XP given more time by MS

Rik · Dec 23, 2008, 09:50:03

The BBC is reporting that:

QuoteMicrosoft has given yet another reprieve to its seasoned Windows XP operating system.

The cut off date for PC makers to obtain licenses for the software was 31 January 2009.

But now Microsoft has put in place a scheme that will allow the hardware firms to get hold of XP licences until 30 May 2009.

Previously Microsoft extended XP's life until 2010 - provided it was installed on netbooks and low-cost laptops.

Windows XP was originally due to disappear off shop shelves on 30 January 2008. It was to be removed so as to make way for Windows Vista which went on sale to consumers early in 2007.

Despite Microsoft's claims that Vista has sold well, consumers have reacted badly to its release.

Microsoft granted the reprieve largely because of customer's preference for XP.

Inactive · Dec 23, 2008, 09:58:04

You can't keep a good system down Rik..

Rik · Dec 23, 2008, 10:02:07

My thoughts exactly, In.

Inactive · Dec 23, 2008, 10:04:45

Should bring out the Vista Truss Group.

Rik · Dec 23, 2008, 10:09:20

As long as it's not the Visa Trust group.

kinmel · Dec 23, 2008, 10:54:08

In the end even Microsoft can't beat the market

Rik · Dec 23, 2008, 10:59:29

I bet their sweating over getting the next version right, Alan.

JB · Dec 23, 2008, 11:28:21

Quote from: Rik on Dec 23, 2008, 10:59:29
I bet their sweating over getting the next version right

Dead right Rik. I'm a confirmed XP man. I have just rebuilt and upgraded my main computer to one that is more than capable of running Vista but I took the opportunity to put XP with SP3 on and bring it up to date with the latest security patches.

I have had a play with Windows 7 and it does seem quite nice. However, the overriding impression I get is that I am too isolated from the OS, which does not suit me.

I'll resist any change from XP as long as I possibly can. Who knows, by then Linux might do everything I need instead.

Just my €2's (That's inflation for you).

Rik · Dec 23, 2008, 11:32:31

I'm with you, JB. I've resented the 'distancing' that MS have imposed between us and the OS. Ultimately, I hate being nannied and it was that aspect of Vista which I found most unacceptable.

kinmel · Dec 23, 2008, 12:03:40

Quote from: Rik on Dec 23, 2008, 11:32:31
I'm with you, JB. I've resented the 'distancing' that MS have imposed between us and the OS. Ultimately, I hate being nannied and it was that aspect of Vista which I found most unacceptable.

The same for all of us.

Sebby · Dec 23, 2008, 17:32:09

Quote from: Rik on Dec 23, 2008, 10:59:29
I bet their sweating over getting the next version right, Alan.

I'm sure you're right, Rik. Everyone can't stay on XP forever, can they?

Rik · Dec 23, 2008, 17:43:46

We can try.

Sebby · Dec 23, 2008, 19:13:27

Mac OS next for me.

Rik · Dec 23, 2008, 19:14:37

I'm beginning to think that way, Seb, certainly at notebook level.

Sebby · Dec 23, 2008, 19:16:43

Each time I look at it, it seems to make more and more sense. I ordered this book today.

Rik · Dec 23, 2008, 19:17:38

Will you explain to Sue, or do I have to do it?

Sebby · Dec 23, 2008, 19:18:32

Tell her to give me a call and I'll explain everything.

Rik · Dec 23, 2008, 19:25:04

She might be tempted to explain one or two things in return, of course.

Sebby · Dec 23, 2008, 19:30:31

Rik · Dec 23, 2008, 19:31:25

Wise, you'll live to be old yet.

D-Dan · Dec 23, 2008, 21:43:37

I say - let's get AmigaOS 4 on the PC - that'd stop the arguments

Sebby · Dec 23, 2008, 21:55:14

Find a way and I'll do it!

Rik · Dec 24, 2008, 09:24:11

I'm more a 'Bring back BBC BASIC' person myself.

Glenn · Dec 24, 2008, 09:53:19

Does that make you a John Major man, "Back to Basics"?

Rik · Dec 24, 2008, 09:54:51

Yes, just a different set of basics, Glenn.