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How do i check what version/build windows i have? My desktop shows no build number, in control panel > system > windows edition, it only shows Windows 7 Ultimate This is what it shows from my install dvd in \sources\cversion.ini [HostBuild] MinClient=7233.0 MinServer=7100.0 Should i assume i...

Hey all, I managed to snag a BRAND NEW FULL RETAIL copy of Adobe Dreamweaver CS4 for $175 CAD. ;) So, now I have to watch some of the tutorial videos that are on the included Tutorial DVD as I've not used Dreamweaver before.. Should be interesting.. The point of this thread is I would like...

Although some retailers and system builders are already "sneaking" copies of the OS and systems with the OS pre-installed, the official release date remains Oct 22. BUT WAIT! Microsoft has just announced that some small system builders who build special built-to-order systems may pre-install...

By Scott M. Fulton, III, Betanews Windows 7 OEM prices compared to Windows Vista Windows 7 SKU Full retail MSRP 3 OEM full install MSRP Comparable Vista SKU Full retail MSRP OEM full install MSRP Home Premium $199.99 $99.99 1 Home Premium $224.99 $89.99 2 Professional $299.99 $134.99 1...

Hi. I joined primarily to ask this single question. Is it possible to legally own a Windows 7 Ultimate version right now? I'm asking because I saw a PC in an on-line store, which had the Windows 7 Ultimate 32-bit version installed. I am tempted to buy it, really, but I'm afraid I could get into...

PC chassis revolution Thermaltake's Level 10 chassis Extreme Gaming Station, or one of the most innovative and at the same time strange looking cases on the market should be available as of October. Among the reasons why this case should attract some attention is the fact that it was designed...

I use the RTM and I was told by my it that the keys won't be ready till Mid October so when the Retail comes out how do you upgrade without doing a fresh install?

Sorry if this has already been answered. Some retailers\online stores are offering a 'Free Windows 7 Upgrade Coupon' with purchase of Windows Vista. My question is the exact nature of this coupon, does it mean that you simply for free get a coupon that allows a discount on your purchase of 7...

The final Windows 7 RTM Build 7600 was promised to ship on 24th July to Microsoft OEM partners. Once again actual final untouched Windows 7 RTM Build 7600.16385 ISO is leaked by Zukonka, who has leaked numerous development builds in the past on popular torrent websites. Windows 7 RTM Build...

Hell froze. Microsoft is openly acknowledging Apple's consumer electronics threat and going for the jugular. The company's COO Kevin Turner has officially announced that they will open their own retail srores "right next door to Apple this fall" Link Removed due to 404 Error Full story >>

From Wzor 6.1.7600.16384.win7_rtm.090710-1945 - no sign-off in RTM. 6.1.7600.16385.win7_rtm.090713-1255 - very, very possible FINAL RTM build. 7600.16385.090713-1255_x64fre_client_en-us_Retail_Ultimate-GRMCULXFRER_EN_DVD.iso SHA1...

Does anyone know with certainty (I'll accept rumor just identify it as rumor) If retail copy's of home premium will be available for multiple PC's.Hopefully with some pre order action i dont want to upgrade any of my ENORMOUS oem vista installations i would much rather re install every...

Windows 7 build 7600 x64 is expected to be leaked soon on various torrents but don’t rush to grab it one,first confirm whether the torrent is real or fake as we would be seeing lot of torrents popping up,most of them would be fake. Here are some details of Windows 7 build 7600 x64 File Name...

Im in the uk and i want to preorder windows 7 Home Premium E. But on microsofts site and loads of retailsers all i see is to buy a new pc and get a free upgrade. I want to preorder. It said the uk preorders start today- Augest. But where can i preorder!

I have heard conflicting stories about what to do when buying the retail while you have the RC installed. When I bought my computer it had XP installed and a Vista business upgrade disk with it. When I installed windows 7 I did a clean install over XP. I have heard that when changing from the...

There’s one more bit of small print regarding Microsoft’s Link Removed, which the company unveiled officially last week, that may be of interest to business customers. Via the program, users who purchase new PCs with Windows Vista preloaded from participating PC makers and...

FINAL ROADMAP FOR WINDOWS 7 Process Next-Step : RTM Escrow > RTM RC > Gold code > Final version > RTM-version 06.01 ~ 06.19 BUILDING RTM ESCROW 06.22 ~ 07.10 RTM RECALL 07.10 RTM FINAL BUILD TARGET (Gold) 07.13 RTM SIGN-OFF (Final) RTM SIGN-OFF : JULY 13 OFFICIAL RTM ...

Hey gang, I'm seeing an awful lot of threads popping up regarding the Windows 7 Upgrade Media.. So I thought I'd post a neat little "trick" involving Upgrade Media.. ;) http://www.winsupersite.com/showcase/winvista_upgrade_clean.asp (As I've stated before, I don't normally refer people to...

I am running the RC version, will I be able to buy the retail upgrade when it comes out or will I require a full retail version? Thanks in advance! ~Chuck

To help avert criticism, Microsoft and its retail partners will temporarily offer steep discounts on the Upgrade versions of Windows 7 Home Premium and Professional only. Consumers who preorder these products online between June 26, 2009 and July 11, 2009 in the US and Canada will pay just...