Beginner - Advanced Level Users.
Windows XP Professional is Microsoft's latest version of its client operating system, the successor of Windows 2000 Professional. Exciting new features include a new user interface, Internet Explorer 6, Media Player 8, enhanced laptop support, increased virus protection and the System Restore utility.
To address the needs of business users, Windows XP Professional also includes advanced networking features such as improved online conferencing, Internet Connection Firewall, remote access, encryption, security for virtual private networks, and system administration tools.