SUS info
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What about older versions of Windows?
Older systems - that is, Windows 95, 98, Windows NT, and Windows ME (Millennium) - cannot take advantage of this update service. As these systems are old and not supported widely, they should be upgraded to a current Microsoft version.
Who runs this service?
This service is run by the Information Technology Systems and Services and help is available from the ITSS Help Desk at 726-8847
If you have suggestions or comments about this service, send e-mail to dtteam@d.umn.edu
Can servers use this service?
SUS also supports Windows 2000 Server and Windows 2000 Advanced Server. This service can be used on stand alone servers running minimal services, such as file and print. Advanced servers have different needs and must abide by more robust security procedures.
Where can I learn more about Windows update?
See the "About Windows Update" section at this Microsoft website: http://v4.windowsupdate.microsoft.com/en/default.asp )
What about customizing the settings?
If you must customize the settings, start by saving the registry file as instructed above. Whenever you edit the registry, be extremely careful. Mistakes can have extreme serious adverse effects on any computer.
What does Microsoft say about software update services deployment?
More information about Microsoft's Update Services Deployment is available in this White Paper: http://www.microsoft.com/windowsserversystem/sus/susdeployment.mspx
What Service Packs are needed to use SUS?
The Windows configuration you must have to use SUS varies:
Windows systems where SUS can be installed: Windows 2000, Service Pack 2
or above; Windows Server 2003.
Windows systems where a separate Automatic Update client installation is required:
Windows 2000, Service Pack 2; Windows XP, no Service Pack.
Windows systems where automatic Update is already included: Windows 2000,
Service Pack 3 or above; Windows XP, Service Pack 1 or above; Windows Server
2003.
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