Windows Vista RC1 Availability Update
Posted by Tom Warren on 11 August 2006 - 10:16 · 18 comments & 15752 views
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#1 Posted by hardgiant on 11 Aug 2006 - 10:19
- These builds are moving pretty fast.
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#2 Posted by krimewavery on 11 Aug 2006 - 10:24
- Hmm, it seems to me that they are throwing around the word RC quite a lot. I reckon that this will be like a beta 3, just under a different name to calm wall street. But heck, if it gets Vista into shape then I'm all for it.
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#3 Posted by sgtLENIN on 11 Aug 2006 - 11:19
- Ah... nothings like waiting for a new OS
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#4 Posted by Jdawg683 on 11 Aug 2006 - 11:21
- im actually really surprised that the public (at least people who signed up) will be able to download RC1. Beta 2 is pretty buggy still, and slow, so id like to see a polished version.
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#5 Posted by Fr@nKy on 11 Aug 2006 - 11:43
- "Nick also hints that the latest build he has used is 5505. By Microsoft's own admission, RC1 should be released at some stage soon when the quality and stability reaches RC level."
Well!! that will be never! LooL (by never I menan late)
I just hope Vista can run well on my rig before I get a new one next summer!! I really HOPE SO
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#6 Posted by Netrack on 11 Aug 2006 - 12:21
- i hope it comes out before the end of the month?
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#7 Posted by Chimera on 11 Aug 2006 - 12:28
- I've been using 5472 on my test box at work, and I'm just about ready to commit to using it on my main box (dual booting with XP just in case) but if RC1 is going to be out in a few weeks I will wait...I know you can't upgrade between builds so there's no point getting Vista configured how I like it then having to blow it away
That's what the test box is for....
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#8 Posted by mrmckeb on 11 Aug 2006 - 12:48
- Rumour had RC1 pinned for an August 15th release, so a release sometime this month is likely.
I would say that this build will be greatly improved upon the Beta 2 release many of us are testing, and it should be as polished as Windows ME, if not more polished. Remember that there are more testers for this OS than any other in history (probably more than any other product in history), so bugs should be at a minimum.
And when the RTM gets released, I think that most of the immediate patches will be security updates... but there shouldn't even be too many of those.
Anyone doubting that MS will make the Vista launch? I work in a retail store (when I am not studying) and we are currently beginning to recieve brochures on Vista, it's versions and it's requirements. Not saying that its guaranteed to make a Jan launch, but a Q1 launch should be expected. -
#8.1 Posted by Zhivago on 12 Aug 2006 - 01:34
- Quote - mrmckeb said @ #8I would say that this build will be greatly improved upon the Beta 2 release many of us are testing, and it should be as polished as Windows ME.
- How can you compare Vista with ME?Quote - mrmckeb said @ #8I think that most of the immediate patches will be security updates
- Are there any other types of updates?...I know there are, but 90% of all updates coming from MS...are security related!
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#9 Posted by *John* on 11 Aug 2006 - 13:09
- Wait i'm confused?
I downloaded Beta 2 but havent installed/activated it yet? Does this mean I qualify for RC1?
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#10 Posted by Sniper101 on 11 Aug 2006 - 13:46
- Another CPP yay this time i wont throw my disc away :p
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#11 Posted by Chicane-UK on 12 Aug 2006 - 09:16
- I've been pretty critical of Vista but to be honest i'll be looking forward to trying out RC1. Beta 2 was pretty ropey for me, but i'm hoping this will be a smoother experience all round.
"Will Microsoft open testing sign-ups again when RC1 is released?
Yes.
Will the Customer Preview Program be available for those who missed out on Beta 2 to sign up and get RC1?
Yes.
If I participated in Beta 2 by downloading a PID and the build, will I be able to participate in RC1 automatically?
Yes."
Nick also hints that the latest build he has used is 5505. By Microsoft's own admission, RC1 should be released at some stage soon when the quality and stability reaches RC level.