MSFN happenings

We have all heard of how Windows XP in its new Service Pack 2 avatar is more secure, has some enhanced features, and so on. And almost everybody wants to install it. But not all of us have the kind of internet connection that will enable us to download this monster-sized package.

Well, Microsoft has understood this fact, and is now taking orders for free shipping globally of Service Pack 2 for Windows XP. It contains only the Service Pack, you have to have a licensed Windows XP CD to be able to make use of it. Delivery times vary from one week to two months, and the CD can be ordered from the link below:
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/downloads/updates/sp2/cdorder/en_us/default.mspx

Most of the components that will form part of the XP reloaded campaign are out. Today, we will see a short guide to make for yourself the Windows XP Reloaded CD.

You need:
1. Your Current licensed Windows XP CD (professional or home edition).

2. Service Pack 2 (download the appropriate version for your language)

3. Follow one of these guides to update your Windows XP install-source. (to install integrated with SP2 by default - saves on time, and gives you peace-of-mind)
The D-I-Y guide --OR-- Universal Windows Slipstreaming and Bootable CD Guide

4. Download the Windows Media Player 10

5. Download the .NET framework 1.1 and the update for it (SP1).

6. Additional tools download and info for XP SP2.

Put it all in one place, and burn a CD. Enjoy having something that isn't even on the store shelves as yet.

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