I’m installing this on the new Optiplex 745. Here’s hoping it doesn’t mess anything up!

Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool - November 2007 (KB890830)

Download size: 845 KB

You may need to restart your computer for this update to take effect.

Update type: Important

After the download, this tool runs once to check your computer for infection by specific, prevalent malicious software (including Blaster, Sasser, and Mydoom) and helps to remove any infection found. If an infection is found, the tool will display a status report the next time you start your computer. A new version of the tool will be offered every month. If you want to manually run the tool on your computer, you can download a copy from the Microsoft Download Center or run an online version from microsoft.com. This tool is not a replacement for an anti-virus product. To help protect your computer, you should use an anti-virus product.

More information:
http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=39987

Help and Support:
http://support.microsoft.com

Post your experiences with this update below.

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