Microsoft Developer Network - Terms of Use

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to the Microsoft Developer Network (MSDN) website. By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use, as well as our Privacy Statement. If you do not agree with any of these terms, please do not use this website. Microsoft reserves the right to change these Terms of Use at any time without prior notice.

2. Use of Content

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3. Intellectual Property

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4. User Conduct

You are solely responsible for your conduct and any data that you upload, post, or transmit through this website. You agree not to:

• Post or transmit any content that is unlawful, harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, vulgar, obscene, or otherwise objectionable.
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7. Limitation of Liability

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8. Governing Law

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9. Contact Us

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