Government ties the decision to security concerns, though it's unclear what will replace the still-widely-used Windows XP.

by Don Reisinger

 

The Chinese government has officially banned Windows 8 from use on all government computers, reports out of the country claim.

The Xinhua news agency, one of the government's media mouthpieces, reported that the move was designed to improve security on government computers. Neither the government nor Xinhua explained how the ban would ensure security, Reuters noted.

The news comes at a time when animosity between China and the US is high. On Monday, the US charged several Chinese government officials with allegedly hacking networks in the US. China quickly responded by saying that the US has engaged in cyberespionage and cried foul on the charges.

 

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