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New networking features (a la XP SP2), security infrastructure enhancements...

New in SP-1: Includes the new networking features in Windows XP SP2 (Windows Firewall, Windows Peer-to-Peer Networking, client-side support for Wireless Provisioning Services (WPS), updates to Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6), the new Netstat -b option, enhancements to wireless LAN networking, and more) as well as server-side support for WPS and TCP/IP enhancements; Enhances security infrastructure by providing new security tools such as Security Configuration Wizard, which secures your server for role-based operations; improved defense-in-depth with Data Execution Protection; and a safe and secure first boot scenario with Post-Setup Security Update Wizard; Release Notes - Last Updated: 03.31.05
Upgrade Meter: 3

Pros: Brings Windows XP SP2's new features and enhancements to Windows Server 2003, useful collection of server enhancements and bug fixes

Cons: Not necessarily must-have upgrades for all users

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