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Windows XP saw the introduction of ClearType anti-aliasing, which allows for better text legibility on desktop computers with LCD-TFT monitors and laptops. As the feature had negatively affected CRT monitors, it was not enabled by default. That feature is instead enabled by default in [[Windows Vista]] and later versions of Windows.
Windows XP saw the introduction of ClearType anti-aliasing, which allows for better text legibility on desktop computers with LCD-TFT monitors and laptops. As the feature had negatively affected CRT monitors, it was not enabled by default. That feature is instead enabled by default in [[Windows Vista]] and later versions of Windows.
A new keyboard layout toolbar dubbed the "Language Bar" was added to the operating system, offering the option to switch between input layouts assigned by the user. Users can now offer online assistance to other users through the [[Remote Assistance]] application, a [[Terminal Services]] client that lets support users view or control a remote Windows computer over a network or on the Internet to resolve issues.


==== Windows Explorer ====
==== Windows Explorer ====
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==== Logon screen ====
==== Logon screen ====
A simplified login screen design was also introduced, allowing easier management of multiple accounts despite only allowing five accounts at maximum. Fast user switching was also implemented alongside the reworked logon screen, allowing individuals to quickly log onto their accounts on a shared computer without needing to log out of another user's session – this functionality could only work if the new logon screen was enabled. The legacy logon prompt from Windows 2000 was largely retained in order to support domain-joined computers.
A simplified login screen design was also introduced, allowing easier management of multiple accounts despite only allowing five accounts at maximum. Fast user switching was also implemented alongside the reworked logon screen, allowing individuals to quickly log onto their accounts on a shared computer without needing to log out of another user's session – this functionality could only work if the new logon screen was enabled. The legacy logon prompt from Windows 2000 was largely retained in order to support domain-joined computers.
=== Windows Product Activation ===
[[Windows Product Activation]], a new form of digital rights management technology, was added to the operating system with the incentive of preventing [[w:software piracy|software piracy]] – every installation of Microsoft Windows is assigned a unique installation identifier to distinguish individual copies from one another. Users must activate their copy of Windows XP in order to enforce the relevant provisions of the license agreement about using the product on multiple computers. Activation was done over the internet or over an automated telephone line. If the user does not activate the operating system after the initial 30-day grace period, the user will not be unable to log onto Windows unless it is activated. If the user attempts to perform significant changes to the hardware, the license associated with the device is voided and the operating system must be re-activated.
=== Compatibility Mode ===
Compatibility modes for older applications targeting specific Windows operating systems were also added and are now activated out-of-box. This feature allows users to run older programs by selecting an earlier version of Windows that the program previously ran on, tricking them into assuming they are running under that version. Compatibility modes can be set for a program through its properties or by launching the Program Compatibility Wizard located in the [[Help and Support Center]].


==== Applications ====
==== Applications ====
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The [[Windows Picture and Fax Viewer]] was introduced, featuring support for the JPEG, BMP and PNG formats as well as out-of-box support for sent/received faxes and basic image rotation and zooming capabilities. An [[Windows Media Player 8|overhauled version]] of the [[Windows Media Player]] application was introduced, featuring a reworked user interface with improved CD and DVD playback support, [[w:digital rights management|digital rights management]] functionality, and support for tuning into online radio stations. A [[Windows Movie Maker|basic video editor]] is also included as part of the operating system.
The [[Windows Picture and Fax Viewer]] was introduced, featuring support for the JPEG, BMP and PNG formats as well as out-of-box support for sent/received faxes and basic image rotation and zooming capabilities. An [[Windows Media Player 8|overhauled version]] of the [[Windows Media Player]] application was introduced, featuring a reworked user interface with improved CD and DVD playback support, [[w:digital rights management|digital rights management]] functionality, and support for tuning into online radio stations. A [[Windows Movie Maker|basic video editor]] is also included as part of the operating system.


A new keyboard layout toolbar dubbed the "Language Bar" was added to the operating system, offering the option to switch between input layouts assigned by the user. Users can now offer online assistance to other users through the [[Remote Assistance]] application, a [[Terminal Services]] client that lets support users view or control a remote Windows computer over a network or on the Internet to resolve issues.
Full [[w:Unicode|Unicode]] support for [[WordPad]] was implemented.
 
=== Windows Product Activation ===
[[Windows Product Activation]], a new form of [[w:digital rights management|digital rights management]] technology, was added to the operating system with the incentive of preventing [[w:software piracy|software piracy]] – every installation of Microsoft Windows is assigned a unique installation identifier to distinguish individual copies from one another. Users must activate their copy of Windows XP in order to enforce the relevant provisions of the license agreement about using the product on multiple computers. Activation was done over the internet or over an automated telephone line. If the user does not activate the operating system after the initial 30-day grace period, the user will not be unable to log onto Windows unless it is activated. If the user attempts to perform significant changes to the hardware, the license associated with the device is voided and the operating system must be re-activated.


Full [[w:Unicode|Unicode]] support for [[WordPad]] was implemented.
=== Compatibility Mode ===
Compatibility modes for older applications targeting specific Windows operating systems were also added and are now activated out-of-box. This feature allows users to run older programs by selecting an earlier version of Windows that the program previously ran on, tricking them into assuming they are running under that version. Compatibility modes can be set for a program through its properties or by launching the Program Compatibility Wizard located in the [[Help and Support Center]].


==== Miscellaneous ====
=== Miscellaneous ===
Windows XP introduces an error reporting system that sends application or system crash data to Microsoft for further analysis, allowing the company to resolve bugs that lie within the operating system or related applications. Automated wireless network configuration was introduced in the operating system, allowing systems to connect to wireless access points without requiring specific configuration tools from the hardware manufacturer.
Windows XP introduces an error reporting system that sends application or system crash data to Microsoft for further analysis, allowing the company to resolve bugs that lie within the operating system or related applications. Automated wireless network configuration was introduced in the operating system, allowing systems to connect to wireless access points without requiring specific configuration tools from the hardware manufacturer.


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