Microsoft recently released a big announcement where you can get your choice of one of the following titles, completely free:
- Windows Vista Ultimate (32-bit or 64-bit DVD)
- Microsoft Office Ultimate 2007
- Microsoft Money Plus Premium
- Microsoft Student with Encarta Premium 2008
- Microsoft Streets and Trips 2008
Of course there is a catch: you agree to let Microsoft monitor your usage of the chosen product for 3 months and commit to doing regular usage surveys. If you aren’t concerned with your online privacy, this is a great way to get a several hundred dollar software title for free.
If you chose to enroll, I encourage you to read carefully over the privacy statement and terms of service so you know what you are agreeing to.
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Jason Faulkner said:
12/14/2007 9:35 am
Notice - Microsoft seems to have already pulled the plug on this offer:
http://www.computerworld.com/action/article.do?command=viewArticleBasic&articleId=9052518
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Kelwin said:
12/14/2007 1:59 pm
- response to an email request about the free software -
Thank you for your inquiry about the Windows Feedback Program. Because of the high level of interest in the Program, we have compiled a list of the most frequently asked questions below. Additional FAQs can be viewed here.
If you still have questions, please don’t hesitate to email winpanel@microsoft.com and we will make every effort to get back to you.
Thank You,
The Windows Experience Team
Frequently Asked Questions:
What happened to the free product offer?
The offer for complimentary Microsoft products was removed from the program when the supply of gifts ran out on December 11, 2007 at 2 p.m. PT.
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Jason Faulkner said:
12/14/2007 2:33 pm
Thanks for the post Kelwin.
I entered the tip into the queue when I read about it Tuesday (the 11th) afternoon. I had no idea it even ended until I saw an article (the one linked to above) this morning.
The response to MS must have been incredible for the offer to last less than a day.
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