Sychman wrote:

> Hello Folks.
>
> I am running XP Home and for some reason automatic updates has turned
> its-self off.
>
> I have attempted to turn it on again following the various prompts but
> alas, so far, no joy.
>
> A little help would be greatly appreciated!

Not enough information to get focused help. See the "How to Post" links
below. In the meantime:

The First Question Of Troubleshooting: what changed between the time things
worked and the time they didn't?

The Second Question of Windows Troubleshooting: what is the malware/virus
status of the machine? If you think it is clean, what programs (and
versions) did you use to determine this?

Be sure the computer is clean:
http://www.elephantboycomputers.com/...moving_Malware

How to Post:
http://www.elephantboycomputers.com/page2.html#Usenet
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx/kb/555375 - How to Ask a Question

Malke
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