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! MVP 3.0 – Forefront Security

Petizme — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 12:03:17 GMT

I’m very happy to announce that I won for the third consecutive year (2007, 2008 and 2009) the MVP Award.

“Microsoft Most Valuable Professionals (MVPs) are exceptional technical community leaders from around the world who are awarded for voluntarily sharing their high quality, real world expertise in offline and online technical communities. Microsoft MVPs are a highly select group of experts that represents the technical community's best and brightest, and they share a deep commitment to community and a willingness to help others.”

More info at MVP site program.

Bye,

Eduardo Petizme
MVP Forefront Security
Site: http://petizme.com
Blogs: http://blog.petizme.com ( USA | BRA )

! Back again…

Petizme — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 11:11:57 GMT

Hi all,

How are you?

I’m out since october last yer, I’m sorry for that.

I move company and my work increase three times… my nights and weekends I had to work a lot…

Now, february, I think my nights and weekends will return to normal.

I’ll post some news late today…

Bye,

Eduardo Petizme
MVP Forefront Security
Site: http://petizme.com
Blogs: http://blog.petizme.com ( USA | BRA )

! Bill Gates' mysterious new company

Petizme — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 19:34:50 GMT

Hi,

From TechFlash:

“Just months after his Microsoft farewell, Bill Gates is quietly creating a new company -- complete with high-tech office space, a cryptic name and even its own trademark.

Public documents describe the new Gates entity -- bgC3 LLC -- as a “think tank.” It’s housed within a Kirkland office that the Microsoft co-founder established on his own after leaving his day-to-day executive role at the company this summer.

Is this Bill Gates’ next big business? A Gates insider gives an emphatic no -- saying it’s not a commercial venture but rather a vehicle to coordinate the software mogul’s work on his business and philanthropic endeavors.

However, bgC3 will also oversee Gates’ personal pursuit of breakthrough ideas in science and technology. The insider said the goal isn’t necessarily to create new companies, although ideas could be passed along to Microsoft, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation -- or others – as it makes sense.

Whatever the ultimate role of the company, the circumstances surrounding its creation provide a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the new era of Gates’ life.

State records show that the company, originally called Carillon Holdings, was established in March 2008. It formally changed its name to bgC3 in early July, 10 days after Gates left his full-time job at the company he built into an industry giant. He remains Microsoft’s chairman and continues to work part-time on projects.

”

More information and source here.

Bye,

Eduardo Petizme
MVP Forefront Security
Site: http://petizme.com
Blogs: http://blog.petizme.com ( USA | BRA )

! Independent research firm recognizes Microsoft NAP as a leader in Network Access Control

Petizme — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 14:16:38 GMT

Hi,

“Microsoft’s Network Access Protection (NAP) solution was cited as a leader (the top category) in a recent independent report, “The Forrester Wave: Network Access Control, Q3 2008.” Microsoft was one of the many network access control (NAC) vendors invited to participate in the report.

Forrester placed a lot of emphasis on different access control scenarios for the evaluation and the different vendors were evaluated around twelve different scenarios as well as strengths across technology, strategy and market presence. …”

More info and source here.

Bye,

Eduardo Petizme
MVP Forefront Security
Site: http://petizme.com
Blogs: http://blog.petizme.com ( USA | BRA )

! Register for Your Second Shot Now!

Petizme — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 02:33:20 GMT

"In the real world, you may need more than one chance at certification. This means that if you sign up for the Second Shot offer and you do not pass a certification exam on your first try, you have a free, second chance to pass it.

Microsoft Certifications recognize and validate your real-world IT skills, support you with access to unique resources that help you stay up to speed on the latest Microsoft technologies, and help you succeed in your IT career by developing skills that are relevant to your chosen field.

This offer is available for a limited time, so be sure to register now. ..."

Source: MCP Flash

More information at here.

Bye,

Eduardo Petizme
MVP Forefront Security
Site: http://petizme.com
Blogs: http://blog.petizme.com ( USA | BRA )

! Microsoft to start selling Office programs by subscription later this month

Petizme — Sat, 05 Jul 2008 14:11:14 GMT

Hi,

"Microsoft Corp. will begin selling its Office programs to consumers on a subscription basis starting mid-July, in a bid to reach thrifty PC buyers who would otherwise pass on productivity software.

The software bundle, which also includes Microsoft's Live OneCare computer security software, will be sold at nearly 700 Circuit City stores for $70 per year.

Bryson Gordon, a group product manager for the Office group, said in an interview that the agreement with Circuit City Stores Inc. is not exclusive, and that the bundle will be available at other retailers and on PCs sold by the likes of Dell Inc. in the future.

Subscription pricing for software has become commonplace in businesses but is a relatively new concept for consumers. The Microsoft Equipt bundle - formerly code-named "Albany" - includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint and OneNote, plus OneCare and a handful of existing free Windows Live applications.

