FAST Search

The FAST ESP Enterprise Search software created by Fast Search & Transfer ASA who were acquired by Microsoft in January 2008.  The software is now provided as “FAST Search for SharePoint 2010”

Microsoft FAST Search Server 2010 for SharePoint

“Microsoft FAST Search Server 2010 for SharePoint offers a new choice in enterprise search. Combining the power of FAST with the simplicity of SharePoint, FAST Search Server 2010 for SharePoint delivers an exceptional intranet and people search experience and a platform for building custom search-driven applications.”

Semaphore for Microsoft FAST

Semaphore for Microsoft FAST integrates the Semaphore Open Semantic Platform into the indexing and query capabilities of FAST to add true “aboutness” taxonomy classification and powerful ontology driven navigation.