Windows Live is the collective name for a group of Microsoft tools whose services and user data are available anywhere-without ever having to install an application Windows Live currently consists of: Windows Live Mail, Windows Live Safety Center, Windows Live Favorites, Windows Live OneCare, Windows Live Messenger, Windows Live Search, and Windows Live Local Certified Microsoft Software Developer Jon Arking shares his experience in developing for Windows Live, and teaches readers how to build applications that embrace the Windows Live platform Packed with examples, this hands-on guide offers an insightful look at the tools and technologies behind Windows Live, using the MSN Activities APIs, building mapping applications with Virtual Earth APIs, and developing Gadgets for both online and Windows Vista Also examines integrating MSN Search capabilities as well as Live services into existing sites with Live custom domains
    * Also examines integrating MSN Search capabilities as well as Live services into existing sites with Live custom domains

Chapter 1: Background of Windows Live
Chapter 2: Knowing the Platforms and Services
Chapter 3: Overview of Windows Live SDKs
Chapter 4: Windows Live Search
Chapter 5: Virtual Earth
Chapter 6: Windows Live ID
Chapter 7: Windows Live Expo
Chapter 8: Windows Live Spaces
Chapter 9: Windows Live Messenger
Chapter 10: Windows Live Gadgets
Chapter 11: Custom Domains