Oh wow, Thanks Microsoft! They have just posted a refresh of Windows XP Service Pack 3. So if you are still stuck on XP, by choice or not and you're a tester.. then it's available for download now! This build will be made publicly available soon, but there are 2 points to be aware of troopers!
Link: Connect @ Microsoft
Download: Build 3264 (Public)
- Even though the update packages are the same as RC Refresh, it is referred to simply as Windows XP Service Pack 3 Release Candidate, to avoid confusion for people who have not tried these releases before on a private beta.
- There will be a public forum on TechNet to support that release. If you choose to read or participate on that forum, we ask that you continue to observe your NDA regarding schedule, beta releases, bugs you've logged through the private beta program, or other information you have obtained from the beta program.
Link: Connect @ Microsoft Download: Build 3264 (Public)
http://fileforum.betanews.com/detail/1197391546/1
and the actual link at BetaNews is directly from MS.
As far as I know, that is the only RC1 build of XP SP3 available publicly. It would help if the stuff Neowin posted was actually there, ie. there is no updated build on Connect nor is there any announcement of that sort (as far as I can tell) in the beta declaring a build is coming soon nor is there anything else new.
That link is an earlier build. Swift33 got ahead of himself.
The one that has been available publicly for awhile now is 3244.
That link is an earlier build. Swift33 got ahead of himself.
I did not Slimy. That is the build MS posted publicly and I hate to say it again, but, having checked with a few friends in the beta, there is no new build or any mention of that ^ about a new build coming. They could all be wrong and could be missing something very obvious but I'm still a bit skeptical. Of course I'll gladly say I was wrong if/when it is available.
That link is an earlier build. Swift33 got ahead of himself.
I did not Slimy. That is the build MS posted publicly and I hate to say it again, but, having checked with a few friends in the beta, there is no new build or any mention of that ^ about a new build coming. They could all be wrong and could be missing something very obvious but I'm still a bit skeptical. Of course I'll gladly say I was wrong if/when it is available.
You and I both know that it sometimes takes Microsoft a while to get their servers ready for everyone. If you can't trust Neowin by now, with all the exclusives we have posted, then that's just sad. You did get ahead of yourself because the title says RC refresh and you posted RC1.
That link is an earlier build. Swift33 got ahead of himself.
I did not Slimy. That is the build MS posted publicly and I hate to say it again, but, having checked with a few friends in the beta, there is no new build or any mention of that ^ about a new build coming. They could all be wrong and could be missing something very obvious but I'm still a bit skeptical. Of course I'll gladly say I was wrong if/when it is available.
You and I both know that it sometimes takes Microsoft a while to get their servers ready for everyone. If you can't trust Neowin by now, with all the exclusives we have posted, then that's just sad. You did get ahead of yourself because the title says RC refresh and you posted RC1.
How many times do I have to tell you, there is no new build nor any announcement for it. I've been checking with folks I know that are in the beta and there's nothing. This could just be a very limited release that no one but a very few have access to, but if you don't believe me, see the other posts in this thread at the bottom by folks who are apparently in the beta.
I did not get ahead of myself in regards to the download link. The reason? The news post claims it will be labeled as RC to the public. The one at BetaNews, which is public, is indeed labeled that.
That link is an earlier build. Swift33 got ahead of himself.
I did not Slimy. That is the build MS posted publicly and I hate to say it again, but, having checked with a few friends in the beta, there is no new build or any mention of that ^ about a new build coming. They could all be wrong and could be missing something very obvious but I'm still a bit skeptical. Of course I'll gladly say I was wrong if/when it is available.
You and I both know that it sometimes takes Microsoft a while to get their servers ready for everyone. If you can't trust Neowin by now, with all the exclusives we have posted, then that's just sad. You did get ahead of yourself because the title says RC refresh and you posted RC1.
How many times do I have to tell you, there is no new build nor any announcement for it. I've been checking with folks I know that are in the beta and there's nothing. This could just be a very limited release that no one but a very few have access to, but if you don't believe me, see the other posts in this thread at the bottom by folks who are apparently in the beta.
I did not get ahead of myself in regards to the download link. The reason? The news post claims it will be labeled as RC to the public. The one at BetaNews, which is public, is indeed labeled that.
What you're saying all comes down to the fact you don't believe it will soon become available. If you don't trust our news, why bother visiting our front page?
That post at fileforum is a week old. We don't post news a week old.
That link is an earlier build. Swift33 got ahead of himself.
