Microsoft has launched WebsiteSpark , a new program to provide free copies of Microsoft development tools, applications and server licenses to web developers and designers for a period of three years. The program is the third and latest launch as part of the ’spark’ series to engage communities with new Microsoft products. The initial programs to launch were BizSpark , for startups, and DreamSpark, for students. What does the program provide? WebSiteSpark provides software licenses that you can use for three years at no cost. Once enrolled, you can download and immediately use the following software from Microsoft: 3 licenses of Visual Studio 2008 Professional Edition 1 license of Expression Studio 3 (which includes Expression Blend, Sketchflow, and Web) 2 licenses of Expression Web 3 4 processor licenses of Windows Web Server 2008 R2 4 processor licenses … Read entire article »