Do you install computer updates?
By Buck on May 20, 2008 in Buck Cam
Do you install updates when your computer prompts you to? I always do and sometimes it leads to problems!
Here is me just rambling while I try to fix my computer!
I work in Vista and I also work on my MacBook- I find both annoying for different reasons!
Thoughts? Are you a Mac or a PC person or both like me?!
Vista bites! Yes I do updates but not when it tells me. I wait until two weeks pass and see if there are problems with the “improved update” before I install.
unavailable2day reply on May 20, 2008:
Vista has had terrible reviews… XP all the way! Too bad we lose support soon.
LoisLane | May 20, 2008 | Reply
For some reason, I get all excited when I get updates. They usually mean better things, at least for my Mac.
Depending on what it wants to update, I may leave it until I have some downtime. Most big updates require an immediate restart. I hate shutting things down.
Buck reply on May 20, 2008:
hahhaha I knew you would like updates!!!
I saw your twitter post Howard! I hope Twitter is not doomed!
IceflowStudios | May 20, 2008 | Reply
I run XP Service Pack 2 and now there’s an SP3…but I’ve been warned by various forums to wait because it’s buggy and will affect my music software! Buck, you may have to run a system restore and wait a few weeks (like what LoisLane said). thanks for the comment on my Apologize video! x
garycuk | May 20, 2008 | Reply
I own a MacBook and love it! I update whenever prompted. Occasionally, there are problems…but if you send Apple a request (as many other people do at the same time) usually within a week, there is a patch. This happened with a GarageBand update recently. I try to stay away from Vista as much as possible. There have been way too many complaints. Macintosh is smoother. Hope your day goes well Buck, and good luck fixing your computer.
matt.hansen | May 20, 2008 | Reply
I run Vista and it has taken FOREVER for me to get used to. I usually wait for the “OK” before I install updates…
cwistatwista | May 20, 2008 | Reply
my brother always told me never to install them. Because they would get me in trouble. he being the computer expert person he is, and me being the ‘I screw up my computer’ person I am. I figured I’d listen..
so I dont instal them anymore,
if I do, he might actually start yelling at me lol.
but then again, I don’t use vista anymore and I don’t have a mac. so maybe im not one to talk.
xo
GoldenFish | May 20, 2008 | Reply
Michael,
Over my many years of dealing with this type of thing, I recommend you do NOT install drivers via Automatic Updates, I am referring to the updates from Microsoft. When you’re notified updates are available, chose Custom. When you do Custom, you are able to choose which you want installed. (Custom doesn’t imply “for Bill Gates Only” so don’t be afraid.)
For 3rd party software/driver updates go to the manufacturer’s website for instruction. Seems you had a dispay (vieo adapter) driver update which could be ATI Radeon, GForce, NVIDEA, etc.
Good luck.
Buck reply on May 20, 2008:
THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELP!
yeah it was a NVIDEA update!
clicksmarter | May 20, 2008 | Reply
Yup i allways run updates on my computer… but vista is sooo buggy i just think if its an update its gotta fix half the mess ups microsoft have made designing this windows… some advice buck get rid of vista and get xp lol… thats what im gonna do soon if vista doesnt get good updates to fix all the crap. BTW buck made sure your screen resolution is on the correct setting as 1440×900 is alot different from 1280×1024… just muck around with the resolution to get the perfect setting without anything being streched
Monkey_Tastic | May 20, 2008 | Reply
I run away screaming from updates.
They’re never for anything good and they screw up your day. >:(
DeniseBee | May 20, 2008 | Reply
I run some updates and others I don’t. It depends what the update says. There is other stuff like Itunes that I don’t even bother updating.
Good luck, I will support you with my thoughts…that’s stupid.
dbozsoccerplayer | May 20, 2008 | Reply
there’s ok!!!!!!!! sumtimes updates make the program run faster or slower!!!!!!!! sob care ’bout u update!!!!!!!!!! and i loooooooooooooooooooooooove ur vid!!!!!!!!1 mkgtweety
mkgtweety | May 20, 2008 | Reply
hey michael. I have a pc, vista, and the same thing happens to me too. Actually sometimes it just happens when updates are not being installed. What I do is, just clear all the internet cookies and all that, then go to the c drive and do a disk cleanup. Sometimes after that I do a virus scan and then it clears up the problem. I hope your computer gets cleared up soon though, I know that it’s frustrating. Hope your day is going great! xo Liana
lchildre | May 20, 2008 | Reply
I never update, tbh I dunno why!
I guess im impatient! No wait, I did it once, couldnt go internet and itunes deleted itself. I was angry :L
Once I was so angry with my laptop, I actually hit it and it worked. Thats not right
Have you heard of Gok Wan? Somehow you remind me of him??!?!?!? google image him or something mb?
