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Problem:
Unsupported Operating System Detected
Summary:
You are being re-directed to information regarding having an unsupported operating system on a computer connected to this network
Description:
Microsoft has stopped supporting Windows 98 and Millenium Edition effective July 11, 2006. This means that those operating systems are not up-to-date, thus Lindenwood University ResNet is forced to not support those systems on the network.
Q. Why is Microsoft not supporting Windows 98 or ME?
A. According to Microsoft' web site:
July 11, 2006 will bring a close to Extended Support for Windows 98, Windows 98 Second Edition, and Windows Me as part of the Microsoft Lifecycle Policy. Microsoft will retire public and technical support, including security updates, by this date.
Existing support documents and content, however, will continue to be available through the Microsoft Support Product Solution Center Web site. This Web site will continue to host a wealth of previous How-to, Troubleshooting, and Configuration content for anyone who may need self-service.
Microsoft is retiring support for these products because they are outdated and can expose customers to security risks. We recommend that customers who are still running Windows 98 or Windows Me upgrade to a newer, more secure Microsoft operating system, such as Windows XP, as soon as possible.
Customers who upgrade to Windows XP report improved security, richer functionality, and increased productivity.
Q. I have Windows 98 or ME; How can I access the network?
A.
The only Windows operating systems supported are Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Vista. You will need to upgrade your computer to one of these Operating systems
to be in compliance with Clean Access and access the network in your dorm room. You can purchase Windows XP at any computer store, including
(but not limited to): Best Buy, Wal-Mart, and Office Depot.
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