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As soon as the Windows 7 RC 1 was made available just about a week ago, many people took this opportunity to jump on it and see how it compared to Microsoft’s last OS, Vista.  If you have been following tech in recent months, then you probably have noticed Microsoft taking a very active anti-Mac campaign, in efforts to deter potential customers from purchasing a more expensive Mac setup. 

At the TechEd conference, Microsoft delivered a statement indicating Windows 7 would be ready to roll by the holiday season.  Up until now, it was scheduled to be released in 2010, yet other companies, such as Acer, have hinted at an October release, as they were planning to have their new systems run Windows 7.  There are a few times in the year when computers and laptops are bought rapidly.  One being the back-to-school craze, and the other being the holiday season rush.  Since Windows 7 will be running on machines by the holidays, it will be much to late for the back-to-school computer shopping.  However, Microsoft should expect many PCs sold running Windows 7 as long as it is available between Black Friday and Christmas. 

Now, there could be a couple of reasons why Microsoft has decided to get Windows 7 out and running as soon as possible.  Obviously, Vista has been nothing what Microsoft wanted it to be, and so businesses and households are hesitant to use Vista.  As a result, people have stuck with XP, or even switched completely to Mac.  If Windows 7 can help save Microsoft’s authority in terms of OS, then they will want to have it rolling sooner rather than later. 

Read [Microsoft] Via [Electronista]