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Novosoft Announces Closer Integration with Windows OS in the Upcoming Handy Backup 6.7

handybackup — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 05:24:37 +0000

Novosoft, an international software development company, today announced the new features and official release date for the new version of their backup software Handy Backup.

Alliance, Ohio – Novosoft, one of the leading providers of backup solutions for Windows Servers and individual PCs, today announced their plan to release a new 6.7 version of Handy Backup, featuring integration with Windows OS. The release is scheduled for June 15, 2010.

“We are excited to introduce new features and further improve experience of Handy Backup users,” said Alexander Prichalov, head of Development Department of Novosoft. “The upcoming 6.7 version will allow adding Backup and Restore options to Windows Explorer, through registering them in Windows Shell Extension. This brings a new level of flexibility to back-up management, and we believe that all users of Handy Backup will enjoy it!”

Windows Shell Extension is a technology that allows extending Windows environment with new functionality, such as “drag-and-dropping” data from folders to a program, displaying program’s commands in the context menu, and other.

“At present, integration with Explorer works with files and folders only,” added Mr. Prichalov. “In the next versions we are planning to integrate a FUSE-like technology, to let users see their e-mails, databases and other data as Windows folders. This will let them perform complete PC backup through a context menu, or by common drag-and-drop operations.”

The release of version 6.7 is planned for June 15, 2010, and all existing customers will be able to upgrade to a new version free of charge.

About Handy Backup

Handy Backup is a family of backup and sync software designed for computers working under Windows 7/Vista/XP/2000 and 2008/2003/2000 Server OS. There are three editions for individual PCs: Standard, Professional and Full, and a corporate backup edition called Handy Backup Server. The editions have different sets of features and are targeted at different market segments. Prices of the software range from $39 for Handy Backup Standard to $599 for Handy Backup Server which can back up MS SQL Servers, MS Exchange Servers, Oracle, DB2, Lotus Notes, ODBC-compatible databases, and other data.

Contact

Alexander Rassokhin
Novosoft
Phone: +7 (383) 330-34-69
E-mail: pr@novosoft.net

Novosoft Releases Handy Backup 6.6 to Enhance Its Enterprise Backup Offerings

handybackup — Tue, 18 May 2010 07:02:25 +0000

Novosoft releases an update to its famous line of backup software. The new 6.6 version of Handy Backup comes with multiple improvements to server-specific functions, including MS SQL, MS Exchange and Database Backup plug-ins, which now have optimized architecture and support more system configurations.

Alliance, Ohio, May 18, 2010 – Novosoft, one of the leading vendors of backup software worldwide, has announced the release of Handy Backup 6.6, a new version of backup software for Windows Server-based networks and individual PCs. The changes include improvements to functions used to work with Microsoft SQL and Exchange Servers, and to an engine responsible for transferring data via FTP.
“It’s been almost a year since Handy Backup received Microsoft’s Works with Windows Server 2008 logo, and its compatibility with Microsoft’s server solutions made an important contribution to this certification,” – said Alexander Prichalov, head of Novosoft’s development department. “Since then, we’ve made a lot of great enhancements, and it’s a great pleasure to see the interest to Handy Backup from corporate users increasing with each new release.”
Novosoft’s Handy Backup is famous for its extensible architecture, where all backup jobs are performed by so-called plug-ins that can be updated and improved independently of the program’s core. Server-specific plug-ins include MS Exchange, MS SQL, IBM DB2, IBM Lotus, Oracle and Database Backup.
About Handy Backup
Handy Backup is a family of professional backup and synchronization software for Windows Server 2008/2003/2000 and Windows 7/Vista/XP/2000 operating systems. It is available in multiple editions targeted at different market segments, with prices of enterprise backup editions ranging from $199 for Handy Backup Full to $599 for Handy Backup Server. For more information, please refer to the product website at http://www.handybackup.net
About Novosoft
Established in 1992, Novosoft aims to be recognized as an important force in setting and maintaining the standards for software development services in the international IT market. The expertise and experience of Novosoft employees, driven by their creativity and ingenuity keeps the company ahead of the competition, winning the highest customer satisfaction and trust. You can learn more about Novosoft at the corporate website at http://www.novosoft-us.com.
Contact
Alexander Rassokhin
Novosoft
Phone: +7 (383) 330-34-69
E-mail: pr@novosoft.net

