Paul Paliath Posted July 3, 2009 Share Posted July 3, 2009 Through our sources close to Microsoft, we can now confirm that the Windows 7 RTM build that will be chosen over the next few days will be officially signed off on July 13th, 2009, the same day as the WPC09 (Worldwide Partner Conference) will take place in New Orleans. As I just mentioned, Microsoft is still in the process of testing and choosing from the RTM candidate builds as they need to ensure that all show-stopper bugs present in the OS have been eradicated to ensure as much of a smooth, bug-free release as possible. TechNet, MSDN, and other partner connections will be getting their hands on the RTM build shortly after, if not on the same day. Ever since many got to experience Windows 7 with many of it?s new features and performance improvements particularly with 6801 and Rafael?s Blue Badge tool, most fell in love with the OS. Stay tuned for our in-depth Inside Windows 7 series, which will highlight and discuss many of 7?s improvements over Vista, along with our RTM build review complete with benchmarks once the build surfaces on TechSource:e: GeekSmack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowl Posted July 3, 2009 Share Posted July 3, 2009 Sweet, only 10 more days till its leaked! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Warwagon MVC Posted July 3, 2009 MVC Share Posted July 3, 2009 I just wish they would allow it for pay to download for the hard core geeks shortly after and yes I don't mean the technet and the rest of those. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
null_ Posted July 3, 2009 Share Posted July 3, 2009 I just wish they would allow it for pay to download for the hard core geeks shortly after and yes I don't mean the technet and the rest of those. I'm sure it would help lower their costs too, bandwidth is cheaper than pressing a ton of DVDs, and downloading is more convenient for many. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-KJ Posted July 3, 2009 Share Posted July 3, 2009 I just wish they would allow it for pay to download for the hard core geeks shortly after and yes I don't mean the technet and the rest of those. Me, too. But I already preordered one that'll ship in October. Still, I'd be tempted to buy an upgrade for the same price online and get it sooner rather than later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rake Posted July 3, 2009 Share Posted July 3, 2009 Can anyone tell me whats the difference between RTM and Final? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Paliath Posted July 3, 2009 Author Share Posted July 3, 2009 RTM IS Final, but at this stage it's only given out to the PC manufacturers and other partners/people with TechNet/MSDN subscriptions, while it will hit the GA (general availability) stage on October 22nd, which is when it will hit store shelves. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NEVER85 Posted July 3, 2009 Share Posted July 3, 2009 Can anyone tell me whats the difference between RTM and Final? Nothing. The RTM build is the final build. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KyleGM Posted July 3, 2009 Share Posted July 3, 2009 Can anyone tell me whats the difference between RTM and Final? RTM is the final, it's the "Release To Manufacturing" version :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wanderermy Posted July 3, 2009 Share Posted July 3, 2009 Can anyone tell me whats the difference between RTM and Final? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
7Dash8 Posted July 3, 2009 Share Posted July 3, 2009 Can anyone tell me whats the difference between RTM and Final? RTM is the same as RTFM but without the swear word. Also how the hell is this a "confirmed" story, when there is NO confirmation by microsoft themselves. Confirmed means confirmed, i.e. microsoft comes out and confirms the story, not some wannabe tech site saying they've heard its confirmed :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Paliath Posted July 3, 2009 Author Share Posted July 3, 2009 Trust me, we've received word from someone really close to MS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
belto Posted July 3, 2009 Share Posted July 3, 2009 if one is a beta tester for m$, they may opt to offer those a free version of win 7 rtm. i was offered this for vista. besides you can buy and download the final version. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unrealistic Posted July 3, 2009 Share Posted July 3, 2009 if one is a beta tester for m$, they may opt to offer those a free version of win 7 rtm. i was offered this for vista. besides you can buy and download the final version. I love how you use M$ and free in the same sentence. Classy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Satchmo Bevins Posted July 3, 2009 Share Posted July 3, 2009 Anyone want to start a pool as to how long it'll take to leak after it shows up on TechNet? I've got 0-5 minutes. Next contestant...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digitalx Posted July 3, 2009 Share Posted July 3, 2009 Final, Gold Master, Going Gold, RTM etc all same thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Argi Posted July 3, 2009 Share Posted July 3, 2009 I just wish they would allow it for pay to download for the hard core geeks shortly after and yes I don't mean the technet and the rest of those. It is Technet, though. :p I love how you use M$ and free in the same sentence. Classy. Vista beta testers who submitted at least one report were given a free copy of Vista Ultimate. I wouldn't expect the same for Windows 7 due to the nature of its development cycle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Patri0t Posted July 3, 2009 Share Posted July 3, 2009 and any final date on RTM appearing on MSDN? Don't say end of the month like your blog =( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Paliath Posted July 3, 2009 Author Share Posted July 3, 2009 No, no final date on that yet but it'll be shortly after or on the same day that the RTM is announced on July 13th :) I'll ask around though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Patri0t Posted July 3, 2009 Share Posted July 3, 2009 Ya, do ask around :D. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccoltmanm Posted July 3, 2009 Share Posted July 3, 2009 This doesn't mean it's confirmed. I don't see a confirmation anywhere. Will the version we can buy in stores be updated more (with patches) then the RTM? Since there will be months in between. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Paliath Posted July 3, 2009 Author Share Posted July 3, 2009 Nah, it'll remain the same as far as I know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cykosis Posted July 3, 2009 Share Posted July 3, 2009 This doesn't mean it's confirmed. I don't see a confirmation anywhere.Will the version we can buy in stores be updated more (with patches) then the RTM? Since there will be months in between. Any patches between RTM and GA will be 0-day updates on WU. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yusuf M. Veteran Posted July 3, 2009 Veteran Share Posted July 3, 2009 This is great news. Finally, I'll use Windows 7. I haven't used any of the beta or RC builds, leaked or otherwise. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phantom Helix Posted July 3, 2009 Share Posted July 3, 2009 Trust me, we've received word from someone really close to MS. ok, done Now, Trust ME I have some Great land for sale in florida, and I swear to God, on my Mothers Grave, and my Son's Life that it is NOT Worthless swamp Come on, gimme a break Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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