Windows XP returns from Microsoft’s graveyard in a nostalgic browser reboot — but don't expect Internet Explorer to work

The Microsoft Windows XP log-in screen is displayed on a laptop computer.

Microsoft's various builds of its Windows operating system have significantly evolved over the years, and mostly for the better, depending on how you look at it. After 4 years, Windows 11 finally surpassed Windows 10's market share as the latter's end-of-life deadline edges closer. However, there are a couple of temporary workarounds, including syncing your PC settings to the cloud via a Microsoft Account.

So, when was the last time you used Windows XP? The software giant released the operating system in 2001, which quickly became a new favourite for most users because of its broad compatibility, user-friendly interface, and improved performance compared to its predecessors.