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Learning
Learning Content Development System (LCDS) - Bugs and Feedback
Report LCDS bugs or provide suggestions and feedback here in this forum. The Learning Content Development System (LCDS) is a free tool from Microsoft Learning that enables you to create high quality, interactive, online courses.
Learning Manager Knowledge Base
Find answers to common user questions, issues, and scenarios with the Learning Manager.
Learning Manager Bugs and Feedback
Report Learning Manager Bugs or Provide Suggestions and Feedback.
Ramp Up
A place to discuss the Ramp Up program an online program that assists users in learning Microsoft technology. It provides easy-to-access content, in a guided path that defines the important lessons and the order in which you learn them. Ask/answer questions and give feedback here!
Training and Certification
Have questions about Microsoft training and certifications? Ask them here!
Dynamics
CRM
Forum for discussions with Microsoft CRM experts, MVPs, and Partners.
CRM Deployment
Forum for discussing Microsoft CRM deployment questions.
CRM Development
Forum for discussing customization, add-ins, and integration with Microsoft CRM.
CRM Online
Forum for discussing Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online specific questions.
CRM Chinese
CRM community space for an international audience, these new forums will be monitored by the CRM MVP team.
CRM Italian
CRM community space for an international audience, these new forums will be monitored by the CRM MVP team.
CRM Spanish
CRM community space for an international audience, these new forums will be monitored by the CRM MVP team.
Microsoft Dynamics AX/NAV/CRM Russia
Вопросы по работе с Microsoft Dynamics AX, NAV и CRM (only Russian Language)
Microsoft Dynamics CRM
Mit Microsoft Dynamics CRM optimieren Sie all Ihre kundenorientierten Geschäftsprozesse. Diskutieren Sie mit anderen Anwendern oder stellen Sie ihre Frage rund um die Installation, Anpassung und Entwicklung von Microsoft Dynamics CRM.
GP
Forum for discussion with Microsoft Dynamics GP experts, MVP's and partners.
GP Deployment
Forum for discussion with Microsoft Dynamics GP experts, MVP's and partners.
GP customization
Forum for discussion with Microsoft Dynamics GP experts, MVP's and partners.
Management Reporter for Microsoft Dynamics ERP Beta
This forum is for the Management Reporter for Microsoft Dynamics Beta participants
Live Mesh
Live Mesh
Live Mesh puts you at the center of your digital world, seamlessly connecting you to the people, devices, information and applications you care about—available wherever you happen to be. Imagine all your devices—PCs, Macs, mobile phones—working as one to give you anywhere access to the information you care about. With Live Mesh, you can spend less time managing devices, and data and more time connecting with family and friends or collaborating with colleagues.
Live Mesh Mobile
Take your mesh with you wherever you go. From any mobile phone with web access, go to mesh.com to work with your synchronized folders, upload photos to share with others, read news about your mesh, and more. Please share with us any issue encountered when using Live Mesh on your mobile phone as well as your suggestions for improving your experience.
Microsoft Research
Conference XP Client
Post questions and find answers about ConferenceXP Client
Venue Service
Post questions and find answers about the ConferenceXP Venue Service
Archive Service
Post questions and find answers about the ConferenceXP Archive Service
Reflector Service
Post questions and find answers about the ConferenceXP Reflector Service
Conference XP Applications
Post questions and find answers about 3rd party ConferenceXP applications, utilities and projects
Hardware
Discuss the hardware you're using with ConferenceXP (Cameras, Computers, Microphones, TVs, FireWire devices, Video capture)
Networking
Post questions and find answers about networking, multicast, bandwidth issues and more
Developer Discussions
Discuss ConferenceXP source code, RTP, Conference API, and capabilities
Conference XP Wishlist
What would you like to see in the next release of ConferenceXP? (The development team is listening...)
