Comments for Should I Install Windows XP SP3?

Comment from Chuck Quenzler on 2008-11-30

2008-11-30T20:45:29Z

this question was posted in 2007. Now that it is nov 2008, I would like to know "does sp3 install IE7 automatically?" computerchuck

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Comment from bryte on 2008-11-09

2008-11-09T23:33:29Z

My system automatically downloaded SP3 and I have installed it. Some of my old programs cannot run anymore. Can I get rid of it? How do I get back the good old SP2? The PC says "There is a newer version installed... so I cannot upgrade with SP2 CD ROM.

Well, first I would make an effort to get the programs working. Specifically I'd contact the vendors and see if there are upgrades to those that would allow them to run with SP3. Besides the fact that SP3 isn't supposed to break any existing applications (though of course I have reports that I does).

SP3 has important security and stability improvements, and I strongly suggest getting it to work.

That being said, check the add/remove programs list for "Windows XP Service Pack 3" - if you can uninstall it at all, that would be the only way.

- Leo
10-Nov-2008

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Comment from Carol on 2008-08-22

2008-08-23T03:13:02Z

My system automatically downloaded SP3 but I want to get rid of it - I haven't installed it. Can I get rid of it?

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Comment from Phil T on 2008-08-20

2008-08-20T11:05:41Z

Leo,

I have a comment. You said "first" twice. You can't do that, it's against the law and you should spend 2 days in jail.

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Comment from Margaret Louk on 2007-12-02

2007-12-02T20:48:41Z

I downloaded the beta IE7 when my IE6 was giving me fits, and it worked so much better from the start. Now that IE7 is up and going I find that for the most part I have not had too many problems.

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Comment from Lou Gascon on 2007-12-01

2007-12-02T02:08:29Z

Hi Leo
I re-iterate all good remarks
SP3 (first I've heard of it)...!
Sporting SP2, when 3 comes out officially, I will certainly upgrade the old girl, but 2 questions arise; 1) is it not possible to go into Add/Remove Windows components and unistall explorer from the Xp windows ? I have done this with Messanger...!
2) The Mrs has Win Xp Pro installed currently without any upgrades - then she's not on the net!
Having just got wired with a router, I intend to put her box on the net (at her request) - should I upgrade straight to SP3 when it arrives - or - should I upgrade to sp1 thru sp2 and then sp3...?
Thanx in advance maestro...
There really is no one else to ask ...!
Lou

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Comment from Yudhishthir on 2007-12-01

2007-12-01T23:15:48Z

Roll Firefox guys. Why to use internet explorer if you can do it better with Firefox!

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Comment from Harvey Blessing on 2007-12-01

2007-12-01T16:55:05Z

I've read the article and the comments. One comment asks what is wrong with IE7. I'm using IE7 right now, so I'd like to know what the complaints are, too.

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Comment from Susan on 2007-12-01

2007-12-01T16:48:07Z

First, let me say, "Thank you." Your explainations of the SP3 were clear, precise and easy to understand. Like other users out there in cyber world, SP3 has been a tempting, tasty lollipop. But with your clear words of wisdom, I certainly will be patient and wait for the best Microsoft version. My laptop cost me big bucks--why should I mess it up with some cheap junk just because I just want a quick taste before anyone else? Thanks for your advise.

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Comment from Chris Ottaway on 2007-12-01

2007-12-01T11:13:05Z

I've read this article and there has been several complaints about IE7. What is wrong with it?

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Comment from Richard Williams on 2007-11-30

2007-12-01T03:00:19Z

Great article. I appreciate your insight.

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Comment from Greg on 2007-11-27

2007-11-28T04:09:17Z

Seeing as I'll never ever ever install Vista on my own personal equipment, I'll definitely be installing SP3.

My bigger question is if I should upgrade OS X Tiger to Leopard now or wait until 10.5.1 when they've worked out some of the kinks.

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Comment from Nelson on 2007-11-27

2007-11-28T02:34:03Z

I installed Windows XP SP3 beta version on my laptop and desktop. so far I haven't seen much of a difference, a little of bit of boot-up boost and some built-in application changes, remote desktop client being one of them. but for most people waiting for the official release from microsoft is the best thing to do. I hacked the registry to fool the beta tester server to give me access to download SP3, but I guess if anything happen to my computer, Microsoft won't support me in anyway.

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