FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Userful and Omni Announce Desktop Multiplier for Novell Linux Desktop
By leveraging the power of the Desktop Multiplier for Novell Linux Desktop, companies, educational institutions, libraries, governments and other organizations can deliver secure, affordable,
worry-free solutions for multi-user computer access
CALGARY, Canada–March 16, 2005–As part of an exciting global marketing agreement, Userful and Omni Technology Solutions Inc. today announced the availability of the Desktop Multiplier for Novell Linux Desktop – a software add-on that turns a Novell Linux Desktop computer into a multi-station desktop computing platform.
"Userful is excited about partnering with Omni to bring the power of the Desktop Multiplier to the Novell Channel and to Novell customers," said Timothy Griffin, President and CEO of Userful. "Customers of the original Linux Desktop Multiplier fully understand how the Multiplier delivers on the promise of affordable Linux-based desktop computing," continued Griffin. "When Novell Linux Desktop became available, we immediately saw the opportunity to leverage its power and created a Novell Linux Desktop distribution of the Desktop Multiplier."
The Desktop Multiplier for Novell Linux Desktop allows a single, standard computer running Novell Linux Desktop to deliver up to 10 independent user stations. By adding up to five dual-head video cards and up to 10 monitors and 10 USB keyboards and mice, the Desktop Multiplier delivers the ultimate return on hardware investment – a 10-to-1 advantage.
"When I first heard about the Desktop Multiplier for Novell Linux Desktop, I wasn't too sure what to expect," said Guy Lunardi, Novell Linux Desktop Product Manager. "But after Novell's internal Linux Desktop team installed and worked with it, I began to better appreciate the 10-to-1 value proposition the Desktop Multiplier brings to Novell's customers. This is an excellent example of how Novell partner companies are building solutions for Novell SUSE Linux and the Novell Linux Desktop."
"By leveraging the power of the Desktop Multiplier for Novell Linux Desktop, companies, educational institutions, libraries, governments and other organizations can deliver secure, affordable, worry-free solutions for multi-user computer access," said Aldo Zanoni, CEO and Director of Customer Service at Omni. "Desktop Multiplier customers can save up to 80% on their hardware deployment costs and up to 90% on maintenance and infrastructure costs. The Desktop Multiplier will accelerate the future of affordable Novell Linux Desktop computing."
A trial version of the Desktop Multiplier for Novell Linux Desktop is available for download at: www.omni-ts.com/linux-desktop/. The Desktop Multiplier will be demonstrated at BrainShare 2005.
About Omni
Omni delivers a portfolio of management, security, mobility, messaging and Linux software enhancements for enterprise users of Novell eDirectory, GroupWise, Novell Linux Desktop, and mixed Novell and Microsoft networks. www.omni-ts.com
About Userful
For the past three years, Userful has been transforming the world of desktop computing with their unique ten-to-one multi-desktop software. Userful's innovation of turning one computer into ten has earned them the status of technology leaders in the field of desktop computing. With this compelling ten-to-one advantage, Userful has gained a strong presence in the library market; its mission is to become the dominant platform for affordable desktop computing worldwide. Userful's customers include libraries, academic institutions, Internet cafés and commercial businesses across North America, and is sold globally through a network of resellers. www.userful.com
Media Contact
Aldo Zanoni
CEO, Omni Technology Solutions Inc.
Phone: 780-423-4200
aldo@omni-ts.com
Ben Li
Marketing & PR Coordinator
Userful
Phone: 403-289-2177 ext. 223
benli@userful.com
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