Windows 7
windows7upgradeoption.com to be launched on Friday,26th June
The new site Windows 7 Upgrade option has been revealed.Though still their is no information available.The page reads as
Thank you for your interest. Please return to this site on June 26, 2009.
What will be provided on Friday is unknown but we may finally find out pricing options for Windows 7 upgrades or it could possibly show the paths you have to upgrade to Windows 7 but leaving out the pricing options.
Microsoft also plans to release final versions of its Windows 7 keyboard and mice drivers on June 26.
A quick background check on who owns the site reveals that "This site is hosted for Microsoft by arvato digital services.
© 2009 This site is maintained by or for one of the following Microsoft Corporation affiliates: Microsoft Licensing, GP, Microsoft Ireland Operations Limited, or Microsoft (China) Co. Limited, and the applicable entity is referred to as "Microsoft" throughout this site" and also the domain is owned by Microsoft so this site is legitimate
Thanks to Neowin for the info
Windows 7 latest build,build 7264
The latest build compiled in the RTM branch is Windows 7 build 7264.The build string is 6.1.7264.0.win7_rtm.090622-1900 and the build was compiled on 22nd June.The build previously posted which we doubted to be real was actually fake.
Further acording to wzor Windows 7 RTM would be available by 13t July and the build number would probably be 7300.
We would be posting more info as and when available.
Download Windows 7 RC Training Kit for Developers
The Windows 7 Training Kit for Developers includes presentations, hands-on labs, and demos. This content is based on Windows 7 RC and provides an early peak to our final training. This training kit is designed to help you learn how to build applications that shine on Windows 7 by utilizing key features such as:
- Taskbar
- Libraries
- Multi Touch
- Sensors and Location
- Ribbon
- Trigger Start Services,
- Instrumentation and ETW
- Application Compatability
Windows 7 Software Logo Toolkit Now Publically Available
Microsoft is pleased to announce the public availability of the Beta release for the Windows 7 Software Logo Toolkit. The toolkit allows ISVs to submit and receive the "Compatible with Windows 7" logo for their products.
Improvements, including self-test for applications, instant approval of passing applications, and a streamlined waiver process dramatically speed up the logo testing and the submission process. Fees for logo submissions have also been eliminated.
As a valued logo partner, the "Compatible with Windows 7" program also offers a variety of benefits including co-branding, MS partner points, and premier placement on a variety of online consumer facing sites.
Here are a few simple steps towards getting started:
1. Download the Beta logo toolkit here: https://connect.microsoft.com/Downloads/DownloadDetails.aspx?SiteID=831&DownloadID=19072
NOTE: this link also includes the logo requirements document, toolkit release notes, a toolkit user’s guide, and an overview of the submission process.
2. Submit the test report from the toolkit via: https://winqual.microsoft.com.
3. If a waiver is needed for a failing test case from the toolkit report, the streamlined waiver process can be initiated by completing the online form at the following link:
https://connect.microsoft.com/feedback/CreateFeedbackForm.aspx?FeedbackFormConfigurationID=3419&FeedbackType=3&SiteID=831&wa=wsignin1.0
Some additional information you may find helpful:
· Logo artwork and marketing guides can be downloaded from http://winqual.microsoft.com immediately once the following has been completed:
The passing logo report is submitted and the logo policies are accepted
The Software Logo License Agreement is signed online
· Instructions on how to perform the two manual tests can be found in the release notes.
· Windows 7 Logo Waiver/Exception Request: https://connect.microsoft.com/feedback/CreateFeedbackForm.aspx?FeedbackFormConfigurationID=3419&FeedbackType=3&SiteID=831
· Only test results generated by the Beta release of the toolkit can be used to submit for the logo
· Additional frequently asked questions (FAQ) and the corresponding answers are maintained at the following location:
Technical FAQ:
https://connect.microsoft.com/content/content.aspx?ContentID=11911&SiteID=831
Business FAQ:
https://connect.microsoft.com/content/content.aspx?ContentID=11912&SiteID=831
Source- MSDN Blog
Microsoft Wants Your Input to Help Improve Windows 7 Products
input.microsoft.com - Here’s your chance to help improve Microsoft products by submitting feedback that will be sent directly to the folks working on the features.
The following feedback programs are currently open:
- Network Monitor 3.3 - Provide feedback on Network Monitor 3.3 scenarios
- Windows 7 Enterprise Scenarios - Windows 7 scenarios for the Enterprise
- Windows 7 Scenarios - Provide your overall impressions of the Windows 7 Release Candidate
- Windows Virtual PC - Provide feedback on Windows Virtual PC scenarios
Source- Blake’s Blog
Windows 7 pre RTM build 7127 leaked
After Windows 7 RC public release this is the first build that has been leaked on the net.The full build string of this build is 6.1.7127.0.090507-1820,which shows that the build was compiled on 7 th May just after 2 days of the Windows 7 RC public release.Both the build X86 and X64 version have leaked on net.
Here are the details of the builds
Windows 7 Build 7127 x86:
7127.0.090507-1820_x86fre_client_en-us_Retail_Ultimate-GRMCULFRER_EN_DVD.iso
MD5 hash- 4045CB2A8E50B65ED9E1C2B8D6026B2F
SHA1hash- F2D615E674B64053D299CFA5E80B777269F0DFF2
CRC -32 F691687F
Windows 7 Build 7127 x64:
7127.0.090507-1820_x64fre_client_en-us_Retail_Ultimate-GRMCULXFRER_EN_DVD.iso
MD5 hash- F805A6595DDC6D12956588BB0F1B9B83
SHA1 hash-9BEB69BE3C2D113ECEB944145951A2123FBBBBF8
CRC -32 460FAD4E
Download Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor Beta
Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor Beta is now available for download.Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor scans your PC’s system, programs and devices to check if it’s able to run Windows 7. After a few minutes, the report will let you know if your PC meets the system requirements, if there are any known compatibility issues with your programs and devices, and will also provide guidance on your upgrade options to Windows 7.
You can download Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor beta from here
Windows XP mode beta available on 30th April
According to the Microsoft Press site beta version of Windows XP Mode will be made available on April 30.Windows XP mode allows users of Windows 7 Professional and above to launch many older Windows XP productivity applications directly from their Windows 7 desktop. The Windows XP Mode stand-alone feature is specifically designed to help small businesses that are using Windows XP applications move to Windows 7. For larger businesses, Microsoft Enterprise Desktop Virtualization (MED-V) MED-V 2.0 builds on top of Windows Virtual PC and provides centralized management of Windows XP Mode. MED-V 2.0 will be available in beta within 90 days of general availability of Windows 7.
Here is what the Microsoft Press pass reads
We are announcing the beta release of Windows XP Mode for Windows 7. Small businesses told us they wanted help upgrading to Windows 7. Windows XP Mode, an optional feature of Windows 7 Professional, Enterprise and Ultimate editions, helps small businesses upgrade to Windows 7 by providing a virtual Windows XP environment capable of running many Windows XP-compatible business and productivity applications. Customers can run many older Windows XP business and productivity applications within Windows XP Mode and launch them from the Windows 7 desktop with just a single click. A beta of Windows XP Mode will be made available on April 30.
We would be posting more information as and when it is available
