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Evaluate Exchange Server 2007


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You might have heard about the five distinct server roles in Microsoft Exchange Server 2007 that align with the way messaging systems are typically deployed and distributed, but there are other reasons to check out the new messaging server. In TechNet Magazine's "Exchange Queue and A" column this month, the authors answer the question: What are the technical reasons why an Exchange administrator or user should be excited about Exchange Server 2007 -- from one geek to another? One of the answers could be the new management interface, built on Microsoft Windows PowerShell technology. For more on that, go to the Primer on the Exchange Management Shell.

Even with all the great improvements to the setup for Exchange Server 2007, there are still a few things you should know before you install. For that, read the Top 10 Tips for installing Exchange Server 2007. These come straight from customers who have discussed, stumbled upon, and requested guidance about these potential gotchas. And for more guidance, be sure to search the Exchange Server team blog for Exchange Server 2007 administration tips.

If you are ready to evaluate Exchange Server 2007, you can register to download the trial software and you will be enrolled automatically in a guided evaluation program, which will deliver resources to your inbox in a series of e-mails to help you get more out of your evaluation. And this applies to beta products and the other products in the evaluation program. As we mentioned in the last newsletter, you can now register for the beta of Windows Server code-named "Longhorn".

And don't forget, if you are a TechNet Plus Direct subscriber, you have immediate online access to the Exchange Server 2007 evaluation software as part of your benefits. Not a TechNet Plus Direct subscriber? Sign up here. As a subscriber, you can also access System Center Capacity Planner, a great tool for deploying Exchange Server throughout your organization.

Thanks for reading.
Mitch Irsfeld
Editor, TechNet Flash