This security update is rated Important for all supported editions of ASP.NET except Microsoft .NET Framework 1.0 Service Pack 3.  This security update resolves a publicly disclosed vulnerability in ASP.NET.  The vulnerability could allow information disclosure.  An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could read data, such as the view state, which was encrypted by the server.  Microsoft .NET Framework versions prior to Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 Service Pack 1 are not affected by the file content disclosure portion of this vulnerability.  The security update is fully tested and ready for release, but will be made available initially only on the Microsoft Download Center.

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The Windows Small Business Server 7 (SBS7) Public Preview is now available for download. Built on Windows Server 2008 R2, the new edition of the all-in-one solution server for small businesses will include Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 SP1, Microsoft SharePoint Foundation 2010, and Windows Software Update Services. Small business customers will find significant security and management enhancements over previous versions, as well as much richer features for providing file-and-print, email and Internet services to employees.

Download the Windows Small Business Server 7 preview.

To learn more about Windows SBS7, visit the SBS site.

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The Microsoft Desktop Player delivers contextual content aggregated across Microsoft properties.  Get the relevant information you need in an organized way by selecting the right filters.

Key Features include:

·       Offline and Online Player showcasing the power of Microsoft Platform choice via both in browser and out of browser experiences.

·       Contextual relevant content surfaced  depending on IT Adoption Lifecycle by selecting the right filters.

·       Local ITE and DE connection – The player surfaces your local DE or ITE based on the user profile.

·       MSDN and TechNet Events integration www.msdnevents.com, www.technetevents.com

·       Local Community events integration.

·       Local CPLS integration to find the best place to get your Microsoft Training.

Here’s the downloadable version of the Microsoft Desktop player

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Join Ryan and Steve as they cover the Windows Azure platform in their Channel 9 video series, Cloud Cover, discussing the latest news and announcements, and sharing tips and tricks.

Current episode: Deploying and Upgrading. Ryan and Steve talk about how you can deploy and manage the services you have running in Windows Azure.  Discover the various options, and the caveats, for upgrading your services and learn some tips and tricks on how to run your apps with zero downtime.

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Internet Explorer 9 Beta is here, and it’s fast. Web sites and applications look and perform as if they were native to your PC, and you’ll notice a clean look and increased viewing area that makes Web sites shine. Taking full advantage of your PC’s hardware through Windows, Internet Explorer 9 Beta delivers graphically rich and immersive experiences.

Download Internet Explorer 9 Beta

See the Internet Explorer TechCenter for Reviewer's Guide and more.

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