Windows 8 Get Windows 8 for $39.99... by testing the free Release Preview!

[Mike]

Here's one GOOD reason to download the Microsoft Release Preview and link it to your Live account as soon as possible. With the RTM version inevitably coming any time soon, you will want to check this out!

If you use the Windows 8 Release Preview with your Windows Live Account, you will reportedly have the option of purchasing Windows 8 Professional upgrade at $39.99 US dollars. For more information:

Upgrade to Windows 8 Pro for $39.99

The official Windows Team Blog lists all the ways to get Microsoft Windows 8 at this discounted price.

 

[Drew]

Windows 8 Release Preview can be upgraded for $40

 

[Drew]

Warranty

The Windows 8 Pro upgrades obtained via these promotional prices will include 90-days of no-charge support from Microsoft which will begin at the moment the Windows 8 installation and activation is completed.[