In case you somehow haven’t already
heard, in less than a month Microsoft will stop offering support
for
Windows XP.
for
Windows XP.
That’s
right folks, come April 8, there’ll be no more software or security updates for
the aging operating system, leaving machines still running it exposed to all
kinds of potential issues, some of them rather unpleasant.
According
to data from StatCounter, about 18 percent of computers around the world are
still running XP, a factor which may have prompted Microsoft to launch a final
push to get stragglers to upgrade.
No,
this “final push” doesn’t involve dark-clad Microsoft minions turning up in the
small hours to offer a quiet word in your ear about why you really should ditch
XP, but instead centers on a few incentives that it hopes might motivate you
into taking action, prompting you to finally put the old OS to bed.
The incentives include a $50 gift card, 90 days of free
support, and free help with data transfer if you buy a brand new Windows machine
from its online store.
The listed machines include
four desktops ranging from $700 to $1,300, and four laptops priced between $280
and $700. A bunch of 2-in-1 PCs and tablets are also available
include
four desktops ranging from $700 to $1,300, and four laptops priced between $280
and $700. A bunch of 2-in-1 PCs and tablets are also available
The
gift card is clearly the most attractive part of the deal, but be aware that it
can only be spent on something from Microsoft’s online store.
The
free “premium” support comes via phone, chat, and sales channels and covers
“virtually anything” – as long as it concerns your new computer, of course.
As
for the free data transfer, the computer giant has partnered with data
migration service Laplink to help you easily transfer all your files, settings,
and user profiles from your old machine to your new one.
Final
note – the offer is available till April 30 or “while supplies last.” Oh, and
don’t forget: “Microsoft reserves the right to modify or discontinue offers at
any time.” So if you’re thinking of taking advantage of this particular one,
better get your skates on.
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