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I hope you guys already watched this, if you didn't here you go. =)
And this being the last day of the fiscal year, a lot of us at Microsoft will be resting our heels. See y'all at WPC.
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As many of you may know already -- Windows XP will no longer be available via retail and OEMs for loading on to new machines. No cause for alarm -- we will still continue to support it for a while.
Word is that a version of Singularity, a managed micro-kernel OS, written primarily for research is the bedrock of a derivative code-named Midori. Midori will help reduce dependencies in future Windows operating systems and make them more nimble and stable. Not to mention it will finally herald a new era of OS development that isnt stuck in the 70's.
While rumor has it that Midori wont be a part of Win7, we may see it in future versions. Fingers crossed!
PS: Singularity is available from Codeplex if you're the curious kind.
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[Excerpt from email]
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I recently installed 2007 Office and am having trouble exchanging documents with people in the office on Office 2003. How can I fix this?"
Your peers in the office can download the Office compatibility pack (FREE) or you can save your documents in the Office 2003 format by clicking File>Save As
(I am surprised that even after 1.5 years in market, folks are having trouble with the new file formats, hence the post.)
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At 10:40 am yesterday an e-mail from Bill Gates went out to all Microsoft employees. As I read through the email, I realized one thing. An individual who had initially inspired my interest in technology and pursuing a career at Microsoft was about to go chase his passion for making this world a better place.
Though I have no doubt that Microsoft will continue to deliver cutting edge technologies, a lot of people at the company will miss him. Here's wishing him all the very best. He will be fondly remembered for his leadership, vision and most importantly Microsoft BOB.
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For months, people have asked me when will Hyper-V be out. Good news -- it was just released and can be downloaded for use. Cheers!
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Most of you are already familiar with this new policy but just in case…
Beginning June 19th, 2008 a one-hour online assessment is required to initiate a new subscription, or to renew your subscription, to the Action Pack.
You can learn more about the renewal instructions by visiting: https://partner.microsoft.com/US/program/managemembership/40049687,
or to re-enroll call: 1-800-993-7764.
The Action Pack is a subscription-based program, available exclusively to Registered Members of the Microsoft Partner Program, that gives you access to internal-use licenses of Microsoft Software, as well as up to date marketing materials and localized offers – all for just US$299.00.
You can learn more about the Action Pack program in general by visiting: https://partner.microsoft.com/US/program/managemembership/actionpack”
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Yesterday I had the opportunity to invite customers to Microsoft's Mobile Event buses in San Diego. If a technologist could have an RV, it would be this one. Outfitted with all the technology one would need, these buses help Microsoft and it's Partners close deals by serving as a technology showcase.
It's a fantastic way (really) to demonstrate and talk about technology. So if you want these buses to come to your aid, sign-up at www.microsoftpartnerevents.com right now.