February 2007
In this issue...
Launch of Windows Vista and Office 2007 Goes Global:
For the first time in over a decade, Microsoft simultaneously launches new versions of both its flagship products.
Meet Microsoft Recruiters at the following U.S. career fairs and conferences:
NSBE National Convention
March 28-April 1, 2007
Columbus, Ohio
NBMBAA National Conference
September 11-16, 2007
Orlando, Florida

Check our website for future events at http://members.microsoft.com/careers/events/default.mspx
Insecurity and Treading the Fine Line Between Jerkiness and Confidence in the Interview:
There's a real skill in self-awareness, especially when you can determine your interviewer's opinion of you and match your hot-shotness to their perception. Learn more...
Five Must-Haves for New Grads:
CareerBuilder asked hiring managers for the top five things they look for when hiring new graduates. Here are their answers, and some ways college seniors can use them to maximize their job search. Learn more...
Remember Me? Four Tips for Résumé Follow-Up:
You've sent your résumé to several companies and have yet to hear back. But just because they aren't calling doesn't mean they aren't interested. Learn more...
Microsoft Hires Father of WebSphere from IBM:
Microsoft has hired Don Ferguson, a prominent IBM software technologist and former chief architect of IBM's Software Group, to work in the office of the CTO. Learn more...
MSN India Names Marketing Head:
Satya Raghavan will be responsible for marketing Microsoft's online products, including MSN and Windows Live, within the country. Learn more...
Why Ask.com's CEO Left to Join Microsoft:
The accolades for the new CEO of Ask.com, the Oakland-based search engine formerly known as Ask Jeeves, were just beginning to roll in last spring when the call came from Redmond. Learn more...
CNET Takes an Inside Look at the Vista and Office 2007 Launch Party:
Microsoft launches Windows Vista, Office 2007 in New York City.  Learn More ...
Wall Street Journal Poll: Microsoft Has Best Corporate Reputation in the U.S.:
Gates' philanthropy helps to put Microsoft atop yearly survey of best companies.  Learn More ...
Microsoft Crashes IBM Lotus Party with Migration Tools:
Knocking on the door of its competition at the opening of their annual user event, Microsoft announced new tools to help IBM Lotus Notes/Domino users migrate to the Microsoft fold.  Learn More ...
Windows Storage Server Gains Traction:
With Windows Storage Server continuing to win over small and mid-size customers, Microsoft appears to be the vendor to beat in the storage server space.  Learn More ...
Expression Is a Standout:
Microsoft has been touting the benefits of its design tools for a couple of years, but examples of those are just beginning to emerge with the advent of the company's Expression suite of design tools.  Learn More ...
Bill Gates Appears on The Daily Show:
John Stewart gets his questions about Vista answered and much more.  Learn More ...
Roundtable Q&A: Developers Tap Real-Life Families to Find Out What Consumers Really Want from Windows Vista:
Using instrumentation, in-home visits and specially designed feedback mechanisms, Windows Vista developers got timely, unvarnished and abundant input from 50 families in seven countries.  Learn More ...
Behind the Code with Rob Short on Channel9:
Rob Short is an operating system pioneer. He helped Microsoft transition from the 1980s with DOS and 16 bit windows into the 32 bit world with Windows NT in the 1990s.  Learn More ...
LeBron to Appear in Microsoft Ad Campaign:
Cavaliers star will help promote new Vista Windows system.  Learn More ...
The World's First Fully Vista Powered Technology Community Worldwide:
Microsoft has announced that it will provide a $1 million grant to the Oscar de la Hoya & Microsoft Learning Center.  Learn More ...
Search Windows Live and Raise Money for Refugees:
Through March 31, 2007, you can run MSN searches on the Click4theCause site. For each search, Microsoft will contribute to ninemillion.org.  Learn More ...
Microsoft Helps Fight Online Child Abuse in India:
Microsoft to provide Indian law enforcement agencies with technologies, tools to combat cybercrime.  Learn More ...

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