As promised, Windows Vista (and Server 2008) SP2 ships in May

It's here, if you want it : Methods to download the latest service pack Method 1: Turn on Automatic Updates (Recommended for most users) Method 2: Check for updates on Windows Update (Same as Method 1 but not automatic) Method 3: Obtain the latest Windows Vista service pack from the Microsoft Download Center (Good to use if the computer on which you want to install the service pack is not connected to the Internet) Direct download links: Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008 Service Pack 2, 32-bit versions Five Language Standalone package for English, French, German, Japanese, or Spanish (Traditional) (384.3 MB) Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008 Service Pack 2 , 64-bit versions Five Language Standalone package for English, French, German, Japanese, or Spanish (Traditional) (577.4 MB)

Paul Thurrott

May 26, 2009

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It's here, if you want it:

Methods to download the latest service pack

Direct download links:

Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008 Service Pack 2, 32-bit versions Five Language Standalone package for English, French, German, Japanese, or Spanish (Traditional) (384.3 MB)

Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008 Service Pack 2, 64-bit versions Five Language Standalone package for English, French, German, Japanese, or Spanish (Traditional) (577.4 MB)

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Paul Thurrott

Paul Thurrott is senior technical analyst for Windows IT Pro. He writes the SuperSite for Windows, a weekly editorial for Windows IT Pro UPDATE, and a daily Windows news and information newsletter called WinInfo Daily UPDATE.

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