Question : Vista Windows Update hangs on Preparing to install

Hi Experts,
I have a laptop here running Vista Basic with Service Pack 1.  It was last updated recently with Windows Update (30th October 2009) but now hangs where it says Preparing to Install.  The progress bar still moves and all other programs load up in the background with no issue.

I notice too that 'Windows Live OneCare' - a program/suite I've never used but the user has, does not load at all, though I have clicked it.

Are there any known issues with the latest windows update?  I've heard there was a big issue with Windows Live Messenger recently.

Answer : Vista Windows Update hangs on Preparing to install

I've seen this quite a few times and although it doesn't show the progress properly it does the updates.. Just give it some time and then just try to Shut Down the PC.. You will see on the Shut Down button the indicator that there are updates to be installed :)