FacetCorp Updates FacetWin

[Bill Demers]

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Bill Demers, FacetCorp +1 972 985-9901
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F O R I M M E D I A T E R E L E A S E

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FACETCORP UPDATES FACETWIN
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12 March, 1997;

FacetCorp, (Plano, TX USA), announces the release of FacetWin Version 1.1.
FacetWin provides a complete solution for Windows(R)95 and Windows NT (TM)
to UNIX(R) integration, including transparent file & print services,
terminal emulation, PC backup/restore, email & modem servers and remote
computing support. FacetWin Version 1.1 is immediately available and
includes enhanced server and terminal emulator features (see attached
feature summary).

FacetWin differs from existing connectivity alternatives in several ways.
First, FacetCorp based the file and print services in FacetWin upon the
Common Internet File System (CIFS) formerly known as SMB. This is the
primary system that Microsoft Windows uses for networking PCs. Most other
connectivity products use the UNIX-oriented Network File System (NFS)
method of loading NFS software on the PC to enable it as a UNIX NFS client.
Instead, FacetWin provides a UNIX CIFS server, that requires no additional
software to be loaded on the PC to get completely transparent file and
print services. CIFS was chosen for FacetWin because it is very easy to
install and administer (since FacetWin administration can take place from
the UNIX server), and because of its good performance. The only part of
FacetWin to run on the PC is the terminal emulator, which was designed as a
native 32-bit application for Windows 95 or NT. In creating the terminal
emulator, FacetCorp was able to leverage the terminal emulation technology
in FacetTerm, the company's award winning multi-session product.

Market responsiveness to FacetWin has been remarkably positive since the
product was first released in July 1996 with thousands of users worldwide.
The FacetWin customer list includes such names as: Carnegie Mellon
University, Computer Associates, IBM Corporation, JP Morgan, Penske Auto
Centers, Royal Crown Bottling, Southwestern Bell and State Farm Insurance.
These users, and many more, are enjoying the benefits of the feature rich
FacetWin product.

FacetWin Version 1.1 is immediately available for ordering and shipment.
This is a point release and is available free of charge to existing
licensed users, as is technical support. Any FacetWin licensed customer
may download and use this version without re-registering the software.
Pricing remains at $195 (U.S.) for a single user license of FacetWin with
additional multi-user discounts. FacetCorp also offers a free, no
obligation, 30-day evaluation copy of FacetWin. FacetWin Version 1.1 is
available to download at www.facetcorp.com.

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Originally founded in 1979 as Structured Software Solutions, Inc. (SSSI),
FacetCorp is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the privately held company.
Located in Plano, Texas, USA, FacetCorp develops software productivity
applications that enable users of personal computers and low cost character
terminals to take advantage of UNIX-based host computers.

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NEW FacetWin FEATURE SUMMARY

New Server Features:
Centralized messaging allows the UNIX System Administrator to send messages
to all FacetWin users, even if they are not running the terminal emulator
"Guest Account" allows administrators to accept file and print connections
from users who do not have UNIX login accounts, and to control their access
to the system
The file server now provides mixed case file name support
PPP proxy support so PPP connected PCs can "see" the rest of the LAN
through the "Network Neighborhood"
Simple administrator menu allows one key control of entire system including
license editing, stopping and starting servers and status utilities
Status utilities allow the System Administrator to "see" who is connected
to system

New Emulator Features:
Complete keyboard mapping functionality which is configurable to cause d
ifferent sequences to be sent when keys are pressed
Function key programming is now supported in the terminal emulator
Significantly improved support for non-US languages and keyboards including
character set handling for Western and Central Europe
National Replacement Character keyboard modes for compatibility with older
7-bit applications in non-US locales
PC command gives UNIX applications the ability to launch PC applications
from the UNIX server
The terminal emulator speed and performance has been substantially enhanced
Wide column mode is now supported under application program control

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FacetWin FEATURE SUMMARY

Transparent File Services: FacetWin enables users to view, access and save
files, as well as launch Windows applications located on a UNIX server,
without the hassle of copying files back and forth. UNIX disks simply
appear in the "Network Neighborhood."
Transparent Print Services: FacetWin allows Windows users to access any
UNIX printer directly from their Windows application. The product also
lets UNIX users print to the PC printers.
Terminal Emulation: FacetWin includes support for the most widely used
terminal emulation families including Digital's VT series, SCO/ANSI color
console, Wyse, and IBM. Terminal emulation allows PC users to work with
UNIX-based applications by emulating a UNIX work environment. The terminal
emulation in FacetWin also includes the unique Window Watch(TM) and
QuickLaunch(TM) features.
PC Backup: FacetWin allows system administrators to schedule and perform
routine backups of networked PCs to a UNIX tape drive.
Modem Server: FacetWin Windows terminal emulation access a pool of modems
connected to a UNIX host from anywhere on the network. The server
effectively provides modem access to users without requiring them to be
physically wired to a modem and phone line.
Email Server: FacetWin includes a POP3 server which allows email to be
moved between UNIX and Windows mail systems. This means users can use any
POP3 compliant mail client they prefer.
Remote Computing Support: All features included in FacetWin may also be
utilized from a PC connected over a dial-in modem. This makes it possible
for a user working at home or on the road to access and/or print files
located anywhere on the network.