The graph shows the operating systems of site visitors during the year from March 15, 2011 to March 15, 2012 (click to enlarge). About “great popularity” Windows Vista(it’s blue on the chart) I won’t say - it’s well deserved. And I would like to talk about people who still stubbornly keep Windows XP on their computers.
All this reminded me a lot of the story of the end of Windows 98. In 1999, Microsoft released Windows 2000 - a real breakthrough in stability and security. However, the requirement for resources and the inability to work with many old programs and games developed for Windows 98 did not bring this OS to the computers of “ordinary” users. A little later, Microsoft was almost forced to release a continuation of its line of operating systems “for cooks”, the successor to Windows 98 - Windows Millenium Edition (Windows ME). But it didn’t catch on with the people either. WHY?
Oh, how much I've listened swear words about Windows ME.. at the same time, no one, NO ONE could clearly explain why it was so bad. Excellent built-in multimedia, updated drivers and work with a ton of new devices out of the box, increased (compared to Windows 98) security and system stability, tools automatic recovery systems - all this lured me to Windows ME, and without hesitation I installed it on my home Pentium Three. What was wrong with her? I was perplexed. A little later I realized what the problem was - you won’t believe it, they scolded Windows ME for eliminating the ability to reboot into DOS mode! People just couldn't understand that they no longer had to reboot into DOS! This understanding came to them only at the beginning of the 2000s, after the release of Windows XP.
Windows XP finally fulfilled Microsoft's long-time dream - a Windows 2000-based, stable, TRULY 32-bit operating system, this time it was intended not only for office computers- its new plastic user interface, multimedia tools, and most importantly - a compatibility tool for running programs written for Windows 98 - all this lured “home users” and allowed them to finally abandon the Windows 9x branch (95, 98, ME).
What happened next? And then it got worse. Microsoft fed drooling Longhorn fans breakfast by delaying the final release of the new operating system for another year. As a result, the final version of Windows Vista did not include even half of the new products announced during development. The system turned out to be extremely slow and greedy system resources. Windows Vista is perhaps the worst Microsoft product since '94 in terms of unfulfilled expectations. Almost everything copies of Windows Vista today functions on users' computers only due to the fact that the license for it was “paired” to the unfortunate person along with the computer in the store.
Next, Windows 7 comes onto the scene. This system could quite rightly be called Vista 1.1, or Vista Second Edition. In fact, all of its “new features” are quite vague and insignificant: the taskbar has been slightly updated, the snap functions (which more than half of the users have not yet learned to use), and insignificant updates to the main software. However, when it comes to optimizing the system, the guys from Microsoft did their best: the system is much more stable, fast and responsive than Windows Vista. Windows 7 really deserves the attention of users, and it is a worthy replacement for Windows XP.
But why is Windows XP still running on your computers? 99% of cases of “locked screens” occur in Windows XP. Today, not a single antivirus will protect you from that diversity malware that run under Windows XP. On my computers Windows clients XP every now and then either drops dead or is blocked by pseudo-altruistic “fighters against child pornography”. At the same time, I still have not seen such a neglected or blocked computer with Windows 7 (I have no doubt that this exists today, however personal experience shows that this happens at least ten times less often).
Why are you still using Windows XP, pushing it and pushing it with new updates and libraries that slow down your computer, which you simply have to install at the request of the installation wizards for new versions of programs?
If I install Firefox 1.0 from 2004 on my client, I'm sure he will be pretty outraged at what kind of "junk" I handed him. However, he is not at all embarrassed by the use of an operating system from 2001, which is already 11 years old today (!!!).
This is not a promotional article, and I myself generally prefer to use Linux. However, to you, dear Windows users, I tell you from the bottom of my heart - stop suffering from conservatism, keep up with the times - try Windows 7, and I am sure you will like it.
Hi all! I feel that after this post all sorts of “stones” will be thrown at me, because today I want to tell you that I still use Windows XP. And I don’t even ask myself such a question as ! Yes, yes, technology is developing, progress is rapidly moving forward, the largest companies in the world Information technologies offer the latest modern systems, and I’m still devoted to the old operating system.
My acquaintance with Windows XP started back in 2003, when I got my first computer. Wait, it turns out my “communication” with computers began 11 years ago! Wow! It’s a shame that I spent most of this time on computer games, watching movies and all sorts of other crap like studying, for example! I joke about studying, I didn’t waste my time on it, that’s a fact! Of these 11 years of “communication” with computers, I have been blogging for 2 whole years. How am I doing? I tried to study... But let me remind you, everything is different now! Now I know how to blog correctly! By the way, if you want, you can read my short biography.
