Microsoft Windows Xp Professional With Sp2

Microsoft Windows XP Professional With Sp2

Bringing stability and power to the world of operating systems, the Microsoft Windows XP Professional With SP2 builds on the strong design of its predecessors and allows users to accomplish more with their PCs.

Efficient Layout Design

Enjoy a more productive interaction with your desktop and user interface with the task-based visual design of Microsoft Windows XP Professional With SP2. Its easy navigation allows users to quickly complete common functions through visuals ques.

Run More Programs

A vast improvement of the capabilities of older the operating systems from Microsoft, Microsoft Windows XP Professional With SP2 will run more than a hundred programs that were not supported by Windows 2000. For programs not supported in XP, the compatibility mode can be used. Windows Messenger is included in the list of programs, providing an easier way for users to communicate through text, voice chat and video with each other.

Encrypting File System

Keep your data and personal files away from the eyes of data thieves with file encryption. Random keys will be generated to lock files with the correct keys being the only way to gain access. Random generation of the keys ensures they are harder to crack.

Freedom of Language

Create and read documents in several languages. Language settings in Microsoft Windows XP Professional With SP2 are extremely flexible.

Powerful Migration Tools

Migrate user data, application settings and operating settings from old computers to new computers.

Remote Desktop and Remote Assistance

Give other users the opportunity to host virtual sessions on their desktop computers from PCs including Windows 95 and later models. They will have remote access to the data and applications loaded on your computer. IT professionals will now be able to remotely control PCs running Microsoft Windows XP Professional With SP2 to troubleshoot problems and lead tutorials.

Features

What's New: There are hundreds of compelling reasons to get Windows XP Professional-these are just the top 10.
• Wireless Networking Support: Zero configuration allows users to easily and automatically connect to a wireless network either at work, at home or in public "hotspots." Also, Windows XP is the first operating system to use 802.1x security technology as an added measure to help protect your information.
• Advanced Performance / Multitasking: Means that users can run their most demanding applications while still experiencing impressive system response times. And multiple applications can run simulataneously, with efficiency and stability. Plus, with Windows XP your laptop can enter Standby or Hibernation faster, and it can start working again faster after resuming from Standby or Hibernation.
• Windows Messenger: The easy way to instantly communicate and collaborate with colleagues and support professionals. You can constantly stay updated with your contacts'online status and choose to communicate with them through text, voice, or video with better quality than ever before.
• Remote Desktop: Allows you to remotely access your desktop computer from another computer running Windows 95 or later, giving you access to all of your data and applications even when you're not in your office.
• Remote Assistance: Allows you to have a friend or IT professional remotely control your computer to demonstrate a process or help solve a problem.
• Task-based Visual Design: Allows you to get to your most commonly used tasks quickly, thanks to a cleaner design and new visual cues.
• Business Level Reliability: Provides a foundation users can count on to keep systems up and running when they're needed most. Built on the proven Windows 2000 operating system, Windows XP is not only more reliable, but it also offers features that make it much faster and easier to recover from system problems. Improved Features:
• System Restore: Enables users and administrators to restore a computer to a previous state. System Restore automatically creates easily identifiable restore points, which allow you to restore the system to a previous time.
• Encrypting File System: Helps provide a high level of protection from hackers and data theft by transparently encrypting files with a randomly generated key.
• Advanced laptop support: With advanaced laptop support you get as much work done on the road as you would in the office, in addition to remote access to all the data and applications on your office computer. Windows XP Professional enhances the breakthrough technology that was introduced to extend battery life in Windows 2000. Benefits:
• All the features of Windows XP Home Edition, including a new visual design and reliable foundation; complete digital media support; tools for instant messaging, voice and video conferencing, and application sharing; and the ability to recover from problems and get help and support when you need it.
• Premier mobile support for the ability to work offline or access your computer remotely.
• Greater security, including the ability to encrypt your files and folders.
• Built-in support for high-performance systems.
• Integration with Microsoft Windows Servers and management solutions.

System Requirements

To use Microsoft® Windows XP you need: Computer/Processor:
• PC with 300 MHz or higher processor clock speed recommended; 233 MHz minimum required (single or dual processor system);* Intel Pentium/Celeron family, or AMD K6/Athlon/Duron family, or compatible processor recommended Memory:
• 128 MB of RAM or higher recommended (64 MB minimum supported; may limit performance and some features) Hard Disk:
• Minimum: 1.5 GB of available hard disk space
• Actual requirements will vary based on your system configuration and the applications and features you choose to install. Additional available hard-disk space may be required if you are installing over a network. For more information, please see www.microsoft.com/windowsxp. Drive:
• CD-ROM or DVD drive Display:
• Super VGA (800 x 600) or higher resolution video adapter and monitor
• For DVD video playback: DVD drive and DVD decoder card or DVD decoder software & 8 MB of video RAM
• For Windows Movie Maker: Video capture feature requires appropriate digital or analog video capture device & 400 MHz or higher processor for digital video camera capture Peripherals:
• Keyboard and Microsoft Mouse or compatible pointing device
• Note To ensure that your applications and hardware are Windows XP-ready, please check www.microsoft.com/windows/catalog/. Miscellaneous:
• For Internet access: Some Internet functionality may require Internet access, a Microsoft .NET Passport account, and payment of a separate fee to a service provider; local and/or long-distance telephone toll charges may apply; 14.4 Kbps or higher-speed modem
• For networking: Network adapter appropriate for the type of local-area, wide-area, wireless, or home network you wish to connect to, and access to an appropriate network infrastructure; access to third-party networks may require additional charges
• For instant messaging, voice and video conferencing, and application sharing, both parties need: Microsoft .NET Passport account and Internet access or Exchange 2000 Server instant messaging account and network access (some configurations may require download of additional components)
• For voice and video conferencing, both parties also need: 33.6 Kbps or higher-speed modem, or a network connection; Microphone and sound card with speakers or headset Addtional system Requirements (Miscellaneous section):
• For video conferencing, both parties also need: Video conferencing camera; Windows XP
• For application sharing, both parties also need: 33.6 Kbps or higher-speed modem, or a network connection; Windows XP
• For remote assistance: Both parties must be running Windows XP and be connected by a network
• For remote desktop: Windows 95 or later-based computer, and the two machines must be connected by a network