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Novell Releases NetWare SQL - Version 3.0
Release provides users with flexible access to Btrieve-based data and
support for Macintosh clients
AUSTIN, Texas -- February 10, 1992 -- Novell, Inc. today announced NetWare
SQL v3.0, the newest version of its relational data access system for
NetWare v3.11. NetWare SQL provides flexible access to data created by
applications built on Btrieve, Novell's industry standard record manager.
It also features expanded desktop support to include Macintosh personal
computers through Apple Computer's Data Access Language (DAL) as well as
the capability of sharing Btrieve-based information with major popular
front-end applications.
"Database services are a core technology for business applications and
network computing," said Jim Bills, executive vice president for Novell.
"Btrieve is the underlying record manager for NetWare and for hundreds of
commercial and internally developed applications. NetWare SQL provides the
integration platform for sharing Btrieve-based data from DOS, OS/2,
Windows, and Macintosh computers and represents Novell's commitment to
enhancing its database technology to meet our customers' demands."
"Immediate access to key corporate information is what today's business
managers need. Novell's support for Apple's Data Access Language (DAL) in
this new release of NetWare SQL provides Macintosh users with the ability
to exchange information across the company and integrate it with familiar
personal computer applications," said Jim Groff, director of marketing for
Apple Computer's Enterprise Systems Division.
Larry Winn, Applications Development Manager at Georgia Power, is looking
at using NetWare SQL v3.0 to integrate different desktop platforms. "Our
executives want a project management system that is accessible from both
Macintosh and Windows workstations. The other solutions we've looked at
required either purchasing software or protocol drivers for some or all of
the workstations involved. What we really want is a client-server based
solution that contains all the components we need. We are excited about the
possibilities of this new technology."
NetWare SQL v3.0 continues Novell's leadership in the data management
marketplace. In August, 1990 NetWare SQL became the first SQL NetWare
Loadable Module (NLM-) to ship for the NetWare 3.x platform. Btrieve, first
released in 1982, is included as a core component of the NetWare operating
system and provides unique record management functions for many of Novell's
products, including NetWare for SAA and the newly announced NetWare
Management System.
New in NetWare SQL v3.0
NetWare SQL v3.0 is the only relational system that provides direct access
to Btrieve-based data created with major business applications, including
accounting systems such as Great Plains, Macola, and Platinum; project
management systems like Primavera and Prestige; and sales management
systems like Market Force, Telemagic, and Maximizer. NetWare SQL v3.0
allows multiple users to share this Btrieve-based information with popular
front-end applications, including spreadsheets like Excel and Lotus 1-2-3;
query tools and report writers, such as Forest & Trees, R & R Report Writer
and LightShip; and development tools, including Advanced Revelations and
Clipper.
NetWare SQL v3.0 is the first PC-based relational database engine to offer
support for Macintosh computers through Apple's DAL interface. By expanding
client support to include the Macintosh platform, NetWare SQL v3.0 allows
users to share a common Btrieve database with popular DAL compliant
applications, including spreadsheets like Excel and Lotus 1-2-3, query
tools like ClearAccess, Data Prism, and GQL; and application development
tools like 4th Dimension and HyperCard.
NetWare SQL v3.0 offers enhanced features for more flexible data
management, including declarative Referential Integrity which allows
database administrators to apply data restrictions at the database level.
This implementation is consistent with IBM's DB2 implementation and frees
the developer from having to include Referential Integrity procedures at
the application level. Referential Integrity restrictions are enforced by
Btrieve. Users benefit from the additional option to configure
Btrieve-based applications to adhere to these restrictions.
NetWare SQL v3.0 also provides users with faster, easier access to
Btrieve-based data. Users can now continue to access data anytime during
the backup process and can use NetWare's system backup utilities or
third-party backup products. Multiple users gain better access to
information simultaneously through page-level locking during transactions.
Records are rapidly pulled from enhanced caching routines (memory
buffering), instead of having to be loaded from disk. And NetWare SQL v3.0
also features named database support which provides transparent access to
data located on multiple servers without requiring users to know the path
name or server location.
Pricing, Availability and Ordering Information
NetWare SQL will be available in March, 1992, from Novell authorized
resellers for US$795 for the 5-user version; US$1,295 for the 10-user
version; US$2,195 for the 20-user version; $US3,995 for the 50-user
version; US$5,995 for the 100-user version; and US$10,995 for the 250-user
version. The NetWare Runtime v3.11 is included in 20-user and above
versions, allowing users the option of running a dedicated database server
for NetWare SQL applications.
Novell is offering an upgrade path to NetWare SQL v3.0 for current users.
All suggested pricing applies in the US and Canada only. For pricing
outside the US and Canada, customers should contact their local Novell
Authorized resellers. Interested parties can call either 800-RED-WORD,
800-733-9673, or 512-794-1796 for more product information.
Novell, Inc. (NASDAQ: NOVL) is an operating system software company, the
developer of network services, specialized and general purpose operating
system software products including NetWare, DR DOS, DR Multiuser DOS and
FlexOS. Novell's NetWare network computing products manage and control the
sharing of services, data and applications among computer workgroups,
departmental networks and business-wide information systems.