Windows Vista Service Pack 2 is ready for download and deployment. It will be available next week via the Windows Update site. That is not the case at the time of this entry. The current availability must be installed manually.
Things to Know About Microsoft Service Pack 2 for Windows Vista Before Installing On Your Computer
Microsoft’s FAQ section posts the benefits of SP2 are “security and manageability, overall system performance, and streamlined planning and deployment.” In other words, network administrators and nerds will get the most charge out of it. However, we recommend our customers wait to install the update. Microsoft has a history of checking the bugs out once the updates are sent to the public. That is a bit tongue-and-cheek.
It is impossible to account for all potential bugs that may exist. Let the ultra nerds with steroids burn their computers with the update. Once a week or so goes by there should be plenty of news posts on the success or failure of SP2. Of course, we will install it on our shop systems for testing and will report back to you the results.
The final benefit of SP2 is the revision of hardware drivers. This benefit provides the successful installation for newer hardware that was released after Vista was released to the market. Without the proper updates the user is left with going to the manufacturer and downloading the updated drivers.
You may download Microsoft’s Vista Service Pack 2 here. If you have questions, feel free to contact Net-Net Tech, LLC here in St. Louis. We service networks, computer, and data management and repair throughout the Saint Charles and St. Louis, MO region. Our number is 314-563-002 or 636-533-0150.
