Microsoft Windows desktop operating system for government

Updated: February 13, 2007

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Microsoft Windows XP Professional integrates the greatest strengths and most useful features of previous versions of Windows to create the best desktop operating system for organizations. Whether your organization deploys Windows XP Professional on a single computer or throughout a worldwide network, this operating system increases your computing power while lowering cost of ownership for desktop computers.

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Featured solutions

•	Earned Value Management solution A growing number of agencies have turned to the earned value management (EVM) solution for assessing and quantifying the achievements of complex projects that involve multiple contractors.
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Success stories

•	County government increases network security After a computer virus crippled their network, Fulton County, Ga., partnered with Microsoft to implement Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2), a set of new technologies that helps improve security in the Windows XP Professional operating system.
•	New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) streamlines incident reporting The New York State Office of Mental Health uses Tablet PCs running Microsoft Windows XP Tablet PC Edition to help clinical staff efficiently and accurately collect incident findings.
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Additional information and resources

•	Language Interface Packs for Windows XP and Office 2003 Download Language Interface Packs for Microsoft Windows XP and Office 2003 to display many commonly used features in your native language.
•	Support options for Windows XP users Get fast access to the variety of support options available for Windows XP.
•	How to use Windows XP Visit your one-stop shop for learning how to use the features and technologies that come with Windows XP.
•	Get the scoop on Windows Vista Stay up to date on the latest news and information about Windows Vista (formerly Windows code-named "Longhorn").

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Next steps

•	Learn how to buy Windows XP Professional
•	Install Windows XP SP2
•	Get the latest security updates
•	Contact us to learn more about solutions for government from Microsoft and our partners.

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