NextSTART 2.1 Beta Build 1 Available
For registered users running NextSTART, the Winstep 2000 team has released a private beta testing of NextSTART 2.1 Build 1. Many improvements have been made to this version including a new Reserve Screen Space option,
enhancements to our powerful HotSpot technology (such as refined AutoRun and Disable options, Max # of HotSpots increased from 10 to 36, 'Exact Match' options for Window Captions...). It also features more reliable Systray handling, and a Hide/Show App Launch Errors option for users of LiteStep and other alternative shells. Version 2.1 Build 1 also sports many other fixes, changes,
and additions. To get the latest beta, you must be part of the private beta testing that registered users participate in. Visit the NextStart Web Site for more details.
Symantec Releases pcAnywhere 9.20 Public Beta
Symantec Corporation released a public beta of its popular computer access software pcAnwywhere. This program allows users to connect to a remote computer and perform file management tasks, server administration duties, and many other functions. Whether accessing the remote computer via a LAN or the Internet, on the road or just sitting at home, pcAnywhere is a great tool for troubleshooting and helpdesk assistance to resolve the problem quicker. To sign up for the beta test, visit the pcAnywhere 9.20 Public Beta Page.
W3C Adopts Web-Editing Tool Standards
If manufacturers comply with guidelines established today by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C), the international Web-standards advisory organization, it may soon get a lot easier for handicapped people to interact with the Web.
"The Web is not just a place to go to read stuff," said Ian Jacobs, a W3C technical editor who co-edited the W3C recommendation report. "People are supposed to collaborate and participate in it, and everyone should be able to author."
Intel to Premiere 1GHz Chip Amongst Others
At the upcoming semiannual Intel Developers Convention in Palm Springs, California, Intel plans to debute the 32-bit "Willamette" processor capable of "well in excess of 1GHz." Along with this chip, the chip making giant plans on discussing its new Itanium processor, and the new low-end processor codenamed Timna, which combines graphics, sound, and system processing on a single chip.
Willamette is hoping to lead the way in running PCs capitalizing on new broadband technology to connect to the Internet. Intel believes that this new processor technology will be able to handle the streaming digital media and multimedia content that has been made available to individuals via broadband Internet access.
Corel Premieres WordPerfect Office 2000 for Linux
Today at LinuxWorld, Corel officially launched the new WordPerfect Office 2000 Suite for Linux. Stating that "The availability of applications like WordPerfect Office 2000 on the Linux platform will provide users with an end-to-end desktop solution and will accelerate the deployment of Linux for mainstream use," Dr. Michael Cowpland, president and chief executive officer of Corel Corporation was very excited to release pricing and other details to the public.
The Standard version of the suite, available for $109 USD or $149 Canadian, includes the Corel Linux OS based on the Debian 2.2 Kernel, WordPerfect 9.0, and Quattro 9.0, as well as Corel Presentations 9, and CorelCENTRAL 9.
Bug Found in Microsoft's Java Machine
A bug was found in Microsoft's Java Machine this week that allows a potential hacker to steal files from Web visitors by using an embedded Java applet, and a single line of code. This bug affects users running Internet Explorer versions 4, 5, and 5.01 that have the Microsoft Java Machine activated.
By inserting a single line of code into a Java applet embedded into a Web page, a malicious host can make the applet read certain files on the users computer and transfer them to a Web server, or forward them as e-mail attachments.
AOL Being Sued Over Software
A lawsuit filed today in Alexandria, VA claims that AOL 5.0 inhibits the use of other Internet providers on the same computer. Numerous people, as well as competing ISPs, have complained recently that after upgrading to AOL 5.0, the software suddenly interferes with an existing Internet connection through another service. While AOL denies the aligations, the lawsuit was filed under the same federal computer crime laws that attorneys use to prosecute hackers. Keep checking back as the story developes.
