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Windows XP upgrade
Name: Rayski Date: January 26, 2007 at 11:56:19 Pacific OS: win xp sp1 CPU/Ram: amd2800 Product: Hp a320n
Comment:
I am still running win XP, service pack 1. I have never had any problems with this service pack. I did a test at PC PITSTOP and it reccomends that I upgrade to Service pack 2. Is it neccersary since I have not had any problems with this version? Thanks Ray
Name: mattie Date: January 26, 2007 at 12:11:35 Pacific
Reply:
if you're happy with it, then don't bother.
however, sp2 includes some major bug fixes and security enhancements and it is recommended to upgrade. furthermore all security patches since 2004 require sp2.
if you prefer an 'offline' installation, sp2 and all crucial patches can be downloaded here:
p.s. backup your important data prior to sp2 installation.
Today's subliminal thought is: 'Calm down ... it's only ones and zeros.'
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Response Number 3
Name: Michael J (by mjdamato) Date: January 26, 2007 at 14:00:57 Pacific
Reply:
Many software providers no longer support their products on XP w/o SP2. That doesn't mean that their products won't work, just that they don't test their software on other versions or provide support if you run into problems.
Michael J
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Response Number 4
Name: per Date: January 26, 2007 at 14:41:28 Pacific
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Name: Rayski
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