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February 2006 Highlights - Novell Software Evaluation & Development Library
Need something to get excited about? This month's update includes the highly anticipated Novell® Open Enterprise Server Support Pack 2, which gives you the option of running your infrastructure on NetWare®, on SUSE® Linux Enterprise Server or on both platforms at once. You'll also receive new Novell Client™ software (for Windows and Linux) and access to beta software for the upcoming releases of SUSE Linux Enterprise Server and Novell Linux Desktop.
New Software
Now you can assess the strengths of the latest Novell® products by testing them in your unique environment. This month's release includes the following Novell software:
Novell Open Enterprise Server Support Pack 2
Novell Open Enterprise Server Support Pack (SP) 2 gives you the most up-to-date code and functionality for this premier suite of networking platforms and services. You receive NetWare®, the long-standing leader of secure networking services; SUSE® Linux Enterprise Server, the leading open platform for enterprise applications; and a host of proven enterprise-level services. You can use either platform or a combination of both, and you can continue to run your Windows and Linux machines or convert with ease.
With your evaluation version of Novell Open Enterprise Server SP 2, you can assess the following services in detail:
- Application Services
- File and Storage Services
- High-availability Services
- Management Services
- Networking and Productivity Services
- Identity-management and Security Services
Novell Open Enterprise Server SP2 helps you build, connect, secure and manage your open enterprise™. It's a unique step in the NetWare upgrade path that makes open source easy for organizations of all sizes.
Novell Client™ v4.91 Support Pack 2 for Windows 2000/XP/2003
Novell Client v4.91 Support Pack 2 for Windows 2000/XP/2003 is the latest Windows 2000/XP/2003 client software release available from Novell. The client fully supports NetWare and eDirectory services and utilities on a Windows 2000/XP/2003 workstation, including integrated messaging, multiprotocol support, management, security, and file and print services.
This SP 2 release includes additional Forgotten Password Recovery functionality. When users log in, Novell Client checks to see if the password policy uses Challenge Response and if the users have entered responses. If responses have not been entered, users are notified and a dialog box opens so that they can enter their responses. Additionally, if the password policy uses a password hint or a password reminder and this has not been set, Novell Client will prompt the users to enter this information.
Novell Client for Linux 1.1
The Novell Client for Linux 1.1 workstation software extends the capabilities of Linux desktops by providing access to NetWare and Novell Open Enterprise Server. When it is installed on workstations, the client enables users to enjoy the full range of Novell services such as authentication via Novell eDirectory™, network browsing and service resolution, and secure and reliable file system access.
Developer Resources
DeveloperNet Newsletters
Want the latest DeveloperNet news, reviews, program information and articles? Check out our online newsletter:
- Feb. 16, 2006—This edition examines security and identity management, including in-depth articles on NMAS Challenge Responses and LDAP development. You can read more about Novell BrainShare, the newly released Novell Audit 2.0 and recent enhancements to the Xgl graphics subsystem. Finally, don't forget to check out this month's Forge project highlight: Jaws. Read the newsletter in its entirety by visiting: http://developer.novell.com/wiki/index.php/DeveloperNet_Newsletter_2006-02-16
- Feb. 2, 2006—This edition explores porting and migration, with an emphasis on moving to Linux. It also includes exciting news about the SUSE Linux 10.1 public beta and examines the Flaim Database Engine in this month's Forge project highlight. You can read the entire newsletter online at: http://developer.novell.com/wiki/index.php/DeveloperNet_Newsletter_2006-02-02
Early Releases
Download and try the early release (beta) products that are now available on the DeveloperNet Portal and the Subscriber Portal. Check back often as new releases are added regularly.
- Code 10 Server Beta 3 (the newest release of SUSE Linux Enterprise Server)
- Code 10 Desktop Beta 3 (the newest release of Novell Linux Desktop)
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