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PC Industry Reference Database
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Business & Productivity Software
Business & Productivity Software News:

Sybase Sets Industry Performance Record

Andyne Query Management Option for GQL

Brainstorm OfficeLink for Lotus Notes 2.0

Lotus Begins Manufacturing Notes Release 4

PeopleSoft Certifies Implementation Partners

Adobe PageMaker 6.0 Competitive Upgrade

Intuit Intros The QuickBooks 4.0 Line

AMF Daily Planner & PIM V5.1

Wordware with 60 New Productivity Tools

New Line of AMF Windows 95 Software

Blueridge OPTIX Database Publishing System

StopWatch Time Recording Package

Quarterdeck Ships Hijaak Graphics Suite 95

PC-FOOD II Professional Food Costing

Network Music Presentation Audio CD-ROM

FIX Stats Statistical Process Control Swr

MetaTools KPT Power Photos III Ships

Borland Releases Visual dBase 5.5A Update

Brainstorm OfficeLink for Lotus Notes 2.0

Cincom CONTROL:Acquire Enterprise Mgmt Swr

Softimage 3D for Windows NT on Alpha Workstn

Mailer's Software Business Coder Option

MetaTools Kai's Power Tools 3 for Win95/NT

Ensign Event Mngt & Systems Admin. Solution

Lotus Shipping Secure Int'l Edition of Notes

Btrieve & Magic Software Alliance

Adobe Ships Adobe FrameMaker+SGML

EXM/Time Corp Calendar/Scheduling

Microsoft Softimage 3D for Windows NT

Microsoft Access Developers Toolkit Avail

ROLAP Superior Arch for Data Warehouse

DecisionMaster Strategic Retail System

Solomon Swr Leads Accounting Swr Industry

Cincom M/Text Document Production System

CODA & Cognos Join Forces

Charles River CD HELPdesk Series for Novell

Platinum Image Analyzer for SQL Server

Personal-Agent Monitors Incoming Info

ICVERIFY Wireless Credit Card Authorization

Wang & Microsoft Imaging Swr for Win95

Oberon Support for Lotus 4.0 with Prospero

Cincom M/ARCHIVE Document Archiving System

Customized Elec Travel Expense Reporting Sys

Delrina FormFlow Top Forms Mgmt Program

Calendaring & Scheduling Across Enterprises

Delrina FormFlow Supports Lotus Notes Rel 4

Lotus Notes & IBM MQSeries Integration

Lotus eApps Web-Enabled Notes Business Apps

IQ/Objects Earns Byte Editor's Choice Award

Lotus Components Task-Focused Swr Modules

Lotus Expands SmartSuite Distribution

Lotus Launches Notes Release 4

Lotus Notes Release 4 Certification & Educ

Lotus Products Integrated with SAP R/3

Lotus Notes Public Networks Release 4

Pgms for WordPerfect Users Moving to Word

Platinum Plan Analyzer for Oracle

Platinum Adds Network Transaction Mgmt

SPC ASAP WordPower Creates Visuals

Mathematica Link to Microsoft Word

RightFAX Receives Best LAN Fax Server Award

Kai's Power Tools for Win95/NT Addendum


Professional/Engineering Software
Professional/Engineering Software News:

ComponentWorks Virtual Instrument Dev.

InterPlot Raster Offline Driver Pack

PowerRas Raster Editing & Conversion Tool

Tune-a-Fish for PROVOX Controllers

Interactive Bloodborne Disease Training

BSO/TASKING Swr Toolset for DSP56000 Family

FREE Intusoft SPICE Newsletter

New Mastercam CAD/CAM Release at Autofact

Integrated Plant Package - Industrial Piping

Mentor Graphics Acquires Zeelan Technology

Mentor Graphics Acquires 3Soft Corp

EASi-CRASH Crash Occupant Simulation Swr

HTS Chemicals on CD-ROM

Synopsys Accord Chemistry Viewer Free on Net

Autodesk Ships AutoCAD Rel 13 for Win95

Autodesk Preferred Education Partner Program

Intergraph Expands Lead in 3D Plant Design

Giddings & Lewis IEC1131 Programming Tool


Personal & Educational Software
Personal & Educational Software News:

Wonder Tools Preschool Products

Compaq & Fisher-Price Wonder Tools at CES

The Great Kat CD-ROM Signing, Jan 17 NYC

SKIcd for Ski Vacation Planning

Conceptual Kinematics Tutorial on Motion

DTE Homewise Home/Family Organizer

Master Investor for Windows

Opcode Launches Integrated MIDI Solution

Essex Interactive Valentine/Card Maker

Carley Creations Car Care Software

History of Computing Encyclopedia

Research Analyst for Windows Investment Swr

Directory USA - 80 Million Phone Listings

Parsons Technology Personal Chef 2.0

Quicken Financial Suite


Games & Entertainment Software
Games & Entertainment Software News:

Galactic Civilizations 2 Now Available

Mummy: Tomb of the Pharaoh from Interplay

Whiplash: Multi-player 3D Racing Game

VR Baseball '96 - Total Realism for Gamers

Free PowerPlay Special Edition for Football

VR Golf '96 for PlayStation, Saturn & PC

VR Soccer '96 Kicks Off The Season

Interplay Announces Line-up of PC Titles

Interplay PlayStation Title - Loaded

Interplay Conquest of the New World

Casper for 32-bit Consoles in March

Interplay Gears for First TSR Licensed Title

Descent II for PC/Mac/PlayStation March 13th

Quarterdeck GameRunner 3 Enhancement Pckg

Shockwave Assault for PlayStation

Microsoft Games for Windows 95 CD Coming

Tommy: The Interactive Adventure

Microsoft Games Development Relationships

Arcade America Interactive CD-ROM Game

EA & Colossal Pictures: Psychic Detective

Road Rash Motorcycle Racing for PlayStation

Capcom Announces Sony Playstation Products

Capcom Releases Mega Man X3 for SNES

Word Search Rampage Puzzle Game

Word Wrestle V1.1 Puzzle/Word Game

Foul Play - Mystery At Awkward Manor

Radix - Beyond the Void V1.1 Released


System Software & Utilities
System Software & Utilities News:

No More #*!$ Viruses Comments by Jim Bates

TTI Secures Distribution Rights to TGV Swr

Cheyenne Ships ARCserve Ver 6 for NetWare

Spyglass Licenses Web Client Technology

Convert Any Help File Into a Web Site

One Step Creation for HTML & WinHelp

Ericsson Uses IONA Orbix as Int'l CORBA Std

Chariot Network Performance Analysis Swr

MicroGate MG3780 Comm App for OS/2

MicroGate BSCAPI for OS/2

Last Call for OutsideView Upgrades

NetWare/GroupWise Msg Throughput Increase

Cheyenne InocuLAN 1.01 for Windows NT

Cheyenne Ships InocuLAN 4.0 for NetWare

HP Unveils Windows Access Solution for Unix

Intergraph NFS Competitive Upgrade Program

Intergraph eXalt Passes Windows 95 Logo Test

Microsoft Support for IEEE 1394 Bus Std

Novell Puts Developers on Network Fast Track

Novell/Voysys Add Voice to Network Telephony

Novell Announces NetWare Mobile

Novell DeveloperNet Tech Support CD Special

TechSmith Releases SnagIt/32 for Win95/NT

pcANYWHERE Offer via Operation Snow Storm

MetaSolv PowerFrame Framework Library V3.0

Xceed Zip Compression Library V2.0 Released

Artisoft Shipping LANtastic for Windows 95

WindowBuilder Pro/V 3.1 Adds New Features

Tally Systems Patents Swr Inventory Tech.

IBM ADSTAR Provides Lotus Notes Backup

Borland Announces 3 New Versions of Delphi

Microsoft Exchange Srvr MTA 1988 X.400 Cert.

Novell Simplifies Conversion to NetWare 4.1

Novell DeveloperNet Signs up 1,000th User

Dashboard Collects Awards & Honors

WinNewt Develops Newton Scripts on Windows

Crescent Internet ToolPak for Visual Basic

ChekMate V2.0 Virus Detection Utility

Ultimate SNA Server Starter Pak

Bay Networks Leader in RMON Network Mgmt

CA-Unicenter/TNG Swr Developers' Kit Avail

Ind. Leaders Embrace CA-Unicenter/TNG SDK

ViruSafe V6.8 for DOS/Windows

New Version IBM AntiVirus Swr Supports Win95

Record Numbers OS/2 Warp at End of 1995

Parsons Technology Virucide Plus 4.0

Revelation VIP 2.0 for Lotus Notes

KL Group X/Motif Widgets & Utilities

QualSoft to Distribute KL Group XRT Widgets

Lexmark MarkVision Supports ManageWise 2.0

MDI Intros EZ-Express 2.0 Storage Mgmt

Ultimate SNA Server Starter Pak

Corporations Accelerating Windows Adoption

Microsoft Encourages Move to 32-bit Windows

Attachmate Licenses Win/NT/95 Technology

Novell TUXEDO Support from Centura/Gupta

SofTrack Adds Local Workstation Metering

Visual Edge Cross-Platform Toolset Release

Syntegration Traveling Workplace OS/2 Util


Macintosh Specific Software
Macintosh Specific Software News:

C&G Sneak Previews at MacWorld Expo

WordPerfect 3.5 for Mac Editors Choice Award

SuperCard 2.5 French Version Ships

Lost Cost CFR CD-ROM Available for Macintosh

dtF Relational Database for Mac at MacWorld

Quarterdeck Strategy for Mac Internet Swr

Quarterdeck WebStar Commerce Toolkit Preview

Quarterdeck Demos WebTalk for Macintosh

MoreInfo 3.0 for Apple Newton 2.0

One Million SoftArc FirstClass Licenses

Multiproc. Support for Adobe After Effects

Adobe Premiere Bundled with Media 100 qx PCI

Adobe Illustrator Conference in New Orleans

PhotoDeluxe & Epson Action Scanning System

Adobe HomePublisher Now PowerMac Native

Adobe SiteMill Mac Web Management Software

Adobe Illustrator 6.0 for Mac Ships

Expanded/Updated Dev Environment for Netwon

Flexibility in Managing Info To/From Newton

Allegiant Marionet Internet Scripting Kit

MacWorld Expo & Apple Internet Solutions

Apple Media Tool 2.0 & Prog. Environment

Apple Ships Enhanced Development Tools

Apple Speech Recognition Manager Swr Dev Kit

Apple & Adobe Video Publishing Solution

Apple Expands Breadth of Newton Solutions

Omnipage Pro 6.0 Available for Macintosh

Omnipage Pro & Paperport VX Link for Mac

Microsoft Mac Internet Assistant for Word

MetaTools Supports Adobe Illustrator 6.0 API

Netcom Unveils Netcruiser for Macintosh

RealAudio Server Products for Macintosh

Quarterdeck Mac Internet/Intranet Strategy

Quarterdeck Demos WebTalk for Mac

Quarterdeck WebStar Commerce Toolkit Preview

iambic Ships Action Names 3.0 for Newton 2.0

Symantec ACT! Contact Manager for Newton

Opcode Vision 3.0, OMS 2.0 & Galaxy 2.0 Mac

Dayna AddressBook for PCMCIA Modems

Opcode Studio Vision Pro 3.0 Sweeps Awards

Specular Sweeps Industry Awards

Virtus Ships Voyager 1.0 3D Mac Web Browser

DOT Emergency Response Guidebook

Pocket Doc Medical Record for Newton MsgPad

Medical Extensions for Newton 2.0

MoreInfo 3.0 for Newton 2.0

NetDoubler Network Performance Booster

Hyperlinks Added to OPTIX Doc Imaging System

Sonic Bridge Software for Open Transport

Microspot PhotoFix Upgraded

3D World - 3D Design Software

Omnipage Pro 6.0 Available for Macintosh


Miscellaneous Software
Miscellaneous Software News:

Novell Drops Price on Tech Support CD-ROM

Adobe PostScript Ported to PowerPC 603e

Digital Enhanced Alphaserver Software Kit

FlashWare Integrates Video & Audio


System Hardware
System Hardware News:

Alpha Shatters SAP SD Benchmark Record

Digital Intros 150 & 166MHz Pentiums

Pacific Internet - WebCube Internet Servers

New DEC Starion PCs with 150 & 166MHz Proc.

Dell Optiplex & Dimension PCs w/New Proc's

Intergraph High-Performance 3D Workstations

Micron Intros 150 & 166MHz Pentium Systems

WebCube Series P Pentium Internet Server

Dolch NotePAC Industrial Notebook

NexGen Wins Order from Dutch PC Company

NexGen Signs Largest PC Company in E. Europe

Acer Aspire Innovations'96 Honors at CES

PowerMac 8500 + Adobe Premiere/After Effects

Packard Bell/MSFT Deliver Ultimate Home PC

AST Gives New Meaning to Tech Support

Zenith Slashes Z-Stations up to 19%

Zenith Wireless MultiCruise System

Fujitsu Stylistic 500 Streamlines Searle

Zenith Intros Z-STATION GT Pentium Pro

Intergraph into Broadcast & Entertainment

Intergraph TDZ 3D Graphics Workstations

ALR First to Offer 166MHz Pentium Servers

AST Demos Quick-to-Market P6 Strategy

Gateway 2000 Achieves High Ranking

Dell Dimension XPS Pro150 with ramRIGHT

AlphaServer 8400 Earns Oracle Warehouse Cert

Tadpole 166MHz Pentium Notebook Computer

IEEE 1394 Serial Bus in TI Notebooks

Enhancement to TI Extensa Notebook Family

Digital Ships 1000th AlphaServer 8000 System

Pacific Internet WebCube Series P Servers

ALR to Bundle Spry Web Server Software

ALR Offers 100MHz Optima SL at $995

Dell Strengthens Price Leadership

HP Drops Prices on OmniBook 5000 & 600 PCs

HP Intros High-Perf Pentium Pro Vectra PCs

HP Developer's Station for App Developers

New IBM PC Server Options & Reduced Prices

IBM Flat-panel Operator Workstation


Expansion Hardware
Expansion Hardware News:

Geotest GT25--DIO & GT50-DIO App Fact Sheet

Mediatrix Distribution Deal w/GMS Datalink

PC Hwr/Swr Meet FOUNDATION Fieldbus Stds

Dell Selects STB POWERGRAPH 64 Video

Adaptec ATM NIC Interoperability Testing

PowerShop PCI Accelerators w/Adobe Photoshop

HP Slashes Price of PCI LAN Adapters

Opcode Unveils MIDI Translator PC

First Compaq PCMCIA Ethernet Card

HP 100VG-AnyLAN Momentum Continues


Peripheral Hardware
Peripheral Hardware News:

SMART Application Guide for Reliability

Mirus Awarded E Award Exporting Excellence

Low Cost of Operation for Phaser 550 Prtr

ETC & AT&T ViewMagic Monitor Distribution

Farallon Personal Netopia ISDN Modem

AppleVision 1710 Monitor

Hayes Lowers Prices on ACCURA Modems

Practical Peripherals Cuts Modem Prices

SyQuest EX135 OEM Agreement with Apple

SyQuest Expands Relationship with Polaroid

SyQuest Redies SyJET 1.3GB Drive

XANTE X-ACT Laser Printer Calibration Tech.

Aggressively Priced XANTE Hi-Res Laser Prtr

XANTE Accel-a-Graphix CT4 Print Server

Epson Demos PhotoPC Digital Camera

Epson Intros 340MB Hard Disk Drive PC Card

Samsung Expands Service & Support Program

ETC & NIS Agreement for ViewMagic Monitors

Quantum DLTstor Tape Library Product

Quantum DLT 7000 Tape Drive

Reveal Theatra Speaker Line Promo

Xionics XipPrint II for HP LaserJet 5Si

Questra Joins Xionics Development Partners

SuperPrint LE for WinNT With Epson Printers

Cirque GlidePoint Wave Keyboard


Macintosh Specific Hardware
Macintosh Specific Hardware News:

NUpowr Upgrades PowerBook 500 Series

Powershop Sweeps Best Product Awards

Apple to Demo DOS/Windows Compatibility Card

Newer Tech. NUpowr Power PC Upgrade

Adaptec UltraSCSI for PCI PowerMac

FORE Delivers Mac PCI Bus ATM Adapter

Asante MacCon CS & FriendlyNet PC Card

Diamond Javelin Video 3000 Enhanced Drivers

Mac-compatible PC Cards from Espon

Communicard Plus Ethernet/Modem PC Card

Dayna Wireless LAN PC Card for Newton

Dayna Bluestreak 10/100 PDS Card

UltraDock Docking Station Expanded


Miscellaneous Hardware
Miscellaneous Hardware News:

Sonic Announces Fast Ethernet Product Line

Intel Raises Pentium Performance to 166 MHz

StrataCom ATM SVCs & ATM Security Features

Multi-Tech Systems COMDEX Fall'95 Review

ACC Broadens Popular Yukon Bridge/Routers

Altera Reduces Prices on FLEX 8000 Devices

Bay Networks Broadens Remoate Access Mgmt

Asante 16-Port Intelligent Hub

Cirrus Logic Intros COG Drivers for Notebook

New MIPS Micro Accelerates 3D Graphics

StrataCom Brings ATM to South Africa

Zilog Intros New DSP Core

Zilog Unveils Low Cost S180 Emulator

Zilog Voice Controllers w/Caller ID & Flash

ACC Danube Branch Office Router Enhanced

MIPS Breaks RISC CPU Perf Bottlenecks

Cray Frame Relay Encryptor Named Hot Product

Dayna Ships Bluestreak 10/100 Bridge

MICOM Achieves MCI Cert for Frame Relay Prod

Aladdin Rainbow Personal Closed Circuit TV

Voice/Fax Over Frame Relay/X.25 Networks

MICOM & AT&T Voice & Data Compression Sys.

9-pin RS-232 to RS-422/485 Converters

Pipeline Integrated Remote Access Routers

AT&T Network Systems Home Wiring Network

Compaq Deskpro PCs Receive DMI Compliance

Kingston Cuts Memory Prices

Kingston Decreases Workstation Memory Prices

Kingston Cache Memory fir IBM Aptiva Series

ATM Machines with Auto User Identification

ATM-over-Copper-Wire in GeoSwitch 155

Whitetree LAN Emulation for WS3000 Switch

MICOM Digital Direct Series Modules

MICOM Adds New Network Feeder Products


Books & Publications
Books & Publications:

Painter Wow! Book with PC/Mac CD-ROM

Photoshop 3 Wow! Book, Windows Edition

Designing Multimedia

Real World Photoshop 3: Techniques

Clip Art Crazy, Windows Edition

HyperCard 2.3 in a Hurry

Painter 3.1 for Macintosh: Visual Quickstart

Macintosh Bible Guide to ClarisWorks 4

ClarisWorks for Macintosh: Visual Quickstart

ACT! 2.0 for Windows Authorized Guide

From Chaos to Classes: OO Swr Dev in C++

Multimedia Training: Dev Tech-Based Systems

Pinter Visual FoxPro Programming Handbook

SYBASE Replication Server Primer

Troubleshooting, Maintaining & Repairing PCs

Windows Batch File Programming

World Wide Web Explorer

Build Your Own Pentium Processor PC

Internet Health, Fitness & Medicine

Windows 95 Answers: Certified Tech Support

Teach Yourself Visual Basic

Working in Microsoft Office

Inside Visual C++, Third Edition

Running Microsoft Access for Windows 95

Apple OpenDoc Programmer's Guide

Internet Yellow Pages, 3rd Edition

Microsoft Access/Visual Basic Step by Step

Microsoft Jet Database Engine Pgmr's Guide

Microsoft Money Guide to Personal Finance

Adapting PCs for Disabilities


Online & Internet News
Online & Internet News:

LinkStar Directory of Businesses & People

What IF... the Interactive Fantasy Network

CIS Journalism Forum for Business Reporters

AOL Greenhouse Invite to CES Attendees

AOL PicturePlace Becomes PictureWeb

Roseberry's - Unique Internet Art!

Web-Based AT&T Business Network

Animated Cursor Schemes for Win95 WWW Site

IBM Cuts Internet Access Prices in USA

Super Bowl Web Site Launched

Wildcat! 5 for Windows 96/NT

IETF Spec for Bandwidth Allocation Control

Adobe & PictureWeb Photos Online Alliance

Adobe Integrates Java Technology in PageMill

Adobe PageMill Web Authoring Tool

New Jersey Online School-House

WWW Site for Doing Business with Fed Gov't

AOL & Century Online/HFS Alliance

Sybase New Media Website Open for Business

ESL Global Messaging Deal with BT

DEC Super Spider Fastest-Growing Search Tool

Quarterdeck Internetsuite 2.0

Quarterdeck WebStar Win95/NT Web Server

Tektronix PhaserLink WWW Swr for Color Prtrs

AMP Global Electronic Service via Internet

Apple Cross-Platform 3D file Internet Std.

Cognos Scores Big with Superbowl Fans

Novell NetWire Web Site Passes Milestone

O'Reilly Releases WebSite 1.1

AOL & Reebok Announce Online Music Awards

InterZine Launches iSKI on AOL

New Home Improvement Forum on AOL

ICL Warning to Local Gov't on Superhighway

IBM Brings NHL All-Star Game to Cyberfans

IBM & RSA Jointly Work on Open Cryptography

MSN Extends Trial-Membership Offer

Plug-Ins for Netscape Navigator API

Find Your Cyber-Soulmate with Novell

CISCO & Netscape Sign Software Licensing

Spyglass Releases Open Web Server SDK

Superbowl Fans Attack Statistics with Cognos

WatchDog Internet & Computer Monitoring Swr

Opcode Announces WWW Site on Internet

Raptor Firewall Security Solution for Win NT

Virtual Classrooms Debut on Internet

TriTeal & Spyglass Server License Agreement

Toys R Us Opens Web Site

HealthGate WWW Medical Info System

Orbix & Java Integration Pubs CORBA on Net

First Internet Subscription Ordering System

First Internet Site from M&M/MARS

TARGET! Web Server Log Analysis

Salvo Web Browser Access to Enterprise Apps

Parallel Performance FREE Email Newsletters

Integrated Wireless cc:Mail Enablement

INFORIUM LivePAGE WebMaster Software

AOL, ABC & NFL Host Super Bowl XXX Online

Rosebud Connects CIS Members to Pagers

Kids Bring SuperBowl to WWW via Apple

AT&T Business Network Gets 5 Star Rating

DirecPC Satellite Delivery Service

IBM Global Network Service for Lotus Notes

Free Interactive Sports News on the Internet

Enhancements for IBM InfoMarket Service

IBM Promotes Just Add OS/2 Warp on Internet

Internet Connections Pose New Threats

SPC ASAP WebShow for Netscape Navigator

Interleaf Intellecte/BusinessWeb

Lotus Notes:NewsStand on the Web

PICS Server Based on CyberNOT Rating System

Exclusive Web Coverage of OSCARS

Microsoft Internet Explorer Beta Available

Wildcat! Navigator Free for Downloading

VeriFone & Netscape Internet Payments

Camelot DigiPhone Deluxe Win95 Compatible

Business & Industry Database on FirstSearch

OCLC Enhances EJO Web Using Java in 1996

DataTimes to be Available on FirstSearch

EarthTime World Clock for Netscape Navigator

Sybase Web.Works Internet Architecture

VREAM Interactive Virt. Reality Web Browser

WebMail for Remote Email using Web Browser

VoxWare ToolFox for the Web

New MacPlanet Forms on CompuServe

Eureka! Internet Search Engine

Frontier Technologies CyberSearch 2.0 CD-ROM

PlanetEarth Scienct/Technology Directory

Original, Interactive Curriculum Online WWW

FitzGerald CyberR@g Interactive Home Page

FutureTense Texture Java-Based Web Authoring

DegrifTour Internet Travel Catalog in France


Miscellaneous News
Miscellaneous News:

SPA Announces 11th Annual Code Awards

Dialogic 'Best of Breed' Computer Telephony

Apple CEO Addresses Education Commission

Developer Central Pavilion Back at MacWorld

Sundance Film Festival New Media Center

CES Audience Told Industry Driven by PCs

Dataware Acquires Ledge Multimedia

Support Services Conference & Expo

Microsoft Wins Retailing/Merchandising Award

Microsoft Outsourcing Internal Support

Utah Tech Watch - Jan 6

Adobe Plans Expansion in Greater Seattle

Develcon Acquiring EDA Instruments

IBM Again Receives Most US Patents

New IBM Computer Helps Catch Criminals

Ontrack Data Recovery for Chubb Services

Duplex Alliance with Advanced Labeling Sys

Surface Mount Conf Call for Speakers/Papers

US Companies Maintain Large CeBIT Presence

New Dimond Developer Relations Program

CCH & Wolters Kluwer Merger Completed

Dialogic Expands Distribution Channel

FORE & GI Plan ATM-based Cable Modem Network

Apple Licenses FORE ForeThought Code

Intergraph Solid Edge Leap Day Feb 29th

AMD & Intel Sign Patent Cross License

Intel to Revise SPECInt92 Benchmark Results

Seminar on Global Info Infrastructure & Std.

MICOM Awarded ISO Registration

Novell & Microsoft Settle BBS Piracy Case

MetaTools & Live Picture Relationship Redone

AT&T Computer Unit Changes Name Back to NCR

NeXT Sponsors West Coast Webmania Event 1/30

Novell Unifies Product Organization

Novell Launches PartnerNet Scholarship Pgm

Sybase to Acquire Visual Components

TI $1 Million Challenge Gift

Telephone Response Technologies Update

Utah Tech Watch, 1/13/96

Sundance Film Festival Powered by Digital

Adobe & DPI Offer Network Printing Solutions

Adobe Prepress Products Spun Off to Luminous

Utah Tech Watch - 1/20

Innovative Scholar Award to Chilean Proj.

Apple Proceeding with Restructuring

Borland Prevails in Lotus Copyriht Suit

FTP & Firefox Announce Merger Agreement

Fulcrum Alliance Partner Program

DZIS Partners with Fulcrum

New IBM Computer System Helps Solve Crimes

IBM SecureWay Line of Security Products

Lotus Statement on Borland Court Ruling

Microsoft Acquires Vermeer Technologies

FTP Acquires Mariner from NCD

NetWorld+Interop Keynote Speakers

NIWeek Int'l Virtual Instrumentation Conf.

Multi Terabyte Data Warehouse Demonstrated

Compaq & Intel Announce New Agreements

Cabletron Synergy-Plus Partner Program

Cabletron Acquiring SMC Switching Group

Osicom to Acquire Rockwell Network Systems

Platinum Techology to Acquire Prodea

Rogue Wave Forms German Company

HP & SCO Preview Next-Generation UNIX System

Seybold Seminars Address Critical Issues

SQA Client/Server Testing in Japan

Pacific Bell Benefits from Thomas Bros. Maps

Blenheim Group 1996 Trade Show Schedule

New Haven School Chooses OPTIX Doc Mgmt Sys

IONA Tech. IonaSphere Jan'96 Newsletter

Messaging Solutions User Group Conference

Acer America Restructuring into 3 Divisions

Quantel vs Adobe in Patent Infringement

Contest Winner Takes Home PowerMac 7500

ISDN Forum to Make ISDN More Accessible

Attachmate Enhances SUPPORTWARE! Products

Bay Networks & First Virtual Alliance

Caere Terminates Acquisition of ViewStar

Compaq Outlines 1995 Highlights

Groupe Bull - Lotus Premium Business Partner

HP Supplies Lotusphere'96 Network

IBM Credit & ENTEX Alliance for PC Financing

Dodge Viper RT/10 Designed in Cyberspace

ICL Acquires ProScan II Product from Xerox

Spyglass Acquires Stonehand Inc

Sybase & Persistence Swr Technology Alliance

Lotus & Stream Announce NotesStore

Winners of 2nd Annual Lotus Beacon Awards

Technology & Teamwork Key to Business Future

Lotus Enterprise Support Program Announced

Keynote Speakers at Spring Internet World'96

Mentor Graphics Merges with Cosoft Ltd

Microsoft Tucson Support Facility Now Open

Interoperability Event Q1'96 on T-120

MetaTools Licenses Technology to Macromedia

Simplified Sybase Licensing Structure

Sybase 1998 World Cup Official Swr Supplier

FitzGerald Interactive Markeing Comm Co.

Ontrack Opens Wash, D.C. Data Recovery Lab

Miller Freeman & DSP Assoc Conf Alliance

Circuit Board Design Conf, March 18-22

Plauger to Keynote Embedded Systems Conf.

Submitting Press Releases For Distribution


SONIC ANNOUNCES FAST ETHERNET PRODUCT LINE

Sunnyvale, CA, January 2, 1996 - Sonic Systems today announced the release of an entire line of 100Base-TX Fast Ethernet cards, hubs and bridges. With the upcoming release of Open Transport 1.1, Apple's new Network Operating System, Mac users can take full advantage of the additional bandwidth offered by Fast Ethernet.

Sonic's new line of Fast Ethernet cards, the EtherFE 10/100 NuBus and PCI adapters, feature NWay technology for easy installation and automatic configuration of the network connection to the highest possible speed. NWay allows the EtherFE 10/100 cards to operate at either 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps speed from a single RJ-45 jack, providing the flexibility to operate equally well in both legacy 10Base-T and emerging 100Base-TX networks. Diagnostic LEDs provide status on activity, link integrity and network speed. Sonic EtherFE 10/100 adapters are compatible with all popular network protocols, such as AppleTalk, TCP/IP and Novell Netware's IPX; are fully compliant with IEEE 802.3 10Base-T and 802.3u 100Base-TX specifications; and are USA FCC and European CE certified.

Also announced was the FastHub/8, an eight port 100Base-TX Class II hub which makes building Fast Ethernet networks easy and affordable. Up to two FastHub/8 hubs can be cascaded together without a bridge for easy expansion. The FastHub/8 has diagnostic LEDs for collision, activity, link status and receive to help pinpoint problems.

Finally, FastBridge, a pocket sized Ethernet to Fast Ethernet bridge, enables communication between Fast Ethernet and Ethernet networks. The FastBridge makes it possible for users in a Fast Ethernet environment to access resources shared in a 10 Megabit Ethernet network, such as Laser printers, file servers, databases and E-mail, all while maintaining their connection to the Fast Ethernet network. Installation of the FastBridge is simply a matter of plugging 10 Megabit Ethernet into one end of the FastBridge and Fast Ethernet into the other, there's no configuration required or software to install.

The following chart is a summary of Suggested Retail Prices, Availability and Part Numbers.

Product Name              SRP     Availability      Sonic Part #

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Ether FE 10/100 NuBus    $399   January 15, 1996    01-SSC-3001

Ether FE 10/100 PCI      $299   January 15, 1996    01-SSC-3002

FastHub/8              $1,299   January 15, 1996    01-SSC-3101

FastBridge               $899     February, 1996    01-SSC-3201

As networks become saturated by the content-rich multimedia files so prevalent in today's computing environment, Fast Ethernet is becoming the key networking technology keeping network performance high and costs low. However, prior to the release of Open Transport 1.1, users on the Macintosh have been unable to take full advantage of the promised speed improvements. The latest version of Apple's new Network Operating System, Open Transport 1.1, will address the I/O performance problems that early adopters of Fast Ethernet encountered on the Macintosh; namely performance that barely exceeded, and occasionally lagged behind, that of 10 Megabit Ethernet.

"When we first started working with Fast Ethernet, we were disappointed that the performance didn't live up to what we expected," said Sudhakar Ravi, Sonic's Vice President of Engineering. Mr. Ravi continued, "We discovered that the problem wasn't Fast Ethernet, but that the Mac Operating System couldn't keep up. Now that Open Transport 1.1 will fix this problem, Fast Ethernet is the perfect means to satisfy the networking needs of today's most demanding Macintosh users."

All Sonic Fast Ethernet, Remote Access and Ethernet products are available to end-users from Authorized Apple Dealers, MacWarehouse, MacConnection, MacZone , Fry's Electronics, Graham MicroAge, Mac's Place, and GTSI. Resellers can purchase Sonic Systems' products from Ingram Micro, MacUSA and Merisel.

Founded in January, 1991, Sonic Systems, Inc. is one of the original suppliers of high performance networking products for Apple's Macintosh computer, and is dedicated to supplying the best values in high performance networking technology to end users. Sonic's product offerings include QuickStream/3, a three port PPP remote access hardware server; microPrint, a line of LocalTalk to Ethernet hardware bridges; IntelliStack, sixteen port stackable hub with SNMP; LANScape SNMP, an SNMP console for Macs which supports MIB compiling; The Diskless Mac, remote booting software for the Macintosh; a complete line of Ethernet cards; The AAUI Series, a comprehensive line of Ethernet transceivers; The Bridge Series, software to bridge LocalTalk to Ethernet, TokenRing, FDDI or ISDN networks; and Radar, a comprehensive network management package.

For more information on Sonic Systems or its line of Macintosh networking products, please call (408) 736-1900, fax at (408) 736-7228, E-mail to sales@sonicsys.com or visit Sonic's Web page at http://www.sonicsys.com.

Sonic Systems, Inc.

575 N. Pastoria Ave.

Sunnyvale, CA 94086


No More #*!$ Viruses Comments by Jim Bates
No More #*!$ Viruses

At last - at last!

November 25th, 1995 -- Someone has at last brought a return to sanity in providing protection against PC viruses. I refer to a new product called No More #*!$ Viruses released by R.G. Software in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Evaluating anti-virus products has long been a problem and it is very easy to pick holes in most products. When a product comes along that offers a genuine, sensible and effective solution to a major part of the problem it becomes extremely difficult to know just where to start. If it is so simple, why didn't someone think of it before? If it is so effective, why is the problem still with us? To attempt an answer to these questions let me begin with a brief analysis of the problem ...

The difficulty with computer viruses has always been that protection and recovery from their effects has required technical skill beyond the capacity of most users. The ideal solution from the point of view of the anti virus vendors would be to put a product on every PC that provided limited protection for the user with no risk of any action for damages if it failed to detect a virus. In order to maintain the market, the product (and the threat) should be infinitely upgradeable, thus forcing users into a continuous payment scheme for every PC that they operated.

This Holy Grail was the Anti-virus Scanner program which was designed to scan for virus code every time you switched on your machine. The user buys it together with an initial period of upgrades. He uses it and it finds a virus, all well and good. However, if he has a virus problem even while using it, a complaint to the vendor can be met with: "Ah! That's a new virus - it will be covered in our next upgrade". As the end of the upgrade period approaches, the user must re-subscribe to maintain his defence and thus becomes part of the endless circle generating wealth for the product vendor. This does not mean that anti-virus scanners are a bad thing. They have an important place in identifying virus code in order that users can be given accurate advice on how to deal with an outbreak, but they should not be the first line of defence nor should they be installed on every computer.

The ideal solution from the user's point of view would be a magic program which he could fit and forget. Once installed it would provide 100% protection against all possible viruses forever, without ever bothering him about the problem again. Unfortunately, this could only be achieved by completely isolating each machine and thus destroying one of the most powerful capabilities of modern computing - its inter-connectivity. The malicious little morons who write virus code are well aware of this and continue to capitalize on it.

Somewhere between these two ideals there has to be an acceptable median. Until now, most anti-virus vendors have insisted that they know best and have continued to promote the "scanners for all" approach that they know and love. I reckon that this situation is about to change and my reasoning goes like this:-

If you were in a battle, defending your position against attacks by an Army and an Air Force, you would seek all means to protect yourself. Shooting individual attackers as they approached would be A Good Thing but consider the costs of replenishing your ammunition on a regular basis and upgrading your armour to withstand new attack weapons. Now one of your guys invents a magic raygun that disables all the opposing aircraft. This doesn't end the ware but it does remove at a stroke a large part of your defence problem!

