Windows 7 makes a return, available until January 24

Microsoft seems to have gotten prepared and once again opened up the availability of the Windows 7 beta. In addition to making it available, they have also changed the download limit. Initially they were going to limit the downloads to 2.5 million, however it is now available on an unlimited basis until January 24. Given the extended time, and not having to worry about it going away because it reached the limit, you may want to wait a week or so until the initial hype dies down.

Due to an enormous surge in demand, the download experience was not ideal so we listened and took the necessary steps to ensure a good experience. We have clearly heard that many of you want to check out the Windows 7 Beta and, as a result, we have decided remove the initial 2.5 million limit on the public beta for the next two weeks (thru January 24th). During that time you will have access to the beta even if the download number exceeds the 2.5 million unit limit.

Read [Windows Team Blog]