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What can we expect from Microsoft in 2006
Just like last year I made a list of what released we can expect from Microsoft in 2006. Last year's list turned out to be pretty accurate, the only things wrong weren't my mistake but delays or change of plans.
If you thing someting is missing or wrong please let me know through a comment or sending an email to news at bink nu. This list is based on facts, assumptions and wild guesses. it will be updated by your feedback! Read on at Bink
If you thing someting is missing or wrong please let me know through a comment or sending an email to news at bink nu. This list is based on facts, assumptions and wild guesses. it will be updated by your feedback! Read on at Bink
Windows Vista 5270 Tweak Pack
Windows Vista 5270 Service Pack 1 is a pack that fixes compatiblity issues with Aero Glass on non LDDM drivers.
FlexBeta
FlexBeta
DirectX End-User Runtime (December 2005)
The December 2005 Microsoft DirectX® End-User Runtime provides updates to 9.0c and previous versions of DirectX ? the core Windows® technology that drives high-speed multimedia and games on the PC.
Windows Vista 5270 (December CTP) Uxtheme Patched
This patched Uxtheme is for the build of Vista dubbed 'December CTP' that was released yesterday. As I stated before in other posts, a patched Uxtheme does not enable you to magically port themes over to Vista. The target audience for such patches, at the moment, are theme tool developers, like myself. Due to the way WIMs are composed, I will no longer provide cabinetized/slipstreamable versions of these libraries automatically.
Anti-Tgtsoft
Anti-Tgtsoft
Windows Vista December 2005 CTP (Build 5270) Review
In the first part of my exhaustive Windows Vista December 2005 CTP (Build 5270) review, I examine the improved setup routine, new Start button and Start menu, and improved user interfaces features!
Windows Vista December 2005 CTP (Build 5270) Screenshot Galleries
My first five screenshot galleries of the Windows Vista December 2005 CTP are now available! I'll have more galleries and my complete build 5270 review available tomorrow!
Paul Thurrott Windows SuperSite
Paul Thurrott Windows SuperSite
Inside the Windows Vista Community Technical Preview (CTP)
With anticipation growing for the December CTP release of Windows Vista, I look inside the Vista CTP program and examine how it has changed the development process for Microsoft's next client OS!
Microsoft Office Live Preview
Discover Microsoft's upcoming suite of small business services in my exhaustive preview of Microsoft Office Live!
Paul Thurrott Windows SuperSite
Paul Thurrott Windows SuperSite
MSN Messenger 7.5.0322
MSN Messenger is an instant messaging program that lets you send instant messages to your friends, and much more.
Microsoft RAW Image Thumbnailer and Viewer for Windows XP
The Microsoft RAW Image Thumbnailer and Viewer provides the ability to view, organize, and print photos captured in RAW image formats from supported Canon and Nikon digital cameras.
Media Transfer Protocol Porting Kit
Introduces the new Media Transfer Protocol (MTP), which enables you to manage content on any portable device with storage.
Original Xbox Game Support December 2005 Update
Original Xbox® game support enables your Xbox 360? video game console to play an array of games from your original Xbox video game console. A list of games that are currently backward compatible is available here and we will continue to add support for additional games over time.
Microsoft Student 2006 Review
Microsoft's new Student 2006 productivity program offers a lot to students. Is it worth the money? We did our homework and our review tells it all.
Windows A to Z
Windows A to Z
Update for Outlook 2003 Junk E-mail Filter (KB905648)
This update provides the Junk E-mail Filter in Microsoft Office Outlook 2003 with a more current definition of which e-mail messages should be considered junk e-mail. This update was released in December 2005.
Vulnerability in DirectShow Could Allow Remote Code Execution (904706)
A security issue has been identified that could allow an attacker to remotely compromise your Windows-based system using DirectShow and gain control over it. You can help protect your computer by installing this update from Microsoft. After you install this item, you may have to restart your computer.
Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 'IE7' Preview
We're going to look at the new features which Microsoft plans to bring to the table With Internet Explorer 7, and examine how the underlying functionality of the browser has changed to better protect your computer. Internet Explorer has the distinction of being the browser most targeted by all forms of spyware, malware, and other nasties, so more security is always good news.
Microsoft Security Bulletins for December 2005
This month's Bulletins include security updates affecting Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Internet Explorer.
December 2005 DirectX SDK
We are pleased to announce the availability of the December 2005 DirectX SDK. This SDK release includes numerous additions, including the December 2005 Technology Preview of Direct3D 10. More samples, more tutorials, more features! Also includes a significantly updated beta of the Managed DirectX libraries for .NET 2.0.
Original Xbox Game Support November 2005 *Update*
Original Xbox® game support enables your Xbox 360? video game console to play an array of games from your original Xbox video game console. A list of games that are currently backward compatible is available here and we will continue to add support for additional games over time.