How Does the Update Manager Work?

Software vendors use the Update Service, a product created by InstallShield, to deliver updates to you. Software vendors can build the ability to send you product updates into the product or they may choose to send you a message that an update is available from their Web site. In either case, the Update Manager gives you control over what updates and messages you receive.

When an application you install uses the Update Service, the Update Manager may also installed. You can access the Update Manager through the Start menu by selecting Program Updates.

If the Update Manager is not installed, see the article How Do I Install the Update Manager? for instructions and downloads.

For more information, see:

About the Update Manager
Types of Updates