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IT’S HERE!

Download Windows 7 Beta TODAY!
http://www.microsoft.com/windows7

Over the past few years, you’ve asked us to make some changes to Windows. We listened closely. Now it’s time to share an early look at how we’ve used your feedback. Windows 7 is faster, more reliable, and makes it easier to do what you want. Want to try the Beta? Come back the afternoon of January 9. And remember—this is just a preview. There’s more to come.

Windows 7 for the Enterprise
Windows 7 is next version of the Windows client operating system and is on track to be available approximately 3 years after the release of Windows Vista. Windows 7 builds on the modern foundation of Windows Vista, and companies that deploy Windows Vista first will find that Windows 7 is highly compatible with their hardware, software, and tools.

The investments in Windows 7 are shaped by the evolving needs of end users and IT professionals in the enterprise. As user needs have changed, the demands on IT professionals have increased. Today, IT professionals must provide more capability and greater flexibility for users while continuing to minimize cost and security risks.

Here’s a preview of the key investments in Windows 7 to help enterprise customers address the evolving needs of their end users and IT professionals:

• Make users productive anywhere
  Windows 7 enables users to complete their job no matter where they are-at home, in a branch office, or on the road-without reducing productivity.
• Enhance security and control
  Windows 7 builds on the security foundation of Windows Vista, and delivers increased flexibility in helping secure computers and data.
• Streamline PC management
  Whether IT professionals manage and deploy desktops, laptops, or virtual environments, Windows 7 makes the job easier while enabling them to leverage the same tools and skills they use with Windows Vista.

Windows 7 Beta Download
The beta version of Windows 7, Microsoft’s next-generation PC operating system, can be downloaded today by MSDN, TechBeta and TechNet customers. Consumers who want to test-drive the beta will be able to download it beginning Jan. 9 at http://www.microsoft.com/windows7.

News and Resources

• Press Release: Microsoft’s Ballmer Announces Availability of Windows 7 Beta and Windows Live
• IT Pros: Get the latest updates on Windows 7 with the Springboard Series on TechNet.
• Watch the public debut of Windows 7 at the Professional Developers Conference 2008. Watch the video (2 hours 29 minutes)
• The Business Value of Windows Vista: 5 reasons to deploy now. Download the white paper.
• 10 measurable ways Windows Vista can improve your business.  Get the facts here.