Bull ISM Adds Integrated Remote PC Control to itsISM/OpenMaster System and Network Management Suite Through New Partnership with UniPress Software.LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 1, 1996--Bull today announced it has added a unique enterprise-level management capability to its ISM/OpenMaster(TM) integrated systems and network management suite: The ability to remotely control both PCs and UNIX systems from within a single management environment. This new ISM See ISM band. capability results from a business partnership with UniPress Software Inc. (Edison, N.J.). UniPress's product, CoSession PC2X, is client/server software that allows remote control of PCs running Windows 3.x Windows 3.x can refer to either an individual or all of the following versions of Microsoft Windows:
(operating system) Windows for Workgroups - (WFW, WFWG) A version of Windows 3.1 which works with a network. Although stand-alone 3. from within an X/Windows environment. Managed PCs use the same CoSession host from Artisoft, Inc. (formerly Triton Technologies, Iselin, N.J.) that is used to manage PC-to-PC connectivity on over 4.5 million PCs installed throughout organizations worldwide. ISM/OpenMaster is Bull's integrated system and network management platform and software suite. With more than 500 customers worldwide, ISM/OpenMaster is the most field-proven, object-based enterprise management platform available today, offering features and applications that competitors only promise to deliver next year. The integration of CoSession PC2X into the ISM/OpenMaster suite enables: o Remote configuration of PCs by systems administrators -- This is particularly useful for managing PCs located in remote areas of the enterprise, or when very short reaction time is required to solve a problem. o Enhanced help-desk troubleshooting -- ISM Trouble Ticketing enhanced with CoSession PC2X will enable hot-line staff to remotely diagnose a problem and demonstrate the correct action to a remote end-user. o Easy access to legacy PC-based management tools -- Existing PC-based configuration applications for legacy equipment can be easily accessed from, and integrated into, an ISM departmental or enterprise management scheme. "The integration of CoSession PC2X further extends ISM's features for managing workgroups across an enterprise," said Denis Denis, king of Portugal: see Diniz. Attal, president of ISM. "It is an ideal complement to our ISM Workgroup Management offering for Novell NetWare (operating system, networking) Novell NetWare - Novell, Inc.'s proprietary networking operating system for the IBM PC. NetWare uses the IPX/SPX, NetBEUI or TCP/IP network protocols. It supports MS-DOS, Microsoft Windows, OS/2, Macintosh and Unix clients. , 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 LAN (Local Area Network) A communications network that serves users within a confined geographical area. The "clients" are the user's workstations typically running Windows, although Mac and Linux clients are also used. Manager/UNIX-based environments." "We are delighted that ISM has recognized the power and value of CoSession PC2X in the context of an enterprise management solution," said Mark Krieger, UniPress president. "It will now be possible for organizations with tens of thousands of PCs to control them remotely from a central point." Pricing and Availability CoSession PC2X is available immediately from Bull. Bull will deliver the fully ISM-integrated version of CoSession PC2X in the second quarter of 1996. Single-user starter pack A starter pack (or starter deck) is a sealed package of cards or figurines, designed to serve as the beginning of a collection, in collectible card games and collectible miniature wargames. Starter packs usually contain a fairly large number of items. is priced at $595, additional 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). clients $495, additional PC hosts $125. Quantity discounts and site license pricing available. ISM is an enterprise platform and software suite for integrated system and network management. Its open, integration framework and growing suite of nearly 50 management tools handle UNIX- and PC-based systems and networks, wide area communications links, proprietary hosts, internetworking devices such as routers, bridges, and hubs, security and applications. ISM automatically detects and corrects system problems before they disrupt company operations, and through its extensive security capabilities, it protects vital data within the managed systems. Through a suite of tightly 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. , ISM controls user access to corporate data, backs up files, schedules jobs, and distributes application software to servers and desktops throughout the network. UniPress Software Background Information UniPress Software Inc. has been creating, distributing and supporting more than just software since 1983. Headquartered in Edison, NJ, UniPress provides solutions through a commitment to development and distribution of UNIX development tools and PC-UNIX connectivity software backed by excellent technical support. UniPress remains committed to global technological advance through its on-line innovations. Contact the company on the Internet at info@unipress.com or http://www.unipress.com/. Bull Background Information Founded in 1992, the ISM business unit is part of Bull's Enterprise Information Systems (EIS (1) (Executive Information System) An information system that consolidates and summarizes ongoing transactions within the organization. It provides top management with all the information it requires at all times from internal and external sources. ) division. Its ISM/OpenMaster software generated about $50 million in revenues in 1995. ISM has operations in the U.S., Europe, and the Far East. The ISM/OpenMaster software suite was recently named one of Data Communications data communications, application of telecommunications technology to the problem of transmitting data, especially to, from, or between computers. In popular usage, it is said that data communications make it possible for one computer to "talk" with another. magazine's Hot Products of 1996. Information about ISM/OpenMaster can be obtained in the U.S. by calling (800) 285-5727 and via the World Wide Web at http://www- ism.bull.com/ism/. With a presence in more than 90 countries, over 25,000 employees and combined revenues of more than $5.4 billion, Bull is one of the world s largest information technology companies and a major systems and technologies integrator, offering a comprehensive range of solutions, services and support capabilities for use in a multivendor environment. -0- All trademarks, service marks and company names are the property of their respective owners. CONTACT: Bill Bradley For other uses, see Bill Bradley (disambiguation) and William Bradley. William Warren "Bill" Bradley (born July 28, 1943) is an American hall of fame basketball player, Rhodes scholar, and former U.S. Bull HN Information Systems Inc. 508/294-5812 b.bradley@ma30.bull.com or Dave Manley Duval Public Relations public relations, activities and policies used to create public interest in a person, idea, product, institution, or business establishment. By its nature, public relations is devoted to serving particular interests by presenting them to the public in the most 617/241-8000 dmanley@duval.com or Maureen Russell UniPress Software 908/287-2100 x934 maureen@unipress.com |
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