-------------------------------------------<br />Exploring Windows(R) XP - 2002, Issue No. 9<br />-------------------------------------------<br /><br />Welcome to the Exploring Windows(R) XP newsletter, a great way for you to stay up-to-date on what's going on in the world of Windows. To cancel your subscription to this newsletter or stop all newsletters from microsoft.com, read the directions at the bottom of this message.<br /><br />In this edition:<br />--Digital photography know-how<br />--The latest security updates<br />--Get a Windows 98 safety net<br />--Free downloads and screen savers<br /><br />--Exploring Windows XP is also available in an HTML version!<br />You can enjoy Exploring Windows XP with colorful graphics and easily clickable links. It's free for anyone with an e-mail program that accepts HTML format. (The plain text version of Exploring Windows News will remain available too.) <br />To begin receiving the HTML version of this newsletter: <br />1. Reply to this e-mail message. <br />2. Type the letters "HTML" in the Subject line.<br />3. Click Send.<br /><br />------------------------<br />WHAT'S NEW IN WINDOWS XP<br />------------------------<br /><br />--Digital photography: Get the big picture<br />No matter what your level of expertise, you'll get useful information on how Windows XP helps you make the most of digital photography.<br />
http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=7617<br /><br />--Is your system Windows XP compatible?<br />Use our handy tool to ensure your hardware and software are compatible with Windows XP. Simply type any combination of manufacturer name, product type, or model.<br />
http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=6755<br /><br />--Find the latest security updates here<br />Improved security features in Windows XP help you protect yourself and your computer when you are online. Find out how to take advantage of them and get the latest security updates.<br />
http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=6441<br /><br />--Download a free Windows XP 3D screen saver<br />When your computer is idle, this special 3D screen saver shows off the power of DirectX matched with the bright colors of Windows XP.<br />
http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=6756<br /><br />--Get Windows XP Professional now<br />Make the move. Whether you need one copy of Windows XP Professional, or thousands of copies, there's a purchase option that's right for you, just a click away.<br />
http://www.microsoft.com/canada/windowsxp/pro/howtobuy/default.asp<br /><br />--Visit the Windows XP How-to Center<br />Find out how to do it everything from making a quick upgrade or new installation to working with photos, music, and movies.<br />
http://www.microsoft.com/canada/windowsxp/pro/using/howto/default.asp<br /><br />------------------<br />OTHER WINDOWS NEWS<br />------------------<br /><br />As interesting as it is, Windows XP isn't the *only* news around. Here are more items of interest for Windows users.<br /><br />--Accessibility: It's good business<br />Just published, "Accessible Technology in Today's Business" shows that accessible solutions are available today for people with disabilities -- and that it makes good business sense to deploy them.<br />
http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=7618<br /><br />--Uh oh, Windows 98 crash again?<br />Better make sure you have a startup disk, which is necessary to start your computer when it can't start itself. Here's how to create one.<br />
http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=7619<br />Windows XP is the most reliable Windows operating system yet. Find out how laboratory tests confirmed it.<br />
http://www.microsoft.com/canada/windowsxp/pro/evaluation/whyupgrade/reliability.asp<br /><br />--Tip: Share an Internet connection in Windows Me<br />Got your home network all set up with Windows Me? With just a little more work, you can share a single Internet connection between computers.<br />
http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=7621<br />See how Windows XP has streamlined and enhanced Internet connection sharing.<br />
http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=7622<br /><br />-------------<br />TIPS & TRICKS<br />-------------<br /><br />--WUGNET Shareware Pick: SmartDraw<br />In every issue, WUGNET(R) and Microsoft feature a shareware pick demonstrating the highest standards available today in shareware for Windows XP.<br /><br />Organize and access files much faster while eliminating desktop clutter.<br />
http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=7623<br /><br />--------------------<br />ADDITIONAL RESOURCES<br />--------------------<br /><br />For information from the people who really know Windows XP, visit the Expert Zone. You'll find columns by advanced users, tips, newsgroups, and more.<br />
http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=6300<br /><br />Need help using Windows?<br />The following page lists new and recently updated Microsoft Personal Online Support articles that answer frequently asked questions about using Windows XP, Internet Explorer, and Windows Messenger.<br />
http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=4483<br /><br />To download and install the latest updates for your Windows-based computer, go to Windows Update.
http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=4485<br /><br />Check out Windows Catalog, which has the information you need about the hardware devices, software programs, and computers that work best with Windows XP.<br />
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