Now you’re definitely going to throw stones at me, but I want to suggest you read a little history of the Windows XP operating system, just a couple of lines. Windows XP appeared at the end of October 2001 and was a development of the Windows 2000 operating system. The new operating system has changed significantly GUI, many new functions have been added, the system has been improved in many ways. But then this operating system was replaced by a new one, not successful in some ways, but successful in others, Windows Vista. This happened at the beginning of 2007. Then came Windows 7, then Windows 8, what next? In general, I shouldn’t have started this topic, I don’t like it!
I should get out of it, otherwise I promised, but I’m writing some kind of bullshit! Time to add some interest to this post! Now I'll tell you why I still use Windows XP.
5 reasons why I don't wonder about reinstalling Windows XP.
1. Habit
Windows XP became the first operating system that I “met” with. It was installed on my first computer 11 years ago, and is now installed on my laptop, on which I work on my blog. I still use this operating system because I got used to it. I also like the graphical interface, I know how everything works where, I can quickly eliminate errors that arise in the system. Of course, I came across the latest operating systems, but somehow I didn’t get along with them. I can’t imagine how I will work if I change the operating system? Honestly, I'm used to XP!
2. Everything suits you
Reinstall Windows XP? Why, strictly speaking, should I change the operating system? I’m happy with everything about this one too! I am satisfied with the speed of work, ease of use, and in general I am satisfied with everything! I can work with my blog, I can easily log into the blog’s administrative panel, I can edit code, process images, and so on. I can do anything blog related! Why do I need a system update? I can do without it!
3. Laziness
Well, where would we be without this? And she makes her own adjustments to mine software on the computer! Who came up with “laziness” anyway? She always gets in the way, gets into everything she doesn't ask for! But I try to fight it, although sometimes it doesn’t work! Is not main reason that my computer still has Windows XP, but there is some truth in it!
4. Outdated PC
This is not an unimportant point, since my computer, or to be more precise, my laptop, is almost 7 years old! I know, I know, it's time to change, I'm working on it! 7 years ago Windows XP was popular, which is why it ended up on my PC. That’s why it still remains, since it “corresponds” to my “hardware”! If I change my computer, I’ll think about changing the operating system, but for now I’ll use XP.
5. If everything works, then it’s better not to interfere
The golden rule of the AVTOVAZ plant! Joke!
If I decide to change the operating system on my computer, then perhaps some equipment will not be able to work, some applications will also become inoperable! I will need to update drivers, look for compatibility, and so on... Therefore, since everything is in working order, then I won’t bother!
The combination of these five factors determines my use of the Windows XP operating system today!
I'm used to it, I'm happy with everything about it, I'm a little too lazy to update the system, besides, my computer is outdated, and in general, if everything works, then why bother! I'll put it aside reinstalling Windows XP Until better times, and I will continue to use it!
That's all for today, read, use the operating system you see fit, for now everyone...
The Windows XP operating system was released on October 25, 2001, that is, thirteen years ago. Think about this number. During this time, new technologies have been born and died, private spaceships and artificial organisms have appeared, but she is still alive and, it seems, is not going to give up.
Windows XP users today resemble Old Believers who went into the deep forests and hid there from civilization and progress. They jealously preserve their ancient customs and faith in the most correct operating system. They believe that Windows XP is great and no one can replace it. Let's try to convince them.
My Windows XP computer works great
My system still works great. Why upgrade to modern Windows versions, if I can also surf the Internet, use Office, and do everything else I need? After all, almost all software supports Windows XP, one way or another. And even hardware devices have drivers for Windows XP.
Unfortunately, this is not entirely true. Microsoft's support for your operating system ends in just a few days, signaling to all manufacturers that Windows XP is dead. Some a little earlier, some a little later, but they will all stop providing support for their products for this operating system.
Security must be mentioned separately. The XP architecture by default is not a standard of security, and with the end of the process of eternal patching of holes, this system will turn into a sieve. Do you need it?
I'm used to XP and don't understand Windows 8
I've been using Windows XP for so long that I feel very comfortable here. It's like a well-worn pair of shoes you love. And this figure eight of yours completely stupefies me - there’s not even a Start button!
Yes, the Windows 8 interface is a mixed bag. Here, indeed, many things are implemented too differently, and one cannot say that they are very successful.
But there is Windows 7! It will be supported until 2020 and is a modern, secure and user-friendly operating system. Plus, there are no innovations related to touch input, and you will feel no less comfortable than in XP. In addition, you can set, for example, such a visual style, and you will not notice that anything has changed at all.
Updating takes too long
Updating your operating system is like moving to a new apartment. I have everything conveniently laid out here, but I have to save everything, reinstall it, transfer my data, what if something gets lost? Besides, settling into a new place will take more than one day, I simply cannot afford it.
Yes, it's all true. Updating the system can take time even if you know exactly what to do and how to do it. If you cannot boast of such knowledge, then you will have to turn to specialists, so, in addition to time, you will also have to lose money.
