Tablet PC Memory Leak Patched

Microsoft on Tuesday posted a fix for its Tablet PC operating system that would prevent the computers from suffering performance degradation over time. Known as a memory leak, the problem resulted from the program that detects electronic pen input. If left open, the program would suck up all available memory, forcing a reboot.

"This hotfix may receive additional testing. Therefore, if you are not severely affected by this problem, we recommend that you wait for the next Windows XP service pack that contains this hotfix," Microsoft said on the support page that includes the downloadable patch.