Hi Malke, most common cause is Vundo and Zlob infections. A lot of it going
around on the WU NG.

K
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"Malke" wrote:

> 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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