Novell yesterday announced the availability of NetWare 5 Network File System (NFS) Services, as well as the opening of beta testing for Novell Directory Services (NDS) Version 8.
NetWare 5 NFS Services are designed to provide smooth connectivity between NetWare 5 servers and Unix-based systems, Novell said in a statement. The latest version includes enhanced security and administration from a single point; allows users with WebNFS-enabled browsers to access files on the NetWare 5 server over the Internet or intranet; and supports Novell Storage Services (NSS) volumes.
NetWare 5 NFS Services are available immediately in the U.S. and Europe for $2,995 per server license. Customers already using a previous version of NetWare NFS can upgrade for $1,440 per server license, Novell said.
Meanwhile, a license to use the NDS Version 8 beta is available today free of charge. Existing NetWare 5 customers may download NDS Version 8 from Novell's Web site at http://support.novell.com/beta/public/.
Novell also announced updates to its PartnerNet program for resellers. The revised program, PartnerNet99, aims to give resellers improved sales and technical education along with tools to drive adoption of NetWare 5 and NDS software, the company said in a statement.
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