Free Updates on CD from Bill

[Pancake]

Hi all
You can now get all Microsoft updates posted to you free of charge on one CD.It supports all versions from Windows 98 to XP.
http://www.microsoft.com/security/protect/cd/order.asp

[raftero]

wish i had that when i fresh installed xp,would have saved me several hours on dial up.good information.

[HAL9000]

Would be great if the submit page worked.

[XpXJ19]

I think spending the time to download the updates, even on dial-up would be way better than waiting 2 to 4 weeks for a cd.

[bigandy]

Worked for me HAL.

This has got to be the first time MS has ever given something away .

[tigstah]

i figured i'd better order while the gettin is good.......

[Blue_Gundam2002]

They also will send you the MS office updates for 2000 and XP for free. It only took about 2 weeks to get mine for MS office 2000.

[Nuclear Krusader]

Originally posted by XpXJ19 I think spending the time to download the updates, even on dial-up would be way better than waiting 2 to 4 weeks for a cd.

My same thoughts, but not everyone has broadband, and downloading mammoth files like the SP1 would be a major pain in the head with dial-up. Ever had a connection dropping after 90% of the data downloaded, and therefore lost?

[james8547]

I just ordered a copy for myself. (What is Canadian English?)

Originally posted by Nuclear Krusader My same thoughts, but not everyone has broadband, and downloading mammoth files like the SP1 would be a major pain in the head with dial-up. Ever had a connection dropping after 90% of the data downloaded, and therefore lost?

I just built a system with Win 2K Pro, P4 3.0C Ghz, Asus P4C800-E Dlx, 2xGeil PC3200 512mb, ATI 9800XT, with a US Robotics modem. Why would anyone degrade such a performance beast to dial-up?! The guy already have the parts and he just wanted me assemble the PC and install the OS. I installed all the drivers and other progs (PC-cillin, asus probe), but as sure as hell I won't update MS. I built the system in his place & he didn't have broadband.

[mystvearn]

Here is what I understand, if the cd upgrades are free, then how about making a cd image file and distribute it on the internet? 2-4weeks, is longer than downloading a 700mb cd image file. Right?

[Doobie]

Yeah i would rather download an IMAGE. I ordered it but it sucks that its only in English and not spanish.

[Blue_Gundam2002]

I wonder if the cd is upgradeable so you can add new updates down the road. Because by the time we get this we would have to order a new one.

[Smidget]

Originally posted by james8547 I just ordered a copy for myself. (What is Canadian English?) I just built a system with Win 2K Pro, P4 3.0C Ghz, Asus P4C800-E Dlx, 2xGeil PC3200 512mb, ATI 9800XT, with a US Robotics modem. Why would anyone degrade such a performance beast to dial-up?! The guy already have the parts and he just wanted me assemble the PC and install the OS. I installed all the drivers and other progs (PC-cillin, asus probe), but as sure as hell I won't update MS. I built the system in his place & he didn't have broadband.

Just put 'eh' at the end of every sentence.

ie: where do you want to go today eh?

Actually it's just small words like labour vs labor or odor vs odour and such.

[Byte 2.0]

Thanks for the link, I just ordered mine. Sure better to download them when needed instead of waiting 2 to 4 weeks, but better to have it now for the future.

[enhanced08]

ordered one for myself as well. i'm on dial-up so 2-4 weeks is worth it for me.

[oddjob]

I ordered one as well, but can't help but think to my self, "What's the catch? Nothing in this world is free."

Hmmm...

[diver203_98]

I just ordered mine. And likeeveryone else, I can't beleive it is free from M$. Although I always check for updates, it is still soome thing I would really like just incase I have to reinstall windows ME AGAIN!!!!!

Thanks for the link, it worked first time.

[Blue_Gundam2002]

Has anyone recieved the disk yet?

[diver203_98]

Not yet. I ordered mine on 2-22 and the page hasn't been updated yet. It is still stuck on: The status of your order as of 2-22 is on backorder. The e-mail I was sent stated 2 - 4 weeks, and time is running out. They only have about 1 1/2 weeks to go. I will just have to wait and see when it will actually get here.

[mairving]

Did you happen to notice this part: released through October 2003? The CD is already 5 months old.

[bigandy]

Have not gotten mine either. Placed my order on Feb. 19. I guess MS is taking the full 4 weeks then .

[Blue_Gundam2002]

I just got an e-mail saying thats its been shipped

[Pancake]

Mine has arrived plus a firewall and virus trial with it.

[Blue_Gundam2002]

Pancake- why do you have your powersupply voltage info in your sig?

[Pancake]

Originally posted by Blue_Gundam2002 Pancake- why do you have your powersupply voltage info in your sig?

It helps in trouble shooting because a lot problems are caused by not having enough power.Sometimes cards wont work properly,new built computers dont boot. So its always good to list your power if you're looking for help.Most good help forums ask you to list it in your signature. Check out these two sites and you will see what I mean.
http://www.jscustompcs.com/power_supply/
http://www.pcpowercooling.com/maxpc/cases.htm

[eldon]

I got mine today,it also has a free 1year trial of EZ Armor LE,dont know much about it,I will stick with my zonealarm and Avg.I have dsl and already have all the updates but it may come in handy in case of a reinstall.

[gateways_rule]

I got my cd a couple days ago and really wasn't that impressed with it. I have a high speed internet connection and would just rather download the updates than use this cd.

[DuNgA]

Mine came in this morning. Date of order, 17 Mar.

Gee that was fast.

Will try the a/v and the firewall

[rcx21000]

I want it, just so I can have another CD in the house Plus it would be helpful if I reinstalled Windows.....

But does anyone know if the German version (I moved to germany, still speak only english) will work with Eng windowzer?

[MaxRat]

I just ordered mine and the e-mail I recieved said it was the February 2004 version.....I wonder....