Watergate Software Provides Technology To Attest Systems; Watergate's PC-Doctor System Information Modules Being Integrated Into Attest's GASP Asset and Software Management Tool.EMERYVILLE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 16, 1998--Watergate Software, Inc.(TM) -- the leading 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 supplier of PC hardware diagnostic and system information tools -- today announced that it is currently providing System Information Modules to Attest To solemnly declare verbally or in writing that a particular document or testimony about an event is a true and accurate representation of the facts; to bear witness to. To formally certify by a signature that the signer has been present at the execution of a particular writing so as Systems, Inc.(TM) for integration into its GASP 1. GASP - Graph Algorithm and Software Package. 2. (simulation) GASP - General Activities Simulation Program. 3. (simulation) GASP - General Aerodynamic Simulation Program. 4.01(TM) asset and software management tool. These System Information Modules, a subset of Watergate's powerful PC-Doctor(TM) suite of diagnostic products, deliver hardware-specific, system inventory information to GASP(TM). This information, when combined with GASP's software inventory capture capabilities, ultimately delivers a comprehensive asset and software management report to users. Financial terms of this technology licensing agreement were not disclosed. Since system administrators rely on GASP technology to effectively manage software ownership and license compliance, determine Year 2000 compatibility, and plan cost-efficient system upgrades and purchases, it is imperative that the information it yields is comprehensive, accurate and meaningful. The System Information Modules provided by Watergate Software enable GASP to do this by delivering an in-depth analysis of system hardware components to GASP seamlessly to end-users. Among the system hardware components addressed by Watergate's System Information Modules are: General Data -0-
-- CPU (including the latest AMD, Cyrix and Intel processors)
-- Memory
-- CD-ROM, DVD, Hard and Floppy Disk Drives
-- Modem
-- SCSI
-- Multimedia Video
-- Sound Card and Speakers
-- Keyboard
-- Joystick
-- Printer
-- Microphone
Motherboard-Specific Data
-- System and BIOS Timers
-- IRQ Controllers
-- DMA Chips
-- RAM Refresh Timing
-- RTC
-- CMOS RAM
-- PCI
-- PCMCIA
-- USB
-0- "We are delighted to be 'on-board' with Attest Systems to bring a new level of computer asset management capabilities to market," said Steve Siltanen, Watergate chief operating officer Chief Operating Officer (COO) The officer of a firm responsible for day-to-day management, usually the president or an executive vice-president. . "The combination of our tested and proven system information tools with Attest's own software management functionality effectively enables the GASP 4.01 to deliver powerful desktop management capabilities to system administrators endeavoring to control their IT environment." "As desktop computing computing - computer within today's corporate environment continues to grow at such a rapid pace, so too does the level of complexity associated with management of those desktops at the enterprise level," said Sandra Segal, Attest Systems director of Sales and Marketing. "It is because of this real-time desktop environment evolution that our GASP 4.01 Asset Management tool is so vital to so many system administrators. In short, it makes the desktop management equation surmountable sur·mount tr.v. sur·mount·ed, sur·mount·ing, sur·mounts 1. To overcome (an obstacle, for example); conquer. 2. To ascend to the top of; climb. 3. a. To place something above; top. . Watergate's contribution to GASP is key to the product's effectiveness and success. Their System Information Modules have clearly allowed us to raise the bar in terms of Asset Tracking and Software Auditing products." PC-Doctor The PC-Doctor product suite is a comprehensive set of diagnostic test and system information tools designed to maximize product quality, service, and support in the most cost effective manner possible. PC-Doctor's unique Modular Core Technology Modular Core Technology (MTC) is a method of software architecture that allows a core set of functions to be quickly assembled into various products. A core of re-usable modular software objects is created that can easily be added to or removed from customized software builds, (TM) (MCT See Microsoft certification. (TM)) contains over 250 test functions optimized for implementation throughout each stage of the product life cycle. Each primary product -- PC-Doctor Factory(TM), PC-Doctor for Windows(TM), PC-Doctor NT(TM), and PC-Doctor Service Center(TM) -- provides a specific diagnostic application of the core technology. As a support tool, PC-Doctor enables the end-user to quickly identify and resolve problems caused by hardware failures or software conflicts. If a technical