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Windows Server 2008 a Step Closer

This week, nearly finished code for Windows Server 2008 -- or a release candidate, in Microsoft parlance -- is due to ship. While not a certainty, this makes it a strong possibility that the new server software will actually be available early next year.

Just as important, points out Redmondmag.com news hound Keith Ward, the first service pack for Vista is expected very, very soon.

Posted by Doug Barney on September 24, 2007


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