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Download the Windows Server 2012 Release Candidate Try the release candidate of Windows Server 2012, a scalable, dynamic, multitenant-aware, and cloud-optimized infrastructure. Download the Windows 8 Release Preview Explore the new and improved features in Windows 8 for IT professionals, such as Windows to Go and Client Hyper-V. Take the Quick TechNet Flash Subscriber Survey Help us make this newsletter more useful and aid in your success with Microsoft technologies. This anonymous questionnaire requires no personal information and adheres to Microsoft's privacy policies. Your Featured Content What's New in Windows Server 2012 Find out what's new and changed in Windows Server 2012. This content focuses on changes that will potentially have the greatest impact on your use of this release. MVA Course: Windows Sever 2012 First Look This course builds on the original Windows Server "8" First Look course with the addition of 4 new modules designed to go into more detail on the core Windows Server 2012 platform capabilities. Spark a Student's Career with DreamSpark This summer, 20 Years|20 Ways invites you to spark a student's imagination - and help them build their IT skills and careers. DreamSpark puts powerful tools in the hands of students at any accredited institution worldwide, helping them learn to develop apps, games, tools, and designs, all at no cost. Cloud Fundamentals Video: Cloud Security Standards In this video Tim Mather provides his perspective on the topic that is top of mind for many people: industry collaboration on cloud security standards.   Server Roles and Technologies in Windows Server 2012 This collection contains information on how to design, deploy, manage, and troubleshoot technologies in Windows Server 2012. Watch the TechEd Keynotes and Other Sessions Live Starting June 11, 2012 Can't make it to Orlando? Get a taste of TechEd from wherever you are. Register today for the live streaming of the TechEd North America keynotes, select technical sessions, and more. New E-Book: Microsoft Solutions for Private, Public, and Hybrid Clouds Read Chapter 1 for information on why cloud computing is the most efficient and cost-effective way to deliver computing resources to users according to your business needs. TechNet Radio: Using Windows Azure to Build Scalable Applications Tune in as Abel Cruz, Microsoft IT Principal Program Manager, and Cleve Littlefield, Microsoft IT Principal Architect, discuss how Microsoft uses Windows Azure to keep its partners connected through the Partner Velocity Platform.

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