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09.08.08

New Virtual Telescope Online

Microsoft Research develops free, Web-based software for exploring and learning more about the universe

By Gregory Mone Posted 05.13.2008 at 10:02 am 1 Comment

After much anticipation, Microsoft Research today released a new, free online tool designed to open up the world of astronomy to the masses. Microsoft describes the WorldWide Telescope as a "Web 2.0 Visualization Software Environment" - but don't worry, the tool is easier to use than it is to define.

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