Remove Windows Security Alert

[lifewire]

hi i am using Windows XP with Service Pack 2. previously I want to know can i manage security update to not automatically download Windows updates and also How can I remove the pop up and notice icon from lower right tool bar. please tell me.
Thank you.

[Kirtikumar]

i am using vista but for xp i think There is a line on the security window that allow to change the way security alerts for you by Unchecked everything.

[jesse]

here is solution for you
go to security help there scroll down at bottom you can see option for windows update there you can disable automatic updates by clicking on switch off automatic update.

[Dr. V]

to remove from tool bar pop up try this
go to start
click on run
write msconfig
window appear with some tabs
go to services tab
scroll down there uncheck
automatic update and security center
restart pc
done