The MS Student Lounge provides a place for students to explore, hang out, watch television and chat with one another in forums. The lounge gives students access to career and internship information, Microsoft TV episodes, information about Microsoft's Imagine Cup and information on up-and-coming Zune and Xbox projects.
In the learning section of the MS Student site, Microsoft offers ways for students to expand their education and their know-how of Microsoft products. Microsoft also provides students with a career portal full of information and resources for those interested in IT. Students have access to Microsoft certifications, information on the Microsoft IT Academy and other programs that will help them in their studies or future technology careers.
In addition to discounts on products like MS Office and Windows 7, DreamSpark exists to give students access to professional software at no cost. Verified students can log in and download programs like Visual Studio 2010, Windows Phone, Windows Server, SQL Server, Virtual PC, MultiPoint and Visual Web Developer.