windows update won't reboot your computer.
you can install several patches and do a single reboot
if you install a service pack you should reboot before installing other
patches
the following is from windows update help topics
"
Scheduling automatic updates
You can set up Windows to automatically download updates and install them on
a schedule you specify. This enables you to keep your computer up-to-date
without any interruptions. You don't even have to be at your computer.
To schedule automatic updates
1.. Click Start, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.
2.. Double-click Automatic Updates.
3.. Click Automatically download the updates and install them on the
schedule that I specify.
4.. Set the days and time when you want Windows to install updates.
After you set this option, Windows finds updates on the Windows Update Web
site that apply to your computer and downloads them automatically in the
background (you are not notified or interrupted during this process). When
downloading is complete, a message appears in the status area so you can
review the updates that are scheduled for installation. If you choose not to
install at that time, Windows starts the installation on your set schedule.
Notes
a.. To modify Automatic Updates settings, you must be logged on as an
administrator or a member of the Administrators group. If your computer is
connected to a network, network policy settings might also prevent you from
completing this procedure.
b.. If you choose to install updates when notified, you must be logged on
as an administrator or a member of the Administrators group. However,
installation will take place during the scheduled install time regardless of
who is logged on to the computer at that time.
c.. Some updates might require that your computer be restarted to complete
the installation. If you are logged on to your computer, Windows notifies
you and gives you the option to delay the restart. Be sure to save any work
prior to the scheduled installation time. "
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