Security and bugfix updates are still available for download, but no new updates are being made, as Windows XP has reached the end of its support life.
A computer knows it needs a Microsoft update after it checks back with Microsoft during scheduled automatic updates or after a user manually enters Windows Update. If no updates are available, then nothing will happen, but if updates are available, users will often be given the choice of downloading and install a given update or ignoring it.
For Windows 7 users, one can find Microsoft Windows updates simply by searching "Windows updates" on the start menu. All the important and useful updates will be listed, and users can select which updates to install.
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Users of Microsoft Windows XP can find updates for their computer's operating system, including new features, bug fixes and general software updates, at Microsoft's official website for Windows.
This would be impossible as you need some sort of internet connection to download the updates from Microsoft.
Updates for Microsoft Windows 2000 can be found in many places. This includes many places online including software sites and the Microsoft website itself.
Windows (Windows Automatic Updates).
You should not pay for any driver updates. Microsoft or not.
An individual can find Windows Vista updates online on the official Microsoft Windows website. This website contains updates for Windows Vista, Windows XP and Windows 7 too.
One can download updates for Windows Explorer automatically in the Windows updates that will take effect when one reboots their PC. They can also be downloaded from the Microsoft website manually.
Windows Vista can be configured to update automatically on a scheduled basis. Alternatively, updates are available for free download directly from Microsoft. Updating is advantageous because often updates include patches for bugs and glitches or upgraded security features.
It is essential that one downloads and installs the latest updates to Windows Live. Updates can be found online at the official Windows Microsoft website.