Microsoft's Macintosh Business Unit
(Mac BU) today unveiled four new enhancements to help users of Office 2004
for Mac work even smarter: the .PST Import Tool to migrate data from
Outlook® 2001 for Mac to Entourage® 2004; updates to Entourage 2004 and the
next version of MSN® Messenger for Mac that will make collaboration in the
enterprise even easier; and fresh Office tools and templates for greater
efficiency.
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Easier Migration With .PST Import Tool
Customers requested an easier way to migrate data from Outlook 2001 for Mac
to Entourage, an e-mail and personal information manager, and the new .PST
Import Tool answers the call. To build the best possible final product,
Microsoft announced a public beta program inviting IT managers to test the
tool; their input will provide a vital influence on the product's direction.
The .PST Import Tool for Entourage 2004 beta release is now available at
http://www.microsoft.com/mac/go/beta.
Increased Exchange Support for Entourage 2004
Microsoft built enhanced Microsoft Exchange Server support into Entourage
2004 and will expand it further with an update to Entourage this year.
Enterprise customers will benefit from improvements that allow viewing of
multiple calendars and increased integration with the Global Address List
(GAL). Enhancements also include better server and client synchronization
and permissions, as well as improved public folder experience and mailbox
quota management tools. This update will be released during the second half
of 2005.
Improved Communication With MSN Messenger for Mac Version 5.0
MSN Messenger for Mac 5.0 will enable real-time communication and easier
collaboration for corporate Mac users. Some of the key features included in
the next version are improved security and the ability to add users listed
in a company's GAL or corporate address book. The latest version also will
enable users to view both personal and corporate messaging accounts from >> one
location. MSN Messenger for Mac 5.0 is expected during the first half of
2005.
Innovative Tools for Working Smarter
Microsoft continually looks for new ways to provide its customers with
additional returns on their software investment, because the decision to
acquire Office means they are making an investment in their work or
business. To provide customers with even more value, the Mac BU today
launched Job Tools, a free online resource for job-specific tips, expert
articles and customizable templates to further extend Office 2004. Phase >> one
of the program delivers resources for K-12 teachers, marketing professionals
and small-business owners. Additional occupations will be added as Mac BU
gathers input from users. Customers may visit
http://www.microsoft.com/mac
for more information.
