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Windows 7 Beta ISO Download and Product Key Available for MSDN and Technet Subsribers

Although the public beta for Windows 7 beta will only available on January 9, 2009, the MSDN and Technet subscribers can now start downloading the DVD ISO media together with a genuine working product key to activate the Windows 7 installed.
download - comments - 8.1.2009

Retrieve CD Key/Product Key From Windows Registry with Product Key Finder

You must keep CD Key/Product key of any software or application at handy place since you may not know when you will need that key again.
download - comments - 9.7.2009

Windows 7 RTM and MSDN Academic Alliance MSDN AA Availability Update

At the start of this week, I posted an article informing users of the fact that Windows 7 RTM was available for download via MSDN Academic Alliance (MSDN AA). Looking at the comments that have been piling up I think that an update is necessary to clarify some aspects.
windows - comments - 14.8.2009

Windows Vista RTM appears on MSDN

Microsoft Date/Time Posted: 2006-11-16 21:56:18 (UTC). File: en_windows_vista_x86_dvd_X12-34293.iso ISO-9660 DVD Image
windows - comments - 16.11.2006

Windows Vista Iso BillGates to MSDN patch 2

Second Little path for BillGates ISO of Windows Vista RTM to transform this release into legit MSDN release.
download - comments - 18.11.2006

Collection of published Vista SP1 API changes from MSDN

Microsoft might choose not to tell its enthusiasts anything about Windows Vista Service Pack 1, but they can’t afford to keep it a secret to the development community. Thanks to pacpis for this article.
windows - comments - 22.7.2007

A short chat with a MSDN Concierge about Vista SP1

Not long ago, Microsoft has hinted towards the availability of Windows Vista Service Pack 1 on MSDN if not before the public beta. I wanted to find out if this was the case and who better to ask than the MSDN Concierge - open 24 hours, talk about great service. Thanks to pacpis for this news.
windows - comments - 18.8.2007

Windows Vista Iso BillGates To Legit MSDN PATCH

Little path for BillGates ISO of Windows Vista RTM to transform this release into legit MSDN release.
download - comments - 13.11.2006

Microsoft Releases Vista SP1 RC Preview on MSDN

Microsoft has posted download links to Windows Vista SP1 RC Preview on the MSDN homepage for MSDN subcribers.
windows - comments - 4.11.2007

MSDN subscribers: Vista SP1 to hit by the end of this week

Microsoft is continuing to accelerate its timetable for Windows Vista Service Pack (SP) 1 availability.
windows - comments - 13.2.2008

Vista upgrade invalidates your XP key

If you choose to purchase an upgrade version of Windows Vista to upgrade XP, you will no longer be able to use that version of XP.
windows - comments - 30.1.2007

Intel waiting for key update before going Vista

If it's not good enough for Intel, is it good enough for you? We're talking Microsoft's Windows Vista, which the chip giant's CEO, Paul Otellini, this week indicated has not won the backing of his technology experts.
windows - comments - 7.3.2007

Windows 7 Product Key Checker to Verify Windows 7 Product Key

Windows 7 official release is set on October 23 and soon you will be able buy your own copy of Windows 7.
download - comments - 9.9.2009

Microsoft releases key Vista developer technologies

Microsoft on Wednesday gave developers access to a key piece of Windows Vista, months ahead of the operating system's release.

