Get a Sneak Peek at Windows Longhorn: Demo Version Release Date

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the release of a demo version of Windows Longhorn, with participants inquiring about its availability and sharing past experiences with demo versions of Windows operating systems.

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  • Exploratory, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant asks when a demo version of Windows Longhorn will be available.
  • Another participant questions whether there have ever been demo versions of any Windows operating systems.
  • A participant shares a past experience with a version of Windows Whistler, mentioning it lasted only three months.
  • A follow-up question seeks clarification on whether the three-month limitation was due to a timebomb feature or the shop going out of business.
  • One participant asserts that the demo CD is officially distributed by Microsoft Malaysia, emphasizing it is not a pirated version.
  • A participant suggests visiting Neowin.net for more information on Longhorn and other Microsoft technologies, indicating it has a larger community and access to the latest alpha versions.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express varying levels of knowledge and experience regarding demo versions of Windows, with no consensus reached on the specifics of their availability or the nature of past versions.

Contextual Notes

Some statements rely on personal experiences and may not reflect broader trends or official policies regarding demo versions of Windows.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in Windows operating systems, particularly those curious about demo versions and community discussions surrounding Microsoft technologies.

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when can we get a demo version of it ?
 
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last time i got a windows whistler from a shop which lasted for only 3 months.

a demo CD for us to try.
 
Originally posted by Saint
last time i got a windows whistler from a shop which lasted for only 3 months.

a demo CD for us to try.
Are you talking about a timebomb that prevents the operating system from working beyond 90 days, or do you mean the shop went out of business after three months?
 
the Demo CD is officially distributed by microsoft malaysia.
not pirated version.
 
Originally posted by Greg Bernhardt
have there ever been demo versions of any windows?
 
Saint, if your really interested in longhorn and other microsoft technologies, you might want to visit Neowin.net. They too have a forum like this, but much larger. You can talk to the people their and they will link you to the lastest alpha version.
 

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