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NetNotify
The Newsletter for Network Professionals
July 1st, 1996 - Volume 1. Edition 5
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The Great Email Flood
When you think "Flood", the first thing that usually pops into your
mind is water, lots of water. We used to think the same thing,
until recently. Within our last edition of NetNotify, we told you
about our friends from Venus. You know, the gents that assumed
networking pro's like you had all the time in the world to "surf
the web" for update information. To say that we received a lot of
email in response to that editorial would be an understatement.
Within the first week, thousands of responses came in from
subscribers around the world! Although we couldn't respond to
everyone directly, we would just like to thank everyone that took
the time to throw their two cents into the ring!
Before jumping right into the action, we've got some great news for
our notified ones! Starting this month, NetNotify will be bringing
even more great information, right to the desktop. Working in
conjunction with the new backend service that we hinted at in
earlier editions, NetNotify will start delivering product reviews
and networking related articles! Will NetNotify turn into some
monstrous e-zine? Definitely not. The goal for NetNotify has been,
and always will be, to deliver information to our subscribers, in a
brief, bulletin style format. Are you wondering how we'll do it?
Well wonder no more!
Our new backend service is a collaboration of our existing document
retrieval service, the NetNotify newsletter, and a new web site.
These three services all fit together into a much larger service
that we've named Networking Central. The goal of Networking Central
is rather simple - to provide a single source of information for
networking pro's. It will take some time to get there, but we're
confident that we CAN get there.
If you're thinking "Oh great, now we need to jump to the web,"
don't worry, you won't have to. Here's how it all fits together.
NetNotify will continue providing patch and news related
information, as we always have. The document retrieval service, and
the web site, will be used to provide links to resources, and more
in-depth information. As an example, brief summaries of each product
review will appear within NetNotify. These summaries will give you an
overall "feel" for the product and what we thought of it. Should
you be interested in reading the full product review, you can pop
over to our web site, or request the review through the document
retrieval service. When it comes to networking related articles,
again, only brief summaries will appear within NetNotify. Should
the article be of interest to you, our web site will provide the
full text.
To let you know which products have been scheduled for review, a
new section has been added to NetNotify, appearing at the end of
the newsletter. "Reviewer's Corner" lists the software, hardware
and books that are already in the hands of our reviewers. There
are many other products that we plan to review, but we will not
announce any upcoming reviews until the product is in our hands.
The Networking Central service will deliver much more than just
product reviews and articles. But we can't give away all our
secrets just yet, now can we? Watch the wires for important URL's!
Before releasing you into the jungle of Patches, Promo's and News,
we have one last issue to address; subscriptions.
We want to ensure that as many people as possible can benefit from
NetNotify. To do that, we are interested in locating 'net pro's willing
to provide links on their web pages to our subscription services.
If you would be interested in providing a link, please drop us a
line at netnotify-marketing@netcent.com. In exchange for the link,
we will provide a link to your own home pages within a special
area of Networking Central.
All the best....now, on with the show!
P.S. An FAQ about NetNotify and the Networking Central service will
be available within the next two weeks. This document will answer
the majority of questions that we have received to date. Once
available, a special announcement will be made.
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What's In This Edition?
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Patches and Fixes
o NetWare Clients
o NetWare Management
o NetWare For SAA
o NetWare Operating Systems
o Backup Exec for NetWare
o Adaptec
o Compaq
General News and Tidbits
o Novell Heat's Up The `Net with New Support Program!
o Getting Novell Support is Easier than Ever
o Bunting Information Through the `Net
o Internet Explorer Users Get Caffeine Jolt for Free
o Released - Client 32 for DOS/Windows 3.x
Education, Seminars and Conferences
o Web Home for Novell Certified Professionals
o Artisoft Reseller Alliance Tour - Tips, Tricks and Free
Software
o Microsoft Experts Activate the `Net
New Products
o Launch Your Internet Security Into The Future With Catapult
o 3COM ISDN Modems With 15-Minute Installation Guarantee
o Intel's Burning the Wires
o CompuServe Offers Ultimate Access
Promotions and Price Slashing
o Free GroupWise Upgrades Still Available
o AOL. What IS It? IT'S A MILLION DOLLARS!
o Wall Data Brings Sand, Sun and Access/400
o Banyan's In The Streets Over $700
The Winners Circle - Current Contests
o Contest - Win COLD CA$H
Reviewer's Corner
o Software
o Hardware
o Books
Getting In Touch with Us
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Patches and Fixes
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The following patches have been released since the previous edition
of NetNotify.
