[10.08.2009]

Novosoft Releases Backup Solution for IBM DB2 Data Servers

Novosoft, an international IT-consulting and software development company, announced the release of a new version of their flagship product Handy Backup, now validated as "Ready for IBM DB2 Data Server".

Alliance, Ohio, October 8, 2009 - Novosoft, one of the leading manufacturers of backup software worldwide, today announced that the new version of their backup utility Handy Backup received the "Ready for IBM DB2 Data Server" technical certification. Now companies that use DB2-based IBM applications to manage e-commerce, CRM and other business solutions are enabled to protect their business at a new level of quality.

"We couldn't be happier to enhance our partnership with IBM by releasing a new backup solution for IBM software" said Natalia Sigaeva, head of Novosoft marketing department. "Handy Backup Server is already used by hundreds of companies worldwide, and we hope that the new functionality will help us further advance into the market of enterprise backup software."

The "Ready for IBM DB2 Data Server" validation program was designed by IBM to help customers differentiate products that have met requirements of reliability, quality and security, established by IBM. The logo is provided after strict quality assessment given by the company's experts and confirms that the software meets explicit specifications of compatibility with DB2 databases and allows business owners to achieve the highest business results.

About Handy Backup

Introduced in 2002, Handy Backup is a family of professional backup software for Windows computers and Windows Server-based corporate networks, consisting of two editions for enterprise backup: Handy Backup Full and Handy Backup Server. Handy Backup Full costs $199 and enables you to back up DB2 databases, IBM Lotus databases, MS Exchange Servers, MS SQL Servers, Oracle databases and other data managed by a local server. Handy Backup Server is a client-server backup solution that allows controlling backups of networked workstations and servers from a single control point. The package includes 5 licenses for remote computers and costs $599.

To learn more about Handy Backup, please refer to the product website at http://www.handybackup.net

About Novosoft

Established in 1992, Novosoft creates and markets a wide range of software products for individual computer users and small- to medium-sized businesses. The company strives to use the most advanced technologies and deliver high quality and cost effective solutions ensuring customers satisfaction and trust. For more information, refer to the corporate website at http://www.novosoft-us.com