Windows 7 pirated version available in Indian market

Windows 7 is yet to be officially launched in the Indian market, but the pirated version of Microsoft’s new operating system is already being offered by several retail shops in major metros and can even be downloaded for free from various internet websites.

Software piracy has been the biggest concern for top software makers, especially in countries such as India and China, where consumers are tempted to buy cheaper and, at times, free versions of the latest software. As a result of this, the Indian software industry loses nearly $2.8 billion every year because of piracy. The exchequer also loses tax revenues worth around $200 million annually because of unauthorized software sales in the country.

Update:-
About 50,000 pirated DVDs of Microsoft Windows 7 are estimated to have been sold here since the official launch on Oct 22, generating unaccounted business of around Rs.50 lakh (nearly $100,000).