Technical Articles

The Windows XP Embedded technical articles in the MSDN Library provide detailed technical information to help you learn Windows XP Embedded inside and out. Read articles written by community experts, including members of the Windows XP Embedded product team. These articles explore a wide range of issues in device development, with emphasis on topics that are critical to configuring, building, and deploying Windows XP Embedded-based run-time images.

For more information about Windows XP Embedded, see the Windows XP Embedded documentation in the MSDN Library.

Windows XP Embedded

Comparing TCP and SMB Connections for Windows XP Embedded-based Devices
Learn about the implementation of Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) and Microsoft SMB Protocol for Windows operating systems and their licensing restrictions for Windows XP Embedded run-time images.

Configuring a Windows XP Embedded Thin Client
Learn how to configure thin clients with Windows XP Embedded. Thin clients have become a very popular computing platform for IT departments.

Creating an Embedded Recovery Disc by Using Windows PE and SDI
Learn how to create an installable disc image for recovery, deployment, or field upgrades.

Differences Between Windows XP Embedded and Windows XP Professional
Read the latest Windows XP Embedded technical articles in the MSDN Library.

Dismounting Volumes in a Hibernate Once/Resume Many Configuration
Learn how to dismount an unprotected volume in an EWF-enabled Hibernate Once/Resume Many configuration.

Dual-Booting Tips for Windows XP Embedded
Learn tips for solving dual-boot configuration issues. Dual-booting is one of the most popular target methods used in Windows XP Embedded.

Supporting Windows XP Embedded-based Devices
Learn how to support Microsoft Windows XP Embedded-based devices, which involves servicing devices and supporting embedded device users.

Windows XP Embedded with Service Pack 2

Read the latest technical articles about Windows XP Embedded with Service Pack 2.

Introducing Windows XP Embedded with Service Pack 2
Read an overview of what Windows XP Embedded with Service Pack 2 offers for embedded device development.

Installing Windows XP Embedded with Service Pack 2
Get all the information you need for installing Microsoft Windows XP Embedded with Service Pack 2.

Servicing with Windows XP Embedded with Service Pack 2
Read about the device servicing options that Windows XP Embedded with Service Pack 2 supports.

Using SUS with Windows XP Embedded with Service Pack 2
Learn how to implement Microsoft Software Update Services as your servicing option.

Windows XP Embedded with Service Pack 1

Read technical articles about Windows XP Embedded with Service Pack 1.

Microsoft Windows XP Embedded with Service Pack 1 Technical Articles
Find technical articles about Windows XP Embedded with Service Pack 1 in the MSDN Library.

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