Have just aquired it on a DVD from a magazine, any reason why i should not install it, have heard rumours that it can affect some games already installed on PC, anybody have any knowledge on it??? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/think.gif" alt="" />

Oh hey ol buddy I have sp2 installed and basicly it is a must for security sake ... that said DO READ THE README TEXT, and when you install you will be asked which programs can or may access the internet, be careful with that but also be logical, you can always change it after.

The reason you have heard reports about some programs not functioning is correct, they are mainly 'older' proggies and I believe MS has a side or check up page orsomething to find out som sun java programs have problems, but so far I havent had any insurmountable (geez what a word) probs and all is working honkey dorey <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

So from this old timers point of view; "Go for it" oh and you can always make a restorepoint just in case, I did but didn't have to use it <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

If you already have a firewall installed, then make sure you turn off the Windows firewall after you install SP2. Many of the problems with online gaming are due to the Windows firewall blocking apps from connecting to the internet.
SP2

Will i need Windows firewall if i am already running a Norton one?
@Mea ..thanks for the advice Hot Bird. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/winkwink.gif" alt="" />

you should only run 1 software firewall.

I installed it a few days ago on 2 hard drives (both with games on) and have seen no problems so far. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

I'm not sure how much of it was entirely new content, and how much was a compilation of all the previous security updates (which I'd already applied), but it sure was a huge 'patch'. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/eek.gif" alt="" />

That don't half remind me of Deuce Bigalow..."Tha's a huuuuge bitch" <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/ROFL.gif" alt="" />

with respect Cleglaw ... why ... I run 2 and no probs as long as they are set correctly <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

I always thought there could be potential conflicts that would muck up the computer. And of course even if they didn't cause problems, there would be an extra unnecessary drain on memory. But, if you are doing it successfully, I'm sure I was wrong and you have a reason for doing it. What is the reason?

erm ... paranoia ?

I use 1 software firewall and a hardware firewall.

A little waring on SP2.

Some programs stop working

like divx and most of P2P programs.

Ummm Morbo...Can you explain that to me in words of one sylable please. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggrin.gif" alt="" />

well the new feature known as DEP Data execution protection conflicts with DivX. As vfor P2P programs they have difficulties wit a restrection to 10 connections on one port(i think).

Riiiight.....Clear as mud! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/suspicion.gif" alt="" />

not too worry Spick your not likely to use either of those type of programs, p2p stands for peer to peer and basicly is a file sharing program, and divx is a program that is able to play dvd "type" movies ... but once again it is no biggy, and there are work arounds for that <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

<img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif" alt="" />Cheers me Dear <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/up.gif" alt="" />

also i have no problems with Xvid.

I think i'll finaly install SP2 tomorrow, i hope it goes well, what are the benifits then?, are they all security issues or what??

well you've got a security center, firewall,dep and other security enhancements.

I'm gonna keep my Norton firewall going.By the way Mo-jo jo-jo <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggrin.gif" alt="" /> what is a Firewire? just curious that's all. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/think.gif" alt="" />

good choise because the windows firewall isn't that great. Fire wire is a connection type like USB.

...and what does USB stand for Mo-Jo Jo-Jo <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/question.gif" alt="" />

Universally Stoopid Bustard <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/tongue.gif" alt="" />

spick, since u're so inclined to find out IT jargons, u should check out Webopedia for definitions & simplest explanations. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/up.gif" alt="" />

I'd hit that.

WELL <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/exclamation.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/exclamation.gif" alt="" />...I've never been spoken to like that in my life <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/exclamation.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/exclamation.gif" alt="" />

sry no offence it's just internet slang like 0w3nd or pwnd (the inner geek in me speaks <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/winkwink.gif" alt="" /> ).

I'd hit that pictures. I'd hit that is usally used on forums by a user that wants to say "You might find that link interesting"



Sry if I offended you wasn't the intension I'm not like that.

No hard feelings <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/puppyeyes.gif" alt="" />



OR you could be talking to janggut. I that case. This is the reason we use quote <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/silly.gif" alt="" />

spick, ol' boy, i'm afraid u may have misconstrued my post. i was just joking about the bustard thing. actually i was making a joke on the definition of USB, not u.

please forgive me? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/shame.gif" alt="" />

Well you two <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif" alt="" />- <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif" alt="" />,If you don't know when i'm joking you don't know me at all,C'mon...Do you think i was being serious. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/think.gif" alt="" />

well spick, u twit! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/memad.gif" alt="" /> u got us again with your subtle english wit! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/silly.gif" alt="" />

is there any English Wit 101 class for silly me? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif" alt="" />

I'd hit him <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/silly.gif" alt="" />


where is my yoda "Hit it I will" pic.

<img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/tongue.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/ROFL.gif" alt="" />

@ Morbo...When i go to that "hit it" thingy none of the pictures opened all i get is a load of white boxes with a red cross in the left hand corner of each..why is that?....this happens on a few websites!!

under slim bandwidth...... <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif" alt="" />

Ultra Supercilious Bohemenian <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

can be alot of things. Could be your security settings or your provider (do you have broadband?)

Most likely XP SP2 firewall blocking the site for some reason <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

Probably me security settings me thinks. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/think.gif" alt="" />

yer you where right Morb cause I remeber Spick is with AO(HEL)L <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

I'm so sorry, AOL <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/puppyeyes.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/puppyeyes.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/puppyeyes.gif" alt="" />

Awww shud-up, it does me jus fine,Yeh!

Isn't it really intrusive--spreading its tendrils throughout your computer and placing icons on your living room couch?

The announcement that MS, made stating that it will change the way your whole computer functions..... is a bit over exagerated....

It adds a couple of hotfixes, installs a firewall and sets up your security centre (which only monitors your firewall, AV software and live updates).
IT installs DirectX9.0c (much more stable than b)
You can afterwards install Media Player 10 (i dont like too much, but i suppose its cool)
It RE-opens a couple of DSO-exploits i closed, so i just closed them AGAIN... but other than that, everything is the same, no nasty side effects or problems...
Nero burning rom complains that its not compatible with it, but it IS.
ANd device manager moved a little bit around in the system properties.

Thanks for the info Lady-rain, i still haven't got round to installing yet as everything is "steady eddie" with my PC at the mo'.
One thing though, you mentioned you can install Media Player 10, that might be worth it because Media Player 9 on my PC has stopped working???