it didn't install on my laptop either and for a good reason: I uninstalled
SQL server which I never use and will never use as many PC users.

Why load programs/services you will never use?

Alain

Run it lean and mean !

On Fri, 11 Jul 2008 08:37:54 +0200, occam <occam@127.0.0.1> wrote:
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> Since the release of this 'important' Vista patch (KB948109) 2 days ago,
> I've made several unsuccessful install attempts. All failed. I still
> keep being offered it though.
>
> The patch has to do with SP1 update to the SQL server 2005
>
> (I had no problems installing the other 8 (6 Windows + 2 MS Office)
> patches.
>
> (I never use this (SQL server 2005), it came pre-installed on Vista
> Business. Does another part of Windows or Office use it, or can I
> uninstall it? )[/color]