Novell's LAN WorkPlace Pro International Version Now
Available
Localized software for Dutch, French, German, Italian and Spanish
language users
OREM, Utah -- October 1, 1996 -- Novell today
announced the shipment of the new international version of LAN
WorkPlace Pro, its integrated TCP/IP applications suite. This new
software package provides localized language versions of LAN
Workplace Pro for Dutch, French, German, Italian and Spanish users.
LAN Workplace Pro provides Microsoft Windows 95 and Windows NT
users with cost effective desktop access to mission-critical intranets
including web-based services, UNIX hosts, IBM mainframes, AS400s,
and DEC and VAX mainframe systems.
LAN WorkPlace Pro, which utilizes the TCP/IP stack and dialer included in
Windows 95 and NT, is designed for mixed networks that include
IntranetWare, existing NetWare® platforms, UNIX, AS400s
and IBM mainframes. LAN Workplace Pro extends Novell's LAN
WorkPlace product line, which already includes products for DOS and
Windows 3.x and has an installed base of more than 3.5 million. The new
international version extends the product line as a step further to include
worldwide distribution.
"Making LAN Workplace Pro available internationally strengthens Novell's
commitment to providing users worldwide with a complete intranet
solution," said Tamara Baker, vice president and general manager of
Novell's Internet Commerce Division. "This integrated connectivity suite
will continue to help users to easily access information systems and
applications on their existing networks, intranets and the Internet."
Major Features and Benefits
LAN WorkPlace Pro significantly extends the TCP/IP-application
functionality available in Windows 95 and NT operating systems.
Specifically, it includes several features such as:
- Internet Access -- Users can gain immediate access to World Wide
Web sites, mail servers and news groups. LAN WorkPlace Pro includes
version 2.01 of the Netscape Navigator Internet client, the latest
version of the industry-leading Web browser that supports new Internet
technologies including Java, JavaScript and Inline Plug-Ins. Additionally,
an enhanced mailer includes automatic viewing and support for MIME
(Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions) attachments, providing improved
document transmission and compatibility.
- Terminal Emulation -- The terminal emulators (Telnet Presenter,
TN3270, TN5250 and a VT420 emulator) give users enterprise
connectivity to IBM, DEC and UNIX®-based workstations, servers
and mainframes.
- X-Server -- Users can gain access to remote X Windows
applications and files on UNIX systems. The X-Server enables users to
run X applications concurrently with their Windows programs on
the same PC. The X-Server now supports the latest X11R6 standards
and is X/Open® certified, assuring compatibility with future as well
as present X applications.
- File and Print Services -- LAN WorkPlace Pro includes a Network File
System (NFS) client, a Rapid FTP (File Transport Protocol) and other
client and server applications that enable users to share network file
servers and printers.
- Improved Installation and Simplified Administration -- LAN WorkPlace
Pro integrates and extends the features available in Novell's LAN
WorkPlace 5 and LAN WorkGroup 5 products, thereby providing
centralized installation, workstation configuration and maintenance. A
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server centrally assigns IP
addresses. Additionally, an improved installation program allows the user
to install the product quickly and easily on the desktop or server.
- Network Utilities -- Network tools such as finger demon, ping and
remote shell extend the power of 32-bit network computing to standard
network utilities.
Pricing and Availability
LAN WorkPlace Pro is now available for the suggested single-user retail
price of $249. Multi-user licenses are also available for 10, 50, 100 and
250 users, with prices as low as $40 per user.
Founded in 1983, Novell (NASDAQ:NOVL) is the world's leading provider
of network software. The company offers a wide range of network
solutions for distributed network, Internet, intranet and small-business
markets. Novell education and technical support programs are the most
comprehensive in the network computing industry. Information about
Novell's complete range of products and services can be accessed on
the World Wide Web at http://www.novell.com.
Novell and NetWare are registered trademarks of Novell, Inc.
IntranetWare, LAN Workgroup and LAN Workplace Pro are trademarks of
Novell, Inc. All other company or product names may be trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective owners.
Press Contact:
Shelly Greenhalgh
Cunningham Communication, Inc.
(408) 764-0723
Internet: shelly@ccipr.com
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