How to Safely Use Microsoft Windows XP FOREVER!

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Can You REALLY Use Windows XP Forever? Mitigate Security Risks & Keep Your System Safe!
Worried about keeping your Windows XP machine secure? You're not alone! While Microsoft ended support for XP in 2014, many folks still rely on this classic OS for legacy software or simply because they love it. In this video, we'll explore how to make Windows XP as safe as possible for continued use!
We'll cover essential security best practices to minimize risks, including:
XP Security Updates: While official updates are no longer available, we'll discuss alternative solutions (beware unofficial service packs!).
Antivirus for Windows XP: Not all antivirus programs play nice with XP. We'll recommend some options that still offer protection.
Windows XP Firewall: Learn how to properly configure your firewall to block unwanted access.
XP Security Risks: We'll break down the biggest security vulnerabilities in XP and how to mitigate them.
Is Windows XP Legal?: Using a genuine XP license is legal, but be aware of software piracy risks.
Windows XP Forums: Feeling lost? We'll point you to helpful online communities for XP users.
But can Windows XP truly be safe for everyday use? We'll discuss the inherent risks of using an unsupported OS and alternative solutions to consider. Ultimately, the decision is yours. This video equips you with the knowledge to make an informed choice about using Windows XP forever!
Is Windows XP still usable? Can you keep Windows XP safe? Let's find out!
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@demirdmr256 3 ай бұрын

Great video! But speaking of browsers, you forgot to mention Supermium which is a Chromium fork and right now it's the most up-to-date web browser for XP

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

thanks for reaching out about Supermium! Here's what I found: version 115 seems compatible, but the download wasn't on GitHub. Version 121 mentions a portable version working with XP, downloadable from the developer's Patreon page. While it doesn't appear there's a free version for XP, it'd be great to hear how you got yours! Maybe there's another option we can explore together.

@SinsBird 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia What do you mean? I downloaded 122 straight from github releases.

@_lun4r_ 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia 💀 paywalling a fork of an open source project lmao

@tibo5078 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia There is a free version. In fact, you just have to extract the installer and then extract the 7z file inside that extracted installer and it will start just fine.

@charginginprogresss 3 ай бұрын

Really? I tried a xp vm last week and downloaded supermium 120 for free from their website so idk

@bertnijhof5413 2 ай бұрын

I installed Windows XP Home in a Virtualbox VM in March 2010. That VM survived 2 VBox owners; 3 desktops and 4 CPUs. XP received all the updates till they stopped in 2014. I use the VM weekly to play the wma copies of my CDs and LPs with WoW and TrueBass effects. It could run Firefox 52.9.0 ESR; Format Factory 3.3.5; Rufus 2.14; Google SketchUp 8 and MS-Office 2003 :) I almost never use those programs anymore except Windows Media Player. I use the newest IOBIT software (Advanced System Care; Application Software Updater; Malware Fighter and Uninstaller) to maintain the system.

@adventuresinnostalgia 2 ай бұрын

You were able to replace hardware and the same Windows XP installation still worked? That's awesome. Over all that time did you have to upgrade Vurtualbox?

@demirdmr256 3 ай бұрын

Also when using an extension to block ads and many websites with filters etc. ublock origin is the best option imo as it includes a ton of filter lists from various developers

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

That's a great point about uBlock Origin! For viewers who might be new to extensions, are there any specific features of uBlock Origin that make it a good choice for Windows XP?

@hydradragonantivirus 3 ай бұрын

or xylent

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

@hydradragonantivirus Thanks for the comment! 'or xylent' - is that a typo, or is there a secret Windows XP term I'm not familiar with? Let me know!

@rondog086 2 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia ublock is much much better than abp

@barbieslegos8885 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for taking my suggestion!😊

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

You're welcome! Glad you found the video helpful. Did you have any specific features of Windows XP you were hoping to keep using? If there are any other retro tech tutorials you'd like to see, let me know!

@barbieslegos8885 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia supermium for windows xp!

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

Here's what I found: version 115 seems compatible, but the download wasn't on GitHub. Version 121 mentions a portable version working with XP, downloadable from the developer's Patreon page. While it doesn't appear there's a free version for XP, it'd be great to hear how you got yours! Maybe there's another option we can explore together.

@paulstubbs7678 3 ай бұрын

I would like to keep using XP, mostly for retro boxes, in which case web traffic would be restricted to locally hosted stuff. If you want to browse the web, setup another computer with a recent copy of Linux. The same goes for email. It would be nice to have some box to filter my network traffic so as to provide a sanitised version fit for XP and other 'ancient' Windows flavours - however I've had no success searching for any help on this front. The activation and update bit is a right pain, so I now don't try doing new installations, I just use saved images that are close enough then just make a few changes as needed. If you have a nice XP setup, grab an image now.

