Service Pack 2 & Frontpage 2003

[- \(James\)]

Hello,

There is a lot of prep before installing Microsoft's XP Service Pack #2 that
was last updated January 14, 2005. Additionally, I am to understand that a
lot of software simply will not run with the new service pack. However, I
have not found one single update for FrontPage 2003 in regards to the new
service pack 2, nor have I ever found a single update for FrontPage 2003,
such as drivers or flaw updates, or minor version improvements.

For all those (like me) who have yet to install the new service pack #2 from
MS, you must "CAREFULLY" read all of the information on the procedure from
both MS as well as the manufacturer of your computer before installing the
new service pack #2. If you outright install the new service pack #2, your
computer will become quite ill. Either follow "ALL" of the instructions of
which is somewhat involved or simply don't install the new service pack #2
at all. You have been warned. Be sure to visit
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/bulletin/ms04-028.mspx for a
preliminary list of update you "MUST"perform long before you install the new
service pack #2. But still, nothing is found for FP 2003 despite issue found
below.

(((Should I install the new service pack #2 or should I not?))) I am running
Win XP Home Media Version


Thank you in advance for your time.

- James





Here is what I have found so far below in regards to concerns. But note, the
concerns found below may be the result of an incorrect installation of the
new service pack #2 rather than conflicts.

The following issues were found posted in NG's and cut and pasted here.
Do these problems still exist with the latest version of Service Pack 2?



Hover buttons not working after XP Service Pack 2

Problems with FrontPage after installing xp service pack 2

"I have 2 banner ads on my web that work fine until I install Service Pack
2"




(Now this bulletin is interesting as follows)
Caveats: If you have installed any of the affected programs or affected
components listed in this bulletin, you should install the required
security update for each of the affected programs or affected
components. This may require the installation of multiple security
updates. See the FAQ section of this bulletin for more information.

.. FrontPage® 2002
.. FrontPage® 2003


Follow link below for complete list.


http://groups-beta.google.com/group...64cbb75?q=Service+Pack+2+&+Frontpage+2003&_do
ne=%2Fgroups%3Fq%3DService+Pack+2+%26+Frontpage+2003%26&_doneTitle=Back+to+S
earch&&d#10738eb7c64cbb75

 

[Thomas A. Rowe]

As long as you have a clean install* of Windows XP and have applied SP1 and all other Updates, then
you will have no problems install SP2 and installing or continuing to run Office 2003 or individual
application.

All applications that run under Windows 2000 or Windows XP should work without problems with the
exception of Disk Utilities and Anti-Virus application.

Means that you did not upgrade to Windows XP from a prior version of Windows.
--
==============================================
Thomas A. Rowe (Microsoft MVP - FrontPage)
WEBMASTER Resources(tm)

FrontPage Resources, WebCircle, MS KB Quick Links, etc.
==============================================

 

[Wes]

I'll speak for myself here, but I have not experienced one single problem
with SP2 that wasn't a user option or setting. Before installing, a good
cleanup, chkdsk, and derfag probably will help. (and won't hurt either) Of
course you should back up your data files and continue to do so
periodically.

My WIN XP was an upgrade installed over 98..no problems there either.

I don't know if there were any FP2003 updates.

 

[- \(James\)]

A "BIG" thank you.

Brand new Western Digital 250 gig HD, new XP install with service pack 1,
using somewhat New HP Pavilion m400 3.0 KHz.

Take care and thanks for the fast response!

- James

 

[- \(James\)]

Hello,

Your candor is greatly appreciated.

Thank you for your input.

I just defragged, full system virus scan and will repeat just before
installing service pack 2.

I just bought an external 250GB Media Center External Hard Drive by Western
Digital for automated back up and restore and to help meet my media needs.
http://www.microcenter.com/single_product_results.phtml?product_id=0169867

Have a wonderful day!

-James

 

[Tom Pepper Willett]

....I, too, have experienced no problems. Not even a user option or setting.

You must definately run the anti spyware programs to make sure you are
devoid of spyware.

