Dennis Chung's Blog

I had the privilege of presenting on Hyper-V yesterday in Microsoft Office's Auditorium. Hosters need not be web hosters. We move into a new generation of computing capabilities. Hosting is not longer just a business for web hosters. If you work in an organization and you run a datacenter, you know what, you're doing hosting too.

In Microsoft, we believe in providing you the enabler to to achieve Dynamic IT. Hyper-V, the virtualization offering in Windows Server 2008, is a huge enabler in that directions.

If you missed the presentation, i am sharing the Slide Deck for the session here.

Just as a reminder, if you are implementing Hyper-V, you qualify to receive the benefits of {Insiders} TSP.

/Dennis

/Dennis

Don't we all love those F1 girls posing beside the racers?
Well, we never have a chance to understand them.

Now is your chance. Singtel's been working on a Singtel Grid Girls Heart Race!!
See if your personality is closely matched to the girl you fancy.

If you have a high match to the girl you like, you're in for a pleasant surprise!! ;-)

http://www.singtelrace.com/SingTel-Grid-Girls_Heart-Race.aspx
You could win a pair of tickets to F1 race and an Xbox360.

The site is powered by Silverlight technologies.

/Dennis

Ask yourself these questions:-

Have you always wanted to have a chance up there on the stage?

Be a renown speaker in your field of expertise in IT?

Just want to give it a shot at speaking on stage?

A chance to win prizes by speaking?

If you answer is YES to any of those, here's your chance.

You now have a chance to stand in front of hundreds of your peers, on stage, sharing your passion for Technology. Announcing Tech.Ed Speaker Idol !!!

Afterhours, 5 of you will compete against each other for a chance in the FINALS. The winner will win a Home Theatre System worth RM1,500 AND will get an opportunity to present in an upcoming local Microsoft event!

The theme for the demo is: Showcase your digital lifestyle through Windows Vista® and Windows Live

You find more information about rules and the theme at the website

/Dennis

Software + Services competition. This is a great change for you to learn about Software+Services by taking part in competition in creating a video. You get a chance to go to Macau!!

What we want you to do is to spread the word about Software-plus-Services. All you need is a video camera, this script, and lots of creativity! First prize is a trip to Macau, where you will stay at the Venetian Hotel!!!

For rules and conditions, check the website....

/Dennis

Believe in giving back to the society? Well, Microsoft does. I made an earlier posting about Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. They are in line with giving back to the society.

Having been in Microsoft Singapore in the past 10 months, I realize that the organization isn't just about making money, its about realizing potential. I do recall a video during the Windows 2003 Server Launch event, where it focuses on realizing potential.

Many of us do not realize that, no matter how "not so well off" we are, there are often, in fact, always people who are not as privileged as us. Its been spurring me to do my every bit for charity. Have you?

I know of this MVP, Chong Ai Chung. For Charity, he has shaven his head bald once at Suntec City in a bid to raise funds for a Charity. Can't remember which charity though, but he was on national TV.

Come 10th May2008, Microsoft Singapore is doing its big for Charity. Supporting the President's Challenge, Microsoft in the past years, has donated over $6 million in cash and kind to more than 200 Singapore charitable organizations. This year is no different. In a mini event, Microsoft Singapore has raised $400,000. We want to bring the bar higher.

You can do your bit for charity, download the full brochure here. I have donated, have you?

If you like to find out more and put forward your support, visit http://www.microsoft.com/singapore/citizenship/charity.mspx

/Dennis

Phew, this set was tough to negotiate. Anyone whom has been serious about administering Windows Server in the enterprise will know that Resource Kits are like a must-have.

http://www.microsoft.com/mspress/books/10345.aspx

However, many people find that the resource kit is super-expensive. I used to share that sentiments. Now, this is what i manage to negotiate. For my communities, i have arranged for a mass order. ;-) If i collect minimum 10 orders, the set will be available to me for SGD$288 Nett each.

Normal retail price: SGD$428. Trust me, you will never get this price anywhere else.

If we amass the order quick enough, we can pick up the book on the coming community event http://heroes.sgwindowsgroup.org

To place your order, http://sgwindowsgroup.org/forums/thread/5818.aspx
This offer is only valid through ordering via the above URL. You need to be a member of Singapore Windows IT Pro User Group. Membership in the group is free.

/Dennis

Calling all Singapore Community Members

The local Microsoft Technical Communities are banding together to bring you a full day of community contents.

Please lock your Calendars for the following dates;

Date: 17th May 2008 (Saturday)
Time: 8.30am to 5.00pm
Venue: Microsoft Singapore, Level 21

If you are a member of the following communities; we want you to come.

- Singapore Windows IT Pro User Group
- Singapore SG DotNET
- Singapore SQL Server User Group
- Singapore SBS User Group

Hit this URL to find out more: http://heroes.sgwindowsgroup.org

However be warned. I am leaking this information to you now, so the site is actually quite raw.. ;-) Pardon me, but we're working on it.
Spread the word.

Oh, expect to get freebies like before.
If you are an {Insiders} Member, come with your {Insiders} Polo on, and receive this.

Alright, watch my space for more updates and how to register soon.

/Dennis