Technology briefs

Computerworld - Parasoft Rolls Out New Testing Tool

Parasoft Corp. has released Parasoft SOAtest 4.5, an auto-mated Web services testing product. The application features enhanced service-oriented architecture governance controls for development, broader test management support and automated testing of the Business Process Execution Language, according to the Monrovia, Calif.-based company. SOAtest 4.5 provides validation of compliance with a wide range of Web standards, including those set by the Organization for the Advancement of Structured Information Standards. It also offers best practices for security, maintainability and reusability, and integrates directly with Mercury Interactive Corp.'s TestDirector and IBM's Rational TestManager. It is available now for Windows 2000, Windows XP, Linux and Solaris. Pricing starts at $3,995.

PeopleCube Updates Resource Application

PeopleCube in Waltham, Mass., has unveiled the latest version of its Resource Scheduler software, which is available now as a hosted application or through a standard software licensing agreement. Resource Scheduler, a Web-based meeting-room and resource management application, now offers two add-on services and asset management modules, according to the company. Under a standard license model, pricing starts at $40 per user, while hosted delivery starts at $3 per user plus start-up fees, based on customer requirements.

LSI Logic Launches New Line of HBAs

LSI Logic Corp. in Milpitas, Calif., has introduced a family of serial-attached SCSI host bus adapters for internal and external storage. The new line includes one four-port controller and three new eight-port controllers, as well as hardware-based RAID functionality. Retail prices range from $205 to $260.