Microsoft has a new online video site dedicated to the viewing of Microsoft/Windows related products, topics, and discussions. It is called Microsoft Video. Right now it is in beta form, so it's still a work in progress. But it already has some interesting videos posted.
In browsing just within a 10 minute period I came across a number of topics. For example, If you have Vista, there is a how to video on finding and organizing files within Vista. If you have office 2007, there is a video about the top 10 tips and tricks for maximizing Word 2007. And if you didn't know it, there is a new Internet Explorer coming out (IE 8) in beta form right now. And there is a demonstration video that talks about two cool new features within IE8 called "activities" and "WebSlices". (See below to view this video)
You can usually get a link to the video topic out to the side of the video if you want to go to that site or service page. A search function within the site lets you seek out topics too. But a search by categories makes it very useful. The categories are Audience, Products, and Solutions. You can also sort by the ratings, title, date, and number of times a video has been viewed. You can even rate and comment their videos, which gives feedback for future content.
I wouldn't say there is anything direct or specific to libraries, but all of the AALS library's are using Microsoft products. Perhaps you can learn some things that will help when teaching a class. Or picking up some tips just for your everyday uses of Windows, or looking at new technology. To view videos from within their site, you will be prompted to install an application/plugin called Silverlight.
I have included the video of the new features within IE8. Again, to view this and any of their videos, you will be prompted to install an application/plugin called Silverlight.
So grab your Starbucks or favorite beverage and enjoy an example of Microsoft Video.
If you have any comments, I would love to hear from you.
Rodney
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