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Old 07-24-07   #1 (permalink)
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Question Should I Update Xp?

Should i update my windows xp? Or do i leave it how it is? What difference does it make anyway.

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Always update XP since Microsoft release securties fixes and performance fixes which help protect your PC
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If you want haxorz to steal your megahurtz then no dont update it
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Alrighty then!! Im updating now

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This reminds me, I haven't checked for updates in a while.

I'm OK, no new updates.
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81 Updates i had to install lol WoW !!!

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***** i didnt read and click "no" i thought he ment to vista XD gg for me not reading but yes you should.
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