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Update Windows to its Latest Version
In an Internet-connected environment, execute the Windows Update, and use the latest Windows service pack or patch pro-
gram to update Windows on your computer to its latest version. This update is also an effective measure for preventing
viruses and other forms of computer attack.
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In the default setting, the automatic Windows Update in the [Windows Security Center] has not been set. For details of the
Security Center’s automatic Update functions, refer to Window’s Help.
Update Windows
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Log on to Windows as an administrator.
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Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Windows Update].
Do not apply “Driver Updates” even if a message to update a driver appears. If a driver update is required, contact your tech-
nical support office.
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Be sure to perform Windows Update after reinstallation.
How to confirm installed patch programs
Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Add or Remove Programs], and add a check mark for [Show updates].
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Some patch programs are not displayed.
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Of the programs displayed, programs marked as “Hotfix” contain security-related patch programs. Be careful not to erase
these by mistake.