Boost revenue 15% faster with these simple tech updates

If you are having trouble viewing this email, please visit the online version. Microsoft Business Insights Newsletter December 2013 Increase revenue 15% faster than businesses using outdated technology How customers view your business technology has been shown to impact revenue growth. Check out this infographic to learn how technology can tarnish or enhance your business reputation, from a customer’s point-of-view. How much time can you save with modern technology? After updating to Windows 8 Pro, Romulo Melo Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu has reduced its administrative paperwork by 10 hours each week, saving both time and money. Read how updated technology helped the gym meet their business goals—without adding more staff. Get up to $350 back by trading in your old devices Trade in your old business iPhones, iPads, or other devices and get up to $350 to put toward new Windows phones or tablets! Try Office 365 for free with this easy how-to guide Thinking about updating your software to Office 365? Part one of this two-part video series helps you get started with your free trial. Highlights include how to migrate your email, connect to your existing domain, and set up a shared mailbox.

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Sign up for other newsletters | Unsubscribe | Update your profile    Security updates for December 10, 2013 Learn how to get security updates automatically Get updates from Microsoft Update Watch a video about the updates Q&A Windows Defender and Microsoft Security Essentials: Which one do I need?   Depending on which operating system your computer is running, you can use either Windows Defender or Microsoft Security Essentials to get rid of malicious software and viruses. If your computer is running Windows 8, you can use the built-in Windows Defender to help you get rid of viruses, spyware, or other malware. If your computer is running Windows 7, Windows Vista, or Windows XP, Windows Defender only removes spyware. To get rid of viruses and other malware, including spyware, on Windows 7, Windows Vista, and Windows XP, you can download Microsoft Security Essentials for free. Learn more about the differences between Windows Defender and Microsoft Security Essentials.     Top Stories Parental controls in Xbox One   If you've already purchased the newest gaming system from Microsoft, or if you plan to, learn how to manage the content your kids play, watch, and download.      How to recover your hacked Microsoft account If you think someone has signed in to your email account and changed the password, get guidance on how to recover it.      Avoid Affordable Care Act scams Watch out for online scams that take advantage of the confusion related to the new healthcare law in the US. If you're unsure whether a healthcare website is safe, see How do I know if I can trust a website?      Using SkyDrive this holiday season can help protect your personal information Kim Sanchez, a director in the Trustworthy Computing group talks about SkyDrive, a safer cloud service that you can use to protect your holiday photographs and other files.        Follow Us Blog Security Tips and Talk Blog Facebook Safer Online Twitter @Safer_Online © 2013 Microsoft Corporation Terms of Use | Trademarks

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Deliver a lean and effective government using mobility and the cloud

Subscribe |  View as webpage Deliver a lean and effective government using mobility and the cloud Learn How: www.microsoft.com/government Government Virtual Summit December 10, 2013 Streaming LIVE from 9am-12pm PST Presented by REGISTER NOW Join us for the Microsoft Government Virtual Summit - featured speakers announced! Technology executives for the cities of Chicago, San Jose, and for King County, WA, will be the featured speakers at the Microsoft Government Virtual Summit on December 10th. Brenna Berman (CIO), Vijay Sammeta (CIO), Bill Kehoe (CIO), plus Brian Surratt (City of Seattle), and Mary Thomas (City of Mukilteo) join Bill Wolpin, Chief Editor of American City and County and Microsoft State, Local and Federal government experts, for eight information-packed, fast-paced sessions under the theme of The Path to Lean and Modern Government. The summit will provide a strategic perspective on the innovative ways governments are using technology to modernize and streamline their operations and citizen services via an interactive online experience featuring interviews and conversations with thought leaders and industry experts. Gain insights you can use today to transform and guide your organization, with no travel cost, and the convenience to attend from your home or office. You will be able to download related session materials, share ideas and ask questions of experts and executives through LIVE chat, Twitter, and Q&A sessions. See the full agenda for more information. REGISTER NOW Don't Wait! Register for the Government Virtual Summit on Dec 10, 2013 Register FREE now! Manage Your Profile Please help us ensure that the content we are providing is most relevant to you and your organization by completing your profile. Update Your Profile Increased security & mobility-the path forward Modernizing to a Windows 8 device has its benefits Gain mobility where and when you need it most Are you at risk with telework and BYOD? Download the infographic to see     Get up to $350 back on a Windows Phone or Tablet - See how Compare low cost devices in government - Download the article Experience Windows 8 mobility - Download the trial today Windows 8 can help keep people productive wherever they go Learn more about this and other lean and modern government technology solutions at http://www.microsoft.com/government Microsoft respects your privacy. 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