[access-uk] Re: Microsoft says goodbye to support for Windows XP and Office 2003 in April
- From: Saqib Hussain <Saqib500@xxxxxxxxxxx>
- To: "access-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx" <access-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Tue, 1 Apr 2014 09:21:50 +0100
Hi. Could tell me if Windows 8 has it's own anti-virus protection as I don't
think you can download Microsoft Security Essentials for it!
> On 30 Mar 2014, at 15:37, "Jackie Brown" <thebrownsplace@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> wrote:
>
> For those who don't already know this, or would like to read more about what
> it will mean for people running these products, please feel free to read the
> below.
>
> Text follows:
>
> Support for Windows XP ends in: 9Days:10Hours :28Minutes :40SecondsWhat is
> end of support?
> After 12 years, support for Windows XP will end on April 8, 2014. There will
> be no more security updates or technical support for the Windows XP
> operating system. It is very important that customers and partners migrate
> to a modern operating system such as Windows 8.1. Customers moving to a
> modern operating system will benefit from dramatically enhanced security,
> broad device choice for a mobile workforce, higher user productivity, and a
> lower total cost of ownership through improved management capabilities.
>
> Support for Office 2003 also ends on April 8, 2014.
> What does this mean?
> It means you should take action. After April 8, 2014, Microsoft will no
> longer provide security updates or technical support for Windows XP.
> Security updates patch vulnerabilities that may be exploited by malware and
> help keep users and their data safer. PCs running Windows XP after April 8,
> 2014, should not be considered to be protected, and it is important that you
> migrate to a current supported operating system - such as Windows 8.1 - so
> you can receive regular security updates to protect their computer from
> malicious attacks.
>
> Read the Windows lifecycle fact sheet to learn more.
> How do I migrate off Windows XP?
> Enterprise Customers:
> Microsoft offers large organizations (500+ employees) in-depth technical
> resources, tools, and expert guidance to ease the deployment and management
> of Windows, Office and Internet Explorer products and technologies. To learn
> more about migration and deployment programs, please contact your Microsoft
> sales representative or Certified Microsoft Partner. Learn how to pilot and
> deploy a modern desktop yourself by visiting the Springboard Series for
> Windows 8.1.
>
> Small to Medium Business:
> There are many options for small and medium businesses considering moving to
> a modern PC with the latest productivity and collaboration tools. Small to
> mid-size organizations (<500 employees) should locate a Microsoft Certified
> Partner to understand the best options to meet their business needs. If your
> current PC meets the system requirements for Windows 7 or Windows 8.1, you
> can buy Windows 7 Professional or Windows 8.1 Pro from a local retailer or
> Microsoft Certified Partner. If your PC does not meet system requirements,
> consider purchasing a new business PC with Windows 8.1 Pro.
>
> Home PC Users:
> To stay protected after support ends, you have some options. The first
> option is to upgrade your current PC. Very 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. You can also purchase a new PC. If your current PC can't run
> Windows 8.1, it might be time to consider shopping for a new one. Be sure to
> explore our great selection of new PCs. They're more powerful, light weight,
> and stylish than ever before-and with an average price that's considerably
> less expensive than the average PC was 10 years ago.
>
> Potential risks of staying with Windows XP
> Running Windows XP SP3 in your environment after April 8, 2104 may expose
> you to potential risks, such as:
>
> Security:
> Without critical Windows XP security updates, your PC may become vulnerable
> to harmful viruses, spyware, and other malicious software which can steal or
> damage your business data and information. Anti-virus software will also not
> be able to fully protect you once Windows XP itself is unsupported.
>
> Compliance:
> Businesses that are governed by regulatory obligations such as HIPAA may
> find that they are no longer able to satisfy compliance requirements. More
> information on HHS's view on the security requirements for information
> systems that contain electronic protected health information (e-PHI) can be
> found here (HHS HIPAA FAQ - Security Rule).
>
> Lack of Independent Software Vendor (ISV) Support:
> Many software vendors will no longer support their products running on
> Windows XP as they are unable to receive Windows XP updates. For example,
> the new Office takes advantage of the modern Windows and will not run on
> Windows XP.
>
> Hardware Manufacturer support:
> Most PC hardware manufacturers will stop supporting Windows XP on existing
> and new hardware. This will also mean that drivers required to run Windows
> XP on new hardware may not be available.
> Frequently Asked Questions
> Can Windows XP still be activated after April 8, 2014?
> Windows XP can still be installed and activated after end of support.
> Computers running Windows XP will still work but they won't receive any
> Microsoft Updates or be able to leverage technical support. Activations will
> still be required for retail installations of Windows XP after this date as
> well.
>
> Can Windows XP Mode in Windows 7 still be used in Windows XP?
> Windows XP Mode follows the same support lifecycle as Windows XP, extended
> support will end April 8, 2014.
>
> Will MED-V be supported after April 8, 2014?
> Windows XP used with MED-V follows the same support cycle as Windows XP,
> support ends April 8th, 2014.
>
> Will Microsoft Security Essentials be supported after April 8, 2014?
> Microsoft Security Essentials will not be available for download on Windows
> XP after April 8, 2014. If you already have Microsoft Security Essentials
> installed, you will continue to receive anti-malware signature updates
> through July 14, 2015. However, please note that PCs running Windows XP
> after April 8, 2014 should not be considered protected.
>
> Will Microsoft's Malicious Software Removal Tool be supported after April 8,
> 2014?
> Microsoft's Malicious Software Removal Tool is aligned with the company's
> anti-malware engines and signatures, and as such the removal tool will
> continue to be provided for Windows XP through July 14, 2015. However, any
> PC running Windows XP after April 8, 2014 should not be considered protected
> as there will be no security updates for the Windows XP operating system.
>
> Will System Center, Windows Intune, and Microsoft Deployment Toolkit still
> support Windows XP?
> While customers may continue to use System Center, Windows Intune, and the
> Microsoft Deployment Toolkit to manage and deploy Windows XP past April 8,
> 2014, those products will no longer support Windows XP, and any technical
> issues which may arise will not be addressed.
>
> What about Windows XP Embedded?
> See the Windows Embedded product lifecycle page and Microsoft Support for
> more information on Windows XP Embedded lifecycles.
>
> Will existing updates still be available via Windows Update after April 8,
> 2014?
> Yes, all existing Windows XP updates and fixes will still be available via
> Windows Update and WSUS.
>
> Will Internet Explorer 8 still be supported on Windows XP?
> As a component of Windows, Internet Explorer follows the support lifecycle
> of the Windows operating system on which it is installed on. More
> information is available at Microsoft Support.
>
> Which machines will receive the Windows XP End of Support notification?
> The notification will be sent to users of Windows XP Home and Windows XP
> Professional who have elected to receive updates via Windows Update. Users
> in organizations using Windows Server Update Services (WSUS), System Center
> Configuration Manager, or Windows Intune will not receive the Windows XP end
> of support notification.
> Additional resources
>
> Jumpstart your Windows XP migration with Microsoft Services
> Learn more about Windows 8.1 deployment
> Visit the Springboard series on TechNet for additional technical guidance
> Learn about the Microsoft device buyback program
> Download the free Microsoft Deployment Toolkit
> Learn more about Windows 7 deployment
> Ask a question: Windows XP IT Pro forum
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