General Discussion
Discuss topics that aren't covered by any of the other forums, share a tip you've discovered or get help troubleshooting a problem
MSRSense
Post questions and find answers about MSRSense (http://research.microsoft.com/nec/msrsense) toolkit
SensorMap
Post questions and find answers about SensorMap (http://atom.research.microsoft.com/sensormap/) web interface and API
HDView Control
Forum for HD View
HDView Utilities
Forum for the HD View authoring utilities
Networking Academic Resource Toolkit General Discussion
Discuss any general issues with the toolkit, or topics that are not covered by any of the other forums
Mesh Connectivity Layer (MCL)
Post questions and find answers about MCL
Virtual Ring Routing (VRR)
Post questions and find answers about VRR
Virtualizing WiFi Cards (VirtualWiFi)
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TTCP Traffic Generator
Post questions and find answers about TTCP
UDP Traffic Generator
Post questions and find answers about UDP Traffic Generator
General Discussions
Discuss any general issues with the add-in, or topics that are not covered by any of the other forums
How-to Help
Post questions and find answers about how to use a particular feature or accomplish some result using the add-in
Microsoft Genuine Advantage
Windows 7 Genuine Advantage Validation Issues (Windows 7)
Issues relating to the Windows 7 Software Protection Platform - Non-Genuine, validation problems, or software licensing services messages
Windows Vista Validation Issues (Windows Vista)
Issues relating to the Windows Vista Software Protection Platform - Non-Genuine dialog boxes, validation problems, or software licensing services messages.
Windows XP Genuine Advantage Validation Issues (Windows XP)
Browser settings, security settings, or other issues with our Windows XP validation process.
Office Genuine Advantage Validation Issues (Office)
Issues relating to Office Genuine Advantage validation of individual applications or product suites - validation, security, and browser problems.
Genuine Advantage Offers - Eligibility Issues Forum
Issues for users who are genuine, but are having issues qualifying for Genuine Advantage Offers. (Both XP and Vista!)
Genuine Benefits
Why be Genuine? What's in it for you?
Feedback and Comments
Talk to us! We'd like to know how to make the validation and overall genuine process more streamlined!
Microsoft Vine
Microsoft Vine
The Microsoft Vine Beta connects you to the people and places you care about most, when it matters. Use alerts, reports and your personal dashboard to stay in touch, informed and involved.
Windows Academic
Windows Academic: Curriculum
Discussion forum regarding development of operating systems curriculum based on the Windows kernel.
Windows Academic: ProjectOZ
Questions & Answers regarding use of ProjectOZ for teaching and research of operating systems topics.
Windows Academic: Kernel
Questions & Answers regarding the Windows Research Kernel, its architecture, source code and use in teaching and research.
Windows HPC (High Performance Computing)
Windows HPC Server Developers - General
Dedicated to Windows HPC most aspects around application development
Windows HPC Server Deployment, Management, and Administration
Dedicated to all aspects of deployment, monitoring, and management of Windows HPC Server 2008 and Windows Compute Cluster Server 2003 clusters.
Windows HPC Server Academia and Research - General
Dedicated to discussions around Windows HPC Server 2008 and Windows Compute Cluster Server 2003, including whitepapers, research projects and lectures
Windows HPC Server Message Passing Interface (MPI)
Dedicated to all aspects of Message Passing Interface (MPI) on Windows HPC Server 2008 and Windows Compute Cluster Server 2003
Windows HPC Server Job Submission and Scheduling
This forum covers the Windows HPC Job Scheduler, including questions about Job Submission, Job Scheduling, and Job Activation on both Windows Compute Cluster Server 2003 and Windows HPC Server 2008.
Windows HPC Server UNIX - Interoperability
Dedicated to all aspects of UNIX integration with Windows HPC Server 2008 and Windows Compute Cluster Server 2003
Windows HPC Server V2 Pre-RTM
Dedicated to all aspects around the BETA release of Windows HPC Server 2008
Webmaster
Webmaster Tools
Discussion Forum related to tools in the Webmaster Center
Sitemap Protocol
Discussion forum about the Sitemap Protocol
General Questions
Discussion forum for Webmasters regarding general issues
Crawling/Indexing Feedback and Discussion
This forum is for discussing the MSNbot and crawler related issues.
