The Death of Windows XPEnd of the line for venerable operating system

Dr. Jan VanderpoolEmail-vanderj@wlac.edu

Microsoft HistoryOperating System Defined

the software that supports a computer's basic functions, such as scheduling tasks, executing applications, and controlling peripherals.

Common Operating Systems

•Microsoft WindowsWindows XPWindows VistaWindows 7Windows 8

•Apple OS

•Linux

The coming stormData thieves and hackers; barbarians at the gate

Microsoft Windows Fact Sheet

•End of Sales

•The date when a particular version of Windows is no longer available to retailers or Original Equipment Manufacturers

•End of Support

•Refers to the date when Microsoft no longer provides automatic fixes, updates, or online technical assistance.

Fact Sheet

Windows XP Extended Support

Windows XP

Microsoft officially ends all technical support for Windows XP on April 8th 2014.

There are 45 million lines of code that comprise Windows XP and each line may contain a potential security breach point.

OptionsOption 1-Do nothingIf you continue to use Windows XP after support ends, your

computer will still work but it might become more vulnerable to security risks and viruses. Also, as more software and hardware manufacturers continue to optimize for more recent versions of Windows, you can expect to encounter greater numbers of apps and devices that do not work with Windows XP

Option 2-Upgrade your operating systemVery few older computers will be able to run Windows 8.1,

which is the latest version of Windows. We recommend that you download and run the Windows Upgrade Assistant to check if your PC meets the system requirements for Windows 8.1 and then follow the steps in the tutorial to upgrade if your PC is able. For more detailed information, read the FAQ

OptionsOption 3-Purchase a new computer

Things to consider

•Desktop, Laptop or Tablet

•Microsoft , Apple or Android

•64 bit or 32 bit O/S

•Touch screen

•RAM

•Hard disk

•Applications

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