Windows XP For Dummies
Chapter One
What Is Windows XP?
In This Chapter
* Understanding what Windows XP is and what it does
* Understanding Windows XP's service packs
* Knowing what service pack is on your computer
* Downloading and installing Service Pack 2
Chances are, you've probably heard about Windows. In fact, millions of
people all over the world are puzzling over it as you read this. Almost
every new computer sold today comes with a copy of Windows XP preinstalled - cheerfully
greeting you when first turned on.
This chapter helps you understand why Windows lives inside your computer,
and how to keep it alive and well with Microsoft's service packs. It explains
which service packs you need to keep Windows XP up-to-date and how to
deal with the burdens they lay at your feet in the name of increased security.
What Is Windows and Why
Are You Using It?
The answer to this one's pretty easy: You're using Microsoft Windows
because you don't have much choice. Nearly every computer sold since late
2001 comes with Windows XP preinstalled. A few people escaped Windows
by buying Apple computers (those nicer-looking computers that cost more).
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