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When Microsoft launched at the turn of the Millennium when the Windows XP, no one can be certain to know what it can bring to the world. The operating system will become a classic products like Windows 98 or a Windows Me disappoint users of products? Now everything has a conclusion. XP has been published for over 10 years, it is generally believed that, this is one of the best Microsoft replacement versions of the operating system.
Even though Microsoft has launched its two successor product (Editor’s Note: Windows Vista and Windows 7), but many companies are still using XP.
But now that the time has come, enterprise is the time to cut off links with the XP. Yes, it is indeed a good operating system, supporting all of your accessories and application, but its time has passed! XP has established is very backward. At this point, Windows 7 easier and more stylish or MacOS x Lion has more and more to capture the market.
The following 10 reasons, can demonstrate why Windows XP in the functions of the Office should be removed:
1. it is out of date
There is no doubt that you can still use XP settings and updates to complete all of your work. But no matter what you do, XP was not so cool. From the design to the sluggish performance of the internal application, it’s time to bring something new to XP.
2. security issues
Now can run XP Service Pack 3, but it is far from being as safe as you think. Windows 7 and even Mac OS x Lion performance is much better. If security is important to you, then you should consider something other than XP.
3.XP model has been integrated into Windows7
Many companies say they want to keep the XP, because they are in use, have also used Windows XP for all applications and accessories. However, with the introduction of Windows 7, this is not a very good reason. If you deploy Windows 7 ultimate or Windows 7 Enterprise Edition, you can get include a virtual version of XP.
4. not to be locked in Windows8
If you wait too long without applying the new operating system, so you are likely to be in the future locked inside the Windows 8. But now Windows 7 for enterprise, has proven to be a very valuable operating system. So, are you still waiting for the unknown: Windows 8?
5 employees are using the new operating system
Maybe you do not know your employees already in private in Windows 7. Opportunity comes, it is a very good thing, they are familiar with the new operating system, you won’t have to worry about spending money to train them, you don’t have to put up with loss of productivity during the training period.
6. Mac OS x probably is a better choice
If you don’t have to do business with Microsoft operating systems, then you can consider Mac OS x Lion. Apple’s system is more secure than XP, design is also more aesthetically pleasing. And Apple’s app store to ensure that your applications need. At least, you should consider.
7. reasonable prices
Mostly CIO budget is very limited, and what do not want to configure what the configuration. But with the decline in PC market, this new PC purchases is a very good time. Like HP, Dell, Lenovo and other manufacturers are trying to attract new customers to adjust their own prices. Eliminate XP, cost much less than you think.
8.Windows Vista is not the problem
If you stick to XP because you don’t like Vista, so you can rest assured that replace Windows 7, because Windows 7 is not Vista. Windows 7 has a lot of features you like. You’ll love the high quality of the operating system.
9. competitive enhancement
As CIO of enterprise, you need to think about the current industry’s competitive landscape and your C’level what they will do next. They are likely to want to deploy a new operating system, because this new operating system can bring to their advantage of much more than XP, this will enhance the efficiency of enterprises. All you have to do, is to translate that advantage into a reality.
10. your business needs based on the future
No one knows what will happen in the future. But Microsoft has been moving forward on this issue is to be sure, developers and fittings will also be followed up. Now out of XP, you base a future, no matter how revolutionary change in the future, your company is the best way to deal with that.