Background:
I installed sp2, from the ordered CD shortly after it was issued in 2004, on
my 2 computers. Both run similar programs. No problems after the update.
In April, when the critical updates were issued, one PC updated fine. All
hell broke loose on the other - downloaded and installed the updates
continuously, 100% CPU usage (ie slooooow PC), no access to internet, etc,
etc.
I finally got fed up, restored back prior to the update and disabled to
Automatic Update feature, and hoped for a solution (that I can understand).
All was fine, till last night when my wife activated the automatic updates by
mistake.
Here's what I did:
I disconnected the cable modem and restored back to the March date this time
and turned off Norton. Then I reinstalled the sp2 CD and re-booted. I
reconnected, went to the Windows Updates site and downloaded the 10
recommended updates at the same time, installed and rebooted.
Everything works fine now.
Not sure why it worked, but I hope this may help someone.
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