The Release Candidate 1 of Windows XP latest service pack, Windows XP Service Pack 3 is now available for download for MSDN members. (Check download link below).


SP3 includes a ton of security updates, some Vista code, and a couple of brand spanking new features for Windows XP:

  • There’s a new Windows Product Activation model that does not require you to enter a product key during setup.
  • Network Access Protection modules and policies have been brought over from Windows Vista.
  • There’s a new module in the kernel that provides access to cryptographic algorithms.
  • Windows XP can now detect routers that are discarding data.

Overall the update includes over a thousand patches to improve security, performance, and reliability.

Download: Windows XP Service Pack 3 RC1 (340MB)

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