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

That's a very interesting setup you have for your retro boxes! Restricting web traffic to local content is a great way to keep XP secure. For viewers who might be curious about replicating this, could you elaborate a bit on how you achieved the network traffic filtering? Are there any specific tools or configurations you recommend?

@paulstubbs7678 2 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia I don't have any filtering at present, that's why I said 'it would be nice', I just avoid the browser unless I want to talk to my Volumio streamer, or my NAS's control page etc, it's more an excuse to run the old web browser, in reality, for day to day use I usually do those things with an up to date PC. I'm not really into games, so the retro bit is more connecting things together and fideling

@algorithminc.8850 Ай бұрын

Great bits ... still some XP development done here ... like it. I look forward to checking out your channel. Subscribed. Cheers

@CesareVesdani 2 ай бұрын

Windows XP forever nostalgia.

@adventuresinnostalgia 2 ай бұрын

Do you still run Windows XP?

@CesareVesdani 2 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia Yes, I do. On some computers and VirtualBox. The nostalgia never ends.

@williamlegotyler1825 Ай бұрын

Amazing videos! i love them,you helped me so much to make my windows xp vm working perfectly! Now im moving to windows 98 can you make an update video on windows 98 web browsers

@klausb.7505 3 ай бұрын

I absolutly agree ! Very good Video ! Thx 4 the tips !

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

I'm glad you enjoyed the video! While XP was great, are there any features from newer versions you miss?

@klausb.7505 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia it's mostly more about using old Hardware (maybe oddware from the old Days) and old Games, but I wouldn't give it Internet permission, LAN only (seperate smb1 net). Older Digital VCR/DVD Player and Androids with Net connection can only use SMB1. N1c3 having a XP Machine by Hand (too)

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

@klausb.7505 Thanks for the comment! That's a good point about using XP for LAN-only tasks and older devices. Out of curiosity, have you had any experience running an XP machine on a separate SMB1 network for things like digital VCRs or older Androids? It would be interesting to hear more about your setup.

@LeooSaGoh 3 ай бұрын

Useful as always. Already waiting for Use Vista Forever, specially 32bits 🔥 🔥 🔥

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

Thanks! Glad you found it useful. While XP holds a special place in our hearts, are there any specific features of Vista 32-bit you'd love to see covered in a future video?

@lukewt1017 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia I think that this person is saying that they want a version of this video, but for Windows Vista 32 bit.

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

@lukewt1017 Interesting! There seems to be some interest in a Windows Vista version. Would a video on securing Windows Vista 32-bit be something you and other viewers would find helpful?

@Pokerium 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia That would be very helpful

@lukewt1017 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia It would most certainly be helpful! If you make a tutorial for Windows Vista 32-bit, most things will also work on Windows Vista 64-bit, so it's a win-win for both x64 and x86. Maybe you could also do this for Windows 7.

@The_DreadStorm Ай бұрын

A little tip for XP users (of which I am one): If you go where your Network Adapter is, you can right-click on it, and drop a shortcut of it onto your desktop, making the switch easier. Right-clicking on the shortcut will also enable/disable it. I have two adapters in my machine, so I renamed the shortcut for the Internet one "Internet Connection" and the other is for my private domain. That way, when I go on the Internet, I can also disable the LAN one for added protection. Just makes things a whole lot easier. Or even better, make a batch file that enables one and disables the other with a simple double-click. If someone's familiar with XP, chances are they're familiar with Dial-Up internet access. Just think of it as that - dialing out and disconnecting. I am of the school of thought that, since I use internet sparingly on my XP rig, I don't need Antivirus. But I do use Microsoft's own Windows Defender for XP. Less bloat and BS, and with a little know-how, you can manually update the definitions for it using a download of the data file for a 32-bit Win7 version. Of course, until it's discontinued. heh

@GU__NI 22 күн бұрын

So if you have a win10/xp dual boot setup. If im connected on the WIN10. Can the system still be exploited because xp is sintalled on the system? Or only if im logged into xp and connected to the internet?

@user-li2lv5rz7w 3 ай бұрын

When I first used windows 7 on a laptop, it made me feel like an entrepreneur. Same thing with a time i tried Xp. Both amazing and clean experiences!

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

That's awesome! Windows XP definitely had a special feel to it. What was it about XP that made you feel like an entrepreneur? Was it the customization options or the sense of accomplishment after troubleshooting something?

@user-li2lv5rz7w 3 ай бұрын

I tried XP for the first time, and the customization options were a significant aspect of it! I never knew you could change the themes. If you were using Windows XP back in the 2000s, you would know that it wasn't exactly the safest operating system. Therefore, I had gotten a virus on my computer at one point and later had to reinstall Windows XP. This was the beginning of my journey to becoming a technician. But when I fixed my computer, I felt like I had accomplished everything.

