Wave Issue 0502 1/14/05 Article 6-01

***Microsoft Previews Valuable Tools for Office for Mac Customers

MACWORLD EXPO
SAN FRANCISCO
Jan. 11

The customer has spoken. Inspired by user input and requests,
Microsoft's Macintosh Business Unit (Mac BU) has unveiled four
new enhancements to help users of Office 2004 for Mac work even
smarter: the .PST Import Tool to migrate data from Outlook 2001
for Mac to Entourage 2004; updates to Entourage 2004 and the next
version of MSN Messenger for Mac that will make collaboration in
the enterprise even easier; and fresh Office tools and templates
for greater efficiency.

Microsoft is also working closely with Apple Computer Corp. to
ensure that Microsoft Office for Mac can take advantage of new
features in Mac OS X version 10.4 "Tiger," such as Spotlight and
sync services when available in the first half of 2005.

Easier Migration With .PST Import Tool

Customers requested an easier way to migrate data from Outlook
2001 for Mac to Entourage, an e-mail and personal information
manager, and the new .PST Import Tool answers the call. To build
the best possible final product, Microsoft announced a public
beta program inviting IT managers to test the tool; their input
will provide a vital influence on the product's direction. The
.PST Import Tool for Entourage 2004 beta release is now available
at

www.microsoft.com/mac/go/beta

Increased Exchange Support for Entourage 2004

Microsoft built enhanced Microsoft Exchange Server support into
Entourage 2004 and will expand it further with an update to
Entourage this year. Enterprise customers will benefit from
improvements that allow viewing of multiple calendars and
increased integration with the Global Address List (GAL).
Enhancements also include better server and client
synchronization and permissions, as well as improved public
folder experience and mailbox quota management tools. This update
will be released during the second half of 2005.

Improved Communication With MSN Messenger for Mac Version 5.0

MSN Messenger for Mac 5.0 will enable real-time communication and
easier collaboration for corporate Mac users. Some of the key
features included in the next version are improved security and
the ability to add users listed in a company's GAL or corporate
address book. The latest version also will enable users to view
both personal and corporate messaging accounts from one location.
MSN Messenger for Mac 5.0 is expected during the first half of
2005.

Innovative Tools for Working Smarter

Microsoft continually looks for new ways to provide its customers
with additional returns on their software investment, because the
decision to acquire Office means they are making an investment in
their work or business. To provide customers with even more
value, the Mac BU today launched Job Tools, a free online
resource for job-specific tips, expert articles and customizable
templates to further extend Office 2004. Phase one of the program
delivers resources for K-12 teachers, marketing professionals and
small- business owners. Additional occupations will be added as
Mac BU gathers input from users.

www.microsoft.com/mac