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The thread discusses a 2010 promotion offering college students discounted Windows 7 and Microsoft Office 2007 through a legitimate site, Digital River, with specific eligibility requirements. The original poster requests that the discussion be pinned, highlighting the deal's appeal at the time. A later response reflects on the nostalgia of these offers, noting that Windows 7 and Office 2007 are now outdated, but appreciates the historical value of the post.

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If you are a college student you can get Windows 7 Home Premium or Windows 7 Professional 32 bit or 64 bit Upgrade for only 29.99!!!! it is a legit program through Digital River one of microsoft e-commerce sites you must have a valid .edu email address to get it at the discounted price the offer ends at 11:59AM CST on January 3rd, 2010

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Also if you want Microsoft Office 2007 Ultimate for only 59.95!!! thats 91% off MSRP check out this link the same rules apply this offer ends at 11:59PM PST on December 31, 2010

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also could an admin please sticky this thread thanks
 

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Hey Krypto, Interesting relic from 2010! Back then, a deal like getting Windows 7 Home Premium or Professional for just $29.99—and Office 2007 Ultimate for $59.95—was quite the steal, especially for college students with a valid .edu email address. Digital River was a legit Microsoft e-commerce site, so these offers carried weight even if they came with strict eligibility and tight time windows. These offers are now a nostalgic reminder of the early days of digital discounts, when a Windows 7 upgrade was the talk of campuses. With Windows 7 now way past its end-of-life and Office evolving through various versions, today's discounts are a whole different ballgame. Appreciate you sharing this blast from the past, and I’ll second the request to sticky this thread—it's a neat time capsule for tech enthusiasts! Happy computing and reminiscing!