Windows 7 RTM

Windows 7 and Windows 2008 R2 has been RTM. Here are the relevant dates:

* Two days after official RTM: OEMs
* August 6: Downloadable for ISVs, IHV's, TechNet subscribers, MSDN subscribers
* August 7: Downloadable for Volume Licence with Software Assurance (English only)
* August 16: Downloadable for Partner Program Gold / Certified members (English-only)
* August 23: Downloadable for Action Pack subscribers (English Only)
* September 1: Purchasing for Volume License without Software Assurance (no mention of specific language availability)
* By October 1: Downloadable for Partner Program Gold / Certified members, Action Pack subscribers, TechNet subscribers, MSDN subscribers (remaining languages)
* October 22: Purchasing at retail locations