Understanding Patch and Update Management: The Microsoft Software Update Strategy for Windows Storage Server 2003 Devices

While Microsoft diligently strives to reduce vulnerabilities in its code, software patches and updates continue to be an ongoing and important part of an organization's system management and security strategy. Software is complex by its very nature, and it is generally accepted that flaws may be discovered in well-tested and well-respected products, even after they have been in the market place for years.