CE Software Outlines Future of QuickMail, The Standard in MacOS Messaging; New Upgrade Subscription Plan Guarantees Customers Free Upgrades Through '96.

WEST DES MOINES, Iowa--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 7, 1995--CE Software today rolled out its product plans for the next three version of QuickMail. In conjunction with the roll-out, CE Software introduced a subscription plan whereby current customers pay a one time fee of $6.25 per user and receive all three upgrades.

"Because our customers depend heavily on QuickMail to conduct business everyday, it is absolutely critical for them to know what direction CE Software is taking the product," said Ford Goodman, president and CEO of CE Software. "To best meet our customers' needs, and better assist them in planning their business, we developed the QuickMail Product Road Map. We realize it is risky for a vendor to outline specific feature sets and timelines for future releases, however this is what out customers asked for -- so we delivered."

QuickMail 3.5 To Ship In August '95

The first QuickMail upgrade will come in August when CE Software ships version 3.5. QuickMail 3.5 will include a gateway connecting QuickMail to America Online, the number one on-line service. QuickMail 3.5 users will also receive a 10-user Internet Sampler Pak in every box. This nonstackable UNIX-to-UNIX Copy Protocol (UUCP) InterCall Internet gateway will allow up to ten QuickMail users to test drive the Information Highway before connecting their entire site.

In version 3.5 CE Software has added a Server-based MailManager, off loading mail management activities including reply, forward, file and delete to the server. The Server-based MailManager will enable users to have their mail handled automatically even when they shut-down their computers or take them off-line. In this release drag and drop functionality has been added to QuickMail 3.5 allowing users to print, file, save and delete messages using this intuitive technology. QuickMail 3.5 also fully supports stylized text enabling users to modify the font size, style, and color attributes of text within any QuickMail message. Plus QuickConference, an on-screen conferencing tool, will allow users to keep an active line of communication on their desktop all day. As a stand-alone messaging application, QuickConference enables users to conveniently hold "on-line" chats with groups or individuals across the network.

With the release of version 3.5, CE Software will also strengthen QuickMail's security, adding a new password module delivering administrators the ability to control password lengths, and enable them to establish mandatory alphanumeric passwords, and set password-aging criteria. Moreover, QuickMail 3.5's enhanced Mail Authentication Tool (MAT) will provide administrators greater control over server space. Now QuickMail administrators will have the ability to delete all mail, previously read mail, or mail that is older than a specified date thus freeing up additional server space when necessary.

Delivery of Version 3.7 Slated For December '95

In version 3.7, shipping in December '95, CE Software will deliver seamless remote communications to both Macintosh and Windows users. QuickMail 3.7 will be complemented by an all new Telcom Server. This PowerPC native application will provide enhanced remote access, with support for multiple modem connections and simultaneous dial-in connections. TCP/IP access through MacTCP will also be supported. To maximize network band-width, automatic data compression for attached files and enclosures for both Macintosh and Windows clients will also be added. With data compression, users will be able to attach and compress an unlimited number of files and folders to their QuickMail messages. With the On-Line/Off-Line functionality offered in version 3.7, Mobile users will be able to use the same client software while on the road or in the office.

CE Software will incorporate additional modem initialization strings in order to support a wider range of modem connections. In this release, users will receive state-of-the-art data communication protocols to provide error-correcting, and high-speed data transfer for remote connections.

QuickMail 4.0 By Spring '96

CE Software will round out its QuickMail product enhancements with version 4.0, shipping in April of '96. In this version the company will deliver administrators a host of mail management and measurement tools that allow administrators to monitor and measure the efficiency of their QuickMail networks. Version 4.0 will support multiple public folders enabling users to create and participate in topical discussion groups. And enhanced QM Forms technology will support more of today's standard graphic formats and colors. Version 4.0 will also bring TCP/IP support to the Windows client eliminating the need for a Windows-based file server, enabling Windows users to connect directly to the Macintosh server.

CE Software Offers Innovative Upgrade Subscription Plans

In order to simplify the upgrade process for administrators and purchasing departments, CE Software has introduced the QuickMail Upgrade Subscription Plan. Similar to a magazine subscription, for a limited time (until August 30, 1995) QuickMail customers make a single payment and receive upgrades free for the remainder of the year. QuickMail 3.0 customers who decide to purchase an Upgrade Subscription Plan pay just $6.25 per user and receive versions 3.5, 3.7, and 4.0.

Customers currently using version 2.6 or below may purchase an Upgrade Subscription for $14.25 per user, and receive versions 3.0, 3.5, 3.7, and 4.0. Over the course of the coming year CE Software will ship version 3.5 in August '95, version 3.7 in December '95 and version 4.0 in April '96.

The Upgrade Subscription Plan is available to any customer of any size, and purchases are made on a serial number by serial number basis. The Upgrade Subscription Plan also applies to any other upgrades offered from the initial subscription date, including any minor updates between releases. After August 30 the Upgrade Subscription Plan will increase to $9.25 per user for customers at version 3.0, and $19.25 for customers at version 2.6 or below.

For only $3 per user, current QuickMail 3.0 customers can upgrade to version 3.5, plus receive version 3.7 at no additional cost. Customers at version 2.6 or below may upgrade to version 3.5 for $13 per user, and receive version 3.7 for free. Customers wishing to take advantage of this offer must respond before September 15.

"Many of our QuickMail sites requested a simple and cost effective means to gain access to upcoming releases," said Goodman. "These customers are excited, and view the Upgrade Subscription program as a way to eliminate their upgrade budgeting worries, and by-pass the multiple purchase order approval processes."

CE Software Inc.

Established in 1981, CE Software Inc., a subsidiary of CE Software Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ/NMS Symbol CESH) develops and markets electronic mail, scheduling and workgroup applications software for Windows/DOS and Macintosh environments. With over 2.8 million users worldwide, CE Software is a leading provider of LAN-based software applications for workgroups. For more information contact, CE Software Inc., 1801 Industrial Circle, West Des Moines, Iowa 50265. Phone [phone] inside the United States. Outside the United States call 515/221-1801.

NOTE: Copyright (C)1995 CE Software Inc. All rights reserved. All brand or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

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