Corsoft Launches Plug2Net, Providing Internet Access for Palm Powered Device Users Traveling Outside Cellular Network or Without Wireless Capabilities.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers SAN MATEO San Mateo (săn mətā`ō), city (1990 pop. 85,486), San Mateo co., W Calif., on San Francisco Bay; inc. 1894. It is a commercial and retail center with some high-technology manufacturing. San Mateo, Spanish for St. , Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 27, 2003 Corsoft Corp. announces the launch of Plug2Net, a complete solution--including Palm OS software, Windows PC An x86-based computer that runs some version of Windows. See x86 and Windows. software and a small portable adapter--used by mobile professionals to access the Internet with their Palm Powered(TM) devices. Plug2Net provides a simple answer to the challenges faced by those who travel with a device not equipped with a wireless connection. It even enables those with smartphones (PDA/cellular phone combination) to access email and surf the Internet while traveling outside of their cellular provider's network area. Mobile professionals often need to access the Internet to obtain and manage information while on-the-go. Wireless connectivity options often restrict users to limited territories and lack ubiquitous coverage within those areas leading to loss of coverage, or difficulties in accessing and managing data. Corsoft developed the Plug2Net solution as a supplemental access to Internet data regardless of cellular service to enable users of devices not equipped for wireless connectivity to access the Internet using an infrared adapter A device that allows one system to connect to and work with another. An adapter is often a simple circuit that converts one set of signals to another; however, the term often refers to devices which are more accurately called "controllers. (plugged into the USB port A USB socket on a computer or peripheral device into which a USB cable is plugged. See USB. of a Windows PC) or via a serial interface. "Plug2Net is an elegant solution that enables Palm Powered users to access the Internet and email easily," said Larry Berkin, director of developer marketing, for PalmSource. "Corsoft has used their expertise in mobile messaging to create a simple-to-use product that leverages the flexibility of Palm OS to give mobile professionals access to their data while on the go." From any Internet-connected Windows PC, users can download the Plug2Net desktop software from Corsoft's Web site (www.corsoft.com) and within minutes will be able to access email, browse the Internet or manage corporate data using infrared beaming or serial interface via the PC. The pass-through connection via the desktop software enacts security controls--essentially acting as the mobile devices' Internet Service Provider Internet service provider (ISP) Company that provides Internet connections and services to individuals and organizations. For a monthly fee, ISPs provide computer users with a connection to their site (see data transmission), as well as a log-in name and password. . With a simplified point-to-point connectivity, Plug2Net provides supplemental access to the Internet. Users of non-wireless PDAs can leverage the Internet connectivity of their cell phones to connect to the Internet by using either a serial or infrared interface. This capability allows users to access the Internet with their PDAs at times when they are traveling and a PC is not available. Plug2Net provides one-tap connection to most cellular carriers in the U.S. with an option to define custom configuration. The phone interface provides users with simplified dial-up connectivity. The Plug2Net adapter is a very small (thumb-sized) device with an infrared port A transmitter/receiver for infrared signals. See IrDA and IR remote control. and includes a retractable re·tract v. re·tract·ed, re·tract·ing, re·tracts v.tr. 1. To take back; disavow: refused to retract the statement. 2. cable. The adapter simply attaches to the USB port on any Internet-connected Windows PC. The thumb-sized Plug2Net adapter is only 1.8" x 0.7" x 0.3" and the entire Plug2Net solution is available for US$99.95, including one year of Corsoft's Aileron aileron: see airfoil; airplane. email application for free (a $49.95 value). A Bluetooth-enabled version is being developed and will be commercially available in the near future. About Corsoft Corporation Corsoft Corporation is the leading provider of wireless software solutions enhancing business productivity for mobile professionals. Today, Corsoft provides a comprehensive suite of business quality messaging solutions that enable mail management (including attachments) for corporate and personal mailboxes with a secure unified mailbox A simulated mailbox in the computer that holds e-mail messages. Mailboxes are stored on disk as a file of messages, a database of messages or as an individual file for each message. The standard mailboxes are usually In, Out, Trash and Junk (Spam). on all Personal Digital Assistant (PDA (Personal Digital Assistant) A handheld computer for managing contacts, appointments and tasks. It typically includes a name and address database, calendar, to-do list and note taker, which are the functions in a personal information manager (see PIM). ) and mobile phone devices that operate on the Palm OS, regardless of wireless coverage. For more information, please visit the company's Web site at www.corsoft.com. |
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