New Beta of Windows Home Server Arrives

Microsoft on Wednesday released a new Community Technology Preview of Windows Home Server, the company's new version of Windows that is designed to enable families with multiple PCs connect their home computers, digital devices and printers. The beta test is currently closed, but Microsoft is still accepting applications to join.

The interim update follows February's Beta 2 release and includes a number of fixes, UI improvements and enhancements. Microsoft says it has improved the "out of box" experience with a 7-step setup process to easily configure the Home Server. Remote access and network health notifications have also been added, along with improved password settings and support for System Add-ins, which can be developed using the recently released Windows Home Server SDK.