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The thread discusses why Microsoft delays the general availability of Windows 7 after releasing RTM builds, with the original poster questioning the four-month wait and the continued offering of RC versions despite the testing phase being nearly complete. The second user explains that this delay allows thorough testing to ensure readiness and provides OEMs time to prepare, with the official GA date set for October 22, 2009. Overall, the discussion provides insights into Microsoft's release strategy and the reasons behind the testing and preparation period.
Ahmed Alzayani

Ahmed Alzayani

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With bulid 7260 (RTM escrow) MS started the RTM builds, and it's only few day before the final RTM build is compiled (if not already, 7262?).

So why MS will wait 4 months (Third a year) for the General availability!, I mean they will miss Back-to-school season that way!

Side note: why MS still offer the RC in there website! I mean they are beyond RC test and feedback stage.
 

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They "wait" because once the RTM goes live it is rigourously tested to ensure that it is in fact GA worthy.. If it is deemed "complete" (so to speak) than it goes Gold and the GA will rear its pretty face on Oct 22nd/09.. :) Not to mention it gives OEM's time to get their sh!t together in preparation for the GA.. ;)
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They "wait" because once the RTM goes live it is rigourously tested to ensure that it is in fact GA worthy.. If it is deemed "complete" (so to speak) than it goes Gold and the GA will rear its pretty face on Oct 22nd/09.. :) Not to mention it gives OEM's time to get their sh!t together in preparation for the GA.. ;)
 

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