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Update your Windows
Operating System
(Windows
Update )
It
is important that you download the latest updates available for your computer's operating system,
software, and hardware. Windows Update is an automated
feature that scans your computer to see which system updates are required and provides you with a list of updates tailored
just for your PC. Often, these updates include
critical security or stability patches that will fix known,
chronic problems. Recent Windows Service Packs have solved security issues, installed
firewalls for your protection, and increased the stability of your
system.
Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2)
free download includes a robust new firewall and a modest pop-up
blocker. Both of these tools can help you defend your computer.
Threats to your PC
In the Spring of 2009, the Conficker Worm spread across the internet infecting scores of unsuspecting
PCs. Computers that had the latest Windows Updates were immune to the
Conficker Worm. However, those that did not have the latest Virus
Definitions and Windows Updates installed on their PCs were vulnerable and the
Conficker Worm. Worldwide panic erupted in April of 2009 as Conficker
infected computers were expected to be overcome and incapacitated by the worm.
Run Regular Updates
If you followed our Computer Clean Up Steps,
your computer is now clean, and up to date. But, you will have to
keep it up to date. To do so means updating a number of files via
downloads on the internet:
Update your Windows Operating System -
download the appropriate files, patches, and service packs from microsoft .
Downloading and installing such files will ensure that your computer is
up to date. Often these files will fix a problem, security flaw,
or other weakness in your operating system. You can set up
Automatic Windows Updates by going to your Control Panel and clicking on
"Automatic Updates". You can also manually connect for an update
by clicking on "Start", "All Programs", then click on "Windows Update".
Upgrading to the latest version of Internet Explorer, including all the
latest security patches, will help ensure you have the most current
protection available. Internet Explorer (IE) version 7
and newer includes
new anti-phishing features that help protect
you.
Update Windows Vista
 When
using Windows Vista, you will notice a small light-blue icon in your
system tray (the left-most icon in the photo).
This signifies that you have updates available for your Windows Vista
operating system. Vista makes it pretty simple for you - simply
click on that icon and the Windows Update screen will pop up letting you
know how many updates are available for download and when your system
was last checked for updates. Click on the INSTALL UPDATES button
to commence updates. It's that simple. Is your Windows Vista
PC running slow? Check out our tips on how to speed
up Windows Vista .
Update your Drivers
Drivers are the programs that connect your operating system with your hardware.
Without these small applications, Windows would not know how to send a print
command to your printer. Drivers are used for every internal part in your
computer and all peripherals, like scanners, monitors and keyboards. They even
enable functionality for unique devices like iPods and cameras.
In some circumstances, drivers
become corrupted or will not install correctly. In
these cases, access the device
manager and click on "uninstall". Once the
driver is uninstalled, you
will be able to reinstall the
driver with the latest compatible drivers.
For more detailed information and
help, check out our Update Drivers
Section.
If you need help in finding a
device driver, visit these websites:
>>Continue to our next step: Backup your Data
Free Computer Clean Up :
1. Free PC Fix
2. Eliminate Spyware
3. Anti-Virus Scan
4. Set-Up a Firewall
5. Update your Computer
6. Backup your Data
Protect your PC:
1. Protect your Privacy
2. Secure
your Wireless Network
3. Avoid Internet Phishing
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