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March 2007 Highlights - Novell Tech Select Service

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Where's the loot? Right here! This month, your subscription offers a treasure trove of resources: convenient access to the latest Novell® client, collaboration and management software; dozens of new bonus utilities; and essential ReadMe files and patches. You can also check out 160 new Support Knowledgebase documents (TIDs), updated product documentation, the latest issue of Novell Connection magazine, 109 new Product Communities articles and much more.

New Software

Ready to clean house? This month's software includes the latest updates to some fundamental Novell applications:

Client Updates

Novell clients improve connectivity and ensure that you have access to the resources and services you need. This month's client updates include the latest versions of:

In addition to these updates, you can improve system management with the newly released ConsoleOne 1.3.6f.

Novell GroupWise 7 Gateway Updates

GroupWise Gateways connect GroupWise users to a variety of external messaging systems, message transport protocols, and communication standards. The following updates to Novell GroupWise 7 Gateways are shipping this month:

Novell iManager Plugins

Novell iManager provides a global view of your network from one browser-based tool. It offers an easy-to-use single point of administration for directory objects, schema, partitions, replicas and many other network resources. This month, your software update includes a variety of iManager plugins:

Identity Assurance Solution 3.0

This month, you also receive access to new evaluation software: Identity Assurance Solution 3.0 by Novell. It was created specifically for federal agencies to help them comply with the credential issuance, physical and logical access requirements of Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12). This solution provides convenient yet controlled access to disparate logical IT systems and physical facilities by using combinations of biometrics, passwords, personal identification numbers, smart cards, X.509 digital certificates, and other forms of advanced authentication. It is fully integrated with Novell Identity Manager and meets FIPS 201 workflow, identity management and card lifecycle requirements.

For more information, visit http://download.novell.com/Download?buildid=v7qPMaMcLnA~

Advanced and Expanded Resources

Bonus Utilities

Ready to save more time and money? Try some of the latest bonus utilities! These small tools deliver big results, giving you increased innovation and efficiency in some of your favorite Novell products. Check out a small sampling of the latest utilities below:

  • NSL Cache Cleaner—detects and cleans the Novell SecureLogin cache from the local workstation

  • Linux iManager Plugin Installer—enables users to quickly install iManager plugins on a Linux platform

  • Get NDS Name—provides a Perl script that returns the eDirectory name for an existing Novell Storage Services (NSS) storage pool

  • (updated): CleanIt for GroupWise - GroupWise Client Cleaner—features a GroupWise Client removal utility for GroupWise 5.5–GroupWise 7

  • Get NetWare File Attributes—provides a Perl script that lists standard information about a NetWare file, including attributes that are set

  • Linux Control Tomcat—includes a program to control the Tomcat server on a Linux machine

  • ZLM Bundle / Device Report V 1.0—creates a list of devices where a bundle should go, based on bundle selection

  • Get Linux File Attributes—provides a Perl script that lists standard information about a Linux file, including attributes that are set

  • Get NSS Pool Info—lists detailed information about the NSS pool

  • System Manager—allows users to manage various system tasks from one place

Support Resources

Latest Files and Patches

Now it's easier to keep your key systems patched and up to date. This month's shipment includes 31 new ReadMe files and patches, including Novell Identity Manager 3.0.1 and Novell Client 4.91 Post-SP3. After you identify the files that affect your systems, simply download and apply them. There's no better way to ensure maximum security and top performance from your Novell products.

Technical Information Resources

Product Documentation

When you need answers, you know you can count on Novell Documentation. It's the best place to find practical hands-on manuals, quick-reference guides and straightforward information on your favorite Novell products. This month, you have access to the following documentation updates:

  • (updated): Designer 2.0 for Identity Manager Beta

  • (updated): Novell Identity Manager 3.5 Beta

  • (updated): Novell Identity Manager 3.0 Drivers

  • (updated): Novell Access Manager

  • (updated): Novell GroupWise Utilities

  • (updated): Novell Audit 2.0

  • (updated): Novell Business Continuity Clustering 1.0

  • (updated): Novell ZENworks 7

  • (updated): Novell ZENworks Linux Management – Dell Edition

  • (updated): Novell Linux Point of Service 9

Novell Connection Magazine

The latest issue of Novell Connection magazine covers a spectrum of timely topics: virtualization, OpenOffice.org, SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop, data center automation, GroupWise migration, customer successes, training options and an exciting preview of Novell BrainShare 2007. If you want to know where Novell—and the tech industry—are headed, take time to read Novell Connection today!

New Support Knowledgebase Documents (TIDs)

If you want relevant helpful answers to specific technical questions, try the Novell Support Knowledgebase. It features thousands of documents (TIDs) that delve into the technical, nitty gritty aspects of Novell products. And our robust, easy-to-use Search feature helps you find information quickly, pulling up only the results you need. This month, we've added more than 160 new TIDs to the Knowledgebase.

Product Communities Articles

Find the latest technical resources—including articles, tips, patches, documentation and more—and discuss ideas and questions with your peers. The Novell product communities are your convenient one-stop shop for product-specific support, and this month, you can access 109 new articles and resources. Connect with a community today!

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