What happpens if I turn on the automatic updates?

I recently bought a pc. installed xp sp2. I got dat automatic updates is recommended, I turned on it. and what happens if I turn on it?

Another is I want to download sp3, updates automatic gives sp3 or not? and another is im already using avast anti virus, is there any harm caused by me... Help me please... I don't know what to do?

Hi Arnaud,.

1 are you face any problem on your computer?

2. do you have the trial version or full of Avast antivirus?

Automatic Updates feature in Windows notifies you when important updates are available for your computer.

For more information, refer to this link: How to configure and use automatic updates in Windows?

You can install Service Pack 3 from Windows Update or manually download & install it from this link.

http://www.Microsoft.com/downloads/en/details.aspx?FamilyId=5b33b5a8-5e76-401F-BE08-1e1555d4f3d4&displaylang=en

Note: System requirements to install Windows XP SP3

Reference: Learn how to install Windows XP Service Pack 3 (SP3)

If you installed Avast antivirus software, please make sure that you have the latest updates of the software antivirus installed on your computer, so that it works correctly.

Hope the helps of information.
Please post back and we do know.

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