We interrupt VISTA week for this very important announcement from Windows Messenger.

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How do I download the videos?

• To download, right click the file type you would like and pick “Save target as…” or “Save link as…”

Why should I download videos from Channel9?

• It's an easy way to save the videos you like locally.
• You can save the videos in order to watch them offline.
• If all you want is to hear the audio, you can download the MP3!

Which version should I choose?

• If you want to view the video on your PC, Xbox or Media Center, download the High Quality WMV file (this is the highest quality version we have available).
• If you'd like a lower bitrate version, to reduce the download time or cost, then choose the Medium Quality WMV file.
• If you have a Zune, WP7, iPhone, iPad, or iPod device, choose the low or medium MP4 file.
• If you just want to hear the audio of the video, choose the MP3 file.

Right click “Save as…”

• High Quality WMV (PC, Xbox, MCE)
• MP3 (Audio only)
• Mid Quality WMV (Lo-band, Mobile)
• MP4 (iPod, Zune HD)
• WMV (WMV Video)

Windows Live Messenger is launching a revolutionary initiative to give back. I’m excited to let you know that today in the U.S. they launched the “i'm Initiative,” which connects users of Windows Live Messenger with nine of the world’s most significantcauses and the leading non-profit organizations associated with them.

The more conversations customers have, the more money will go toward these urgent social issues. Microsoft will share a portion of the program’s advertising revenue with the user’s chosen organization, and will guarantee that each organization receives a minimum of $100,000 in donations during the first year of the program.

There is no upper limit, so greater usage can increase the contributions. It's a brilliant idea. Watch this video and sign up at im.live.com so you can start making a difference RIGHT NOW.