64-Bit Windows Releases Now Available

Posted by timothy on Monday April 25, 2005 @02:11PM from the for-high-end-malware dept.

SimplyJeff writes "Athlon 64 users rejoice! Today at WinHEC 2005 in Seattle, Microsoft announced availability of the 64-bit editions of Windows XP and Windows Server 2003. Strangely (and possibly a sign the drivers aren't yet up to snuff), Microsoft will not sell the 64-bit releases in retail outlets. For now, only new PC buys can get Windows x64 Edition as an option. However, those who purchased Windows XP after March 31, 2003, can trade in their copy for the 64-bit version at a cost of $12 and a voided warranty. Although, x64 users will get one free support call to Microsoft." Reader bonch adds a link to CNET's review of the OS.

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Re:Would someone please think about the pirates? by Blitzenn · 2005-04-25 23:45 · Score: 0, Flamebait

You think you should be somehow rewarded for your theft? You contributed to the high cost of the retail product. If anything they should have police waiting for you at the counter. Hmm, what is the lower threshold for grand larceny? Too bad it's probably just petty larceny. I would sooner burden the cost of prosectuting you under the justice system than support your habit of theft by paying higher prices.