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Old February 13th, 2006, 05:03 PM   Digg it!   #1 (permalink)
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Quick XP SP Question

Hey guys...


I've got a WinXP Pro system here with no service packs installed...can I go straight to SP2 or do I need to install SP1 first? This is the first computer I've worked on that didn't have any SP at all. They're about to have cable internet and I don't want to leave them wide open.


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Old February 13th, 2006, 05:08 PM     #2 (permalink)
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No SP 2 is cumulative. SP 1 does not need to be install first.
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Old February 13th, 2006, 05:11 PM     #3 (permalink)
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No SP 2 is cumulative. SP 1 does not need to be install first.


Indeed. SP 2 is cumulative, hence the giant download Altho I wouldn't rely solely on the Windows Firewall if you're worried. It does a decent job but a more dedicated app might do a better job.
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Old February 13th, 2006, 05:24 PM     #4 (permalink)
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I have Windows Firewall and am behind a router, I think as long as you are behind a properly configured router you don't have that much to fear. Naturally, since Windows Firewall doesn't restrict outbounf traffic it's not the best firewall on the market.
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I know all about the firewalls and such.


Thanks for the quick answer...
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