Downloading Security Updates

[Matt S.]

I'm trying to download the latest security updates for
Windows XP Home Edition. At the end of the download the
download window never closes--it says that 21.7 MB of 21.7
MB have been downloaded, but that it estimates two minutes
left to go. It hangs on this window, and never installs
the updates. Any suggestions?

 

[Carey Frisch [MVP]]

Review the troubleshooting tips in these articles:

Windows Update Troubleshooter
http://v4.windowsupdate.microsoft.com/troubleshoot/

Problems When Viewing or Downloading From Windows Update
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=193385

HOW TO: Troubleshoot Problems Connecting to Windows Update
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;818018

Error Message: Thank You For Your Interest in Windows Update...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;EN-US;234272

"Software Update Incomplete, This Windows Update Software
Did Not Update Successfully" Error Message When You Visit
the Windows Update Web Site
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;319585

How To Fix The Cryptographic Service Error
http://www.updatexp.com/cryptographic-service.html

Also, visit http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/top10faqs.htm and scroll
down to "Why Can't I Download Updates" for additional troubleshooting ideas.


--
Carey Frisch
Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User

Be Smart! Protect your PC!
http://www.microsoft.com/security/protect/

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| I'm trying to download the latest security updates for
| Windows XP Home Edition. At the end of the download the
| download window never closes--it says that 21.7 MB of 21.7
| MB have been downloaded, but that it estimates two minutes
| left to go. It hangs on this window, and never installs
| the updates. Any suggestions?