Windows 8 beta / RC free download and release date

[Zniper]

Hello. I'm wondering when Windows 8 will be available for tests and when the release date is planned. I've only seen a few screenshots with it and i must say i can't wait to test it on my computer
Any news about this ? Thanks in advance.

[Cornelush]

I don't know about the release date, but i can help you with the "beta" part or close to that
A pre-beta release is available on Microsoft's official site : http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/apps/br229516

[Pwsd]

The release date it seems to be around April 2012 ... but who knows ... I would love to test it too, but i'll wait until a RC is up.
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[Simsin]

I'll just wait for the good RC and check it out then