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February 17, 2012 Get connected—wherever you are. Try Microsoft Lync. Æ Download the tips and tricks e-book Æ See streamlined communication in action Æ Get Lync on your mobile device   News and highlights Redefining access to education and training Improving our nation's workforce is a critical piece to revamping the economy and to staying globally competitive. Read our four-part blog series exploring the problem and the ways public and private sectors are collaborating to solve it. Moving to the Microsoft cloud saves Alexandria, VA from Qakbot virus According to the city CIO, Alexandria is saving money, improving efficiency, and enabling telecommuting. At the same time, they are reducing their carbon footprint and improving security and disaster recovery posture. DC, Microsoft alliance focuses on workforce of the future The District of Columbia forms a strategic alliance with Microsoft that increases technology access and computer-skills training for District residents, while also aiding professional development for teachers and increasing student exposure to science, technology, engineering and math curriculum. – Government Computer News Windows Azure helps Americans abroad to vote Democracy Live is using the Windows Azure platform to host LiveBallot, a service that makes it easier for U.S. military personnel and other citizens living abroad to vote in elections in the United States. – TechFlash Technology update Microsoft System Center Release Candidate (RC) pitches Microsoft private cloud strategy System Center 2012 RC provides management tools for desktops, mobile devices, both physical and virtual servers, and a mix of resources across private data centers and public clouds such as Windows Azure. See why System Center 2012 is a true "private cloud builder." – Ars Technica   Microsoft unveils Microsoft Dynamics CRM mobile Using the cloud-based, cross-platform, native mobile client service, customers can sync a variety of information resources offline, helping them stay connected on the road and on their terms. Microsoft details power-saving features in Windows 8 Under the power-management practices in the next version of Windows, Metro applications will act much like smartphone applications, with background apps using minimal resources based on a specific set of background capabilities. – Network World For developers Microsoft SQL Server 2012 Special Ops Tour is coming to a city near you This is your opportunity to be a part of the most highly anticipated SQL Server launch in Microsoft history. Join us for our 12-city road tour where local DBAs from your area will show you the power of the new Microsoft SQL Server 2012. Or join the virtual launch event on March 7. Developers: You can now get to work on Kinect for Windows The newly released Kinect for Windows SDK version 1.0 offers improved skeletal tracking, enhanced speech recognition, modified API, and the ability to support up to four Kinect for Windows sensors on one computer.   Webcasts   Attend a webcast from the convenience of your office and experience how-to technical and thought-provoking organizational perspectives from Microsoft and government industry experts.  All times are Eastern. Visualizing physical security and public safety with Visual Command Center and Microsoft Feb. 23, 2:00 P.M. Learn how Microsoft Global Security and IDV Solutions' Visual Command Center software is helping federal agencies and the armed forces protect people, property, and assets. Using the BingMapsPortal.com and keys with Bing Maps Platform Mar. 15, 2:00 P.M. Attend and learn how to use the bingmapsportal.com, and get development tips for using/hiding your Bing Maps key.   In this issue: Æ News and highlights Æ Technology update Æ For developers Æ Upcoming webcasts Contact us: Federal: 800-342-9224 State/Local: 888-568-8500 Email Tip of the month Streamline email tasks with Outlook 2010—deal with new email in a hurry. Learn more Æ  Ÿ Federal  Ÿ State and local  Ÿ  Microsoft Gov  Ÿ Federal  Ÿ State and local Not yet a subscriber? Sign up! Microsoft respects your privacy. To learn more please read our online Privacy Statement. If you would prefer to no longer receive this newsletter, please click here. To set your contact preferences for other Microsoft communications click here. Microsoft Corporation One Microsoft Way Redmond, WA 98052 USA

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