PC World posted a workaround for a zero-day security flaw in Windows XP
All About Microsoft posted a news story that PC makers no longer allowed to preinstall Windows XP on new netbooks as of October
Hardware 2.0 reports that Microsoft has released an "Update for Microsoft Search Enhancement Pack" as important update, which means that Windows Update will install it automatically
TweakTown compared the performance of Windows Vista SP1 vs Vista SP2 Release Candidate
Tech ARP posted some news on the release schedule of Windows Vista Service Pack 2
InfoWorld posted a news story that Microsoft warned users of Windows XP Service Pack 3 (SP3) again that they may not be able to uninstall either the service pack or Internet Explorer 8 (IE8).
InfoWorld posted a news story that Microsoft has delayed Windows Vista SP2
Some PC makers now have an extra four months to sell Windows XP
Neowin reports that Windows Vista & Server SP2 Beta has been released to the testers
Microsoft has released an update for Windows XP to resolve an issue that is caused by revised daylight saving time laws
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Install this update to resolve an issue that is caused by revised daylight saving time laws in many countries.Download for 32-bit
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Microsoft has released an update for Windows XP to resolve an issue in VBScript/JScript scripts
Microsoft has released an update for Windows XP to resolve an issue in PStore
Microsoft has released a new security update for Windows XP
APC Magazine published an article on TinyXP
InsideHW.com has posted a comparison review between Windows XP SP3 and SP2
Saw over at Neowin.net that Microsoft has extended Windows XP support until 2014
Microsoft has released an update to use new Terminal Services features on a computer that is running Windows XP Service Pack 2
Microsoft Monday laid to rest rumors that it might reconsider pulling Windows XP from retail shelves and most PC makers next Monday.
Microsoft has released an update for Windows XP to to display the Remote Desktop Connection 6.1 interface on system with XP Service Pack 2
Microsoft has released an update for Windows XP to use new Terminal Services features
Tech ARP posted an editorial about High Definition Audio Support In Windows XP SP3.
Microsoft has put limits on the types of PCs that can be downgraded to Windows XP after June 30, Dell said Tuesday, a restriction that means it will offer home users the option only on machines designed for gamers.
Microsoft calls shots on Windows XP downgrades, says Dell
Microsoft calls shots on Windows XP downgrades, says Dell
Microsoft has released an update for Windows XP to resolve an issue in VBScript/JScript scripts from CScript WScript hosts
Three of the top four PC sellers worldwide plan to sell systems with Windows XP right up to the Microsoft-mandated deadline of June 30.
Top OEMs to sell Windows XP PCs down to the wire
Top OEMs to sell Windows XP PCs down to the wire
Symantec Thursday released a free tool that wipes spurious entries from Windows registry that had crippled some PCs running the company's security software after they were upgraded to Windows XP Service Pack 3 (SP3) or Vista SP1.
Symantec tool cleans up Windows XP SP3 registry corruption
Symantec tool cleans up Windows XP SP3 registry corruption
After a popular technology Web site reported that Microsoft was logging calls from customers who requested that the company extend the retail availability of Windows XP, some users claimed that they couldn't get through to the support lines.
Microsoft denies it's running call-in 'save XP' petition
Microsoft denies it's running call-in 'save XP' petition
Microsoft has released a new update to resolve an issue with Internet Explorer 7 under Windows XP with IME enabled
Tech ARP has posted a new editorial: Cannot Drag-and-Drop In Windows XP?!
The latest service pack for Windows XP continues to cause problems for users. According to an online user forum, the latest glitch in Windows XP Service Pack 3 (SP3) causes problems with the remote desktop access feature of Windows Home Server.
Users report more trouble with Windows XP SP3
Users report more trouble with Windows XP SP3
In the four months since InfoWorld asked businesses and individuals to sign a petition at SaveXP.com requesting Microsoft keep Windows XP for sale beyond the planned June 30 general end-of-sales date, more than 200,000 have signed up to add their voices. As of May 15, the count was 200,805 signatures, excluding duplicates and fake signups.