Microsoft Names Upcoming Windows
Microsoft has officially announced that the next version of Windows will officially be named Millennium Edition, or Windows Me. Microsoft was quick to end embarrassing rumors that this latest consumer version of Windows, currently code-named Millennium, would be dubbed Windows 98 Third Edition. To clarify that this version of Windows is specifically targeted towards home use, Microsoft made the decision to promote Windows Me as an upgrade for Windows 98. Keep checking back for more details as they arise.
Intel Warns of PIII Shortages in February
Intel has sent a letter throughout its distribution channel outlining its plans for shipping the Xeon 800MHz, and the rest of its processor family. Stating that "We are continuing to ramp production on the [processor] manufacturing process as quickly as possible but Pentium III processor supply will be very limited," especially in February, Intel stressed that supply will be very tight. Intel also outlined a price drop in the Celeron family of processors, beginning on February 27, 2000, as the shipment of the 800MHz PIII for desktops is slated to begin later in the first quarter of this year.
AltaVista to Distribute Search Engine
AltaVista announced today that it will be distributing its search engine to "Affiliate Sites" and rewarding them with 3 cents per click through to the giant portal. This is all part of AltaVista's new "Affiliate Network" program which hopes to attract owners of personal homepages that demonstrate they are functional and updated on a regular basis. In addition to search services, members will also have access to stock quotes and language translation, as well as reports detailing total number of visitors and online advertising click-through rates.
Microsoft Planning Media Player Linux Port
With the expansion of Linux onto a greater number of PCs each week, Microsofts program manager for music and entertainment stated that "We see a need for Unix players and are working in that direction, including Linux." The Macintosh version of Media Player, currently in the works, will have digital rights management software that will allow consumers to backup and store their media. They have not yet decided whether the user will be able to do it themselves or through a secure site.
DOJ Drops Network Solutions Case
The Department of Justice has ended its probe into whether or not Network Solutions, Inc. monopolized the domain name registration market. Beginning in 1997, the DOJ began to probe NSI, while rivals stated that NSI's efforts to add new domain names were not up to par. Earlier this month, a similar probe being conducted in Europe was ended without any actions. Currently, there are more than 100 companies capable of registering domain names for users, including Concentric Network, and PSINet.
More Details Emerge About Free BeOS
Be, Inc. has further outlined the details behind the availability of BeOS for free on the Internet. Coming sometime in mid-to-late February, Version 5 will bring the Be operating system to users without the need to partition the hard drive. While the free version will not contain all components of the enhanced version that can be purchased from the Be Store, it will be fully functional with no time restrictions.
The entire operating system will be contained in a single FAT32 file within Windows, and double-clicking on it will make the system exit Windows, and load BeOS directly from the Windows file structure. To uninstall the operating system, users will simply have to drag it to the recycle bin.
Big Blue Creates XML Standard
Today, IBM released its own XML specifications to Oasis, the nonprofit organization dealing with creating an XML standard. The specification that IBM has provided deals with business-to-business contracts that can be drawn up and executed over the Internet. Dubbed the Trading Partner Agreement Markup Language, IBM hopes that Oasis will make it a standard for all businesses. Composed of various corporations including Sun Microsystems, Oracle, and Microsoft, who released its own set of XML specifications entitled BizTalk earlier this month, Oasis hopes to have a complete set of standards for XML by 2001.
VMWare Version 2.0 Beta
VMware, Inc. released version 2.0 beta of VMware for Linux and Windows NT/2000 last week. This program allows users to run multiple operatings systems on one computer without the need to partition the hard drive. Offering many functions and benefits to each user, VMware is a great tool for developers and users who need to perform specific functions within different operating systems.
VMware allows you to protect and isolate the OS and all applications within the specific operating system as well as undo changes made in a session. It offers full networking capabilities between each operating system, including device and file sharing, along with cut-and-paste options. VMware allows users to rollback applications and manipulate each environment individually, while protecting the data in each of the other systems.
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