MyInternetDesktop.com Offers Free Online File Storage
LIVE FROM INTERNET WORLD - MyInternetDesktop.com, the Internet hotspot for free web-based applications, has added online file storage to its repertoire of services. Offering users 100 MB of virtual hard drive space free of charge, MyInternetDesktop gives users full access to word processing, e-mail, personal calendar, and an array of other applications for business and personal use.
MyInternetDesktop.com separates itself from competition by allowing users to access these services without the need of any downloads or plug-ins, which makes it ideal for mobile appliances and gaming consoles. It does not require an Active-X or Java plug-in, making it truly capable of cross-platform use.
Sun Releases Beta of Star Office for Windows
Sun Microsystems, in its efforts to compete with Microsoft Office in the Windows arena, has announced the availability of Star Office 5.2 beta for download. This version focuses on improving Microsoft Office file type support to make it easy to migrate to the Star Office set of business applications, as well as improved support for importing and exporting to and from MS Office. Over 200 other features have been added to this release, and it can be downloaded from FileForum. Testing runs until April 4, 2000. Visit the Star Office site to learn more about it.
GlobalSCAPE Launches CuteMX and Music Portal
LIVE FROM INTERNET WORLD - GlobalSCAPE, makers of the popular Cute series of applications including CuteFTP, CuteZIP, and CuteHTML, have rejoined the ongoing battle for the file sharing crown. In addition to the final release of CuteMX, their Internet file sharing program, GlobalSCAPE has rolled out a new music portal with information ranging from copyright details to tips for bands trying to catch a break on the Internet music scene.
In development for the past six months, CuteMX offers users an intuitive interface bundled with all the options, which include chatting and real time file lists to avoid broken links. CuteMX allows you to stay in control of who sees you online and who can download from you via its friends and enemies list.
Beta Testers Wanted - AudioGalaxy Satellite Agent
AudioGalaxy has now joined the ranks with Napster, iMesh, Gnutella, and most recently Scour Exchange, to provide its users with a place to search for MP3s over the Internet. After quickly becoming a member and downloading a very small client, users can begin trading and searching for MP3s via the Internet.
The new program, entitled AudioGalaxy Satellite Agent, allows users to perform various types of searches including by artist, and browsing individual agents. Once a song is located, users need simply click the "Get It" link and the download prompt will appear. Users can even give their "satellite" a name, which can range from a full sentence (up to 50 charecters) to nothing at all.
Network Associates Beta Testing Update
Network Associates has informed BetaNews of a few updates to its beta testing program. Although testing for GroupShield Exchange, WebShield, and VirusScan 4.5, they have posted six new UNIX betas. The beta testing of engine 4070 will conclude shortly while the testing for the Netware NLM engine will run for a few more weeks. A Release Candidate for GroupShield Exchange is slated for the 11th of April, and beta testing for GroupShield Domino is set for the end of April. You will be able to download these programs from FileForum when they are released.
America Online a Monopoly?
According to a small competitor AOL is exactly that, a monopoly. Massachusetts based Galaxy Internet Services has filed in Boston this week, charging AOL with prohibiting competition with its new software and business practices. Galaxy sued AOL last year with the claim that version 5.0 of AOL's software intentionally blocked rival ISPs from providing service to AOL users. Keep checking back for more information as the story develops.
Scour Joins File Transfer Battle
In an effort to throw itself into the file exchange market, Scour, Inc. has created its own file transfer program. Like Gnutella, iMesh, and a plethora of other programs, Scour Exchange does not limit itself to MP3s or any certain type, but instead allows users to transfer a range of files including .gif, .mp3, and .exe.
Users must sign up and become a member of the Scour Exchange network, which in turn allows them to trade files via the network. Chat rooms and an array of other features are going to be added in coming weeks, as Scour attempts to become king of the file trading "hill".
Microsoft Patches Office SR-1
Microsoft issued a patch yesterday for Office 2000 SR-1, after a variety of problems cropped up with the release and installation of the service release. Available from WindowsUpdate, this patch resolves several issues with the service release and Windows 2000. Many users were reporting problems with the program crashing shortly after startup. Issues with the new registration system, which added a feature to shutdown Office after a certain number of boots if it remained unregistered, should also be resolved.