@Rashed9331 Ай бұрын

how am i supposed to use the internet without getting hacked?

@ANTHONYBOOTH 27 күн бұрын

also, the network connection must be arranged carefully, - I saw a video elsewhere of Win XP being connected to a PUBLIC IP on the Public Wi-Fi ...I would prefer to be behind two or more layers of NAT + various firewalls.... ...but really, I prefer to use XP internally or at most 'on the edge' i.e same vlan, different IP network (running Statically in the background)...

@SametKaratas-db1xu 3 ай бұрын

I use Windows Server 2008 R2 with Microsoft Security Essentials by fully updated (including sha-2 code signing support) to update Microsoft Security Essentials. I use Windows Server 2008 R2 for playing roblox games (like Brookhaven rp, pet simulator 99 etc.)

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

That's interesting! While Server 2008 R2 is more secure than XP, have you considered any alternative solutions for playing Roblox safely, given the security risks of unsupported operating systems?

@SametKaratas-db1xu 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia I upgrade to Windows 10 and Windows 11 recently. But, Windows 10 and Windows 11 crashed my computer. So, I downgraded to Windows 7. I have slight crash issues so, I upgraded to Windows Server 2008 R2. Windows Server 2008 R2 doesn't crash of me

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing your experience! Did you manage to identify what might have caused those crashes on Windows 10/11? Other viewers may be having similar issues.

@SametKaratas-db1xu 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia when I start Windows 11 by press power button, gets blue screen. But, sometimes when I start Windows 11 by press power button, didn't has blue screen luckily

@SametKaratas-db1xu 3 ай бұрын

Same for Windows 10

@plainsabertooth7828 3 ай бұрын

My issue is that I want to use windows xp but most software wants a cpu with sse2 and my dual Pentium 3 box doesn't have it.

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

Interesting! What kind of software are you hoping to run on your XP machine? Knowing the specific needs might help us brainstorm some workarounds.

@plainsabertooth7828 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia a web browser mostly:)

@jaydenthomas820 Ай бұрын

what about supermium

@russellmania5349 Ай бұрын

Windows XP was the best. It was user friendly and very light on resources and you didn't need that much Ram. Windows 7 was decent, but required most people to upgrade their PC's because of the heavy system requirements it required. Windows 10, 11, and beyond is just malware.

@davidkimsey6451 3 ай бұрын

Shouldn't this thing be behind a firewall with just about all of the ports locked down?

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

You're absolutely right, a firewall is essential. Beyond a firewall, are there any other security measures viewers should consider when using Windows XP in 2024?

@redacted629 3 күн бұрын

Depending of rig, an IDS or IPS (intrusion detection or intrusion prevention) virtual or physical box would massively reduce the threat vector. If you run it outwith the XP you can trap it before it's a risk. Or you could try to make it a container within QubesOS but heavier lifting requited to produce.

@humanspecieseradicationmedia Ай бұрын

2:01 Or you can run MBAM from an old Hiren's executable, update the virus definitions, and do an offline scan with no chance of data collection. You don't need constant always-running protection unless you're insane anyway

@costincodreanu5446 3 ай бұрын

Adventures In Nostalgia, I want to say you can use java and flash player as long as is from the last version and not doing any online banking or not having any critical important data stored

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

thanks for your comment! While it's true that using the latest version of Java and Flash Player might help a little, Windows XP itself isn't receiving security updates anymore. This means there are known vulnerabilities that could be exploited. Do you have any thoughts on how to mitigate these security risks while using XP?

@costincodreanu5446 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia don't worry it's fully updated including official updates by Microsoft and updates from posready 2009 and it has tls 1.1 and 1.2 for internet explorer 8. I am using a laptop and it has windows xp professional service pack 3 and I never use an antivirus and I used virustotal to scan if a file is malicious or clean. It's very easy to stay safe as long as you don't go to sketchy and dangerous website and don't crack software

@OwnedByWuigi 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia Considering XP's source code got leaked, someone in the community might make updates for 2024

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

How do you manage software compatibility? Many modern programs and applications are no longer compatible with Windows XP.

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

@OwnedByWuigi You're right, the source code leak does open possibilities. Do you think it's realistic for the community to create a truly secure Windows XP update in 2024?

@gamereditor59ner22 3 ай бұрын

Interesting...🤔 Can I use it on Type 1 hypervisor ?

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the comment! That's a fascinating question. Using XP in a virtual environment can be interesting. Are you familiar with setting up a Type 1 hypervisor like VMware ESXi or Microsoft Hyper-V? There can be some challenges running XP on a Type 1 hypervisor, like driver compatibility. Knowing which one you use might help with specific instructions.

@gamereditor59ner22 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia I want to see to setup in VMWare on my laptop plus adding other OS. Edit: Great! Thank you! Great video and keep it up!

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for the feedback! Let us know how the project goes

@gamereditor59ner22 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia You welcome!

