Windows Vista Beta 2 available for public
Microsoft has decided to release its next operating system, Windows Vista Beta 2 for everyone. Vista Beta 2 was released a few weeks ago for beta testers and MSDN subscribers. Vista Beta 2 is a time-limited software release that will expire on Jun 1, 2007. To get Vista Beta 2, you can either download it from the site or you can order the DVD to be sent to your home or office (shipping payment required).
Windows Vista Beta 2 are available in both 32-bit version and 64-bit version, the ISO files are about 3.5 GB (32-bit version) and 4.4GB (64-bit version). The public release is available in three languages: English, Japanese and German.
Before you install, you need to make sure that your PC is Vista Ready. Apparently, mine is not Vista Ready. However, there is a way you can get Vista to work on a MacBook Pro.
Microsoft’s servers are currently overloaded with people who wants to try the public beta. I tried to download it for the past few hours and failed with these messages:
Thank you for your interest in Windows Vista Beta 2.
We are currently experiencing a high level of demand and cannot process your request at this time.
Please check back later for availability. We apologize for any inconvenience.
I’m gonna try again tommorow.