Windows XP Professional Technical Overview.ppt

Windows XP ProfessionalTechnical OverviewJohn WestPrincipal ConsultantMicrosoft Corp Agenda Windows Desktop Roadmap Windows XP Overview Enhanced User Experiences Windows Desktop Roadmap Windows Today Windows Family Roadmap Windows XP Overview The New Standard for Efficient and Dependable Computing Reliable foundation you can count on Security and Privacy to safeguard your information New, easier and more efficient visual design Highly responsive for handling multiple demanding tasks at once ReliablePC’s Stay Up And Running Rock Solid Foundation Built on the Windows Engine Full 32-bit architecture, protected memory model Improved Code Protection Read only data structures for key kernel components and device drivers Enhanced Device Driver Verifier Rigorous testing to ensure the highest quality for device drivers Reduced Reboot Scenarios Eliminates most scenarios that forced end users to reboot in Windows NT 4.0 and Windows 9x. ReliableResilient to Application Failure Great Platform for Applications Windows Installer Integrated service to manage software installation, removal, and repair Side by Side DLL Support Allows applications to execute their own versions of key DLL’s Windows File Protection Automatically protects key system files from being overwritten Enhanced Software Restriction Policies Allows an administrator to block application execution Secure Standards Based Security Kerberos Provides standards based security IPSec Allows for the secure transmission of data over public and private networks Protecting Local Data Encrypting File System Encrypt data to protect against unauthorized access, now supports offline folders and multiple users Smart Card Support Offers additional security, now supports terminal services Online Security Internet Connection Firewall Protect Small Business and home networks from network based attacks Enhanced Visual Design Fresh Visual Design Friendly and Welcoming Designed to allow users to get the most out of their PC Task