updates problem

[minty1]

I have a Compaq windows xp sp2 home edition.
Recently i downloaded updates from the web site then realised i'm on automatic updates anyway.
Ever since i daily have a shield telling me updates available and to click to download....loads in the add/remove section and now i daren't click on the shield at all....any help on how to solve this problem and what did i do wrong anyway for it to keep happening?

[street1 (RIP)]

The below site tells how to turn off/disable  Automatic updates.

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/306525

[minty1]

i understand what u are saying but would like to stay on automatic....need to know how to get rid of the shield thats there all the time as i dont want to download updates eveery day by clicking on it.....

[street1 (RIP)]

Well,I use windows XP with classic view.

I go to the control panel and double click on
Automatic Updates,then make my decisions.

I can't see your question beyond that.If you
choose turn off Automatic updates fine.

Otherwise choose a time and weekday to
have updates happen.

Assuming you did this recently could you
reboot in safemode and choose'Last known
Good Configuration'or, restore to an earlier
date by using restore?

You could read the below website information .

http://www.computerhope.com/issues/ch000589.htm

[minty1]

I understand what you say....it is set for automatic updates but wondering how i can get rid of the shield in the system tray telling me to update every day....surely i dont need it if on automatic.

[patio]

Have a Read

However this may not apply to system files such as MS automatic Updates...

[minty1]

Thanks all for all the advice....i did a system restore and it worked....shield in system tray gone and back on automatic updates now.....do i need to tick anywhere on here to say prob solved?...Thanks again much appreciated.....

[street1 (RIP)]

I think you tick on CBMatt's tiny picture.

Anyway glad your okay now.Stay with us
permanent members are always welcome
minty1.

[minty1]

Where is CBMatts tiny pic...im lost

[patio]

The one on the lower left that needs a haircut....

[SuperDave]

I really don't understand why you're getting updates every day. I have the same setup as you and sometimes I go two weeks or more without updates.

[patio]

Depends on what's installed...some could be XP other's may be Office etc.

[street1 (RIP)]

Where is CBMatts tiny pic...im lost

Just joking minty1.When you post back here like you did
all is fine........COL