November 2002 - Page 7 of 7

November 4, 2002

Maturing Fast: Microsoft Research Asia Exceeds Expectations Early and Often

The Beijing-based research center celebrates its fifth anniversary today, along with its mounting contributions to Microsoft products and computer science.

November 4, 2002

For Financial Services, Goal Is STP, Tool Is XML

To help financial institutions meet these stringent requirements, Microsoft is launching BizTalk Accelerator for Financial Services, the latest vertical industry-specific flavor of the company’s established BizTalk integration engine.

November 4, 2002

Microsoft Enables Financial Institutions to Cut Cost Of Straight-Through Processing

Microsoft Works With Key Financial Institutions and Partners to Launch BizTalk Accelerator for Financial Services,

November 4, 2002

SQL Server Bolsters Business Intelligence for Vertical Industries

Microsoft Releases Financial Services and Manufacturing Templates For SQL Server Accelerator for Business Intelligence

November 3, 2002

MSN House & Home Teams Up With National Moving Network to Provide Consumers With an Effective Way to Manage Their Moving Needs Online

Strategic Alliance Offers House & Home’s 7 Million Unique Monthly Visitors Extensive Moving and Relocation Services

November 3, 2002

MSN Autos Teams With ADP to Launch Automotive Service And Repair Center, Enabling Consumers to Conveniently Schedule Real-Time Service and Repair Appointments Online

MSN Autos Channel’s Enhanced Services Provide More Than 10 Million Unique Monthly Visitors With Access to Network of Service Centers Nationwide

November 1, 2002

Epic Adventure “Shenmue II” Arrives on Xbox With “Shenmue: The Movie” DVD

Ryo Hazuki and Fans Make the Jump to Xbox in Long-Awaited Sequel

November 1, 2002

Microsoft Responds to U.S. District Court Ruling

In response to the U.S. District Court rulings, Microsoft Corp. issued a statement.