Microsoft Exchange 5.5
Microsoft Corp.

Exchange, once a simple e-mail client bundled with Windows 95, has evolved into a web server product paired with Microsoft Outlook 97. Bill Gates' offering depends on third-party add-ons such as PC Docs to provide workflow and document management.

Applications: Group scheduling, e-mail, discussion forums, task and contact management.

Features: A wizard converts Outlook forms into HTML; support for real-time chat services; individual messages can be signed and encrypted; selective enabling of internet protocols on a per-site or per-mailbox basis; supports LAN-based e-mail programs such as cc:Mail or MS Mail.

Costs: $2129 for 25 users.

Contact: (800) 426-9400. Web: HTTP://www.microsoft.com/exchange/default.asp

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