Why do you have to reboot anytime you update anything that as to do with Microsoft Windows?
91006
Everytime you install something, the program will write new data in the registry system (so when you run your computer, it knows about the new program). The same thing happens when you update your program, it is simply to tell your computer that you have newer version, that is capable of more things. But,.. the information in the registry file is only read during the booting, so when there is new information, rebooting is simply telling the computer to "check it out, something is new". You can continue using the computer without rebooting, but the system will not aware of the changes, and you will not able to use the upgraded/updated features yet.\nand yeah... sometime the the system will crash because it doesn't know about the changes when it tries to run something on the program (hey don't blame me... I don't know you change it.. I assume it was like last time when I did it, so I did it the old way).
765500
You can't it has to be genuine windows to update
700353
Yes.\n\nIf your computer is not set up for automatic critical updates, go to this site and set it up.\n\nhttp://windowsupdate.microsoft.com/\n\nGood Luck
517363
anytime ive had a situation like that i usually end up reinstalling windows.ive done this so many times its second nature to me,not sure if id recommend it for you if youve never done it before.
1111964
I'm sorry not to have answered sooner but I'd assumed one of the resident techie geeks would have helped you with this by now. Although by no means an expert, I am experienced and familiar enough with your problem to be able to confirm for you that the new software you installed on your PC is the cause of the problem you're now having (as you'd already correctly ascertained). \n\nAs you've already stipulated that you're unable to afford an upgrade of your Windows 98 operating system just now, the only thing you can do is to uninstall that new software. Every time you boot your computer, your Windows operating system is detecting that incompatible software and thus alerting you as soon as your desktop screen appears. It's actually a safety default and is thus a good thing (at least in the context of Microsoft). The trouble is you already know this, of course, so seeing the message window pop up every time is doubtless annoying as hell. \n\nAgain, by completely uninstalling the incompatible software, this message prompt will cease and desist. Short of the upgrade you cannot afford right now, I can think of no other way around this issue. It is quite possible there could be a work-around method but, yes, that would very definitely involve messing about with your registry keys and -- based on very hard-earned experience -- I would advise against doing so.\n\nI'm sorry I can't be of more help. Please take my advice: either upgrade your OS soon or stop installing new software. Windows is notorious for this sort of thing, which is why upgrading to the latest possible version is the best solution, short of switching to Linux. Good luck!
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Did you send the error report that is generated to Microsoft?\nIf not, do that first and see what Microsoft tells. \nMost Likely Culprits are:\n\n1. BIOS version (Maybe you need to update?)\n2. Hardware incompatibility ( Added any new hardware recently?)\n3. Uncertified Drivers?   \n4. A Boot Virus?
975755
If you have tools at top of your page, click & click again to windows update. After page stops loading from windows (also msn site) notice the empty search bar at top right. Type these words into your search space - windows 98 update downloads - &  hit search. Windows will give you several options to help you. You can also put in the search bar- check and update my computer -. This website has made it very easy for me to correct & fix things that go wrong-same thing happened to me last week & windows fixed & a good thing since it does detect what system and version of windows we are using.\nYou can also open the windows website by going to start,setting then programs and find it listed there.\n\nGood Luck !!!
543685
download the updated version of windows installer, it does that if you do the sp2 update and not the installer
1042889
Hahahha. Reinstall windows.
217984
I'd suggest ensure your "Windows Update" has been run and up to date.\nAlso re ActiveX, try yourself on here: http://pcpitstop.com/testax.asp\n\nThen if still problems, tell us your operating system (XP?, W98?) and the version of MSN (note, NOT msM) you're using.
661066
Installing new Windows will (in most cases) require you to install all other software again.\nSo, you need to install this software again over the old version.\n\n\nXLMan
280862
if you have auto update, get a new one now. they sent a bug out tuesday that hurts windows. patch avail.now.
677517
You cant, the only thing you can do is uninstall it. I would go to add/remove programs and remove the last update that put this stupid check into your computer. I have several computers and I used a CD that I PAID for and used it on all my computers when the recovery discs didnt work, and now I get that too. \n\nWindows update put that new security check in. I would just remove it or I would reformat and install windows all over again, and I would omit that security update next time.\n\nMicrosoft asks you if you want to install the updates and they usually show you what the update is during their update process. I would just omit it. I have omitted it in my other computers. The one that had that warning all the time, I just removed the update.\n\nTry this link:\nhttp://www.sinhack.net/GenuineAdvantage/\n\nEdit: I saw your link but I wouldnt delete .dll files cuz it could mess up your computer. Playing with registry keys is kinda risky too. If it works for you, let me know, but I wouldnt recommend it. I would just remove it using add/remove to be safe.
892939
You should have no problems whatever with current files, accounts, etc.  It is always a good idea to back-up your system on external media (data DVD, CD, External HD, etc...)  \n\nWhatever you do...do not turn off power (power-cycle) your computer while updating...even at the end of the instalation process...you must let it shut-down (it will prompt you at the appropriate time to do this or do it itself) and boot up or XP will no longer work.  It trashes the System32/config files.  you have to repair from the intall CD...and you then may loose the "my documents" portion of your system.  \n\nI don't mean to scare you with doom and gloom, but if you have a system that came with Xp on the HD on a "Secret Partition" then you will need find a viable copy of XP or Buy one...because Microsoft will laugh at you if you call them with this particular problem.
1023886
The NON CRITICAL updates from Microsoft will often have all of the driver updates for your hardward. The traditional updates are only for the O/S, the optional updates are for your hardware.\n\nAlso, if you are NOT HAVING problems with your computer NEVER UPDATE THE BIOS!!!! Anyone who tells you otherwise is dead wrong!! if it aint broke don't fix it!!! \n\nIf you have a custom build computer get the updates for the Motherboard/Video card etc... form the Manufacturer ie. Abit, ASUS, NVIDIA, ATI...and so on.
552922
You need to agree to them checking your windows is a genuine version before you can load updates.  If it is genuine you have nothing to fear ... if you don't agree then you wont get the updates which is a risk.
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http://support.microsoft.com/search/default.aspx?catalog=LCID%3D1033&spid=global&query=windows+restarts+unexpectedly&adv=&mode=r&cat=False\n\nTry the above link. The answer is given by Microsoft.\n\nI SURE WISH PEOPLE WOULDN"T ANSWER A QUESTION THEY KNOW NOTHING ABOUT. (See all the above answers)