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Expressing Brand Passion With Windows 7

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:00:00 GMT

Windows Theme Experience and Windows Personalization Gallery create new opportunities for brands’ interaction with consumers.

Jean Philippe Courtois joins call for Europe to lead in innovation

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 12:00:00 GMT

November 12, 2009

Bing Maps Platform update

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 11:00:00 GMT

The introduction of the Silverlight Map Control (previously released in Community Technology Preview) means it’s easier than ever to build and deploy road, aerial and hybrid map views in the .NET framework. This makes the perfect complement to existing AJAX and Bing Maps Web Service APIs because it allows more technology choices. Now enterprises and developers can deliver high performance imagery complete with DeepZoom and multi-media support.

Microsoft Tech·Ed Europe 2009 VPR

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:00:00 GMT

9-13 November in Berlin. Welcome to the Microsoft Tech·Ed global virtual pressroom where you will find videos, keynote streams, blogs, tweets and press materials to help you better understand the news being released through the show. This site will hold all press materials so, we recommend that you check back regularly for the latest information and updates throughout Tech·Ed Europe 2009 (Nov 9 – 13), and watch for updates about Tech·Ed events taking place throughout the year.

Microsoft Report Reveals Resurgence of Worms; Rogue Security Software Still Top Threat

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 14:00:00 GMT

The latest Security Intelligence Report also highlights success with customer disinfection rates and software update diligence.

The Next Generation of Customer Support

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 13:00:00 GMT

Microsoft has put a broad range of support capabilities and resources for Windows 7 customers in place for an end-to-end approach to customer service and support. Learn more about built-in, self-healing support tools, automated and scripted solutions and new customer support available for Windows 7 consumers, including help through social media to give customers the support they need when, how and where they need it.

Convergence 2009 Europe Virtual Press Room

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 11:00:00 GMT

During Convergence 2009 Europe, Microsoft Dynamics customers and partners will gather in London (27 Oct), Vienna (29 Oct), Frankfurt (3 Nov) and Rotterdam (5 Nov), to gain a deeper understanding of the Dynamic Business vision and the competitive advantage of Microsoft Dynamics products in an unprecedented economic climate. (Content Updated – October 28, 2009)

Microsoft Reveals the Power of Dynamic Business at Convergence 2009 Europe

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Customers use Microsoft Dynamics ERP and CRM to capitalize on trends, market shifts

Atrion International and Microsoft Help Businesses Achieve Corporate Green

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Atrion International announced that it is working together with Microsoft to help businesses design and distribute greener and safer products

Renewal of the Research Partnership Between Microsoft and the French National Institute for Research in Computer Science and Control (INRIA)

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 10:00:00 GMT

Paris, October 6, 2009 – After three years of a successful scientific collaboration with outstanding results, Microsoft and INRIA (Institut National de Recherche en Informatique et en Automatique) are confirming their partnership. With the presence of the Education and Research Minister, Mrs Valérie Pécresse, and Microsoft CEO, Steve Ballmer, Michel Cosnard, CEO of INRIA, and Andrew Herbert, Managing Director of Microsoft Research, Cambridge, signed a new agreement renewing the Joint Research Centre activity for four years.

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Expressing Brand Passion With Windows 7

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:00:00 GMT

Windows Theme Experience and Windows Personalization Gallery create new opportunities for brands’ interaction with consumers.

Jean Philippe Courtois joins call for Europe to lead in innovation

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 12:00:00 GMT

November 12, 2009

Bing Maps Platform update

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 11:00:00 GMT

The introduction of the Silverlight Map Control (previously released in Community Technology Preview) means it’s easier than ever to build and deploy road, aerial and hybrid map views in the .NET framework. This makes the perfect complement to existing AJAX and Bing Maps Web Service APIs because it allows more technology choices. Now enterprises and developers can deliver high performance imagery complete with DeepZoom and multi-media support.

Microsoft Report Reveals Resurgence of Worms; Rogue Security Software Still Top Threat

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 14:00:00 GMT

The latest Security Intelligence Report also highlights success with customer disinfection rates and software update diligence.

