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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="" />
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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="" />
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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
The question is not, Can they reason? nor, Can they talk? but, Can they suffer? ~Jeremy Bentham
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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="" />
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you should only run 1 software firewall.
The question is not, Can they reason? nor, Can they talk? but, Can they suffer? ~Jeremy Bentham
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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="" />
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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="" />
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you should only run 1 software firewall. 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="" />
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"I didn't do it, it wasn't my fault"
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you should only run 1 software firewall. 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?
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you have a reason for doing it. What is the reason? erm ... paranoia ?
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"I didn't do it, it wasn't my fault"
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I use 1 software firewall and a hardware firewall.
The question is not, Can they reason? nor, Can they talk? but, Can they suffer? ~Jeremy Bentham
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A little waring on SP2.
Some programs stop working
like divx and most of P2P programs.
Not in the mood for cheese? That excuse has more holes than a slice this fine Gorgombert!
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Ummm Morbo...Can you explain that to me in words of one sylable please. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggrin.gif" alt="" />
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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).
Not in the mood for cheese? That excuse has more holes than a slice this fine Gorgombert!
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Riiiight.....Clear as mud! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/suspicion.gif" alt="" />
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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="" />
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"I didn't do it, it wasn't my fault"
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<img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif" alt="" />Cheers me Dear <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/up.gif" alt="" />
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also i have no problems with Xvid.
Not in the mood for cheese? That excuse has more holes than a slice this fine Gorgombert!
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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??
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well you've got a security center, firewall,dep and other security enhancements.
Not in the mood for cheese? That excuse has more holes than a slice this fine Gorgombert!
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