Microsoft Update Definition Updates

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Applies To: Forefront Endpoint Protection

You use the Microsoft Update definition update option to keep definitions on mobile computers up-to-date when they are not connected to the corporate network.

The Microsoft Update definition update option works in the same way as a normal Microsoft Update request. If configured, the FEP client will query Microsoft Update for new definitions according to the frequency configured in the FEP policy.

You configure clients to check for definition updates by setting a policy option.

To configure clients to check Microsoft Update

  • When you create a FEP policy, on the Updates page, ensure the Enable updates from Microsoft Update check box is selected.

  • When you want to add Microsoft Update as a definition update option to an existing policy, in the properties of the policy, click the Updates tab, and in the update source list, ensure that the Updates from Microsoft Updates check box is selected.