Global Village makes entering the Info Age easy with On-Line Discovery.SUNNYVALE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 1, 1995--Global Village Communication Inc. has introduced On-Line Discovery, an integrated online communication suite for new PC users which lets them conveniently sample the most popular online services and the Internet without purchasing and installing multiple products. Providing users with a central location for all of their communication needs, On-Line Discovery combines free trial connection to five online services and the Internet, access to bulletin board services (BBS (1) (Bulletin Board System) A computer system used as an information source and forum for a particular interest group. They were widely used in the U.S. ), and fax and data capabilities -- all in one, easy-to-use screen. "On-Line Discovery gives first-time users the chance to test-drive the Internet and most popular online services to find a package that works best for them," Neil Selvin, 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. , Global Village, said. "What's more, we're allowing them to send faxes, access bulletin board services and transfer files, all from the same easy-to-use interface." Provides a smorgasbord of online services America Online See AOL. , CompuServe, GEnie, NETCOM NETCOM Network Enterprise Technology Command (US Army) NetCom Network Command (information systems) and PRODIGY are all included in the package. To access more than 100 hours of free time on these services, the user simply chooses the appropriate service button to register for the trial period. For individuals who like to keep abreast Verb 1. keep abreast - keep informed; "He kept up on his country's foreign policies" keep up, follow trace, follow - follow, discover, or ascertain the course of development of something; "We must follow closely the economic development is Cuba" ; "trace the of the stock market, On-Line Discovery also comes with complimentary investment software and one month free service from Reuters Money Network. The Reuters package is a highly regarded source of financial information that combines software-based investment advice with an array of online financial information, news and data. Allows connection to the Internet On-Line Discovery provides a simple way to connect to the information-rich Internet with NETCOM's NetCruiser software. Once online, users can peruse pe·ruse tr.v. pe·rused, pe·rus·ing, pe·rus·es To read or examine, typically with great care. [Middle English perusen, to use up : Latin per-, per- the World Wide Web, look up stock quotes to keep track of a personal portfolio, exchange e-mail with family and friends, explore informational databases for school projects or participate in forum discussions on topics ranging from skydiving skydiving Sport of jumping from an airplane at a moderate altitude (e.g., 6,000 ft [1,800 m]) and executing various body maneuvers before pulling the rip cord of a parachute. Competitive events include jumping for style, landing with accuracy, and performing in teams (e.g. to cooking. Simplifies access to bulletin board services Dialing into bulletin board services is also easy with On-Line Discovery, as the package provides an extensive list of bulletin boards from across the country. Users simply click on the appropriate icon to select the BBS of their choice. Connection occurs automatically, eliminating the need to know and understand the proper emulations and protocols required to access the systems. Equipped with faxing capabilities On-Line Discovery is the only online service package that also integrates faxing features. The system lets users send and receive faxes from their desktops or laptops easily and transparently from any Windows application A program that is written to run under Microsoft's Windows operating system. Such applications typically run under all 32-bit versions of Windows, but earlier applications might also run under the 16-bit versions (Windows 3.x) as well. See Windows. . Other fax features include automatically formatted cover sheets, an option to add signatures and company logos, thumbnail view for easy editing and arranging of faxes, a variety of fax editing tools and a personal phonebook that includes both voice and fax numbers. Includes quick dialing buttons The software also comes outfitted with Global Village's exclusive QuickDial feature which furnishes users with programmable buttons for frequently dialed phone numbers. After sampling the various online services and the Internet, the user can customize the interface to display those services and phone/fax numbers which best suit his or her communications needs. Pricing and availability Offered at a suggested retail price of $49.95, On-Line Discovery for Windows is available on diskette The official name for the floppy disk. See floppy disk. diskette - floppy disk and CD-ROM CD-ROM: see compact disc. CD-ROM in full compact disc read-only memory Type of computer storage medium that is read optically (e.g., by a laser). through Global Village's resellers in the United States and Canada. Global Village Communication Inc. Global Village (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 :GVIL) is a leading supplier of integrated communication products and services for personal computer users. The company's industry-acclaimed offerings include the FaxWorks family of fax/voice/data software for Windows, OS/2 and DOS; GlobalFax software for Macintosh; TelePort and PowerPort fax/modems for Macintosh desktop and PowerBook computers; the OneWorld 100 series of fax, remote access and network modem servers for Macintosh networks; the OneWorld 700 series of Internet servers for Windows and Macintosh networks; and GlobalCenter Internet connection service for the OneWorld 700 series. Internet users can visit Global Village via the company's World Wide Web site, "The Village," at URL URL in full Uniform Resource Locator Address of a resource on the Internet. The resource can be any type of file stored on a server, such as a Web page, a text file, a graphics file, or an application program. : "http://www.globalvillage.com." Introduced in January 1995, the site holds a wealth of information on Global Village and its products and provides users with helpful hints on navigating the Internet. For more information, customers can contact Global Village at 800/736-4821. CONTACT: The Bohle Co., Los Angeles Laura Barnoski/Genevieve Haldeman, 310/785-0515 |
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