Is this a REAL Update or something nasty?

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Hi all.

Just turned on my PC and found this...

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I am running NOD32 Antivirus, so I don't expect any surprises. However, this is a strange type of 'update' box isn't it? There is no explaination as to what I'm turning on, which makes me a bit nervous. :confused:

Anyone know what it is?
 

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Dunno, I just checked for updates and nothing new here.
 

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It's ok.
It means it's asking if you want updates from Microsoft Update besides Windows Update.
ex: drivers for keyboard/mice, nic, etc
You always have the option not to install it.
 

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It's perfectly safe, i had the same option about a week ago and it's not done any harm.

As kpo6969 stated it's just updating from purely Windows Update to other software from Microsoft.
 

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Thanks all. I feel confident in clicking it now! :D
Nice one.
 

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Windows 7 Ultimate x64AMD Phenom II x4 9658Gb Corsair XMS3 DDR3Asus EN9600GT 512Mb DDR3 Fanless
Computer Manufacturer/Model Number
Self Built
OS
Windows 7 Ultimate x64
CPU
AMD Phenom II x4 965
Motherboard
Gigabyte
Memory
8Gb Corsair XMS3 DDR3
Graphics Card(s)
Asus EN9600GT 512Mb DDR3 Fanless
Sound Card
Integrated
Monitor(s) Displays
Belinea 22" LCD (Primary) and HP 19" LCD (secondary)
Screen Resolution
1680 x 1050 / 1440 x 900
Hard Drives
4 x 1Tb
1 x 250Gb
+ Backup Drives
PSU
800w Silent
Case
Nifty looking Midi Case
Cooling
3 x Super Cooling Quiet Case Fans. Water Cooled CPU.
Keyboard
Saitek USB Illuminated
Mouse
Optical Wireless/Batteryless Mouse
Internet Speed
5Mb BT Total Broadband (True Unlimited Downloads)
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