No More #*!$ Viruses represents just such a magic raygun it doesn't win the war but it will surely nullify a large part of the problem! So I'll tell you how I see it ...

The PC virus threat can usefully be divided into two parts - Boot viruses and Parasitic viruses. Although the Boot type account for less than 2% of the total number of known viruses, they produce more than 50% of reported virus attacks. No More #*!$ Viruses successfully nullifies all Boot sector viruses by simply knowing exactly what the system boot arena should look like and repairing it if it becomes compromised. During nearly 10 years of research in this field I have collected sample of over 6000 viruses of which 73 are boot sector types. I tried all of these in attempting to infect a machine protected by No More #*!$ Viruses. Not one of them succeeded. I then tried altering single bits within the boot arena and this too was detected and repaired. On Boot Sector Viruses, this product provided 100% protection and short of actually targeting this product I cannot conceive of a boot sector type that could penetrate its protection!!! I have waited nearly 10 years to be able to say that about any antivirus product.

So how do you use this magic raygun?

The product is shipped on a single 3.5" disk and is accompanied by a well written 63 page manual. Installation took me just 3 minutes on my standard machine and was never longer than 6 minutes on other hardware and software configurations that I tried. This included the time need to create the clean boot disk which is an integral part of the installation process. I opted initially for the automatic repair facility since this is how I think anti-virus software should operate - quietly, without trumpeting. Once installed, I hit it with everything I could and got nowhere. I infected machines with Boot Sector viruses, Partition Sector Viruses, Multipartite viruses and even some Parasitic viruses. I installed a new version of DOS, I built multi-boot systems, I even installed Windows 95. None of these seemed to affect No More #*!$ Viruses and it faithfully detected and repaired all attempts at system subversion.

Because this product is so deceptively simple and does not produce pretty marching columns of file names each time you run it, don't be misled into thinking that it is in any way trivial. This software is very sophisticated and was able to detect system subversion even when I introduced it at the very lowest level. During the tests I had no problems with false positives and no clashes with any of the wide range of investigative software that I use. No More #*!$ Viruses is now permanently installed on my main development and investigation machines.

So far, this evaluation reads like something written by an advertising copywriter and it is my experience that glowing tributes of this nature are rarely reliable. With this in mind I tried to think of and test for all the possible situations that a user might meet during normal computing activity. The results were interesting in that they were all mentioned in the manual.

No More #*!$ Viruses complete all of its activity during the boot phase of a machine's activity. It leaves nothing in memory to monitor any subsequent system activity and cannot therefore detect the activity of any virus or trojan which may be introduced to the system later. However, in most cases it will detect and repair the results of such activity when the machine is next switched on.

Since the primary boot process is completed before No More #*!$ Viruses begins its checks, any damage or corruption caused (for example by a virus triggering) during this time cannot be repaired. I am aware of five boot sector viruses which have a slight risk of corruption during their initial infection phase - none of these is particularly common and they do not represent a significant threat. For this reasons alone I would recommend installing No More #*!$ Viruses in a mode which will report when an infection is found in order that users can verify the integrity of their system if it happens. I did deliberately set a machine date to 6th March (after first installing No More #*!$ Viruses) and then infected it with the Michelangelo virus. The virus triggered during the infection stage and wiped out much of the disk content including the anti-virus protection. However, the clean boot disk enabled me to gain access to the damaged disk and while it did not recover the destroyed data it greatly reduced the time taken to collect what was recoverable and eased the process of re-configuration.

For a number of years I have assisted the Metropolitan Police Computer Crime Unit at New Scotland Yard in identifying and tracking computer virus attacks. During such work it is vital that I have samples of the viruses for analysis. In the recent case of the Crown versus Christopher Pile (the infamous "Black Baron") an important part of the prosecution case centered around the inclusion of infection generation numbers within the virus code. This evidence was instrumental in getting Pile sent to prison for his activities and could not have been gained without detailed sample analysis. When I first examined the methodology of No More #*!$ Viruses I was a little worried that during its repair phase it might be completely destroying evidence of a virus attack and thus make it virtually impossible to track down the nature and source of the infection. This is not the case, a sample of the intruding code is saved in a non-executable format and - just as important - an incident log is maintained to indicate just what occurred and when. All of these capabilities are mentioned in the manual which itself is quite unusual in its honest and straightforward presentation of the virus problem.

In the course of my research I have met many corporate users who complain about the continuing problem of updating their anti-virus protection. In some instances they could have as many as 70% of their machines always at least three months out of date because of the sheer time involved in installation. No More #*!$ Viruses doesn't need upgrading and this is a major cause for celebration amongst these large users. In the real world this represents a very real and worthwhile solution.

There is however, one problem which this product is likely cause for me and anyone else involved in trying to bring the virus writers to book ... In English Law, the severity of a crime is often closely linked to the actual damage that it causes. This was confirmed in the Black Baron trial and the lack of reported damage prevented the ARCV perpetrators from being prosecuted. If everyone installed No More #*!$ Viruses, the amount of damage and consequential loss and inconvenience from Boot Sector Viruses would drop to negligible proportions and in England this would mean little chance of prosecution for the virus writers. It saddens me that there may be virus writers who will NOT be strung up by their thumbs - but maybe I'll have time to help catch other, more vicious villains.

Conclusions

This is not an unsolicited testimonial - I was asked for an opinion on this product by R.G. Software. However, I am delighted to see such an excellent product appear in a field which has never had a particularly high reputation for honesty and quality. I cannot speak highly enough of this product and I will be buying more of No More #*!$ Viruses to protect my other machines. Without hesitation I urge everyone else to do likewise. Individuals will benefit from its simplicity and reliability and corporate users will save millions in time and money from its no nonsense solution to a large part of the virus problem.

Ray Glath and his team are to be congratulated, this is a real breakthrough. I look forward to the possibility of a similar ground breaking approach to parasitic viruses. Other vendors should take note, once word gets around they may lose a significant number of their golden geese.

Jim Bates - November 1995


ALPHA SHATTERS SAP SD BENCHMARK RECORD

Dramatically outperforms competition in business application environment

MAYNARD, Mass. -- January 2, 1996 -- Digital Equipment Corporation today announced the highest-ever benchmark results for SAP's leading R/3 application suite. The benchmark achieved throughput of 210,384 SAP transactions per hour with an average dialog response time of 1.64 sec. A total of 1,700 SD benchmark users was measured, performing 525,960 dialog steps per hour.

Running on Digital's AlphaServer 8400 5/300 system with the Oracle7 database, the R/3 results demonstrate that the 64-bit Alpha symmetric multiprocessing platform (SMP) delivers to customers better performance and affordability than that of any other platform available today in SAP's widely accepted business application environment. Benchmark Configuration

A joint SAP/Digital/Oracle team measured the performance of the system using the standard SAP benchmark of the R/3 Sales & Distribution (SD) module at the Digital Technology Center in Walldorf, Germany. The benchmark environment was based on Digital UNIX V3.2C and Oracle V7.1.6.2.0 supporting SAP R/3 release 2.2D. This benchmark fully complies to SAP's recently issued stringent benchmark regulations and has been audited and certified by SAP.

The client/server configuration included five 300MHz AlphaServer 8400 5/300 systems driven by the world's fastest and first BIPS (billion instructions per second) microprocessor -- the Alpha 21164. The database server was equipped with 10 CPUs (95 percent CPU utilization) and 4 gigabytes (GB) of main memory. Four application servers employed 12 CPUs with 4 GB of main memory each, and one application server employed 4 CPUs and 4 GB of main memory. The benchmark fully utilized the available CPU capacity of the application servers.

Further technical details and a benchmark report can be obtained from Digital.

Alpha's Performance Advantage

The AlphaServer 8400 and 8200 enterprise servers deliver the industry's highest RISC performance and best price/performance for business-critical applications at one-tenth the price of the most widely used mainframes.

Toni Steiner, Digital's director for SAP related business, said, "Once again, Digital has demonstrated its leading position in client/server computing. The AlphaServer 8400 SAP/Oracle benchmark results are far superior to any other platform tested so far. The tested equipment consists of proven products that are available today and are in daily productive use at numerous SAP customer sites," Steiner added.

In April, Digital and SAP announced record-setting host-based R/3 benchmark results. Today's client-server results place far greater demands on the entire system than do host-based implementations.

In early December, Digital provided added proof of Alpha's unique performance and price/performance advantages. Digital and Oracle announced a record-breaking TPC-C open systems benchmark, 11,456 tpmC at $286/tpmC, far surpassing the existing performance record. The benchmark result dramatically demonstrates the combined power of the Oracle 64-bit very large memory option coupled with Digital's 64-bit UNIX and Alpha hardware architecture.

The December benchmark result came just six weeks after the Digital/Oracle ensemble shattered the then performance record. Commenting on that result, the Gartner Group wrote, "Digital confirmed and exceeded our expectations of industry leading UNIX server platform scaling, and provided long awaited confirmation of performance promises made by Oracle and Digital since the 8400's introduction last April. The performance ... helps substantiate scaling advantages from 64-bit addressing to very large physical memory space. Since larger main memory adds more cost, Digital's achievement of excelling in price/performance,... was equally impressive."

The Digital/SAP/Oracle Advantage

SAP provides flexible, integrated client/server and mainframe-based business applications software that is compatible with most popular hardware, software, and database platforms. SAP's R/3 client/server suite is installed in 4,300 customer sites worldwide and is accepted as the standard in key industries such as oil, chemicals, consumer packaged goods, and high technology/electronics.

The Oracle7 64-bit option enables businesses to run the database portion of applications such as data warehousing and online transaction processing more than 200 times faster than on current 32-bit enterprise systems. Commercial customers running decision support applications can extract vital information from mountains of data faster and more economically than ever before.

Digital Equipment Corporation is the world's leader in open client/server solutions from personal computing to integrated worldwide information systems. Digital's scalable Alpha platforms, storage, networking, software and services, together with industry-focused solutions from business partners, help organizations compete and win in today's global marketplace.


LinkStar Directory of Businesses & People
New LinkStar Directory Establishes Integrated Solution For Finding, Publishing and Promoting Businesses And People on the Internet

Company Signs c|net and Others as Charter Advertisers-- Signs Florida's CyberGate as First in Aggressive Partners Program with ISPs and IPPs for Joint Advertising

URL: http://www.linkstar.com

DEERFIELD BEACH, FL-- LinkStar Communications Corporation introduced the LinkStar directory, the first completely integrated solution for finding, publishing and promoting businesses and people on the Internet. The directory allows anyone to have an instant, free, entry-level presence on the World Wide Web that is accessible and searchable by any other World Wide Web user.

LinkStar Communications has signed several well-known companies as charter advertisers, including c|net, the number one computing site on the Internet; Digital Consulting, Inc., the organizers of Web World, one of the largest Web conferences in North America; and Success Magazine Conferences, the entrepreneurial leadership conference organizers. LinkStar is also beginning an aggressive Partners Program to recruit Internet Service Providers (ISPs) and Internet Presence Providers (IPPs) to share in advertising revenue generated from an innovative new technology developed by LinkStar.

"Unlike other Internet directories, LinkStar is designed to publish your presence on the Web, promote that presence, and allow you to search for people, organizations and Web sites with pinpoint accuracy," says Stewart Padveen, president of LinkStar Communications. "LinkStar is the first Web directory to have such an integrated, end-to-end solution."

*Electronic Business Cards*

The heart of the LinkStar Directory is its free "e-Card" system. Any Internet user with an email address can easily fill out an electronic business card -- an "e-Card" -- that is accessible and searchable by any other World Wide Web user. The e-Card includes standard business card information, as well as a variety of options which allow entrants to describe their companies' products and services, and index their description in a wide range of categories. In addition, the e-Card provides an automatic hot link from the e-Card listing to the entrant's email address and/or World Wide Web home page URL. Anybody with a home page can also insert a set of HTML code to create a hot link to a personalized version of the LinkStar directory.

*Targeted Marketing Capabilities*

The LinkStar directory is designed with powerful and easy-to-use search capabilities which allow users to locate listings based on a wide and flexible range of criteria -- without requiring advanced search logic or language typical of other Internet database and directory services. "One of the biggest problems when searching the Internet is no longer finding what you're looking for, but finding too much information," says Padveen. Searches can be executed for names, companies, cities, countries, states, provinces, postal codes, subject categories, key words, or combinations of these criteria, by direct input into an entry screen, without the need for Boolean logic entries. Search results return in order of a proprietary match rating index, display the e-Card as entered, and link the searcher directly to the information providers' email and Web locations. "LinkStar's highly accurate system and the numerous links in it makes the directory a powerful Internet resource," adds Padveen.

LinkStar users can have their search results sent to them by email so that they can create their own targeted mailing lists, and listed organizations will receive monthly statistics via email on how many times their e-Cards have been viewed by LinkStar users. In a unique move to prevent tampering, LinkStar Communications provides each organization listed in the LinkStar directory with a security password to control editing of their listings.

The LinkStar directory is receiving more than 100,000 hits per day and its stock of e-Cards and Web pages has grown to more than 20,000 since an unpublicized beta version was put on the Internet last October.

Partners Program -- Florida's CyberGate Signed LinkStar Communications has recently signed CyberGate, Florida's largest Internet service provider, as a member of its Partners Program to share advertising revenues from selling banner advertising on the directory. LinkStar is aggressively recruiting ISPs, IPPs and other qualified Web sites to share in revenues from selling banner advertising space on its global directory, as well as selling ads locally in partnership with ISPs and IPPs. LinkStar has already signed more than 350 ISPs worldwide as members of its Partners Program.

The LinkStar directory is designed to operate as a distributed database, which allows any LinkStar Partner to offer a personalized, local directory through its Web page. In addition to generating global advertisements, high-volume Web sites will have the capability, through their individually "coded" links to the directory, to generate local advertising revenue for banners which will only appear when users enter the directory through their local site.

LinkStar Communications Corporation, a privately held company based in Deerfield Beach, Florida, is developing products that will provide a complete, end-to-end solution for searching, publishing, promoting and communicating on the Internet's World Wide Web. The company's goal is to make it easy and cost-effective for individuals and businesses to productively publish on, use and conduct business on the Web. Founded in 1994, the company can be reached at http://www.linkstar.com or info@linkstar.com.

LinkStar is a trademark of LinkStar Communications Corporation. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Contact: Kevin Rudden or Derek Lane, Parker, Nichols & Company

Voice: 508-369-2100

Email: 3566721@mcimail.com

Or

Email: 102256.43@compuserve.com


What IF... the Interactive Fantasy Network
THE WHAT IF...INTERACTIVE FANTASY NETWORK TO PRESENT "AN AMERICAN'S DAY IN PARIS" JANUARY 12, 1996 LIVE ON THE INTERNET

Malibu, CA-- What IF...the Interactive Fantasy Network, is going live on-location, online in Paris on January 12, 1996. What IF is located at http://www.ifnet.com.

This live transmission and chat opportunity will "take" online What IF Network guests to Paris while featuring What IF Network creator, Susan Forkin, as she shares online, via text (in English) and images, her experiences at a variety of prestige venues in Paris: the Cordon Bleu Cooking School, lunch at Maxim's, behind-the-scenes at top designers' Spring fashion shows (in the style of Pret A Porte), a trip to Au Lapin Agile (the famous literary saloon), jazz at Le Meridian and a visit to the world-famous Lido revue.

Online English-speaking guests will also be able to pose questions via Susan to Parisian chefs, models, designers, musicians and others (to be announced). What IF's "An American's Day in Paris" will begin at 9:00AM Paris time on January 12, 1996 (1:00AM Los Angeles PST on January 12th) and continue up through 12:00 Midnight Paris time (or through 4:00PM Los Angeles PST on January 12th). The day-long "traveling" international internet event is for everybody, American or not, who knows or who has ever dreamt of going to Paris.

Explains Forkin, "What IF is all about the exploration of personal fantasies, dreams and aspirations. For many people, Paris brings to life beauty, imagination and romance and that's what What IF is all about. We're committed to sharing the magic of Paris with all of our guests who may not have the opportunity to go themselves. That's what we mean when we say 'online and beyond'..."

What IF's "An American's Day in Paris" will be offered by Forkin following her presentation at the Paris ITC Conference where she will speak on "The Launching Of An Internet Network." Forkin is one of nine Americans participating in the first ever global internet services conference which is being held in Paris, France on January 9-11, 1996. The conference entitled, "On-Line Services: Or Doing Business in the Cyberworld Millennium," will address the expansion of on-line services and resulting business opportunities emerging internationally. The sponsor of the event is ITC (the Journal of Multimedia.)

For further information, please check "What's Happening" at the What IF Net site: http://www.ifnet.com

Contact: Joyce Schwarz

Voice: 800-861-5627

Email:jsch@earthlink.net

Contact: Erica Diamond

Voice: 213-462-0959

Email: magicmoon@earthlink.net


CIS Journalism Forum for Business Reporters
COMPUSERVE JOURNALISM FORUM OFFERS NEW ONLINE SERVICE FOR BUSINESS REPORTERS

Cyberspace - BizNews, a new online service for business reporters, will open on Wednesday, January 3, 1996 in CompuServe's Journalism Forum (JFORUM). The JFORUM is the primary online meeting place for journalists, and BizNews will create a "virtual community" for business reporters there for the first time.

A new concept in online resources for business reporters, BizNews will provide news about business trends, studies of business, and business research. It will not contain information about individual commercial products, services or companies, but will specialize in giving reporters electronic access to information from a broader perspective, covering the entire spectrum of business.

More than 110 collegiate schools of business and scores of other university colleges, schools, departments, programs and centers will participate in this resource and be electronically connected to the network. (See list below) BizNews gives reporters information with added value; BizNews is a comprehensive library of information stored in an easy-to-use database. At any time and at their convenience, reporters can perform simple key-word searches to find relevant information in the archive. The database will contain the most recent news, trends and developments in management, marketing, entrepreneurship, finance, labor, accounting, trade, employment, manufacturing and industry.

"We're starting BizNews because of the suggestions and requests of several groups and individuals who have expressed an interest in creating an online community and service for business reporters," said Roger S. Johnson, founder of BizNews and a freelance reporter in the Washington, DC area. "The concept for BizNews grew out of the success we have demonstrated by creating and developing SciNews-MedNews into such a service for science and medical writers."

The first part of this service will be a library or searchable database of news from the leading business research institutions. This will create a one-stop nexus where business reporters can interact with the institutions and search or browse the news archive. BizNews provides a new easy to use technology for scanning and gathering news ideas and accessing experts from a particular domain of business news.

BizNews will establish the first online community dedicated to business reporters and will locate it in the major electronic watering hole for journalists--CompuServe's Journalism Forum . "Our vision is to create a service business reporters value and find indispensable in their work," Johnson added.

To access BizNews just log on to CompuServe and GO JFORUM. You'll then find BizNews in Library 21/BizNews.

The Journalism Forum (JFORUM) was launched in 1985 by former NBC News director and network radio anchor Jim Cameron. JFORUM now offers its 42,000+ members computer messaging areas and data libraries dealing with all aspects of journalism including Ethics, Journalism Law, Jobs/Stringers, Freelancers, Radio, TV and Print reporting.

JFORUM is also the online home for professional organizations such as IRE, NASW, ASJA and SND. JFORUM also hosts "Shoptalk", the daily electronic newsletter on broadcast journalism published by consultant Don Fitzpatrick, and "Freelance Success", a newsletter for freelance writers published by author Judith Broadhurst.

JFORUM also maintains a presence on the World Wide Web at: http://WWW.JFORUM.ORG

Established in 1969, the CompuServe Information Service provides its worldwide membership of over four million subscribers with local dialup access exist in more than 140 countries and with databases and services to meet both business and personal interests. More than 200,000 new members have joined the service monthly, and CompuServe has a goal to reach five million members by spring of 1996. In addition to the CompuServe Information Service, CompuServe Inc. provides frame relay, wide and local area networking services, electronic mail, business information services and software to major corporations and government agencies worldwide. CompuServe is an H&R Block (NYSE: HRB) company.

Contact: Roger Johnson, SciNews-MedNews and BizNews

Voice: 301-320-5373

Email: 76711.1640@compuserve.com

Contact: Jim Cameron, Compuserve Journalism Forum

Voice: 203-655-0138

Email: JForum@cis.compuserve.com


Galactic Civilizations 2 Now Available
Galactic Civilizations 2 Now Available!

Highly anticipated sequel to award winning game arrives!

January 2, 1996 -- Canton, MI - Stardock Systems announced that Galactic Civilizations 2 began shipping in volume today. Galactic Civilizations 2 is the second version of the highly acclaimed strategy game.

"We think that Galactic Civilizations 2 is going to knock people s socks off!" said Bradley Wardell, President of Stardock Systems, Inc. "The first one had many of the right elements to be a classic game but the new version adds some exciting new strategic features as well as state of the art graphics and an original digital stereo sound track that would give movies a run for their money."

Galactic Civilizations is a space based strategy game for OS/2. In it, you must guide mankind while exploring and colonizing a new galaxy. The player must manage their economy, research new technology, and fight intergalactic wars with their star fleets. What makes Galactic Civilizations unique is the fact that it is the only major game of this genre (on any platform) to take advantage of 'threads'.

Players quickly see the benefits of using the advanced features of a 32bit multithreaded OS such as OS/2 Warp. Not only do the computer players in Galactic Civilizations not cheat unlike most games, they play immensely intelligently. Moreover, the economic engine behind the game also runs in an independent thread allowing the galaxy to have a complex and powerful economic model.

"To use an analogy, when you play chess with your friend, you don t shut your eyes while your friend is thinking of moving his piece on the board. You look at the board and think of your next move. However, most strategy games on PC's do just that -- they don t think at all while you are taking your turn. Now, put the game on a great OS such as OS/2 Warp and your opponents can 'think' about what they are going to do while you are busy moving your pieces. Now the time between turns is remarkably short and the economic simulation portion of the game has no perceived performance impact." said Wardell.

The original Galactic Civilizations was acclaimed by players and reviewers. OS/2 Magazine awarded it the 1995 Editor s Choice Award and I-PC Games awarded it "Best Strategy Game" and edging out popular DOS and Windows games to win "Game of the Year".

For players, Galactic Civilizations 2 adds features such as governors that manage your star system resources for you, star ship ranges which allow empires to be more isolated from one another, hooks for future internet play, and many other requested features.

For retailers, Stardock contracted F.J. Fisher Communications, Inc. to supervise and design the packaging to ensure that the game sells itself on store shelves. Moreover, Stardock has commited to backing Galactic Civilizations 2 with the largest marketing budget ever seen for an OS/2 consumer product.

Galactic Civilizations 2 can be found at resellers in the USA such as Indelible Blue (1-800-776-8284), Kiyo Design, Computer Cosmos/2, and OS+Resource. Stardock expects it to appear in most retail outlets in the coming weeks. You can also obtain it from Stardock Systems at 313-453-0328. A complete list of OS/2 software resellers is available on Stardock's world wide web site.

Galactic Civilizations lists for $59.95. A $29.95 upgrade price is in effect until February 1st. It requires OS/2 2.1 or later, and a double speed CD ROM.

Stardock can be reached at 313/453-0328, FAX 313/453-1480,

email stardock@aol.com, WWW:http://oeonline.com/~stardock.


AOL Greenhouse Invite to CES Attendees
The AOL Greenhouse, America Online's Innovative Programming Studio, Invites CES Attendees to Meet New 'Infopreneurs'

Greenhouse Companies Grow On America Online to the WWW and Beyond

Las Vegas, NV, January 4, 1996 - Further strengthening its position as the leading commercial online service worldwide by meeting the diverse needs of its rapidly expanding member base, America Online today announced The AOL Greenhousex will introduce new content developers, as well as showcase the phenomenal online success of current partners at the 1996 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas (Sands, booth #15820). The AOL Greenhouse, a business unit of America Online, is designed to assist "infopreneurs" in the creation of unique online programming and interactive services for AOL, the Internet and beyond.

"We developed The AOL Greenhouse to find and nurture entrepreneurs who are developing content and technologies that take advantage of the vast possibilities of the online medium and serve the needs of our community," said Ted Leonsis, President, America Online Services Company. "From personal investment to home improvement and even a sixty-second novelist, The AOL Greenhouse helps define the cutting edge of consumer online services."

NEW ARRIVALS

Several new Greenhouse areas will be demoed for CES attendees. They include:

Extreme Fans! - For Die-hard College Basketball Fans Get ready for March Madness in style this year! Extreme Fans is an unabashedly-biased sports community dedicated to providing the ultimate sports fan a place to exchange and debate views and opinions and access up-to-the-minute stats and information on their favorite picks. Check out this brand new area at CES and online at keyword Extreme and you could win tickets to the Final Four!

The HealthZone - Help for New Year's Resolutions

Recently launched, and on the minds of virtually every consumer this time of year, HealthZone offers the first comprehensive fitness, nutrition and wellness center in cyberspace. Sarah Browne, a weight management, fitness and wellness professional for over 10 years, will be on-hand to show consumers the fun, interactive and valuable zones of the service - providing a realistic approach to keep New Year's resolutions.

iSKI - The Online Ski Resort

From the creators of iGOLF, the popular online golf forum, comes iSKI, a new interactive area dedicated to skiing and snow sport enthusiasts. This new area offers everything from the latest snow conditions and the hottest trends to the best deals on lodging and used ski equipment. AOL brings the mountains to its members with cutting edge digital photography and creative content. Access this new area using keyword iSKI.

CES SPOTLIGHT

The AOL Greenhouse will announce news from some of its most successful and exciting partners, including:

iGOLF - AOL's Hole in One

One of the original AOL Greenhouse partners and also one of the most highly accessed areas since its inception in 1995, iGOLF will preview the addition of the first online instructional area, hosted online by PGA golf great Jim McLean, to CES attendees. Consumers can also get the latest on Professional tours, including players, results and schedules, as well as get pointers online from industry gurus such as Gary McCord, Ben Wright, and Lori Garbacz. Stop by at keyword iGOLF and tee up.

Motley Fools - Breaking Barriers

After moving its highly successful personal finance newsletter onto AOL, more than tripling its membership, The Fools continue on the cutting edge of communication. Virtual pioneers of the online industry and currently one of the top 10 accessed sites on AOL, The Motley Fools invite CES attendees to stop by the AOL booth to learn about the Fools secret to beating Wall Street's wisemen and order a signed copy of The Motley Fool Investment Guide before it leaps onto the bestseller list.

PictureWeb - Photo Imaging Made Simple

Make your electronic communication come alive! PictureWeb, launched on AOL as PicturePlace this September, is an online photo service enabling members to quickly, easily and cost-effectively share photographs electronically with family and friends. Along with new AOL and Web interfaces, Picture Web is offering new products including online greeting card production, photos on disk, and personalized screen savers. Stop by the AOL booth for a demo or visit Picture Web at their own booth #15062 also located at the Sands.

The AOL Greenhouse provides all partners with online production support including full utilization of AOL's publishing tools, Internet publishing support, seed equity funding, marketing resources, online promotion, and an audience of more than 4.5 million America Online subscribers. Partners in The AOL Greenhouse are given the opportunity to team with interactive marketing partners to assist in the development of new revenue streams.

America Online, Inc., (NASDAQ symbol: AMER), based in Vienna, VA is the largest and fastest growing provider of online services in the world with the most active subscriber base. AOL offers its subscribers a wide variety of services, including electronic mail, conferencing, software, computing support, interactive magazines and newspapers and online classes, as well as easy and affordable access to services of the Internet. AOL has a global workforce consisting of more than 3,000 people. Founded in 1985, AOL has established strategic alliances with dozens of companies, including Capital Cities/ABC, Viacom, Bertelsmann, Hachette, IBM, Compaq and American Express. Personal computer owners can obtain America Online software at major retailers and bookstores, or by calling 800-827-6364.


SPA Announces 11th Annual Code Awards
The Software Publishers Association Announces 11th Annual Codie Awards Recognizing Excellence in Software

1996 Finalists Range from Software Giants to Start-Ups

WASHINGTON, D.C., Jan. 4, 1996 - The Software Publishers Association (SPA) announced today the finalists of the 1996 Excellence in Software Awards (the "Codies")- the 11th annual Codie Awards. The Codies are viewed as the software industry's highest honor for outstanding product achievement and creativity. Compared to Hollywood's Oscar Awards, the Codies nominees and winners are considered by SPA's 1200 software industry members to be the best of the year. These 1200 members will select winners from the 170 finalists in a final round of balloting which begins Jan. 5, 1996. Awards will be presented during SPA's 11th annual Codies gala in San Francisco on March 4, 1996.

For the past 11 years, the Codies selection process has produced nominees and winners that truly represent excellent software the consumer can trust. This year, new multimedia and Internet categories fueled a 50% increase in nominations to over 900 titles this year. Over a seven week span, more than 100 software reviewers from the software industry and national technology media, such as NBC's Today Show and PC Magazine, selected five finalists in each of the thirty-four categories. Since the Codies are one of the best indicators of quality software for intelligent consumers, this year's Codies finalists will proudly bear the Codies Finalist Logo on their packages and promotional materials.

"This year's products show the great variety of products in the software arena," said Michael J. Miller, editor-in-chief of PC Magazine. "The Codies finalists include everything from general business applications to programs designed for vertical markets to broad consumer titles, such as educational product and games. The sheer number and quality of these titles demonstrates the continued health of the software industry."

The 11th annual 1996 Codie awards reflect the rapid growth of the software industry. SPA's software sales figures show that sales exploded this year to $5.5 billion for the first three quarters of 1995 (a 25% increase from the $4.4 billion registered in the first three quarters of 1994), with a noticeable increase in figures for entertainment software and "bring work home" areas. The increase in software sales is largely a reflection of the steady growth of PCs in homes. It is estimated that nearly 40% of homes have a computer which creates a high demand for multimedia CD-ROM titles and opens up a world of opportunities for software publishers to create easy Internet access. The Codie Award categories have been clarified and redefined to reflect the shift to mainstream use of computers in the home, schools and office. This year there are four all-new multimedia categories, two new Internet/Online categories and new education-market specific categories. Also new to the 1996 Codies are categories that distinguish between new products and upgraded software programs.

The list of 1996 Codies finalists represents the best software available from publishers both big and small. Finalists not only include large publishers, like Microsoft, Broderbund, Netscape and Interplay but also medium, small and new start-up companies. Some of the medium-sized companies represented in the list of Codies Finalists are A.D.A.M. Software, Dorling Kindersley Multimedia and smaller companies such as Headbone Interactive and Theatrix. Also reflected in the list of Codies finalists is the new wave of excellent software from start-up companies such as Logic Factory - a father and son team.

"What's exciting about the Codies is that large and small companies alike have an even chance," said SPA president Ken Wasch. "This year, products from dozens of small companies were selected for the final ballot."

The Software Publishers Association is the principal trade association of the desktop software industry, representing the leading publishers as well as many start-up firms in the business, consumer and education markets. Its 1,200 members account for 90 percent of the sales of the U.S. packaged software industry. SPA is an international organization with offices both in the United States and Europe. SPA press releases are available through CompuServe (GO:SPAFORUM), on SPA's Web site at http://www.spa.org or through Fax-on-Demand at (800) 637-6823.

Software Publishers Association

1730 M St, Northwest, Suite 700, Washington, D.C. 20036

202-452-1600,  Fax: 202-223-8756

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BUSINESS SECTION AWARDS

Best Business Software Program

Cashe -- Business Matters, Inc.

Microsoft Office for Windows 95 -- Microsoft Corp

Netscape Navigator LAN Edition -- Netscape Communications Corp

QuickBooks 3.1 -- Intuit

Windows 95 -- Microsoft Corp

Best New Business Software Program

Cashe -- Business Matters, Inc.

DecideRight -- Avantos Performance Systems, Inc.

OfficeBlox 95 -- AlphaBlox Corp

OfficeTalk -- Sareen Software Plc.

Select Phone Deluxe -- Pro CD, Inc.

Best Niche Market Software Program

Easy Business Cards -- Claris Corp

Kiplinger's Small Business Attorney (MultiMedia)

    -- Block Financial Corp./Teneron Corp.

Process Charter -- Scitor Corp

Select Street Atlas -- Pro CD, Inc.

StreetFinder 1996 Edition -- Rand McNally

Best Numeric or Data Business Software Program

DecideRight -- Avantos Performance Systems, Inc.

Microsoft Access for Windows 95 -- Microsoft Corp

Microsoft Excel for Windows 95 -- Microsoft Corp

Visual Basic 4.0 Enterprise Edition -- Microsoft Corp

Visual FoxPro 3.0 -- Microsoft Corp

Best Text or Graphics Business Software Program

Microsoft Publisher CD Deluxe -- Microsoft Corp

Pagemaker 6.0 -- Adobe Systems, Inc.

trueSpace2 -- Caligari Corp

Visio 4.0 -- Visio Corp

Word for Windows 95 -- Microsoft Corp

Best Vertical Market Software Program

BankFinder -- Instasearch Corp

Crane Companion -- ABZ, Inc.

RUMBA Access/400 -- Wall Data Incorp

Wall Street Analyst -- Omega Research, Inc.

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CONSUMER SECTION AWARDS

Best Adventure/Role Playing Software

Full Throttle --LucasArts Entertainment Company

In The 1st Degree -- Broderbund Software, Inc.

Oregon Trail II -- MECC

Phantasmagoria -- Sierra On-Line, Inc.

Stonekeep -- Interplay

Best Action/Arcade Software Program

3-D Ultra Pinball -- Sierra On-Line, Inc.

Battle Beast -- 7th Level, Inc.

Dark Forces -- LucasArts Entertainment Company

F/X Fighter -- GTE Entertainment

Hexen -- GT Interactive Software

Best Consumer Software Program

A Passion for Art: Renoir, Cezane, Matisse and Dr. Barnes

    -- Corbis Corp

Netscape Navigator Personal Edition -- Netscape Communications Corp

Passage to Vietnam

    -- Against all Odds/Interval Research/Ad Hoc Interactive

Quicken Financial Suite -- Intuit

Star Trek: Omnipedia -- Simon & Schuster Interactive

Best Consumer Software Upgrade

America Online -- America Online, Inc.

Microsoft Encarta 96 Encyclopedia -- Microsoft Corp

Microsoft Money -- Microsoft Corp

Quicken Deluxe (v. 5 for Windows) -- Intuit

TripMaker 1996 Edition -- Rand McNally

Best Home Creativity Software Program

3D Kitchen -- Books That Work

3D Movie Maker -- Microsoft Corp

Hollywood -- Theatrix Interactive, Inc.

Opening Night -- MECC

Studio M -- Gold Disk Inc.

Best Home Learning Program for Children*

A to Zap! -- SUNBURST Communications

Get Ready for School Charlie Brown! -- Virgin Sound and Vision

JumpStart First Grade -- Knowledge Adventure, Inc.

Lamb Chop Loves Music -- Philips Media / Media Station

Pantsylvania -- Headbone Interactive, Inc.

Richard Scarry's How Things Work In Busytown -- Viacom New Media

Best Home Learning Program for Adolescents

Adi's Comprehensive Learning System -- Sierra On-Line, Inc.

Elroy Goes Bugzerk -- Headbone Interactive, Inc.

Lost Mind of Dr. Brain -- Sierra On-Line, Inc.

