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Small Business Webcast: Windows XP Service Pack 2 - What to Do Prior to Installation - Level 100

Overview Small businesses without full time IT resources are faced with deciding when and how to install Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 in their organizations, and they sometimes wonder if their hardware and software will work properly after upgrading. This webcast will cover the benefits and security enhancements of SP2, what every business should do prior to upgrading their systems, and reference resources and best practices.

Further White Paper Details
Publisher	Microsoft
Live Date	11th August 2005 06:00 BST
Format	Webcast
Topics	Network Security

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