February 04, 2000

TOP STORY
· Attend the Windows 2000 Launch Party
http://www.microsoft.com/usa/windows2000.htm
Register now to attend the Feb. 17 launch of Windows 2000, the business operating system for the next generation of computing. Appearing live via satellite in major cities around the world, Microsoft Chairman Bill Gates will highlight customer solutions, showcase powerful new Windows 2000 features, and, of course, inject lots of surprises. You won't want to miss this!

· Are You Ready? One-day Training for Windows 2000 Deployment
http://www.microsoft.com/train_cert/win2000/oneday/
For a limited time, get the deployment training you need for Windows 2000 for just US$99. Outside of the U.S., similar training packages are available. Visit the site for details.


BUSINESS NEWS
· Windows 2000 Offers New Features for Secure Networking
http://www.microsoft.com/presspass/features/2000/02-01w2ksecurity.asp
New security features in Windows 2000 offer centralized security management, providing simpler access, improved performance and better interoperability.

· Aetna Expects to Save $1.5 Million Using Windows Media for Virtual Meetings
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/dailynews2/020200.htm
Aetna, a leading health insurance provider, has selected Microsoft Windows Media as its streaming media solution for virtual meetings, employee training, media relations and customer education. Over the next three years, Aetna expects the solution to cut training and travel costs by more than $1.5 million.


DEVELOPER NEWS
· Windows 2000 Now Available to Qualified MSDN Subscribers
http://msdn.microsoft.com/subscriptions/features/win2000.asp
MSDN Universal and Professional subscribers in qualified regions can download the final version of Microsoft Windows 2000 now exclusively through MSDN Subscriber Downloads.

· Developing Web Sites on the Microsoft Windows DNA Platform
http://msdn.microsoft.com/msdn-online/start/features/dnablueprint.asp
This draft white paper lays out the latest architectural guidelines for building state-of-the-art, complex Web sites on the Windows DNA platform.


HOME COMPUTING
· Don't Wait for Cupid: Heat Up Your Love Life Today!
http://love.msn.com/
Valentine's Day is coming up fast. Are you in love and want to show it? Or do you need advice on how to win over the heart of that special someone? Either way, we can help. From the first date to a night of passion, you'll find what you're looking for on MSN Love and Relationships.


THIS WEEK'S READ
How microsoft.com Put Windows 2000 to the Test
http://www.microsoft.com/backstage/
Upgrading 350-plus servers to Windows 2000 in less than a month took a team effort. Learn the process we used to make microsoft.com run smoother than ever before. How easy was it? A third of these servers were actually upgraded in just five business days.


TIPS AND TRICKS
Deploying Office 2000? Read Our Notes from the Field
http://www.microsoft.com/office/enterprise/deployment/default.htm
Visit the Microsoft Office Web site to read any or all of the chapters from "Deploying Microsoft Office 2000: Notes from the Field," a book based on Microsoft Consulting Services experiences in the field.


FREE DOWNLOAD OF THE WEEK
MSXML Technology Preview
http://msdn.microsoft.com/downloads/webtechnology/xml/msxml.asp
Want to work with the latest XML technology? Then download the new Microsoft XML Technology Preview Parser and try our improved schema support, XSLT and XPath support, new interfaces, and more.

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