Fax Server Software

Wednesday, November 17, 2004

Interstar Signs California-based Metronome as Distribution Partner for Private Enterprises, Government Agencies and Educational Institutions

November 16, 2004 02:21 PM US Eastern Timezone

Interstar Signs California-based Metronome as Distribution Partner for Private Enterprises, Government Agencies and Educational Institutions

MONTREAL--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 16, 2004--Interstar Technologies Inc., the pre-eminent developer of enterprise fax solutions for converged IP networks, today announced that it has signed a contract with Metronome Inc. to provide its XMediusFAX(R) solution to Metronome customers as part of a complete, turnkey technology solution. Metronome is an IT consulting company focused on private enterprises, educational institutions, and government agencies in California. Metronome specializes in Microsoft-based LAN solutions and Cisco WAN connectivity.


"Metronome is committed to providing its clients with the technology tools to support their business strategies while ensuring maximum productivity," said Erick Lee, President of Metronome. "XMediusFAX(R) has proven return-on-investment (ROI) results that will boost our clients' operational and bottom-line efficiency."

XMediusFAX(R) is the industry's first enterprise fax server designed for next generation VoIP networks. A single network carries voice, data and fax traffic in real time, without requiring costly, hard-to-configure fax boards. Users compose, send and receive their faxes directly at their desktops, and receive instant fax status notification. XMediusFAX(R) is fast, secure, and easy to use, making it the leading choice of Fortune 500 companies, government agencies and financial institutions.

"The combined synergies of Interstar's fax-over-IP technology and Metronome's IT expertise will benefit clients who are seeking to get maximum ROI out of their IP investment," said Martin Demers, CEO of Interstar. "This new relationship marks a step forward in our channel development strategy, and further expands our capacity to deliver our award-winning fax-over-IP solutions to new geographical regions."

About Interstar Technologies

Interstar Technologies started the fax server revolution in 1996 with LightningFAX(R) and reinvented the fax server in 2002 with XMediusFAX(R). Interstar is committed to bringing the best electronic messaging technology in the world to enterprise markets, financial institutions, governments and OEM partners through its innovative, award-winning software offerings.

Interstar maintains technology partnerships with Microsoft, Intel, Cisco Systems, IBM, HP, Lotus, Pitney Bowes, Brooktrout, Groupe SAGEM, and Onset Technology. Interstar's products are available for Microsoft Windows, and are distributed worldwide through a global network of resellers, system integrators and OEM partners. For more information, visit Interstar's web site at www.faxserver.com.

About Metronome Inc.

Metronome is a California Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE). It was founded in 1996 as a Technology Solutions Provider offering a wide range of products and services such as Voice Over IP, Telecommunications Consulting, IP Telephony, Network Security, and more. Metronome's high level of success is based on integrity, collaboration, communication and customer satisfaction.

Metronome employs highly skilled Engineers with core competencies in building, securing and maintaining IP Communications infrastructures from the ground up. Some of Metronomes partners include Cisco Systems, Microsoft, Interstar Technologies and HP/Compag. For more information about Metronome, visit www.metronome.net.

Partner Directory -Brooktrout Fax Software

SNAPS, Inc.
1580 Warsaw Road
Roswell, GA 30076

Phone: (770) 953-8916
Web: www.snapsinc.com
Clicking the link above you will be leaving Brooktrout's website.

Contact: Pete English
E-mail: Sales@snapsinc.com

Snapsflow is a workflow middleware solution that allows companies to build fax-centric workflow applications without programming. It also allows businesses to automate many manual tasks for a quick return on investment. Additionally, snapsflow is ideally suited for integrating fax server products into other corporate applications such as document management systems, call center applications and existing workflow solutions.

Board Model
Supported (YES/NO)
FAX SW Version Supported

TruFax uPCI 100 - uPCI 1 Channel Loop Start
Yes

TruFax uPCI 200 - uPCI 2 Channel Loop Start
Yes

TR1034+P2-2L – uPCI 2 Channel Analog, V.34
Yes

TR1034+P4-4L – uPCI 4 Channel Analog, V.34
Yes

TR1034+P8-8L – uPCI 8 Channel Analog, V.34
Yes

TR114+uP2/4L - uPCI 2/4 Channel Loop Start
Yes

TR114+uP2/4 C/D – uPCI 2/4 Channel DID / Combo
Yes

TR114+P8V - PCI 8 Channel Digital w/ MVIP
Yes

TR114+P8V-T1 - PCI 8-Channel Digital Board w/ Integrated T-1 Interface / MVIP Interface

Monday, November 15, 2004

Microsoft IT Forum 2004, Bella Center, Copenhagen,

At the Microsoft IT Forum 2004, Brooktrout will display its
TruFax(R) intelligent fax boards, which achieved Designed for
Windows Server 2003 logo certification and have been validated by
Microsoft for use with its Windows Server 2003. This appealing
combination enables business users to set up a reliable LAN Fax
Server so multiple users can confidentially and securely send and
receive faxes directly on their desktops, eliminating the costs,
complications and lost time associated with walk-up, stand-alone
fax machines. Brooktrout will also display its award winning
TR1034(TM) intelligent fax boards, the latest in its line of
intelligent fax products.

Brooktrout's award-winning fax products are used in conjunction
with software from many leading business process automation and
fax ISVs including: Captaris stand D19 - D20, FaxCore stand A14
and Fenestrae stand D11,

Brooktrout will also display its award-winning TR1000(TM) voice
and speech platform, specifically designed to support a broad
array of speech, IVR, messaging, and conferencing, applications.
Brooktrout is a member of Microsoft's Speech Partner Program and
is collaborating with Microsoft to enable faster and easier
implementation of Microsoft Speech Server 2004-based applications
on the TR1000 for integrators and developers. Ranging from 2 to 60
channels per board, the performance and flexibility of this
feature-rich media platform allows systems to scale in both
density and functionality to meet the current and evolving needs
of advanced enterprise and service provider applications.

Visitors to the booth will be entered into a drawing to win an
iPOD.

Press and Analysts interested in speaking with a Brooktrout
executive at the Microsoft IT Forum, please contact Lida Joly at
+32 2 658-5190 or ljoly@brooktrout.com.

Who: Brooktrout Technology is a leading supplier of media processing,
network interface, call control and signal processing products that
enable the development of applications, systems and services for
both the New Network(TM) (packet-based) and the traditional
telephone (TDM) network. The Company's strategy is to partner with
its customers and collaborate closely with them to help accelerate
their delivery of new applications and services, increase their
existing business, and help them expand into new markets. For more
information, visit http://www.brooktrout.com. Brooktrout Technology
is a subsidiary of Brooktrout, Inc. (Nasdaq: BRKT).

Brooktrout, Brooktrout Technology, the New Network, TR1034, TruFax and
TR1000 are trademarks or registered trademarks of Brooktrout, Inc. All other
trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

To source Brooktrout boards, visit: http://www.brooktroutfaxboards.com