Previously, the device was running on a special version of Windows 98 and was already preparing to complete its program. Scientists have found that it is too early for the probe to retire.
After the update, Mars Express will begin to cover a large area of the surface of Mars for study.
Scientists expect that using this device will allow them to detect and give more opportunities to search for water on the planet. In addition, the update will increase the battery life of the probe by five times.
