Dubai - 28 February 2006 - Netviewer launches one2one 3.1, the latest version of the secure desktop sharing, remote support and web-conferencing software that requires no prior installation and no configuration - the perfect solution for impromptu online meetings.

Netviewer enables enterprises to increase productivity, improve operational efficiencies and reduce costs by facilitating the sharing of information in real-time via the Internet, facilitating the  viewing, discussion and joint editing of projects and documents - be it a website, contract, draft document, planning brief, graphic or CAD file, strategic planning.

Netviewer applications enable Internet users to view each other's screens from any location.  The only requirement for using Netviewer is an Internet connection.  Each Netviewer session is encrypted, using standard blowfish encryption tools which safeguard information with client security access features.  Because Netviewer requires no client application downloads and as there are no system changes, the registry remains unchanged.

The latest version 3.1 of Netviewer one2one, the preferred solution for two people who work together, offers enhanced features which make the Netviewer experience even more seamless.

Customised options include:

  • Updated, even more intuitive user interface.

  • 'Floating' control panel allowing placement anywhere on the screen.

  • Link to online help page.

  • File transfer' tray for drag & drop of documents.

  • 'Favourites' tray automatically generates links for contained documents.

  • Back Monitor

  • Chat

  • Notes field

Added to the existing features:

  • Pointer arrow

  • Change of viewing direction

  • Drag and drop file transfer

  • Remote access

  • Application Selection

Netviewer is fast becoming an established communications tool along with e-mail, fax and telephone.  It can be used with any software application and can save businesses time and money by encouraging employees to conduct meetings from their office or home.  Uses are many and include:

  • Collaboration on time critical management decisions

  • Immediate distribution and transfer of large documents too big for email attachments.

  • Project management collaboration, for example: architect, builder, site foreman, financier.

  • Medical review of x-rays etc making the expertise of specialist disciplines immediately available world wide.

  • Teacher/student support and online tutorial.

  • Remote office management, for example bank managers called into regional discussions.

  • Staff training, in house or remote locations.

  • Webinars to deliver sales messages over a global market.

  • Travel companies that need to communicate with tour operators and suppliers worldwide.

  • Government requiring secure communication with overseas offices - trade, embassies and regional offices.

  • Online-Shop, for example, introduce and assist customers in filling in forms.

  • As a sales tool, for example presenting a PowerPoint presentation to a potential customer.

  • Technical and call centre support.

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About Netviewer
Netviewer GmbH is one of the fastest growing software companies in Germany.  Netviewer GmbH publishes Netviewer, software for web-collaboration, desktop sharing and web-conferencing.  Netviewer allows internet users to view each others screens simultaneously.  Any application can be viewed and edited jointly: websites, spread sheet calculations, drafts etc.  As communication becomes more efficient, time and money can be saved and productivity increased.  More than 1300 customers' world wide, including BMW, PriceWaterhouseCoopers, Siemens and Agfa are already using Netviewer-Software.

About Avanquest UK
Avanquest UK is part of Avanquest Software, a global developer and leading publisher of best-selling personal and professional software designed for utilities, office productivity, communications and mobility worldwide. Headquartered in France, with operating units, subsidiaries and offices located in United States, France, Germany, Great Britain, Italy, Spain, China and Korea, Avanquest Software products are marketed in over 100 countries, through e-commerce, OEM partnerships and IT resellers. Founded in 1984 as BVRP Software and listed since December 1996 on Euronext (ISIN FR0004026714), Avanquest Software forms part of the Eurolist, NextEconomy segment and SBF 250 index.

About Datawatch
Datawatch are business partners of Avanquest in Europe and the Middle East.

Contacts:
Liz Fox
Citigate Middle East
Tel: 050 551 5971
Email: liz.fox@citigateme.com

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