Is it OK that I still use windows xp in 2014.?

Question

I have a windows 7 computer but when another family member uses it I use the windows xp computer.

Answer 1

Generally, people want the latest version (software, car, cell, girlfriend, lover, salary and so on). That does not apply to computers.



You say that when someone else uses the computer with Windows 7, you are using the computer with XP.



It is assumed that you mean like XP's are more ancient than the 7's, then the possibility exists that the best operating system for the oldest is XP, 2000 or Vista, instead of 7 or 8.



Most current systems do not typically include all drivers for the oldest computers, and just as computer manufacturers avoid putting at our disposal the drivers that could make those old XP computer to work perfectly under Windows 7, so you feel that is sooo outdated PC and you must go out and buy a 'late model', which comes with Windows 8.1 or 7 SP1.



Actually, the best operating system for a PC is the immediately preceding its manufacture, with the PC came to market. We can make it work perfect with the next version, but almost always with some gaps, for example: When you install 7 on a PC that had XP from factory, we usually have problems with the video drivers, sometimes also with audio drivers (in many cases do not get them to work, in other work by halves, in other produces crashes or blue screen and reboots).



It's not bad to use XP if the PC is rather old and drivers for more recent systems are difficult to obtain, in which case change the operating system may mean changing your PC.



Otherwise, if the PC is not too old (less than 5 years) you should change to a more recent operating system. Vista Ultimate and 7 Ultimate are good choices, so no Windows 8.x that is too far from Windows XP.

Answer 2

I continued to use XP until the last update from Microsoft (which came through AFTER they had said they were not supporting XP anymore) which totally crapped out XP so I couldn't even get my computer to run. Luckily, I'd bought a copy of Vista a while before so just loaded that on the same computer, lost all the stuff I had saved to my desktop and other XP-lated stuff but all my important stuff I save to removable memory storage so I didn't lose anything serious (as far as I know so far). I liked XP, worked just perfectly for me. MS's updates are horrible, just went through a update for Vista earlier this week and it did something weird to my computer--software would work fine for about 10 mins. then go into this static (noisy) freeze until I rebooted. This seems to have been fixed with yesterdays update (which I assume has the fix in it). All of which is making me feel that the next computer I buy will be a Mac (or Apple thing); I've gotten real real real fed up with Microsoft's inadequacies and slipshoddiness, and their greed, constantly putting out new versions which you have to buy and making an older version, which runs great, obsolete.

Answer 3

Since support for Windows XP ended in April, there have been 2 or 3 major, industry wide, vulnerabilities that have affected all computer devices. Windows Vista, 7 and 8 have all been updated with new security fixes to prevent these causing issues. XP has NOT been updated.

For example, look up the Poodle vulnerability. It is worrying how much secure information can be leaked because of it - all your passwords for your internet banking for example.



You CAN continue to use software that is not secure, but you certainly shouldn't!

Answer 4

You can but the only thing is there will be no more updates for XP and some things might not work that well so I would say try to get Windows 7

Answer 5

Quote :- Is it OK that I still use windows xp in 2014.?

Reply :- I'm still using my 14yr old Dell laptop that used to have Xp installed on it. Today it's running the latest November 5th 2014 Free Linux operating system It has No hard drive installed in it, and it has only got 512 meg of ram installed, I boot my old Dell laptop up from Live cd/dvd disks and usb jump/flash drives, or sd memory cards It's fast and furious, I can do anything and everything I want to do,



If you have never heard of the Free Linux operating system and software it's time you learned about it, check out these web links it will open your eyes,

I am running this one now from a Live DVD disk It's NOT installed on my system it a full Multi Media systems for video audio and photo editing

http://www.bandshed.net/AVLinux.html

Here are some more Free Linux operating systems you should check out

http://zorin-os.com/

http://linuxmint.com/

http://ubuntu-mate.org/

Simplicity is like the Mac desktop

http://simplicitylinux.org/

Answer 6

I think windows xp is the fastest OS than Windows 7. But Microsoft no longer support Windows xp. So you can't get any solution if you face any problem. You will be faced some security problem and no longer can be use new software suppose skype.

Answer 7

Windows XP is pretty amazing, but in my opinion Windows 7 looks and feels a lot better. But that's my opinion

Answer 8

Windows XP is no longer supported by Microsoft and come January Windows 7 won't either. What that means is it will be more susceptible to hackers.

Answer 9

Windows xp is the fastest os Microsoft has created , It has way less requirements hardware wise and is less cpu intensive, I still use it , windows 7 and 8 are only usefull for users who do alot of gaming and video editing(Not to say that XP can do those things because it does it faster).

