On September 17, 2006, Windows XP Service Pack 1 will transition out of its supported lifecycle. After this date, customers will no longer receive support for XP SP1. To continue to receive support and no-charge security updates, customers must migrate to Service Pack 2. At this time, a Custom Support Agreement for Windows XP SP1 is not offered.
It should be noted that for Windows XP itself – Mainstream Support Will Be Extended. Windows XP is currently scheduled to end Mainstream Support on December 31, 2006. However, its follow-on release, Windows Vista, is not scheduled to ship until late 2006. In keeping with Lifecycle Policy, Windows XP will remain in Mainstream Support for two years after Windows Vista’s release. Dates on the external site cannot be updated until an official release date for Windows Vista is announced.
But bear in mind: Windows XP will only be supported during this period when used in tandem with Service Pack 2 and above.
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