Windows 7 Release Dates

Release dates now known for some W7 markets

Microsoft has recently posted official Windows 7 release dates for different types of customers:

* MSDN and TechNet subscribers get the English version on August 6 and the other languages by October 1;

* If you're an independent hardware or software vendor, you'll also be able to get Windows 7 on August 6;

* Big customers with volume licenses who paid extra for Software Assurance can download Windows 7 in English starting on August 7;

* MS Partner Network members get the bits on Aug. 16;

* Action Pack Subscribers get the English version on Aug. 23.

Microsoft announced the release of Windows 7 to manufacturing on July 22, but consumers won't find the product in retail stores until three months later on Oct. 22.

Expect to see build 7600.16385.090713-1255 burning up the torrents by Friday or Saturday at the latest.