Buying those programs the traditional way would cost about $200; consumers who want to replace Office 2007 with "Office 14," rumored to be set for a 2009 release, would have to pay full price.

Under the subscription model, upgrading to a new version is included in the annual cost.

Gordon said Equipt is aimed at people who wouldn't ordinarily buy Office at the same time they purchase a new computer. Instead, they'd repurpose their old Office disks or pirate a friend's copy, he said. ..."

More information and source here.

[]'s

Eduardo Petizme
MVP Forefront Security
Site: http://petizme.com
Blogs: http://blog.petizme.com ( USA | BRA )

! ISA Server 2006 - SP1 - Available to Download

Petizme — Sat, 05 Jul 2008 13:54:50 GMT

Hi All,

After some time of beta, this week ISA/TMG Team make available SP1 for ISA Server 2006.

As Forefront (ISA Server) MVP I recommend you to backup your ISA configuration, download and install this SP.

To know more about the features of this SP, you can read this great post of Jim Harrison at ISA Server Blog.

You can download here. This update will be available at Microsoft Update late this month.

Eduardo Petizme
MVP Forefront Security
Site: http://petizme.com
Blogs: http://blog.petizme.com ( USA | BRA )

! New ISA Server - Forefront Threat Management Gateway (TMG)

Petizme — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 10:37:25 GMT

Hi all,

As Forefront MVP I already know about it, but now (April 9th) it's public.

"... the Forefront Threat Management Gateway (TMG), a comprehensive network protection solution. Forefront TMG is the future version of the Microsoft Internet Security & Acceleration Server (ISA Server) and will extend the capabilities of ISA Server with new features and security technologies. I know many of you have loved and embraced the ISA Server name and brand for a long time – but it is time for new naming, new logos, blogs, books and of course new technology directions.

Forefront TMG will be available as both a standalone solution but also part of new integrated suites to be released in the future such as the Microsoft Windows Essential Business Server, the recently announced server solution designed for mid-sized companies due out later this year as well as the Forefront “Stirling” suite announced today, a unified protection solution that combines Forefront client, server, and edge security solutions with a single management and policy layer. A “first look” preview of Stirling Beta 1 was shown at RSA this week. It is also available for download.

Why am I so excited about this announcement? To begin, it is the first version of ISA Server that will fully support the Windows Vista and Server 2008 platforms. It also will natively support the 64-bit Windows Server platform which provides significant scalability and security capabilities to the Threat Management Gateway. The three other main areas of enhancement we are announcing today are the following:

1. Multiple Threat Protection: We will enable numerous new protection technologies and capabilities, including integration of the Microsoft Anti-Virus Engine for protection against Internet-based malware and other threats. As part of Stirling, Forefront TMG will also include the “Dynamic Response” functionality to enable shared intelligence and response. This is a major step forward in how our customers rely upon the Microsoft gateway for protection and access to the Internet.

2. Simplified Management: Forefront TMG will include new set-up wizards, improved management interface and enhanced reporting. As part of the Stirling suite, Forefront TMG will be part of the Stirling central visibility dashboard and policy control.

3. Secure Connectivity: Forefront TMG will build on current ISA Server capability around secure Internet access and other connectivity features.

..."

More information here.

Bye,

Eduardo Petizme
MVP Forefront Security
Site: http://petizme.com
Blogs: http://blog.petizme.com ( USA | BRA )

! Forefront "Stirling" Beta avaliable

Petizme — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 10:36:49 GMT

Hi all,

Since yesterday, April 8th, you can download the beta version of Forefront Stirling, that is an integrated security system that delivers comprehensive, coordinated protection across endpoints, messaging and collaboration servers and the network edge that is easier to manage and control.
By delivering simplified management and providing critical visibility into threats, vulnerabilities, and configuration risks, Forefront codename "Stirling" helps reduce costs and achieve greater insight into the enterprise security state.
At release, “Stirling” will include:

A central management console and dashboard for security configuration and enterprisewide visibility.

The next-generation versions of Forefront products: the next generation of Forefront Client Security, Forefront Security for Exchange Server, Forefront Security for SharePoint and the Internet Security & Acceleration Server (to be renamed the Forefront Threat Management Gateway).

Dynamic Response, an innovative Microsoft technology built into each component of "Stirling" that allows the entire system to share and use security information to dynamically respond to threats across multiple layers of the organization.

More information and download here.

Bye,

Eduardo Petizme
MVP Forefront Security
Site: http://petizme.com
Blogs: http://blog.petizme.com ( USA | BRA )

! Vista UAC - should I turn it off?

