*
Quick Links|Home|Worldwide
Microsoft TechNet*
|TechCenters|Downloads|TechNet Program|My TechNet|Security Bulletins|Archive
Search for


Security Guidance for Windows XP

Help protect your desktop environment using the enhanced security and reliability features included in the Microsoft Windows XP operating system. Get started now with this collection of best practices and guidance, which includes settings and policy configuration information, how-to articles, and more.

On This Page
GuidesGuides
How-To ArticlesHow-To Articles
Additional TechNet Windows XP ResourcesAdditional TechNet Windows XP Resources
Additional Security ResourcesAdditional Security Resources

Guides

Microsoft Shared Computer Toolkit for Windows XP Handbook
Antivirus Defense-in-Depth Guide Overview (Updated August 25, 2004)
Identity and Access Management Series
Securing Wireless LANs with Certificate Services
Security Risk Management
Server and Domain Isolation Using IPsec and Group Policy
The Administrator Accounts Security Guide
The Patch Management Process
The Services and Service Accounts Security Planning Guide
Threats and Countermeasures
Windows Platform Common Criteria Certification
Windows XP Security Guide v2 (Updated for Service Pack 2)

How-To Articles

How To: Configure Memory Protection in Windows XP SP2
How To: Configure Windows XP SP2 Network Protection Technologies in an Active Directory Environment
How To: Perform Patch Management Using SMS
How To: Perform Patch Management Using SUS
How To: Use Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer (MBSA)

Additional TechNet Windows XP Resources

Windows XP Professional
Windows XP Service Pack 2
Desktop Deployment Center

Additional Security Resources

Global Security Centers
Developer Security Center
Computer Security at Home
 

© 2006 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Terms of Use |Trademarks |Privacy Statement
Microsoft