The company posted near-final versions of two software development technologies that are part of WinFX, the underlying programming model being introduced with Vista, which is slated to ship late this year.
microsoft - comments - 20.1.2006

Vista Hands On #4: Clean install with an upgrade key

I've been reading the breathless reports this week about the "Vista upgrade loophole." Most of it is typical echo-chamber stuff, and most of the reports I've read so far have gotten the basic facts wrong.
windows - comments - 19.2.2007

Vista License and Product Key Terminology Part 1

First part of mini serial of articles about Vista Licensing from Steve Jobs blog.
windows - comments - 4.6.2007

Vista License and Product Key Terminology Part 2

Second part of mini serial of articles about Vista Licensing from Steve Jobs blog.
windows - comments - 7.6.2007

Vista License and Product Key Terminology Part 3

Next part of mini serial of articles about Vista Licensing from Steve Jobs blog - Vista Certificate of Authenticity (COA).
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Vista License and Product Key Terminology Part 4

Next article about Vista Licensing from Steve Jobs blog - this is about Microsoft Product Activation (MPA).
windows - comments - 16.6.2007

Rearming Vista SP1 to Live 120 Days with No Product Key

With Windows Vista, Microsoft brought to the table an entirely overhauled activation architecture compared to Windows XP.
windows - comments - 10.1.2008

Disable and Remove Half-Open TCP Connections Limit (to Unlimited) in Windows 7 and Vista SP2 with EnableConnectionRateLimitin Registry Key

Officially, the incomplete half-open outbound TCP connection attempts allowed at any one time is now unlimited by default in Windows Server 2008 and Vista SP2 (Service Pack 2), and Windows 7. Actually, the ability to limit or restrict number of half-open outgoing TCP connections system can create or establish is built into Windows Vista SP2 and Windows 7, however it’s disabled by default.
windows - comments - 8.6.2009

Activate Windows 7 Pre-Beta 6801 with Vista Beta or RC Product Key without Crack

Already download and install Windows 7 Pre-Beta build 6801? You probably have to leave the product key field blank during installation in order to complete the setup of Windows 7.
windows - comments - 1.11.2008

Windows 7 beta on MSDN?

Just as many are waiting for the Windows 7 beta to be announced at CES, we have a Microsoft blog saying its available on MSDN!
windows - comments - 8.1.2009

MSDN Opens Up to Firefox, Opera

MSDN announced last week that it had tweaked its subscriber download site in order to make it compatible with both Firefox and Opera. There are some issues, such as extra work needed in installing the File Transfer Manager, however developers are working on a new version of the FTM that should correct final problems.
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Microsoft Releases MSDN Wiki

Microsoft has released its Microsoft Developer Network Wiki for developers.
microsoft - comments - 9.12.2006

Windows Home Server - Now available on MSDN

A key benefit of Windows Home Server is the versatility and power it offers as a development platform. Even when Windows Home Server software was still in the beta stage, we published a software development kit (SDK) so that 3rd party developers could develop interesting add-ins for the product. See the original post, "Developers, Developers, Developers".
windows - comments - 25.3.2009

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XP SP3 Integrated Images on MSDN

Microsoft is pleased to make available integrated retail and volume license installs of Windows XP SP3, to MSDN and TechNet Plus subscribers.
windows - comments - 3.5.2008

Online Windows 7 event: MSDN Unleashed

On February 28, Microsoft organizes an indepth Windows 7 event in Irvine California.
windows - comments - 22.2.2009

Windows 7 To Surface on TechNet/MSDN This Month

We’ve received word from a trusted source close to GeekSmack that Windows 7 will be on TechNet/MSDN before the end of the month, so those of us with a premium TechNet/MSDN account will be able to get the official RTM build about 2 months ahead of when Windows 7 will hit store shelves on October 22nd.
windows - comments - 3.7.2009

Microsoft Windows Vista is now on MSDN & Connect

Thanks Andareed who posted this news in our forums, yes thats right MSDN users need no longer to wait.

Initial reports are that this is different from the leaked version that has been available for about a week on all sorts of torrent sites, the hash is different:

en_windows_vista_x86_dvd_X12 -34293.iso = b71e04564ca22e4d9928e59298eff8 7cf62b382b
LRMCFRE_EN_DVD.iso (BillGates) = b82590481755ba3420e7314bf82b89 16a90963b5

This single download includes the following Windows Vista editions:

• Windows Vista Business
• Windows Vista Business N
• Windows Vista Home Basic
• Windows Vista Home Basic N
• Windows Vista Home Premium
• Windows Vista Starter
• Windows Vista Ultimate

The product key used to install Windows Vista will determine which edition will be installed. The product keys used to install Windows Vista Business N, Windows Vista Home Basic N, and Windows Vista Starter are not currently available.

