Obtaining the Year 2000 Update for Windows 98


There are three options for obtaining the Year 2000 Update:
  1. If you are currently running Windows 98 and your computer is connected to the Internet, the easiest way to get the Year 2000 Update is to click on the Windows Update shortcut in your Start menu. When Internet Explorer loads and shows the updates page, check the box next to "Year 2000 Update" and click on the "Download Now" button.

  2. If the Windows Update will not work (or you prefer) you may download the update manually.

    **NOTE**   Windows Update checks your system to see if you also need the update for the Microsoft Java Virtual Machine (a component included with Windows 98) and automatically downloads it if needed. If you opt to download the Year 2000 Update manually, you may also need to download the Java VM update manually.

  3. You can obtain the update on a CD-ROM by filling out a web order form, or by calling 1-800-363-2896. The CD-ROM and shipping are free. This is your best option if you have no Internet connection or a slow modem (< 28,800 baud).

More detailed information is available at:
Microsoft's Windows 98 Year 2000 Update page
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