You do know that Extended Support for SP2 will end in 2010, right ?
That means no further security updates will be available for the system
unless SP3 is installed by then.
With SP3 installed, Extended Support will end in 2014.
Your choice, Mike.
Windows XP Service Pack 3 (SP3)
Use this forum for all issues related to Windows XP SP3
http://forums.microsoft.com/TechNet/...2010&SiteID=17
or
http://support.microsoft.com/oas/def...3&gprid=522131
" Free unlimited installation and compatibility support is available for
Windows XP, but only for Service Pack 3 (SP3). This support for SP3 is
valid until April 14, 2009. For more information about this policy,
visit the Windows XP Support Lifecycle page located at
http://support.microsoft.com/lifecycle/?p1=3223. Availability of chat or
e-mail support differs depending on your geographic location. For
customers residing in North America or Canada, chat and e-mail support
is available.
Some issues may require more advanced support for which there is a charge. "
MowGreen [MVP 2003-2008]
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Mike wrote:
> Hi Dan,
> I removed service pack 3 and now everything runs ok - takes a while, but
> worth it - hope this is of use.
> Cheers, Mike.
>