What is Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2)?
Service Pack 2 is Microsoft’s latest — major — update to Windows XP. It’s not just a collection of security patches; it is also a significant upgrade to the operating system itself and contains elements which cannot be obtained as separate downloads via the Windows Update web site. The Buzz surrounding the Release of XP Service Pack 2: Do or Don’t? Service Pack 2 (SP2) began distribution by Microsoft in August 2004. Even before SP2 was released, there was quite a bit of buzz online the Internet — not only because SP2 promised major (and much needed) security enhancements to Windows XP, but also because SP2 introduced some hardware and software incompatibilities. It’s been nearly 3 months since Service Pack 2 has been released, and it’s relatively safe to say that the majority of “quirks” have been worked out of SP2 (although some minor issues still exist). Even so, many reputable authors agree that the benefits of having Service Pack 2 greatly outweigh the cons. http://www.winsupers
