terry b. wrote:

> Hello ddawkins:
> Don't want the auto-updates? Here's an idea:
> Windows key + "R" > [in Run box] enter "services.msc" [w/out the
> quotes] > in the list of local services find "Automatic Updates" >
> [rt. click on it] > choose Properties > [if Auto Updates is already
> started, stop it] > Startup Type > choose Disabled.
> Obviously, at this point, you assume much more of the responsibility
> for staying aware of important updates. Also, you should at this point
> begin to enjoy a machine that boots up and operates slightly-quicker.
> Have fun!
> riprap
> living under the bridge eating cold leftovers
>
> On Oct 5, 8:41 pm, ddawkins <ddawk...@discussions.microsoft.com>
> wrote:
>> I am continually prompted to download an automatic update (KB920872).
>> I must
>> have initiated this download some 15 times or more. Why do I
>> continuously receive this update prompt?

Bad advice. Better to change the behavior of updates from "Automatic" to
"download and let me know when they're ready". For the OP's problem:

http://www3.telus.net/dandemar/needagain.htm

Malke
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