XP End of Support: The World Reacts
This Tuesday April 8th 2014 was a notable day in the history of Microsoft, and indeed the IT industry. It was the day that Microsoft officially ceased supporting Windows XP, first announced several years ago.
As a final farewell to the trusty old OS, we take a look at its last day in tweets, including advice, analysis and a ballad. Yes, really.
If you're in the market for a new system or are working on your business' migration, we have a whole range of resources, guides and offers to help you make the move. Here's a handy selection to get you started:
- Find out more about End of Support and what it means;
- 'Get Modern' and get up to 20% off your next upgrade;
- Visit the Windows Client pages on TechNet for business Migration and Deployment guidance;
- Download Windows 8.1 from the TechNet Evaluation Centre, free for 90 days;
- Watch the Windows User Group's videos on performing tasks in XP vs. Windows 8;
- Get up to speed with free training on Microsoft Virtual Academy - Migrating from Windows XP to 8.1 or Windows XP to 7.
So without further ado, over to you, world.