Berkeley CSUA MOTD:Entry 43939
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2006/8/7-11 [Computer/SW/OS/Windows] UID:43939 Activity:nil
8/7     Where on the web can I find Windows Service Pack 2 for XP Pro.  I
        went to the microsoft update site or whatever, but didn't find it.
        \_ Your fu is weak.  Searching Google for "Windows XP SP2
           download" yields: http://www.csua.org/u/gn1 (microsoft.com)
           Or go to http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/sp2/default.mspx
           and click on "Download and deploy SP2 to multiple computers".
           \_ I found the one for multiple computers, but was looking for
              just one computer.  Thanks though.
              \_ then you should have gone to windowsupdates
              \_ Uh, whether for one computer or multiple computers,
                 it's the same service pack.  It's just a
                 redistributable version.  Or just run Windows Update
                 and if you need it, it'll tell you.
              \_ are you saying you have a pirated version of Windows and
                 looking for an update without WGA?
                 \_ There's nothing more pro-American than pirated
                    versions of WIndows!!  -proud American
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Advanced Search Windows XP Service Pack 2 Network Installation Package for IT Professionalsand Developers Brief Description This installation package is intended for IT professionals and developers downloading and installing on multiple computers on a network. Change Overview Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2) provides new proactive security technologies for Windows XP to better defend against viruses, worms, and hackers. In addition to a more robust security infrastructure, SP2 improves the security configuration options of Windows XP and provides better security information to help users faced with security decisions.
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Windows Family Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2) is a free update for Windows XP. It offers enhancements and better protection against viruses, hackers, and worms. With features like Windows Firewall, Pop-up Blocker for Internet Explorer, and Windows Security Center, you can be confident that your computer has the right tools to stay more secure and up to date.
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