TechNet Beta Central

Welcome to Beta Central, the IT Professional's source for Microsoft Public Beta software. By registering for a beta evaluation, you will receive regular evaluation updates within the TechNet Flash as well as free access to product specific resources such as Web forums, blogs, webcasts, eLearning, and Virtual Labs to help guide you through the evaluation period.

Please review the following 4 steps to a better software evaluation:

Step 1: Register for the free public beta experience.
Step 2: Download, install, and begin evaluating the public beta software.
Step 3: Check your inbox for strategic resources delivered throughout your guided evaluation experience.
Step 4: If you would like to extend your evaluation, consider a TechNet Plus subscription.

Featured Beta Software

	Windows Essential Business Server 2008 Windows Essential Business Server 2008 is an integrated and affordable solution that offers the Microsoft software midsize businesses require - preconfigured, integrated and manageable from a single administrative console, and at a significant discount compared to standalone products. Register to download your free copy of the Windows Essential Business Server public preview today! Purchase TechNet Plus to evaluate all Microsoft full version software without time limits.
	Windows Small Business Server 2008 Designed for small businesses, Windows Small Business Server 2008 is an affordable, integrated server solution that helps you protect your business data, increase productivity and present a more professional image to customers - giving you the tools you need to help grow your business capacity. Register to download your free copy of the Windows Smalll Business Server public preview today! Purchase TechNet Plus to evaluate all Microsoft full version software without time limits.
	Microsoft Forefront codename "Stirling" Microsoft Forefront codename "Stirling" is an integrated security system that delivers comprehensive, coordinated protection across endpoints, server applications and the network edge, providing simplified management and critical visibility that makes security easier to manage and control. Register for your free copy of Forefront codename "Stirling" today! Purchase TechNet Plus to evaluate all Microsoft full version software without time limits.
	Microsoft Forefront Security for Office Communications Server Microsoft Forefront Security for Office Communications Server provides fast and effective protection against IM-based malware by including multiple scanning engines from industry-leading security partners and helps reduce corporate liability by blocking IM messages containing inappropriate content. Register to download your free copy today! Purchase TechNet Plus to evaluate all Microsoft full version software without time limit.

Additional Evaluation Software

• SQL Server 2008 – SQL Server 2008 is a secure, reliable and scalable platform for your business critical applications that reduces the time and cost of managing any type of data.

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• Windows Server 2008 – Windows Server 2008 can help provide a robust, secure, and reliable foundation on which to develop, deliver, and manage rich user experiences and applications.

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• Microsoft Office Communications Server 2007 – Streamlined communications for your company

  The public Beta program is now closed.
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• Microsoft Forefront Client Security – Virus and spyware protection for businesses

  The public Beta program is now closed.
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