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Critical IE Upgrade

To download the critical Internet Explorer security upgrade from Microsoft, please follow the link blow. Instructions are also provided for additional assistance.

  1. Before you start please close all applications to avoid the risk of losing your work.
  2. Select this link to begin the process of updating your computer:
    http://www.update.microsoft.com/microsoftupdate/v6/default.aspx?ln=en-us.
  3. You may be prompted to install the ActiveX Control, if so select Install when the window below appears.
    IE update

    IE update
  4. You will be prompted to choose either Express or Custom updates, please choose Express.
    IE update
  5. The Microsoft Update system will determine which updates are needed for your computer.
    IE update
  6. Select Install Updates when the window below appears.
    IE update
  7. The image below indicates the required updates are being downloaded. This may take several moments depending on the quantity of updates required for your computer.
    IE update
  8. The window below indicates that the update process has been completed; please select Restart Now for those updates to take effect.
    IE update