About this tag
The tag 'final release' on WindowsForum.com covers discussions around the final public builds of Windows operating systems, particularly Windows 10 and Windows 8.1. Topics include Insider Program members receiving the final Windows 10 build on July 29th, activation requirements using a Microsoft Account, and the transition from preview builds to RTM. Users also discuss upgrade paths from preview versions to the final release, such as moving from Windows 8.1 Preview to the final version. The content reflects user experiences with build releases, update processes, and Microsoft's communications about final release availability.
  1. Saltgrass

    Windows 10 Downloading 10159 now...what's up?

    Well, I thought 10158 would be the last build before the final... looks like I was wrong. I wonder why so soon, maybe 10158 had some problem. It shows available in Windows Update, but so far it has not started actually downloading. Now it seems to be downloading at 50 Mbps... we will see...
    • Saltgrass
    • Thread
    • activity log bandwidth build 10158 build 10159 downloading error feedback final release performance tech support troubleshooting update issues windows 10 windows update
    • Replies: 25
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  2. Josephur

    Windows 10 Microsoft Confirms - Windows 10 Free for Insider Program Members

    Microsoft has confirmed that Windows 10 will be free for Insiders, even if the machine did not have Windows 7/8/8.1 on it beforehand. Testers will be able to do a fresh installation. "As long as you are running an Insider Preview build and connected with the MSA you used to register, you will...
    • Josephur
    • Thread
    • activation build confirmation clean install computerworld final release free upgrade insider program installation media microsoft msa operating system preview build tech news testers upgrade path user guide windows 10
    • Replies: 28
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  3. MikeHawthorne

    Windows 10 Getting the final release on July 29th...

    Hi If anyone hasn't seen this because then don't bother to read all the notices I think this makes it official that everyone in the Insider Program who is running Windows 10 will get it on July 29th. Mike...
    • MikeHawthorne
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    • activation build release clean install enterprise final release home edition insider insider program iso july mcp preview build pro version registration software assurance upgrade windows 10 windows insider windows update
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  4. davidhk129

    Windows 8 What is my option ?

    I have run into a quagmire. Presently, I have installed win 8.1 preview into an old Dell Inspiron laptop which used to run Vista. I like the preview so much that I am ready to install the Final Release of 8.1 when it becomes available. The thing is, I do not have a valid upgrade path to install...
    • davidhk129
    • Thread
    • boot issues clean install dell error handling final release full version installation laptop issues operating system preview repair options retail version safe mode system restore tech support troubleshooting upgrade upgrade path windows 8.1 windows vista
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Windows Upgrade and Installation
  5. davidhk129

    Windows 8 RE : Windows 8.1 final release

    At the moment I have the win 8.1 preview installed in my old Dell laptop which used to run Vista. It was a clean install and I never had the Windows 8 RT ( I could have it for $39.99, but I declined to do so.) Question : When the final release of Win 8.1 is available for public, do I have to...
  6. kemical

    Windows 8 News on release preview.

    Softpedia have a report on the 'Release Preview' which contains some interesting news: Reference: New Metro Apps in Windows 8 Release Preview - Softpedia
    • kemical
    • Thread
    • application bug fixes computex consumer preview development e3 conference features final release metro ui microsoft news operating system public release release preview sku software software giants technology update windows 8
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  7. Drew

    Windows 8 Warning Against Using Windows 8 Beta as Your Main OS

    I write & read in several tech forums & it leads me to the following... To all those switching their existing, current, non-beta, 'daily driver' Operating Systems on their computer, to BOTH those who have done it or are considering doing this w/ Windows8... WRONG!! Windows8, whether CP...
    • Drew
    • Thread
    • beta software consumer preview dual boot final release operating system production machine tech forum user advice virtual machine windows 8
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Windows Upgrade and Installation
  8. sergiogarcia9

    Windows 7 Celestica for Windows 7 [VS]

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    • sergiogarcia9
    • Thread
    • bug fixes celestica customization dark version download explorerframe final release graphics instructions light version resource changer shell32 sp1 system files themes timdate.cpl update user interface visual design windows 7
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Desktop Customization
  9. T

    Windows 7 Beta Release Problems

    With the final release approaching in a few days, I'm wondering if it's a good idea to remove the old unanswered questions about the beta versions? Some of those problems were probably fixed or it's just time to move on. When we sort for questions without replies / solutions most are several...
    • tblount
    • Thread
    • beta feedback final release old questions problem reply solutions sorting unanswered questions
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  10. Kylethedarkn

    Windows 7 So I have Windows 7 Build 7600 Do I need to upgrade?

