I tried to download the latest Microsoft security updates, but it wouldn't work. Maybe Microsoft doesn't support win2000 anymore?
2006-09-16 19:18:33 · 9 answers · asked by S R 3 in Computers & Internet ➔ Security
maybe because we are in windows 2003... move up to windows 2003 and be updated. Also, MS don't give updates if you use unlicensed software. You can always call Microsoft in your area to verify why. Ot why not ask Microsoft Help?
2006-09-16 19:25:01 · answer #1 · answered by abe 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, microsoft support (those updates) is included in the price of windows. When a new version is released the clock starts ticking on End Of Life for that product. Once these products expire and there are no security updates, it is simply not safe to run these machines on the internet, tho a third party vendor may take on that task for a price, there are millions of ppl in your situation.
And, don't even think of upgrading... a machine that came with windows-2000 is so slow by today's standards that performance will be severely hindered.
What you can do, is get a POSIX compliant operating system like LINUX or freeBSD. These OS's are very lean and mean, and can give new life to old computers. There are several very good web and email programs that can be run.
What dies in old computers is the fans. If you hear squeaking noises, be sure to change out old fans. Also re-seat the boards while you have it open.
2006-09-16 19:30:51 · answer #2 · answered by disco legend zeke 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have a properly licensed copy of Windows 2000, then you should be able to download security updates. Microsoft has put Windows 2000 into its "extended" support phase, which generally means that you can get security fixes, but not much else. According to their web site, this should last until at least June 2010.
2006-09-16 19:28:12 · answer #3 · answered by WDS 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go here to get all available updates to Windows 2000 including the latest patches.
BTW: Windows 2000 is still being updated and supported.
2006-09-16 19:27:59 · answer #4 · answered by anonfuture 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Please check the link provided for full info on Microsoft's Life Cycle Support for its products.
You may need to upgrade to WinXP to continue getting updates.
2006-09-16 19:26:25 · answer #5 · answered by anieska 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
we are in 2006, dont u think its just the right time? and any how, microsoft just dont remember how to upgrade it, they have only second grade programmers that did manage to get a job in Apple
2006-09-16 19:26:47 · answer #6 · answered by Grrr Grrr Miao 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They are developing new software and will no longer create updates for older versions.. they are basically saying .. upgrade or be screwed..
2006-09-16 19:26:22 · answer #7 · answered by limgrn_maria 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah, they stopped support for Win98 and WinMe, so probably for 2000 as well.
2006-09-16 19:29:36 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
http://www.microsoft.com/windows2000/default.mspx
2006-09-16 21:52:03 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