Will there be some way for holders of a copy of Beta 3 to convert their copy to a genuine one?IknowthattherearekeysthatallowonetoextendacopytoApril2008, oneofwhichIhave.About a year ago, I downloaded a copy of Server 2K8 that I haven't been able to install yet, mainly because the computer I am installing it on needs work put into it. I also am hoping to use this with the networking class I am a member of.WillIbeabletodothis,orwillIhavetoshellout$300to$500foranewcopy?

Regardless of whether an upgrade from beta to released product will be possible you'll still need to purchase a license. Price will vary depending on version of course. Don't know if there are student licenses available.

In addition: Beta, Community Technology Preview (CTP)and Release Candidate (RC)versions of Microsoft products stop working a specific time after the products get released to Manufacturers (RTM). This period is usually a couple of months.

Yes, I have a product key that allows this software to function until April, 2008.