Free Windows & Upgrade From Vista


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I have a client who wants a new computer. He wants it soon with Vista, but he is concerned about getting a free Windows 7 upgrade. I have a new unopened oem Vista Premium disc to use, but what are the requirements for the upgrade?. I read somewhere after July first all computers purchased with Vista do qualify for the free upgrade. Does that mean I need to buy a new OEM copy after July First.

Any insight on the procedure would be helpful.

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I think the "free upgrade" will require a "special version" of Vista or a special certificate with key ; not just any copy you purchase.

http://channel.hexus.net/content/item.php?item=18965

http://www.tomshardware.com/news/windows-7...grade,7018.html

http://blogs.zdnet.com/microsoft/?p=3109&tag=nl.e589

http://blogs.zdnet.com/microsoft/?p=2942&tag=nl.e589

http://blogs.zdnet.com/microsoft/?p=1791

It appears it will be a deal where you register your purchase and desire for a windows 7 upgrade with the manufacturer and they ship you an upgrade DVD when it is available.

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