Microsoft will share more details on the next version of Windows, code-named Longhorn, at its Professional Developers Conference next month [October 26-30]. However, the company likely will keep the new user interface, dubbed Aero, under wraps," reports IDG News.
"Perhaps more important to developers is that Microsoft will give PDC attendees the scoop on Avalon, the little talked about engine underlying the Longhorn user interface. Microsoft has described the technology as 'a brand new client platform for building smart, connected, media rich applications in Longhorn.' Developers at the show will be told how to take advantage of Avalon in their applications."
