Microsoft pushes Vista versions, Offers download options

Microsoft wants to make sure consumers and small businesses know there are myriad ways they can acquire Windows Vista — particularly in premium versions — when it becomes generally available on Jan. 30. On Thursday, Microsoft said that for the first time, users will be able to purchase its Windows OS by downloading it over the Internet.

Being able to download the OS makes sense; It just seems like a natural progression. However, if I am to shell out a good chunk of change for a new operating system, I’d rather have the box to prove it. It doesn’t look like the downloadable versions will be any cheaper, so it’s meant for those select few who don’t care about a box and want it -now-.

Source: NeoWin