Is it time for XP SP3?????????????????

[R3MF]

i don't use SP2 because it borks the nVidia firewall, if they fix that in a future SP3 i will be delighted, and may even consent to install it.

 

[TechnoPro]

Originally posted by: redgtxdi
Allrighteee then............on the PHP thing, I did simply rename it to .html (just right click & rename) and then it definitely became an Explorer-viewable document, but all it shows as is a bunch of code. (Mainly lightweight html code specifying fonts)

Absolutely the most corny looking FAQ I've ever seen............LOL!!!!!

Anyway, if any of you would like a stab at the proper viewing of this "ELUSiVE" FAQ, have at it!!

Here's the otherwise inviting linkage........................

FAQ
Read the FAQ before installing AutoPatcher: v1.0 ap_enu.rtf ( 28.51k ) Number of downloads: 847
(made by raptor)

Good luck!!!!!!!!!!!

That FAQ is a Rich Text Document presented as an .RTF file. It is neither PHP nor HTML. Changing file extensions will render it very hard to decipher.

 

[redgtxdi]

Okee doke..........then do me a favor & download it & tell me what it shows up as once you've got it in your posession!

 

[TechnoPro]

Originally posted by: redgtxdi
Okee doke..........then do me a favor & download it & tell me what it shows up as once you've got it in your posession!

The file is saved as ap_enu.rtf. What is complicated about this?

Here are some of the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about AutoPatcher.


Q: What are the advantages of AutoPatcher over Windows Update?
A: The main advantage is that you just have to do one download in order to have all the patches and add-ons, such as Sun Java, MSN Messenger 7.0 and Windows Media Player 10. If you have many computers or if you format your computer frequently, it saves both time and bandwidth. With AutoPatcher, you can install critical patches offline, eliminating the risk of getting infected while using Windows Update. You can also come in handy when updating a friend?s PC, if he/she can?t access the Internet (or uses a narrowband connection).

Q: Which versions of Windows XP are supported?
A: Although AutoPatcher was made with Windows XP SP2 English in mind, it will load on any (English) Windows version, showing only the items which match the running environment. There are also special releases for Greek, Dutch and Portuguese (from Portugal and from Brazil) Windows.

Q: What are the differences between the full and the lite version?
A: The Lite version can be described as a slim, low-fat version of the full-blown AutoPatcher. It only includes the patches, the tweaks and a limited number of add-ons. The download size is therefore reduced. For a complete list, visit the official forum.

Q: I have used a previous version of AutoPatcher. Will a newer release conflict with the previous one?
A: In most cases, there will be no problem. However, it is recommended to delete the previous installation folder (by default C:\Program Files\AutoPatcher). Alternatively, you can decompress the new version in a different folder.

Q: I've downloaded AutoPatcher and executed it but the program didn't install anything.
A: When executing the downloaded file, you've only decompressed it to a folder. To proceed with the installation of the included patches and add-ons, use the shortcut created on the desktop.

Q: Does AutoPatcher install anything without my permission?
A: Absolutely not! AutoPatcher does nothing secretly. The user has total control over the installation.

Q: In AutoPatcher's selection screen, I see some items in blue. What does that mean?
A: AutoPatcher uses different colours as a way to provide the end user with additional information about an item. Black is used for normal, official items. Blue is assigned to official items which are already installed. When a whole group of items is already installed, the green colour is given to the group?s item. Finally, unofficial items are shown in red or, if found installed, orange.

Q: I have already installed AutoPatcher. Can I remove the folder where AutoPatcher was decompressed?
A: Yes, it's totally safe to remove the folder (by default it?s C:\Program Files\AutoPatcher), as well as the shortcut created on the desktop. The deletion of AutoPatcher?s folder will save about 70 or 140 megabytes (depending on the version).

Q: I want to remove a tweak that I applied with AutoPatcher. How is it done?
A: You must use the Tweak Undo tool, located in the \tools subfolder.

Q: Where can I find more information on AutoPatcher?
A: You can visit the official forum here: http://www.neowin.net/forum/index.php?showforum=89

 

[Jeff7]

Customer's pc won't d/l updates anymore 'cuz their 10 year old shut updates off?? Just head over there with thumb drive in-hand and....presto...updates are done!!

That's the part I don't like - if you do want to download updates, it seems like you must check them off individually, then run them one-by-one at the customer's location. That's what you've practically got to do if they're running dialup on old phone lines, otherwise a servicing trip could be nothing more than waiting while 30MB of updates download at 3KB/sec.

 

[milleron]

Originally posted by: redgtxdi
I, for the life of me, cannot get Autopatcher. I mean, I get it, but I don't. Is it just another source for updates?? Is it ***individual*** XP update files loaded onto a server called "Autopatcher"???