Webmaster Tools - Feature Requests
Feedback and Feature Requests for Webmaster Tools
Ranking Feedback and Discussion
Ranking Feedback and Discussion
Live Search API 2.0
This forum is for discussing the Live Search API plus Ads
Windows Home Server
Windows Home Server Announcements
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Windows Home Server overview and other general information
Windows Home Server FAQ and Known Issues
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Find out as much as you can about known questions and answers as well as known issues and workarounds for Windows Home Server.
Windows Home Server Software
A place to discuss Windows Home Server software and how it works ...
Windows Home Server Hardware and Installation
A place to discuss hardware requirements and configurations for Windows Home Server including the initial installation and setup of your home server.
Windows Home Server Add-Ins and Developer Information
Discuss possible 3rd party hardware and software add-ins for enhancing the functionality of Windows Home Server, and learn more about the Windows Home Server SDK.
Windows Home Server Suggestions
A place to discuss provides ideas for improving Windows Home Server
Windows Home Server Power Pack 1 Beta
Please keep all Power Pack 1 Beta questions here.
Windows Home Server Power Pack 3 Beta
Please keep all Power Pack 3 Beta questions here
Windows Live OneCare
Windows Live OneCare Install and Activate
Discuss Windows Live OneCare Install and Activation issues
Windows Live OneCare Update
Discuss Windows Live OneCare version update issues
Windows Live OneCare Firewall
Discuss Windows Live OneCare firewall issues
Windows Live OneCare Anti-Virus
Discuss Windows Live OneCare anti-virus issues
Windows Live OneCare Anti-Spyware
Discuss Windows Live OneCare anti-spyware issues
Windows Live OneCare Backup and Restore
Discuss Windows Live OneCare backup and restore issues
Windows Live OneCare Tune-up
Discuss Windows Live OneCare tune-up issues
Windows Live OneCare Multi-PC Management
Discuss Windows Live OneCare Multi-PC Management
Windows Live OneCare Secure WiFi
Discuss Windows Live OneCare Multi-PC Management
Windows Live OneCare Printer Sharing
Windows Live OneCare printer sharing issues
Windows Live Onecare Startup Cleaner
Discuss Windows Live OneCare startup cleaner issues
Windows Live Onecare Monthly Report
Discuss Windows Live OneCare Monthly Report issues
Windows Live OneCare General
Windows Live OneCare general topics
Windows Live OneCare – Off Topic
Off Topic items
Windows Live OneCare (Nederlands)
Dutch forum for discussing Windows Live OneCare
Windows Phone
Windows Phone
The most common questions and answers about using these forums.
Activesync / Windows Mobile Device Center
Questions related to using Activesync and the Windows Mobile Device Center on Vista
Windows Phones and Accessories
Questions, opinions and reviews of selected Smartphones and Pocket PC phones.
Windows Phone Help
Launches, reviews, questions and comments about your favorite mobile software.
Windows Phone Suggestion Box
To help us provide a better experience for you, please submit your thoughts on our websites, this forum, hardware, software, even service plans.
My Phone Service
Address questions, concerns and capture feedback on Microsoft My Phone service.
Windows Marketplace for Mobile
Discussions, questions, tricks and tips for Windows Marketplace for Mobile.
Sandbox Forums
Communities Sandbox
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Moderator Posting Only Forum Sandbox
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This forum is designed for users to try out the new forums functionality for Moderator Posting Only Forums. Please be respectful of others, and do <b>NOT</b> expect replies to questions asked here.
Feedback and Discussions
Social Bookmarks Discussion Forum
This is the Social Bookmarks forum. We welcome your feedback, questions, comments and concerns about the Social Bookmarks experience.
MSDN, TechNet, and Expression Profile Feedback
Help us improve the profile & registration related features across MSDN, TechNet, & Expression. Use this forum to discuss bugs (within profile), provide your feedback on upcoming features and send your suggestions for the profile & registration functionalities...