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NetWare Clients
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MSRD95.EXE
Description: NetWare Requestor for Windows 95 patch. Resolves
problem with GroupWise databases being corrupted,
resulting in a C022 error.
CompuServe : GO NGWFILES 02
FTP : ftp.novell.com/pub/updates/nwos/nc32w952/msrd95.exe
DW32D1.EXE
Description: Diskette install version of NetWare Client 32 for
DOS/Windows 3.1x, version 2.10.
CompuServe : GO NWOSFILES
FTP : ftp.novell.com/pub/updates/nwos/cl32dw21/dw32d1.EXE
DW32N1.EXE
Description: Network install version of NetWare Client 32 for
DOS/Windows 3.1x, version 2.10.
CompuServe : GO NWOSFILES
FTP : ftp.novell.com/pub/updates/nwos/cl32dw21/dw32n1.exe
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NetWare Management
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MW201.EXE
Description: ManageWise upgrade patch, version 2.0 to version 2.0a.
Resolves various problems and is a recommended update
for all ManageWise 2.0 sites by Novell.
CompuServe : GO NWGENFILES 06
FTP : ftp.novell.com/pub/updates/mgt/mw20all/mw201.exe
NMA003.EXE
Description: New SERVINST.NLM for NMA V2.1 to resolve benign 100%
CPU utilization at BuildUserListHour problem.
CompuServe : GO NWGENFILES 06
FTP : ftp.novell.com/pub/updates/mgt/nma21/nma003.exe
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NetWare For SAA
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SAA30A.EXE
Description: NetWare for SAA V2.0 maintenance PTF. Upgrades to
v2.0.30. In addition to this file, you must download
SAA30B.EXE to SAA30D.EXE.
CompuServe : GO NWGENFILES 03
FTP : ftp.novell.com/pub/updates/hostcon/saa20/saa30a.exe
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NetWare Operating Systems
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CDUP4.EXE
Description: This file contains the latest CDROM.NLM and support
files for v3.12 and v4.x.
CompuServe : GO NWOSFILES 02
FTP : ftp.novell.com/pub/updates/nwos/<OS>/cdup4.exe
FTP : ftp.novell.com/pub/updates/unixconn/<OS>/cdup4.exe
SMSUP5.EXE
Description: Current SMS updates for NetWare 3.11, 3.12 and 4.XX.
CompuServe : GO NWOSFILES
FTP : ftp.novell.com/pub/updates/nwos/<OS>/smsup5.exe
SBACK6.EXE
Description: Current SBACKUP update for NetWare 3.1X and 4.XX. Only
change from SBACK5.EXE is SMSDI.NLM.
CompuServe : GO NWOSFILES
FTP : ftp.novell.com/pub/updates/nwos/<OS>/sback6.exe
312PT8.EXE
Description: Latest OS patches for NetWare 3.12.
CompuServe : GO NWOSFILES
FTP : ftp.novell.com/pub/updates/nwos/nw312/312pt8.exe
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Backup Exec for NetWare
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AGNT009.ZIP
Description: Windows NT Agent for Backup Exec for NetWare
Enterprise Editions only. Windows NT Agent version 009
resolves a problem with the Agent hanging if you log
out of the NT station.
CompuServe : GO SSSMG
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Adaptec
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ASPI32.EXE
Description: ASPI layer for Windows 95 and Windows NT. This file
includes updates to the following files: WINASPI.DLL,
WNASPI32.DLL, APIX.VXD, ASPIENUM.VXD, ASPI32.SYS, and
WOWPOST.EXE.
CompuServe : GO ADAPTEC
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Compaq
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To download files, visit Compaq's web site at
http://www.compaq.com/support/files/, their ftp site ftp.compaq.com
or on CompuServe, GO COMPAQ.
SP1962.EXE
Description: Adaptec EZ-SCSI Lite Softpaq disk images for
DOS/Windows 3.1 REV A V4.00S2
SP1959.EXE
Description: ROMPaq Firmware Upgrade Diskette REV A V3.01 for
Proliant Systems
SP1958.EXE
Description: ROMPaq Firmware Upgrade Diskette REV A V3.00 for
ProSignia and SystemPro Systems.
