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Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 1

Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 1

On this page you'll find information for Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 1 (SP1). Windows Server 2003 SP1 provides enhanced security, increased reliability, and simplified administration to help enterprise customers across all industries.

You can find in-depth technical information about Windows Server 2003 SP1 at the Windows Server 2003 TechCenter on TechNet.

You can get Windows Server 2003 SP1 by

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 Downloading it from the Windows Update page (for installation on a single server)

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 Downloading it from the Download Center (for installation on multiple servers)

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 Contacting the customer service representative in your country or region (for international orders)

Note: If you use Microsoft Windows Small Business Server, please follow instructions for installing Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2003 Service Pack 1 (SP1).

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•What You Need to Know About Windows Server 2003 SP1

See why Paul Thurrott says, "... I recommend that you evaluate Windows 2003 SP1 as soon as possible, with an eye toward rolling it out to your Windows 2003 machines as quickly as feasible."

•Windows Server 2003 SP1 Datasheet

Learn about the prerequisites needed for SP1, enhancements to existing features, new key features, and improved security.

•Windows Server 2003 SP1 Product Overview

See how SP1 provides enhanced security, increased reliability, and a simplified administration to help enterprise customers across all industries.

•Top 10 Reasons to Install Windows Server 2003 SP1

View the most compelling top 10 reasons to try SP1 in your test environment.

•Frequently Asked Questions About Windows Server 2003 SP1

Get answers to the most frequently asked questions about the features and enhancements SP1 adds to Windows Server 2003.

Webcasts

•Introducing Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 1 — Overview, Benefits, Availability (Level 100)
•Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 1 — Technical Overview (Level 200)
•Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 1 — Security Configuration and Role-based Server Deployment (Level 300)
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•KB: Windows Server 2003 SP1 Application Compatibility
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•Windows Server 2003 SP1 Case Studies
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