@breadcraft3605 Ай бұрын

@@gamereditor59ner22VMware workstation is a type 2 hypervisor

@Saudade720 Ай бұрын

With a firewall how would another computer even find your xp computer ?

@AppleFan-md9sp 3 ай бұрын

How you got Internet connection on VirtualBox?

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

that's a great question! For setting up internet on VirtualBox with Windows XP, there are some helpful tutorials online. would you be interested in a future video specifically on internet connection methods for VirtualBox?

@AppleFan-md9sp 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia I had a problems with Internet connection on Windows XP and Windows Vista on VirtualBox, but not on Windows 7 and later. That’s probably because drivers don’t support outdated versions of Windows.

@charginginprogresss 3 ай бұрын

idk about virtualbox, that said VMware has no issues, it uses your internet no problem.

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

@AppleFan-md9sp The default configuration in VirtualBox should work for Windows XP. Under File>Preferences>Network the screen should be blank in terms of entries under "NAT Networks". There are a number of things you can go with VirtualBox networking that requires various different configurations. maybe you had to set one up in the past for some reason and that is causing the issue.

@ShaggyCZ 8 күн бұрын

Activating Windows XP by phone still works (at least here in Czechia 🇨🇿 it does), there is a bot talking to you, which probably doesn't require much maintnance

@tibo5078 3 ай бұрын

Nice video!

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

Thanks! Windows XP can be a classic! What security measures do you use to keep your XP system safe?

@tibo5078 3 ай бұрын

I use Supermium to browse the web instead of the old Internet Explorer, and i fully patch my Windows XP install with legacy update.

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

Legacy update gives you access to the same Windows updates from Microsoft that you would get from the old Windows update site right? Meaning there isn't a limitation like no post SP3 updates?

@tibo5078 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia Yeah!

@kirekocev2587 3 ай бұрын

Does Windows XP 64 bit support the latest version of FL Studio?

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

According to the MSFN forums, Yes. This list is essentially for both XP and Vista msfn.org/board/topic/175262-last-versions-of-software-for-windows-vista-and-windows-server-2008/

@kirekocev2587 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia Thank You Sir!

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

You are most welcome! Let us know how it works

@kirekocev2587 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgiaWell sadly, it gave me a dll error

@breadcraft3605 Ай бұрын

@@kirekocev2587just use a modern os.

@ColonThree342 3 ай бұрын

This was really helpful! I'm planning on bulding a PC using 2000s parts with Windows XP, and this provided me with a lot of important information! Thanks!

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

That's awesome! I'm glad the video was helpful. What other 2000s parts are you thinking about using in your build?

@ColonThree342 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia I'm planning on an AMD Athlon 64 X2 4200+, GeForce 8800 GTX, Asus A8N-SLI, and 2 gigs of RAM.

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

Thats sounds like a sweet rig! Two 1GB sticks of ram in a dual channel setup or just a single 2GB stick?

@ColonThree342 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia 2 sticks of 1 gigabyte

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

Excellent choice!

@The-E-Base 3 ай бұрын

As of right now, the Wibdows XP system i have has no internet, but at the same time it already had stuff on there (it's a used system), so I'm already kinda screwed.

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

that's a tricky situation. Without internet access, security updates for XP won't be possible. But, depending on what kind of stuff is on the system, there might still be ways to use it safely. What kind of things are you hoping to do with the computer?

@The-E-Base 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia Although it is mainly used as a backup computer, I actually plan on making a few games on there. (Also, almost everything else I have doesn't have internet either)

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

when you say making games, do you mean creating them or playing them?

@The-E-Base 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia creating them.

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

I would love to hear more about these games you make!

@Hacker70000 3 ай бұрын

Serpent 55 does support windows xp k meleon also supports it

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for letting us know about Serpent 55 and K-meleon! It's helpful to have options for XP users. For viewers who might not be familiar, could you tell us a bit more about what features these browsers offer and how they compare to the last official Chrome version for XP?

@Hacker70000 3 ай бұрын

Serpent has two versions serpent 52 and serpent 55 serpent 52 does not support extensions and serpent 55 does for chromium based browser I have heard that thorium will add support for xp and vista serpent is based on basilisk which is based on firefox

@thesilentgeneration 11 күн бұрын

Are you saying Microsoft still makes updates for XP? I doubt it.

@adventuresinnostalgia 9 күн бұрын

No, the last official update for windows XP was a single out-of-band patch from 2019

@SoftwareRat 3 ай бұрын

Why are you still recommending antivirus software in 2024 that on the one hand slows down the system extremely (in the case of XP computers even dramatically) and on the other hand is dubious in terms of their business models?

