FAQs

Answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) are available below:

Frequently asked questions


  • What makes ENPS different?

  • ENPS is an easy to use, easy to maintain system that gives users control over all resources in a newsroom. Some of the key features of ENPS are:

    • A powerful search engine for finding anything, anywhere in the system or on the web, with a single search.
    • The architecture of ENPS can turn an enterprise with several locations using ENPS into one 'virtual newsroom', able to easily and efficiently share information.
    • Produce for the web and on-air with one system. Easily create content for either output channel without cut and paste.
    • Integration with external media systems through the MOS (Media Object Server) protocol. From inside the ENPS interface, journalists can see, use, and control third-party devices, such as video servers or character generators.
    • Because ENPS updates are included and available to all customers, ENPS sites can take advantage of the best practices and innovation by ENPS users worldwide.
     

  • Back to Top
  •  
  • How will ENPS improve my news operation?

  • ENPS reduces story research time, makes better use of archives and other news resources, and helps journalists get the whole story, not just the pieces that are easiest to find. ENPS also integrates your web team with your broadcast team, helping you deliver the news much faster than the competition. Your staff will come to see ENPS as essential tools of their craft.

  • Back to Top
  •  
  • What are the server and client hardware requirements?

  • To view the full specification, go to Hardware Requirements.

  • Back to Top
  •  
  • How does ENPS compare with other large newsroom computer systems?

  • ENPS has accomplished what is still on the drawing board for most other vendors. AP takes advantage of the latest hardware and software components, and allows for future updates. ENPS is designed to allow additional technologies to be plugged in as they become viable for your operation.

  • Back to Top
  •  
  • How reliable is ENPS?

  • Small and large sites running ENPS for more than a decade report ENPS has never missed a show. Because ENPS uses a network of servers, this vastly decreases the chance that a server failure can affect a broadcast. The system has been thoroughly tested to ensure that it can operate continuously under the most demanding conditions.
     

  • Back to Top
  •  
  • What tools does ENPS include for correspondents in the field?

  • The ENPS Mobile Suite includes a web client, WAP client for mobile phones and Web client for Windows Mobile 5+ phones. In addition, users can connect through a VPN using the full ENPS client. Users have the option to write stories in ENPS when disconnected from the network then send their stories when they reconnect.

    SNAPfeed enables video to be sent to the newsroom from a laptop computer. Click here for more information about SNAPfeed.
     

  • Back to Top
  •  
  • What is the ENPS Internet strategy?

  • ENPS can send news directly from the desktop to the web. Manage your website output from an ENPS rundown. ENPS eliminates the need for cutting and pasting, allowing journalists to create their stories in ENPS regardless of its eventual destination. Click here for more information about ENPS Web publishing.
     

  • Back to Top
  •  
  • In which languages is ENPS available?

  • ENPS is designed for multi-language use. Non-English language characters can be written in any text window if the user workstation has installed the appropriate language version of the operating system.

    In addition, on-screen commands and other text can be modified to native language and even local dialects.
     

  • Back to Top
  •  
  • Will data from my existing newsroom system be compatible with ENPS?

  • ENPS can convert archives from virtually all legacy newsroom systems so you can import your archives into ENPS.
     

  • Back to Top
  •  
  • Can ENPS be customized for my operation?

  • Our team works with you to customize ENPS to meet your needs. Simple drag-and-drop operations and easy-to-understand menus allow you to design the system as you need it today, and to change as you need to for tomorrow. ENPS allows managers to make many of the changes they need, without relying on system administrators to execute the changes.
     

  • Back to Top
  •  
  • Is 24-hour, 7-day support available?

  • Yes, every news operation needs it, and AP provides it. ENPS team members are available to answer your call whenever you need the help.
     

  • Back to Top
  •  


Terms and Conditions © 2009 Associated Press. All Rights Reserved.