Only 6 Weeks until Microsoft ends the life of some of its most popular products.

These products include: Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 R2, Office 2010, Windows 7, and selected business server software.

What does that mean for your business?

1. You’ll lag behind your competitors:

There are no patches or updates for old software, leaving businesses
still using it lagging behind competitors.

2. Outdated servers like Windows Server 2008 R2 costs more to run:

Old software costs more to run. Companies that upgrade to smarter,
faster, more secure systems and migrate to the cloud, save a fortune over time with drastically reduced capital costs.

3. You will be vulnerable with Windows Server 2008 R2:

Hackers love end of life operating systems, because it’s far easier to exploit.
The combination of no more security updates and lots of unpatched
holes makes it a prime target for cyber criminals.

4. Windows Server 2008 R2 will not be GDPR compliant:

Organisations that fail to protect their customers’ data are not compliant with GDPR. One of the main criteria of the new regulation is that
you have to use up-to-date, secure operating software, so if yours is falling short then all the hard work you did in 2016 will have been for nothing.

What if I don’t upgrade or replace Windows Server 2008 R2 by January 14th, 2020?

Imagine using a product that a company doesn’t want to take responsibility for anymore. You’ll be using the product at your own risk. This means that Microsoft will not take responsibility for loss of data due to security breaches.

What shall I do?

If you haven’t upgraded yet, it’s best to seek the help of an IT professional. This is a good way to ensure that everything is upgraded correctly and that all firewalls and antivirus are in place and working optimally. Depending on what type of hardware and software you’re using, you may need to take specific steps to make sure everything is fully compatible.

To meet with a member of our team or discuss your needs, please contact the ITCS support desk on 08456 400200 or email [email protected] and we will be happy to help.