Answer 10

Hello,



Windows XP is dead now and so your PC will not get any official security updates from Microsoft, if you use Windows XP. So, though you can use XP OS, you may not be happy with its interface now. Moreover, the PC which has XP on it is now vulnerable to malware attacks and viruses. Example see below link



http://storageservers.wordpress.com/2013/07/18/windows-xp-users-cautioned-by-microsoft/

Answer 11

Newer isn't always better. But what happens is that people are forced to use the latest version because Microsoft won't support the other versions after a period of time. Personally, Windows 98SE was my favorite and I have Windows ME on a desktop (but I don't use that computer for the internet).

Answer 12

As long as you're aware that if you use XP to go online with, you'll be very vulnerable to all kinds of virus attacks on your computer because XP is no longer supported by Microsoft.

Answer 13

I know that many people who use windows xp still now.They finish there professional work properly with windows xp.so i think it is ok that u still use windows xp in 2014.

Answer 14

It's okay for offline stuff.

Windows XP is a good operating system but doesn't have a large storage space.

I used a laptop before a stupid virus damaged the it.

Answer 15

No povlem but you can use windows 7

Answer 16

For personal opinion, you should use Win 7 instead of XP

Answer 17

I still use my windows 95. To be honest I love windows xp more than windows 7

Answer 18

Windoxs XP is good in terms of usability , there so issue if still use windows xp

Answer 19

Absolutely fine, but there are some programs of software that might not work on your Windows XP.

Answer 20

Of course I still use Windows 95

Answer 21

Yes, Windows XP is just fine. No worries. If you are able to use it, do so.

It is as good as it was may last year

Answer 22

If it does what you want, no problem. The chances are that the computer it runs on is old and (by today's standards) slow, but if you want to browse the internet, check your email or write a letter to the bank manager, it's as good as any.

Answer 23

Yes, but the MicroSoft support for the OS XP no longer exists.

Answer 24

Yes it is best not just good windows XP is best window i am still using it...

I have upgrade my lpad recently and using Mac as well check the source to read the reviews thanks.

Answer 25

Its not at all a problem, you can't receive any updates from the Microsoft. Apart from it, You can use Xp as long as you wish to..

Answer 26

get some disk imaging software (I use Acronis trueimage) and generate an image of the c drive



Store it on an external hard drive (or drives) and/or dvds (and keep that hard drive safe and not plugged into the computer)



Keep all the stuff YOU generate on an external drive as well

then who gives a st//ff if you get a virus

(all you do is copy the image back onto the drive using the disk imaging software (if you use acronis you can create a bootable cd which loads the software on boot up - so even if you cant boot from the hard drve you can still copy the image from the external drive back onto the hard drive)

Then hey presto you have your clean OS back again with no virus



(its FAR easier using the imaging software and an image of the drive than trying to re-install the OS again or relying on MS's version of a "restore" partition)



MS are using the old con on trying to get you to buy latest software by saying they aint going to support the old one any more

In a lot of cases their updates are not that important if you keep your antivirus up to date and take a few basic precautions (which you should do even with latest software)

Answer 27

As far as you are comfortable with Win XP. All Fine.

Answer 28

Of course I still use Windows 95

Answer 29

Yes

Answer 30

Yes

Answer 31

As far as you are comfortable with Win XP. All Fine.

Answer 32

Why not, if it works and does what you want it to, go for it. Honestly I prefer to keep mine at windows 8.1 When windows 10 comes out I will probobly keep 8.1 because I like the metro UI interface.

Answer 33

No you should use window 7.1 ultimate or window 8 change your window on time and update always your widow for better performance.

Answer 34

no my friend you need to change your self with technology. so try to use new version

Answer 35

I like how everybody keeps throwing out 'ZOMG - it's not supported and so people are going to haxxor it!' without having any clue what they are talking about.



First, no version of Windows (or Internet Exploder for that matter) has ever been secure - users have always had to rely on 3rd party antivirus/spyware/malware/etc. to keep their machines clean (and before anyone opens their mouth - this applies to you too Mac users).



Second, nobody should give Microsoft a penny more than they absolutely have to - so as long as your machine continues to do everything you need it to do, then there is no reason to 'upgrade'.



The only limitations I've run into with Win XP machines is driver support for really new hardware, and at least one of my machines doesn't seem to want to load the newest version of Flash (but it might just need a service pack).



Oh - and nobody should be using Windows 8. It is a f**king joke - on par with Windows Vista and Windows ME.

Answer 36

Insecurity in xp better to use window 7

Answer 37

lol

Answer 38

should be

Answer 39

Playing Skyrim on XP.... XP kicks ***

Answer 40

Sure, you just have no support from microsoft and you're more susceptible to hackers penetrating your system.

