I lied. I read in a press release that they were doing this. I went and filled out the 15 minute form to find out the only free software I get is the spyware that collects information about my computer usage.
Originally you could apply to the Windows Feedback program, and then for the trouble of letting them watch everything you do – you could get a free copy of Vista, and/or Office 2007.
After filling out their huge survey and giving away my first born I couldn’t find anywhere on the feedback site where I could download the software. I started googling. It looks like starting today (My luck eh?) they quietly discontinued the program.
The funny part is they left the website open. That way suckers like me could fill out all the info, and only after the fact find out there is nothing on the other side.
Not that I need it – since our MSDN subscription gives me all the Vista, and Office I need. I just wanted to see what this free offer looked like.
Now I know 