Download Feature Pack for Visual Studio 2010

The latest development platform from Microsoft ” Visual Studio 2010 RTM” has got its first ever Visualization and Modeling Feature pack. The customers running The Visual Studio 2010 RTM can download this feature pack. But the only catch is that this featured download is only available to those developers who has a MSDN subscription. Microsoft Product unit manager for Team Foudation Server announced the new extension to Visual Studio. It was cleared by Brain Harry ( the Product Unit Manager ) that this is a addon available with Visual Studio 2010 ultimate and this kind of extensions will be made available in future as well.

This type of feature packs allows the developers to have larger boundaries and also gives out great enhancements to the platform.

This feature pack can be downloaded from the members area under MSDN subscription.

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June 18, 2010 · Filed Under Microsoft

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Download : Czech Republic Windows 7 Architecture theme

Microsoft is offering a new theme pack for your Windows desktops. This new theme pack offers scenery of the beautifull Czech Republic as backgrouds. Many great landmarks and landscapes has been used in this pack. There are no. of theme packs available with the personalization gallery at the Microsoft download website.

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May 29, 2010 · Filed Under Microsoft

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Download Windows 7 Games for Windows LIVE 3.3

Five months after the introduction of Games for Windows LIVE Setup 3.2, Microsoft is offering customers an update, kicking the version of the client up a notch. In this regard, gamers that have been leveraging Games for Windows – LIVE are now able to download and install a new release of the app. According to the Redmond company, “Games for Windows – LIVE Setup 3.3 upgrades users to the newest version: 03.03.0024.00.” However, Microsoft has been extremely shy when it comes down to sharing details about the release.

Games for Windows LIVE Setup, version 3.3 is designed to play nice with PCs running Windows 7; Windows Vista; Windows XP SP2 or SP3. Existing users of Games for Windows – LIVE will notice that the update is being automatically delivered to them. If they haven’t installed the upgrade already, it will be offered to them next time they run Games for Windows LIVE.

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May 29, 2010 · Filed Under Microsoft

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Microsoft Delivers Windows 7 Technologies to Device Manufacturers With Release of Windows Embedded Standard 7

SAN JOSE, Calif. — April 27, 2010 — Today during an industry address at the Embedded Systems Conference (ESC) Silicon Valley, Microsoft Corp. announced the release to manufacturing of Windows Embedded Standard 7, delivering the power, familiarity and reliability of the Windows 7 operating system in a highly customizable and componentized form. OEMs can leverage Windows Embedded Standard 7 to create differentiated experiences and enhanced connectivity with Windows-based PCs, servers and online services on specialized devices, such as thin clients, digital signage and industrial controls for the enterprise, as well as set-top boxes (STBs), connected media devices (CMDs), and TVs for consumers.

“With the release of Windows Embedded Standard 7, Microsoft has furthered its commitment to the integration of Windows 7 technologies in the specialized consumer and enterprise device markets by providing OEMs with the latest innovative technologies to differentiate through rich, immersive user experiences and streamlined connectivity,” said Kevin Dallas, general manager of the Windows Embedded Business Unit at Microsoft. “The addition of the Windows Media Center feature in Windows Embedded Standard 7 is driving the set-top box, connected media device and TV markets by providing OEMs with opportunities to develop uniquely branded experiences and service providers with capabilities to explore additional revenue streams with unique content through a centralized media hub in the home.”

Announced in September 2009 during the community technology preview, Windows Embedded Standard 7 helps OEMs build enterprise devices with seamless connectivity, allowing companies to extend their existing investments in management and network infrastructure. The platform also features the latest Windows technology innovations to drive rich, immersive user experiences, including multigesture touch interfaces and context-aware applications with Windows Touch, and the ability to develop “green” solutions with smart power management APIs.

In addition to support for enterprise devices, STBs, CMDs and TVs built on Windows Embedded Standard 7 and leveraging the Windows Media Center feature will enable consumers to merge multimedia content from disparate sources, including Internet and broadcast TV, social media portals, and personal libraries of photos, music and videos, into a centralized home entertainment hub. Information can easily be shared across Windows-based PCs and individual devices.

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April 29, 2010 · Filed Under Microsoft

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Windows phone 7 to support TrueTouch solution from Cypress

Cypress Semiconductor Corp. recently announced that the upcoming Windows Phone 7 operating system from Microsoft would include native support for its TrueTouch touchscreen solution. According to the company, this will enable mobile phone makers to implement capacitive touchscreen interfaces on their future Windows Phone 7 devices, while eliminating the need for developing drivers or custom software.

The flexible TrueTouch solution from Cypress enables a fast development of leading-edge solutions without purchasing turnkey modules. Customers can use touch sensors and LCDs from preferred partners, while also having the possibility to develop innovative designs, including flat to curved surfaces. Moreover, the TrueTouch devices would include Cypress’ capacitive sensing technology that delivers great operation even in noisy RF and LCD environments

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April 24, 2010 · Filed Under Microsoft

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