ScanSoft Introduces TextBridge Pro Millennium Business Edition; OCR Product Offers Improved PDF Output and Memory Management.Business/Technology Editors PEABODY, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 12, 2000 ScanSoft(R), Inc. (Nasdaq:SSFT SSFT Secure Socket File Transfer ), today announced the availability of TextBridge(R) Pro Millennium Business Edition, the latest version of the company's Optical Character Recognition optical character recognition (OCR), method for the machine-reading of typeset, typed, and, in some cases, hand-printed letters, numbers, and symbols using optical sensing and a computer. (OCR OCR in full optical character recognition Scanning and comparison technique intended to identify printed text or numerical data. It avoids the need to retype already printed material for data entry. ) software designed to enable businesses to convert paper documents into electronic files that can be edited. This new release offers a 27% improvement in PDF file See PDF. compression as well as improved memory management, making it the ideal solution for any paper-intensive organization wishing to effectively integrate paper into the electronic workflow. In addition, TextBridge Pro Millennium Business Edition has passed Microsoft's stringent testing requirements and received the "Certified for Windows 2000" logo. As organizations become increasingly digital, vast amounts of existing paper must be converted to an electronic format in order to fit into the digital workflow In print publishing, using the computer to lay out text and illustrations prior to creating film negatives for every page or going directly to plate. Prior to digital workflow, the typesetting and pre-press stages were far more time consuming and labor-intensive. . Documents, forms and images need to be stored electronically, shared via e-mail and posted on the Web. PDF (Portable Document Format) The de facto standard for document publishing from Adobe. On the Web, there are countless brochures, data sheets, white papers and technical manuals in the PDF format. (Portable Document Format (file format) Portable Document Format - (PDF) The native file format for Adobe Systems' Acrobat. PDF is the file format for representing documents in a manner that is independent of the original application software, hardware, and operating system used to create those documents. ) has become the standard for most organizations to digitally publish paper-based information. A high speed, highly accurate paper-to-PDF generator and OCR product, TextBridge Millennium Business Edition is the ideal solution for companies of any size who need to incorporate large amounts of paper into the digital workflow. Additionally, TextBridge Millennium Business Edition's ability to output to Web-friendly formats such as PDF and WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get) Pronounced "wiz-ee-wig." It refers to displaying text and graphics on screen the same as they will print on paper or display on a Web page. HTML HTML in full HyperText Markup Language Markup language derived from SGML that is used to prepare hypertext documents. Relatively easy for nonprogrammers to master, HTML is the language used for documents on the World Wide Web. makes it an optimal solution for businesses creating online content from paper. "Paper is still a primary information source for companies, although the vast majority operate in an electronic environment," said John Hoye, ScanSoft's Director of Product Marketing. "TextBridge Pro Millennium Business Edition is a mission-critical solution for any business that wishes to tap valuable content in various paper-based information - including documents, forms, tables, graphics, photos and images - for use electronically." Companies in paper-intensive industries, including the legal, healthcare, pharmaceutical and education fields, as well as government entities, will find TextBridge Pro Millennium Business Edition particularly advantageous due to its ability to efficiently convert large amounts of paper into PDF files. Once the information is published to a PDF format, it is easy to archive, search on, retrieve and share throughout the organization on the network, corporate intranet or via the Web. TextBridge Millennium Business Edition is priced at $499 and provides the capabilities to convert an unlimited number of pages to PDF, making it a cost-effective solution. TextBridge Pro Millennium Business Edition: An Ideal OCR Solution for Corporate Users Improved PDF Output The newest version of TextBridge Pro Millennium Business Edition offers users a 27% improvement in the quality of PDF output files over the previous version, particularly those with graphics and photos. The PDF files are smaller, improving picture display capabilities. TextBridge Pro Millennium Business Edition generates three universally recognized PDF formats: PDF Normal, PDF Image Only and PDF Image + Text, the most common format for displaying images converted from paper-based documents. TextBridge Pro Millennium Business Edition also outputs to a number of other formats, including HTML, WYSIWYG HTML, Word, Excel and ASCII ASCII or American Standard Code for Information Interchange, a set of codes used to represent letters, numbers, a few symbols, and control characters. Originally designed for teletype operations, it has found wide application in computers. . Improved Memory Management TextBridge Pro Millennium Business Edition provides flexibility for business users who need to convert large documents containing many pages into an electronic format. A temporary file location can be designated by the user to avoid space problems when processing large documents. Live Updates A unique addition to TextBridge Pro Millennium Business Edition is ScanSoft's new "Live Updates" technology, a seamlessly integrated feature that delivers updates directly to users' desktops via the Internet. Users can be assured of receiving the latest product enhancements, including scanner drivers and output filters as they are introduced. Certified for Windows 2000 and Improved Instant Access TextBridge Pro Millennium Business Edition passed the stringent requirements set by Microsoft to achieve Windows 2000 certification. Windows 2000 certification ensures that TextBridge Pro Millennium Business Edition users can easily migrate to the latest edition of the Windows 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. . TextBridge Pro Millennium Business Edition supports Microsoft Office Microsoft's primary desktop applications for Windows and Mac. Depending on the package, it includes some combination of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook along with various Internet and other utilities. 