Re: Windows XP Automatic Update problem...
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At least MS is now telling the truth about the notification in their EULA -- this is permanent, can't be uninstalled, will send all kinds of information to MS, other software may not work in the future if you don't run it...
I didn't think *installing* the Genuine Advantage code actually executed it during the installation process, ie didn't think it called home until after the installation was complete so I would be surprised if a firewall issue could be causing Randy's problems...
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Your right John, actually I had Zone Alarm set to accept the updates from MS anyway, so was no an issue.
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I have had windows update problems crop up a couple of times causing repeated IE crashes and other annoying issues. I emailed Microsoft support for for Windows Updates which is free. They get back to you in a day or so and did get things resolved in a pretty straight forward way. I believe it is better to go this route sooner rather than wasting the time it takes to try and sort it out on my own.
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Ahh the frustrating balance of stopping pirates and not annoying users. Getting support from MS would be my advice. If you don't get help from the support folks PM me. I may or may not know people
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We have a MS rep that calls on our company, I may hit him up next time I see him...
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Let's see... Issaquah, WA... I wonder if you know people...
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