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>>Anybody installed it?
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>>What are your first impressions?
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>You need lots of RAM, lots of disk, and lots of patience; it took about an hour and 4 reboots to install on my Win2K SP1 box. I strongly suggest that you make a complete backup of the system before attempting the install.
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>Not the first time I have heard these reports. To be honest, I may end up waiting a few weeks (months?), despite how curious as I am. Has MS given a firmer hint yet as to actual release date?


MS is saying 2nd half of 2001.

Let's do some math...
Beta 1 was just released. It should be around for about 3 months.
Beta 2 will come after that and will be around again for about 3 months.
I would say Q3 for the final release at the same Whisler will be released.
That's my own guess.