Microsoft to stop selling Windows XP
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Software giant Microsoft is to stop selling its XP operating system to retailers and computer makers this week, say reports.
The move, which will see retailers and computer makers having to buy the newer Windows Vista operating system for any new stock they order, comes despite protests from some PC users who prefer the older XP.
Existing computer hardware stocks running XP will be unaffected, and smaller retail outlets will still be able to sell XP until January.
A version of XP will also remain for the ASUS Eeee and other low-cost PCs.
Eventually though, customers who have a preference for Windows XP will have to buy Vista Ultimate or Vista Business and downgrade to the old system.
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