ThinkDesk Beta begins
Stardock's new suite of programs is coming..
Wednesday, April 13, 2005 by Stardock Central | Discussion: WinCustomize News
Stardock Announces ThinkDesk
Maximize your computing power with this suite of utilities
LIVONIA, MI (April 14, 2005) - Stardock, a leading developer of Windows utility software announced a brand new suite of software utilities called ThinkDesk. The programs of ThinkDesk are designed to allow users to increase their productivity by treating all of the computers they have access to as a single unit.
The initial launch of ThinkDesk will include 4 brand new programs - Multiplicity, KeepSafe, SecureProcess, and ThinkSync. Users who purchase ThinkDesk will receive these 4 programs plus additional programs that get added to the ThinkDesk suite for a year along with free updates to those programs during that year.
Multiplicity, which is available stand alone, allows users to take two computers and put them together as a single computing platform with a single keyboard and mouse controlling both computers. A universal clipboard between the computers allows users to seamlessly copy text and graphics between the computers. A Pro version allows for additional computers to be added as well as allowing for file copying between computers using the clipboard.
KeepSafe integrates file revisioning into Windows XP's file system. Users control which directories or file types they wish to add revisioning support to. When enabled, every time a user saves a document, a previous version is automatically journaled. If the user chooses to go back to a previous version, they can do so right from Windows explorer. The file revisions can either be stored on a local machine or on a network file server in which case it also acts as a seamless automatic smart backup solution.
SecureProcess is designed to allow users and administrators to control what types of processes can be run on a given machine. It enables users to stop viruses, spyware, or worms before the user is infected.
ThinkSync is designed to allow users to treat all their machines local storage as a single, integrated drive system. Users can use it to keep two folders on a local machine synchronized or they can use their Stardock.net account and have multiple machines (on a LAN or over the Internet) keep any group of directories synchronized and does so in a secure fashion.
ThinkDesk is currently in beta, the final version is expected out this Summer with new programs and updates to existing programs being added soon after.
It lists for $69.95 and has discount options for users of stand-alone programs of ThinkDesk (such as Multiplicity) as well as for Stardock Object Desktop users. Its home page is http://www.thinkdesk.net.
Stardock ThinkDesk
$69.95
Requires Windows 2000/XP
Maximize your computing power with this suite of utilities
LIVONIA, MI (April 14, 2005) - Stardock, a leading developer of Windows utility software announced a brand new suite of software utilities called ThinkDesk. The programs of ThinkDesk are designed to allow users to increase their productivity by treating all of the computers they have access to as a single unit.
The initial launch of ThinkDesk will include 4 brand new programs - Multiplicity, KeepSafe, SecureProcess, and ThinkSync. Users who purchase ThinkDesk will receive these 4 programs plus additional programs that get added to the ThinkDesk suite for a year along with free updates to those programs during that year.
Multiplicity, which is available stand alone, allows users to take two computers and put them together as a single computing platform with a single keyboard and mouse controlling both computers. A universal clipboard between the computers allows users to seamlessly copy text and graphics between the computers. A Pro version allows for additional computers to be added as well as allowing for file copying between computers using the clipboard.
KeepSafe integrates file revisioning into Windows XP's file system. Users control which directories or file types they wish to add revisioning support to. When enabled, every time a user saves a document, a previous version is automatically journaled. If the user chooses to go back to a previous version, they can do so right from Windows explorer. The file revisions can either be stored on a local machine or on a network file server in which case it also acts as a seamless automatic smart backup solution.
SecureProcess is designed to allow users and administrators to control what types of processes can be run on a given machine. It enables users to stop viruses, spyware, or worms before the user is infected.
ThinkSync is designed to allow users to treat all their machines local storage as a single, integrated drive system. Users can use it to keep two folders on a local machine synchronized or they can use their Stardock.net account and have multiple machines (on a LAN or over the Internet) keep any group of directories synchronized and does so in a secure fashion.
ThinkDesk is currently in beta, the final version is expected out this Summer with new programs and updates to existing programs being added soon after.
It lists for $69.95 and has discount options for users of stand-alone programs of ThinkDesk (such as Multiplicity) as well as for Stardock Object Desktop users. Its home page is http://www.thinkdesk.net.
