SP-2 update

[dm46256]

Do I need to install this update if I'm using a Dell PC
that came with McAfee virus scan and firewall from the
factory?

 

[Carey Frisch [MVP]]

Yes, SP2 is a major "critical update" to Windows XP.

You may wish to view the following:

Top 10 Reasons to Install Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2)
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/sp2/topten.mspx

List of fixes included in Windows XP Service Pack 2
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;811113&Product=windowsxpsp2

Learn About Windows XP Service Pack 2
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/sp2/preinstall.mspx

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Carey Frisch
Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User

Be Smart! Protect Your PC!
http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/protect/default.aspx

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| Do I need to install this update if I'm using a Dell PC
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