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January 22, 2013
Read Naturally, Inc. Launches "One Minute Reader" iPad App for Developing Readers
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 22, 2013 at 11:14:01 AM
Read Naturally, Inc. Launches "One Minute Reader" iPad App for Developing Readers
SAINT PAUL, Minn., Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Read Naturally, Inc., a Saint Paul-based educational publishing company, launched an iPad app for developing and struggling readers. The app, One Minute Reader, is based on the company's award-winning home reading program and is available now in the iTunes store.
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The purpose of the One Minute Reader app is to build reading fluency. The app draws its content from Read Naturally's popular One Minute Reader program, a series of leveled books and audio CDs that employ a research-proven strategy for building fluency outside of school. Since its release in 2005, One Minute Reader has been an effective solution for students who need extra reading support at home. The One Minute Reader iPad app delivers this successful program in a highly intuitive, easy-to-use format.
The free One Minute Reader app includes a system for placing readers in the appropriate level of material and an audio-supported story with corresponding activities at each level. The app also includes a bookstore that allows users to purchase additional content at all levels.
Read Naturally developed the One Minute Reader app internally over several months, collaborating with reading teachers and parents to ensure the product is effective for struggling readers. The app guides readers through the program so they can work independently. Engaging, nonfiction story topics combine with interactive features such as the ability to tap on vocabulary words for student-friendly definitions, comprehension questions delivered in a clever format, progress monitoring graphs, and more. All aspects of the One Minute Reader iPad app were designed to ensure that readers remain engaged in the act of reading and challenged enough to experience optimal growth.
About Read Naturally, Inc.
Read Naturally's research-based programs provide interventions and differentiated instruction for struggling readers of all ages. Since its founding in 1991, Read Naturally has established itself as a pioneer in the industry and has developed a variety of products targeting key aspects of reading instruction. Read Naturally's home product, One Minute Reader, has been the recipient of multiple awards. Visit http://www.oneminutereader.com for more information.
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
TJ Ihnot, Associate
(651) 286-8758 / tjihnot@readnaturally.com
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Read Naturally, Inc.
Web Site: http://www.readnaturally.com
SAINT PAUL, Minn., Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Read Naturally, Inc., a Saint Paul-based educational publishing company, launched an iPad app for developing and struggling readers. The app, One Minute Reader, is based on the company's award-winning home reading program and is available now in the iTunes store.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130122/CG45699)
The purpose of the One Minute Reader app is to build reading fluency. The app draws its content from Read Naturally's popular One Minute Reader program, a series of leveled books and audio CDs that employ a research-proven strategy for building fluency outside of school. Since its release in 2005, One Minute Reader has been an effective solution for students who need extra reading support at home. The One Minute Reader iPad app delivers this successful program in a highly intuitive, easy-to-use format.
The free One Minute Reader app includes a system for placing readers in the appropriate level of material and an audio-supported story with corresponding activities at each level. The app also includes a bookstore that allows users to purchase additional content at all levels.
Read Naturally developed the One Minute Reader app internally over several months, collaborating with reading teachers and parents to ensure the product is effective for struggling readers. The app guides readers through the program so they can work independently. Engaging, nonfiction story topics combine with interactive features such as the ability to tap on vocabulary words for student-friendly definitions, comprehension questions delivered in a clever format, progress monitoring graphs, and more. All aspects of the One Minute Reader iPad app were designed to ensure that readers remain engaged in the act of reading and challenged enough to experience optimal growth.
About Read Naturally, Inc.
Read Naturally's research-based programs provide interventions and differentiated instruction for struggling readers of all ages. Since its founding in 1991, Read Naturally has established itself as a pioneer in the industry and has developed a variety of products targeting key aspects of reading instruction. Read Naturally's home product, One Minute Reader, has been the recipient of multiple awards. Visit http://www.oneminutereader.com for more information.
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
TJ Ihnot, Associate
(651) 286-8758 / tjihnot@readnaturally.com
SOURCE Read Naturally, Inc.
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Read Naturally, Inc.
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Crowe Horwath LLP introduces Crowe R&D Navigator
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 22, 2013 at 11:14:01 AM
Crowe Horwath LLP introduces Crowe R&D Navigator
Automated solution assists with research and development tax credits
CHICAGO, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The Internal Revenue Service is requesting even more detailed documentation from organizations that want to claim tax credits for research and development (R&D) expenses. To help manufacturers and other companies streamline this process, Crowe Horwath LLP, one of the largest public accounting and consulting firms in the U.S., has introduced the Crowe R&D Navigator. The web-based solution helps organizations identify, document and claim the maximum federal and state tax credits to which they are entitled.
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According to Lou Miller, a partner and leader of Crowe's National Tax Office, approximately a third of the tasks used to determine tax credit eligibility can be automated by the Crowe R&D Navigator. "Automating these tasks means the time previously spent on gathering and managing data can instead be spent on analysis, potentially uncovering qualified expenses that previously had not been identified," Miller said. "Additionally, by making the R&D tax process up to 30 percent more efficient, an organization's tax and engineering groups can get back to focusing on their day-to-day activities."
The features of the Crowe R&D Navigator include:
-- Tools to help an organization capture information;
-- Real-time progress reporting and statistics;
-- Flexible methodologies;
-- Data uploads allowing for immediate application use;
-- Reference library that includes FAQs and relevant materials;
-- Customized documentation and reporting;
-- Secure information storage; and
-- Easy export of data for future use.
For more information on the Crowe R&D Navigator, please visit: http://www.crowehorwath.com/RDNavigator/.
About Crowe Horwath
Crowe Horwath LLP (http://www.crowehorwath.com) is one of the largest public accounting and consulting firms in the United States. Under its core purpose of "Building Value with Values(®)," Crowe uses its deep industry expertise to provide audit services to public and private entities, while also helping clients reach their goals with tax, advisory, risk and performance services. With offices coast to coast and 2,600 personnel, Crowe is recognized by many organizations as one of the country's best places to work. Crowe serves clients worldwide as an independent member of Crowe Horwath International, one of the largest global accounting networks in the world, consisting of more than 150 independent accounting and advisory services firms in more than 100 countries around the world.
Media Relations Twitter: @Crowe_USNews
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Crowe Horwath LLP
CONTACT: Amanda Shawaluk, +1-312-899-8416, amanda.shawaluk@crowehorwath.com; Jan Lippman, +1-312-899-8414, jan.lippman@crowehorwath.com
Web Site: http://www.crowehorwath.com
Automated solution assists with research and development tax credits
CHICAGO, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The Internal Revenue Service is requesting even more detailed documentation from organizations that want to claim tax credits for research and development (R&D) expenses. To help manufacturers and other companies streamline this process, Crowe Horwath LLP, one of the largest public accounting and consulting firms in the U.S., has introduced the Crowe R&D Navigator. The web-based solution helps organizations identify, document and claim the maximum federal and state tax credits to which they are entitled.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20090902/CL69632LOGO )
According to Lou Miller, a partner and leader of Crowe's National Tax Office, approximately a third of the tasks used to determine tax credit eligibility can be automated by the Crowe R&D Navigator. "Automating these tasks means the time previously spent on gathering and managing data can instead be spent on analysis, potentially uncovering qualified expenses that previously had not been identified," Miller said. "Additionally, by making the R&D tax process up to 30 percent more efficient, an organization's tax and engineering groups can get back to focusing on their day-to-day activities."
The features of the Crowe R&D Navigator include:
-- Tools to help an organization capture information;
-- Real-time progress reporting and statistics;
-- Flexible methodologies;
-- Data uploads allowing for immediate application use;
-- Reference library that includes FAQs and relevant materials;
-- Customized documentation and reporting;
-- Secure information storage; and
-- Easy export of data for future use.
For more information on the Crowe R&D Navigator, please visit: http://www.crowehorwath.com/RDNavigator/.
About Crowe Horwath
Crowe Horwath LLP (http://www.crowehorwath.com) is one of the largest public accounting and consulting firms in the United States. Under its core purpose of "Building Value with Values(®)," Crowe uses its deep industry expertise to provide audit services to public and private entities, while also helping clients reach their goals with tax, advisory, risk and performance services. With offices coast to coast and 2,600 personnel, Crowe is recognized by many organizations as one of the country's best places to work. Crowe serves clients worldwide as an independent member of Crowe Horwath International, one of the largest global accounting networks in the world, consisting of more than 150 independent accounting and advisory services firms in more than 100 countries around the world.
Media Relations Twitter: @Crowe_USNews
SOURCE Crowe Horwath LLP
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Crowe Horwath LLP
CONTACT: Amanda Shawaluk, +1-312-899-8416, amanda.shawaluk@crowehorwath.com; Jan Lippman, +1-312-899-8414, jan.lippman@crowehorwath.com
Web Site: http://www.crowehorwath.com
US Dataworks Joins Dell's PartnerDirect Program As A Dell Cloud Services Solutions Provider
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 22, 2013 at 10:49:01 AM
US Dataworks Joins Dell's PartnerDirect Program As A Dell Cloud Services Solutions Provider
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SUGAR LAND, Texas, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- US Dataworks (OTC Bulletin Board:UDWK), a leader in cloud payment processing solutions, today announced it has joined Dell's PartnerDirect program to use Dell cloud services to power its Clearingworks® enterprise-class payment processing solution.
As a Registered Dell Partner specializing in cloud services, US Dataworks can now deliver the full suite of solutions and services that enable them to build, access and integrate Dell cloud into their customers' businesses. They also gain additional expertise in key enterprise products and solutions, including servers, storage, virtualization, computing flexibility and energy efficiency.
This service is enterprise-class Infrastructure-as-a-Service hosted in a secure Dell data center. As one part of Dell's secure enterprise-class cloud portfolio, it provides the software, hardware and services to become an extension of a company's data center environment.
PartnerDirect, administered by the Dell Global Commercial Channel Group led by Greg Davis, is designed to provide companies like US Dataworks with the opportunity to utilize Dell's enterprise expertise while also helping Dell to evolve its culture. Built on three main tenets of simplifying IT, less complexity, and the advantages offered by the Dell business model, PartnerDirect is expected to create a lasting and mutually beneficial relationship between Dell and US Dataworks.
Marc Palombo, Senior Vice President of Sales for US Dataworks, stated, "We believe that the key to our success is through selectively developing like-minded partners who are focused on growing revenues in the cloud payments processing space. Clearingworks cloud lockbox and remittance processing solutions are the perfect fit for the Dell cloud infrastructure. Our goal is to make payments simple and the Dell cloud offering is a strategic fit for businesses, financial institutions and state government agencies looking to replace their aging payments infrastructure."
Organizations interested in Dell's PartnerDirect program and Dell cloud can learn more by visiting http://www.dell.com/partner.
About US Dataworks
US Dataworks offers cloud payment processing services with proven enterprise-class payment, deposit, returns processing, and powerful payment analytic tools. US Dataworks' solutions are trusted to process $7 billion in payments each day for utilities, telecommunications providers, content providers, financial institutions and government agencies. Additional information about US Dataworks is available at http://www.usdataworks.com.
About Dell
Dell Inc. (NASDAQ: DELL) listens to customers and delivers innovative technology and services that give them the power to do more. For more information, visit http://www.dell.com.
Contact Information
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Media Contacts for Dell:
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Laura Thomas Dell (512) 723-1716 Laura_P_Thomas@Dell.com
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Leilani Doyle US Dataworks 281-504-8092 ldoyle@usdataworks.com
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Marc Palombo US Dataworks 281-504-8131 mpalombo@usdataworks.com
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SOURCE US Dataworks
US Dataworks
Web Site: http://www.usdataworks.com
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SUGAR LAND, Texas, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- US Dataworks (OTC Bulletin Board:UDWK), a leader in cloud payment processing solutions, today announced it has joined Dell's PartnerDirect program to use Dell cloud services to power its Clearingworks® enterprise-class payment processing solution.
As a Registered Dell Partner specializing in cloud services, US Dataworks can now deliver the full suite of solutions and services that enable them to build, access and integrate Dell cloud into their customers' businesses. They also gain additional expertise in key enterprise products and solutions, including servers, storage, virtualization, computing flexibility and energy efficiency.
This service is enterprise-class Infrastructure-as-a-Service hosted in a secure Dell data center. As one part of Dell's secure enterprise-class cloud portfolio, it provides the software, hardware and services to become an extension of a company's data center environment.
PartnerDirect, administered by the Dell Global Commercial Channel Group led by Greg Davis, is designed to provide companies like US Dataworks with the opportunity to utilize Dell's enterprise expertise while also helping Dell to evolve its culture. Built on three main tenets of simplifying IT, less complexity, and the advantages offered by the Dell business model, PartnerDirect is expected to create a lasting and mutually beneficial relationship between Dell and US Dataworks.
Marc Palombo, Senior Vice President of Sales for US Dataworks, stated, "We believe that the key to our success is through selectively developing like-minded partners who are focused on growing revenues in the cloud payments processing space. Clearingworks cloud lockbox and remittance processing solutions are the perfect fit for the Dell cloud infrastructure. Our goal is to make payments simple and the Dell cloud offering is a strategic fit for businesses, financial institutions and state government agencies looking to replace their aging payments infrastructure."
Organizations interested in Dell's PartnerDirect program and Dell cloud can learn more by visiting http://www.dell.com/partner.
About US Dataworks
US Dataworks offers cloud payment processing services with proven enterprise-class payment, deposit, returns processing, and powerful payment analytic tools. US Dataworks' solutions are trusted to process $7 billion in payments each day for utilities, telecommunications providers, content providers, financial institutions and government agencies. Additional information about US Dataworks is available at http://www.usdataworks.com.
About Dell
Dell Inc. (NASDAQ: DELL) listens to customers and delivers innovative technology and services that give them the power to do more. For more information, visit http://www.dell.com.
Contact Information
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Media Contacts for Dell:
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Laura Thomas Dell (512) 723-1716 Laura_P_Thomas@Dell.com
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Leilani Doyle US Dataworks 281-504-8092 ldoyle@usdataworks.com
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Marc Palombo US Dataworks 281-504-8131 mpalombo@usdataworks.com
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SOURCE US Dataworks
US Dataworks
Web Site: http://www.usdataworks.com
Bethesda Softworks Announces Beta Signups For The Elder Scrolls Online
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 22, 2013 at 10:21:01 AM
Bethesda Softworks Announces Beta Signups For The Elder Scrolls Online
Fans of Award-Winning Franchise Get Chance to Explore The Online World of Elder Scrolls with Friends
ROCKVILLE, Md., Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Bethesda Softworks® and ZeniMax® Online Studios today announced that beta signups are now open for The Elder Scrolls® Online at ElderScrollsOnline.com. Interested gamers simply have to go to the website and register for a chance to play. Selected beta registrants will be granted early access to beta test the game. They will be among the first to experience this epic world with others in one of 2013's most highly-anticipated releases. Timing and details of the start of playtests will be provided at a later date to those who register.
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130122/LA45640)
"We're really excited to get the game into players' hands," said Matt Firor, game director of The Elder Scrolls Online. "We receive invaluable feedback through the beta process, and that helps us ensure that the game will be one of the best online gaming experiences ever offered -- one worthy of The Elder Scrolls franchise."
The Elder Scrolls Online brings the award-winning Elder Scrolls experience online for the first time. Using ZeniMax Online's Megaserver technology, players will join one connected world with a built in social network that lets them stay up-to-date with everything their friends are doing. Megaserver technology avoids the hassle of shard selection and makes The Elder Scrolls Online one of the most socially enabled games ever created. Whether playing alone, or with hundreds of friends, players can develop their own style of play as they embark upon an epic quest across Tamriel.
The Elder Scrolls Online has been named one of 2013's most anticipated games by numerous outlets including IGN, The Guardian, MMORPG.com and Ten Ton Hammer, and was recently declared "the next 'true' great MMO" by MPOGD.com. After experiencing hands-on gameplay this Fall, MMORPG.com described the game as "a perfect sauce of awesome."
The Elder Scrolls Online is the first Elder Scrolls title to be played online after nearly 20 years of these best-selling, award-winning fantasy role-playing games. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim® is themost recent chapter of the Elder Scrolls story. Skyrim, developed by Bethesda Game Studios, was released in November 2011 and enjoyed worldwide critical and commercial success. As the follow-up to the 2002 Role-Playing Game of the Year, The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind®, and the2006 Game of the Year, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion®, Skyrim earned hundreds of 'Game of the Year' awards and sold over 10 million copies in the first month.
The Elder Scrolls Online is slated for release in 2013 andis being developed for the PC and the Mac by ZeniMax Online Studios. The studio is headed up by industry veteran Matt Firor who has more than 20 years of online game development experience. The Elder Scrolls Online has not yet been rated by the ESRB.
About ZeniMax Media Inc.
ZeniMax Media is a privately owned media organization headquartered outside Washington DC with international offices in London, Paris, Frankfurt, Eindhoven, and Tokyo. Through its subsidiaries, ZeniMax Media creates and publishes original interactive entertainment content for consoles, the PC, and handheld/wireless devices. ZeniMax Media divisions include Bethesda Softworks, Bethesda Game Studios, id Software, Arkane Studios, Tango Gameworks, MachineGames Sweden, Battlecry Studios, ZeniMax Europe Ltd., ZeniMax Asia K.K. and ZeniMax Online Studios. For more information on ZeniMax Media, visit http://www.zenimax.com.
About Bethesda Softworks
Bethesda Softworks, part of the ZeniMax Media Inc. family of companies, is a worldwide publisher of premier interactive entertainment software. Titles featured under the Bethesda label include such blockbuster franchises as DOOM®, QUAKE®, The Elder Scrolls®, Fallout®,Wolfenstein®, RAGE®, and Dishonored(TM). For more information on Bethesda Softworks' products, visit http://www.bethsoft.com.
About ZeniMax Online Studios
ZeniMax Online Studios, a division of ZeniMax Media Inc., was established to become a leading developer of online games, with special focus on Massively Multiplayer Online Roleplaying Games (MMORPGs). ZeniMax Online Studios is located in Hunt Valley, Maryland. For more information on ZeniMax Online Studios, visit http://www.zenimaxonline.com.
The Elder Scrolls, Skyrim, Bethesda Game Studios, Bethesda Softworks, Bethesda, ZeniMax and their related logos are registered trademarks or trademarks of ZeniMax Media Inc. in the United States and/or in other countries. Fallout is a registered trademark or trademark of Bethesda Softworks LLC in the United States and/or in other countries. DOOM, QUAKE, Wolfenstein and RAGE are registered trademarks or trademarks of id Software LLC in the United States and/or in other countries. Other product and company names referenced herein may be trademarks of their respective owners. All Rights Reserved.
SOURCE Bethesda Softworks; ZeniMax Media Inc.
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CONTACT: Pete Hines, Tracey Thompson, Erin Losi, Bethesda Softworks, +1-301-926-8300, phines@bethsoft.com, tthompson@bethsoft.com, elosi@bethsoft.com
Web Site: http://bethsoft.com
Fans of Award-Winning Franchise Get Chance to Explore The Online World of Elder Scrolls with Friends
ROCKVILLE, Md., Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Bethesda Softworks® and ZeniMax® Online Studios today announced that beta signups are now open for The Elder Scrolls® Online at ElderScrollsOnline.com. Interested gamers simply have to go to the website and register for a chance to play. Selected beta registrants will be granted early access to beta test the game. They will be among the first to experience this epic world with others in one of 2013's most highly-anticipated releases. Timing and details of the start of playtests will be provided at a later date to those who register.
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130122/LA45640)
"We're really excited to get the game into players' hands," said Matt Firor, game director of The Elder Scrolls Online. "We receive invaluable feedback through the beta process, and that helps us ensure that the game will be one of the best online gaming experiences ever offered -- one worthy of The Elder Scrolls franchise."
The Elder Scrolls Online brings the award-winning Elder Scrolls experience online for the first time. Using ZeniMax Online's Megaserver technology, players will join one connected world with a built in social network that lets them stay up-to-date with everything their friends are doing. Megaserver technology avoids the hassle of shard selection and makes The Elder Scrolls Online one of the most socially enabled games ever created. Whether playing alone, or with hundreds of friends, players can develop their own style of play as they embark upon an epic quest across Tamriel.
The Elder Scrolls Online has been named one of 2013's most anticipated games by numerous outlets including IGN, The Guardian, MMORPG.com and Ten Ton Hammer, and was recently declared "the next 'true' great MMO" by MPOGD.com. After experiencing hands-on gameplay this Fall, MMORPG.com described the game as "a perfect sauce of awesome."
The Elder Scrolls Online is the first Elder Scrolls title to be played online after nearly 20 years of these best-selling, award-winning fantasy role-playing games. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim® is themost recent chapter of the Elder Scrolls story. Skyrim, developed by Bethesda Game Studios, was released in November 2011 and enjoyed worldwide critical and commercial success. As the follow-up to the 2002 Role-Playing Game of the Year, The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind®, and the2006 Game of the Year, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion®, Skyrim earned hundreds of 'Game of the Year' awards and sold over 10 million copies in the first month.
The Elder Scrolls Online is slated for release in 2013 andis being developed for the PC and the Mac by ZeniMax Online Studios. The studio is headed up by industry veteran Matt Firor who has more than 20 years of online game development experience. The Elder Scrolls Online has not yet been rated by the ESRB.
About ZeniMax Media Inc.
ZeniMax Media is a privately owned media organization headquartered outside Washington DC with international offices in London, Paris, Frankfurt, Eindhoven, and Tokyo. Through its subsidiaries, ZeniMax Media creates and publishes original interactive entertainment content for consoles, the PC, and handheld/wireless devices. ZeniMax Media divisions include Bethesda Softworks, Bethesda Game Studios, id Software, Arkane Studios, Tango Gameworks, MachineGames Sweden, Battlecry Studios, ZeniMax Europe Ltd., ZeniMax Asia K.K. and ZeniMax Online Studios. For more information on ZeniMax Media, visit http://www.zenimax.com.
About Bethesda Softworks
Bethesda Softworks, part of the ZeniMax Media Inc. family of companies, is a worldwide publisher of premier interactive entertainment software. Titles featured under the Bethesda label include such blockbuster franchises as DOOM®, QUAKE®, The Elder Scrolls®, Fallout®,Wolfenstein®, RAGE®, and Dishonored(TM). For more information on Bethesda Softworks' products, visit http://www.bethsoft.com.
About ZeniMax Online Studios
ZeniMax Online Studios, a division of ZeniMax Media Inc., was established to become a leading developer of online games, with special focus on Massively Multiplayer Online Roleplaying Games (MMORPGs). ZeniMax Online Studios is located in Hunt Valley, Maryland. For more information on ZeniMax Online Studios, visit http://www.zenimaxonline.com.
The Elder Scrolls, Skyrim, Bethesda Game Studios, Bethesda Softworks, Bethesda, ZeniMax and their related logos are registered trademarks or trademarks of ZeniMax Media Inc. in the United States and/or in other countries. Fallout is a registered trademark or trademark of Bethesda Softworks LLC in the United States and/or in other countries. DOOM, QUAKE, Wolfenstein and RAGE are registered trademarks or trademarks of id Software LLC in the United States and/or in other countries. Other product and company names referenced herein may be trademarks of their respective owners. All Rights Reserved.
SOURCE Bethesda Softworks; ZeniMax Media Inc.
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Bethesda Softworks; ZeniMax Media Inc.
CONTACT: Pete Hines, Tracey Thompson, Erin Losi, Bethesda Softworks, +1-301-926-8300, phines@bethsoft.com, tthompson@bethsoft.com, elosi@bethsoft.com
Web Site: http://bethsoft.com
Motorola Unveils New Passive Optical LAN Training and Certification Program for Enterprise Networking Professionals
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 22, 2013 at 10:21:01 AM
Motorola Unveils New Passive Optical LAN Training and Certification Program for Enterprise Networking Professionals
This program is designed to train and certify individuals who demonstrate excellence in the areas of design, implementation and administration of Motorola's POL solutions
TAMPA, Fla., Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- BICSI Winter Conference & Exhibition - Motorola Mobility today announced the launch of the Motorola Certified Passive Optical LAN (POL) Specialist (MCPS) Program, which provides distributors, integrators, value added resellers and end-customer technology professionals working with Motorola POL solutions the training and certification that differentiates them from their peers and establishes them as experts on the industry's leading GPON based enterprise optical LAN technology.
"Motorola's new MCPS program provides a path for individuals within our distributor, integrator and value added reseller network to learn, achieve and be recognized as experts in this fast growing POL arena," said Joe Cozzolino, senior vice president and general manager of Network and Infrastructure Solutions at Motorola Mobility. "In addition, this certification will help highly skilled enterprise networking individuals bring Motorola's best-in-class POL solution to companies worldwide, while also elevating and rewarding their professional development."
Motorola's POL solutions serve many applications across a wide range of verticals within the enterprise, military and government agencies markets. Motorola recently partnered with Fujitsu to provide an interoperable GPON-WDM (Gigabit Passive Optical Networking - Wavelength Division Multiplexing) solution for the United States Department of Defense.
Motorola MCPS Certification is available starting in March 2013 and is open to any Motorola partner or end-user employee.
Motorola's Passive Optical LAN (POL) greatly simplifies enterprise network deployment, operation and management. POL is based on proven GPON technology that delivers enhanced security, carrier-class reliability and significant power savings. Motorola's POL solution also delivers tremendous cost savings, with up to a 55 percent reduction in capital and up to a 75 percent reduction in overall operational costs, for combined Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) savings of up to 65 percent over traditional LAN architectures.
For more information on Motorola's POL solution, please visit http://www.motorola.com/pol.
About Motorola Mobility
Motorola Mobility, owned by Google, fuses innovative technology with human insights to create experiences that simplify, connect and enrich people's lives. Our portfolio includes converged mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets; wireless accessories; end-to-end video and data delivery; and management solutions, including set-tops and data-access devices. For more information, visit motorola.com/mobility.
