unable to update winXP - error 0x80096004

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I'm using Windows XP SP3 professional and am unable to access the microsoft update page. I get the error message(not in the help and support page) :-


"[Error number: 0x80096004]
The website has encountered a problem and cannot display the page you are trying to view. The options provided below might help you solve the problem. "


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Thanks,
Steve O.
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