Microsoft isn't saying when it plans to release the first service pack for Windows 7, but a purported Windows 7 SP1 is making the rounds on various Torrent sites.

The blog Geeksmack earlier this week posted screen shots of a Windows SP1 beta compiled March 27, noting that the installation process is "much faster" than the process for Windows Vista, requiring just two reboots.

Asked whether the screen shots are genuine, a Microsoft spokesperson told Channelweb.com the company doesn't comment on rumors or speculation and has "nothing new to announce at this time."

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