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Using the Cloud to Track Santa in the Skies
Windy City Chooses Microsoft Cloud
Jan. 3, 2013
Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel announces Microsoft-based, citywide cloud strategy that will save US$1.3 million.
Highlights
Using the Cloud to Track Santa in the Skies
Using the Cloud to Track Santa in the Skies
Dec. 19
NORAD and Microsoft team up to help children all over the world follow Santa’s journey.
EPA Anticipates US$12 Million in Savings With the Cloud
EPA Anticipates US$12 Million in Savings With the Cloud
Oct. 31
Federal agency’s move to the cloud will reduce costs, promote productivity and protect the environment.
NYPD, Microsoft Solution Counters Terrorism
NYPD, Microsoft Solution Counters Terrorism
Aug. 8
Solution that helps NYPD respond to potential terrorist threats will become available to other law enforcement agencies.
Microsoft Launches Office 365 for Education
Microsoft Launches Office 365 for Education
June 27
Available now and free for educators, students and school administrators.
2012 Government Leaders Forum Americas
2012 Government Leaders Forum Americas
June 1
Microsoft commits to creating impactful opportunities for youth and women in Latin America and the Caribbean.
4.5 Million Catholic Students to Use Office 365
4.5 Million Catholic Students to Use Office 365
May 24
Alliance with Catholic International Education Office has potential to scale to 43 million students worldwide.
Signing Photos
Microsoft in Education, 2012
Microsoft in Education, 2012
With a multitude of amazing devices and some powerful predictions for the year’s trends in education technology, Microsoft is ready for the year.
Celebrating International Mother Language Day
Celebrating International Mother Language Day
In recognition of International Mother Language Day, Microsoft Corp., a strong supporter of language preservation, today highlighted the company's Local Language Program (LLP), which enables the development of custom language translation.
Microsoft Partners in Learning Network
Microsoft Partners in Learning Network
Microsoft just re-launched the Partners in Learning Network, an online community and pool of resources for educators and school leaders. Read this blog post to learn more about the updates and the Network.

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