AT&T WorldNet Service Introduces New Set-up Software with Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.Leading ISP's Installation Software Helps Range of Net Users - From Travelers to Home Users BASKING RIDGE, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 29, 1999--AT&T WorldNet(R) Service, the nation's leading direct Internet access See how to access the Internet. service, introduced a new version of its set-up software featuring a host of new capabilities, including an easy access "Fix-it" feature that remedies problems quickly and easily. The new software, which integrates Microsoft's recently released Internet Explorer Microsoft's Web browser, which comes with Windows starting with Windows 98. Commonly called "IE," versions for Mac and Unix are also available. Internet Explorer is the most widely used Web browser on the market. It has also been the browser engine in AOL's Internet access software. 5 browser browser Software that allows a computer user to find and view information on the Internet. The first text-based browser for the World Wide Web became available in 1991; Web use expanded rapidly after the release in 1993 of a browser called Mosaic, which used , introduces capabilities that benefit the expanding range of Net users, from those on the go to those in the home. The new software is available for systems running Windows 95, Windows 98 and Windows NT (Windows New Technology) A 32-bit operating system from Microsoft for Intel x86 CPUs. NT is the core technology in Windows 2000 and Windows XP (see Windows). Available in separate client and server versions, it includes built-in networking and preemptive multitasking. 4. AT&T WorldNet Service 5.0 software's new features include: o Access Number Management: Lets users keep a virtual phonebook of frequently-dialed POP (point-of-presence) numbers on their desktop, enabling easier management of multiple dial-in access numbers. This feature is especially useful for those who actively travel and require several dial-up numbers at their disposal. o Easy-Access "Fix-it" Utility: Customers can run this program to perform an automatic reset of their AT&T WorldNet Service configurations. If a problem exists, or their connection is not properly configured con·fig·ure tr.v. con·fig·ured, con·fig·ur·ing, con·fig·ures To design, arrange, set up, or shape with a view to specific applications or uses: , the Fix-It program locates the problem and corrects it automatically. o Auto Disconnect disconnect - SCSI reconnect : After users close their Internet applications, a helpful pop-up window pop-up window n (Comput) → Popup-Fenster nt reminds them to disconnect from the service. o Internet Explorer 5: Microsoft's latest browser is integrated within the AT&T WorldNet setup, enabling users to take advantage of the browser's latest enhancements, including better performance, a more flexible user custry," said Michael Chaplo, AT&T WorldNet Serviver their Internet experience - right from the start." AT&T WorldNet Service will begin mailing new version 5.0 set-up discs in April, 1999. Software is presently available for download at www.att.com/worldnet. Current AT&T WorldNet Service members can find the upgrade software at www.worldnet.att.net/care/upgrades. About AT&T WorldNet Service AT&T WorldNet(R) Service (www.att.net) is the largest direct Internet Service Provider Internet service provider (ISP) Company that provides Internet connections and services to individuals and organizations. For a monthly fee, ISPs provide computer users with a connection to their site (see data transmission), as well as a log-in name and password. in the U.S., serving 1.5 million members. It provides reliable, easy Internet access across the nation, free e-mail See Internet e-mail service. with multiple IDs chat, up to 30-megabytes of free Web space, online communities and discounted games. Additionally, AT&T WorldNet Service members can consolidate their Internet access, AT&T long distance and AT&T wireless charges on a single bill. AT&T WorldNet Service members who "refer-a-friend" to the Internet service can earn a $10 reward for every referral. AT&T WorldNet Service has been recognized as an industry leader and was recently named "Best Buy" in PC World Magazine (March 1999) with an overall "outstanding" rating. AT&T WorldNet Service consumer software for Windows 95/98, Windows 3.1, Windows 3.11 for Workgroups, Windows NT and Macintosh is available by download free of charge from the public AT&T Web site (www.att.com/worldnet). AT&T WorldNet is a registered service mark of AT&T. |
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