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Apple Software Update versus Microsoft Update

March 25, 2008 1:24pm PDT

In this post, I’ll walk you through how Apple offers updates to its software and how Microsoft does the same thing. After you see both procedures in action, you tell me who’s got it right and...

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A simple fix for Microsoft Update problems

March 13, 2008 8:25pm PDT

Microsoft Windows is the most widely used desktop operating system in the world. That doesn't necessarily make it the best. For many of us, supporting it is how we make our living. One of the...

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Keep updated with the new and improved Windows Server Update Services

February 8, 2007 11:17am PST

The new version of Windows Server Update Services (Version 3) incorporates several improvements over previous iterations, including a new MMC interface, a new report engine, and improved group...

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Take control of patch management with Software Update Services

May 13, 2003 7:00am PDT

Making sure that all of the systems on your network have the latest patches installed can be a huge task. Fortunately, Microsoft Software Update Services (SUS) can make the job a little easier.

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IT Dojo: Stop Windows XP from nagging you about updates you've already completed or don't want

November 3, 2008 9:09am PST

If you administer computers running Windows (or any other OS for that matter), updating and patching your OS should part of your regular maintenance routine. Unfortunately, Windows XP sometimes...

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Windows 7: Don't forget to update

October 26, 2009 4:20am PDT

In all the fanfare of releasing Windows 7, Microsoft forgot to mention something. Michael Kassner explains why you should immediately install updates to your new system and get to know the changes...

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Java updates for Mac OS X Lion now available in Software Update

November 10, 2011 6:39am PST

New Java updates for Mac OS X Lion are now available, prompting Wil Limoges to ask how you are using Java in your environment. Take the short poll.

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Audit data using SQL Server 2005's COLUMNS_UPDATED function

May 13, 2008 5:24pm PDT

DBA Tim Chapman looks at how the SQL Server 2005 COLUMNS_UPDATED function works and then discusses how to parse out the field names.

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App Update helps keep your Mac software current

April 16, 2009 12:12pm PDT

Mac OS has a built-in utility to make sure any installed Apple software is patched. App Update can help you take care of the third-party programs on your machine.

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10 things you should do before, during, and after reinstalling Windows

October 15, 2008 11:19am PDT

There are some very good reasons why you might want to reinstall Microsoft Windows. Alan Norton documents the steps needed to properly reinstall Windows.

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Implement ASP.NET AJAX with the UpdatePanel control

September 11, 2007 10:30am PDT

The initial momentum of the AJAX revolution has yet to diminish, as developers continue to embrace the technology and develop more user-friendly applications. The availability of ASP.NET 2.0 AJAX...

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Stop Windows from rebooting after automatic updates

October 15, 2009 2:03pm PDT

Using local Group Policy or a simple Registry hack, you can prevent Windows Update from automatically rebooting.

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Gallery: iPhone Software Update 1.0.1

August 3, 2007 12:47pm PDT

A gallery of the process of installing an iPhone software update.

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More on Windows Stealth Updates

September 19, 2007 12:42pm PDT

For more thoughts on Windows Stealth Updates, view this screenshot gallery.

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Apple tweaks Software Updater following criticism

April 18, 2008 4:19am PDT

Following the huge backlash that erupted in the wake Apple's decision to push Safari to all Windows users via the Apple Software Updater, the company has made some tweaks to the UI in an attempt...

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TomTom software update

September 14, 2010 1:00pm PDT

TomTom has just released a new firmware update for the x50 series and the 335 LE/SE/LM models. Here, we outline the changes.

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Image Gallery: Hands-on with the Barnes & Noble Nook 1.3 firmware update

April 24, 2010 12:20am PDT

Barnes & Noble was quick to roll out an update when the Nook was first released last Fall. This current update continues to improve a great ebook reader device with games, a web browser, in-store...

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How do I... Secure Microsoft Windows XP Professional?

September 7, 2010 8:43am PDT

Securing Microsoft Windows XP Professional is a must no matter whether the personal computer involved is in a massive enterprise or your home office. This How do I... tutorial walks you through 14...

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Keep Office XP clients in sync with the Office Update Inventory Tool

August 25, 2003 7:00am PDT

Microsoft helps you make sure you've installed all of the updates for your Windows OS, but what about Office updates? Although it's a clunky tool to use, the Office Update Inventory Tool can help...

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Keep Office XP clients in sync with the Office Update Inventory Tool

June 26, 2003 7:00am PDT

Learn how to use the Office Update Inventory Tool to list all updates applied to networked computers, as well as the possible pitfalls of using the tool