LapLink Embraces Open Source Software; Sets New Performance and Cost Standard for Mobile Access Services.Business Editors CTIA (1) See CompTIA. (2) (Cellular Telecommunications & Internet Association, Washington, DC, www.ctia.org, www.wow-com.com) A membership organization founded in 1984 that is involved with regulatory and public affairs issues in the wireless industry. Wireless 2003 NEW ORLEANS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 17, 2003 Announces 73% Cost Savings and Increased Security over Competitor GoToMyPC(TM) with the debut of LapLink Everywhere(TM) Version 2.0. LapLink Inc. the recognized world leader in file transfer and synchronization announced today at the CTIA Wireless trade show, the release of version 2.0 of the LapLink Everywhere remote and mobile access web service. LapLink Everywhere enables mobile professionals to have complete access to their desktop files and e-mail from anywhere in the world--quickly, easily and securely. With version 2.0, the company is introducing the added benefit of full remote desktop PC access with the introduction of the Free LapLink Secure VNC (Virtual Network Computing) Open source remote control software for accessing host computers from a variety of remote clients. A VNC "server" is the host being accessed, while the VNC "client" is the remote device doing the controlling and viewing. client for Windows. "Up until now, simple and secure remote access to PCs protected by firewalls or home DSL/Cable routers were either highly unsecured and/or incredibly expensive, or required complicated firewall or router configuration. LapLink Everywhere version 2.0 solves this problem at a fraction of the cost as well as providing individuals and IT managers standard and secure options for managing remote and mobile access," said Mark Eppley 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 LapLink, Inc. "In addition, we've added no fewer than 25 new features and updates to our existing e-mail, calendar, contact, forms, database, and file transfer options available to any phone, 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). , Notebook, or Desktop PC users.... and now most of these features are available to customers even if they do not use Microsoft Outlook For the e-mail and news client bundled with certain versions of Microsoft Windows, see . Microsoft Outlook or Outlook (full name Microsoft Office Outlook or Outlook Express." LapLink Everywhere, the first and still only device and application independent mobile web access service, offers the ability to access all of your information from up to three computers from any browser-enabled device - phone, PDA, Internet terminal, PC or an Apple Macintosh Apple Macintosh - Macintosh . New in version 2.0 are a wealth of new capabilities including the following: -- Remote Desktop PC Access - full browser based remote control for up to 3 separate PCs using the new LapLink Secure VNC client software. LapLink has added Windows SSL support to the open source and well-accepted VNC remote control product as well as engineering its use thru the LapLink Everywhere secure network. The LapLink Secure VNC client is available free of charge to use standalone and one hour access service per month to the LapLink Everywhere network is included for the same low cost of $9.95 monthly or $89.95 per year with the existing LapLink Everywhere basic service option. Unlimited access to Remote Desktop is only $4.95 per month or $29.95 per year as an introductory offer. -- Remote Desktop, File transfer, Remote Forms, and Database access are available WITHOUT the previous requirement of having Microsoft Outlook or Outlook Expressed installed. -- Enhanced PDA support for all new Internet enabled phones and PDA devices. -- Support for archive and public folders in Microsoft Outlook. -- Enhanced file transfer options affecting performance, direct folder access, and unattended automatic logoff after large file transfer sessions. -- Simplified user interface and increased performance. -- And many more improvements... "We have tried many services for remote customer demonstrations of our market data products. Our primary customers are in the financial industry, and many of them have network security set-ups that restrict online access. We have found the LapLink Secure VNC remote desktop feature, with its zero footprint, to be an effective and secure approach that is accepted by our customers. This means our sales team can focus on selling rather than technical issues," said Madeline Duva, Vice President of Business Development for Revere Revere, city (1990 pop. 42,786), Suffolk co., E Mass., a residential suburb of Boston, on Massachusetts Bay; settled c.1630, set off from Chelsea and named for Paul Revere 1871, inc. as a city 1914. , a fast-growing provider of integrated market data and research products. LapLink Everywhere offers "Zero Footprint" remote access to any Internet-connected PC from a laptop, another desktop, Web phone, PDA, Internet cafe The high-tech equivalent of the coffee house. However, instead of playing chess or having heated political discussions, you browse the Internet and discuss the latest technology. CDs, DVDs, games and other "cyber stuff" are also generally available. , or airport kiosk - allowing you to do confidential work from any device without leaving behind your personal files on the device. As long as there is a fully functioning web browser The program that serves as your front end to the Web on the Internet. In order to view a site, you type its address (URL) into the browser's Location field; for example, www.computerlanguage.com, and the home page of that site is downloaded to you. , the operating system operating system (OS) Software that controls the operation of a computer, directs the input and output of data, keeps track of files, and controls the processing of computer programs. of the remote device or computer does not need to match the home/office based PC. File transfer options use the classic LapLink split screen design and transfer files of any size using a simple, but fast, drag and drop A graphical user interface (GUI) capability that lets you perform operations by moving the icon of an object with the mouse into another window or onto another icon. For example, files can be copied or moved by dragging them from one folder to another. method. File updates are dramatically faster by employing LapLink's patented "SpeedSync" file updating technologies, which only transfer the changes to an updated file, thus saving significant time and bandwidth. Remote access of Outlook and Outlook Express e-mail, calendar and contact files is a key feature, offering the ability to send and receive e-mail and also view attachments. In addition, LapLink Everywhere allows user sharing - giving you the capability to allow other people to view the information you give them access to. Assistants can now access the same calendar while co-workers may be able to access working files. Some of the most sophisticated security features include "MD5" user name/password access, which denies unauthorized client access utilizing SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) The leading security protocol on the Internet. Developed by Netscape, SSL is widely used to do two things: to validate the identity of a Web site and to create an encrypted connection for sending credit card and other personal data. and 128-bit advanced encryption standards. LapLink Everywhere is available for $89.95 for 12 months, $24.95 for 3 months or $9.95 per month and can be downloaded from the LapLink website (www.laplink.com) or can be ordered by calling (800) 343-8080. Version 2.0 provides for 1 hour per month of the new remote desktop PC service for this same price. Unlimited monthly remote desktop PC access is $4.95 per month or $29.95 per year for access up to 3 separate computers. LapLink is offering a free 15-day unlimited trial without requiring trial users to input a credit card number available at www.laplink.com. About LapLink Inc. LapLink celebrates 20 years as an established leader in the development of file transfer and synchronization technology. LapLink has earned the trust of more than 15 million customers worldwide who transfer millions of files per week. LapLink has released fourteen generations of award winning file transfer and synchronization products. In addition, LapLink is the developer and exclusive patent-holder of SpeedSync technology. LapLink is a privately held company privately held company A firm whose shares are held within a relatively small circle of owners and are not traded publicly. headquartered in Bothell, Washington Bothell is a city located in the state of Washington. The population was 30,150 at the time of the 2000 census. Prior to annexation and the 2000 census, the northern portions of Bothell which lie in Snohomish County were considered a part of the Alderwood Manor-Bothell North with international sales offices in Europe, Latin America Latin America, the Spanish-speaking, Portuguese-speaking, and French-speaking countries (except Canada) of North America, South America, Central America, and the West Indies. and the Asia-Pacific region. LapLink products are available through its Web site at www.laplink.com or most retail outlets including CompUSA, Staples, Office Depot Office Depot (NYSE: ODP) is one of the world's leading suppliers of office products and services. The Company's selection of brand name office supplies includes business machines, computers, computer software and office furniture, while its business services encompass copying, , and Fry's Electronics. |
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