A hotfix is a patch that addresses a specific issue. This is in contrast to a service pack or rollup, which bundles several fixes into a single package.
in my humble opinion there are no difference for personal user except the huge file space, any way SP3 made some hotfix and some security update you can choose what you need from MS windows update center ( I choose Hotfix only )
Patch - Publicly released update to fix a known bug/issueHotfix - update to fix a very specific issue, not always publicly released
SYMPTOMSIn Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS) 6.0, when a request contains a header name that includes a question mark (?) character or another separator character, Http.sys rejects the request and sends the following error message to the requestor: Bad Request (Invalid Header Name). Additionally, when you use lowercase HTTP verbs like "get," Http.sys rejects the request and sends the following error message to the requestor: "Bad Request (Invalid Verb)". CAUSEThis problem occurs because HTTP specifications state that HTTP requests that contain separator characters in the header are not valid. The HTTP specifications also state that HTTP verbs are case-sensitive.RESOLUTIONHotfix InformationA supported hotfix is now available from Microsoft. However, this hotfix is intended to correct only the problem that is described in this article. Apply this hotfix only to systems that are experiencing this specific problem. This hotfix might receive additional testing. Therefore, if you are not severely affected by this problem, we recommend that you wait for the next service pack that contains this hotfix. To resolve this problem, submit a request to Microsoft Online Customer Services to obtain the hotfix. To submit an online request to obtain the hotfix, visit the following Microsoft Web site: http://go.Microsoft.com/?linkid=6294451 (http://go.Microsoft.com/?linkid=6294451)Note If additional issues occur or any troubleshooting is required, you might have to create a separate service request. The usual support costs will apply to additional support questions and issues that do not qualify for this specific hotfix. To create a separate service request, visit the following Microsoft Web site: http://support.Microsoft.com/contactus/?ws=support (http://support.Microsoft.com/contactus/?ws=support)noTe: For more information on this topic please see the link...http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/828726
A hotfix is a small, targeted update that is released to address a specific issue or bug in software. It is usually delivered quickly to resolve critical problems without requiring a full software update or downtime.
to make sure its secure and work fine ( choose hotfix update )
Hotfix files can be removed but not recommended in case something happens in a new update and have to revert to an older update. Many of the Hotfix files/programs can be found in the add/remove programs list. From there you should be able to delete them. The files also like to hang out on other places within windows so you need need to do a file search to find them all.
Look at: Automatic way: http://dougknox.com/xp/utils/xp_hotfix_backup.htm Manual Way: http://users.beagle.com.au/alvian/remove_winupd_backup.html Hope that helps!
find the fix here: http://www.sierrawireless.com/faq/ShowFAQ.aspx?ID=1217
Yes, it appears that Amazon does indeed sell Swarovski HotFix crystals. The price, however, will depend on what exactly you are looking for in your crystals.
If you are using flat back crystals, you can use a glue known as Adhesive, Jewel Bond™ glue. Sold per 4-fluid ounce bottle available from http://www.firemountaingems.com/shopping.asp?skw=KWCTADHESIVEGLUE. Alternatively, you do get a flat back "Hotfix" crystal which comes with glue already on the back which need to be melted in order to adhere to the fabric. These "Hotfix" crystals are fantastic and work really well, less mess that having to apply the glue.
The Windows XP SP2 update is an automatic update for Windows XP computers. It was designed to enhance support for WiFi networks , and replaces hotfix 893357.