Features:

• Builds on the strengths of Windows 2000 and NT, making it more powerful and stable than previous operating systems.
• Supports even more devices and technologies so that you can take advantage of the next generation of hardware devices.
• Runs hundreds of programs that didn"t run on Windows 2000 and enables you to set up your system to run in compatibility mode even if a program isn"t supported by by Windows XP.
• Windows Messenger the easy way to communicate with anyone in real time, users can choose text, voice, and video with excellent performance.
• Remote Desktop allows users to create a virtual session onto their desktop computer from any Windows 95 or later based-computer, giving them remote access to all of their data and applications.
• Wireless 802.1x Networking Support provides secured access, as well as performance improvements for wireless networks.
• Remote Assistance allows users to have a peer or IT Professional remotely control their PC to demonstrate a process or help solve a problem.
• Policy-Based Desktop Management (IntelliMirror Technology) allows group policies and roaming user profiles, simplifying desktop and user management when using a Windows 2000 Server infrastructure.
• Multi-Language Support allows users to easily create, read, and edit documents in many different languages. Internet Explorer 6 includes many new and enhanced features that simplify tasks, increase reliability, and help maintain the privacy of personal information on the Web.
• Encrypting File System provides the highest level of protection from hackers and data theft by transparently encrypting files with a randomly generated key.
• User State Migration Tool can migrate a users data and application/operating settings from their old to their new desktop.
• New Task-Based Visual Design helps users navigate more easily by exposing the most common tasks through a cleaner and new visual cues.