When asked what you wanted in a PC, you told Microsoft to make
it simpler and easier to use. Microsoft listened, and built
Windows 7 to make your PC simpler and the things you do every
day easier. Now, it's nearly ready. Windows 7 is on its way to
manufacturers, and will be available on October 22.
Get
a look at what's coming.
Microsoft knows you love Windows XP—after all, you've been
telling them for years. With Windows 7, Microsoft used customer
feedback to make things even better. From switching between
programs to recording TV, Windows 7 simplifies the way you use
your PC—and the way your PC connects with the world. Here are
descriptions of these and many more features they think you'll
really like
TAKE A TOUR
If you've installed Windows 7 Beta on your PC, you'll need to
back up your data, and do a clean installation of the RC. Then
you'll need to reinstall your programs and restore the files,
settings, and other information you want to use for testing.
While we consider this a stable and high-quality pre-release
version of Windows, the RC is not the finished product. It could crash your computer or cause you
to lose important files or information.
You're pretty much on your own as you test the software. You
need to be comfortable setting up and troubleshooting a PC. If
you have a problem, you can find a lot of help from other
testers online, but we're not providing formal tech support.
Before installing the software please read these two
documents for important information:
Things to Know and
Release Notes
IMPORTANT: The RC will expire on
June 1, 2010. Starting on March 1,
2010, your PC will begin shutting down every two
hours. Windows will notify you two weeks before the
bi-hourly shutdowns start. To avoid interruption, you'll
need to rebuild your test machine using a valid version of
Windows before the software expires. You'll need to rebuild
your test PC to replace the OS and reinstall all your
programs and data. (To learn more, see
Frequently asked questions.)
