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Service Pack 2 for Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008 is now available
Today we are proud to announce the launch of Service Pack 2 for Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008. Service Pack 2 (SP2) represents the latest step in Microsoft’s commitment to continuous improvement. It includes all of the updates that have been delivered since SP1, as well as support for ...
Windows 7 Release Candidate Customer Preview Program
microsoft.com — You don't need to rush to get the RC. The RC will be available at least through July 2009 and we're not limiting the number of product keys, so you have plenty of time. Watch the calendar. The RC will expire on June 1, 2010 . Starting on March 1, 2010 ... (more) Windows 7 Release Candidate Customer Preview Program
Windows Vista SP2 RTM + Windows Vista SP1 Blocker Tool Removed
windowsteamblog.com — Today we are announcing the Release to Manufacturing (RTM) of Service Pack 2 (SP2) for Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008. SP2 represents the latest step in Microsoft’s commitment to continuous improvement. It includes all updates that have been ... (more) Windows Vista SP2 RTM + Windows Vista SP1 Blocker Tool ...
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SP2 for Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008 Released
D' Technology Weblog — ... Microsoft released the Service Pack 2 for Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008. Service Pack 2 (SP2) represents the latest step in Microsoft’s commitment to continuous improvement. It includes all of the updates that have been delivered since SP1, as well as support for new types of hardware and emerging hardware standards. And since it comes with a single installer for both Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008, SP2 will be easy for IT Pros to manage, deploy, and support. ...

Microsoft finishes Vista SP2
All about Microsoft — ... (via a posting to the Windows Vista Team Blog). It’s tough to say exactly when SP2 will be available for sanctioned download. Originally it was expected by the end of April (which still could happen if Microsoft posts the code to one of its download sites by tomorrow). But it also could slip into early May. All Microsoft is saying is it will start pushing the final Vista SP2 bits to customers via Automatic Update over the next few months . Customers who aren’t ready for it can use ...

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