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TechNet Briefings
· Exclusive SharePoint Workshop: Presented by Culminis
· Windows and Exchange Connections Conference, Exclusive Culminis Discount
· Sustaining Competitive Advantage: Western Washington Summit 2004
· NYEWin Opens Certification & Training Program to a Wider Audience
· BrightWork Selected to Deliver Microsoft Executive Circle Webcast

 Focus of the Month:
 Supporting Careers
· Role of User Groups in Educating IT Professionals
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 Mastering the Job Boards. Art or Science?
· Key Differentiator Among IT Pros

Culminis Happenings
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· Windows Developers Want Your Feedback
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 Microsoft and Intel Join Forces to Defend Against Worms and Viruses
· AITP Mission Accomplished
· Updated Host Integration Server 2004 Guide
· Windows & .NET Magazine Changes Title to Windows IT Pro Magazine
· Steve Delahunty Joins Culminis Taskforce
· Tell Microsoft what Security Features You Want
· Culminis Member Organizations to Receive Special XP SP2 Kit
· Welcome New Culminis Member Organizations


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 The Culminis Compass - September  2004

 

Culminis Member Organizations to Receive Special Microsoft® Windows® XP Service Pack 2 Kit
September 1, 2004
Team Culminis

Microsoft Windows® XP Service Pack 2 with Advanced Security Technologies brings Windows XP users the latest security updates and innovations from Microsoft. It establishes stronger default security settings and automatically installs unique new security features that will help you better protect your computer from hackers, viruses, and other security risks. Plus, Service Pack 2 contains support for new technologies, such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, along with improved hardware and driver support--so you can enjoy a more productive, hassle-free computing experience.

During the month of September, Culminis will be sending Welcome Kits to Culminis Member Organizations. Included in each kit will be a special Windows® XP Service Pack 2 package assembled by Microsoft specifically for Culminis members . This package will include copies of SP2 to pass out at User Group meetings, as well as a resource CD with demos and security articles. In addition, a pre-recorded presentation on SP2 will be provided on CD. Member Organizations are encouraged to use this as a technical presentation at one of their monthly meetings. If your organization would actually like to have a Microsoft speaker deliver a presentation on SP2, in-person or online via LiveMeeting, please complete the Culminis Speakers Bureau Request Form now available in Culminis Connections (your login is required).