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How do I add the Windows Update shortcut to the XP Start Menu

To add Windows Update link to the XP Start Menu, try this:

  • Click Start, Run and type %SystemRoot%\system32
  • Locate the file wupdmgr.exe (might show as wupdmgr) and select it
  • Right-click the file and choose Pin to Start menu

Or, you may create a shortcut to the file and place it in the Desktop, Start Menu or in the Quick Launch area. Clicking this shortcut launches http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com