Microsoft released the beta of Windows Vista Service Pack 2 to MSDN subscribers on Tuesday. In a few postings found on Microsoft Blogs they indicated that the service will not only update Vista, but will also work with 2008 Server.
I decided to take a peek at my MSDN account, and indeed it is available for download:
By tomorrow, anyone will be able to download and test the service pack by signing up at the Microsoft customer preview program (CPP).
In addition to fixing some bugs, a few additional features will be available:
-Windows Vista SP2 adds Windows Search 4.0 for faster and improved relevancy in searches.
-Windows Vista SP2 contains the Bluetooth 2.1 Feature Pack supporting the most recent specification for Bluetooth Technology
-Adds Windows Connect Now (WCN) to simplify Wi-Fi Configuration
–Windows Vista SP2 enables the exFAT file system to support UTC timestamps, which allows correct file synchronization across time zones
Notice how I put the last one in bold. This is an interesting improvement to this file system. exFAT is used for flash drives, and is only supported in Vista SP1. I wonder if they have any other features in mind.
I am downloading it right now, and I will tell you what I find.
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