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    Windows 7RC without preinstalled OS?

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by torgron, Jul 12, 2009.

  1. torgron

    torgron Notebook Consultant

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    Is it possible (after buying a brand-new computer without an OS) to download Windows 7 RC (saves me $100)?
     
    torgron, Jul 12, 2009
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  2. Funkymoe

    Funkymoe Notebook Geek

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    Yes, just burn bootable installation cd with another computer.
     
    Funkymoe, Jul 12, 2009
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  3. Gregory

    Gregory disassemble?

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    Yes, but keep in mind that the RC will expire eventually:

    (From here.)
     
    Gregory, Jul 12, 2009
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  4. usapatriot

    usapatriot Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    Also remember that the RC is already out of date compared to newer, non-RC builds.
     
    usapatriot, Jul 12, 2009
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