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Welcome. As a Technical Fellow in the Platform and Services Division, I have a lot of experience with Windows operating system internals and architecture. I know your pains well. That is why I’m happy to present this collection of resources, tools, and monthly straight-talk articles designed to address your questions and offer upfront guidance based on early adopter and community feedback.
Mark Russinovich,
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Many have heard the mantra "wait for SP1" when it comes to deploying new software. This month's spotlight, "Still on the Fence with Windows Vista?" discusses why now may be a good time to take another look at Windows Vista (if you haven’t already) and what the adoption process has to offer.

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Windows XP is good enough. Why should I care?	How do I learn what's in it for me and if it's worth the effort?	Will it work in our environment; how do I prepare?	What best practices can we get to minimize our risk?
How (and why) to get going on Windows Vista adoption The challenges and benefits of Windows Vista for you as an IT pro.	Five Ways Deploying Windows Vista Just Got Easier How Microsoft Deployment simplifies time-consuming deployment tasks. Common questions answered Answers to key adoption questions.	Five Windows Vista adoption 'Gotchas' Learn from organizations that have already adopted Windows Vista. Overview Series: How to Pilot Windows Vista What's the best way to get started?	Methodology and Tools (Microsoft Deployment) Imaging and deployment tools, guidance, and 1,300+ pages of support 400 level

Try Windows Vista Test drive via virtual labs/videos Evaluate on your PC for 30 days	Virtual Hands-On Labs Try management and security features. Set of 30 and 90 minutes labs. 100-200 level	Key Lab Test tools Microsoft Deployment (formerly BDD) User profile migration Application compatibility (32 bit) Hardware assessment (32 bit)	Desktop Deployment Planning Services Training, design, and proof of concept consulting; free for Software Assurance customers.

The Evidence on Windows Vista Read the experiences of those who are deploying today.	PC administration Advanced Group Policy Management Step-by -step guide	Should we wait for SP1? Overview of Windows Vista Service Pack 1 Release Candidate	Application Compatibility Triage Assess barriers and solutions. 300 level

What's Cool in Windows Vista? Set of introductory Webcasts. Also discover the Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack (MDOP).	How Has Deployment Changed? Watch “Everything You Need to Know About Windows Vista Deployment in 90 Minutes”	Why Use Microsoft Deployment? 13 minute demo Informational Material	Join the deployment community TechNet forum (monitored) Third-party forum Deployment Guys blog Michael Niehaus deployment blog
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