Windows XP life extended beyond 2010?

Posted on Friday, January 16 2009 @ 19:47 CET by Thomas De Maesschalck

FUD Zilla heard from sources close to Intel's mobile group that Microsoft has agreed to extend Windows XP's lifetime until 2010 and probably beyond because Vista isn't a good match for Atom-based netbooks.

Microsoft was specific about its plans that after Windows XP for netbooks: Windows 7, probably some cut down version, will be the operating system for netbooks. Since this is a great market opportunity for Microsoft, they will simply go after it and release Windows 7 for netbooks. This might be some base version of the “normal” Windows 7, or a special OEM version, we still are not aware of these details.

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Thomas has been messing with computer since early childhood and firmly believes the Internet is the best thing since sliced bread. Enjoys playing with new tech, is fascinated by science, and passionate about financial markets. When not behind a computer, he can be found with running shoes on or lifting heavy weights in the weight room.

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