Ten Benefits of OS Upgrade

Rajiv Bhalla, director, Market Development, Intel South Asia puts forth ten benefits of upgrading to a more modern device and operating system

Microsoft's support for Windows XP systems ended on April 8, 2014 and a large base of Microsoft PC install base for enterprises as well as SMBs in India are yet to migrate to Windows 7. Rajiv Bhalla, director, market development, Intel South Asia puts forth ten benefits of upgrading to a more modern device and operating system.

• It's safer: Without security updates for Windows XP to helps to patch vulnerabilities that may be exploited by malware and keep users and their data safer, switching to a device with embedded security capabilities and with the latest Windows 8.1 that is supported with security updates will allow you to have peace of mind with your everyday personal transactional activities.
• Ideal Performance: Modern-life deman¬ds a modern-device. If you need to strad¬dle two programs while listening to some good music or chatting to friends, your device will need more power to avoid programs getting locked. Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 delivers the performance capabilities when you need it most.
• Speed: A new computer processor will help you run programs and applications faster, creating content up to 20% faster than your old PC. 
• Unlimited Movement: New devices, among other features, have the advantage of a longer battery life. The new Ultrabook can last up to 9 hours during an active session, without having to be recharged. 
• The design does matter: Heavy, square and clunky PCs haven't been around for a while, but new laptops have sleek designs that go with your style, either by the colors, styles, interiors, sizes and functions, which are adaptable to the activities you do each day. 
• Best pictures: Real-life is 3D, so why settle for less dimensions on your computer? Enjoy a sharper, high-definition display and make your movies and video games a whole new experience.
• New technologies: Now you can share a whole range of content, including videos, photos, documents and movies to name a few. Now you can wirelessly share files from the computer to your TV in high definition (HD) thanks to the Intel Wi-Di. Say goodbye to messy cables! 
• Speed to convert: Converting videos into high definition is no problem with the Intel Quick Sync Video 2.0, working up to 26 times faster compared to a three year old PC. Now you can even convert videos into a mobile format to use on your Smartphone, upload them to YouTube or share them on social networking sites. You really can take your media with you everywhere you go! 
• Green Conscience: New devices use less energy, which is certainly good for the environment, and nice to see on your electricity bill. For example, a clothes dryer that works 60 minutes is equivalent to using the laptop for 147 hours, or 6 days and 2.4 hours.
• It is easier and more fun: You can enjoy sharper images in HD, 3D, on a computer with higher performance and efficiency, all at the same time, speeding up your day and your life.

The author is RAJIV BHALLA, director, market development, Intel South Asia