windows update fails

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From: chillpill (chillpill_at_discussions.microsoft.com)
Date: 11/23/04 

Date: Tue, 23 Nov 2004 08:05:02 -0800

Hi:

I am trying to run the windows update but everytime that it tries
to download and install the software it fails. What do I need to do?

Thanks...

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