• Q. What Is Windows 7 Release Candidate (RC)?

A. Windows 7 Release Candidate is the pre-release version of Windows 7. When you use the Release Candidate, your computer sends information to the engineers to help them check the fixes and changes they made based on Beta tests.



• Q. Can I Download Windows 7 Release Candidate?

A. Yes. You can download Windows 7 Release Candidate from here.



• Q. Till When I Can Download The RC?

A. You can download Windows 7 Release Candidate Till The End Of June 2009.



• Q. What Will Happen If The Download Doesn't Finish?

A. If the download is stopped due to some reasons, you'll find an icon on your desktop. Just click on it to restart the download. It will continue from where it stopped.



• Q. What Are The System Requirements For Windows 7 RC?

A. The System Requirements for Windows 7 RC is mentioned here.



• Q. How To Install Windows 7 RC?

A. You can find the complete installation instructions here.



• Q. Are There Any Risk Involved In Installing The RC?

A. Yes. Though the Release Candidate is stable and has been thoroughly tested, it's not the finished product. Your computer could crash and you could lose important files. So please back up your data and please don't test the RC on your primary home or business computer.



• Q. Can I Upgrade From Windows XP/ Vista/ Windows 7 Beta To Windows 7 RC?

A. Windows Vista users can directly upgrade to RC, but Windows XP and Windows 7 Beta users will have to do a clean installation of RC. It is recommended to backup your data before installing Windows 7 RC.



• Q. How long can I test Windows 7 Release Candidate?

A. Windows will notify you that the expiration process is beginning and two weeks later your PC will begin shutting down every two hours. The bi-hourly shutdowns will begin on March 1, 2010, and it will expire on June 1, 2010.



• Q. What Is A Product Key? What Happens If I Lose The Product Key?

A. A product key is a long sequence of letters and numbers that's used to activate the RC and ensure your copy is genuine. If you lose your product key, go to the Download page and begin the installation process again. You'll be asked to enter your Windows Live ID, and then you'll see your product key you were originally issued.



• Q. What Is Windows XP Mode, And Who Should Use It?

A. Windows XP Mode for Windows 7 is a way to use many older Windows XP programs in Windows 7. It uses virtualization technology, such as Windows Virtual PC, to create a Virtual Windows XP environment. That way, you can run your older programs as if you were using a Windows XP-based PC.



• Q. Can I Upgrade From Windows 7 RC To The Final Version Of Windows 7?

A. No. When you install the final version of Windows 7, you'll need to do a clean installation.



• Q. How Can I Get The Features Of RC In Windows XP or Windows Vista Without Installing RC?

A. You just need to install any one of the the Windows 7 transformation packs available. You can get one here.



• Q. Where Can I Get Windows 7 Wallpapers?

A. You can download 20 most amazing Windows 7 wallpapers from here, or you can also download the official Windows 7 Wallpapers from here.



• Q. When Will The Final Version Of Windows 7 Released?

A. The final version Of Windows 7 is expected to release in August, 2009. You can get all the related information here.