Novosoft Announces an Innovative Cross-Platform Backup and Disaster Recovery Solution

handybackup — Wed, 05 May 2010 08:17:15 +0000

Novosoft, one of the leading providers of backup solutions worldwide, today announced that they are about to introduce a new product extending their flagship product line Handy Backup™ with a cross-platform disaster recovery solution.
Alliance, Ohio, May 5, 2010 – Novosoft, an international IT-consulting and software development company, today announced their plan to release a new disaster recovery solution this month. The program will be an innovative Java-driven software providing an easy way to restore PC system after major failures. The utility is scheduled to be released in the end of May.
“We have developed a disk imaging module for Handy Backup over three years ago,” said Alexander Prichalov, head of Novosoft development department. “Though it was a hugely successful initiative, image-based backups created by the program could hardly be used for disaster recovery, as they required you to have a working operating system. The new solution will allow you to create a recovery CD or flash drive, bringing Handy Backup to a new level of usability and accessibility.”
A common obstacle faced by most developers of backup and disaster recovery software is that Windows doesn’t allow restoring a backup onto a working system. This requires creating a separate utility for Linux or Unix-like operating systems, capable of restoring backups made in Windows.
“We decided to go further than just a simple system recovery tool and developed a standalone Java application that has the same powerful architecture that we have in Windows version of the program,” – said Mr. Prichalov. “And as if cross-platform-ability was not enough, we’ve also integrated an innovative browser-based interface that reconstructs Windows-style folders and is greatly convenient for those users who are unfamiliar with Linux. We are planning to release the program on May 31, 2010.”
About Handy Backup
Handy Backup™ is a family of disaster recovery and backup software for Windows 7/Vista/XP/2000 and 2008/2003/2000 Server operating systems. It is available in three editions for individual PCs: Standard, Professional and Full, and a corporate backup edition called Handy Backup Server. The editions have different sets of features and are targeted at different market segments. To learn more, please refer to the product website at http://www.handybackup.net/order.shtml
About Novosoft
Established in 1992, Novosoft specializes in delivering integrated technology solutions, custom software development and IT-consulting services worldwide. With over 500 large-scale projects completed in various fields of IT-industry, it aims to be recognized as an important force in setting and maintaining the standards for software development services in the international IT market. The expertise and experience of Novosoft employees, driven by their creativity and ingenuity keeps the company ahead of the competition, winning the highest customer satisfaction and trust. For more information, please refer to the corporate website at http://www.novosoft-us.com.
Contact
Alexander Rassokhin
Novosoft
Phone: +7 (383) 330-34-69
E-mail: pr@novosoft.net

Novosoft Signs a Distribution Agreement with Ztorm to Deliver Handy Backup Software to the Nordic Region

handybackup — Wed, 21 Apr 2010 08:06:15 +0000

Novosoft, an international IT-consulting and software development company, has announced that it has entered into an agreement with Ztorm, the leading Sweden distributor of digital content, to increase the availability of Novosoft’s flagship product Handy Backup in the Northern Europe.
Alliance, Ohio, April 21, 2010 – Novosoft, one of the leading vendors of software backup solutions worldwide, today announced that it has entered into an agreement with Ztorm, the Nordic region’s leading digital distributor and service provider. Under the agreement, Ztorm will facilitate the sales of Novosoft’s line of backup software Handy Backup through its partner network.
“The partnership with such an experienced and known company is a significant achievement of our sales team,” said Nataly Sigaeva, head of Novosoft’s marketing department. “We hope that their wide reach and knowledge of the Nordic region’s will help Handy Backup quickly gain acceptance and recognition as the most prominent and full-featured backup utility in home and small business markets.”
Under the terms of the agreement, Ztorm will increase the availability of four titles of Novosoft’s products, Handy Backup Standard, Handy Backup Professional, Handy Backup Full and Handy Backup Server, in the Northern Europe. The entire partner network of distribution outlets will have unlimited access to Novosoft’s training and education services and will be backed up by Novosoft’s own support and engineering team.
About Novosoft
Established in 1992, Novosoft develops a wide range of software solutions for individual PC users and small business networks. Novosoft’s flagship product Handy Backup is an award-winning backup software for Windows platform. Prices of the software range from $39 for Standard edition to $599 for a network backup edition called Handy Backup Server. For more information, please refer to the product website at http://www.handybackup.net
About Ztorm
Ztorm is a Sweden-based company specializing in digital distribution of movies, games and audiobooks in the Nordic region. The company provides a full service platform, offering Publishers and Retailers a cost effective way to deliver digital goods to customers over the internet. Ztorm’s services range from fully integrated API solutions to campaign stores developed for customer loyalty programs. To learn more, please refer to http://www.ztorm.com/
Contact
Alexander Rassokhin
Novosoft
Phone: +7 (383) 330-34-69
E-mail: pr@novosoft.net

Novosoft Partners with SoftGen Australia to Increase Availability of Their Backup Solution in Australia and APAC

handybackup — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 04:19:38 +0000

Novosoft, an international provider of innovative software development and IT-consulting services, has announced a new partnership with SoftGen Australia, to distribute Novosoft’s proprietary software Handy Backup across the APAC region.