Petizme — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 14:01:02 GMT

Hi,

I good post by Infrastructure team of MSFT Ireland.

http://blogs.technet.com/mcs-ireland-infrastructure/archive/2008/03/07/vista-uac-should-i-turn-it-off.aspx

Bye,

Eduardo Petizme
MVP Forefront Security
Site: http://petizme.com
Blogs: http://blog.petizme.com ( USA | BRA )

! Remote Server Administration Tools for Windows Vista with SP1 (x64)

Petizme — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 14:21:06 GMT

Hi,

Download now:

· Microsoft Remote Server Administration Tools for Windows Vista with SP1 (x64)

· Microsoft Remote Server Administration Tools for Windows Vista with SP1 (x86)

More information here.

Bye,

Eduardo Petizme
MVP Forefront Security
Site: http://petizme.com
Blogs: http://blog.petizme.com ( USA | BRA )

! Register for the "First to Know" Visual Studio 2008 and SQL Server 2008 Exam Offer — Save 40% on MCTS

Petizme — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 12:25:01 GMT

"Display your skills on a brand new technology by earning your Microsoft Certification. Get ready to be a hero on Windows Visual Studio 2008 or SQL Server 2008, right from the start.

Be the first to know and save 40 percent on select Visual Studio 2008 and SQL Server 2008 exams

Related Microsoft Certification exams will be available soon after the release of Microsoft Visual Studio 2008 and Microsoft SQL Server 2008. We would like you to be the first to know when these exams are available—helping you to be among the first to certify and be noticed by organizations that are eager to evaluate and deploy Visual Studio 2008 and SQL Server 2008.

To thank you for your interest in keeping up with the latest technology from Microsoft, we invite you to register with us to receive:

• Notification when Visual Studio 2008 technology exams are available, plus a 40 percent savings code to use on any one of these exams.

• Notification when SQL Server 2008 technology exams are available, plus a 40 percent savings code to use on any one of these exams ..."

More information here.

Bye,

Eduardo Petizme
MVP Forefront Security
Site: http://petizme.com
Blogs: http://blog.petizme.com ( USA | BRA )

! ISA Best Practices Analyzer v6 - Available to Download

Petizme — Sat, 23 Feb 2008 00:38:34 GMT

Hi all,

The ISA SE Team make available the v6 of ISA BPA.

"The ISA Server Best Practices Analyzer (BPA) is a diagnostic tool that automatically performs specific tests on configuration data collected on the local ISA Server computer from the ISA Server hierarchy of administration COM objects, Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) classes, the system registry, files on disk, and the Domain Name System (DNS) settings.

The resulting report details critical configuration issues, potential problems, and information about the local computer. By following the recommendations of the tool, administrators can achieve greater performance, scalability, reliability, and uptime.
The ISA Server Best Practices Analyzer is supplied with two supplemental tools.

• The ISA Data Packager enables you to create a single .cab file containing ISA Server diagnostic information that can be easily sent to Microsoft Product Support Services for analysis.
• BPA2Visio generates a Microsoft Office Visio® 2003 or Visio 2007 diagram of your network topology as seen from an ISA Server computer or any Windows computer based on output from the ISA Server Best Practices Analyzer Tool.

..."

Download here.

Best,

Eduardo Petizme
MVP Forefront Security
Site: http://petizme.com
Blogs: http://blog.petizme.com ( USA | BRA )

! Vista SP1 available for Download at TechNet Plus and MSDN

Petizme — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 20:16:02 GMT

Hi All,

"SP1 Update release for download through the Top Downloads section on http://technet.microsoft.com/subscriptions

TechNet Plus subscribers, you now can download the following:

Windows Vista Service Pack 1 (x86, x64) - DVD (English, French, German, Japanese, Spanish)

Windows Vista Service Pack 1 (x86) - EXE (English, French, German, Japanese, Spanish)

Windows Vista Service Pack 1 (x64) - EXE (English, French, German, Japanese, Spanish)

To use the Top Downloads , you will need to install the Akamai Technologies Download Manager Browser add-on to access these files and will need to allow pop-ups (at least temporarily). "

I checked right now, and is there.

Source: TechNet Plus Blog

Technorati Tags: Windows Vista,SP1

Bye,

Eduardo Petizme
MVP Forefront Security
Site: http://petizme.com
Blogs: http://blog.petizme.com ( USA | BRA )

! Updated: RTM of Win2008, Vista SP1 and WSus 3.0 SP1

Petizme — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 12:56:31 GMT

Hi All,

This week Microsoft Connect make avaliable Windows Server 2008 RTM, Vista SP1 and WSus 3.0 SP1.

Windows Server 2008 can be made at technet by subscribers of TechNet Plus.

