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| Microsoft Windows XP Professional FULL VERSION with SP2 | 
 enlarge | From: Microsoft Software
Category: Software
List Price: $299.99
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Avg. Customer Rating:  65 reviews
Sales Rank: 15
Format: Cd-rom
Color: 1-user
Media: CD-ROM
Edition: Full Version with SP2
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Number Of Items: 1
Batteries Included: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3
Dimensions (in): 9.5 x 7.8 x 1.9
nv:Software Type: Operating Systems
MPN: e85-02665
Model: E85-02665
UPC: 805529831278
EAN: 0805529831278
ASIN: B00022PTI4
Release Date: September 28, 2004
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Customer Reviews:
 Not worth the CD it's printed on. January 21, 2006
10 out of 37 found this review helpful
Almost nothing in this abysmal "Operating System" works. I had an easier time configuring my own kernel of gentoo linux than I ever did installing windows, and once I was "done," of course, nothing worked. After spending several hours installing drivers; changing settings; and veritably wrestling with the system to get it to work, it was unstable; ugly; nearly non-functional; and a huge pain in the behind. Every day using windows brings a new challenge, and they're never fun. It changes settings when you never asked it to, is hardly capable of networking, suffers from constant lagging and crashes, and literally does everything backwards.
If you're thinking of upgrading your system, do yourself a favor, and buy a piece of software that will actually function better than your current. Mandrake linux is a nice choice, and perfect for most users. If you have the money for a new computer, buy a mac. They're powerful, user-friendly, stable, and far more compatible than any windows junkie cares to admit.
 All these complaints are unbelivable. XP is the best windows version ever. November 17, 2005
36 out of 46 found this review helpful
Windows XP is by far the best OS Microsoft has produced besides Windows 2000. I cannot understand some of these reviews I am reading. As a computer technician, I have been repairing computers since the days of DOS 2.
I have several office computers all running Windows XP. 1 server running Windows 2000, and 7 servers running Linux, and 1 computer running Mac OSX. So I have worked with them all.
People are claiming windows is less secure than other operating systems. Well, that is simply not true. Mac and Linux have just as many security updates as windows does, and in fact, Linux releases more fixes than Microsoft does for windows. A fully updated OS is very secure, and there have been televised hacker challenges to prove it.
I will give the reviewers this, Microsoft's products cost way too much. That I cannot argue with.
What makes Windows seem more vulnerable than other OS's is simply the fact that it is more widely used than any other OS. Now if Linux for instance had the larger market share, then the hacker, virus and Spyware makers would be targeting it instead of Windows. It is really nothing more than that.
Windows XP is a resource hog. I will give the reviewers that. So it obviously requires a newer computer to run it.
Statistics show that a Windows based computer will get attacked within minutes of connecting it to the internet. So obviously the first thing that needs to be done is patch it. If that is ignored, then you will have problems with it very quickly.
Any problems that people are having I am willing to bet are all related to the fact that the computer was put onto the internet without patching it.
But Linux and Mac need to be patched also, and ignoring them will result in the same problems. It will just take longer for it to happen. And that goes back to what I said about the market share of the OS, and its popularity. When that shifts to a different OS, if it ever does, the same thing will happen to that OS.
So stop blaming the OS. Blame yourself. Lack of knowledge of the dangers of the Internet, and plain laziness are the real cause of the problems. Not the OS.
Best Version Ever October 24, 2005
18 out of 18 found this review helpful
I've been really impressed with this release of Windows. Couple it with the the latest Service Pack 2 and it really shines. I work as a technician at a computer repair shop, and let me tell you it is by far the easiest version of Microsoft Windows to support.
1. It's driver database is outstanding. I get so amazed when I plug in a device and it automatically installs it.
2. I'm also impressed with the stability of this version. Remember the blue screen that you always got in earlier versions?? It's basically gone!!
3. The built-in popup blocker included with service pack 2 does an excellent job of blocking popups. My popups are gone!!
4. It also does a fine job of backwards compatibility. I've already ran OLD ms-dos programs on my XP machine just for the kicks.
5. And the Windows Restore capability is awesome. I've fixed a problem by simply restoring it to yesterday.
These are just a few of the many features of Windows XP. All in all, I'm well pleased. Buy it.
The XP is for eXtra Painful September 11, 2005
8 out of 41 found this review helpful
As I had commented earlier, my biggest business demand is for people wanting to upgrade to Win 2000 from Win XP. I have seen people scream at the XP operating system. I have seen people get peeved with their "helpful" relatives who had upgraded their system from Win 98 or Win 2000 without their knowledge. XP is slow, buggy, instrusive and easily infected. It is the leper and syphilic of OS's. Do yourself a favor for your business and your family peace. Avoid XP at all costs. All those other people recommeding XP on other websites(Present Amazon company excluded. I am convinced of their sincerity!), makes me wonder if this is astroturf marketing from Redmond.
 Good OS for Professionals September 10, 2005
17 out of 20 found this review helpful
You can find most of these goods in Home edition. If you are not sure which type is for you, you may want to read my review on Windows XP Home Edition. If you find it's good enough for you, choosing that would be a smart choice as it is tagged with lower price than this Professional edition.
Some other good points on Windows XP Professional edition are:
Advanced control options on networking, security, and administration. You can control user and group policy, audit events on your computer, manage advanced networking, etc. These tools are useful, especially in a network.
Better user interface. All the icons, windows, and its components are redesigned and it's much better than the previous design in any Windows version.
Renewed Start Menu. With this new start menu, the most used/launched software will be displayed. You don't have to scroll through your All Programs items to launch your favourite program. It also displays most accessed items such as Control Panel, My Computer, Help, Your Documents, Music, Pictures, and Network easily.
Better plug & play support. With Windows XP, just plug your device in, and Windows will search the appropriate driver for you. All you have to do is wait for it, and Windows will notify you once your device is ready to be used.
Firewall and other security. Windows XP comes with SP2 and better firewall, keeping you away from all those unauthorized people on the net that are trying to steal your information.
I can conclude that this is the best Windows ever. And while we are waiting for the next generation of Windows, Windows Vista, this OS is still the best choice among other Windows.
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