[JourneyOfLife]

The last day that Microsoft will support Windows XP is rapidly approaching. Micrsoft continues to warn Win XP users about the potential for security problems and urges them to upgrade to a supported version of Windows.

Here are a couple of recent articles on the issue.

Windows XP: What to Do When Microsoft Ends Its Support - WSJ.com


Avast: Windows XP users already attacked 6 times more often than Windows 7 users


What are your plans for your old Windows XP Computer?

[Kahuna32162]

I intend to keep it in a dual boot senerio to support non comparable devices and software.

[Golfingnut]

It was genius when it came out. Hurray to the Bill G staff.

[zcaveman]

When my desktop goes into the shop it is a life saver.

I will continue to use XP for my backup until the laptop dies.

I don't use it that much now. I keep it updated with the Norton fixes and MS fixes. It will be less to update after the death date.

Z

[Daveinfl]

I already installed Linux on an older system I did not want to sit and collect dust. I can surf, email, youtube pretty much everything a xp system could do and it is much harder to get a virus/spyware on it so it stays fast! I have installed it on other machines for other people and so far they love it! oh by the way, the operating system is free! Have a great day, Computer Dave.

[2BNTV]

Arguably, the best platform Microsoft put out. IMHO

April 2014, should be the cut-off point and if users want to upgrade, then you be better off buying a newer system, rather than tryiing to upgrade. IMHO

[JourneyOfLife]

Originally Posted by Daveinfl

I already installed Linux on an older system I did not want to sit and collect dust. I can surf, email, youtube pretty much everything a xp system could do and it is much harder to get a virus/spyware on it so it stays fast! I have installed it on other machines for other people and so far they love it! oh by the way, the operating system is free! Have a great day, Computer Dave.

I took the same approach on an old laptop of mine. Tested it for a few months off and on. Then started using it full-time.

I am running the firewall (gufw) and the antivirus (clamav/calmtk) on it.

ClamAV is not a real-time scanner, so there isn't much overhead unless a file scan is running. One can schedule periodic scans of the file system.

[eremite06]

95% of bank ATMs run on XP. Vulnerable to hackers. What are the banks going to do?

[JourneyOfLife]

Originally Posted by eremite06

95% of bank ATMs run on XP. Vulnerable to hackers. What are the banks going to do?

Too complicated to post... you can read this article about it.

Most ATMs will remain on Windows XP after Microsoft pulls plug on OS support - Computerworld

There are Banks and Financial Institutions...

Then there are also independently owned and operated ATMs

http://www.ffiec.gov/bsa_aml_infobas...al/olm_069.htm

[JourneyOfLife]

An article about ATMs using Windows XP.

It cites potential risk with some independently owned ATMs!!!!!

FORTUNE:
While major retailers and banks are likely to be well-prepared for the end of XP, financial systems based on the software are also in the hands of a far-reaching hodgepodge of independent ATM operators and small businesses. Despite ample warning, industry analysts and insiders agree that high cost and inconvenience will keep plenty of these smaller players running outdated software for many months to come -- with serious implications for the security of their systems.

Windows XP's retirement could put ATMs and more at risk - Fortune Tech

[Computer Corner]

If you're running an XP machine, it's probably the best idea to upgrade. However, it seems you folks are pretty savvy

As always, if you have questions about upgrading or getting a new computer shoot us a message or give us a call and we'll be happy to assist.

[patches46]

Is there anyone out there that is willing to work on an XP system repair???

[rjm1cc]

If you are not on the internet you do not have a problem.

[skyguy79]

Originally Posted by patches46

Is there anyone out there that is willing to work on an XP system repair???

Yes and his post was the one just before yours, but I would be surprised if they didn't advise you upgrade. I've used them a couple of times, was very satisfied and will continue to use them in the future.

[TVMayor]

If I have Norton, Malwarebytes and a secure network is my XP likely to be violated? Over the years Norton and Malwarebytes have notified me they have caught an intruder. XP never. I also have a Windows 8 machine which I prefer to 7. I talk to people who have never used 8 and just hate it. Bottom line I think Windows is trying to scare XP users into 8 buyers.