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THE OS/2 WARP WEEKLY - A production of PSP Worldwide Marketing Support
Covering information relevant to OS/2 Warp and LAN Server
The 11/17/95 issue (A real collector's item)
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The OS/2 Warp Weekly and OS/2 Warp Monthly Newsletters are available
on the Internet at http://www.austin.ibm.com/pspinfo/newsletters.html
We will not be publish The OS/2 Warp Weekly the week of 11/24/95
because of the Thanksgiving holiday.
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CONTENTS
1. THOMPSON OUTLINES PLANS FOR OS/2 WARP FAMILY
2. OS/2 LAN SERVER MAKES THE GRADE
3. BUILDING OPENDOC MOMENTUM
4. NEW TCP/IP FEATURES FOR OS/2 WARP SERVER
5. AVAILABLE: DEVELOPER API EXTENSIONS BETA FOR OS/2 WARP
6. OS/2 ISVs UNITE
7. MIGRATION HELP AT YOUR FINGERTIPS
8. PC INSTITUTE NOVEMBER/DECEMBER CLASS SCHEDULE
9. TWO NEW OS/2 MAGAZINES DEBUT ON THE WEB
10. INFORMATION ON CURRENT OS/2 BETA OFFERINGS
11. IBM HELPS OS/2 DEVELOPERS ENTER ASIA-PACIFIC MARKET
12. NEW VERSION OF R:BASE COMING SOON
13. ARCADA ANNOUNCES COMPREHENSIVE OS/2 WARP STRATEGY
15. CORRECTION
16. WARP'D HUMOR
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1. THOMPSON OUTLINES PLANS FOR OS/2 WARP FAMILY
John W. Thompson, the general manager of IBM's Personal Software
Products division, speaking at Comdex on November 15, outlined his plans
for the continued enhancement of the OS/2 Warp family in 1996 and
beyond. He reinforced IBM's commitment to OS/2 and the "connected
consumer," and outlined key products planned for delivery in 1996.
Thompson described plans for OS/2 Warp Server, currently in beta test;
the next version of the OS/2 Warp client; the
microkernel-based versions of OS/2 Warp; and IBM's integrated server
series.
Targeting Connected Consumers and Corporate Users
"We are very interested in a specific kind of consumer as we move into
the age of network-centric computing: the connected user," said
Thompson. "We'll continue to provide them with a stable, powerful
operating system that gets easier to use and install with each release,
and gives them the reliable connections that are essential to linking up
with their customers, suppliers, business partners or informational
sources."
Thompson also reinforced IBM's commitment to corporate users in
enterprise workgroup environments. "We remain committed to delivering
advanced solutions to our staunchest supporters: corporate users," he
said. Industry analysts are reporting significant growth in 1995 for
OS/2 Warp and LAN Server in the corporate market. According to IDC,
OS/2 Warp will gain three share points of the total operating system
market by the end of the year. In the first half of 1995, OS/2
outshipped Windows NT two to one in the server market. OS/2 LAN
Server 4.0 has increased its market share this year, from nine percent
to 15 percent, IDC added.
OS/2 Warp: The Next Generation
At the core of the 1996 product plan is the next version of the OS/2
Warp client. IBM plans to significantly enhance OS/2 Warp's user
interface to be easier and more intuitive. As part of IBM's plans for
network-centric computing, the the next version's interface will be
network aware, making connections automatically as the user needs them.
It will offer improved multimedia and game capabilities, enhanced
plug-and-play features, and an updated BonusPak. It will include the
Upgrade Advisor, a utility in the Just Add OS/2 Warp kit which
simplifies the installation process.
For corporate users, the next version of OS/2 Warp will offer C-2
security extensions and improved input/output queue performance. It
will include the Developer API Extensions to make it easier for
software developers to write Windows 95 and OS/2 Warp applications
simultaneously. It will also feature integrated OpenDoc runtime
support, which will enable developers to start using OpenDoc
components in their applications and give users the ability to embed
OLE 2.0 information in OS/2 Warp documents.
Another focus of the 1996 product strategy will be the IBM Microkernel
and microkernel-based versions of OS/2 Warp. Nearly 20 corporations,
universities and research institutes worldwide have licensed the
microkernel, laying the foundation for a completely open microkernel
standard. IBM plans portable, microkernel-based versions of OS/2 Warp
for both Intel and PowerPC platforms. The first portable version will
be OS/2 Warp for the PowerPC, which will ship later this year.
