From DailyTech: Microsoft Corp. (MSFT) announced in a blog post that it would be releasing the PC edition of Windows 10 on July 29, targeting tablets, hybrid laptops, ultrathins, traditional laptops, and desktops. The latter group -- desktops -- have long remained a topic of mystery when it comes to the pricing of new licenses for system builders. But Microsoft has elucidate in its path on that front as well.
You may recall that Windows 10 is being offered as a free upgrade to users of Windows 7, 8, and 8.1 with a valid license. It will also dominate the majority of new systems sold during the back to school shopping season, which runs from August to September.
However, there are cases when you may not have a license -- or an upgrade capable one. One group that won't be receving free upgrades are the contingent of holdouts still on Windows XP. Enthusiasts building new desktops will also find themselves in need of purchasing a license, unless they have an idle license for Windows 7, 8, or 8.1 on one of their old machines.
For those who want a new license, unfortunately Microsoft is cutting much of a break on the price. Comments the company in a message to Neowin and a couple of other sites:
The easiest way to get Windows 10 is to upgrade for free. You may also purchase a copy of Windows 10 if you decide not to upgrade, or if you need to purchase a copy for other reasons like installing on a PC you built yourself. The suggested retail prices for Windows 10 in the U.S. are the same as Windows 8.1.
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