Protects the network.
A stronger network infrastructure helps prevent against network-based attacks and viruses that spread through e-mail, instant messages, and Web pages.

• Windows Firewall improves resistance to network-based attacks by quickly blocking unsolicited inbound traffic. Service Pack 2 also extends the firewall to improve protection of computers when they first start and when they shut down. The Windows Firewall is now enabled by default, which can help prevent many devastating attacks, even when software updates may not have been deployed immediately.
• New security features help make using Microsoft Outlook®, Microsoft Outlook Express, Windows Messenger, and Microsoft Internet Explorer safer by helping stop the spread of viruses.

 

 

Enables NetSignalz administrators to manage and control network security.
Central management of security settings helps administrators respond to threats quickly.

• More configuration options are available to us including Group Policy, command-line options, multicast support, and unattended setup.
• Windows Firewall Centralized Management provides the centralized control necessary to configure every computer to provide the best proactive security available, rather than leaving security configuration to chance.
• Centralized control allows us to make reactive security configuration changes quickly and centrally. For example, we can quickly close ports in response to a new worm threat.

 

 

Provides a safer experience for users.
Communicating via e-mail or instant
messaging and browsing the Web are now more secure.

• A new, integrated pop-up blocker helps users reduce unwanted advertisements. Service Pack 2 also enhances Internet Explorer to address the threat of user-interface spoofing (phishing), which tricks users into installing a program when they click the Cancel button to close a window.
• Users are better protected from accidentally downloading and installing programs from potentially malicious Web sites by automatically blocking download requests. Users who decide to install a program can click on the download link that appears below the browser toolbar

 

Services | Systems Consulting | Small Business | Windows XP   What is Windows XP? - Microsoft's latest and most powerful operating system for desktops, workstations, and laptops. Although there are a few different flavors of Windows XP, Windows XP Professional is what's most commmonly used in a small business environment because it's designed to take advange of the features of a Server running Microsoft® Windows® Small Business Server 2003.   Why should I upgrade to Windows XP Professional for my Small Business? - Microsoft gives us 10 reasons and we've added 5 more with an explaination for all 15:   1 Share Computers and Network Resources Connect multiple computers to the Internet through your PC and a single Internet connection. 2 Back up your important data files to help keep them safe Microsoft Windows XP back-up utility comes pre-installed with Windows XP Professional. Also, NetSignalz has 2 other free software backup solutions that fully integrate into Windows XP Professional if you don't like the backup built into it. 3 Satisfy your networking needs Easily integrate Windows XP Professional-based desktops, notebooks, and workstations into your own Small Business Server. 4 Protect your PC from harmful attachments NetSignalz can configure the built-in attachment manager to help safeguard your computer from viruses. We also offer other more robust security solutions that offer a deeper level of protection for Windows XP and your network. 5 Get more battery life out of your mobile PC Advanced Power Management extends battery life by managing the way your laptop uses power. 6 Reverse harmful system changes Revers and "undo" any hardware driver or software changes, returning your PC To it's previous working state.   Additional to this function built-in, adding a Small Business server allows you to always have copies of your documents on the server in case you make any changes or accidentally overwrite any documents. This will allow you to restore just minutes before the mistake was made. This feature is exclusive to Microsoft Small Business Server 2003 in conjuction with Microsoft Windows XP Professional. 7 Work from virtually anywhere We can configure a wireless network in your office or you can connect seemlessly to hundreds of wireless "hot spots" wherever you travel. 8 Protect your important business documents and information Encrypting File System provides a high level of file protection from hackers and data theft. 9 Protect your Internet-connected PC with firewall protection from startup to shutdown. Windows Firewall and the added enhancements of Service Pack 2 release offers additional protection against viruses and hackers. 10 Stay more secure and up-to-date with automatic updates Download and install the latest security updates and Windows XP Professional improvements automatically. 11 Access your computer from home Windows XP now has built-in remote management allowing you exclusive access to your computer from any other location with Windows XP or a computer that has the free Remote Desktop Connection software installed.   As a Small Business Server 2003 bonus, you not only can access your computer remotely, but you can do it all from a web browser. This web browser also allows you to check your e-mail and documents without actually logging into your work computer. 12 Get remote access support from NetSignalz Now you no longer need to download or install costly remote management tools or have us come on-site to get help with your computer questions. Windows has a Remote Assistance utility built in that allows you to send NetSignalz an encyrpted e-mail asking for support, you can then call us and tell us the password to open the e-mail and that will allow us to remote into your computer for the time period you specify. We can then fix the computer from our location while you watch from your desktop. 13 Power users get more power For those of you who require the power of a workstation or dual processor machines, Windows XP Professional like it's predecessor Windows 2000 and Windows NT 4.0 still support a second processor and allow programs to perform faster than Windows XP Home Edition or older operating systems. 14 Domain Access and Group Policies This simply allows us to simplify the administration of groups of users or computers. You can now log onto any computer within your company and view your e-mail and documents just as if you were at your own computer. All of this is done automatically with no additional configuration needed from you or your employees. 15 Share Computers and Network Resources Easily share documents, valuable resources and devices among employees, such as faxes, printers, and even an Internet connection with a small office network.     Benefits of Service Pack 2 - If you already have Windows XP and haven't yet upgraded or had a NetSignalz professional upgrade your system, read the information on the left that explains the benefits and you can decide whether or not it's right for you.