Windows XP end-of-support deadline is less than 1 year away

In April 2014, Microsoft will end support of Windows XP. The 12-year-old operating system was the standard operating system offered on new PCs from 2001 through 2007. A Windows XP computer won’t just stop working in April 2014, but the absence of monthly critical security updates will make it more susceptible to getting viruses and malware that can steal your personal information if the computer is continued to be connected to the internet.

There is no method to upgrade to a newer version of Windows on computers with Windows XP. Since the average life of a computer hard drive is approximately 5 years, now is a good time purchase a new computer. See this article for information on how you can still get a computer with Windows 7. Also see How to shop for a new PC and get the best deal.