We haven’t had reports of any problems, so no immediate need to provide any updates !

That doesn’t mean new features are not coming.  We will be providing an update in November that will add a couple of new features.

So what is happening at MasterLink ?  Auto Shop Writer 10 !  Yes, we are working on a MAJOR new upgrade to the system.

Why are we doing it ?  Because we have some significant new features we want to add, and we need to do a lot of internal revision to optimize the existing code, and enhance our databases.

Will it be hard to learn ?   Absolutely NOT.  At first glance, it will look pretty much like your existing system, and you will find everything you need right where you found it before.  There is essentially a zero learning curve on existing features, and we’ll provide some new videos for the new features.

What is all this stuff about Windows 10?  Microsoft has announced Windows 10, and yes, we already have a preview version.  It is not planned for release until Fall, 2015, but they want techies to work with it now.  The idea is to blend the best features of Windows 8 with a more popular desktop experience.  It works well now, but it will continue to be refined based on a lot of input.  Microsoft really does want to be responsive to their clients and very fast with their updates and problem fixes.  ASW 10 is already running in Windows 10, and of course it runs on Windows tablets with no problems.  We’ll keep you updated.

What will ASW 10 cost ?  ASW 10 is a major upgrade.  Our policy is to provide it at no extra charge as part of the DPP and Rental plans.  It will hopefully be released in the first quarter of 2015, after extensive live testing.  If you keep your 2015 DPP fees current, you will automatically get it !