Using Windows 98?

If you are still using one of those old operating systems like Windows 98, Windows 98 SE, and Windows Millennium, this is a wake up call for you. Microsoft has begun reminding users that it will cut off all support for these aging operating systems in July.

After July 11 (the scheduled release date for that month's security bulletins) Microsoft will no longer provide security updates for these systems. One may still receive online self-help support and that too is guaranteed only until July 11, 2007.

Although Windows 98 may be found on numerous aged consumer machines, it's little-used in corporations. In case you wish to upgrade to Windows XP, it might cost about $100 but a better decision would be to purchase a new computer box from a store like Fry's where some good bargains for even under $300 are sometimes available. That'll give you not only a better operating system but also much better hardware with good memory and faster processor -- a much better option than upgrading your operating system in an aging computer which may not be fit for the internet-based entertainment and other useful applications.