If you are running Windows 2000, Windows Me or Windows XP Home it may be time to consider an upgrade to Windows XP Professional. Microsoft Windows XP Professional gives small businesses the dependable computing experience they need to get the most from their business PCs and stay better connected with customers and business partners. It sets a new standard for dependability, with a reliable foundation you can count on to keep your business PCs up and running. The networking capabilities of Windows XP Professional will expand the capacity of your business PCs, increasing productivity by allowing more collaboration between colleagues and even saving valuable resources.

Consider an upgrade to Windows XP Professional if you want:

• A faster, more reliable computer
• Greater data security and protection from Internet viruses
• Remote access to your e-mail and/or your desktop computer from home or the road
• Better power management on your laptop
• Automated access to wireless networks, or 'hot spots' from your laptop

To see if an upgrade to Windows XP Professional is right for your business, answer the following questions.