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Microsoft in Government eNewsletter Issue 4 : April 5, 2006

Welcome to Microsoft in Government, a monthly newsletter delivering information on issues, training, products and events exclusive to the federal and state & local government community.

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News & Highlights

Bill Gates talks security, showcases mobility at Government Leaders Forum (GLF) <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761887> At GLF, Bill Gates highlighted three trends that Microsoft sees shaping the public sector in the next several years: mobility, collaboration, and digitization. - Government Technology

Microsoft software helps police shut down child pornography ring <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761888> The Child Exploitation Tracking System (CETS) allows police to share information on potential child pornography and child abuse as it happens online. - Government Technology

Census Bureau commits to 500,000 Windows Mobile devices <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761889> The handsets are expected to be used by door-to-door census takers for the 2010 U.S. Census. - Seattle Post-Intelligencer

Microsoft's Proclarity acquisition enhances business intelligence (BI) capabilities <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761890> This acquisition deepens Microsoft's BI investment, helping decision-makers at all levels in an organization to make more informed decisions and drive better performance.

Microsoft unveils Windows Live Search beta <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761891> The new search service offers a new innovative design with rich viewing and organizational tools, extensive search categories, and services that help people customize results.

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Events and Webcasts

Webcasts: Maximize the value of your Software Assurance investments <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761892> Join us for a series of Web seminars to learn more about how to get the most value from the new Software Assurance benefits, including 24x7 Problem Resolution Support, Windows Vista Enterprise, and Desktop Deployment Planning Services.

Live Meeting: Top 10 things you should know when considering a Microsoft Enterprise Agreement (EA) <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761894> Learn about the key reasons why a Microsoft Enterprise Agreement <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761924> is a great value for our government customers.

Search for more state & local events and webcasts - don't miss Microsoft-hosted events in your area! <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761895> Hundreds of Microsoft events occur monthly throughout the United States. Search <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761925> for an upcoming event that's local to you!

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Technology Update

Unlock the power of your technology with free training from Microsoft <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761896> Maximize the investment your government organization has made in Microsoft products and services. Get free training! <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761926>

Windows Live Local, powered by Microsoft Virtual Earth <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761897> Windows Live Local combines mapping and local search to put the answers to your search questions in a geographical context. There are now 13 new locations <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761927> that include bird's eye imagery across the U.S.

Learn more about state and local government technology solutions on your time <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761898> Register for the virtual demo management system and view online demos about various Microsoft-based solutions available for your organization.

Take advantage of free collaboration training resources and transform efficiency for your agency <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761899> Collaboration tools from Microsoft can improve information sharing, compliance, and efficiency in your agency or department. Get a free seminars CD today of seminars for your federal agency <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761928> or state and local <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761929> government entity.

Get a sneak peek at the 2007 Microsoft Office System <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761900> Be the first to know! Watch a video of the new Microsoft Office System in action and register for the beta here <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761930>.

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Real-World Solutions Microsoft and its industry partners are providing solutions today that are making a difference in government. To learn about solutions for federal, state and local government, click HERE <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761931>.

Read the case studies Learn how Microsoft technology is helping customers in the public sector increase productivity, while improving collaboration and communication.

· Knowledge sharing across agencies and states provides for smarter procurement <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761901>

· Surveillance specialist enhances document management and achieves compliance <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761902>

· Federal agency uses Earned Value Management solution to boost efficiency, cut costs <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761903>

See more case studies here <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761932>.

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For the Developer

Systems Software and Technology Conference <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761904> May 1-4 | Salt Lake City, UT Join Microsoft at SSTC and enhance your professional skills and knowledge of systems and software technologies and policies for the Department of Defense (DoD).

Try SQL Server 2005 and decide for yourself <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761905> Request a SQL Server 2005 trial DVD to gain first-hand experience, and you'll also get a discount on a handy companion book.

Windows Server 2003 R2 Platform SDK full download <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761906> The Platform SDK for Microsoft Windows Server 2003 R2 contains the information and tools you need to develop Windows-based applications.

Microsoft ASP.NET 2.0 webcast series <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761907> This series of 45 webcasts is organized by track - JSP, PHP, and ColdFusion with each track designed to take advantage of your existing Web development skills. Attend three and receive an ASP.NET 2.0 Development Pack!

Developer Highway Code <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761908> This handbook captures and summarizes the key security engineering activities that should be an integral part of your software development processes.

Deliver SQL Server reports to SharePoint to enhance team collaboration <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761909> Create a custom SQL Server Reporting Services delivery extension that stores reports in a Windows SharePoint Services document library.

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Security Updates

· Critical security updates <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761910>

· Windows updates <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761911>

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Find Upcoming Events Find online or in-person events to suit your needs! <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761933>

· Upcoming webcasts <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761912>

· Executive Circle webcasts <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761913>

· TechNet events <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761914>

· Developer events <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761915>

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Resources for

· Business Decision-Makers <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761917>

· IT Professionals <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761918>

· Developers <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761919>

· Government Partners <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761920>

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Find a Case Study

· Government Case Studies <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761921>

· Microsoft Customer Evidence Site <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4761922>

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