I love windows 7RC, had nothing but trouble with Vista. I purchased Windows 7 but what happens between now and Oct. 22nd? Is my Rc version going to continue until I recieve my actual CD. Can someone please educate about this issue??ThanksBrad

The Windows 7 RC product key will be valid until June of 2010 so it will continue to work and receive updates. The RTM copy you pre-purchased should be shipped on or around October 22nd. Until your purchased copy arrives enjoy the RC. : )Jim - MVP Windows Live - Forum Moderator - Live One Care - Live Mesh - Microsoft Security Essentials

bode - ER.. You do remember the part where they said the Windows 7 RC won't expire until June 1st, 2010... And the part where it will start shutting down every 2 hours on March 1st, 2010... So, bottom line - not much will happen between now and October 22nd. Relax and Enjoy...