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merrick97   05-31-2006 at 08:39:36 AM

Hi, Im getting ready to reformat my computer, I have an XP cd that is slipstreamed with SP2 but I wanted to know if there is a way to get all of the recent critical updates so I can have them all installed before I hook up the internet?

I dont trust that site called autopatcher, because it seems like that site is more for people who dont have legit copies of windows XP.


Does anyone have ANY advice?

Thanks

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edwuave   05-31-2006 at 09:44:15 AM
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go and get a pirated one

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noblekitty   05-31-2006 at 10:58:21 AM
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I have been using the update pack from this site:
http://www.ryanvm.net/msfn/updatepack.html

and nLite.

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johnjailbait   05-31-2006 at 11:35:32 AM
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screw windows get linux its free and dont have to worry about the gay windows validation shit. linux is uber and no crashes like windows

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linux_0   05-31-2006 at 12:55:00 PM
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screw windows get linux its free and dont have to worry about the gay windows validation ****. linux is uber and no crashes like windows



I agree :-D

Have a look here:

http://forumz.tomshardware.com/sof [...] 31054.html

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http://distrowatch.com/

PM me or post in the linux section if you have any linux questions

Good Luck :-D

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linux_0   05-31-2006 at 01:01:47 PM
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screw windows get linux its free and dont have to worry about the gay windows validation ****. linux is uber and no crashes like windows


True, Microsoft wants to make money, not make good products. For gaming, I don't think Linux is the way to go.


Yes indeed :-D

You have options even for gaming with Linux, but it's true XP is easier to use for recent windoze games.

Old windoze games oftentimes run better on Linux, *BSD or Unix.

I still have some great games I can no longer play because XP broke compatibility :cry: :cry:

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Grimmy   05-31-2006 at 01:20:37 PM
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I do love linux, and it is very stable. However I also think XP by MS has been a stable OS for... at least me. My dad however, just finds stuff for me to fix on his XP :roll:

I haven't had ONE problem with my XP system.

My copy of MS was brought from Bestbuy (Upgrade to Home Edition) and it was installed way back to somewhere of the year of 2002-2003. I've never had to reinstall it.

I also should say, I don't run an anti-virus program, I am behind a router with a dummy firewall, with XP firewall, with other systems running on the private network of mine.

I have installed programs to clean my system, just to be sure I didn't have any malicious software installed from just simple browsing the internet, which I never found anything. The thing I mostly try to avoid using... Active X by MS.

One thing I think people should try to learn, is how to prevent getting crap installed on MS systems. But, people love to install stuff on their machines that they can't seem to live without.

Just my 2 cents.

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chuckshissle   05-31-2006 at 01:21:27 PM
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I think you have to install the XP then get the updates through the net. Pretty easy throught Microsoft but not when you have a spook/pirated copy of the OS. :wink:

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linux_0   05-31-2006 at 01:28:40 PM
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I do love linux, and it is very stable. However I also think XP by MS has been a stable OS for... at least me. My dad however, just finds stuff for me to fix on his XP :roll:

I haven't had ONE problem with my XP system.

My copy of MS was brought from Bestbuy (Upgrade to Home Edition) and it was installed way back to somewhere of the year of 2002-2003. I've never had to reinstall it.

I also should say, I don't run an anti-virus program, I am behind a router with a dummy firewall, with XP firewall, with other systems running on the private network of mine.

I have installed programs to clean my system, just to be sure I didn't have any malicious software installed from just simple browsing the internet, which I never found anything. The thing I mostly try to avoid using... Active X by MS.

One thing I think people should try to learn, is how to prevent getting crap installed on MS systems. But, people love to install stuff on their machines that they can't seem to live without.

Just my 2 cents.




I've had major problems with xp @home and @work and I have many friends that have had serious problems.

I guess you're one of the few lucky ppl that aren't having issues. :-)

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Grimmy   05-31-2006 at 01:32:37 PM
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Well... I wouldn't say I was lucky (though I think lady luck is on my side for now), but just an informed person that had a chance against people who want to mess up my XP. :wink:

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llama_man   05-31-2006 at 08:50:00 PM
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Ignoring the windows vs Linux debate, I shouldn't worry about connecting to the internet to get the updates if you only connect to the Microsoft site.

Just don't go looking at p0rn until you've got all your security up-to-date!

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sandmannight   05-31-2006 at 08:56:04 PM
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Yahoo or Google= Secure Site
Microsoft= Secure Site

You will be fine.

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koogco   06-01-2006 at 01:36:25 PM
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returning to the windows vs linux debat.. is linux able to play the newest games? cause if it is, you can save alot of money on that account.

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llama_man   06-01-2006 at 01:42:54 PM
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returning to the windows vs linux debat.. is linux able to play the newest games? cause if it is, you can save alot of money on that account.



No, it can't. If it could, Windows would lose a lot of customers!

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koogco   06-01-2006 at 01:46:59 PM
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i thought so :wink:

but how big is the diference betwen xp home and xp pro?
you could save a little money there, if home is good enough

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llama_man   06-01-2006 at 02:00:18 PM
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Home works fine for me. But I only use my PC for gaming, email and internet and a bit of Word and Excel.

An OEM copy of XP Home costs £50, which I think isn't unreasonable.

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Grimmy   06-01-2006 at 02:10:04 PM
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XP Pro is more designed the business world, and has more security features. Though it still can be used as a very good OS for home users for gamers.

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koogco   06-01-2006 at 02:14:24 PM
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ok ill go for home and save some money then..

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jap0nes   06-01-2006 at 03:07:51 PM
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Just don't go looking at p0rn until you've got all your security up-to-date!



exactly hahahahaahaha

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