Ready – Set – 7 : Windows 7 RTM availability dates announced!

Microsoft has announced the availability dates for Windows 7 RTM.

Connect, Technet & MSDN subscribers : 6th August 2009

Microsoft Partners : 16th August 2009

Microsoft Action Pack subscribers : 23rd August 2009

Volume Licenses (with Software Assurance) : 7th August 2009

Volume Licenses (without Software Assurance) : 1st September 2009

General Availability : 22nd October 2009

For Beta Testers & Enthusiasts : A a special thank you for their time and effort in helping make Windows 7 a solid release.

Microsoft also confirmed that it will indeed be offering a family pack of Windows 7 Home Premium (in select markets) which will allow installation on up to 3 PCs.

You can also visit ReadySet7.com to learn more about getting ready for Windows 7.

Source : The Windows Blog.

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