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rookie44
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      07-23-2009

I keep getting this message and have restarted my computer numerous times and
is says "Windows can't update important files and services while the system
is using them. Make sure to save your files before restarting. I have shut
down everthing and numerous reboots. suggestions. Thanks.
 
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      07-23-2009
CrystalBall© sez...

Free unlimited installation and compatibility support is available for
Windows Vista, but only for Service Pack 2 (SP2). This support for Windows
Vista Service Pack 2 (SP2) is valid until November 26, 2009. Availability of
chat or e-mail support differs depending on your geographic location. Go to
http://support.microsoft.com/oas/def...4&gprid=582034 &
select appropriate category (e.g., Installation).

You'll find additional support for Vista SP2 issues in these forums:

• http://social.answers.microsoft.com/...stawu/threads/

• http://social.answers.microsoft.com/...nstall/threads

• http://social.technet.microsoft.com/...stasp/threads/

Vista SP2 Installation Tips:

• Your computer will restart several times during the installation process:
Make certain you've saved your work and closed all open applications before
beginning the install.

• Disable (1) your anti-virus application, (2) any real-time system
protections afforded by any anti-spyware applications (except Defender), &
(3) your third-party firewall (if any) and then (4) enable the Windows
Firewall _before installing or uninstalling_ Vista SP2.

• The installation process can take an hour or more: If you're installing
SP2 on a portable computer, make sure that you plug-in the power cord and
have the battery inserted into its bay.
--
~Robear Dyer (PA Bear)
MS MVP-IE, Mail, Security, Windows Client - since 2002


rookie44 wrote:
> I keep getting this message and have restarted my computer numerous times
> and is says "Windows can't update important files and services while the
> system is using them. Make sure to save your files before restarting. I
> have shut down everthing and numerous reboots. suggestions. Thanks.


 
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