Microsoft Security Essentials Ongoing Beta


Recommended Posts

Microsoft Security Essentials ongoing beta begins

The Microsoft Security Essentials (MSE) Ongoing Beta Program has started letting testers in and is already handing out build 1.0.1676.0. MSE is so far available in 39 markets.

mse_1676.png

As expected, Microsoft has started sending out e-mails to testers accepted into the Microsoft Security Essentials (MSE) Ongoing Beta Program. This beta is supposed to have new private beta builds and a much bigger number of participants. Indeed, Microsoft has already given testers build 1.0.1676.0, which is available for Windows XP 32-bit (8.62MB), Windows Vista/7 32-bit (4.29MB), and Windows Vista/7 64-bit (4.72MB); every installer grew by 0.01MB.

Here's the full body of the e-mail:

The Microsoft Security Essentials Ongoing Beta Program needs you!

Interested in joining the fight against viruses, spyware, and other PC health dangers? Help improve Microsoft Security Essentials, Microsoft?s new antimalware solution for consumers, by becoming an Ongoing Beta program tester. As part of the Microsoft Security Essentials Ongoing Beta program, you will have the opportunity to explore new builds before the public sees them, submit bugs, and give feedback. Your feedback helps Microsoft to make its software and services the best that they can.

If you are interested, please click on the link below, sign-in with Live ID/password and install the Ongoing Beta build.

CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE Microsoft Security Essentials Ongoing Beta Program

Best Regards,

Microsoft Security Essentials Team

After clicking on the link, Microsoft asks the potential tester to fill out a one-question survey: "Which Operating System do you use?" with the following options: Windows XP, Windows Vista, or Windows 7. If you haven't received this e-mail yet, don't worry, Microsoft is promising to notify everyone who got accepted by November 1, 2009. If you are not selected to participate in the beta by then, Microsoft promises you will have an opportunity to participate in a Customer Preview Program next year.

Unfortunately for testers, Microsoft requires that they uninstall MSE before installing the new build:

Microsoft Security Essentials is already installed on your computer. To install this version of the program on your computer, you'll need to remove the existing version first, and then try to run this setup wizard again.

Once they've done that, they can install the new build. A quick run through the user interface reveals no major changes, meaning Microsoft is simply tweaking and fixing what they already have.

MSE is Microsoft's newly released, free, real-time consumer antimalware solution. The last beta build that was available to testers was 1.0.1500.0, and at the time of writing it is still up for grabs on Microsoft Connect. When MSE was released in September 2009, the final build number was 1.0.1611.0 and pretty much everyone who downloaded the suite is now using this build. Microsoft has thus been hard at work: at least 65 new builds have been compiled between the release and this weekend's beta build, though the minor change in the build number confirms what we already: nothing major has been changed.

In related news, with the release of Windows 7, Microsoft made MSE available in 19 additional markets: Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Columbia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Puerto Rico, Slovenia, Trinidad & Tobago, Uruguay, and Venezuela. This means the security solution is now available in 39 markets. Here are the original 20: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Singapore, Spain, Switzerland, the UK, and the US.

Source

Edited by Wanderermy
I got the same e-mail, but there is no link.

In my Connect profile, I opted to receive plaintext e-mail. It looks like the link was just stripped out when it was converted to text, since it doesn't appear in the source viewer either.

Same here. Anyone gonna post this to the fail blogs?

Yeap, Just submitted that survey a few minutes ago, and I agree scanning times are just too long, my full scan started at 1AM finished today in the morning around 6:30AM true I have a lot of files and three big hard drives, but ESET would do them a lot quicker, Looking forward in helping them with beta testing to improve this.

anyone have this issue when u try to dl

The system has encountered an unexpected error. We apologize for the inconvenience. The issue will be addressed as quickly as possible.

If this error continues, click the Help link at the top of the page to report the issue and include this error ID in your e-mail

anyone have this issue when u try to dl

The system has encountered an unexpected error. We apologize for the inconvenience. The issue will be addressed as quickly as possible.

If this error continues, click the Help link at the top of the page to report the issue and include this error ID in your e-mail

Yeah can't download the 64-bit version here either, I'm sure they'll sort it out soon.

anyone have this issue when u try to dl

The system has encountered an unexpected error. We apologize for the inconvenience. The issue will be addressed as quickly as possible.

If this error continues, click the Help link at the top of the page to report the issue and include this error ID in your e-mail

Same here, will try later.

