Adrenaline Software Launches Company and First Product at MacWorld Expo; Component Software Pioneer Soon to Ship Fast, Flexible Spreadsheet and Charting Application.SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 7, 1997--The global software development community gained a promising new addition today, as Adrenaline Software Inc. disclosed its corporate mission and strategy at MacWorld Expo San Francisco San Francisco (săn frănsĭs`kō), city (1990 pop. 723,959), coextensive with San Francisco co., W Calif., on the tip of a peninsula between the Pacific Ocean and San Francisco Bay, which are connected by the strait known as the Golden . Adrenaline also debuted its first product -- Adrenaline Numbers & Charts(TM) -- a fast, flexible spreadsheet and graphics application scheduled to ship in February. Numbers & Charts is featured at Adrenaline's MacWorld Expo Booth No. 4374 Moscone Center The Moscone Center is San Francisco, California's largest convention and exhibition complex. The complex consists of two main underground halls underneath Yerba Buena Gardens, Moscone North and Moscone South, as well the three-level Moscone West exhibition hall across 4th Street. North, adjacent to the Power Computing Not to be confused with the extant computer hardware company also called Power Computing. Power Computing was a short-lived manufacturer of Apple Macintosh-compatible computers. exhibit; and in the Component 100 Booth No. 3261 Moscone Center North, adjacent to Apple Computer's pavilion. Adrenaline is a software technology innovator, focused on developing next-generation productivity applications that enable computer users to maximize the benefits of Internet interactivity and multimedia-rich content. The company plans to sustain a competitive advantage by continuously leveraging its key strengths: relationships with leading technology vendors; a talented and dedicated employee base; a highly efficient, responsive R&D process and products that bridge today's standards with next-generation technology. "Studies show that software customers consistently rate ease-of-use the single most important factor influencing their software purchase decisions, yet today's productivity software is unnecessarily complex and cumbersome," said Martin Bigonesse, Adrenaline president and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. . "Adrenaline relies on the inherent advantages of component software to achieve the simplicity customers desire. Component architectures enable us to provide applications that feature a smaller footprint, faster performance, interoperability with other components, Internet readiness and a smooth upgrade path." "Adrenaline is an excellent example of a young Macintosh-first developer: bold, creative, and highly committed to meeting the needs of its markets with leading-edge technology," said Heidi Roizen Heidi Roizen (born 1958 in Stanford, California) is a Silicon Valley executive and venture capitalist. She graduated from Stanford University in 1980 with a bachelor's degree in English and earned her MBA from the Stanford University Graduate School of Business three years , vice president, Apple Developer Relations. "Apple is wholly supportive of Adrenaline's mission. We believe there is a strong business proposition for developers who embrace component technology and Apple intends to lead market momentum for next-generation applications built on this model." Product Overview As the "first fruit" of Adrenaline's vision, Numbers & Charts embodies the innovation and elegance the company plans to integrate into its entire product family. Compact yet powerful, Adrenaline Numbers & Charts is a Microsoft Excel-compatible spreadsheet with easy-to-use charting capabilities that overcome the problems associated with traditional spreadsheet and charting software. The application's advanced features let users transform raw numerical data Numerical data (or quantitative data) is data measured or identified on a numerical scale. Numerical data can be analysed using statistical methods, and results can be displayed using tables, charts, histograms and graphs. into stunning, high-impact graphics in a fraction of the time other applications typically require. Numbers & Charts currently is based on OpenDoc(R), a multiple-platform component software architecture that enables applications, utilities and tools to interoperate seamlessly under a consistent interface. Scheduled to ship this month with the latest version of the Macintosh(R) 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. (Mac OS(R) 7.6), OpenDoc is expected to ship for other major platforms later this year. A Windows 95 version of Numbers & Charts is under development. Because Adrenaline Numbers & Charts is OpenDoc-based, it can be used alone, or in combination with any other OpenDoc-based software to create custom business and publishing solutions. The application has particular appeal among those who seek an alternative to Excel's intimidating learning curve, or who wish to extend Excel's functionality by importing legacy spreadsheet data into a more user-friendly graphing and charting environment. Features and Specifications With 149 of the most popular business, statistical and logical functions, Numbers & Charts provides more sophisticated capabilities than spreadsheets in basic integrated software packages Software that combines several applications in one program, typically providing at least word processing, spreadsheet and database management. Presentation graphics, page layout, paint, calendar, address book, e-mail and other applications may also be included. . All functions are easily accessed through an intuitive, on-screen on·screen or on-screen adj. & adv. 1. As shown on a movie, television, or display screen. 2. Within public view; in public. editing palette. Other advancements include easy data and cell formatting, TrueDimensioning(TM) of spreadsheet/work size (in inches, centimeters, pixels, points or picas) and snap-to-grid capabilities that simplify table creation. The charting editor lets users create and update eye-catching 2D and 3D graphics from spreadsheet data with drag-and-drop ease. A special set of on-screen palettes accompanies each chart, making it possible to instantly change visual attributes such as the chart type (e.g. bar, pie, ribbon) colors and typefaces This is a list of typefaces. Serif Here you can find a graphical version of this table.
