Microsoft Developer Network (MSDN) - Terms of Use

1. Acceptance of Terms

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2. Use of Services

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3. Intellectual Property

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4. User-Generated Content

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7. Modifications to Terms

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8. Governing Law

These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Washington, USA, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.