Chris Bowen created a create blog post about publishers offering support for user groups . It is a great post that you should all be aware of. It lists many publishers and links to the programs they have setup for user groups. ie, how to get free books...

I had a customer ask me today if it was possible to download SQL Server 2000 x64. I am posting here so others can benefit from the answer. If you have an MSDN or Technet subscription you can download the ISO image of the CD/DVD’s. If you do not have either...

The 7th Annual Emeril Golf Tournament at Johnson & Wales University (JWU) is coming soon. This year's event kicks off on Mon, Sep 21, with tournament play the following day, Tue, Sep 22. This year's Golf Classic will be held at the Newport Country...

If you have a user group and are interested in having a Windows 7 or a Windows Server 2008 R2 loadfest, please let me know. If you are in my territory (North East US) I am happy to help you make it happen. If you are outside my region, I will be happy...

The RC release of Windows 7 will be available at least through June 2009. Here’s what you need to have: Internet access (to download Windows 7 RC and get updates) A PC with these minimum recommended specifications: - 1 GHz 32-bit or 64-bit processor or...

Intro by Dan Stolts Session 1 - Windows 7 Intro and Roadmap Session 2 - Windows 7 Security and App Compat Session 3 - Windows 7 Overview If you would like a copy of Windows 7 you can now download Windows 7 RC here .