Microsoft Releases Lync Server 2010 for Unified Communications
Microsoft announced the release of Microsoft Lync Server 2010, the newest version of Microsoft's unified communications software formerly called Office Communications Server, Live Communications Server, and Microsoft Communicator. In addition to centralizing the management of Instant Messaging and Presence, the Lync platform allows local, remote and mobile computers or smartphones to escalate a simple interaction between users to include IM, Presence, video and audio conferencing, as well as sharing of images, files, applications, and desktops. Lync Server 2010 also combines IM and Presence with advanced voice management and conferencing features to allow companies to enhance or replace core communications solutions including PBX and video conferencing systems, which can dramatically accelerate return on investment in Lync technology.
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Microsoft Releases DPM 2010 Backup and Recovery Solution
Microsoft has released System Center Data Protection Manager 2010 (DPM 2010), a comprehensive backup-and-recovery platform designed specifically for Windows file and application servers. DPM 2010 allows ongoing, transparent backup of physical and virtual computers to local or remote disks and tape, and enables fast, easy recovery of entire servers or individual files. DPM's disk support lets you preserve your critical business information without interrupting network operations, while DPM's tape support keeps long-term archiving costs low and simplifies compliance with data retention mandates.
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BlackBerry Releases BlackBerry Enterprise Server Express - For FREE!
BlackBerry recently introduced BlackBerry Enterprise Server Express (BESX), offering FREE server software and Client Access Licenses (CALs) while providing the core mobility, security, and manageability features of BlackBerry Enterprise Server including wireless sync and remote access to files and applications. But the cost savings don't stop at free server software and CALs. You now have the option to choose BlackBerry Internet Service (BIS) rather than the Enterprise Server carrier plan, saving you $10-$20 a month for each of your BlackBerry users!
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Microsoft Releases Exchange 2010
Microsoft announced the availability of Microsoft Exchange 2010. With an innovative structure that improves uptime, solidifies protection, slashes installation expenses, and streamlines management, Microsoft Exchange 2010 joins Microsoft Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 as part of the next generation of technologies built to bolster business productivity.
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Microsoft Ships Latest Release of Communications Server 2007
Microsoft announced the newest edition of Microsoft Office Communications Server 2007, Microsoft's platform for streamlining presence, instant messaging, teleconferencing, and software-based VoIP. The most recent edition of Microsoft Communications Server 2007 features improvements that offer IT organizations additional versatility for maintaining their communications infrastructure effectively while representing an expandable platform for communications-enabled business activity.
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Cisco Introduces New Network Products for Small Companies
Cisco introduced innovative solutions targeted especially for small business IT networks and engineered to deliver high levels of protection and collaboration for an affordable cost. Products announced by Cisco included the Cisco Spam and Virus Blocker, the Cisco Small Business series NSS2000 and NSS3000 Network Storage Systems, and the latest release of the Cisco Smart Business Communications System.
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Microsoft's Chief Executive Announces Windows 7 Beta
During a presentation at the 2009 CES Show in Las Vegas, Microsoft Corp. CEO Steve Ballmer announced the beta release of the Windows 7 OS. The new incarnation of Windows was available temporarily for downloading at several Microsoft sites. In the course of the address, CEO Balmer demonstrated innovative capabilities and important enhancements built into Windows and inspired by market feedback. Areas addressed by
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Microsoft Unveils Latest Version of Windows SBS
Microsoft began shipping the newest edition of Small Business Server (SBS 2008) and Windows Essential Business Server (EBS 2008). These solutions offer the capabilities of Windows high-end server technologies to smaller companies in an cost-effective package. Intended for businesses with as many as 75 PCs, Microsoft Small Business Server is a cohesive server solution created to help companies keep their data safer and make their network more productive. Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2008 provides many of the technologies used by major enterprises, including Microsoft Windows Server 2008, Microsoft Exchange Server 2007, and SQL Server 2008, as well as other popular Microsoft products.
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Microsoft Delivers Latest Release of MS Dynamics NAV Package
Microsoft made available the most recent release of the Microsoft Dynamics NAV package for Enterprise Resource Planning. MS Dynamics NAV offers integrated accounting, supply chain management, and customer relationship management capabilities to allow you to simplify processes across your business to increase productivity and throughput and promote success. The most recent release of Microsoft Dynamics NAV ERP offers several innovations such as specialized Role Centers, enhanced analytics and reporting options, and .NET Web Services.
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