Media Contacts (for media and analysts only):
Motorola Mobility
Jeanne Russo
+1 215-323-1880
jeanne.russo@motorola.com
MOTOROLA and the Stylized M Logo are registered trademarks of Motorola Trademark Holdings, LLC. All other product and service names are the property of their respective owners. © 2013 Motorola Mobility, LLC. All rights reserved.
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Motorola Mobility
Web Site: http://www.motorola.com
This program is designed to train and certify individuals who demonstrate excellence in the areas of design, implementation and administration of Motorola's POL solutions
TAMPA, Fla., Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- BICSI Winter Conference & Exhibition - Motorola Mobility today announced the launch of the Motorola Certified Passive Optical LAN (POL) Specialist (MCPS) Program, which provides distributors, integrators, value added resellers and end-customer technology professionals working with Motorola POL solutions the training and certification that differentiates them from their peers and establishes them as experts on the industry's leading GPON based enterprise optical LAN technology.
"Motorola's new MCPS program provides a path for individuals within our distributor, integrator and value added reseller network to learn, achieve and be recognized as experts in this fast growing POL arena," said Joe Cozzolino, senior vice president and general manager of Network and Infrastructure Solutions at Motorola Mobility. "In addition, this certification will help highly skilled enterprise networking individuals bring Motorola's best-in-class POL solution to companies worldwide, while also elevating and rewarding their professional development."
Motorola's POL solutions serve many applications across a wide range of verticals within the enterprise, military and government agencies markets. Motorola recently partnered with Fujitsu to provide an interoperable GPON-WDM (Gigabit Passive Optical Networking - Wavelength Division Multiplexing) solution for the United States Department of Defense.
Motorola MCPS Certification is available starting in March 2013 and is open to any Motorola partner or end-user employee.
Motorola's Passive Optical LAN (POL) greatly simplifies enterprise network deployment, operation and management. POL is based on proven GPON technology that delivers enhanced security, carrier-class reliability and significant power savings. Motorola's POL solution also delivers tremendous cost savings, with up to a 55 percent reduction in capital and up to a 75 percent reduction in overall operational costs, for combined Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) savings of up to 65 percent over traditional LAN architectures.
For more information on Motorola's POL solution, please visit http://www.motorola.com/pol.
About Motorola Mobility
Motorola Mobility, owned by Google, fuses innovative technology with human insights to create experiences that simplify, connect and enrich people's lives. Our portfolio includes converged mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets; wireless accessories; end-to-end video and data delivery; and management solutions, including set-tops and data-access devices. For more information, visit motorola.com/mobility.
Media Contacts (for media and analysts only):
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+1 215-323-1880
jeanne.russo@motorola.com
MOTOROLA and the Stylized M Logo are registered trademarks of Motorola Trademark Holdings, LLC. All other product and service names are the property of their respective owners. © 2013 Motorola Mobility, LLC. All rights reserved.
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Motorola Mobility
Web Site: http://www.motorola.com
The Retail Dietitians Business Alliance Launches Its Website And Weekly E-Newsletter
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 22, 2013 at 10:14:01 AM
The Retail Dietitians Business Alliance Launches Its Website And Weekly E-Newsletter
The Retail Dietitians Business Alliance (RDBA) is a First-of-its-Kind Business Education Initiative Designed Specifically for Retail Registered Dietitians.
SANTA MONICA, Calif., Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The Retail Dietitians Business Alliance (RDBA) today announced the launch of its new website (http://www.RetailDietitians.com) and its weekly e-newsletter titled RDBA Weekly. The recently established organization will provide business education and career development opportunities to the more than 400 retail registered dietitians throughout the US that most often work in supermarkets helping customers and employees with food and nutrition issues.
"Retail dietitians not only assist customers with dietary needs, but also can help increase retail sales," says Phil Lempert, president and CEO of RDBA. "While dietitians are already experts in nutrition, RDBA will help them better understand retailers, trends, purchasing and more so they are more successful and retailers and customers also win. The website and RDBA weekly will be a valuable resource for them. "
RDBA Weekly is the first and only e-newsletter specifically developed and curated for retail dietitians. Content will feature informative videos as well as business-related articles covering topics from merchandising and managing upward, to communicating in retail metrics and industry trends. RDBA Weekly will equip retail dietitians with business skills and knowledge needed to succeed at the store-level and in the corporate office.
"RDBA Weekly isn't about nutrition, it's about the business of retail and how dietitians can make a lasting impact on the store and its customers," says Allison Beadle MS, RD, LD, RDBA Weekly editor and president of Salt & Co. "This is an exciting time for the industry and RDBA Weekly will offer content to the changing retail landscape."
In the first issue of RDBA Weekly, topics will include Leadership Skills for Retail RDs, Retail RD Hiring Trends and Putting 2013 Trends into Practice.
At http://www.RetailDietitians.com, visitors will find informative articles, videos, a calendar of events, a job board and more. In addition, the website will host a glossary of retail terms that will help retail dietitians better understand the jargon.
In addition to its website and e-newsletter, the RDBA will deliver a first-of-its kind retail business certification program for registered dietitians guided by an Advisory Board of industry experts. Programming includes online and in-person training at key events.
For more information or to subscribe, please visit the website at http://www.RetailDietitians.com.
SOURCE RDBA
RDBA
CONTACT: Amy Goldsmith, GK Communications, agoldsmith@gkcommunications.net
Web Site: http://www.RetailDietitians.com
The Retail Dietitians Business Alliance (RDBA) is a First-of-its-Kind Business Education Initiative Designed Specifically for Retail Registered Dietitians.
SANTA MONICA, Calif., Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The Retail Dietitians Business Alliance (RDBA) today announced the launch of its new website (http://www.RetailDietitians.com) and its weekly e-newsletter titled RDBA Weekly. The recently established organization will provide business education and career development opportunities to the more than 400 retail registered dietitians throughout the US that most often work in supermarkets helping customers and employees with food and nutrition issues.
"Retail dietitians not only assist customers with dietary needs, but also can help increase retail sales," says Phil Lempert, president and CEO of RDBA. "While dietitians are already experts in nutrition, RDBA will help them better understand retailers, trends, purchasing and more so they are more successful and retailers and customers also win. The website and RDBA weekly will be a valuable resource for them. "
RDBA Weekly is the first and only e-newsletter specifically developed and curated for retail dietitians. Content will feature informative videos as well as business-related articles covering topics from merchandising and managing upward, to communicating in retail metrics and industry trends. RDBA Weekly will equip retail dietitians with business skills and knowledge needed to succeed at the store-level and in the corporate office.
"RDBA Weekly isn't about nutrition, it's about the business of retail and how dietitians can make a lasting impact on the store and its customers," says Allison Beadle MS, RD, LD, RDBA Weekly editor and president of Salt & Co. "This is an exciting time for the industry and RDBA Weekly will offer content to the changing retail landscape."
In the first issue of RDBA Weekly, topics will include Leadership Skills for Retail RDs, Retail RD Hiring Trends and Putting 2013 Trends into Practice.
At http://www.RetailDietitians.com, visitors will find informative articles, videos, a calendar of events, a job board and more. In addition, the website will host a glossary of retail terms that will help retail dietitians better understand the jargon.
In addition to its website and e-newsletter, the RDBA will deliver a first-of-its kind retail business certification program for registered dietitians guided by an Advisory Board of industry experts. Programming includes online and in-person training at key events.
For more information or to subscribe, please visit the website at http://www.RetailDietitians.com.
SOURCE RDBA
RDBA
CONTACT: Amy Goldsmith, GK Communications, agoldsmith@gkcommunications.net
Web Site: http://www.RetailDietitians.com
Chelsio Announces Terminator 5 ASIC 40 Gigabit Ethernet iWARP RDMA, iSCSI, TOE, FCoE, NIC Engine
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 22, 2013 at 10:14:01 AM
Chelsio Announces Terminator 5 ASIC 40 Gigabit Ethernet iWARP RDMA, iSCSI, TOE, FCoE, NIC Engine
SUNNYVALE, Calif., Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Chelsio Communications, Inc., a leading provider of Ethernet Unified Wire Adapters and ASICs, today announced Terminator 5, the fifth generation of its high performance Ethernet silicon technology. The Terminator 5 (T5) ASIC is built upon the latest iteration of Chelsio's protocol-rich high speed network processing architecture, and leverages an industry-proven design, which has been widely deployed with more than 200 OEM platform wins and more than 400,000 ports shipped worldwide. Launching two years after the T4 ASIC, the T5 moves the architecture into 40GbE speeds, and prepares the transition to 100GbE expected by 2015.
T5 is a highly integrated, hyper-virtualized 10/40GbE controller with full offload support of a complete Unified Wire solution comprising NIC, TOE, iWARP RDMA, iSCSI, FCoE and NAT. T5 provides no-compromise performance with both low latency (sub 1usec through hardware) and high bandwidth, limited only by the PCI bus. Furthermore, it scales to true 40 Gigabit line rate operation from a single TCP connection to thousands of connections, and allows simultaneous low latency and high bandwidth operation thanks to multiple physical channels through the ASIC.
Designed for high performance clustering, storage and data networking, the T5 enables fabric consolidation by simultaneously supporting TCP/IP and UDP/IP socket applications, RDMA applications and SCSI applications at wire speed, thereby allowing InfiniBand and FibreChannel applications to run unmodified and concurrently over standard Ethernet. This will result in tremendous savings in the data center by avoiding the need for InfiniBand or FibreChannel adapters, cabling, switches and gateways. The API used for the complete software suite (Linux, Windows and FBSD) in current T4 installations is the same for the T5 chip and upcoming 100Gb capable versions, leveraging all the software investment made in T4 deployments.
T5 establishes a new milestone for SAN performance, finally moving past FC performance. With T5, true 40Gb SAN throughput, more than 3x the latest FC speeds, is now enabled via offloaded iSCSI without waiting for specialized FCoE switches. T5 is further expected to improve storage IO performance from the current record of 2.1M IOPS held by the T4 silicon.
T5 also establishes a new milestone for Ethernet clustering performance. While recent comparisons of IB-FDR and T4 iWARP RDMA show the two at parity (LAMMPS, LS-DYNA, HPL and WRF on iWARP vs InfiniBand FDR) with half the latency and 4x the bandwidth of T4, T5 is expected to exceed IB-FDR performance. Thanks to the reliability provided by hardware offloaded TCP/IP, the benefits of T5 RDMA include eliminating the scalability and cabling and noise issues associated with IB-FDR.
With a specific design focus on low latency and small packet processing performance, T5 also enables a new performance milestone for high frequency trading and other latency sensitive applications.
Given the high integration of T5, the ability to concurrently run all the different protocols at industry leading performance levels, and the rich feature set that addresses all of Ethernet's market segments, this silicon enables OEMs to converge on a single vendor for all their connectivity needs.
The market for 40Gb Ethernet is expected to ramp quickly. Crehan Research forecasts 40Gb Ethernet server adapters and LOMs will exceed $600 million by 2017.
"The Terminator 5 ASIC is an important evolutionary step for Chelsio, bringing all the offload, virtualization, and switching capabilities of the existing T4 chip to 40Gbps performance levels," said Bob Wheeler, senior analyst at The Linley Group. "The arrival of the T5 should accelerate the convergence of networking, storage, and clustering around 40G Ethernet."
T5 Architectural Features
The T5 ASIC is built around a highly scalable and programmable protocol-processing engine. Much of the processing of the offloaded protocols is implemented in microcode running on a proprietary pipelined data-flow engine. The pipeline supports cut-through operation for both transmit and receive paths for minimum latency, and the transport processor is designed for wire-speed operation at small packet sizes, regardless of the number of TCP connections.
Some key features of the T5:
-- PCI Express v3.0 x8 host interface
-- 2xDDR-3 memory interfaces
-- 4x100M/1G/10G or 2x40G Ethernet ports
-- Designed for very low latency, high bandwidth and high packet processing
rate
-- NIC/TOE/iWARP RDMA/iSCSI/FCoE/NAT offload
-- TOE/iWARP RDMA/iSCSI/FCoE port to port, and adapter to adapter failover
-- SR-IOV 8PF/128VF + VEPA/VEB 802.1Qbg/h offload virtualization
-- Integrated OpenFlow ready virtual Ethernet switch
-- T10-DIF/DIX protection support for both FCoE and iSCSI
Availability and Pricing
The T5 is designed in 45nm SOI CMOS process technology and packaged in a 31x31mm, 899-pin FCBGA. Customer samples are available in Q1 and volume quantities in Q2. Driver development and reference design kits are available now.
About Chelsio Communications
Chelsio is a leading technology company focused on solving high performance networking and storage challenges for virtualized enterprise data centers, cloud service installations, and cluster computing environments. With its fifth generation protocol acceleration technology, Chelsio is enabling hardware and software solutions including Unified Wire Ethernet network adapter cards, unified storage software, high performance storage gateways, unified management software, bypass cards, and other solutions focused on specialized applications. Visit the company at http://www.chelsio.com.
SOURCE Chelsio Communications, Inc.
Chelsio Communications, Inc.
CONTACT: Tim Helms, Chelsio Communications, +1-408-962-3677
Web Site: http://www.chelsio.com
SUNNYVALE, Calif., Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Chelsio Communications, Inc., a leading provider of Ethernet Unified Wire Adapters and ASICs, today announced Terminator 5, the fifth generation of its high performance Ethernet silicon technology. The Terminator 5 (T5) ASIC is built upon the latest iteration of Chelsio's protocol-rich high speed network processing architecture, and leverages an industry-proven design, which has been widely deployed with more than 200 OEM platform wins and more than 400,000 ports shipped worldwide. Launching two years after the T4 ASIC, the T5 moves the architecture into 40GbE speeds, and prepares the transition to 100GbE expected by 2015.
T5 is a highly integrated, hyper-virtualized 10/40GbE controller with full offload support of a complete Unified Wire solution comprising NIC, TOE, iWARP RDMA, iSCSI, FCoE and NAT. T5 provides no-compromise performance with both low latency (sub 1usec through hardware) and high bandwidth, limited only by the PCI bus. Furthermore, it scales to true 40 Gigabit line rate operation from a single TCP connection to thousands of connections, and allows simultaneous low latency and high bandwidth operation thanks to multiple physical channels through the ASIC.
Designed for high performance clustering, storage and data networking, the T5 enables fabric consolidation by simultaneously supporting TCP/IP and UDP/IP socket applications, RDMA applications and SCSI applications at wire speed, thereby allowing InfiniBand and FibreChannel applications to run unmodified and concurrently over standard Ethernet. This will result in tremendous savings in the data center by avoiding the need for InfiniBand or FibreChannel adapters, cabling, switches and gateways. The API used for the complete software suite (Linux, Windows and FBSD) in current T4 installations is the same for the T5 chip and upcoming 100Gb capable versions, leveraging all the software investment made in T4 deployments.
T5 establishes a new milestone for SAN performance, finally moving past FC performance. With T5, true 40Gb SAN throughput, more than 3x the latest FC speeds, is now enabled via offloaded iSCSI without waiting for specialized FCoE switches. T5 is further expected to improve storage IO performance from the current record of 2.1M IOPS held by the T4 silicon.
T5 also establishes a new milestone for Ethernet clustering performance. While recent comparisons of IB-FDR and T4 iWARP RDMA show the two at parity (LAMMPS, LS-DYNA, HPL and WRF on iWARP vs InfiniBand FDR) with half the latency and 4x the bandwidth of T4, T5 is expected to exceed IB-FDR performance. Thanks to the reliability provided by hardware offloaded TCP/IP, the benefits of T5 RDMA include eliminating the scalability and cabling and noise issues associated with IB-FDR.
With a specific design focus on low latency and small packet processing performance, T5 also enables a new performance milestone for high frequency trading and other latency sensitive applications.
Given the high integration of T5, the ability to concurrently run all the different protocols at industry leading performance levels, and the rich feature set that addresses all of Ethernet's market segments, this silicon enables OEMs to converge on a single vendor for all their connectivity needs.
The market for 40Gb Ethernet is expected to ramp quickly. Crehan Research forecasts 40Gb Ethernet server adapters and LOMs will exceed $600 million by 2017.
"The Terminator 5 ASIC is an important evolutionary step for Chelsio, bringing all the offload, virtualization, and switching capabilities of the existing T4 chip to 40Gbps performance levels," said Bob Wheeler, senior analyst at The Linley Group. "The arrival of the T5 should accelerate the convergence of networking, storage, and clustering around 40G Ethernet."
T5 Architectural Features
The T5 ASIC is built around a highly scalable and programmable protocol-processing engine. Much of the processing of the offloaded protocols is implemented in microcode running on a proprietary pipelined data-flow engine. The pipeline supports cut-through operation for both transmit and receive paths for minimum latency, and the transport processor is designed for wire-speed operation at small packet sizes, regardless of the number of TCP connections.
Some key features of the T5:
-- PCI Express v3.0 x8 host interface
-- 2xDDR-3 memory interfaces
-- 4x100M/1G/10G or 2x40G Ethernet ports
-- Designed for very low latency, high bandwidth and high packet processing
rate
-- NIC/TOE/iWARP RDMA/iSCSI/FCoE/NAT offload
-- TOE/iWARP RDMA/iSCSI/FCoE port to port, and adapter to adapter failover
-- SR-IOV 8PF/128VF + VEPA/VEB 802.1Qbg/h offload virtualization
-- Integrated OpenFlow ready virtual Ethernet switch
-- T10-DIF/DIX protection support for both FCoE and iSCSI
Availability and Pricing
The T5 is designed in 45nm SOI CMOS process technology and packaged in a 31x31mm, 899-pin FCBGA. Customer samples are available in Q1 and volume quantities in Q2. Driver development and reference design kits are available now.
About Chelsio Communications
Chelsio is a leading technology company focused on solving high performance networking and storage challenges for virtualized enterprise data centers, cloud service installations, and cluster computing environments. With its fifth generation protocol acceleration technology, Chelsio is enabling hardware and software solutions including Unified Wire Ethernet network adapter cards, unified storage software, high performance storage gateways, unified management software, bypass cards, and other solutions focused on specialized applications. Visit the company at http://www.chelsio.com.
SOURCE Chelsio Communications, Inc.
Chelsio Communications, Inc.
CONTACT: Tim Helms, Chelsio Communications, +1-408-962-3677
Web Site: http://www.chelsio.com
Appcore Increases its Global Footprint with Expansion into Asia-Pacific Market
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 22, 2013 at 10:14:01 AM
Appcore Increases its Global Footprint with Expansion into Asia-Pacific Market
DES MOINES, Iowa, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Appcore(®), provider of the industry's only complete automated cloud computing platform, aims to capitalize on cloud innovation in a region that is seeing explosive growth in private and public local cloud infrastructure. This expansion provides more immediate availability of Appcore Onsite(TM) to service providers and enterprises particularly in Hong Kong, Philippines, Singapore and Australia. By providing local cloud infrastructure to these companies, Appcore is able to help them resolve the issues of trust, proximity and data sovereignty.
Appcore's Hong Kong office is the second build center for the company's infrastructure and will serve the Asia-Pacific region in order to expedite the delivery of local cloud infrastructure. The physical components of Appcore Onsite will be assembled and programmed at this new facility to be shipped across the market.
Manila, Philippines houses Appcore's newest 24/7/365 support center. The primary support center is located in Des Moines, Iowa and the new Manila office will assist in servicing inbound customer tickets to speed resolution time. The new facility features three shifts of technical personnel to ensure 24 hour support to the region.
The new office in Singapore serves as the regional headquarters for Appcore. It is ideally situated for serving clients in the eastern hemisphere and specifically the Asia-Pacific market. The Singapore office also includes a sales department, providing more convenient access for customers.
"The market for cloud computing services is growing at an astounding rate," said Brian Donaghy, CEO of Appcore. "We received several business inquiries from the Asia-Pacific market and expanded our business model to accommodate these requests. We are entering the market at an important crossroads - many businesses are choosing to use cloud computing resources, and Appcore will be there to answer the call."
For more information about Appcore cloud service solutions, visit http://www.appcore.com
About Appcore
Appcore automates the business of cloud computing(®)
Appcore delivers local cloud infrastructure for Enterprise Private Clouds and Service Provider Public Clouds. Appcore Onsite(TM) is a converged platform of automation, appstore, administration and architecture designed to be roll-in ready, accelerating the deployment and automating the operations of cloud environments. Appcore simplifies the complexity of cloud technology for data centers, telcos, software vendors and enterprises with flexible and scalable best practice solutions, backed by end- to-end management and support. Headquartered in Des Moines, IA with offices in Hong Kong, Manila and Singapore, Appcore delivers the business of cloud computing worldwide. In 2012, Appcore was named the fastest-growing company in mid-America by Five Elms Capital. http://www.appcore.com
Appcore and the Appcore logo are trademarks of Appcore, LLC. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
SOURCE Appcore
Appcore
CONTACT: Sarah Hilmer, +1-317-879-5929, Shilmer@sspr.com
Web Site: http://www.appcore.com
DES MOINES, Iowa, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Appcore(®), provider of the industry's only complete automated cloud computing platform, aims to capitalize on cloud innovation in a region that is seeing explosive growth in private and public local cloud infrastructure. This expansion provides more immediate availability of Appcore Onsite(TM) to service providers and enterprises particularly in Hong Kong, Philippines, Singapore and Australia. By providing local cloud infrastructure to these companies, Appcore is able to help them resolve the issues of trust, proximity and data sovereignty.
Appcore's Hong Kong office is the second build center for the company's infrastructure and will serve the Asia-Pacific region in order to expedite the delivery of local cloud infrastructure. The physical components of Appcore Onsite will be assembled and programmed at this new facility to be shipped across the market.
Manila, Philippines houses Appcore's newest 24/7/365 support center. The primary support center is located in Des Moines, Iowa and the new Manila office will assist in servicing inbound customer tickets to speed resolution time. The new facility features three shifts of technical personnel to ensure 24 hour support to the region.
The new office in Singapore serves as the regional headquarters for Appcore. It is ideally situated for serving clients in the eastern hemisphere and specifically the Asia-Pacific market. The Singapore office also includes a sales department, providing more convenient access for customers.
"The market for cloud computing services is growing at an astounding rate," said Brian Donaghy, CEO of Appcore. "We received several business inquiries from the Asia-Pacific market and expanded our business model to accommodate these requests. We are entering the market at an important crossroads - many businesses are choosing to use cloud computing resources, and Appcore will be there to answer the call."
For more information about Appcore cloud service solutions, visit http://www.appcore.com
About Appcore
Appcore automates the business of cloud computing(®)
Appcore delivers local cloud infrastructure for Enterprise Private Clouds and Service Provider Public Clouds. Appcore Onsite(TM) is a converged platform of automation, appstore, administration and architecture designed to be roll-in ready, accelerating the deployment and automating the operations of cloud environments. Appcore simplifies the complexity of cloud technology for data centers, telcos, software vendors and enterprises with flexible and scalable best practice solutions, backed by end- to-end management and support. Headquartered in Des Moines, IA with offices in Hong Kong, Manila and Singapore, Appcore delivers the business of cloud computing worldwide. In 2012, Appcore was named the fastest-growing company in mid-America by Five Elms Capital. http://www.appcore.com
Appcore and the Appcore logo are trademarks of Appcore, LLC. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
SOURCE Appcore
Appcore
CONTACT: Sarah Hilmer, +1-317-879-5929, Shilmer@sspr.com
Web Site: http://www.appcore.com
UberConference Integrates with Box and Evernote to Provide File and Note Sharing in Calls
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 22, 2013 at 10:14:01 AM
UberConference Integrates with Box and Evernote to Provide File and Note Sharing in Calls
SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Firespotter Labs today announced the availability of document and file sharing in UberConference through its integrations with Box and Evernote. By linking Box and Evernote accounts to UberConference, anyone on a teleconference can share multiple files and notes and easily switch between views by clicking on the different thumbnails.
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130122/SF45946-INFO)
Each participant's view is independent, so it provides flexibility for different people to view different content at the same time. The sharer has additional controls allowing them to refresh and delete shared items as well. At the end of the call, links to the notes and files are included in the call summaries for easy reference, and access to those documents takes place on Evernote and Box. See how it works in this video.
"UberConference integration with Box and Evernote makes conference calls much more productive while delivering an elegant and easy-to-use experience," said Craig Walker, CEO and co-founder of Firespotter Labs. "We are committed to building great product experiences and are thrilled to work with two such industry-leading companies who share our passion for creating amazing products."
Box makes it incredibly easy to preview and share hundreds of files and business documents including, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, pdf's, psd's, audio and image files, right in the browser through the integration. The embedded Box widget has a number of smart control features built in, including paging through documents, rotating and resizing images, and switching in and out of full screen view.
"Box's open platform and v2 API make it possible for our customers and partners to quickly and seamlessly integrate our service into their own applications," said Chris Yeh, VP of Platform at Box. "UberConference has built a visual phone conferencing service with a suite of powerful features including the ability to easily display and share business content directly from your Box account. We're excited to work with innovative companies like UberConference to drive businesses' productivity and make the conference calling experience more collaborative."
With the new release of Evernote Business, it's even easier to collaborate on both personal and business notes, and UberConference is one of the first companies to develop an integration with this new business note functionality. UberConference also utilizes Evernote's Related Note functionality to automatically find notes that might be relevant to the call.
"By adding seamless note sharing, UberConference has made it dead simple to quickly exchange ideas and information during a collaborative call," said Seth Hitchings, VP of Platform Strategy at Evernote. "Combined with the integrated Evernote Related Notes feature, UberConference is a great solution for Evernote Business users looking for the smartest ways to work."
