Miramar Systems Announces the Release of `PC MACLAN for Windows NT Version 4.1'.SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 5, 1999-- Latest Edition of the 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. to Mac OS Networking Package Features Enhanced Security Functionality and Improved Compatibility with NT Services for Macintosh Miramar Systems, a leading provider of PC-to-Macintosh networking software  This article is written like a personal reflection or and may require .Please [ improve this article] by rewriting this article in an . , announced today the release of Version 4.1 --the first full upgrade to PC MACLAN for Windows NT, the industry's only complete Windows NT 4.0 server, workstation and Macintosh bi-directional file and printer sharing An operational state in a computer that lets other users in the network copy files and use the printer. See file sharing. connectivity package. New PC MACLAN for Windows NT v4.1 features a more convenient, centralized cen·tral·ize v. cen·tral·ized, cen·tral·iz·ing, cen·tral·iz·es v.tr. 1. To draw into or toward a center; consolidate. 2. security system. Network managers can now administer user and group privileges using the native Windows NT User Manager function. This will save administrators a significant amount of time since they will no longer need to set up Users and Groups within PC MACLAN. Macintosh Resource forks on NTFS (NT File System) An optional file system for Windows NT, 2000 and XP operating systems. NTFS is the more advanced file system, compared to FAT32. It improves performance and is required in order to implement numerous security and administrative features in the OS. volumes are now supported in the upgrade. Additionally, PC MACLAN for Windows NT v4.1 is now completely compatible with NT Services for Mac (SfM), so files can be moved from the NT server using Services for Mac to Miramar's server, and then on to a Mac with no file corruption. NTFS support also makes backing up more efficient by keeping all Mac files together, both the data and the resource fork. With Version 4.1, users also will benefit from having an accurate display of the volume size. Large volume files, such as graphics and databases, are correctly displayed despite the limitations of AppleTalk to accurately interpret their size. User access to PC MACLAN's File and Printer Servers is much simpler than ever. The Print and File server services run in the background and their icon(s) now appear in the System Tray An area on the right side of the Taskbar on the Windows interface used to display the status of various functions, such as speaker volume and modem transmission. Applications also insert icons on the System Tray to give you a quick entrance into either the application itself or some . The need to launch the services is eliminated, as the services will start when the NT machine is booted. Security is thereby enhanced because there is no need to be logged in to run the services. Moving the File and Print Server to the System Tray follows the conventions that Windows NT uses for similar operations. "The enhancements we've included in PC MACLAN for Windows NT Version 4.1 clearly demonstrate our intent to continue to keep in step with the technology within Windows NT," said Neal Rabin, 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 Miramar Systems. "As pre-press professionals continue to migrate to the Windows NT platform, PC MACLAN for Windows NT makes integration in this Mac-centric environment even more simplified with increased functionality. Network administrators will find the new feature set easier to use due to the use of existing NT interface conventions." An upgrade utility is included in PC MACLAN for Windows NT v4.1 that automatically transfers file information and configurations from the previous version. With Version 4.1, users also have the option of registering NT v4.1 directly over the Internet. System Requirements To be used efficiently, all computer software needs certain hardware components or other software resources to be present on a computer system. These pre-requisites are known as (computer) system requirements and are often used as a guideline as opposed to an absolute rule. PC MACLAN for Windows NT v4.1 installs on a Windows NT Workstation 4.0 or NT Server and requires a 486 CPU CPU in full central processing unit Principal component of a digital computer, composed of a control unit, an instruction-decoding unit, and an arithmetic-logic unit. or higher, 16 MB of RAM and 4MB of free disk space. By integrating an AppleShare client and server into the Windows NT environment, it bridges the missing gap between NT Workstations and Macs. It supports most existing 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. software, most cross-platform e-mail packages and many database, fax, tape back-up and Groupware applications. It works with NDIS (Network Driver Interface Specification) A network driver interface from Microsoft. See network driver interface. NDIS - Network Device Interface Specification 3.x or higher compliant adapter cards and with Ethernet and TokenRing network topologies. The U.S. suggested retail price for PC MACLAN for Windows NT Version 4.1 is $249. The upgrade from v4.0 to v4.1 is available direct from Miramar, for $99. It is scheduled for release in March, and will be available through various U.S. and Canadian reseller channels and direct from Miramar. For more information regarding PC MACLAN for Windows NT Version 4.1, contact Miramar Systems by phone (800) 862-2526 or (805) 966-2432, or send an e-mail to sales@miramarsys.com, or visit our website at www.miramarsys.com. Founded in 1989, Miramar Systems(TM) is the leading provider of Macintosh-to-PC software, providing reliable, cost-effective solutions for multi-platform microcomputer integration. Miramar develops, markets and supports software utilities to empower the desktop. The company is located in Santa Barbara, California Santa Barbara is a city in California, United States. It is the county seat of Santa Barbara County, California. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 92,325. at 10 E. Yanonali Street; tel. (805) 966-2432; fax (805) 965-1824; sales@miramarsys.com; www.miramarsys.com. Miramar and PC MACLAN are registered trademarks of Miramar Systems Inc. All other trademarks are registered trademarks of their respective companies. |
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