Q: What is the beta and How can I get it?
A: Beta Testing began for Windows 7 Media Center on Friday January 7, 2009 for approved beta testers. The beta will be released for public testing two days later, Jan. 9.
Q: What is the difference between the private and public betas?
A: The Private Beta includes testers using specifically chosen hardware set-ups and in specific locations around the world. They have signed agreements with Microsoft and will be working directly with our teams during the testing period.
Q: I am in the beta. Can I talk about it on The Green Button?
A: Please understand that a large number of people at Microsoft take part in, monitor, and test based on information arising from the private newsgroup. For this reason, we ask that you confine your discussion to the newsgroups so that they are actionable by us.
Q: Why wasn’t I chosen for the Private Beta?
A: Please don’t be upset if you were not chosen. Our selections have to cover a wide range of hardware configurations and geographic location; It is likely be we already had testers selected fitting your profile when we received your application.
Q: Will Microsoft support the Public Beta?
A: There is no formal support mechanism for users who choose to install the public beta of Windows 7. However, users of The Green Button are free to work with each other in support of the release. While we encourage our team members to be active helpers on these forums, the only formal support for this beta is in the private groups.
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