Microsoft recently announced that it plans to develop a new version of its Outlook email client for Apple computers to replace its Mac-based Entourage product. 

This will allow Mac users to fully integrate their Exchange mailboxes, public folders, contacts, and calendars into their OS 10.6 Snow Leopard OS’s when released.

The application will also include information rights management with cross-platform support. The technology will allow users of Outlook on Mac and Windows to share confidential information on either platform. Features such as flagging messages, creating and accessing public folders and managed folders, and category sync will all be cross-platform as well.  Outlook 2010 for Mac will be available sometime this 2009 Holiday Season.

Apple is also releasing its newest Operation System – 10.6 (Snow Leopard) sometime this coming September, which will feature full Active Sync integration with Exchange.  Application such as Address Book and iCal will now synchronize with Exchange 2007 Global Address Lists and Calendars.

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