AlphaLAN Ô PC CONNECTIVITY FOR ALPHA MICRO SYSTEMS

Today, most growing businesses require a mixture of computing capability to satisfy diverse needs. Traditional business applications and personal productivity tools such as word processors, spreadsheets, and graphics programs must all work together to form a seamless data processing environment. And, Graphical User Interface (GUI) programs such as Microsoft Windows are becoming even more important.

With Alpha Micro Products' AlphaLAN, traditional applications and personal productivity tools can be easily and quickly combined to provide the best of both worlds. AlphaLAN provides the ability to meld DOS, Windows, and Alpha Micro-based applications together into a smooth-functioning unit, linking personal computers, compute networks, and Alpha Micro systems into a powerful tool for your business. With AlphaLAN, you can build a client/server network where both personal computer users and Alpha Micro users can work together — sharing data, programs, large-capacity hard disks, and other peripherals, such as laser printers. Combining the sophisticated capabilities of a multi-user Alpha Micro system with the personal productivity benefits of single-user PCs, AlphaLAN gives you maximum flexibility while sharing resources and minimizing cost. Use Your PC as a Multi-Function Terminal With AlphaLAN, your PC can function as both a stand-alone personal computer and as a terminal on an Alpha Micro system, giving you direct access to the wide variety of Alpha Micro based software. You can continue to use personal productivity tools such as Lotus 1-2-3 or WordPerfect and then switch to the higher-performance Alpha Micro system for order entry, accounts receivable, or other true business applications. If implemented under MS Windows, the transition between operating environments is as simple as clicking a mouse. And, you have the added ability to exploit tools inherent in Windows, such as the clipboard specialized fonts, and multiple active sessions to enhance your operations. Transfer Files Between an Alpha Micro System and PCs Since most personal computers have a local hard disk, Alpha Micro files can be conveniently transferred to a PC for use with popular PC applications. Transfers from the PC to the Alpha Micro system are just as easy. Wildcard options that transfer several files at a time make the exchange fast and easy. And, AlphaLAN automatically handles translation between the Alpha Micro system and PC file formats. Share Printers With AlphaLAN, printers can be easily shared among all PC and Alpha Micro users. Standard DOS and Windows commands can be used to print on various printers, regardless of where they're installed. Use printers at remote locations, such as other departments or offices. Store PC Programs and Files on Your Alpha Micro System In order to minimize your workstation cost, you may wish to centralize your file storage on a larger Alpha Micro system. This can be easily accomplished, giving you the flexibility to download your files to the PC only when they are needed. PC applications can also be run from the Alpha Micro disk, and files can be shared with other authorized PC users. Plus, you can easily back up PC files on the larger Alpha Micro system disk. For more information about how your business can have the benefits of both a sophisticated multi-user system and personal productivity tools, contact your local Alpha Micro Value Added Reseller or the nearest Alpha Micro sales office.