Windows Service - Software and Support
Windows 7 is the latest Windows service for Cardiff University. Windows XP will remain supported until further notice.
Please use the links below to find information related to both Windows services:
Windows Service Support Policy
INSRV Support Policy
Fully supported by INSRV. All hardware and software queries (provided they are not caused by additions or alterations to the standard desktop image) will be fully supported by INSRV.
Microsoft Support Policy
| End of mainstream support | End of extended support | |
| Windows 7 | January 12, 2015 | January 14, 2020 |
| Windows XP | April 14, 2009 | April 8, 2014 |
(Please note that Microsoft support dates may be subject to change. Correct at time of publication.)
Software availability
For detailed information about virus protection software, please refer to the security and virus protection web pages.
SPSS for Windows and Mac is available for download via the Cardiff Authenticated Downloads site.
Security vulnerability rating
Comprehensive. Operating system and application security patches fully tested and automatically deployed to all University desktop imaged systems daily. Virus Software fully supported and updated hourly, regular security audits undertaken, unnecessary services disabled and application compatibility testing undertaken prior to release.
Protection of the Cardiff University network
Compromised systems fully investigated by INSRV. Disconnection from the network likely only in the most extreme cases where disruption to other network users is unacceptable.
INSRV advice
Windows 7 and XP University desktop imaged systems offer the greatest stability, security and protection for the Cardiff University network users. The burden of software provision, virus protection, security updates and technical support is all provided by INSRV.