However, there are other ways. For example, Microsoft company offers a free tool, Laplink PCmover Express, that lets you save all the files, settings, and accounts from your old Windows XP computer for later use on your new computer. It is very easy to use, practically all you need to do is follow the instructions step-by-step wizard for a quick transition to a new system.
Backward software and hardware compatibility
My favorite old scanner works great on Windows XP, but I'm not sure I'll find drivers for other systems. The same applies to specific software and some games.
If you use Windows XP for personal purposes, then we can confidently say that you can find a suitable replacement for almost any application application. And old printers and scanners that have reached the end of their useful life almost certainly end up in a landfill.
The situation is much worse in the corporate sector. There may indeed be special software or hardware that is incompatible with new versions of operating systems. In this case, the update threatens with serious financial expenses or is completely impossible. The only way out that can be offered here is using Windows XP in a virtual machine, which, however, is also not always appropriate.
As you can see, among all the reasons for loyalty to Windows XP, only one is truly serious. And then, it concerns more the corporate sector. So, the Old Believers have no excuses and cannot have them. It's time to say thank you to the veteran and let him retire.
Sleep well, dear comrade!
Microsoft issued a notice to XP users announcing the end of support for the system. Fortunately, there was nothing stopping me from turning off these notifications.
Windows XP will still live on the computers of companies, government organizations, banks and other structures that have high inertia and cannot update equipment overnight, but nothing prevents home users from switching to more modern versions. And there are still more than enough such users, since the share of XP at the beginning of April was almost 28%. What options do they have now?
Interestingly, the date in the message is incorrect...
Upgrade to a new version of Windows
Perhaps this is the easiest way to keep up with modern realities. However, some Windows XP computers may not meet the minimum system requirements available for Windows 7 or Windows 8.1. Check the hardware capabilities of your PC and the requirements of the system being installed.
Upgrading to Windows 7 Pro offers one benefit for businesses running native applications designed for Windows XP, which is especially important for small businesses. Windows 7 Pro includes XP Mode, which runs virtual machine with Windows XP on a Windows 7 computer, allowing users to use legacy applications on the new system (Windows 8 does not have this mode). However, with the cessation Windows support XP Microsoft advises using Windows XP compatibility mode only if your computer is disconnected from the Internet.
Many businesses have delayed upgrading their computers due to the high cost of upgrading critically important applications for business. XP Mode is not a practical long-term solution to avoiding the transition, but it will at least help smooth out the complexity of such a transition.
Buying a new PC with new Windows
Since emergence of Windows XP Microsoft released three more versions of the operating system (Vista, 7 and 8), which gives us some idea of how much the world has changed since then. The characteristics of computers have increased significantly since the beginning of sales of systems with pre-installed XP.
Therefore, now is the right time to consider buying a new computer. Naturally, Microsoft would like you to buy Windows 8.1, and at the same time an all-in-one computer with a large touch screen and other "bells and whistles" about which old computer on XP I couldn't even dream of.
The Windows 8.1 Update, also available on April 8, brings even more features designed to make life easier for keyboard and mouse users. Perhaps now the process of adapting to the new OS will not be so traumatic for those who prefer to work on a PC using familiar methods.
Try something new
You can take advantage of this opportunity and switch to one of the new platforms that have nothing to do with Windows. The last decade has seen a shift in the way we use devices, moving away from the shackles of the desktop to more mobile solutions.
Available options include computers running OS X, iPad tablets and Android; Samsung strives to offer its own solutions for professional use by working on the KNOX platform on Android and releasing Galaxy tablets Pro. Those who prefer more familiar form factors can look towards Chromebooks based on Google's Chrome system. They cost from $200, but before you buy, try to work with them, because not everyone will like the reduced functionality.
Stay on Windows XP
If you are not afraid of viruses and hackers, you can simply stay on Windows XP indefinitely. Microsoft will continue to offer basic protection Windows security XP via Security Essentials and Malicious Software Removal Tool; both will continue to be updated until July 14, 2015. But more fundamental protection in the form of system vulnerabilities becomes a thing of the past once and for all, opening computers to ongoing attacks.
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Windows XP can still be installed and activated after support ends. Computers running Windows XP will remain functional, but will not receive Microsoft updates or receive technical support. Additionally, after this date, retail installations of Windows XP will still need to be activated.
Will it be possible to use Windows XP mode in Windows 7?
The same applies to Windows XP mode. life cycle support as for Windows XP. Extended support ended on April 8, 2014.
Which computers will receive end-of-support notification for Windows XP?
A notification will be sent to Windows XP Home and Windows XP Professional users who have chosen to receive updates through the Center Windows updates. Users in organizations where they use Windows services Server Update Services (WSUS), System Center Configuration Manager, or Microsoft Intune will not receive end-of-support notifications for Windows XP.