Archived Forums
Singapore Support (Archived)
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Welcome to the dedicated support forum brought to you by Microsoft Singapore! Need help with your developer issues? Start with http://www.microsoft.com/singapore/msdn/support. If you are unable to find a resolution, post here and we'll point you in the right direction.
MSN Direct for Windows Mobile Forum
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Forum for discussing issues and ideas related to the MSN Direct for Windows Mobile application.
adCenter: Add-in Beta for Excel 2007 (Archived)
Discussion forum related to adCenter Add-in Beta for Excel 2007 -- a keyword research and optimization tool that integrates into Excel 2007.
adCenter: Web Analytics (Archived)
Forum to discuss the use of the Microsoft adCenter Analytics tool to track your site's traffic and improve your advertising campaigns.
Microsoft adCenter (Archived)
Discussion forum related to Microsoft adCenter advertising platform.
adCenter: Labs (Archived)
Discussion forum for topics related to adCenter Labs' applied research technologies.
Microsoft Codename "Tahiti" Beta: Technical Help (Archived)
Problems with Microsoft Codename "Tahiti" Beta? Get support and help here!
Microsoft Codename "Tahiti" Beta: Suggestions (Archived)
Your feedback and ideas help to improve Microsoft Codename "Tahiti" Beta - Post them here!
Microsoft.com Tagspace (Archived)
Feedback for Microsoft Tagspace
Connected Services Sandbox (Archived)
Assistance forum for users of the connected services sandbox environment. Any queries, including programming questions, can be posted here for support.
Microsoft SharedView: Announcements (Archived)
Read alerts and other important information about Microsoft SharedView
Microsoft SharedView: Suggestions (Archived)
Your feedback and ideas help to improve Microsoft SharedView - Post them here!
Microsoft SharedView: Technical Help (Archived)
Problems with Microsoft SharedView? Get support and help here!
Microsoft SharedView: Knowledge Base and FAQ (Archived)
Documentation and other articles specific to Microsoft SharedView
Small Business: Forum Announcements, Rules and FAQs (Archived)
News and information for the small business world. Please come here first before posting.
Small Business: New Member Introductions (Archived)
Please introduce yourself to the community.
Small Business: General Discussion (Archived)
This is where you can go to discuss topics not covered anywhere else in the forum.
Small Business: Internet Marketing Forum (Archived)
Use our internet marketing forum to market your website effectively on the internet - that's internet marketing - see how it's done here
Small Business: Search Engine Optimization Forum (Archived)
Discuss the finer points of Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and get your site right up there to No. 1.
Small Business: Forum Feedback (Archived)
We welcome your comments and suggestions to make the small business forum a better place - let us know your thoughts on how we can improve.
Small Business: Starting a Small Business (Archived)
If you are thinking of starting a small business or already have a business and need help then post your questions here.
Technical Interoperability Scenarios (Archived)
Discuss interoperability technical scenarios that are critical to the IT community.
Interoperability Conversations (Archived)
Do you have questions about interoperability? Discuss them here.
Achieving Interoperability through Standards (Archived)
Ask questions about technology standardization and standards implementation.
