An independent directory of Irish software companies is the latest addition to the Internet. Launched by Parallel Design & Development, a Dublin-based Internet and enterprise consultancy company, the Software A to Z (http:// www.parallel.ie/softwareatoz) features all the players in the rapidly expanding software sector.

The listing allows visitors to search categories including indigenous software companies, multinationals with facilities in Ireland and software resources in Ireland.

The directory, which can be added to and updated online, lists companies alphabetically, and includes contact information and links to corporate Websites.