Associate editor Scott Dunn reported on
Oct. 25
that Microsoft’s OneCare security suite turns on “auto-install” without notifying users, causing some machines to unexpectedly install patches and reboot at 3:00 a.m.

Microsoft’s OneCare team has officially confirmed the behavior, saying, “We are evaluating user feedback and will be revisiting how we communicate the installation details of Windows Live OneCare as we are continually working to improve that experience.”

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