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Getting Ready for Windows 7

Windows 7 launches this month, giving partners -- and Microsoft -- a subtle chance at a revenue boost. Partner-readiness resources abound.

Microsoft Puts Services Ready on a Roadmap

The aim is to provide partners with transparency, predictability and consistency.

Azaleos Rolls out Hybrid Exchange E-Mail Services

Company's approach combines Microsoft BPOS and monitored on-premise Exchange.

Partners Helping Partners Reach Customers

The Washington, D.C., chapter of the International Association of Microsoft Certified Partners (IAMCP) ran an interesting experiment a few weeks ago.

Microsoft's New Deal

An overhaul of the Microsoft Partner Program is set to be unveiled at the Worldwide Partner Conference this month. The details are murky but "everything is on the table," including the program name--now the "Microsoft Partner Network."

Windows 7 on Track for Q3 to early Q4 RTM

Operating Systems: Release Candidate arrives in plenty of time for the new OS to be generally available in Fall 2009.

Should You Get Services-Ready?

Microsoft rolls consulting know-how into offerings that managed partners can take to upper midmarket and enterprise customers.

Finding a Virtual Solution in Its Own Backyard

Web hosting specialist and Microsoft shop MaximumASP went looking for a virtualization solution. After evaluating the field, the Gold Certified Partner ended up sticking with Microsoft for a new virtual hosting business.

Small Business: Microsoft Redefines 'Entry Level' for Windows Server

Redmond releases OEM-only version called Windows Server 2008 Foundation for customers with fewer than 15 users.

Piecing Together Your Virtualization Model

Rapid growth in virtual technology means partners with the right business plan can reap serious profits.

How Will Barack Obama Change the Channel?

Barack Obama is set to become the 44th president of the United States. How should partners position themselves for the new administration's IT spending priorities?

Essential Business Server: Best Practices in a Box

While many partners eagerly await the debut of the solution formerly known as "Centro," some grumble that Microsoft's midmarket server bundle leaves them with too few third-party options.