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JSI Tip 9290. What are the top 10 reasons to install Windows Server 2003 SP1?

The Top 10 Reasons to Install Windows Server 2003 SP1 are:

 Reduce your server's attack surface.
 Help protect newly installed servers.
 Get firewall protection from startup to shutdown.
 Bolster your defenses with "no execute" hardware support and software.
 Help protect your system services with stronger default settings and reduced privileges.
 Isolate out-of-date virtual private network (VPN) assets.
 Monitor and audit your Internet Information Services (IIS) configuration settings.
 Windows Firewall Policy Management.
 Help secure Internet Explorer.
 Avoid potentially unsafe e-mail.
The Microsoft 'Top 10 Reasons to Install Windows Server 2003 SP1' page contains:



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