20/20 Software Introduces Version 6 of PC-Install; New Version Integrates Acclaimed Internet Installation Capabilities.PORTLAND, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 18, 1998--20/20 Software today introduced two new versions of its widely-used PC-Install(tm) installation software that speeds and simplifies the process of software installation in Windows(R) and DOS environments The DOS environment is a reserved area in DOS for holding values used by DOS and other applications. The values stored in this area are called "environment variables" and are created with the Set command (see DOS Set). . The new products, PC-Install 6 for Windows, and PC-Install PRO with Internet Extensions See Internet domain name. , provide software developers with easy and professional ways to distribute software and data files. PC-Install PRO with Internet Extensions incorporates 20/20's highly-acclaimed NET-Install technology in one powerful and easy-to-use installation builder. This means that in addition to standard media-based installations, developers can use Netscape Navigator An earlier Web browser for Windows, Macintosh and X Windows from Netscape that provided secure transmission over the Internet. Soon after its introduction in 1994, Navigator, or just "Netscape," as it was commonly called, quickly became the leading browser on the Web. (tm) plugins and Microsoft Internet Explorer See Internet Explorer. ActiveX controls A software module based on Microsoft's Component Object Model (COM) architecture. It enables a program to add functionality by calling ready-made components that blend in and appear as normal parts of the program. to install the same applications and files directly from the Internet. "As more software is made available over the Internet for demonstration purposes, developers need capabilities to make the potential customer's first experience with their software a positive and enjoyable one," said Joe Wang, president of 20/20 Software, Inc. "As a result, this new version of PC-Install is designed, from the start, to provide developers with tools to assure a positive set of first impressions, choices and reactions." The new version 6 options of PC-Install provide an unmatched combination of ease-of-use and advanced capabilities. While competitive products force developers to chose between easy-to-use, yet severely limited low-end products, or complicated, expensive toolkits that take weeks to learn, PC-Install 6 delivers all the critical capabilities in an affordable product that can produce an installation in minutes. Significant new benefits include: -- Professional "wizard" graphical user interfaces graphical user interface (GUI) Computer display format that allows the user to select commands, call up files, start programs, and do other routine tasks by using a mouse to point to pictorial symbols (icons) or lists of menu choices on the screen as opposed to having to display custom backgrounds, titles, messages, prompts, status bars and graphics to help provide a customer with a positive and professional looking first experience with a developer's products. -- Flexible interaction choices enable the developer to involve the software user in the installation process, if desired. Options include the ability to prompt for multiple drives and directories, support for browsing drives and directories, the ability to ask users for information during installation, installation options, password authorization and un-install options. -- For those who don't program, PC-Install now includes a new standard default installation command list that means a professional, fast installer can be built with only a few clicks of a mouse. -- Unparalleled interaction between the installation and host system allows the installer to check system configurations (cpu type, OS version, amount of disk space available, and RAM availability), and branch operations accordingly. -- PC-Install can also create, modify, replace and remove Windows groups and icons, automatically create shortcuts See Win Shortcuts. , update both 16-bit and 32-bit file registries, and detect video capabilities, sound cards and modem comm ports May refer to any serial communications port or specifically to the serial ports on a PC. See COM1. so the installation can be both trouble-free and informative. -- Check-box lists of options of installation choices make it easy to customize any installation. -- All-new, context sensitive HELP contains all the materials in the manual, and is accessible with one keystroke key·stroke n. A stroke of a key, as on a word processor. key  stroke . Easy to Use Graphical Installation Builder The new versions of PC-Install are built around a graphical menu-driven installation builder that includes a series of preset preset Cardiac pacing A parameter of a pacemaker that is programmed permanently when manufactured default values. This means one can skip virtually all programming if desired, and still create a professional, well-designed, Windows-compliant installation. This capability means that PC-Install Version 6 sets new standards in ease of use -- even those who have never programmed an installation before can develop one in less than fifteen minutes. If the default values are not used, a developer can fully customize the look and features of any installation by designating screen colors, titles, fonts, graphics and even sounds. Other features include the ability to tailor the installation during execution. This can be based upon user input (such as a serial number) or minimum system configuration, such as checking for CPU, operating system operating system (OS) Software that controls the operation of a computer, directs the input and output of data, keeps track of files, and controls the processing of computer programs. , and verifying that sufficient disk space exists for the installation. Simplicity and ease of use are the focus of PC-Install. With the new versions of PC-Install, developers and users have the flexibility to completely control the installation of their software on a wide variety of end-user machines, and can even now detect modems, sound cards and video capabilities for multimedia installations. Other capabilities in PC-Install include: -- Installs into Windows 3.1, 3.11, 95 and NT using a single .EXE file (EXEcutable file) Pronounced "ex-ee file." The name given to a program in machine language that is ready to run in DOS, Windows, OS/2 and VMS. The name comes from the .EXE extension at the end of the program name; for example: XYZ.EXE. -- Auto-detects operating system and automatically launches the appropriate installer version -- Can launch executable files See executable code. before, during and after installation, and pass variables from file to file -- Automatic disk builder includes creation of single .EXE files and splitting them for multiple diskettes -- Visual Basic 5 automatic File Collection support -- New commands include COPY, BACKUP, IF DISKSPACE and enhanced IF LOCATE and WINITEM. Upgrade Pricing and Availability PC-Install is available now for a suggested retail price of $199 (U.S.) from 20/20 Software, Inc.'s distribution partners worldwide. PC-Install PRO with Internet Extensions is available for a suggested retail price of $399 (U.S.). PC-Install for DOS is also available for $199 (U.S.). Site licenses for multiple workstation and installation server configurations are available. Current owners of previous versions of PC-Install can upgrade to PC-Install 6 for $99 (U.S.), and to PC-Install Pro with Internet Extensions for $199 (U.S.) from 20/20 Software, by calling 800-735-2020, or via email at upgrade@twenty.com. Registered owners Registered Owner An individual or organization to whom certificates are directly issued and who, as a result, is recorded on the corporation's securityholder records (as maintained by the transfer agent). who purchased earlier versions of PC-Install after Sept. 1, 1997 will receive PC-Install 6 for no charge. About 20/20 Founded in 1992, 20/20 Software, Inc. is a leading supplier of software distribution solutions to software developers and major corporations worldwide. The company's growing range of development tools and custom services enable both commercial software developers and corporate Information Systems departments to easily install and protect their software. PC-Install makes it easy to distribute software via disk, CD-ROM CD-ROM: see compact disc. CD-ROM in full compact disc read-only memory Type of computer storage medium that is read optically (e.g., by a laser). , internal network or the Internet. 20/20 Software is located at 8196 S.W. Hall Blvd., Suite 200, Beaverton, OR 97008. -0- Note to editors: Review copies of all 20/20 Software products are available from the contact person listed below, or from the 20/20 Software Web site: http://www.twenty.com/ (c) 1998 20/20 Software, Inc. All rights reserved. NET-Install, softSENTRY, PC-Install, PC-Shrink, QuickBuild and the 20/20 logo are trademarks of 20/20 Software. Microsoft and Windows are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation (company) Microsoft Corporation - The biggest supplier of operating systems and other software for IBM PC compatibles. Software products include MS-DOS, Microsoft Windows, Windows NT, Microsoft Access, LAN Manager, MS Client, SQL Server, Open Data Base Connectivity (ODBC), MS Mail, in the United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. and/or other countries. Product specifications subject to change without notice. CONTACT: 20/20 Software Paul Needham, 503/520-0504 paul.needham@twenty.com or Alliance Group Jen Bernier, 503-293-1133 jenb@acg.com |
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