LunaSuite Pro 2.1Bc350EN



   Rotterdam, 18 September 1998
   
   Lunatech Research announces the release of LunaSuite Pro 2.1Bc350EN
   
   LunaSuite is a set of modular network tools for Newton technologies.
   LunaSuite integrates with the Newton 2.1 Operating System. It adds
   functionality to Newton's Names, Owners and Worksites, InBox, OutBox
   and every application that uses transports. LunaSuite provides a
   "plug-in" architecture. Currently available modules include eMail, a
   WWW Browser, FTP, and GSM-SMS.
   
  About this release:
  
   You can download LunaSuite Pro from our site in Macintosh and PC
   format. This is a fully functional version which will only work for 2
   weeks unless it is registered. Registered users will be able to
   download and install LunaSuite Pro 2.1Bc350EN without having to
   register the software again. LunaSuite will only run on Newton OS 2.1
   units and requires NIE 2.0. A MP2100 or upgraded MP2000 is strongly
   recommended, although there are persons using LunaSuite Pro on eMates.
   
   What's new or fixed in this release:
     * Sporadic DNS problems should now be solved.
     * Message window no longer closes when viewing HTML
       messages/documents.
     * The scheduler now treats the 'depth' a bit differently. Images are
       no longer counted as a link, but rather as belonging to the page
       itself.
     * MIME messages that have a more complex structure should now be
       decoded properly.
     * The LunaRanger should no longer conflict with ButtonBar+ from
       StandAlone.
     * LunaSuite registration is now possible through a HTTP proxy
       server.
     * 'Delete from server' behaviour will no longer ask for confirmation
       for each item.
     * LunaSuite version information is now available by tapping the
       package(s).
     * Email addresses in groups should no longer confuse the LunaSuite
       when parsing the receipients on incoming messages.
     * The POP3 transport now has better status updates. It now also
       provides a feature that will 'sync' the LunaSuite with whatever is
       on the server.
     * Left-hand scrolling is now supported in the HTML stationary. This
       stationary now also allows all images to be 'pre' loaded (instead
       of image loading when needed).
     * HTTP Expire no longer activates during the retrieval of a
       document.
     * The user can now specify whether passwords should be deleted on
       unit powerdown or not.
     * Improved vCard compatibility.
     * No more dotted lines in the email message viewer.
     * Miscelaneous improvements across the board.
       
   An overview of the major LunaSuite features:
     * POP3 and SMTP mailer.
     * HTTP (with support for proxy servers, cookies and authentication)
       and FTP (upload and download) transfers.
     * HTML 3.2 support including: Tables, Frames, a true layout,
       contextual menus.
     * MIME implementation which can handle: GIF (animating), JPEG,
       Base64, HTML, Quoted-Printable, MacBinary, AppleSingle, native
       Newton data, Newton packages, multiparts, basic sound, AIFF/AIFC
       sound, and vCards.
     * Full integration with the Newton OS (URLs into names, able to view
       raw HTML from Notepad and NewtonWorks).
     * Separate applications for bookmarks, a browser, a configuration
       app, a go-to application and a web retriever app.
     * Developer API documentation.
       
  General information:
  
   Where can I download LunaSuite Pro 2.1?
   
   If you would like to try LunaSuite before purchasing, a fully working
   version can be downloaded from our web site. The demo version does
   have a two week limitation after which time it will not work any more.
   The LunaSuite site is available via:
   
     [1]http://www.lunatech.com/products/lunasuite/
     
   Purchasing the LunaSuite will allow you to unlock the LunaSuite to
   prevent it from expiring! Licenses can be purchased online via
   Lunatech's secure site. A (boxed) CD-ROM version of the LunaSuite Pro
   2.1 is not available at this time.
   
   What does LunaSuite Pro 2.1 cost?
   
   Pricing for LunaSuite is US $69.00. If you decide that you would like
   to purchase LunaSuite, you can do this with a credit card via our
   secure server. Below are more details as to what you get with your
   purchase. Lunatech reserves the right to change its prices and
   discounts.
   
   Discounts are available for large quantity purchases:
     * Automatic discount of 30% for purchases of 10 - 49 licenses (must
       be purchased at same time).
     * Automatic discount of 40% for purchases of 50 - 200 licenses (must
       be purchased at same time).
     * Purchases above 200 licenses can be agreed on case-by-case basis.
       
   When you purchase LunaSuite (via our website) you will receive via
   email a confirmation of purchase, and once you credit card payment has
   cleared, you will receive a license number with which you can register
   your copy of LunaSuite Pro via our web site (using LunaSuite itself).
   
   LunaSuite Download and Support:
   
   All support of LunaSuite will be done via the LunaSuite web site.
   There is documentation, a discussion forum, bug reporting forms,
   mailing lists, release notes (a must read!) and other supporting
   technical information available on the site. And of course, we will
   also continue to monitor the Newton news groups on the Internet. The
   LunaSuite site is available via:
   
     [2]http://www.lunatech.com/products/lunasuite/
     
   Future plans for LunaSuite:
   
   Release 350 is the final release of the LunaSuite Pro. Lunatech will
   release a maintenance release during 4th quarter 1998. During 1999
   Lunatech will put the source code to the LunaSuite in the public
   domain and will look for another developer, or a group of developers
   that is willing to further support it with handholding from our side.
   However, we do reserve the right to change our minds on this.
     _________________________________________________________________
   
   All trademarks are property of their respective owners and are used
   for explanatory purposes only.
   
   THE LUNASUITE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED AS IS, AND, ACCORDINGLY, LUNATECH
   RESEARCH MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, REGARDING THIS
   PRODUCT OR ANY SERVICE OR ITEM OFFERED, SOLD OR OTHERWISE PROVIDED TO
   YOU, AS A RESULT OF YOUR USE OF THIS PRODUCT.
   
     1998 Lunatech Research: [3]http://www.lunatech.com/

References

   1. http://www.lunatech.com/products/lunasuite/
   2. http://www.lunatech.com/products/lunasuite/
   3. http://www.lunatech.com/
