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February 3, 2005 -- (WEB HOST INDUSTRY REVIEW) -- Web hosting automation software developer SWsoft (sw-soft.com) announced on Wednesday that it has introduced HostAdvantage, a service that enables hosting service providers to offer their customers search engine, email marketing, domain registration and other value-added services at discounted prices. SWsoft said HostAdvantage helps Web hosts increase revenues, acquire new customers and improve customer satisfaction.
The software and services offered through HostAdvantage are provided through partnerships SWsoft has established with leading vendors including Overture, Submitnet, IntelliContact, Constant Contact and Global Name Registry.
"We are fully committed to hosting providers and are pleased to offer additional revenue generation engines beyond our software solutions," says Kurt Daniel, director of marketing at SWsoft. "HostAdvantage quickly provides instant differentiation and helps end customers find economically attractive, value added services from their provider."
Daniel said the company plans to add additional partners to the program.
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