The Next Generation of Customer Support

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 13:00:00 GMT

Microsoft has put a broad range of support capabilities and resources for Windows 7 customers in place for an end-to-end approach to customer service and support. Learn more about built-in, self-healing support tools, automated and scripted solutions and new customer support available for Windows 7 consumers, including help through social media to give customers the support they need when, how and where they need it.

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Feature Stories
FC Barcelona Scores with Tour of Microsoft

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 15:00:00 GMT

The world-famous soccer club visited Redmond campus this week, touring the Home of the Future and experiencing technologies such as Surface and Xbox Project Natal firsthand.

FUTURES Magazine

Mon, 19 Jan 2009 13:00:00 GMT

FUTURES is a bi-annual magazine about cutting-edge technology research and innovation undertaken by Microsoft and its partners in Europe.

Transforming Education To Give Every Child A Quality 21st Century Education

Tue, 14 Jan 2009 13:00:00 GMT

Q&A: L. Michael Golden, corporate vice president of the Microsoft Education Products Group, maps out Microsoft’s vision for education and explains how technology can be the catalyst for opening up universal access to high-quality, relevant education.

NATO Communication Information Systems Services Agency, Microsoft and the Ministry of Defence of Portugal Host 2008 Defence Leaders Forum

Mon, 10 Dec 2008 12:00:00 GMT

Event brings together more than 250 defence leaders from around the world to discuss technology benefits for peacekeeping, disaster response and public safety.

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Virtual Press Rooms
Central and Eastern Europe VPR updated with new content

17 July 2009

Central and Eastern Europe enjoys some of the highest growth rates in the world, but the global economy is changing fast and the region must evolve to remain competitive. Microsoft is committed to bringing the benefits of the knowledge economy to Central and Eastern Europe, working to help governments, enterprises and individuals realise their potential. (Content Updated – July 17, 2009).

Microsoft Tech·Ed Europe 2009 VPR

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:00:00 GMT

9-13 November in Berlin. Welcome to the Microsoft Tech·Ed global virtual pressroom where you will find videos, keynote streams, blogs, tweets and press materials to help you better understand the news being released through the show. This site will hold all press materials so, we recommend that you check back regularly for the latest information and updates throughout Tech·Ed Europe 2009 (Nov 9 – 13), and watch for updates about Tech·Ed events taking place throughout the year.

Convergence 2009 Europe Virtual Press Room

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 11:00:00 GMT

During Convergence 2009 Europe, Microsoft Dynamics customers and partners will gather in London (27 Oct), Vienna (29 Oct), Frankfurt (3 Nov) and Rotterdam (5 Nov), to gain a deeper understanding of the Dynamic Business vision and the competitive advantage of Microsoft Dynamics products in an unprecedented economic climate. (Content Updated – October 28, 2009)

Windows 7 Launch Virtual Presskit - October 22, 2009

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Microsoft locations worldwide begin to celebrate the general availability of Windows 7. Find here the live launch event in New York City, and see the latest launch photos, videos and articles.

Microsoft & Monte Vibiano, Virtualisation and its role in a 360° Green IT vision Virtual Press Room

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 10:00:00 GMT

Deep in the Italian countryside, a wine and olive oil producer is taking an innovative approach to becoming a leaner and greener business. Monte Vibiano – an award winning winery based in Umbria, Italy – has a serious vision, to become the world’s first carbon neutral farm. Central to this vision is the company’s 360° green initiative, which is transforming how the business operates from the vine to the data centre. IT has played a key role in the modernization of the business, Monte Vibiano is virtualising its servers and introducing other innovative technologies to achieve its vision. (Content Updated – July 31, 2009).

Microsoft Best Workplace in Europe Virtual Press Room

Fri, 22 May 2009 08:00:00 GMT

During the recent visit to Poland Steve Ballmer gave an interview to Onet.pl, visited by 10m unique users monthly is the Poland’s largest and oldest internet portal. He spoke about new technologies on the horizon and presented the vision of software by Microsoft.

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