Alpha Software Unveils System Selector, The Easiest Way to Run Multiple Operating Systems on One PC.BURLINGTON, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 17, 1997-- Powerful New Utility Endows PC with Multiple Personalities; Unique Security Feature Ensures System Integrity, Fosters Upgrade to Windows 98 When it comes to dealing with multiple operating systems Operating systems can be categorized by technology, ownership, licensing, working state, usage, and by many other characteristics. In practice, many of these groupings may overlap. , peaceful coexistence Peaceful coexistence was a theory developed during the Cold War among Communist states that they could peacefully coexist with capitalist states. This was in contrast to theories, such as those implied by some interpretations of antagonistic contradiction, that Communism and is usually more like science fiction: worlds collide and aliens tend to corrupt even the most robust host. Alpha Software Corporation, a subsidiary of SoftQuad International Inc. (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on :SWEBF; TSE See Tokyo Stock Exchange. TSE 1. See Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE). 2. See Toronto Stock Exchange (TSE). :SKI), today introduced System Selector, a powerful utility that enables multiple operating systems to coexist peacefully and with ease on a single PC. System Selector permits users to install and run multiple operating systems on one PC, with complete safety and full functionality. System Selector lets users run more than 100 different operating systems on a PC, from 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. and SCO UNIX An enhanced version of Unix System V Release 3.2 for Intel processors from SCO. In 1989, SCO Unix was introduced as a major upgrade to SCO XENIX with more security, networking and standards conformance. to NeXT Step, Pick and Solaris - even Windows 98. Or, users can install and run two or more versions of the same 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. . Multiple copies of Windows 95, for example, can be resident for various purposes, with full security against unauthorized access to each implementation. "System Selector literally gives your PC multiple personalities," said Richard Rabins, 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. , Alpha Software Corporation. "The program is perfect for anyone who wants to run Windows 95, Windows 3.1 and Windows 98 on the same computer. Given the amount of disk space at the typical user's disposal, the demand to run multiple operating systems is increasing - and System Selector now makes it feasible to do so. Better still, you don't have to choose among operating systems - you can now run them all." With System Selector, a user can rely on Windows 95 for Internet access and e-mail, a second copy of Windows 95 for critical database or spreadsheet work, DOS for games, and UNIX UNIX Operating system for digital computers, developed by Ken Thompson of Bell Laboratories in 1969. It was initially designed for a single user (the name was a pun on the earlier operating system Multics). for Web site design or system administration. In this way, System Selector makes it possible to keep and use favorite applications, or try out new applications, that require different operating environments - without having to commit to just one. Because each operating system works independently, a problem with one - such as a virus infection - will not affect the others. System Selector provides the perfect way to upgrade to Windows 98 while maintaining the security of your other operating systems. System Selector's exclusive Multi-Tiered OS Security feature protects all copies of individual operating systems, boot options, and setup preferences. Each operating system can be password protected to restrict access by unauthorized users. System Selector uses no resident memory. With a suggested retail price of $39.95, System Selector is available at computer specialty retailers and office superstores throughout North America. Program requirements include any 8086 compatible PC, DOS or Windows 95 to install, a CD ROM drive, and 1MB available disk space. About Alpha Software Corporation Alpha Software Corporation (Alpha, Alpha Software), based in Burlington, Mass., and SoftQuad Inc. (SoftQuad), based in Toronto, Canada, are wholly-owned operating companies of SoftQuad International Inc. The mission of Alpha Software Corporation is two-fold. Expanding on its tradition of providing solution-based software, Alpha now develops and publishes a diverse array of leading products in the utility, business and consumer software categories. These products are sold nationwide through the retail channel. Additionally, in a move to influence the direction of the Internet, Alpha Software is developing "thin-client" end-user Web database products under the WebFiler(TM) DB brand (http://www.webfiler.com/). SoftQuad Inc. provides a broad range of multi-platform, standards-based software tools that help information creators, gatherers and providers create and publish information. SoftQuad is a founding member and active participant in the World Wide Web Consortium, the Internet Engineering Task Force (c/o Corporation for National Research Initiatives (CNRI), Reston, VA, www.ietf.org) Founded in 1986, the IETF is a non-membership, open, voluntary standards organization dedicated to identifying problems and opportunities in IP data networks and proposing technical solutions to the and Editorial Review Boards. SoftQuad International Inc.'s European operations are based in London. -0- SoftQuad's press material can be accessed at http://www.softquad.com/press/ and through Newsdesk International at http://www.newsdesk.com or 1-800-636-6092. -0- Forward-looking statements in this release are made pursuant to the safe harbor Safe Harbor 1. A legal provision to reduce or eliminate liability as long as good faith is demonstrated. 2. A form of shark repellent implemented by a target company acquiring a business that is so poorly regulated that the target itself is less attractive. provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (PSLRA) implemented several significant substantive changes affecting certain cases brought under the federal securities laws, including changes related to pleading, discovery, liability, class representation and awards fees and of 1995. Investors are cautioned that all forward-looking statements involve risk and uncertainties, including without limitation risks of intellectual property rights and litigation An action brought in court to enforce a particular right. The act or process of bringing a lawsuit in and of itself; a judicial contest; any dispute. When a person begins a civil lawsuit, the person enters into a process called litigation. , risks in technology development and commercialization, risks in product development and market acceptance of and demand for the Company's products, risks of downturns in economic conditions generally, risks associated with competition and competitive pricing pressures, risks associated with foreign sales, risks associates with the sell-through of products in the sales channels, risks associated with customer concentration and other risks detailed in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. CONTACT: Alpha Software Corporation Tracey Graham (781) 229-2924 ext. 215 press@alphasoftware.com or Edge Communications, Inc. Ken Greenberg (818) 591-1173 keng@idt.net or Investor relations Investor relations The process by which the corporation communicates with its investors. inquiries: SoftQuad International Inc. Steven Schneider (781) 229-2924 investor@softquad.com |
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