optional large update

Are you installing KB 2975719?
It seems to be a fix for the 4 updates that I thought was already fixed.
It is 171.6 MBs.

 

It is for 8.1 and was re-issued yesterday.
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2975719

I don't run 8.1 (no Windows 8 anywhere).

 

I don't install any optional updates when everything is working, so no, not here.

 

Thanks, I will hide it so it won't be installed as all is ok here too.

 

This should not be optional. It is similar to a service pack, hence the large size.
From the MS article I linked to

Since MS is not doing Service Packs any more, I suspect this would have been labeled a service pack.

 

This is what MS say about update types -

Updates are classified as Important, Recommended, Optional, and Featured. Here's what they mean:

Important updates offer significant benefits, such as improved security, privacy, and reliability. They should be installed as they become available, and can be installed automatically with Windows Update.

Recommended updates address non-critical problems or help enhance your computing experience. While these updates do not address fundamental issues with your computer or Windows software, they can offer meaningful improvements. These can be installed automatically.

Optional updates can include updates, drivers, or new software from Microsoft to enhance your computing experience. You can only install these manually.

 

Thank you for the definitions.
I have 2 answers so it s a bit confusing.
I guess I will keep it hidden until further clarification.

 

Why not image the system first and then install the update? Nothing to lose at all.

 

Thanks, B, I did not get a chance to report back.
I performed a system restore and also have both a current and an image I created after a fresh install.
Fortunately, I have not had to use any of these so far as I have tried both machines thoroughly.
Maybe all KBs should be installed?
Appreciate the help.
P