BEIJING, Feb. 13(Xinhuanet) -- Microsoft Corp.has announced partnership with Vodafone for business customers to deploy mobile messaging solutions.

    The solution is based on Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 and incorporates the Messaging and Security Feature Pack (MSFP), which includes Direct Push technology and enhanced security features.

    Microsoft's Direct Push technology means businesses can mobilise their employees current systems without the need to pay for additional and costly e-mail servers.

    Cingular Wireless, Orange, T-Mobile and Vodafone have all announced free upgrades to the Messaging and Security Feature Pack (MSFP) for all their Windows Mobile 5.0 customers, enabling Direct Push functionality and providing enhanced device management and security for messaging applications.

    Windows Mobile Email from Vodafone enables customers to enjoy a Direct Push e-mail service on the move. E-mails and tasks are synchronized directly from Outlook, and Microsoft Office Excel Mobile and Word Mobile attachments can be viewed, edited and returned.

   (Agencies)