The software maker also confirmed, without giving details, that it plans to offer some sort of "technology guarantee" giving those who buy Vista machines close to the Windows 7 launch a free or discounted copy of the new operating system. As with past similar programs, details on pricing will be up to individual computer makers, although Microsoft did say the upgrade program will apply to Vista Home Premium and higher-priced editions (meaning not Windows Vista Basic).
The tech guarantee program is not beginning immediately, but Microsoft did raise the possibility it will offer some sort of lower-cost upgrade to those who are already using Windows Vista.
I found this very interesting.
The second paragraph hints that MS may offer a discount to customers that have already bought Premium or better in the past.?
A lot of people that were whining that they should get a discount if they already bought the "uber turd" Vista. Looks like they might get their wish.
I only hope the ones that were whining, only bought Basic.
http://news.cnet.com/8301-13860_3-10253924-56.html