What is Service Pack 1?

Windows Vista Service Pack 1 (SP1) is the complete set of Windows Vista updates we've issued over the past year plus some enhancements to improve your PC's performance. SP1 doesn't add features or require you to learn anything new—it simply makes your PC more reliable, run more smoothly, and even more enjoyable to use, all at no charge

Service Pack 1 Update Time

Start the installation, which will take approximately one hour. (For the first half hour, you'll be able to use your PC. Then, you'll be asked to restart, and you won't be able to use your PC for the last half hour of the installation.)

Windows Vista with SP1 on new PCs

PCs with Windows Vista with SP1 will arrive at retailers beginning in April. But you don't need to wait. You can update a new Windows Vista–based PC to SP1 over the Internet, free of charge.

 

 

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Active Email Threats

1. Worm:Win32/Netsky.P@mm
2. Worm:Win32/Netsky.N@mm
3. Worm:Win32/Netsky.Z@mm
4. Worm:Win32/Bagle.ZD@mm
5. Virus:Win32/Funlove.4099
6. Virus:Win32/Virut.A
7. Virus:W97M/Thus.DD
8. Worm:Win32/Mytob.Q@mm
9. Worm:Win32/Netsky.C@mm
10. Backdoor:Win32/Blackhole.S

Because computers can appear to function normally when infected, Microsoft advises you to run this tool even if your computer seems to be fine. You should also use up-to-date antivirus software to help protect your computer from other malicious software.

To download the latest version of this tool, please visit the Microsoft Download Center.

[http://update.microsoft.com/microsoftupdate/v6/default.aspx?ln=en-us - in case the link expires above]

You can also perform an online scan of your computer using the Windows Live OneCare safety scanner.

Run an Online Scan of Your PC for Malicious Software

If you would like to scan your computer for malicious and potentially unwanted software from a website, please use the Windows Live OneCare safety scanner.

Windows Live OneCare safety scanner is an online service that lets you scan your computer to help protect, clean, and keep it running at its best. Use our free protection scan to check for and remove viruses, spyware, and other potentially unwanted software and to find vulnerabilities in your Internet connection.

Learn How to Protect Your PC

To help protect your computer against a wide variety of security threats, see Protect Your PC.

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