Microsoft is entering the homestretch in the development of its Windows Home Server software announcing Tuesday the release of a near complete version of the program. The WHS software is the operating system slated to be used by Hewlett-Packard's MediaSmart Server and others home storage devices expected to be sold by Gateway, LaCie, and Medion as soon as this fall....
Hardware such as HP's MediaSmart Server will offer centralized storage for up to 10 PCs, automated PC backups of multiple PCs on a network, and photo, music, and video sharing both from within and outside a home's network...

Why?
- generel improvement of PC maintenance and streamline digital-media sharing and data protection.
- Windows Live Custom Domains (to connect to remotely)
- Configure UPnP 2.0-based home Routers automatically (supported by "leading" router manufacturers)

Microsoft said that those interested in testing the new software can register on Microsoft's Web site.

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