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Windows XP Service Pack 2

Check for Spyware Before Updating

SUMMARY: Clean your Windows XP machine of spyware before installing Service Pack 2 to help ensure a smooth upgrade. Here's how.


 

According to Microsoft, spyware and adware already on your computer may prevent Windows XP Service Pack 2 from installing correctly, sometimes leading to system instability or blue-screens after the upgrade. Thus, before running the update, be sure to scan your machine for such rogue software.

Here are two of many anti-spyware software packages that are available:

Lavasoft Ad-Aware: http://www.lavasoftusa.com/

Spybot Search and Destroy: http://www.safer-networking.org/



 

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