Stardock ThinkDesk
$69.95
Requires Windows 2000/XP
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dukeofchutney
Reply #3 Thursday, April 14, 2005 3:43 AM
Reply #3 Thursday, April 14, 2005 3:43 AM
One question: Does this include Multiplicity or Multiplicity Pro in the package?
c242
Reply #4 Thursday, April 14, 2005 4:09 AM
Reply #4 Thursday, April 14, 2005 4:09 AM
The discounts for ODNT and/or Multiplicitity Pro customers are ? 
Jerry Jansen
Reply #7 Thursday, April 14, 2005 11:06 AM
Reply #7 Thursday, April 14, 2005 11:06 AM
Since this is still in beta, if I purchase today, does my one year of updates start today or when the program is out of beta?
Brian DeMarco
Reply #10 Thursday, April 14, 2005 12:33 PM
Reply #10 Thursday, April 14, 2005 12:33 PM
Brad,
I'd like to get technical details on ThinkSync (more information on exactly what it can do). Is that kind of information posted anywhere, or did I just miss it?
Brian
I'd like to get technical details on ThinkSync (more information on exactly what it can do). Is that kind of information posted anywhere, or did I just miss it?
Brian
Phoon
Reply #11 Thursday, April 14, 2005 1:36 PM
Reply #11 Thursday, April 14, 2005 1:36 PM
if one has purchased Multiplicity Pro, what will the rate be for a Thinkdesk subscription?
Beesley
Reply #13 Thursday, April 14, 2005 5:45 PM
Reply #13 Thursday, April 14, 2005 5:45 PM
This is very interesting. However, I would really like to read an article describing the applicability of these programs to the average user. I don't have any problems with buying more software but before I do, I would like to have an idea how much they would benifit the average joe. They are definitely exciting.
Phoon
Reply #14 Thursday, April 14, 2005 8:14 PM
Reply #14 Thursday, April 14, 2005 8:14 PM
Brad.. think about that price.. $40
I've already spent 69.95. The price difference between Pro and Standard is $30.
You get the $30 version included with Thinkdesk. Why wouldn't you offer Thinkdesk for $30 if you have purchase MP Pro?
$10 more bux won't break me I guess.
I've already spent 69.95. The price difference between Pro and Standard is $30.
You get the $30 version included with Thinkdesk. Why wouldn't you offer Thinkdesk for $30 if you have purchase MP Pro?
$10 more bux won't break me I guess.
ZubaZ
Reply #16 Friday, April 15, 2005 6:58 AM
I think that Thinkdesk via SDC has migrated to the new authentication system (using your stardock credentials instead of the serial).
My serial failed but after a while the suite showed up.
And while the apps are in alpha or beta they are excellent tools.
I would be happy to provide feedback on the documentation during the betas too. {hint, hint Stardock}
Reply #16 Friday, April 15, 2005 6:58 AM
| Serial doesn't work for me. |
I think that Thinkdesk via SDC has migrated to the new authentication system (using your stardock credentials instead of the serial).
My serial failed but after a while the suite showed up.
And while the apps are in alpha or beta they are excellent tools.
I would be happy to provide feedback on the documentation during the betas too. {hint, hint Stardock}
ZubaZ
Reply #18 Friday, April 15, 2005 12:33 PM
FWIW, Stardock Sales has forwarded the serial problem to support. They informed me that Thinkdesk will authenticate via stardock ID but should accept the serial.
Reply #18 Friday, April 15, 2005 12:33 PM
| Serial doesn't work for me |
FWIW, Stardock Sales has forwarded the serial problem to support. They informed me that Thinkdesk will authenticate via stardock ID but should accept the serial.
c242
Reply #19 Friday, April 15, 2005 1:22 PM
Reply #19 Friday, April 15, 2005 1:22 PM
| This build of ThinkSync is not intended for use on Windows 2000 Server or Windows Server 2003 machines. In addition, the number of network jobs you can configure is limited to 3 (i.e. using ThinkSync to sync from primary to secondary also running ThinkSync). |
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Reply #20 Friday, April 15, 2005 9:39 PM
Reply #20 Friday, April 15, 2005 9:39 PM
c242, that means you don't get to sync your server boxes or block unapproved processes running on them for $69.95. I'm sorry, but part of my job is running servers for a living. As a practical licensing issue, that would be ridiculous at this time.
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Reply #1 Thursday, April 14, 2005 2:52 AM