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Windows XP

Released in 2001, Windows XP is an operating system designed for use on desktop computers, laptops and media centers. The Springboard Series for IT professionals is your destination for technical resources, free tools, and expert guidance to help you manage and support Windows XP in your organization.


IMPORTANT NOTE: Windows XP End of Support: April 8, 2014
On April 8, 2014, security patches and hotfixes for all versions of Windows XP will no longer be available. Read this blog post from the Springboard Series to better understand the impact of this milestone and to get recommendations to help you prepare to migrate to a modern operating system.

Learn About Migrating to Windows 7

Need to migrate your Windows XP infrastructure to Windows 7? Start with these resources:

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