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Get Recognized for Your Groundbreaking Solutions

Have you delivered a standout solution based on Microsoft technologies? Submit your nominations for the 2010 Worldwide Partner Conference (WPC 2010) Awards, to be held in Washington, D.C., July 11-15. Get started today: the WPC 2010 Awards submission period ends April 2.

Winners will be announced in mid-June. If you win an award-or place as a finalist-you'll receive a variety of benefits designed to recognize your expertise and achievement, and to help you promote your business.

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Infinite Possibilities: Nominate your solution before April 2
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Learn how to attract small- and medium-business (SMB) customers or enterprise-business customers, address and overcome objections, and make the sale.
Windows XP Mode: Deployment for SMB Customers
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Learn What's New with VLSC
New on-demand webcast topics include Microsoft Volume Licensing Service Center (VLSC) registration and site navigation, how to request or acquire site permissions, self-service tools, and how to find the appropriate support if you experience issues.
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WPC 2010 Awards
Microsoft Action Pack Subscription
Learn What's New with VLSC

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