System Center Essentials just got better and faster: The new improvements include up to 70% less memory consumption, faster console, support for workgroup joined computers, SNMP v1 devices, improved setup, new update approvals rules, enhanced third-party update experience, and support for Windows Server 2008. Download the trial or update your existing Essentials server. For more information on what’s included, visit the SP1 Resource Page.

System Center Essentials 2007 is a new management solution specifically designed for IT professionals working in midsize businesses who often face IT challenges similar to those of larger enterprises-troubleshooting user problems, automating management tasks, managing multiple systems, and diagnosing and resolving IT problems.

Read Ovum's white paper on how IT management integration is driving mid-market business value. By using Essentials 2007, Ovum concludes, that a typical mid-sized IT group can realize as much as a 35% overall productivity improvement in IT staff activity.

Find community and support resources to help you get the most out of Essentials 2007, use the managed forums, visit the product blogs or the KB articles.

Microsoft System Center Essentials 2007 has been named Best Of Tech•Ed 2007 winner by Windows IT Pro, SQL Server Magazine and Office & Sharepoint Pro.com.