One Small Square: Backyard -- Virgin Sound and Vision

"What's the Secret?" Volume II -- 3M

Best Home Learning Program for Adults

Cartopedia -- DK Multimedia

Eyewitness History of the World -- DK Multimedia

How Animals Move -- Discovery Channel Multimedia

Le Louvre -- The Palace and Its Paintings

    -- BMG Interactive Entertainment

Nile: Passage to Egypt -- Discovery Channel Multimedia

Best Home Productivity Software Program

Compton's Complete Reference Collection 1996 -- Compton's NewMedia

Microsoft Bob -- Microsoft Corp

Quicken Financial Suite -- Intuit

Resume Maker Deluxe CD -- Individual Software, Inc.

The Doctor's Book of Remedies -- Compton's NewMedia

Best Sports Program

3-D Table Sports -- Time Warner Interactive

APBA Presents Baseball for Windows with Ernie Harwell Broadcast Blast

    -- Miller Associates, Inc.

IndyCar Racing II -- Papyrus Design Group, Inc.

Quarterback Attack -- Digital Pictures, Inc.

Virtual Pool -- Interplay

Best Strategy Software

Ascendancy -- The Logic Factory

Command & Conquer -- Virgin Interactive/Westwood Studios

Jewels of the Oracle -- DISCIS Knowledge Research, Inc.

Monopoly CD-ROM -- Parker Brothers

Zoop -- Viacom New Media

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EDUCATION SOFTWARE AWARDS

Best Curriculum Based Education Program

A.D.A.M. The Inside Story -- School Edition A.D.A.M. Software, Inc.

Imagination Express, Destination: Ocean -- Edmark Corp

Math Processor -- Computer Curriculum Corp

MathKeys Unlocking Geometry Volume I -- MECC

Vital Links -- Davidson & Associates, Inc.;

               Addison Wesley Publishing Co.; and

               the L.A. County Office of Education

Best Early Childhood (K-3) Education Software Program

A to Zap! -- SUNBURST Communications

Bumptz Science Carnival -- Theatrix Interactive, Inc.

My Make Believe Castle -- LCSI

Snootz Math Trek -- Theatrix Interactive, Inc.

Trudy's Time & Place House -- Edmark Corp

Best Education Software Program

A.D.A.M. Comprehensive -- Student Edition -- A.D.A.M. Software, Inc.

Cartopedia -- DK Multimedia

Choosing Success -- Computer Curriculum Corp

Thinkin' Things Collection 3 -- Edmark Corp

"What's the Secret?" Volume II -- 3M

Best Education Software Upgrade

Davidson's Kid Works Deluxe -- Davidson & Associates, Inc.

Microsoft Encarta 96 Encyclopedia -- Microsoft Corp

Picture Atlas of the World -- National Geographic Society

Type To Learn -- SUNBURST Communications

World Discovery Deluxe -- Great Wave Software

Best Education Program for Middle School

A.D.A.M. The Inside Story -- School Edition -- A.D.A.M. Software, Inc.

How Your Body Works -- Teacher's Edition -- Mindscape

Juilliard Music Adventure -- Theatrix Interactive, Inc.

The Science Sleuths Series -- Videodiscovery, Inc.

The Multimedia Workshop Bilingual -- Davidson & Associates, Inc.

Best Education Program for Secondary/Post Secondary

A.D.A.M. Comprehensive -- Student Edition -- A.D.A.M. Software, Inc.

BBC Shakespeare - Romeo and Juliet -- Attica Cybernetics, Inc.

Discovering Shakespeare -- IVI Publishing, Inc.

How Your Body Works -- Teacher's Edition -- Mindscape

Inside the SAT -- The Princeton Review

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ON-LINE AWARDS

Best Internet/On-line Product or Service

America Online Greenhouse Service -- America Online, Inc.

Apple Internet Connection Kit -- Apple Computer, Inc.

Netscape Navigator LAN Edition -- Netscape Communications Corp

WebPublisher -- SkiSoft, Inc.

WebSite -- O'Reilly and Associates

Best World Wide Web Site

ESPNET SportsZone -- Starwave Corp

macromedia.com -- Macromedia

Star Trek: Voyager Online -- Viacom Interactive Services

Virtual NY -- Polymedia Publishing and Distribution

ZDNet / World Wide Web Edition -- Ziff-Davis Interactive

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MULTIMEDIA AWARDS

Best Overall Multimedia Production

A Passion for Art: Renoir, Cezane, Matisse & Dr. Barnes -- Corbis Corp

In The 1st Degree -- Broderbund Software, Inc.

Le Louvre -- The Palace and Its Paintings -- BMG

    -- Interactive Entertainment

Passage to Vietnam

    -- Against all Odds/Interval Research/Ad Hoc Interactive

The Residents' Bad Day on the Midway -- Inscape

Best Use of Live Performers in Multimedia*

C.E.O. -- I Motion, Inc.

Charlton Heston's Voyage Through The Bible -- Jones Interactive, Inc.

In The 1st Degree -- Broderbund Software, Inc.

Leonard Nimoy--Science Fiction: The Gold Collection Vol. I

     -- Global Media Net Corp

Pantsylvania -- Headbone Interactive, Inc.

The Daedalus Encounter -- Virgin Interactive Entertainment

Best Use of Music or Sound in Multimedia

Bob Dylan: Highway 61 Interactive -- Graphix Zone

Haight-Ashbury in the Sixties! -- Rockument, Inc.

Juilliard Music Adventure -- Theatrix Interactive, Inc.

MTV Unplugged -- Viacom New Media

Rolling Stones Voodoo Lounge Interactive -- GTE Entertainment

Best Use of Visual Arts in Multimedia

A Passion for Art: Renoir, Cezane, Matisse & Dr. Barnes -- Corbis Corp

All This Time -- Starwave Corp

Arcade America -- 7th Level, Inc.

Eastwood -- Starwave Corp

The 11th Hour: The Sequel to the 7th Guest -- Trilobyte, Inc.

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GENERAL AWARDS

Best Debut of the Year

APACHE -- Interactive Magic

Ascendancy -- The Logic Factory

EasyPhoto Version 1.0 -- Storm Software

Flight Unlimited -- Looking Glass Technologies, Inc.

Time's Up! -- The Fresh Software Company

Best New Use of the Computer

3D Movie Maker -- Microsoft Corp

EasyPhoto Version 1.0 -- Storm Software

Life Form -- Fitnesoft, Inc.

Netscape Navigator Personal Edition -- Netscape Communications Corp

OfficeBlox 95 -- AlphaBlox Corporation

Best Programming Tool

Delphi -- Borland International, Inc.

Norton Navigator for Windows 95 -- Symantec Corp

Oracle Power Objects -- Apple Computer, Inc.

QuickTime VR -- Apple Computer, Inc.

WinHelp Office 95 -- Blue Sky Software Corp

Best Simulation Software Program

APACHE -- Interactive Magic

Flight Unlimited -- Looking Glass Technologies, Inc.

IndyCar Racing II -- Papyrus Design Group, Inc.

Mechwarrior 2 -- Activision

Virtual Pool -- Interplay

Best Software Program for People with Special Needs

Blocks in Motion -- Don Johnston Inc.

Choosing Success -- Computer Curriculum Corp

Creative Cartoons (creature cartoons) -- Laureate Learning Systems

Waterford Early Reading Program -- Waterford Institute

World of Words -- RES Software, LLC

*Six products nominated denotes a tie-vote in the category.


AOL PicturePlace Becomes PictureWeb
PicturePlace, AOL's Innovative Online Photo Service, Becomes PictureWeb; Announces Strategic Alliances with Adobe Systems and Mystic Color Lab

Las Vegas, NV, January 4, 1996 -- PicturePlace, one of the companies grown in The AOL Greenhousex , announced today that it has renamed its fast-growing, first-of-a-kind online photo service available through America Online and the World Wide Web to PictureWeb to better illustrate its enhanced Web access. In addition, PictureWeb announced that it has signed strategic alliances with Adobe Systems and Mystic Color Lab. PictureWeb will be demonstrating enhancements to its service at Sands booth #15062 and at AOL's booth, Sands #15862.

Alliances

PictureWeb and Adobe Systems announced a strategic alliance designed to promote consumer digital photography among consumers. Adobe PhotoDeluxe photo editing software for Macintosh and Windows can be used with PictureWeb to provide easy access to photo digitization technology and software for enhancing and modifying personal photographs. Special offers for Adobe PhotoDeluxe users include a PictureWeb starter kit which includes an AOL start-up disk.

PictureWeb also announced new, more cost-efficient film pricing through a partnership with Mystic Color Lab, Inc. a leading, nationally recognized provider of high-quality photoprocessing. In the first quarter of 1996 AOL members and World Wide Web users will be able to send in a roll of film and have pictures digitally converted and delivered online for worldwide access and sharing. Members will receive processing of a roll of 24-exposure negative film, complete with prints, plus their pictures digitized online in PictureWeb for less than $14, including shipping and handling.

"PictureWeb continues to bring together some of the best products and services to provide a complete solution for getting and using photos online easier and faster," stated Terry Ulick, Co-founder of PictureWeb. "Adobe Photo Deluxe is the perfect online product for combining fantastic picture editing tools with incredible ease of use. Mystic Color Lab enables us to do it faster, easier, and for less money. That's a great deal for AOL members."

New: Full Internet Access

PictureWeb is the first online picture service that enables members to quickly, easily and cost-effectively digitize and share photographs electronically with friends and family using AOL and the Internet. Using any web browser, AOL members and Internet users can access all PictureWeb features and selectively share or send pictures anywhere in the world. AOL members and Internet users can access PictureWeb via AOL Keywords PW or PictureWeb or on the Internet at www.pictureweb.com.

Enhanced Service Features

At CES, PictureWeb developers will demonstrate new features including an easier-to-use web interface, an online picture greeting card function, and the service's ability to share PictureAlbums over the Internet. Founders of the service state they will also announce a powerful new feature which will allow users to upload their own picture files from scanners or digital cameras into their PictureAlbums on the PictureWeb online network.

"PictureWeb's user-friendly interface offers high-quality digital pictures online with point and click simplicity. Getting pictures onto the screen of a computer and incorporating digital images into email, homepages, or other documents is as simple as dropping off a roll of film," said Elliot Klein, Co-founder of PictureWeb.

PictureWeb's virtual PictureAlbums let members store high-resolution pictures while freeing up valuable hard-drive space. PictureCircles enable selective sharing of pictures with friends, family and business associates online. The service offers 24-hour online picture access for a cost of no more than .99 cents per photo (with no minimum), and no charges for downloading, viewing or sending to other online areas. Once processed, users can choose to selectively share access to their PictureAlbums with other designated AOL members or any Internet e-mail address by adding them to their 'PictureCircle' list.

 The AOL Greenhouse provides PictureWeb with online production support including full utilization of AOL's publishing tools, Internet publishing support, seed equity funding, marketing resources, online promotion, and an audience of 4.5 million America Online subscribers. Partners in The AOL Greenhouse are given the opportunity to team with interactive marketing partners to assist in the development of new revenue streams.

America Online, Inc., (NASDAQ symbol: AMER), based in Vienna, VA is the largest and fastest growing provider of online services in the world with the most active subscriber base. AOL offers its subscribers a wide variety of services, including electronic mail, conferencing, software, computing support, interactive magazines and newspapers and online classes, as well as easy and affordable access to services of the Internet. AOL has a global workforce consisting of more than 3,000 people. Founded in 1985, AOL has established strategic alliances with dozens of companies, including Capital Cities/ABC, Viacom, Bertelsmann, Hachette, IBM, Compaq and American Express. Personal computer owners can obtain America Online software at major retailers and bookstores, or by calling 800-827-6364.


Digital Intros 150 & 166MHz Pentiums
DIGITAL INTRODUCES PENTIUM 150MHz and 166MHz PROCESSORS ACROSS DESKTOP, RETAIL AND PC SERVER LINES

MAYNARD, Mass., January 4, 1996 -- Digital Equipment Corporation today announced its plans to incorporate the new 150MHz and 166MHz Intel Pentium processors across its desktop, retail and server PC families. Digital will include the new processors in several models within its Celebris XL, Celebris GL and Venturis commercial desktop families and is introducing two new powerful home computers in its Starion retail line. The company also announced that it will offer 166MHz Pentium-powered models of its award-winning Prioris server line in single- and dual-processor configurations.

Pricing and volume shipment availability for the commercial desktop and server systems will be announced later this month. Digital's new Starion 950 and Starion 960 retail PCs are shipping now, at expected street prices of $2,999 and $3,199, respectively. Intel announced availability of the 150MHz and 166MHz Pentium processors earlier today.

Digital's aggressive incorporation of the new Pentium 150MHz and 166MHz processors is part of its strategy to offer a wide range of competitively priced, highly reliable, feature-rich PCs with the latest technology advances. Working with Intel, Microsoft and other technology partners enhances Digital's engineering excellence, overall design and best-of-breed componentry of its PCs. Digital has matched its own motherboard designs with Intel's microprocessor engineering to allow easy, streamlined integration of the new processors into its full PC family.

"Digital PC recognizes the importance of providing our customers the state-of-the-art in power, design and reliability, and continues to populate our PCs with the latest processors on the Intel Pentium power curve," said Howard Elias, vice president, Desktop and Mobile Product Lines for Digital's Personal Computer Business Unit. Digital offers one of the broadest lines of Pentium PCs available -- designed for excellence and long-term value."

Celebris XL Personal Workstations: "A Powerful 'Technical Workstation' in PC Clothing"

Digital is adding the Celebris XL 5150 and Celebris XL 5166 models and a dual-processor Celebris XL 5166 system to the industry's fastest personal workstation family, which includes models based on Intel Pentium, Pentium Pro and Digital Alpha processors, as well as certain components and options that are interchangeable between the three platforms.

The Digital personal workstation's processor-independent architecture enables fast, smooth and easy migration to the latest Intel Pentium, Pentium Pro and Digital Alpha microprocessors, for long-term investment protection as customer's business needs change. Digital is offering its industry-leading PowerGrade program for 166MHz processor upgrades -- users simply plug in the respective daughter cards.

Celebris XL models feature 16MB RAM, 256/512K cache, 1GB SCSI hard drive, Matrox Millennium graphics card, 4X CD-ROM, and Digital's ClientWORKS network and asset management software.

In addition, AccelGraphics AG300 Graphics Adapters are now available for use on Pentium, Pentium Pro, and Alpha systems. Combined with Windows NT, Digital's personal workstation family provides users of technical and compute-intensive applications a combination of workstation-class performance and shrink-wrapped applications, with the look, feel and pricing of a PC.

Celebris GL PCs: Designed for Performance and Demanding Applications

Digital's award-winning Celebris GL PCs, designed from the start to be performance desktop systems, offer advanced business users a potent combination of performance, flexibility and ease-of-use, winning PC Magazine's December 1995 editor's choice award.

The new Celebris GL 5150 and Celebris GL 5166 models will be available in short-tower configurations. Celebris GL systems are ideal for fast-response, demanding business and analytical applications, and feature integrated, best-of-breed componentry, including: Pentium processors; EDO memory; pipeline burst cache; Intel Triton FX chipset; PCI bus master Enhanced-IDE and integrated, extended performance 64-bit graphics. High-quality 16-bit stereo sound, quad-speed CD-ROM for fast response, and Digitals ClientWORKS software are included on preconfigured models.

Venturis PCs: Feature-Rich and Reliable for Enterprise Computing

Digital brings the latest in Pentium power to its Venturis value line with the addition of the new Venturis 5150 and Venturis 5166 systems, which will be available in both slimline and full-profile models. Venturis systems are designed to optimize productivity for enterprise computing users while offering exceptional price/performance. Venturis systems are easy to use, service, and manage and also support Digital's ClientWORKS software.

Starion 950 and 960 PCs: Setting the Pace For Home Computing

Digital is one of the first computer makers to ship retail PCs based on Intel's high-end processors for home and home-office computing. Digital's new Starion 950 and 960 PCs combine the lightning speed of Intel Pentium 150MHz or 166MHz processors, the market's premier home-theater-quality sound, and top-of-the-line features aimed to please the cutting-edge consumer.

With their high-powered Pentium processors, the new Starion 950 and 960 have the muscle to run horsepower-hungry multimedia CDs and games. They complete the multimedia experience with the Starion PC's unmatched sound system, treating consumers to the same clear highs and vibrant lows they experience in music and in movies. The sound system features JBL satellite speakers, 16-bit audio with wavetable, and 3D surround sound.

Starion 950 and 960 systems offer top-speed access to the Internet and popular online services with a 28.8 Kbps data/fax modem. For managing home office or family communications needs, these full-featured models include a built-in answering machine with professional-quality voicemail and full-duplex, hands-free speakerphone.

Like all current Starion PCs, these newest models sport a quad-speed CD-ROM drive, pre-loaded Windows 95, and a suite of best-selling home software, including popular Microsoft titles.

Both the 150MHz-based Starion 950 and the 166MHz-based Starion 960 come equipped with 16MB of memory, a large 1.6GB hard drive, and 64-bit graphics. They offer a choice of 15-inch (13.8-inch viewable) or 17-inch (15.8-inch viewable) SVGA flat-screen, anti-glare monitors. Expected street prices for the monitors are $399 and $749, respectively.

For the location of the nearest Starion retailer, call 1-800-216-8115, or visit Digital on the World Wide Web at http://www.pc.digital.com

Prioris PC Servers: Scalability and Expandability for Maximum Investment Protection

The Pentium 166MHz-powered server will be the latest addition to Digital's award-winning Prioris line of highly scalable, high-performance symmetric multiprocessing application servers for medium to large workgroups. These PC servers are ideal for LAN consolidation and in environments where the highest degree of confidence in network integrity is mandatory. In single- and dual-processor configurations, the Prioris HX family's balanced system design incorporates performance and expandability features, such as 512KB secondary level write-back cache, PCI Fast-Wide SCSI-2 controllers and devices, and Digital's PCI-to-PCI bridge technology which provides a total of six bus-master PCI slots and six bus-master EISA slots. As a result, the Prioris family matches high-speed processor technology with an enhanced throughput architecture to achieve maximum server performance.

As with all current Prioris PC servers, Digital will include with the new systems -- at no extra cost -- Digital's ServerWORKS Manager, a software package that extends the capabilities of traditional server management to also provide critical network management functionality, and ServerWORKS Quick Launch, a CD-ROM suite of utilities that automates network operating system installation and the configuration of Digital Prioris PC servers.

Full pricing and availability information will be released later this month.

World-Class Service and Support

Digital's products are backed by a three-year limited hardware warranty and a worldwide service and support network. The warranty includes one year of on-site service for desktop and retail PCs and three years for server products. (Note 1) Digital has more than 22,000 service professionals worldwide, including 800 Microsoft Certified professionals, and 5,000 support professionals trained on Microsoft products, including Windows, Windows 95, Windows NT, and a variety of other software products.

Digital Equipment Corporation is the world's leader in open client/server solutions from personal computers to integrated worldwide information systems. Digital's Intel and Alpha platforms, storage, networking, software and services, together with industry- focused solutions from business partners, help organizations compete and win in today's global marketplace.

Note 1. Digital monitors and Digital options are warranted separately. On-site service is available in most areas. For desktop and retail products, some components in the first year of on-site service are covered under a customer-replaceable unit program.


Pacific Internet - WebCube Internet Servers
PACIFIC INTERNET BEGINS SHIPMENTS OF WEBCUBE

TURNKEY INTERNET SERVER LINE

November 28, 1995 -- CULVER CITY, Calif. -- Pacific Internet -- a year-old supplier of on-line products and services -- has announced the immediate availability of the "WebCube", the first low-cost PC-based turnkey World Wide Web server solution.

Unveiled earlier this year by the Los Angeles-area company as its flagship product line, the new WebCube Series W is the first available model of a low-cost line of "plug-and-play" Internet server products being released over the next several months.

Pacific Internet's WebCube Web server line is comprised of a cube-shaped system box that encompasses an open architecture, Intel Pentium-driven, UNIX-like operating system-based solution complete with all of the hardware and software necessary to establish one or more Web sites on the World Wide Web (WWW), and set up home pages that can be accessed by Internet users world-wide.

To make this possible, the WebCube includes industry-standard Web server software and comes with leading Internet utilities, including TCP/IP, E-Mail, FTP, Gopher and news services -- as standard software features.

Also inside the Series W "cube" as standard equipment is a 90 Mhz Pentium central processing unit, 16 Mbytes of expandable RAM, 32-bit Ethernet card, 32-bit video, 1 Gbyte SCSI hard disk drive, internal 4X CD-ROM drive, floppy drive, 2 Gbyte tape drive and pre-configured UNIX Internet software.

"In searching for an all-encompassing identity for this one-of-a-kind product line, we chose a highly descriptive name that speaks to the creative physical design of this one-of-a-kind hardware/software solution," explained Pacific Internet's Garry S. Hipsher.

"Our WebCube product -- with its new, stylish cube-shaped casing -- brings to mind not only the alliterative name of the World Wide Web, but the fact that there are three overriding benefits to this product family; namely -- price, performance and functionality." Hipsher added.

To make content development and changes effortless, WebCube includes a complete set of easy-to-use WYSIWYG HyperText Markup Language (HTML) authoring tools for use in the creation, editing and hyperlinking of Web pages. Starting at less than $5,000 MSRP, WebCube also includes keyboard, monitor, mouse, manuals and an easy-to-use icon-based interface.

Fully-configured, the WebCube server can easily handle up to 250,000 hits per day and 5000 hits per minute, allowing users to effectively "broadcast" information to the burgeoning Internet population.

In addition to being a complete plug-and-play solution, WebCube is based on industry-standard modular Pentium and UNIX-like architectures allowing for easy and affordable upgrading of RAM, disk space and network bandwidth as Web Sites grow.

About Pacific Internet

At the heart of Pacific Internet is a commitment to the concept of world-wide information availability and "electronic commerce." The company employs both traditional and on-line product marketing and sales methods utilizing PacNetWeb -- Pacific Internet's own interactive Web Site.

This past spring, the company announced plans to develop this, the first of its turnkey Web server products designed to allow users to immediately configure complete on-line, corporate-wide communications servers or establish Web Sites on the Internet.

Founded in 1994 to provide businesses with a single source for Internet hardware, software, and services, Pacific Internet operates a sales, support, training, systems assembly and warehouse facility at its Culver City headquarters (near Los Angeles). In addition to low-cost Internet turnkey solutions, the company lists several hundred third-party Internet products for resale and provides consulting and systems integration services. The company is located at 600 Corporate Pointe, Suite #100, Culver City, CA 90230.

For further information on Pacific Internet or its WebCube Web server product family, contact Pacific Internet at (310) 410-9700, visit Pacific Internet's Web page, (http://www.pacnet.com/), or send E-mail inquiries to pac-sales@pacnet.com.


Roseberry's - Unique Internet Art!
We at Roseberry's are about promoting the arts. For far to long artist not in the "Picaso," school of artistry have been ignored or worse; Not sought out...We seek out these talented artist, and not just painters but artist in every sense of the word: Musician, painters, architects, glass blowers, porcelain sculpterist, master wood workers, leather makers, writers, poets and the unusual. We promote the art work in the form of gifts and give them a chance to reach the most intelligent people in the world. YOU! So please take a look at what they have to offer. The work is orginal and no two are exactly alike. One day, you may have an orginal collection that is worth millions, and say I got it at Roseberry's!

Roseberry's - Unique Internet Art!

http://www.empirenet.com/~tammyr/

Ph: 909-685-3022 Fax: 909-681-4723

E-mail: tammyr@empirenet.com


TTI Secures Distribution Rights to TGV Swr
TRANSPARENT TECHNOLOGY SECURES DISTRIBUTION RIGHTS TO TGV INC'S NETWORKING SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS

Networking Distributor Adds Premier Provider of Single Vendor, Cross Platform TCP/IP

January 2, 1996 -- CULVER CITY, Calif. -- Transparent Technology, Inc. (TTI), the leading distributor for transparent networking, UNIX and Internet products, has been signed as the first software-specific distributor to offer the full line of cross-platform TCP/IP connectivity products from TGV, Inc., Santa Cruz, Calif. The new agreement will include distribution of TGV's newly announced Cheetah Web Server for OpenVMS which ships next month.

A mainstay in the DEC interconnectivity market, TGV offers networking software under the primary product line name of MultiNet which now includes cross-platform solutions supporting Windows personal computers, VAX and Alpha AXP systems, Novell NetWare and UNIX-based systems. Additional product platforms are scheduled for support in the coming months, according to TGV.

Primary TGV products being distributed by TTI include: MultiNet for OpenVMS; MultiNet for Windows; MultiWare Server for OpenVMS; Phase/IP and Secure/IP.

"TGV's software products are a perfect fit with TTI's stated mission to lead the industry in the distribution of internetworking products for as many platforms as there are viable markets," said Garry S. Hipsher, president of Transparent Technology.

"Our newest distribution partner's MultiNet and MultiWare connectivity software products for the DEC community add a new element to Transparent Technology's already exhaustive line of transparent networking solutions -- while other TGV products broaden our offerings to Windows and UNIX users," Hipsher explained.

Central to TGV's product line, MultiNet for Open VMS provides TCP/IP and NFS services for Digital Equipment VAX and Alpha AXP systems and is optimized for client-server networks. Key features include an enhanced Mosaic browser, IBM TN5250 terminal emulation support and advanced security features as well as a graphical, menu-based management utility that exceeds the capabilities of the industry-standard DCL-style command line interface also found in MultiNet.

TGV's MultiNet for Windows program merges reliable 32-bit VxD technology with a high performance suite of applications at one of the networking industry's best price points. The company's MultiWare Server for Open VMS extends the NetWare environment into the OpenVMS platform and includes terminal, file and print services.

Also a part of TGV's ongoing product line, Phase/IP runs DECNet applications directly over TCP/IP without modification, while the TGV Secure/IP product provides secure, token-based authentication -- protecting TCP/IP networks against unauthorized access.

In addition, TGV provides consulting and education services that include network troubleshooting, planning and design as well as comprehensive MultiNet training classes.

New Web Server Software

Announced last year, the Cheetah Web Server -- in addition to supporting Open VMS, UNIX, Solaris and Windows NT platforms -- combines an advanced, multi-threaded design with easy-to-use HTML management and programming features. TGV's new Web server software is geared towards the advanced computing requirements of corporate intranets, as well as the World Wide Web.

TGV's Cheetah joins at the high performance end of Transparent Technology's rapidly growing constellation of Internet-oriented software products announced in recent months -- including complete plug-and-play Web server systems, online-communications products, UNIX server and security solutions, content authoring tools and training and education products.

TGV's complete line of software products is now available to resellers through Transparent Technology.

About the Companies

Founded in 1989, Transparent Technology is the premier specialty distributor of advanced technical products. More the 500 of the computer industry's most advanced resellers, UNIX and networking VARs and Fortune 1000 corporate resellers rely on TTI to supply leading-edge software, hardware and turnkey Internet server systems as well as sales and marketing incentives and product training. Privately-held TTI is based in Culver City, Calif.

TGV, Inc., develops, markets and supports TCP/IP internetworking software products which enable organizations to connect enterprise networks, create corporate intranets and utilize the World Wide Web. The company is headquartered in Santa Cruz, Calif., and is publicly traded on the NASDAQ Market System under the symbol "TGVI".

For further information on TGV's and other Transparent Technology-distributed product lines, call TTI at (310) 215-8040, or send E-mail inquiries to sales@trantech.com.


C&G Sneak Previews at MacWorld Expo
Sneak Previews at MacWorld Expo

December 28, 1995 -- Salinas, CA Casady & Greene, Inc., software developers and publishers for over eleven years, announced today that, in addition to showing their Simplified Office Solutions products and newest entertainment titles (see below), C&G will also offer demos of five (5) never-before-seen, 1996-release software titles at Booth 1051, MacWorld Expo, San Francisco. The new products represent a major expansion of product line and company direction for C&G and include

* C&G Solutions!" - A truly, user-friendly spreadsheet-type product with an exclusive Drag & Drop interface. Provides an easy, visual way to do math calculations that is more "Mac-like' than a typical spreadsheet which means that it contains a simple interface and is intrinsically fun to use. (Available 2nd quarter, 1996)

* Spell Catcher" - Formerly Thunder 7-, C&G 's reincarnation of this interactive global spellchecker and thesaurus is especially timely because it works on e-mail as well as databases, word processing programs, and any other type of text format. (Available 1st quarter, 1996)

* Reflex" - A significant addition to C&G's Newton. line of products which includes entertainment title - Silicon Casino, this new utility will help users gain speed and control of their applications by significantly reducing the number of clicks and steps required to do many Newton tasks. (Available 2nd quarter, 1996)

* Origami - An original educational product with detailed, easy and fun instructions and QuickTime movies on the ancient Japanese art of turning precisely folded paper into delicate works of art. (Available 2nd quarter, 1996)

* Stepping Stones - C&G's new edutainment title, engrossing for all ages. Graphic objects are reminiscent of the old wooden toys in your childhood toy chest. Promotes cognitive skills as well as providing hours of fun. (Available 1st quarter, 1996)

Also showing at the Expo will be C&G's lineup of Simplified Office Solutions, including: MacUser's 1995 Eddy Award Winner for Best New Utility, Conflict Catcher 3, along with InfoGenie and Snap Mail 2.

C&G will also be demo-ing and selling their best-selling entertainment titles AmoebArena, Glider Pro CD, and Zone Warrior

The press is invited to drop by booth 1051 for personal demonstrations of any and all C&G software products.

Casady & Greene

22734 Portola Drive

Salinas, CA 93908-1119

408-484-9228,  fax 408-484-9218

Email: C&G@casadyg.com


NUpowr Upgrades PowerBook 500 Series
Newer Technology Introduces NUpowr at MacWorld to Upgrade PowerBook 500 Series Computers to Power PC Performance

WICHITA, Kan. --12/27/95-- Newer Technology will introduce NUpowr, a 117MHz 603e Power PC upgrade for the 500 Series PoweBook computers at MacWorld Expo, January 9 - 13, 1996 in San Francisco, Calif. NUpowr is being developed under a license agreement from Apple Computer Company, Inc. which was signed earlier this month. Shipments of NUpowr will begin in February, 1996.

"Now owners of the PowerBook 500 Series computers have an extremely affordable way to gain the power and performance of the Power PC processor, stated James Wiebe, president of Newer Technology. "Over 65 percent of PowerBook 500 Series owners that we surveyed indicated a strong interest in upgrading their computers with a Power PC CPU. This type of product will strengthen our position as the leading supplier of peripheral products for the PowerBook computers."

NUpowr is a daughterboard that replaces the 4MB 68LC040 daughterboard currently found in the 500 Series PowerBook notebook computers. The NUpowr Power PC upgrade comes in three different RAM configurations, 0MB, 4MB or 8MB of RAM soldered to the board. The memory on the NUpowr card works in conjunction with any memory upgrade modules the PowerBook 500 Series owner may have previously installed in the computer.

Apple has announced that they will be releasing a 100 MHz, 8MB Power PC upgrade for the PowerBook 500. The NUpowr card from Newer Technology offers a faster 117MHz 603e processor as well as a variety of memory options.

NUpowr will be available in various models with prices ranging from approximately $550 to $1000 depending upon the memory configuration.

"NUpowr transforms your PowerBook 500 Series computer into the fastest PowerBook available today for a fraction of the acquisition cost of a new PowerBook," Wiebe continued. "This upgrade also lets you take advantage of the 500's built-in Ethernet and saves the cost of having to buy a separate PC card. PoweBook 500 Series owners can also retain their existing system upgrades such as memory and internal data/fax modems."

Newer Technology provides the most complete selection of PowerBook upgrades that include memory upgrades and a variety of docking solutions for the PowerBook Duo that include the UltraDock, a full-service portable docking solution, and several specialized docking solutions called MicroDock. For the Macintosh computers, Newer is a leading supplier of memory, acceleration and connectivity upgrades.

NUpowr will be shown at Newer Technology's Booth #2237 during MacWorld Expo.

For more information, contact Newer Technology, 7803 E. Osie St., Suite 105, Wichita, KS 67207, phone 800-678-3726 or 316-685-4904, fax 316-685-9368. E-mail may be addressed to: sales@newertech.com, or, Web Site: http:/www.newertech.com.


Geotest GT25--DIO & GT50-DIO App Fact Sheet
GT25-DIO and GT50-DIO Application Fact Sheet

Video A/D and Converter Components

For Video applications, the GT25-DIO and GT50-DIO provide real time, complete frame capture(up to 1,000,000 pixels) with any bit resolution. For fast A/D converter components, the GT25-DIO and GT50-DIO offer an at speed, low cost test tool to capture high rates (up to 50MHz) of digital data stream information.

Now you can - capture and analyze huge masses of digital information (up to 256 bits wide and 1M depth) from the convenience of your PC to evaluate the performance of various converters.

Microprocessors

The GT25-DIO and GT50-DIO when combined with our ROM Emulator creates the ultimate test tool to verify and evaluate Microprocessor based UUTs'.

Now you can - test your Microprocessor based UUTs' in real time without removal of the microprocessor, while providing and capturing all the peripheral data by the DIO.

Memory Boards and Chips

The GT25-DIO and GT50-DIO provide built-in algorithms to generate the address and control signals required when testing such components.

Now you can - verify not only the functionality of memory boards and components, but most every parameteric measurement associated with these devices, such as: Access Time, Propagation Delay and others.

DSP Chips

The GT25-DIO and GT50-DIO provide the capability to generate and emulate any form of

expected digital data.

Now you can - provide DSP components with indefinite data streams at rates ranging from 750Hz to 50MHz from your PC to emulate an expected input. This is due to the unique Looping and Branching capability of the GT25-DIO and GT50-DIO.

Communication/Modems

The GT25-DIO and GT50-DIO provides the capability to emulate bi-directional activities and can be programmed as a controller or as a listening device using its external synchronization capability.

Now you can - provide complete testing and verification of communication/modem related boards and components quickly and accurately.

* The Geotest ROM Emulator to be available January 1996.

Geotest Inc

18242 West McDurmott St, Suite A

Irvine, CA 92714

714-263-2222,  800-886-1201,  fax 714-263-1203


Sybase Sets Industry Performance Record
SYBASE SETS NEW INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE RECORD ON DIGITAL PLATFORM

Sybase Leapfrogs Competition; Achieves "Best On Platform" With SQL Server 11

EMERYVILLE, CA, December 21, 1995 -- Sybase, Inc., The Enterprise Client/Server Company, today announced that Sybase SQL Server 11 achieved the industry's best TPC-C benchmark results ever recorded on the 300 megahertz Digital AlphaServer 8400. The Sybase/Digital benchmark achieved 11,014 transactions per minute (tpmC) at a price/performance of $222 per tpmC with Sybase SQL Server 11 -- 17 percent faster and 32 percent less expensive than Oracle's best performance result utilizing the same Digital Alpha chip.

These results position Sybase SQL Server 11 as the performance and price/performance relational database leader on two of the best-selling UNIX servers: Digital AlphaServer 8400 and the Hewlett-Packard 9000 T500.

"In the head to head competition on the same platform, Sybase continues to demonstrate that SQL Server 11 is the most scalable and most cost-efficient RDBMS on the market today," said Dennis McEvoy, senior vice president of the Enterprise Products Division for Sybase. "When combined with Digital's 64-bit architecture, SQL Server 11 achieves unprecedented high-end results."

The benchmark tests were conducted on a 10-processor Digital AlphaServer 8400 system using six gigabytes of memory. With SQL Server 11's unique Logical Memory Manager, overall memory usage becomes extremely efficient and allows for increased scalability across SMP environments. Sybase's lower memory and disk storage requirements result in the industry-leading price/performance figures. Sybase expects even better TPC-C results on Digital's 350 megahertz AlphaServer.