Also US testers may find an invitation to download any version of Vista final they choose (a product key is then supplied for the version specified) my source tells me that international users will start to see this appearing on their connect page within the next day or so. It's unclear if every tester will get a full version of their choice. We'll update this when Microsoft gets back to us.


neowin.net - 17.11.2006

Windows Vista will RTM at build 6.0.6000

A source close to Microsoft has confirmed to me that Windows Vista will in fact carry the build number 6.0.6000 . He found this out by receiving a mail with the build stamp "Microsoft Windows Mail 6.0.6000.16384" so that ends that speculation.

Also the MSDN subscription page has been updated with the following information

Windows Vista and Office 2007: Availability on MSDN Subscriber Downloads
Windows Vista and Office 2007 will be available through MSDN Subscriber downloads within 7 days of release to manufacture (RTM). MSDN Subscriptions is committed to making new content available to our subscribers as soon as is practical.

Looks like we'll be seeing this appear soon.

Update: Several key Microsoft employees has firmly stated that Vista has not been released to manufacturing. The day might be soon, but is certainly not today, or tomorrow. There's still a bit more work to do. Build 6000.16384 is real, but it also doesn't mean RTM. These days, Microsoft doesn't have to increase the major version number when building, so theoretically, any sub-set of build 6000 (6000.16385, 16386, etc...) can be RTM. source

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neowin.net - 31.10.2006

Clearing up the confusion on Vista licensing and key management

Since Windows Vista has been released to the public, there has been a lot of confusion and hype surrounding some of the licensing decisions and restrictions with which Microsoft Corp. saddled the operating system and its many versions. Additionally, there's a new type of product key and a volume key management system that you might not know about. In this article, I'll take a look at five distinct points about Vista licensing and key management and give you the most current answers to what I've found are the most common questions about those topics.




winbeta.org - 02.11.2007

Microsoft offers a Vista two-for deal

As 2007 rolls to a close, Microsoft isnt letting up on its efforts to push Windows Vista.



The latest promotion is aimed at subscribers Microsoft Developer Network (MSDN) or TechNet who provided Microsoft with Vista testing feedback.

œAs we approach the one year anniversary of launching Windows Vista we want to remember you as one of the many people who downloaded and tested one of the Windows Vista Beta or Release Candidates through TechNet or MSDN. YOU were a significant contributor to the development of Windows Vista. Your participation was extremely valuable to Microsoft, and we would like to say, ˜Thank You!� according to an e-mail message I received about the promotion at the end of December.

Under terms of œThe Ultimate Offer,� testers can go to any retail or online store and buy a copy of Vista Ultimate (full or upgrade version) for full price and Microsoft will match it with a second complimentary Vista Ultimate Upgrade product key.




winbeta.org - 31.12.2007

Improving the Windows Vista experience: Attention Action Pack Subscribers

Microsoft is always looking for ways to improve our programs and products to help Partners sustain business profitability for long-term success. We have been working hard to improve Microsoft Windows Vista, culminating in the upcoming Windows Vista Service Pack 1 (SP1).



Heres what you can expect from us over the next few months:

• Delivery of Microsoft Windows Vista Business with SP1 via a Special Action Pack shipment to Partners soon after SP1 RTM. The kit will include full-install licence keys (not upgrade)
  
• One full-install licence key for Windows Vista Ultimate with SP1 for internal use. We plan for this software to be delivered in your regular Action Pack quarterly update (April/May 2008).
  
• A set of readiness resources to enable you to sell and support Windows Vista solutions for your SMB customers as Windows Vista momentum builds with the release of SP1.
  
