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Enjoy this collection of helpful and engaging articles on update management, covering security, best practices and general guidance.

• Ten principles of Microsoft patch management
  If you have a better understanding of the ten principles of Microsoft patch management (also known as update management), you can prevent unpleasant surprises that can result from pursuing a strategy or tactics that Microsoft doesn't recommend or support.
  Author: Christopher Budd, Security Program Manager, Microsoft Corporation
• Desktop patch management
  Learn how Microsoft Information Technology uses Microsoft Systems Management Server 2003 to manage the process of distributing applications, to manage hardware and software assets, and to manage the deployment of security updates and other software updates across the enterprise.
  Author: IT Showcase

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• Oh patch how I hate thee; let me count the ways
  Take the opportunity to dispel some of the mystery about updates, and how they will impact your security.
  Author: Jesper M. Johansson, Ph.D., CISSP, MCSE, MCP+I, Security Program Manager, Microsoft Corporation
• Server security patch management at Microsoft
  Learn how Microsoft IT uses Microsoft SMS 2003 to manage the application deployment process, improve asset management for both hardware and software, better manage mobile clients within the Microsoft network and help manage the deployment of security updates across the enterprise.
  Author: IT Showcase