Microsoft is making upgrading to Gold membership on Live a tad more enticing with a special offer of one month's Gold for £1 for Silver members.
It
says, "Exclusive Limited Time Offer..."
Well, of course it's exclusive! It's not as if anybody else can offer it...
"For only £1.00 VAT included, for the first month, your 1-month Xbox LIVE Gold Membership helps you get the most out of your Xbox experience. Your membership will automatically renew to a standard price monthly membership at the then current price, unless you change your renewal or cancel before your membership ends."
It is indeed a taster - which is why we're wondering why even to charge the quid? Remember, once you're signed up for the pound, unless you cancel at the end of the month, you'll be charged £39.99 from then on.