What to know before downloading and installing SP2



Microsoft recently released their Service Pack 2 (SP2) update. Below is what you should know before downloading and installing SP2


Is it free?
Microsoft has announced that to download this update you must be a registered user of Windows XP. All earlier versions will not be eligible to receive this update.

So in order to take advantage of Service Pack 2, you must upgrade your OS to XP. We've done a little digging and this upgrade will cost you about $199.

Is this a trend with Microsoft?


A Better Solution
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Secure IE Browser Security employs several critical security updates not found anywhere else. For a fraction of the cost of a Service Pack 2 update, here's a brief synopsis of what you'll get:

Secure IE Browser Shield This exclusive Browser Shield proactively filters out prohibited ActiveX Controls and other security risks.
Stops Spyware and Hackers Stops them by restricting ActiveX to the "safelist" of authorized software.
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Blocks Popups Blocks popups including Windows Messenger ads
Auto updates every 7 days Secure IE Browser Security automatically downloads and installs critical security updates every seven days so you always stay one step ahead of hackers, spyware and the latest security threats.


Recommendation:
The Internet Security Advisor recommends installing Secure IE Browser Security. It's advanced security controls offer you the best protection against identity theft, hacker attacks and security threats.


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