About Firespotter Labs
Launched in 2011, Firespotter Labs is a startup founded by serial entrepreneur Craig Walker, focusing on making complex telephony products easy to use. With over 15 years experience as an entrepreneur in the emerging telephony space, Walker was CEO of Dialpad Communications, (acquired by Yahoo!, now Yahoo! Voice), and later co-founder and CEO of GrandCentral Communications (acquired by Google, now Google Voice). Products in the Firespotter family include UberConference, Nosh, NoshList, and Jotly. Firespotter Labs is funded by Andreessen Horowitz and Google Ventures. To learn more about Firespotter please visit http://www.firespotter.com
SOURCE Firespotter Labs
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Firespotter Labs
CONTACT: Andrea Roesch, +1-650-644-1700, andrea@firespotter.com
Web Site: http://www.firespotter.com
SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Firespotter Labs today announced the availability of document and file sharing in UberConference through its integrations with Box and Evernote. By linking Box and Evernote accounts to UberConference, anyone on a teleconference can share multiple files and notes and easily switch between views by clicking on the different thumbnails.
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130122/SF45946-INFO)
Each participant's view is independent, so it provides flexibility for different people to view different content at the same time. The sharer has additional controls allowing them to refresh and delete shared items as well. At the end of the call, links to the notes and files are included in the call summaries for easy reference, and access to those documents takes place on Evernote and Box. See how it works in this video.
"UberConference integration with Box and Evernote makes conference calls much more productive while delivering an elegant and easy-to-use experience," said Craig Walker, CEO and co-founder of Firespotter Labs. "We are committed to building great product experiences and are thrilled to work with two such industry-leading companies who share our passion for creating amazing products."
Box makes it incredibly easy to preview and share hundreds of files and business documents including, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, pdf's, psd's, audio and image files, right in the browser through the integration. The embedded Box widget has a number of smart control features built in, including paging through documents, rotating and resizing images, and switching in and out of full screen view.
"Box's open platform and v2 API make it possible for our customers and partners to quickly and seamlessly integrate our service into their own applications," said Chris Yeh, VP of Platform at Box. "UberConference has built a visual phone conferencing service with a suite of powerful features including the ability to easily display and share business content directly from your Box account. We're excited to work with innovative companies like UberConference to drive businesses' productivity and make the conference calling experience more collaborative."
With the new release of Evernote Business, it's even easier to collaborate on both personal and business notes, and UberConference is one of the first companies to develop an integration with this new business note functionality. UberConference also utilizes Evernote's Related Note functionality to automatically find notes that might be relevant to the call.
"By adding seamless note sharing, UberConference has made it dead simple to quickly exchange ideas and information during a collaborative call," said Seth Hitchings, VP of Platform Strategy at Evernote. "Combined with the integrated Evernote Related Notes feature, UberConference is a great solution for Evernote Business users looking for the smartest ways to work."
About Firespotter Labs
Launched in 2011, Firespotter Labs is a startup founded by serial entrepreneur Craig Walker, focusing on making complex telephony products easy to use. With over 15 years experience as an entrepreneur in the emerging telephony space, Walker was CEO of Dialpad Communications, (acquired by Yahoo!, now Yahoo! Voice), and later co-founder and CEO of GrandCentral Communications (acquired by Google, now Google Voice). Products in the Firespotter family include UberConference, Nosh, NoshList, and Jotly. Firespotter Labs is funded by Andreessen Horowitz and Google Ventures. To learn more about Firespotter please visit http://www.firespotter.com
SOURCE Firespotter Labs
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130122/SF45946-INFO
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Firespotter Labs
CONTACT: Andrea Roesch, +1-650-644-1700, andrea@firespotter.com
Web Site: http://www.firespotter.com
Leviton Introduces 20 Amp USB Charger/Tamper-Resistant Receptacle
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 22, 2013 at 9:42:01 AM
Leviton Introduces 20 Amp USB Charger/Tamper-Resistant Receptacle
Expansion of industry-leading USB device offers additional usage and placement options
MELVILLE, N.Y., Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Leviton today expanded its industry-leading USB Charger Receptacle offering with a new 20 Amp version. The latest USB charging device from Leviton offers the same ground-breaking 2.1A of charging power as its 15A counterpart, but now features a 20A/125V Tamper-Resistant Receptacle, ideal for high-current devices, such as small kitchen appliances.
"Leviton's new 20 Amp USB Charger/Tamper-Resistant Receptacle demonstrates the company's commitment to expanding solutions to meet varying applications," explained William Randall, Leviton's Director of Product Management for Residential. "Understanding that many customers charge their USB devices in the kitchen, this latest device offers USB charging capabilities without sacrificing a receptacle necessary for safely powering appliances with larger loads."
The state-of-the-art device has the capability to charge two USB-powered electronic devices utilizing its two USB Ports, leaving the 20A Tamper-Resistant Receptacle free to power devices requiring higher currents. Leviton's USB Charger/Tamper-Resistant Receptacle is designed to charge tablets, smart and mobile phones, gaming devices, e-readers, digital cameras and a host of other electronic devices.
Leviton's entire USB Charger/Tamper-Resistant Receptacle line is strategically designed with two vertical USB Ports, providing additional space for maneuvering of charging cords and reducing stress on the cables while charging. The USB Ports are Type A, 2.0/3.0 and incorporate a smart chip which recognizes and optimizes the charging power of the device plugged in. It is engineered to fit in a standard wallbox, use a standard wallplate and can be multi-ganged with any standard Leviton wiring device.
With its contemporary and aesthetically pleasing design, the Leviton 20A/125V USB Charger/Tamper- Resistant Receptacle is perfect for both residential and light commercial applications, including kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms, home offices, hospitals, hotels, college dorm rooms and any other location where both higher-current powering and USB charging is desired.
The device is 2011 NEC® compliant, certified to the applicable U.S. and Canadian Standards by Underwriters Laboratories (UL), and comes with a five-year limited product warranty. The receptacle's shutter mechanism is designed to block access to the contacts from most foreign objects to improve safety. Available in White and Light Almond, the Leviton USB Charger/Tamper-Resistant Receptacle is compatible with Leviton's complete line of signature Decora(® )wiring devices and wallplates, as well as Leviton's Mobile Device Station.
The 20A Leviton USB Charger/Tamper-Resistant Receptacle is now available through Leviton's network of retail and electrical distribution channels. For additional information on all of Leviton's USB Charger/Tamper-Resistant Receptacles, visit http://www.leviton.com/usb.
About Leviton Residential
Leviton residential products are the brand most preferred by builders and electrical contractors. Leviton's award winning lighting controls, wiring devices and home automation products help electrical industry professionals and homeowners create smart living environments that deliver energy savings, convenience, reliability and safety. Learn more at http://www.leviton.com/residential.
About Leviton
Leviton is the smart choice, providing the most comprehensive range of solutions to meet the needs of today's residential, commercial and industrial buildings. Leveraging more than a century of experience, Leviton helps customers create sustainable, intelligent environments through its electrical wiring devices, network and data center connectivity solutions, and lighting energy management systems. From switches and receptacles, to daylight harvesting controls, networking systems, and equipment for charging electric vehicles, Leviton solutions help customers achieve savings in energy, time and cost, all while enhancing safety. For more information, visit http://www.leviton.com, http://www.facebook.com/leviton, http://twitter.com/leviton or http://www.youtube.com/Levitonmfg.
SOURCE Leviton
Leviton
CONTACT: Jay Sherman, Marketing Director, +1-631-812-6092, JSherman@leviton.com
Web Site: http://www.leviton.com
Expansion of industry-leading USB device offers additional usage and placement options
MELVILLE, N.Y., Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Leviton today expanded its industry-leading USB Charger Receptacle offering with a new 20 Amp version. The latest USB charging device from Leviton offers the same ground-breaking 2.1A of charging power as its 15A counterpart, but now features a 20A/125V Tamper-Resistant Receptacle, ideal for high-current devices, such as small kitchen appliances.
"Leviton's new 20 Amp USB Charger/Tamper-Resistant Receptacle demonstrates the company's commitment to expanding solutions to meet varying applications," explained William Randall, Leviton's Director of Product Management for Residential. "Understanding that many customers charge their USB devices in the kitchen, this latest device offers USB charging capabilities without sacrificing a receptacle necessary for safely powering appliances with larger loads."
The state-of-the-art device has the capability to charge two USB-powered electronic devices utilizing its two USB Ports, leaving the 20A Tamper-Resistant Receptacle free to power devices requiring higher currents. Leviton's USB Charger/Tamper-Resistant Receptacle is designed to charge tablets, smart and mobile phones, gaming devices, e-readers, digital cameras and a host of other electronic devices.
Leviton's entire USB Charger/Tamper-Resistant Receptacle line is strategically designed with two vertical USB Ports, providing additional space for maneuvering of charging cords and reducing stress on the cables while charging. The USB Ports are Type A, 2.0/3.0 and incorporate a smart chip which recognizes and optimizes the charging power of the device plugged in. It is engineered to fit in a standard wallbox, use a standard wallplate and can be multi-ganged with any standard Leviton wiring device.
With its contemporary and aesthetically pleasing design, the Leviton 20A/125V USB Charger/Tamper- Resistant Receptacle is perfect for both residential and light commercial applications, including kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms, home offices, hospitals, hotels, college dorm rooms and any other location where both higher-current powering and USB charging is desired.
The device is 2011 NEC® compliant, certified to the applicable U.S. and Canadian Standards by Underwriters Laboratories (UL), and comes with a five-year limited product warranty. The receptacle's shutter mechanism is designed to block access to the contacts from most foreign objects to improve safety. Available in White and Light Almond, the Leviton USB Charger/Tamper-Resistant Receptacle is compatible with Leviton's complete line of signature Decora(® )wiring devices and wallplates, as well as Leviton's Mobile Device Station.
The 20A Leviton USB Charger/Tamper-Resistant Receptacle is now available through Leviton's network of retail and electrical distribution channels. For additional information on all of Leviton's USB Charger/Tamper-Resistant Receptacles, visit http://www.leviton.com/usb.
About Leviton Residential
Leviton residential products are the brand most preferred by builders and electrical contractors. Leviton's award winning lighting controls, wiring devices and home automation products help electrical industry professionals and homeowners create smart living environments that deliver energy savings, convenience, reliability and safety. Learn more at http://www.leviton.com/residential.
About Leviton
Leviton is the smart choice, providing the most comprehensive range of solutions to meet the needs of today's residential, commercial and industrial buildings. Leveraging more than a century of experience, Leviton helps customers create sustainable, intelligent environments through its electrical wiring devices, network and data center connectivity solutions, and lighting energy management systems. From switches and receptacles, to daylight harvesting controls, networking systems, and equipment for charging electric vehicles, Leviton solutions help customers achieve savings in energy, time and cost, all while enhancing safety. For more information, visit http://www.leviton.com, http://www.facebook.com/leviton, http://twitter.com/leviton or http://www.youtube.com/Levitonmfg.
SOURCE Leviton
Leviton
CONTACT: Jay Sherman, Marketing Director, +1-631-812-6092, JSherman@leviton.com
Web Site: http://www.leviton.com
Tonido Launches New iOS App to Instantly Access, Share and Stream Personal Media
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 22, 2013 at 9:42:01 AM
Tonido Launches New iOS App to Instantly Access, Share and Stream Personal Media
- New app protects personal data while making documents, videos, and music available across desktop and mobile devices -
AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Access media files from any location while enjoying the security, privacy and unlimited storage of a personal server with Tonido. Developed by CodeLathe, the leader in personal cloud software and services, Tonido lets individuals watch videos, listen to music, see photos and open documents that are stored on their computer right from their mobile iOS device. Users can now share their personal media without worrying about the privacy and security of their data.
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130122/DA45921)
"The Tonido iPhone/iPad app is the result of a development team that strived to bring users an enhanced experience through pleasing aesthetics and effortless remote access and sharing. It is extremely simple to use and is perhaps one of the most functional and beautiful apps on the iTunes App Store. Tonido also supports a wide range of video and audio formats including MKV and FLAC. It is a must have app for anybody who has a large digital media collection," said Anis Abdul, CTO of CodeLathe.
Tonido offers users secure access to their home computer's entire collection of documents, photos, music and videos from anywhere without having to upload it to a public cloud service. Individuals begin by downloading the free Tonido server app on their desktop and the free mobile app onto their iOS device. Employing smart LAN switching technology to use gigabit access speed within home LAN networks, the app safely connects users to the documents stored on their desktop in seconds. Users can also access their files via WiFi or 3G mobile networks, backup their photos and videos from their iPhone/iPad to their Tonido personal cloud, and download files for offline viewing.
"More than ever, customers are realizing that their personal data is no longer safe and secure in popular online services and they're turning towards personal cloud services like Tonido for their remote access and sharing needs. Increasingly, leading public cloud services are using user's personal data stored in their servers as a new source of income. These aggressive monetization efforts put the integrity of personal data at grave risk. In truth, there is no guarantee on privacy of personal data once it leaves an individual's device or computer. Thankfully, customers have an alternative choice in Tonido, one that provides easy access to their personal data from any iOS device, just like a public cloud, but without sacrificing the data ownership," said Madhan Kanagavel, CEO of CodeLathe.
Tonido Features
-- Automatic, multi-format live video transcoding and streaming (including
MOV, MP4, M4V, MPG, MPEG, AVI, VOB, MKV, WMV, XVID, FLV, SWF, OGG, GP3,
MTS, M2TS). Requires no manual conversion of video files for playback
-- Automatic multi-format music streaming and playlist support (including
FLAC, OGG, WMA, MP3, and more)
-- Tonido companion server apps are available for all computer platforms:
Windows, Mac OSX and Linux
-- Plug- and-Play remote access. No fiddling with router settings
-- Easy to remember web URL access to your computer
-- Stream Music and Videos to Apple TV using Airplay
The Tonido server app is available for free download at http://www.tonido.com.
The Tonido iOS app is available for free on the iTunes App Store at:https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/tonido-file-access-music-video/id388726418?mt=8.
For more information on the Tonido iPhone/iPad app, visit:http://www.tonido.com/ios/
Screenshots: http://www.tonido.com/ios/docs/tonido_ios_media_kit.zip
Trailer:
http://youtu.be/YRO5Xs8-yC8
About CodeLathe:
CodeLathe, founded in 2008, is a pioneer in personal cloud products and services, offering turnkey personal/private cloud storage and sync solutions to leading mobile carriers, enterprises, network and external storage device makers to create value-added products and services. CodeLathe also offers personal cloud software and services directly to customers under its own brand, Tonido. CodeLathe's mission is to enable customers to run their own personal/private clouds and provide a compelling alternative to public online services. Over half a million devices run Tonido (http://www.tonido.com) personal cloud software and a quarter million users use it daily. CodeLathe is also a maker of the popular portable network attached storage device, TonidoPlug (http://www.tonidoplug.com). Tonido(TM) and TonidoPlug(TM) are registered trademarks of CodeLathe LLC.
SOURCE CodeLathe
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130122/DA45921
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
CodeLathe
CONTACT: Madhan Kanagavel, CodeLathe, +1-508-667-4433, madhan@codelathe.com
Web Site: http://www.tonido.com
- New app protects personal data while making documents, videos, and music available across desktop and mobile devices -
AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Access media files from any location while enjoying the security, privacy and unlimited storage of a personal server with Tonido. Developed by CodeLathe, the leader in personal cloud software and services, Tonido lets individuals watch videos, listen to music, see photos and open documents that are stored on their computer right from their mobile iOS device. Users can now share their personal media without worrying about the privacy and security of their data.
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130122/DA45921)
"The Tonido iPhone/iPad app is the result of a development team that strived to bring users an enhanced experience through pleasing aesthetics and effortless remote access and sharing. It is extremely simple to use and is perhaps one of the most functional and beautiful apps on the iTunes App Store. Tonido also supports a wide range of video and audio formats including MKV and FLAC. It is a must have app for anybody who has a large digital media collection," said Anis Abdul, CTO of CodeLathe.
Tonido offers users secure access to their home computer's entire collection of documents, photos, music and videos from anywhere without having to upload it to a public cloud service. Individuals begin by downloading the free Tonido server app on their desktop and the free mobile app onto their iOS device. Employing smart LAN switching technology to use gigabit access speed within home LAN networks, the app safely connects users to the documents stored on their desktop in seconds. Users can also access their files via WiFi or 3G mobile networks, backup their photos and videos from their iPhone/iPad to their Tonido personal cloud, and download files for offline viewing.
"More than ever, customers are realizing that their personal data is no longer safe and secure in popular online services and they're turning towards personal cloud services like Tonido for their remote access and sharing needs. Increasingly, leading public cloud services are using user's personal data stored in their servers as a new source of income. These aggressive monetization efforts put the integrity of personal data at grave risk. In truth, there is no guarantee on privacy of personal data once it leaves an individual's device or computer. Thankfully, customers have an alternative choice in Tonido, one that provides easy access to their personal data from any iOS device, just like a public cloud, but without sacrificing the data ownership," said Madhan Kanagavel, CEO of CodeLathe.
Tonido Features
-- Automatic, multi-format live video transcoding and streaming (including
MOV, MP4, M4V, MPG, MPEG, AVI, VOB, MKV, WMV, XVID, FLV, SWF, OGG, GP3,
MTS, M2TS). Requires no manual conversion of video files for playback
-- Automatic multi-format music streaming and playlist support (including
FLAC, OGG, WMA, MP3, and more)
-- Tonido companion server apps are available for all computer platforms:
Windows, Mac OSX and Linux
-- Plug- and-Play remote access. No fiddling with router settings
-- Easy to remember web URL access to your computer
-- Stream Music and Videos to Apple TV using Airplay
The Tonido server app is available for free download at http://www.tonido.com.
The Tonido iOS app is available for free on the iTunes App Store at:https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/tonido-file-access-music-video/id388726418?mt=8.
For more information on the Tonido iPhone/iPad app, visit:http://www.tonido.com/ios/
Screenshots: http://www.tonido.com/ios/docs/tonido_ios_media_kit.zip
Trailer:
http://youtu.be/YRO5Xs8-yC8
About CodeLathe:
CodeLathe, founded in 2008, is a pioneer in personal cloud products and services, offering turnkey personal/private cloud storage and sync solutions to leading mobile carriers, enterprises, network and external storage device makers to create value-added products and services. CodeLathe also offers personal cloud software and services directly to customers under its own brand, Tonido. CodeLathe's mission is to enable customers to run their own personal/private clouds and provide a compelling alternative to public online services. Over half a million devices run Tonido (http://www.tonido.com) personal cloud software and a quarter million users use it daily. CodeLathe is also a maker of the popular portable network attached storage device, TonidoPlug (http://www.tonidoplug.com). Tonido(TM) and TonidoPlug(TM) are registered trademarks of CodeLathe LLC.
SOURCE CodeLathe
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130122/DA45921
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
CodeLathe
CONTACT: Madhan Kanagavel, CodeLathe, +1-508-667-4433, madhan@codelathe.com
Web Site: http://www.tonido.com
Panasonic Showcases New Dual Voltage Technology For Tough IP(TM) Power Tools At IBS 2013
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 22, 2013 at 9:42:01 AM
Panasonic Showcases New Dual Voltage Technology For Tough IP(TM) Power Tools At IBS 2013
Panasonic Booth Number: C6638
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Panasonic Power Tool Division, a pioneer in cordless power tool technology, showcases the expansion of their line of Tough IP(TM) Li-Ion Cordless Power Tools at the2013 International Builders' Show. The Tough IP line now features products with new Dual Voltage Technology, allowing select tools to be used as both 18-volt and 14.4-volt with just a switch of the battery pack. Panasonic is currently the only power tool manufacturer to have this type of technology available, making it even easier for professionals to complete a variety of jobs using just one tool.
In order to utilize the Dual Voltage Technology, construction and maintenance professionals can easily swap out the Panasonic 4.2Ah LS Li-ion battery pack or existing 14.4-volt or 18-volt batteries to achieve the desired voltage - 18-volt for jobs that require longer runtime between charges and more power or 14.4-volt for jobs that require less runtime. Unlike manganese-based Li-ion batteries used in many cordless power tools, Panasonic's exclusive Li-ion battery technology contains a battery overheat protection sensor that protects against excess internal heat buildup that can decrease the lifetime of the battery pack. The battery packs feature Panasonic's Solid Solution technology, a proprietary process for dissolving and hardening cobalt and nickel and other key battery components, and a special heat-resistant ceramic coating layer separates cells and protects them from heat buildup. Together, the chemistry, battery design and manufacturing process add up to high capacity batteries that deliver long life.
"Our top priority at Panasonic is to manufacturer the most innovative cordless power tools on the market in order to better serve our customers and help them do their jobs more accurately and efficiently while on a job site," said John Olson, Industrial Sales Manager, Panasonic Assembly Systems. "With the introduction of the Dual Voltage Technology to our Tough IP line, we are providing our customers with premium tools with multiple functions, but without adding more weight to their tool belts."
This proprietary Dual Voltage Technology is now available on the Cordless ½-inch Drill and Driver kit, the ¼-inch Hex Quick Connect Cordless Impact Driver Kit, Cordless ½-inch Square Drive Impact Wrench and the Cordless Reciprocating Saw (tool only).
The kits come with a charger, two 4.2Ah LS Li-ion battery packs and a carrying case. Panasonic's charger helps extend the life of the 4.2Ah LS battery pack and tool, since battery pack cells are independently monitored for even discharge while preventing over-charging and over-discharging. Sometimes professional users attempt to push their tools past design limits which can lead to irreversible battery or tool damage. An over-discharge sensor prevents the user from running the tool after it reaches the point where too-low voltage output could damage the battery or tool, and an internal temperature sensor also indicates if internal battery temperatures rise, and cuts off tool power if it reaches critical levels.
In addition to featuring superior battery technology and an IP 56 rating for effective dust and water resistance, Panasonic's new Dual Voltage Technology tools include the following features:
New Tough IP Li-ion 18v/14.4v Dual Voltage Technology Tools
EY74A1LS2G/EY74A1X (Tool Only)Cordless ½-inch Drill and Driver Kit:
This Drill and Driver kit is ideal for construction and maintenance professionals who need to switch between driving and drilling tasks throughout the day. The versatility of this product with the Dual Voltage Technology is built to help complete plumbing, carpentry and electrical installation jobs with precision and efficiency.
Additional Features:
-- Variable speed and reversible with a two-speed transmission
-- 80-600 rpm low speed ideal for deep-wood drilling and driving jobs
-- 220-1.750 rpm high speed best for metal drilling jobs
-- 18-stage clutch
-- It adjusts from approximately 4.3 to 39.0 inches in two-lb.
increments to match driving needs without overdriving or stripping
fasteners
-- Electric brake to stop the chuck instantly when the trigger is released
-- Compact size (8-inches long by 9-13/32-inches tall by 2-5/16-inches
wide) to easily fit into tight work spaces
-- Light weight - only 4.30 lbs. including the battery
-- Built-in LED light to make working in dark areas easier
EY775A1LS2G/EY75A1X (Tool Only) ¼-inch Hex Quick Connect Cordless Impact DriverKit:
This Impact Driver Kit works hard while staying cool when used during highly repetitive fastening jobs. The tool has exceptional power and runtime to excel in heavy driving, demanding fastening or finish-assembly applications such as HVAC installation, auto repair, deck building, lag bolt and more.
Additional Features:
-- High/Hard setting is for heavy driving jobs such as setting lag bolts,
tightening large bolts and nuts or driving long screws
-- This setting delivers 0-2,500 no-load rpm, 1,370 inches-lbs. of
torque and 0-3,000 impacts per minute (ipm)
-- Medium setting is suited for driving self-tapping screws and conduit
clip fasteners
-- This setting delivers 0-1,400 no-load rpm, 1,150 inches-lbs. of
torque and 0-2,800 ipm
-- Low/Soft setting is great for delicate fastening jobs that require
controlled power such as the installation of cabinet hinges and
fastening wall plates to electrical boxes
-- This setting delivers 0-1,000 rpm, 230 inches-lbs. of torque and
0-2,000 ipm
-- Electric brake to stop the ¼ Hex Quick-Connect Bit instantly in all
modes
-- Brushless motor, durable switch and sealed control circuits in the tool
body and battery pack to deliver top power, speed, runtime and long tool
life
-- Compact size (2-13/32-inches wide by 9-17/32-inches tall by 6-5/8-inches
long) to easily fit into tight work spaces
-- Light weight - only 3.50 lbs. including the battery
-- Built-in LED light to make working in dark areas easier
EY75A2X (Tool Only - No Kit) Cordless ½-inch Square Drive Impact Wrench:
This Impact Wrench is a perfect choice for high-capacity, heavy-duty fastening jobs. Professional tradesmen who do repetitive bolt/nut fastening, scaffold assembly and disassembly and repetitive lag bolt driving, understand the need for a compact tool that provides the power to drive fasteners quickly. This ½-inch Square Drive Impact Wrench can deliver 1,815 inches-Ibs. of variable speed power in forward or reverse.
Additional Features:
-- High/Hard setting is for heavy driving jobs such as setting lag bolts,
tightening large bolts and nuts or driving long screws
-- This setting delivers 0-2,300 no-load rpm, 1,815 inches-lbs. of
torque and 0-3,500 impacts ipm
-- Medium setting is suited for driving self-tapping screws and conduit
clip fasteners
-- This setting delivers 0-1,400 no-load rpm, 1,240 inches-lbs. of
torque and 0-2,800 ipm
-- Low/Soft setting is great for delicate fastening jobs that require
controlled power such as the installation of cabinet hinges and
fastening wall plates to electrical boxes
-- This setting delivers 0-1,000 rpm, 440 inches-lbs. of torque and
0-2,000 ipm
-- Electric brake to stop the ½ Square Chuck instantly in all modes
-- Brushless motor, durable switch and sealed control circuits in the tool
body and battery pack to deliver top power, speed, runtime and long tool
life
-- Compact size (2-13/32-inches wide by 9-17/32-inches tall by 6-1/8-inches
long) to easily fit into tight work spaces
-- Light weight - only 3.75 lbs. including the battery
-- Built-in LED light to make working in dark areas easier
EY45A1LS1G/EY45A1X (Tool Only) Cordless Reciprocating Saw Kit:
This Cordless Reciprocating Saw Kit delivers faster cutting and demolition performance to carpentry, plumbing and electrical installation professionals.
