Nov 06, 2009 – Windows 7 Family Pack $149.99 for 3 Home Premium Upgrade Licenses Since Windows Vista was released, the public has screamed for a Mac OS X-style family pack of Windows licenses for their homes. At the end of July, Microsoft made our wish their command. The Family Pack isn't available for pre-order yet, but it's expected to become available on October 22nd. Total savings: $209.98, or about $70 per license. Attend a free Microsoft seminar Free Professional license Microsoft loves handing things out at seminars. This time, their nationwide The New Efficiency campaign and events come bundled with a free license for Windows 7 Professional. The events are also free to register for; the only cost to you is the travel requirements to get to the seminar. Unfortunately, some cities' events have already filled up, and are no longer open for registration. If you're one of the lucky ones near an open event, jump on this while you can. Total savings: $299.99 for more information go to "Windows discount program for college students Free Home Premium or Professional license' READ MORE