Windows XP Security Update for November 2007
Applies to:
Windows XP with Service Pack 2
Requirements
Windows XP with Service Pack 2
Author/Supplier
Microsoft
File Name
WindowsXP-KB943460- x86-ENU.exe
File Size
3MB
COPY DOWNLOAD LINK
http://download.microsoft.com/download/0/e/b/0eb29ece-fb34-4eb6-ae49-a6e816a9fa5b/WindowsXP-KB943460-x86-ENU.exe
Photoshop CS3 10.0.1 patch
Applies to:
Adobe Photoshop CS3, Adobe Illustrator CS3 software or Adobe Creative Suite 3
Requirements
Adobe Photoshop CS3 (also known as Adobe Photoshop 10)
Windows XP and Vista
File Size
73MB
File Name
ps1001.zip
Author/Supplier
Adobe
COPY DOWNLOAD LINK
http://download.adobe.com/pub/adobe/photoshop/win/cs3/ps1001.zip
Description
The Adobe Photoshop CS3 10.0.1 update patch fixes numerous bugs discovered since the release of the program including:
A crash that could occur when Microsoft Intellipoint software is installed has been fixed.
The speed of moving objects contained within multiple layer sets has been improved.
The speed of closing large documents has been improved.
Converting images to CMYK using certain profiles no longer results in black files.
A crash that could occur when saving a 4-bit BMP file with 16 or fewer colors has been fixed.
The Save for Web feature now includes an option to "Include XMP" (metadata) in the settings menu within the main Save for Web interface, making the existing capability easier to access.
When using Save For Web with "Include XMP" enabled, all XMP data is now included in the optimized file.
A problem that could cause the incorrect printer to appear within the print dialog box has been corrected.
Images no longer print with odd-sized margins on various Epson printers, or print smaller and off-centered.
Printer settings in Windows are saved with a document while that document is open. If a document has not had Page Setup settings applied to it, the document will get the previous page setup used during the current session of Photoshop.
Photoshop now turns off Windows ICM (system color management) when "Photoshop Manages Colors."
Print color matching has been improved.
A problem that caused certain laser printers to show distortions when printing to a nonsquare resolution has been fixed.
Adobe Reader 8.1.1 patch
File Size
6.3MB
File Name
ReaderUpd811_ all_incr. msp
Author/Supplier
Adobe
COPY DOWNLOAD LINK
http://ardownload.adobe.com/pub/adobe/reader/win/8.x/8.1.1/misc/ReaderUpd811_all_incr.mspl
Description
The Adobe Reader 8.1.1 patch addresses a critical security flaw in Adobe Reader 8.1 and fixes some minor issues. Given the popularity of Acrobat Reader, most computers will be affected, and this is already being exploited. Here is a scary bit of information from PC World: 'According to researchers, the infamous Russian Business Network (RBN), a collective of cybercriminals, is behind the PDF assault. When recipients open an attack PDF, a combination of Trojan Horses, downloaders and rootkits strike, knocking out the Windows firewall and installing code that captures all information entered into any SSL-secured form on a Web page. That information is then transmitted back to RBN.'
It is important to download an install this update immediately. At the time of publishing this patch information (October 2007), only version 8.1 of Acrobat Reader had a patch. The other versions of Reader are also affected, but no patch was available. In other words, the best way to protect yourself is to update Acrobat Reader to version 8.1, then apply the 8.1.1 patch. The version number of Acrobat can be found in the Help-About menu.
Adobe Acrobat 8.1.1 security update
Applies to:
Acrobat Professional 8.1, Acrobat Standard 8.1 or 3D (full version - English)
Requirements
Windows 2000/XP/Vista
Acrobat 8 (full version - English)
File Size
10MB
File Name
AcrobatUpd811_ all_incr. msp
Author/Supplier
Adobe
COPY DOWNLOAD LINK
http://ardownload.adobe.com/pub/adobe/acrobat/win/8.x/8.1.1/misc/AcrobatUpd811_all_incr.msp
Description
This Acrobat 8.1.1 patch addresses a critical security flaw in Acrobat 8.1 and fixes some minor issues. Here is a scary bit of information from PC World: 'According to researchers, the infamous Russian Business Network (RBN), a collective of cybercriminals, is behind the PDF assault. When recipients open an attack PDF, a combination of Trojan Horses, downloaders and rootkits strike, knocking out the Windows firewall and installing code that captures all information entered into any SSL-secured form on a Web page. That information is then transmitted back to RBN.'
Note: This download is for the full version of Acrobat 8 Professional or Standard only (not the free Acrobat Reader program). You will need to update to version 8.1 before applying the 8.1.1 patch. The version number of Acrobat can be found in the Help-About menu.
