Active Directory/Documentation/WSUS

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

NOTE: You must have local administrative rights on the computer.

1. Download wsus.reg.
2. Double click on wsus.reg.
3. When prompted if you are sure you want to add the information to the registry, click Yes. You should see a confirmation that the information was successfully entered into the registry.
4. Click OK.
5. Reboot