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The thread asks whether Windows 7 can be set up to download Microsoft updates to a local hard drive (offline/on-disk), similar to a method used in Windows XP to avoid downloading again after a reformat. The main follow-up is about obtaining all compatibility updates for Windows 7 in bulk for later installation. Overall sentiment is positive/curious, with the user seeking guidance and the tone being helpful and practical.

ZeraX

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hi everybody
when i was using Windows XP, instead of open Windows Update, i was turning it off so it take to microsoft updates and download them to hard disk
this was a useful since after reformatting don't bother do that online.

can i do this in windows 7 ???

i am now looking for all Compatibility updates, want to download them all.

thank in advance and nice upgrade to Windows7forums:redface: