Parsons Technology Licenses Microsoft Internet Explorer for Software Users

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Parsons Technology, a subsidiary of Intuit Inc., is now offering Microsoft Internet Explorer to its software customers at no additional cost. This new feature is available to those who purchase CD-ROM versions of Parsons' software titles, including Personal Tax Edge, Family Origins, Announcements, and Golf Digest ScoreCard. The integration of Microsoft Internet Explorer allows users to customize their internet experience, access various online content, and manage their web browsing privileges. This move aims to enhance the overall user experience for Parsons' software owners, who can now access a range of online features, including news, movies, music, and virtual worlds.

Key Takeaways:

  • Parsons Technology licenses Microsoft Internet Explorer for users of its 75 software titles, including Personal Tax Edge, Family Origins, Announcements, and Golf Digest ScoreCard.
  • The integration of Microsoft Internet Explorer allows users to customize their internet experience, access online content, and manage their web browsing privileges.
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer offers various features, including secure communications, client authentication, VRML support, and Java support.
  • Parsons Technology's software customers can access a range of online features, including news, movies, music, and virtual worlds.
  • The software requires Microsoft Windows 3.1 or Windows 95, 4MB/8MB RAM, a modem, and up to 20MB hard drive space.
  • Parsons Technology has a customer base of over 3.5 million and employs more than 975 people.

Statistics:

  • Parsons Technology has a customer base of over 3.5 million.
  • The company has 975 employees.
  • Parsons Technology offers more than 75 software products across nine divisions.
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer requires Microsoft Windows 3.1 or Windows 95.
  • The software requires 4MB/8MB RAM and a modem.

Sources:

  • Parsons Technology press release, Dec. 30, 1996
  • Parsons Technology Website
  • Intuit, Inc. (Nasdaq: INTU)
  • Quicken(R) Financial Software
  • Parsons Technology Media Relations: Jennifer McLeod, 319-395-9626, mcleodj@parsonstech.com