Windows XP SP3 is finally here for those that use Windows Update, and here is a direct link to the stand-alone version of SP3 for x86 XP systems (32 bit). Thanks Bink! Neowin reader WindowsNT says: "There won"t be a 64bit version until Windows Server 2003 hits SP3 since they share the same code base."
Here is an interesting article regarding SP3 performance, ignoring the fact that Vista SP1 is still faster than XP SP2/SP3 users will enjoy a performance boost over SP2. When will people learn that Vista ain"t all bad!
Windows® XP Service Pack 3 (SP3) includes all previously released updates for the operating system. This update also includes a small number of new functionalities, which do not significantly change customers" experience with the operating system. This white paper summarizes what is new in Windows XP SP3.
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Additional languages:
- Windows XP SP3 for Chinese Traditional, 32 Bit Systems
- Windows XP SP3 for Spanish, 32 Bit Systems (308 MB)
- Windows XP SP3 for German, 32 Bit Systems (313 MB)
- Windows XP SP3 for Polish, 32 Bit Systems
- Windows XP SP3 for French, 32 Bit Systems
Thanks to our readers for submitting the different language stand-alone installers!
Known issues:
On some hardware configurations, you may encounter the Windows XP SP3 BSoD Endless Reboot Loop with Stop c0000139 on GDI32.dll Error, follow this guide to repair your XP installation. Thanks daPhoenix for the tip!