Step by step: How to install Broadcom critical driver update

Summary: A kernel-level driver exploit for Broadcom-based Wireless LAN devices for Windows 2000 and XP has been released. A Linksys-branded driver can provide immediate protection until the correctly branded drivers are released. Follow this step-by-step procedure.

By David Grober | November 12, 2006 -- 16:54 GMT (08:54 PST)

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You'll need to find the appropriate network adapter and right click on it. I chose the Dell Wireless 1450. Right click on it and hit "Update Driver".

See also: Critical Broadcom Windows driver exploit released

Topics: Windows, Networking, Operating Systems, Software, Wi-Fi

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