MyComputer.com Announces Alliance with Network Commerce Inc.
Professional site monitoring and promotion tools will be added to Network Commerce's global b-to-b marketplace and directory to help users succeed online
OREM, Utah--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 14, 2000-- MyComputer.com, the leading application service provider of integrated Web site management tools powering e-businesses, today announced an alliance with Network Commerce Inc. (Nasdaq: NWKC), a leading provider of technology infrastructure, services and networks for businesses, merchants, Internet sites and wireless networks. The companies expect to offer two professional series MyComputer.com applications for site monitoring and promotion to businesses through b2bNow.com, Network Commerce's global business-to-business e-commerce marketplace and directory.
On b2bNow.com, businesses can obtain a domain name and host a Web site, list their business in the global directory, obtain payment processing capabilities and other enhanced tools, as well as buy, sell, barter and trade online. Through the relationship with MyComputer.com, b2bNow.com members can subscribe to MyComputer.com's SuperStats, which provides real-time statistical reports on site tracking and analysis; and SubmitWizard, which automatically submits Web sites to more than 200 search engines for more effective online marketing.
"Since the launch of b2bNow.com, more than 610,000 businesses in 260 countries spanning numerous industries have turned to our site for ways to conduct business more efficiently on the Internet," said Othniel Palomino, executive vice president at Network Commerce. "We expect SuperStats' statistical information to empower businesses by providing them with critical data to analyze and monitor the effectiveness of their Web sites, while SubmitWizard will give them an easy and affordable tool for site promotion."
Each of MyComputer.com's tools is browser-based, can be monitored from a central location, and only requires users to paste a few lines of HTML code on their pages.
"MyComputer.com's relationship with Network Commerce allows us to introduce our comprehensive suite of professional site applications to the thousands of business site developers using b2bNow.com," said Josh James, CEO at MyComputer.com. "b2bNow.com users can now increase their return on investment by implementing applications that offer quick, powerful solutions with professional features and designs."
About Network Commerce Inc.
Network Commerce Inc. (http://www.networkcommerce.com) is a leading provider of technology, services and commerce networks for Internet sites, wireless networks, businesses and merchants. Network Commerce's core commerce infrastructure technology, services and commerce applications are known as the Network Commerce CommerceSuite. Built on the CommerceSuite are the Network Commerce Business Network and the Network Commerce Consumer Network.
The Network Commerce Consumer Network is comprised of ShopNow.com (http://www.shopnow.com), a leading shopping network and directory; BottomDollar.com (http://www.bottomdollar.com), a comparison shopping network; and SpeedyClick.com (http://www.speedyclick.com), a leading commerce-enabled entertainment community. The Network Commerce Business Network is comprised of b2bNow.com (http://www.b2bnow.com), a business-to-business marketplace and directory; FreeMerchant.com (http://www.freemerchant.com), a business and merchant store builder and host; and Ubarter.com (http://www.ubarter.com), a business-to-business barter exchange.
Network Commerce Inc.'s eBusiness Services division provides consulting, custom commerce solutions, and integrated marketing services. Network Commerce Inc. has over 600 employees and is headquartered in Seattle with offices in California and Georgia.
About MyComputer.com
Founded in 1996, privately held MyComputer.com is the leading application service provider of integrated Web site development and management tools used to power e-business. MyComputer.com's network of more than 17 customizable tools provides users with the necessary resources to enhance the interactivity and marketing appeal of their sites, while providing key site traffic monitoring and analysis. The company's flagship products include SuperStats, WatchDog, BoardServer and SiteMiner.
With headquarters in Orem, Utah, MyComputer.com attracts more than 3,600 new members each day and has reached more than a billion Web viewers through its extensive network of member and partner sites. Strategic partners include Network Solutions (Nasdaq: NSOL), HyperMart by Go2Net, theglobe.com, Macromedia, NetObjects, kinzan.com, inc.com, Homestead, GlobalSCAPE, Trellix, and SoftQuad Software Inc. For more information, call MyComputer.com at 801-722-7000 or visit its Web site at mycomputer.com. |
