Windows xp sp2 thread

[Harut82]

Whos installed it and how do you like it?

I just installed it today and so far so good. I like the pop up blocker built into internet explorer.

[Harut82]

Here is the link if anyone wants to update your computer

http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=049C9DBE-3B8E-4F30-8245-9E368D3CDB5A&displaylang=en

[Harut82]

FULL UPDATE LIST FROM MS




Safer Browsing and Communication
Feature How it helps you
Internet Explorer Pop-up Blocker
Makes browsing the Internet more enjoyable by enabling you to reduce unwanted ads and content.

Internet Explorer download monitoring
Warns you about potentially harmful downloads and gives you the option to block files that could be malicious.

Internet Explorer Information Bar
Provides better information about events that are happening as your browse the Web, so it’s easier to know what’s going on and address potential security issues.

Internet Explorer Add-on Manager
Enhances security and reduces the potential for crashes by allowing you to easily manage Internet Explorer add-ons (programs which have been added to the Web browser).

Outlook Express privacy update
Helps reduce unwanted e-mail by limiting the possibility of your e-mail address being validated by potential spammers.

Attachment Manager
Monitors and disables potentially unsafe attachments, which could contain viruses that might spread through Internet Explorer, Outlook Express, and Windows Messenger.

Powerful Security Tools
Feature How it helps you
Windows Security Center
Allows you to easily view your security status and manage key security settings in one convenient place.

Windows Firewall update
Automatically turned on by default, this improved firewall helps protect Windows XP from viruses, worms, and other security threats that can spread over the Internet.

Windows Firewall simple compatibility setup
Lets you set up Windows Firewall to co-exist with your favorite Internet applications and home network.

Windows Firewall startup and shutdown support
Extends Windows Firewall protection to Windows startup and shutdown time, ensuring enhanced protection from the moment you turn your PC on to the moment you turn it off.

Automatic Updates enhancements
Helps you automatically stay up-to-date with the latest updates for Windows XP. Also includes new technology to help dial-up customers download updates more efficiently.

Improved Experiences
Feature How it helps you
Improved wireless support
Dramatically improves and simplifies the process of discovering and connecting to wireless networks.

Bluetooth technologies
Enables you to easily connect to the latest Bluetooth-enabled hardware devices such as keyboards, cell phones, and PDAs.

Windows Media Player 9 Series
Makes it easy to enjoy music, video, and broadband content with enhanced security.

DirectX update
Helps you enjoy advanced graphics and gaming with the latest DirectX technology from Microsoft.

[patlajan]

Thanks for the commercial

[Darorinag]

One word: Micro$hit.

[Sip]

Yah Dan, I'm sure you are posting from Linux or a Mac

[Darorinag]

No, but that doesn't mean it's not Micro$hit, does it? Yes, I am using Micro$hit, but I didn't pay for it (well, technically I did, it came with my laptop, but meh).

Mac = $hittie$t

[jilbagh]

i dl'd it....im kind erry on it....other than the security center, i cant really tella difference

[Harut82]

me niether. thats because its a security update.