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Title: XP SP2 released
Post by: Boomslang on August 10, 2004, 07:28:54 AM: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=049C9DBE-3B8E-4F30-8245-9E368D3CDB5A&displaylang=en

ZW sp2
What is the diference between this and the 84 meg download?
Can or should I install this one?

[Edited on 8-10-2004 by Boomslang]
Title: XP SP2 released
Post by: opiesilver on August 10, 2004, 12:18:22 PM: I know that in SP2 the firewall is automatically activated but that's about it for me.
Title: XP SP2 released
Post by: ZWarrior on August 10, 2004, 04:00:44 PM: The difference is that the one you linked is the full copy.

You download that and it will not need to go back out to the web to get the components when it installs.

The other, smaller version, is much like the DX9 thread (http://www.ambushsite.com/forums/viewthread.php?tid=660) I posted last month. It's just a quick download that will go back out and download all the components when you run it.

I of course, will be downloading the full version. ;)
Title: XP SP2 released
Post by: Boomslang on August 11, 2004, 08:12:10 PM: Just installed sp2 on two computers
If you have an old esafe free version uninstall it first. It will give you problems and it will not uninstall by itself after you update.
Title: XP SP2 released
Post by: ZWarrior on August 12, 2004, 08:24:08 AM: Glad you mentioned that. Mrs. ZW's PC has eSafe.

I just installed SP2 last night. First thing I did was disable the firewall they turned on. I have one and it is doing a great job already thanks!

Then I turned on Automatic Update and used the new setting "Notify me but don't automatically download or install". Finally a mode I will use besides "Disabled"!
Title: XP SP2 released
Post by: Boomslang on August 12, 2004, 08:44:41 PM: Well looks like game voice and msn are no longer working together anyone know a work around?
Title: XP SP2 released
Post by: ZWarrior on August 13, 2004, 08:58:49 AM: What is the version of MS Messenger you are running now?
Title: XP SP2 released
Post by: Boomslang on August 13, 2004, 03:02:37 PM: 4.7
Title: XP SP2 released
Post by: ZWarrior on August 13, 2004, 03:26:01 PM: then you should still be able to use it. I am running 4.7.3 which is the same version that was installed prior to the patch.

I am leaving shortly for home, and will test mine when I get home.
Title: XP SP2 released
Post by: ZWarrior on August 13, 2004, 05:41:59 PM: OK, here's the scoop. Apparently SP2 included an upgrade to Windows Messenger 4.7.3.

The last version of Messenger that GV understands is 4.7.2.

I reinstalled that version, and now GV is working again. Amazing since GV is supported software until 9-30-2006
( http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=fh;[ln];lifeconhdmu )
and so you will need to to run the older version which you can get here (http://ambushsite.com/files/misc/mmssetup4-7-2.exe)/

Hope thats helps!
Title: XP SP2 released
Post by: Boomslang on August 14, 2004, 05:13:42 AM: That worked for me thanks
Title: XP SP2 released
Post by: ZWarrior on August 14, 2004, 10:40:38 AM: You are most welcome.

My work here is done, Up Up and Awaay.

*trip*
*Thump*

Gotta get a shorter cape. :*
Title: XP SP2 released
Post by: Boomslang on August 16, 2004, 06:58:38 AM: http://www.theinquirer.net/?article=17869

Microsoft XP SP2's long List of Doom

Looks like they forgot game voice
Title: XP SP2 released
Post by: Wolverine of Ambush! on August 16, 2004, 09:01:53 AM: looks like UT GOTY edition, UT2003...both had some issues too... UG
Title: XP SP2 released
Post by: ZWarrior on August 16, 2004, 10:17:12 AM: That is because there are ports that need to be opened to RECEIVE packets for these games.

Unfortunately, this is because MS went and turned on the firewall and doesn't allow for the need to open additional ports. I understand the reason it is not working, and I am not too upset, they are erring on the side of security.

BUT there are some apps that are failing not because of the firewall, but because they are not doing their support like they say they will.
Title: XP SP2 released
Post by: JollyRoger on August 16, 2004, 01:19:41 PM: I haven't got SP2 yet, and now I am scared to get it! I was hearing some bad things but now what your say is making my decision easier.
Title: XP SP2 released
Post by: ZWarrior on August 16, 2004, 01:37:57 PM: "IF" you are already running a personal firewall on your system, i.e. ZoneAlarm; e-Trust; etc, then you will only need to disable the Windows Firewall. otherwise, learn to work with that before you start installing SP2.
Title: XP SP2 released
Post by: JollyRoger on August 16, 2004, 04:57:54 PM: Anything good that SP2 has to offer?
I mean any good reason to download and install?
Title: XP SP2 released
Post by: ZWarrior on August 16, 2004, 05:08:09 PM: it patches a lot of holes, and they added an additional option to Automatic Updates..."Monitor and notify me"
Title: XP SP2 released
Post by: JollyRoger on August 16, 2004, 05:38:58 PM: Ok, The Holes sound Good, but I already had the option to notify of new update and don't D/L them.
Title: XP SP2 released
Post by: Boomslang on August 18, 2004, 05:16:55 PM: http://www.pcstats.com/articleview.cfm?articleID=1627

sp2 how to
Title: XP SP2 released
Post by: Boomslang on August 21, 2004, 05:56:55 AM: Alright after two day on a test system with a bootleg copy the os will not issue an IP for the computer or access the internet. Did a system restore before SP2 and now I got an IP and internet access.
If you use a bootleg copy beware but if I were you I'd go get a legal copy.
Title: XP SP2 released
Post by: ZWarrior on August 21, 2004, 06:44:07 PM: Hmmm, I think this falls under the heading of....

DUH!!!! :rolling
Title: XP SP2 released
Post by: Boomslang on August 26, 2004, 09:40:53 AM: They said it would work. anyway I updated the Misses with the 75meg off win update and it hosed the system. did a system restore and installed the 266 meg SP2 and it works fine I think they left something out.
Title: XP SP2 released
Post by: JollyRoger on August 26, 2004, 07:58:31 PM: Security Hole in SP2

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http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,1759,1639276,00.asp

[Edited on 8-27-2004 by [303]JollyRoger]
Title: XP SP2 released
Post by: Boomslang on August 27, 2004, 08:18:28 AM: MS will always have holes
Title: XP SP2 released
Post by: ZWarrior on August 27, 2004, 08:58:41 AM: As does any other OS or App. Nature of the Beast and all that.
Title: XP SP2 released
Post by: opiesilver on August 27, 2004, 12:08:04 PM: I've got the worlds tightest firewall. Only thing I could get out or in yesterday was POP email and web surfing.
Title: XP SP2 released
Post by: Boomslang on September 08, 2004, 02:48:32 PM: http://www.hardcoreware.net/reviews/review-237-1.htm

SP2 is faster than SP1 in gaming