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== Automatic updates == 

Automatic updates are downloaded and installed without the user needing to intervene.  Many times, users must deliberately select automatic updates. The main characteristics of automatic updates are: 

* The application polls (regularly checks) to see if there are updates
* If there is an update, the application downloads and installs the update.

Performance issues related to the inability to install updates may hinder end-users and reduce compatibility between systems in geographically diverse locations. Or put another way, if you have bad internet, automatic updates might not be the best choice.