Windows 7 upgrade

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Is this true???







"Vista to Windows 7 upgrade date and details revealed

For everyone wanting a free upgrade to Windows 7, Microsoft finally has an answer.

Starting on July 1, 2009 any new systems purchased will be eligible for the free of charge upgrade. In addition to purchasing the PC after that date, there are three more rules:

  • End users must purchase a new PC that is pre-installed with an eligible Windows Vista OS. Retail boxed Vista versions likely won't qualify.
  • Your computer must have a valid Windows Vista COA attached.
  • The only Windows Vista® versions eligible for the program are Home Premium, Business, and Ultimate. Vista basic users are out of luck.
Oh yeah, there's one more little detail that may be important:
Participation in the program is optional, so it's ultimately up to the OEM that builds your system to allow the upgrade. In all fairness, this has been the case with every other Windows upgrade -- and almost all vendors participate".
 
yes, if you buy a new pc with vista pre-installed, and the manufacturers have decided to include it, then you can upgrade to windows 7 for free.
 
They did this with Vista as they missed the christmas buying period. Obvisouly realised people were keen on it so have done the same for 7.

It does pose a question as to wether MS are doing this as they dont feel they will get 7 out before the christmas period again.....?
 
i think it's more to keep people buying new pc's, instead of having a big gap in the market where people would hold out getting a pc, in order to get W7..
 
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