Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2) with Advanced Security Technologies
provides users with an enhanced security infrastructure to help defend against
viruses, worms, and hackers. In addition, it helps provide increased
manageability and control along with an improved, more consistent user
experience.
By building on the proven Windows® 2000 operating system, Windows® XP
Professional delivers a reliable foundation you can count on to keep your
computer up and running when you need it most. Not only is Windows® XP more
reliable, it also helps you more easily recover from system problems.Windows® XP
Professional delivers the new standard in reliability and performance. This
operating system is designed for businesses of all sizes and for users who
demand the most from their computing experience.
The latest Service Pack for Windows XP—Service Pack 2 (SP2)—is all about
security, and it’s one of the most important service packs ever released. It
provides better protection against viruses, hackers, and worms, and includes
Windows Firewall, Pop-up Blocker for Internet Explorer, and the new Windows
Security Center.