I love it when you ramble, I do that to myself ha ha. Im doing it right now.
from meee
awayinmyhead | May 20, 2008 | Reply
I run most updates. Which then, I too, regret. I just got a new computer, old one crashed. And this one has Vista on it. The old one had XP. I don’t like Vista and my new computer has a mind of it’s own. I’m ready to take it back and tell them to eat it. It’s a DELL Inspiron. I heard they were good computers, HA! Any one have any suggestions on really good computer that will do what you tell it?
Jamie | May 20, 2008 | Reply
yah i have vista as well, if anything goes wrong i just do a system restore to before i downloaded the update and then everything is fixed mostly
ThatCanadianChick | May 20, 2008 | Reply
i have a mac and an hp laptop (vista) and it did the same thing the applications were huge and i had to have my neighbor come over and fix it! it was ridiculous!!!!
MACS ROCK
macfish | May 20, 2008 | Reply
I definitely turned those automatic updates off on my HP. They caused nothing but trouble on my previous laptop. :/
tiffpwns | May 20, 2008 | Reply
For myself:
Windows Vista updates: yes
AV updates: always
Third-party updates: read the documentation first (I don’t need any new-fangled useless toolbars)
Apple/Quicktime/iTunes/RealPlayer updates: stop bothering me already!
Browser based (Shockwave, Flash, Java… whatever): only if it’s so outdated, it stops working
Anything else: wing it
cissypoo | May 20, 2008 | Reply
if you are not having problems with your computer but only with your monitor it might have a separate software it if you have a HD Flat panel screen I had problems with it a while back and I ended up fixing it I don’t deal with Vista I have XP and my computer is a Gateway.
shantellylace6778 | May 20, 2008 | Reply
I’m a mac person, and I always update, but I tend to wait, because most updates need you to restart, and I hate doing that.
BadHatHarry | May 20, 2008 | Reply
i can help! i can help!
everytime you install something you’re not supposed to, you can change it
1st Step: Start, All Programs
2nd Step: Accessories
3rd Step: System Tools (Bottom)
4th Step: System Restore
5th Step: Restore My Computer To An Earlier Time, Next
6th Step: Pick A Date
I hoped I helped if you didn’t already get it fixed.
I am a gateway laptop windows xp person so that doesn’t fall into any category you gave.
Updates are good because they can sometimes protect you from spyware and viruses but they can get annoying if they change something without asking.
breezygirl | May 20, 2008 | Reply
oh hell no! I put off installing that stuff for as long as possible, works for me!
MeowMeowMitchell | May 20, 2008 | Reply
It makes me very nervous!
TarynActressTaryn | May 20, 2008 | Reply
I am not the one to help you but I have had problems with updates. Still I think you are suppose to do it, but as Taryn writes it so nerve racking!
thatisawkward | May 20, 2008 | Reply
Only ones like itunes, word, safari etc.
love ya,
maddie
horsegal121441 | May 20, 2008 | Reply
And then that crap happens. Sometimes it is more hassle than its worth. Then again security updates are often important.
unavailable2day | May 20, 2008 | Reply
What the fuck? You get nervous when updates are installed. I get annoyed because it interrupts be on the internet to install NOW and RESTART YOUR COMPUTER. itunes takes forever to fucking install.
FlowingGeisha | May 21, 2008 | Reply
Ask your hubbie for help.
FlowingGeisha | May 21, 2008 | Reply
i dont
pippytail95 | May 21, 2008 | Reply
I do when it iTunes software.
The only reason I wouldn’t download other updates is because I don’t have the time right then! Later when I do, I’ll download. How much later that is depends on my schedule.
I’m definitely a PC girl!
maj55tl4 | May 21, 2008 | Reply
Where’s the moon? Should be here…
Them frogs is askin’ after IT *sharp inhale throughout*
Oh, Buck <3. Your referencing of semi-obscure musicals still titters me.
mogwai4000 | May 21, 2008 | Reply
I’m always scared to do the updates too. I do sometimes though, I’ve had them change my settings like that too, my mom knew how to fix it thankfully.
stayc_1215 | May 21, 2008 | Reply
Oh this this where I become technologically challenged.
I know nothing about this kinda stuff except for I have Windows XP.
I’m lame. Lol.
Amiranda413 | May 21, 2008 | Reply
It depends what updates it is, if it tells me the comp is going to explode if I don’t then I might think about it…lol!Hope you get it fixed!
WannabeBallerina | May 23, 2008 | Reply
Hey Buck - I just wanted ot chime in that I loved your Caroline fr Change song; did anyone else identify it? Same writer as Angels in America.
I’m bi-platform too but I have ot say I’ve learned ot prefer Mac once I have it a chance.
czr114 | May 27, 2008 | Reply