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    Could Windows 7 settings be causing certain programs to stop auto-updating?

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by adrian5683, May 1, 2012.

  1. adrian5683

    adrian5683 Notebook Evangelist

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    Hi guys, in the past month or so I've noticed certain programs, such as Avast Free Edition and CCleaner, have stopped auto-updating/notifying me about updates. Their specific forums have suggested a system problem rather then the program itself. Any ideas as to what system issues could cause this?

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    adrian5683, May 1, 2012
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  2. tijo

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    I'd say it is either a program setting problem or a firewall issue. I've never experienced problems about getting the notifications to update those two. Have you tried running them with admin privileges?
     
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    First check event viewer for any related errors. If none are found and IF it is only those 2 programs and nothing else changed I would remove them and reinstall both.
     
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    I think I'll reinstall the programs, can't find anything wrong with my system...
     
    adrian5683, May 2, 2012
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