While Microsoft was supposed to release Windows XP Service Pack 3 (SP3) on April 29, 2008, the service pack only became unofficially available on the download.windowsupdate.com domain. Today, XP SP3 has officially hit the Release to Web (RTW) milestone. In other words, SP3 is available both on Windows Update and the Microsoft Download Center.

The final build of SP3 (5512) reportedly includes 1,073 fixes, including every security update, out-of-band release, and hotfix released since Windows XP SP2 hit Microsoft's servers back in August 2004. The release notes for SP3 have also been updated, as has the MUI pack. Also, make sure you know what to do with your version of Internet Explorer before installing the service pack.

News source: ArsTechnica
View: XP SP3 Release Notes
Download: Network Installation Package | XP SP3 - ISO CD Image | XP SP3 Checked Build | Windows Update
 

Name: skl	Comment: I want to buy a new PC and undecided whether to install window vista or window xp. Can u tell which one is a better os? TQ
Rated Article: Posted: 2008-05-08 15:03:08

Name: Marcus	Comment: On the SP3 installation splash screen step 2, please take a little time to read "What to know before installing Service Pack 3" link... I almost fell from chair when it still says " More information about installing SERVICE PACK 2" in the article details.
Rated Article: Posted: 2008-05-08 08:35:46

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