Because you’ll die. According to a MS spokesperson, “The only thing that is available on Aug. 27 is tech support for system builders”. We already know that the software has been released to OEMs, but that’s about it for now. A few Kiwis and Aussies have begun selling WHS for $150. We probably won’t see anything until September or October. Ah shucks.

Windows Home Server won’t launch on August 27 [ZD Net]