Microsoft emphasized locked-in release dates for Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 and indicated that those consumers purchasing a system with Windows Vista will have the opportunity to upgrade to Windows 7 as part of the original deal. Microsoft is betting that Windows 7 will be the substantial hit it needs to reverse its fortunes in a slumping economy.
Microsoft announced June 3 that customers purchasing a system with its Windows Vista operating system will have the ability to upgrade to Windows 7 when the latter is released on Oct. 22. In addition, Microsoft also announced that Windows Server 2008 R2 will be widely available at the same time as Windows 7.
http://www.eweek.com/c/a/Windows/Micros ... ch-118377/
Windows 7 release date, Oct. 22nd
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