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WinCE 5.0 end-of-life an issue?

2490 Views 1 Replies Latest reply: 2014-11-24 04:31:18


  •   Level 3   
    (57) points
    ToxicGumbo
    2014-11-21 10:50:49
    I noticed that the Windows CE 5.0 end-of-life "support" date passed as of this past month:
    http://www.microsoft.com/windowsembedded/en-us/product-lifecycles.aspx

    Additionally, it looks like the last monthly update stopped in July:
    http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/windowsembedded/dn205267.aspx

    Since the MaxiDAS is based on Windows CE 5.0 and is still selling like hotcakes--without any other comparable Autel diagnostic product in its price range--and with the newer MaxiSys products adopting Android, what concerns are there regarding bugfixes and security?  I'm curious about this since these devices connect to our office and personal networks and could potentially be targeted.


    -Jeff

  •   Level 7   
    (885) points
    fware

    2014-11-24 04:31:18 (Reply to:ToxicGumbo)

     I am not aware of any virus for the Windows CE.
    So I would not put to many thoughts into this and use the tool. Also the CPU inside blocks normal virus attacks, there is no Office or Java on the box.
    So most crap has no chance anyway.
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