    Yeah, I currently have Windows 7 Build 7600, so is there any difference between this one and the final released version of Windows 7. I know this one expires early next year, but other than that is there a difference?
  11. nehoma

    Windows 7 Widows 7 RTM final any difference?

    Hi to you guys who have an RTM final installed. Is it any different to the RC that we are running? Any new features or changes to th GUI?
  12. C

    Windows 7 No icons on desktop, start button not working. T_T

    This is the same issue as: "Link Removed". The icons are not showing up, but there is a label. The start button refuses to work. I can still load programs from the task bar, but there are no icons. I am running the RC, Build 7100. I just restarted my computer, but nothing changed. I don't...
    • cattrain
    • Thread
    • build 7100 desktop final release icons issues restart start button taskbar troubleshooting windows rc
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  13. EzeAris

    Windows 7 Some 7600 Questions.

    Well, my father have a notebook and i want to install the Build 7600.. But i have 2 questions: First one: Can I upgrade Windows Vista Home Basic to Windows 7 Ultimate Build 7600? Second question: There's an activation that activates that build for ever? As is was the Retail or Final one...
    • EzeAris
    • Thread
    • activation build 7600 final release home basic notebook retail version ultimate upgrade windows 7 windows vista
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  14. busydog

    Windows 7 So Much for an RC Upgrade

    M$ has laid down the rules..... upgrading from an activated RC to RTM will not carry your programs and settings over. Microsoft confirms Windows 7 RC upgrade rules by Link Removed due to 404 Error, posted Jul 14th 2009 at 11:23AM Link Removed due to 404 Error As October 22nd hastily...
    • busydog
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    • final release installation microsoft operating system rc upgrade software upgrade upgrade policy windows 7 windows.old
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Windows Upgrade and Installation
  15. blackroseMD1

    Windows 7 Clearing the confusion over RTM

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    • blackroseMD1
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    • beta testing bugs build compilation engine final release leaked builds localized versions marketing media player microsoft non winmain os version release date rtm security essentials software development windows 7
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Windows News
  16. Camride

    Windows 7 Windows 7 release date: Oct 23?

    Acer let some info out that they probably weren't supposed to. Not sure how credible the info is, but with the way the beta has been going it wouldn't surprise me in the least to see Win 7 ready to go by this date. Link: Link Removed - Invalid URL
    • Camride
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    • acer beta testing final release market launch october release date technology upgrade windows 7 z5600
    • Replies: 11
    • Forum: Windows News
  17. Kylethedarkn

    Windows 7 Will my PCI Capture Card Ever Work?

    So here's the problem. W7 recognizes my KWorld Connext PCI Capture card and even installs a driver for it. The problem is that anything that goes to use the capture cards says it isn't working, so I can't use it to record or stream, etc. Anybody know if its possible to use a virtual xp...
    • Kylethedarkn
    • Thread
    • driver issues final release hardware compatibility kworld pci capture recording streaming troubleshooting virtual xp windows 7
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Windows Hardware
  18. T

    Windows 7 Will i be able to upgrade from Win7 RC1 to RTM. Worried about it.

    Will users be able to upgrade from Win 7 rc1 to the RTM final when its released. dont want to have to clean install. If anybody knows of this, please reply
  19. Radenight

    Windows 7 Thoughts on "hidden new features" yet to be released...

    Hey all, So, here we are a month or so into the Windows 7 Beta being widely available (legally) to whoever wants it. Many have installed with no problems at all (myself included.. :) ) and many have had only minor problems that were easily fixed.. I think it's safe to say that most of us have...
    • Radenight
    • Thread
    • beta calculator curiosity discussion features feedback final release microsoft new features paint testing update user experience windows 7 wordpad
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  20. S

    Windows 7 i got a quiestion

    hi, well, lets see i have been woundering if there would be a Spanish pack update or something?. or I need to wait untill the final release? regards, S.87