Commerce Server 2006 Beta 1 is now available as a download - learn how Commerce Server 2006 builds on the core architecture of Commerce Server 2002 and makes tremendous strides in connected commerce, customer satisfaction, and Windows Server System integration.

As a beta team member you will be able to download and test the Commerce Server 2006 Beta. Simply register to participate and you will receive the necessary instructions to install and help test Commerce Server 2006 Beta 1.

To sign up, please follow these steps:
　• Go to Microsoft Connect and log on with your Microsoft Passport network account.
　• On the "Available Programs" page, click Apply next to Commerce Server 2006 Public Beta.
　• Complete the required steps in the registration process.
　• You will receive e-mail notification after the beta access request is approved. You will then be able to log on to Microsoft Connect and access the beta download, post feedback, and join newsgroups.