The TPC-C price/performance results represent true cost of ownership including initial hardware, software and disk storage costs with five years of product maintenance. This means that customers can implement enterprise systems for significantly less than using Oracle or Informix.

"Sybase's record-breaking tpmC results demonstrate once again the superior performance advantages of Digital's 64-bit AlphaServer systems," said Pauline Nist, vice president of Digital's AlphaServer Business Segment. "the combination of Sybase SQL Server 11 and an AlphaServer 8400 system offers customers unprecedented levels of raw performance, industry-leading price/performance and the ability to implement Very Large Memory database searches for the fastest response times."

 TPC-C Comparison        Sybase          Oracle          Informix

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 Digital AlphaServer     11,014 tpmC     9414 tpmC        None

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Sybase, Inc.

Sybase, Inc. (NASDAQ: SYBS) is a worldwide leader in client/server software. Sybase and its wholly owned subsidiary Powersoft Corporation are focused on four major market segments: on-line transaction processing, data warehousing, mass deployment and electronic commerce. Sybase's software products -- database, middleware and tools -- provide customers with desktop to enterprise solutions. The company's mission is to provide customers with an open, adaptable information systems architecture that enables them to develop and deliver complete information systems solutions to facilitate rapid business change. Headquartered in Emeryville, CA, Sybase is the sixth largest independent software company in the world.

Sybase Inc

6475 Christie Ave

Emeryville, CA 04608

510-596-3500;  Fax: 510-658-9441


Dialogic 'Best of Breed' Computer Telephony
Dialogic Corporation Teams With Software Market Leaders To Promote "Best Of Breed" Computer Telephony Products To VARS

PARSIPPANY, N.J., January 2, 1996 -- As a complement to the company's recently introduced industry-first Computer Telephony (CT) VAR program, Dialogic Corporation (NASDAQ:DLGC), the world's leading supplier of CT hardware and software platforms, will open new profit opportunities for value-added resellers by promoting 'best of breed' applications through its CT Select channel program. Dialogic has teamed with leading software providers Applied Voice Technology (AVT), Caleo, Expert Systems, Parity Software, RightFAX and Voysys to provide VARs with a software "roadmap" of Dialogic-tested-and-approved solutions for the CT arena. These hardware/software solutions are certified 'channel-ready' and supported by a comprehensive set of support offerings.

With the convergence of traditional telephony environments and network computing applications, many VARs are seeking methods to overcome the barriers to entry associated with a new market such as CT while also providing robust solutions to new and existing customers. The recent introduction of Dialogic's VAR program was geared towards bringing new VARs into the rapidly expanding computer telephony market. CT Select complements Dialogic's VAR program and further assists many of the VARs who have delayed entering the CT arena due to the specialized nature of the technology and support requirements.

"CT Select is an array of software products chosen to suit the skill set and customer base of the VAR community," said Dialogic Channel Program Manager Steven Mariconda. "Technically, the offerings range from Visual Basic extensions through 'finishing touch' applications through which the VAR can provide a spectrum of added value while also feeling comfortable in the sales process. On the application side, the offerings complement what the VAR is already selling - specialty servers, data bases, and local area networks. The beauty of the program is that it helps direct VARs to the offerings which best enhance their ability to succeed."

Dialogic's role in the CT Select program centers on raising awareness within the channel and in front of end users while identifying and developing appropriate "channel-ready" solutions in conjunction with CT Select partners. The CT Select program partners are:

Applied Voice Technology: Developer of Call Xpress3, provides unified messaging, call management, and interactive voice response (IVR).

Caleo: Developer of the Communications Suite, defines how calls are managed; Call Center; and Caleo Tools, a developer's toolkit for the Caleo architecture.

Expert Systems: Creator of the EASE integrated development environment for CT applications; and EASEy FrameWorks for facilitating call management automation.

Parity Software: Developer of CallSuite components for building voice and fax applications.

RightFAX: Developer of RightFAX 4.0 and RightFAX NT fax server software.

Voysys: Developer of VoysAccess toolkits for integrated voice response (IVR) applications.

The CT Select participants will offer their software products with Dialogic voice/fax hardware specific to the VAR's application. Within the CT Select program, Dialogic will act as a clearing house of information for the channel as well as a marketing service bureau, handling incoming inquiries and fulfilling requests for information.

PROGRAM COMPONENTS HELP VARS BREAK INTO NEW MARKET

The CT Select program will kick off with an advertising campaign which promotes the market opportunity for VARs in a variety of industry publications. The Dialogic-sponsored program ads will promote awareness of computer telephony and educate prospective VARs on the opportunities within the CT market while illustrating how the CT Select program is a low-risk, low-hassle method to get started. Other plan components include:

Reseller Help Desk: A dedicated Dialogic resource will support VARs in the areas of RFP response, literature fulfillment, information requests, and system configuration.

Field Seminars: Dialogic is developing a seminar series, co-sponsored by CT Select participants providing complementary products, designed to educate VARs on the technology, applications and "how to sell" strategies.

Reseller Training: A self-paced tutorial handbook will be developed by Dialogic and the CT Select participants to educate network/computer resellers on the CT market. The handbook focuses on CT -basics, 'identifying and fulfilling application needs and target audience sales techniques. In addition, subsequent training will be developed by CT Select partners.

Collateral Materials: Dialogic has prepared "A Reseller's Guide To CTI" to be used to educate the channel and provide information on CT Select Program participants.

"CT Ready, Select and Go" CD ROM: The "CT Ready, Select and Go" CD ROM contains everything a reseller requires to become familiar with the technology including a suite of working applications from CT Select Program participants that the VAR can use to run their business, plus product demonstrations a VAR can use for internal and customer education.

Internet Access: Dialogic's newly implemented World Wide Web home page includes reseller-oriented sections.

Founded in 1983, Dialogic Corporation is a leading manufacturer of standards-based computer telephony hardware and software platform components, with more than 1.9 million ports shipped worldwide. In March, 1993, Dialogic launched the Signal Computing System Architecture standard along with 70 other companies. SCSA defines open software and hardware standards for building computer telephony systems with multiple technologies. SCSA is now supported by more than 290 industry suppliers. To offer customers the widest range of capabilities, Dialogic has bolstered its traditional CT strengths by acquiring leading companies in complementary technologies: GammaLink, the leader in computer-based facsimile components; the CT Division, which specializes in computer-telephone software integration at the switch level and Spectron Microsystems, Inc., developers of the SPOX operating system and of digital signal processor development environments. With worldwide headquarters in Parsippany, New Jersey, Dialogic's European headquarters are located in Brussels, Belgium with regional offices in Hartley Wintney, UK; Paris, France; Milan, Italy; and Munich, Germany. Other Dialogic international offices include Buenos Aires, Argentina and Setagayaku, Japan. Dialogic is a founding member of the Enterprise Computer Telephony Forum (ECTF).


Mummy: Tomb of the Pharaoh from Interplay
MALCOLM MCDOWELL SET TO STAR IN MUMMY - TOMB OF THE PHARAOH FROM INTERPLAY

January 5, 1996 -- Irvine, California -- Interplay Productions, the international entertainment software developer and publisher, announced today the latest title in its star-studded line-up, Mummy - Tomb Of The Pharaoh. Created by Amazing Media, the minds behind the award-winning Frankenstein: Through The Eyes Of The Monster, Mummy will star the inimitable Malcolm McDowell and will take the player on a mysterious adventure through the exotic land of enigmatic pharaohs in ancient Egypt.

"Mummy has the perfect setting for an adventure deep in the tombs of ancient Egypt," said Trish Wright, vice-president of marketing for Interplay. "With the creative talents of Amazing Media and the presence of talented veteran actor Malcolm McDowell, Mummy will be a great adventure for gamers."

Mummy weaves a brilliant story for the adventure-seeker in everyone. With nearly 60 minutes of live-action video and over 50 daunting puzzles to twist the mind and wrack the brain, Mummy will take the player on a dangerous and tantalizing journey through forgotten Egyptian tombs replete with risk-taking thrills and daring adventure.

Malcolm McDowell is best known for his work in the landmark film A Clockwork Orange and the recently released Star Trek: Generations. McDowell has also recently appeared in other CD-ROM entertainment titles, most notably Wing Commander IV.

Mummy - Tomb Of The Pharaoh will be available from Interplay for IBM and 100% compatible systems in the third quarter 1996.

Founded in 1983, Interplay Productions is a company dedicated to manufacturing and distributing a wide range of award-winning entertainment and educational software designed by gamers, for gamers. Interplay, MacPlay (the company's Macintosh division), VR Sports (the company's sports division) and its affiliates release products for IBM and compatibles, CD-ROM and Macintosh as well as leading console game platforms. In 1995, Interplay acquired Shiny Entertainment, makers of the world-wide hit video game Earthworm Jim. Interplay's OEM division represents over 250 titles from publishers including Davidson & Associates, Inc., Viacom New Media and Accolade to hardware manufacturers. Interplay titles include Descent, Cyberia, Virtual Pool, Dungeon Master II: The Legend Of Skullkeep, Stonekeep, Frankenstein: Through The Eyes Of The Monster and Loaded.

Interplay Productions, 17922 Fitch Ave, Irvine, CA 92714

714-553-6655, Fax: 714-252-2820


ComponentWorks Virtual Instrument Dev.
New Tools for Virtual Instrument Development in Visual Basic for Windows 95

ComponentWorks Leverages off the 32-Bit OLE Control Architecture of Visual Basic 4.0

AUSTIN, TEXAS -- JAN. 2, 1996 -- National Instruments - The Virtual Instrumentation Company - announced today a collection of virtual instrumentation add-on controls and libraries that extends Visual Basic from a general-purpose programming tool to a world-class virtual instrumentation development environment. ComponentWorks consists of four major functional components for building virtual instruments: data acquisition (DAQ) controls; GPIB instrument drivers; analysis libraries; and user interface controls for creating real-time graphs, meters, knobs, tanks, thermometers, and gauges in Visual Basic. Users can combine these instrumentation-focused 32-bit OLE controls and DLLs with other available third-party OLE controls to quickly and easily build extensive virtual instruments in Visual Basic.

ComponentWorks addresses the growing community of Visual Basic developers working in scientific and engineering industries. "The Visual Basic 32-bit OLE control architecture opens up exciting new opportunities for our users," says John Pasquarette, National Instruments Visual Development Tools Marketing Manager. "The OLE control property sheet interface in Visual Basic 4.0 simplifies common programming tasks for configuring data acquisition boards, acquiring data, and designing and building virtual instrument displays."

VISUAL BASIC FOR DATA ACQUISITION

With the ComponentWorks DAQ controls, users receive a series of 32- bit OLE controls for controlling National Instruments DAQ hardware. With ComponentWorks, DAQ programming is simplified to setting a collection of DAQ properties. For example, users can add the analog input control and set properties for input channels, acquisition rate, triggering, and timing signals through property sheets. The control simply generates an event when the data buffer is full, passing the data array to Visual Basic source code for processing.

VISUAL BASIC FOR INSTRUMENT CONTROL

For GPIB control, ComponentWorks offers a collection of GPIB instrument drivers packaged as standard 32-bit DLLs for controlling more than 70 instruments from Hewlett-Packard, Tektronix, Keithley, Fluke, Wavetek, and more. Instrument drivers deliver high-level functions for controlling a particular instrument, eliminating the need to program the instrument using low-level GPIB commands. These instrument drivers are based on the LabWindows/CVI instrument driver library, which has become an established standard through the VXIplug&play Systems Alliance.

VISUAL BASIC FOR ANALYSIS

The ComponentWorks Base Package includes a standard Analysis Library for performing statistics computations, such as finding the mean, standard deviation, and maximum and minimum values of an array. The ComponentWorks Full Development System includes the ComponentWorks Advanced Analysis Library, a 32-bit DLL with signal processing, curve- fitting, statistics, signal generation, complex algebra, and matrix operations. With the Advanced Analysis Library, users can perform high-speed fast Fourier transforms (FFTs), power spectrum, filtering, and windowing operations on waveforms acquired using the ComponentWorks DAQ controls.

VISUAL BASIC FOR USER INTERFACE DEVELOPMENT

To display data, ComponentWorks includes a collection of user interface objects packaged as OLE controls. The ComponentWorks user interface controls are very similar to the controls available in LabVIEW and LabWindows/CVI. The radial control includes knobs, meters, gauges, and dials. The slider control includes vertical and horizontal sliders, a tank control, and a thermometer control. Users can configure the boolean control as an LED or a binary switch. The graph control can display high-speed waveform data or real-time datapoints in strip chart mode.

ABOUT NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS

National Instruments, headquartered in Austin, Texas, manufactures software and hardware products for PCs and workstations that scientists and engineers worldwide use to build virtual instrumentation systems. These systems are used for research and industrial applications, such as automated testing, laboratory automation, advanced research, industrial control, factory automation, physiological monitoring, numerical analysis, and data visualization.

National Instruments stock is traded on the NASDAQ National Market System under the symbol NATI. Further information on National Instruments may be obtained from the company's SEC filings or by directly contacting the company's Investor Relations Department at (512) 349-5090.

AVAILABILITY AND FOR MORE INFORMATION

The ComponentWorks Full Development System and ComponentWorks Base Package will be available in Q1 1996. For more information about ComponentWorks, contact:

National Instruments

6504 Bridge Point Parkway

Austin, Texas 78730-5039

(512) 794-0100

Or call toll free in the U.S. and Canada at (800) 433-3488, fax (512) 794-8411, e-mail info@natinst.com. Readers can also access information through the company's InstrumentationWeb at http://www.natinst.com/


WordPerfect 3.5 for Mac Editors Choice Award
WordPerfect 3.5 for Macintosh Wins 1995 MacUser Editors' Choice Award for Best New Word Processing Application

WordPerfect for Macintosh Wins Prestigious Eddy Award for the Second Consecutive Year and Other Influential Industry Accolades

SAN FRANCISCO -- Jan. 3, 1996 -- Novell, Inc.'s WordPerfect 3.5 for Macintosh was selected as the winner of the 1995 MacUser Editors' Choice Award for "Best New Word Processing Application" for the Macintosh and Power Macintosh. For the second consecutive year, WordPerfect for Macintosh beat out all other Macintosh word processors in a year packed with upgrades from nearly every major word processing vendor.

MacUser's "Eddy" award (also referred to as the Editors' Choice award) recognizes the best-of-breed Macintosh hardware and software products released throughout the year. Winners and finalists were selected by the MacUser editors based on their technological innovation, quality, performance, user friendliness and value to Macintosh users. In 1994, WordPerfect 3.1 for Macintosh won the Eddy award in the "Best New Word Processing Tool" category and continues the tradition this year by offering a superior word processing application to the Macintosh community.

"The WordPerfect for Macintosh team is honored to win MacUser's Eddy award for the second consecutive year," said Heather Boyer, product marketing manager at Novell. "Since the product began shipping in August 1995 we have received positive feedback from our users and tremendous recognition from the industry."

"As we celebrate the 11th anniversary of the Eddy Awards, it's clear that the 1995 Winners represent the best products of the year. In a year of firsts for the Macintosh industry, the doors have opened for future product innovation," noted MacUser editor-in-chief, Maggie Cannon.

Other Industry Awards

WordPerfect 3.5 for Macintosh continues to gain momentum, recently winning other publication awards and Editors' Picks. Sandra Anderson, editor-in-chief of MacHome Journal, recognized WordPerfect 3.5 for Macintosh as her favorite word processing application in the 1995 Editors' Picks. The 1996 Hyper Awards, given out for the first time this year by NewMedia, chose WordPerfect 3.5 for Macintosh as the winner for technical excellence in the "HTML Creation Software for Macintosh" category.

"The 1996 Hyper Awards are the first technical achievement awards ever given by the editors of NewMedia," said editor-in-chief Phil Hood. "We've developed a reputation for product news and testing and solid how-to information for professionals. We know readers look to us for practical evaluation of the many products out there, from graphics and authoring to systems and Internet tools. We decided to celebrate our 5th Anniversary by honoring the best products we've seen and recognize the dedicated people behind them."

Richard Theriault, senior editor of Mac Today magazine, awarded WordPerfect 3.5 for Macintosh with the 1995 Editors' Choice Award in the "Word Processing Tool" category. WordPerfect 3.5 won the award based on the following criteria: respect for and adherence to the Macintosh interface, flexibility, reasonable size (RAM demand and disk space consumption), accessibility of functions and features, usability and the implementation of power features. Overall, Mac Today magazine awarded WordPerfect 3.5 with the Editor's Choice award because the product is "deep, indulgent, complete and elegant."

About WordPerfect 3.5 for Macintosh

Novell's WordPerfect 3.5 for the Macintosh shipped in August 1995 and is the first Macintosh word processor to provide Internet publishing and editing capabilities. WordPerfect 3.5, the fastest, most Macintosh- savvy word processor available, enables users to create and edit Hypertext Markup Language (HTML) documents including tables, and use the included Netscape Navigator browser to navigate the World Wide Web. WordPerfect 3.5 includes speed enhancements, the ability to "speak" text using MacinTalk, Bookmarks with "hot links," the new Make It Fit feature, Easy Envelopes and more than 85 document templates.

For more information on WordPerfect 3.5 for Macintosh, call Novell at (800) 451-5151 or visit the Novell Home Page at http://www.novell.com.


Mediatrix Distribution Deal w/GMS Datalink
MEDIATRIX SIGNS DISTRIBUTION DEAL WITH GMS DATALINK

SHERBROOKE, QUEBEC, CANADA (JANUARY 3, 1996) - Mediatrix Peripherals, a leading designer, developer and manufacturer of high-end PC audio products announced the signing of a distribution agreement with GMS Datalink International, a value-added distributor of multimedia hardware and software. GMS Datalink will distribute Mediatrix' Audiotrix Pro multimedia sound board in Canada.

The Audiotrix Pro sound board has been praised throughout the industry for its excellent sound quality, compatibility and unmatched expansion features giving it a long life in the host computer. The board's unequaled modular design allows it to be combined with daughterboards, which increases its functionality and upgrade capacity.

The newest Audiotrix Pro daughterboard, the DSP/Voice Processor, allows users to add real-time digital effects to voice (microphone), music (MIDI), and CD audio output. This daughterboard adds reverb, flange, chorus, delay, pitch shifting, a 3 band graphic equalizer, and SRS 3-D Surround Sound capabilities to the Audiotrix Pro. The DSP/Voice Processor not only makes the Audiotrix Pro the ultimate multimedia card for production purposes on the market today, but the most exciting game card as well.

Mediatrix' product line also includes a sampling expansion module with 512K of RAM, a Multi CD-ROM interface module, and a DSP/Effects processor. These tools enable users to add features they desire, without paying for features they may never use.

"The Audiotrix Pro sound board, with its terrific sound quality and unrivaled expansion capabilities, will fill a valuable spot in our product line," said Greg Stanwood, President of GMS Datalink. "The number of features which the Audiotrix Pro has makes the product a fantastic fit with our customers, who service the home, business and education markets."

"The corporate goals and philosophy of GMS Datalink are very much in line with our company," emphasized John Moran, President of Mediatrix. "GMS Datalink's concentration on personalized support and customer service, combined with its market penetration and its focus on multimedia products, will greatly increase the awareness of the Audiotrix Pro in the Canadian marketplace."

GMS Datalink International Corp. is a Canadian company with headquarters in Vancouver, and an Eastern sales office in Toronto. Focused entirely on multimedia, GMS Datalink distributes leading manufacturer's brands for CD-ROM drives, sound cards, speakers, kits, video capture/editing cards, and software. Products are supported across Canada by GMS technical personnel via toll free lines.

Mediatrix Peripherals Inc.

4229 Garlock Street

Sherbrooke, Quebec

J1L 2C8 CANADA

Tel: (819) 829-8749

Fax: (819) 829-5100

BBS: (819) 829-5101

E-mail: sales@mediatrix.com

http://www.mediatrix.com

GMS Datalink International Corp.

342 East Kent Avenue South, Suite 102

Vancouver, British Columbia

V5X 4N6 CANADA

Tel: (604) 327-4335

Fax: (604) 327-2600

Toll-Free: (800) 661-6555


Whiplash: Multi-player 3D Racing Game
TAKING THE CHECKERED FLAG HAS CHANGED.

MAKE SURE TO FASTEN YOUR SEATBELT.

WHIPLASH IS COMING !!!

January 5, 1996 -- Irvine, Calif.-- Whiplash, the multi-player 3D racing game from Interplay Productions, literally puts a twist on the question, 'does the player have what it takes to win the checkered flag?' An adrenaline pumping, gravity-defying and stunt-filled experience, Whiplash will take players on the race of their life. Crossing the finish line isn't anything like it used to be.

Whiplash is the world's only 16-player racing game that combines real-time, full-contact racing with one-of-a-kind death defying stunts. Instead of boring, run-of-the-mill circuits with bends and chicanes, each track has its own unique set of stunts: loops, blind-jumps, hump-back bridges and corkscrews, that will ensure the player is pushed to the limit. And if the stunts aren't enough, the player can battle up to 15 other players in a no-holds-barred race to the death or compete against some of the most intelligent computer AI found in any arcade-style racing game.

"Whiplash is jam-packed with action and stunts that have never been seen in a racing arcade game before. Add to it the 16-player network option and you have the ultimate racing experience," stated Mark Nashua, Interplay's producer of the title.

Whiplash is definitely not just another PC racing game. After the player pledges their allegiance to the car manufacturer of their choice, the player will test their skills in one of eight prototype Supercars on a racing circuit that will push the player and their car to the limit. Each car handles differently, with its own strengths and weaknesses, and the player

will soon work out which car best suits their own driving style. Whiplash allows players to choose from five difficulty levels and three racing modes from tournament to survival mode. As others attempt to block and push the player off the road, they must remember one thing: winning is everything!

Licensed from and developed by UK based Gremlin Interactive, Whiplash will be available from Interplay in the first quarter of 1996 for IBM and 100% compatibles.

Since 1984, U.K. based Gremlin Interactive has been an award-winning developer and publisher of home interactive software for a variety of computer and console systems. Using only the most up-to-date technology and available equipment such as the in-house motion capture studio, Gremlin is presently developing titles for PC CD-ROM, Sony PlayStation, SEGA Saturn and other consoles. Gremlin Interactive titles include Slipstream 5000, Jungle Strike and Desert Strike on various platforms, the European mega-hits Zool and Zool 2, and the Top Gear series.

Founded in 1983, Interplay Productions is a company dedicated to manufacturing and distributing a wide range of award-winning entertainment and educational software designed by gamers, for gamers. Interplay, MacPlay (the company's Macintosh division), VR Sports (the company's sports division) and its affiliates release products for IBM and compatibles, CD-ROM and Macintosh as well as leading console game platforms. In 1995, Interplay acquired Shiny Entertainment, makers of the world-wide hit video game Earthworm Jim. Interplay's OEM division represents over 250 titles from publishers including Davidson & Associates, Inc., Viacom New Media and Accolade to hardware manufacturers. Interplay titles include Descent, Cyberia, Virtual Pool, Dungeon Master II: The Legend Of Skullkeep, Stonekeep, Frankenstein: Through The Eyes Of The Monster and Loaded.

Interplay Productions, 17922 Fitch Ave, Irvine, CA 92714

714-553-6655, Fax: 714-252-2820


VR Baseball '96 - Total Realism for Gamers
VR BASEBALL '96 HITS A GRAND SLAM OUT OF THE STADIUM AND INTO TOTAL REALISM FOR GAMERS

January 5, 1996 -- Irvine, CA -- VR Sports announced today that VR Baseball '96 will step up to the plate and be released in time for the Major League Baseball season armed with a complete license from Major League Baseball Properties and the Major League Baseball Players Association. VR Baseball '96 is the premier professional baseball simulation packed with all the realism and all the fun of professional baseball.

All the advanced features of the VR Sports line is included in VR Baseball '96. Interactive Motion Technology creates the fluid movements of the players, while Virtual FieldVision enables every perspective from every position to be viewed by gamers.

"The advanced technology that is featured in VR Baseball '96 makes this the most advanced professional baseball simulation yet," said Matt Findley, VR Sports' director of sports development. "VR Baseball '96 is the real teams, the real players, the real stadium, and the real game."

VR Baseball '96 not only provides all the real MLB teams, all the real MLBPA players, and all the real team stadiums, but the subtle nuances that create a look and feel unmatched in current sports software. Realistic 3D polygons include real major league players including texture-mapped faces on each figure. If a gamer wants to step up to the plate and play as Cal Ripken, Jr. or stand on the mound as Hideo Nomo, gamers can make the choice. Gamers can choose to play from a first-person perspective and put themselves in the game. VR Baseball '96 gives the option of choosing which real major league stadium to play, including Coors Field and the Ballpark in Arlington.

"VR Baseball '96 will be the first interactive baseball simulation that puts the gamer in the game against pros that look real, including their actual faces, so when you see Greg Maddux take the mound, it will really look like Greg Maddux," said Paul Sackman, VR Sports' director of marketing. "This is a very realistic fully-licensed professional baseball simulation which incorporates all the fun of being a real major leaguer."

VR Sports, the sports division of Interplay Productions, is developer and publisher of state-of-the-art realistic sports software for both game console systems and personal computers. VR Sports uses the most advanced technology available. The difference is real. VR Sports is releasing VR Soccer '96, VR Golf '96 and VR Baseball '96 in the first quarter of 1996 for SEGA Saturn, Sony PlayStation and IBM and 100% compatible computers.

Interplay Productions, 17922 Fitch Ave, Irvine, CA 92714

714-553-6655, Fax: 714-252-2820


InterPlot Raster Offline Driver Pack
Intergraph Announces InterPlot Raster Offline Driver Pack

HUNTSVILLE, ALA., JAN. 3, 1996 -- Intergraph Software Solutions' (ISS) Digital Imaging announced today the availability of the InterPlot Raster Offline Driver Pack for Microsoft Windows NT. This Windows NT-based driver pack from Intergraph brings InterPlot offline drivers to customers who need to produce disk data files in a specific raster format. The data files generated may be used as input for other applications, and are used extensively in workflows such as map production and electronic publishing.

The InterPlot Raster Offline Driver Pack for Windows NT provides companies using the existing InterPlot Raster Offline Device Driver products for CLIX a migration path to Windows NT.

Intergraph is now offering offline raster formats and additional formats in the InterPlot Raster Offline Driver Pack for Windows NT. This pack includes drivers that generate monochrome and color raster formats, such as the InterPlot Monochrome Raster Offline Driver and the InterPlot Color Raster Offline Driver. Each driver can be configured to generate an offline file of a specific raster file type, resolution and size. The InterPlot Raster Offline Driver Pack, as well as all other InterPlot driver packs, install directly into the Windows NT printing system.

However, with these drivers the output is written to a file rather than to a printing or plotting device. The user can specify the locations and naming convention of the offline files.

The InterPlot Monochrome and Color Raster Offline Driver can generate Intergraph raster formats, as well as most industry standard formats. Installation of the InterPlot Raster Offline Driver Pack also provides the offline printing capability to other drivers on the Windows NT plot server. The component that offers automated naming and storing of jobs to a file is compatible with any Windows NT printer driver that can also print to the Microsoft Print Manager FILE: port definition, allowing customized sequential naming of normal print-to-file Print Manager jobs.

INTERGRAPH BACKGROUND INFORMATION

A member of the Fortune 1000, Intergraph Corporation is the world's largest company dedicated to supplying interactive computer graphics systems. Products range from point solutions, meeting individual and departmental needs, to integrated, enterprisewide systems.

Noted for delivering interoperable systems and applications, Intergraph bases it products on Windows, Windows NT and UNIX operating systems.

Intergraph Software Solutions (ISS) develops and markets integrated software for the Technical Desktop the combination of compatible technical applications and personal productivity tools in a single desktop computer. Technical applications include computer-aided design, engineering, analysis, manufacturing, publishing and earth sciences. ISS also provides core system software, high-end applications, and training, consulting, and implementation services.


Powershop Sweeps Best Product Awards
Adaptive Solutions Powershop Sweeps Best Product Awards

BEAVERTON, Oregon--January 3, 1996--Adaptive Solutions (NASDAQ:ADSO) today announced that its PowerShop accelerator board is the winner of three best-of-class awards from premier desktop publishing magazines. MacUser honored Adaptive Solutions with a Best New Accelerator "Eddy" award, describing it as "the smartest $2,000 a Photoshop user can spend." Computer Artist recognized PowerShop in its "Top Ten" products of the year, and Photo Electronic Imaging bestowed Adaptive with the "Cool2" award for being the best imaging accelerator of 1995.

In all cases, editors from each publication nominated, evaluated and selected winners based on technological innovation, quality, performance, ease-of-use, broadness in scope and affordability. The MacUser "Eddy Award" recognizes the best Macintosh hardware and software products released during the year. Computer Artist honors outstanding contributions to artists' and designers' toolboxes, while Photo Electronic Imaging's "Cool2" award recognizes the most desirable, "cool to the second power," imaging products.

"To be selected best-of-the-best from a publication's in-house staff that actually uses products like PowerShop is a real honor," said Bob Anundson, vice president and general manager, Prepress for Adaptive Solutions. "When an artist, desktop publisher or designer is in creative mode, every second counts. They see how fast PowerShop speeds up their ability to experiment with design techniques and they understand the value." PowerShop, the world's fastest Adobe Photoshop accelerator, accelerates Photoshop functions by factors of up to 1,000 percent over the fastest Macintosh systems, delivering unmatched speed increases to computation-intensive tasks such as unsharp mask, rotate, color transformations, Gaussian blur and many others. The PowerShop acceleration family is composed of two products- -PowerShop/NuBus and PowerShop/PCI--and has a street price of around $2,000. For more information on the awards Adaptive Solutions' PowerShop received, consult the publications' web pages:

 MacUser: http://www.zdnet.com/~macuser/eddy95

 Computer Artist: http://www.pennwell.com/compart.html

 Photo Electronic Imaging: http://www.peimag.com/cool2.1.htm

Adaptive Solutions, headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon, pioneered parallel processing for the desktop and embedded applications. Adaptive designs and manufactures parallel processing products using the CNAPS architecture for pattern recognition applications, including image processing and neural networks.

Adaptive Solutions

1400 NW Compton Dr., Suite 340

Beaverton, OR 97006

Phone (800) 482-6277

Fax (503) 690-1249


SuperCard 2.5 French Version Ships
SUPERCARD 2.5-FRENCH VERSION SHIPS

PARIS-BASED AWARE DELIVERS LOCALIZED SUPERCARD 2.5

SAN DIEGO - January 2, 1996 - Allegiant Technologies, Inc. and Aware of Paris, France, today jointly announced the shipment of the French language version of SuperCard 2.5 on December 29, 1995.

Aware engineers worked closely with Allegiant to optimize SuperCard for the French market, localizing to the French language Allegiant's flagship authoring tool for delivering interactive multimedia content and custom applications. Just two weeks ago SuperCard 2.5 won the 1995 MacUser Editors' Choice Award for Best New Multimedia Authoring Application.

"France has maintained a leading position within the European market for Macintosh, so we're very excited to deliver a native-language version of SuperCard to French users," commented Bill Gordon, Director of Worldwide Sales for Allegiant.

Francis Lennert, Aware's Macintosh Division Manager, added that "The multimedia market has historically been very strong in France. The release of a French version of SuperCard is expected to further increase SuperCard's popularity and empower people to achieve greater success with the this award-winning tool."

As part of a limited-time, introductory promotion, Aware will include the SuperCard MultiMedia MegaStudio CD-ROM for free with the standard retail version of SuperCard 2.5F. The MegaStudio CD-ROM includes SuperCard 2.5, Avid VideoShop 3.0, Gryphon Morph 2.5, Specular LogoMotion, Specular TextureScape, and Opcode AudioShop.

SuperCard 2.5F shares technical specifications with its English counterpart, which originally shipped on July 31, 1995. New features for 2.5F include full Power-Macintosh acceleration, built-in QuickTime support, a powerful Standalone Maker utility, hypertext, advanced sound features, multi-frame "Filmstrip" animations, and new reference documentation.

Highlights of the French release include support for French characters, full translation of SuperCard's Runtime Editor, and localized sample projects and documentation. SuperTalk, SuperCard's powerful scripting language that is based on Apple's industry standard HyperTalk, remains in English.

As in earlier versions of SuperCard, there is no runtime licensing fee associated with distributing SuperCard-based standalone applications that are not in themselves authoring tools.

PRICING AND AVAILABILITY

The suggested retail price of SuperCard 2.5F in France is F$3,990. Owners of the English version of SuperCard 2.5 may upgrade to SuperCard 2.5-French through Aware. Aware is located at 21 Rue Oliver Metra, 75020 Paris, France and can be reached via phone at 33 1 46 36 46 47 or via fax at 33 1 46 36 82 54.

ABOUT ALLEGIANT

Allegiant Technologies, Inc., develops and markets innovative Multimedia, Internet, and Application Development software that empowers people to interactively educate, entertain, present, and manage information.


Andyne Query Management Option for GQL
Andyne Introduces Greater Flexibility for Database Queries

Query Management Option Provides Enhanced Management for Enterprise- Wide Queries

JANUARY 3, 1996 -- KINGSTON, Ontario, Canada -- Andyne Computing Ltd., pioneers of the Managed Query Environment, today announced Query Management Option (QMO) for GQL, a scheduling and management facility that provides corporations with greater control over database queries. Working as an extension to Andyne's GQL graphical query and reporting tool, QMO allows IS administrators to manage the queue of user queries, thus providing extended control over the demand placed on enterprise database systems.

"QMO for GQL enhances our customers' ability to manage their businesses by providing them greater flexibility in performing database queries, as well as offering added control over when and where data is accessed," said A. Cameron Thompson, president and CEO of Andyne. "While competitive tools only offer scheduling capabilities, QMO provides an extended level of functionality by introducing the ability to regulate DBMS loading and event sequencing, as well as support for mobile users."

Andyne's Query Management Option manages queries in both the data warehouse environment and the client/server, transactional database environment. QMO is highly scalable with functionality ranging from simple scheduling to support for complete query management. QMO provides three modes of operation -- Scheduled Mode, Cooperative Mode and Detached Mode.

Scheduled Query Mode

QMO's Scheduled query mode allows end-users to specify when they would like a query processed. For example, users can defer a query to run at night when system performance can be maximized. QMO's Scheduled Mode requires no server-based software or IS involvement and allows GQL users to connect to other databases - and even exit from GQL - while queued queries are being processed, thus freeing up workstation time and increasing user productivity. Once the query is complete, QMO notifies the user.

Cooperative Query Mode

QMO's Cooperative mode allows users and administrators to manage the execution of queries to regulate DBMS loading and event sequencing. IS managers can manipulate and manage queries on an enterprise-wide basis. For example, marketing queries can be scheduled to run at night, but only once the data warehouse had been updated, thus ensuring the use of the most up-to-date information. Additionally, QMO allows IS administrators to put a hold on queries during peak load periods, ensuring appropriate turnaround for transaction updates. The benefit to the enterprise with QMO is a more efficient information distribution system coupled with greater information quality.

Detached Query Mode

The Detached query mode allows the user to submit a query for processing at a later time, even while their workstation is disconnected or shut down. This mode provides users the flexibility or running queries from remote locations. For example, a salesperson can launch a query about a particular customer sales history, then retrieve the query results at the customer site, ensuring they have the very latest information. QMO also supports server-based query managers developed by third parties such as IW-Manager from NexTek Software. IW-Manager prioritizes and schedules queries on high-end UNIX systems ensuring that queries are completed more predictably and resources are used more efficiently. IW-Manager also provides load balancing on multiprocessor systems.

