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Windows XP – Why Are Many People Still Using It To This Day?
To launch the beautiful, smooth and powerful Windows 10 operating system like today is a whole development process through many stages. In which indispensable tradition Windows XP . Join WebTech360 to learn about this operating system and explain why it is still popular today.
What is Windows XP?
At the time of 2001, the technology world welcomed a new rookie that was the appearance of Windows XP.
The familiar interface of Windows XP
The birth of this operating system is based on a combination of personal and business unity. Is a cross between Windows 95/98/Me with improved 32-bit Windows NT/2000 performance. Similar to Windows NT, this version uses background technology and is very stable and powerful for servers and workstations.
Features of Windows XP
Windows XP owns a beautiful interface with meticulous refinement. It's a cool and soothing green-blue theme. Although there are still some similarities compared to previous versions, Windows XP has also had a sizable overhaul in this element by adding alpha composite effects, shadows, and visual styles.
The operating system has some outstanding improvements compared to the previous version
The appearance of this version for the first time let users know the concept of a 64bit operating system instead of 32bit like other versions. A fairly stable operating system and with Windows XP, many longtime PC users at that time also accepted the upgrade after a long time clinging to outdated Windows 98 and Windows Me.
Before that, Windows 9x all operated as background software on MS-DOS operating system. However, the time Windows XP was born was also the time when Windows had rapid changes, officially becoming an independent platform. Completely overcome the limitations that appeared on Windows 9x as well as remove barriers when operating on other operating systems.
What's New in Windows XP
System Requirements with Windows XP
Windows XP is considered the legend of all operating systems. Released at a time when computers were ubiquitous and powerful. Thanks to that, Windows XP is more widely known than Windows 2000, Windows Me, Windows 98…and earlier. And system requirements to use this operating system include:
System requirements using Windows XP
Advantages and disadvantages of Windows XP operating system
Win XP was Microsoft's most popular operating system in the 2000s. The biggest advantage of this version is that they are quite light, responsive, and support many different software platforms. This version runs well on old, low-profile computers. The interface is also very easy to use, so it is popular with many users.
However, the disadvantage of Windows XP is that the security is not high, so it is easy to be infected with viruses. Most computers once infected with a Virus can only reinstall Windows. To deal with this situation, many people have installed additional anti-virus software. But the minus point is that if you install these software, the computer will run slower. Because of its weaknesses, Windows XP has been discontinued by Microsoft and is no longer supported.
The world still has millions of people who love using Win XP
The updated version of Win XP is Windows Vista. This operating system is compatible with many office software although somewhat slower. Besides, the Web browser is also more stable. In particular, the security of the system is much higher than that of Windows XP . However, it is only an update of Win XP, so Windows Vista still has many weaknesses like XP. This operating system was also "killed" by Microsoft in 2017.
Windows XP Review
Windows XP has good software compatibility, ensures fast response speed and is suitable for specialized applications (design, graphics, ..). However, this operating system is very susceptible to viruses and once infected, the ability to restore the system is quite poor.
The downside of Windows XP is security
While the upgrade is Windows Vista, it has a very slow response speed, suitable for common application software (Word editing, Web chat, web browsing). But in return is very good virus resistance, high system security.
Advantages: Light, running speed better than old models, low-profile desktop computers.
Cons: The interface is a bit difficult to use, cannot run modern optimization software for machines with higher configuration.
As of July 2021, worldwide 1% of PC users are still running Windows XP . And still 0.18% of devices on all platforms run Windows XP. The special thing is that a lot of users in countries, such as the US, still use this operating system very popularly today. The number is statistically more than 50% of the computers.
Windows XP has good software compatibility
WebTech360 has just provided you with some information about Windows XP . Hope it will be useful for customers who are interested and love technology. All in all, if your machine is in Workgroup mode then you will understand why so many consumers prefer to use Windows XP.
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