Additional Features:
-- High-torque motor makes cutting all wood and steel a breeze.
-- With a 1-1/8-inch long-stroke length running at 0-2,800 strokes per
minute, this saw is fast is efficient.
-- Compact size (18-1/8-inches long by 8-1/4-inches tall by 3-7/16-inches
wide) to easily fit into tight work spaces
-- Light weight - only 7.50 lbs. including the battery and an ergonomic
design to help keep the user's wrist in the neutral position, preventing
fatigue and increasing control
Rated Tough by IEC:
Each of Panasonic Tough IP Cordless Power Tools were awarded a rating of IP56 by the IEC (according to IEC60529) classifying them "Dust-protected" and "Protected against powerful water jets". The two numbers in the rating are for dust resistance and water resistance respectively.
The higher the IP rating, the stronger the tool is to resist dust and water. For more information on IEC IP Ratings, please visit http://www.iec.ch.
For more information on the new Dual Voltage Technology products or the complete line of Panasonic Tough IP Cordless Power Tools and Panasonic Tough IP dealers, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/cordlesstools or call 1-800-338-0552.
About Panasonic Eco Solutions North America
Panasonic Eco Solutions North America is a division of Panasonic Corporation of North America, the principal North American subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation (NYSE: PC). The company develops and provides customized and integrated technology-based energy solutions for customers in both the public and private sector.
Panasonic is pledged to practice prudent, sustainable use of the earth's natural resources and protect our environment through the company's Eco Ideas programs. Panasonic was the only Consumer Electronics company to be listed in the top ten brands on the Interbrand Best Global Green Brands 2011 ranking. Follow Panasonic on Twitter @panasonicdirect; additional company information for media is available at http://www.panasonic.com/pressroom.
SOURCE Panasonic Power Tool Division
Panasonic Power Tool Division
CONTACT: Jackie Franzese, Gibbs & Soell Inc., +1-212-697-2600, jfranzese@gibbs-soell.com; or Beth Crisafi, Gibbs & Soell Inc., +1-212-697-2600, bcrisafi@gibbs-soell.com; or Chris De Maria, Panasonic, +1-201-348-7182, Christopher.Demaria@us.panasonic.com; or Yessica Castillo, Panasonic, +1-201-392-4193, Yessica.Castillo@us.panasonic.com
Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com
Panasonic Booth Number: C6638
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Panasonic Power Tool Division, a pioneer in cordless power tool technology, showcases the expansion of their line of Tough IP(TM) Li-Ion Cordless Power Tools at the2013 International Builders' Show. The Tough IP line now features products with new Dual Voltage Technology, allowing select tools to be used as both 18-volt and 14.4-volt with just a switch of the battery pack. Panasonic is currently the only power tool manufacturer to have this type of technology available, making it even easier for professionals to complete a variety of jobs using just one tool.
In order to utilize the Dual Voltage Technology, construction and maintenance professionals can easily swap out the Panasonic 4.2Ah LS Li-ion battery pack or existing 14.4-volt or 18-volt batteries to achieve the desired voltage - 18-volt for jobs that require longer runtime between charges and more power or 14.4-volt for jobs that require less runtime. Unlike manganese-based Li-ion batteries used in many cordless power tools, Panasonic's exclusive Li-ion battery technology contains a battery overheat protection sensor that protects against excess internal heat buildup that can decrease the lifetime of the battery pack. The battery packs feature Panasonic's Solid Solution technology, a proprietary process for dissolving and hardening cobalt and nickel and other key battery components, and a special heat-resistant ceramic coating layer separates cells and protects them from heat buildup. Together, the chemistry, battery design and manufacturing process add up to high capacity batteries that deliver long life.
"Our top priority at Panasonic is to manufacturer the most innovative cordless power tools on the market in order to better serve our customers and help them do their jobs more accurately and efficiently while on a job site," said John Olson, Industrial Sales Manager, Panasonic Assembly Systems. "With the introduction of the Dual Voltage Technology to our Tough IP line, we are providing our customers with premium tools with multiple functions, but without adding more weight to their tool belts."
This proprietary Dual Voltage Technology is now available on the Cordless ½-inch Drill and Driver kit, the ¼-inch Hex Quick Connect Cordless Impact Driver Kit, Cordless ½-inch Square Drive Impact Wrench and the Cordless Reciprocating Saw (tool only).
The kits come with a charger, two 4.2Ah LS Li-ion battery packs and a carrying case. Panasonic's charger helps extend the life of the 4.2Ah LS battery pack and tool, since battery pack cells are independently monitored for even discharge while preventing over-charging and over-discharging. Sometimes professional users attempt to push their tools past design limits which can lead to irreversible battery or tool damage. An over-discharge sensor prevents the user from running the tool after it reaches the point where too-low voltage output could damage the battery or tool, and an internal temperature sensor also indicates if internal battery temperatures rise, and cuts off tool power if it reaches critical levels.
In addition to featuring superior battery technology and an IP 56 rating for effective dust and water resistance, Panasonic's new Dual Voltage Technology tools include the following features:
New Tough IP Li-ion 18v/14.4v Dual Voltage Technology Tools
EY74A1LS2G/EY74A1X (Tool Only)Cordless ½-inch Drill and Driver Kit:
This Drill and Driver kit is ideal for construction and maintenance professionals who need to switch between driving and drilling tasks throughout the day. The versatility of this product with the Dual Voltage Technology is built to help complete plumbing, carpentry and electrical installation jobs with precision and efficiency.
Additional Features:
-- Variable speed and reversible with a two-speed transmission
-- 80-600 rpm low speed ideal for deep-wood drilling and driving jobs
-- 220-1.750 rpm high speed best for metal drilling jobs
-- 18-stage clutch
-- It adjusts from approximately 4.3 to 39.0 inches in two-lb.
increments to match driving needs without overdriving or stripping
fasteners
-- Electric brake to stop the chuck instantly when the trigger is released
-- Compact size (8-inches long by 9-13/32-inches tall by 2-5/16-inches
wide) to easily fit into tight work spaces
-- Light weight - only 4.30 lbs. including the battery
-- Built-in LED light to make working in dark areas easier
EY775A1LS2G/EY75A1X (Tool Only) ¼-inch Hex Quick Connect Cordless Impact DriverKit:
This Impact Driver Kit works hard while staying cool when used during highly repetitive fastening jobs. The tool has exceptional power and runtime to excel in heavy driving, demanding fastening or finish-assembly applications such as HVAC installation, auto repair, deck building, lag bolt and more.
Additional Features:
-- High/Hard setting is for heavy driving jobs such as setting lag bolts,
tightening large bolts and nuts or driving long screws
-- This setting delivers 0-2,500 no-load rpm, 1,370 inches-lbs. of
torque and 0-3,000 impacts per minute (ipm)
-- Medium setting is suited for driving self-tapping screws and conduit
clip fasteners
-- This setting delivers 0-1,400 no-load rpm, 1,150 inches-lbs. of
torque and 0-2,800 ipm
-- Low/Soft setting is great for delicate fastening jobs that require
controlled power such as the installation of cabinet hinges and
fastening wall plates to electrical boxes
-- This setting delivers 0-1,000 rpm, 230 inches-lbs. of torque and
0-2,000 ipm
-- Electric brake to stop the ¼ Hex Quick-Connect Bit instantly in all
modes
-- Brushless motor, durable switch and sealed control circuits in the tool
body and battery pack to deliver top power, speed, runtime and long tool
life
-- Compact size (2-13/32-inches wide by 9-17/32-inches tall by 6-5/8-inches
long) to easily fit into tight work spaces
-- Light weight - only 3.50 lbs. including the battery
-- Built-in LED light to make working in dark areas easier
EY75A2X (Tool Only - No Kit) Cordless ½-inch Square Drive Impact Wrench:
This Impact Wrench is a perfect choice for high-capacity, heavy-duty fastening jobs. Professional tradesmen who do repetitive bolt/nut fastening, scaffold assembly and disassembly and repetitive lag bolt driving, understand the need for a compact tool that provides the power to drive fasteners quickly. This ½-inch Square Drive Impact Wrench can deliver 1,815 inches-Ibs. of variable speed power in forward or reverse.
Additional Features:
-- High/Hard setting is for heavy driving jobs such as setting lag bolts,
tightening large bolts and nuts or driving long screws
-- This setting delivers 0-2,300 no-load rpm, 1,815 inches-lbs. of
torque and 0-3,500 impacts ipm
-- Medium setting is suited for driving self-tapping screws and conduit
clip fasteners
-- This setting delivers 0-1,400 no-load rpm, 1,240 inches-lbs. of
torque and 0-2,800 ipm
-- Low/Soft setting is great for delicate fastening jobs that require
controlled power such as the installation of cabinet hinges and
fastening wall plates to electrical boxes
-- This setting delivers 0-1,000 rpm, 440 inches-lbs. of torque and
0-2,000 ipm
-- Electric brake to stop the ½ Square Chuck instantly in all modes
-- Brushless motor, durable switch and sealed control circuits in the tool
body and battery pack to deliver top power, speed, runtime and long tool
life
-- Compact size (2-13/32-inches wide by 9-17/32-inches tall by 6-1/8-inches
long) to easily fit into tight work spaces
-- Light weight - only 3.75 lbs. including the battery
-- Built-in LED light to make working in dark areas easier
EY45A1LS1G/EY45A1X (Tool Only) Cordless Reciprocating Saw Kit:
This Cordless Reciprocating Saw Kit delivers faster cutting and demolition performance to carpentry, plumbing and electrical installation professionals.
Additional Features:
-- High-torque motor makes cutting all wood and steel a breeze.
-- With a 1-1/8-inch long-stroke length running at 0-2,800 strokes per
minute, this saw is fast is efficient.
-- Compact size (18-1/8-inches long by 8-1/4-inches tall by 3-7/16-inches
wide) to easily fit into tight work spaces
-- Light weight - only 7.50 lbs. including the battery and an ergonomic
design to help keep the user's wrist in the neutral position, preventing
fatigue and increasing control
Rated Tough by IEC:
Each of Panasonic Tough IP Cordless Power Tools were awarded a rating of IP56 by the IEC (according to IEC60529) classifying them "Dust-protected" and "Protected against powerful water jets". The two numbers in the rating are for dust resistance and water resistance respectively.
The higher the IP rating, the stronger the tool is to resist dust and water. For more information on IEC IP Ratings, please visit http://www.iec.ch.
For more information on the new Dual Voltage Technology products or the complete line of Panasonic Tough IP Cordless Power Tools and Panasonic Tough IP dealers, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/cordlesstools or call 1-800-338-0552.
About Panasonic Eco Solutions North America
Panasonic Eco Solutions North America is a division of Panasonic Corporation of North America, the principal North American subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation (NYSE: PC). The company develops and provides customized and integrated technology-based energy solutions for customers in both the public and private sector.
Panasonic is pledged to practice prudent, sustainable use of the earth's natural resources and protect our environment through the company's Eco Ideas programs. Panasonic was the only Consumer Electronics company to be listed in the top ten brands on the Interbrand Best Global Green Brands 2011 ranking. Follow Panasonic on Twitter @panasonicdirect; additional company information for media is available at http://www.panasonic.com/pressroom.
SOURCE Panasonic Power Tool Division
Panasonic Power Tool Division
CONTACT: Jackie Franzese, Gibbs & Soell Inc., +1-212-697-2600, jfranzese@gibbs-soell.com; or Beth Crisafi, Gibbs & Soell Inc., +1-212-697-2600, bcrisafi@gibbs-soell.com; or Chris De Maria, Panasonic, +1-201-348-7182, Christopher.Demaria@us.panasonic.com; or Yessica Castillo, Panasonic, +1-201-392-4193, Yessica.Castillo@us.panasonic.com
Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com
Kemesa releases cloud-based password manager; seeks screeners
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 22, 2013 at 9:35:01 AM
Kemesa releases cloud-based password manager; seeks screeners
Kemesa's new cloud-based password manager, with DOD-type encryption, now available for individuals and small- to medium-sized businesses. And it's free.
SALT LAKE CITY, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Kemesa, a leader in password protection and online security for the banking industry, invites potential users to screen its new, free, secure password storage platform for consumers and small business, and to provide feedback.
Originated by the company that developed ShopShield, the highly respected online secure payment shopping platform, Kemesa's cloud-based security application is based on the same remote access process and security encryption used by the Department of Defense and top financial institutions.
"It's taken us years of work and experience to get here, but today, we are confident that our users have the most reliable and fortified password storage solution available in the United States," says CEO Chris Skipworth.
Kemesa - short for Keep Me Safe - enters the consumer password storage and protection market after years of safeguarding some of the world's leading financial institutions. If banks trust Kemesa, you can, too.
The platform, based on the latest research and industry best practices, includes two-factor authentication, which is a superior method for preventing password hacking, and leverages Kemesa's patented secure transaction technology. Remember one password; access all your favorite sites.
With the Kemesa platform, you can track other important data, like airline mileage numbers or credit cards - all encrypted on your browser. The application is so secure that not even Kemesa knows your password. Only users have the key to unlock stored data.
More than 15 million people are victimized annually by hackers, at a cost of $50 billion. But the damage goes beyond money.
Victims have seen their credit rating destroyed, been embarrassed by offensive emails and social media messages purportedly sent by them, have lost access to important data and been forced to cancel credit cards.
"Our architects know how the scammers operate - we track and analyze their work - and have implemented a multi-layered security approach to defeat these criminals," says Skipworth.
All clients get a free account. There is nothing to install on your computer, and users can access personal data from any computer anywhere in the world. Plus, Kemesa works with all major browsers.
About Kemesa: Salt Lake City-based Kemesa builds innovative internet-based solutions to increase online security and privacy for consumers and small- to medium-sized businesses.
CONTACT: Tom Opdyke, 1-404-213-3077
SOURCE Kemesa
Kemesa
Web Site: http://www.kemesa.com
Kemesa's new cloud-based password manager, with DOD-type encryption, now available for individuals and small- to medium-sized businesses. And it's free.
SALT LAKE CITY, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Kemesa, a leader in password protection and online security for the banking industry, invites potential users to screen its new, free, secure password storage platform for consumers and small business, and to provide feedback.
Originated by the company that developed ShopShield, the highly respected online secure payment shopping platform, Kemesa's cloud-based security application is based on the same remote access process and security encryption used by the Department of Defense and top financial institutions.
"It's taken us years of work and experience to get here, but today, we are confident that our users have the most reliable and fortified password storage solution available in the United States," says CEO Chris Skipworth.
Kemesa - short for Keep Me Safe - enters the consumer password storage and protection market after years of safeguarding some of the world's leading financial institutions. If banks trust Kemesa, you can, too.
The platform, based on the latest research and industry best practices, includes two-factor authentication, which is a superior method for preventing password hacking, and leverages Kemesa's patented secure transaction technology. Remember one password; access all your favorite sites.
With the Kemesa platform, you can track other important data, like airline mileage numbers or credit cards - all encrypted on your browser. The application is so secure that not even Kemesa knows your password. Only users have the key to unlock stored data.
More than 15 million people are victimized annually by hackers, at a cost of $50 billion. But the damage goes beyond money.
Victims have seen their credit rating destroyed, been embarrassed by offensive emails and social media messages purportedly sent by them, have lost access to important data and been forced to cancel credit cards.
"Our architects know how the scammers operate - we track and analyze their work - and have implemented a multi-layered security approach to defeat these criminals," says Skipworth.
All clients get a free account. There is nothing to install on your computer, and users can access personal data from any computer anywhere in the world. Plus, Kemesa works with all major browsers.
About Kemesa: Salt Lake City-based Kemesa builds innovative internet-based solutions to increase online security and privacy for consumers and small- to medium-sized businesses.
CONTACT: Tom Opdyke, 1-404-213-3077
SOURCE Kemesa
Kemesa
Web Site: http://www.kemesa.com
Aiseesoft Releases BD Software Toolkit for Mac for Better Enjoyment of BD/DVD/3D Videos
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 22, 2013 at 9:28:01 AM
Aiseesoft Releases BD Software Toolkit for Mac for Better Enjoyment of BD/DVD/3D Videos
BEIJING, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Aiseesoft, a top-ranking provider of Windows and Mac DVD/video converters, iPad/iPhone/iPod transfer software and PDF software, announced the release of Aiseesoft's BD Software Toolkit for Mac. This professional Mac Blu-ray software suite is packed with Blu-ray Ripper for Mac, Mac Blu-ray Player, DVD Creator for Mac, Mac iPhone Transfer Platinum, Mac Video Converter Platinum and Mac DVD Ripper Platinum.
Aiseesoft's Blu-ray Ripper for Mac has the ability to rip Blu-ray discs to most popular video and HD video formats. Also, this Mac BD Ripper can convert DVD/videos to SD/HD video formats, extract audio tracks from BD/DVD/videos and convert them into popular audio formats including lossless audio formats like FLAC, WAV and WMA. Adjust video brightness, saturation, contrast, hue and volume; convert interlaced video to a non-interlaced one; merge several video clips together and output a single video file; trim any length of video clips; crop video playing area and adjust aspect ratio; add text or image watermark to video files- All of these tasks can be done perfectly by Aiseesoft's Blu-ray ripper for Mac with simple operation and super fast converting speed.
Aiseesoft's Mac Blu-ray Player is the award-winning Blu-ray Player software for Mac that can help you play the latest Blu-ray movies on Mac, including Blu-ray discs, Blu-ray folders and Blu-ray ISO image files. Also, it is capable of playing popular videos in HD video, AVCHD video, MTS, M2TS, MXF, TS, TRP, MKV, MPEG, FLV, WMV, MP4 and other formats.
Aiseesoft's DVD Creator for Mac can burn video files to DVDs on a Mac and offers powerful video editing features to help personalize one's own DVDs at will. It provides users with dozens of DVD menu templates in different styles, allows users to select the menu frame, button and text. This Mac video-to-DVD burning software further enables users to add background pictures, background music and opening films to their DVD menus, and adjust detailed parameters to edit and add audio tracks or subtitles to the DVD file.
With Aiseesoft's Mac iPhone Transfer Platinum, users can transfer music, video, ePub, PDF and image files from a Mac to an iPhone/iPad/iPod directly, and backup music, movie, pictures, TV shows, Podcasts, iTunes U, eBooks, Camera Rolls, voice memos and camera shot files from an iPhone/iPad/iPod to a Mac or iTunes without any loss. Moreover, iPhone Transfer for Mac can rip BD and convert DVD/videos to iPhone/iPad/iPod compatible video/audio files and then directly transfer the files to iOS devices.
Mac Video Converter Platinum and Mac DVD Ripper Platinum are the excellent software tools for converting DVD/videos to 3D/HD/SD videos. These two software programs offer users up to 14 types of 3D modes - Anaglyph 3D (ten types), Side by Side 3D (Half-width/Full), and Top and Bottom 3D (Half-height/Full).
To learn more about Aiseesoft BD Software Toolkit for Mac, please visit:
http://www.aiseesoft.com/bd-software-toolkit-for-mac/
System Requirements for Mac Version
Processor: Intel(R) processor
OS Supported: Mac OS X 10.4 or above
Hardware Requirements: 512MB RAM, Super VGA
(800¡Á600) resolution,
16-bit graphics card or
higher.
About Aiseesoft Studio
As a professional multimedia software provider, Aiseesoft Studio is dedicated to developing the best multimedia desktop applications to help Windows and Mac users smoothly convert, edit and transfer various video/audio files. In order to meet users' various requirements, Aiseesoft Studio constantly brings in new ideas, technologies, etc. To Aiseesoft Studio, users' satisfaction is a consistent pursuit. For more information, please visit: http://www.aiseesoft.com
SOURCE Harbour Software
Harbour Software
CONTACT: Alva Jones, +86-134-6675-9823, pr@aiseesoft.com, http://www.aiseesoft.com
Web Site: http://www.aiseesoft.com/bd-software-toolkit-for-mac/
BEIJING, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Aiseesoft, a top-ranking provider of Windows and Mac DVD/video converters, iPad/iPhone/iPod transfer software and PDF software, announced the release of Aiseesoft's BD Software Toolkit for Mac. This professional Mac Blu-ray software suite is packed with Blu-ray Ripper for Mac, Mac Blu-ray Player, DVD Creator for Mac, Mac iPhone Transfer Platinum, Mac Video Converter Platinum and Mac DVD Ripper Platinum.
Aiseesoft's Blu-ray Ripper for Mac has the ability to rip Blu-ray discs to most popular video and HD video formats. Also, this Mac BD Ripper can convert DVD/videos to SD/HD video formats, extract audio tracks from BD/DVD/videos and convert them into popular audio formats including lossless audio formats like FLAC, WAV and WMA. Adjust video brightness, saturation, contrast, hue and volume; convert interlaced video to a non-interlaced one; merge several video clips together and output a single video file; trim any length of video clips; crop video playing area and adjust aspect ratio; add text or image watermark to video files- All of these tasks can be done perfectly by Aiseesoft's Blu-ray ripper for Mac with simple operation and super fast converting speed.
Aiseesoft's Mac Blu-ray Player is the award-winning Blu-ray Player software for Mac that can help you play the latest Blu-ray movies on Mac, including Blu-ray discs, Blu-ray folders and Blu-ray ISO image files. Also, it is capable of playing popular videos in HD video, AVCHD video, MTS, M2TS, MXF, TS, TRP, MKV, MPEG, FLV, WMV, MP4 and other formats.
Aiseesoft's DVD Creator for Mac can burn video files to DVDs on a Mac and offers powerful video editing features to help personalize one's own DVDs at will. It provides users with dozens of DVD menu templates in different styles, allows users to select the menu frame, button and text. This Mac video-to-DVD burning software further enables users to add background pictures, background music and opening films to their DVD menus, and adjust detailed parameters to edit and add audio tracks or subtitles to the DVD file.
With Aiseesoft's Mac iPhone Transfer Platinum, users can transfer music, video, ePub, PDF and image files from a Mac to an iPhone/iPad/iPod directly, and backup music, movie, pictures, TV shows, Podcasts, iTunes U, eBooks, Camera Rolls, voice memos and camera shot files from an iPhone/iPad/iPod to a Mac or iTunes without any loss. Moreover, iPhone Transfer for Mac can rip BD and convert DVD/videos to iPhone/iPad/iPod compatible video/audio files and then directly transfer the files to iOS devices.
Mac Video Converter Platinum and Mac DVD Ripper Platinum are the excellent software tools for converting DVD/videos to 3D/HD/SD videos. These two software programs offer users up to 14 types of 3D modes - Anaglyph 3D (ten types), Side by Side 3D (Half-width/Full), and Top and Bottom 3D (Half-height/Full).
To learn more about Aiseesoft BD Software Toolkit for Mac, please visit:
http://www.aiseesoft.com/bd-software-toolkit-for-mac/
System Requirements for Mac Version
Processor: Intel(R) processor
OS Supported: Mac OS X 10.4 or above
Hardware Requirements: 512MB RAM, Super VGA
(800¡Á600) resolution,
16-bit graphics card or
higher.
About Aiseesoft Studio
As a professional multimedia software provider, Aiseesoft Studio is dedicated to developing the best multimedia desktop applications to help Windows and Mac users smoothly convert, edit and transfer various video/audio files. In order to meet users' various requirements, Aiseesoft Studio constantly brings in new ideas, technologies, etc. To Aiseesoft Studio, users' satisfaction is a consistent pursuit. For more information, please visit: http://www.aiseesoft.com
SOURCE Harbour Software
Harbour Software
CONTACT: Alva Jones, +86-134-6675-9823, pr@aiseesoft.com, http://www.aiseesoft.com
Web Site: http://www.aiseesoft.com/bd-software-toolkit-for-mac/
Synaptics ClearPad Drives Windows 8 Touch Interface of the Award-Winning Razer Edge Pro Gaming System
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 22, 2013 at 9:28:01 AM
Synaptics ClearPad Drives Windows 8 Touch Interface of the Award-Winning Razer Edge Pro Gaming System
ClearPad 7300 Single-Chip Touch Controller Delivers Industry-Leading Performance in the World's First Windows 8 Tablet Designed for PC Gamers
SANTA CLARA, Calif., Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Synaptics Inc. (NASDAQ: SYNA), a leading developer of human interface solutions, today announced that its ClearPad(TM) 7300 single-chip premier solution drives the touch interface of the Razer Edge Pro Gaming System tablet. The Razer Edge tablet was officially announced at this year's Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas and was awarded CNET's Best of CES 2013 honors in the Best Gaming, People's Voice and coveted Best of Show categories for its innovative concept and design by bringing PC gaming capabilities to the tablet form factor.
"Synaptics is delighted that ClearPad 7300 enables the user interface of this industry-shaping gaming device," said Nuri Dagdeviren, Vice President, Smart Displays Division. "Optimal performance is key to the success of the Razer Edge, and ClearPad 7300 provides the most sophisticated and accurate finger tracking capability, crucial to gaming performance on tablet devices."
As one of the most powerful tablets ever built, the Razer Edge Pro is powered by Intel® Core(TM) processors and NVIDIA® GeForce(TM) graphics driving a 10.1" high-definition, multi-touch display, with a rugged high-speed solid state drive that screams incredible performance in a portable form-factor.
The ClearPad 7300 supports up to 12-inch touchscreens with Windows 8-class performance tracking of 10 or more fingers, and is designed to help OEMs design the most compelling tablet, notebook PC, and convertible devices with the shortest development time and lowest cost. Its single ASIC, high integration architecture and industry leading power efficiency enable designers to allocate space and power to elements differentiating their products without sacrificing leading edge touch performance.
The Razer Edge is expected to begin shipping in Q1 2013.
For up-to-the-minute Synaptics news, follow @SynaCorpon Twitter. For more information on Synaptics' products and solutions please visit http://www.synaptics.com.
