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Sophisticated Circuits Announces iDo Script Scheduler

-- Unlimited Number of Scheduled Events Automate AppleScript, Complete with Idle Triggers and Hot Keys --

WOODINVILLE, Wash., October 21, 1999 -- Sophisticated Circuits, Inc. today announced the iDo Script Scheduler(tm), an easy to use Control Panel that helps users automate their machines using AppleScript(R). Mac OS(tm) users can now schedule an unlimited number of events that trigger AppleScripts to run automatically -- any time, day or night. The iDo Script Scheduler can now also trigger AppleScripts when the system is idle, and has Hot Keys for instant, user-activated AppleScripts. The iDo Script Scheduler was previously highlighted in its "lite" mode within Mac OS 8.6 and from <http://www.apple.com/applescript/>, and remains freely available on the AppleScript site. Priced at $24.95 each or $199 per 10-pack, the full, unlimited iDo Script Scheduler is available today at <http://www.sophisticated.com/>, with site licenses also available.

"We've had a tremendous response to the 'lite' version of the iDo Script Scheduler included in Mac OS 8.6," stated Sal Soghoian, AppleScript product manager. "With Mac OS 9, we've enabled AppleScripts to run across the Internet. Add the powerful tools in the iDo Script Scheduler and the possibilities are limitless. Every serious scripter should get this."

"iDo Script Scheduler couldn't come at a better time," said Jonathan Feinstein of Sophisticated Circuits. "AppleScript's power just took a quantum leap between the iDo Script Scheduler and recent scripting advances within the Mac OS. The newly incorporated System Idle triggers further extend the event-driven possibilities. Plus, we added Hot Keys for those AppleScripts you want to activate yourself."

Hot Keys, Idle Triggers and Unlimited Scripts

The iDo Script Scheduler in lite mode allows the user to create up to three events, using any time-based triggers. These events can run scripts either once, on chosen day(s) of the week or month, or at any regular repeating interval. Each event can also pass a line of parameters to the script.

The new, full iDo Script Scheduler has no limit on the number of scheduled events that run AppleScripts. Newly incorporated Idle triggers wait for periods of mouse and/or keyboard inactivity to automatically execute AppleScripts. The new Hot Keys feature allows the user to launch AppleScripts with a keystroke, which can include any combination of modifier keys, providing a fast, global way for users to run scripts, regardless of what else is happening with the applications or the OS. These enhanced abilities add to the feature set of the free, lite mode of iDo Script Scheduler. In either lite or regular mode, the iDo Script Scheduler is itself scriptable, giving the user advanced control of when scripts should be run.

Mac OS 9-Savvy, Committed to the Community

iDo Script Scheduler puts powerful schedule-driven automation into the toolbox of every Mac user. Consistent with Sophisticated Circuits' long-term commitment to product compatibility with the latest important advances to the Mac OS, iDo Script Scheduler takes full advantage of Mac OS 9's multiple-user capabilities. Each user can have their own schedule of events, Idle Triggers and Hot Keys. In support of the AppleScript community, Sophisticated Circuits will continue to make the basic iDo Script Scheduler application freely accessible, with the lite mode always available to run for free, and the regular, feature-enhanced mode available for shareware prices.

Pricing and Availability

The new iDo Script Scheduler is available immediately from Sophisticated Circuits' Web site at <http://www.sophisticated.com/> for $24.95 each, or $199 per 10-pack, with site licenses available directly from Sophisticated Circuits.

About Sophisticated Circuits

Founded in 1984, Sophisticated Circuits, Inc. is a privately held corporation located in Woodinville, WA. Sophisticated Circuits, Inc. develops elegant, highly integrated hardware/software tools which make the lives of computer professionals easier by enhancing the reliability, remote access and automation capabilities of servers and personal computers. Further information on Sophisticated Circuits may be obtained by accessing <http://www.sophisticated.com/>, by calling 800/769-3773, or by sending e-mail to: . International inquiries can also reach Sophisticated Circuits by calling +425/485-7979, or by sending a fax to +425/485-7172.

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