The Microsoft� Windows Server� 2003 R2 Beta Team is pleased to announce the launch of Beta 2. The newest build is now available for download on BetaPlace. At this time, we would like to thank you for the time, dedication, and enthusiasm for testing that each of you has brought to the beta. Without your feedback, Microsoft� Windows Server� 2003 R2 Beta 2 would not be the product it is right now! Below is a brief outline of the events and milestones you can expect to see for the remainder of the beta:

We are pleased to announce the first of our plans for the Microsoft� Windows Server� 2003 R2 Rewards & Recognition program for their participants. While we are still working on the details, your feedback in newsgroups and BetaPlace has been instrumental in the different packages we are putting together. The overall top Microsoft� Windows Server� 2003 R2 testers can expect to receive such great items as TechNet subscriptions, assorted software packages of your choice, guaranteed Longhorn testing slots, certification manuals, t-shirts, jackets, and many more awesome things we can't talk about yet!

As always, we love to hear what you think. At any time, please feel free to post your suggestions and feedback in the newsgroup or email us directly at WSBeta@microsoft.com. Now, let's get Beta 2 rolling!!! Regards, Windows Server R2 Beta Team