Exchange Server 2010 Coming Soon

Microsoft released a beta version of Exchange Server 2010 on 4-15-09. This is an indication that Exchange Server 2010 will be coming soon. Make sure your Exchange Server 2003 or 2008 has current Software Assurance to get 2010 as soon as it is released. Exchange Server 2010 promises many improvements that should make the server more stable and easier to use. The biggest improvement seems to be in the Outlook Web Access Client. With Exchange 2010, OWA will be improved to include most features on non IE browsers. If you are using Safari or Firefox you will have a similar experience to someone using IE. This will make it much easier for mobile employees and employees who need to use a variety or operating systems to quickly and easily access their mailbox. If you are interested in downloading the beta it is available on the Microsoft Download Center.

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Exchange Server 2007

Exchange Server 2007 allows access by via computer, a mobile device and even a basic telephone if there is no internet access available. With the Outlook Web Access employees can access their inbox through a web browser from anywhere with internet access. Outlook Web Access does not even require VPN to use.

Microsoft Exchange Server has also changed to become a 64-bit application. This allows users to break through past memory limitations. This allows mailboxes to grow to meet employees’ demands for more storage.