It is now very dangerous to use Windows 7 operating system on any computing device. Do you wonder why it is now unsafe to use Windows7? I shall tell you in this article. Starting January 2020, Windows 7 must be removed from any device, especially any system used for sensitive data processing and management. With what Microsoft had done recently, no one should ever use this operating system anymore. But what has Microsoft done that people should stop using Windows 7? Let us jump in to unravel what has happened to Microsoft Windows 7 operating system.
Microsoft No longer Supports Windows 7
This early year 2020, the global tech giant Microsoft announced that it is no longer supporting Windows 7 OS. As an old soft technology, Microsoft advises users of their product to upgrade to their more recent operating systems. The abandonment is a primary way of letting Windows 7 die a natural death. As a result, all features of Windows 7 losses support from their owner company. Certainly, the implications are very heavy. But before I roll out reasons you must stop using Windows 7, let us look at some good old memories. Here are some reasons people love Windows 7.
Wide Compatibility of Windows 7
Windows 7 was virtually compatible with all designs and models of devices. It accommodates a large array of utility software.. It is very flexible, accepting most utility packages like Microsoft Office suits. On most laptops, mobile and tablets, Windows 7 was good to go. It was popular for its robust performance, fully integrated support and high security features. In fact, I am afraid that even with this announcement to stop using Windows 7, many would give deaf ears.
In recent past, Windows phones rated high as secure against virus attack. Those were some attributes of the popular Windows. Furthermore, a lot of improvements came with enhancements in mobile versions of Windows OS. With the introduction of Windows Phones, free WhatsApp calls came alive.
Furthermore, many public computer business services preferred using Windows 7 because of ease of document preparations and user interfaces. They claimed that it was easy to learn how to use Windows 7, compared to other OS versions. However, the reality is calling for its stoppage to remain safe and secure.
Implications of Microsoft No more Support for Windows 7
Indeed, it is now very dangerous to continue using Windows 7. Now that its maker has decided to abandon Windows 7, all supports have ceased. This is how any tech giant would wish to phase out any “Legacy” product from the market – support withdrawal. What now happens to Windows 7? Here are the implications;
- No more Windows 7 update releases
- it is no longer secure against viruses, malware
- No more data privacy protection
- prone to hackers and data theft
- Windows 7 in your system may crash any moment henceforth
- Losses or damages as a result of continued use of Windows cannot be litigated
The danger list is endless. However, Windows may continue to work in devices but at owner’s risk. Most importantly, internet users should never access the web or share data again using Windows 7. Most of these security threats come from online internet exposures.
Therefore, format any system using Windows 7 and upgrade now to a newer and higher version of Operating system from Microsoft.
Governments Warns Users on Windows 7
Following the Microsoft announcement of their decision to stop supporting Windows 7, the Nigerian Government took to the media to enlighten its citizenry. The government advised that no sensitive information should be transmitted using any device operating on Windows 7. These may include bank and account details, government classified information etc. However, other local users of computer devices may still work with Windows as long as they are linked to the internet.
