Exploring Windows brings you tips, tricks, downloads, and updates to help you get the most out of Windows. Was this newsletter forwarded to you? Subscribe to Exploring Windows. | | Plan the ultimate summer vacation Ah, summer. The days are long, the sun is bright, and the kids are out of school. Time to think about travel! No matter what your budget or timetable, the tips in this newsletter can help you plan a trip that you and your family will love. And just because you're away, doesn't mean you can't stay in touch. See how to share your trip in real time with the people you love back home. | | A note to our readers | You may have noticed that Exploring Windows is looking a little different these past couple of issues, and you're right! We're working hard to help you discover new ways to use Windows to enhance your everyday life, through helpful articles, tips and tricks, and our community. And to give you even more ideas on how to do that, we've launched an online version of Exploring Windows. Check out the new site!We'd love to hear what you think. Send us feedback on the Exploring Windows site and newsletter. | Tips and tricks for summer travels | With mapping software and sites, you can find addresses quickly online, plan detailed trip routes, and more. | | Using wireless hotspots at airports and coffee shops is convenient, but make sure to take steps to help protect your PC. Here's how. | | Trying to plan a vacation that won't bust your travel budget? Here are some free and inexpensive things you can do this summer in America's best cities. | Learn from people like you | 2/26/2009, Windows Live Dev Team My family and I recently traveled from Sammamish, Washington to Thailand for a winter vacation, and it really struck me how much things have changed because of technology. | | 1/27/2009, Jasper I'll be taking a bus trip in the next few days to go and see a close friend. So here is an opportunity to use Windows Live. | | 4/21/2009, Pete I took the whole family on a driving vacation last week to some East Coast cities. Just before the trip, I had acquired a 120-GB Zune and was eager to put it to the test. | | | | | Spotlight on Windows 7 Windows 7 Beta expires soon! Still using the Windows 7 Beta? It's time to move to the Release Candidate. Get the RC today. | | | To cancel your subscription to this newsletter, reply to this message with the word UNSUBSCRIBE in the Subject line. You can also unsubscribe here. You can manage all your Microsoft.com communication preferences at this site. Legal Information This newsletter was sent by the Microsoft Corporation One Microsoft Way Redmond, Washington, USA 98052 | | | | |