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I have an Ubuntu machine that I want to have windows virtualized in with VirtualBox. Is there a specific version of Windows 7 that I have to have so that the license will allow me to virtualize it?

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Any commercial license for any version of Windows 7(or any version of Windows) will work just fine.

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And I believe you can use any version (win7) for 30 days even without a licence. – Nifle Sep 29 '10 at 18:09
I thought that there was more to it, something about an enterprise license or something. – Andrew Redd Sep 29 '10 at 19:14
Badges... we don't need no stinking badges. – SuperJames Sep 29 '10 at 19:58
You can even rearm windows after the 30 days have expired to get a trial period of up to 120 days. – Madison S Sep 29 '10 at 20:01
From winsupersite.com/win7/faq.asp "Q: What are the virtualization rights for Windows 7? (That is, which versions are licensed for install in virtual machines by consumers?) A: Windows 7 Home Premium, Professional, Enterprise and Ultimate can be installed in virtual environments." – Madison S Sep 29 '10 at 20:08
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