Windows To Add New Security Tools With XP Service Pack 2
Friday February 27, 2004
In addition to the Execution Protection Technology which will work in conjunction with newer AMD and Intel CPU's to prevent buffer overflow attacks, Service Pack 2 also includes the Security Service Center. The Windows Security Service Center will check the system to determine if an antivirus and firewall program are enabled and whether or not the Windows Automatic Updates is turned on. The user will be warned if these things are not enabled and advised that these things are recommended. Other proposed features include anti-spam technology, a pop-up blocker for Internet Explorer and Active Protection Technology. For more information read this article on Bill Gates keynote speech at the RSA Conference: Gates Touts Windows XP Service Pack 2 At Security Show.