14 DAY TRIAL // Windows XP will be discontinued in just 14 days, which means that millions of computers out there would become vulnerable to attacks overnight if an unpatched flaw is found.
However, users came up with the idea of creating a so-called Windows XP Second Edition which would basically mean that Microsoft would have to revamp its old operating system and implement modern features that could bring it in line with the newest products on the market, such as Windows 8.1.
Of course, Microsoft has absolutely no intention to launch a revamped version of Windows XP, but ever since the idea of a second edition reached the web, we kept an eye on Microsoft’s Community forums to find out what users actually think about this idea.
Basically, users claim that Windows XP Second Edition would be a goldmine for Microsoft, as plenty of consumers would purchase a license for such an OS version.
“That's a fantastic idea. And don't change the interface. And feel of it. Plus make old software and games work on it. Give it the latest Direct X. People would definitely buy it. I certainly would. But we know Microsoft is too dumb to realize they have a goldmine in a XP2 version. I bet all the IT people would upgrade too,” one user said on the forums.
“Hopefully. Microsoft would make so much money off of it. I would buy up a lot of licenses for it. I really would. I like Windows 7, but dislike 8, even though I use it. In short, I'll use windows as long as it is good enough to use. Windows 8 is just the user interface. I like it, but wish it was a refined version of windows 7. Some people don’t like windows 7, so maybe develop a Windows XP based OS for those who love XP,” another one added.
Yet, the number one question is related to the features that would be implemented into a so-called Windows XP Second Edition.
Basically, the thing that users like the most about Windows XP is the familiar user interface and the support for low-spec computers. While building an operating system just to keep an old interface available to users doesn’t make much sense, it’s pretty clear that users want as many consumers as possible to change their PCs and buy new Windows licenses.
On the other hand, some other users believe that Microsoft should keep Windows XP alive, but allow third-parties to improve it. Some claim that Microsoft could work with companies like Stardock and bring the Windows XP UI in modern operating systems, while a number of consumers believe that a Start menu is absolutely necessary to get accustomed to the modern platform.
There’s no doubt that the idea of a Windows XP Second Edition would really come in handy to many users, so let us know what you think in the comment box after the jump.