Active Directory/Documentation/WSUS

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WolfTech's WSUS server provides a convenient way to automatically keep your computer up-to-date with the latest software updates from Microsoft. The prompt installation of security updates is critical to the security of the NC State University Network.

Usage Policy

  • University-Owned Computers - All University-owned computers are automatically configured to use WSUS to install updates.
  • Personal Machines - All personal machines used on the NC State University Network are required to be [#blah manually configured] to use WSUS.
  • Home Machines - NCSU faculty and staff are encouraged to [#blah manually configure] their home computers to use WSUS.

Client Support

WSUS supports the following client operating systems:

  • Windows 2000 SP3 or later
  • Windows XP
  • Windows Server 2003

Earlier operating systems, such as Windows 95, Windows 98, and Windows ME are not supported. Non-Windows operating systems are not supported.

How to Configure Your Personal Computer

  1. Download wsus.reg.
  2. Double click on wsus.reg. You should see the following confirmation:
  3. Click OK.
  4. Reboot