It's a handy amalgamation of all the updates since the last Service Pack. It's a godsend for someone who's doing new installations of XP, especially repeatedly like a system builder or an IT person. You set up XP with a slipstreamed SP2 CD and then run Autopatcher one time. Done; saves lots of effort!

It's not for someone who has an established, well maintained computer. For that person, installing the updates every Patch Tuesday is the way to go.

Autopatcher is a great little program for those for whom it's intended.

Ron

 

[redgtxdi]

Well, thanks for pasting the FAQ, but in regards to what is complicated about d/ling the FAQ.................every time I try (using WinXP SP2) no matter *how* I try..........(straight d/l, save target as, etc.)...........it always shows up as a .php file.

THAT's what's so complicated about this!

I certainly have enough programs on this particular system to read an rtf file so I don't know what reason there is for it to continue wanting to d/l in .php format.

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Originally posted by: TechnoPro

Originally posted by: redgtxdi
Okee doke..........then do me a favor & download it & tell me what it shows up as once you've got it in your posession!

The file is saved as ap_enu.rtf. What is complicated about this?

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Jeff7,

Ya, I hear ya' man!!! Dial up should be banned!!! LOL!!!!! (Seriously, 'twould be nice to have all on a cd or thumb drive)
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Milleron,

Thanks. That's a very straight-forward explanation. I think I'll definitely be using it if I can't implement the "post-SP2" updates individually an include them in a streamed CD.

 

[bjc112]

Originally posted by: jadinolf
I just got DSL last week so if I have to reformat I can get the updates quickly.

When I was on dial up SP2 took 6 hours to download.

Uhh, I hated those days..

What speed is your DSL..

I can pull SP2 down in under 10 minutes..

 

[redgtxdi]

Actually, I have another sort of FAQ...............

Does AP *replace* Windows Updates entirely?? IOW, if you d/l AP, does that mean you turn OFF WU to update automatically??

And how often does AP check for updates?? Or does it??

If it doesn't, then am I pre-supposing that one could be vulnerable in-between critical updates?? (Obviously, if on a Wednesday MS discovered a threat and released an update, then you're probably gonna get the update *that* day. Same for AP or no?)

And if so, do you have to check back to the AP server like twice-daily to make sure??

I didn't see these covered in the FAQ, nor after viewing about a half-dozen pages on their forum.

 

[KeyserSoze]

Originally posted by: QueZart
Here is a couple Utils That Make Life Alil easier


AutoStreamer

http://www.neowin.net/forum/index.php?showtopic=223562

AutoPatcher

http://www.neowin.net/forum/index.php?showtopic=334257

What this guy said. I have my slipstreamed disc with SP2. That autopatcher tool is very nice, and updated every month. Includes all XP add-on's that you can choose to install. Not the *ideal* situation, but very nice.




KS

 

[MrChad]

Originally posted by: TechnoPro

Originally posted by: MrChad
http://v4.windowsupdate.microsoft.com/catalog/en/default.asp

When I run Windows Update on a fresh install of XP Pro SP2, I get 20 (21?) criticial updates on the first pass. Using the above link, what specifically would you click on to obtain this 20 or 21 item list?

Select "Find updates for Microsoft Windows operating systems", then choose Windows XP Professional SP2. Add each of the critical updates to your download basket, minus any of the ones that mention ".NET Framework".

 

[AkumaX]

The presense of SP3 is nearing... ????

also, anyone sucessfuly slipstream autopatcher's updates onto a xp sp2 cd?

 

[Davegod]

Originally posted by: Canterwood
Autopatcher doesn't contain SP2.

Its updated (for XP) pretty regularly, and contains the security hotfixes since SP2 was released. (Latest has hotfixes up to and including June 2005)
It comes in different versions, such as Lite (security fixes only), and Full (Security fixes, recommended updates, reg tweaks, funky bits of software, etc).

You run the app, select the hotfixes etc, you wish to install (normally they're all selected for you) and sit back while it does its stuff.
Once the patches are installed, you reboot, job done.

OK so on a fresh install, I install XP, install SP1, install SP2, run autopatcher, then install mobo & graphics drivers etc... right?

(or same thing using Slipstreamer; use slipstreamer to get XP+SP1+SP2. Then on fresh install use that to install XP SP2 and then run autopatcher?)

What's diff with the "ENU" filenames i see on the bittorrent link?

 

[Crism]

I work at a computer store.....OMFG ITS SO FUN WE HAVE 768k DOWNLOAD CRAPPY VERIZON DSL AND WINDOWS HAS 27 UPDATES NOW AND NORTON INTERNET SECURITY HAS 20+ TOO!!!!!

Sry lol...just consolidate or make SP3...KTHXBYE

 

[mechBgon]

Davegod, you can skip installing SP1, though. WinXP > SP2 > mobo > graphics > other drivers.

 

[Davegod]

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