Where can I get an upgrade to a level of XP that will allow me to upgrade service packs and offer a support band?

first version of xp do not have access to broadband

I reformatted my old computer as a second computer to the new computer that we received.  the version of XP that came with the computer is so old, it of broadband and does not have the ability to get online (FIOS).  so I know I need to get by the next generation of XP loaded.  This version has the service pack 1a.  This download on CD or a stick to get the XP computers at a level that I can continue the XP upgrade online?

Thank you

Stuart

Two different questions, Stuart.

1. by all means, it is certainly important to install SP3 and then install all updates of up-to-date security post-SP3. It's absolutely crucial to do this will greatly reduce you your chances of getting malware!

2. However, the SP3 upgrade won't fix your lack of Internet connectivity. You have not provided enough information. We do not know how it is physically connected for example or what are the settings of your router. The most likely reason for what you describe is still, you forgot to install the drivers for your hardware! Once you do this, your Ethernet connection should work. (If not, then he is one of the other issues mentioned above.)

So, here's your homework:

1 let us know the brand, model and model number of your old PC.

2. tell us the method you to "reformat".

3. go to the Device Manager and let us know of all the elements that have question marks next to them. There are several ways to do so. One way is to right click on desktop and select manage, then click on Device Manager.

4. If you can do it yourself, visit the web site of the manufacturer of the PC to download the drivers you need to install later. If not, don't worry; We will help you.

5. temporarily disable the automatic updates (using the control panel).

6 download the SP3 Setup file so that you can install it offline later:

http://www.Microsoft.com/download/en/details.aspx?ID=24

7 download the IE8 Setup file so that you can install after installing SP3 also when you are offline:

http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Internet-Explorer/downloads/IE

8. also, let us know what anti-virus program you plan to install. This installation file needs to be on hand as well. After the back if you want suggestions/advice. For now, I will recommend you avoid Norton and McAfee and use Avira AntiVir or Microsoft Security Essentials.

Once you have installed the necessary drivers, you will be able to physically disconnect from the Internet, install SP3, reboot, install IE8, restart TWICE, install your antivirus program, physically reconnect to the Internet, then download and install all post-SP3 security updates. To do this, go here:

http://windowsupdate.Microsoft.com/

Note that some people have had problems with these updates lately. If this happens to you, too, you must first install the standalone Update Agent:

http://download.windowsupdate.com/WindowsUpdate/redist/standalone/7.4.7600.226/WindowsUpdateAgent30-x86.exe

Finally, turn on the automatic updates (in Control Panel).

(More involved than you thought it would be, huh?)

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