This poster provides a visual reference for understanding key technologies in Windows Server 2008 R2. It focuses on Active Directory Domain Services, Hyper-V, Internet Information Services, Remote Desktop Services (including Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI)), BranchCache, and DirectAccess technologies. In addition, updates to core file services and server management are illustrated. You can use this poster in conjunction with the previously published Windows Server 2008 Component Posters. Download the poster here.

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The Office Environment Assessment Tool scans your environment and assists in the assessment phase of deployment by identifying currently installed applications, add-ins currently in use by Office clients, and programs that are not registered as add-ins but still interact with Office programs. The Compatibility Inspector compares existing (legacy) code against the Microsoft Office 2010 object model to identify possible code issues.

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The new Exchange Deployment Assistant is a Web-based tool that walks you through various upgrade and deployment scenarios, including upgrades from Exchange Server 2003 and/or Exchange Server 2007 to Exchange Server 2010. Currently, the Upgrade from Exchange Server 2003 is the first scenario available. The tools asks a few questions about your current environment and then generates customized instructions for your upgrade.

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Forefront TMG 2010 TechNet documentation is now live with Forefront TMG Release to Web content. Forefront TMG is a secure Web gateway that helps protect employees from Web-based threats. It also delivers simple, unified perimeter security with integrated firewall, VPN, intrusion prevention, malware inspection and URL filtering.

This documentation is designed to assist you in understanding Forefront TMG and learning how to deploy and operate the software. It also provides reference materials and troubleshooting tips.

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TechNet has launched a news feed on the homepage which provides daily updates of new resources for IT professionals. The Today’s News feed offers links to the newest resources that help you become more successful with Microsoft technologies. Updates include pointers to new downloads, videos, webcasts, training, articles and events. Check it out. It’s always fresh and you can use the RSS link to find what was recently posted.

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