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• Important Change to Knowledge Base Articles
  As of November 7, 2002, articles will be identified by their numeric identifier but all prefixes (such as "Q") will be removed. This change provides consistent numbering worldwide.
• Get Started Using Windows XP
  This page contains the information you need before you install Windows XP.
• Frequently Asked Questions
  Have a question? You're not alone. See the answers to the questions our support professionals hear the most.
• Windows XP Professional Topics
  Looking for advanced information like corporate deployment, domains, user migration, scripting, and network performance tuning? See our Windows XP Professional topics.
• Windows XP Support WebCasts
  Learn tips and tricks on how to use your new Microsoft product via a Support WebCast presented by a Microsoft Support Professional.
• Get Windows XP Service Pack 1
  Windows XP Service Pack 1 (SP1) provides the latest security, reliability, and performance updates to the Windows XP family of operating systems.
• Windows XP Media Center Edition Frequently Asked Questions
• Description of the Microsoft Windows Registry
• Obtaining Windows XP Setup Boot Disks
• Windows XP Documentation Update Can Help You Understand How to Make Your Computer More Secure
• How to Troubleshoot Hardware and Software Driver Problems in Windows XP
• How To Troubleshoot Windows XP Setup Problems When You Upgrade from Windows 98 or Windows Me
• How to Obtain the Latest Windows XP Service Pack

Step-by-Step Instructions & How To Articles

• Windows XP Product Activation
  Information about activating your retail version of Windows XP.
• How to Customize Windows XP
  View KB articles about customizing your computer.
• How to Set Up Your Network in Windows XP
  View KB articles about setting up and maintaining a network.
• How to Work with Music and Video in Windows XP
  View KB articles about working with music and video.
• How to Communicate in Windows XP
  View KB articles about communicating.
• How to Work with Printers in Windows XP
  View KB articles about printing.
• The Complete How-To Guide for Windows XP Professional
  View more "how-to" articles for Windows XP Professional

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• Microsoft Windows Update
  Get the latest updates for your computer's operating system, software, and hardware. Windows Update scans your computer and provides you with a selection of updates tailored just for you.

Knowledge Base Search

• Installing Windows XP
  View all of our Knowledge Base articles about installing Windows XP.
• Building or Connecting to a Network
  View all of the Knowledge Base articles we have available on networking in Windows XP.
• Configuring Your Display
  View all of the Knowledge Base articles we have available about configuring your display in Windows XP.
• Working with Sound
  View all of the Knowledge Base articles we have available about working with sound in Windows XP.
• Working with Music and Video
  View all of the Knowledge Base articles we have available about working with music and video in Windows XP.
• Printing and Faxing in Windows XP
  View all of the Knowledge Base articles we have available about printing and faxing in Windows XP.
• Accessibility in Windows XP
  View all of the Knowledge Base articles we have available about accessibility in Windows XP.
• Working with Pictures
  View all of the Knowledge Base articles we have available about working with pictures in Windows XP.

Additional Resources & Related Sites

• Windows XP Expert Zone
  Visit the official online community for Windows XP for helpful tips on getting the most out of Windows XP.
• Recommended Books for End Users on Windows XP
• Do Amazing Things with Windows XP
  Learn how to do amazing things with Windows Media Player, Windows Movie Maker, Windows Messenger, and digital photography in Windows XP.
• Windows XP Home Edition Home Page
• Internet Explorer 6 Support Center
• Windows Messenger Support Center
• Windows XP Professional Home Page

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• Frequently Asked Questions about Microsoft Product Activation
• Description of Microsoft Product Activation

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