Beta Testing Frequently Asked Questions
How can I participate in Beta testing for operating system releases?
Beta testing versions of Microsoft Windows operating systems are made available through MSDN Professional subscriptions.
Note: Microsoft product support is not available for pre-release or Beta software included in MSDN Subscriptions.
How can I receive Beta versions of the Windows Driver Kit?
The Beta WDK is included with each Beta release of Windows operating systems.
How can I receive the Beta versions of the Hardware Compatibility Tests?
The HCTs have been replaced by the WDK above.
If I am Beta testing the operating system, how do I receive interim releases?
Driver developers and testers can join the Windows Driver Kit (WDK) Program on the Microsoft Connect Web site to get the latest information about upcoming versions of the WDK and Windows Driver Foundation (WDF), obtain beta releases, and provide feedback. See How to Participate in the WDK Program on Microsoft Connect.
MSDN subscribers can also download other Microsoft Beta releases at MSDN Subscriber Downloads.
Tip: Subscribers can participate in Beta newsgroups on http://beta.microsoft.com.
See also:
"Coding on the Edge" in the MSDN Library