Answer 41

F U C K NO

Answer 42

It's definitely 'okay' but not really recommended as it's very outdated by 3 generations, and Windows 10 will apparently be available some time in 2015. And it's not even on sale, as is not Vista, but Vista got totally got rid of as it wasn't 'that good'. You probably still can get copies of it for sure but it's like, buying a brand new phone that has never been opened but it was released 10 years ago and since then a lot has changed. I guess you know what I mean.

Answer 43

I'm also using Windows XP, because the PC has become too old to upgrade

Answer 44

You can but the only thing is there will be no more updates for XP and some things might not work that well so I would say try to get Windows 7

Answer 45

So do I. But XP has compatibility problems. Win 7 is optimal. I think it's wise to wait until something complete and reliable will be developed

Answer 46

Using XP - at least on an Internet connected PC - is problematic, because it's no longer supported by Microsoft with security updates.



If a PC originally shipped with XP, it probably isn't powerful enough to run Windows 7 or 8. However you could install a version of Linux, such as Lubuntu for example, and Linux tends to be more secure than Windows anyway.

Answer 47

no, a person should be up to date

Answer 48

My office still uses XP. And we haven't had a problem with it. Some would say it's the best OS microsoft has come out with.

Answer 49

In my opinion:

It is ok to use Windows XP, but not recommended. It may not be compatible with some programs, but it may still work.

Answer 50

No, for it is written in Leviticus 34:8, "For to use outdated software in the manner that thy companion useth updated software is abomination." In the Inferno, Dante clearly outlines that the Ninth Layer of Hell is reserved especially for those lost souls who refuse to use the latest software updates. Always remember to auto-update your windows! Your eternal soul depends on it.

Answer 51

if it solve your problems.then its best otherwise...install windows 7

Answer 52

lol

Answer 53

Yes

Answer 54

yes

Answer 55

I know windows xp is one of the best windows.. The newest ones are becoming more limited and more commercial but the only bad thing with xp is when you want to install a new software some of them aren't compatible with it..

Answer 56

its your computer so its allways your will right.dont think about others.use your favourite because know one can smile you for that.

Answer 57

Windows xp is the fastest os Microsoft has created . now i use windos 7

Answer 58

Since support for Windows XP ended in April, there have been 2 or 3 major, industry wide, vulnerabilities that have affected all computer devices. Windows Vista, 7 and 8 have all been updated with new security fixes to prevent these causing issues. XP has NOT been updated.

For example, look up the Poodle vulnerability. It is worrying how much secure information can be leaked because of it - all your passwords for your internet banking for example.



You CAN continue to use software that is not secure, but you certainly shouldn't!

Answer 59

It's time to update and get with the times.

I have a Toshiba google Chromebook.

You are better off with a faster computer.

Not a slow one.

Answer 60

it's ok

Answer 61

Yes of course so do I and trust me old IS gold!

Answer 62

ya

Answer 63

Oh yeah!

Answer 64

Well, windows XP is getting really old.



Try to get a windows 7 or 8 pc.

If you get 8, you can upgrade it to 8.1 and windows 10(on release)

Answer 65

Its better to stay updated because the functions get better.

Answer 66

xp is not totally ok with newer hardware, some core processors and amd 64bit processors are not allow to run xp.



also no device drivers or newer hardware printer or scanner drivers to xp.



also some programs needs to update dotnet framework or direct x 11 .xp can't use with higher than direct x 9.

Also Although home users often hit the 4 GB limit of 32-bit operating systems, it is unlikely the 128 GB memory limit of Windows XP x64 will be a problem in the near future. A 64-bit operating system can theoretically address 16 exabytes of information. Still, Microsoft capped the limit in its Windows XP x64 operating system to 128 GB, a limit that is likely to outlast the use of Windows XP x64 as a home operating system.

Answer 67

you are outdated

Answer 68

It is ok windows xp is a good os for normal use.

Answer 69

No. u should change xp.

Answer 70

Yes it is, one quarter of the Worlds PCs are still using XP because it is good.

That version of Windows is not being updated anymore though by Microsoft.

You can change Windows things out for aftermarket things, for instance the firewall was never very good, and the only IE browsers that will work on it are pretty ancient now so use one that is still being updated such as Firefox, and get a new antivirusl from Filehippo which usually have their own firewall built in which will automatically replace the Windows one;

http://www.filehippo.com/

Just make sure that nothing else is bundled with it.

To make sure that any non Windows programs are up to date you need to download Secunia, which is free and excellent, and is described in the article below, which is someone else`s opinion;

http://www.pcworld.com/article/2102606/how-to-keep-your-pc-secure-when-microsoft-ends-windows-xp-support.html

Your PC is likely to be rather old and might suffer some disaster such as a hard drive failure or a malware infection at sometime, so you need to have a system in place to restore it from that eventuality.

You can use an external drive to do that by using free software;

http://www.macrium.com/reflectfree.aspx

Download that and register it with your e-mail address and they will send you an e-mail telling you how to use it which you can print off for future reference.

