Latest Releases, Services, and New Product Versions

  • 05/01/09
Kanguru Eco Drive by Kanguru SolutionsPower-Saving External Hard Drive

Portable storage and security vendor Kanguru Solutions has released the Kanguru Eco Drive, an energy-efficient USB 2.0 external hard drive available in capacities of up to 1.5TB. With three built-in power-saving modes, the device automatically gauges hard drive usage to reduce power consumption by up to 75 percent and extend the life of the hard drive itself. The Kanguru Eco Drive is RoHS-complaint and compatible with Windows (98 and above, including Vista) and Mac OS X and above. Prices start at $69.95 for 80GB. 



Angel Learning Management Suite 7.4 by Angel LearningEnhanced Learning Management

Enterprise eLearning software and services provider Angel Learning has unveiled Angel Learning Management Suite 7.4. The update incorporates new mashup capabilities, making it easier to incorporate rich media content and RSS feeds into courses. Angel LMS 7.4 provides grading rubrics to ensure all manually graded submissions are evaluated against the same criteria, plus a new gradebook interface supports any grading period and provides improved workflow and reporting. Other enhancements include more robust reports, course surveys, lesson plan templates, more flexible system administration tools, and more powerful content management features. Contact vendor for pricing.



NetSupport DNA Helpdesk 2.8 by NetSupport SoftwareHelp Desk on the Go

NetSupport Software has announced NetSupport DNA Helpdesk 2.8, a web-based help desk ticketing solution providing detailed recording and tracking of user help requests. Available as a component of NetSupport DNA IT asset management software or as a standalone product, the new version includes mobile device support; mobile troubleshooters now can receive and manage tickets on the move, helping improve customer service and minimize system downtime. Other features of the release include a new user interface and Active Directory synchronization. Pricing is based per operator and starts at $1,750 for three operators.

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