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Windows XP SP2 More Than Just a Service Pack The next service pack for Windows XP, called SP2, contains much more than the standard bug fixes and other updates. Many in the industry consider it the equivalent of a new operating system release – one complete with all the usual liabilities as well as benefits. There are new features and changes, mainly in the areas of security, that could affect your computing environment, if the update is not properly planned. Read more… Virus Update July 2004 The ongoing battle among rival hacker communities has wreaked havoc on hundreds of thousands of computer users around the world for months. Numerous variations of three different email worms have plagued companies and individuals, causing a frenzy of activity, especially for those who continue to be reinfected by these worms. Read more… Customer Spotlight Elpac Electronics Once frustrated by its technology support resources, Elpac turned to All Covered. The result – All Covered has delivered effective, proactive IT management, making IT "invisible" for this private manufacturing company. Read more… Tech Tip Making Sure Your Outlook PST File Doesn't Fail You Did you know that versions of Outlook (older than 2003) have a size limitation of the PST file? This is the file that holds critical information such as your email, contacts, and calendar. Find out how to make sure the file doesn't get overloaded and stop working. Read more… Quick Tip Cost Savings at the Pump With gasoline prices continuing to rise across the country, here are five tips to help soften the blow to your wallet when filling up at the pump. Read more…

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Dear SBCA Reader:

The latest headlines in computing and technology continue to focus on security, especially for people and organizations using the Windows operating system. You know the issues: malicious worms spreading via email, hackers attacking vulnerabilities in Windows, users inadvertently downloading code because they are unfamiliar with security or error messages.

You might also know that help is on the way. Coming in August, Microsoft's next scheduled update to Windows XP - Service Pack 2 (SP2) - contains several new features that focus on securing the desktop environment. That's the good news. The bad news is that SP2 is much more than just a service pack. The lead article in this issue of the Small Business Computer Advisor focuses on the new features in SP2, the sheer magnitude of which compels organizations to seriously assess the impact of SP2 implementation on the computing environment and then to carefully plan for it.

It is our hope that this article will educate and prompt organizations to weigh the risks and rewards of implementing SP2.

We are always eager to hear what you think about this issue and to receive suggestions for topics you would like to see covered in the future. Please send an email to Newsletter Comments.

Thank You,

All Covered

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