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New E-Learning Courses

TechNetPlusSubscriptions — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 18:26:00 GMT

Following are the new E-Learning courses in TechNet Plus Subscriptions. These will expire on 12/31/09. Course 6866: Introducing Identity and Access Management Solutions - This two-hour course describes how you can use Active Directory server roles and...(read more)

The Springboard Series Community Party @ Microsoft TechEd Berlin

TechNetPlusSubscriptions — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 18:25:00 GMT

If you plan to attend Microsoft TechEd in Berlin, join us for a special celebration! On Tuesday, 10 November, at 21:00, get ready to rub shoulders with some of the world’s most powerful IT Professionals and community influencers. Exclusively for Springboard...(read more)

TechNet Magazine transitions from print to online only

TechNetPlusSubscriptions — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 20:58:00 GMT

The November 2009 issue of TechNet Magazine will be its last in printed form. However, we are very excited about what the future holds. Be assured the magazine will continue to thrive on the Web. As a TechNet Plus Subscriber, you have received a printed...(read more)

Now Available:Microsoft SQL Server StreamInsight CTP

TechNetPlusSubscriptions — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 18:28:00 GMT

Today we are excited to announce the availability of the first community technology preview (CTP) of Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2 for our subscribers. This CTP provides the first opportunity to explore some of the features of SQL Server 2008 R2 and see...(read more)

Announcing :Windows Server 2008 R2 on TechNet Plus

TechNetPlusSubscriptions — Sat, 15 Aug 2009 02:27:00 GMT

Today, at 10:00 Hrs PST, the first public release of Windows Server 2008 R2 bits will be made available to TechNet Plus Subscribers Windows Server 2008 R2 is the latest version of the Windows Server operating system from Microsoft. Building on the features...(read more)

Announcement:Win 7 RTM now available on TechNet Plus

TechNetPlusSubscriptions — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 23:22:00 GMT

Today at 10 AM PST, the first public release of Windows 7 was made available to TechNet Plus Subscribers. To support the variety of languages and builds, 893 different images are being released to TechNet Plus Subscriber Downloads in three waves through...(read more)

Released: New E-Learning Courses

TechNetPlusSubscriptions — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 00:29:00 GMT

Hello, I wanted to send out a reminder on the launch of our new e-learning courses for the quarter of July-Sep 2009. Here is a snapshot of the course content: 1 )Planning for Windows Server 2008 High Availability and Recovery This course describes Windows...(read more)

Seeking Feedback on TechNet Plus Subscription Branding

TechNetPlusSubscriptions — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 14:05:00 GMT

Hi Everyone, We are in the process of updating the look and feel of the TechNet Plus subscription offering and we’re looking for feedback on initial concepts from those of you in the real IT world. I realize that most IT folks completely disregard most...(read more)

Mark Your Calendar for July 1, 2009 - Windows 7 Beta Expiration

TechNetPlusSubscriptions — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 01:31:00 GMT

Heads up! The Windows 7 Beta will expire on August 1, 2009 so be prepared and plan to rebuild your PC with either the Release Candidate (RC) or another valid version of Windows before July 1, 2009. You will receive a warning two weeks prior to July 1;...(read more)

Update :Win 7 RC release on TechNet Plus

TechNetPlusSubscriptions — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 21:50:00 GMT

We are experiencing very high demand for the Windows 7 Release Candidate and have taken steps to improve the download experience. As capacity increases, subscribers should now be able to more easily download the software from the subscription portal....(read more)

TechNet Plus download access for Win7 RC

TechNetPlusSubscriptions — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 19:51:00 GMT

Due to very high demand, we are temporarily experiencing distribution issues on the download of Windows 7 RC. We are working hard to resolve this issue, and will keep you updated. This issue applies to TechNet Plus and MSDN subscribers. Our goal is to...(read more)

Going to US TechEd in Los Angeles? Don’t miss this event for TechNet Plus subscribers

TechNetPlusSubscriptions — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 02:36:00 GMT

Exclusively for TechNet Plus Subscribers and other IT community supporters, we invite you to join us for an invitation-only party at The Standard in Los Angeles. This is your opportunity to network with industry peers and key Microsoft executives while...(read more)

Exchange Server 2010 Beta now available on TechNet Plus!

TechNetPlusSubscriptions — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 20:51:00 GMT

We are pleased to announce the availability of the Exchange Server 2010 beta to our subscribers. The Exchange Server 2010 offers features that will help businesses share server data, and administrators and end users can now seamlessly go between internal...(read more)

New E-Learning Courses Announced for April-June 2009

TechNetPlusSubscriptions — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 02:10:00 GMT

We are happy to announce the following new E-Learning courses for April-June 2009 . 1) Course 4330: Working with Subqueries Using Microsoft SQL Server 2008 : In this 2 hour course students are introduced to subqueries.. Using common table expressions...(read more)

TechNet plus Media Ship Schedule for March 2009

TechNetPlusSubscriptions — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 21:27:00 GMT

Here is the updated ship schedule for March 2009 Europe and Middle East Region: 3/3/2009 America and Canada:3/13/2009 Asia Pacific:3/9/2009. Nitin Saxena Senior Product manager TechNet Plus....(read more)