Microsoft recently released 9 security updates addressing 21 vulnerabilities for their Windows programs. These patches should be downloaded and installed immediately. If you do not update your machine, you will be at risk for remote code execution and denial of service.

Microsoft Security Bulletin February 2012
Systems Affected:
Microsoft Windows
Microsoft Office
Internet Explorer
Microsoft .NET Framework
Microsoft Silverlight

Follow these directions to update your Windows computer:

1.) Click the Start button
2.) Click All Programs
3.) Find and click Windows Update. Your computer will scan for available updates. A box will pop up with a message notifying you of the updates you need to install to your computer.
4.) Click Install updates

Alternatively, you can copy and paste the following link into your Internet Explorer browser: http://update.microsoft.com/microsoftupdate/v6/default.aspx?ln=en-us

If you have any questions or need assistance updating your computer, give us a call at (877) MAKEITWork (877-625-3489). We’re in the neighborhood, we’ll be right over.

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