Solved Is Windows 8 available?

TheGrantFitz

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According to the site, in US, I get this message when I try and upgrade my Windows 7 PC. :confused:
Anyway to upgrade without a Proffesional copy? :huh:

So, Is Windows 8 available yet?
I am in the centeral time zone of the United States, with the 140 countries, it troughs me off. ;) :p


Windows 8 Pro Media Center Pack:
Here is a free link I thought you'd guys like to see:
Add features - Microsoft Windows

It allows you to recieve a free copy of Windows 8 Pro Media Center add-on. With email and human verification.
 

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System One

  • OS
    Windows 8.1 Pro, iOS 7.1, Elementary OS
    Computer type
    Tablet
    System Manufacturer/Model
    Apple
    Memory
    1 GB
    Screen Resolution
    2048x1536
    Other Info
    iPad Air
Windows 8 is available now through DreamSpark for college students for $0.00 (yes, it actually lists a price like that XD) (depending if your college is in the program, which the one I attend is).

"Microsoft Windows 8 Professional 64-bit (English)" is downloading on my PC right now, can't wait for it to finish :).
 

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  • OS
    Windows 8.1 Pro x64
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    CPU
    Intel Core i7 4790k @ 4.6 GHz
    Motherboard
    MSI Z97 U3 Plus
    Memory
    8 GB 1333 MHz DDR3
    Graphics Card(s)
    AMD Radeon R9 285 (2 GB GDDR5), and Intel HD 4600
    Sound Card
    Integrated HD audio
    Monitor(s) Displays
    ASUS VW246H 24.6 inch
    Screen Resolution
    1920x1080 (natve)
    Hard Drives
    512 GB Crucial SSD (SATA-III)
    PSU
    800W NZXT PP-800
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    CoolerMaster HAF 932 Advanced Edition (Steel fulltower)
    Cooling
    Liqtech 240
    Keyboard
    Razer Lycosa
    Mouse
    Logitech G35
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    11 Mbps download
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    Mozilla Firefox
    Antivirus
    AVG free (and common sense :P)
Windows 8 said:
Windows 8 is available now through DreamSpark for college students for $0.00 (yes, it actually lists a price like that XD) (depending if your college is in the program, which the one I attend is).

"Microsoft Windows 8 Professional 64-bit (English)" is downloading on my PC right now, can't wait for it to finish :).
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Yes, as my brother attends a local collage and has DreamSpark. I also wanted to ask if I may use his or is it only available for his use?
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows 8.1 Pro, iOS 7.1, Elementary OS
    Computer type
    Tablet
    System Manufacturer/Model
    Apple
    Memory
    1 GB
    Screen Resolution
    2048x1536
    Other Info
    iPad Air
TheGrantFitz said:
Yes, as my brother attends a local collage and has DreamSpark. I also wanted to ask if I may use his or is it only available for his use?
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I am no lawyer, but from a legal perspective, it is licensed for his use only on a computer with a Microsoft CoA (I read some of the EULA).

Section 3b of DreamSpark EULA. I bolded and underlined the part relevant to your question.
Installation and Use Rights. You may install and use on your devices no more than two copies of each of the software offerings made available to you through the Student Subscription, but only (a) to support your education; (b) in non-commercial research; or (c) to design, develop, test, and demonstrate software programs for the above purposes. The Student Subscription and software are personal to you. You may not permit others to access the software using your Student Subscription. You may not transfer your Student Subscription.
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My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows 8.1 Pro x64
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    CPU
    Intel Core i7 4790k @ 4.6 GHz
    Motherboard
    MSI Z97 U3 Plus
    Memory
    8 GB 1333 MHz DDR3
    Graphics Card(s)
    AMD Radeon R9 285 (2 GB GDDR5), and Intel HD 4600
    Sound Card
    Integrated HD audio
    Monitor(s) Displays
    ASUS VW246H 24.6 inch
    Screen Resolution
    1920x1080 (natve)
    Hard Drives
    512 GB Crucial SSD (SATA-III)
    PSU
    800W NZXT PP-800
    Case
    CoolerMaster HAF 932 Advanced Edition (Steel fulltower)
    Cooling
    Liqtech 240
    Keyboard
    Razer Lycosa
    Mouse
    Logitech G35
    Internet Speed
    11 Mbps download
    Browser
    Mozilla Firefox
    Antivirus
    AVG free (and common sense :P)
Windows 8 said:
TheGrantFitz said:
Yes, as my brother attends a local collage and has DreamSpark. I also wanted to ask if I may use his or is it only available for his use?
Click to expand...

I am no lawyer, but from a legal perspective, it is licensed for his use only on a computer with a Microsoft CoA (I read some of the EULA).

Section 3b of DreamSpark EULA. I bolded and underlined the part relevant to your question.
Installation and Use Rights. You may install and use on your devices no more than two copies of each of the software offerings made available to you through the Student Subscription, but only (a) to support your education; (b) in non-commercial research; or (c) to design, develop, test, and demonstrate software programs for the above purposes. The Student Subscription and software are personal to you. You may not permit others to access the software using your Student Subscription. You may not transfer your Student Subscription.
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Thanks! :)
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows 8.1 Pro, iOS 7.1, Elementary OS
    Computer type
    Tablet
    System Manufacturer/Model
    Apple
    Memory
    1 GB
    Screen Resolution
    2048x1536
    Other Info
    iPad Air
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