I did not Slimy. That is the build MS posted publicly and I hate to say it again, but, having checked with a few friends in the beta, there is no new build or any mention of that ^ about a new build coming. They could all be wrong and could be missing something very obvious but I'm still a bit skeptical. Of course I'll gladly say I was wrong if/when it is available.
You and I both know that it sometimes takes Microsoft a while to get their servers ready for everyone. If you can't trust Neowin by now, with all the exclusives we have posted, then that's just sad. You did get ahead of yourself because the title says RC refresh and you posted RC1.
How many times do I have to tell you, there is no new build nor any announcement for it. I've been checking with folks I know that are in the beta and there's nothing. This could just be a very limited release that no one but a very few have access to, but if you don't believe me, see the other posts in this thread at the bottom by folks who are apparently in the beta.
I did not get ahead of myself in regards to the download link. The reason? The news post claims it will be labeled as RC to the public. The one at BetaNews, which is public, is indeed labeled that.
What you're saying all comes down to the fact you don't believe it will soon become available. If you don't trust our news, why bother visitng our front page?
That post at fileforum is a week old. We don't post news a week old.
No. What I'm saying is Neowin posted what appears to be a direct copy-paste (since it makes mention of NDA etc.) of an announcement for a new build. However, having checked with folks in the beta, they do not see that announcement anywhere.
http://www.betanews.com/article/Office_200...long/1197392924
where it makes mention of the older RC1 build as being available to the public.
If MS release a newer build to the public and call it RC, then they're doing the exact opposite of trying to avoid confusion since an older build is already available with that label.
I smell victory!
I smell victory!
While there is a public download available for v3264, the above story is false in that it has not been posted to Connect for download.
"Stuck"?
How about "So if you are still lucky enough to be using XP..."
Why are you laughing?
Windows Vista is a big pile of crap, and the most irritating of Vista is:
When you run windows update:
- 1: it takes HOURS to update
- 2: "installed" updates just come back the next time you check, confirmed by users and most importantly: Microsoft
- 3: goto 1
Fanboi-ism bad, really bad.
Why are you laughing?
Windows Vista is a big pile of crap, and the most irritating of Vista is:
When you run windows update:
- 1: it takes HOURS to update
- 2: "installed" updates just come back the next time you check, confirmed by users and most importantly: Microsoft
- 3: goto 1
Fanboi-ism bad, really bad.
1) what? It updates very quickly here
2) Never seen this, only have seen stuff like that in XP a few years ago
3) sounds like you have a messed up install
btw I dont like vista either but never seen those problems
2) Never seen this, only have seen stuff like that in XP a few years ago
3) sounds like you have a messed up install
btw I dont like vista either but never seen those problems
You try (test install and update) EVERYTHING from windows update.
All language packs (2 fail) and the worst crap of all: Dreamscene.
Then you will see how crappy it all is, if i would seriously use Vista, i never install all these updates, only the ones i need. But as test purpose i update and install everything, all extras, all updates just everything.
If you google on it, you will see that more people have these problems, its just PATHETIC Microsoft does nothing about it, and allows it to happen. Anyone can do it, its not like i am special.
2) Never seen this, only have seen stuff like that in XP a few years ago
3) sounds like you have a messed up install
btw I dont like vista either but never seen those problems
You try (test install and update) EVERYTHING from windows update.
All language packs (2 fail) and the worst crap of all: Dreamscene.
Then you will see how crappy it all is, if i would seriously use Vista, i never install all these updates, only the ones i need. But as test purpose i update and install everything, all extras, all updates just everything.
If you google on it, you will see that more people have these problems, its just PATHETIC Microsoft does nothing about it, and allows it to happen. Anyone can do it, its not like i am special.
I haven't had a problem with DreamScene or the language packs. As neufuse said, you may have a problem with your Windows install (or some malware.)
If I am incorrect, would a mod please remove this post!?!
If I am incorrect, would a mod please remove this post!?!
You're correct. I'm 'Joe Public' and I successfully installed SP3 v3264.
More like we CHOOSE to use it over Vista
More like we CHOOSE to use it over Vista
I'm definitely not "stuck" with XP!
I have tried Vista Home Premium, Business, and Ultimate with the latest SP1 RC, and I couldn't switch back to XP fast enough!!
Did you try not entering one? Vista asks for a key too, but you can proceed with the text box blank.
Ah... Maybe that feature isn't available yet, then. I haven't tried it.
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