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Wednesday, 28 June 2006
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Yesterday, Magnussoft, via the ZETA-OS site, announced the launch of the new Beta Test program. A difference in this beta test program is that the testers will not only work with the OS itself but also with beta applications, drivers and even kernel modules (when you apply you can choose if you want to test only one of those or all of them). What's also nice about this is that everyone can apply, without the need for prior experience in beta testing.

This is a clear move by Magnussoft showing they want to test everything as much and as widely as possible. Beta applications (submitted by devs) will also be tested by other devs, not only users, thus increasing the range of testing such an app will receive. You can apply by filling out this form.

In order to make this available, ZETA-OS also launched a new feature for their Download Section. Now anyone who is registered at the site can upload their own files, up to 32MB. This is a good way for (as mentioned above) devs to show their work, for example. All uploads will be hosted in the ZETA-OS server, which will help eliminate dead links. Also, the uploads can have a screenshot attached and will be reviewed, checked and tested by ZETA-OS, to make sure it's usable. One important note is that the uploaded files don't have to be ZETA-specific, they can be for R5 or Haiku as well.

Good move(s) by Magnussoft, hopefully the increased beta testers base will help them in making ZETA-OS better than ever.

Comments
Written by somebody on 2006-06-28 11:34:52
Beta test requires you to agree to a non-disclosure agreement. :sigh I'd stay away from this if you contribute to Haiku.
I.T. Manager
Written by This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it on 2006-06-28 16:20:45
Been Using Beos/Zeta since ver. 4.5.
NDA
Written by This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it on 2006-06-28 19:37:14
> Beta test requires you to agree to a non-disclosure agreement. 
 
What sort of NDA is it? Why would it affect Haiku devs? 
re: NDA
Written by umccullough on 2006-06-28 20:12:55
At the bottom of the sign-up form it only specifies that if selected, beta testers will need to agree to an NDA. It doesn't specifically state what the NDA is. 
 
I suspect it's not so strict that it would prevent Haiku devs from beta-testing. Most beta-tests are subjected to NDA because issues found during beta-testing are not meant to be public - and it's extra protection to prevent beta-testers from sharing the beta products with everyone they know.
Re: NDA
Written by stew on 2006-06-29 00:48:20
Pretty much every beta program includes NDAs. Be, Inc and yT's beta programs had that too.
Do you need to already have Zeta ?
Written by This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it on 2006-06-29 01:56:11
Just wanted to know if having access to this Beta program automaticaly gives you access to Zeta ? or if you need to have Zeta before applying ?
re: Do you need to already have Zeta ?
Written by umccullough on 2006-06-29 08:32:59
It says on their page that you do not need to have any prior knowledge of BeOS or Zeta to apply. They are looking for people who have never used the OS as well. 
 
I think that means you will be given the Beta-test version Zeta, and do not need a prior version.
Depends
Written by RYS on 2006-06-29 20:03:12
It depends on what you want to test. You can test software, drivers, or the actual OS.
Written by jer on 2006-07-01 01:12:32
has anyone recieved a response from them yet?
48 Hours
Written by RYS on 2006-07-01 05:46:17
They said it could take up to 48 hours. Although I'm still waiting ater 72 hours. 
I'm sure they are processing all of the requests, illiminating, and then choosing testers.
Written by me on 2006-07-02 11:51:08
wow they haven't replied yet... 
but how can i test apps when i don't have the system ? so they must send OS to every tester


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