The Dhaka Times Desk Microsoft has severed all ties with Windows XP. As a result, Windows XP users will not get any support or cooperation from Microsoft. But the interesting thing is that about 25 percent of Windows users in the world today are using Windows XP. Microsoft announced the end of support for XP in this situation.
If you are a Windows XP user then either you need to change this OS or take some measures to keep your OS safe. Because your Windows can no longer be upgraded as a result of this shutdown, Microsoft's own virus protection system will not work. As a result it will be easily infected by viruses and internet bugs. Let me tell you how you can protect your Windows XP from viruses or other types of system errors.
1. Use an updated Internet browser
Internet Explorer 8 It is Microsoft's main browser included with Windows XP. But it's quite an old version and it's not safe to use with Windows XP anymore. In such cases what you can do is to use another updated browser. It is best if Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome use Because these two browsers have their own security system very strong. Opera can also be used. After installing Firefox and Chrome, enable the browser's own security measures. There are some types of add-ons that are capable of blocking JavaScript associated with malware. Install those add-ons. As for Firefox Ghostery আর ক্রোমের জন্য scriptsafe.
2. Use alternatives to Flash, Java, and Adobe Reader
Adobe has stopped supporting all of its applications in the current state of Windows XP. Java will also end support. In such situation you can use all these application options. Many sites such as YouTube and Netflix currently use HTML5, so you may not need Flash to watch videos on these sites. Can be used as an alternative to Adobe Reader Nitro PDF or Foxit pdf.
3. Buy full version of anti virus
In our country free version is more popular in anti virus. But in the current state of XP, it is questionable how much free antiviruses can ensure security. In such cases XP users can use the full version of antiviruses. Most of the sold antiviruses in the market provide users with complete system security. Among the most popular are Kaspersky, Norton, Symantec and many more. With an annual package you can be safe for the entire year.
4. Stay off the internet
The surest security measure is to stay without an internet connection, although this is almost impossible these days. However, keep your Windows XP offline if you are connected to the Internet through any other device.
5. Keep your XP free of unnecessary software
Uninstall unnecessary software that you don't use. This type of software creates junk files in the system and hence it is more likely to be infected with viruses or bugs. There are several good uninstallers for uninstalling this unnecessary software from Windows XP, the most popular of which are Iobit, Revo And Advanced Uninstaller.
With the announcement of the discontinuation of Windows XP, an era of computers is coming to an end. Microsoft's most profitable operating system was Windows XP. Windows XP was released in 2001 and was last upgraded in 2008. According to Wikipedia data, about 90 percent of PC users in Bangladesh use Windows XP. Click if you want to upgrade your computer from Windows XP to Windows 7 here.
Reference: The Senate
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