Microsoft warns XP users for the use of a registerhack to continue to receive updates. Users that the hack apply, run the risk that their operating system is not properly functioning.
Monday, it was announced that the with a change in the registry it is possible to install updates on the now no longer supported Windows XP. It be downloads downloaded that actually are intended for Windows Embedded and Windows Server 2003. The registerhack only works with 32bit versions of Windows XP.
Microsoft has since in a comment to ZDnet, warned for the application of the registerhack. According to the company, are the updates not tested on Windows XP, and they offer no protection against new vulnerabilities. In addition, there is a risk that users who access the updates still install, a less well-functioning operating system or the operating system no longer works.
Until now, Microsoft has the quick guide is not yet blocked. The software giant recommends XP users to switch to Windows 7 or Windows 8.1.
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