Support for Windows XP, Office 2003 and Exchange 2003 ended

Originally published: July 18, 2016

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Windows XP, Office 2003 and Exchange Server 2003 went out of support on April 8, 2014. As a result, there is no new security updates, non-security hotfixes, free or paid assisted support options, or online technical content updates.

Running Windows XP SP3, Office 2003 and Exchange 2003 in your environment after their end of support date may expose your company to potential risks. More information on the changing security threat levels and the value of upgrading to a modern OS can be found on the Windows for your Business Blog and the Microsoft Security Blog. The latest Microsoft Security Intelligence Report also details how quickly unsupported versions of Windows XP will be infected by malware.

For those who need more assistance, Microsoft offers in-depth technical resources, tools and expert guidance to ease the deployment process. Online information and resources are available by visiting the Windows XP SP3 and Office 2003 end of support site. For more information on Exchange Server 2003 migration, please visit TechNet. To learn more about migration and deployment offerings, please contact your Microsoft Account Representative. We are dedicated to helping you remain secure and are here to assist you every step of the way.