QUOTE(Kaitou_Ace @ Feb 20 2006, 06:00 AM)
this comes from the mouth of MS. specifically a guy named Eric, who works on the MCE project. this is first-hand info, as he told me this in a conference.
MS does not support the purchasing of a standalone, OEM version of the MCE OS. it does exist, but it is for computer vendors to make their own MCEs for sale in retail. however since they sell the product to a vendor, the vendor can do whatever they like with the software. MS considers this a loophole and they do not support this type of OS purchase. it is, however legal.
Ahh i see now.
So as a partial summary, The question/project at hand has yet to be fullfilled. The quest still remains strong though. In short for now you can go online and buy the OEM version of MCE from the supplied websites mentioned above. As it stands matters are going to be put solely into my hands. With my non-exsistant knowledge or experience in programming i am going to purse this quest to the best ability i can. Hey ive had a little experience in programming on an old Amstrad (with built in 1MB hard drive...lol) computer back in o the late 80's early 90's how hard could it be...lol.
But if there is anyone who can lend a hand, your hard work and dedication will not go unmentioned.
So look out for a release in the upcoming months