Revolutionary Software Turns One Computer into Ten

Userful releases 1-Box for Linux 1.0. The 1-Box software quickly and easily turns a single ordinary PC into a network of up to ten workstations, creating a ten-to-one advantage over traditional desktop deployments.

CALGARY, AB (PRWEB) November 6, 2004 -- Modern desktop computers sit idle virtually the entire day while we read or type. In order to leverage this unused computing power, Userful releases 1-Box for Linux 1.0. The 1-Box software quickly turns a single ordinary PC into a network of up to ten workstations, creating a ten-to-one advantage over traditional desktop deployments. After three years of selling the 1-Box software as a turnkey solution, Userful is releasing it as a stand-alone product for international distribution. This ground-breaking software is revolutionizing desktop computing in public and commercial environments across North America.

The portability and speed of deploying 1-Box software is outstanding. We've literally been able to unpack, set-up and test an eight-user network in less than twenty-five minutes," said David Cooper, President of ITSportsNet. The 1-Box software gives us a dramatic edge over our competitors who are still struggling using traditional PCs or thin clients."

With 1-Box software, up to ten users can work off of a single computer box. By adding extra video cards users can simultaneously browse the Internet, send email and run a wide variety of business and productivity software, independently, with no significant loss in performance. Each user requires only a standard monitor, USB keyboard and mouse. By reducing hardware, software, and maintenance costs, Userful's 1-Box software reduces the total cost of ownership by as much as ninety per cent.

Tim Griffin, President of Userful, said, Our 1-Box multi-user software leverages Linux's significant advantages of security, reliability, virus-immunity, affordability and extensibility. 1-Box software integrates easily with all major Linux distributions, creating a powerful and compelling enhancement for anyone deploying Linux on the desktop."

In addition to making desktop computing drastically more affordable, 1-Box software has substantial environmental benefits as well. A ninety per cent reduction in hardware greatly reduces an organization's power consumption, air conditioning and disposal of computer hardware.

Userful's 1-Box software customers include libraries, academic institutions, Internet cafes and commercial businesses across North America.

About Userful

For the past three years, Userful has been transforming the world of desktop computing with their unique 1-Box software. Userful's innovation of turning one computer into ten has earned them the status of technology leaders in desktop computing. With this ten-to-one advantage, Userful has gained a strong presence in the public computing market; with the mission to become the dominant platform for multi-user desktop computing worldwide.

For more information about Userful and 1-Box, visit Userful's online newsroom at http://www.userful.com/press/

NOTE: Userful is a registered trademark in Canada. 1-Box and Pre-Book are trademarks in Canada, the United States and other countries. Linux is a registered trademark of Linus Torvalds.

Contact Information:

Ally Bogard | Marketing & PR

Userful

403-289-2177 Ext.219

866-USERFUL (873-7385)

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