File and Print services is the backbone need on any network. This is the basic building block upon which all shared business applications rely upon. As such what ever NOS (Network Operating System) you select, must satisfy the following requirements:

• Be efficient and fast
• Easy to configure and manage
• Allow for growth as your business grows

NetWare® 5 is the #1 network for Internet-enabled businesses. Through NDS, it provides centralized management of entire heterogeneous networks, from applications to the Internet-delivering an average 69 percent savings in administrative costs over non-directory-based systems. It supports open standards, including pure IP for increased network bandwidth (throughput) and faster performance. With proven network reliability, it offers users up to 23 days a year more server uptime over application servers. In all, NetWare 5 simplifies network and desktop management, consolidates protocols and operating systems, runs next-generation distributed applications, and delivers next generation file, print and web services - all at the lowest total cost of network ownership.

NetWare 4.2 is a proven network solution that gives Internet-enabled businesses more effective management and control of their increasingly complex networks to lower the cost of network ownership. It is built on the field-proven NetWare 4 with NDS and includes all reliability updates for increased dependability. Plus it is fully compatible with NetWare 5. The Z.E.N.works Starter Pack enables more efficient, centralized administration of network workstations. In addition, the Netscape FastTrack Web server, a new version of the Multi-protocol Router, and new versions of the Perl and NetBasic scripting tools make NetWare 4.2 an outstanding network for Internet and intranet integration.

NetWare for Small Business provides the most affordable, reliable solution for networks of 50 users or less. It's easy to install and features the Novell Easy Administration Tool™ (NEAT), which simplifies adding users, groups, printers and applications, thus allowing the network to be administered with little or no training. It provides network faxing, backup and virus protection. It features GroupWise for E-mail, calendaring, scheduling, task management, and document management. The GroupWise Universal Mailbox allows you to manage all your information at one familiar, easy-to-use place. GroupWise puts you in touch with the people and information you need anytime, anywhere.

The NetWare® 3.2 Enhancement Pack (3.2 EP) is easy-to-install software that enables NetWare 3.12 users to easily update and enhance their networks. 3.2 EP simplifies administration with an attractive new Windows*-based SYSCON utility. It enhances network performance with 32-bit client software optimized for maximum speed and throughput, and improves system reliability by including all software updates developed since the release of NetWare 3.12. What's more, 3.2 EP includes the NetWare Link Services Protocol™ suite, which provides reduced routing overhead and more efficient use of wide-area network bandwidth. And it includes Netscape Navigator* and software that makes NetWare 3 networks Year 2000 ready.