The Windows Security Essentials beta is now available for download on a new Microsoft site dedicated to Security Essentials. Windows Security Essentials will replace Windows Live OneCare. The new software package will provide a basic level of antimalware...

As you already know, the big news this week was the announcement of the date for general availability (GA) of Windows from the Windows 7 Team Blog , posted by: Brandon LeBlanc (Jun 02, 2009) – "This is one of those posts where I’m truly excited to...

According to news reports today, Windows 7 is slated for debut on October 22, as noted in the lead story from Ina Fried at CNET News, Windows 7 to launch October 22 … "Microsoft confirmed on Tuesday that it is planning for Windows 7 to hit retail...

Thanks to Lourdes, with a note of the Optional Fix-it that is now available for Daylight Saving Time changes in Bangladesh this year. As reported in the Bangladesh Government’s Gazette, Bangladesh has announced the introduction of Daylight Saving Time...

A quick post during a break in the day, as I've been executing a clean install on my PC with Windows 7 Release Candidate OS, and that means transferring my settings and files.  Windows Easy Transfer simplifies the process. As noted here on the Engineering...

New from Brandon over at the Windows team blog on the Windows 7 upgrade program . Windows 7 is coming on October 22, 2009. For customers in certain markets, here's an easy way to get it fast and save a bundle: Pre-order a Windows 7 Home Premium Upgrade...

A quick note, as I have been way too busy prepping for a slew of work this month… New on Microsoft.com: a new site dedicated to Windows Home Server for small businesses, " to organize and safeguard your work for up to 10 computers."   Windows...

As I noted on Twitter yesterday the various news reports regarding Windows 7, it's now official: Windows 7 is on the way, with Oct. 22 officially announced as the release date, as noted on Microsoft Presspass today. June 2, 2009: At Computex 2009 in Taipei...

Of interest, a new post on the Microsoft On The Issues blog from Dave Heiner, on Working to Fulfill our Legal Obligations in Europe for Windows 7 ... "Earlier today CNET reported that Microsoft had sent a memo to computer manufacturers and retailers...

New on the Springboard Series Blog , highlights from the latest Virtual Roundtable on Application Compatibility for Windows 7. I'm looking forward to having the full programme posted online.           Video...

Have you seen the http://www.readyset7.com/ site for hardware and software manufacturers preparations for WIndows 7? It's a comprehensive site for ISV and IHV developers to help in the effort to ensure compatibility with Windows 7. Partners can get more...

Of interest is the upcoming June Chat with the Internet Explorer team this Thursday, as Allison from the product team notes here … Join members of the Internet Explorer team for an Expert Zone chat this Thursday, June 18 th at 10.00 PST/17.00 UTC. These...