About Andyne GQL

QMO is an extension to Andyne's successful GQL query and reporting tool. GQL is a powerfully simple decision support application for accessing transaction-level data on relational data sources. GQL is fully graphical, does not require users to remember obscure database names or join conditions or have knowledge of SQL. GQL is an intuitive, visual solution that provides an open interface for add-on extensions, allowing end-users to choose the reporting capability they need. Whether users want columnar reports, charts and graphs, crosstab reports, forms or labels, GQL's Report Extensions represent the quickest route between the database and the desktop.

Pricing and Availability

QMO 1.0 is available for Windows and Macintosh platforms at a list- price of $199 U.S. per user or $1,595 for a ten user pack. The suggested list price for Andyne GQL is $695 per user copy which includes support for crosstabs and charting.

Andyne is a leader in the development and marketing of Decision Support System (DSS) software with over 55,000 installations worldwide. Andyne products offer a Managed Query Environment (MQE), synchronizing end-user needs for access, analysis, and reporting with Information Systems (IS) needs for security and enterprise-wide consistency. Andyne's applications offer easy-to-use, visual interfaces that can be customized to suit any business need. Andyne services all of its products through consulting, training, and technical support. Andyne is a publicly traded company on the NASDAQ National Market System under the symbol "ADYNF" and on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSE) under the symbol "ADY."

For more information, please contact:

Marketing Department, Andyne Computing Ltd., 613-548-4355

Sally Winship, FitzGerald Communications, 617-494-9500


Apple CEO Addresses Education Commission
Apple CEO, Michael Spindler Addresses the Education Commission of the States

Spindler Speaks on the Key Role Technology Plays in Education Reform

DENVER, Colorado---January 5, 1996---In a keynote yesterday to top policy-makers, educators and business leaders from around the United States, Apple Computer, Inc. CEO, Michael Spindler addressed the vital link between technology and education reform. Spindler's keynote kicked off a two-day meeting of the Education Commission of the States (ECS), a non-profit, nationwide organization designed to help governors, state legislators and state education officials to develop policies to improve the quality of education. The meeting brought together state leaders to help develop specific plans to initiate, integrate and accelerate standards and school-to-work programs.

"Preparing today's students to succeed in the workplace of the 21st century is paramount to the future of our country. We all-- whether we are business people, policy-makers or educators--have a role and an obligation to develop a solution together," said Spindler.

In his keynote, Spindler explored three questions. First, what role does information technology play in the workplace of tomorrow? Second, how can we effectively apply what we have learned about the impact of technology on learning? And finally, what implications will all of this have for public policy? He emphasized that technology is not the solution but it is the critical connection between school and work. In the public policy arena, he identified some areas in which policy-makers can work more closely with the business and education communities to provide adequate funding, infrastructure, staff development, research and assessment.

Spindler concluded his address by challenging the attendees to work with the policy-makers and educators in their states to develop a plan that will help bring all students to a high level of performance. He reinforced that this is not the responsibility of a single individual or group, but one that requires working together to effect fundamental change. Spindler offered Apple's technology expertise and educational research to help in this national undertaking.

"Policy-makers and educators need to get past partisanship and turf battles if we're going to give students the chance to learn today what they need to know to be successful in the world tomorrow," said Wisconsin Governor, Tommy G. Thompson and ECS chairman.

Apple was invited to address the ECS meeting to share the knowledge it has gained as a leading provider of learning technologies over the last 18 years. The company has a long and celebrated history of helping educators effectively integrate technology into the learning environment, and plays an active role in education-related policy- making by sharing its 10 years of Apple Classrooms of Tomorrow research and expertise.

Apple Computer, Inc., a recognized pioneer and innovator in the information industry, creates powerful solutions based on easy to use personal computers, servers, peripherals, software, online services, and personal digital assistants. Headquartered in Cupertino, California, Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) develops, manufactures, licenses and markets products, technologies and services for the business, education, consumer, publishing, scientific & engineering and government markets in over 140 countries.

If you are considering the purchase of an Apple product and would like to have product information faxed to you, please call 1-800- 462-4396 in the U.S. or (415) 598-4329 in Canada. If you do not have a fax machine or would like to locate an Apple authorized reseller near you, please call 1-800-538-9696. Customers outside the U.S. should contact their local Apple representatives for information.

Apple's home page on the World Wide Web: http://www.apple.com/

K-12 Internet home page URL: http://www.info.apple.com/education


Apple to Demo DOS/Windows Compatibility Card
Apple to Demonstrate DOS and Windows Compatibility Card for PCI-based Power Mac Systems at MacWorld Expo

CUPERTINO, California--January 4, 1996--Extending its commitment to cross-platform compatibility, Apple Computer, Inc. will demonstrate PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect)-based Power Macintosh systems running prototype PC Compatibility Cards at MacWorld Expo San Francisco. The prototype PC Compatibility Cards, featuring either Pentium or Cyrix 586 processors, demonstrate the cross-platform potential of PCI-based Power Mac systems to run the widest range of software applications from the leading PC platforms: Macintosh, DOS and Windows.

"This technology demonstration underscores Apple's continuing commitment to cross-platform solutions that help remove compatibility as a barrier to moving to the Macintosh platform," said Dave Daetz, Apple's worldwide cross-platform product line manager. "And it shows how Macintosh personal computers stand out by fitting in, keeping customers' options open to run more software on a Macintosh than on any other mainstream personal computer."

Apple currently provides DOS and Windows compatibility via 486DX2/66- based DOS Compatibility Cards on selected models of its Power Macintosh, Macintosh LC, and Macintosh Performa lines of personal computers through the DOS Compatibility Card. These products appear on Microsoft's Windows 95 system compatibility list. While Apple currently does not bundle Insignia's SoftWindows 2.0 on selected Power Macintosh configurations, SoftWindows 2.0 continues to be a third-party option for the very occasional MS-DOS and Windows 3.1 user who values cross- platform compatibility, and whose performance requirement does not exceed that of a 386-based PC.

According to a 1995 Apple study, Apple's most popular cross-platform system, the Power Macintosh 6100/66 DOS Compatible, has attracted a large number of customers replacing an x86-based PC. In fact, the survey found that the majority of Power Macintosh 6100/66 DOS Compatible customers were either buying their first personal computer, or adding to or replacing previously owned x86-based PCs. At the same time, Power Macintosh 6100/66 DOS Compatible customers spend most of their time running Mac OS software, and buy as many native PowerPC applications as other Power Macintosh customers.

Technology demonstrations will be held throughout MacWorld Expo, January 9-12, in Apple's booth, located in Room 103 at the Moscone Convention Center.

Apple Computer, Inc., a recognized pioneer and innovator in the information industry, creates powerful solutions based on easy-to-use personal computers, servers, peripherals, software, on-line services, and personal digital assistants. Headquartered in Cupertino, California, Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) develops, manufactures, licenses and markets products, technologies and services for the business, education, consumer, scientific, engineering and government markets in more than 140 countries.

If you are considering the purchase of an Apple product and would like to have product information faxed to you, please call 1-800- 462-4396 in the U.S. or (415) 598-4329 in Canada. If you do not have a fax machine or would like to locate an Apple authorized reseller near you, please call 1-800-538-9696. Customers outside the U.S. should contact their local Apple representatives for information.

Apple's home page on the World Wide Web: http://www.apple.com/


Developer Central Pavilion Back at MacWorld
Developer Central Pavilion Returns to MacWorld Expo

Apple and MacTech Magazine Expand Developer Resource Showcase

CUPERTINO, California--January 2, 1996--Apple Computer, Inc. and MacTech Magazine today announced that they will again join forces to spotlight the latest developer tools, services and information at MacWorld Expo/San Francisco. From January 9-12, 1996, Apple and MacTech will unite with leading developer product vendors at the largest Developer Central in MacWorld history, to demonstrate the strength of Apple Macintosh and Newton systems as development platforms.

"As the competitive environment grows more intense and complex for software developers, platform vendors must play an active role in facilitating technology adoption," said Shirley Stas, acting vice president, Apple Developer Relations. "Developer Central simplifies the technology adoption path by promoting direct communication among critical participants in the development process: tools providers, developers, users who quickly adopt new technology, and Apple."

"The Developer Central concept makes sense for all players," said Jean Belanger, chairman, Metrowerks Inc. "It offers attendees a one- stop shop for tools updates and new products; it provides vendors like Metrowerks a highly-leveraged presence at MacWorld, and it illustrates Apple's commitment to developer tools partnering efforts."

The 10,000-square-foot pavilion is expected to attract at least 16, 000 MacWorld attendees interested in creating commercial and corporate applications, multimedia titles, and custom solutions. Pavilion activities are designed to educate and enlighten developers of all experience levels:

Each day at the pavilion's two theaters, certified instructors and software engineering experts will host introductory seminars and tutorials on key technologies from Apple and third-party vendors.

The Overview Theater will offer 30-minute survey sessions on topics including the Macintosh business proposition, Adobe plug-in architectures, Oracle Developer 2000 (a new object-oriented client/server modeling tool), and programming for the Newton 2.0 operating system. The Training Theater will present in-depth tutorials on subjects such as the OpenDoc component software model, Copland (the next-generation Macintosh operating system), FileMaker Pro 3.0 database software, QuickTime VR and QuickDraw 3D. All theater seminars are offered at no additional charge to MacWorld Expo attendees.

The pavilion's 60 display stations will feature demonstrations of the newest development products from Apple and third-party vendors. Many companies planning significant developer tools announcements will be represented in the exhibit area. Some of the participating companies include Absoft; Adobe Systems, Inc.; Claris Corporation; Daystar Digital; EveryWare Development Corp.; Metrowerks Inc.; Microsoft Corporation; Motorola RISC Software; Natural Intelligence; Oracle Corporation; Pictorius Incorporated and Symantec Corp.

An entire wing of the pavilion will be devoted to helping developers understand the benefits of OpenDoc component software technology, which recently began shipping as a Software Developer's Kit.

One of the most popular OpenDoc displays is expected to be the Cyberdog station, where visitors will learn how to create custom applications for the Internet using this pre- release suite of OpenDoc-based solution tools. OpenDoc engineers and developers will play an active role in booth demonstrations to share their experiences first-hand.

Dozens of tools and information products will be available for purchase from the pavilion's Apple Developer Catalog Store and MacTech Mail Order sales area. Many products will be discounted substantially.

Representatives from Apple's Developer Relations organization will be on hand to explain membership and support programs tailored to individual needs.

"Virtual Developer Central" CD-ROMs will be distributed to the first 8,000 visitors. A popular tradition at Developer Central since its debut at MacWorld/Boston in 1994, the CD-ROM is a handy reference tool that features detailed product and technical literature from the pavilion's participating vendors.

The Developer Central Pavilion will be located at San Francisco's Moscone Center, North Hall, Booth 3400. Pavilion hours are from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on January 9-11; and 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on January 12. Cost of admission to MacWorld exhibits, which includes admission to Developer Central exhibits and seminars, is U.S. $40. For additional information about MacWorld Expo San Francisco, individuals should contact Mitch Hall Associates by phone at 1-800-645-EXPO, or through the World Wide Web at: http://www.mha.com/macworldexpo/

More detailed information about Developer Central is available on the World Wide Web at the following URLs: http://www.devcentral.com/, http://www.mactech.com/, http://www.apple.com/.

Apple Computer, Inc., a recognized pioneer and innovator in the information industry, creates powerful solutions based on easy-to- use personal computers, servers, peripherals, software, on-line services, and personal digital assistants. Headquartered in Cupertino, California, Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) develops, manufactures, licenses and markets products, technologies and services for the business, education, consumer, scientific & engineering and government markets in over 140 countries.

If you are considering the purchase of an Apple product and would like to have product information faxed to you, please call 1-800- 462-4396 in the U.S. or (415) 598-4329 in Canada. If you do not have a fax machine or would like to locate an Apple authorized reseller near you, please call 1-800-538-9696. Customers outside the U.S. should contact their local Apple representatives for information.

Apple's home page on the World Wide Web: http://www.apple.com/


Sundance Film Festival New Media Center
Sundance Film Festival's New Media Center Premiers with Apple Computer as Official Sponsor

Apple and Sundance Celebrate a Three-Year Agreement; Robert Redford's Sundance Institute Embraces Apple as the Leading Computing Platform

CUPERTINO, California--January 2, 1996--Recognized as the preeminent venue for discovering emerging independent film talent, the Sundance Film Festival today breaks new ground by opening the Sundance Film Festival's New Media Center, of which Apple Computer, Inc. is the official sponsor. Here, up-and-coming independent filmmakers will be introduced to some of the most innovative new media tools and solutions available to the film community.

The 1996 Sundance Film Festival is a 10-day event that takes place from January 18 to January 28 in Park City, Utah. On January 20, the Sundance Film Festival's New Media Center will open its doors to the more than 20,000 expected Festival-goers to demonstrate how artists are using Apple's multimedia technology to create enhanced CDs (audio CDs that also include multimedia content), create special effects based on 3D for modeling and animation, to incorporate virtual reality scenes into titles, and more. All presentations will be based on the Apple Macintosh platform. Additionally, Apple will use QuickTime Live!, the company's new virtual venue for live entertainment, to bring interviews with film makers from the Sundance Film Festival to the world via the Internet.

The Apple/Sundance partnership stems from common goals and interests: both organizations are heavy supporters of the environment, children in the arts and diversity in culture. "Apple Computer's support of the Sundance Institute's New Media Center is a real indication of their commitment to the Institute and the independent film community," said Robert Redford, founder of the Sundance Institute.

The Sundance Film Festival's New Media Center will feature not only Apple hardware, but also the company's award-winning multimedia software including QuickTime, QuickTime VR and the Apple Internet Connection Kit. Other products that will be showcased include: Adobe Systems, Inc., Adobe Premiere, After Effects and PageMill; Macromedia's full line of multimedia authoring solutions including, Director, FreeHand, Extreme 3D and ShockWave for the Internet; Strata's Studio Pro comprehensive 3D modeling package; Power Production Software's creative tools for creative people including, Storyboard Artist, Digital Box Office, and Costume Pro; Nixon, the first Enhanced CD soundtrack developed by Hollywood Records, and FWB's Hammer line of world class storage solutions.

"As the finest new directors from around the world vie to come to Sundance to present their latest material, we'll also unveil our latest offerings through the Sundance Film Festival's New Media Center," said Satjiv S. Chahil, vice president of Apple's Entertainment Industry and New Media group. "Just as the Festival offers a place to discover emerging film talent, it now is going that extra step by offering Festival-goers an exclusive environment to see how multimedia technology opens up a whole new realm of possibilities for filmmakers. Apple is committed to provide these up-and-coming film talents with the latest multimedia products."

Apple and Sundance Sign Three-Year Contract For the next three years, Apple will be the official sponsor of the Sundance New Media Center at the Sundance Film Festival, establishing the Macintosh as the premier computer platform of the Institute. Both Apple and Sundance see this association as a collaborative relationship with an eye to the future.

Additional Sundance Institute Activities Include the June Filmmaker's Labs, Producer's Conference, and Directors Session--each of which will use the Power Macintosh computer line. The PowerMac is used widely throughout the creative and multimedia communities. In fact, San Jose-based market research firm Dataquest found that 63 percent of multimedia developers use the Macintosh to create their content.

Background

The Sundance Institute, established in 1981 by Robert Redford, is dedicated to the support and development of American independent filmmakers, and to the national and international exhibition of new, dramatic and documentary files. The Institute's annual programs, including the Feature Film Program, the Sundance Film Festival, and the Independent Producer's Conference, offer essential artistic and business resources to emerging independent filmmakers each year. A program of the Institute since 1985, the Sundance Film Festival has become the largest US-based film festival, and the hub for influencing and rewarding independent film production and film makers.

To access live interviews at the Sundance Film Festival, Macintosh or Windows PC users can access the QuickTime Live! World Wide Web site at: http://live.apple.com

Apple Computer, Inc., a recognized innovator in the information industry and leader in multimedia technologies, creates powerful solutions based on easy-to-use personal computers, servers, peripherals, software, online services, and personal digital assistants. Headquartered in Cupertino, California, Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) develops, manufactures, licenses and markets products, technologies and services for the business, education, consumer, entertainment, scientific & engineering and government markets in over 140 countries.

If you are considering the purchase of an Apple product and would like to have product information faxed to you, please call 1-800- 462-4396 in the U.S. or (415) 598-4329 in Canada. If you do not have a fax machine or would like to locate an Apple authorized reseller near you, please call 1-800-538-9696. Customers outside the U.S. should contact their local Apple representatives for information.

Apple's home page on the World Wide Web: http://www.apple.com/


Web-Based AT&T Business Network
AT&T to publish Web-based online service for business professionals

JANUARY 4, 1996 -- CAMBRIDGE, Mass. -- AT&T today announced that it will, in mid-1996, publish a World Wide Web version of AT&T Business Network, the online service for business professionals.

A product of AT&T's New Media Services unit, AT&T Business Network provides business professionals, managers and entrepreneurs with easy access to the news, information and business services they need to grow and manage their businesses. AT&T Business Network features content from a wide range of leading publishers, including CNN Interactive, Dow Jones Business Information Services, Dun & Bradstreet Information Services, Standard & Poor's and TRW, as well as seamless links to Internet business content. The service is currently hosted on AT&T Interchange Online Network, an advanced publishing platform that hosts specialized services developed by independent publishers.

Under the plan announced today, AT&T New Media Services will create a series of business information products for the World Wide Web, the first of which will be AT&T Business Network Version 2, available in mid-1996. Through the proliferation of standard Web browsers and through the reach of standard Internet access providers, like AT&T WorldNet Services, AT&T Business Network Version 2 will be accessible to millions of business professionals, managers and entrepreneurs.

During the first half of 1996, AT&T New Media Services will continue to grow and invest in the initial version of the AT&T Business Network service on the AT&T Interchange platform. At mid-year, it will offer to upgrade its customers to the Web-based AT&T Business Network Version 2. By late 1996, the World Wide Web will be the principal means of distribution for AT&T Business Network.

"AT&T WorldNet Services is already bringing millions of business customers to the Internet," observed Michael E. Kolowich, president of AT&T New Media Services. "It makes sense for us to invest in ways to make our value-added content services readily available to those AT&T WorldNet customers and to others with Internet access. Our current publishing partners are pursuing similar paths -- by taking advantage of the current superiority of the AT&T Interchange publishing platform while at the same time preparing new versions of their products for the World Wide Web. We have teams in place to fully support our partners in these efforts and to make the transition smooth and painless for customers."

"Today, AT&T Interchange Online Network represents the most sophisticated way of accessing and representing published information. In the future, however, the amount of innovation being applied by thousands of organizations -- including AT&T -- will ensure that similar or superior capabilities will be available through open, interoperable standards," Kolowich continued. "Open, interoperable standards are fundamental to AT&T's telecommunications approach, and are the foundation of AT&T's Internet and online services strategy."

Since its acquisition by AT&T in December 1994, AT&T New Media Services has dedicated a steadily increasing number of technical and operating professionals to implement Internet access and links for AT&T Business Network, and to prepare for Web-based products. "That trend will accelerate during the course of 1996," said Dave Power, vice president and general manager of AT&T New Media Services. "Our staff will apply its experience, skills and tools to an open standards environment."

For more information on AT&T Business Network, please call 1-800-660-2299 or visit the AT&T Business Network web site (http://www.att.com/bnet).

AT&T New Media Services is chartered with developing AT&T-branded content services for business and professional markets. The unit is part of AT&T's strategy for making the Internet and online services as easy to use as the telephone.

AT&T Corp., a global communications and computer company, operates the world's largest and most advanced long-distance network and provides communications services and products, as well as network equipment and computer systems, to businesses, consumers, telecommunications services providers and government agencies.


Brainstorm OfficeLink for Lotus Notes 2.0
Brainstorm's New OfficeLink for Lotus Notes 2.0

Offers Extended Support for Rich-Text, Conflict Resolution and Full- Text Search

Brainstorm Adopts Key User Recommendations from More than 350 Organizations Worldwide

CAMBRIDGE, MASS. -- December 5, 1995 -- In response to record sales and an overwhelming demand among users for a simple and elegant way to link Microsoft Office applications with Lotus Notes, Brainstorm Technology, Inc. today announced version 2.0 of the company's breakthrough product, OfficeLink for Lotus Notes. The new software release from Brainstorm, who is the leading provider of software solutions for integrating groupware technologies, comes less than six months after OfficeLink's initial launch last spring. Microsoft Office has 90% marketshare of desktop applications suite, and Lotus Notes is the leader in the groupware market with over 3.3 million users worldwide.

OfficeLink adds "Open from Notes" and "Save To Notes" options into the Office application menu bar thus allowing users to seamlessly retrieve and store Office documents to and from any corporate Lotus Notes database. With OfficeLink v2.0 users now have the ability to transparently save Microsoft Word and Microsoft RTF documents directly into Notes native rich-text format, maintaining all special formatting.

Just as easily, end-users of Microsoft Word can directly convert any existing Notes rich text information into a Word or RTF document with the click of a mouse button. With this added capability, users can continue to work within their favorite desktop applications, either Word or Notes, and be able to cooperate, share and edit the same documents simultaneously. OfficeLink implements sophisticated save/conflict resolution features and provides full support for built-in Notes security. Another significant enhancement in the new OfficeLink allows for any Word document stored within Lotus Notes to be full-text searchable. This feature is essential to organizations that have critical business information stored in thousands of Office documents, allowing for efficient and reliable access to this information from a central Notes repository. All Notes and Office users anywhere within and outside the organization will be able to easily search, review, edit, and comment on shared Office documents via Notes and OfficeLink. OfficeLink sets the standard as the key "alternative" Notes client interface which is accessible from Microsoft Office applications without having to run the Lotus Notes client software.

OfficeLink v2.0 incorporates a revamped, more intuitive user interface with new pull down menus, scroll windows, and an automatic Notes document/field rendering facility. In addition, product performance has been optimized more than 50% in memory and resource utilization. "The market response to our initial release of OfficeLink has been tremendous," stated Mitchell C. Liu, Brainstorm co-founder and vice president of marketing. "The new version of OfficeLink significantly extends the power of Lotus Notes with a custom front-end to Notes, and with forthcoming updates we'll be providing support for both Office '95 and Powerpoint. New key features added to OfficeLink 2.0 have been compiled from over thousands of customer requests, and truly marks the maturity of the product." OfficeLink leverages on the strengths of Notes such as its replication and security features to enable seamless and reliable sharing of information throughout the company as well as by suppliers and customers around the globe.

This ability to easily access Office documents outside an organization allows mobile users, such as field sales representatives, to merge and distribute sales spreadsheets, forecasts and other data created in Excel and Word from their portable computers directly to all other networked users within the corporation. OfficeLink v2.0 will run in Windows 3.X, Windows for Workgroups, Windows NT and Windows '95 operating systems. Support for Office '95 and Notes 4.0 is slated for early in the first quarter of 1996. Support for Microsoft PowerPoint is also forthcoming based on availability of the API. The suggested retail price for Brainstorm's OfficeLink is $99.00 per client. Server pricing begins at $199 with volume discounts available for site licenses.

The product, which is currently available, is sold directly from Brainstorm as well as through Egghead Software Corporate sales and the Brainstorm Buyers Guide. Founded in 1993, Brainstorm Technologies, Inc., is a pioneer in the development of Lotus Notes applications and development tools. The company provides both off-the-shelf products and a range of consulting services designed to help companies gain access and integrate data from existing corporate databases into Lotus Notes. The company's award-winning products, VB/Link for Lotus Notes, DataLink for Lotus Notes and ServerAdmin Plus are currently used by more than 20 percent of the organizations that use Lotus Notes.


Cheyenne Ships ARCserve Ver 6 for NetWare
Cheyenne Ships ARCserve Version 6 for NetWare

ROSLYN HEIGHTS, NY (JANUARY 2, 1996) - Cheyenne Software, Inc. (AMEX:CYE), the leading provider of storage management software worldwide, announced today that it shipped ARCserve version 6 for NetWare, the latest generation of storage management technology, during the last few days of December 1995. ARCserve version 6 incorporates the latest in client/server technology with mainframe-like systems management features. With this release, ARCserve customers will find it easier to support heterogeneous environments of NetWare, Windows NT, Windows 95, UNIX, OS/2 and Macintosh systems. Overall, ARCserve version 6 will provide enterprise administrators with greater manageability, scaleability and availability to client/server data.

"With ARCserve version 6, Cheyenne is maintaining its leadership position in the storage management arena by providing tighter integration with the network operating system, vastly increased throughput speeds and greater automation," commented Yuda Doron, executive vice president and general manager of the NetWare Division at Cheyenne Software. "We've included a comprehensive set of checks and balances to ensure the reliability of the product in today's network environments. Additionally, ARCserve offers several first-to-market capabilities which make it the most advanced backup tool available to date."

Michael Peterson of Strategic Research Corporation commented, "This release is truly a blockbuster in feature richness. Cheyenne will maintain its leadership position in the storage management arena. The performance enhancements alone will be very helpful to those concerned with backing up their growing storage environments within a constrained period of time. File-based interleaving, RAID-5 for tape, push agents and multiple SCSI board support will allow vast increases in speed."

Mr. Savio Chan, vice president at Micro 2000 Computer Center, added that "ARCserve version 6 enables network administrators to better manage ever-increasing amounts of data. We found that it fully protects the NDS database, significantly increases backup performance, and provides new disaster recovery capabilities. Better manageability was facilitated by a new user-friendly interface, automated installation procedures and centralized administrative capabilities."

New Pricing Structure

Cheyenne is also introducing a new pricing structure in response to its customers' needs, dividing the ARCserve marketplace into two segments according to network size. ARCserve version 6 for NetWare/Workgroup Edition will run on Novell NetWare/25 users or less; its suggested retail price is $795. ARCserve version 6 for NetWare/Enterprise Edition will run on Novell networks with more than 25 users; its suggested retail price is $1895. In addition, ARCserve options are priced separately to allow users to purchase according to their storage management needs. The RAID-5 Fault Tolerance Option is designed to support tape arrays, and is priced at $1995. The File Interleaving Push Agents are designed to optimize the performance of remote server backup, and is priced at $495. ARCserve version 6 will also be available in French, German, Italian, Japanese, and Spanish soon.

About Cheyenne Software

Cheyenne Software, Inc. is an international developer of essential software solutions for NetWare, Windows NT, UNIX, Macintosh, and OS/2 networks. Its enterprise-wide offerings include an array of storage management, security, and communications products, including Cheyenne HSM, JETserve, InocuLAN, FAXserve, and its flagship product line, the ARCserve family of network backup software. Cheyenne can be contacted at (800) 243-9462 (U.S. or Canada) or (516) 484-5110, or by visiting its WWW home page at: http://www.cheyenne.com.


Free PowerPlay Special Edition for Football
COGNOS TURNS ARMCHAIR QUARTERBACKS INTO SUPERBOWL EXPERTS WITH FREE FOOTBALL SOFTWARE

-- POWERPLAY SE FOR FOOTBALL LETS FANS SCORE BIG BY USING BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE SOFTWARE AND THE INTERNET TO TACKLE STATISTICAL ANALYSIS --

BURLINGTON, MASS., JANUARY 2, 1996 -- Cognos (NASDAQ:COGNF; TSE:CSN) today announced the immediate availability on its World Wide Web site of PowerPlay Special Edition (SE) for Football. PowerPlay SE for Football is free Windows software for the NFL playoffs and SuperBowl that gives fans instant access to the same type of information usually available only to sportscasters after extensive behind-the-scenes work by statisticians.

PowerPlay SE for Football is a limited, personal-use version of Cognos' Business Intelligence tool, PowerPlay, the world's most widely used software for analyzing multidimensional data, also known as Online Analytical Processing (OLAP). The full version of PowerPlay, priced at $695, lets business managers take a detailed look at any type of corporate data, turning facts into useful insights in order to run their businesses better. The key to the power of both products is the ability to let users look at data "multidimensionally" -- or in multiple combinations or views -- much as one can change how a Rubik's cube looks by turning its faces.

"If the Dallas Cowboys are facing third down with five yards to go on natural grass during a day game, fans using PowerPlay SE can instantly determine how often Dallas made the first down in similar situations during the regular season or playoffs," said Alan Rottenberg, Cognos' senior vice president, Business Intelligence. "It's exactly this kind of precision and instant access to information that's made PowerPlay the de facto standard in the business world for multidimensional data analysis. For business professionals, PowerPlay SE is also an excellent way to learn about and show the power and potential business benefits of OLAP."

Armchair quarterbacks can now determine how teams or individual players perform in passing, rushing, sacks, first downs and other situations as they're watching games. Fans with Windows PCs and Internet access can download the software free of charge from Cognos' World Wide Web site at http://www.cognos.com.

Cognos is providing two databases: one including regular season statistics for the teams competing in the playoffs; the other including data for the same statistical categories for the post season only. Post season data will be updated and posted on the Cognos site after each round of the playoffs.

Nearly any meaningful combination of offensive statistics can be analyzed at will and viewed as a full-color graph, chart or table with point-and-click simplicity. PowerPlay SE for Football can answer questions such as:

* What is the fourth down conversion rate for the Dallas Cowboys in the fourth quarter in away games played during the day on natural grass?

* Which NFC team leads the league in TDs scored in the last two minutes of regulation time in away games at night?

* Who leads the San Francisco 49ers in rushing yards against Western Conference opponents on second and short situations?

* Which AFC team suffers the most sacks on third down and short yardage -- on the opponent's side of the field?

In business use, the full version of PowerPlay can answer questions such as:

* Which sales person in the Asia/Pacific region brings in the highest percentage of sales in the last month of Q4 at a 50% or greater margin?

* Which products in the North American market contribute the highest gross margin sold through direct vs. indirect sales?

* Which adverting campaign generated the highest number of Fortune 1000 leads in the first quarter of 1995 that resulted in sales greater than $1,000,000?

The sports data for PowerPlay SE for Football is supplied by STATS, Inc. (Skokie, IL), the leading supplier of sports data, and covers a wealth of data on the offensive performance of football teams in the 1996 playoffs and the individual players on those teams. For baseball fans, PowerPlay SE for Baseball is still available at http://www.cognos.com/baseball/pp_playground.html.

PowerPlay was first released in January 1990 and is used by over 100,000 managers around the world in Global 2,000-class companies. It is also distributed by numerous software applications vendors as part of their products. PowerPlay SE and the full commercial version, PowerPlay 4.1, require Windows 3.1 or Windows 95, an IBM PC or compatible 386, and 4 MB RAM. A 486 or faster PC is recommended.

COGNOS

Cognos is the global leader in providing business intelligence software to satisfy enterprise-wide data access and analysis needs. With over 200,000 seats in thousands of companies worldwide, PowerPlay and Impromptu consistently service the widest range of users across corporate, departmental, workgroup, personal and mobile applications. The products support over 100 relational and OLAP data sources and are available in seven major languages. Cognos business intelligence products are sold through the company's 40 sales offices and over 350 resellers around the globe.

Cognos develops, markets and supports -- both directly and through resellers worldwide -- advanced client/server tools for data access, data analysis and application development on a wide range of open and proprietary computing platforms. Cognos is a publicly held company with dual headquarters in Ottawa, Canada and Burlington, MA. Cognos' World Wide Web address is http://www.cognos.com.


CES Audience Told Industry Driven by PCs
Compaq's Eckhard Pfeiffer Tells Consumer Electronics Audience that Industry is Driven by PCs -- CES Keynoter Says PC Products Popular with Consumers of All Ages

LAS VEGAS, January 5, 1996 -- Predicting that half of American homes will have personal computers by 1998, Compaq Computer Corp. (NYSE: CPQ) President and CEO Eckhard Pfeiffer today spoke to electronics industry leaders about how the PC is rapidly becoming the defining factor in the consumer electronics industry. Pfeiffer made his remarks as the keynote speaker at the Consumer Electronics Show which runs here through Monday.

Pfeiffer's remarks follow yesterday's unveiling of the Wonder Tools&trade; line of educational toys jointly developed by Compaq and Fisher-Price. Describing Wonder Tools as merging the best in computers and toys, Pfeiffer said they are the first in what will be an extensive line of interactive digital products for kids.

"When we at Compaq think about computers, we think of their power to transport not only data and images, but also the mind and imagination ... especially the imagination of the very young," said Pfeiffer, adding that Wonder Tools mark the start of a new chapter in interactive education and play.

"Today's PC has evolved to the point of fundamentally redefining experience for people of all ages ... radically transforming personal and business communication, commerce, education, entertainment and perhaps even government," said Pfeiffer.

He said the PC has become the universal tool for home and business, "Your home's link to the outside world will be far more diverse and interactive, pulling in a wealth of information and services to enable electronic commerce and sophisticated transactions like distance learning, telemedicine and digital video-on-demand." Pfeiffer noted that more than 11 million US homes already have two or more working PCs.

Providing a preview of Compaq's future direction, Pfeiffer said, "Our vision is to transform computing into an intuitive experience that extends human capability on all planes -- communication, education, work and play. We know that for PCs to become part of the very fabric of society they must become much easier to use.

"We're hard at work creating speaker-independent, continuous speech recognition for PCs. In time, we believe you'll be able to talk to your PC with the emphasis on the PC understanding you rather than you having to understand it. We're developing new ways for consumers to locate, filter and organize all the information on their PCs. And we're building home networking infrastructures as well as the devices that will work within these networks ... experimenting with large screen PC TVs, home mobile PCs and edutainment peripherals," said Pfeiffer.

COMPANY BACKGROUND

Compaq Computer Corporation is the world's largest supplier of personal computers, offering desktop PCs, portable PCs, servers and options. Founded in 1982, the company reported 1994 worldwide sales of $10.9 billion. Compaq products are sold and supported in more than 100 countries throughout the world. Compaq also sells products directly to customers through Compaq Direct Plus at 1-800-888-5858. Compaq provides 24-hour customer support and can be reached through the Compaq forums on America On-Line, CompuServe, Internet (http://www.compaq.com), and Prodigy, or by calling 1-800-345-1518.


Wonder Tools Preschool Products
Wonderland Created By Fisher-Price And Compaq Goes Way Beyond Alice's Looking Glass

HOUSTON, January 4, 1996 -- Scat Cheshire Cat! Move over Jabberwocky! By the summer of 1996, preschoolers in the US will be able to explore an entirely new wonderland created by Compaq Computer Corporation and Fisher-Price. The result of this innovative partnership is the Wonder Tools line of preschool products for use with Windows-based multimedia PCs. Unveiled at the 1996 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, the complete line of children's and family computer products will allow youngsters, ages 3-7, to discover a variety of imaginative places to learn, create, explore and play.

The initial line of Wonder Tools products includes three product categories and is scheduled to ship in summer 1996. The new interactive computer toys, peripherals and software are poised to redefine computer- oriented play and learning for the youngest users in the family.

Wonder Tools Cruiser is a brightly colored driving-themed toy that allows children to control under-sea, land, and space software adventures. One of the first truly integrated and interactive computer toys, the Wonder Tools Cruiser works in tandem with its specially designed software to create a stimulating environment for kids. Wonder Tools Keyboard is an easy-to-use, preschool-appropriate and friendly keyboard that uses a combination of hardware and software to help children interact with the computer. A complete line of Wonder Tools children's and family-oriented software will also be developed. The children's titles are designed specifically for kids to stimulate play and learning; the family-oriented software is designed to help parents with topics related to families and raising children.