DirectX 9.0c (full package)
Applies to:
Windows XP, XP 64-bit, Vista (all versions), Windows Server 2003
Requirements
Windows XP, XP 64-bit, Vista (all versions), 2003
Author/Supplier
Microsoft
File Name
directx_nov2007_ redist.exe
File Size
64MB
DOWNLOAD LINK
http://download.microsoft.com/download/c/6/a/c6af7ea3-f85c-4fef-a475-5810f82def1f/directx_nov2007_redist.exe
Description
DirectX 9.0c will help improve multimedia experiences on most PCs. This latest version of DirectX offers better security, updated graphics, faster frame rates, and support for massively multiplayer games. It also features more immersive audio when running and displaying programs rich in multimedia elements such as full-color graphics, video, 3-D animation and surround sound. If you had an earlier version of DirectX installed on your system, you will see little difference in available space on your hard drive following the installation. DirectX 9.0c will overwrite any earlier versions. This release also resolves a number of minor bugs and includes security updates.
Important notes:
· This is the 'redist' version of DirectX - all files are downloaded in one package (rather than an active download).
· Instructions: make a system backup or restore point. Double-click on the file once the download has completed. You will be asked where you want to place the extracted files. This is a temporary folder only - you can delete these files once the Direct X 9.0c installation has completed. Now go to that temporary folder. There will be lots of files in there - run DXSETUP.exe and wait for it to complete the installation. Restart you computer if required. Now you can delete the files in the temporary folder. For future use, you can keep the file you downloaded or simply delete it - it doesn't matter.
· DirectX is a crucial system component. It cannot be uninstalled without reinstalling your operating system (!) or performing a system restore/system recovery.
· This version of DirectX was released November 2007.
Java Virtual Machine 6 Update 3 (Standalone package)
Applies to:
Windows Vista/XP/2000
Requirements
Windows Vista/XP/2000
Author/Supplier
Sun
File Name
jre-6u3-windows- i586-p-s. exe
File Size
14MB
COPY DOWNLOAD LINK
http://javadl.sun.com/webapps/download/AutoDL?BundleId=12798
Description
This latest release of Sun's Java Virtual Machine (JVM) can be used to update an earlier version or install the entire JVM for the first time. Version 6 adds support for Windows Vista. This is the standalone package - you download a single file that can be run at any time, used on multiple machines or new installation of Windows.
Note: The other way to install the Sun JVM requires a computer to be connected to the Web and then use 'active download' where a smaller downloading program updates your system. This process means you can't backup the file you download, plus you can't use it multiple PCs. That's why the standalone package is a better option. This complete download should also help avoid error codes such as: 1305, 2755, 1606 and a bunch of others that are all a result of incomplete/corrupte d downloads.
Note: This release also fixes several critical security holes found in the software. Sun advises all users to update the JVM immediately.
JVM allows you to run programs called 'applets' inside your Web browser. Applets are mini-programs written in the Java language specifically to run within a Web browser. Many, though not all, web browsers come with support for applets built in. By downloading this update, you will be ensured that you have the latest release which, most importantly, contains fewer security holes and is generally more stable.
Internet Explorer 7 Cumulative Update for Windows Vista (KB939653)
Applies to:
Internet Explorer 7 for Windows Vista (32bit)
Requirements
Windows Vista (32bit)
Author/Supplier
Microsoft
File Name
Windows6.0-KB939653 -x86.msu
File Size
7MB
COPY DOWNLOAD LINK
http://download.microsoft.com/download/6/1/9/6190a2eb-5e3b-486e-831d-d9f087095ce3/Windows6.0-KB939653-x86.msu
Description
This update, KB939653, is for Internet Explorer 7 (Windows Vista version - Windows XP has it's own separate patch). It is rated as Critical and fixes serveral security holes in Internet Explorer 7 including three newly discovered ones:
· Address Bar Spoofing Vulnerability
· Error Handling Memory Corruption Vulnerability
· Address Bar Spoofing Vulnerability
Google Pack
Requirements
Windows XP or Vista
Author/Supplier
Google
Click this link to download the pack directly from Google:
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Get essential software with Google Pack.
Licence
Free
Description
Googlepack is the best free collection of software on the Web. According to Google, it features:
· Google Earth - 3D Earth browserZoom from space to street level - tour the world Find maps, driving directions, hotels, restaurants, and more
· Google Desktop - Desktop companion Find all your email, files, web history, and more Get all your personalized info in one place with Sidebar
· Picasa - Photo organizer Find, edit, and share your photos in seconds Easily remove red eye and fix photos
· Google Toolbar for Internet Explorer - Search toolbar .Search from any web page and autofill forms Block annoying pop-ups
· Google Pack Screensaver - Photo screensaver Enjoy photos from your personal collection View pictures full screen or as a collage
· StarOffice Free Word processor, spreadsheet and presentation software
· Skype Make free voice and video calls to anyone else on Skype Call landlines and mobile phones at pretty low rates
· Mozilla Firefox with Google Toolbar - Web browser Browse the web quickly and securely Switch between pages quickly with tabbed browsing
· Norton Security Scan - Antivirus utility
· Adobe Reader View, print, and search PDF files.