Alliance, Ohio, April 13, 2010 – Novosoft, one of the leading vendors of software backup solutions worldwide, announced that it has entered into an agreement with SoftGen Australia Pty Limited, an Australian value-added distributor. Under the terms of the agreement, SoftGen Australia will promote and sell Novosoft’s flagship product Handy Backup through its partner network.

“We are delighted to have reached an agreement with such an experienced company and add them as a Value Added Distributor,” said Nataly Sigaeva, head of Novosoft’s marketing department. “We believe that their solid knowledge of the APAC market will further enforce Handy Backup’s position as the most prominent and full-featured utility in the area of backup and security.”

Under the agreement, SoftGen Australia will assist in the expansion of four Novosoft’s titles of backup software: Handy Backup Standard, Handy Backup Professional, Handy Backup Full and Handy Backup Server. The entire network of resellers, SI’s, VAR’s, OEM’s and system integrators will have full access to Novosoft’s training and education services and will be backed up by Novosoft’s own support and engineering team.

About Novosoft

Established in 1992, Novosoft develops and markets a range of software solutions for individual PC users and small business networks. Novosoft’s flagship product Handy Backup is an award-winning backup software for Windows platform. Prices of the software range from $39 for Standard edition to $599 for a network backup edition called Handy Backup Server. For more information, please refer to the product website at http://www.handybackup.net

About SoftGen Australia

SoftGen Australia Pty Limited is a Sydney-based value-added distributor that provides a wide range of IT services in Australia and APAC. Featuring an extensive network of channel partners, the company specializes in software solutions designed to speed time-to-market, increase security and lower costs of doing business. To learn more, please refer to http://www.sgen.com.au

Contact
Alexander Rassokhin
Novosoft
Phone: +7 (383) 330-34-69
E-mail: pr@novosoft.net

Novosoft Enters into an Agreement with Prodata to Deliver Handy Backup to South Africa

handybackup — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 05:32:15 +0000

Novosoft, an international software development and IT-consulting company, today announced that it has entered into a distribution agreement with Prodata Group, to make their flagship software Handy Backup™ available in South Africa.

Alliance, Ohio, April 6, 2010 – Novosoft, a privately-held software development company, one of the leading providers of backup software solutions worldwide, today announced a partnership with Prodata Group, aimed to increase availability of four titles of Novosoft’s product line Handy Backup™ through Prodata’s business channels in South Africa.

“We are delighted to have come to an agreement with Prodata Computer Services with their wide reach and significant customer database,” – said Nataly Sigaeva, head of marketing department of Novosoft. “We believe that this partnership will let us reduce the cost of doing business in South Africa, help us keep people more informed about our software, and ultimately provide better service to all of our clients.”
Under the terms of the agreement, Prodata will assist in promotion and sales of four Novosoft’s products, Handy Backup Standard, Handy Backup Professional, Handy Backup Full and Handy Backup Server, lowering barriers and increasing the program’s presence in home and small business markets.

About Novosoft

Established in 1992, Novosoft aims to be recognized as an important force in setting and maintaining the standards for software development services in the international IT market. It’s primarily famous for Handy Backup™, a line of backup software for Windows 7/Vista/XP/2000 and 2008/2003/2000 Server. Prices of Handy Backup range from $39 for Standard edition to $599 for Handy Backup Server which is an all-included solution for enterprise server backup. For more information, please refer to the product website at http://www.handybackup.net/backup.shtml

About Prodata Group

Founded in 1992, Prodata has long been a pioneer in supplying South African individuals and businesses with system integration, software development, IT-security and distribution services. The company offers the best of breed hardware and software, ensuring the implementation of robust solutions and delivering the maximum return on clients’ investments. To learn more, please see http://www.prodata.co.za/

Contact
Alexander Rassokhin
Novosoft
Phone: +7 (383) 330-34-69
E-mail: pr@novosoft.net

Novosoft Signs Distribution Agreement with Debiz Enterprise, Bringing the Leading Backup Solution to Malaysia

handybackup — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 07:28:52 +0000

Novosoft, one of the leading vendors of backup software worldwide, today announced that it has entered into an agreement with Malaysian IT-consulting and software distribution company, Debiz Enterprise. The partnership will increase the availability of Novosoft’s line of backup products Handy Backup™ in Southeast Asia.