Workflow
Discussion on workflow development
Windows Tools
Unified Communications Conferencing
Permissions
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Data Collaboration
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Office Communications Server Public Beta
FAQ
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Office Communications Server
OCS Setup & Deployment
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Certificates
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Telephony
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Multipoint Control Units (MCU)
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SQL Database
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User Replicator & Address Book
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Unified Communications Integration
Office
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Exchange
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Office Communicator
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Contacts
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Academic Initiatives
Imagine Cup
Posts related to Imagine Cup Invitationals
Academic Project Program
Posts related to Microsoft's Academic Project Program
Learning Resources
Posts related to online / offline training / learning resources
Software Resources
Posts related to MSDNAA and Direct Student Downloads for availing Microsoft Software
Events
Microsoft, User Group & Campus Event related posts
Technical Queries
Posts Related to technical/ coding / programming related issues
Student Rockstar
Posts related to the Student Rockstar contest
General Discussions
Any posts not covered under any of the other forums
Speech Server
Software Setup
Installing and configuring Speech Server
Authoring
Developing speech applications
SIP Configuration and Telephony Integration
Configuring Speech Server to work with SIP gateways or with TDM based telephony devices using TIM&TIMC
Tuning and Reporting
Optimizing your Speech Server deployment and applications using the Analytics and Tuning Studio
Deployment, Operations, Administration, & 160 and Monitoring
Managing your Speech Server deployment using WMI or MOM
Microsoft Sync Framework
SyncFx - General
This forum is read only; {General questions about the Microsoft Sync Framework}
SyncFx - Technical Discussion
This forum is read only; {Technical discussions relating to the Microsoft Sync Framework including custom providers, FeedSync and file sync providers}
SyncFx - Feedback
This forum is read only; {Suggestions and comments related to improving the Microsoft Sync Framework}
SyncFx - SyncToy-File Synchronization
A free tool based on the Microsoft Sync Framework which helps you copy, move, rename, and delete files between folders and computers quickly.
SyncFx - Microsoft Sync Framework Database Providers
This forum is read only; {Technical Q&A about using the Microsoft SyncFramework Database Providers (Sync Services for ADO.NET) to build occasionally connected applications.}
SyncFx - Microsoft Sync Framework Developer Discussions
This forum should be used for technical developer discussions relating to Microsoft Sync Framework including core components, feedsync, file sync providers, simple providers, custom providers, database providers and Sync services for ADO.NET. Other general questions and suggestions regarding Microsoft Sync framework are welcome too!
Web 技术
Web 相关讨论(IIS，IE8等)
Web开发的一般性问题。 版主：孟宪会，笨笨One
Comunida De Academica
Machine Translation and Language Tools
Microsoft Translator User Forum (Including Bing Translator)
User Support for Microsoft Translator offerings (including Bing Translator)
Microsoft Maren
Microsoft Maren
Discuss and post questions about Microsoft Maren
Networking
MSR Software Radio Academic Kit
Post questions and find answers about MSR Software Radio Academic Kit platform
Project Server 2010
Project 2010 Customization and Programming
Discuss customizations and programming for Project Web Access 2010, Project Server 2010, Project Professional 2010 and Project Standard 2010. Includes User Interface (UI) customizations, Project Server Interface (PSI) and Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) Programming.
Project Server 2010 - Setup, Upgrade, Administration and Operation
Discuss setup, upgrade & migration, administration and operation for Project Server 2010.
Windows 7
Internal Forum on Win 7 App Compat
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This internal forum is a platform for all technical resources working on Win 7 App Compat to share their knowledge and experience. If you have questions /issues on Win 7 App Compat please leverage this forum immaterial of the team/group you work for. technical resources from MSDN, TechNet, OTC, GPS, CTS, PFE and SWAT would be leveraging this forum to connect, seek guidance and share knowledge around Win 7 App Compat.
Windows Live
Windows Live Writer (General)
Windows Live Writer is a desktop application that makes it easy to publish rich content to your blog. This forum is meant to be a resource for those who are looking for more information about Writer or want to start a discussion with the Writer team and other people using Writer. Post to this forum if you have a question or comment about Windows Live Writer.
Windows Live Writer (Beta)
Windows Live Writer is a desktop application that makes it easy to publish rich content to your blog. Please use this forum to discuss and ask questions about the Windows Live Writer Beta. The Writer team reads all of the messages posted to this forum and uses your feedback to improve Writer - please post a message to let us know what you like and don't like about the beta version of Writer! If you have general questions or comments about regular versions of Writer please visit the "Windows Live Writer (General)" forum at http://groups.msn.com/windowslivewriter/home. This is not an official technical support channel. While we do read all posts, we are not able to personally respond to all of them. Other Writer users may answer your questions (if you know the answer to a question, please respond).
My.Live.com Personalized Page Suggestions and Feedback
Discuss the My.live.com Personalized Page (http://my.live.com), suggest new features, report issues, ask questions and provide feedback (Note: This is not a general Windows Live product forum)