• Exciting incentives and promotions that reward you for learning, using and selling Windows Vista.

Now is the time for Windows Vista, for both Partners and your customers, and were making it easier than ever for you to learn, use and sell Windows Vista.




winbeta.org - 06.02.2008

Microsoft's Vista 'Family Discount' Troubles

In the past, early adopters of new Windows versions have had some small hurdles to overcome. Such hurdles may be software incompatibility, or lack of driver support. These sorts of things are almost expected with each new Windows launch. But what would you do if you bought Windows Vista and your product key didn't work. What if Microsoft had no solution and was unwilling to issue you a new key?



Many (if not all) users who took advantage of Microsoft's Vista Family Discount have been issued invalid installation keys and cannot install Windows Vista Home Premium. Microsoft confirms that the keys are indeed valid, but not for Windows Vista. The CSR I spoke with was unable to tell what the key was for, but it did appear to be a valid key, for something.



Microsoft says, This is a known issue and has been escalated to the program manager. When asked what could be done I was told, I can take your name and number and call you back when there is a solution. If that is not acceptable, I can cancel your order and issue you a refund. I was also told, There is no expected time period for a fix at this time.




jcxp.net - 01.02.2007

Windows 7 beta on MSDN?

Just as many are waiting for the Windows 7 beta to be announced at CES, we have a Microsoft blog saying its available on MSDN! Image Courtesy: MSDN Blogs It is not sure whether it is available now or will be available soon, but you get the word. MSDN subscribers would be lucky enough to get hold of Windows 7 beta. If you are a MSDN subsriber, can you see Windows 7 listed in there already?

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neowin.net - 08.01.2009

Microsoft block Windows 7 OEM key hack

Microsoft’s Windows Genuine Advantage team have responded to this week's news that a Windows 7 Ultimate licensing hack had been identified. After a Lenovo OEM Windows 7 image leaked and was used to extract a license key, Microsoft have worked with the manufacturer to blacklist the rogue key and replace it - on genuine Lenovo PCs bought with the new OS - with a working version.




winbeta.org - 31.07.2009

Power Management in Windows Vista

Eliot Graff: Stephen, a program manager on the Windows Kernal team, posted a response to a question in the General Windows Vista Development Issues forum, and I thought it could bear repeating here. The original question was about how to control the processor throttle in Windows Vista. Apparently, some of the calls that used to work in an application geared to Windows XP were not acting the same way in Windows Vista. Here's Stephen's response...




winbeta.org - 22.02.2008

False alarm: No broader Vista SP1 beta ¦ yet

Microsoft posted to its Microsoft Developer Network (MSDN) site on November 2 a note saying the company had made available for download a preview of the near-final Release Candidate (RC) version of Windows Vista Service Pack (SP) 1 via MSDN.



But the note was posted in error. According to a message from a Vista spokeswoman:

œThe MSDN notice about a Windows Vista SP1 RC Preview was posted mistakenly. No code was released today and the MSDN notice has since been removed from the MSDN site. We do expect to issue a Release Candidate for SP1 and are still on target to deliver the RTM in Q1 of CY2008; however, we have no other news to share at this time."

While the code isnt yet available, the erroneous posting means to this Microsoft watcher, at least that the broader SP1 beta is imminent. Perhaps well see the code next week¦. Microsoft wont say, however.




winbeta.org - 03.11.2007

Windows 7 now available on Technet and MSDN

Microsoft has officially released Windows 7 RTM (Release to Manufacturing) available for download via Technet and MSDN, however, users must have a valid subscription to either web site. Today's release is only available in English, and other languages will be released on October 1st. Users can now download an ISO image of Windows 7 directly from Microsoft with a unique serial key. The ISO images of Windows comes bundled with Home, Premium, Professional, and Ultimate edition in either 32bit or 64bit.

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neowin.net - 07.08.2009

Free Vista promotions may not be free after all

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