Customer Reviews

Microsoft MSDN Universal 7.0 Revised - 1 Year [Old Version]

5 star:		(1)
4 star:		(0)
3 star:		(0)
2 star:		(0)
1 star:		(0)

 

 

While Microsoft has certainly made some serious mistakes in its tenure, as a developer it is hard to escape their world. WHen it comes to web applications, a good majority of the companies out there have at least some development in either ASP or .NET. This means a good developer should have a great set of tools.

With the price, MSDN is not a good buy for a hobbyist. FOr a business, however, it is the best way to go, as each developer's Office installation, developer tools and all development servers (up to 10 installations for most server products) are covered with a single license. When you add up the cost of the software, it is one of the best bargains going, esp. if you develop on a variety of Microsoft servers. (In many ways, just using Visual Studio, Office and SQL Server developer more than pay for the set).

In addition, you get monthly updates to your subscription, so you always have the latest Microsoft software.

If you do not venture into the Microsoft world, MSDN is a gigantic waste. If you do, it is the best way to fly.