Chuck Thacker, a pioneer in computer science and a technical fellow with Microsoft Research, has been named winner of the 2009 A.M. Turing Award, the most prestigious honor in computing.

Join your local MSDN Events team as we take a deep dive into Microsoft Windows Azure. We'll start with a developer-focused overview of this brave new platform and the cloud computing services that can be used to build amazing applications. As the day unfolds, we'll explore data storage, Microsoft SQL Azure, and the basics of deployment with Windows Azure.

Find out how Cigital, an SDL Pro Network member, assisted a large insurance company adopt the Microsoft SDL. The case study describes both the business drivers leading up to the company's recognizing the need for incorporating the SDL within their development process as well as the initial roll out of the SDL.

Dividend of $0.13 per share payable in June.

Microsoft today launched the Elevate America’s Veterans Initiative to provide technology skills and other resources to veterans and their spouses.

Elevate America’s Veterans Initiative to provide technology skills, other resources to veterans and their spouses.

Microsoft Maren helps Arabic speakers communicate using a completely different writing system.

Everything you could ever want to know about Windows Phone 7 Series is at MIX10 on March 15-17 in Las Vegas. You'll preview the new development platform, see how to work with the Windows Phone 7 Series development tools, and get a tour of the Windows Phone Marketplace. MIX10 attendees will receive access to the Windows Phone 7 Series development tools and have access to a dedicated track on the Windows Phone 7 Series platform that runs throughout the event. As a MIX10 attendee, you'll also receive exclusive free developer support for the Windows Phone 7 Series development tools. Don't miss this unique opportunity.

Create a fun game in Blend and gain valuable experience using Behaviors by watching this 10-video series with downloadable guide and files.

I-O Data customers will receive patent covenants for their use of devices running Linux and related open source software.

Awards recognize customers and partners improving health through Microsoft technology.

Chief Research and Strategy Officer Craig Mundie sees technologies converging to transform how humans and computers work together.

Company makes U-Prove technology widely available to enable identity with privacy and announces release of Forefront Identity Manager 2010.

Shop Direct Group improves employee efficiency, reduces costs with Windows 7 operating system upgrade.

From simplified setup to tracking tasks and tests, learn how to take advantage of the great features of Microsoft Visual Studio Team Foundation Server (TFS) 2010. BenkoTips Live and On Demand brings events to you - this webcast series is dedicated to helping developers explore the possible.

Learn how Security Innovation, an SDL Pro Network member, helped Sony Corporation improve its SDL security level from basic to standardized.

Lets hospitals exchange electronic patient health information with patients and referring doctors.

Microsoft and industry partners will showcase solutions that help providers and patients simplify care, integrate vital data and visualize treatment options.

As announced in 2008, support for Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2) and Windows 2000 will end on July 13, 2010. Support for Windows Vista Release to Manufacturing (RTM) will end on April 13, 2010. To help ensure your Windows Vista PCs stay secure and up to date, make sure they are running Windows Vista Service Pack 1 (SP1) or SP2. If you are running Windows XP, stay more secure by moving to Windows XP Service Pack 3 (SP3) or migrating to Windows 7. If you are running Windows 2000, we recommend that you move to Windows 7 as no additional support or updates will be offered for the Windows 2000 operating system. Visit the End of Support Center for more details.

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