Upgrading computers running Windows XP that don't run Windows 7 or 8
Hello
Recently I was asked by a local company to help make their network more secure. Most of the company's computers are running Windows XP, and with the next support period, I told my client that they should probably upgrade their machines. Unfortunately, the machines are not running Windows 7 or 8, and given the constraints of cost, my client asked that the solution have nothing to do with buying new machines. The only version of Windows running on the machines that is still supported is Windows Vista, but I have not found a site that can buy Windows Vista. So, what would be the version the cheapest Windows Vista my client can use, and where I can get it? If not, are there alternatives Vista can I use on machines?
Unfortunately, the machines are not running Windows 7 or 8, and given the constraints of cost, my client asked that the solution have nothing to do with buying new machines. The only version of Windows running on the machines that is still supported is Windows Vista.
Hello
I'm sorry, but we cannot help you with Vista pricing Microsoft sells more than Vista or Windows 7 either.
You search on Amazon, etc. and take your chances that you buy not pirate software.
See you soon.
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