So we have .Net 2.0 and we also have .Net 3.0 (which is really just .Net 2.0 with a bunch of extra cool stuff added).  What more, well - .Net 3.5 is on the horizon.  This really is a new release of the framework and, unlike 3.0, also is accompanied by a new version of Visual Studio .Net.

Right now this new version is in Beta 1 and its possible a little flakey.  I have it installed on my machine, but irritatingly I can't do anything as there are no templates asides from the Empty Solution template.  I got a little miffed at this, but nicely enough, the Express editions are also available in Orcas mode.  It may be worth having a look and trying out some of the new things if you get time.  Use the MSDN Roadshow 2007 notes to give you some example to play with if you like.

Enjoy!!