logic@wet.UUCP (08/03/89)
Contact: Lawrence Hom
(415) 474-8055
FWB Inc. Introduces
Hard Disk Partition(tm) v3
San Francisco, California, July 21, 1989: FWB, Inc. of San
Francisco, California introduced the latest version of its popular
Hard Disk Partition program for Apple Macintosh computers. The new
version adds many features including expandable partitions, on-the-fly
encryption, and multi-user file access control.
"Originally introduced in 1986, Hard Disk Partition was the first
partitioning utility released for Macintosh. With version 3, we have
enhanced the product to address the changing need of the office
environment.", according to FWB's vice-president of engineering, Norman
Fong. Hard Disk Partition has evolved into a powerful desk accessory
incorporating several new features while retaining its intuitive user
interface.
Partitions created with Hard Disk Partition utilize contiguous
allocation space which improves performance by reducing file
fragmentation and desktop updating times. Partitioning is especially
useful in multiuser environments where storage must be allocated to
multiple users. Partitioning can also secure sensitive files through
password protection.
Hard Disk Partition v3 includes several new features focused upon the
multiuser environment. On-the-fly encryption has been added to provide
quick, transparent, but extensive password security. With growing
concerns about software theft in the workplace, Hard Disk Partition
can now also copy-protect programs on the hard disk, preventing
unauthorized copying, while still allowing general use of the
applications. Coupled with the read-only protection feature, Hard Disk
Partition can generate tamper-proof, virus-proof, and now theft-proof
partitions. FWB will also be releasing a system administrator
application that provides password override and can restrict user
partitioning capabilities.
Other new features include: Expandable partitions, password-
protection on automatically mounted volumes, removable media
support, and partition sizes of up to 4.0 Gigabytes.
Retail price of Hard Disk Partition is $79.95. FWB products are
available through Apple Macintosh software dealers. Present owners of
Hard Disk Partition can upgrade for $30.
FWB, Inc. has been developing products specifically for Macintosh
hard drives since 1984. Their current products includes the Hard Disk
Partition, Hard Disk Util, and Hard Disk DeadBolt software and the
Hammer hard drive and tape backup subsystems.
For further information, contact:
FWB, Inc., 2040 Polk St. Suite 215, San Francisco, CA 94109
Ph: 415-474-8055
FAX 415-775-2125