Microsoft Windows® XP Professional Edition sets the standard in efficient, dependable computing. Whether you want to share a file, printer or internet connection with co-workers, or configure a wireless network for your office, Windows XP Professional provides the technology foundation to help you grow your business.
If you are considering a new PC for your business, ask to have Windows XP Professional with Service Pack 2 preinstalled by your preferred PC manufacturer. Service Pack 2 provides stronger security settings that help defend against viruses, hackers and worms, plus unique new security features designed to make it easier for you to protect your business PC.
Important Notice| • | End of Support For Windows XP Service Pack 1
Effective October 10, 2006, assisted support for Windows XP Service Pack 1 (SP1) will end. After this date, Microsoft will no longer provide any incident support or security updates. Microsoft continues to encourage all customers to upgrade to Windows XP SP2. To enhance the security of your computer and to continue receiving updates, we recommend upgrading to Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2). To learn more about upgrade to Windows XP SP2 and the FREE Technical Support provided to download and install the service pack, visit http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/SP2.
To review all the publicly disclosed End of Support dates as part of the Microsoft Support Lifecycle Policy, visit http://support.microsoft.com/lifecycle. |
Business Benefits| • | Improve Your Computer's Reliability
Building on the proven Microsoft Windows® 2000 operating system, Windows XP Professional delivers a reliability you can count on. |
| • | Work Faster and Increase Efficiency
Sharing information and resources is critical to running your business. Windows XP Professional delivers high performance while helping you and your employees get things done faster. |
| • | Keeping Your Data Safe
Windows XP Professional Edition includes enhanced features for security and privacy, advanced recovery options, improved network connections, and more. |
| • | Enhance Productivity with an Easy-to-use System
Faster access means you can quickly find and share the critical business information your employees need to get things done. |
Upgrade Your Operating System| • | Compare Windows XP to Other Versions
Find out more about the new features in Windows XP. Learn how it outperforms older versions in test after test. |
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