AltaVista Adds Custom Features To Internet Explorer 5
Business Wire - March 18, 1999 12:46
PALO ALTO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 18, 1999--
New Enhanced Internet Explorer 5 Browser Available
For Download From www.altavista.com
AltaVista Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of Compaq Computer Corporation (NYSE:CPQ), announced today the availability of a special AltaVista-branded version of Internet Explorer 5, Microsoft's powerful Internet browser.
AltaVista has added a variety of customized features to Internet Explorer 5, including AltaVista's language translation capabilities (AV Babel Fish Translation Center); and the AV Tracker; to capitalize on the browser's added flexibility and ease of integration. These new features are designed to complement the strengths of AltaVista with the powerful browser functions of Internet Explorer 5.
As a Microsoft Internet Explorer 5 launch partner, AltaVista will offer the browser for free by downloading from the popular AltaVista Internet guide ( www.altavista.com or www.av.com ).
"AltaVista is dedicated to providing users with the most comprehensive Internet experience," said Rod Schrock, President and CEO of AltaVista Company. "By adding AltaVista's unique features directly to the Internet Explorer 5 browser, we are ensuring our users have instant access to the most powerful and useful site on the Web."
"Microsoft Internet Explorer 5 offers content providers the unique ability to provide their customers a fully customized Web experience that showcases their specific solutions," said Rob Bennett, group product manager of Windows, Microsoft Corp. "We are excited that AltaVista has taken advantage of this opportunity by offering a customized version of Internet Explorer 5 that integrates many of its leading services and enables users to experience all that the Web has to offer."
Added Features and Functionality
The AltaVista customized version of Internet Explorer 5 holds enormous appeal for all types of users: from frequent searchers who will benefit from one-click access to the AltaVista Internet guide, to experienced surfers seeking to maximize productivity and time savings. It is loaded with many easy-to-use functions designed to enhance the user's experience, including:
-- AV Babel Fish Translation Center -- AV Babel Fish Translation
Center allows users to instantly translate web pages into a
selected language. AV Babel Fish Translation Center is an
existing AltaVista feature now incorporated into the Internet
Explorer 5 toolbar for immediate access. For example, with a
click of the button, a user can translate a web page in French to
English, or English to French. Other languages supported include
German, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish.
-- AV Tracker -- AV Tracker is a personalized Explorer bar in
Internet Explorer 5 that is updated regularly, enabling users to
keep apprised of the latest news, weather, sports and stock
information without disrupting their browsing activities.
-- Finds Similar Pages -- With the click of a mouse, users can find
pages similar to the contents of the Web page viewed. Much like
having a research assistant on call, users can search for related
links, find specific pages that link to the page being viewed,
and find other pages hosted on the same domain.
-- Right Click Functionality -- The new customized version also
allows users to highlight a word or group of words, right click
on the mouse and instantly conduct an AltaVista search on the
word or phrase. This function also works with AltaVista's
translation capability, allowing for easy translation of a
selected word or phrase.
-- Direct Links -- The AltaVista customized version will also
showcase special custom links on the toolbar to AltaVista's
specific features and services, such as AV PhotoFinder, AV
Categories, AV Shopping and AV Maps. These links provide users
with instantaneous access to AltaVista's many innovative
offerings.
AltaVista Leads the Industry
AltaVista is a pioneer in Web search technology and continues to set new standards, from indexing the entire Internet, to providing the first of their kind language translation, AV Photo Finder and AV Family Filter search capabilities. With an extensive line-up of content and services, AltaVista is now regarded as one of the top destinations on the Internet.
Over the last several months, AltaVista has made extensive enhancements to make navigating the Internet relevant, fast and effective for Web users of all proficiency levels. For more information, visit AltaVista's flagship site at altavista.com or av.com.
Company Background
AltaVista Company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Compaq Computer Corporation. A Fortune Global 100 company, Compaq is the second largest computer company in the world and the largest global supplier of personal computers. Compaq develops and markets hardware, software, solutions, and services, including industry-leading enterprise computing solutions, fault-tolerant business-critical solutions, networking and communication products, commercial desktop and portable products and consumer PCs. The company is an industry leader in environmentally friendly programs and business practices.
Compaq products are sold and supported in more than 100 countries through a network of authorized Compaq marketing partners. Customer support and information about Compaq and its products are on the World Wide Web at compaq.com.
Compaq, Registered U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Product names mentioned herein may be trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
CONTACT: Compaq Computer Corporation
Eileen Quinn, 408/285-9272
eileen.quinn@compaq.com
or
Shandwick International
Steve Marchant, 617-266-8400
smarchant@shandwick.com
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