Latest release is designed to get feedback via Windows Update.
Secret project appears to involve hosted Office-like applications aimed at the consumer market.
Some PCs using Intel chips can't be upgraded , and PCs using some Symantec solutions will have to wait for a fix.
Event drew experts to speak on Hadoop, a Java-based framework for running data-intensive applications on computer clusters.
The company partnered with Sourcesense to broaden the use of Office 2007 file formats by Java applications.
The new tool supports imaging for IT desktop deployments and updates Microsoft's Business Desktop Deployment solution.
Web site claims scoop on release-to-manufacturing date.
Update resolves an Excel calculation error.
Redmond's latest addition will add rootkit security technology to Microsoft solutions.
The keynote address announcing Microsoft's latest customer relationship management product focused on automating processes for sales personnel.
Lightweight preinstalled solution will give customers the ability to try out virtualization.
The company is poised for "accelerated financial growth," CEO says.
A Microsoft exec talked about enabling Eclipse tools with Windows Presentation Foundation technology in order to support Java developer needs.
The update is expected to improve the OS' reliability and application compatibility.
Effort will be focused on making parallel computing accessible to mainstream developers.
The strategic alliance involves a solutions integration agreement, based on the Microsoft Office Communications Server 2007 platform.
Multiple sources predict imminent release.
Microsoft offers a workaround, but a fix will take a little more time.
Developers will be able to write or choose components across tiers and platforms.
Microsoft's latest Web browser beta includes new development tools and AJAX enhancements, plus features for users.