About Synaptics
As a leading developer of human interface solutions which enhance the user experience, Synaptics provides the broadest touch solutions portfolio in the industry. The ClearPad(TM) family supports touchscreen solutions for devices ranging from entry-level mobile phones to flagship premium smartphones, tablets and notebook PCs. The TouchPad(TM) family, including ClickPad(TM) and ForcePad(TM), is integrated into the majority of today's notebook PCs. Synaptics' wide portfolio also includes ThinTouch(TM) supporting thin and light keyboard solutions, as well as key technologies for next generation touch-enabled video and display applications.
(NASDAQ: SYNA) http://www.synaptics.com
Synaptics, ClearPad, and the Synaptics logo are trademarks of Synaptics in the United States and/or other countries. All other marks are the property of their respective owners.
For further information, please contact:
Nick Rottler
Synaptics
408-454-5388
nrottler@synaptics.com
Starlayne Meza
Text 100 Global Communications
408-398-1258
synaptics@text100.com
SOURCE Synaptics Inc.
Synaptics Inc.
Web Site: http://www.synaptics.com
ClearPad 7300 Single-Chip Touch Controller Delivers Industry-Leading Performance in the World's First Windows 8 Tablet Designed for PC Gamers
SANTA CLARA, Calif., Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Synaptics Inc. (NASDAQ: SYNA), a leading developer of human interface solutions, today announced that its ClearPad(TM) 7300 single-chip premier solution drives the touch interface of the Razer Edge Pro Gaming System tablet. The Razer Edge tablet was officially announced at this year's Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas and was awarded CNET's Best of CES 2013 honors in the Best Gaming, People's Voice and coveted Best of Show categories for its innovative concept and design by bringing PC gaming capabilities to the tablet form factor.
"Synaptics is delighted that ClearPad 7300 enables the user interface of this industry-shaping gaming device," said Nuri Dagdeviren, Vice President, Smart Displays Division. "Optimal performance is key to the success of the Razer Edge, and ClearPad 7300 provides the most sophisticated and accurate finger tracking capability, crucial to gaming performance on tablet devices."
As one of the most powerful tablets ever built, the Razer Edge Pro is powered by Intel® Core(TM) processors and NVIDIA® GeForce(TM) graphics driving a 10.1" high-definition, multi-touch display, with a rugged high-speed solid state drive that screams incredible performance in a portable form-factor.
The ClearPad 7300 supports up to 12-inch touchscreens with Windows 8-class performance tracking of 10 or more fingers, and is designed to help OEMs design the most compelling tablet, notebook PC, and convertible devices with the shortest development time and lowest cost. Its single ASIC, high integration architecture and industry leading power efficiency enable designers to allocate space and power to elements differentiating their products without sacrificing leading edge touch performance.
The Razer Edge is expected to begin shipping in Q1 2013.
For up-to-the-minute Synaptics news, follow @SynaCorpon Twitter. For more information on Synaptics' products and solutions please visit http://www.synaptics.com.
About Synaptics
As a leading developer of human interface solutions which enhance the user experience, Synaptics provides the broadest touch solutions portfolio in the industry. The ClearPad(TM) family supports touchscreen solutions for devices ranging from entry-level mobile phones to flagship premium smartphones, tablets and notebook PCs. The TouchPad(TM) family, including ClickPad(TM) and ForcePad(TM), is integrated into the majority of today's notebook PCs. Synaptics' wide portfolio also includes ThinTouch(TM) supporting thin and light keyboard solutions, as well as key technologies for next generation touch-enabled video and display applications.
(NASDAQ: SYNA) http://www.synaptics.com
Synaptics, ClearPad, and the Synaptics logo are trademarks of Synaptics in the United States and/or other countries. All other marks are the property of their respective owners.
For further information, please contact:
Nick Rottler
Synaptics
408-454-5388
nrottler@synaptics.com
Starlayne Meza
Text 100 Global Communications
408-398-1258
synaptics@text100.com
SOURCE Synaptics Inc.
Synaptics Inc.
Web Site: http://www.synaptics.com
Dimension Data Launches Cloud Readiness Service To Accelerate Enterprise Migration To Cloud
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 22, 2013 at 9:21:01 AM
Dimension Data Launches Cloud Readiness Service To Accelerate Enterprise Migration To Cloud
Comprehensive cloud assessment program aids organizations in developing their cloud strategy while mitigating operational and deployment risk
NEW YORK, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- To supportthe expanding role cloud services are playing across enterprise information technology (IT), Dimension Data, the $5.8 billion global ICT solutions and services provider, has launched a new cloud readiness service designed to help organizations assess their ability and preparedness for migrating applications to the cloud. Dimension Data's approach addresses readiness across four critical aspects of cloud computing: business alignment, organization, infrastructure and applications. With expertise in networking, virtualization, security, data centers, application migration, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) and cloud technologies, Dimension Data's team of consultants deliver a cloud roadmap to help organizations realize the benefits of cloud computing more immediately.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120402/NE80686LOGO )
"The lack of a long-term cloud strategy can result in costly rearchitecture and reintegration measures down the line," said Steve Nola, CEO of Dimension Data's Cloud Solutions Business Unit. "Dimension Data brings a rich heritage in building multifaceted enterprise IT and hybrid cloud solutions, enabling organizations to build a cloud roadmap that preserves business agility and operational efficiencies even as their business needs evolve."
According to Jeff Packard, Dimension Data's Global Head of Consulting and Professional Services, "Moving to the cloud is a complex process. There are many aspects to consider such as security, application migration, internal readiness, billing, authentication, single sign-on and integration with other applications. Even the most sophisticated IT organizations find the process of migrating to the cloud challenging. Leveraging our expertise across traditional IT and cloud services, Dimension Data now offers clients a suite of consulting servicesto help them prepare for their cloud journey."
Dimension Data's cloud readiness service is comprised of four elements:
1. Online Cloud Self-Assessment: a short and convenient Web-based online
assessment, including an in-depth survey that determines the cloud
readiness level and recommends specific actions to address gaps.
2. Cloud Readiness Workshop: a half-day engagement that allows Dimension
Data's Consulting & Professional Services team to use key findings
collected during the workshop to build a detailed 12-24 month cloud
roadmap tailored for an organization's unique needs.
3. Cloud Readiness Assessment: a comprehensive review of a company's
organizational structure, operations and technology. This assessment is
carried out over a period of approximately two weeks and focuses on
developing a plan that would move a significant portion of a client's IT
environment to the cloud.
4. Cloud Total Cost of Ownership (TCO): designed to help clients demonstrate
financial justification for an investment in Dimension Data cloud
services and communicate the value proposition for these services via a
highly polished set of financial deliverables.
The cloud readiness service provides organizations a comprehensive picture of where they stand in their cloud deployment cycle while also providing a long-term strategy for migrating key applications to the cloud.
To date, hundreds of enterprises have already taken advantage of Dimension Data's cloud readiness service to assess their cloud computing needs. To find out more, visit http://www.dimensiondata.com/cloud.
About Dimension Data
Founded in 1983, Dimension Data plc is an ICT services and solutions provider that uses its technology expertise, global service delivery capability, and entrepreneurial spirit to accelerate the business ambitions of its clients. Dimension Data is a member of the NTT Group. Visit us at http://www.dimensiondata.com/na and http://www.facebook.com/DimensionDataAmericas or follow us on Twitter: @DimensionDataAM.
For further information, please contact:
Jackie Funk Mariah Torpey
Dimension Data Americas Davies Murphy Group
T:571-203-4006 T: 781-418-2404
E:jackie.funk@dimensiondata.com E: ddna@daviesmurphy.com
SOURCE Dimension Data
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120402/NE80686LOGO
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Dimension Data
Web Site: http://www.dimensiondata.com
Comprehensive cloud assessment program aids organizations in developing their cloud strategy while mitigating operational and deployment risk
NEW YORK, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- To supportthe expanding role cloud services are playing across enterprise information technology (IT), Dimension Data, the $5.8 billion global ICT solutions and services provider, has launched a new cloud readiness service designed to help organizations assess their ability and preparedness for migrating applications to the cloud. Dimension Data's approach addresses readiness across four critical aspects of cloud computing: business alignment, organization, infrastructure and applications. With expertise in networking, virtualization, security, data centers, application migration, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) and cloud technologies, Dimension Data's team of consultants deliver a cloud roadmap to help organizations realize the benefits of cloud computing more immediately.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120402/NE80686LOGO )
"The lack of a long-term cloud strategy can result in costly rearchitecture and reintegration measures down the line," said Steve Nola, CEO of Dimension Data's Cloud Solutions Business Unit. "Dimension Data brings a rich heritage in building multifaceted enterprise IT and hybrid cloud solutions, enabling organizations to build a cloud roadmap that preserves business agility and operational efficiencies even as their business needs evolve."
According to Jeff Packard, Dimension Data's Global Head of Consulting and Professional Services, "Moving to the cloud is a complex process. There are many aspects to consider such as security, application migration, internal readiness, billing, authentication, single sign-on and integration with other applications. Even the most sophisticated IT organizations find the process of migrating to the cloud challenging. Leveraging our expertise across traditional IT and cloud services, Dimension Data now offers clients a suite of consulting servicesto help them prepare for their cloud journey."
Dimension Data's cloud readiness service is comprised of four elements:
1. Online Cloud Self-Assessment: a short and convenient Web-based online
assessment, including an in-depth survey that determines the cloud
readiness level and recommends specific actions to address gaps.
2. Cloud Readiness Workshop: a half-day engagement that allows Dimension
Data's Consulting & Professional Services team to use key findings
collected during the workshop to build a detailed 12-24 month cloud
roadmap tailored for an organization's unique needs.
3. Cloud Readiness Assessment: a comprehensive review of a company's
organizational structure, operations and technology. This assessment is
carried out over a period of approximately two weeks and focuses on
developing a plan that would move a significant portion of a client's IT
environment to the cloud.
4. Cloud Total Cost of Ownership (TCO): designed to help clients demonstrate
financial justification for an investment in Dimension Data cloud
services and communicate the value proposition for these services via a
highly polished set of financial deliverables.
The cloud readiness service provides organizations a comprehensive picture of where they stand in their cloud deployment cycle while also providing a long-term strategy for migrating key applications to the cloud.
To date, hundreds of enterprises have already taken advantage of Dimension Data's cloud readiness service to assess their cloud computing needs. To find out more, visit http://www.dimensiondata.com/cloud.
About Dimension Data
Founded in 1983, Dimension Data plc is an ICT services and solutions provider that uses its technology expertise, global service delivery capability, and entrepreneurial spirit to accelerate the business ambitions of its clients. Dimension Data is a member of the NTT Group. Visit us at http://www.dimensiondata.com/na and http://www.facebook.com/DimensionDataAmericas or follow us on Twitter: @DimensionDataAM.
For further information, please contact:
Jackie Funk Mariah Torpey
Dimension Data Americas Davies Murphy Group
T:571-203-4006 T: 781-418-2404
E:jackie.funk@dimensiondata.com E: ddna@daviesmurphy.com
SOURCE Dimension Data
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120402/NE80686LOGO
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Dimension Data
Web Site: http://www.dimensiondata.com
Prezi Makes Your Ideas Matter with Opscode
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 22, 2013 at 9:14:01 AM
Prezi Makes Your Ideas Matter with Opscode
Deploys Opscode Hosted Chef to Automate Entire Infrastructure, Enabling On-Demand Scaling of Compute Resources to Improve IT Agility and Speed Product Development
SEATTLE, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Opscode(®), the leader in cloud infrastructure automation, today announced that Prezi, an 'open canvas' that helps more than 17 million users better communicate their ideas, has deployed Opscode Hosted Chef(TM) to automate configuration management for the physical and Amazon EC2 compute servers powering its popular presentation tools. With Hosted Chef and Amazon EC2, Prezi's engineers and developers have easy, immediate access to compute resources, speeding development cycles and making Prezi more adaptable to changes in user demand.
Prezi's zooming presentation software lets users choose between the cloud, the desktop, or the iPad or iPhone, providing an innovative communication tool wherever users need it. To keep up with rapidly growing demand and improve its infrastructure's cost-efficiency, Prezi deployed hundreds of Amazon EC2 servers to add scale to its already existing physical infrastructure.
"Our customer base is soaring, so staying ahead of the curve - both in terms of resources and new product updates - is one of our top priorities and the cloud gives us the compute resources to do so," said Gabor Veszi, Infrastructure Lead, Prezi. "However, deploying and managing hundreds of servers simply can't be done by hand. Automating with Hosted Chef gives us the agility to make the most of the cloud. If we want to start developing a new system tomorrow, by Noon we can put every resource in place and be ready to go."
"Prezi rocks. Its ability to visualize ideas into compelling content is something pretty much everyone can use," said Adam Jacob, Chief Customer Officer, Opscode. "But delivering all those pretty presentations requires a whole lot of infrastructure and management behind the scenes. Hosted Chef takes care of all that, so Prezi can focus on making more awesome presentation tools."
Prezi's infrastructure team deployed Hosted Chef to automate configuration management and provisioning for its entire infrastructure, from back-end systems to its production website, creating a consistent, repeatable infrastructure that scales on-demand. Hosted Chef provides Prezi with complete, easy to understand documentation of all resources and systems within its infrastructure, improving collaboration and transparency across its IT operations and development teams.
For detailed information on how Prezi uses Hosted Chef and the results the company achieved, please read the case study here.
About Opscode
Opscode is the leader in cloud infrastructure automation. Opscode helps companies of all sizes develop fully automated server infrastructures that scale easily and predictably; can be quickly rebuilt in any environment; and save developers and systems engineers time and money. Opscode's team is comprised of web infrastructure experts responsible for building and operating some of the world's largest websites and cloud computing platforms. More information can be found at http://www.opscode.com.
Press Contact:
Lucas Welch
lucas@opscode.com
206-745-0000
SOURCE Opscode
Opscode
Web Site: http://www.opscode.com
Deploys Opscode Hosted Chef to Automate Entire Infrastructure, Enabling On-Demand Scaling of Compute Resources to Improve IT Agility and Speed Product Development
SEATTLE, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Opscode(®), the leader in cloud infrastructure automation, today announced that Prezi, an 'open canvas' that helps more than 17 million users better communicate their ideas, has deployed Opscode Hosted Chef(TM) to automate configuration management for the physical and Amazon EC2 compute servers powering its popular presentation tools. With Hosted Chef and Amazon EC2, Prezi's engineers and developers have easy, immediate access to compute resources, speeding development cycles and making Prezi more adaptable to changes in user demand.
Prezi's zooming presentation software lets users choose between the cloud, the desktop, or the iPad or iPhone, providing an innovative communication tool wherever users need it. To keep up with rapidly growing demand and improve its infrastructure's cost-efficiency, Prezi deployed hundreds of Amazon EC2 servers to add scale to its already existing physical infrastructure.
"Our customer base is soaring, so staying ahead of the curve - both in terms of resources and new product updates - is one of our top priorities and the cloud gives us the compute resources to do so," said Gabor Veszi, Infrastructure Lead, Prezi. "However, deploying and managing hundreds of servers simply can't be done by hand. Automating with Hosted Chef gives us the agility to make the most of the cloud. If we want to start developing a new system tomorrow, by Noon we can put every resource in place and be ready to go."
"Prezi rocks. Its ability to visualize ideas into compelling content is something pretty much everyone can use," said Adam Jacob, Chief Customer Officer, Opscode. "But delivering all those pretty presentations requires a whole lot of infrastructure and management behind the scenes. Hosted Chef takes care of all that, so Prezi can focus on making more awesome presentation tools."
Prezi's infrastructure team deployed Hosted Chef to automate configuration management and provisioning for its entire infrastructure, from back-end systems to its production website, creating a consistent, repeatable infrastructure that scales on-demand. Hosted Chef provides Prezi with complete, easy to understand documentation of all resources and systems within its infrastructure, improving collaboration and transparency across its IT operations and development teams.
For detailed information on how Prezi uses Hosted Chef and the results the company achieved, please read the case study here.
About Opscode
Opscode is the leader in cloud infrastructure automation. Opscode helps companies of all sizes develop fully automated server infrastructures that scale easily and predictably; can be quickly rebuilt in any environment; and save developers and systems engineers time and money. Opscode's team is comprised of web infrastructure experts responsible for building and operating some of the world's largest websites and cloud computing platforms. More information can be found at http://www.opscode.com.
Press Contact:
Lucas Welch
lucas@opscode.com
206-745-0000
SOURCE Opscode
Opscode
Web Site: http://www.opscode.com
Quatrro Launches Next Generation Integrated Processing Services to Support Card and Mobile Payments
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 22, 2013 at 9:14:01 AM
Quatrro Launches Next Generation Integrated Processing Services to Support Card and Mobile Payments
ATLANTA, January 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
Quatrro launches integrated processing services that will support Card & Mobile
payments by leveraging VeriFone's innovative PAYware CMS card management system to offer
end to end issuing and acquiring services for banks, card issuers and merchant acquirers
globally for all payment types.
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Key benefits of Quatrro's Processing Services [http://www.quatrroprocessing.com ]
include speed of implementation, ease of configuration at a minimal set-up cost, ease and
speed of any change and modification and global operations. These service offerings will
help banks, credit unions and other financial institutions fulfill the dynamic and ever
changing customer needs, payment modes and patterns with urgency and timeliness that the
marketplace demands without any upfront investments in technology and extensive
infrastructure.
The full suite of processing services is fully compliant with the latest payment
standards and requirements mandated by the CARD Act, EMV, PCI-DSS and will be available
for credit card, debit card, prepaid, corporate/commercial cards, mobile payments and
private label cards. Hosted on VeriFone's PAYware CMS platform, the processing services
will be specially configured and tailor made for mid-market financial institutions
including credit unions, banks and also merchants.
"Quatrro's service offering will be path breaking as it provides access to
off-the-shelf processing services that support launch of innovative products and services
for the card issuers with quick turnaround times that were not available on a plug and
play basis till now," said Raman Roy Chairman & CEO of Quatrro Inc.
About Quatrro
Quatrro is a leading Business Services company targeting underserved business
processes and high value-added Knowledge process opportunities. Quatrro provides clients
with innovative solutions delivered via a "best-shore" infrastructure through a
combination of tools, platforms and business processes. In addition to the processing
services, the company offers an integrated suite of risk management services across the
risk cycle spanning credit, fraud and portfolio management. Quatrro's services include
Processing, Analytics, Transaction Monitoring and a host of proprietary risk management
platforms for Card Issuers, Acquirers, Processors, Online retailers, Merchants, Banks,
Credit Unions, Prepaid and Alternate payment providers.
Contact Information
Americas
Kevin W. Spear
Senior Vice President
Quatrro Processing Services
kevin.spear@quatrro.com
Telephone: +1-770-663-8213
Rest of World
Sriram Natarajan
Chief Operating Officer
Quatrro Processing Services
sriram.n@quatrro.com
For more information please visit http://www.quatrroprocessing.com
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Quatrro
ATLANTA, January 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
Quatrro launches integrated processing services that will support Card & Mobile
payments by leveraging VeriFone's innovative PAYware CMS card management system to offer
end to end issuing and acquiring services for banks, card issuers and merchant acquirers
globally for all payment types.
(Logo:
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130122/589145 )
Key benefits of Quatrro's Processing Services [http://www.quatrroprocessing.com ]
include speed of implementation, ease of configuration at a minimal set-up cost, ease and
speed of any change and modification and global operations. These service offerings will
help banks, credit unions and other financial institutions fulfill the dynamic and ever
changing customer needs, payment modes and patterns with urgency and timeliness that the
marketplace demands without any upfront investments in technology and extensive
infrastructure.
The full suite of processing services is fully compliant with the latest payment
standards and requirements mandated by the CARD Act, EMV, PCI-DSS and will be available
for credit card, debit card, prepaid, corporate/commercial cards, mobile payments and
private label cards. Hosted on VeriFone's PAYware CMS platform, the processing services
will be specially configured and tailor made for mid-market financial institutions
including credit unions, banks and also merchants.
"Quatrro's service offering will be path breaking as it provides access to
off-the-shelf processing services that support launch of innovative products and services
for the card issuers with quick turnaround times that were not available on a plug and
play basis till now," said Raman Roy Chairman & CEO of Quatrro Inc.
About Quatrro
Quatrro is a leading Business Services company targeting underserved business
processes and high value-added Knowledge process opportunities. Quatrro provides clients
with innovative solutions delivered via a "best-shore" infrastructure through a
combination of tools, platforms and business processes. In addition to the processing
services, the company offers an integrated suite of risk management services across the
risk cycle spanning credit, fraud and portfolio management. Quatrro's services include
Processing, Analytics, Transaction Monitoring and a host of proprietary risk management
platforms for Card Issuers, Acquirers, Processors, Online retailers, Merchants, Banks,
Credit Unions, Prepaid and Alternate payment providers.
Contact Information
Americas
Kevin W. Spear
Senior Vice President
Quatrro Processing Services
kevin.spear@quatrro.com
Telephone: +1-770-663-8213
Rest of World
Sriram Natarajan
Chief Operating Officer
Quatrro Processing Services
sriram.n@quatrro.com
For more information please visit http://www.quatrroprocessing.com
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Quatrro
New Version of Industry-Leading ThinkVine Marketing Mix Optimization Software Adds SmartMix to Provide Brands with the Best Plan to Achieve the Greatest ROI
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 22, 2013 at 9:14:01 AM
New Version of Industry-Leading ThinkVine Marketing Mix Optimization Software Adds SmartMix to Provide Brands with the Best Plan to Achieve the Greatest ROI
CINCINNATI, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- ThinkVine, a marketing mix optimization software company, today announced the addition of SmartMix included in a new version of its award-winning solution for marketers who want to achieve the greatest return on their marketing investments. The new SmartMix feature enables brands to quickly and accurately identify the best marketing plan that reaches the maximum ROI for any given spend.
"As planning has moved from annual to anytime, marketers have been challenged, until now, with taking this leap and making informed decisions at such a rapid pace. And, they require much more detailed consumer-level data about media consumption habits and purchasing behavior to justify these decisions," said Damon Ragusa, ThinkVine chief strategy officer. "Deterministic approaches used traditionally for marketing optimization have fallen short of helping marketers to land this jump because of limitations in insights provided, and the lack of consumer behavior data in the model. SmartMix is the first in a series of innovations released quarterly that enables marketers to quickly get actionable, forward-looking information to achieve strategic goals across consumer groups, channels and geographies."
Based on information about the brand and marketing objectives, SmartMix runs millions of calculations to evaluate thousands of plans to provide customers with the best tactical mix to achieve their goal. Once the plan is generated, they can easily forecast and optimize across key marketing dimensions. The next series of enhancements will provide marketers with the optimal budget to achieve a sales target or generate the greatest profit.
"ThinkVine has always been focused on driving innovation in ways that help marketers succeed today and five years down the road," said Elan Long, ThinkVine vice president of product management. "With SmartMix, we are launching a new generation of marketing optimization where our methodology can breakthrough the complexity and dynamic nature of the marketplace to provide marketers with a sophisticated and efficient process from goal recognition to success."
In addition to SmartMix, the newest version of ThinkVine's software now offers richer consumer profiles that incorporate Media Behavior Institute's USA Touchpoints data, which provides detailed behavioral insights into how consumers lead their daily lives. ThinkVine leverages this data to provide customers with richer, more granular insights across key targets and tactics as well as better short- and long-term forecasts of sales and ROI.
SOURCE ThinkVine
ThinkVine
CONTACT: Randy Pitzer, +1-630-210-1631, randolph.pitzer@thinkvine.com
Web Site: http://www.thinkvine.com
CINCINNATI, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- ThinkVine, a marketing mix optimization software company, today announced the addition of SmartMix included in a new version of its award-winning solution for marketers who want to achieve the greatest return on their marketing investments. The new SmartMix feature enables brands to quickly and accurately identify the best marketing plan that reaches the maximum ROI for any given spend.
"As planning has moved from annual to anytime, marketers have been challenged, until now, with taking this leap and making informed decisions at such a rapid pace. And, they require much more detailed consumer-level data about media consumption habits and purchasing behavior to justify these decisions," said Damon Ragusa, ThinkVine chief strategy officer. "Deterministic approaches used traditionally for marketing optimization have fallen short of helping marketers to land this jump because of limitations in insights provided, and the lack of consumer behavior data in the model. SmartMix is the first in a series of innovations released quarterly that enables marketers to quickly get actionable, forward-looking information to achieve strategic goals across consumer groups, channels and geographies."
Based on information about the brand and marketing objectives, SmartMix runs millions of calculations to evaluate thousands of plans to provide customers with the best tactical mix to achieve their goal. Once the plan is generated, they can easily forecast and optimize across key marketing dimensions. The next series of enhancements will provide marketers with the optimal budget to achieve a sales target or generate the greatest profit.
"ThinkVine has always been focused on driving innovation in ways that help marketers succeed today and five years down the road," said Elan Long, ThinkVine vice president of product management. "With SmartMix, we are launching a new generation of marketing optimization where our methodology can breakthrough the complexity and dynamic nature of the marketplace to provide marketers with a sophisticated and efficient process from goal recognition to success."
In addition to SmartMix, the newest version of ThinkVine's software now offers richer consumer profiles that incorporate Media Behavior Institute's USA Touchpoints data, which provides detailed behavioral insights into how consumers lead their daily lives. ThinkVine leverages this data to provide customers with richer, more granular insights across key targets and tactics as well as better short- and long-term forecasts of sales and ROI.
SOURCE ThinkVine
ThinkVine
CONTACT: Randy Pitzer, +1-630-210-1631, randolph.pitzer@thinkvine.com
Web Site: http://www.thinkvine.com
Applehour Becomes The Exclusive Agent for OSINO Brand Lenses
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 22, 2013 at 9:07:01 AM
Applehour Becomes The Exclusive Agent for OSINO Brand Lenses
SHENZHEN, China & GUANGZHOU, China, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Applehour, a site dedicated to Apple accessories, is now the "OSINO" brand's exclusive agent. OSINO is a leading maker of phone camera lenses. Unlike other brands of lenses, the latest OSINO lenses are compatible with most cell phones, not just the iPhone. Moreover, the R&D team at OSINO has tested many phone models to ensure the utmost optical perfection. Therefore, there is no worry about image effects.
