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Originally Posted by BenMcr
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That is what i was worried about, so it sucks big time now, i may not upgrade as i don't want to lose my full windows 7.
I wonder how much the full version of Windows 8 will cost on release day?
EDIT- Just found some info saying the full version of Windows 8 won't exist, so the only options would be an OEM system builders or the upgrade!
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Windows 8 will, for the first time ever, include a new Personal Use License that explicitly permits retail customers to install and run OEM System Builder software. The overpriced full package products will not exist for Windows 8.
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After I upgrade, can I use my old Windows version on a separate partition or on another PC? Can I give it away or sell it?
No. The upgrade replaces the old license completely. The terms are written in very clear language:
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http://www.zdnet.com/how-the-new-win...ou-7000003028/
It is possible that for the first time MS will let you transfer your system builders license to another PC.
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Update: ZDNet's Ed Bott has some clarifications around Transfer Rights, based on licenses he's seen and analyzed. Bott wrote recently if somone buys a copy of a Windows 8 system-builder license and then sells a PC running that license, there are no transfer rights. But the new Windows 8 system-builder license includes a personal-use license that stipulates a DIYer/hobbyist can buy the System Builder software, install it on one's own PC or virtual machine and keep the right to transfer that license to another PC that the individual owns.
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http://www.zdnet.com/windows-8-prici...-7-7000004361/