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For your business.
In today’s global and increasingly digital economy, the businesses that are best positioned for
success are those that can respond with agility to a dynamic marketplace. We’re helping them
with software that delivers high business value while driving down the total cost of ownership.
BUILDING A FOUNDATION FOR BUSINESSES OF ALL SIZES
Available early next year, the Windows .NET Server 2003 family will provide a solid foundation
for increasing business connectivity and efficiency. The Windows .NET Server 2003 operating
system provides a robust infrastructure platform for powering connected applications,
networks, and Web Services from the workgroup to the data center. This new line of servers
securely connects businesses with their customers and partners and integrates a powerful new
application environment for developing XML Web Services and solutions to dramatically
improve business processes.
The Windows .NET Server 2003 family joins a comprehensive range of Microsoft server
products, including Microsoft SQL Server™ 2000, the world’s fastest database, which has
received acclaim for its reliable performance, scalability, and positive impact on cost of
ownership.
BOOSTING PRODUCTIVITY THROUGH INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES
In 2003, we will launch several new products aimed at increasing information worker
productivity and helping businesses grow.
The next generation of Microsoft Office will take full advantage of XML, allowing for more fully
integrated business processes. It will also include a greatly enhanced version of Microsoft
Outlook®, which will improve the management of personal information and enable better
communication and collaboration.
And a new generation of mobile devices—from Tablet PCs to Pocket PCs to Smartphones—
will allow for greater productivity and connectivity from virtually anywhere.
PROVIDING BUSINESSES WITH SOLUTIONS, NOT JUST SOFTWARE
In July we introduced Microsoft Business Solutions, which provides businesses with proven
technology and experienced professional resources.
For example, Microsoft Business Solutions offers business applications that automate financial
and operational processes and allow small- and mid-market companies to extend information
to employees, customers, suppliers, and partners.
Our recent acquisition of Navision a/s further enhances our ability to serve these companies
globally and underscores our commitment to our customers.