SAN JOSE, California - Windows Embedded Server added to Microsoft’s portfolio of embedded
platforms and technologies to enable end-to-end system connectivity and
intelligent device management.

Tuesday, during an industry address at the Embedded Systems Conference
(ESC) Silicon Valley 2009, Microsoft Corp. will demonstrate the expansion of
the Windows Embedded software-plus-services platform through the addition of
Windows Embedded Server to the comprehensive Microsoft portfolio of embedded
platforms and technologies.

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With Windows Embedded Server, the Windows Embedded software-plus-services
platform provides an end-to-end technology infrastructure for simplified
security, interoperability and intelligent device management in the
enterprise. This comprehensive platform will enable new revenue channels for
Windows Embedded partners and OEMs, and address the need for real-time
operations, high availability and system interconnectivity between individual
processes and enterprise controls.

“The evolution of the Windows Embedded software-plus-services platform
with the addition of Windows Embedded Server reflects the realization of
Microsoft’s continued commitment to drive innovation and leadership in the
embedded market by fostering the next generation of smart, connected,
service-oriented devices and device services,” said Kevin Dallas, general
manager of the Windows Embedded business unit at Microsoft. “The combination
of software plus services from Windows Embedded will establish new revenue
channels for embedded OEMs and partners by utilizing Windows Embedded Server
and the complete Microsoft portfolio of embedded platforms and technologies
in scenarios such as device maintenance and support services.”

Windows Embedded Server enables OEMs to design, build and deploy
dedicated, durable server appliances that have smaller footprints, robust
networking and support for large storage, aiding in the rapid setup and
remote management capabilities of embedded devices. Based on the Microsoft
Windows Server core operating system, Windows Embedded Server utilizes
security, reliability and availability features to enable embedded device
solutions to help improve customer satisfaction and service, increase
hardware utilization and reduce the need for software updates.

Through the Windows Embedded software-plus-services platform, OEMs and
Windows Embedded partners will also have the ability to establish new revenue
channels through preventive maintenance, remote servicing and other advanced
service offerings by seamlessly integrating Windows Embedded-based devices
into existing Microsoft enterprise infrastructures. Today OEMs can work with
enterprise organizations to use System Center Configuration Manager for
remote maintenance and System Center Operations Manager for monitoring,
helping deliver preventive maintenance that will help reduce the need for
emergency calls and help avoid expenses associated with sending technicians
for every support incident.

For additional information on Windows Embedded Server and the Windows
Embedded portfolio of embedded platforms and technologies, developers can
visit www.microsoft.com/windowsembedded.

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software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize
their full potential.

Source: Microsoft Corp.

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