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Microsoft Announces MapPoint 2004

Microsoft Corp. recently announced the availability of Microsoft(R) MapPoint(R) 2004 North America and Microsoft MapPoint 2004 European Edition, the latest versions of its business mapping and location-based data visualization software at the National Entrepreneurial Convention & Expo in Washington and GeoSolutions 2003 in London.

MapPoint 2004 business mapping software, a standalone application that complements the Microsoft Office System, addresses the growing need among businesses for an easy-to-use tool that helps them locate customers and prospects, analyze data and trends, and discover risks and opportunities. Improvements over previous versions include greatly expanded and updated demographic data, the addition of consumer profile data, updated and enhanced map coverage, improved driving directions, enhanced Global Positioning System (GPS) support, and additional customization capabilities.

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