Microsoft is currently building the next version of Windows, code-named "Longhorn." "Longhorn" is being designed to provide the foundation for a new industry wave of innovation—ultimately enabling businesses to use technology more effectively, with far fewer barriers, while enabling customers to better realize the full benefits of technology.
"Longhorn" will provide advancements in the following key areas:
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A strong focus on the fundamentals of the operating system, including advancements in reliability, performance, deployment, and ease of use.
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Major improvements to help PC users to work smarter and provide exciting new experiences for home users.
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The next-generation developer platform to make it easier for developers to create breakthrough applications.
We're listening closely to our customers and, whether you're using a PC at work, at home, or are a member of the Windows developer community, "Longhorn" promises to deliver unparalleled innovations—truly bringing the world of Windows users into the digital decade.
Microsoft Announces 2006 Target Date for Broad Availability of "Longhorn"
See the latest news about Windows "Longhorn."
Longhorn Developer Center on MSDN
Software developers can use the resources in the Longhorn Developer Center to find out more about the "Longhorn" wave of applications and how to take full advantage of the capabilities "Longhorn" will enable.
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/longhorn/default.mspx
I don't know why but I seem to be looking forward to it. As far as I know you need quite a bit of ram and a beefy graphics card because there are lots of "visuals".
.....but "Longhorn"??