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Critical Update for Windows XP (KB885523)

Brief Description
This update resolves a compatibility issue with a non-Microsoft software application installed on your computer.

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Quick Details
File Name:WindowsXP-KB885523-x86-enu.exe
Version:885523
Knowledge Base (KB) Articles:KB885523
Date Published:10/5/2004
Language:English
Download Size:1.1 MB
Estimated Download Time: 3 min 56K

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Overview

This update resolves a compatibility issue with a non-Microsoft software application installed on your computer. This application prevents successful installation of Windows XP Service Packs, critical security updates and other system file updates. This update should be applied to your system to enable safe installation of these updates now and in the future.

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System Requirements

  • Supported Operating Systems: Windows XP; Windows XP Home Edition ; Windows XP Media Center Edition; Windows XP Professional Edition ; Windows XP Service Pack 1; Windows XP Service Pack 2

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Instructions

  1. Click the Download button on this page to start the download, or choose a different language from the drop-down list and click Go.
  2. Do one of the following:
    • To start the installation immediately, click Open or Run this program from its current location.
    • To copy the download to your computer for installation at a later time, click Save or Save this program to disk.

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Additional Information

Other critical security updates are available: To find the latest security updates for you visit Windows Update and click "Express Install." To have the latest security updates delivered directly to your computer, visit Protect your PC and follow the 3 easy steps to ensure you’re protected.

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