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for your comment! That's a very interesting point about antivirus software on Windows XP. While antivirus software can be helpful in protecting against some threats, it's true that it can also slow down a system. Ultimately, the decision of whether or not to use antivirus software on Windows XP is a personal one. There are some risks associated with not having any antivirus protection, but there are also downsides to using antivirus software. For viewers who might be hesitant about Avast, do you have any alternative antivirus recommendations that work well with Windows XP?

@ShaknunicPT-BR 2 ай бұрын

Avast doesn't even officially support the version available on XP so indeed, why the recommendation?

@shreyash_sarkarEditz4636 3 ай бұрын

Can I get That ISO Please?

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

thanks for the comment. Great question! Just to clarify, are you looking for a pre-made ISO or wanting to create your own using the video? The video actually walks you through creating your own Windows XP ISO. Follow along closely, and you'll have your own ISO in no time! Let me know if you get stuck at any point

@user-nt7os5cg7j 23 күн бұрын

i want to use windows xp as my os becaus it is very nostalgic and I love the look of it! unfortunately im not a computer nerd so it's risky for me to try this since my system could get malware. I know I can install antiviruses but for me going to Windows XP seems very shady. It looks too dangerous

@danielivanov930 3 ай бұрын

You forgot to add supermium as an browser option .

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

@danielivanov930 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia oh,didn't knew,watched michael mjd where he did some workarounds to get the latest one running

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

I'm curious about the workarounds you mentioned from Michael MJD's video. Can you tell me a bit more about them?

@danielivanov930 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia he had problem with the installator as well . System requirements first need to have xp sp3 or later or windows server 2003 sp2 or later . Cpu must be dual core with sse2 instructions . He installed 7zip and opened the exe file and extracted the progrwrp dll file ,then he opened inside the mini installer.exe and extracted the chrome.7z file,he extracts then the chrome-bin folder and puts that dll file in that folder and then he opens supermium .You can find his video if you need to check how he did it,it looked confusing at first . I don't have xp machine,i got windows 7 machines .The title of the vid is Supermium - A Modern Web Browser for XP and Vista! by Michael MJD . .He used version 121 . Hope it helps .

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

@danielivanov930 Thank you for the details! it sounds like a good bit of effort and time when into getting Supermium working. Hopefully it was worth it. From what I have seen of Michael MJD's videos he doesn't do many follow-ups on stuff like that

@guffingtonreal 3 ай бұрын

Downloading extra antivirus software is only important on old versions of Windows. In Windows 11 and 10, Defender is good enough and catches most things instantly, entirely for free.

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

That's a valid point for newer Windows versions! However, Windows XP Defender has known limitations. Would you recommend any specific additional security measures for viewers who choose to stick with XP?

@charginginprogresss 3 ай бұрын

Anything prior to windows 10 1903 needs an antivirus. The choice is one that still receives definition updates currently, like Avast for XP, for example.

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

@charginginprogresss out of curiosity why is the cutoff point that that specific version of Windows 10 from 2019?

@charginginprogresss 3 ай бұрын

iirc that's the version when the windows defender "got good", on 8 and before defender was bad, and win 10 inherited it, after a big update there was a major overhaul of features including defender I am quite sure it is 1903, could be 1809 too tho not sure. In any case up to date 10 and 11 and currently supported ltsc (10 2019, 10 2021) all have the good defender

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

@charginginprogresss That is a solid reason! Thank you for the explanation. It makes for a fascinating Google search because the 2023 perspective appears to be that earlier versions of Windows defender were better. I suppose it peeked in 2019 and it's been downhill since then.

@Jestr86 3 ай бұрын

Windows 2000 Pro always be my favorite OS.. XP comes in 2nd followed by 7 Ultimate.. dont like 8 or 10

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

Haha, Windows 2000 Pro! That takes me back! What was your favorite thing about it? Personally, I always loved the classic sounds

@Jestr86 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia the sounds, lightweight install had early features of XP and the classic look..

@charginginprogresss 3 ай бұрын

3:46 Supermium

@charginginprogresss 3 ай бұрын

7:33 it's best to just unplug physically the ethernet cable, more than just toggling a software option

@djtnm 3 ай бұрын

better than mypal

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

@djtnm That's a great tip! Unplugging the ethernet cable is a surefire way to block internet access. Do you ever find it inconvenient to physically unplug the cable? Maybe there's a software option we could use in conjunction for those times?

@Guilherme36594 3 ай бұрын

Windows installer 4.5 Supermium Mypal Firefox: 52 ESR Opera 36 PDF Download Foxit PDF Reader 5.4.5.0124 Audio and video Revival: MPC-BE 1.4.7 XP Security Avast or AVG antivirus Others DirectX WinRAR 4.20 (32-bit) Office 2010 Net framework: Impressora: HP deskjet 2540.

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for this list! It's really helpful. Can you tell me more about what you plan to use Windows XP for? This will help viewers understand if these programs are the best fit.

