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In the latest announcement from Google, the company will formally end support for Google Drive application on Windows XP and Windows Vista. Ending support does not mean users cannot download and install Google Drive as usual. However, it implies that users will no longer receive security updates, protecting their accounts as before.
Previously, Dropbox had also discontinued support for Windows XP and Windows Vista since April 2017. Meanwhile, OneDrive still provides support but has recently reduced the free storage capacity to only 5GB for users.
However, unlike Dropbox, users are not restricted from downloading and installing Google Drive. Users will only no longer receive Google Drive updates before January 1, 2017. Therefore, the risk of cyber attacks and data breaches remains high.
Another option is for users to switch to using the web version of Google Drive, similar to Dropbox and OneDrive. To ensure security against hackers, you can upload files to Google Drive through modern web browsers such as Google Chrome, Firefox, or Cốc Cốc. If you are using Windows 10, Mytour recommends opening the service on Microsoft Edge, as it is a highly secure browser.
But the best approach users can take at this time is to update to Win 10 or other versions such as Windows 7, 8.1. Currently, updating to the latest version of Windows 10 has become simpler thanks to various support tools provided by Microsoft. Most importantly, after installing Google Drive and combining it with Windows 10, you can minimize security risks.
Mytour advises you to install Win 10 or update to the latest version of Windows 10. Currently, this is the newest version of the operating system, with many stable bug fixes, and, most importantly, Microsoft has long stopped supporting Windows XP. In general, if possible, it is recommended to upgrade to the latest Windows version.
On the current Google Drive, you can still perform all tasks such as uploading files to Google Drive, searching on Google Drive, or transferring data from Google Docs to Google Drive for storage and direct editing. However, the search data on Google Drive may be at risk of cyber attacks and takeover in the event of a network attack.
Using Google Drive with online word processing tools, online Excel, etc., eliminates the need to install Office suites from Microsoft. Another service supporting these functions is MS Office Web Apps, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. If you are unsure about choosing a service, you can refer to the article comparing Google Drive and MS Office Web Apps to make the right decision for yourself.