Alliance, Ohio, March 30, 2010 – Novosoft, an international software development and IT-consulting company, today announced a new partnership with Debiz Enterprise to promote their products in Malaysia. Debiz Enterprise will make four titles of Novosoft’s line of backup software Handy Backup™ available for purchase through its business channels.

“We are happy to have formed a partnership with Debiz Enterprise and further invest in the growth of our business in Asian countries,” – said Nataly Sigaeva, head of marketing department of Novosoft. “Malaysian IT market is among the fastest growing in the world, and we believe that our cooperation with an experienced software distributor will help Handy Backup quickly become the most popular solution in its class.”

Under the terms of the agreement, Debiz Enterprise will facilitate the expansion of four titles of Novosoft’s backup solutions, Handy Backup Standard, Handy Backup Professional, Handy Backup Full and Handy Backup Server, lowering barriers and increasing the software’s presence in home and small business markets.

About Novosoft

Established in 1992, Novosoft specializes in delivering integrated technology solutions, custom software development and IT-consulting services worldwide. It is famous for Handy Backup™, a family of data backup software for Windows 7/Vista/XP/2000 and 2008/2003/2000 Server. Prices of Handy Backup range from $39 for Standard edition to $599 for Handy Backup Server which is an all-included solution for enterprise server backup. For more information, please refer to the product website at http://www.handybackup.net/

About Debiz Enterprise

Established in 1999, Debiz Enterprise provides businesses and individuals with a broad range of services including custom computer building, IT consultations and education and hardware and software sales. The company manages a software portal that specializes in CAD software and system utilities. To learn more, please see http://www.bizbit.com/

Contact
Alexander Rassokhin
Novosoft
Phone: +7 (383) 330-34-69
E-mail: pr@novosoft.net

Novosoft Releases Handy Backup 6.5.2 to Provide Home Users with a More Friendly Backup Software

handybackup — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 10:34:12 +0000

Novosoft releases a new 6.5.2 version of their popular data backup utility Handy Backup. The new version features an improved engine of XML plug-ins which allows backing up computer applications with all files, folders and Windows registry entries responsible for their performance.

Alliance, Ohio, March 24, 2010 – Novosoft, one of the leading vendors of backup software for Windows PCs and Windows Server-based networks, today announced the release of Handy Backup 6.5.2. The updated version includes improvements to an engine responsible for backing up applications installed on user’s computer.
Handy Backup has a plug-in-based architecture, where the user only needs to choose the corresponding plug-in to back up his e-mails, databases, programs and other data. Plug-ins for backing up PC programs are well-formed XML documents describing backup rules, and Handy Backup 6.5.2 features an enhanced engine for working with them.

“What differentiates Handy Backup from other backup software is that it doesn’t treat your PC data like faceless chunk of memory,” said Alexander Prichalov, head of Novosoft development department. “It has explicit plug-ins for all popular applications, such as Windows Mail or Skype, that enable you to back up all settings, tweaks and preferences – just the way you like them. The new version comes with a more flexible plug-in engine which opens more options for both users and plug-in developers.”

In addition to more than twenty free plug-ins that can be downloaded from the official Handy Backup website (http://www.handybackup.net/backup-plugins.shtml), Novosoft also invites users to create backup plug-ins of their own, send them to Novosoft and receive a free license of Handy Backup in return.

About Handy Backup

Handy Backup is a family of data backup and disaster recovery software for computers working under Windows 7/Vista/XP/2000 and 2008/2003/2000 Server operating systems. It is available in two editions for home PCs, called Handy Backup Standard and Handy Backup Professional, and two editions for enterprise backup, called Handy Backup Full and Handy Backup Server. Prices of Handy Backup range from $39 for Standard edition to $599 for Handy Backup Server. For more information, please refer to the product website at http://www.handybackup.net

About Novosoft

Established in 1992, Novosoft specializes in delivering integrated technology solutions, custom software development and IT-consulting services worldwide. With over 500 large-scale projects completed in various fields of IT-industry, it aims to be recognized as an important force in setting and maintaining the standards for software development services in the international IT market. The expertise and experience of Novosoft employees, driven by their creativity and ingenuity keeps the company ahead of the competition, winning the highest customer satisfaction and trust. You can learn more about Novosoft at the corporate website at http://www.novosoft-us.com.

