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Microsoft Security Essentials Beta Signups Begin

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The Microsoft Malware Protection Center revealed today that registration is available for anyone to sign up to become a beta tester for the next version of the Microsoft Security Essentials (MSE) software.  MSE is a free anti-virus/anti-malware solution for Windows computers and has proven to be in the top 10 of available . . .

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Becoming a Microsoft Beta Tester Reprint

While I am travelling today I decided to reprint some of my older material that is still relevant today and this piece most certainly is.  It was originally published in March 2009 and shares some insight on becoming a Microsoft Beta tester.

Are you analytical and enjoy testing out the latest and . . .

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Windows Small Business Server 7 Public Preview Released

Today Microsoft announced the availability of the Windows Small Business Server 7 (SBS7) public preview for immediate download.  Previously the Small Business Server beta was closed although you could have signed up to join the program.

Built on Windows Server® 2008 R2, this exciting new edition of  the all-in-one solution server for . . .

Read More: Windows Small Business Server 7 Public Preview Released

Small Business Server 7 and Aurora Beta Available

Would you like to beta test Microsoft’s latest additions to the their small business server software ?

Well here is your chance to try out these two systems:

Windows Small Business Server Code Name “Aurora” Designed for people who never thought they could use a server.  Easy to set up and use. . . .

Read More: Small Business Server 7 and Aurora Beta Available

Microsoft Security Essentials 2.0 Public Beta Available

Microsoft Security Essentials (MSE) is the free download offered by Microsoft that provides effective protection against virus and malware threats to your computer.  I have been running it on all the computers at my house since it was offered in its first beta and it has been solid across the board.  It . . .

Read More: Microsoft Security Essentials 2.0 Public Beta Available

Windows Home Server Vail Public Preview Available Now

I have always been a huge fan of Windows Home Server (WHS) and have used it here at my house for two years to back up all my PC’s and store our files in one central location. Well now it is time to step to the next major version of WHS . . .

Read More: Windows Home Server Vail Public Preview Available Now