Update and Configure the Automatic Updates Client

Applies To: Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2003 R2, Windows Server 2003 with SP1, Windows Server 2003 with SP2, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server Update Services

After planning the deployment, and installing and configuring the WSUS server, you are ready to work with the client computers. You can use Group Policy or the registry to configure Automatic Updates. Configuring Automatic Updates involves pointing the client computers to the WSUS server, making sure that the Automatic Updates software is up to date, and configuring any additional environment settings.

In this guide

• Client Requirements

• Update Client

• Determine a Method to Configure Clients

• Manipulate Client Behavior Using Command-line Options

• Client Behavior with Update Deadlines