Compuware improves load-testing tool

Compuware Corp. unveiled a new version of its performance-testing tool that's designed to increase productivity. Compuware QALoad 5.5 is an automated load-testing tool for Web, Java, .Net and packaged enterprise applications. New features include a wizard to simplify the creation of rules. The tool also includes improved diagnostics, enhanced remote monitoring for servers and enhanced reporting. Compuware QALoad 5.5 is available now and costs $50,000 for 100 virtual servers; the price includes 12 months of maintenance.