Here are some really helpful resources directly from Autodesk:
Windows XP SP3 delayed due to a bug with Dynamics, XP SP3 & Vista SP1
http://www.crn.com/software/207403064
Microsoft Delays XP SP3 Once Again
Last Tuesday, Microsoft revealed plans to delay the release of XP SP3 to MSDN and TechNet subscribers until May 2 due to high demand for Vista SP1, but reversed its decision the following day
After numerous reports of the increased performance of Windows Vista Service Pack 1, we can now see for ourselves whether it’s true or not. It has now been released to the public via Microsoft Download Center and Windows Update.
Windows Vista SP1 (32-bit) – Download [434.5 MB]
Windows Vista SP1 (64-bit) – Download [726.5 MB]
If you are only updating one computer, please use Windows Update as it has a more appropriate download for your version that will result in a smaller download. All versions have been reported as available now on Windows Update.
UPDATE: Read the Microsoft article for “Notable Changes in Windows Vista SP1“
windows xp sp3 release candidate 2 is out!
go get it from microsoft here:
instructions: the download will add a registry entry to your computer. then proceed to Windows Update to download the latest release candidate.
I’ve gotten a lot of requests for my exam study guide on the types of questions they ask on the LEED 2.2 exam, so I’ve compiled a list of resources that most benefited me.
First of all there’s prospero’s exam notes:
http://www.areforum.org/forums/attachment.php?id=20359
These are probably the best pages to study on the USGBC website:
Test Specifications & Sample Questions:
https://www.usgbc.org/ShowFile.aspx?DocumentID=3178
CIR Guidelines:
http://www.usgbc.org/ShowFile.aspx?DocumentID=1510
Guidance on Innovation & Design (ID) Credits:
http://www.usgbc.org/Docs/LEEDdocs/IDcredit_guidance_final.pdf
Certification & Documentation Process:
http://www.usgbc.org/DisplayPage.aspx?CMSPageID=1497
Certification Process specific to LEED-NC:
http://www.usgbc.org/ShowFile.aspx?DocumentID=1108
Registration Process:
http://www.usgbc.org/DisplayPage.aspx?CMSPageID=65
LEED for New Construction:
http://www.usgbc.org/DisplayPage.aspx?CMSPageID=220
ARE forum is a great place to ask questions and get answers:
http://www.areforum.org/forums/forum12/
Other online resources:
USGBC [http://www.usgbc.org]
GBCI [http://www.gbci.org]
LEEDstudy.com [http://www.leedstudy.com/]
University of Florida [http://www.cce.ufl.edu/LEED/]
LEED education [http://www.leededucation.com/]
Flashcards [http://ppi2pass.com/ppi/PPIShop?pr=LDNCFL&ct=LEED]
LEED source [http://leedsource.com/]
A great summary table for 2.2 credits, intents, requirements, strategies, submittals, phase, etc.
http://www.areforum.org/forums/attachment.php?id=64345
*Update – 12/9/08: Please compare ALL NOTES with the latest errata to be sure it’s accurate, this data is now from 1+ year ago
For the latest errata, please check http://www.usgbc.org/
Version 2.2, 2nd Edition Errata Sheet (PDF)
Project teams are subject to errata requirements based on registration date.
Version 2.2, 3rd Edition Errata Sheet (PDF)
Project teams are subject to errata requirements based on registration date
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