Support Windows XP question

I am running Windows XP, support for it ends in April, can I install Windows 8.1 or do I need a new computer, my computer is about 7 years old.

Hello

Do the following before upgrade you to Windows 8.1.

Check if the manufacturer of your computer/laptop has Windows 8 drivers available for your model.

If this is not available, Windows 8/8.1 not install and work properly for you.

There is a lot of information in this first link from Microsoft:

Download and run the Windows Upgrade Assistant 8.1 of to see if your machine is compatible Windows 8.1 and read the update for Windows 8.1: FAQ here

:

http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-8/upgrade-to-Windows-8

"8.1 for Windows system requirements.

http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-8/system-requirements

See you soon.

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