2000, including the Premium edition, through export format support and improved "Instant Access" integration. TextBridge Pro Millennium Business Edition also runs on Windows 95, 98 and NT platforms. An improved "Instant Access" feature allows users to run TextBridge Pro Millennium Business Edition within popular Windows applications 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. . About TextBridge Pro Millennium Business Edition -- Proven accuracy of better than 99% using ScanSoft's highly accurate recognition engine: the same engine licensed by Microsoft. -- Exclusive Accumorph(TM) technology recognizes and visually repairs degraded de·grad·ed adj. 1. Reduced in rank, dignity, or esteem. 2. Having been corrupted or depraved. 3. Having been reduced in quality or value. characters on poor quality documents. -- Recognition of 56 languages: ideal for overseas offices that need to scan documents in their native language. -- Retains color pictures, graphics, illustrations and artwork and accurately places them into the digital document maintaining the look and feel of the original. -- "Instant Access" feature allows users to run TextBridge Pro within another application, including word processing word processing, use of a computer program or a dedicated hardware and software package to write, edit, format, and print a document. Text is most commonly entered using a keyboard similar to a typewriter's, although handwritten input (see pen-based computer) and , spreadsheets and other text-based applications. -- PageMirror(TM) technology retains the look and format of the scanned document. Columns, tables, charts and color photos appear true to the original document. -- Intuitive, user-friendly interface makes scanning simple: send results to MS Word, MS Excel, a supported 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. or an e-mail application with a single click of a button. -- WYSIWYG HTML formatting allows TextBridge Pro users to automatically turn paper into Web pages while maintaining documents' original layout. Price and Availability TextBridge Pro Millennium Business Edition is immediately available and can be purchased on CD or for download directly from ScanSoft by calling (888) 345-6203, or by visiting www.scansoft.com, as well as through the following electronic resellers: www.buy.com, www.beyond.com, www.amazon.com, www.computers4sure.com and www.outpost.com. TextBridge Pro Millennium Business Edition can also be purchased from major software catalog vendors, including CDW CDW - data warehouse , Insight, MicroWarehouse and PC Connection. The estimated street price of TextBridge Pro Millennium Business Edition is $499.00 for the full version. Registered TextBridge Pro Business Edition customers can purchase an upgrade to TextBridge Pro Millennium Business Edition for $199.00. To take advantage of this offer, please visit www.scansoft.com or call (888) 345-6203. About ScanSoft, Inc. Headquartered in Peabody, MA, ScanSoft, Inc. (NASDAQ: SSFT) is the leading developer of digital imaging software that enables users to leverage the power of their scanners, digital cameras and other electronic devices. ScanSoft's award-winning product line - Paper Converter(TM), Pagis(R) Pro, TextBridge(R) Pro, PaperPort(R) Deluxe(TM), OmniPage Pro(R), OmniForm(R), OmniPage Pro Scan Suite Plus(TM), ImageAXS(TM), PageKeeper(R), Kai's PhotoSoap2(TM), Kai's SuperGoo(TM), Kai's PowerShow(TM), and PhotoFactory(TM) - enables users to capture, recognize, edit, manage and share documents and photos electronically by taking advantage of ScanSoft's cutting-edge technology. ScanSoft has established numerous strategic partnerships with the industry's leading scanner and multifunction vendors to deliver the most comprehensive and cost-effective solutions to its customers. Vendors who have chosen ScanSoft's cutting-edge OCR technologies to incorporate into their own product offerings include Brother, Canon, Epson, Fujitsu, Hewlett-Packard, Lotus, Microtek, Mustek, Primax, Sharp, Symantec, Visioneer, Xerox and others. ScanSoft's leading OCR technology was recently licensed by Microsoft for use in future products. ScanSoft continues to cultivate and develop strategic partnerships to deliver the most comprehensive and cost-effective solutions for its customers. ScanSoft software is sold and marketed worldwide through retail, dealer and OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) The rebranding of equipment and selling it. The term initially referred to the company that made the products (the "original" manufacturer), but eventually became widely used to refer to the organization that buys the products and channels and the Internet, capturing the consumer, small office/home office See SOHO. (SOHO Soho (sōhō`, sə–), district of Westminster, London, England, known for its continental restaurants. Once a fashionable quarter, it became popular among writers and artists in the 19th cent. ) and corporate markets. There are approximately 6 million registered users of ScanSoft products. ScanSoft can be found on the Web at www.scansoft.com. Except for the historical information contained herein, the matters set forth in this press release, including, but not limited to, statements as to the features, perceived benefits and availability of TextBridge Pro Millennium Business Edition, are forward-looking statements forward-looking statement A projected financial statement based on management expectations. A forward-looking statement involves risks with regard to the accuracy of assumptions underlying the projections. within the meaning of the "safe harbor Safe Harbor 1. A legal provision to reduce or eliminate liability as long as good faith is demonstrated. 2. A form of shark repellent implemented by a target company acquiring a business that is so poorly regulated that the target itself is less attractive. " provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (PSLRA) implemented several significant substantive changes affecting certain cases brought under the federal securities laws, including changes related to pleading, discovery, liability, class representation and awards fees and of 1995. These forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially, including the market acceptance of TextBridge Pro Millennium Business Edition, the impact of competitive products, and other risks detailed from time to time in ScanSoft's SEC reports. ScanSoft disclaims any intent or obligation to update these forward-looking statements. TextBridge, Paper Converter, Pagis, PaperPort, PaperPort Deluxe, Scanner Suite, OmniPage, OmniForm, OmniForm Internet Publisher, PageKeeper, Smart Folders and Folder Watch are registered trademarks or trademarks of ScanSoft, Inc. ImageAXS is a trademark of Digital Arts & Sciences Corporation. All other trademarks and trade names are hereby recognized and may be registered to their respective holders. |
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