--
===
Tom "Pepper" Willett
Microsoft MVP - FrontPage
---
About FrontPage 2003:
http://office.microsoft.com/home/office.aspx?assetid=FX01085802
FrontPage 2003 Product Information:
http://www.microsoft.com/office/frontpage/prodinfo/default.mspx
Understanding FrontPage:
http://msdn.microsoft.com/office/understanding/frontpage/
===
| I'll speak for myself here, but I have not experienced one single problem
| with SP2 that wasn't a user option or setting. Before installing, a good
| cleanup, chkdsk, and derfag probably will help. (and won't hurt either)
Of
| course you should back up your data files and continue to do so
| periodically.
|
| My WIN XP was an upgrade installed over 98..no problems there either.
|
| I don't know if there were any FP2003 updates.
|
| | > Hello,
| >
| > There is a lot of prep before installing Microsoft's XP Service Pack #2
| > that
| > was last updated January 14, 2005. Additionally, I am to understand that
a
| > lot of software simply will not run with the new service pack. However,
I
| > have not found one single update for FrontPage 2003 in regards to the
new
| > service pack 2, nor have I ever found a single update for FrontPage
2003,
| > such as drivers or flaw updates, or minor version improvements.
| >
| > For all those (like me) who have yet to install the new service pack #2
| > from
| > MS, you must "CAREFULLY" read all of the information on the procedure
from
| > both MS as well as the manufacturer of your computer before installing
the
| > new service pack #2. If you outright install the new service pack #2,
your
| > computer will become quite ill. Either follow "ALL" of the instructions
of
| > which is somewhat involved or simply don't install the new service pack
#2
| > at all. You have been warned. Be sure to visit
| > http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/bulletin/ms04-028.mspx for a
| > preliminary list of update you "MUST"perform long before you install the
| > new
| > service pack #2. But still, nothing is found for FP 2003 despite issue
| > found
| > below.
| >
| > (((Should I install the new service pack #2 or should I not?))) I am
| > running
| > Win XP Home Media Version
| >
| >
| > Thank you in advance for your time.
| >
| > - James
| >
| >
| >
| >
| >
| > Here is what I have found so far below in regards to concerns. But note,
| > the
| > concerns found below may be the result of an incorrect installation of
the
| > new service pack #2 rather than conflicts.
| >
| > The following issues were found posted in NG's and cut and pasted here.
| > Do these problems still exist with the latest version of Service Pack 2?
| >
| >
| >
| > Hover buttons not working after XP Service Pack 2
| >
| > Problems with FrontPage after installing xp service pack 2
| >
| > "I have 2 banner ads on my web that work fine until I install Service
Pack
| > 2"
| >
| >
| >
| >
| > (Now this bulletin is interesting as follows)
| > Caveats: If you have installed any of the affected programs or affected
| > components listed in this bulletin, you should install the required
| > security update for each of the affected programs or affected
| > components. This may require the installation of multiple security
| > updates. See the FAQ section of this bulletin for more information.
| >
| > . FrontPage® 2002
| > . FrontPage® 2003
| >
| >
| > Follow link below for complete list.
| >
| >
| >
http://groups-beta.google.com/group...64cbb75?q=Service+Pack+2+&+Frontpage+2003&_do
| >
ne=%2Fgroups%3Fq%3DService+Pack+2+%26+Frontpage+2003%26&_doneTitle=Back+to+S
| > earch&&d#10738eb7c64cbb75
| >
| >
|
|

 

[Steve Easton]

The updates for FrontPage 2003 are contained in the Office updates.
First: KB842532 also known as Office 2003 SP1 dated July 28, 2004
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/...a6-7cb1-4f61-837e-5f938254fc47&displaylang=en

Second: KB838905 Office 2003 Security Update dated September 20, 2004
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/...99-1ba9-4035-94c5-2a7fa90e5971&displaylang=en


--
Steve Easton
Microsoft MVP FrontPage
95isalive
This site is best viewed............
........................with a computer

 

[- \(James\)]

Hi Tom,

Like many thanks and then some. Your input is very calming

Best wishes for a great year!

- James

 

[- \(James\)]

Hi Steve,

Great to hear from you. I over looked this link and I cannot say thank
enough in helping me to keep my professional office life of computers
running smoothly. I'm begging the MS Office update from the link you
provided.

The very best to you for a healthy new-year.

- James