You can create a rescue disc with it, or just save your Windows installation, or clone your entire hard drive.

Other people are trying to keep XP up to date, might be worth a shufti;

http://www.wincert.net/forum/topic/12020-windows-xp-service-pack-4-unofficial/

XP is being supported for at least another year at vast cost to the UK National Health Service as that is what they use, there is a modification that you can do to your PC to get those security downloads, but I can`t find it at the moment, might be worth a Google;

http://www.theguardian.com/technology/2014/apr/07/uk-government-microsoft-windows-xp-public-sector

Dunbar Pappy knows of it so you might search his answers.

Best of luck, regards, Bob.

Answer 71

Windows Xp is no longer supported my Microsoft.So you can`t get help anymore from them

Answer 72

lol

Answer 73

No I'm afraid using an operating system that is not the latest is a capital crime. Sorry to be the one to break it to you.

Answer 74

totally :)

Answer 75

yeshhh...thats great...

Answer 76

ofcourse...i think windows XP is really fun to use...doesnt matter what other's use its about our choice to use things..

Answer 77

lol

Answer 78

Sure.

I'm guessing that the PC is also not new, so updating could be problematic. XP is mature and stable, but isn't supported by MS any more, which is a shame as it was far better than ME and Vista.

Be aware it is vulnerable in security terms. Most vulnerabilities remaining could be addressed by installing good firewall/antivirus packages and avoiding putting store personal data or important data on it if you can.

Answer 79

no

Answer 80

now a days people uses windows 7 and still window 8.1 is newly coz IT sector going very faster so software will come for only new ver.

Answer 81

Use window 7

Answer 82

no it not safe get windows 7.

Answer 83

Yes that'll be fine. The engine might run slowly, unless it is a higher spec xp model, but it'll work no problem

Answer 84

Yes

Answer 85

You are Commander of Your Mind and a commander do what ever he like......So Feel the grace and use XP...Old is gold

Answer 86

Sure! I loved XP. I wish I could still use that today.

Answer 87

off course you can use window xp and don't think what others do ..

Answer 88

i prefer you to see xp because it is more user friendly and reliable one am using it so far 10 years

Answer 89

really depend what you doing with XP, If your just basic internet browsing and look at email and you have basic virus protect. you should be fine. if you doing any thing financial related in original . then i wouldn't use it.

Answer 90

so you start to use windows 8

Answer 91

if you are love to use xp u can just follow it dont think about others , which is better for u , just follow it friend

Answer 92

I'll advise No, because no security updates etc. will just be prone with malware if you are just an average user.

Answer 93

should be see link-

Answer 94

win 7 is best

Answer 95

Yes totally OK.

Answer 96

win 7 is best

Answer 97

Its always better to avoid using OS which has already reached its End Of Life(EOD).

Answer 98

Yes, you can still use it but Microsoft has stopped the service to support it.

Answer 99

it doesnt hurt anybody but i personally would never use it on a daily basis for now we have much better OS' and i mean literally. im an engineer trust me.

Answer 100

is ok dont worry but i like win 7

Answer 101

Not it is not Ok, because you will not have any security updates from microsoft and your system could be at risk

Answer 102

Yes



Get in the present

Answer 103

If you are comfortable to use it then don't think about others and use it..

Answer 104

yes

Answer 105

yes

Answer 106

Off yourself

Answer 107

If it works and does what you want it to do there's nothing wrong with it.

Answer 108

love my xp.

Answer 109

If it works for you, why not use it?

Answer 110

yes

Answer 111

yes

Answer 112

No it is your wish.. BUt be with the world new generation... find new things which invented.

Answer 113

yes, just be careful about malware while surfing the internet.

Answer 114

Well, it's your choice and it is not that bad.

Answer 115

It's depends on your needs......

Answer 116

ya

Answer 117

ya

Answer 118

ya

Answer 119

ya

Answer 120

ya

Answer 121

yes it is definitely ok its easy to use and fast

Answer 122

No updates you will get

Answer 123

should not! it is not updated (fix bug) by Microsoft anymore!

Answer 124

i was wondering the same thing yesterday. but i wouldnt. its unsafe.

Answer 125

you can find here

http://evywers.com/windows

Answer 126

Why don't you give a try!.....Use 8.1

Answer 127

NO, I don't think it.

Answer 128

fsdfds

Answer 129

ya its ok....there is no problem using that.

Answer 130

No.. it is no longer secure.

Answer 131

its OK

Answer 132

no

Answer 133

no

Answer 134

no

Answer 135

no

Answer 136

no

Answer 137

no

Answer 138

no

Answer 139

no

Answer 140

no

Answer 141

no

Answer 142

no

Answer 143

no

Answer 144

No. No, it is not.