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Jul 10, 2007
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Microsoft Security for Home Computer Users Newsletter
Microsoft Security for Home Computer Users Newsletter
Volume 4, Number 7

July 10, 2007
Welcome to Microsoft Security for Home Computer Users--a monthly newsletter bringing security news, guidance, updates, and community resources directly to your Inbox. Subscribe to the newsletter here.
Beware of fake Microsoft security alerts   
Beware of fake Microsoft security alerts
The latest ploy by Internet scam artists? Sending out fake security bulletins in Microsoft's name that infect your computer with malicious software. Please be aware that Microsoft never attaches software updates to our security communications. Find out about other clues that can help you spot e-mail messages that claim to be from Microsoft but aren't.
Security updates
Security updates   
Security updates for July 10, 2007
The bulletin for July includes six updates: two critical updates, one important update, and one moderate update for the Windows operating system; one critical update for Microsoft Office Excel; and one important update for Microsoft Office Publisher.

For people with personal computers:
Get updates automatically from Microsoft Update

See a summary of the July updates

Frequently asked questions about security updates

For technical details or for IT professionals:
Go to the Security Bulletin Summary on TechNet

For all others: If you work in a connected office environment, your IT department will keep your computer up to date.
Protect your computer
Protect your computer  
Taking your laptop with you on summer vacation? See tips for keeping your computer, your data, and your precious vacation time trouble-free.
Microsoft releases security bulletins on the second Tuesday of every month. But if you want to receive advance notification about these bulletins, you can. Here's how.
Protect yourself
Protect yourself  
If your summer travels don't include your PC, you can still check your e-mail and browse the Web from Internet cafes, copy shops, and other places. Here's how to help keep your information private.
Electronic-card scams have been in the news lately, but you don't have to be a victim. Learn how to recognize and avoid fake e-cards by using these common-sense tips.
Protect your family
Protect your family  
About one-third of all online teens have been the victim of a "cyberbully." Help your teen avoid the abuse with these simple tips and advice.
Do your kids mess up your Windows settings? It's easy to do. But with Windows SteadyState, a free download for Windows XP, it's a snap to return your settings to their original state.
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How to turn on Automatic Updates
Apr 21, 2006

Get the latest security updates automatically

Automatic Updates keeps Windows current for you

Published: January 11, 2005 | Updated: November 28, 2005
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To help protect your computer from the latest Internet threats, it's important to install new security updates as soon as they become available. The easiest way to do this is to turn on Automatic Updates and use the recommended setting of downloading recommended updates and installing them on a schedule you set.

How to turn on Automatic Updates

Automatic Updates is available on several versions of Windows.

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Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2). Automatic Updates was turned on for you when you installed Windows XP SP2. To make sure it is still enabled or to change your settings, go to the Microsoft Update Web site. Click Turn on Automatic Updates. To adjust your settings, click Pick a time to install updates.

Microsoft Update Web site
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Microsoft Windows XP, Windows XP SP1, Windows 2000 SP3 or later, and Windows Server 2003. Go to the Microsoft Update Web site. Click Turn on Automatic Updates . To adjust your settings, click Pick a time to install updates.

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Windows Millennium Edition (Windows Me). To turn on Automatic Updates, visit the Security Essentials page for Windows Me.

For More Information

If you are using a version of Windows earlier than Windows XP SP2, we strongly recommend updating to the latest version to take advantage of additional security features and ongoing security update support.

•Top 10 reasons to upgrade
•Windows XP SP2 feature list
•Get answers from users just like you
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Microsoft Office Updates
Feb 11, 2006
Do you need Office updates also?, go to this website, and click on office update:

http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/officeupdate/default.aspx
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Microsoft Security Updates
Feb 11, 2006
How many of you people keep your computer updated with Microsofts Security updates?, I bet, very few!! Go to this website and it will tell you if your computer needs updating. It's a free service from Microsoft. ( do as you are prompted)

 http://update.microsoft.com/microsoftupdate/v6/default.aspx?ln=en-us
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