Windows XP Professional delivers the new standard in reliability and performance. This operating system is designed for businesses of all sizes and for users who demand the most from their computing experience.

By building on the proven Windows 2000 operating system, Windows XP Professional delivers a reliable foundation you can count on to keep your computer up and running when you need it most. Not only is Windows XP more reliable, it also helps you more easily recover from system problems.

Computers running Windows XP Professional outperform Windows 98 Second Edition, and meet the performance of Windows 2000 on commercial benchmarks. Not only will Windows XP launch applications faster, in most cases, your entire system will start up much more quickly. Security features in Windows XP Professional protect sensitive and confidential data both on your computer and while you are transmitting over a network or the Internet. With support for the latest security standards and enhanced virus protection, Windows XP also protects you from some of the more common types of Internet attacks.

From its fresh, new look to its intuitive, task-based design, Windows XP Professional makes it easier than ever to use your computer. You'll be able to get more done in less time, find items in a snap, and arrange files and folders in a way that makes sense to you. Simply put, Windows XP Professional helps you work smarter.

Windows XP Service Pack 1 (SP1) provides the latest security and reliability updates to the Windows XP family of operating systems, and includes Internet Explorer 6 SP1. Windows XP SP1 is designed to ensure Windows XP platform compatibility with newly released software and hardware, and includes updates that resolve issues discovered by customers or by Microsoft's internal testing team.

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