Computer Shops Participate in Vista 7 “Scam”

Dr. Roy Schestowitz

2009-06-30 09:29:21 UTC
Modified: 2009-06-30 09:29:21 UTC

Vista 7

Summary: Microsoft claims a "discount" which is not

Stefano Forenza shows that Microsoft's disabled-by-design O/S is, as usual, made a lot more expensive in Europe than it is in the Unites States. Inquiries a few years ago (regarding Vista) revealed that Microsoft exploits its monopoly (illegally-obtained stranglehold on OEMs) to charge what people can bear -- not what they are willing -- to pay. Microsoft staff was unable to defend its overcharging practices in the UK. According to Forenza's assessment:

In Europe Windows 7 will cost 41% to 100% more than in the US.

More interesting, however, is the story we have just heard from a computer shop. It suggests that Vista 7 marketing is scam that many shops may participate it. "The whole Windows 7 discount upgrade from Vista is pure BS," the informant claims. "There is NO DISCOUNT."

“It suggests that Vista 7 marketing is scam that many shops participate it.”To put it in finer details, "What they are doing is charging more for versions of Vista that come with the upgrade discount form and it's usually in the OEM version, so the price is hidden in the total cost of the PC. [The] cost of Vista Business with Win7 upgrade form is $190. Our cost price INCLUDING tax for Vista Business without the Win7 upgrade form is $150. Anyone buying a PC with Vista believing they are getting a "discount" Windows 7 upgrade are being swindled. Only the most arrogant and self-assured monopoly can get away with this sort of disgusting scheme. Everyone should be told about the prices they are actually charging OEM's and resellers.

"Many Windows users are actually looking at it thinking they will put up with Vista and then upgrade to Vista7 at a discounted price. But there is no discount, they're being conned. Doesn't worry me though. I've learned from customers today that other retailers are pushing it. I'm the only one who told them the truth. And they're angry.

"The "upgrade form" is what they take to the shop when they buy Windows 7 and get their "discount". At least I think that's what happens Anyone pushing this offer is participating in a scam." ⬆

"My initial evaluation of Windows 7 shows that it's really just Vista with a fresh coat of paint."

--Randall Kennedy

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Computer Shops Participate in Vista 7 “Scam”

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