First Two-Way Corporate Portal Tool Unveiled

DataChannel,
Inc. today announced the release of DataChannel RIO 3.1, the first
Intranet framework to enable two-way corporate portals through the use of a
unified, browser-based interface.

The latest release of DataChannel RIO is a significant upgrade from the 3.0
version. There are numerous features and usability enhancements to the
product, including in-browser publishing capabilities.

Additionally, DataChannel RIO’s cross-platform server capabilities have
been enhanced. DataChannel RIO is a popular add-to Microsoft NT and
Microsoft IIS, and it can now be added to the Netscape Enterprise Server
and Apache Web server as well.

Enhancements key to this release include:

• DataChannel RIO users have the added option of Saving to the Web within
  their browser through HTML as well as added Active X technology supported by
  Microsoft.
  

  
  

• Searching Capabilities includes Meta-data searching and Microsoft Index
  Server integration, which provides users with two tools they need to
  provide fast, relevant searches.
  

  
  

• Installation improvements can deploy DataChannel RIO in a Windows
  NT/IIS environment or utilize the updated UNIX installation supporting
  Netscape Enterprise Server or Apache Web server.
  

  
  

• Data Integration extensions includes “jumpstart” kits for Microsoft
  Active Server pages and Lotus Notes.
  

DataChannel RIO product also includes an Open API which enables
customization and optimization of a solution, centralized administration
and control, and instant content distribution and management.

DataChannel RIO 3.1 is available now, starting at $9,500 for the
DataChannel RIO server for Windows NT and $14,500 for DataChannel RIO for
Unix. For additional information, or to download a free 45-day trial
version, visit the DataChannel Web site.