Re: Do you recommend Win XP SP2 installed in a PC?

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From: Rock (rock_at_comcast.nospam.net)
Date: 09/29/04


Date: Wed, 29 Sep 2004 00:52:21 -0700

Venkatesh V wrote:

> Do you recommend Win XP SP2 installed in a PC?
>
> I heaard there are several problem in it(after installing
> SP2)
>
> like... some apps including MSOffice doesnt work, modem
> doesnt properly connect to the net, it doesnt detect
> hardware prorperlly(DVD-drives), etc..
>
> is it true?

The upgrade goes just fine for the vast majority of systems with the
right preparation, which is the key:

Installing Service Packs
http://www3.telus.net/dandemar/xpsp2.htm
http://www3.telus.net/dandemar/spackins.htm

Pre-Install, Install, Cleaning Up Afterwards
http://forum.aumha.org/viewforum.php?f=45

What to Know Before You Download and Install Windows XP Service Pack 2
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/sp2/sp2_whattoknow.mspx

Get the Latest Updates and Information from Your PC Manufacturer Before
Installing Windows XP Service Pack 2
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/sp2/oemlinks.mspx

The hard disk space requirements for Windows XP Service Pack 2
http://support.microsoft.com/?id=837783



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