Accounting, Distribution & ERP Software

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Melville, NY - July 16, 2001 - ACCPAC releases Pro Series 6.5

ACCPAC is excited to announce the launch of ACCPAC Pro Series 6.5 - a brand new version of this award winning solution. ACCPAC Pro Series 6.5 will be available for shipping on Tuesday, July 17, 2001.

Release Dates

First Customer Ship - all modules (except for Multicurrency) are available for shipping on July 17, 2001. The Multicurrency module is scheduled for release Fall 2001.

Solution Provider Demo/NFR copies are scheduled for release July 17, 2001.

Report Writer and WMS Lite CDs will be released within the next few days.

SupportPlus fulfillments and shipments to customers who took advantage of the Promotional Pro Series 6.5 Free Upgrade are scheduled for release late August, 2001, to allow Solution Providers time to review the new features and plan installations and conversions.

Top 5 New Features of ACCPAC Pro Series 6.5

Integration of ACCPAC Warehouse Management System Lite - ACCPAC WMS Lite is included with the purchase of Pro Series 6.5 Inventory Control Module.

Cross Modular Transactions - Ability to enter most transactions and maintenance information from anywhere in the system.

Powerful Favorites Toolbar - User definable toolbar allows users to add any task or maintenance MDI screen to the tool bar so they have instant access.

Adaptable Screens and Toolbars -Sizable to fit multiple forms on one screen. Movable and dockable to any place on the screen.

ACCPAC eTransact -Fully integrated Web store creation and management solution with Pro Series 6.5 soon to be released.

Additional Tools Added to ACCPAC Pro Series 6.5 CD!

The Pro Series 6.5 product CD includes an evaluation copy of ACCPAC Query for Pro Series and ACCPAC FAXserve.

ACCPAC Query is an easy-to-use report generator that delivers informative business data in minutes. With its user-friendly design, ACCPAC Query makes report writing a snap for even inexperienced users.

FAXserve is an advanced network fax solution, which enables users to send and receive faxes directly from their PCs, store faxes in electronic files, and share fax hardware with other users on the network. With essential cost-cutting functionality, powerful features and built-in support for leading Windows applications and groupware packages, FAXserve is an ideal tool for today’s competitive business environment.

Improved Doc on Disk!

Doc on Disk is now accessible from the Pro Series toolbar and Help menu. A "Doc on Disk" icon has been added to the standard toolbar, and Doc on Disk can be accessed from the Help menu. ACCPAC provides the entire set of Pro Series documentation in Adobe Acrobat PDF files. "Doc on Disk" features user-friendly menus containing extensive hyperlinks to information you need now. Finding information using this electronic resource is faster than paging through a library of books on your desk. Doc on Disk also provides search capabilities that are not possible with printed documentation.

About A. B. Computer Systems, Inc.

A. B. Computer Systems is a leading provider of turn-key business solutions that include software, hardware and services. Established in 1989, the company specializes in Accounting, Distribution, Manufacturing and Internet Commerce Systems.

For additional information, please contact: A. B. Computer Systems, Inc. at (800) 440-4082.

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