Microsoft will no longer release updates and support, leaving the operating system more vulnerable to malware, viruses and hackers. Therefore, users must upgrade from the Windows XP before attackers drastically affect your machine. The company’s decision has resulted in significantly increasing the operating cost of a Windows XP system to USD300 per machine after April 8, as compared to the present USD75-100, according to research firm IDC. When it comes to popularity among the users, Windows 7 has the upper hand as it works on the familiar Windows interface. On the other hand, the user interface of Windows 8.1 has been substantially changed from the “classic” Windows look, so it requires a little tweaking for many applications. Windows 7 has a very good market presence and the full installation copy of its Home Premium edition can be obtained at a price of around USD90, as compared to an upgrade copy of Windows 8 that costs USD120. Also read: How To Upgrade From Windows XP to Windows 7 And Windows 8 There are almost similar hardware requirements for Windows 7 and Windows 8. If your system’s hardware specifications support Windows 7 or 8, then you just need to do a clean installation that completely overwrites the hard drive.
