At TechED this week we announced Windows Embedded Standard 2009, our Windows-compatible, componentized embedded OS, the successor to Windows XP Embedded. This release is focused on connected, service-oriented devices, helping device makers build the devices faster and with more capabilities. A few key facts:

1. Built on the trusted, secure Windows XP kernel – now with SP3.
2. Additional embedded features (write filters, custom shell, etc.).
3. 12000+ components to choose from for customized OS images.
4. New functionality: NETFx 3.5, Silverlight, IE7, WMP 11, RDP 6.1.
5. 10 years of professional support, starting at RTM in September 2008.
6. Smooth upgrade path from XP Embedded.
7. Toolkit Replacement Program: Buy the XP Embedded toolset (Windows Embedded Studio) today, get the WES 2009 toolkit for free when it RTMs.

More information at http://www.microsoft.com/windows/embedded/products/westandard/default.mspx.