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Dynamics GP 2010 Beta Released

Microsoft released a beta test version of Dynamics GP 2010 late last week.

Microsoft Reduces Bing Data Retention Times

Microsoft on Monday announced moves to reduce data retention times for Bing Internet search queries.

Microsoft Puts Windows Phone on MIX Agenda

Microsoft has tacitly acknowledged that it will have something to say after all about its next-generation mobile platform, including a possible Windows Phone in March.

Ready-to-Go Campaign Released for SharePoint 2010

Materials focus on partners serving customers with 250 seats or more.

Microsoft Beefs Up Interoperability Commitments

Critics call the steps insufficient on the patent side.

Microsoft Disputes IBM's Claims in Panasonic Deal

IBM's hosted e-mail agreement with Panasonic, announced on Thursday, drew swift ire from Microsoft.

IBM Previews Social Networking for Lotus Notes

IBM expanded its vision for bringing social networking to the enterprise with a preview of new technology at Lotusphere 2010.

SQL Server 2008 R2 To Ship in May

Microsoft on Tuesday said SQL Server 2008 R2, the next version of its database, will be generally available in May.

Microsoft Advises Upgrading IE 6 To Avoid Bug

Microsoft provided more advice about a zero-day Internet Explorer vulnerability exploited by hackers last week.

Microsoft Updates MPN Competencies

New "Medium Business Solution Provider" to replace Networking Infrastructure Solutions, and is an outgrowth of the Small Business Specialist Community.

Word Interrupted

After appeals court upholds ruling, Microsoft updates Office app to remove patent-infringing technology.

Opalis Buy Plugs Hole for Microsoft System Center

Analysts say Canadian data center automation vendor's code helps Redmond catch up to competitors.

Microsoft Offers Windows, Office Discounts

Offer in effect until June 30, good for upgrades of two prior versions of software.

N-able Attempts Own Stimulus Program

Canadian RMM vendor hopes to seed SMB market with new "freemium" approach.

Zero-Day IE Bug Exploited for Google Attack

Microsoft continues to investigate the first zero-day exploit of 2010 surrounding Internet Explorer.

Google, Microsoft Diverge on China Censorship

Microsoft plans to continue to operate its search service in China, despite Google's recent suggestions that it might exit that market.

Microsoft, Google Debate Cloud Future

At the inaugural meeting of the New York Technology Council, representatives from Google and Microsoft debated their views on how data will be stored and shared in the future.

Panasonic Drops Exchange, Opts for IBM LotusLive

Panasonic has selected IBM to provide hosted e-mail and collaboration services for its global workforce.

Veghte Quitting Windows VP Position

Bill Veghte is stepping down as senior vice president for Windows Business.

Microsoft Adds Rental Option for Office, Windows

Microsoft changed its licensing for businesses that rent out PCs by announcing an extra, one-time fee for Office and Windows.