These tools simplify the adoption of Windows Server 2003, reduce overall network administration, and facilitate the migration to Windows Server 2003 from NetWare, NDS, and eDirectory.
Microsoft ActiveSync 3.8
Microsoft ActiveSync 3.8 is the latest synchronization software for Windows Mobile-based Pocket PCs and Smartphones. ActiveSync 3.8 contains fixes making synchronization more trouble free than ever before and includes all the significant improvements brought to you in ActiveSync 3.5, 3.6, and 3.7.1: it is easy to install and use while offering the best levels of reliability.
Windows XP Game Advisor *Updated*
Try Out the All New Windows XP Game Advisor! Put more fun in your life with the all new Windows XP Game Advisor. Find game information including demos, trailers, screenshots and updates and determine if a game will work on your Windows XP powered computer before you buy!
Windows 2000 Post-Service Pack 4 COM+ 1.0 Hotfix Rollup Package 31
This article lists the Microsoft COM+ bugs that are fixed in the Microsoft Windows 2000 Post-Service Pack 4 (SP4) COM+ 1.0 Hotfix Rollup Package 31. Each hotfix rollup package contains all the fixes that were released in the previous Windows 2000 COM+ 1.0 hotfix rollup packages.
Windows XP Starter Edition
Paul Thurrott Windows SuperSite have thrown up their review of Microsoft's Windows XP Starter Edition! Here's a snip.
In mid-2004, reports surfaced that Microsoft would soon ship an entry-level version of Windows XP, dubbed Windows XP Starter Edition, to customers in emerging markets such as Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Russia and India. Those markets, Microsoft said, needed locale-specific PCs that were easy to use, support, and sell.
In mid-2004, reports surfaced that Microsoft would soon ship an entry-level version of Windows XP, dubbed Windows XP Starter Edition, to customers in emerging markets such as Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Russia and India. Those markets, Microsoft said, needed locale-specific PCs that were easy to use, support, and sell.
Windows Media Center 2005 Can't Join Domains? Think Again
NeoWin reports that DLL patching hero Rafael has found a great way to enable your MCE 2005 install to join Windows domains. Rafael, known for patching the now famous uxtheme.dll to enable custom Windows XP msstyle themes has found a reg edit in Windows XP Media Center 2005 to unlock the previously "greyed out" join domain option. This method is pretty complex but confirmed to work.
What's to come from Microsoft in 2005
Bink has made a list about software, what we can expect from Microsoft next year.
Here“s a snip: Windows 2003 Server R2 Biztalk 2004 64 Commerce Server 2002 64 Windows XP x64 Windows Server 2003 x64 SQL 2000 SP4 Virtual Server 2005 sp1 Windows Server 2003 SP1 Encarta 2006 Money 2006 Longhorn Beta (client) Want to know more ? Visit Bink
Here“s a snip: Windows 2003 Server R2 Biztalk 2004 64 Commerce Server 2002 64 Windows XP x64 Windows Server 2003 x64 SQL 2000 SP4 Virtual Server 2005 sp1 Windows Server 2003 SP1 Encarta 2006 Money 2006 Longhorn Beta (client) Want to know more ? Visit Bink
Update for Windows XP Service Pack 2 (KB885222)
After you install Windows XP Service Pack 2, some 1394 devices (such as digital cameras that use S400 speed) may not perform as expected. Install this update to help prevent this issue.
MSN.com Public Beta out
MSN.com public beta has been released. You can view the beta of MSN.com here. The beta doesn't have that much images like the normal MSN.com since It's still BETA and is in Beta Stages!
Windows Security Updates
4 new Updates from Microsoft for those with XP SP2 and even more for earlier versions.
These all just arrived...
These all just arrived...
Windows XP Media Center Edition Test Kit v2.0
This program will install a collection of software utilities intended to assist Media Center PC OEMs and device driver developers in evaluating readiness for Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005.
Exclusive: Live Blogging in Longhorn
An interesting screenshot was found on the internet today. The screenshot depicting a concept art of Windows Longhorn running with an application called "Windows LIVE" - live "blogging" under Longhorn, a new feature that might be included in future OS releases.
Exclusive: Microsoft MOOL Revealed
Something new is coming from Microsoft! Microsoft MOOL! In other words, Microsoft Office Outlook Live. A new add-on for Outlook 2003 or XP. Continue reading for more information.
DirectX 9.0 SDK December 2004 Update realeased!
The December 2004 Update of the Microsoft DirectX SDK is finally here.
Windows Server 2003 R2 Beta 1 Released
NeoWin reports Microsoft have released the next update to Windows Server 2003 into beta today. In a note to beta testers Microsoft advises that testers should not install R2 on a later pre-release of Windows Server 2003 SP1. The R2 Beta 1 (build 1711) will only work on SP1 build 1289 (RC1).
Windows XP Service Pack 3
what do you wish for as new features in Service Pack 3 for Windows XP ?
Post your wishes, suggestions ..anything you would like to be included in this upcoming Service Pack to improve the functionality provided by the recent Service Pack 2 release
Post your wishes, suggestions ..anything you would like to be included in this upcoming Service Pack to improve the functionality provided by the recent Service Pack 2 release
Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 1 Release Candidate
Microsoft has released Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 1 Release Candidate.
Note: Beta versions of software are intended only for installation in a test environment. We advise against installing and evaluating beta software on any production computers.
Note: Beta versions of software are intended only for installation in a test environment. We advise against installing and evaluating beta software on any production computers.
Windows Security Update for December 2004
The Microsoft Windows security update for December 2004 is a cumulative security update that resolves a newly discovered issue in Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 Service Pack 1 (SP1), a component of Windows. If you have any of the software listed on this page installed on your computer, you should visit the Windows Update Web site to install the related update.
MSN Messenger 7 Public Beta Released
Just read this over at NeoWin:
After a long wait, Microsoft has posted the first public beta of MSN Messenger 7 to their servers. The public beta carries the same build number as the most recent private beta build, (7.0.0425) and is available for all to download directly from Microsoft.
After a long wait, Microsoft has posted the first public beta of MSN Messenger 7 to their servers. The public beta carries the same build number as the most recent private beta build, (7.0.0425) and is available for all to download directly from Microsoft.
Windows XP Embedded with SP2 Released
Windows XP Embedded with SP2 has launched. Provide a cutting-edge experience to your customer base, build a more secure device experience, and get more device update options when you take advantage of embedded-specific enhancements and componentization of Windows XP Professional features in the Windows XP Embedded with SP2 release.