Microsoft has set its mind on a Longhorn launch in the first half of 2006. As a result, WinFS would be further curtailed, and some database features would be added to NTFS as a compromise. The leaked memos also confirm that there will not be an XP Second Edition.
Whatever will be trimmed from Longhorn will come on the wishlist for Blackcomb, Microsoft's next OS, scheduled for 2009 or later.
Some more information about the leaked info can be found at The Register, Business Week and Anchordesk.
Posted by Patrick Van Renterghem at April 12, 2004 01:57 PM