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Eric (a.k.a. TweakHound)

Thunderbird 3.1.5

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Download or update from within the program (Help / Check for Updates).

Thunderbird 3.1.5 fixes the following issues in Thunderbird 3.1.4:
* Several fixes to improve performance, stability and security, see the Security Advisory.
* Several fixes to improve the user interface and add-ons experience.

Firefox 3.6.11

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Download or update from within the program (Help / Check for Updates).

Firefox 3.6.11 fixes the following issues found in previous versions of Firefox 3.6:
* Fixed several security issues.
* Fixed several stability issues.

Windows 7 Family Pack Makes a Comeback Today

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Windows Blog – Windows 7 Family Pack Makes a Comeback Today

Starting today, customers in the United States can purchase the Windows 7 Family Pack at participating retailers and online at the Microsoft Store. This is your chance to get up to three PCs running Windows 7 Home Premium for the low price of $149.99 ERP. But act fast—Family Pack is only available while supplies last.

What it cost me:
Subtotal: $149.99
Shipping: $4.99
Tax: $7.75
Total: $162.73

Windows Live Essentials 2011

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Windows Live Essentials 2011 has been released. The best way to get it is from the web installer on this page. Offline installer is here. (source: Neowin)
Although I know some folks will find this app useful I have no interest in it. Anyone using this please let me know what you think of it.
BTW – Not available for XP.

*Update. Microsoft just put download links in the Microsoft Download Center, including links to individual apps:
Windows Live Essentials 2011
(note – The full download and web installer allow you to choose what you do or do not want to install.)
Windows Live Messenger 2011
Windows Live Photo Gallery and Movie Maker 2011
Windows Live Writer 2011
Windows Live Family Safety 2011
Windows Live Mail 2011
Windows Live Sign-in Assistant