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Windows 98 - The most important updates, fixes and patches directly from Microsoft

November 19, 2013
Updated: April 14, 2022
Quick overview:

Windows 98 still has many bugs and problems as well as bottlenecks that affect system performance and stability. Microsoft only becomes aware of this after a while and gradually brings out programs (so-called updates) that eliminate the problem. Windows Tweaks now presents the most important updates for your Windows and its components.

The new Internet Explorer 6.0

It already had its premiere in Windows XP and is also available for Windows 98. It has been further developed and offers the user increased security, comfort and a faster speed when surfing the Internet. I highly recommend replacing the existing IE 4.0 with the current 6 version


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The current security update forr Internet Explorer 6.0

Even the new IE 6.0 still has a few gaps that resourceful hackers can break through. With the help of this update, these are completely plugged and thus made inaccessible. So that you can protect your data and your system, you should definitely install this patch.


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Enable dial-in via the dial-up network at T-Online

Microsoft shows special service friendliness and offers all T-Online customers detailed instructions so that they too can dial in via the dial-up network - pictures and text help you so that you don't have to use the T-Online software.


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Make passwords for packed files secure

Windows 98 Plus! offers the function of compressing files and folders. However, it is also possible to set up a password, which increases security. Unfortunately, Windows 98 stores this password in a file that can be spied on by malicious users. The following update fixes this problem.


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Domain passwords can be spied out

Windows 98 computers working in a network can be spied on. This patch prevents this vulnerability.


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With Windows 98 SE - USB does not always work with AMD processors

If your computer has an AMD computer with at least 350 Mhz and you have a VIA USB controller, there is a risk that USB devices will no longer work. The following tiny little program will help here...

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NOTE: This article was produced by Sandro Villinger and comes from the Windows tweaks archive, which has been built up since the late 1990s.

Founded Windows Tweaks as a teenager in 2001, his helpful PC tricks made it Germany's most visited Windows site (at the time Sandro looked like this). He then went on to write for international publications such as PC-Praxis, Computerbild, PCWorld in the USA, IMTEST.de and Hifi.de. Sandro's main job is as Global Product Marketing Lead and Consultant for various global tech companies, including Microsoft, AVG, Avast, Nero, TeamViewer, Swiss IT Security Group and now currently in the fintech sector for Gendigital. But he can't get rid of his passion and shares his tweaks here again. Privately, he enjoys traveling the world and loves Asia, especially Japan, Singapore and Korea, but also natural places like Iceland and the Nordics. You can reach Sandro via e-mail.

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