Although we keep warning about this issue, still there are many Windows users that have not upgraded. If you’re still running Windows 7 or Windows 8, or Windows Server 2008 and 2008 R2, you could be vulnerable to a range of risks. That’s because Microsoft has ended support for them as of 1/14/2020. Additionally, Microsoft discontinued mainstream support for Windows 8 in January 2018, and will end extended support in January 2023. Although your computer and network is working fine you may say why should I upgrade?
While you can still use Windows 7 and Windows 8, you won’t receive any further security or functionality updates. This will leave you vulnerable to a wide range of risks including cyber security attacks and hardware inefficiencies.
Less than a month ago NSA found a bug for Windows that Microsoft immediately fixed. This will not happen for Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 or any of their unsupported products. The cost to undo a hacked device, restore financial information and sensitive data is very high and time consuming.
However, the solution is simple: Upgrade to Windows 10 or Windows server 2019 to secure all the extra security features and functionality that comes with the new operating software. If you delay this upgrade for much longer, you’re leaving yourself open to the following risks:
- Hardware Slowdowns
Windows 7 and 8 and Windows server 2008 R2 are both several years old. Neither is designed to run on the latest hardware, which may cause system slowdowns and even crashes. They may use older drives and processors and memories, which are much slower than new generations of the hardware and software.
- Bug Battles
Bugs are a fact of life for every operating system, and they can cause a wide range of functionality issues. As part of its extended support, Microsoft works to identify bugs provides Windows users with regular fixes via downloadable updates. The end of extended support means no more bug fixes, so you’re on your own with any problems that arise.
- Hacker Attacks
Hacking techniques are evolving incredibly quickly, and keeping hackers out of your system requires constant security updates. Again, Microsoft provides these security updates as part of its extended support service. Once this ends, your operating system won’t receive any further security updates, and you’ll be left unprotected against new hacks and exploits. Windows 10 and Windows server 2019 have many built-in security features to combat malware and other security threats. Most antivirus and anti-malware software companies do not provide a software that protects older operating systems.
- Software Incompatibility
Not all new software is backwards compatible. As your operating system ages, the chance that new software or apps you download will not be able to run on it will only increase. Software developers pay close attention to operating system specs, and often design new software to take advantage of the extra processing capability of more advanced operating systems like Windows 10.
As much as you love Windows 7 or 8, you can’t sit back and ignore the inevitable. Upgrading to Windows 10 will ensure you get the best out of your hardware, have access to bug fixes, are protected from hacker attacks and enjoy full compatibility and compliance with the latest software and apps. For more information, feel free to contact us at IT21ST: 855-448-2178 or visit us at: www.it21st.com and we will be happy to assist.
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