File-sharing with Microsoft Max
If you haven't seen the Max demo or the video on Channel 9 yet, do it. The Max stuff is available for download on http://www.microsoft.com/max as well. As I understand it, you can only share photos so far with Max, but the technology sure lets you share all kinds of data - music, video... I love how Microsoft is making it easier for people to start sharing large data without the need for large ftp accounts :)
What is Max? This is what the Max-webby says:
"Microsoft® Codename Max is not like any other product. That's because it's not a product—it's your opportunity to try an exciting new user experience from Microsoft. Max is built on the next-generation WinFX Runtime Components technology that will drive the development of Windows Vista® applications. Today Max lets you make lists of your photos and turn them into beautiful slide shows to share with your family and friends. Tomorrow...who knows?"
UPDATE: Note that Max is not supported on any of the public Vista builds, so you have to run it om WinXP SP2 it seems. Also, some useful information about Max compatibility with older and newer versions of .NET and WinFX, taken from the Max web:
At this time, Max supports only the September CTP of the WinFX Runtime Components, which includes a Beta 2 version of the Microsoft .NET Framework.
What if I have an older version?
You must uninstall all previous versions of the WinFX Runtime Components and the Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 Beta before you install Max.Note: If you have WinFX Runtime Components Beta 1 installed, you must also remove "Avalon" and "Indigo" via Add and Remove Programs. You should also follow these instructions to remove Windows Workflow Components Beta 1.
What if I have a newer version?
At this time Max does not support newer versions of the WinFX Runtime Components or the Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0. Stay tuned for a Max update that will support these versions.