Enabling Windows updates is a very important part of keeping your computer safe from malware(virus/spywayre) and running rock solid. Microsoft provides frequent updates to Windows XP and Windows 2000 as bugs are found and fixed.  We here at Electronic Solutions strongly suggest that you configure windows Uptade to update your system automatically. Estimated time for this quick fix is roughly 3 minutes. Here are the instructions 

1. Make certain all other programs are closed on your computer, so that only the Windows Desktop is showing.
2. From your Desktop, right-click on 'My Computer' and select 'Properties' from the popup context menu that appears on the screen
   
3. The 'System properties' window should now be open. Click the Automatic Updates' tab. Check the box next to, "Keep my computer up to date." This will enable automatic updates. You must also select one of the three update methods listed so that your computer can download updates. We recommend that you use the option, "Download the updates automatically and notify me when they are ready to be installed."
   
4. Click OK. Your computer should now be set up to use the 'Windows update' feature. If you are prompted to restart your computer, please do so.