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From the Editor
There's so much cool new stuff to cover this issue that it's hard to pick a top story, so I'll do this scientifically and toss them in a hat, and ... Silverlight gets the nod to lead off, even though we mentioned it in the last edition. The new news is that the Silverlight Beta 1.0 version is now available for download with a "Go-Live" license that allows developers and designers to use Expression Studio and Visual Studio to create commercial Silverlight Web experiences. See first-hand how you can deliver media experiences and rich interactive applications for the Web that incorporate video, animation, interactivity, and stunning user interfaces, using existing skills and tools.
Speaking of Visual Studio, you now can find fun, simple tools for hobbyists, students and casual developers in the Visual Studio Code Name "Orcas" Express Edition Community Technology Previews. Now available for download, the "Orcas" Express Edition CTPs enable casual developers to rapidly create Windows and Web applications.
Also available now for download, Windows Server "Longhorn" Beta 3 is available through the MSDN Evaluation Center. Once you register for the software, you'll receive technical resources to assist with your evaluation with every edition of the MSDN Flash. And as part of the Windows Server "Longhorn" beta release, Microsoft has shipped Internet Information Services (IIS) 7.0 Beta 3 as part of the Windows "Longhorn" Server Beta 3 release. IIS 7.0 is the biggest release of IIS in the history of the product, and brings major improvements to the Microsoft Web-server stack.
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The MSDN Evaluation Center is the new central location to register to evaluate trial software. Receive updates during the evaluation period and enjoy a set of technical resources put together to enhance your evaluation experience.
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On May 31, the pre-release versions of Windows Vista (Beta 2, RC1, and RC2) will expire. If you are running one of these versions, learn how to update your PC to prevent work disruption and loss of data.
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Spotlight on: Windows Server Code Name "Longhorn"
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Find out what's new in the next-generation Windows Server operating system. Register and download the evaluation software to explore the new functionality and powerful improvements to the base operating system.
Tech Resource Preview: Ramp up quickly with webcasts, virtual labs, and podcasts.
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This demo-driven, one-day course explores the techniques used to create next-generation applications on Microsoft Windows Server "Longhorn". Topics covered include Windows Communication Foundation, Windows Workflow Foundation, Windows Eventing, performance counters, IIS7, Windows CardSpace, PowerShell, and Transactional File System.
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Spotlight on: the .NET Framework 3.0
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Learn about Windows Presentation Foundation, Windows Communication Foundation, and Windows Workflow Foundation capabilities provided by the .NET Framework 3.0. Free collection from Microsoft Learning.
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Learn more about the Microsoft .NET Framework 3.0 (formerly WinFX), and see how you can build applications that have visually compelling user experiences, seamless communication across technology boundaries, and the ability to support a wide range of business processes.
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Web Resources
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June 4 - 8, Orlando, FL
Did you know 50% of the content at Tech·Ed 2007 is developer-focused? Explore Windows application development, integrated Web solutions, Microsoft Office programming, and IDE productivity features. Address issues such as easier development of applications across client types and migrating applications to .NET. Register before May 11, and you will be automatically entered to win one of five Xbox 360 Elite gaming consoles.
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Security for Developers
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We on the Security Engineering team at Microsoft have been getting a lot of friendly pokes from customers, partners, colleagues, and competitors, asking us to say more about the Microsoft Security Development Lifecycle (SDL) in an open forum. Here it is.
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Product-Related Downloads
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Try the new professional tool for Web designers, plus check out other Microsoft Expression betas and trials.
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Case Studies, KB Articles, & How-tos
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By adopting Visual Studio Team System, the Washington State Department of Community, Trade, and Economic Development increased productivity and software quality, and improved assessment of project status and estimates of new efforts.
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Partner News
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WebGrid.NET Enterprise 5.0 redefines data visualization and editing experience through its new revolutionary features, such as Excel-style column freezing.
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Log into MSDN and download the free, full-feature WPF xamDataGrid. Get NetAdvantage for WPF with subscription and support for US$199 (normally US$795).
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Volume 11, Number 10  May 7, 2007 |
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