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Windows operating systems: Almost two million computers at risk
Windows operating systems: Almost two million computers at risk

There are no longer any updates for the Windows 7 and 8 operating systems. This means open security gaps and therefore worthwhile and easy targets for cybercriminals. In Germany, almost 640.000 computers still run these operating systems. “It is depressing when you see that despite years of information campaigns, millions of users still rely on outdated Windows operating systems. Because: Windows oldies pose immense dangers in everyday office life. Outdated Windows operating systems are easy targets for criminals. Over 1,8 million computers in Germany still have an operating system dinosaur installed. The end of support for Windows 7 was several years ago...

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Over 3 million insecure Windows computers in German households
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The good news: private users invest in their software and hardware and protect themselves against cyber attacks. Nevertheless, over 3 million insecure Windows computers work in German households. In German households there are around 48 million computers running the Windows operating system. The corona pandemic has led to private users replacing their old devices and even buying more devices. The vast majority of computers have a recent version of Windows installed. Nevertheless, over three million devices are still being operated with an outdated variant. After all, that's around two million less insecure PCs than...

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