Jul 14 2009
Amazon’s Free Windows 7 Upgrade For Netbooks And Notebooks
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With Windows 7 just on the horizon, plenty of consumers out there are sure to be concerned with the premiums associated with upgrading to the OS. Amazon has put together a promotional plan to alleviate those concerns, so if you’re on the market for a new notebook or netbook anyway, you might be interested.
Here’s how it works:
- Get a new laptop, desktop, or netbook on Amazon with Windows Vista Home Premium, Business, or Ultimate. This must be done between June 26, 2009 and January 31, 2010 for most machines, though vendors can shorten the period if they wish.
- Follow the links at the bottom of the Amazon page to the website of your chosen computer’s manufacturer.
- Instructions will be available on their specific guidelines on how to upgrade – follow them!
- Enjoy Windows 7.
This should be an attractive option for students who want a new computer for the upcoming school year but want to get in on Windows 7 without buying two operating systems. Check it out!
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