WONDER TOOLS CRUISER

Kids can literally get in the driver's seat behind the brightly colored driving console and play with the specially designed software of the Wonder Tools Cruiser, Wonder Tools' flagship product for 1996. Offering a totally interactive way for preschoolers to play and learn on the multimedia home PC, the Wonder Tools Cruiser features opportunities and experiences that challenge 3-7 year-olds by putting them in charge of virtually unlimited choices. The Wonder Tools Cruiser combines hardware and software to create a totally interactive experience, replacing the point-and-click approach of existing children's software, and allowing children to steer, honk and throttle their way through exciting and animated worlds.

Wonder Tools Cruiser features various knobs and buttons for navigating through a series of software adventures. It includes one software program that allows children to navigate through adventures on land, in space and under the sea. Children can interact with fascinating characters to make music, unscramble alphabet picture puzzles, learn to manipulate shapes in a space ship scrap yard and even invent and assemble toys. The driving simulation puts kids in charge of their own adventure as they improve memory, develop fine motor skills, sharpen problem solving skills and fine-tune decision making.

The first series of Wonder Tools Cruiser software titles takes preschoolers under the sea, piloting the Wonder Tools Cruiser through an ocean of activities. With a crew of sea characters like Clump the Grump (the grumpy clam) and SeaCelia (the musical seahorse), youngsters can learn about rhythm and tempo, colors and patterns, matching and symmetry, sea life science and environmental awareness, and, of course, directional skills and navigation. Additional Wonder Tools Cruiser land- and space-based adventures will also be available.

WONDER TOOLS KEYBOARD

Little fingers have a big advantage when working on the Wonder Tools Keyboard. Not just a scaled-down, colored-up version of mom and dad's computer keyboard, Wonder Tools Keyboard has been designed to "make sense" to 3-7 year-olds and helps acclimate them to a more traditional computing environment.

Through a unique combination of hardware and software, Wonder Tools Keyboard provides a way for youngsters to interact with the family computer at his/her own level. Big, bright letter and number keys make it easy for little fingers to type. Advanced function keys are tucked away in a pull-out drawer to lessen confusion. A "finger mouse" makes pointing and clicking more intuitive. The colorful keyboard can easily be added to any Windows-compatible home computer and will work with any Windows-based software title.

Wonder Tools Keyboard comes with software that creates a fun place for kids to work and play independently with the family PC. The Wonder Tools Keyboard software converts Windows (either Windows 3.1 or Windows 95) into a friendly child-appropriate software interface for launching programs, and a fun toy land with play and learning activities to explore on a number of different "floors." With the Wonder Tools Keyboard software, parents also can make specific software programs accessible to their children, while limiting other software choices available -- protecting "big people" files from being altered by curious little explorers. A friendly and smart bear is always available to give kids a hand when they need help. When other programs are used with the Wonder Tools Keyboard, four special keyboard buttons provide even more play and learning options like snapping screen photos, requesting help or printing pictures.

WONDER TOOLS SOFTWARE

Compaq and Fisher-Price are also creating stand-alone interactive software titles for children and families that can be used with any Windows-based multimedia PC and keyboard.

Rounding out the preschool PC experience, Wonder Tools also provides youngsters with the opportunity to explore creative art, storymaking, ABC's and a variety of other fun and educational topics. These independent software programs offer more open-ended and interactive activities than many titles currently on the market. For example, "Cyber Grannies" uses the wisdom of grandma to guide pre-readers through 26 fully interactive, themed, 3-D playgrounds where they learn the alphabet and vocabulary. While play sessions are enhanced with the addition of Wonder Tools Keyboard, all Wonder Tools software can be used with any Windows-based, multimedia home computer.

The Fisher-Price+Compaq Wonder Tools line is a complete family of computing products for preschool children and their families. Jointly developed, researched, tested, marketed and sold, Wonder Tools products are expected to offer the best available integration of computer tools that redefine play and stimulate learning. The fun-packed, easy to set up and use computer products will provide a smart start for today's diverse family and preschooler needs. All Wonder Tools toys, peripherals and software will be backed by comprehensive customer support and will be available at toy and computer retail locations nationwide this summer.

Compaq Computer Corporation is the world's largest supplier of personal computers. Fisher-Price, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mattel, Inc. and a leading manufacturer of toys and children's products.


Compaq & Fisher-Price Wonder Tools at CES
Compaq and Fisher-Price Redefine Children's Computing With New Line of Interactive Products

New Wonder Tools Family Introduced at Winter CES

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SUMMARY: Compaq and Fisher-Price today announced:

WONDER TOOLS: a new family of computing products designed for children (ages 3-7) and their families. The first products introduced in the line include:

WONDER TOOLS CRUISER AND SOFTWARE: an innovative driving console and CD-ROM software that work together to provide a totally interactive way for preschool children to play and learn on the home PC.

WONDER TOOLS KEYBOARD: more than just a standard keyboard, it includes oversized keys, a mouse and activity software that makes the computer easier and more fun for children.

INTERACTIVE SOFTWARE TITLES: A new line of stand-alone titles for children and families.

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LAS VEGAS, Jan. 4, 1996 -- Compaq Computer Corporation (NYSE: CPQ) and Fisher- Price Inc., a subsidiary of Mattel, Inc. (NYSE: MAT), today unveiled Wonder Tools, a broad new line of educational and entertainment multimedia products that create a new dimension in play and learning for preschoolers and families using their home PCs.

The new product line, unveiled for the first time at the Winter Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, combines the learning and fun expertise of Fisher-Price with the technical innovation of Compaq. Designed specifically for children ages 3-7 and their families, the Wonder Tools family includes three product categories: interactive computer toys, preschool- appropriate peripherals, and stand-alone software titles for children and families. Wonder Tools products are designed to be used with any Windows-based PC, and are scheduled to be available in the United States during the second half of 1996.

"Children and families are driving the computer-centered revolution and they represent the brightest chapter in the convergence of consumer electronics and computing," said Eckhard Pfeiffer, president and CEO of Compaq. "Together with Fisher-Price, Compaq is dedicated to expanding the role and importance of the home PC throughout our lives. Our joint effort with Fisher-Price further illustrates Compaq's evolution to a broad-based computer company -- meeting the needs of everyone from preschoolers and their families to the world's largest corporations."

Compaq and Fisher-Price recently joined forces to design and manufacture products that provide an engaging way for young children to harness the power of multimedia PCs to learn and play. A special Wonder Tools Team, made up of Compaq and Fisher-Price designers, engineers, education specialists and marketing professionals worked with children, parents and education experts to create the new line. The products have been extensively tested for educational and play value at both Fisher-Price's and Compaq's play labs and through focus group testing across the country.

"No one knows fun and learning better than Fisher-Price. No one knows PCs better than Compaq," said Byron Davis, president and CEO of Fisher- Price. "Our partnership with Compaq will enable Fisher-Price to take toys to a new level of excitement and learning potential."

The affordable line of Wonder Tools products will be available in the United States through leading PC and toy retailers including traditional computer superstores, mass merchandisers, consumer electronics stores, and a number of toy stores, including Toys R Us. The first products announced in the Wonder Tools family include:

THE WONDER TOOLS CRUISER

The Wonder Tools Cruiser is a unique, brightly colored driving themed toy, complete with steering wheel, throttle, horn and "radio stations." It allows children to navigate through specially created software adventures and interact with fascinating characters, unscramble alphabet picture puzzles, sort through a spaceship scrap yard and even invent and assemble toys. The Wonder Tools Cruiser has been designed to improve memory, develop fine motor skills, sharpen problem solving skills and fine-tune decision making capabilities. By replacing the standard point and click of a mouse with a steering wheel and joystick, children are truly in control of their multimedia adventure.

The Wonder Tools Cruiser features a steering wheel that allows children to literally drive through the adventure; a horn to clear obstacles from the child's path; and a dial to select from three radio stations, turn on the wipers, flash the headlights and choose various difficulty levels. There's even an ignition key to start the vehicle; a throttle to go fast or slow, forward, reverse or stop; a joystick to select objects and move things; an interactive coin slot to pay "tolls" and practice counting; and multi-colored buttons for making choices and learning colors.

The Wonder Tools Cruiser will carry an estimated retail price of approximately $150 which includes one software title, "Spruce Squirrel's Hiccup Mix-up," that takes children on an adventure that explores three fun worlds: land, sea and space. Compaq and Fisher-Price are currently developing additional software adventures for the Wonder Tools Cruiser which are expected to be available in the fourth quarter of 1996.

WONDER TOOLS KEYBOARD

The Wonder Tools Keyboard features a combination of hardware and software that creates an exclusive children's environment that makes the computer easier and more fun for youngsters. It was specifically designed by Compaq and Fisher-Price to meet the needs of preschoolers.

The Wonder Tools Keyboard is a fully functioning keyboard and mouse that works with all industry standard PCs and software, and is designed specifically to be preschool-appropriate and preschool-friendly so that children can interact with the home PC on their level. The keyboard features over-sized keys and numbers, a finger mouse for pointing and clicking, and special function buttons for quick and easy ways to snap a picture of a scene, get help from characters, and get to the home screen and exit the program.

The Wonder Tools Keyboard includes one software title that provides easy access to other children's programs, safety features that protect parents' files, and other activities that let kids have fun while they are learning to use the computer. The Wonder Tools Keyboard and software is expected to be priced at approximately $130 and scheduled to be available in the summer of 1996.

NEW INTERACTIVE SOFTWARE TITLES FROM WONDER TOOLS

Compaq and Fisher-Price have also created stand-alone interactive software titles for children and families that can be used with any Windows-based multimedia PC and keyboard.

Rounding out the preschool PC experience, the Wonder Tools line offers a series of CD- ROM titles that help children explore a variety of fun and educational topics, including arts and crafts, storymaking and the alphabet. The titles, scheduled to be available in the fall, include "Cyber Grannies," "Over in the Meadow," and "Wacky Jacks -- The Family Edition."

Compaq and Fisher-Price are also currently developing a series of family-oriented software titles that will provide parents with information on activities and topics related to families and raising children.

CORPORATE BACKGROUNDS

Awholly-owned subsidiary of Mattel, Inc. since 1993, Fisher-Price, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of toys and children's products. The company was founded in 1930 and enjoys a reputation for designing and manufacturing high-quality, imaginative toys for infants and preschoolers, as well as innovative children's products such as video monitors and strollers.

Mattel, Inc. is a worldwide leader in the design, manufacture and marketing of children's toys. With headquarters in El Segundo, Calif., Mattel has offices and facilities in 36 countries and sells its products in more than 140 nations throughout the world.

Compaq Computer Corporation is the world's largest supplier of personal computers, offering desktop PCs, portable PCs, servers and options. Founded in 1982, the company reported 1994 worldwide sales of $10.9 billion. Compaq products are sold and supported in more than 100 countries throughout the world. Compaq also sells products directly to customers through Compaq Direct Plus at 1-800-888-5858. Compaq provides 24-hour customer support and can be reached through the Compaq forums on America Online, CompuServe, Internet (http://www.compaq.com), and Prodigy, or by calling 1-800-345-1518.

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For further editorial information, contact:

COMPAQ COMPUTER CORPORATION

-Mike Berman, Brian Temple:  713/514-0484

MILLER/SHANDWICK TECHNOLOGIES

-Cheryl Delgreco, Matt Lloyd, mlloyd@millercom.com:  617/536-0470

FISHER-PRICE

-Laurie Strong:  716/687-3395

SHANDWICK/USA

-Kristi Kovalak, Tosha Whitten:  404/653-8779

-James Korenchen:   212/420-8100

All prices listed herein are estimated U.S. retail prices; actual prices may vary.


New DEC Starion PCs with 150 & 166MHz Proc.
DIGITAL SETS THE PACE FOR HOME COMPUTING WITH NEW STARION PCS AND HIGH-POWERED INTEL 150 AND 166MHz PROCESSORS

Introduces Top-of-the-Line Starion 950 and 960 PCs for Family and Home-Office Consumers...

MAYNARD, Mass., January 4, 1996 -- Digital Equipment Corporation today became one of the first computer makers to ship retail PCs based on Intel's high-end processors for the home market, the Pentium 150 and 166 processors. Digital's new Starion 950 and 960 PCs combine the lightning speed of Intel Pentium 150MHz or 166MHz processors, the market's premier home-theater-quality sound, and top-of-the-line features aimed to please the cutting-edge consumer.

"The Starion 950 and 960 PCs shatter the speed limit for home computing," said Howard Elias, vice president, Desktop and Mobile Product Lines for Digital's Personal Computer Business Unit. "Digital has paired state-of-the-art Pentium processors with Starion's state-of-the-art sound for the consumer market. These new models are feature-packed multimedia PCs for the home computing enthusiast or the home office entrepreneur -- anyone looking for a PC built to go the distance."

"Digital has consistently been out in front with features that matter to consumers," said Rod Keller, the Personal Computer Business Unit's vice president of consumer products for the Americas. "Our new Starion 950 and 960 models have plenty of muscle to run horsepower-hungry multimedia titles and games."

Starion 950 and 960 PCs: Multimedia Powerhouses

Based on high-powered Pentium 150MHz or 166MHz processors, the new Starion 950 and 960 PCs pump up the speed and excitement of popular multimedia CDs and games. They complete the multimedia experience with the Starion PC's unmatched sound system, treating consumers to the same clear highs and vibrant lows they experience in music and in movies. The sound system features JBL satellite speakers, 16-bit audio with wavetable, and 3D surround sound.

Both the Starion 950 and 960 models offer top-speed access to the Internet and popular online services with a 28.8 Kbps data/fax modem. For managing home office or family communications needs, these full-featured models include a built-in answering machine with professional-quality voicemail and full-duplex, hands-free speakerphone.

Like all current Starion PCs, these newest models sport a quad-speed CD-ROM drive, pre-loaded Windows 95, and a suite of best-selling home software, including popular Microsoft titles.

Both the 150MHz-based Starion 950 and the 166MHz-based Starion 960 PCs come equipped with 16MB of memory, a large 1.6GB hard drive, and 64-bit graphics. Expected street prices are $2,999 and $3,199, respectively. They offer a choice of 15-inch (13.8 inches viewable) or 17-inch (15.8 inches viewable) SVGA flat-screen, anti-glare monitors. Expected street prices for the monitors are $399 and $749, respectively.

For the location of the nearest Starion retailer, call 1-800-216-8115, or visit Digital on the World Wide Web at http://www.pc.digital.com

World-Class Service and Support

Digital's Starion products are backed by a three-year limited warranty and a worldwide service and support network. The warranty includes one year of on-site service. (Note 1)

Digital has more than 22,000 service professionals worldwide, including 800 Microsoft Certified professionals, and 5,000 support professionals trained on Microsoft products, including Windows, Windows 95, Windows NT, and a variety of other software products.

Digital Equipment Corporation is the world's leader in open client/server solutions from personal computers to integrated worldwide information systems. Digital's Intel and Alpha platforms, storage, networking, software and services, together with industry- focused solutions from business partners, help organizations compete and win in today's global marketplace.

Note 1: Digital monitors and Digital options are warranted separately. The first-year on-site service is available in most areas. Some components in the first year of on-site service are covered under a customer-replaceable unit program.


Dell Optiplex & Dimension PCs w/New Proc's
DELL INTRODUCES OPTIPLEX AND DELL DIMENSION PCS BASED ON NEW INTEL PROCESSORS

AUSTIN, TEXAS, JAN. 4, 1996 -- Dell Computer Corporation (Nasdaq: DELL) introduced four desktop PCs based on the newest and fastest Pentium" microprocessors announced today by Intel Corporation. The new 150- and 166-megahertz (MHz) Pentium processors are now available on these PCs from Dell's OptiPlex line, designed for large corporate and government customers, and from the Dell Dimension line, designed to offer small and mid-sized businesses the latest technology at an attractive price.

The new Dell PCs include:

THE OPTIPLEX GX5150 &AMP; OPTIPLEX GX5166 -- The GX offers both new Pentium processors with integrated networking from 3Com Corporation, sound from Creative Labs and full-motion video capabilities from S3 Corporation. The OptiPlex GX5150 (150 MHz) and GX5166 (166 MHz) come standard with eight megabytes (MB) of extended data out (EDO) memory, a 540MB hard drive, 256 kilobytes (KB) pipeline burst cache and a high-resolution color monitor. The GX5150 price starts at $2,650 and the GX5166 starts at $2,750.

THE OPTIPLEX DGX5166 - Dell's high-performance desktop workstation provides single or dual processing capabilities with the new 166 MHz Pentium processor. This combination offers users superior performance and true scalability. The OptiPlex DGX5166 comes standard with 16MB EDO memory, a one gigabyte (GB) SCSI hard drive, 256K cache, 2MB video memory, Integrated SCSI, EISA BUS and a color high-resolution monitor with a starting price of $4,395.

DELL INTRODUCES OPTIPLEX AND DELL DIMENSION PCS

THE DELL DIMENSION XPS P166C - The new system combines Intel's new 166MHz Pentium processor with the same high-performance features and value pricing that have distinguished the Dell Dimension product line in numerous industry awards. In PC Magazine's Dec. 5, 1995 comparative review of 83 systems, Dell Dimension products earned both of the two "Editor's Choice" awards that were given by the magazine. A fully-configured P166c system comes with 16MB of EDO memory, 256K pipeline burst cache, a 15LS (13.75 inch viewable) color monitor, a 64-bit 2MB DRAM video card, a 1GB hard drive and a 4X CD-ROM for a starting price of $2,649. A more advanced configuration with 16MB EDO memory, 512K pipeline burst cache, 2GB hard drive, a 17LS (15.75 inch viewable) color monitor and a 6X CD-ROM is priced starting at $3,479.

The new systems are available immediately, with the exception of the OptiPlex DGX system, which is expected to begin shipping later this month. All systems priced above include a three-year extended, limited warranty.

"The quick delivery of Pentium 150- and 166-based PCs is the latest example of the strength of Dell's direct business model," said Eric Harslem, senior vice president of Dell Product Group. "The fast-to-market technology transition is a high priority for our corporate, government and small-business customers who account for more than 90 percent of Dell's sales. These customers need fast access to new technology to reduce the lifecycle costs of their computing products."

A Fortune 500 company, Dell Computer Corporation is the world's leading direct marketer of computer systems and one of the largest computer system manufacturers in the world, based on revenues of $4.8 billion for the past four quarters. Dell designs and customizes products and services to end-user requirements, and offers an extensive selection of peripherals and software through the DellWare program. Information on Dell and its products can be obtained through its toll-free number, 1-800-BUY-DELL (1-800-289-3355) or by accessing the Dell World Wide Web server at http://www.dell.com/.


Dataware Acquires Ledge Multimedia
Dataware Technologies Acquires Ledge Multimedia

Anticipates exciting products for CD/Internet combinations

CAMBRIDGE, MA, JANUARY 3, 1996 -- Dataware Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: DWTI) today announced the acquisition of Ledge Multimedia, Inc., a Cambridge, MA-based multimedia services and software company. The transaction was a tax-free merger in which Dataware issued 110,000 shares in exchange for one hundred percent of the outstanding shares of Ledge. It will be accounted for as a pooling-of-interests.

Ledge Multimedia specializes in the development of high-end, custom multimedia applications for clients such as Houghton Mifflin, IVI Publishing, Microsoft, Philips Media, public television station WGBH- Boston, Ziff-Davis Publishing, and others. Ledge owns a wide range of proprietary software tools and processes for high performance multimedia product development. Products developed by Ledge include the Mayo Clinic Sports Health & Fitness CD-ROM, Ziff's PC Magazine CD, Surround Video Demo for Microsoft, This Old House CD from WGBH and numerous corporate and publishing projects.

Ledge recently unveiled the GutenbergII multimedia magazine publishing system at the Folio/Magazine Publishers of America Show in New York. Based a suite of proprietary tools and production pathways, GutenbergII allows publishers to develop and release high production value, low cost, serialized multimedia products, such as multimedia magazines. Using its unique CD-to-Web features, GutenbergII users can access broadband video, animation and high-end graphics from the CD-ROM while "drilling down" to specific Internet websites for up-to-date information.

"The Ledge acquisition is consistent with our strategy of providing complete software and services solutions to our electronic publishing customers," said Kurt Mueller, Dataware's chairman and chief executive officer. "Like Dataware, Ledge has an excellent reputation for delivering the highest quality results for customers. We are particularly excited by our combined ability to deliver high-end CD/Internet services and products such as GutenbergII. This capability will be increasingly important to many information providers, such as magazine and newspaper publishers, catalogue publishers, advertising agencies and corporate communications departments."

David Potts, vice president of business development for Ledge, said, "By combining Ledge's creative and multimedia delivery talents with Dataware's marketing, sales and financial strengths, we intend to create exciting new growth opportunities for the combined company. The hottest areas initially will be in combined Internet / CD applications."

Founded in 1992 by Keith Lehman, David Potts and Michael Edge, Ledge Multimedia has grown into one of the best-known, independent multimedia software developers in the U.S.

Founded in 1988, Dataware Technologies (NASDAQ:DWTI) is a leading international developer and marketer of software and services for electronic information providers. Dataware's high-performance, multi- platform and multi-lingual software and services enable customers -- including publishers, corporations, government agencies, law firms and universities -- to manage and distribute information on CD-ROM and online. Today, Dataware's software is used by more than 1,700 organizations worldwide. In May 1995, Dataware Technologies was selected one of Inc. Magazine's 100 Fastest-Growing Small Public Companies for the second consecutive year.


Animated Cursor Schemes for Win95 WWW Site
The, "Animated Cursor Schemes for Windows '95" World Wide Web site is now active at the following URL:

    <URL: http://www.islandnet.com/~wwseb/cursors.htm>

The only site on the Internet devoted exclusively to creating original animated cursor schemes for the Windows '95 mouse pointer!

What is an "animated cursor scheme?"

An "animated cursor scheme" follows a particular desktop theme for mouse pointers.

In the case of "Bugs on My Desktop!," for example, that theme is insects. Instead of a plain arrow for a mouse pointer, this cursor would be replaced with a "Nine-spotted Ladybug Beetle." Each desktop task, vertical resize, horizontal resize, text select, etc., all have their own insect cursors. Each one is different!

In total, each scheme comprises 14 cursors, 2 of which are usually animated. All of the cursor sets on this WWW site follow Microsoft Corporation's original configuration for the Windows '95 mouse pointer.

The latest artistic rendering on our WWW site is, "Bugs on My Desktop!" version 1.1.

This scheme includes detailed renderings of the Nine-spotted Ladybug Beetle, Two-spotted Stink Bug, Goldenrod Spider, Eight-spotted Forester, Biting Stable Fly, Giant Swallowtail, Green Valley Grasshopper and more!

There are 14 cursors in total, 2 of which are animated. In, "Bugs on My Desktop!" the Stink Bug releases a foul liquid onto your desktop. It's really quite amusing.

There are also several other schemes for users to download for a trial period of 7 days, at which time they are asked to register.

These are: The Bees!, The Horror!, A Backpacker's Cursors, Original Boy Scout Cursors and Kriss Kringle's Christmas Cursors.

All of the cursor schemes are shareware. $4.95(US) each to register.

Lastly, many of the animated cursor schemes appearing on this WWW site have been selected for inclusion onto a new CD-ROM that will accompany the latest version of the best-selling book, "Windows '95 Secrets." Published by IDG Books Worldwide Inc., and authored by Brian Livingston and Davis Straub, the 3rd edition of, "Windows '95 Secrets," is expected to be released in the Spring of 1996.

Thank-you very much,

Franjo Goluza,

Animated Cursor Scheme Artist and WWW site maintainer.


Support Services Conference & Expo
International Help Desk Conference & Expo Becomes Support Services Conference & Expo

NAME CHANGE REFLECTS EXPANDING INDUSTRY

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO --(JANUARY 2, 1996)--Help Desk Institute (HDI) has been defining and driving an expanding industry since the birth of the International Help Desk Conference & Expo in 1989. Recognizing the changing face of the industry, HDI has renamed the event the Support Services Conference & Expo, in addition to expanding its conference offerings. According to Dataquest, an independent research company, the software services market is predicted to grow from $50 billion in 1995 to $79 billion in 1999, a 38 percent increase. Taking place in Reno, NV, on March 11-14, 1996, the expanded Support Services Conference & Expo attracts 6,000 support services professionals to the educational Conference, the exhibits of over 150 companies and the interactive trade show floor.

The Support Services Conference & Expo has expanded its offerings in several ways. For example, HDI has broadened the number of forums offered. The Conference is organized into eight forums, each one addressing the concerns of specific support areas. Forums are: Support Managers' Forum, Network Support Forum, Support Technology Forum, Executive Issues Forum, Operation Start-Up, After-Sale Support Forum, Technical Skills Forum, and Professional Development Forum. HDI has also increased the number of break-out sessions offered to over 150 break-out sessions in this year's Conference offerings.

Keynote presentations include: Daniel Burrus, President, Burrus Research Associates, Inc.; Fran Solomon, Senior Vice "Empress," Playfair, Inc.; Patrick Bultema, Chairman, Help Desk Institute; and Les Brown, founder of Les Brown Unlimited Inc.

The Support Services expo continues to be the largest support and services expo in the world-the 1996 Support Services expo in Reno promises over 150 product and service providers. Plus, HDI has increased the number of Model Support Centers presented at the show. The interactive show floor is brought to life through these Model Support Center offerings. These Centers allow attendees to "test drive" different combinations of support tools, technologies and accessories.

Bendata's Model Support Center will showcase the latest version of HEAT for Windows Professional Edition. Quintus Corporation will demonstrate the Quintus Solution for enterprise customer information managers. Applix, Inc. (formerly Target Systems) offers Target Enterprise, a suite of integrated software solutions designed to automate all aspects of the support operation. Remedy's Center integrates with the Internet and World Wide Web, email, systems and database management platforms. Software Artistry will provide direct access to its support solutions. Astea will display its next generation of Power Help, its client/server based software system for customer support in help desk environments.

In addition, HDI has added an Epic 2001 display, sponsored by MCI. This Enhanced Productivity Information Center offers a unique glimpse into the future of support services tools and technologies. The Support Services expo also features Fast-Track presentations, live product demonstrations hosted by vendors on the show floor.

Help Desk Institute (HDI), located in Colorado Springs, CO, is the largest association for support services professionals in the world. HDI provides training events throughout North America, consulting services, research reports, survey reports, and other industry publications and a worldwide networking forum for support services professionals. Founded in 1989, HDI has more than 5,000 members worldwide and 53 local chapters in the United States and Canada.

HDI is located at 1755 Telstar Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80920.

Telephone 800-248-5667, 719-531-5138, http://www.HelpDeskInst.com


IBM Cuts Internet Access Prices in USA
IBM Cuts Internet Access Prices in the United States;

Corporate Internet Dial Services Also Announced

WHITE PLAINS, NY, JANUARY 4, 1996 ... IBM today announced that three new Internet Connection dial access service plans are now available in the United States.  Also available is a new corporate dial access service in the U.S.

The three new pricing plans for IBM Internet Connection service in the U.S. are:

                  Monthly Charge    Hours Included    Additional Hours

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Entry Plan               $4.95               3              $2.50/hour

Standard Plan           $12.95              10              $1.95/hour

Comprehensive Plan      $29.95              30              $1.95/hour

In addition, the $19.95 registration fee of previous plans has been eliminated. The $6 per hour fee for "800" dial access remains in effect.

Also now available is a corporate dial service for the IBM Internet Connection. This service allows corporate professionals, including travelers, to access applications that reside on TCP/IP hosts connected to the Internet , and to be invoiced through their standard account with Advantis, the U.S. provider of the IBM Global Network.

The service also includes an Internet Connection corporate access kit for Windows**, which contains a dialer, TCP/IP software, an Internet mail client and World Wide Web browser, as well as use of Internet applications that are part of IBM OS/2* and its BonusPak.

The IBM Internet Connection service is provided by the IBM Global Network and offers more than 350 local access points in the U.S. including support for V.34 with dial access speeds up to 28.8 Kbps. Worldwide, IBM provides more than 500 local access points in nearly 40 countries.

The IBM Global Network is one of the world's largest integrated suppliers of data, voice and video services, serving more than 25,000 customer enterprises in 850 cities and 100 countries.


Intel Raises Pentium Performance to 166 MHz
Intel Raises Pentium Processor Performance to 166 MHz

Systems Based on 150- and 166-MHz Processors Widely Available Now

SANTA CLARA, CALIF. -- Jan. 4, 1996 -- Intel Corporation today announced immediate availability of the highest performing new products in its mainstream Pentium" processor line, the 150- and 166-MHz Pentium processors. These new chips owe their performance to Intel's advanced 3.3-volt, 0.35 micron manufacturing process technology. Intel's high-volume manufacturing capability will make it possible for system vendors to offer a variety of attractively priced configurations immediately, including products in the retail market segment.

"With the introduction of the 150- and 166-MHz Pentium processors, users who want to experience the full capabilities of Windows* 95 and multimedia-rich software will have the best performance available today at their fingertips," said G. Carl Everett, senior vice president, Desktop Products Group. "System vendors are starting this year with the greatest choices of high-performance systems for users, and with ease-of-use increasingly built into hardware and software, we expect PCs to make further inroads as a consumer product."

Everett also said that while the recently introduced Pentium Pro processor will be offered in workstations, advanced desktops and servers, fast Pentium processor-based systems will remain the ideal choice for mainstream business and home computing, where Windows 95 and Windows 3.1 prevail. He added that the immediate high volume availability of the 150- and 166-MHz Pentium processors will enable systems based on the 133-MHz Pentium processor to move to the high volume mainstream, and 100- and 120-MHz Pentium processors to occupy the entry level for systems by mid-1996.

The 166-MHz Pentium processor delivers 4.76 SPECint95* of performance, and 3.37 SPECfp95* of performance. The 150-MHz Pentium processor delivers 4.27 SPECint95 of performance, and 3.04 SPECfp95 of performance. SPEC is a widely used processor benchmark.

In 1,000-unit quantities, the 150-MHz Pentium processor is priced at $547 (US), while the 166-MHz Pentium processor is priced at $749 (US). For pricing and availability outside the United States, contact a regional Intel sales office. Phone numbers are listed in the Worldwide Customer Information and Support Network.

Intel, the world's largest chip maker, is also a leading manufacturer of personal computer, networking and communications products.


Intergraph High-Performance 3D Workstations
Intergraph High-Performance 3D Workstations Added to NAVSEA CAD-2, Facilities CAD-2, and NAVAIR/SPAWAR CAD-2 Contracts

HUNTSVILLE, ALA., JANUARY 2, 1996 -- Intergraph Corporation announced today that the U.S. Navy has added Intergraph's new series of TDZ high-performance, 3D graphics workstations to the NAVSEA, NAVAIR/SPAWAR, and Facilities CAD-2 contracts. The Intergraph TDZ workstations are the computer industry's first implementation of multiple Intel Pentium Pro processors in an interactive 3D graphics workstation. Loaded with Microsoft's Windows NT operating system and running OpenGL graphics accelerators, the TDZ systems provide graphics and technical users with 3D graphics desktop workstations that have more processing power and software available than comparable RISC-based UNIX systems.

The CAD-2 contracts offer the TDZ-300 desktop workstation with a single 200 MHz Pentium Pro processor and Intergraph's GLZ1, GLZ1T, or GLZ2 graphics processor. Available from less than $10,000, the TDZ-300 is equipped with 32MB of memory, a 1GB disk drive, CD-ROM and a PCMCIA interface. The CAD-2 contracts also include Intergraph's TDZ-400 desktop or deskside workstations with dual 200 MHz Pentium Pro processors and Intergraph's GLZ1T, GLZ2, GLZ5 or GLZ6 graphics processor. The TDZ-400 is equipped with 64MB of memory, a 2GB disk drive, CD-ROM and a PCMCIA interface. In addition to the Windows NT operating system, the multimedia-ready TDZs are preloaded with plotting software and prepared for Ethernet connection.

"The Pentium Pro boosts system performance to levels that exceed all previous generations. With a comprehensive roster of graphics capabilities, coupled with hardware that accelerates graphics performance, the TDZ clearly proves the Pentium Pro has secured a position in the high-end 3D graphics workstation market," said Carl Everett, Senior Vice President of the Desktop Products Group, Intel Corporation.

"Intergraph's TDZ workstations are ideal for those using high performance graphics in visual computing, including 3D ship modeling, weapons systems simulation, and virtual reality applications," said Tom Baybrook, Intergraph Federal Systems Vice President of Marketing and CAD-2. "The new TDZ workstations take maximum advantage of the processing power of the Pentium Pro, built-in support for efficient multiprocessing, and industry leading OpenGL graphics accelerators, to offer a new level of price performance for users of complex graphics applications." In addition, Baybrook noted that "there is no better performing system for running the broad range of Windows NT and Windows 95 applications available today. High-end graphics users accustomed to the expensive prices of proprietary UNIX 3D graphics solutions now have a low-cost alternative."

THE CAD-2 PROGRAM

There are three components in the $1.2 billion CAD-2 program for the acquisition of computer-aided design, manufacturing and engineering (CAD/CAM/CAE) systems based on commercial off-theshelf technology: NAVSEA CAD-2, Facilities CAD-2, and NAVAIR/SPAWAR CAD-2. The first CAD-2 contract, from the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), was awarded to Intergraph in 1991 for engineering and design hardware, software, and services for applications such as ship modeling, overhaul, and repair. Intergraph was selected for the second CAD-2 award, Facilties CAD-2, in 1992 to provide computer-aided design and more engineering (CAD/CAE) systems for architecture, engineering and construction (AEC), geographic information systems (GIS), and facilities management applications. The most recent CAD-2 contract, NAVAIR/SPAWAR CAD-2, was awarded in 1994 by the Naval Air Systems Command and Space and Naval Warfare Systems Command to Intergraph Corporation for computer- aided systems and services for electronic and mechanical design, manufacturing, and engineering (CAD/CAM/CAE) in aeronautical and aerospace applications.

The CAD-2 contracts enable Federal buyers to purchase a Technical Desktop workstation, taking advantage of Microsoft Windows NT capability to integrate technical and business applications in a single system for maximum productivity.

An agreement with the Department of Defense enables all branches of the U.S. military to buy from the CAD-2 contracts. Civilian Federal agencies, such as the Department of Commerce, the Department of Energy and the Environmental Protection Agency, also may buy from the Facilities CAD-2 contract.

INTERGRAPH BACKGROUND INFORMATION

A member of the Fortune 1000, Intergraph Corporation (Huntsville, Ala.) is the world's largest company dedicated to supplying interactive computer graphics systems. Products range from point solutions, meeting individual and departmental needs, to integrated, enterprise- wide systems. Noted for delivering interoperable systems and applications, Intergraph bases its products on Windows, Windows NT, and UNIX operating systems. The company has five business units:

INTERGRAPH COMPUTER SYSTEMS develops and markets Intergraph hardware products, including personal workstations and servers. INTERGRAPH SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS (ISS) develops and markets integrated software for the Technical Desktop - the combination of compatible technical applications and personal productivity tools in a single desktop computer. Technical applications include computer-aided design, engineering, analysis, manufacturing, publishing and earth sciences. ISS also provides core system software, high-end applications, and training, consulting, and implementation services. INTERGRAPH FEDERAL SYSTEMS markets commercial off-the-shelf products and services, and specially- developed products, to governments worldwide. INTERGRAPH ELECTRONICS develops and markets a complete suite of Electronic Design Automation (EDA) software tools for design capture, simulation, synthesis, layout, and verification/analysis. INTERGRAPH PUBLIC SAFETY develops, markets and implements computer-aided dispatch systems for public safety agencies around the world.


