Considering that we use computers more and more in conjunction with ham
radio equipment, I would think that some computer related discussion would
be on topic, especially pertaining to accessibility of ham radio related
computer software and hardware.

Andy
At 10:24 PM 2/8/2005, you wrote:
>Ohn no we are not going off topic again are we?!
>This is a radio list. Please keep to the point.
>
>-----Original Message-----
>From: Blind-Hams For blind ham radio operators
>[mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Harvey Heagy
>Sent: 09 February 2005 06:17
>To: [log in to unmask]
>Subject: Re: Xp-home
>
>I believe the editions of Windows XP Home now include Service Pack 2 =
>without
>you having to download it or order a separate disc.
>Harvey (N.5.H.A.U.)
>----- Original Message -----
>From: "Steve" <[log in to unmask]>
>To: <[log in to unmask]>
>Sent: Tuesday, February 08, 2005 10:08 PM
>Subject: Re: Xp-home
>
>
> > Nah, Gary, it doesn't put you closer to the Pro version.
> >
> > Let me put it simply:  If you want continued security and support =
>updates
> > from
> > Microsoft, you need SP2.  I've installed it on three machines with no
> > problems
> > with JFw.  I do know some folks who have had problems, but by and =
>large,
> > there
> > haven't been many.  It gives you much better security, and protection
> > against
> > pop-ups than SP1 that I wouldn't hesitate to advise installing it.
> >
> > Steve
> > K8SP
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: "tillfam3" <[log in to unmask]>
> > To: <[log in to unmask]>
> > Sent: Tuesday, February 08, 2005 10:31 PM
> > Subject: Xp-home
> >
> >
> > Hi All.  Getting ready to upgrade to Xp home.  I understand that I can =
>use
> > the current application of JAWS.  I have heard of someone adding the
> > service
> > pack two to their XP home addition.  Should I stay away from this???  =
>For
> > I
> > have heard that it puts you closer to XP-Pro,  Is that right??  Thanks =
>to
> > all if you can shed some light..  Gary KB2YAA
> >