support engineer is required, PC-Doctor's extensive test data is utilized to isolate the fault for corrective action A corrective action is a change implemented to address a weakness identified in a management system. Normally corrective actions are instigated in response to a customer complaint, abnormal levels if internal nonconformity, nonconformities identified during an internal audit or on the initial call. The optional Remote Module also allows direct system access to remotely run diagnostic tests, transfer files and drivers, run applications, and edit configuration files. Technical support overhead is decreased with lower customer call volume, shorter call times, and faster resolution of system problems with fewer product returns. GASP 4.01 GASP 4.01 inventories software and hardware for PCs running on Microsoft Windows See Windows. (operating system) Microsoft Windows - Microsoft's proprietary window system and user interface software released in 1985 to run on top of MS-DOS. Widely criticised for being too slow (hence "Windoze", "Microsloth Windows") on the machines available then. 3.1x, 95, NT or IBM (International Business Machines Corporation, Armonk, NY, www.ibm.com) The world's largest computer company. IBM's product lines include the S/390 mainframes (zSeries), AS/400 midrange business systems (iSeries), RS/6000 workstations and servers (pSeries), Intel-based servers (xSeries) OS/2. GASP is a highly successful management tool that allows computer system administrators to determine software ownership and licensing compliance, Year 2000 compatibility, and plan cost-effective system upgrades and purchases. GASP was first developed in 1991 to provide an easy and accurate way to audit computer software and to serve as legal evidence in a court of law. It recognizes over 7,500 software programs and is continually updated as new programs and versions are released. Attest Systems, Inc. Attest Systems, Inc., headquartered in San Rafael San Rafael (săn rəfĕl`), residential city (1990 pop. 48,404), seat of Marin co., W Calif., a suburb of San Francisco on the northern shore of San Francisco Bay; inc. 1913. , Calif., is a leading producer of proactive PC asset and software management tools that enable companies to effectively manage technology assets. For more information about Attest products, contact Attest Systems, Inc. at 415/491-7800, or via e-mail at info@gasp.com. Information may also be found on the company's Web site at www.gasp.com. Watergate Software Inc. Founded in 1992, Watergate Software is the leading global developer of hardware diagnostic and system information tools for PC manufacturers and technical service providers. The company manufactures the popular PC-Doctor suite of products -- totaling over 8 million units shipped to date -- delivering the most comprehensive set of trouble shooting capabilities available today while optimizing product quality, support, and service for the computer end-user. Watergate products are widely employed by the industry's leading computer manufacturers including IBM PC A PC made by IBM. IBM created the PC industry in 1981 when it introduced its first model with 16KB of RAM. However, it was way off in its estimates, projecting that 250,000 units would be sold in the first five years. In fact, about three million IBM PCs were sold in that period. Co., Acer Acer trees of the family Aceraceae. Acer rubrum ingestion of wilted or dries leaves of this tree causes acute hemolytic anemia characterized by red urine, jaundice, anemia and methemoglobinemia in horses. Group, Fujitsu PC & ICL (International Computers Ltd., London) The former name of Fujitsu Services, the European-centered arm of the global Fujitsu Group and one of the leading IT services companies in Europe, the Middle East and Africa. , Hewlett-Packard, Hitachi PC, Lucent Technologies, Packard Bell NEC (Packard Bell, The Netherlands, www.packardbell.com) A major PC manufacturer that is the consumer brand of NEC Computers International and the home computing market leader in the U.K. and much of Western Europe. , Texas Instruments See TI. (company) Texas Instruments - (TI) A US electronics company. A TI engineer, Jack Kilby invented the integrated circuit in 1958. Three TI employees left the company in 1982 to start Compaq. and others. Based in Emeryville, Calif., Watergate maintains sales, support and development offices in Helsinki, Finland and Taipei, Taiwan. Further information about Watergate Software and PC-Doctor products can be obtained on the world wide web at http://www.ws.com. -0- Note to Editors: Watergate Software and PC-Doctor are trademarks of Watergate Software, Inc., Emeryville, Calif. Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. (c) Copyright 1998 Watergate Software, Inc. All rights reserved. CONTACTS: Watergate Software, Inc. Marie Travers, 510/596-2081 marie@ws.com or EnterComm Robert Faulkner, 415/440-8100 robf@entercomm.com |
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