Microsoft

A detailed look at the new features in Exchange 2010 SP1, covering installation, client access, transport, permissions, high availability, compliance, unified messaging, and more.

Key prerequisites and observations from installing Exchange 2010 SP1 Beta, including schema extensions, hotfix requirements, and new features.

Configuring Exchange recipient validation to block messages to non-existent recipients, reducing backscatter and improving mail hygiene.

Solving the Exchange problem of forwarding multiple mail-user accounts to a single external address by manipulating proxy addresses via PowerShell.

System Center Essentials 2010 is now downloadable on TechNet, featuring support for 50 servers, built-in VMM 2008 R2, and a redesigned console.

Quest Software’s Notes Migrator for Exchange now supports Exchange 2010, filling the gap left by Microsoft’s unsupported Transporter Suite.

Announcing SQL Server 2008 R2 availability on TechNet, with general availability expected May 6, 2010.

Reflections on passing the 70-669 beta exam covering App-V, MED-V, RDS, SCCM, XP Mode, Virtual PC, VDI, and more.

Announcing the availability of Office 2010 and SharePoint 2010 on TechNet, with GA scheduled for June 15, 2010.

A full-day technical workshop at Microsoft in Reston, VA covering Windows 7 enterprise features, MDOP, App-V, MED-V, and virtualization.