Windows Service Packs What is a Service Pack? Microsoft Windows Service Pack is the latest collection of critical operating system updates and security patches for your computer. It can include new security features such as the Windows Firewall upgrades, increasing the stability or removing vulnerabilities in the operating system. A complete list of new features is available on their website for each Service Pack Why should I install it? If you are running Windows operating system on your computer, Service Packs are required to be installed. The ResNet Acceptable Use Policy requires that you keep your operating system updated. Service Packs enhances your computers security by patching a number of security vulnerabilities in the operating system. There are also numerous improvements to the operating system itself, including wireless support, Internet Explorer download monitoring and privacy features. What should I do before I install a Service Pack? 1. Make sure your anti-virus software is updated, and scan and clean your computer of any viruses. 2. Use Malwarebytes (make sure it is updated) and Microsoft Security Essentials (MSE) to clean your computer of any spyware. 3. Make sure all the software on your computer has the latest updates. 4. Check your computer manufacturers website for information about the Service Pack. 5. Make sure your computer hardware has all the latest drivers.
Posted on: Mon, 03 Feb 2014 17:49:18 +0000
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