@Guilherme36594 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia Actually only in a virtual machine. I play games today that are not compatible with xp.

@thmUNIX Ай бұрын

‘the safest way to such antique OS is to’, I guess, just use it without internet connection 😂

@adventuresinnostalgia Ай бұрын

Technically true... and, it's like saying the safest way to go skiing is to not ski

@thmUNIX Ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia like cmon, I understand nostalgia thing, I also like some older versions of OS like Mac OS X 10.6, 10.7 etc, but it is either difficult, or unsafe to use them anyway. If you really like appearance of an older OS, you can just customize, for example, GNU/Linux to be like Windows XP or Snow Leopard. Of course, I understand it is not the same, but I guess, a better approach. But I am working on a desktop environment for GNU/Linux which is called plainDE (actually it is publicly available already for 2.5 yrs) and set an aim of making it the most customizable DE ever, so that transformations would be easier and more realistic

@jaceydurland9098 3 ай бұрын

Windows XP is a great OS. I used it all the way up until 2009. Now I use Windows 10 online and Windows Vista offline.

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

thanks for sharing your experience! Windows XP definitely has a special place in many hearts. Out of curiosity, what do you use Windows Vista offline for?"

@jaceydurland9098 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia Old games that no longer run well on the modern operating systems.

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

That list of games is growing rapidly it seems. I recently read that more people are playing games from 7-10 years ago then titles that were released this year.

@parkmallbaby 3 ай бұрын

My man. Team Panda!

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

Hey there! Thanks for being a Team Panda supporter! Just curious, are you a long-time Panda Dome user?

@parkmallbaby 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia Yes since the mid 2000s. Free user though.😜

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

I'm in the free camp as well. I don't think I have ever paid for Antivirus software outside of whatever is bundled with the PC s I've purchased.

@ToastExists 3 ай бұрын

I might do this

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

Sounds like a challenge! Let me know how it goes, Windows XP can be a fun throwback. What's your favorite part about using it?

@BNWilliamGaming 3 ай бұрын

Hello!

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

Hey! Glad you could make it. Windows XP forever, huh? What's your secret to keeping it running smoothly?

@joetheman74 3 ай бұрын

Doesn't Legacy Update directly fly in the face of your stance on 3rd party service packs and updates from POS Ready? It's the same damn thing. THIRD PARTY. There could be unintentional security flaws and malware. That's what YOU said about 3rd party right? I disagree. The majority of the entire internet runs on an operating system made by the community and many many many 3rd parties. And yes even though Linux also just had a recent security flaw, has had them in the past and will again I'm sure it is still more secure and better than windows or most large corporations wouldn't be running their infrastructure on it and the internet would run on Windows. Windows has also had MANY MANY MANY MANY security flaws (that's why it has needed so many updates over the years) and even hardware can have security flaws. Intel processors have had and even recently an repairable security flaw in all Apples new M1 and M2 processors. Mitigation and safety are the key instead of being afraid of "third party" updates and security patches. I trust the open source community far more then I would MS. A company that is now BLOCKING users from updating their OS it they installed certain features to restore lost functionality to windows 11 that came standard in all previous versions of windows. And THIS is who you trust?

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

Yes, Legacy Update is 100% against my stance on the use of 3rd party updates. However, should Microsoft one day decide to remove all Windows XP updates from their servers, the WSUS program, etc. Legacy Update may be the only option. which is not dissimilar to the direction we are going with Windows generally. Linux may be the only option. I agree with your disagreement. In many ways Linux is superior to Windows, and one does not necessarily replace the other. The point within the context of the video is, the further out you go from the Microsoft ecosystem the more issue you will run into with security, compatibility, performance, etc. All software is flawed, and the flaws will be found and exploited eventually. For every software developer that is an indeterminate number of offensive security specialists working to find and exploit every imaginable vulnerability It's not about trust, it's about stability and function. Microsoft exists to make money. the Linux community exists to make and support good operating systems and software. Those two things don't really work well together on Windows XP.

@iCrab 3 ай бұрын

Can you make a ISO of windows XP 64bit fully updated ?

@anthonywalker6268 3 ай бұрын

Or, you could just you don't need to know the os after 10k.

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

I have no idea what that means. please explain

@UltraZelda64 2 ай бұрын

The easiest way to make Windows XP safe for long-term future use is quite simple: Unplug the ethernet cable and remove any Wi-Fi drivers. To increase protection a bit more disable autorun. Even better, disable USB mass storage devices entirely. Done. The best way is to just install a better operating system. Who the hell would want to use XP in 2024 anyway?

@adventuresinnostalgia 2 ай бұрын

So you are saying unplugging the Ethernet cable and removing wifi drivers should be adequately secure. If Bluetooth is still enable is that a risk too?

