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End of XP

Forget Windows 7 & 8, Replace XP With Linux Ubuntu

Posted on February 3, 2014 by cynmackley

How does a free alternative to Windows XP sound? With Microsoft pulling support, now's the time to think about switching from Wndos to Linux.

Posted in File & Disk Management, Free DownloadsTagged End of XP, linux, Ubuntu, windows xpLeave a comment

In The News: 01-31-2014

Posted on January 30, 2014 by cynmackley

In The News 01-31-2014 - The majority of ATMs are still running XP, Verizon cuts data plan prices and good news for fans of the Windows 8 desktop mode.

Posted in Smartphones, Windows 8Tagged End of XP, in the news, microsoft, smartphone, Verizon, Windows 8.1, windows xpLeave a comment

End Of XP Angst

Posted on January 29, 2014 by cynmackley

The debate over the end of XP goes on. Why some people won't switch and why they should.

Posted in Computer Terms, File & Disk Management, Security HelpTagged End of XP, windows xp, XP lifecycleLeave a comment

Can I Buy My Own Security For XP?

Posted on January 22, 2014 by cynmackley

Nina is hoping that she can buy her own security protection for Windows XP. We explain why that won't work.

Posted in Security HelpTagged End of XP, microsoft, security, windows, windows xpLeave a comment

End Of XP: New Computer Is Too Expensive

Posted on January 21, 2014 by cynmackley

Eleanor knows it's time to upgrade from XP, but can't afford a new computer. What are her options?

Posted in File & Disk Management, Hardware & PeripheralsTagged computer, End of XP, laptop, microsoft, tablet, windows xpLeave a comment

Will AVG Keep My XP Computer Safe?

Posted on January 14, 2014 by cynmackley

Alice is hoping AVG antivirus will keep her XP computer safe after Microsoft ends support.

Posted in Security HelpTagged antivirus, AVG, End of XP, security, windows, windows xp, XP lifecycleLeave a comment

XP Hold-Out – What Are My Options?

Posted on January 13, 2014 by cynmackley

Jim doesn't want to shell out $400 for a new computer for e-mail and web-browsing. We've got a less expensive solution.

Posted in Android, Windows 8Tagged android, chromebook, End of XP, tablet, windows 8, windows xpLeave a comment

Stop Scaring People About XP!

Posted on January 7, 2014 by cynmackley

Luca says it's time to stop scaring people about XP. We explain why we're sounding the warning bells.

Posted in File & Disk Management, Security HelpTagged End of XP, windows xp, XP lifecycleLeave a comment

Microsoft Warns Of New XP Vulnerability

Posted on December 17, 2013 by cynmackley

Microsoft is warning about new reports of a vulnerability in a kernel component of Windows XP (and also in Windows Server 2003).

Posted in Security HelpTagged End of XP, security, windows, windows xpLeave a comment

Can I Upgrade My Windows XP Tablet?

Posted on December 9, 2013 by cynmackley

Janice wants to know about options for upgrading a Windows XP tablet.

Posted in File & Disk Management, Hardware & Peripherals, Windows 8Tagged End of XP, tablet upgrade, tablets, Windows XP Tablets, XP lifecycleLeave a comment

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