I get the "error retrieving update" message. It seems to connect fine, and will get to 5%, then gives me the message. I tried deleting the past def files, and replacing them with new ones. I think I tried the "hosts" thing, but when opening the file, it said that it was a sample host file, whatever that means. At any rate, I've tried all three recommended methods and still get it. If you guys could please help, that'd be great.

Hi PhantasmicExpedition,

Since the first two recommended steps have not worked for you, then you should try a manual update.

Update the definition file by downloading the zipped definition from http://updates.ls-servers.com/public/defs.zip

Unzip this file and you will get a "defs.ref" file. This file should be copied to "c:\Program Files\Lavasoft\Ad-Aware SE\" (the folder name will changed depending on if you have pro / plus / free)
Now load Ad-Aware. If the definition file is still showing your old one, then click on the settings icon (the cog wheel), then click "General". At the bottom right, there is a box saying "Using Definition File". Click the "Open file" icon next to that box and then browse to the definition file in "c:\Program Files\Lavasoft\Ad-Aware SE\" (the folder name will changed depending on if you have pro / plus / free) Select it and press open. You should now have the latest version, SE1R128 18.10.2006

The next time a Definition File is released, you should be able to update in the usual way.

Let us know how you get on.

Regards,

Spike