More than 200,000 demand Microsoft save XP
More than 200,000 demand Microsoft save XP
Microsoft's having a tough year with reboots. First it was a reboot ad infinitum in February, brought on by a flawed update to Windows Vista. Now the same things happening to some users who have updated to Windows XP Service Pack 3 (SP3).
Windows XP SP3 reboot hell (and how to get out of it)
Windows XP SP3 reboot hell (and how to get out of it)
Microsoft blames computer makers for some of the problems users have encountered after updating to Windows XP Service Pack 3 (SP3), according to a company support document.
Microsoft faults OEMs for some XP SP3 endless reboots
Microsoft faults OEMs for some XP SP3 endless reboots
Microsoft has released an update to fix an issue with Internet Explorer 7 on Windows XP Service Pack 2
Installing Windows XP Service Pack 3 sends some PCs into an endless series of reboots, according to posts to a Microsoft support forum.
XP SP3 cripples some PCs with endless reboots
XP SP3 cripples some PCs with endless reboots
Microsoft has warned users updating to Windows XP SP3 (Service Pack 3) that they won't be able to downgrade from Internet Explorer 7 to the older IE6 without uninstalling the service pack.
Microsoft warns of IE7 lock-in with XP SP3
Microsoft warns of IE7 lock-in with XP SP3
Microsoft has released an updated MUI pack for Windows XP Service Pack 3
Microsoft published an overview of Windows XP Service Pack 3
Microsoft officially released Windows XP Service Pack 3
Microsoft has released a checked build of Windows XP Service Pack 3 for developers
Microsoft has released Windows XP Service Pack 3 Network Installation Package for IT Professionals and Developers
Company had delayed release of latest Windows XP service pack and stopped automatic updates of Vista Service Pack 1 because of compatibility problem.
Microsoft resumes XP, Vista updates
Microsoft resumes XP, Vista updates
Bink.nu reports that the XP SP3 slipstream process on a WIndows Vista machine is not working properly
While Microsoft makes users wait for the official version of Windows XP SP3 (Service Pack 3), the update has been widely distributed on pirate sites and can still be found and downloaded from Microsoft's servers.
Windows XP SP3 still AWOL, but resides on Microsoft servers
Windows XP SP3 still AWOL, but resides on Microsoft servers
Microsoft has delayed the release of a third service pack for Windows XP, blaming a compatibility issue between the software and a retail-chain-management application.
Microsoft delays release of Windows XP SP3
Microsoft delays release of Windows XP SP3
Comments by Steve Ballmer at a press conference in Europe on Thursday have led to speculation that Microsoft is reconsidering its June 30 deadline to stop selling most new Windows XP licenses. A spokeswoman from Microsoft's public relations firm said Thursday that there is no plan for a change in deadline, however.
No change in Windows XP plan despite Ballmer comment
No change in Windows XP plan despite Ballmer comment
Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer said Thursday that the company may reconsider its decision to stop selling Windows XP on June 30.
Microsoft may keep XP alive after all
Microsoft may keep XP alive after all
Thanks DosFreak. Microsoft has released Windows XP Service Pack 3 on the MSDN Subscriber Downloads website.
Windows XP Service Pack 3 on MSDN
Windows XP Service Pack 3 on MSDN
In a repeat of a February donnybrook over SP1 (Service Pack 1) for Windows Vista IT professionals and developers are blasting Microsoft's decision to withhold the final version of Windows XP SP3 (Service Pack 3) from them until after it's released to the public.
TechNet subscribers rip Microsoft over XP SP3 'farce'
TechNet subscribers rip Microsoft over XP SP3 'farce'
DailyTech takes a look at Windows XP Service Pack 3
Microsoft Monday completed work on Windows XP SP3. The company said the final code of the service pack has been released to manufacturing and now is working its way to OEMs and corporate customers. Access via Microsoft's Automatic Update feature will begin April 29.
Microsoft says XP SP3 complete, available imminently
Microsoft says XP SP3 complete, available imminently