Perforce Software Releases the Newest Version of the
Fast Software Configuration Management System

Administration Simplified and Security Enhanced Through Support for External Authentication

ALAMEDA, Calif., Jan. 16, 2006 - Perforce Software today announced the availability of the newest release of Perforce, the Fast Software Configuration Management (SCM) System. Perforce tracks and manages source code, document, and digital asset development for software production environments.

The Perforce Server now offers enhanced security and administrative capabilities through external authentication triggers, enabling LDAP and similar systems to integrate with Perforce. This enhancement allows organizations to increase security and streamline IT administration through the use of centralized user management policies.

Graphical Interface and WebSphere Integration also Enhanced

The Perforce Visual Client (P4V) - the graphical interface to Perforce available on Windows, Mac OS X, Linux, Solaris and FreeBSD - has also been enhanced to include new support for comparing local workspace folders with depot folders, as well as depot folders with one another.

The functionality of the Perforce Plug-in for WebSphere Studio (P4WSAD) has been enhanced to improve the experience of developers who are working offline (screenshot) and the 2005.2 version of the Perforce SCC Plug-in (P4SCC) has been upgraded to support Visual Studio 2005.

Availability & Pricing

Perforce version 2005.2 is available now. Interested developers are invited to download and evaluate Perforce free from the Perforce Web site without obligation for a 45-day trial. This offer includes free technical support during the evaluation period. A free, fully functional, two-user version is also available from the Web site. End-user licenses, including one year of support and maintenance, start at $800 per seat; volume discounts are available. For additional price and license information, visit www.perforce.com.

About the Perforce SCM System

Perforce, the Fast Software Configuration Management System, is an award-winning tool that tracks and manages software development for enterprises large and small. Perforce is easy to install, learn and administer; seamlessly handles distributed development, and supports developers across more than 50 operating systems. Perforce ensures development integrity by grouping multi-file updates into atomic changes, enables concurrent development, and intelligently manages multiple software releases using its Inter-File Branching system.

About Perforce Software

Founded in 1995, Perforce Software Inc. develops, markets, and supports Perforce, the Fast Software Configuration Management System. Perforce Software is headquartered in Alameda, Calif., and sells worldwide. The company has international operations in Europe, Japan, and India. In addition to application software companies, Perforce customers represent a broad range of industries including the game development, electronics, pharmaceutical and financial services markets.

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