Can XP - I still install Service Pack 3?

I try to update Windows xp service pack 2 with service pack 3 - what I read - it has expired the 13/07/10-is in any case always update my version of windows?  What happens if I try to install the '3' without these other versions first. Other options? HELP ME :(

Steps to take before you install Windows XP Service Pack 3
http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/950717

To make sure that you have a good experience when you install Windows XP Service Pack 3 (SP3), it is always good to check whether your computer is ready for Windows XP SP3. This article gives you the components required to install Windows XP SP3. Other than these prerequisites, this article also provides suggestions to improve your experience.

In addition, this article can help you solve some common error messages that you may receive when you install Windows XP SP3.

FYI

Windows XP Service Pack 3 - file to Image CD ISO-9660:
http://www.Microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=2FCDE6CE-B5FB-4488-8C50-FE22559D164E&displaylang=en

Windows XP Service Pack 3 for developers network installation Package and the professionals (unique facilities for the PC can use the same file)
http://www.Microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=5B33B5A8-5E76-401F-BE08-1E1555D4F3D4&displaylang=en

You can keep a copy for future reinstallation.

TaurArian [MVP] 2005-2011 - Update Services

Tags: Windows

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