Last month, I wrote about the end of Microsoft’s
support of Windows XP. Since then, I
found a few additional articles that my readers might find of interest.
Lifehacker provides information on upgrading your
old computer. I tried doing that with mine and it did not turn out well. If you
wish to keep your old computer, I suggest reading the following article: http://lifehacker.com/how-to-move-on-after-windows-xp-without-giving-up-your-1556573928.
However, I recommend buying a new computer. Clark
Howard and Kim Komando offer some advice here
http://www.clarkhoward.com/news/clark-howard/technology/get-new-computer-if-youre-running-windows-xp/nfXNP/
and here http://www.komando.com/tips/247613/3-tech-products-on-deep-discount-in-april/2.
If you buy a new computer with Windows 8, you might also
need to buy a new router. Check out www.windows.com
for recommendations.
What did you decide to do?
Happy writing!
Debbie A. Byrne has a
B.S. in Mass Communication with a minor in History. She is a member of the
Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) and is working on
her first children’s book.
2 comments:
Debbie, great tips on internet and computer safety. I recently got a new laptop with Windows 8.1 and didn't need to change my router. But, I'm sure every situation is different. Thanks for sharing!
You are welcome Karen! I am trying to keep up with the various issues regarding computers and the internet. We writers rely on them so much.
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