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The High cost of Supporting Older Systems

Microsoft support for Windows XP (as well as Office 2003) is ending April 8, 2014. That means an end to security updates, fixes and support services.

Now is the time to take action.

Contact Zones today to devise and implement a strategy for moving your computers and other devices off Windows XP.

Top 5 reasons to retire Windows XP

1. Security and compliance
Without critical Windows XP security updates, your PC may become vulnerable to harmful viruses, spyware and other malicious software that can steal or damage your business data. Antivirus software will also not be able to fully protect you once Windows XP is unsupported.

Lack of security updates also means that your organization could become non-compliant with HIPAA and other industry regulations, and open to liability.

2. Software and hardware compatibility
Many software and hardware vendors will no longer support their products that are running on Windows XP, as they are unable to get the Windows XP and Office 2003 updates. For example, Office 2013 leverages the modern Windows and will not run on Windows XP.

Also, devices made with 4th generation Intel Core processors are not compatible with XP. Without these laptops, tablets and other devices, your organization will miss out on opportunities to increase mobility and worker productivity.

3. No one to call
When problems arise, online and phone-based Microsoft technical support will no longer be available to assist you or your IT staff, leaving you on your own to deal with the problem.

4. Increasing costs of supporting older systems
The risks of system failure and business disruption could increase because of the end of support, lack of supported software and the increasing age of hardware running Windows XP. The accompanying chart shows how costs increase annually per PC for supporting older systems.

5. Deployment through Zones is easier than you think
Zones is prepared to help you today. Our hardware and software licensing experts are fully aware of the options available — and ready to recommend the right solution for your organization.

Reasons to upgrade through Zones:

• Zones is Microsoft's choice for 2013 Microsoft Volume Licensing Partner of the Year
• We're the fastest-growing Microsoft partner worldwide
• Microsoft Certified Professional in all specializations
• Manager of North America's largest Enterprise Agreement
• Participant in the Microsoft Partner Leadership Council

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