Asymetrix Releases the Neuron Plug-In; Instant Internet access for all ToolBook 4.0 Applications.BELLEVUE, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 7, 1996--Asymetrix Corporation today announced immediate availability of the beta version A pre-shipping release of hardware or software that has gone through alpha test. A beta version of software is supposed to be very close to the final product, but, in practice, it is more a way of getting users to test the software in the first place under real conditions. of the Neuron plug-in, giving internet access See how to access the Internet. to all titles produced with any of the Asymetrix ToolBook 4.0 line. Neuron allows end users to download and play presentations, kiosks, courseware and other multimedia titles produced in ToolBook over the Internet. Because the Neuron plug-in supports external multimedia files, users can access either complete titles or just the relevant portions of titles providing a streaming-like functionality. Multimedia content that is not requested is not downloaded saving the end user time and making the application more responsive. "Unlike other authoring systems, ToolBook uses the page and hyperlinking metaphors exactly like the Web," said Jim Billmaier, 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. of Asymetrix. "This means our customers can quickly re-purpose their applications for the Internet with little or no rework. Our customers will soon see how this technological advantage also allows us to deliver a future version of ToolBook that will take maximum advantage of the Web's capabilities." The beta version of Neuron currently works with 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. 2.0. Asymetrix is planning on extending support to other leading browsers including Microsoft Internet Explorer See Internet Explorer. . The final version of Neuron will be available in June. The entire ToolBook 4.0 line, from basic ToolBook to Multimedia ToolBook - CBT (Computer-Based Training) Using the computer for training and instruction. CBT programs are called "courseware" and provide interactive training sessions for all disciplines. Edition is compatible with Neuron. Free access to the plug-in is available at the Asymetrix Web Site, http://www.asymetrix.com. Asymetrix The Asymetrix Corporation is a leading worldwide provider of learning, decision support, and multimedia authoring tools for the Windows and Internet platforms. Asymetrix products include Multimedia ToolBook, Asymetrix Web 3D, InfoAssistant, InfoModeler, Asymetrix Digital Video Producer, and Asymetrix 3D F/X F/X Effects . Asymetrix is a privately held software company based in Bellevue, Washington, with sales and distribution offices worldwide. The company maintains a Web Site at http://www.asymetrix.com. -0- Note to Editors: Asymetrix, Asymetrix 3D F/X, Digital Video Producer, InfoModeler, Multimedia ToolBook and ToolBook are registered trademarks of Asymetrix Corporation, are registered in the U.S.A. and in certain other countries. Asymetrix Web 3D, InfoAssistant and Neuron are trademarks of Asymetrix Corporation. All other company and/or product names are the property of their respective owners. CONTACT: Asymetrix Corporation Ann Bagley, 206/637-5859 annb@asymetrix.com http://www.asymetrix.com or GCI GCI Ground Circuit Interrupter GCI Getty Conservation Institute GCI Global Commerce Initiative GCI Green Cross International (non-profit international environmental organization) GCI Growth Competitiveness Index GCI Great Cities Institute San Francisco Suzy Bauter, 415/974-6200 sbauter@gcigroup.com |
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