Finally, on the server side, Thompson confirmed IBM's plans for a series
of cross-platform application and enabling servers OS/2 Warp Server,
currently in beta test, will be one of the base operating systems upon
which the series is delivered. OS/2 Warp Server is expected to ship
in the first quarter of 1996, followed by Directory and Security
Services and the SMP version of OS/2 Warp.
"The bottom line is that 1995 has been a good year for OS/2 Warp," said
Thompson. "And we're anticipating that the future will be even brighter
as we continue to extend and improve OS/2 Warp as the desktop client for
connected consumers and strengthen OS/2 Warp as an advanced, battle-
tested server solution that will simplify distributed computing for
businesses and workgroups of all sizes."
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2. OS/2 LAN SERVER MAKES THE GRADE
Colleges and universities are using IBM's OS/2 LAN Server 4.0 to expand
campus borders and extend traditional learning environments into
publishing, broadcasting and global Internet access. The University of
Missouri, University of Arkansas, and Queens' College of the University
of Cambridge are among a growing number of colleges using LAN Server 4.0
to enhance the educational experience.
The University of Missouri's School of Journalism broadcasts daily news
programs on the local National Public Radio station and NBC-TV
affiliate. According to Mark Zemelman, computer projects and network
manager at the University of Missouri School of Journalism, in broadcast
news it is inexcusable to miss an on-air deadline. "Because breaking
news occurs throughout the day, we must have a server application that
is always up and running, and reliable," said Zemelman. "LAN Server 4.0
fulfills this requirement."
Internet access is just one of the reasons OS/2 LAN Server 4.0 is being
used at the University of Arkansas, College of Agriculture. The College
of Agriculture uses IBM LAN Server to connect to the main university
network and allow faculty and graduate students to share files,
applications and printers. "Internet access is a primary goal for many
of our users," says Albert Crosby, microcomputer network support
specialist. "Therefore, a major benefit of LAN Server 4.0 is that
TCP/IP is integrated deep within the network operating system. It
allows me to set up Internet access at a single source but make it
available to all users. Plus, installation is an easy one-step
process."
Interoperability of IBM PCs and Apple Macintoshes was an important
consideration in choosing IBM LAN Server for Queens' College, one of the
more than 30 colleges of the University of Cambridge in England.
According to Dr. Robin Walker, junior bursar and information technology
manager at Queens' College, interoperability is critical because both
computer systems are installed in the college's computer facility. LAN
Server allows students to switch among desktops and still process the
same files.
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3. BUILDING OPENDOC MOMENTUM
In a continuing display of OpenDoc momentum, IBM announced delivery
schedules for OpenDoc for OS/2 Warp and kicked-off Club OpenDoc, a new
hot spot on the Web where developers will be able to link into the
information, people and tools they need to reap the benefits of OpenDoc
technology.
Club OpenDoc, the industry's first, comprehensive source of OpenDoc
information on the Internet, will provide a gathering place for
developers to catch up on the latest OpenDoc news, reference parts and
resource listings, test drive shareware, and most importantly swap ideas
and experiences with fellow enthusiasts and industry experts.
Developers interested in joining the club can link into
http://www.software.ibm.com/clubopendoc
In addition to being a serious resource for present or aspiring OpenDoc
developers, Club OpenDoc was also designed with fun in mind. To help
kick off the club and encourage membership, IBM will be hosting the
OpenDoc Developers Contest. Beginning in December, Club OpenDoc members
will be encouraged to enter their products for judging by an independent
industry panel. The winning entry, to be announced at ObjectWorld
Boston in Spring of '96, will be chosen on the basis of the most
innovative and functional use of the power of OpenDoc technology. In
addition to this formal event, hidden puzzles and contests will be
sprinkled throughout the Club OpenDoc web site, offering OpenDoc
merchandise and software prizes.
At Comdex, IBM demonstrated a travel expense application created by
combining four independently developed components into one seamless
application using OpenDoc technology. The application featured
spreadsheet, electronic signature, speech recognition, calendar and
document management components from Athena Design, Peripheral Vision,
Voice Pilot Technology and Cirrus Technology.
The IBM OpenDoc software development tool kit for OS/2 Warp will be
delivered at no cost to developers in December 1995. The OpenDoc
runtime will be fully integrated in the next version of OS/2 Warp, which
is expected around mid-year 1996.
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4. NEW TCP/IP FEATURES FOR OS/2 WARP SERVER
IBM will add new TCP/IP network administration features and backup
services to OS/2 Warp Server. The TCP/IP network features, collectively
called Dynamic IP, include unique addressing capabilities and greatly
simplified administration, while the backup services will provide the
ability to backup Novell NetWare and Microsoft Windows NT servers. The
Dynamic IP and backup services will be included in OS/2 Warp Server when
it ships. It is currently expected to ship the first quarter of 1996.