SP1940.EXE
Description: V1.06, Peripheral Adapter Support Software for
VINES(R) 6.0.
SP1927.EXE
Description: Correctly sets BIT on a ProLinea 575e, 5100e and 5120E
to allow DOS to see a hard drive as the master on the
secondary controller.
SP1657.EXE
Description: Compaq Integrated NetFlex Adapter driver V3.12 for
Microsoft NT (TM) V3.51.
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General News and Tidbits
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Novell Heat's Up The `Net with New Support Program!
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The wires will be burning thanks to Novell`s Support Connection
web based service! This HOT new service provides support solutions
to customers and partners. Packed with features offering improved
performance and searches, Support Connection also offers better
navigation, and access to file updates and technical documents.
Best off all, you now have the ability to submit incidents
electronically, and you can even track their progress! If you
support any Novell products in your company, you must check out
this new service - http://support.novell.com.
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Getting Novell Support is Easier than Ever
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It's 4am EST. Your NetWare server just bit the dust. Fear not,
help is a support agreement away! Novell's expanded technical
service agreements are ideal for companies big and small. Quick
and easy, Novell's new Premium Service program offers access to
highly skilled support engineers, capable of assisting you at any
time! Three levels of service are available, each of which can
be customized for improved support relations. Not only can you
track incidents on-line, but best of all, proactive management is
available to customers running ManageWise, GroupWise, NetWare or
any other SNMP enabled Novell product! For details on Novell's new
support plans, contact your local sales rep, or Novell directly!
Novell, Web: http://support.novell.com Phone: (801)228-9926
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Bunting Information Through the `Net
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Bunting. Thought we were talking about baseball? Not even close.
But while you're here, be sure to check out Buntings Window to the
Net. A special four part series, Buntings Window to the Net, is
airing over CNBC, the last two segments airing August 4th (HP
spotlight) and August 18th (Microsoft spotlight). If you missed
the first two on the tele, vignettes from the programs will be
available on Bunting's web site, http://www.bunting.com. Don't
worry. Those going for a little well deserved R&R when the second
two air on CNBC can also get their fill on Bunting's web site!
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Internet Explorer Users Get Caffeine Jolt for Free
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What hard-core bit head drinks decaf coffee? That's like asking
what hard-core web surfer doesn't want Java support! Keeping to
their word to increase Internet support with their applications,
and improve existing Internet applications, Microsoft is giving us
a direct hit of caffeine through Internet Explorer v3.0. Available
immediately, Internet Explorer based web surfers can get their
fill of caffeine for FREE (don't you just love that word.) If you
haven't upgraded yet, what are you waiting for? Visit
http://microsoft.com/ie/ today!
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Released - Client 32 for DOS/Windows 3.x
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Novell networking pro's will be tickled pink with Novell's latest
release, Client 32 for DOS/Windows 3.x. Previously available
through Novell's Open Beta program, the released version of Client
32 is sure to be a crowd pleaser! Slick, fast, and easy to
install, Client 32 for DOS/Windows 3.x also offers the ability to
automatically update client software. You can download your copy
today from the NWCL32 forum on CompuServe, or
ftp.novell.com/pub/updates/nwos/cl32dw21.
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Education, Seminars and Conferences
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Web Home for Novell Certified Professionals
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If you currently hold a Novell professional certification, or if
you're thinking about becoming certified, there's a home on the
web just for you. Novell's CNE Homepage provides you with
information about the various certification programs, links to
downloadable logos (CNA, CNE and MCNE), the certification
roadmap, and a whole lot more. Coming in the Fall of 1996, you'll
also get access to additional benefits through the site using
your CNE ID. Still in the development stages, it definitely
deserves a sneak peak: http://www.cne.org.
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Artisoft Reseller Alliance Tour - Tips, Tricks and Free Software
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In full effect throughout the month of July, the Artisoft Reseller
Alliance Tour is the place to be for LANtastic users and
devlopers. Not only will you get an indepth overview of the new
LANtastic v7.0, but you'll be chatting with trained experts that
can help to hone your sales and technical skills. If that's not
enough, you'll also receive FREE software, product training guides
and sales kits. Sessions cost $49 for Advantage Partners and $99
for Authorized Partners. Oh ya, Premier Partners, you get in FREE!
