20 20 SOFTWARE INTRODUCES NEW VERSION OF PC-INSTALL AND $99 COMPETITIVE UPGRADE OFFER; Award-winning installation software simplifies the process of distributing software or data files for developers and corporate users.

PORTLAND, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 14, 1995--20/20 Software today introduced version 3.0 for DOS of its PC Install installation software program, complementing version 3.0 for Windows that was introduced in November 1994. PC Install provides developers with an easy and professional way to distribute applications and data files. Distribution may be done via diskettes, over a network, or on CD-ROM. This new version is the first significant upgrade in over a year.

In addition to introducing the new version with an attractive $69 upgrade price for existing users, 20/20 Software is also offering users of other qualifying installation programs the opportunity to purchase PC Install for DOS at a special price of $99 for a limited period.

Currently, people who need to distribute software or data files -- such as developers, consultants, and corporate users -- are using error-prone, unprofessional looking batch files, or spending weeks or even months developing their own installation programs, thereby often slowing the distribution of key applications and data files.

"Writing an installation program from scratch is not worth the trouble," said Cay S. Horstmann, associate professor of Mathematics and Computer Science at San Jose State University. "If you just need a quick installation program that copies compressed files and looks more professional than a batch file, then look at PC Install. You'll be finished in an hour to two and can go back to `real programming.'" The new version of PC Install for DOS is an easy to use application that provides all of the features needed for installing software and data files. To send out files, the user simply gives PC Install instructions such as what files need to be copied, and what personal messages need to be displayed. PC Install does the rest. It will automatically verify sufficient disk space, check for a particular CPU type and update AUTOEXEC, CONFIG and other system files. The disk recipient has only to type "install" and the application or files will be installed automatically. The new version of PC Install also includes enhancements to PC-Shrink, a file compression utility that helps put more data on a diskette. PC-Shrink also splits large files across multiple diskettes. The new version of PC Install contains more than 20 improvements, including:

Support for a custom graphic screen to display a company or

product logo

Multiple destination directories and user input requests--

given the increase in client/servers and multiple drives,

this allows the user to better specify destinations

File searching to locate proper locations for installation--

great for software upgrades

Automated file compression through an improved PC-Shrink

file compressor

Ability to delete, rename and launch files during

installation

Conditional script branching allows tailoring of

installations based on end-user inputs

Custom system messages and prompts, allowing even greater

personalization, including the ability to customize

installations in languages other than English 

Dynamic status bar indicating percentage completed during

the installation process

Competitive Upgrade for other installers

Owners of EZ-Install, Installit, Install/Winstall, and InstallSHIELD can obtain a competitive upgrade of PC Install for DOS directly from 20/20 Software for $99 (U.S.), plus shipping and handling, by calling 1-800-735-2020, or by using CompuServe "GO TWENTY" or the Internet "[e-mail]." Proof of ownership is required.

The new version of PC Install is available now. The suggested retail price is $149 (U.S.) Registered owners of PC Install can receive an upgrade to version 3 for $69 (U.S.) Owners who purchased PC Install for DOS after Dec. 15, 1994, will be upgraded for no charge. The Windows version of PC Install, including PC-Shrink, is $179, and a bundle of both DOS and Windows versions is $249. All prices are for customers in North America and include an unlimited, royalty free distribution license.

20/20 Software Inc. is a developer of software utility products for the DOS and Windows environments. Recently, readers of The Paradox Informant voted PC Install as installation product of the year for 1994. The company also has developed PC-Loan, a graphical loan analyzer for Windows and database applications such as the successful Nimbus Report Writer, WestLake Imager and DocIt programs. The company is a Certified Developer Partner with Microsoft, Borland and Hewlett-Packard and has formed a strategic alliance with Microrim.

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