OSINO lenses work with most cell phone brands.
Nowadays, many people use cell phones to take pictures. However, if you want to use your phone for taking close-up shots or wide scenes, you may not be able to get the desired effect. You're in luck. OSINO's phone lenses can solve your problem. There are almost 30 models of OSINO lenses: fish eye, macro, wide angle, long-focus and other lens kits. With OSINO's fish eye lens, for example, you can create visual distortion, resulting in a spherical or panoramic image. OSINO's wide angle/macro lenses allows for close-up photography of generally very small objects. Whatever the need, there is nothing to do but use an OSINO lens. Now, you can shop for OSINO lenses at http://www.Applehour.com.
According to the latest statistics, cell phones have topped cameras on Flickr's popularity charts. OSINO lenses work with most smart phones and it provides users with a variety of different lens options, such as fish-eye, wide angle or long focus. Of course, you can't compare it with an SLR camera, but it is enough to meet your daily needs. Most OSINO lenses are about $3 to $15, except for the long-focus lens. Among them, our hottest fish eye lens is just $5.69. We're now all in the grip of "FOMO addiction". If you are too, OSINO lenses are a must and OSINO offers an iphone lens too.
OSINO lenses are very simple and can be easily installed or taken off. Please note that dust is easily attached when you take off the lens. For that reason, there is a lens lid and a clean cloth included in the package. Moreover, most OSINO lenses use metal material and as such avoid scratching in daily use.
For more information, please click: http://www.applehour.com/iPhone-Accessories/iPhone-Lens
SOURCE Applehour.com
Applehour.com
CONTACT: Toyoki Lin, +86 182 1127 3382, toyoki@worldsmartbuy.com
Web Site: http://www.applehour.com/iPhone-Accessories/iPhone-Lens
SHENZHEN, China & GUANGZHOU, China, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Applehour, a site dedicated to Apple accessories, is now the "OSINO" brand's exclusive agent. OSINO is a leading maker of phone camera lenses. Unlike other brands of lenses, the latest OSINO lenses are compatible with most cell phones, not just the iPhone. Moreover, the R&D team at OSINO has tested many phone models to ensure the utmost optical perfection. Therefore, there is no worry about image effects.
OSINO lenses work with most cell phone brands.
Nowadays, many people use cell phones to take pictures. However, if you want to use your phone for taking close-up shots or wide scenes, you may not be able to get the desired effect. You're in luck. OSINO's phone lenses can solve your problem. There are almost 30 models of OSINO lenses: fish eye, macro, wide angle, long-focus and other lens kits. With OSINO's fish eye lens, for example, you can create visual distortion, resulting in a spherical or panoramic image. OSINO's wide angle/macro lenses allows for close-up photography of generally very small objects. Whatever the need, there is nothing to do but use an OSINO lens. Now, you can shop for OSINO lenses at http://www.Applehour.com.
According to the latest statistics, cell phones have topped cameras on Flickr's popularity charts. OSINO lenses work with most smart phones and it provides users with a variety of different lens options, such as fish-eye, wide angle or long focus. Of course, you can't compare it with an SLR camera, but it is enough to meet your daily needs. Most OSINO lenses are about $3 to $15, except for the long-focus lens. Among them, our hottest fish eye lens is just $5.69. We're now all in the grip of "FOMO addiction". If you are too, OSINO lenses are a must and OSINO offers an iphone lens too.
OSINO lenses are very simple and can be easily installed or taken off. Please note that dust is easily attached when you take off the lens. For that reason, there is a lens lid and a clean cloth included in the package. Moreover, most OSINO lenses use metal material and as such avoid scratching in daily use.
For more information, please click: http://www.applehour.com/iPhone-Accessories/iPhone-Lens
SOURCE Applehour.com
Applehour.com
CONTACT: Toyoki Lin, +86 182 1127 3382, toyoki@worldsmartbuy.com
Web Site: http://www.applehour.com/iPhone-Accessories/iPhone-Lens
Avital Web, SEO Company, Offers Online Marketing Solutions for Dentists
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 22, 2013 at 9:07:01 AM
Avital Web, SEO Company, Offers Online Marketing Solutions for Dentists
LOS ANGELES, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Websites for dentists can play a critical role in their overall advertising strategy. A well-designed website can attract new patients, provide vital patient education services and build or strengthen relationships with existing patients. Dentists can also use their websites to reduce their overall marketing costs and improve their efficiency. Los Angeles SEO company Avital Web is offering customized marketing solutions for dentists in order to help them build their practices and meet their short- and long-term goals.
When it comes to dental marketing, exposure is essential. When a dentist's website is well-positioned in the search engine results, patients can more easily locate it, and the website will benefit from highly targeted traffic and an improved conversion rate. Avital Web's tailored dentist marketing strategies are cost-effective and designed to rocket their client's sites to the top of the search results where they can be more easily discovered.
According to studies, most people will search for a new dentist online rather than turning to other advertising sources. A strong, visible online presence is essential for attracting new patients and maintaining a viable relationship with existing patients, which means that dentist marketing and SEO for dentist websites may be one of the best advertising investments dentists can make today.
Although as much as 85 percent of web traffic begins with a search query, most users visit only the first one to two pages of search results. Top ranking is essential for dentists who wish to be more visible. Proven SEO strategies, online marketing solutions designed to meet a dentist's short- and long-term goals and customized advertising strategies can help boost traffic and provide a maximum return on a dentist's investment.
Avital Web, Los Angeles SEO firm, has extensive experience helping area dentists achieve top search engine ranking. Their Internet marketing solutions include dental directory submissions, dental website design and development, search engine positioning, keyword analysis, reputation management services, pay-per-click campaigns, social media marketing and content creation. With a proven record of success, Avital Web is confident in their ability to provide top ranking for the dentists with whom they work.
Contact
Avital Web, Inc.
Phone: (877) 971-7177
Website: http://www.avitalweb.com
SOURCE Avital Web
Avital Web
Web Site: http://www.avitalweb.com
LOS ANGELES, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Websites for dentists can play a critical role in their overall advertising strategy. A well-designed website can attract new patients, provide vital patient education services and build or strengthen relationships with existing patients. Dentists can also use their websites to reduce their overall marketing costs and improve their efficiency. Los Angeles SEO company Avital Web is offering customized marketing solutions for dentists in order to help them build their practices and meet their short- and long-term goals.
When it comes to dental marketing, exposure is essential. When a dentist's website is well-positioned in the search engine results, patients can more easily locate it, and the website will benefit from highly targeted traffic and an improved conversion rate. Avital Web's tailored dentist marketing strategies are cost-effective and designed to rocket their client's sites to the top of the search results where they can be more easily discovered.
According to studies, most people will search for a new dentist online rather than turning to other advertising sources. A strong, visible online presence is essential for attracting new patients and maintaining a viable relationship with existing patients, which means that dentist marketing and SEO for dentist websites may be one of the best advertising investments dentists can make today.
Although as much as 85 percent of web traffic begins with a search query, most users visit only the first one to two pages of search results. Top ranking is essential for dentists who wish to be more visible. Proven SEO strategies, online marketing solutions designed to meet a dentist's short- and long-term goals and customized advertising strategies can help boost traffic and provide a maximum return on a dentist's investment.
Avital Web, Los Angeles SEO firm, has extensive experience helping area dentists achieve top search engine ranking. Their Internet marketing solutions include dental directory submissions, dental website design and development, search engine positioning, keyword analysis, reputation management services, pay-per-click campaigns, social media marketing and content creation. With a proven record of success, Avital Web is confident in their ability to provide top ranking for the dentists with whom they work.
Contact
Avital Web, Inc.
Phone: (877) 971-7177
Website: http://www.avitalweb.com
SOURCE Avital Web
Avital Web
Web Site: http://www.avitalweb.com
SurDoc Receives 2013 Cloud Storage Excellence Award
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 22, 2013 at 9:07:01 AM
SurDoc Receives 2013 Cloud Storage Excellence Award
- TruPrivacy? Honored for Advancing Cloud Storage Security
MENLO PARK, California, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- SurDoc announced today that TMC, publisher of Cloud Computing Magazine, has named SurDoc's TruPrivacy? Technology as a 2013 Cloud Storage Excellence Award winner. The award recognizes companies that have introduced or improved cloud storage solutions.
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TruPrivacy Technology - Changing the Way Files are Secured in the Cloud
Security and privacy have always been concerns for those using or considering cloud storage. Most cloud storage providers encrypt customer data via a methodology that uses an encryption key to encrypt customer data. Unfortunately, the mismanagement of these keys can lead to data loss, exposure or theft.
SurDoc's patent-protected TruPrivacy security technology protects user privacy with its unique encryption method. Rather than just using a security key to encrypt a file, TruPrivacy technology includes a step to use the file to encrypt the key. Because of the TruPrivacy process, only the user who owns the file can calculate the encryption key; the server has no knowledge of either the encryption key or the unencrypted file. Thus, only the user who owns the particular file can access it.
As part of this process, SurDoc invented a new algorithm to manage encryption keys, further ensuring that data is kept completely private.
With TruPrivacy, consumers now can confidently use cloud-based storage, knowing that their data and files are finally safe from hackers or any other unauthorized third-party, even their cloud service provider's employees.
"Without TruPrivacy technology, consumers and businesses face substantial risks of data leakage, exposure and theft when using cloud-based storage," said Alex Wang, SurDoc CEO. "SurDoc's unique encryption gives users complete peace of mind."
"We are pleased to present SurDoc with a Cloud Storage Excellence Award for its commitment to product quality and advancing cloud storage security," said Rich Tehrani, CEO, TMC.
Winners of the Cloud Storage Excellence Awards are published in the January 2013 issue of Cloud Computing Magazine. Among this year's winners are both exciting startups and industry leaders.
Pricing & Availability
SurDoc provides TruPrivacy for free along with its cloud-based storage offerings. Customers can get a 10GB account free, permanently, with opportunities to earn additional storage with referrals. SurDoc's 50GB and 100GB plans are just $19.99 and $29.99 per year, respectively. There is also an unlimited plan for $100 per year.
Award Promotion
To celebrate their award, SurDoc is giving away free 50GB for 1 year accounts until February 15 with code WEWON.
About SurDoc
SurDoc is the technology leader of secure, cloud-based storage and document technologies based on 100+ issued and pending patents. With its TruPrivacy? technology, SurDoc is the only provider that can completely protect file confidentiality by ensuring that only the actual file owner has access to it. SurDoc's cloud services combine this ultra-secure file storage with crystal-clear document viewing via its unique VisiDoc? technology and powerful signing/editing and sharing features. With SurDoc, users can access all of their files from any device, anywhere, while maintaining absolute confidentiality of their data. SurDoc is backed by $4 million from IDG Ventures. For more information, go to: https://SurDoc.com or fan/follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/mySurDoc and http://www.Twitter.com/SurDoc.
About TMC
TMC is a global, integrated media company that publishes multiple magazines including Customer, Internet Telephony, M2M Evolution and Cloud Computing. TMCnet is read by more than 1.5 million unique visitors each month, and is the leading source of news and articles for the communications and technology industries. TMC is also the producer of ITEXPO, the world's leading B2B communications event, as well as industry events: M2M Evolution; Cloud4SMB Expo; DevCon5; HTML5 Summit; Super Wi-Fi Summit, CVx; AstriCon; StartupCamp, and more. For more information about TMC, visit http://www.tmcnet.com.
SurDoc is a registered trademark of SurDoc Corp. TruPrivacy is a trademark of SurDoc. All other marks are property of their respective owners.
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SurDoc Corp.
CONTACT: Amy Dolin, Marketing Director, SurDoc, +1-650-275-2375, amy@surdocteam.com; Jan Pierret, Marketing Manager, TMC, +1-203-852-6800 ext. 228, jpierret@tmcnet.com
Web Site: http://www.tmcnet.com
- TruPrivacy? Honored for Advancing Cloud Storage Security
MENLO PARK, California, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- SurDoc announced today that TMC, publisher of Cloud Computing Magazine, has named SurDoc's TruPrivacy? Technology as a 2013 Cloud Storage Excellence Award winner. The award recognizes companies that have introduced or improved cloud storage solutions.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120228/MM61399LOGO)
TruPrivacy Technology - Changing the Way Files are Secured in the Cloud
Security and privacy have always been concerns for those using or considering cloud storage. Most cloud storage providers encrypt customer data via a methodology that uses an encryption key to encrypt customer data. Unfortunately, the mismanagement of these keys can lead to data loss, exposure or theft.
SurDoc's patent-protected TruPrivacy security technology protects user privacy with its unique encryption method. Rather than just using a security key to encrypt a file, TruPrivacy technology includes a step to use the file to encrypt the key. Because of the TruPrivacy process, only the user who owns the file can calculate the encryption key; the server has no knowledge of either the encryption key or the unencrypted file. Thus, only the user who owns the particular file can access it.
As part of this process, SurDoc invented a new algorithm to manage encryption keys, further ensuring that data is kept completely private.
With TruPrivacy, consumers now can confidently use cloud-based storage, knowing that their data and files are finally safe from hackers or any other unauthorized third-party, even their cloud service provider's employees.
"Without TruPrivacy technology, consumers and businesses face substantial risks of data leakage, exposure and theft when using cloud-based storage," said Alex Wang, SurDoc CEO. "SurDoc's unique encryption gives users complete peace of mind."
"We are pleased to present SurDoc with a Cloud Storage Excellence Award for its commitment to product quality and advancing cloud storage security," said Rich Tehrani, CEO, TMC.
Winners of the Cloud Storage Excellence Awards are published in the January 2013 issue of Cloud Computing Magazine. Among this year's winners are both exciting startups and industry leaders.
Pricing & Availability
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About SurDoc
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TMC is a global, integrated media company that publishes multiple magazines including Customer, Internet Telephony, M2M Evolution and Cloud Computing. TMCnet is read by more than 1.5 million unique visitors each month, and is the leading source of news and articles for the communications and technology industries. TMC is also the producer of ITEXPO, the world's leading B2B communications event, as well as industry events: M2M Evolution; Cloud4SMB Expo; DevCon5; HTML5 Summit; Super Wi-Fi Summit, CVx; AstriCon; StartupCamp, and more. For more information about TMC, visit http://www.tmcnet.com.
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CONTACT: Amy Dolin, Marketing Director, SurDoc, +1-650-275-2375, amy@surdocteam.com; Jan Pierret, Marketing Manager, TMC, +1-203-852-6800 ext. 228, jpierret@tmcnet.com
Web Site: http://www.tmcnet.com
Voxiva to Deliver American Diabetes Association Content and Support via Text Message and Mobile Web
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 22, 2013 at 9:00:01 AM
Voxiva to Deliver American Diabetes Association Content and Support via Text Message and Mobile Web
WASHINGTON, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Voxiva, Inc. announces the launch of the latest version of its diabetes self-management program, care4life(SM), which now includes content from select American Diabetes Association publications. Developed by Voxiva, the company behind text4baby(SM), the nation's largest mobile health initiative, care4life is a mobile-based interactive diabetes education and support service that incorporates text messaging, a personal online web portal and a new mobile website. Care4life's interactive features include education, medication adherence, appointment reminders, glucose log, and weight and exercise goal setting and tracking.
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Care4life messages and online content now contain information from Association publications including healthy recipes, nutrition tips, weight and exercise, and disease management. "We are excited to be working with Voxiva to share content from some of our leading diabetes publications through this innovative new program. Care4life will help us reach a new demographic and population in a new way, and, we hope, really help to support and educate people through the journey of managing their diabetes," says Abe Ogden, Director, Book Publishing, American Diabetes Association.
Care4life is currently undergoing several independent evaluations. In addition, ongoing studies show care4life's impact on users
-- 85% reported that care4life improved their knowledge of diabetes and how
to manage their condition
-- 85% said care4life helped them remember to take medications and attend
doctors' appointments
-- 86% said it helped them set health goals and work toward achieving them
-- 97% said that they would recommend care4life to other people with
diabetes
"Offering this outstanding content from the American Diabetes Association adds great value to our comprehensive diabetes support program, and there's no better time to launch than at the start of the new year when people are looking to set new goals and get healthier," according to Voxiva CEO, Justin Sims. Content from the following books has already been incorporated, American Diabetes Association Complete Guide to Diabetes, 5th Edition; Diabetes A to Z, 6th Edition; Diabetic Meals In 30 Minutes Or Less, 2nd Edition; The Diabetes Comfort Food Cookbook; Your First Year with Diabetes; Diabetes Burnout: What to Do When You Can't Take It Anymore; Sex and Diabetes: For Him and For Her. The Association and Voxiva plan to make material from additional publications available in the future.
Care4life's text messages were originally developed by Theresa Garnero, APRN, BC-ADM, MSN, CDE, author of the American Diabetes Association book, Your First Year With Diabetes, and 2004 AADE Diabetes Educator of the Year. "It is the daily reinforcement that is so unique about care4life," according to Garnero. "Interactive text messaging, combined with an online log that is built one text message at a time, will reinforce the guidance provided by the patient's educator and care team."
To learn more, contact Voxiva Inc. at (202) 419-0179 or info@voxiva.com.
PR Contact:
Emilia Guasconi
Voxiva, Inc.
(202) 419-0179
info@voxiva.com
http://www.voxiva.com
About Voxiva, Inc.
Founded in 2001, Voxiva is a global pioneer in delivering interactive mobile health services. We leverage the world's 5 billion mobile phones to communicate and interact with people to help them live healthier lives. All of our patient engagement services incorporate evidenced-based content and best practices to deliver highly effective and engaging solutions. Voxiva's programs support a broad range of health topics such as maternal & child health, smoking cessation, healthy living and diabetes self-management. In 2011, Fast Company recognized Voxiva as one of the 50 Most Innovative Companies in the world. Learn more at http://www.voxiva.com.
SOURCE Voxiva, Inc.
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Voxiva, Inc.
Web Site: http://www.voxiva.com
WASHINGTON, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Voxiva, Inc. announces the launch of the latest version of its diabetes self-management program, care4life(SM), which now includes content from select American Diabetes Association publications. Developed by Voxiva, the company behind text4baby(SM), the nation's largest mobile health initiative, care4life is a mobile-based interactive diabetes education and support service that incorporates text messaging, a personal online web portal and a new mobile website. Care4life's interactive features include education, medication adherence, appointment reminders, glucose log, and weight and exercise goal setting and tracking.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130122/PH45632LOGO)
Care4life messages and online content now contain information from Association publications including healthy recipes, nutrition tips, weight and exercise, and disease management. "We are excited to be working with Voxiva to share content from some of our leading diabetes publications through this innovative new program. Care4life will help us reach a new demographic and population in a new way, and, we hope, really help to support and educate people through the journey of managing their diabetes," says Abe Ogden, Director, Book Publishing, American Diabetes Association.
Care4life is currently undergoing several independent evaluations. In addition, ongoing studies show care4life's impact on users
-- 85% reported that care4life improved their knowledge of diabetes and how
to manage their condition
-- 85% said care4life helped them remember to take medications and attend
doctors' appointments
-- 86% said it helped them set health goals and work toward achieving them
-- 97% said that they would recommend care4life to other people with
diabetes
"Offering this outstanding content from the American Diabetes Association adds great value to our comprehensive diabetes support program, and there's no better time to launch than at the start of the new year when people are looking to set new goals and get healthier," according to Voxiva CEO, Justin Sims. Content from the following books has already been incorporated, American Diabetes Association Complete Guide to Diabetes, 5th Edition; Diabetes A to Z, 6th Edition; Diabetic Meals In 30 Minutes Or Less, 2nd Edition; The Diabetes Comfort Food Cookbook; Your First Year with Diabetes; Diabetes Burnout: What to Do When You Can't Take It Anymore; Sex and Diabetes: For Him and For Her. The Association and Voxiva plan to make material from additional publications available in the future.
Care4life's text messages were originally developed by Theresa Garnero, APRN, BC-ADM, MSN, CDE, author of the American Diabetes Association book, Your First Year With Diabetes, and 2004 AADE Diabetes Educator of the Year. "It is the daily reinforcement that is so unique about care4life," according to Garnero. "Interactive text messaging, combined with an online log that is built one text message at a time, will reinforce the guidance provided by the patient's educator and care team."
To learn more, contact Voxiva Inc. at (202) 419-0179 or info@voxiva.com.
PR Contact:
Emilia Guasconi
Voxiva, Inc.
(202) 419-0179
info@voxiva.com
http://www.voxiva.com
About Voxiva, Inc.
Founded in 2001, Voxiva is a global pioneer in delivering interactive mobile health services. We leverage the world's 5 billion mobile phones to communicate and interact with people to help them live healthier lives. All of our patient engagement services incorporate evidenced-based content and best practices to deliver highly effective and engaging solutions. Voxiva's programs support a broad range of health topics such as maternal & child health, smoking cessation, healthy living and diabetes self-management. In 2011, Fast Company recognized Voxiva as one of the 50 Most Innovative Companies in the world. Learn more at http://www.voxiva.com.
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Hardware Liquidators Launches E-Commerce Website
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Posted on January 22, 2013 at 8:49:02 AM
Hardware Liquidators Launches E-Commerce Website
CHICAGO, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Hardware Liquidators, an online retailer specializing in low priced Kitchen, Bath and Furniture Hardware, announced today that their E-Commerce Site (http://www.HardwareLiquidators.com) is now live.
With their featured brand, Design Essentials in the lead, Hardware Liquidators (http://www.HardwareLiquidators.com) promises to be a staple for Do-It-Yourselfers the world over. Saving Money with Style.
You can shop their selection and prices at http://www.HardwareLiquidators.com.
Contact
For further information, please contact:
Customer Service at Hardware Liquidators
(877) 419-0962
customerservice@hardwareliquidators.com
About Hardware Liquidators
Hardware Liquidators is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Products include Kitchen, Bath and Furniture Hardware. Knobs, Pulls, Handles, Plates, Brackets and Hinges. Hardware Liquidators, Saving Money with Style. http://www.hardwareliquidators.com.
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SOURCE Hardware Liquidators
Hardware Liquidators
Web Site: http://www.hardwareliquidators.com
CHICAGO, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Hardware Liquidators, an online retailer specializing in low priced Kitchen, Bath and Furniture Hardware, announced today that their E-Commerce Site (http://www.HardwareLiquidators.com) is now live.
With their featured brand, Design Essentials in the lead, Hardware Liquidators (http://www.HardwareLiquidators.com) promises to be a staple for Do-It-Yourselfers the world over. Saving Money with Style.
You can shop their selection and prices at http://www.HardwareLiquidators.com.
Contact
For further information, please contact:
Customer Service at Hardware Liquidators
(877) 419-0962
customerservice@hardwareliquidators.com
About Hardware Liquidators
Hardware Liquidators is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Products include Kitchen, Bath and Furniture Hardware. Knobs, Pulls, Handles, Plates, Brackets and Hinges. Hardware Liquidators, Saving Money with Style. http://www.hardwareliquidators.com.
This press release was issued through eReleases® Press Release Distribution. For more information, visit http://www.ereleases.com.
SOURCE Hardware Liquidators
Hardware Liquidators
Web Site: http://www.hardwareliquidators.com
Gameglobe Gets Royal Attention
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 22, 2013 at 8:42:01 AM
Gameglobe Gets Royal Attention
LONDON, January 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
GREAT Britain MINI Tour showcases the very best of British - Bigpoint
present latest trends in eBusiness
During their visit to Berlin on Thursday, Their Royal Highnesses Princess Beatrice and
Princess Eugenie of York met with representatives of Germany's most innovative e-commerce
companies to discuss the advantages of London's "Tech City" as a technology and media
center.
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Bigpoint [C:\Users\amandac\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet
Files\Content.Outlook\SOD8BZEO\bigpoint.net ] and Square Enix
[http://www.square-enix.com/eu/en ] demonstrated the international scope and latest
developments in online gaming and used the free-to-play online game Gameglobe as an
example. The Princesses even had some time to play a Gameglobe level, experiencing the
potential the game offers creative world builders and the fun it provides to an
international audience.
"Their Royal Highnesses appeared to be deeply impressed by the high quality of the
online browser games they saw today. Her Royal Highness Eugenie of York proved to be a
'natural' when giving Gameglobe a test play," mentioned Simon Guild, Chairman of the Board
of Bigpoint, after speaking with the princesses.
"Gameglobe offers a huge variety of games and creative options, and I'm very happy
that the Princesses had a chance to play," said Rune Vendler, game director.
To learn more about Gameglobe visit http://www.bigpoint.com/gameglobe
About Bigpoint
Bigpoint (http://www.bigpoint.com) is Europe's leading online-game developer,
publisher and content provider for more than 1,000 global distribution partners.
Bigpoint's free-to-play games are played by over 300 million registered users in over 25
languages. Employees from over 35 different nations work at the company headquarters in
Hamburg, Germany and at other locations like Berlin, San Francisco and Paris.
The company's portfolio includes casual and core titles, including Battlestar
Galactica Online, Universal Monsters Online and Drakensang Online.
Bigpoint's many distinctions in the industry include the European Business Award 2011,
the MMO of the Year 2012 for Drakensang Online, the Mashable Best Online Game Award for
Farmerama as well as the MTV Skyscraper Award for extraordinary achievement in game
development. For more information or press material, please visit the press area at
http://www.bigpoint.net.
Further information:
http://www.bigpoint.com
http://www.bigpoint.net
About Square Enix Ltd.
