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Editorial Review:
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 the operating system more reliable, it also offers features that make it much faster and easier to recover from system problems. Windows XP Professional, the new standard in reliability and performance, is designed for businesses of all sizes, and for individuals who demand the most from their computing experience. With the ultimate communication and collabouration ...
The new standard for efficient and dependable computing. Prepare yourself for the most reliable, secure and responsive Windows yet. Users can communicate, get help, and access their data in a whole new way. Add to that ease-of-use and next-generation Internet services using Microsoft.NET, and this standard isn't just new&it's unprecedented.
Better browsing and email Service Pack 2 features for Internet Explorer:
The pop-up blocker makes browsing the Internet more enjoyable by reducing unwanted ads and content.
Download monitoring warns you about potentially harmful downloads and lets you block files that could be malicious.
The information bar tells you what's happening as you browse the web, making it easier to address potential security issues.
The Add-on Manager enhances security and reduces the potential for crashes by allowing easy management of Internet Explorer add-ons (programs which have been added to our web browser).
Service Pack 2 features for Outlook Express
Our privacy enhancements reduce unwanted e-mail by limiting the possibility of your e-mail address being validated by spammers.
The 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 The Windows firewall
The firewall is automatically turned on to protect Windows XP from viruses, worms and other security threats that can spread over the Internet.
Compatibility features let the firewall co-exist with your favourite Internet applications and home network.
Start-up and shutdown support ensures enhanced protection from the moment you switch on your PC to the moment you turn it off.
The latest enhancements
Automatic updates keep you on top of the latest features for Windows XP.
New technology helps you download updates more efficiently if you're a dial-up customers.
Improved wireless support dramatically improves and simplifies the process of discovering and connecting to wireless networks.
Bluetooth technologies let you connect to the latest Bluetooth-enabled hardware devices such as keyboards, cell phones and PDAs.
Windows Media Player 9 makes music, video and broadband content enjoyable and secure.
DirectX enhancements help you enjoy advanced graphics and gaming.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 3.5 / 5.0
Actually pretty good I have 6 PCs one each running on 98 and 2000 and four on XP. In comparison, 98(rev B) is excellent and generally very stable but lacks some critical facilities e.g. the ability to view picture thumbnails. That said, the machine that it's on is in regular use as a word processor and does a grand job. 2000 is brilliant. Never falls over, has the ability to show thumbnails (albeit only one file at a time) and is not too hungry for resources. Let's pass over ME, that was pathetic and had more bugs than the... more info
Better (and cheaper) operating systems out there I don't like Windows and choose not to use it, but it has its place. In particular, it's extremely easy to use and install, requiring little or no knowledge of computers. You follow the instructions and an hour later you have a usable operating system. Installing software is also a doddle, and you'll have no problem finding software or hardware that works. However, it also has its problems. The core of the operating system is now nearly six years old, and it shows. It's expensive, and it has a poor... more info
The world's most unrealiable operating system! Having read the reviews listed here and as a regular long term 'power' user of Windows XP I felt the need to set the record straight about this operating system, particularly for all those thinking of purchasing it or who have used previous versions of Windows before, including XP without service pack 2. In the last several months I have had to waste countless hours restoring i.e. formatting and re-installing, maintaining and repairing this operating system, on not one but three machines. Numerous... more info
If you see anyone who says it doesn't work -- ignore them!! If you see anyone who says it doesn't work -- ignore them!! Because the operating system that I'm using at this precise minute is Windows XP with SP2 and by God, it surely does work. I have had no problems with it what so ever. I think it looks nice, very secure (even though Microsoft is bringing out "Windows Vista" (formerly known as "Longhorn") which is meant to be the securiest operating system in the Windows Family. I don't think that I'll ever look back to the previous systems and say "I wish that I... more info
