I have yet to meet an exchange admin that exposes it over anything other than https. If we really need to get down to that level of detail for you to attempt to prove a point, we're in a pretty bad state. I would spend more time properly configuring the mail infrastructure for them to use...
real time indexing != instant on; the initial construction is always expensive and intelligent person writing an iFilter would be cognizant of the fact that they need to be aware of system and bandwidth constraints when retrieving the initial set for indexing. receiving subsequent messages after...
it was very poorly advertised but was a great show...plus it has the Office Space guy on it, which is automatic win IMO. I think it was advertised for a week, two tops, and that's it...
I also heard she was a cheerleader...I suspect that isn't exactly looked kindly upon in the groups that actually do such things. Sounds like someone acting out a bit most likely.
that's what they're doing...you'll be able to chat directly *in game* to people using other games, with at least SC2 and WoW supporting that capability
x server chat - yes, that's the whole battle.net integration. not just x server, but x GAME, i.e. i can chat w/ someone in WoW while playing SC2 and I can see what game they're on at the time. it's some pretty sweet stuff they're doing.
•Viciousness - Increase damage by 1%.
•Abberation - Reduced duration on Curses and Diseases used against you by 15%
1% dmg > 1% haste
the other is pretty awesome for PvP