I can't get a few of the critical updates to install on a XP Pro SP1 Dell Inspiron 1100 laptop.

At first, using the windows update site, the files would download but freeze on the install.

I then tried to install them all manually.

They all worked except for two..

kb824105 and kb819696

After launching the .exe, I accept the terms and I get the following error:

WEUpdate cannot retrieve information needed for setup from database.
Setup cannote continue.
I have searched m$'s technet, microsoft.com and google... can't find a solution.

Anyone ever seen this or know how to possibly resolve this issue?

Thanks in advance!