Five things to keep in mind as Windows XP end of life approaches

Sometimes the cost of not doing anything is higher than the cost of taking action. That could very well be the case when it comes to moving off of Windows XP. In 2013, it cost $870 to maintain an XP machine, according to research firm IDC. That's more than five times the cost of supporting a Windows 7 machine. Consider how many PCs you have in your company, and your Windows XP support costs can really add up.