Archive for category XP

Protect your PC – Disable AutoPlay

Posted by Nerd in 7, Microsoft, Security, Server 2008, Vista, Windows, XP on September 14, 2009

Windows 7 disables the AutoPlay feature which has been abused by malware (like Conficker). Now, Microsoft provides this same functionality for Windows XP, Windows Server 2003, Windows Vista, and Windows Server 2008.

Download Disable AutoPlay for Windows

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Windows 7 gets XP virtual mode

Posted by Nerd in 7, Microsoft, Virtual PC, Windows, XP on May 1, 2009

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I’m sure you know what Virtual PC is.  Well, Windows 7 is going to have it’s own variant called Windows XP Mode, with some really awesome features.  Not only will it support true hardware virtualization, but you will be able to run XP applications just like a normal Windows 7 Application – open it from the Start menu, minimize/maximize it, all on your Windows 7 desktop.  No longer are you confined to running Virtual applications inside the Virtual PC’s window!

Redmond Pie shows a great overview (with screenshots) of Windows XP Mode (XPM) for Windows 7.

Windows XP Mode (XPM) will be available for download on May 5 2009, and only install on Professional, Ultimate or Enterprise versions of Windows 7.  Also, the processor must be capable of virtualization (Intel VT or AMD-V hardware virtualization technology), and enabled in the BIOS.

Read more about Windows XP Mode here: [Microsoft]

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Windows XP Theme: Windows Embedded Theme

Posted by Nerd in Microsoft, Windows, XP on October 9, 2008

Source: askvg.com

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Here is a beautiful theme for Windows XP, in a nice Blue color.  This is an official theme, so no file patching needed to make it work.  Simply install, and choose the theme!

  Download  Mirror

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Windows XP SP3 is now available!

Posted by Nerd in Microsoft, XP on April 29, 2008

Windows XP SP3 is finally here for those that use Windows Update, and here is a direct link to the stand-alone version of SP3 for x86 XP systems (32 bit).

Windows® XP Service Pack 3 (SP3) includes all previously released updates for the operating system. This update also includes a small number of new functionalities, which do not significantly change customers’ experience with the operating system. This white paper summarizes what is new in Windows XP SP3.

Download: Stand-alone installer for Windows XP SP3 English, 32 Bit (316 MB)
Link: Service Pack 3 for Windows XP via Windows Update (Size varies)

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Windows XP – Service Pack 3: Release Dates

Posted by Nerd in Microsoft, XP on April 15, 2008

If you have not heard, Windows XP has a brand spanking new service pack coming up – really soon! It’s been a long time coming. Here are the dates:

  • April 14, 2008: Support is available for the release version of Service Pack 3 for Windows XP
  • April 21, 2008: Original Equipment Manufacturers, Volume License, Connect, and MSDN and TechNet subscribers
  • April 29, 2008: Microsoft Update, Windows Update, Download Center
  • June 10, 2008: Automatic Updates

Windows XP Service Pack 3 Overview

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