Software Updates won't install when the macbook restarts

When I run the Software Update, it tells me the macbook must restart to install the updates, but it gets to the 'configuring installation' bit and then freezes. Any help greatly appreciated. Thanks

Hi Elizabeth,
When your mac was downloading the updates (via software update) the package was corrupted. You need to download the specific package manually from:
www.apple.com/support/downloads/
If you post the specific update I will be able to point you to a download link (if you can't find it yourself).
If that fails then it's most likely a faulty Hard Drive, and you will need to take it into a repair centre for further testing.

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