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Protect yourself against Windows XP SP2.(Insight, Analysis & Advice)
(PC World Magazine Article, InformationWeek Article, CNET News Article, InfoWorld Article)
Microsoft's recently released Service Pack 2 (SP2) upgrade to Windows XP represents the operating system's most significant upgrade since its introduction in 2001. While it tightens up security in a number of critical areas, it may also stop some of your mission critical business applications dead in their tracks. Start preparing now to ensure this upgrade doesn't sideline your work.
Some Background
Windows XP SP2 addresses a number of longstanding security vulnerabilities. In doing so, however, it introduces a whole new set of problems that must be considered and dealt with before your organization implements the upgrade across the board. Even Microsoft is warning of a potential conflict with its own CRM product.
Because of the significance of these changes, consider engaging in some advance planning to ensure a smooth migration.
What's Changed?
Microsoft has jammed a wide range of visible and not-so-visible updates into the 266 MB update package. Here's a quick rundown:
- Microsoft Releases Windows XP Service Pack 2 With Advanced Security...
- Press release article from: PR Newswire August 6, 2004 700+ words
...Business customers using Windows XP should deploy the service pack on their most important...business or an individual, Windows XP Service Pack 2 is critical because...Windows XP Customers Windows XP Service Pack 2 with Advanced ...
- Trend Micro Supports Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 With Advanced Security...
- Press release article from: PR Newswire August 6, 2004 700+ words
...Products Integrate With Latest Service Pack for Windows XP Offering Increased Customer...support for the Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 through enhancements...is providing support for Windows XP Service Pack 2," said Neil Charney...
- Microsoft Announces Release of Windows XP Tablet PC Edition 2005 as Part of...
- Press release article from: PR Newswire August 25, 2004 700+ words
...Edition 2005 operating system, the successor to Windows XP Tablet PC Edition introduced in November 2002. Included as part of Microsoft(R) Windows XP Service Pack 2 (Windows XP SP2) with Advanced Security Technologies, this...
- AssetMetrix identifies suspected pirated product keys for Microsoft(R) Windows...
- Press release article from: PR Newswire September 5, 2002 700+ words
...to roll out Windows XP Service Pack 1 (SP1) the...functions within Windows XP SP1 that prevents...installation of the Service Pack if pirated volume...rolling out the Service Pack throughout the...AssetMetrix's new Windows XP Pirated Key...
- McAfee Announces Its Range of Security Solutions Are Compatible with Microsoft...
- Press release article from: PR Newswire August 6, 2004 700+ words
...products offer support for Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2) with Advanced...configured to work with Windows XP SP2 to provide customers...also support the new Service Pack 2. "Microsoft is...Security Center in Windows XP SP 2," said Microsoft...
- Windows XP: Service Pack 1. (Windows XP Home).
- Magazine article from: Australian PC World McNamee, Kieran December 1, 2002 700+ words
It has been over a year since Windows XP launched, and Microsoft has recently released its Service Pack 1 (SP1) for the operating system...level of stability and security. Windows XP SP1 is not as crucial as previous...
- A step in the right direction: Windows XP Service Pack 2 security...
- Magazine article from: Hawaii Business Cameron, Dan October 1, 2004 700+ words
...the final version of Windows XP Service Pack 2 has been released. In my testing, Service Pack 2 installed without...at better securing Windows XP are evident from the first reboot after Service Pack 2's installation...
- Alienware Releases Service Pack 2 on All New Windows XP Systems; Alienware...
- Press release article from: PR Newswire August 10, 2004 700+ words
...announced the availability of Windows XP Service Pack 2 on Alienware systems...improved experience with Windows XP. Service Pack 2 will be immediately...Worldwide Product Group. "Service Pack 2 for Windows XP Pro and XP Home is an...
Source: HighBeam Research, Protect yourself against Windows XP SP2.(Insight, Analysis &...