Learn How:  Activate the Windows Update Feature

If your computer is running Windows XP (and incorporates the Service Pack 2 update), Windows Update is turned on by default. To check your Windows Update configuration, follow these steps:

  1. Click the Windows Start button and select Control Panel.

  2. When the Control Panel opens, select Performance and Maintenance.

  3. Double-click the System icon.

  4. When the System Properties dialog box appears, click the Automatic Updates tab.

  5. Check the Automatic option, then select how often and what time you want the updates to take place. (The default is every day at 3:00 a.m.)

  6. Click the OK button.