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  1. July 23rd, 2005, 12:04 PM #1
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    Stopping a Windows Update Installation

    I've downloaded some patches for Win XP and it's trying to install but fails. Every time I start my PC it tries to install the patch and eventually my system grinds to a halt.

    How do I delete the download?
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  2. July 23rd, 2005, 12:16 PM #2
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    try deleting your temp internet files. That may help.

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  3. July 23rd, 2005, 12:53 PM #3
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    I've deleted them. I want to stop the install completely.
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  4. July 23rd, 2005, 14:15 PM #4
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    My Computer> Properties> Automatic Updates> Notify me but don't automatically download or install them.
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  5. July 23rd, 2005, 15:03 PM #5
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    that or system restore...

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