Managing Software Updates
Software update definitions in System Center Updates Publisher are created by using the Create Update Wizard, modified by using the Modify Update Wizard, and deleted by using the Updates Publisher console. When creating software update definitions, the Expression Builder tool is used to add rules.
Note
System Center Updates Publisher 4.0 supports updates that have dependencies, such as drivers and bundles, but these updates cannot be created or modified.
The following sections provide overview information and procedures for managing software updates.
In This Section
- About the Create Update Wizard and Modify Update Wizard
Provides an overview of the Create Update Wizard and Modify Update Wizard.
- How to Create a Software Update Definition
Provides a detailed procedure for starting and using the Create Update Wizard to create a new software update definition.
- How to Modify a Software Update Definition
Provides a detailed procedure for starting and using the Modify Update Wizard to modify an existing software update definition.
- How to Delete a Software Update Definition
Provides the procedure to delete a software update definition.
- How to Use the Expression Builder
Provides the procedure for using the Expression Builder tool to add, modify, delete, and group the rules defined in the Create Update Wizard and Modify Update Wizard.
- How to Set the Expire Status on Software Updates
Provides the procedure for setting the expire status on software updates.
- How to Add Localized Titles and Descriptions to Updates
Provides the procedure for adding localized names and descriptions to software updates.