Microsoft Connect - get involved early!

The Microsoft Connect site is a connection point between you and Microsoft, and ultimately the larger community.

You can participate in Microsoft Connect in several ways, such as downloading the latest software and written material, taking surveys, exchanging ideas in newsgroup forums, and, most importantly, providing and reviewing feedback about your experiences. Your feedback enables Microsoft to make software and services the best that they can be, and you can learn about and contribute to exciting projects. You can find out further details about how to participate below.

  • Join a connection and a program
  • Download software
  • Report a bug / make suggestions
  • Get solutions from others
  • Vote for what's important to you
  • Discuss a topic
  • Take a survey

Getting Started

In order to access the Microsoft Connect site you must have a valid Microsoft Live ID.   If you do not have a Microsoft Live ID you can create one from this website by clicking on Sign-In and then selecting 'Sign-Up Now".

Get started - access the Microsoft Connect site now. Once you are signed in, simply navigate to the Connection Directory to add yourself to one of the many programs.