Xara Online launches a File Protection web page addon for non-programmers

Xara Online, a leading provider of web page addons, today announced the launch of File Protect, a utility that enables non technical Webmasters or website owners to quickly add password protected file download to their website.

Xara Online, a leading provider of web page addons, today announced the launch of File Protect, a utility that enables non technical Webmasters or website owners to quickly add password protected file download to their website.

This easy to use web-based management of protected files and username/password lists requires nothing to be installed on the server. It works with all web browsers and provides real security, unlike some password utilities that simply rely on hidden files. Unless a valid username and password is entered site visitors cannot access or download files. File Protect can be used to protect any file type e.g. web pages, photos, music, PDF or Word documents. The protected files are served from fast Xara servers, saving the webmaster bandwith costs. An optional free Excel utility allows editing of the username list directly from the desktop. The Xara web page addons can be seamlessly integrated into a website within minutes, making them ideal for Webmasters.

"The Xara web page addons have already proved valuable to webmasters and non-webmasters alike for enhancing the functionality of their website quickly and easily." says Nova Fisher, VP Communications. "Aware that costs, time constraints or non programming skills are a concern for everyone, these web page addons are ideal for Webmasters and Web Developers as it enables them to create data-driven web sites far quicker, whilst freeing up the time of technical staff."

For further details look at http://www.xaraonline.com/home/applications/fileprotect_home.htm
For details on the wide range of Xara web page addons go to http://www.xaraonline.com

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About Xara Online
Xara Online has developed a range of web page addons that enables anyone, from business owners to experienced webmasters, to add a wide range of page components and data functionality to any website.

Xara Online has also developed an innovative rapid application development system for non-programmers. These components, known as Xara Modules are modular Web Services that can be connected together by non-technical webmasters to create a range of rich, powerful database, mail, SMS and content applications for their website.

Xara Online is a division of the Xara Group (www.xara.com). The Xara Group has been developing software since 1981 and is one of the oldest continuously trading independent software developers in the business today. The Xara Group is privately funded.


About The New Xara Online Connectable Web Service Technology:
The Xara Online revolutionary system of connectable modules is based upon the new Web Service industry standards such as XML, SOAP and .NET.Xara believe they are the world's first connectable Web Services aimed at the non-technical, non-programmer market. The first connectable modules include Form, Mailer, Database, Query, Reporter and SMS modules enabling non-programmers to create a wide variety of data driven applications, from simple polls and feedback forms to online sales databases, content management or a full club membership application.

About File Protect:
Price: $9.95 (6 or 8.6 euros) monthly or $99.50 (60 or 86 euros) yearly with a special introductory offer of $79 (47 or 68 euros) until 31st July 2003
Includes 10 Mbytes of protected files, 250 usernames/passwords - more file storage or more username can be purchased if required


For further information contact:
Nova Fisher, VP Communications, Xara Group
nova@xara.com Telephone: +44 (0)1442 350350

Xara Online,
Gaddesden Place,
Hemel Hempstead,
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HP2 6EX
Tel: +44(0)1442 350350
Fax: +44(0)1442 351010

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