Contact
Alexander Rassokhin
Novosoft
Phone: +7 (383) 330-34-69
E-mail: pr@novosoft.net

Novosoft Partners with Zinnium to Distribute Their Backup Software Across Australia and New Zealand

handybackup — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 05:19:18 +0000

Novosoft, an international software development and IT-consulting company, has partnered with Zinnium, Australian software distribution company, to deliver their backup solution Handy Backup to Australia and New Zealand.

Novosoft, one of the leading vendors of software backup solutions worldwide, has entered into an agreement with Zinnium, Australian software distribution company. Zinnium will assist in promotion and sales of of Novosoft’s innovative software Handy Backup™ in Australia and New Zealand, increasing its presence in home and small business markets.

“We are thrilled about the new opportunities that this partnership with Zinnium brings to us,” said Nataly Sigaeva, head of Novosoft’s marketing department. “Expanding our partner network with one of the most successful Australian software distributors will strengthen our position as the leading provider of backup solutions for Windows PCs. We believe that Zinnium’s unparalleled expertise and knowledge of the market will help Handy Backup earn recognition and trust of Australian and New Zealand users.”

Under the terms of the agreement, Zinnium will facilitate the expansion of four titles of Novosoft’s line of backup solutions: Handy Backup Standard, Handy Backup Professional, Handy Backup Full and Handy Backup Server. The entire Zinnium’s partner network of resellers, dealers and system integrators will be backed up by Novosoft’s engineering and technical support team, delivering the highest levels of service and customer satisfaction.

About Novosoft

With over 18 years of experience in software development, Novosoft is primarily famous for its flagship product Handy Backup™. Handy Backup is a line of backup solutions designed to automate backups of PC files and business applications, including SQL databases, Exchange servers, IBM Lotus, and other. Prices of Handy Backup range from $39 for Standard edition to $599 for an enterprise backup software Handy Backup Server. For more information, please refer to the product website at http://www.handybackup.net/

About Zinnium

Zinnium is an Australian software distribution company that represents solutions of high value product vendors and manages a large network of resellers, systems integrators and specialist consultants to satisfy client demand for innovative and cost effective software. The company works closely with partner organizations that are leaders in their field, maintaining a reliable and dependable distribution network in Australia and New Zealand. For more details, please visit http://www.zinnium.com

Contact

Alexander Rassokhin
Novosoft
Phone: +7 (383) 330-34-69
E-mail: pr@novosoft.net

Novosoft Signs Distribution Agreement with CPS to Deliver the Leading Backup Solution to CIS Countries

handybackup — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 07:35:48 +0000

Novosoft announced that it has partnered with one of the leading Russian software distributors, CPS. The partnership will increase the availability of Novosoft’s flagship product Handy Backup in Russia and CIS countries.

Alliance, Ohio, February 16, 2010 – Novosoft, one of the leading developers of backup software worldwide, has entered into an agreement with CPS (Center of Professional Software), one of the largest software distributors in Russia and CIS countries. This partnership will make Novosoft’s product line Handy Backup™ available for purchase through CPS’s partner network.

“We are happy to have teamed up with CPS and support it as one of the leading distributors of digital content in Russia,” said Nataly Sigaeva, head of Novosoft’s marketing department. “We believe that this will be another shining example of how collaboration of an innovative software vendor and an experienced software distributor can make a program grow to the most popular solution in its market.”

Under the terms of the agreement, CPS will promote and sell four titles of Novosoft’s line of backup solutions, Handy Backup Standard, Handy Backup Professional, Handy Backup Full and Handy Backup Server, through their partner network in Russia and CIS countries.

About Novosoft

With over 18 years of experience in software development, Novosoft is primarily famous for its flagship product line, Handy Backup™. Handy Backup is a family of backup solutions designed to automate backups of computer files and business applications, including Exchange servers, SQL databases, Oracle, and much more. Prices of Handy Backup range from $39 for Standard edition to $599 for an enterprise backup solution Handy Backup Server. For more information, please refer to the product website at http://www.handybackup.net/

About CPS

Founded in 1993, CPS (Center of Professional Software) is one of the largest software distribution and licensing companies in Russia and CIS countries. Their partner network numbers over 1800 dealers, resellers and online portals, and their catalog features the broadest range of titles including Adobe, Microsoft, Steinberg, Kaspersky Lab, and other worldwide known products. For more details, please visit http://www.cps.ru

Contact

Alexander Rassokhin
Novosoft
Phone: +7 (383) 330-34-69
E-mail: pr@novosoft.net