Adrenaline Numbers & Charts ships ready-to-run on any Power Macintosh See Power Mac. (computer) Power Macintosh - Apple Computer's personal computer based on the PowerPC, introduced on 1994-03-14. Existing 680x0 code (both applications and device drivers) run on Power Macintosh systems without modification via a Motorola 68LC040 emulator. (R)-compatible computer with System 7.5.3. or higher, 16MB of RAM, and at least 5MB of available hard disk space. The 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). includes OpenDoc, QuickDraw 3D(TM) and QuickTime(R) software, along with utilities and documentation needed for a successful user experience. The spreadsheet component accepts data from Microsoft Excel (tool) Microsoft Excel - A spreadsheet program from Microsoft, part of their Microsoft Office suite of productivity tools for Microsoft Windows and Macintosh. Excel is probably the most widely used spreadsheet in the world. Latest version: Excel 97, as of 1997-01-14. 5.0 files and other formats, and saves them as HTML HTML in full HyperText Markup Language Markup language derived from SGML that is used to prepare hypertext documents. Relatively easy for nonprogrammers to master, HTML is the language used for documents on the World Wide Web. , DIF (1) (Data Interchange Format) A standard file format for spreadsheet and other data structured in row and column form. Originally developed for VisiCalc, DIF is now under Lotus' jurisdiction. , SYLK or tab-separated text. The charting component imports data from Adrenaline Numbers or any tab-separated text files, and saves them in PICT, QuickTime(TM) or 3DMF (Distribution Media Format) A floppy disk format from Microsoft that was used to distribute its software. DMF floppies compressed more data (1.7MB) onto the 3.5" diskette, and the files could not be copied with normal DOS and Windows commands. A DMF utility had to be used. format. EPS (Encapsulated PostScript) A PostScript file format used to transfer a graphic image between applications and platforms. EPS files contain PostScript code as well as an optional preview image in TIFF, WMF, PICT or EPSI, the latter being an ASCII-only format. , TIFF and other import/export formats are planned for future versions. Availability and Price Expected to ship in February, Adrenaline Numbers & Charts will be available as a standalone application through retail outlets, computer catalogs, Internet software resellers and directly from the company. The application also will be incorporated into bundles, the first of which -- Component Essentials -- was announced separately today. The suite includes Numbers & Charts, Digital Harbor WAV(TM), Apple Cyberdog(TM) and other OpenDoc-based software. When Numbers & Charts ships, aggressive retail promotions are expected to establish an early street price of about $99 for the standalone version, and less than $150 for the Component Essentials suite. Adrenaline Software Inc. is a privately held company privately held company A firm whose shares are held within a relatively small circle of owners and are not traded publicly. dedicated to designing and delivering next-generation productivity software that helps users maximize the benefits of Internet and multimedia technology. Based in Quebec City, Canada, Adrenaline's home page is located on the World Wide Web at http://www.adrenaline.ca/ -0- NOTE TO EDITORS: Electronic images of the Adrenaline company logo, its founders, and product screen shots are available for downloading from the company's Web site at http://www.adrenaline.ca/press/ Adrenaline, Adrenaline Numbers & Charts and TrueDimensioning are trademarks of Adrenaline Software Inc. Component 100 is a trademark of Digital Harbor, L.C. Apple, the Apple Logo, Mac OS, Macintosh, OpenDoc, Power Macintosh, QuickTime are registered trademarks of Apple Computer Inc. Cyberdog and QuickDraw are trademarks of Apple Computer Inc. All other brand names and companies mentioned are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders and are hereby acknowledged. CONTACT: Stirling & Cohan Inc. Kathy Kruse, 415/513-0979 kkruse@s-c.com |
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