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5. AVAILABLE: DEVELOPER API EXTENSIONS BETA FOR OS/2 WARP
IBM announced the availability of the Developer API Extensions
beta on "The Developer Connection for OS/2, Volume 9" (DevCon9), which
will ship to developers by the end of this month. The Developer API
Extensions for OS/2 Warp enable developers to write applications using
common source code for OS/2 Warp and Win32 platforms, simplifying
migration of existing Win32 applications to the OS/2 Warp environment.
The Developer API Extensions for OS/2 Warp will be distributed to the
more than 22,000 developers worldwide who are members of the Solution
Developer Program for OS/2.
"Application developers in today's market are interested in reaching
every potential customer and meeting each opportunity head-on," said
John W. Thompson, general manager, IBM Personal Software Products. "The
availability of the Developer API Extensions on DevCon allows us to
deliver on our promise to developers to provide them with unmatched
tools, technologies and support. IBM and the Developer API Extensions
are about supporting multiple solutions across multiple operating system
platforms in a heterogeneous environment."
"We're extremely pleased with our initial experience using the Developer
API Extensions beta and working with IBM," said Rich Stadnik, president
of Stadnik & Company, Inc., a software development company. "This
technology gives us an efficient, effective way to move our
Windows-based ViaFax/2 client code to OS/2, allowing us to support mixed
environments. IBM has demonstrated its dedication and commitment to
application developers of all shapes and sizes, whether they develop
custom applications in-house or shrink-wrap software applications for
retail consumers, with unmatched technical support and a software
strategy designed to promote open, non-proprietary software solutions."
The IBM Developer API Extensions, which help software developers deliver
their applications across PC operating systems including OS/2 Warp,
Windows3.1, Windows NT and Windows 95, are extensions to the OS/2 Warp
interfaces. Since the extensions to OS/2 Warp are available in the
Win32 environment, developers can maintain and enhance a single version
of source code across multiple platforms, reducing costs associated with
development and creating an opportunity to take advantage of the
expanding OS/2 market.
The Developer API Extensions add to the growing set of developer tools
and technologies available from IBM, including SMART and OpenDoc, that
allow ISVs to bring multiple-platform applications to market quickly and
easily. The Source Migration Analysis Reporting Toolset (SMART), a
product of OneUp Corporation, is a set of tools that help programmers
readily convert their Windows applications to OS/2. SMART analyzes
existing Windows code (16-bit or 32-bit) and OS/2 code (16-bit), sizes
the conversion effort, and automatically converts the majority of the
code to 32-bit OS/2 Warp. SMART version 2.1B has been enhanced to
recognize the IBM Developer API Extensions for OS/2 and will indicate
which parts of a Win32 application use the API Extensions and can be
recompiled for OS/2 Warp. It will also analyze the rest of the
application and make recommendations for the remainder of the
development effort.
The final version Developer API Extensions are expected to be available
in the first quarter of 1996, and will eventually be shipped as part of
the base OS/2 Warp operating system. The beta on DevCon9 is available
through a subscription to The Developer Connection by calling
1-800-6-DEVCON in the U.S.
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6. OS/2 ISVs UNITE
Several weeks ago, we first told you about OS/2 ISVs' plans to pool
their advertising resources to create greater marketing muscle. Those
plans have now become a reality, as described on the the Stardock
Systems web page (http://oeonline.com/~stardock/32bit.html) :
"Now it's OUR turn!"
While Windows95 has been winning the war of words, OS/2 is a
technically superior operating system and in the "real" world,
technically superior means BETTER. When you combine the raw power
of OS/2 with an environment such as Object Desktop, OS/2 becomes
the BEST platform for getting work done or having fun on available.
Unfortunately, IBM has had to go it alone thus far in promoting
OS/2 -- until now. OS/2 ISVs are banding together to form an
alliance to help promote their platform. By combining marketing
resources to advertise and promote their software and platform on a
large scale, word of OS/2 products will spread better and faster
before.
Starting with the December issue of PC World and the November 6th
issue of InfoWorld, 32bit Alliance ads will begin. The first set
of ads feature Object Desktop (Stardock) and Back Again/2 (CDS).
The 32bit Alliance also works with resellers such as the leading
OS/2 reseller Indelible Blue who is also part of the first set of
ads. The 32bit Alliance will grow in the coming months to include
other ISVs and other resellers looking to increase their marketing
reach.