VR Golf '96 for PlayStation, Saturn & PC
VR GOLF '96 IS A HOLE-IN-ONE IN EVERY PERSPECTIVE FROM TEE TO GREEN

January 5, 1996 -- Irvine, CA -- VR Sports, maker of a complete line of interactive sports games, announced today the release of VR Golf '96 in April for Sony PlayStation, with the SEGA Saturn and PC CD ROM versions releasing in July. VR Golf '96 puts you on the greens like no other interactive sports game in the category. VR Golf '96 lets gamers play golf in a real time 3-D world through VR Sports' new Virtual FieldVision technology. Golfers will notice a real difference with VR Golf '96, including faster game play because there is less set- up time between shots as a result of Virtual FieldVision.

All the nuances and strategies of golf from club selection and specialty shots like fades and dog legs to real chipping, driving and putting have been built into VR Golf '96, making it the standard for golf simulations. Using Interactive Motion Technology, real captured motion from golfing professionals are incorporated into the game. Other features include a unique easy-play format with all of the golfing skills at your finger tips, accessible through a simple screen interface. There are multi-player options, fully customized players, and club selection. Shot tracking and follow-the-ball replay from 10 different angles are available. Save game options can be used to show a player's improvement.

"This is the finest golf simulation to play and features the most beautiful 3D courses I have ever seen," said Matt Findley, VR Sports' director of sports development. "I play this golf simulation all the time because it is very addicting."

Virtual FieldVision is featured in VR Golf '96, allowing players to play within a true 360 real-time 3D environment. The multiple camera angles and spectacular 3D scenery creates some of the most beautiful courses to play. With up to three views on- screen, VR Golf '96 sets an impressive standard for golfing sims which may improve a player's game both on and off the green.

Since 1984, U.K. based Gremlin Interactive has been an award-winning developer and publisher of home interactive software for a variety of computer and console systems. Using only the most up-to-date technology and available equipment such as the in-house motion capture studio, Gremlin is presently developing titles for PC CD-ROM, Sony PlayStation, SEGA Saturn and other consoles. Gremlin Interactive titles include Slipstream 5000, Jungle Strike and Desert Strike on various platforms, the European mega-hits Zool and Zool 2, and the Top Gear series.

VR Sports, the sports division of Interplay Productions, is developer and publisher of state-of-the-art realistic sports software for both game console systems and personal computers. VR Sports uses the most advanced technology available. The difference is real. VR Sports is releasing VR Soccer '96, VR Golf '96 and VR Baseball '96 in the first quarter of 1996 for SEGA Saturn, Sony PlayStation and IBM and 100% compatible computers. More comprehensive information on VR Sports, Interplay and its products is available through the company's worldwide web site at http://www.interplay.com.

Interplay Productions, 17922 Fitch Ave, Irvine, CA 92714

714-553-6655, Fax: 714-252-2820


VR Soccer '96 Kicks Off The Season
VR SPORTS KICKS OFF THE SEASON WITH VR SOCCER '96 HEADING FOR THE GOAL

January 5, 1996 -- Irvine, CA -- VR Sports, maker of the next generation of interactive sports games, announced today that VR Soccer '96 will be the first game to kick off the anticipated launch of the state-of-the-art VR Sports brand. VR Soccer '96 will be released on the PC CD-ROM and Sony PlayStation in April, while the SEGA Saturn version will be launched shortly after this time.

Using Virtual FieldVision, gamers will be able to play soccer from virtually any perspective (even first-person) or position on the field in real time. In essence, gamers will be able to put themselves in the game and play against the pros or their friends. There are no limits to a gamer's field of vision, since Virtual FieldVision creates a full 360 3D environment. Camera angles can be changed easily with a seamless shift in perspective to view the action from any position. The PC CD-ROM version has 20-player network capability.

"VR Soccer '96 screams on the PC and is the fastest sports game ever," said Matt Findley, VR Sports' director of development. "I never thought playing a soccer simulation could appeal to my appetite for sports. VR Soccer '96 has made me a soccer fan."

VR Soccer '96 features real captured motion from professional soccer players. Using Interactive Motion Technology, player motions were captured creating a truly breathtaking soccer experience. Gamers will experience a noticeable difference in game play. VR Soccer '96 enables fluid movement for gamers and eliminates the choppy movements of current sprite-based interactive sports software.

"The first-person perspective of VR Soccer '96 really puts you in the game, you become immersed and almost feel every kick and every tackle," said Paul Sackman, VR Sports'director of marketing. "VR Sports is dedicated to creating state-of-the-art software that enhances the emotional involvement fans have with sports by putting every gamer in the experience and thrill of playing in an actual game."

VR Sports will release VR Golf '96 and VR Baseball '96 in April to complete the spring line-up.

Since 1984, U.K. based Gremlin Interactive has been an award-winning developer and publisher of home interactive software for a variety of computer and console systems. Using only the most up-to-date technology and available equipment such as the in-house motion capture studio, Gremlin is presently developing titles for PC CD-ROM, Sony PlayStation, SEGA Saturn and other consoles. Gremlin Interactive titles include Slipstream 5000, Jungle Strike and Desert Strike on various platforms, the European mega-hits Zool and Zool 2, and the Top Gear series.

VR Sports, the sports division of Interplay Productions, is developer and publisher of state-of-the-art realistic sports software for both game console systems and personal computers. VR Sports uses the most advanced technology available. The difference is real. VR Sports is releasing VR Soccer '96, VR Golf '96 and VR Baseball '96 in the first quarter of 1996 for SEGA Saturn, Sony PlayStation and IBM and 100% compatible computers.

Interplay Productions, 17922 Fitch Ave, Irvine, CA 92714

714-553-6655, Fax: 714-252-2820


Interplay Announces Line-up of PC Titles
NORMALITY TOPS THE LIST OF TITLES ANNOUNCED FOR RELEASE BY INTERPLAY IN 1996

(Blood & Magic and Kingdom 2: Shadoan Also Announced at Winter CES)

January 5, 1996 -- Irvine, Calif.-- Interplay Productions announced today their line-up of PC titles due out in the first half of 1996 at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. The scheduled line-up includes quality titles that run the gamut of gaming entertainment. Interplay has a wide diversity of innovative software titles that appeal to a variety of tastes and ages. Normality, Blood & Magic and Kingdom 2: Shadoan are among the titles to be released in the first half of 1996 by Interplay.

Normality is a original adventure game which uses a unique 3-D engine to create a truly realistic world where the player encounters and interacts with characters on a puzzle-solving quest. The player is just out of jail, down on his luck and living in the shadow of the law. To make matters worse, the player is trapped in his apartment and the Norm-troopers are camped outside the front door. Welcome to Normality and life in Neutropolis, where something strange has been happening. The population is lifeless and anything remotely fun has been stamped out of existence. The player's goal: to escape from the apartment, track down the goons who are sucking the life out of the city and make Neutropolis a place where any "normal" person would want to live.

Normality contains over 100 motion-captured animation sequences which bring the characters in Normality to life while rendered cut scenes provide ambiance and a touch of humor in a world known only as Normality.

The first real-time strategy game from Interplay's Advanced Dungeons & Dragons (AD&D) series, Blood & Magic is set in the Forgotten Realms world, where the epic battle between evil and good is played out through a wide range of characters and ever-changing scenarios. The player must utilize the legendary characters from the Forgotten Realms to aid his conquest in this epic adventure. A unique transformation feature allows the player to advance the strength of his army from mere Acolytes to powerful Warriors and Wraiths. Epic battles, character transformation and the exploration of new realms combine to create a continuing challenge in the race to achieve victory by capturing the enemies' homeland. Blood and Magic is filled with clear graphics, beautiful animation and interactive landscapes which provide the player with hours of exploration and adventure.

An animated family adventure filled with rich storytelling in a wondrous world of magic and danger, Kingdom 2: Shadoan continues the quest begun in Kingdom: The Far Reaches. Intriguing puzzles, an original soundtrack and spectacular hand-drawn animations rendered in state- of-the-art full-motion video combine together to create an amazing multi-media experience suitable for the entire family. Multiple levels of difficulty ensure that both beginners and advanced players will find an exciting and challenging quest at every turn. Kingdom 2: Shadoan is a non-linear game that allows the player to explore and discover countless locations in a truly interactive land that will enchant the entire family.

Other titles scheduled for release in the first half of 1996 included: Conquest Of The New World, Descent II, Dragon Dice, Pete Townshend Presents Tommy: The Interactive Adventure, and Whiplash.

Founded in 1983, Interplay Productions is a company dedicated to manufacturing and distributing a wide range of award-winning entertainment and educational software designed by gamers, for gamers. Interplay, MacPlay (the company's Macintosh division), VR Sports (the company's sports division) and its affiliates release products for IBM and compatibles, CD-ROM and Macintosh as well as leading console game platforms. In 1995, Interplay acquired Shiny Entertainment, makers of the world-wide hit video game Earthworm Jim. Interplay's OEM division represents over 250 titles from publishers including Davidson & Associates, Inc., Viacom New Media and Accolade to hardware manufacturers. Interplay titles include Descent, Cyberia, Virtual Pool, Dungeon Master II: The Legend Of Skullkeep, Stonekeep, Frankenstein: Through The Eyes Of The Monster and Loaded.

Interplay Productions, 17922 Fitch Ave, Irvine, CA 92714

714-553-6655, Fax: 714-252-2820


Interplay PlayStation Title - Loaded
INTERPLAY'S FIRST PLAYSTATION TITLE, LOADED HITS STORES IN TIME FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Highlights include a power-packed soundtrack featuring Pop Will Eat Itself!

Irvine, California Interplay Productions announced today the release of the highly-anticipated PlayStation title Loaded. This, the first PlayStation title from Interplay, features impressive game art designed by Greg Staples of 2000 A.D. and Judge Dredd fame, and is licensed by Interplay from leading U.K. publisher/developer Gremlin Interactive Ltd..

This galactic shoot-'em-up game debuts on the Sony PlayStation with a SEGA Saturn release set to hit stores in the second quarter of 1996. Loaded features a fantastic soundtrack featuring the hits "R.S.V.P." and "Kick to Kill" from the British music sensation Pop Will Eat Itself. The title's features also include unique "terrain morphing," two-player simultaneous action, armed combat, puzzle-solving/strategy elements, a colorful selection of characters, and a plethora of impressive blasts and explosions, all set in a vast adventure environment backed by a pulsating soundtrack.

"We anticipate a great response from PlayStation gamers. This is the game they have been waiting for!" explained Karen Schohan, console marketing manager for Interplay Productions. "With such intense game play, and great music from Pop Will Eat Itself, we are sure this will be at the top of gamers' wish lists."

Sony has backed the title by confirming the title's inclusion in their Sony PlayStation Sampler 1, where Loaded is featured as an interactive demo. This sampler will be packaged with the hardware, showcasing PlayStation games that boast the capabilities of their system. Interplay is the only third-party publisher with a title on the sampler.

Loaded, a contender for the number one position in the action game category, has also garnered widespread attention in game enthusiasts' magazines. The title has already appeared as the cover stories of four different magazines, and has already amassed several multi-paged magazine editorial in many others.

Since 1984, U.K. based Gremlin Interactive has been an award-winning developer and publisher of home interactive software for a variety of computer and console systems. Using only the most up-to-date technology and available equipment such as the in-house motion capture studio, Gremlin is presently developing titles for PC CD-ROM, Sony PlayStation, SEGA Saturn and other consoles. Gremlin Interactive titles include Slipstream 5000, Jungle Strike and Desert Strike on various platforms, the European mega-hits Zool and Zool 2, and the Top Gear series.

Founded in 1983, Interplay Productions is a company dedicated to manufacturing and distributing a wide range of award-winning entertainment and educational software designed by gamers, for gamers. Interplay, MacPlay (the company's Macintosh division), VR Sports (the company's sports division) and its affiliates release products for IBM and compatibles, CD-ROM and Macintosh as well as leading console game platforms. In 1995, Interplay acquired Shiny Entertainment, makers of the world-wide hit video game Earthworm Jim. Interplay's OEM division represents over 250 titles from publishers including Davidson & Associates, Inc., Viacom New Media and Accolade to hardware manufacturers. Interplay titles include Descent, Cyberia, Virtual Pool, Dungeon Master II: The Legend Of Skullkeep, Stonekeep, Frankenstein: Through The Eyes Of The Monster and Loaded.

Interplay Productions, 17922 Fitch Ave, Irvine, CA 92714

714-553-6655, Fax: 714-252-2820


Interplay Conquest of the New World
INTERPLAY ANNOUNCES STREET DATE FOR CONQUEST OF THE NEW WORLD AT WINTER CES

January 5, 1996 -- Irvine, California -- Interplay Productions announced today at the Winter Consumer Electronics Show (CES) the street date for Conquest Of The New World for IBM and 100% compatible systems. From the producers of the award-winning Castles and Castles II: Siege And Conquest, Conquest Of The New World is a strategy/action game as epic in its nature as the New World was to those first few explorers. Gamers will find Conquest Of The New World at retailers nationwide April 24, 1996.

"The exploration, discovery and conquest of America continues to hold the fascination and attention of gamers world-wide," commented Trish Wright, vice-president of marketing for Interplay. "With Conquest, gamers will experience first-hand the thrill of exploring, trading and doing battle in the new world."

In this turn-based game, an added element that sets Conquest apart from the competition is that players have the option to play via networks, e-mail or modem against up to six opponents. Players will duel it out in grand battles, discover rich lands to cultivate, and develop the resources necessary to create a world-power -- if their enemies don't get in the way. This eventful title is filled with outstanding graphics, digital music, rich gameplay and awesome sound that players have come to expect from a top-quality Interplay CD- ROM game.

Players will compete as either England, France, Spain, Holland, Portugal or the Native Americans in an attempt to conquer and colonize the new world. Strategy enthusiasts will enjoy the challenge as they choose their victory conditions and balance building, trade, politics and warfare in their own grand strategy.

Founded in 1983, Interplay Productions is a company dedicated to manufacturing and distributing a wide range of award-winning entertainment and educational software designed by gamers, for gamers. Interplay, MacPlay (the company's Macintosh division), VR Sports (the company's sports division) and its affiliates release products for IBM and compatibles, CD-ROM and Macintosh as well as leading console game platforms. In 1995, Interplay acquired Shiny Entertainment, makers of the world-wide hit video game Earthworm Jim. Interplay's OEM division represents over 250 titles from publishers including Davidson & Associates, Inc., Viacom New Media and Accolade to hardware manufacturers. Interplay titles include Descent, Cyberia, Virtual Pool, Dungeon Master II: The Legend Of Skullkeep, Stonekeep, Frankenstein: Through The Eyes Of The Monster and Loaded..

Interplay Productions, 17922 Fitch Ave, Irvine, CA 92714

714-553-6655, Fax: 714-252-2820


Casper for 32-bit Consoles in March
A HAUNTINGLY POPULAR FAVORITE, CASPER, MAKES AN APPEARANCE ON THE 32 BIT CONSOLES

January 5, 1996 -- Irvine, CA -- Interplay Productions and MCA/Universal Merchandising announced today that Casper will be appearing on the Sony PlayStation, SEGA Saturn, and 3DO platforms in March. Interplay will be using the actual voices from the hit movie Casper by Steven Spielberg's Amblin Entertainment, Universal Pictures and The Harvey Entertainment Company. Similar 3D character models from the movie will be featured in the video game.

"In conjuction with the launch of the Casper television series this February, we look forward to such innovative and entertaining products as Interplay Productions' new video game Casper," says Nancy Cushing-Jones, executive vice president of MCA/Universal Merchandising and president of MCA Publishing Rights. "The series will translate well to video game with its hilarious and offbeat game play for both kids and adults alike."

"If you're worried about aggressiveness in software titles, this is the game for the entire household to enjoy," said Karen Schohan, Interplay's marketing manager. "Casper is a must-have game for the next-generation game platforms."

Casper's appearance on the next-generation systems will create some unique and incredible game play. Casper will be able to fly, phase through doors, and funnel through vents. Casper will also have the translucent effect that was featured in the movie.

The game contains different puzzles to solve. Players can endlessly explore secret passageways and find hidden clues. Casper also contains hilarious sight gags and mixes in the comedic overtones with this cool and challenging action/strategy game that kids and adults alike will enjoy. Gamers explore Whipstaff Manor searching for pieces of the Lazarus Machine that has been dismantled and hidden in various places. During the search, gamers will encounter many of the familiar characters in the movie and find lost pieces of the Lazarus Machine that will transfer Casper back to the land of the living.

The all new animated series will begin this February on the Fox Kids Network from Universal Television and the Harvey Entertainment Company. The series will feature new Casper adventures that will be offbeat, funny, irrreverent and unpredictable. With over 50 years of brand recognition, Casper was re-introduced this summer in the blockbuster feature film and recent successful home video release. Story editing of the animated television series is by Sherri Stoner, one of the writers of the feature film Casper. Casper will be joined by the irrepressible ghostly trio, Stretch, Stinkie and Fatso, his "fleshie" friends Kat and Dr. Harvey, and lots of new ghostly guests.

MCA/Universal Merchandising, Inc. licenses and markets propertiers worldwide on behalf of Universal Pictures, Universal Television, as well as third parties. MCA INC. is a unit of the Seagram Company Ltd., a global beverage and entertainment/communications company.

Founded in 1983, Interplay Productions is a company dedicated to manufacturing and distributing a wide range of award-winning entertainment and educational software designed by gamers, for gamers. Interplay, MacPlay (the company's Macintosh division), VR Sports (the company's sports division) and its affiliates release products for IBM and compatibles, CD-ROM and Macintosh as well as leading console game platforms. In 1995, Interplay acquired Shiny Entertainment, makers of the world-wide hit video game Earthworm Jim. Interplay's OEM division represents over 250 titles from publishers including Davidson & Associates, Inc., Viacom New Media and Accolade to hardware manufacturers. Interplay titles include Descent, Cyberia, Virtual Pool,and Loaded. More comprehensive information on Interplay and its products is available through the company's worldwide web site at HTTP://WWW.INTERPLAY.COM.

Interplay Productions, 17922 Fitch Ave, Irvine, CA 92714

714-553-6655, Fax: 714-252-2820


Interplay Gears for First TSR Licensed Title
INTERPLAY GEARS UP FOR FIRST TSR, INC. LICENSED TITLE, BLOOD & MAGIC

January 5, 1996 -- Irvine, California  Interplay announced today the first real time strategy game from the company's Advanced Dungeons & Dragons (AD&D) line of games, called Blood & Magic. Developed by Tachyon Studios, Inc., this game is set in the Forgotten Realms" world from TSR, Inc. The PC version will be available in the second quarter of 1996 from Interplay Productions, and will be a simultaneous release with the Macintosh" version from MacPlay.

"It is very exciting to be working with TSR, Inc. and this strong license," said Jerry Luttrell, director of marketing for Interplay. "Blood & Magic will allow gamers to experience and command a broad range of AD&D characters, and bring them into epic battles of good over evil."

In Blood & Magic, the player portrays a powerful Mage that can summon legendary figures from the Forgotten Realms world to aid in his conquests. The player must be aware, he must contend with rivals that possess guile and wrath equal to his own. Each scenario begins in control of a portal, through which the player can summon loyal Acolytes. Acolytes transform into more powerful beings at various mystical sites. This original transformation feature, combined with clever exploitation of each environment, are the components for victory in Blood & Magic.

TSR is the world's largest manufacturer of role-playing adventure games and books, including the best-selling line of Advanced Dungeons & Dragons games. More than 2 million copies of AD&D computer and video games have been sold to date. Interplay's agreement with TSR allows them to produce computer, home video and coin-operated games.

Tachyon Studios, Inc., founded in 1993, participated in the development of over 50 software games since its beginning. The Oakhurst, California- based Tachyon team boasts nearly 200 years of combined software experience in an industry less than 15 years old. The original team started operations by porting products from the PC platform to the 3DO platform. Three years later, this accomplished team continues to develop original work for, and design ports to many different platforms. Blood & Magic was developed entirely in-house from original concept through final product for the PC and Macintosh computers.

Founded in 1983, Interplay Productions is a company dedicated to manufacturing and distributing a wide range of award-winning entertainment and educational software designed by gamers, for gamers. Interplay, MacPlay (the company's Macintosh division), VR Sports (the company's sports division) and its affiliates release products for IBM and compatibles, CD-ROM and Macintosh as well as leading console game platforms. In 1995, Interplay acquired Shiny Entertainment, makers of the world-wide hit video game Earthworm Jim. Interplay's OEM division represents over 250 titles from publishers including Davidson & Associates, Inc., Viacom New Media and Accolade to hardware manufacturers. Interplay titles include Descent, Cyberia, Virtual Pool, Dungeon Master II: The Legend Of Skullkeep, Stonekeep, Frankenstein: Through The Eyes Of The Monster and Loaded.


Descent II for PC/Mac/PlayStation March 13th
DESCENT II FOR THE PC AND MACINTOSH

DESCENT FOR THE SONY PLAYSTATION

ALL ARRIVING MARCH 13TH - - D-DAY!!!

(INTERPLAY'S LARGEST MULTI-PLATFORM LAUNCH!!!)

January 5, 1996 -- Irvine, Calif.-- DESCENT II for the PC. DESCENT II for the MACINTOSH. DESCENT for the SONY PLAYSTATION.  Interplay Productions announced today that its most ambitious multi-platform launch is to take place on March 13, 1996.

"Descent was a huge success on both the PC and Macintosh platforms and we've made a concentrated effort to continue the success of the brand through this multi-platform launch," stated Trish Wright, vice president of marketing for Interplay. "Descent II will give gamers new features that will intensify the Descent experience, while Descent for the PlayStation makes the game available to a whole new audience."

Descent II, developed by Parallax Software, expands the Descent world with new features and gameplay. 30 new levels take the player through missions on four separate planets and culminates inside the enemies' mothership. New enemies include intelligent robots that will adjust to the player's strategy, hunt the player down and suck up the player's energy supply. Added fire power is supplied to the player with ultra- destructive weapons, from the Helix Cannon to the Level 6 lasers. A robotic ally, the "guide bot," has been added to aid the player through the twisting, turning worlds that make up Descent II, while a "thief bot" has been included to ensure even more devious survival strategies.

Descent, the only first-person game with full 360 movement, will finally be available for console gamers with the scheduled March 13th PlayStation release. Descent for the PlayStation has CD quality audio featuring music by recording artists Type O Negative and "Ogre" of Skinny Puppy. Five new Anarchy Levels for two-player head-to- head and cooperative gaming pump up the intensity of Descent for the PlayStation. Previously unseen in any other version of Descent, the PlayStation version features a unique light-source shading technique called "radiosity."

Founded in 1983, Interplay Productions is a company dedicated to manufacturing and distributing a wide range of award-winning entertainment and educational software designed by gamers, for gamers. Interplay, MacPlay (the company's Macintosh division), VR Sports (the company's sports division) and its affiliates release products for IBM and compatibles, CD-ROM and Macintosh as well as leading console game platforms. In 1995, Interplay acquired Shiny Entertainment, makers of the world-wide hit video game Earthworm Jim. Interplay's OEM division represents over 250 titles from publishers including Davidson & Associates, Inc., Viacom New Media and Accolade to hardware manufacturers. Interplay titles include Descent, Cyberia, Virtual Pool, Dungeon Master II: The Legend Of Skullkeep, Stonekeep, Frankenstein: Through The Eyes Of The Monster and Loaded. More comprehensive information on Interplay and its products is available through the company's worldwide web site at HTTP://WWW.INTERPLAY.COM.


PowerRas Raster Editing & Conversion Tool
Intergraph Announces PowerRas, A Raster Editing and Interactive Raster-to-Vector Conversion Tool

HUNTSVILLE, ALA., JAN. 2, 1996 -- Intergraph Software Solutions' (ISS) Digital Imaging Product Center (formerly Scanning Systems Division) announced today the availability of PowerRas. PowerRas is the latest addition to Intergraph's sucessful I/RAS product line. This new tool for raster editing and raster-to-vector conversion for the Windows 95 and the Windows NT operating system introduces a new level of integration by providing a seamless blend of editing and conversion commands that work together with existing vector tools in BENTLEY's MicroStation 95. PowerRas provides raster file display, cleanup, editing, and raster-to-vector conversion in one product. PowerRas provides core raster editing and raster-to-vector conversion functionality at a lower price than any other product on the market, at a U.S. list price of $1,950.

PowerRas utilizes MicroStation 95 vector commands to place and edit raster data or convert raster data to vector elements. The user simply selects the mode of operation in the PowerRas Tool Settings dialog box for the available commands. This combination of vector, raster, and conversion workflows means less training, less time searching for commands, and greater productivity.

"PowerRas is a powerful and effective tool that builds on Intergraph's legacy of I/RAS products providing fundamental raster editing and raster-to-vector conversion functionality with an easy-to-use interface, at a great price" said Dennis Sanders, director of Intergraph's Digital Imaging Product Center.

INTERGRAPH BACKGROUND INFORMATION

A member of the Fortune 1000, Intergraph Corporation is the world's largest company dedicated to supplying interactive computer graphics systems. Products range from point solutions, meeting individual and departmental needs, to integrated, enterprise-wide systems.

Noted for delivering interoperable systems and applications, Intergraph bases it products on Windows, Windows NT and UNIX operating systems.

Intergraph Software Solutions (ISS) develops and markets integrated software for the Technical Desktop the combination of compatible technical applications and personal productivity tools in a single desktop computer. Technical applications include computer-aided design, engineering, analysis, manufacturing, publishing and earth sciences. ISS also provides core system software, high-end applications, and training, consulting, and implementation services.


LOTUS BEGINS MANUFACTURING NOTES RELEASE 4

GM/EDS, NOW THE WORLD'S LARGEST NOTES SITE, INSTALLS 100,000TH LICENSE

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Jan. 3, 1996 -- Lotus Development Corp. today announced that on Dec. 29 it released to manufacturing Lotus Notes Release 4, a major new version of the world's leading messaging and groupware product. Shipments are slated to begin in North America on Jan. 10.

"Last week's release to manufacturing begins the process of delivering this exciting new version of Notes," said Jeff Papows, Lotus executive vice president and chief operating officer. "With Release 4, Notes leads the industry with a unified platform for enterprise client/server messaging, custom business applications, and unmatched Internet integration. Users will find literally hundreds of improvements, all designed to make Notes easier to use, easier for custom application development, and easier and more cost-effective to deploy and manage on an enterprise-wide basis. Through newly integrated Web browsing and publishing capabilities, Notes Release 4 not only accesses the World Wide Web, but also turns Notes into the premier distributed authoring and deployment platform for strategic business process applications."

Lotus will showcase Notes Release 4 at Lotusphere '96, to be held January 22-25 in Orlando, Fla.

Among the thousands of customers already planning to install Notes Release 4 is General Motors/EDS, which has announced it is now the world's largest Lotus Notes site, with more than 100,000 licenses installed.

According to Don Hedeen, Director of Information Delivery and Deployment for GM, "Our extensive use of Lotus Notes on all major computing platforms spans GM operations in over 50 countries and enables communications with many GM dealers and suppliers worldwide. We're especially excited about Notes Release 4's sophisticated replication features, which will allow our mobile users to synchronize all their Notes databases with a single phone call."

Introduced in 1989, Lotus Notes has become the world's leading messaging and groupware software. It has attained its leadership status by providing a complete platform for developing and deploying messaging and groupware applications, supporting heterogeneous desktop, network and server environments, as well as alternate clients, desktop productivity tools and databases and by the support of more than 12,000 Lotus Business Partners, who offer hundreds of off-the-shelf applications, custom development, deployment and maintenance services.

With Notes Release 4, Lotus is providing product improvements in six key areas: client/server messaging; ease of use; Internet integration; mobility; application development and programmability; and enterprise management and scaleability.

The new version offers a choice of three clients:

* NOTES MAIL (ERP $55/license) a powerful new e-mail client, Notes Mail features the award-winning user interface from Lotus cc:Mail, together with extensive functionality for novice and experienced users, as well as for professionals responsible for managing the messaging infrastructure.

* NOTES DESKTOP (ERP $69/license) a run-time version with the ability to run any custom Notes application, such as those used by thousands of companies for strategic business process and workflow applications.

* NOTES (ERP $275/license) with the ability to develop custom messaging and groupware applications and perform system administration functions.

All Notes clients include the fully-integrated InterNotes Web Navigator, which not only enables Web access and "team surfing," but also provides the ability to import Web documents into Notes applications, where users can make use of Notes' powerful application development, security, replication, mobile access, and messaging features.

The Notes Release 4 server is available in single- and multi-processor versions (ERPs $495 and $2,295 respectively) and includes, at no additional charge, the InterNotes Web Publisher 2.0, offering Notes customers the ability to publish Notes-based information to users of generic Web browsers.

Lotus Notes Release 4 will support 16 platforms and 20 languages. The worldwide roll out will occur within the next 90 days. Platforms released to manufacturing on December 29 include OS/2 Warp and Windows NT servers, and Windows 95 and Windows 3.1 clients. Additional client support will follow for: IBM AIX, HP-UX, Sun Solaris, OS/2 Warp, Macintosh PowerPC and 68K, and Windows NT. Server support will expand to include: Windows 95, IBM AIX, HP-UX, Sun Solaris and Novell NetWare.

French, German, International English, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, and Traditional Chinese will ship simultaneously with the U.S. versions. Brazilian Portuguese, Czech., Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French Canadian, Hungarian, Norwegian, Polish and Swedish will ship within 90 days.

For sales information on Lotus Notes Release 4 in North America, contact Lotus at 1-800-346-1305.

Lotus Notes is the leading client-server platform for developing and deploying strategic groupware applications that help organizations communicate, collaborate and coordinate strategic business processes within and beyond their organizational boundaries to achieve improved business results. More than 7,000 companies and more than 3.3 million people use Notes to improve key business processes such as customer service, sales and account management, and product development. Lotus Notes supports all major operating systems: IBM OS/2 Warp, Apple Mac OS, UNIX platforms including IBM AIX, Sun Solaris, HP-UX, and SCO OpenServer, and Microsoft Windows, Windows NT, and Novell NetWare.

Lotus Development Corp., a subsidiary of IBM Corp., offers high quality software products and support services that reflect the company's unique understanding of the new ways in which individuals and businesses must work together to achieve success. Lotus' innovative approach is evident in a new class of applications that allows information to be accessed and communicated in ways never before possible, both within and beyond organizational boundaries. The company also provides numerous support services, both from its consulting division and its award-winning 24-hour support center.

All prices and terms are for the U.S. only. Notes prices are estimated retail prices for volume purchases through Lotus' Passport Program.

EDITOR'S NOTE: All Lotus news releases are available on the Internet, via the Lotus Development Corp. Home Page at http://www.Lotus.com. The Lotus Home Page is an easy way to find information about Lotus and its business partners' products and services.

A copy of this release and other company information is also available via fax by dialing 1-800-57-LOTUS within the U.S. and Canada or 201- 946-2336 outside the U.S. and Canada. Questions concerning the service should be directed to Lotus' corporate communications department at 617-693-5625.


Micron Intros 150 & 166MHz Pentium Systems
MICRON ELECTRONICS, INC., INTRODUCES 150MHz and 166MHz PENTIUM SYSTEMS

Nampa, Idaho, January 4, 1996

Micron Electronics, Inc., today introduced the Micron Millennia P150 and Millennia Plus P166, additions to its high-performance Millennia line. Micron also introduced the HomePro MPC P150 and the HomePro MPC P166, additions to its line of high-performance home computers. All of these systems incorporate high-performance 64-bit memory architecture designed to fully exploit the potential of Intel's 150MHz and 166MHz Pentium processors. The memory subsystems in each system include the combination of Micron EDO (extended data out) memory and Micron SyncBurst cache providing significant performance gains over previous designs. The Millennia Plus P166 also incorporates an Ultra SCSI fast-20 hard disk controller.

"Not surprisingly, the Micron Millennia Plus P166, with its Fast SCSI hard disk, notched top score of 1,210 in our Disk WinMark 96 tests," writes Brian Nadel in PC Magazine's January 1996 issue. The Millennia Plus P166 mixes solid performance with high-end components.

Starting at $2,299, the Micron Millennia P150 includes an Intel 150MHz Pentium processor, 256K of Micron SyncBurst cache, 8MB of Micron EDO memory, a 850MB enhanced IDE hard drive, a 6x CD-ROM drive, a Creative Labs SoundBlaster 16 sound card and speakers, a 64-bit PCI graphics accelerator, and a 15" Micron 15FGx color monitor.

Entry-level system configurations of the HomePro MPC P150 start at $3,199 and include 256K of Micron SyncBurst cache, 16MB of RAM, a 1.2GB enhanced IDE hard drive, a 6x CD-ROM drive, a Creative Labs SoundBlaster 16 sound card and speakers, and a 64-bit PCI graphics accelerator.

All new Micron computer systems come with the Micron Power warranty. The Micron Power warranty includes a five-year limited warranty on the microprocessor and main memory, and a three-year limited parts only system warranty. Micron also offers a one-year on-site service agreement and 30 days of free software support.

Micron Electronics, Inc., manufactures electronic products for a wide range of computing and digital applications. The Company develops, markets, manufactures and supports PC systems for consumer and business use, provides contract manufacturing services to original equipment manufacturers, and maintains a component recovery operation. The Company is approximately 80 percent owned by Micron Technology, Inc. Micron Electronics, Inc., common stock trades on the NASDAQ Stock Market under the symbol MUEI. More product information is available by calling 1-800-515-9197 or via Micron Electronics home page on the Internet at http://www.mei.micron.com.


Microsoft Wins Retailing/Merchandising Award
MICROSOFT WINS THREE RETAILING, MERCHANDISING AWARDS

Reflect Effectiveness of Efforts to Support Distribution Channel for Software

LAS VEGAS - JAN. 5, 1996 - Recognized for its efforts to assist the broad range of retailers that sell Microsoft products to end users, Microsoft Corp. has recently received three awards that highlight the company's programs in retail merchandising and support.

The most recent award will be presented here this evening during the Winter Consumer Electronics Show. Computer Retail News, a leading trade publication for computer software and hardware retailers, will present Microsoft with its Top Shelf Hall of Fame award. This new award, first presented this year, reflects Microsoft's long-standing achievements in supporting the retail distribution channel for personal computer software. The Hall of Fame award will be presented to Steve Schiro, vice president of the end-user customer unit at Microsoft, at a dinner sponsored by Computer Retail News.

Microsoft's innovative new merchandising and display programs were recently recognized in two other competitions. The prestigious International Store Interiors Design Competition, co-sponsored by Visual Merchandising & Store Design magazine, presented Microsoft with a first-place award in the category of "new or totally renovated shop within a department store." This award was given for the Microsoft Concept Shop, a store-within-a-store design currently being tested in several retail outlets throughout the United States.

In addition, the graphic elements of the Microsoft merchandising program - the signs and logos that identify the various floor and wall elements - were recognized recently by the Columbus Society of Communicating Arts in Columbus, Ohio. Microsoft was awarded first prize for brand-level graphics in the society's annual design competition.

"It's gratifying to receive all of these awards," said Schiro, "because what they really represent is recognition by the retail channel and channel-oriented publications that our ongoing efforts to be the best possible vendor partner for the retail distribution channel are working. Our goal has been to develop channel support and merchandising programs that are truly effective for retailers, and these awards reflect that."

