The problem with finding out if you have a Microsoft code is that the search results are not always the same for you. That is because of the many different Microsoft codes that exist and even the number of code numbers can change frequently. This means that searching Microsoft support will only give you results that are three to four days old. In other words, it will tell you that you do not have a code but will not offer you any additional information.
If you would like to find out if you have a Microsoft code in Windows XP, there is a way to search for new updates. You do not have to wait for Microsoft to provide it, since the updates for XP are all available for you to view. The newest code in Windows XP is the code 80070005 and if you search for it in the Microsoft support website, you will be provided with a large list of updates that are available for Windows XP.
While all the updates are listed, they can also be filtered by category. The best part is that you can narrow down the options by searching for updates that are not relevant to you. Most people do not realize that Windows XP users are not the only ones that need updates for their system. Other applications such as Office, Web browsers, and other software, need updates as well. By searching for updates for yourself, you will be able to check on the latest code before you purchase a new system.