How To Secure Windows 2000 / XP - Tips!

How To Secure Windows 2000 / XP - Tips!:

IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING WINDOWSXP SP2 Some security softwares have had problems with Service Pack 2, like for example ZoneAlarm and some antivirus software. Also, there has been other issues regarding the SP2, I have personally found out that after installing it my computer stops working properly, I have not yet managed to solve the situation. Also, the SP2 has some changes regarding the settings of Internet Explorer, Windows ICF and other issues, so this page is not updated to meet SP2 details for now. My suggestion regarding SP2 is, that you should backup and try it out. If it works, fine, Microsoft has fixed some major security issues with it so you likely safe enought for now on default install on SP2 if you follow its security center guides. If you cannot install SP2 or get it working, then restore the old WindowsXP and use the settings and tips in this page as it is. Try later to install SP2 when Microsoft either fixes its bugs or we can discover some way to counter them.