Microsoft Download Notifications<br />July 7, 2006<br /><br /><br /><br />Microsoft Download Notifications is a weekly mailing that points you to the latest free downloads and download-related services from Microsoft. The following offerings are now available in your preferred categories. Register now <http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=5150104> if you are not already receiving this free mailing. 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