While the 32bit Alliance is not intended for the very small
developer (full page ads are well beyond the reach of small ISVs),
medium to large ISVs can turn what would have been a quarter page
ad in a magazine to a full page ad. To find out how to join or to
learn more about the 32bit Alliance contact us at the email below.
wardell@ibm.net
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7. MIGRATION HELP AT YOUR FINGERTIPS
Plan your migration to OS/2 Warp with the new and improved OS/2 Warp
Migration Assistant home page on the Web. The new Migration Assistant
has the best technical advice around for migrating to OS/2 Warp. The
information on the Web site is organized into four major categories:
* OS/2 Warp Technical Overview
* Migration Planning
* Implementation
* Operation and Maintenance.
This site makes it easier than ever for you to migrate to the OS/2 Warp
family of products. To access the page, point your browser to
http://pscc.dfw.ibm.com/warpmi/
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8. PC INSTITUTE NOVEMBER/DECEMBER CLASS SCHEDULE
PC Institute classes have been rated "superior" by dealers, customers
and IBMers alike. Take advantage of these great PC product classes by
enrolling today. For your convenience, class schedule and descriptions
for classes related to OS/2 and LAN Server are provided below.
Customers and dealers may enroll by calling 1-800-IBM-TEACH
(1-800-426-8322). Ask for extension PC Institute.
For additional assistance or a free catalog call 1-800-937-3737, the PC
Institute Help Desk.
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Title: "What's New" - from the IBM PC Company (YPC03) Price: Free
MSE Course code: CYPC030C Duration: 1/2 day
During this half-day interactive presentation we will demonstrate the
features and benefits of IBM's newest products. We will focus on what
makes each product unique, its architecture and selling points.
Demonstrations include: Desktop PC 350, PC 750: easy tools, NetFinity,
video distribution, OS/2 Warp preload, Bonus pack; ThinkPad 701, 755:
Call center data/fax hardware and software, Infrared, multimedia
presentation capability; PC Server 320: RAID and server design.
Title: IBM Netfinity Implementation Workshop (V5105) Price: $250
MSE course code: (CV51050C) Duration: 1 day
Learn how to effectively implement NetFinity into a network environment.
Install, configure, customize, integrate and use NetFinity on OS/2 and
DOS/Windows client systems. Use NetFinity to learn about asset
management, capacity, performance and operations management.
Use hands-on exercises to learn about: installing NetFinity DMI support
for OS/2, installing NetFinity Manager for OS/2 and Windows, using
NetFinity Security and Remote System Manager Services; viewing remote
system's hardware and software configuration, DMI browser, customizing
system profile, adding products to system inventory list and dictionary,
exporting files into Lotus Notes, viewing NetFinity Lotus Notes
database, scheduling automated execution of NetFinity Services,
monitoring server subsystem performance, setting thresholds, using
screen view, remote session, file transfer, working with system
partition, performance problems, defining Alert Manager, monitoring
critical files and applications, sending alerts to DMI, installing and
using Power-On.
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9. TWO NEW OS/2 MAGAZINES DEBUT ON THE WEB
Two exciting new magazines dedicated to serving the OS/2 community are
now available on the Web.
OS/2 Zone is an online version of a popular Australian magazine. It can
be found at http://www.os2zone.aus.net/demo/home.html
OS/2 E-Zine is an electronic magazine featuring software reviews and
other OS/2-related information. Check it out at
http://www.isisnet.com/haligonian/os2/
OS/2 E-Zine is also looking for contributors and sponsors. If you would
like to write for E-Zine contact Trevor @ trevor @ mail.isisnet.com. If
you know of an ISV that would like to hit a growing audience of OS/2
users, they can become sponsors of E-Zine, once again by contacting
Trevor.
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10. INFORMATION ON CURRENT OS/2 BETA OFFERINGS
A web page detailing current OS/2 beta offerings from the IBM PSP
Development Team is now available . Please point your browser to URL:
http://www.austin.ibm.com/pspinfo/betahome.html
This home page gives a general introduction to the beta program(s),
where support is located, and so on. Currently only the beta programs
from the LAN development team in Austin are detailed. Information about
the OS/2 base operating system betas and offerings from Lotus
Development Corp are planned to be posted as well.
Please look under the "Current PSP beta programs" section on the web
page and click on a beta program of interest to you. You will be linked
to a web page that gives details on the beta program function, support
and feedback method(s), plus how to order the beta for your evaluation.
Feel free to use the "Feedback to PSP" capability on the web page to
contact the Beta Management Team for non-technical questions.
