Re: SP2 and Anti virus programs

From: Carey Frisch [MVP] (cnfrisch_at_nospamgmail.com)
Date: 09/27/04 

Date: Sun, 26 Sep 2004 22:52:08 -0500

Microsoft does not offer its own virus protection at all.
The Windows Security Center only monitors third-party
antivirus programs, XP's built-in firewall or third-party
firewall, and the status of automatic Windows Updates.

Frequently asked questions about Windows Security Center
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;883792&Product=windowsxpsp2 

-- 
Carey Frisch
Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
Be Smart!  Protect Your PC!
http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/protect/default.aspx
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"William" wrote:
| If SP2 is providing all the protection you need, do we 
| still need to use a third prty product like McAffee to 
| protect the system?

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