Today’s download of the day is the very first beta for Windows Vista Service Pack 2. In traditional fashion, the new service pack will contain the updates previously provided by SP1 in addition to subsequent fixes. The Microsoft Windows development blog has outlined some new features that debut with today’s beta:

• Windows Vista SP2 adds Windows Search 4.0 for faster and improved relevancy in searches.
• Windows Vista SP2 contains the Bluetooth 2.1 Feature Pack supporting the most recent specification for Bluetooth Technology.
• Ability to record data on to Blu-Ray media natively in Windows Vista.
• Adds Windows Connect Now (WCN) to simplify Wi-Fi Configuration.
• Windows Vista SP2 enables the exFAT file system to support UTC timestamps, which allows correct file synchronization across time zones.

Complete instructions for obtaining the new beta and enjoying your life as a small, wheel-loving rodent can be found here.

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