By default, Windows Vista will download and install updates considered Important or Critical. To manually turn automatic updating on or off:
- Open Windows Update by clicking the Start button, clicking All Programs, and then clicking Windows Update.
- In the left pane, click Change settings.
- Choose the option that you want.
- Under Recommended updates, select the "Include recommended updates when downloading, installing, or notifying me about updates" check box, and then click OK. If you are prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation.