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11. IBM HELPS OS/2 DEVELOPERS ENTER ASIA-PACIFIC MARKET
IBM has announced a range of services to assist OS/2 solution
developers' entry into the growing Asian software market. By leveraging
IBM's worldwide resources, Solution Developer Operations will assist
software and hardware vendors involved in OS/2 activities worldwide in
marketing their products in the Asia-Pacific region.
IBM's Solution Developer Operations division is offering a package of
services including consulting services and technical support to
developers wishing to include Double Byte Character Set (DBCS) enabling
in their OS/2 applications. SDO will also introduce ISVs and IHVs to
distributors and other business partners across the region, include
products and companies in the Japan OS/2 Consortium newsletter and
homepage, include products and partners in Asian trade shows, provide
certification programs and assist in setting up appointments in the
Asia-Pacific region.
Since IBM Solution Developers Operations began networking between ISVs
and local organizations in Asia, approximately 30 ISVs products have
been introduced to the Asia-Pacific market. More than 360 Japanese OS/2
applications are now available, up 50 percent from one year ago,
according to a study in the recent edition of "OS/2 Source Book" by
Japan OS/2 Consortium.
OS/2 Warp is enjoying considerable success across the region and is
available in languages including Japanese, Simplified Chinese (China),
Traditional Chinese (Taiwan), Thai and Korean. The Simplified Chinese
version of OS/2 Warp was launched in April 1995, with an endorsement
from the Chinese Ministry of Electronics Industry in August, the first
time that body has ever endorsed a specific software product. In Japan,
OS/2 Warp and OS/2 Warp Connect are widely available in major PC and
software retail stores, and 30 PC manufacturers, including NEC
Corporation, Toshiba Corporation, Hitachi Ltd. and Matsushita Electric
Industrial Co. sell PCs preloaded with OS/2 Warp. Major OS/2 customers
in the region include Chinese Ministry of Railroads, Japanese
telecommunications giant NTT, QBE Insurance in Australia, LG Industries
(formerly Lucky Goldstar) in Korea and Sumitomo Bank in Japan.
Further information on this and other IBM Solution Developer Operations
initiatives is available from the SDO home page at
http://www.austin.ibm.com/developer
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12. NEW VERSION OF R:BASE COMING SOON
Microrim, a subsidiary of Abacus Software Group, will release a new
version of its flagship R:BASE database software for OS/2. The company
demonstrated R:BASE 5.5 at Comdex. This is first major release since
R:BASE moved into the OS/2 arena. Version 5.5 adds a new graphical
user interface and design tool set for creating powerful database
applications.
R:BASE 5.5 for OS/2 PM is expected to ship in December. Microrim sells
R:BASE direct to corporate customers as well as offering the product
through various retail and distribution channels. R:BASE comes
network-ready and supports multi-user options.
For more information, visit the Microrim home page at
http://www.microrim.com
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13. ARCADA ANNOUNCES COMPREHENSIVE OS/2 WARP STRATEGY
Arcada Software announced an extensive strategy for OS/2 , including
native tape services, single server and client/server applications.
Arcada Backup for OS/2 Warp, the desktop segment for the company's
strategy, will be available in January 1996 with personal (QIC) and
professional (SCSI) editions, supporting floppy and SCSI-controlled tape
devices respectfully. The company now offers backup and disaster
recovery applications for OS/2 single server through its Sytos Premium
product line. Arcada Backup Exec for Warp Server represents the
client/server segment of the strategy.
"IBM is pleased to see Arcada's continued commitment to OS/2 on all data
protection levels -- operating system, desktop and server," said IBM
spokesman Dave Marshall. "In addition, Arcada is working with IBM to
develop native tape services to be included in a future release of OS/2
Warp, furthering the state of storage management in the OS/2 operating
environment."
Arcada Backup for OS/2 Warp will be available in January 1996. Arcada's suite of
OS/2 products include: Sytos Premium: Backup and Disaster Recovery
for OS/2 single server, Sytos Autoloader Module, also for single server;
Arcada Backup for OS/2 Warp - Personal Edition (parallel port/QIC);
Arcada Backup for OS/2 Warp - Professional Edition (SCSI included).
For more information, contact Arcada via the internet at
http://www.arcada.com.
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14. CORRECTION
The November 3 issue of this newsletter incorrectly described
Recognita 3.0 for OS/2 as a German product. In fact, Recognita is a
Hungarian product.
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15. WARP'D HUMOR
"This 'telephone' has too many shortcomings to be seriously
considered as a means of communication. The device is inherently
of no value to us."
--Western Union internal memo, 1876.
"The wireless music box has no imaginable commercial value. Who
would pay for a message sent to nobody in particular?"
--David Sarnoff's associates in response to his urgings for
investment in the radio in the 1920s.
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