Square Enix Ltd., a part of the Square Enix Europe business unit, develops, publishes,
distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX(R), EIDOS(R) and TAITO(R) branded entertainment
content in Europe and other PAL territories as part of the Square Enix Group. Square Enix
Ltd. also has a global network of leading development studios such as IO Interactive(TM),
Crystal Dynamics(R) and Eidos Montréal. The Square Enix Group boasts a valuable portfolio
of intellectual property including: FINAL FANTASY, which has sold over 100 million units
worldwide, DRAGON QUEST(R) which has sold over 59 million units worldwide and TOMB
RAIDER(R) which has sold over 35 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE
INVADERS(R). Square Enix Ltd. is a London-based, wholly-owned subsidiary of Square Enix
Holdings Co., Ltd.
More information on Square Enix Ltd. can be found at
http://www.square-enix.com/eu/en.
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Square Enix and Bigpoint
CONTACT: Contact (Bigpoint): Nico Bouguerra, Corporate Communications Manager, Tel: +49(0)40-88-1413-183, E-Mail: n.bouguerra@bigpoint.com
LONDON, January 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
GREAT Britain MINI Tour showcases the very best of British - Bigpoint
present latest trends in eBusiness
During their visit to Berlin on Thursday, Their Royal Highnesses Princess Beatrice and
Princess Eugenie of York met with representatives of Germany's most innovative e-commerce
companies to discuss the advantages of London's "Tech City" as a technology and media
center.
(Photo:
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130122/589191 )
Bigpoint [C:\Users\amandac\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet
Files\Content.Outlook\SOD8BZEO\bigpoint.net ] and Square Enix
[http://www.square-enix.com/eu/en ] demonstrated the international scope and latest
developments in online gaming and used the free-to-play online game Gameglobe as an
example. The Princesses even had some time to play a Gameglobe level, experiencing the
potential the game offers creative world builders and the fun it provides to an
international audience.
"Their Royal Highnesses appeared to be deeply impressed by the high quality of the
online browser games they saw today. Her Royal Highness Eugenie of York proved to be a
'natural' when giving Gameglobe a test play," mentioned Simon Guild, Chairman of the Board
of Bigpoint, after speaking with the princesses.
"Gameglobe offers a huge variety of games and creative options, and I'm very happy
that the Princesses had a chance to play," said Rune Vendler, game director.
To learn more about Gameglobe visit http://www.bigpoint.com/gameglobe
About Bigpoint
Bigpoint (http://www.bigpoint.com) is Europe's leading online-game developer,
publisher and content provider for more than 1,000 global distribution partners.
Bigpoint's free-to-play games are played by over 300 million registered users in over 25
languages. Employees from over 35 different nations work at the company headquarters in
Hamburg, Germany and at other locations like Berlin, San Francisco and Paris.
The company's portfolio includes casual and core titles, including Battlestar
Galactica Online, Universal Monsters Online and Drakensang Online.
Bigpoint's many distinctions in the industry include the European Business Award 2011,
the MMO of the Year 2012 for Drakensang Online, the Mashable Best Online Game Award for
Farmerama as well as the MTV Skyscraper Award for extraordinary achievement in game
development. For more information or press material, please visit the press area at
http://www.bigpoint.net.
Further information:
http://www.bigpoint.com
http://www.bigpoint.net
About Square Enix Ltd.
Square Enix Ltd., a part of the Square Enix Europe business unit, develops, publishes,
distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX(R), EIDOS(R) and TAITO(R) branded entertainment
content in Europe and other PAL territories as part of the Square Enix Group. Square Enix
Ltd. also has a global network of leading development studios such as IO Interactive(TM),
Crystal Dynamics(R) and Eidos Montréal. The Square Enix Group boasts a valuable portfolio
of intellectual property including: FINAL FANTASY, which has sold over 100 million units
worldwide, DRAGON QUEST(R) which has sold over 59 million units worldwide and TOMB
RAIDER(R) which has sold over 35 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE
INVADERS(R). Square Enix Ltd. is a London-based, wholly-owned subsidiary of Square Enix
Holdings Co., Ltd.
More information on Square Enix Ltd. can be found at
http://www.square-enix.com/eu/en.
Photo:
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130122/589191
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Square Enix and Bigpoint
CONTACT: Contact (Bigpoint): Nico Bouguerra, Corporate Communications Manager, Tel: +49(0)40-88-1413-183, E-Mail: n.bouguerra@bigpoint.com
NETGEAR Breaks Industry Price Barrier To Bring First Affordable 10 Gigabit Switches To Small And Medium-Sized Business Networks
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 22, 2013 at 8:42:01 AM
NETGEAR Breaks Industry Price Barrier To Bring First Affordable 10 Gigabit Switches To Small And Medium-Sized Business Networks
Revolutionizes 10 Gigabit networking with first cost-effective 10GBASE-T Copper Plus, Smart, and Managed Switches for sub-500 user networks in business, education and government
SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- NETGEAR®, Inc. (NASDAQGM: NTGR) (http://www.netgear.com), a global networking company that delivers innovative products to consumers, businesses and service providers, today set a new bar for the networking industry by expanding its switching solutions (netgear.com/business/products/switches/) with a full range of the industry's first announced affordable 10 Gigabit Copper (10GBASE-T) switches for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), government agencies, educational facilities, and other networks supporting fewer than 500 users.
NETGEAR is introducing three new switches with groundbreaking price points, ranging from the lightly managed ProSafe 8-port 10 Gigabit Plus Switch (XS708E) for small networks,to the ProSafe 12-port 10 Gigabit Smart Switch (XS712T) for small and medium-sized networks, to the ProSafe 24-Port 10 Gigabit Copper M7100 series Managed Switch (XSM7224) designed for enterprise and campus-style networks supporting up to 500 users. NETGEAR's new 10GBASE-T offerings range from as little as $125 per port to $250 per port on the top end, in stark comparison to the most aggressively priced 10GBASE-T solutions currently on the market, which can cost $415 per port or more.
"It's good to see that NETGEAR is offering a switch with 10 Gigabit for entry-level situations," said Eric Lindeman, a solution consultant with ETC Distribution BV in the Netherlands (http://www.etcdistribution.nl). "I look forward to the massive speed upgrade and how the network will perform as a result."
Today's announcement greatly expands NETGEAR's leadership in future-proof networking technology innovation in 10 Gigabit switching. The new copper switches join the NETGEAR ProSafe 24-Port 10 Gigabit Stackable L2+ Managed Switch (XSM7224S) successfully launched in early 2011 that leverages 10 Gigabit fiber to enable businesses to accelerate their data centers to enterprise-class speed, with far less cost and complexity than traditional enterprise vendors (netgear.com/business/products/switches/fully-managed-switches/10-gigabit/XSM7224S.aspx#). With the introduction of the new 10GBASE-T switches, NETGEAR becomes the first networking solutions provider to bring more affordable 10GBASE-T solutions to sub-500 user networks to alleviate performance bottlenecks and deliver a fast and seamless response to unpredictable bandwidth demands. The company now offers a complete portfolio of cost-effective 10 Gigabit copper and fiber switching solutions (http://www.netgear.com/10gigabit/) for networks ranging from a few employees to medium-sized businesses and government agencies with remote branches and campus-style networks.
According to Crehan Research, (http://www.crehanresearch.com/), a market research and consulting firm focused on data center switch, server and storage networking, 10GBASE-T switch shipments are expected to see a forty-fold increase over the next five years. "Thus far, 10GBASE-T switch market penetration has been relatively low. However, the arrival of affordable, lower-power products in conjunction with the uptake of 10GBASE-T on servers should propel much broader 10GBASE-T switch adoption," said Seamus Crehan, president of Crehan Research.
The network performance bottleneck caused by the growing demand for bandwidth to support intensive new applications, combined with the proliferation of data replication and the widespread adoption of server and storage virtualization in small and medium sized networks, is driving the deployment of 10 Gigabit solutions for network connectivity. 10GBASE-T, like other BASE-T technologies, uses the standard RJ45 Ethernet jack, a connection form factor not only common on switches but also normally integrated onto servers, workstations and other PCs. BASE-T usually runs up to 100 meters, on the widely deployed, twisted pair copper cabling such as Cat6A and more recently Cat7, which is far easier to adopt than 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) fiber. 10GBASE-T technology is also backward compatible, auto-negotiating between higher and lower speeds, thereby not forcing an all-at-once network upgrade. With Crehan Research predicting that the number of servers with 10GbE ports will represent a majority of servers shipped in 2014, 10GbE has finally reached the tipping point of availability on servers. The next step in adoption requires affordable price points for infrastructure, to put 10GbE in the realm of possibility for smaller networks as well as medium-sized enterprises, government agencies and educational facilities with evolving networking requirements.
"Until now, 10 Gigabit switching has been only an unattainable pipe dream for small and medium-sized networks due to the high cost of entry. But 10GBASE-T provides growing networks a migration path to newer technologies while preserving current hardware investments, a perfect match to meet the cost and performance requirements of growing businesses and other organizations," explained Peter Newton, senior director of NETGEAR product management for Commercial Business.
He added, "NETGEAR 10 Gigabit switch solutions combine the latest advances in hardware and software engineering for higher availability, lower latency and power consumption and stronger security, at industry-leading, breakthrough price points. The switches we're announcing today enable us to offer a complete portfolio of 10 Gigabit solutions, spanning small server clusters to network aggregation, and from workgroup labs to network backbones. NETGEAR is already a leading provider for Unmanaged and Smart Switches; our first-to-market advantage in 10GBASE-T switches positions us as leaders in 10GbE switches as well."
10GBASE-T for medium-sized enterprise and campus-style networks
The NETGEAR ProSafe 24-Port 10 Gigabit Copper M7100 series Managed Switch (XSM7224) (http://www.netgear.com/managed/m7100) is the world's first cost-effective 10GBASE-T departmental solution. The M7100 series (XSM7224) is ideal for installations requiring reliable, affordable and simple 10 Gigabit Ethernet top-of-rack server access layer in enterprise and campus-style networks and for high-density, high-performance 10GbE aggregation. The M7100 series (XSM7224) consists of a fully managed, low-latency, line-rate 10GbE copper BASE-T switch solution; 24 ports of 10GBASE-T (RJ45) interfaces that support Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet and 10 Gigabit speeds for server, storage and network progressive upgrade; and four ports of SFP+ interfaces that broaden 10 Gigabit connectivity for 1GbE/10GbE fiber uplinks and other DAC connections.
Like all NETGEAR products, the M7100 series (XSM7224) delivers more functionality with less difficulty: Auto-iSCSI optimization, private VLANs and Local Proxy ARP take the complexity out of delivering network services for virtualized servers and 10 Gigabit infrastructures. The M7100 series (XSM7224) delivers pure line-rate performance for top-of-rack virtualization or convergence, without having to pay the exorbitant acquisition and maintenance costs associated with other networking vendors.
10GBASE-T for small and medium networks
Thanks to NETGEAR, small and medium businesses, agencies and educational facilities are no longer priced out of 10 Gigabit switching solutions. The NETGEAR ProSafe 12-port 10 Gigabit Smart Switch (XS712T) (http://www.netgear.com/10gigabit/XS712T), offers twelve 10GbE copper connectivity ports and two shared 10GbE fiber SFP+ ports as well as an extensive set of Layer 2 network features through the easy-to-use web-based management interface that comes in all NETGEAR Smart Switches. In addition to VLAN support for traffic segmentation, QoS for traffic prioritization, advanced security and IGMP snooping, the switch also provides advanced features such as dynamic VLAN assignment, double VLAN tagging, ACL binding, static routing, and MLP snooping. In small and medium-sized networks, the XS712T can be used as the core switch, providing 10 Gigabit connections to servers and storage devices. The XS712T can also be used as an aggregation switch in medium-to-larger-sized networks, where it can be connected to the new ProSafe M7100 series Managed Switch (XSM7224) at the core.
10G-BASE-T for smaller networks
It's not only large businesses and government agencies that are experiencing network stress as a result of the proliferation of Big Data applications. The NETGEAR ProSafe 8-port 10 Gigabit Plus Switch (XS708E) (http://www.netgear.com/10gigabit/XS708E)provides eight 10G copper connectivity ports and one shared 10G fiber SFP+ port, at a very affordable price point comparable to enterprise switches. With 10GBASE-T, customers can use the standard RJ45 Ethernet jack and the Cat6 or Cat7 copper cable already broadly deployed within their existing network. The network speed can be improved tenfold from Gigabit to 10 Gigabit with minimal network changes. As part of the NETGEAR ProSafe Plus Switch product family, the 10 Gigabit ProSafe Plus Switch offers some fundamental features beyond those of plug-and-play Unmanaged Switches. These features, for optimizing network performance, include VLAN support, QoS, IGMP snooping, port trunking, rate limiting, and traffic monitoring. The XS708E 10G ProSafe Plus Switch is ideal for smaller organizations --whether businesses, agencies or educational facilities-- considering simple and affordable 10GE connectivity for their 10G-capable servers and storage devices.
Pricing and Availability
NETGEAR ProSafe products are available through a broad variety of NETGEAR PowerShift partners (http://powershift.netgear.com/) and authorized reseller and DMR channels.
-- The NETGEAR ProSafe 24-Port 10 Gigabit Copper M7100 series Managed
Switch (XSM7224) is available now worldwide at an MSRP in the U.S. of
$7,990.
-- The NETGEAR ProSafe 12-port 10 Gigabit Smart Switch (XS712T) will begin
shipping in late Q1 at a U.S. MSRP of $2,500.
-- The NETGEAR ProSafe 8-port 10 Gigabit Plus Switch (XS708E) is also
available now worldwide at an MSRP in the U.S. of $1,400.
All NETGEAR switches provide world-class reliability and are backed by the industry-leading ProSafe Lifetime Hardware Warranty and 24x7 technical support that connects businesses directly with experienced switching experts. The ProSafe M7100 series also includes ProSupport Lifetime 24x7 Advanced Technical Support in addition to a 3-Year Next Business Day Onsite Hardware Replacement.
More Information
Learn more about the full NETGEAR portfolio of 10 Gigabit aggregation solutions by visiting http://www.netgear.com/10gigabit/. For details on the NETGEAR ProSafe 24-Port 10 Gigabit Copper M7100 series Managed Switch (XSM7224), go to http://www.netgear.com/managed/m7100. Visit http://www.netgear.com/10gigabit/XS712T to learn more about the ProSafe 12-port 10 Gigabit Smart Switch (XS712T). More information on the ProSafe 8-port 10 Gigabit Plus Switch (XS708E) can be found at http://www.netgear.com/10gigabit/XS708E.
To learn about the full range of NETGEAR ProSafe Fully Managed, Smart, and Plus switches for businesses, government agencies, educational facilities and other networks, go to netgear.com/business/products/switches/.
About NETGEAR, Inc.
NETGEAR (NASDAQGM: NTGR) is a global networking company that delivers innovative products to consumers, businesses and service providers. For consumers, the company makes high performance, dependable and easy to use home networking, storage and digital media products to connect people with the Internet and their content and devices. For businesses, NETGEAR provides networking, storage and security solutions without the cost and complexity of big IT. The company also supplies top service providers with retail proven, whole home solutions for their customers. NETGEAR products are built on a variety of proven technologies such as wireless, Ethernet and Powerline, with a focus on reliability and ease-of-use. NETGEAR products are sold in approximately 25,000 retail locations around the globe, and through approximately 40,000 value-added resellers. The company's headquarters are in San Jose, Calif., with additional offices in over 25 countries. NETGEAR is an ENERGY STAR® partner. More information is available at http://www.NETGEAR.com or by calling (408) 907-8000. Connect with NETGEAR at twitter.com/NETGEAR and http://www.facebook.com/NETGEAR.
©2013 NETGEAR, Inc. NETGEAR, the NETGEAR logo, and ProSafe are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of NETGEAR, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries in the United States and/or other countries. Other brand names mentioned herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective holder(s). Information is subject to change without notice. All rights reserved.
Safe Harbor Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 for NETGEAR, Inc.: This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Specifically, statements concerning NETGEAR's business and the expected performance characteristics, specifications, reliability, market acceptance, market growth, specific uses, user feedback and market position of NETGEAR's products and technology are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Safe Harbor. These statements are based on management's current expectations and are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, including, without limitation, the following: the actual price, performance and ease of use of NETGEAR's products may not meet the price, performance and ease of use requirements of customers; product performance may be adversely affected by real world operating conditions; failure of products may under certain circumstances cause permanent loss of end user data; new viruses or Internet threats may develop that challenge the effectiveness of security features in NETGEAR's products; the ability of NETGEAR to market and sell its products and technology; the impact and pricing of competing products; and the introduction of alternative technological solutions. Further information on potential risk factors that could affect NETGEAR and its business are detailed in the Company's periodic filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including, but not limited to, those risks and uncertainties listed in the section entitled "Part II - Item 1A. Risk Factors," pages 46 through 65, in the Company's quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended September 30, 2012, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 6, 2012. NETGEAR undertakes no obligation to release publicly any revisions to any forward-looking statements contained herein to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.
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CONTACT: U.S. Media, Jeff Norris, Weber Shandwick for NETGEAR, +1-408-530-8458, JNorris2@webershandwick.com; or U.S. Sales, +1-408-907-8000, sales@netgear.com; or U.S. Customer, 1-888-NETGEAR
Web Site: http://www.netgear.com
Revolutionizes 10 Gigabit networking with first cost-effective 10GBASE-T Copper Plus, Smart, and Managed Switches for sub-500 user networks in business, education and government
SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- NETGEAR®, Inc. (NASDAQGM: NTGR) (http://www.netgear.com), a global networking company that delivers innovative products to consumers, businesses and service providers, today set a new bar for the networking industry by expanding its switching solutions (netgear.com/business/products/switches/) with a full range of the industry's first announced affordable 10 Gigabit Copper (10GBASE-T) switches for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), government agencies, educational facilities, and other networks supporting fewer than 500 users.
NETGEAR is introducing three new switches with groundbreaking price points, ranging from the lightly managed ProSafe 8-port 10 Gigabit Plus Switch (XS708E) for small networks,to the ProSafe 12-port 10 Gigabit Smart Switch (XS712T) for small and medium-sized networks, to the ProSafe 24-Port 10 Gigabit Copper M7100 series Managed Switch (XSM7224) designed for enterprise and campus-style networks supporting up to 500 users. NETGEAR's new 10GBASE-T offerings range from as little as $125 per port to $250 per port on the top end, in stark comparison to the most aggressively priced 10GBASE-T solutions currently on the market, which can cost $415 per port or more.
"It's good to see that NETGEAR is offering a switch with 10 Gigabit for entry-level situations," said Eric Lindeman, a solution consultant with ETC Distribution BV in the Netherlands (http://www.etcdistribution.nl). "I look forward to the massive speed upgrade and how the network will perform as a result."
Today's announcement greatly expands NETGEAR's leadership in future-proof networking technology innovation in 10 Gigabit switching. The new copper switches join the NETGEAR ProSafe 24-Port 10 Gigabit Stackable L2+ Managed Switch (XSM7224S) successfully launched in early 2011 that leverages 10 Gigabit fiber to enable businesses to accelerate their data centers to enterprise-class speed, with far less cost and complexity than traditional enterprise vendors (netgear.com/business/products/switches/fully-managed-switches/10-gigabit/XSM7224S.aspx#). With the introduction of the new 10GBASE-T switches, NETGEAR becomes the first networking solutions provider to bring more affordable 10GBASE-T solutions to sub-500 user networks to alleviate performance bottlenecks and deliver a fast and seamless response to unpredictable bandwidth demands. The company now offers a complete portfolio of cost-effective 10 Gigabit copper and fiber switching solutions (http://www.netgear.com/10gigabit/) for networks ranging from a few employees to medium-sized businesses and government agencies with remote branches and campus-style networks.
According to Crehan Research, (http://www.crehanresearch.com/), a market research and consulting firm focused on data center switch, server and storage networking, 10GBASE-T switch shipments are expected to see a forty-fold increase over the next five years. "Thus far, 10GBASE-T switch market penetration has been relatively low. However, the arrival of affordable, lower-power products in conjunction with the uptake of 10GBASE-T on servers should propel much broader 10GBASE-T switch adoption," said Seamus Crehan, president of Crehan Research.
The network performance bottleneck caused by the growing demand for bandwidth to support intensive new applications, combined with the proliferation of data replication and the widespread adoption of server and storage virtualization in small and medium sized networks, is driving the deployment of 10 Gigabit solutions for network connectivity. 10GBASE-T, like other BASE-T technologies, uses the standard RJ45 Ethernet jack, a connection form factor not only common on switches but also normally integrated onto servers, workstations and other PCs. BASE-T usually runs up to 100 meters, on the widely deployed, twisted pair copper cabling such as Cat6A and more recently Cat7, which is far easier to adopt than 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) fiber. 10GBASE-T technology is also backward compatible, auto-negotiating between higher and lower speeds, thereby not forcing an all-at-once network upgrade. With Crehan Research predicting that the number of servers with 10GbE ports will represent a majority of servers shipped in 2014, 10GbE has finally reached the tipping point of availability on servers. The next step in adoption requires affordable price points for infrastructure, to put 10GbE in the realm of possibility for smaller networks as well as medium-sized enterprises, government agencies and educational facilities with evolving networking requirements.
"Until now, 10 Gigabit switching has been only an unattainable pipe dream for small and medium-sized networks due to the high cost of entry. But 10GBASE-T provides growing networks a migration path to newer technologies while preserving current hardware investments, a perfect match to meet the cost and performance requirements of growing businesses and other organizations," explained Peter Newton, senior director of NETGEAR product management for Commercial Business.
He added, "NETGEAR 10 Gigabit switch solutions combine the latest advances in hardware and software engineering for higher availability, lower latency and power consumption and stronger security, at industry-leading, breakthrough price points. The switches we're announcing today enable us to offer a complete portfolio of 10 Gigabit solutions, spanning small server clusters to network aggregation, and from workgroup labs to network backbones. NETGEAR is already a leading provider for Unmanaged and Smart Switches; our first-to-market advantage in 10GBASE-T switches positions us as leaders in 10GbE switches as well."
10GBASE-T for medium-sized enterprise and campus-style networks
The NETGEAR ProSafe 24-Port 10 Gigabit Copper M7100 series Managed Switch (XSM7224) (http://www.netgear.com/managed/m7100) is the world's first cost-effective 10GBASE-T departmental solution. The M7100 series (XSM7224) is ideal for installations requiring reliable, affordable and simple 10 Gigabit Ethernet top-of-rack server access layer in enterprise and campus-style networks and for high-density, high-performance 10GbE aggregation. The M7100 series (XSM7224) consists of a fully managed, low-latency, line-rate 10GbE copper BASE-T switch solution; 24 ports of 10GBASE-T (RJ45) interfaces that support Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet and 10 Gigabit speeds for server, storage and network progressive upgrade; and four ports of SFP+ interfaces that broaden 10 Gigabit connectivity for 1GbE/10GbE fiber uplinks and other DAC connections.
Like all NETGEAR products, the M7100 series (XSM7224) delivers more functionality with less difficulty: Auto-iSCSI optimization, private VLANs and Local Proxy ARP take the complexity out of delivering network services for virtualized servers and 10 Gigabit infrastructures. The M7100 series (XSM7224) delivers pure line-rate performance for top-of-rack virtualization or convergence, without having to pay the exorbitant acquisition and maintenance costs associated with other networking vendors.
10GBASE-T for small and medium networks
Thanks to NETGEAR, small and medium businesses, agencies and educational facilities are no longer priced out of 10 Gigabit switching solutions. The NETGEAR ProSafe 12-port 10 Gigabit Smart Switch (XS712T) (http://www.netgear.com/10gigabit/XS712T), offers twelve 10GbE copper connectivity ports and two shared 10GbE fiber SFP+ ports as well as an extensive set of Layer 2 network features through the easy-to-use web-based management interface that comes in all NETGEAR Smart Switches. In addition to VLAN support for traffic segmentation, QoS for traffic prioritization, advanced security and IGMP snooping, the switch also provides advanced features such as dynamic VLAN assignment, double VLAN tagging, ACL binding, static routing, and MLP snooping. In small and medium-sized networks, the XS712T can be used as the core switch, providing 10 Gigabit connections to servers and storage devices. The XS712T can also be used as an aggregation switch in medium-to-larger-sized networks, where it can be connected to the new ProSafe M7100 series Managed Switch (XSM7224) at the core.
10G-BASE-T for smaller networks
It's not only large businesses and government agencies that are experiencing network stress as a result of the proliferation of Big Data applications. The NETGEAR ProSafe 8-port 10 Gigabit Plus Switch (XS708E) (http://www.netgear.com/10gigabit/XS708E)provides eight 10G copper connectivity ports and one shared 10G fiber SFP+ port, at a very affordable price point comparable to enterprise switches. With 10GBASE-T, customers can use the standard RJ45 Ethernet jack and the Cat6 or Cat7 copper cable already broadly deployed within their existing network. The network speed can be improved tenfold from Gigabit to 10 Gigabit with minimal network changes. As part of the NETGEAR ProSafe Plus Switch product family, the 10 Gigabit ProSafe Plus Switch offers some fundamental features beyond those of plug-and-play Unmanaged Switches. These features, for optimizing network performance, include VLAN support, QoS, IGMP snooping, port trunking, rate limiting, and traffic monitoring. The XS708E 10G ProSafe Plus Switch is ideal for smaller organizations --whether businesses, agencies or educational facilities-- considering simple and affordable 10GE connectivity for their 10G-capable servers and storage devices.
Pricing and Availability
NETGEAR ProSafe products are available through a broad variety of NETGEAR PowerShift partners (http://powershift.netgear.com/) and authorized reseller and DMR channels.
-- The NETGEAR ProSafe 24-Port 10 Gigabit Copper M7100 series Managed
Switch (XSM7224) is available now worldwide at an MSRP in the U.S. of
$7,990.
-- The NETGEAR ProSafe 12-port 10 Gigabit Smart Switch (XS712T) will begin
shipping in late Q1 at a U.S. MSRP of $2,500.
