QUANTUM ATL RAISES THE BAR FOR REMOTE SITE BACKUP.
On September 28, Quantum ATL (Active Template Library) A set of software routines from Microsoft that provide the basic framework for creating ActiveX and COM objects. Stemming from the standard template library (STL) that comes with C++ compilers, ATL includes an object wizard that sets up put it up a notch by introducing LANvault, an integrated solution for remote site backup that combines local backup and central management with a customer service web portal See portal. . Actually, it could just as easily be named KISS because it's designed to keep complexity out of the sweaty hands of the non-techie user. If he can plug it, he can play it. LANvault is simple as 1-2-3. 1) turnkey local backup package: dedicated NT server; DLTtape library; ARCserve IT or BackupExec software; 2) central management console A terminal or workstation used to monitor and control a network. See Microsoft Management Console. for network configuration, disaster recovery, system monitoring, and backup execution; 3) Web portal maintained by ATL for registration, configuration management and communication. ATL calculates that this adds up to dramatically reduced TCO (1) (Total Cost of Ownership) The cost of using a computer. It includes the cost of the hardware, software and upgrades as well as the cost of the inhouse staff and/or consultants that provide training and technical support. See ROI. . Maybe you've had enough acronyms in this article already, but here's one set that will come in handy--www.atlp.com. It's not a leap of faith, but of information.
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