On software update, iChat is coming non-stop

Hello guys,
I've a MCB that until recently worked greatly! (still does, to be honest) but from time to time Software Update comes with the same update: iChat. Ive downloaded it several times and as soon as I check for new updates again, here it comes: iChat!
Whats is happening??? Will I need to re-install the whole system?
Thanks!

> Ive downloaded it several times and as soon as I check for new updates again
Are you actually installing it though ?

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