Evaluate Microsoft Forefront Identity Manager 2010 RC0 today

Forefront Identity Manager 2010 RC0, formerly known as Identity Lifecycle Manager "2" delivers an integrated identity management solution with powerful self-service capabilities for Office end-users, rich administrative tools and enhanced automation for IT professionals and .NET and WS-* based extensibility for developers.  FIM 2010 RC0 provides organizations with unique workflow driven solutions to manage user accounts, passwords, groups and distribution lists as well as certificate-based credentials such as smart cards, using identity-based policies that can span across Windows and heterogeneous environments. And when you download the latest beta software, you're automatically registered to access valuable beta resources assembled in one convenient location.

Microsoft Forefront Identity Manager 2010 is the official name for Microsoft Identity Lifecycle Manager "2". This was announced as part of Microsoft's strategy for Business Ready Security. You will continue to see the ILM "2" name for some time including in the software and VHD available below.

Please review the FIM 2010 RC0 system requirements before you proceed. Actual requirements and product functionality may vary based on your system configuration.