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Microsoft Unveils Windows 7 File-Sharing Beta

Posted by CmdrTaco on from the we-totally-won't-sell-this-information dept.

nandemoari writes "Microsoft yesterday released a trial version of new file-sharing software intended for use with its upcoming and highly-anticipated operating system. The new software allows PC users to swap files with the computers of friends, family, and trusted colleagues along safe, secure channels. Dubbed 'Windows Live ID Sign-in Assistant 6.5,' the beta connects the Windows Live IDs of individual users with a Windows 7 account, essentially building a secure link between data stored on a hard drive and information accessible via Windows Live online."

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  1. HA HA by Wolfmandan72 · · Score: 0, Redundant

    "ITS A TRAP"!-Admiral Ackbar

  2. Re:Why? by WiiVault · · Score: 0, Redundant

    Why would I use something that will be the target of hackers, more than likely screened or DRMed, and potentially logged,when free, even desktop alternatives exist? No thanks!

    SQUAWK! SQUAWK! DRM! SQUAWK!

    Damn right I'm squawking. Especially when there are many services like this that are DRM free.

  3. Re:Why? by WiiVault · · Score: 0, Redundant

    How in the name of God is this a Troll? MS has DRM in Windows 7 and Vista, is a big target for hackers, and alternative do exist. Seriously mods.