Rumor proves true, Microsoft extends downgrade date for XP

Several days ago, on October 3, we reported about a rumor that Microsoft was going to extend the downgrade date to XP from January 31, 2009 to July 31, 2006 – a total of 6 more months.

InformationWeek had e-mailed a Microsoft representative to check if the rumor had any truth in it, and a spokesman replied saying:

“As more customers make the move to Windows Vista, we want to make sure that they are making that transition with confidence and that it is as smooth as possible. Providing downgrade media for a few more months is part of that commitment.”