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The long awaited bits of Visual Studio 2005 Beta 2 are now available. A press release can be found here and MSDN subscribers can get them online. Make sure to read this page if you want to upgrade your system from a previous build of Visual Studio 2005 to Beta 2 as automatic updates from one beta to another is hardly ever automatic...

Another good source is "TheBetaExperience"

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Join us on the Beta Experience journey to discover the new features of Visual Studio 2005. You will receive the latest beta versions of Visual Studio 2005 Team System and SQL Server 2005, and additionally a hands-on comprehensive training project to help you get the most out of Beta 2. The Beta Experience will also ensure you stay up-to-date with Visual Studio 2005 all the way from beta until launch through the Beta Experience newsletter - bringing you expert insights, resources and local event announcements.
The Beta Experience will be available in the EMEA Region (Europe, Middle-East and Africa) from the 25th of April.

What can you expect from the Beta Experience?

• Visual Studio 2005 Team System Beta 2

• Team Foundation Server Beta 2

• WeFly247 training DVD

• SQL Server 2005 Standard Edition Community Technology Preview

• The Beta Experience newsletter (6-weekly, terminated with the launch of the final version of Visual Studio 2005)

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