Windows XP Professional adds SP2c version

Released in September, this version does not contain new patches or features. It is simple to solve the problem that the activation key is running out.

Although it appeared 6 years ago, Windows XP is still popular. In response to that demand, Microsoft was forced to provide SP2c to computer manufacturers.

The decision does not cause much trouble because Microsoft also predicted that Windows XP revenue will increase sharply. Last month, Chief Financial Officer Chris Liddell confirmed Vista and XP sales rates in fiscal year 2008 not 85/15 as originally planned but would be 78/22.

Another manifestation of Windows XP's influence is the decision to remove the "Vista-only" policy of some original device manufacturers (OEMs), including Dell. The world's second largest computer maker began introducing Windows XP PCs to consumers and small businesses.

Earlier, Microsoft intended to end Windows XP support from January 31, 2008.