blog.wired.com - 1/8/2009
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Microsoft will make the first public beta of Windows 7, the next version of its desktop operating system, available as a free download on Friday . There are several limitations, however, so even if you're excited and commited to trying out Windows 7 Beta 1 on your home PC, check out this list ...
technet.microsoft.com - 1/9/2009
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technet.microsoft.com —
You are willing to participate as an active
beta tester and provide feedback to help us complete
Windows 7. You have an extra computer available to dedicate to testing beta software. You can back up your PC, install and reinstall Windows, and ...
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Windows 7 Beta Customer Preview
Microsoft.com - 1/8/2009
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Microsoft.com —
Over the past few years, you've asked us
to make some changes to Windows. We listened closely.
Now it's time to share an early look at how we've used your feedback. Windows 7 is faster, more reliable, and makes it easier to do what you want. Both the ...
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Welcome to Windows 7
microsoft.com - 1/8/2009
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microsoft.com —
Make everyday tasks faster and easier. The more
streamlined and intuitive design of Windows 7 is intended
to simplify the things people do every day on their PCs. Desktop improvements make using the PC easier and provide immediate access to the ...
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Microsoft’s Ballmer Announces Availability of ...
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One Laptop Per Child cuts back. [Portfolio] Wired's got tips for getting the most out of your Windows 7 free beta on Friday. [Wired] Obama thinks digital TV rollout should be delayed. [WSJ] CES coverage from Kara Swisher, who's there in case you're not. [AllThingsD] Related Links OLPC Cuts Staff, Sugar Last Bytes: Comcast, CNBC, LinkedIn, OLPC XO Apple's New Laptops: Not So Exciting, But Boy Are They Kicking Microsoft's Hiney
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Windows 7 - Download Beta Today Only
Futurelawyer —
... How to Get Your Windows 7 Beta 1 on Friday | Epicenter from Wired.com. ...
Get Windows 7 Beta 1 Today (If You’re Lucky)
Technology - Channel Feed —
... So today’s the day when the first beta of Windows 7 is available, and if you want to try out Microsoft’s latest gem, you’d better pay attention to what Wired says. To make a long story short, the beta will be available only today, Windows 7 upgrades will only work with Vista SP1, and you’ll need to register to get a product key. The ISO is estimated to be 2.5 to 3.5GB in size. ...
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But this time, you don't have to head over to your favorite torrent tracker to get it. Microsoft just began its Windows 7 Beta Customer Preview Program , which means you can head on over to your favorite internet , download the ISO, burn a DVD and ...
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Why Microsoft Should Give Windows 7 Away [Windows 7]
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Windows 7 Beta Now Available to Everyone [Microsoft]
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Windows 7 public beta released, remember to patch
neowin.net 1/9/2009 — Update 2: We have now posted a method for acquiring a valid key too. Update: It appears that Microsoft.com is suffering badly with "server too busy" messages. The Windows Team Blog have confirmed MS are struggling and adding more servers. We have ...
All the Flavors of Windows 7 Explained [Windows 7]
i.gizmodo.com 2/3/2009 — If you're hoping there aren't ten million versions of Windows 7 like there were of Vista, I've got bad news and good news: There are multiple flavors of Windows 7. But it is less confusing. At first glance, the version breakdown does look a lot like ...
Microsoft: Seriously, we're listening to your Windows 7 feedback
community.winsupersite.com 2/26/2009 — And that explains why so many major changes have occurred since the Beta, I guess. It's nice having an impact on product development. Sigh. Anyway, Steven Sinofsky has addressed widespread criticism from beta testers and others (yes, including ...
What Windows 7 edition is right for netbooks?
obsessable.com 2/9/2009 — Manufacturers may choose build the systems with either the Starter Edition or Home Premium. What's the next version of Windows going to hold for you if you're planning on picking up a netbook down the road? Last week Microsoft broke down the difference between the editions of Window 7 that it ...
More proof that Microsoft wants Windows 7 out in 2009
arstechnica.com 2/1/2009 —
On the Engineering Windows 7 blog this week, Microsoft again noted that it was planning to give the public a Release Candidate of Windows 7 before the final version is ready. In other words, there is not going to be a "Beta 2," and the ...
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