Microsoft Launches Windows QuickStart Kit For Mac Developers

Post by TomAnthony » Tue, Apr 02, 2013, 6:52 PM UTC

Bradosaur wrote: post #80

TomAnthony wrote: post #77

Sorry if I missed this - but what do you get on the USB stick that isn't the same as downloading Parallels / Win 8 / IE10 combo they offer on the site?

On MS's site, you can download VMs for use with an existing Virtualization Platform like Parallels or Virtual Box. The VMs are guest operating systems with limited trial time. MS's docs suggest you use your VM manager to roll back when time runs out. With the USB key promo, you get a full license for parallels and a full license for Win8.

Post by niggler » Tue, Apr 02, 2013, 7:11 PM UTC

Post by IgorPartola » Tue, Apr 02, 2013, 7:22 PM UTC

Tomdarkness wrote: post #17

Livven wrote: post #16

Earlier quoted context omitted.

There's a very strong hint on the site. If you're a developer you should be able to figure it out easily, if you're not a developer you probably won't know how to "remove the disabled attribute" anyway ;)

All it takes is someone to post a few step by step instructions and anyone could re-enable the button regardless of their skills. Hopefully people won't ruin this offer and do that though.

Post by [deleted] » Tue, Apr 02, 2013, 7:41 PM UTC

mikeash wrote: post #86

uptown wrote: post #2

Great deal. For $25 + shipping you get a Windows 8 Professional license, Parallels 8, and a USB stick. Just change the "disabled" attribute on the order button, and you're all set.

The "+ shipping" part amuses me. It seems to sum up the whole "out of touch" reputation that Microsoft has, whether deserved or not. Why wouldn't this just be a download?

Post by jpxxx » Tue, Apr 02, 2013, 7:59 PM UTC

xradionut wrote: post #49

The cynical developer inside me thought, "Windows 8 has so little traction among Windows developers, Redmond is trying to attract Apple developers out of desperation."