Windows XP to Windows 7

Its now just 800 days until Microsoft officially stop support for Windows XP.

With a typical organisation taking 18-24 months to plan and deploy Windows 7 now is the time to think about it. 

With this in mind - there may be an opportunity for you to deliver tailored short courses covering this topic to local businesses.

There are a number of (free) resources and tools that can assist with the migration to Windows 7

First of all, start by downloading the Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT). It removes the need for disc imaging, migrates your data in place during deployment, and (best of all) it’s free.

Some other tools to help make your move from Windows XP to Windows 7 easier include:

• Automating the Migration from Windows XP to Windows 7 End-to-End
• Migrating User Files and Settings from Windows XP to Windows 7
• Windows XP to Windows 7 Migration Guide
• Windows 7 Application Compatibility List for IT Professionals (check the Windows compatibility status of more than 27,000 applications)
• Video: Windows XP to Windows 7 Migration Using Microsoft Deployment Toolkit 2010
• Video: Migrating from Windows XP to Windows 7 Using the User State Migration Tool (USMT)
• Need some help? Find support in the Windows 7 Installation, Setup, and Deployment forum.

Questions about Windows XP EOS and what it means to you and your company? Make sure to check out the End of Support website for Windows XP and Office 2003.