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Windows XP Professional—complete with Service Pack 2—delivers everything you demand from your computing experience. Whether you’re on your own or running a business of any size, optimize your productivity with the digital world’s latest innovations.

Features

Many additional features

The Professional Edition provides greater security and privacy, advanced recovery options, improved network connections, and much more.

Superior mobile support

Easily work offline or access your computer remotely with wireless networking support, configuration wizards, improved power management, and more.

Greater security

Encrypt your files and folders with greater levels of protection from hackers and data theft, and connect more securely to Virtual Private Networks.

Integrated and current

Integrate with Windows Servers and management solutions and keep your system current with automatic Windows Update.

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System Requirements

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Processor233-MHz or faster processor (300-MHz Intel Pentium/Celeron family, AMD K6/Athlon/Duron family, or compatible processor recommended)
 
Memory128 MB of RAM or more recommended (64 MB minimum supported; may limit performance of some features)
 
Hard Disk1.5 GB of available hard-disk space required (hard-disk usage will vary based on configuration; custom installation may require more or less disk space); additional hard-disk space may be required if you are installing over a network
 
DriveCD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive
 
DisplaySuper VGA monitor and video adapter supporting 800 x 600 or greater resolution
 
Video CardFor DVD video playback: DVD-ROM drive and DVD decoder card or DVD decoder software and 8 MB of video RAM; for Windows Movie Maker: video capture feature requires appropriate digital or analog video capture device and 400-MHz or faster processor
 
Sound CardMicrophone and sound card with speakers or headset required for voice and video conferencing
 
PeripheralFor instant messaging, voice and video conferencing, and application sharing, both parties require a .NET Passport account and Internet access, or Exchange 2000 Server instant-messaging account and network access
 
Input DeviceKeyboard and Microsoft Mouse or compatible pointing device
 
Internet Connection14.4-Kbps or faster modem; some Internet functionality may require Internet access, a .NET Passport account, and payment of a separate fee to a service provider
 
NetworkingNetwork adapter appropriate for the type of network you are connecting to, and access to an appropriate network infrastructure
 
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