You are perfectly correct Gadjet... Sean Rosler (system administrator / sales at burst.net) had already posted a reply stating that the release of NocSoft was to be expected in the last quarter of 2001.
Also, in addition to the reference mentioned earlier about nocsoft\'s web site, lower in the page, I found the following information :
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Coming Soon: NOCSoft™ & NOCSoft™ Lite
(Formerly known as DarkOrb™ Cpanel™ 4.0)
Release Date: 4th Quarter 2001
NOCSoft™ (formerly known as CPanel™/WebHostManager™) is the only true solution for running servers with resellers and virtual domains. The software provides you with powerful web based interfaces and endless solutions for both the client and owners. Only now can you offer true reseller solutions and not have to give up security to allow resellers to add accounts. Control multiple layers of resellers, as well as large server clusters. Automate your hosting business from initial customer signup to monthly repeat billing & statements. Fully customizable admin & end-user control panel interface html, graphics, & design with built-in skin/theme layering. Automatic nightly security patches and software updates.
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The funnier part though comes in the Whois Lookup of the domain name, stating the one and only John N. Koston as the admin contact... Just makes me wonder about the post above...
I have been using Cpanel/WHM for several months already and am personnaly satisfied with the product and with the level of support I have received so far.
Even though NocSoft was something better that I was expecting eagerly, I am disappointed by the fact that we were mislead into expecting something that was not about to happen rather than sticking to Cpanel. I have always had my reservations about the new product. It was always a few month away from being released (meaning it was always there) and then, on the other hand, no one seemed to be sure about the new features. The \"we are planning to include\" replies were a sign that things were a long way from being ready ...
Whois :
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Domain Name: NOCSOFT.NET
Administrative Contact:
Koston, John
[email protected]
PO Box #400
Bloomsburg, PA 17815-0400
US
570-784-2491
Technical Contact:
Administration, System
[email protected]
PO Box #400
Bloomsburg, PA 17815-0400
US
570-784-2491
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Once again, to be perfectly honest, CPANEL is among the best software on the internet and the level of support provided with it IS GOOD. I am still perfectly satisfied technically... but on the other hand, an explanation for the HostNoc issue is due.
Nick, could you kindly take the time to post an explanation about this? I am really eager to read your reply.
Hedgehog