Thanks for the link, Jack, but this guy really overdoes it! LOL I love automatic updates and they work! If I go to MS site I always have to remember to disable my proxy server and allow ActiveX and it's a hassle. I truly believe automatic is better, easier, and faster. And error reporting isn't a security risk. Some people are too paranoid methinks. Anyway, a lot of this doesn't really take much resources and certainly doesn't take steady processor time. He also recommends disabling the firewall which is truly bizarre. A lot will depend if you're on a network or not. If you're not then some can be disabled, otherwise I think it's just for playing around and thinking you have control. MHO of course.