Belkin’s Easy Transfer Cable is a direct-connect solution that allows you to link up a pair of computers (via USB) for quick file transfers without having to go through a network. It’s designed specifically for Microsoft’s Easy Transfer utility for migrating to the new operating system, and comes with a 3-step setup process, and a transfer speed of up to 480Mbps through a USB 2.0 connection.
Available in time for the Win 7 launch by October 23rd, the 8-foot cable sells for $40. Of course, you can also fashion a crossover cable that links two PCs through the Ethernet port instead–with a network cable, two RJ45 ends, and a crimping tool, but this simply saves you time if you have $40 to spare.
A new post over at Windowsteamblog gave out the pricing details for Microsoft’s Windows Anytime Upgrade packs for people who need to upgrade Win7 editions to a version with more features. Prices for three upgrade options have been announced, allowing anyone who bought a low-end system (such as netbooks) preinstalled with a Windows 7 Starter or Home Edition to quickly upgrade to Windows 7 Home Premium, Professional, or the Ultimate edition.
According to various reports, hackers have already managed to crack and distribute a full copy of Microsoft’s upcoming Windows 7 Ultimate OS months from its official release date on October 22nd. The hacked copy of the operating system comes in the form of an ISO file that was cracked from a leaked Lenovo OEM DVD.
A couple of days after Maingear’s “buy a PC now, get a free copy of Windows 7 later” announcement, CyberPower follows suit with pretty much the same deal to push buyers into springing for a new PC right now rather than waiting for Windows 7’s official release in October.
Custom PC builder Maingear Computers have just announced that they’ll be offering their customers a free copy of Windows 7 after buying any of their custom PCs. This comes in the form of a coupon for a free Win 7 upgrade that can be redeemed when the OS ships later this year.