@kyled00m 3 ай бұрын

I think Windows XP will eventually become too "outdated" (unsupported by big company software). I'll give it 12-35 years before that happens though (or maybe 8-35 if big companies target Windows XP with ill intents).

@geometrikselfelsefesi 3 ай бұрын

Another way to use xp forever is by wine + linux + themes

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion! Wine + Linux + themes sounds interesting, especially for viewers who are comfortable with that setup. Could you elaborate a bit on the process for those who might be new to it?

@breadcraft3605 Ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgiawhy do all your replies look chatgpt?

@djsatane 3 ай бұрын

"safely"

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

That's a valid concern! "Safely" can definitely mean different things to different people. What specific security risks are you most worried about with using Windows XP long-term?

@user-yt2vd9gz8y 3 ай бұрын

Did you say POS? what else does that mean?🤣

@adventuresinnostalgia 2 ай бұрын

Point of Sale. Have you ever used a self checkout at a grocery store? It's kinda neat if you've never done it

@hydradragonantivirus 3 ай бұрын

use windows xp source code

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

That's a great point! could you share some specific tools or practices you'd recommend for viewers who might be considering using windows XP source code?

@hydradragonantivirus 3 ай бұрын

It's at sp1 so it might help users to understand Windows xp@@adventuresinnostalgia

@sussteve226 3 ай бұрын

Xp forever. #supermium

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

@sussteve226 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia 122 works on xp!

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

thanks for letting me know! Can you tell me more about '122' and how it works with XP? Is it a specific program or setting? This could be helpful for other viewers.

@sussteve226 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia It's on Supermium's release page. It's Chromium 122 but without WebUI Refresh 2023 and blocking XP. It also works on XP SP1 now! BTW I use this on XP computers because it supports WebGL on older PC's, that's what sold me :)

@Kani8122 3 ай бұрын

Now do "How to safely use Windows 98 forever".

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

Haha, that's a bold request! Windows 98 definitely brings back memories. While I can't guarantee "forever" for any OS, would you be interested in a video on some of the challenges and workarounds for using Windows 98 in a safe-ish way?

@Kani8122 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia Could be pretty interesting. Not gonna lie, my best Windows memories were with Windows 98. That OS was my childhood.

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

@Kani8122 Haha, Windows 98 memories! I've all got them too. What was your favorite thing about it? Sometimes I miss the Dial-up sounds

@Kani8122 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia MS-DOS compatibility. As a kid I was disappointed that I couldn't play DOS games on XP so I kept using 98 for several more years.

@emchodevetkov9438 3 ай бұрын

supermium

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

I'm not sure what you mean. please explain.

@emchodevetkov9438 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia browser

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

That is interesting! Supermium is a browser. Is it better than MyPal in your opinion?

@see-sharp 3 ай бұрын

That's the best way to guarantee you are gonna get hacked xD

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

Chances are, if you are connected to the Internet with an XP system you are going to be doing something like updating a game, downloading a mod, pulling up a FAQ or video tutorial, etc. If you were to get a virus or something, you would likely reinstall Windows. What is the worst-case scenario if you were to use an XP system on the Internet?

@charginginprogresss 3 ай бұрын

only way to get hacked is to install malware yourself, or to have some hacker hating on you specifically and targeting you either way, both of those will fugg your system even on windows 11 just be hardware and software literate bro

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

That's an interesting perspective! While targeted attacks are less common, wouldn't general vulnerabilities in XP still make it more susceptible to attacks compared to a modern OS? For viewers who might be new to computers, could you elaborate a bit on what you mean by "hardware and software literacy" in this context?

@Treetrain1 3 ай бұрын

i feel like if someone would be willing to install xp nowadays they might as well just use linux

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

That's an interesting point! While XP may have its fans, Linux is a powerful option. Are there any specific features of Linux that make it your go-to these days?

@redlionstudio2750 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia well, there are a lot of options in here, a lot of distros for different tasks, but overall you get security updates, low hardware requirements and still a good software support I'm using NixOS btw :)

@RT96 3 ай бұрын

@adventuresinnostalgIt really is more flexible, and can add more features to it, open source even if millions of code. Almost no viruses, the main part.

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

@redlionstudio2750 Thanks for the detailed response! It's great to hear about alternatives for viewers who want the benefits of XP without the security risks. For those who might be new to Linux, could you elaborate a bit on which distro (like NixOS) might be a good option for someone familiar with Windows XP?

@redlionstudio2750 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia hmm, I think any distro that ships with LXQt, LXDE or Xfce, good example is fedora or Lubuntu There's also EndeavourOS and openSUSE But I recommend not using clean debian, it's terrible for desktop usage And ofc I don't recommend using NixOS for new users, even for some advanced linux users, it's kind of hard distro, but it's really rewarding when you understand it and nix.

