SP2 Update downloaded, not installed - how to delete?

From: Bob (Bob_at_discussions.microsoft.com)
Date: 10/27/04

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    My XP Pro desktop is set to automatically download updates but to prompt me
    to install. So it's downloaded SP2 and reminds me every time I log on to
    install, but now I've got cold feet on SP2 and just want to get rid of the
    download. I'm afraid to even click on the icon for fear it will just start
    installing. I know there's an Automatic Updates icon in my Control Panel, and
    the same icon is in my system tray. Will they just launch an Update dialog
    box where I can choose what to do, or will clicking on the icon just start
    the install? Any guidance would be much appreciated.

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