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Colligo Workgroup Edition
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  1. What equipment do I need to run Colligo Workgroup Edition software?
  2. How frequently do you ship releases?
  3. How does the licensing work?
  4. Do you need a copy on every laptop for it to work?
  5. How much disc space does a Workgroup Edition install require?
  6. Can I transfer Photos, Music, and Video?
  7. Are your products certified for Windows XP/Vista?
  8. I own Colligo Workgroup version 3.x or 4.x. Can 5.x network with version 3.x or 4.x?
  9. Which operating systems does Workgroup Edition run on?
  10. Can't I set up an ad hoc network myself? Why do I need Workgroup Edition?
  11. How do I know that Workgroup Edition is secure?
  12. What is the distance range of a wireless network using Workgroup Edition?
  13. Where is Workgroup Edition available?
  14. Can I talk to public IM clients like AOL or MSN?

What equipment do I need to run Colligo Workgroup Edition software?

Any wirelessly-enabled laptop will work with Colligo Workgroup Edition. If you are buying new hardware or upgrading your system, consider using the Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system or Microsoft® Windows® Vista®, since Workgroup Edition is optimized to work best with these latest operating systems.

How frequently do you ship releases?

Colligo Workgroup Edition is a well established and broadly adopted product. For this mature software, we expect to deliver releases every few of years.

How does the licensing work?

When you purchase a Workgroup Edition software license, you can install the software on your computer (PC, laptop or notebook). Additional licenses are required for others to install the software on their computers.

Do you need a copy on every laptop for it to work?

In order for a device to be seen by other users Colligo Workgroup Edition (or Colligo Personal Edition) needs to be installed on the device.

How much disc space does a Colligo Workgroup Edition install require?

Colligo Workgroup Edition requires approximately 11MB of disk space.

Can I transfer Photos, Music, and Video?

Absolutely, Workgroup Edition uses standard file transfer methods and adds compression technologies for optimizing fast transmissions over wireless. Workgroup Edition as a file transfer tool will help share files, for licensed content you will need to transfer any necessary license files as required by the software.

Are your products certified for Windows XP/Vista?

Workgroup Edition Version 5 supports the latest Microsoft operating system releases. It supports Windows XP Home and Enterprise. Support for the Microsoft XP family includes the SP3 service pack. Version 5 also supports Microsoft Vista Enterprise, Business, and Ultimate versions. These latest Microsoft PC operating systems bring significant upgrades in support for security and wireless technologies. 

I own Colligo Workgroup version 3.x or 4.x. Can 5.x network with version 3.x or 4.x?

Colligo Workgroup Edition version 5.x can discover, connect, and interact with version 3.x or 4.x users. However, version 3.x users will not be able to take advantage of the new Windows Shared Folders and Windows Shared Printers capabilities. And version 4.x will need to upgrade to 5.x to support Vista and Outlook 2007 calendar sharing.


Which operating systems does Colligo Workgroup Edition run on?

Colligo Workgroup Edition version 4.x runs on Microsoft® Windows® XP and Windows® XP Tablet Edition, Windows® 2000, Windows® Me, Windows® 98 Second Edition, and Windows® Pocket PC 2000, 2002, and Windows® Mobile2003. Contact Contact sales to purchase version 4.x. Workgroup Edition Version 5.x supports only the latest Microsoft operating system releases: Windows® XP (Business, Enterprise, and Ultimate) and Microsoft® Vista® (Enterprise, Business, and Ultimate). These latest Microsoft PC operating systems bring significant upgrades in support for security and wireless technologies. 

Can't I set up an ad hoc network myself? Why do I need Workgroup Edition?

Have you tried setting up your own ad hoc network? Your Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer would be able to. Workgroup Edition has simplified the numerous tasks to a single click that adds security and common applications to make it easy for mobile professionals to focus on their tasks not their computers. Workgroup Edition allows you to discover, connect, and interact with other users in a familiar and easy to use interface. With a quick glance you can determine who is available and who is not, you can quickly and easily exchange information and files, share resources such as folders and printers, and coordinate meetings by sharing free time slots in your Outlook calendar. No re-configuring of network cards, IP addresses, nor making sure your team members' computers can communicate.

How do I know that Workgroup Edition solutions are secure?

Workgroup Edition supports encrypted transmission with built-in SSL security ensures - the same high level security as Internet banking. In addition, Workgroup Edition's patented authentication technology uses x509 certificates, protecting you from "man in the middle attacks". Finally, Workgroup Edition interactions are computer-to-computer rather than server-based, with fewer points of connection for hackers to attack.

What is the distance range of a wireless network using Workgroup Edition?

Workgroup Edition relies on WiFi technology (802.11b wireless networking) to discover, connect, and interact with other users. WiFi networking has an approximate range of up to 100 meters (328 feet). The range is dependent upon the actual WiFi network card and the environment in which you are using it. Environmental factors include walls and electrical interference such as cordless phones and microwaves, which can interfere and shorten the distance.

Where is Colligo available?

Colligo Workgroup Edition can be purchased from the Colligo Online Store at http://www.colligo.com/store.

Can I talk to public IM clients like AOL or MSN?

No, you can't talk to public IM clients like AOL, ICQ, or MSN. However you can communicate with other Workgroup Edition users and our patented user authentication scheme allows you to verify their identity, something that public IM clients don't provide. Workgroup Edition allows you to talk to Windows-based desktops, laptops, and notebooks. Please read our hardware requirements

Does Colligo support Bluetooth and other OS?

Currently, Workgroup Edition does not support the Bluetooth wireless specification nor does it support other computer operating systems such as Macintosh or Linux. Please read our hardware requirements for more information.

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