Warning! New Worm Dials 911
News from Houston, Texas this weekend has left the Federal Beareau of Investigation and the city's emergency response teams scrambling for answers. According to officials at the National Infrastructure Protection Center (NIPC), a new virus has been reported from four major ISPs in the area that can not only erase the hard drive of the computer it infects, but also dial the 911 emergency number and cause officers to make unwarranted visits to homes where the call is made.
According to analysis done at the NIPC, this self-propagating script named BAT.chode.worm (with the aliases Chode, Foreskin, BAT911), "actively searches the internet for computer systems set up for file and print sharing and copy itself on to these systems."
Araxis Merge 2000 Beta Testing Program Opens
Araxis Ltd. has announced open beta testing of its popular file and folder visual comparison/merging software Araxis Merge 2000. The more significant improvements in this latest beta include the ability for two and three-way visual file comparison, and dynamic file merging with in-place editing. It comes complete with comprehensive printing support, file heirarchy synchronization capabilities, and a full automation API.
Mainly designed for developers and other business professionals, Araxis Merge 2000 allows users to compare two versions of the same text document side by side, with dynamically updated lines linking the comparisons. Simple point-and-click capabilities make it easy for users to merge two documents into a final product using specific pieces of each draft.
Copy Protection Solution from Az-Tech Software, Inc.
Az-Tech Software, Inc. has announced its popular software-based copy protection system EVERLOCK, has just entered its beta cycle. This hardware/software combination lets developers protect their property by controlling licenses via setting and resetting date, execution or network limits.
EVERLOCK is capable of protecting software in three ways. First, it prevents the use of illegal copies of your original disk; secondly, it limits the number of working installs that can be made from your original disks; and finally, it virtually eliminates the possibility of "Reverse Engineering" by encrypting your protected software.
CDNow Says Feb. Traffic Up - But Is It Too Late?
Amid doubts that CDNow can survive, the financially-troubled online music retailer today reported that the site attracted a record number of visitors last month and was the fifth largest shopping site.
Citing figures from Media Metrix, CDNow says visits rose 23 percent in February over the previous month, with 8 percent of all Web users visiting the site. CDNow was the only music site in the top 10. In a news release, CDNow recalled PCData's previously-released February list that shows it exceeded the 1 million transactions mark and outdid Amazon in visits with 13.3 million.
Net 'Speed Record' - 8.4GB Over 3,500 Miles In 82 Secs
Web surfers tired of the "World Wide Wait" may drool over a "land speed record" logged by some high-profile technology outfits in a competition staged by the Internet2 consortium.
Making bandwidth-hungry applications such as today's streaming Internet video look like child's play, a team from Microsoft Corp., Qwest Communications Inc., the University of Washington, and the Information Sciences Institute managed to move 8.4 gigabytes of data 5,626 kilometers (nearly 3,500 miles) in 82 seconds.
Problems With Office 2000 SR-1
For those of you out there who have not yet installed the Service Release 1 for Microsoft's popular office suite Office 2000, you may want to read the article from MSNBC, the joint venture between Microsoft and NBC, that has outlined the top ten reasons not to install the release. It seems bugs have been cropping up on computers everywhere; Windows 2000 machines seemingly having the most difficulties. Some feel that the new registration system has something to do with said problems, but nobody is quite sure as of yet. Read the article on MSNBC for the full list.
Corel Beta Tests Consumer Graphics Programs
Corel has begun beta testing several of its consumer graphics applications including Corel Print House, Print Office, and Photo House. These entry-level applications make it simple and easy to create graphics of all types including banners, greeting cards, signs, or certificates. With over 1000 pre-designed templates, users ranging from beginners to advanced can create and build projects from the ground up. With the extensive library of clipart, borders, backdrops, photos, cutouts, frames and drawing tools, graphic design is a snap. If you are interested, visit the application page and sign up now.
© 1998-2025 BetaNews, Inc. All Rights Reserved. About Us - Privacy Policy - Cookie Policy - Sitemap.