Seating is very limited, so call or pop by their web site to
reserve your spot today.
July 09 - Denver
July 09 - New York City
July 11 - Boston
July 11 - San Francisco
July 13 - Toronto
July 13 - Portland
July 15 - Vancouver
July 15 - Pittsburgh
July 17 - Irvine
July 17 - Dearborn
July 20 - Phoenix
July 20 - Chicago
Artisoft, Web: http://www.artisoft.com Phone: (800)809-1251
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Microsoft Experts Activate the `Net
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Already a worldwide giant, Microsoft is hitting the broadcast
circuit on July 16th with a special event - Worldwide Live!
Activating the Internet. Here, you'll pickup some great tips and
tricks from Microsoft experts, and industry sponsors, on how to
create a top notch web site. If you've ever seen a really cool
site and wondered "How'd they do that?" this is the place to be!
Available in more than 50 theaters across the U.S. and Canada,
this gem will also be downlinked to sites in Europe. You can
register immediately from the web page
http://www.microsoft.com/wwlive/.
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New Products
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Launch Your Internet Security Into The Future With Catapult
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When the users are screaming for net access right to the desktop,
security is priority 1. The last thing you need is some net demon
dog weaseling their way into your corporate data just so Joe Q.
Public in accounting can wax up the board and go surfing. Fear
not networking pro's, help is a download away. Microsoft has
released the beta copy of Catapult for broad based testing. The
newest member to the Microsoft BackOffice family, the Catapult
proxy server offers slick management, high performance and tight
integration with Windows NT Server. Supporting all Internet
protocols, including HTTP, FTP, RealAudio, VDOLive and IRC just to
name a few, Internet access can be achieved by all 16-bit and 32-
bit WINSOCK applications without the need for troublesome
modifications. Not only is it secure and easy to manage, but it
also proactively caches frequently accessed files, offering a more
bandwidth friendly means to secure the company's data. Interested?
Surf over to http://microsoft.com/infoserv/catapult/.
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3COM ISDN Modems With 15-Minute Installation Guarantee
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Getting hooked up with ISDN doesn't have to be a nightmare, and
3COM guarantees it! The new 3ComImpact IQ external ISDN modem
offers high performance and reliability, with smooth, slick
installation. Best of all, 3COM is putting their money where their
mouth is with a simple guarantee! Consumers in North America need
only contact 3COM to purchase their new ISDN modem, and schedule
the installation of their line. Once the line is installed, 4
simple steps will get the modem up and running, in less than 15
minutes. If not, return the product for a full refund!
3COM, Web: http://www.3com.com Phone: (800)572-3COM
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Intel's Burning the Wires
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Jim Carrey, decked out in the stunning green makeup, thought he
was "Smmmmmmokin'", but it's obvious he's never worked on a
100Mbps network. If you want speed, performance, easy management,
and upgrades, it's Intel that's "Smmmmmmokin'." Available
immediately, Intel's new 100BASE-T4 models of the EtherExpress
PRO/100 adapters support Cat 3 and Cat 4 UTP installations, while
offering impressive 10 to 100Mbps performance. The new cards offer
more than quick performance, easy upgrades is where it's at.
Equipped with Adaptive Technology, NIC microcode can be upgraded
quick and painlessly. Best of all, it won't cost you $20 million
dollars to have a 100BASE-T4 card appearing in your network.
They're yours for the modest price of $149 (MSRP) in a 20 Pack.
For detailed product information about Intel's new cards, give
them a ring today (sorry, no autographs.)
Intel, Web: http://www.intel.com Phone: (800)538-3373 / 44(1)793-
431-155 / (503)264-7354.
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CompuServe Offers Ultimate Access
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You're heading off on the family vacation. Just as you're about to
get into the car and head off, you remember. Running back inside,
you grab the trusty laptop - don't want to miss those important
emails right? Now, what are the chances you'll end up getting an
ear full from a family member, telling you how you work too much?
If you just can't bear to leave the laptop at home, and you want
to save yourself from yet another tongue lashing, help is a click
away! CompuServe's new Communications Card is the key to staying
in touch. Using this new service, you can review a summary of
waiting email messages, forward messages to a local fax, pick up
stock quotes, news briefs and sports scores, and you save money -
up to 58% on long distance calls. The card is free of charge to
CompuServe users, with a meager charge of $0.25 per minute
when the card is in use. Sound too good to be true? It's not, and
that's jut the tip of the iceberg! Contact CompuServe today for
further details or to get your very own Communications Card!
