Windows 7 pre-orders big in Europe

Microsoft's European online store was apparently overwhelmed by demand

... hasn't said how many discounted Windows 7 pre-orders it is willing to offer either in total, or in any particular region.

In Britain, the Home Premium version is selling for 49.99 British pounds ($82.10), while Professional edition is priced at 99.99 pounds ($164.21).

... selling the full boxed version (which does not require a prior Windows installation) at the upgrade price.

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