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Automatic Windows Updates
Name: stephenippolito Date: February 14, 2003 at 07:07:52 Pacific OS: 98/ME CPU/Ram: p3 256mb
Comment:
I am running an office of about 40 computers, 75% of which are Windows 98 or ME. I am trying to automate the process of Windows Updates because it is hard for me to update them all manually. I know its easier in 2000 and XP to automate but I am unclear in 98 or ME. I disabled the notifications in the taskbar due to workers complaining and I thought I could put it back but Im not sure how. As our business grows Id like to have the process fully automated. Anyone have any tips or tools on how to get that notification back or automate the updates in 98 and ME? Thanks.
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