Oh, so you just download it? Hmmm.

You have to go to Windows7.com (A Microsoft site), download and burn the image to a DVD. You also need to get a key from them which is free, if you plan on trying it for more than 30 days. The key gives you until 08/2009.

Walt Mossberg says Even in Test Form, Windows 7 Leaves Vista in the Dust...

I pretty much agree. I've been using it everyday, and haven't had a single problem. I've only had one program refuse to install, and that was VZAccess Manager, a program for my Verizon Wireless Broadband Card. No big deal though. I just use a plain old Windows Dial-Up Connection to connect the card.

Wow, this sounds really exciting. I kindof want this now! lol

But I'm afraid to install it, afraid of messing something up...

Microsoft Windows Communications Manager, Brandon LeBlanc, has announced that availability for the Windows 7 beta download has been extended until February 10th, 2009. Microsoft noted that they have extended the availability as "enthusiasm continues to be so high for the Windows 7 Beta and we don't want anyone to miss out we will keep the Beta downloads open through February 10th".

If you haven't started downloading the beta, you only have a few weeks left. The company announced that it's plan to end availability will be the result of a three phase strategy.

* Starting January 27th, the Windows 7 page will be updated with a warning that time is running out on downloading the Windows 7 Beta and that we will be limiting downloads shortly. People will be encouraged to register and start the download of the Windows 7 Beta sooner rather than later.
* February 10th, new downloads of the Windows 7 Beta will no longer be available. People who have already started their Windows 7 Beta download and have not yet finished will still be able to finish their download and are encouraged to do so.
* February 12th, people will no longer be able to complete their download of the Windows 7 Beta. Anyone who hasn't finished downloading the Windows 7 Beta will be unable to do so.

So, you are recommending Beta 7?

It depends. I wouldn't recommend that if you only have one system, that you use it in place of Vista or XP. It is a beta and it does expire. If you have more than one system, or you know how to partition your HD to install it as a dual-boot option, then I recommend it.

Kay, I don't know any of that stuff lol! So I'd better just leave my computer alone XD

Windows 7: Trouble on the upgrade path

Seems like only a problem if upgrading from XP. Since my XP machines are getting on the old side and I like XP, I'll only be upgrading Vista anyway.

But I won't be!

Wait and see. Just because the beta doesn't upgrade XP doesn't mean the final product won't.