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Microsoft Offering $100 to Switch from Windows XP

If you’re still using Windows XP, you may want to take notice, as Microsoft is offering $100 USD to switch. The only catch? The $100 credit must be used to purchase a new Windows 8.1 PC/laptop.

The only catch is that you have to upgrade to a new Windows 8 computer.

Those who are eligible for the promotion can redeem the credit at Microsoft’s online store or their retail shops — and the fact that you still use the 13-year old Windows XP is subject to verification by Microsoft (MSFT, Fortune 500). The offer is good for PCs ranging in price from $599 and $2,299 and will run until June 15.

The promotion is part of Microsoft’s plan to get the last remaining Windows XP users off the operating system before the April 8 end of life date. After April 8, Microsoft will no longer issue security updates to address viruses and exploits to the operating system.

Given that Microsoft is ending support for Windows XP on April 8, 2014, it is highly recommended to either upgrade to a newer version of Windows, or switch to a more modern operating system. Otherwise, you risk being exposed to a multitude of security vulnerabilities.

Source: CNN Money – Microsoft will give you $100 to buy a new PC

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