Did you guys notice this? :laugh:

348f9202-60bb-4b81-b311-c6a970ee5da2.jpg

The Microsoft ?Security Essentials Ongoing Beta Brogram needs you! >

Interested in joining the fight against viruses, spyware, and other PC health dangers? Help improve Microsoft? Security Essentials, Microsoft?s new antimalware solution for consumers, by becoming an ongoing beta program tester. As part of the Microsoft Security Essentials Ongoing Beta program, you will have the opportunity to explore new builds before the public sees them, submit bugs, and give feedback. Your feedback heMicrosoft to make its software and services the best that they can.

Weird tthey missed such an in-your-face obvious typo!

anyone else have the issue where u cant download the file? im trying to dl the w7 64bit one but it says sry file cannot be downloaded or something like that in red text

I can't download the 64bit version either (standalone or using FTM).

Try this link.

You have to uninstall MSE before installing the beta.

unfortunately i get error

The content that you requested cannot be  found or you do not have permission to view it.

if someone can send me an invite i would be grateful

This topic is now closed to further replies.
  • Recently Browsing   0 members

    • No registered users viewing this page.
  • Posts

    • Slight change of pace for me! Gunnar & the Grizzly Boys - Standard American (Official)  
    • draw.io Desktop 30.2.4 by Razvan Serea draw.io desktop is a downloadable security-first diagramming application that runs on Windows, MacOS and Linux. Creating diagrams in the desktop app doesn’t need an internet connection. This is useful when you are disconnected or when you must create diagrams in a highly secure environment, where data protection is of the utmost importance. When you use the draw.io desktop app, your diagrams will be stored on your local device. Because this is a stand-alone application, also designed to run offline, there are no interfaces to cloud storage platforms available. Of course, you can still store your diagrams in folders that are synchronised to your cloud storage if you wish. Easy-to-use diagram editor The draw.io apps work just like the office and drawing tools you are used to using. Drag and drop shapes from the shape libraries and drag to draw connectors between them. Drag connectors to add waypoints and set a precise shape and position, or let them reroute automatically. Double click and start typing to add a label to anything. Create tables and swimlane flows with a familiar tool. Style shapes and connectors with customisable palettes, sketch options, fonts and text formatting tools. Search for shapes, including in open-source icon libraries. Use our vast libraries of shapes and templates, organised into logical categories, to create a range of diagrams and infographics. Generate diagrams from text descriptions using our smart templates. Diagram faster with keyboard shortcuts. draw.io Desktop 30.2.4 changelog: Uses electron 42.4.1 Updates to draw.io core 30.2.4. Download: draw.io 64-bit | Standalone ~100.0 MB (Open Source) Download: draw.io 32-bit | ARM64 | ARM64 Standalone Links: draw.io Home Page | Project page @GitHub | Screenshot Get alerted to all of our Software updates on Twitter at @NeowinSoftware
    • Microsoft will soon allow some users to block Copilot from analyzing their Office files by Usama Jawad Microsoft Purview is a pretty useful data governance, security, and management service that allows customers to gain enhanced visibility and control over their content. It's meant for commercial customers, such as organizations that are storing data at scale. As AI continues to expand and infiltrate every corner of a firm, many are a bit conscious about the technology gaining access to their confidential data. Microsoft is now making a configuration change that will allow such customers to rest easy. Right now, users within an organization have the option to apply Purview sensitivity labels (when available) to secure certain files and label them as such. For example, if you apply the "Confidential" label on an Excel file, the file will be encrypted, and a "confidential" watermark will be applied to it. So, if this file is shared with anyone, they are aware that its access is supposed to be restricted. Up until now, Microsoft was allowing some connected experiences, like its AI services, to analyze files, regardless of their sensitivity label. This is of major concern to most organizations, as a recent example highlighted how confidential emails with data loss prevention (DLP) policies like privacy labels were being uploaded to Copilot for analysis. As such, Microsoft is updating an existing Purview data label sensitivity setting that prevents "some connected experiences that analyze content", from being blocked completely from doing this. The label isn't changing, but the blocking is now being enforced across all connected services (including Copilot and other AI tools), and now extends to Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Files with the label applied already will get this enhancement automatically too once it becomes available. Microsoft has urged IT admins to inform their respective helpdesk and compliance teams, update internal documentation, and review sensitivity labels to ensure that they meet their respective compliance needs. This change is tagged as MC1297982 in the Message Center. General availability is scheduled to begin in a phased manner soon and will complete by the end of next month. That said, it is important to note that this only applies to commercial customers who have a license that allows them to use Purview.
