Windows 7 was officially released yesterday on the 22 October! Unfortunately it seems that us Aussies are once again at a bit of a disadvantage when it comes to Windows pricing when compared to pricing of this software overseas. See this link for more details on that > Why is Windows 7 so expensive in Australia?

But the great news here is that for any student currently enrolled in a Tertiary institution such as a University or TAFE, you may be able to get an upgrade version of Windows 7 Home Premium for – wait for it – $49.95.

To take advantage of this – obviously awesome deal, you do have to purchase through the online Microsoft Store and you must have an eligible email which contains edu.au. Now while I am the first to yell out the benefits of using a Mac, I understand that there is a place in the market for Windows 7. In fact I have even been using it (while not extensively) since it came out as a beta release and to be completely honest this is a very worthwhile upgrade. If you are still using XP, what on earth are you waiting for get out there and get yourself windows 7.

So if you have a PC or even currently use a Mac and occasionally use Windows with boot camp I really feel it is worth the $’s to head over to the website and put your order in. The added bonus here if you are a student is that you can also get a copy of Office 2007 Home and Student for $79 when you get Windows 7. Together this adds up to less that a retail priced copy of Home Premium…this really is a no-brainer!

So if you want to take advantage of this offer head over to: http://www.microsoft.com/australia/windows/offers/windows-7-student-upgrade.aspx