SlipStream Data Launches Version 3.2 Of The Leading Web and Email Accelerator
New version delivers even faster performance, enhanced graphics and easier integration with 3rd party applications
Waterloo, Ontario - July 28, 2004 - SlipStream Data Inc. today announced the availability of SlipStream SP Version 3.2-the latest release of the world's fastest and most widely used web and email acceleration software.
With SlipStream SP Version 3.2 users get the most powerful web and email acceleration solution that combines patented, proprietary data compression technology with optimization components to further increase both performance and graphics quality. This compression technology has enabled Internet Service Providers (ISPs) to quickly and easily deliver value-added services over existing dial-up and wireless networks at up to six times traditional speeds. Version 3.2 is now even faster-with up to 20% improvement over SlipStream's previous version, which was consistently proven to be the fastest dial accelerator by independent tests.
The latest version also eases integration with third-party filtering, parental control, security and privacy applications. SlipStream recently announced partnerships with third-party applications from industry leaders such as Zero-Knowledge Systems (www.zeroknowledge.com), NetSweeper (www.net-sweeper.com) and Kidsnet (www.kidsnet.com), which provide ISPs with the most flexible and comprehensive selection of value-added services to attract and retain customers.
"This new version raises the industry benchmark for speed and ease of use," said Ron Neumann, president of SlipStream Data Inc. "Our latest technology advancements not only increase performance, but our core compression technology has evolved so that any complementary third-party application can be integrated seamlessly. We give ISPs total control over the services they offer by allowing them to deploy the fastest acceleration solution with other third-party software of their choice. The benefits to an ISP are unrivalled because we offer the most versatile solution that they can in turn bundle and brand as their own. It all translates into a better online experience for the end user."
With Version 3.2, SlipStream has added a number of new features and innovative improvements to its core data compression engine. In addition to faster performance and easier integration with third-party applications, these new features include patent-pending "advanced image compression", resulting in up to 40% reduction in size as well as improved quality of images. Anti-SPAM functionality is also included in this release through the "disable SMTP" feature, which provides ISPs with maximum flexibility and control to stop outgoing SPAM while still accelerating incoming emails.
"ISPs need to diversify and roll out additional value-added services such as accelerated dialup or face losing customers," said Mark Quigley, research director, Yankee Group Canada. "Broadband services are not always accessible or feasible for everyone. Companies like SlipStream provide ISPs with vital technology that addresses the need for more affordable Internet performance."
SlipStream is the defacto standard in the accelerated dial-up market, with over 800 ISP Partners worldwide. The company's sophisticated web and email acceleration technologies compress, optimize and streamline web content, providing a dramatic improvement in access speeds over traditional dial-up and wireless networks. This technology gives ISPs a fast and flexible way of rolling out unique value-added services that can be fully branded. SlipStream ultimately enables ISPs to reduce subscriber churn by offering users a more fulfilling online experience.
SlipStream SP Version 3.2 is available for testing immediately and will be generally available in early August of 2004.
About SlipStream Data
Founded in 2000 in Waterloo, Ontario, SlipStream Data Inc. is a privately-owned software development company that delivers on the need to increase the speed of Internet access-regardless of network connection-by providing unparalleled compression. SlipStream's web accelerator product is the fastest on the market, as confirmed by recent independent tests, increasing dial-up and wireless access speeds by as much as six times. The company's primary customers are ISPs, ASPs, carriers and corporations, including United Online for their NetZero and Juno solutions, Wanadoo and AOL Canada. For more information visit: http://www.slipstream.com.
SlipStream is a trademark of SlipStream Data Inc.
For more information:
Andre Fuochi
SlipStream Data Inc.
416-995-9677
afuochi@slipstream.com
Ron Neumann
SlipStream Data Inc.
519-886-6738 x 222
ronn@slipstream.com
SlipStream Data Inc. is a subsidiary