    • llamas are unruly going haywire in New Guinea.
    • The Persuasion Engine: How Any Business Can Use AI-Powered Neuromarketing —was $28 now free by Steven Parker Claim your complimentary copy (worth $35) of "The Persuasion Engine: How Any Business Can Use AI-Powered Neuromarketing to Understand and Win Customers" for free, before the offer ends on June 24. Description The Persuasion Engine, by neuromarketing and behavioral science expert Roger Dooley, solves the most pressing challenge faced by every marketer: how to figure out why customers make the decisions they do when 95% of their thought processes occur at an unconscious level. Dooley explains how artificial intelligence democratizes sophisticated neuromarketing tools that were once available only to Fortune 500 companies, making powerful customer insight and persuasion techniques accessible to businesses of any size. The book walks you through the evolution of traditional neuromarketing into ”Neuromarketing 2.0,” where AI-powered tools eliminate the need for expensive lab studies and human behavioral science experts. It offers a comprehensive roadmap for implementing eye tracking, facial coding, biometrics, implicit testing, and advanced AI behavioral techniques that dramatically improve marketing effectiveness while reducing costs and time investment. Inside the book, you’ll find: Revolutionary AI prompting strategies that bring world-class behavioral science expertise to your desktop Practical frameworks for leveraging attention, emotion, credibility, and decision architecture to boost conversions Step-by-step guidance for implementing biometric tools and implicit testing without laboratory resources Advanced techniques for creating scarcity, urgency, and FOMO that drive immediate customer action Comprehensive methods for auditing and enhancing empathy in customer communications Perfect for marketing professionals, business owners, entrepreneurs, and anyone with a stake in customer acquisition and retention, The Persuasion Engine provides actionable strategies that will transform your approach to marketing. Whether you're working on a shoestring or managing enterprise campaigns, you'll discover how to use your customers' non-conscious motivations and create compelling marketing that work on real people in the real world. How to download for free Please ensure you read the terms and conditions to claim this offer. Complete and verifiable information is required in order to receive this free offer. If you have previously made use of these offers, you will not need to re-register. Was $28, but is now FREE | Below free offer link expires on June 24. The Persuasion Engine: How Any Business Can Use AI-Powered Neuromarketing to Understand and Win Customers The below offers are also available for free in exchange for your (work) email: The Vibe Coding Playbook: Building Your Tech Business with AI ($35 Value) FREE - Expires 6/23 The Persuasion Engine: How Any Business Can Use AI-Powered Neuromarketing to Understand and Win Customers ($28 Value) FREE - Expires 6/24 How to Do More with Less: Future-Proofing Yourself in an AI-driven Economy ($28 Value) FREE - Expires 6/30 Cloud Security Fundamentals: Building the Foundations for Secure Cloud Platforms ($131.95 Value) FREE - Expires 7/1 The Complete Free AI Learning: Master ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini & More ($21 Value) FREE How to Build an AI Design Workflow with Gamma ($21 Value) FREE The Ultimate Linux Newbie Guide – Featured Free content Python Notes for Professionals – Featured Free content Learn Linux in 5 Days – Featured Free content Quick Reference Guide for Cybersecurity – Featured Free content We post these because we earn commission on each lead so as not to rely solely on advertising, which many of our readers block. It all helps toward paying staff reporters, servers and hosting costs. Other ways to support Neowin The above deal not doing it for you, but still want to help? Check out the links below. Check out our partner software in the Neowin Store Buy a T-shirt at Neowin's Threadsquad Subscribe to Neowin - for $14 a year, or $28 a year for an ad-free experience Disclosure: An account at Neowin Deals is required to participate in any deals powered by our affiliate, StackCommerce. For a full description of StackCommerce's privacy guidelines, go here. Neowin benefits from shared revenue of each sale made through the branded deals site.
  • Recent Achievements

    • Week One Done
      Eurosoft10 earned a badge
      Week One Done
    • One Month Later
      Eurosoft10 earned a badge
      One Month Later
    • One Year In
      Skeet Campbell earned a badge
      One Year In
    • One Month Later
      Sharbel earned a badge
      One Month Later
    • First Post
      BizSAR earned a badge
      First Post
  • Popular Contributors

    1. 1
      +primortal
      589
    2. 2
      +Edouard
      190
    3. 3
      Michael Scrip
      76
    4. 4
      PsYcHoKiLLa
      75
    5. 5
      neufuse
      72
  • Tell a friend

    Love Neowin? Tell a friend!