I just wanted to post a quick reminder that Microsoft will be taking down the Windows 7 release candidate from their website on August 20th. So if you want a free way to evaluate Windows 7 you will have to get it downloaded in the next couple of days. The latest release candidate is good until March 1, 2010 and they automatic shutdowns do not start until June 1, 2010.
Windows 7 RC Download Page
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windows-7/get/download.aspx
Microsoft has released the cities they will be holding the Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 launch event at. The event will also include Exchange 2010. The best thing about the launch event is that you will receive a copy of the Windows 7. You should sign up as soon as possible as I know some of the cities will fill up fast. I personally do plan on attending even though I will have to travel several hours to reach one of the cities. I will try to post more as I read about the event when it kicks of its first round on September 24th.
Launch Event Locations
Atlanta – Sep. 28
Baltimore – Nov. 9
Boston – Oct. 5
Chicago – Oct. 20
Cleveland – Oct. 12
Dallas – Nov. 4
Denver – Sep. 24
Detroit – Oct. 28
Houston – Nov. 9
Kansas City – Nov. 4
Los Angeles – Oct. 28
Miami – Sep. 24
Minneapolis – Sep. 24
New York City – Oct. 20
Orange County – Oct. 26
Philadelphia – Sep. 28
Phoenix – Sep. 28
Pittsburgh – Sep. 30
Portland – Oct. 14
San Diego – Oct. 26
San Francisco – Oct. 20
San Jose – Oct. 5
Seattle – Oct. 12
St. Louis – Nov. 9
Washington – Nov. 4
