Windows XP 2024 Edition may not be real, but I want it to be. This concept is what I want to see from a new OS, and Microsoft should listen.

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Windows XP 2024 Edition is a concept of a revived Windows XP that is familiar yet new, with a simple UI and no unwanted features. The article also mentions the issues with Windows 11 and the nostalgia factor of older Windows versions.

Windows XP 2024 Edition is everything I want from a new OS

Windows XP 2024 is the OS I wish was real

So, it is still not officially published, right? And I guess any customized windows Os would be banned by Microsoft.

Looks good, however it felt strange when the XP logo moved to the left and up on the loading screen, while other elements only move up. Also, I personally prefer Windows 10’s start menu as it allows for an immediate view of all applications. However, these are just my thoughts and I understand if your opinions on this matter doesn’t match mine.

In an alternate universe, where Microsoft isn’t tone-deaf to its users and isn’t high on AI. Seems great to me, ship it.

AR4789 who creates these concepts is a real master of imagining how the goods could look like.
sadly the limitations are always a harsh reality.