The first service pack for Windows 7 is out !
The service pack consisting of security fixes and patches is aimed at making the widely used Windows Seven more stable and secure. Few new features & graphics improvement for people accessing Windows 7 remotely accompany the pack. Remote accession is normally used by the business users so this improvement will help them a lot as they now get the touch of having it on their own PCs.
Why install the service pack ?
This isn’t compulsory nor is there any major issues with Windows 7. However Microsoft intends to continue support for SP1 for a longer period so if you update your OS, you will definitely benefit in long run.
Caution
Backup your original Windows 7 before you upgrade. In case anything goes wrong, you will be able to get back.
How to Install Windows 7 SP1 ?
It’s a huge update of 500 MB for 32 bit systems and 800 MB for 64 bit systems. In case you have Automatic Updates turned on, you will not be prompted for it and download will start automatically.
To stop the installation if its bothering your internet connection, go to Start>Windows Update>Change Settings. From the drop down menu, select “Check for Updates But Allow Me to Choose Whether To Download & Install Them”.
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