Microsoft Partnering 101


RCP: The First 5 Years

Five years ago this month, we launched our first issue of Redmond Channel Partner magazine. The goal then, as it is now, was to be an independent voice of the Microsoft partner community with a mission of driving partner success.

Cloud Takes Different Shapes for Two Exchange 2010 Deals

These deployments show that not all cloud migrations are a one-way street.

Cloud Visibility: Security Audit Demands for Your Cloud Vendor

The question isn't whether the cloud is secure, but whether your provider can show you what's behind the curtain.

Taking Another Look at the LAR-VAR Balance

An experiment with deal registration for Microsoft partners suggests that the company is looking for alternatives to its current reseller structure. As with many changes, this is fraught with both opportunity and risk.

Changes Afoot at IAMCP

Microsoft partner member organization adjusts name, U.S. chapter lands new engagement model with Microsoft field.

Microsoft Kills Kin Phone

After only two months on the market, Microsoft pulling the plug on its line of social media-friendly phones.

Supreme Court Bilski Ruling Keeps Patent Law Vague

The Supreme Court chose not to weigh in on much debated issues that affect software patents.

Cisco Enters Tablet Market

Cisco Systems is the latest vendor to enter the tablet device market.

Microsoft Releases Network Monitor 3.4

Microsoft on Thursday released Network Monitor 3.4, the latest version of its free network protocol analyzer.

'Identity Ecosystem' To Replace Passwords, Draft Strategy Suggests

Imagine signing on to your computer, logging onto a secure Web site or handling a sensitive document electronically -- all without needing a user name or password.

Microsoft Starts Windows Embedded Update Service

Microsoft initiated a free Windows Embedded update service for device developers, which started on Monday.

Google Deemed 'Most Disruptive' in Mobile Market

Google is set to disrupt the mobile communications industry with its mobile operating system, according to Strategy Analytics.

Twitter and FTC Settle Over Privacy Breaches

Twitter agreed to settle Federal Trade Commission charges that it put consumer privacy at risk.

Rumor: Windows 8 Details Leaked in Slides?

Slides purporting to show Windows 8 features have emerged on the Web.

Microsoft Clamps Down on Certification Requirements for Partners

No more double-dipping. That's what's at stake when the new Microsoft Partner Network certification program kicks in October 1.