@federicocatelli8785 3 ай бұрын

Offline😅

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

@jaceydurland9098 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia A virus that gets into the bios of your computer. That would be the worst case scenario. Reformatting would no longer work at that point.

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

That's a valid concern! While very rare, some nasty viruses can be tricky. Can you tell me more about this BIOS virus? Have you encountered one before?

@jaceydurland9098 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia I don't know a lot about BIOS viruses and I haven't encountered one yet-knock on wood-but I'm very careful of what I download, and I use VirusTotal to be sure it's safe before I run it. I've heard about a new virus that may happen in the future where it can actually get onto the physical chips in your PC and basically permanently ruin your computer, but that may or may not be true. Either way, I think with the AI of the future, it can be argued that viruses could get more aggressive with AI constantly replicating them and improving them. XP is probably the most vulnerable OS in my opinion, because it likely has been the most widely used and popular OS of all time. It's still used to this day in certain fields as you likely know. If it was me, I would use XP offline only, and that way you'll be self-sufficient, and not be bothered by online distractions and ads. You'll have everything you'll need on an external hard drive, and ideally have what's important to you backed up onto discs if possible. Your programs (of which you have a back up of) and games will be the only thing actually residing on your offline PC. That way even if you do lose what's on it, your personal files are separate and safer than on your external drive than they are on the internal drive inside your PC which has your OS installed on it. A docking station would be ideal. Think of it the way you'd use an old console like a Super Nintendo or a Sony Playstation for example. It's all self-contained and secure. And if you do need anything from the web, use a laptop with a modern OS on it to download what you need, scan it with an antivirus, and then transfer it via flash drive to your offline computer. This method may not be for everyone, but this is how I use my Windows Vista offline PC.

@ayden8901 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgiaworst case would be the malware hopping to other computers on the network. Unless you stick it on its own subnet isolated from the others

@GuyManJohnson Ай бұрын

This is a better option for my grandparents than linux

@breadcraft3605 Ай бұрын

An os that has not received any updates since April of 2014 that runs any program with privileges the same as running a program as administrator on windows vista+ for impressionable people that can be scared into downloading anything... looks like a great idea

@aaz1992 3 ай бұрын

Make Windows 11 look just like XP. Problem solved

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

Haha, that's a creative solution! While a Windows 11 XP skin might bring back the nostalgia, do you think there are any downsides to sticking with 11, like software compatibility and privacy?

@Krispok0332sn Ай бұрын

It will still not look exactly like windows xp unfortunately

@ricardobino7410 3 ай бұрын

Using XP connected to a network in this day and age is system suicide. The only good reason to still use XP is to use some tool (like most car mechanic soft) that only work in XP, and you would use it in an isolated system not connected to anything, and not use that system for anything other than that very specific task.

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the comment! You're right about security risks with XP online. In the video, we focus on offline use for specific scenarios. For viewers who might consider XP for a networked machine, what specific security measures would you recommend?

@ricardobino7410 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia if you absolutely must be connected (wich I advice against) connect the XP system through a secure router with incorporated firewall and anti virus protection (they are not the cheap ones) or another computer acting as a router with an up to date system OS and protection. Basically have another system babysit the XP one.

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

@ricardobino7410 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia that system (xp) could be the gateway through wich an attack can compromise your whole network, including up to date systems. Also could compromise your data (being stolen or lost/corrupted).

@jaceydurland9098 3 ай бұрын

@@adventuresinnostalgia It could transfer to other PCs if you're using a WIFI network. Also, it is possible in a rare event that your hardware itself could get compromised and thus a reinstall would not fix the issue.

@bregrif19 3 ай бұрын

How to Safely Use Microsoft Windows 11 FOREVER!

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

Haha, tempting offer there! While XP has a certain charm, what aspects of Windows 11 do you think make it a forever kind of OS?

@user-li2lv5rz7w 3 ай бұрын

You guys may like the new metro apps, but don’t touch my legacy control panel!

@pepeshopping 3 ай бұрын

NO! Without CURRENT and consistent OS updates, you cannot be safe if connecting to the Internet! WHO will patch the known and yet to be discovered vulnerabilities? I look forward to you showing this as your daily driver and showing when you get owned.

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

You're absolutely right, security is paramount! While the video explores ways to potentially extend XP's lifespan, without official security patches XP is inherently riskier. what specific security risks do you see as the biggest concerns for viewers who might still be using XP?

@charginginprogresss 3 ай бұрын

owned by who exactly you, like me, are just nobodies like everyone else, nobody is coming for us just don't be dumb yourself and you will not run malware and for that you just need literacy and a modern browser and guess what, with xp you can actually have both...if you are software literate that is

@adventuresinnostalgia 3 ай бұрын

@charginginprogresss That's a fair point! You're right that individual users are less likely to be targeted than large organizations. For viewers who might be concerned about malware, could you elaborate on what kind of "dumb" mistakes users should avoid while using XP?