Windows Vista SP1 can be made only by Beta Testers on Microsoft Connect.

http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/subscriptions/default.aspx

Technorati Tags: Windows Server 2008,Windows Vista,WSUS

[]'s

Eduardo Petizme
MVP Forefront Security
Site: http://petizme.com
Blogs: http://blog.petizme.com ( USA | BRA )

! Save 40 percent on Windows Server 2008 exams

Petizme — Sat, 12 Jan 2008 12:30:17 GMT

"We'd like you to be the first to know when the Windows Server 2008 exams are available, which can help you to be among the first to certify--and get noticed by organizations eager to evaluate and deploy Windows Server 2008. Register with us to receive same-day notification when the exams are available, plus a 40% savings voucher to use on selected exams in your Windows Server 2008 track."

More information at http://www.microsoft.com/learning/mcp/windowsserver/offer/default.mspx

Source: MCP Flash Newsletter January 2008

Technorati Tags: Windows Server 2008,Certification

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Eduardo Petizme
MVP Windows Server System - ISA Server
Site: http://petizme.com
Blogs: http://blog.petizme.com ( USA | BRA )

! Is It Too Late to Earn a Windows Server 2003 Certification? (Worldwide)

Petizme — Sat, 12 Jan 2008 12:26:53 GMT

The answer is "no." The strength of Windows Server 2003 in the market today indicates that demand for IT-related expertise will continue for years to come. The best way to demonstrate that you have those skills is with the Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) and Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) credentials.
These certifications will not change or retire with the release of Windows Server 2008. MCSA and MCSE will continue to be recognized and supported by Microsoft, and will be valued by organizations seeking skilled professionals on the Windows Server 2003 infrastructure all over the world. In the future, you can leverage your Windows Server 2003 certification for a shortened path to Windows Server 2008 certifications, when that makes sense for you.

More information at http://www.microsoft.com/learning/mcp/upgrade/ws2003/default.mspx

Source: MCP Flash Newsletter January 2008

Technorati Tags: Certification,MCSA,MCSE,Windows Server 2003

Bye,

Eduardo Petizme
MVP Windows Server System - ISA Server
Site: http://petizme.com
Blogs: http://blog.petizme.com ( USA | BRA )

! Bill Gates’ last day at Microsoft (video)

Petizme — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 16:38:32 GMT

Hi,

"A video spoof shown during the CES 2008 keynote by Bill Gates about his last full day at Microsoft in July starring himself, Brian Williams, Steve Ballmer, Matthew McConaugheyr, Robbie Bach, Jay-Z, Bono, Steven Spielberg, George Clooney, Jon Stewart, Kevin Turner, Hillary Clinton, Barack Obama, Al Gore, Ray Ozzie and Craig Mundie,"

http://www.istartedsomething.com/20080107/bill-gates-last-day-microsoft-video/

Technorati Tags: Bill Gates

Bye,

Eduardo Petizme
MVP Windows Server System - ISA Server
Site: http://petizme.com
Blogs: http://blog.petizme.com ( USA | BRA )

! Bill Gates: The skills you need to succeed

Petizme — Fri, 14 Dec 2007 18:57:18 GMT

Hi,

From BBC:

"In almost every job now, people use software and work with information to enable their organisation to operate more effectively.

That's true for everyone from the retail store worker who uses a handheld scanner to track inventory to the chief executive who uses business intelligence software to analyse critical market trends.

So if you look at how progress is made and where competitive advantage is created, there's no doubt that the ability to use software tools effectively is critical to succeeding in today's global knowledge economy.

A solid working knowledge of productivity software and other IT tools has become a basic foundation for success in virtually any career.

Beyond that, however, I don't think you can overemphasise the importance of having a good background in maths and science.

If you look at the most interesting things that have emerged in the last decade - whether it is cool things like portable music devices and video games or more practical things like smart phones and medical technology - they all come from the realm of science and engineering. ... "

Continue at http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/business/7142073.stm

Source here.

Technorati Tags: Bill Gates

Bye,

Eduardo Petizme
MVP Windows Server System - ISA Server
Site: http://petizme.com
Blogs: http://blog.petizme.com ( USA | BRA )

! Q&A with Microsoft Security MVPs

Petizme — Tue, 11 Dec 2007 16:50:02 GMT

Hi,

The Security MVPs invite you to attend a Q&A with the Microsoft Security MVPs. In this chat the MVP experts will answer your questions regarding online safety issues such as phishing, spyware, rootkits as well as server related topics. If you have questions on how to protect your PC, please bring them to this informative chat.
When: December 11th at 4pm PDT (Los Angeles)

Where: TechNet Chat Room

www.microsoft.com/technet/community/chats/chatroom.aspx

Password: Public Chat no password required

Use the Converter tool to know the time in your city.

Source here.

Technorati Tags: Security MVP,Chat

Bye,

Eduardo Petizme
MVP Windows Server System - ISA Server
Site: http://petizme.com
Blogs: http://blog.petizme.com ( USA | BRA )