Windows Vista was, from an objective standpoint, a major flop.

This isn’t a new experience for Microsoft.  Windows ME was a terrible disaster which cost Microsoft tens or hundreds of millions of dollars, years of development time, and an incredible amount of public embarrassment.  It was unofficially renamed “Windows Mistake Edition.”

When Windows XP was released, it united Windows 2000 and Windows ME and brought relative peace and stability back to the Windows product line.

And then Microsoft tried something new with Vista — and failed.  The most common user question regarding Windows Vista has been “How do I uninstall Windows Vista?”

This environment of frustration has create a storm of interest in Windows 7.  Microsoft customers want something new and most are anxiously awaiting Windows 7.

Many customers are now trying beta versions of Windows 7 and reporting mostly positive results.  But, of course, beta software can be a source of constant frustration.

My friend Kamal recently created a Windows 7 Forum where Microsoft customers can find news and information regarding the new release — and technical assistance making the new release work and work optimally.

If you are testing Windows 7 now, or if you plan to run Windows 7 in the future, give the forum a visit to make your path easier.