-- The NETGEAR ProSafe 8-port 10 Gigabit Plus Switch (XS708E) is also
available now worldwide at an MSRP in the U.S. of $1,400.
All NETGEAR switches provide world-class reliability and are backed by the industry-leading ProSafe Lifetime Hardware Warranty and 24x7 technical support that connects businesses directly with experienced switching experts. The ProSafe M7100 series also includes ProSupport Lifetime 24x7 Advanced Technical Support in addition to a 3-Year Next Business Day Onsite Hardware Replacement.
More Information
Learn more about the full NETGEAR portfolio of 10 Gigabit aggregation solutions by visiting http://www.netgear.com/10gigabit/. For details on the NETGEAR ProSafe 24-Port 10 Gigabit Copper M7100 series Managed Switch (XSM7224), go to http://www.netgear.com/managed/m7100. Visit http://www.netgear.com/10gigabit/XS712T to learn more about the ProSafe 12-port 10 Gigabit Smart Switch (XS712T). More information on the ProSafe 8-port 10 Gigabit Plus Switch (XS708E) can be found at http://www.netgear.com/10gigabit/XS708E.
To learn about the full range of NETGEAR ProSafe Fully Managed, Smart, and Plus switches for businesses, government agencies, educational facilities and other networks, go to netgear.com/business/products/switches/.
About NETGEAR, Inc.
NETGEAR (NASDAQGM: NTGR) is a global networking company that delivers innovative products to consumers, businesses and service providers. For consumers, the company makes high performance, dependable and easy to use home networking, storage and digital media products to connect people with the Internet and their content and devices. For businesses, NETGEAR provides networking, storage and security solutions without the cost and complexity of big IT. The company also supplies top service providers with retail proven, whole home solutions for their customers. NETGEAR products are built on a variety of proven technologies such as wireless, Ethernet and Powerline, with a focus on reliability and ease-of-use. NETGEAR products are sold in approximately 25,000 retail locations around the globe, and through approximately 40,000 value-added resellers. The company's headquarters are in San Jose, Calif., with additional offices in over 25 countries. NETGEAR is an ENERGY STAR® partner. More information is available at http://www.NETGEAR.com or by calling (408) 907-8000. Connect with NETGEAR at twitter.com/NETGEAR and http://www.facebook.com/NETGEAR.
©2013 NETGEAR, Inc. NETGEAR, the NETGEAR logo, and ProSafe are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of NETGEAR, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries in the United States and/or other countries. Other brand names mentioned herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective holder(s). Information is subject to change without notice. All rights reserved.
Safe Harbor Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 for NETGEAR, Inc.: This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Specifically, statements concerning NETGEAR's business and the expected performance characteristics, specifications, reliability, market acceptance, market growth, specific uses, user feedback and market position of NETGEAR's products and technology are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Safe Harbor. These statements are based on management's current expectations and are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, including, without limitation, the following: the actual price, performance and ease of use of NETGEAR's products may not meet the price, performance and ease of use requirements of customers; product performance may be adversely affected by real world operating conditions; failure of products may under certain circumstances cause permanent loss of end user data; new viruses or Internet threats may develop that challenge the effectiveness of security features in NETGEAR's products; the ability of NETGEAR to market and sell its products and technology; the impact and pricing of competing products; and the introduction of alternative technological solutions. Further information on potential risk factors that could affect NETGEAR and its business are detailed in the Company's periodic filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including, but not limited to, those risks and uncertainties listed in the section entitled "Part II - Item 1A. Risk Factors," pages 46 through 65, in the Company's quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended September 30, 2012, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 6, 2012. NETGEAR undertakes no obligation to release publicly any revisions to any forward-looking statements contained herein to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.
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CONTACT: U.S. Media, Jeff Norris, Weber Shandwick for NETGEAR, +1-408-530-8458, JNorris2@webershandwick.com; or U.S. Sales, +1-408-907-8000, sales@netgear.com; or U.S. Customer, 1-888-NETGEAR
Web Site: http://www.netgear.com
Credo Helps Students Learn Critical Information Skills with Two New Literati Solutions
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Posted on January 22, 2013 at 8:35:01 AM
Credo Helps Students Learn Critical Information Skills with Two New Literati Solutions
Literati now available to K-12 schools and student athletes in addition to academic and public libraries worldwide
BOSTON and OXFORD, England, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Credo, the industry's first provider of solutions for information skills, today announced the availability of Literati School and Literati Student Athlete. Following the launch of Literati Academic and Literati Public, which have been implemented in over 600 institutions in less than a year, these two new solutions enable librarians and educators to cost-effectively help learners of all types gain the information skills they need to succeed.
"Information skills are necessary to solve problems and think critically, actions essential to academic, workforce and personal success. However, in many cases fundamental competencies such as knowing how to conduct research, understanding authoritative vs. non-authoritative sources, writing and even using the Internet are unmet," said Mike Sweet, Credo's CEO. "With support from librarians, educators, publishers and technology partners, Credo has evolved from a content provider to a company that is focused on solving the information skills gap - something that information alone cannot address."
Literati enables learners to hone their information skills through a combination of content, tools and services that are available around the clock. The Literati platform - which is customized for each market as well as each individual customer - includes highly interactive reference content from quality publishers that provides a starting point for deeper research and learning and is enhanced through the seamless integration of additional third party resources and technologies. For example, Credo's new Literati School and Literati Student Athlete solutions include online tutoring, homework help and Librarian Connect with real-time text, chat, and email.
Literati's ongoing services, provided by Credo's team of on-staff librarians and educators, include multimedia videos, tutorials, assessments, marketing support and other services that are aligned with the organization's specific strategic goals.
"Credo is truly doing something different with Literati," said Dr. Lana Jackman, President of the National Forum on Information Literacy. "The potential for Credo to establish a key leadership role in education reform and 21st century teaching and learning is enormous."
About Credo-
Credo believes that everyone deserves the ability to learn and the opportunity to succeed.
To help people achieve their academic, professional and personal goals, Credo partners with libraries, educators, publishers and technology providers to deliver solutions for developing information skills. Founded in 1999, Credo has offices in Boston and the UK. For additional information about Credo and its Literati solutions please visit http://corp.credoreference.com.
CONTACT:
Mary Kay Jezzini
+1-212-352-1404
publicity@credoreference.com
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Web Site: http://corp.credoreference.com
Literati now available to K-12 schools and student athletes in addition to academic and public libraries worldwide
BOSTON and OXFORD, England, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Credo, the industry's first provider of solutions for information skills, today announced the availability of Literati School and Literati Student Athlete. Following the launch of Literati Academic and Literati Public, which have been implemented in over 600 institutions in less than a year, these two new solutions enable librarians and educators to cost-effectively help learners of all types gain the information skills they need to succeed.
"Information skills are necessary to solve problems and think critically, actions essential to academic, workforce and personal success. However, in many cases fundamental competencies such as knowing how to conduct research, understanding authoritative vs. non-authoritative sources, writing and even using the Internet are unmet," said Mike Sweet, Credo's CEO. "With support from librarians, educators, publishers and technology partners, Credo has evolved from a content provider to a company that is focused on solving the information skills gap - something that information alone cannot address."
Literati enables learners to hone their information skills through a combination of content, tools and services that are available around the clock. The Literati platform - which is customized for each market as well as each individual customer - includes highly interactive reference content from quality publishers that provides a starting point for deeper research and learning and is enhanced through the seamless integration of additional third party resources and technologies. For example, Credo's new Literati School and Literati Student Athlete solutions include online tutoring, homework help and Librarian Connect with real-time text, chat, and email.
Literati's ongoing services, provided by Credo's team of on-staff librarians and educators, include multimedia videos, tutorials, assessments, marketing support and other services that are aligned with the organization's specific strategic goals.
"Credo is truly doing something different with Literati," said Dr. Lana Jackman, President of the National Forum on Information Literacy. "The potential for Credo to establish a key leadership role in education reform and 21st century teaching and learning is enormous."
About Credo-
Credo believes that everyone deserves the ability to learn and the opportunity to succeed.
To help people achieve their academic, professional and personal goals, Credo partners with libraries, educators, publishers and technology providers to deliver solutions for developing information skills. Founded in 1999, Credo has offices in Boston and the UK. For additional information about Credo and its Literati solutions please visit http://corp.credoreference.com.
CONTACT:
Mary Kay Jezzini
+1-212-352-1404
publicity@credoreference.com
SOURCE Credo
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World Travel Holdings Deploys Fonolo on Cruises.com to Enhance Customer Experience
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Posted on January 22, 2013 at 8:28:01 AM
World Travel Holdings Deploys Fonolo on Cruises.com to Enhance Customer Experience
TORONTO, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --Fonolo, the company that improves the call center experience by replacing hold time with a call-back, continues to grow its portfolio of world-class partnerships with the addition of Cruises.com. Owned and operated by World Travel Holdings, one of the nation's top travel agencies, Cruises.com offers incredible savings on brand-name cruises.
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With the addition of Fonolo to the Cruises.com website, users select the cruise they're interested in and can now easily request an agent call-back with just one click - eliminating phone menus and hold-time. Fonolo's cloud-based call-back service provides a convenient and intuitive interface for callers and a secure, seamless process for call center agents.
"World Travel Holdings recognizes that the vacation experience begins long before you arrive at your destination," said Shai Berger, Fonolo CEO. "The integration of Fonolo with the Cruises.com website gives prospective travellers a first-class customer service experience right from the start of the booking process."
According to a 2012 study from American Express, for a complex purchase like booking a cruise, customers preferred talking to a live person on the phone two-to-one over simply using a website. Offering an intelligent call-back feature makes it seamless for customers to reach an agent, removing the barriers from buying online.
"Not only does Fonolo direct callers to the right agent based on their travel needs, but the resulting data shows an improvement on the caller experience which has exceeded our expectations and favorably impacted sales," said Jeff Smith, SVP sales and customer care, World Travel Holdings. "Fonolo makes it even easier for our customers to book their dream vacation and furthers our ability to deliver a remarkable experience."
Because Fonolo's cloud-based solution required no changes to their call center, World Travel Holdings was able to deploy this new functionality in a matter of days. They also integrated their web analytics with Fonolo so they could track and optimize every aspect of the customer experience.
World Travel Holdings began offering Fonolo service to its Cruises.com customers in November 2012.
About Fonolo
Fonolo's cloud-based solutions improve the way call centers interact with their customers by replacing hold time with a call-back. Regardless of where the conversation begins - on the web, mobile or by phone - Fonolo quickly and conveniently routes customers through the call center, connecting them to the right agent while eliminating hold time.
A growing list of organizations, including the Royal Bank of Canada (RBC), Allstream and SiriusXM Canada have discovered the value of using Fonolo as an innovative call center solution. The privately-held, Toronto-based company has received numerous awards, including "Best of Enterprise Connect," ITExpo's "Best Contact Center Solution", "50 Best Websites" from Time.com and more.
About World Travel Holdings
World Travel Holdings is the world's leading cruise agency and award-winning leisure travel company with a portfolio of more than 30 diverse brands. In addition to owning some of the largest brands distributing cruises, villas, hotels and luxury travel services, World Travel Holdings has a vast portfolio of licensed private label partnerships comprised of top leisure travel providers, almost every U.S. airline, leading hotel brands and prominent corporations. The company's home based division operates a top-rated travel agency franchise and the country's original host agency. Its global presence in the United Kingdom includes operating two cruise agencies and multiple private-label brands. World Travel Holdings has offices in Long Island, NY, Wilmington, Mass., Ft. Lauderdale and Orlando, Fla., Virginia Beach, Va., and Chorley, United Kingdom. For more information, visit WorldTravelHoldings.com.
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TORONTO, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --Fonolo, the company that improves the call center experience by replacing hold time with a call-back, continues to grow its portfolio of world-class partnerships with the addition of Cruises.com. Owned and operated by World Travel Holdings, one of the nation's top travel agencies, Cruises.com offers incredible savings on brand-name cruises.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20090817/FONOLOLOGO)
With the addition of Fonolo to the Cruises.com website, users select the cruise they're interested in and can now easily request an agent call-back with just one click - eliminating phone menus and hold-time. Fonolo's cloud-based call-back service provides a convenient and intuitive interface for callers and a secure, seamless process for call center agents.
"World Travel Holdings recognizes that the vacation experience begins long before you arrive at your destination," said Shai Berger, Fonolo CEO. "The integration of Fonolo with the Cruises.com website gives prospective travellers a first-class customer service experience right from the start of the booking process."
According to a 2012 study from American Express, for a complex purchase like booking a cruise, customers preferred talking to a live person on the phone two-to-one over simply using a website. Offering an intelligent call-back feature makes it seamless for customers to reach an agent, removing the barriers from buying online.
"Not only does Fonolo direct callers to the right agent based on their travel needs, but the resulting data shows an improvement on the caller experience which has exceeded our expectations and favorably impacted sales," said Jeff Smith, SVP sales and customer care, World Travel Holdings. "Fonolo makes it even easier for our customers to book their dream vacation and furthers our ability to deliver a remarkable experience."
Because Fonolo's cloud-based solution required no changes to their call center, World Travel Holdings was able to deploy this new functionality in a matter of days. They also integrated their web analytics with Fonolo so they could track and optimize every aspect of the customer experience.
World Travel Holdings began offering Fonolo service to its Cruises.com customers in November 2012.
About Fonolo
Fonolo's cloud-based solutions improve the way call centers interact with their customers by replacing hold time with a call-back. Regardless of where the conversation begins - on the web, mobile or by phone - Fonolo quickly and conveniently routes customers through the call center, connecting them to the right agent while eliminating hold time.
A growing list of organizations, including the Royal Bank of Canada (RBC), Allstream and SiriusXM Canada have discovered the value of using Fonolo as an innovative call center solution. The privately-held, Toronto-based company has received numerous awards, including "Best of Enterprise Connect," ITExpo's "Best Contact Center Solution", "50 Best Websites" from Time.com and more.
About World Travel Holdings
World Travel Holdings is the world's leading cruise agency and award-winning leisure travel company with a portfolio of more than 30 diverse brands. In addition to owning some of the largest brands distributing cruises, villas, hotels and luxury travel services, World Travel Holdings has a vast portfolio of licensed private label partnerships comprised of top leisure travel providers, almost every U.S. airline, leading hotel brands and prominent corporations. The company's home based division operates a top-rated travel agency franchise and the country's original host agency. Its global presence in the United Kingdom includes operating two cruise agencies and multiple private-label brands. World Travel Holdings has offices in Long Island, NY, Wilmington, Mass., Ft. Lauderdale and Orlando, Fla., Virginia Beach, Va., and Chorley, United Kingdom. For more information, visit WorldTravelHoldings.com.
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Fonolo
CONTACT: Xania Kahn, Fonolo, xania@fonolo.com, +1-416-366-2500 x229
Web Site: http://fonolo.com
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Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 22, 2013 at 8:28:01 AM
Wi-Fi Alliance® opens bureaus in Beijing and Taipei
New offices to support Wi-Fi® implementers throughout Asia
AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Wi-Fi Alliance, the global collaboration forum for Wi-Fi(®), has opened branch offices in both Beijing and Taipei. Wi-Fi Alliance staff based in the branch offices will provide market and technical support to Wi-Fi Alliance member companies and engage with industry stakeholders throughout Asia. Companies considering membership in Wi-Fi Alliance can also interface with the branch office staff to learn more about the organization and its activities.
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"We are pleased to establish bureaus in China and Taiwan, and to expand support to our members and stakeholders throughout Asia," said Wi-Fi Alliance president and CEO Edgar Figueroa. "Our member companies in Asia deliver innovative Wi-Fi solutions and participate in Wi-Fi Alliance activities, and China and Taiwan both represent important consumer and enterprise markets for Wi-Fi."
The office openings come in response to continued growth in the number of Wi-Fi Alliance members and the number of Wi-Fi users in Asia. Together, China and Taiwan companies comprise nearly twenty percent of the Wi-Fi Alliance overall membership today. Nearly half of all Wi-Fi Alliance member companies are headquartered in the Asia-Pacific region, and they account for about two-thirds of Wi-Fi Alliance product certification volume. Wi-Fi Alliance also has a total of seven Authorized Test Laboratories in Asia: four in China, three in Taiwan.
Program development and certification activity in Wi-Fi Alliance is at an all-time high in 2013. More than 15 distinct initiatives are underway in the organization, addressing a broad range of applications including data offload for service providers, home monitoring and smart energy, and consumer electronics. ABI Research forecasts that Wi-Fi sales will grow at an average rate of 16 percent each year until 2017.
About Wi-Fi Alliance(®)
http://www.wi-fi.org
Wi-Fi Alliance is a global non-profit industry association of hundreds of leading companies devoted to seamless connectivity. With technology development, market building, and regulatory programs, Wi-Fi Alliance has enabled widespread adoption of Wi-Fi worldwide. The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED(TM) program was launched in March 2000. It provides a widely-recognized designation of interoperability and quality and it helps to ensure that Wi-Fi-enabled products deliver the best user experience. Wi-Fi Alliance has completed more than 15,000 product certifications, encouraging the expanded use of Wi-Fi products and services in new and established markets.Wi-Fi(®), Wi-Fi Alliance(®), WMM(®), Wi-Fi Protected Access(®) (WPA), the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo, the Wi-Fi logo, the Wi-Fi ZONE logo and the Wi-Fi Protected Setup logo are registered trademarks of Wi-Fi Alliance. Wi-Fi CERTIFIED(TM), Wi-Fi Direct(TM), Wi-Fi Protected Setup(TM), Wi-Fi Multimedia(TM), WPA2(TM), Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Passpoint(TM), Passpoint(TM), Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Miracast(TM), Miracast(TM), Wi-Fi ZONE(TM) and the Wi-Fi Alliance logo are trademarks of Wi-Fi Alliance.
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CONTACT: Karl Stetson, Edelman for Wi-Fi Alliance, +1-206-268-2215, karl.stetson@edelman.com, ChinaOffice@wi-fi.org, TaiwanOffice@wi-fi.org
Web Site: http://www.wi-fi.org
New offices to support Wi-Fi® implementers throughout Asia
AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Wi-Fi Alliance, the global collaboration forum for Wi-Fi(®), has opened branch offices in both Beijing and Taipei. Wi-Fi Alliance staff based in the branch offices will provide market and technical support to Wi-Fi Alliance member companies and engage with industry stakeholders throughout Asia. Companies considering membership in Wi-Fi Alliance can also interface with the branch office staff to learn more about the organization and its activities.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20070516/SFW029LOGO)
"We are pleased to establish bureaus in China and Taiwan, and to expand support to our members and stakeholders throughout Asia," said Wi-Fi Alliance president and CEO Edgar Figueroa. "Our member companies in Asia deliver innovative Wi-Fi solutions and participate in Wi-Fi Alliance activities, and China and Taiwan both represent important consumer and enterprise markets for Wi-Fi."
The office openings come in response to continued growth in the number of Wi-Fi Alliance members and the number of Wi-Fi users in Asia. Together, China and Taiwan companies comprise nearly twenty percent of the Wi-Fi Alliance overall membership today. Nearly half of all Wi-Fi Alliance member companies are headquartered in the Asia-Pacific region, and they account for about two-thirds of Wi-Fi Alliance product certification volume. Wi-Fi Alliance also has a total of seven Authorized Test Laboratories in Asia: four in China, three in Taiwan.
Program development and certification activity in Wi-Fi Alliance is at an all-time high in 2013. More than 15 distinct initiatives are underway in the organization, addressing a broad range of applications including data offload for service providers, home monitoring and smart energy, and consumer electronics. ABI Research forecasts that Wi-Fi sales will grow at an average rate of 16 percent each year until 2017.
About Wi-Fi Alliance(®)
http://www.wi-fi.org
Wi-Fi Alliance is a global non-profit industry association of hundreds of leading companies devoted to seamless connectivity. With technology development, market building, and regulatory programs, Wi-Fi Alliance has enabled widespread adoption of Wi-Fi worldwide. The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED(TM) program was launched in March 2000. It provides a widely-recognized designation of interoperability and quality and it helps to ensure that Wi-Fi-enabled products deliver the best user experience. Wi-Fi Alliance has completed more than 15,000 product certifications, encouraging the expanded use of Wi-Fi products and services in new and established markets.Wi-Fi(®), Wi-Fi Alliance(®), WMM(®), Wi-Fi Protected Access(®) (WPA), the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo, the Wi-Fi logo, the Wi-Fi ZONE logo and the Wi-Fi Protected Setup logo are registered trademarks of Wi-Fi Alliance. Wi-Fi CERTIFIED(TM), Wi-Fi Direct(TM), Wi-Fi Protected Setup(TM), Wi-Fi Multimedia(TM), WPA2(TM), Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Passpoint(TM), Passpoint(TM), Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Miracast(TM), Miracast(TM), Wi-Fi ZONE(TM) and the Wi-Fi Alliance logo are trademarks of Wi-Fi Alliance.
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Wi-Fi Alliance
CONTACT: Karl Stetson, Edelman for Wi-Fi Alliance, +1-206-268-2215, karl.stetson@edelman.com, ChinaOffice@wi-fi.org, TaiwanOffice@wi-fi.org
Web Site: http://www.wi-fi.org
BNY Mellon Announces New Interactive Analytics Report for Asset Servicing Clients
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 22, 2013 at 8:28:01 AM
BNY Mellon Announces New Interactive Analytics Report for Asset Servicing Clients
One-click ability to tailor and transform data into robust, interactive graphics
BOSTON, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- BNY Mellon, the global leader in investment management and investment services, has introduced its Interactive Analytics Report (IAR), the next generation of interactive reporting tools on the company's Workbench(SM) web platform. With the new functionality, BNY Mellon Asset Servicing clients can nowview and customize their investment analytics results using easy, click-through online screens.
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Accessible through Workbench by more than 50,000 BNY Mellon clients, IAR replaces over 20 individual reports run by users. Asset owners can view their investment analytics while visually depicting their portfolio's fundamental characteristics - by country, asset type, quality ratings, or equity ratios.
Results are shown in graphs and charts that display historical and projected analyses of client investment plans. Users can also drill down into underlying asset data to gain further granularity into the characteristics that make up their portfolios.
"Our Interactive Analytics Reportbrings a new capability that can serve as a foundation for improved risk management," said John Gruber, managing director, global product strategy for BNY Mellon's Performance & Risk Analytics group. "It helps our clients open a window into their investments, which can lead to greater insight, stronger analysis, and more informed decision-making."
IAR is BNY Mellon's latest launch of enhanced technology products that offer clients useful, dynamic reporting features. In December, the company released Report Solutions, an online library of report templates that help clients with preparing regulatory filings and other custom reports.
BNY Mellon Asset Servicing offers clients worldwide a broad spectrum of specialized asset servicing capabilities, including custody and fund services, securities lending, performance and analytics, and execution services. BNY Mellon Asset Servicing provides services through BNY Mellon and other related companies.
BNY Mellon is a global financial services company focused on helping clients manage and service their financial assets, operating in 36 countries and serving more than 100 markets. BNY Mellon is a leading provider of financial services for institutions, corporations and high-net-worth individuals, offering superior investment management and investment services through a worldwide client-focused team. It has $26.7 trillion in assets under custody and administration and $1.4 trillion in assets under management, services $11.4 trillion in outstanding debt and processes global payments averaging $1.5 trillion per day. BNY Mellon is the corporate brand of The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation (NYSE: BK). Learn more at http://www.bnymellon.com or follow us on Twitter @BNYMellon.
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BNY Mellon
CONTACT: Joseph F. Ailinger Jr., +1-617-722-7571, joe.ailinger@bnymellon.com
Web Site: http://www.bnymellon.com
One-click ability to tailor and transform data into robust, interactive graphics
BOSTON, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- BNY Mellon, the global leader in investment management and investment services, has introduced its Interactive Analytics Report (IAR), the next generation of interactive reporting tools on the company's Workbench(SM) web platform. With the new functionality, BNY Mellon Asset Servicing clients can nowview and customize their investment analytics results using easy, click-through online screens.
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130122/NY44520)
Accessible through Workbench by more than 50,000 BNY Mellon clients, IAR replaces over 20 individual reports run by users. Asset owners can view their investment analytics while visually depicting their portfolio's fundamental characteristics - by country, asset type, quality ratings, or equity ratios.
Results are shown in graphs and charts that display historical and projected analyses of client investment plans. Users can also drill down into underlying asset data to gain further granularity into the characteristics that make up their portfolios.
"Our Interactive Analytics Reportbrings a new capability that can serve as a foundation for improved risk management," said John Gruber, managing director, global product strategy for BNY Mellon's Performance & Risk Analytics group. "It helps our clients open a window into their investments, which can lead to greater insight, stronger analysis, and more informed decision-making."
IAR is BNY Mellon's latest launch of enhanced technology products that offer clients useful, dynamic reporting features. In December, the company released Report Solutions, an online library of report templates that help clients with preparing regulatory filings and other custom reports.
BNY Mellon Asset Servicing offers clients worldwide a broad spectrum of specialized asset servicing capabilities, including custody and fund services, securities lending, performance and analytics, and execution services. BNY Mellon Asset Servicing provides services through BNY Mellon and other related companies.
BNY Mellon is a global financial services company focused on helping clients manage and service their financial assets, operating in 36 countries and serving more than 100 markets. BNY Mellon is a leading provider of financial services for institutions, corporations and high-net-worth individuals, offering superior investment management and investment services through a worldwide client-focused team. It has $26.7 trillion in assets under custody and administration and $1.4 trillion in assets under management, services $11.4 trillion in outstanding debt and processes global payments averaging $1.5 trillion per day. BNY Mellon is the corporate brand of The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation (NYSE: BK). Learn more at http://www.bnymellon.com or follow us on Twitter @BNYMellon.
SOURCE BNY Mellon
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BNY Mellon
CONTACT: Joseph F. Ailinger Jr., +1-617-722-7571, joe.ailinger@bnymellon.com
Web Site: http://www.bnymellon.com