DOCUMENT:Q98725 20-JUL-1993 [W_NT] TITLE :Frequently Asked Questions: General Information PRODUCT :Windows NT PROD/VER:3.10 OPER/SYS:WINDOWS KEYWORDS: -------------------------------------------------------------------- The information in this article applies to: - Microsoft Windows NT operating system version 3.1 -------------------------------------------------------------------- Summary: The following information was taken from the Windows NT and Windows NT Advanced Server Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document that is available on CompuServe in the WINNT forum. This article contains the General Information section, including the following topics: - Windows NT Support via an Internet Address - Development Issues Belong in the MSWIN32 Forum - Making a Suggestion to be Added to Windows NT - Security Certification Specifications - Obtaining SNA Server for Windows NT Beta SDK - Obtaining SNA Server for Windows NT Beta More Information: Question: Is there an Internet address that I can submit questions to? Answer: No - at least not with full Microsoft support. The only official location for support from Microsoft is on CompuServe in the WINNT and MSWIN32 forums. However, there are several other places where you can get some peer support, (including some MS personnel in their own time). These include the ntdev@alfalfa.com mailing list (send mail to ntdev-request@alfalfa.com to join) and the comp.os.ms-windows.programmer.win32 newsgroup on UseNet. Please remember that these are not official venues for support, and, as a result, support is not guaranteed; the level of support you receive may vary. Development Issues Belong in the MSWIN32 Forum ---------------------------------------------- Question: Where should I ask questions about the WIN32 SDK? Can I ask them in the WINNT Forum? Answer: WIN32 SDK programming questions are answered in the MSWIN32 Forum. WINNT is dedicated for end-user issues about Windows NT (for example, installing the Windows NT operating system itself), while MSWIN32 is dedicated to developer issues about Windows NT ( installing the Development Tools portion of the WIN32 SDK for Windows NT, API questions, etc.). The more closely you follow this policy the easier and faster it will be for all forum members to get the information and help they need. Thanks! Making a Suggestion to be Added to Windows NT --------------------------------------------- Question: I would really like to see a feature added to Windows NT. How do I go about making this suggestion? Is there a procedure in place to make such suggestions? Answer: Microsoft is always interested in hearing your commentary and suggestions. You can file a report for suggestions by using the SUGGST.TXT from Library 3 on Compuserve. Once this file is uploaded, it will be passed to the Windows NT development team so they can evaluate the suggestion. Security Certification Specifications ------------------------------------- Question: How can I obtain the security certification specifications? Answer: For information on operating system security certification specifications, contact the following source: National Computer Security Conference (NCSC): (202) 783-3238 The following documents are available: - The Orange Book (Trusted Computer System Evaluation Criteria). This document explains standalone operating system security ratings and requirements. - Red Book (Trusted Network Interpretation). This document extends to security ratings in networks. NCSC has many other informative publications. Costs are minimal (approximately $3.00 U.S.). Obtaining SNA Server for Windows NT Beta SDK -------------------------------------------- Question: How can I obtain SNA Server for Windows NT Beta SDK? Answer: Distribution of Microsoft SNA Server for Windows NT SDK, April Beta, is currently available to any SNA ISV (independent software vendor) or IHV (independent hardware vendor) classified as a "commercial" developer of SNA software or hardware. You can obtain the April Beta SDK at no charge. Only sites with the Windows NT beta (SDK or End User) can be considered for the SNA Server for Windows NT beta program. If you wish to register your interest in the program, send mail the following Internet email alias: winntsna@microsoft.com Or, from CompuServe, send a message using the following address: >internet:winntsna@microsoft.com Please include the following information: Name: Company Name: Title: Address (no P.O. boxes): Phone Number: SNA products your company develops: Please briefly state why you would like to participate in the Beta: Note: Microsoft will seriously consider all inquiries, but there is no guarantee that you will been enrolled in the Beta program. Obtaining SNA Server for Windows NT Beta ---------------------------------------- Question: How can I obtain SNA Server for Windows NT? Answer: Distribution of Microsoft SNA Server for Windows NT, April Beta, is currently available to a limited number of beta sites. If you wish to enter the SNA Server beta program you need to contact the Microsoft field sales office or Microsoft subsidiary nearest you. Note: Only sites with the Windows NT beta (SDK or End User) can be considered for the SNA Server for Windows NT beta program. Additional reference words: 3.10 ============================================================================= THE INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THE MICROSOFT KNOWLEDGE BASE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. MICROSOFT DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL MICROSOFT CORPORATION OR ITS SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES WHATSOEVER INCLUDING DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS OR SPECIAL DAMAGES, EVEN IF MICROSOFT CORPORATION OR ITS SUPPLIERS HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SO THE FOREGOING LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY. Copyright Microsoft Corporation 1993.