'StepUp' Windows 98 release on tap is a ZDNN story that says: "Users who were distressed at the thought of paying Microsoft Corp. $89 for a minor upgrade to Windows 98, take heart," as it follows up on the announcement reported yesterday (story) that the Win98 StepUp program to fixes bugs, etc. would be fee-based, with word that "Microsoft has multiple -- not just one -- upgrades to Win98 up its sleeve." Thanks Maverick. Here's a quote:

But the company also is readying a CD-only, non-retail upgrade for existing Windows 98 customers at a substantially reduced price. Like the full edition, the upgrade will include fixes plus new features. Microsoft plans to sell the CD direct only, as its low cost will prohibit it from being a product of interest to resellers, says Windows product manager Mike Nichols. Nichols said the company has not decided on pricing.