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Microsoft Already Looking Beyond Server 2008

...but of course! We'll be seeing Windows Server 2008 R2 by 2009, according to this piece:

LOS ANGELES--Microsoft said Wednesday that the follow-on to its Windows Server 2008 operating system will be an interim release due to arrive in 2009.

The software maker offered few details on Windows Server 2008 R2, other than to say the interim update will be offered only in a 64-bit version.

"We're thinking about what we'll do next," Windows Server general manager Bill Laing said...

...speaking at the Windows Hardware and Engineering Conference (WinHEC) here. The plan sticks to one laid out by server and tools unit boss Bob Muglia some time ago that calls for the server unit to release a major version of its operating system every four years and a more minor release every two years.

The initial Windows Server 2008 release, due to be finalized late this year, will be offered in 32-bit and 64-bit versions, though Laing said it will be the last server operating system to come in a 32-bit version.

Read the full version of the article at: http://news.com.com/Microsoft+looks+beyond+Windows+Server+2008/2100-1012_3-6184247.html

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Greg Shields, is an independent author, instructor, and IT consultant based in Denver, Colorado, and a co-founder of Concentrated Technology. With nearly 15 years of experience in information technology, Greg has developed extensive experience in systems administration, engineering, and architecture specializing in Microsoft systems management, remote application, and virtualization technologies. Greg is a Contributing Editor for Redmond Magazine, MCPmag.com, and Virtualization Review Magazine and is the author of five books, including Windows Server 2008:  What’s New / What’s Changed. Greg is also a highly sought-after instructor and speaker, speaking regularly at conferences like TechMentor Events, and producing computer-based training curriculum for CBT Nuggets.  Greg is a recipient of Microsoft "Most Valuable Professional" award with a specialization in Windows Terminal Services.