CompuServe Information Service, Phone: (800)211-8871 Online: GO
CALLCARD
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Promotions and Price Slashing
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Free GroupWise Upgrades Still Available
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Previously, you read about a free upgrade program for Novell's
GroupWise software. Microsoft Mail users could get 50 free client
licenses, along with the GroupWise 4.1 migration and upgrade pack,
just for providing proof of purchase for your MsMail software.
Well, due to the huge demand, this promotion is still in effect!
If you haven't upgraded yet, you better dig through your old
receipts before this gem of an offer disappears.
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AOL. What IS It? IT'S A MILLION DOLLARS!
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Pegged as the largest sweepstakes in online history, AOL's "What
IS it?" sweepstakes is offering a grand prize of one MILLION
dollars! Running through July 31st 1996, playing the "What IS it?"
sweepstakes couldn't be easier. Log in to AOL, click on the "What
IS it?" icon on the welcome screen and then select the "Play Now"
icon. Winning the grand prize might be tough, but there's lots of
other prizes too! The only catch - only US Based AOL users are
eligible for the sweepstakes.
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Wall Data Brings Sand, Sun and Access/400
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Wall Data brings new meaning to the term "Surfing the Web." Their
new site, for RUMBA Access/400 95/NT, will demonstrate RUMBA's
unique Notebook interface, and how it can integrate your host
sessions with desktop apps. Not only is it easy, but slick OLE
controls allow you to generate new Client/Server solutions faster
than ever. If that's not enough to peak your interest, you can
also register for the chance to win a trip to Fiji! Hey, if you
win, be sure to send us a postcard!
Wall Data, Web:http://www.as400.walldata.com Phone: (800)79-RHUMBA
or (415)812-1600
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Banyan's In The Streets Over $700
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Send out the white coats, the gang from Banyan's marketing group
has fallen out of their tree! Until September 13th 1996, Banyan
will send you a cheque for $700 when you upgrade PC Dial-In to RLN
for StreetTalk. It doesn't matter how long you've owned PC Dial-
In or how many copies you own. Each upgrade to RLN gets you a
cheque for $700! With RLN, you bring the power of StreetTalk to
your remote and mobile users. Secured connections to the networked
environment are FAST, scaleable and extremely user friendly. 28.8
modem and ISDN support means less of a wait for your users. This
also means fewer complaints - a happy net admin RLN does make!
Time is ticking, so contact Banyan today for all the details!
Banyan, Web: http://www.banyan.com/marketing/rln.html, Phone:
(800)816-7490
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The Winners Circle - Current Contests
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Contest - Win COLD CA$H
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At NetNotify, we're having a subscription drive and that means
COLD CA$H, in your hands, just for referring new subscribers. Each
time you refer a new subscriber to NetNotify, tell them to send a
message to CONTEST-COLDCASH@NETCENT.COM letting us know who sent
them. On August 31st, we will be drawing 5 names out of the hat
and each will win $100! There are no restrictions on the number of
times that your name can be entered.
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Reviewer's Corner
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The following product reviews have been scheduled for the month of
July:
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Software
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o Quarterdeck WebCompass Professional
o Quarterdeck WebAuthor
o Quarterdeck Internet Suite 2.0
o PCN
o White Pine Software Enhanced CU-SeeMe
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Hardware
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o Epson PhotoPC
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Books
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o NDS Troubleshooting (NRP)
o Web Publishing Unleashed (SAMs)
o Upgrading and Repairing PC Networks (QUE)
o Using Windows 95 - Platinum Edition (QUE)
o Using HTML - Special Edition (QUE)
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Getting In Touch with Us
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Publisher - Doug Archell
internet:darchell@netcent.com
SnailMail: 1760 Storrington St, Pickering Ont. LIV 2Y1
Phone: (905)839-3114 FAX: (905) 839-6304
ListMaster - internet:netnotify-listmaster@netcent.com
Suggestion Box - internet:netnotify-suggest@netcent.com
Marketing - internet:netnotify-marketing@netcent.com
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