Allows hosts to deliver most advanced hosting control panel for Windows for free with an unlimited domain license.

Ensim, a web application provider, announced that it will offer Ensim Pro X for Windows free of charge as part of a promotion with Microsoft from Jan 1, 2007 through June 30, 2007

Ensim Pro X for Windows is a single-server hosting automation and control panel solution for hosted web sites, email, and online applications. As part of this promotional program, Ensim has launched Ensim Pro Version 10.2, which incorporates several updates to the product, including Microsoft SQL Server 2005 support as well as a new web services API, enabling third party developers to more easily integrate their applications with Ensim Pro.

"By providing Ensim Pro for free, this promotion helps support Microsoft's goal of minimizing the barriers hosting providers face in growing their businesses," said John Zanni, Director of Worldwide Hosting at Microsoft Corp. "We look forward to continuing our collaboration with Ensim to ensure that hosting providers can take full advantage of the growing demand for Windows-based applications."

According to the company, Ensim Pro X for Windows includes tools needed to build and grow a professional hosting business, including Microsoft .net framework support for ASP.net hosting, extensive license manager, advanced customization tools including an open API and custom skin development kit, automation modules, including a professionally designed user interface and quick start guides and a directory of more than 100 complementary solutions to automate hosting business.

“We are delighted that Microsoft has chosen to work with us to bring the most robust Web hosting solution to an even broader market,” said Francois Depayras, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Ensim. “This promotion allows hosters to easily enter the rapidly growing market for Windows with a comprehensive control panel, giving them the necessary tools to be successful in this industry.”