There is such a thing as a free upgrade, but this ain’t it

I got this by e-mail today from my software distributor:

With the launch of Windows Vista™ and the known reliability of Windows Server 2003, Software Assurance, a multifaceted maintenance offer from Microsoft, is more compelling than ever. Whether your customers have 5, 50 or 500 PCs, Software Assurance provides the support and features so your customers get the most from their Microsoft solution.

Get the next version of Windows Server or Windows Small Business Server FREE!

Buy one OEM sku combined with an Open Business or Open Value sku and get the next version of Windows Server or Windows Small Business Server FREE!

Guys, let me explain something to you. If I pay you in advance for something, then the fact that I don’t pay you AGAIN when you deliver it does not make it “free.”