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ "MSFT") is the worldwide leader in software for personal computers. The company offers a wide range of products and services for business and personal use, each designed with the mission of making it easier and more enjoyable for people to take advantage of the full power of personal computing every day.


Super Bowl Web Site Launched
NFL, NBC SPORTS AND MICROSOFT LAUNCH SUPER BOWL WEB SITE; FANS WORLDWIDE CAN FOLLOW NFL POSTSEASON ACTION IN CYBERSPACE

Site Scheduled To Go Live From Arizona in Mid-January

NEW YORK AND REDMOND, WASH. - JAN. 3, 1996 - With the completion of the NFL regular season, pro football fans are getting ready for the playoffs and the ultimate season finale: Super Bowl XXX (Jan. 28, 1996, Tempe, Ariz.). For the first time, the NFL, in conjunction with NBC Sports and Microsoft Corp., will bring all of the excitement and activities surrounding the biggest one-day sports event to cyberspace with the launch of a new Web site - http://superbowl.com.

Throughout the next month, superbowl.com will provide fans worldwide with previews and up-to-the-minute news on all the playoff games; team and game analysis from NBC Sports talent; information on past Super Bowls, including video and audio clips of the game's most memorable moments; as well as fan message boards, chat areas and a Super Bowl cybershop.

Scheduled to begin Jan. 18, once the AFC and NFC championship teams are determined, superbowl.com will report live from Tempe on the two teams playing in Super Bowl XXX and the events surrounding the game. Superbowl.com will provide background information on the teams plus continuous updates and coverage of the events of the week prior to the Super Bowl. Fans will be able to chat with NFL stars and NBC Sports talent, and get all the latest news and photos from events and news conferences in Tempe. During the Super Bowl game, superbowl.com will feature online commentary and analysis from NFL and NBC experts, live play-by-play and statistics.

Microsoft is the key technology partner and has been instrumental in the creation and management of superbowl.com. The site combines state-of-the-art technologies such as interactive chats and multimedia images and sound, to give users a highly-interactive experience. While the Web site is accessible to any user connected to the Internet, users of the new MicrosoftR Internet Explorer version 2.0 will have exclusive access to additional features such as inline sound and inline video. The site resides on the Microsoft Internet Information Server, a Web server that runs on the Windows NT&#153; operating system, to help ensure reliability, speed of access and ease of use.

To commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Super Bowl, the site's home page will feature a different Super Bowl multimedia flashback each day. The site also will feature an area where fans will have a unique opportunity to contribute to the content of the television special "Behind the Scenes: Super Bowl XXX," to be telecast by NBC on Saturday, Jan. 27 (5-6 p.m.). Users of superbowl.com will be able to suggest features for inclusion in the special.

"With the help of NBC and Microsoft, we are bringing the excitement of the NFL playoffs and one of the world's premier sporting events to cyberspace for the first time, providing fans worldwide with an upclose look at this special anniversary of the Super Bowl," said Ann Kirschner, vice president of programming and media development for NFL Enterprises. "If you can't actually be there in Tempe, superbowl.com is the next best thing for NFL fans in January."

"Superbowl.com is one of the most dynamic sites on the Web," said Mike Conte, group manager in the personal systems division at Microsoft. "We think it really shows off our innovative Internet technologies such as sound, video and graphics. It offers users, particularly those using Internet Explorer, an advanced interactive experience."

"We are excited about this innovative opportunity to expand our relationship with the NFL and Microsoft," said Jon Miller, senior vice president, NBC Sports programming. "It is hard to believe that the Super Bowl, the biggest annual sports event, could get even bigger. But NBC, the NFL and Microsoft are making that happen."

Superbowl.com was created by NFL Enterprises, NBC Sports Online and their technology partner Microsoft. The site will reside at http://superbowl.com on the Microsoft Internet Information Server.


Microsoft Outsourcing Internal Support
MICROSOFT CONTINUES TO OUTSOURCE INTERNAL SUPPORT AND SERVICES

Contracts Allow Microsoft to Focus on Core Competencies, Streamline IS Administration

REDMOND, WASH. - JAN. 2, 1996 - Microsoft Corp. is moving ahead with its comprehensive outsourcing policy, which seeks to contract everyday network management chores and PC procurement and repair to vendors that specialize in support for corporate computing systems.

Microsoft's outsourcing policy is shaped by issues that are similar to those facing many major corporations - the need to maximize computing resources and budgets, minimize administrative overhead, and maintain focus on the company's core competencies. Outsourcing contracts, awarded to companies with successful responses to proposals solicited by Microsoft, are based on an assessment of demonstrated service commitment, excellence and suitability of support solutions, financial stability, and price.

As part of its outsourcing strategy, Microsoft this year has signed contracts with Vanstar Corp. and ENTEX Information Services Inc. A primary European procurement vendor will be selected and announced by spring 1996.

Vanstar, based in Pleasanton, Calif., will manage Microsoft's PC procurements, including delivery, setup and installation of both PCs and peripherals. The three-year contract applies to approximately 12,500 desktops at Microsoft's domestic sites and is worth approximately $550 million.

Vanstar is a national leader in technology integration, service and support. The company offers a life-cycle management approach to its networking services, covering key phases of the process, including analysis, design, planning, implementation, support, monitoring and maintenance. Vanstar has integrated its proprietary order management systems with Microsoft's financial-control systems and has assumed full management responsibility for day-to-day operations as well as for the 114 Vanstar employees working on-site at Microsoft.

"Until recently, procurement has been spread among nearly 50 resellers worldwide. This is neither efficient nor the best use of our resources," said Joe Monteleone, director of PC procurement at Microsoft. "Like that of any major corporation, our outsourcing policy seeks to reduce the number of administrative transactions while placing state-of-the-art PCs on desktops. We selected Vanstar for this procurement contract because it provided the right skills and tools for placing, tracking and analyzing procurement orders."

The agreement between Microsoft and Vanstar calls for a shared-risk pricing model whereby Vanstar can benefit from reducing Microsoft's overall costs.

ENTEX, based in Rye Brook, N.Y., is a leading PC systems integrator and provider of desktop services that recently won a three-year contract for internal help desk and PC services, covering approximately 40, 000 PCs installed at 25 Microsoft locations.

"Microsoft is outsourcing nonstrategic, standard and generic network support to ENTEX, while keeping in-house the strategic skills that support emerging technologies within our network," said Chris Gibbons, chief information officer, information technology group at Microsoft. "We are in the business of developing and marketing great software, services and new technologies rather than day-to-day management of networks."

ENTEX, which has been a service provider to Microsoft for the past eight years, has more than 300 dedicated personnel working at Microsoft locations around the world, from the Redmond campus to Microsoft's subsidiary in Dublin, Ireland. The contract, which makes ENTEX the primary desktop-service provider to Microsoft, is worth $50 million over three years and takes advantage of ENTEX's life-cycle approach.

"Regions will have the autonomy to choose providers for their specific needs, but overall, the trend is to optimize the number of resellers we outsource to," said Gary Myall, general manager for computer operations and network services, information technology group at Microsoft. "We are seeking a track record in excellence and suitability-to-task in our vendors and will distribute contracts accordingly."

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ "MSFT") is the worldwide leader in software for personal computers. The company offers a wide range of products and services for business and personal use, each designed with the mission of making it easier and more enjoyable for people to take advantage of the full power of personal computing every day.


Wildcat! 5 for Windows 96/NT
Wildcat! 5 for Windows 95/NT

Interactive Multimedia Reaches the On-line Application Market

Mustang Software is developing a system to empower the corporate, business, small office and hobbyist community to offer full on-line multimedia to customers, staff and prospects. The development name of the project is Annihilator and it has entered beta testing at several hundred locations. It will be released as Wildcat! 5 for Windows 95 and Windows NT.

Annihilator is a true Windows 95 or Windows NT client/server application designed to provide a BBS-based solution for a broad range of customers. It delivers an exciting interactive multimedia experience for callers by allowing the system operator to make use of familiar multimedia tools, including JPEG and GIF editors, for customization of the caller interface. For backward compatibility all aspects of the system are accessible via standard ANSI connectivity but when accessed using the free remote client, the caller is greeted with an exciting multimedia experience. The support engine for offering remote graphics to the caller is included at no additional cost, and the Wildcat! Navigator suite is slated for free distribution.

Annihilator takes full advantage of the new multitasking in Windows 95 and the robust server operations in Windows NT to provide a solution for every online need. The Windows 95 platform has been selected to support small to medium load systems while the Windows NT platform was chosen to provide high performance on-line solutions utilizing its single and multi-processor support.

True Client/Server Technology

The Bulletin Board System arena is the latest market segment to be courted by advertisements touting the benefits of "client/server" technology. However, upon closer inspection, "client/server" is often used to refer to the use of a proprietary remote program (the client) to dial into a BBS application (the server). While the use of a remote graphic client is an exciting aspect of many of the newer BBS technologies including `Annihilator', it does not represent true client/server functionality at the application program level, the location where its true power can be unleashed.

So What is Client/Server?

Client/server, at its simplest level, is an architecture that involves client processes requesting service from server processes. Client/server computing recognizes that those client modules need not all be executed within the same memory space, that is, the processes that distribute the information need not all be a part of the same single program. Separation of the client and server modules provides improved security and performance. By implementing a BBS with a core information server, and routing that information using a number of application clients at the sysop's location, a system can be established that delivers more information at greater speed, even on a single PC running Windows 95.

Isn't It Complicated?

Client/server can be as simple as running two or three familiar programs on a single PC or as intricate as a multiple-PC network running several applications on each PC. The beauty of client/server model is that once you understand the relationship between the different executable programs (the clients and the server) you can set it up in any of several ways that best meet your needs.

The client/server model of Annihilator above is a simple setup with the server and all clients running on a single PC (inside the dotted line). The computer can operate under Windows 95 or Windows NT Workstation or Server. This configuration offers the most compact system and allows for total management from the single BBS computer.

An alternative to operating all client executables on a single PC is to distribute the processing over a Microsoft Network. The server executable runs on a Windows NT (workstation or server) PC while the client modules can be run on either the server PC or networked PCs running either Windows 95 or Windows NT. The advantage of separating some client operations from the server is increased power through distributed processing. For example, in an extremely active system the sysop may find it advantageous to establish three PCs, one for the Server and TCP/IP connectivity, including WWW access, and two others, each running a rack of 32 modems with its own copy of the Modem Controller Client. Use of the client/server model provides a number of advantages:

* 32-bit Windows multitasking means no additional multitasking software is needed and 16-32 lines can be run easily without loading multiple copies of the BBS.

* The entire BBS configuration in our client/server model can be modified even while in full operation, but only by authorized personnel. The system server accepts change requests and implements them as soon as usage permits.

* The number of inbound sessions on a single computer is significantly increased. Thanks to the enhanced multitasking of both 32-bit Windows platforms, a much larger number of connections is possible on any given PC. As inbound access (via modem, telnet, HTTP, etc.) reaches the processor limits for any given PC, additional client PCs can be added which communicate automatically with the server.

* Clients for modems, HTTP, telnet and other activities can be operated on a single PC or on a variety of additional systems, depending on load.

This new generation BBS can truly isolate the core of the host activities, providing secure, private system access even to local users. The server portion of the system is established in an area on disk with restricted user access. The server controls all access to messages, files and other system information. Requests are submitted to the server by all support programs and third- party utilities through an easily adopted application program interface (API). This methodology has the added advantage of allowing the actual BBS program-flow code to be written in wcCODE and to be fully customizable.

True Client/server technology provides total flexibility. It allows the sysop to offer a BBS on a desktop platform and to expand the system capabilities as desired.

Standard Annihilator Modules Included With Every BBS Create a Foundation

The following modules and clients come with the standard Annihilator Wildcat! 5 package. SERVER MODULE

This module provides the base functionality for processing all database and configuration requests through a published API structure. LOCAL OR LAN CLIENT

This module is included with every package and is used by anyone connecting at the host PC. It can also be used by anyone on the network for local login. It is an ANSI text connection. Note that the graphical Wildcat! Navigator which is designed for remote connection also can be used locally for a graphical local connection.

ONLINE CLIENT

This module is included with every package and answers the phone for all dial-in lines. It can present the BBS information to a caller in ANSI, ASCII or in full graphics when called with the free Wildcat! Navigator.

QWK ECHO CLIENT

This module is included with every package and handles QWK mail exchange processing between the host and other BBSs.

TAPI CLIENT

This module is included with every package and provides a link to the Windows Telephony Application Program Interface. It talks to TAPI-aware add-on cards or hardware that offer ISDN, X.25 or other connectivity.

WILDCAT! NAVIGATOR

This module is a set of freely-distributable Windows programs for callers to experience full multimedia when connected. This program suite operates on Windows 3.1, Windows 95, Windows NT and any OS/2 release with Windows support. It can also be run locally, over a LAN or via a telnet connection. The core language of the Wildcat! Navigator is HTML, the language of the World Wide Web.

Optional Annihilator Modules Increase Client/Server Power,

The following modules are optional add-on accessories and are purchased separately.

INTERNET CONNECTIVITY PACKAGE

This optional accessory package handles Internet connectivity and includes several individual clients:

UUCP MODULE - This module handles Internet email and newsgroup support via UUCP. It includes a program for connecting to an internet service provider via dial or UUCPD, and tosses messages into the Wildcat! system. Callers can send and receive Internet email and participate in newsgroup message exchange. It also supports feeding messages to downline nodes. (available as part of the initial release)

TELNET MODULE - This module enables the Online Module to also answer inbound telnet callers. It connects callers to the BBS when they connect from a remote internet site. In this mode it acts as a telnet server. With the telnet module installed the BBS also supports outbound telnet sessions requested by callers, connecting them to other locations on the internet. In this mode the BBS acts as a telnet client for the caller. Inbound telnet connections support ANSI, ASCII and the Wildcat! Navigator interface. (available as part of the initial release)

FTP MODULE - This module enables the Online Module to also answer FTP connection requests. It responds to inbound FTP file requests and functions as a FTP server. Requests can be made anonymously for a restricted file set, or using a name and password on the BBS for FTP access to files based on the caller's access profile. This module also allows callers to make FTP requests to locations outside the BBS. (available as part of the initial release)

WWW MODULE - This module functions as an HTTP proxy server that allows inbound callers using the Wildcat! Navigator to surf the World Wide Web. It also supports inbound HTTP connections from callers using any browser, allowing them to view the BBS HTML screens. (available as part of the initial release)

PPP MODULE - This module allows callers to make a connection to the BBS with any Winsock layer to establish a path for true TCP/IP connectivity. With a PPP connection callers can run their choice of applications while connected to the net, including mail applications such as Eudora, other telnet clients, and browsers other than the Wildcat! Navigator, such as Netscape. (available as part of amaintenance update after initial release)

DYNAMIC HTML MODULE - This module provides BBS connectivity to inbound callers connecting using a WWW browser. It functions as an HTTP server that dynamically creates HTML files for file and message data and is fed by a set of display files in HTML format customized by the sysop. (available as part of a maintenance update after initial release)

SMTP MODULE - This module provides support for simple mail transfer protocol. It provides full management for sending and receiving internet email. (available as part of a maintenance update after initial release)

IRC MODULE

This module provides a link to internet relay chat to expand the live discussion capabilities of the BBS. It functions as an irc client for callers. Note that standard inter-node chat is supported without this module.

NNTP MODULE

This module provides support for network news transfer protocol messaging and processes mail from an Internet NNTP server (many providers offer nntp mail services). It provides the link to allow callers to read and reply to usenet newsgroups.

EXCHANGE MAIL CLIENT

This optional module provides a link to Microsoft Exchange using the Windows Mail Application Program Interface. It provides a mechanism to have both email and conference mail be routed to Exchange on a local area network.

WCCODE DEVELOPMENT PACKAGE

This optional package is a new, enhanced high-speed 32-bit development language so powerful that all standard BBS functions are written in it. The wcCODE package allows the sysop to create custom BBS operations and programs to be run by the caller.

SOURCE CODE

For total customization of all online activity the wcCODE source for all BBS functions is available for purchase. (Requires wcCODE)

DATABASE CLIENT

This optional module provides remote connectivity to database processing using the ODBC standard, accessible via wcCODE applications.

REPORTS CLIENT [WCPRO]

This optional module provides extensive reporting on BBS usage and activities.

BILLING CLIENT [WCBILLING]

This optional module provides a complete billing for pre-pay or post- pay systems.

How Do I Set Up a Client/Server BBS?

The configuration of Annihilator is very similar to the DOS Wildcat! BBS except that all configuration programs are 32-bit graphic Windows applications. Once you have run the installation and configuration programs you maintain the BBS using other Windows applications that provide functionality similar to the DOS Wildcat! MAKEMENU, MAKEWILD, MAKEQUES, wcFILE, and other support programs.

How Do Callers Connect?

There are several methods for callers to connect to your Annihilator (Wildcat! 5 ) BBS and several types of presentation:

Dial-in modem callers using a standard comm package receive standard ANSI screens, just like WC4.

Dial-in modem callers using the free Wildcat! Navigator package receive a full graphical HTML presentation. The BBS main "page" and all other informational pages such as bulletins, etc. are created by the sysop as HTML (www) documents using any HTML editor. We expect to bundle an HTML authoring tool with the package.

Telnet inbound connections using a standard telnet or comm package receive ANSI screens, just like WC4. (requires the Internet Connectivity Package)

Telnet inbound connections using the Wildcat! Navigator receive a full graphical HTML presentation. (requires the Internet Connectivity Package)

FTP inbound connection requests can log in as "guest" or "anonymous" for limited file access as set by the sysop, or can log in as a BBS user with the correct password for full file lists based on BBS access profiles. (requires the Internet Connectivity Package)

HTTP inbound can be made using any browser (Netscape, Mosaic, etc.) and will receive dynamically generated HTML pages for files and messages, with other information and other "pages" prepared by the sysop as HTML documents. (requires the Internet Connectivity Package with the Dynamic HTML Module, expected in 2nd qtr '96).

What Internet Services Can I Offer?

If you add the Internet Connectivity Package your callers can make use of a number of Internet services by dialing in using any ANSI terminal. By connecting to you over a standard phone line they are able to establish an internet email address, telnet to any other internet location, access files via ftp at any other location, and they can participate in internet newsgroup discussions. IF THEY DIAL-IN USING THE FREE WILDCAT! NAVIGATOR THEY CAN DO ALL THE ABOVE PLUS SURF THE WORLD WIDE WEB USING THE BROWSER INCLUDED IN THE NAVIGATOR.

After the release of the additions to the Internet Connectivity Package expected in 2nd quarter '96, callers can expand their Internet connectivity to allow them full use of any internet applications they desire since you will be able to provide them with a PPP connection.

What Hardware Will I Need?

Annihilator was designed to provide a platform for everything from a single line BBS to a 1,000 line corporate connectivity server. The same set of client/server modules are used in all installations.

For a simple one or two line BBS the easiest installation platform would be a 486/66 PC with 8 MB of memory running Windows 95. The standard communications ports in the PC can be used and the sysop just needs to run the Server Module and the Online Client. Minimize these two programs on the desktop and your BBS is operational. To login locally you run the Wildcat! Navigator for a full graphical BBS session.

As the BBS expands the sysop might add a multiport card from Digi, Comtrol, Stallion, Equinox or any other manufacturer that offers Windows 95 or NT support. A 4 or 16 port card can be installed in the same 486 PC to increase line count and the only additional hardware changes might be to add additional memory to 16 MB. The same Modem Client will handle the additional lines with the installation of a line count increase module.

Further expansion of the BBS can be accomplished in many ways. As line count increases the power of the PC can be increased to handle the added load by moving to a Pentium 90-120 MHz CPU. With the technology available today it is entirely possible to operate a single-box PC that can address hundreds of incoming lines and other connections by taking advantage of the multi-processor capabilities of the Windows NT platform. Multiport cards from 16 to 128 ports are readily available for the NT platform.

For those that would rather make use of a LAN environment for BBS connectivity the Annihilator project also has a solution. By using Windows NT (Server or Workstation) the sysop can establish a server PC that handles the core server duties and allows separate PCs to handle different aspects of the remote connection. Each Client module can be operated on a networked PC running Windows 95 or NT, and will communicate with the server PC automatically. No messy drive mappings and no specific Networking components are required, other than those that come with Windows NT (workstation or server) and Windows 95. This type of distributed processing system really make sense for large systems with several different types of access, including local, TCP/IP, modem, X.25 and ISDN. Different client processes can be run on less-powerful PCs depending on their load.

What about Novell and LANtastic Networks?

Annihilator is totally compatible with NetWare or LANtastic. A workstation PC on a LAN can run Windows 95 or Windows NT and operate the complete BBS. Other LAN PCs can access the BBS using the Local/LAN client.

Although the BBS PC can access files located on the NetWare or LANtastic server drives, all BBS server and client files must be located on PCs running NT or 95 with the exception of the downloadable files, which can be located anywhere on the LAN. The same cabling for NetWare or LANtastic connectivity (ethernet is assumed) is automatically used by the Windows networking to share BBS client/server data using TCP/IP.

Can it Run Doors?

Annihilator supports DOS-based doors on all port connections, and includes a program for DOS program redirection. However, operation of 16-bit DOS doors does limit the number of lines that can be supported on any given PC. Programs specifically written in the new 32-bit wcCODE are an exception, and do not cause this system degradation. Testing is the only method to determine the actual impact of a specific DOS door on your Annihilator system. Each DOS door affects system performance differently depending on the language it was developed in and what resources it uses.

DOORS UNDER WINDOWS NT

Doors do not require any modification and operate in their own memory session for each node. Door operation is virtualized, a process that isolates the door itself from the port, and prevents it from knowing whether it is talking to a standard com port, a DigiBoard or a telnet connection. All doors all think they are talking to a standard COM 1. For specifics on how to run doors, see Part 2 of this document.

DOORS UNDER WINDOWS 95

Doors must be able to talk to the actual port in use for each node via DOS. Unless the door is written in wcCODE it will not be able to access multiport boards that use a Windows 95 driver. For specifics on how to run doors, see Part 2 of this document.

Release Information and Pricing

No specific release date has been set for project Annihilator, but the target date is early 1996. The majority of the program modules are expected to be available in 1st quarter `96 but some optional modules will not become available 2nd quarter or later.

The Wildcat! Navigator will be posted for download and wide-area testing in January. A patch upgrade to the wcSERVER component of the Preview CD ROM will also be made available at that time to enable CD owners to make use of the Wildcat! Navigator for their callers.

Product                         MSRP  75% off 66.6% off Availability

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Wildcat! 5 M2 (2 node + local)  $149    $37     $49     1st qtr. `96

Wildcat! 5 M16 (16 node)        $349    $87     $115    1st qtr. `96

Wildcat! 5 M32 (32 node)        $699    $174    $230    1st qtr. `96

8 Pack Node Increase            $199    $49     $65     1st qtr. `96

32 Pack Node Increase           $699    $174    $233    1st qtr. `96

Internet Connectivity Package   $249    $62     $83  1st/2nd qtr. `96*

NNTP Module                     to be set       -       2nd qtr. `96

IRC Module                      $149    $37     $49     2nd qtr. `96

MAPI Client                     $799    $199    $265    2nd qtr. `96

CODE Development Language & IDE $149    $37     $49     1st qtr. `96

BBS Source Code                 $799    $199    $265    1st qtr. `96

ODBC Database Client            $799    $199    $265    2nd qtr. `96

Reports Client [wcPRO]          $149    $37     $49     2nd qtr. `96

Billing Client [wcBILLING]      $149    $37     $49     2nd qtr. `96

* Portions of this product will be added following the initial release, see previous text for details.

key - MSRP - Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price

      75% off - to participants in the special Pre-Release CD program

      66.6% off - to any Wildcat! sysop with a valid registration#

What are the Plans for the DOS Version of Wildcat!?

The current DOS version of Wildcat! will continue to be supported and updated by its own separate team of engineers.  We have no current plans for a native OS/2 BBS system and do not anticipate such development in the foreseeable future.


PC Hwr/Swr Meet FOUNDATION Fieldbus Stds
New PC-Based Industrial Automation Hardware and Software Meet FOUNDATION Fieldbus Standards

AUSTIN, TX -- JAN. 2, 1996 -- National Instruments announced today new hardware and software products to meet the needs of host and device applications using the FOUNDATION Fieldbus standard. The AT-FBUS/H1 plug-in ISA board and NI-FBUS host interface software give Windows PCs access to the H1 FOUNDATION Fieldbus, including system configuration and reading/writing of device parameters. The H1 Fieldbus round card is a compact circuit card for use by device vendors to interface an existing field device to an H1 fieldbus. The round card runs the National Instruments fieldbus communications stack and NI-SHELL function block shell. The NI-FMON fieldbus monitor features a live display of bus traffic for observing fieldbus data packets and communications activity. With configurable displays and data filtering, users can customize views of data from the fieldbus.

ABOUT THE AT-FBUS/H1 AND NI-FBUS

The AT-FBUS/H1 is a FOUNDATION Fieldbus interface for ISAbus computers. The AT-FBUS interfaces to H1 (31.25 kbits/s) fieldbus networks. The AT-FBUS/H1 board executes a fieldbus communications stack implemented by National Instruments specifically for FOUNDATION Fieldbus. The stack implements complete Link Active Scheduler (LAS) capability and client/server services as defined in the H1 FOUNDATION Fieldbus specification. Users can configure the stack as an LAS or as a basic device.

NI-FBUS software gives users a high-level programming interface for communicating with fieldbus devices without requiring in-depth knowledge of the underlying fieldbus protocols. NI-FBUS is ideal for developing monitoring applications as well as system and device configuration tools.

The NI-FBUS-SIM Device Simulation software is available as an additional software package for use with an AT-FBUS/H1 interface board. NI- FBUS-SIM uses the NI-SHELL function block shell and application programming interface (API) to develop function block applications that run on a Windows-based PC for simulating a fieldbus device. Device developers can use the NI-FBUS-SIM software to prototype function block applications on a PC before creating the downloaded implementation to be included in a device.

ABOUT THE DEVICE INTERFACE KIT AND NI-SHELL SOFTWARE

The Device Interface kit is a tool for use by device vendors to connect an existing field device to an H1 fieldbus network. The kit includes the H1 round card, which provides a platform for prototyping the software required to implement a native FOUNDATION Fieldbus device. The card is in a 2.44 in. diameter round format, designed for attachment within the housing of a field device. The card includes an Intel 80188EB microprocessor, FRONTIER-1 fieldbus interface chip, 128 KB RAM, and 256 KB Flash ROM. The card is powered from the H1 fieldbus and has a power output connection for powering the attached field device. Interfacing between the round card and the field device is accomplished using a serial interface. The Device Interface kit includes software for communicating with the field device using either HART or direct serial protocols.

The Device Interface kit includes NI-SHELL function block shell software, which provides a high-level interface for developing and executing function block applications without requiring in-depth fieldbus communications expertise.

ABOUT NI-FMON SOFTWARE

The NI-FMON fieldbus monitor is a Windows 95 software application that uses an AT-FBUS/H1 board for monitoring traffic on H1 fieldbus networks. NI-FMON is useful for system diagnostics - engineers and technicians can use it to selectively capture and view different types of data packets on the fieldbus. It features live packet display updates so users can see data on the fieldbus as it is collected. Users can also log data for later viewing. NI-FMON also features the following capabilities:

 Full symbolic, hex, and simple packet decoding

 Configurable packet filters with simultaneous active filters

 Split window and multiwindow displays

 Color coding of packet segments

 Time stamping (absolute, idle, and transmission times)

 Data capture to file

 Bus statistics

ABOUT NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS AND FOUNDATION FIELDBUS

FOUNDATION Fieldbus, from the Fieldbus Foundation, represents a new standard in industrial communications. The Fieldbus Foundation, based in Austin, Texas, was formed in 1994 from the merger of two major fieldbus organizations. National Instruments has been a member of the Fieldbus Foundation since its creation and has played an active role in the development of the standard through participation in the technical working groups of the Foundation.

In December 1994, the Foundation selected three vendors to deliver key fieldbus products for proving the technology used in the FOUNDATION Fieldbus. National Instruments was one of those companies. Through on-time delivery of high-quality products, National Instruments has played a key role in the completion and implementation of the Foundation's fieldbus technology.

ABOUT NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS

National Instruments, headquartered in Austin, Texas, manufactures software and hardware products for PCs and workstations that scientists and engineers worldwide use to build virtual instrumentation systems. These systems are used for research and industrial applications, such as automated testing, laboratory automation, advanced research, industrial control, factory automation, physiological monitoring, numerical analysis, and data visualization.

National Instruments stock is traded on the NASDAQ National Market System under the symbol NATI. Further information on National Instruments may be obtained from the company's SEC filings or by directly contacting the company's Investor Relations Department at (512) 349-5090.

AVAILABILITY AND FOR MORE INFORMATION

The AT-FBUS/H1, NI-FBUS-SIM software, Fieldbus Device Interface kit with NI-SHELL software, and NI-FMON fieldbus monitor will be available in Q1 1996. For more information about National Instruments Foundation Fieldbus products, contact:

National Instruments

6504 Bridge Point Parkway

Austin, Texas 78730-5039

(512) 794-0100

Or call toll free in the U.S. and Canada at (800) 433-3488, fax (512) 794-8411, e-mail info@natinst.com. Readers can also access information through the company's InstrumentationWeb at http://www.natinst.com/


Novell Drops Price on Tech Support CD-ROM
Novell Drops Price On Technical Support Cd-Rom

OREM, Utah -- Jan. 3, 1996 -- Novell today announced new pricing and more flexible licensing options for the Network Support Encyclopedia Professional Volume" (NSEPro"), the company's technical knowledge base on CD-ROM. The NSEPro provides Novell customers and support professionals with a rich set of up-to-date support information in a convenient CD-ROM format. Beginning today, Novell is offering annual subscriptions to the NSEPro in single-user licenses. In addition, a new site license is available to accommodate organizations needing wide access to the NSEPro.

"The NSEPro is a valuable support tool for more than 70,000 Certified Novell Engineers, large account customers and service partners," said Michael Bishop, director of Electronic Support for Novell Technical Services. "With the reduced price and licensing changes we hope to achieve a broader distribution of the NSEPro, enabling our customers and partners with the information they need to effectively support Novell products." NSEPro

The NSEPro contains the following information as it applies to NetWare, Groupware, Personal Productivity and UnixWare products:

  Downloadable files, patches and drivers

  Thousands of Technical Information Documents (TIDs)

  Product documentation

  Novell Application Notes

  Groupware Professional's Guide

  Novell Labs certification bulletins

The NSEPro has hyper-link functionality and full text searching capabilities. Customers can search using custom menus and Boolean logic or browse through manuals and technical information. Beginning with the 95- 9 version the NSEPro began shipping on two CDs: one CD contains downloadable files, patches and drivers; the other CD contains TIDs and additional technical documents. The NSEPro is accessible from Windows, DOS and Macintosh.

Technical information from Novell is also available through NetWire", Novell's technical information service. NetWire includes easily searchable online databases and libraries of downloadable files, and provides remote access 24 hours-a-day. Customers can log on to NetWire from the Internet, CompuServe", the Microsoft Network or SpaceWorks". Pricing and Availability

The suggested retail price for a single-user license of the NSEPro is $495 for an annual subscription with 12 monthly updates; site licenses are available for $995. Certified Novell Engineers (CNEs) can purchase a single-user subscription directly from Novell for $295 per year--which represents a 40 percent savings from the suggested retail price. Customers purchasing the NSEPro from locations outside the United States and Canada will be charged an additional $100 per year to cover duties and higher shipping costs. Customers purchasing a site license can receive additional CD-ROMs for $295 per CD per year.

To subscribe to the NSEPro, customers can contact an authorized Novell reseller--call (800) 828-3362 to obtain a listing of resellers in your area; or call (800) 377-4136 or (303) 297-2725 to order directly from Novell and to receive a CNE discount. Customers who purchased the NSEPro at the old price between Sept. 30, 1995, and Jan. 1, 1996, will automatically receive an additional three months at no extra charge.

Novell's electronic technical support offering provides Novell's service partners, large accounts, customers and technical support engineers with access to comprehensive technical information on Novell products, anytime, anyplace. Novell is establishing the electronic support programs and delivery vehicles required to provide technical assistance to a billion users worldwide by the year 2000.


PeopleSoft Certifies Implementation Partners
PEOPLESOFT CERTIFIES FOUR NEW IMPLEMENTATION PARTNERS

Cap Gemini America, Coopers & Lybrand L.L.P., IBM, And KPMG Peat Marwick L.L.P. Now Supporting PeopleSoft Customers PLEASANTON, CA, JANUARY 8, 1996 -- PeopleSoft, Inc. (NASDAQ: PSFT), a leading supplier of client/server business software, today announced that Cap Gemini America, Coopers & Lybrand L.L.P., IBM, and KPMG Peat Marwick L.L.P. have joined the company's Implementation Partnership Program, supporting the PeopleSoft Financials, Distribution, and HRMS product suites.

The Implementation Partnership Program enables companies to achieve the smooth, successful deployment of PeopleSoft applications as part of comprehensive, enterprise-level client/server solutions. Thoroughly trained in PeopleSoft technology, Cap Gemini, Coopers & Lybrand, IBM, and KPMG now help customers in selecting, implementing, and customizing the best business and technical solutions for their unique reqirements, offering support and expertise during every phase of the project plan. The addition of these four major consulting organizations brings the number of PeopleSoft service partners to more than 30, underscoring the company's strong commitment to providing complete business and technology solutions.

ABOUT CAP GEMINI AMERICA

Cap Gemini America (CGA) has provided implementation consulting services to PeopleSoft customers since 1992 through its PeopleSoft Center of Excellence in Southfield, Michigan. With a consultant base strictly dedicated to PeopleSoft services, CGA is now creating a PeopleSoft Solution Center to host the entire breadth of PeopleSoft applications. The Center will provide PeopleSoft clients with development alternatives to best fit their needs, significantly saving time and money during implementation.

"Cap Gemini's impressive global presence will benefit our customers with international implementations," said Frank Strelau, PeopleSoft Vice President of Business Development. "CGA's broad base of experience means that the U.S. and European market can now receive complete solutions for all of their business software needs."

Cap Gemini Sogeti (CGS) is the fourth largest information technology service provider in the world, with 21,000 consultants in 16 countries. Whether supporting major companies and public sector agencies, acting as adviser, prime contractor, manager or integrator, CGS's aim is to help clients achieve their strategic objectives through controlled use of technology on a global level. Cap Gemini America, the New York-based U.S. subsidiary of CGS, was established in 1967 and has attained ISO9001 certification through CGA's quality assurance methodology called PERFORM.

ABOUT COOPERS & LYBRAND, L.L.P.

Coopers & Lybrand's Consulting group (CLC) and Human Resources Advisory (HRA) comprise the world's second largest consulting services organization according to a recent Business Week study. CLC provides general business strategy and technology implementation consulting services focused by industry segment, featuring a full range of strategy, process improvement, and technology services for an enterprise's financial community. Coopers & Lybrand's proprietary systems implementation methodology, SUMMIT, is used around the world as a standard, proven methodology for assisting clients in the successful implementation of software packages such as PeopleSoft's.

HRA provides consulting services in employee benefits, health care, human resource technology, executive compensation, retirement plan design and administration, organizational effectiveness and development, communications service, and casualty, actuarial, and risk management. HRA consultants help PeopleSoft customers to navigate the full range of business concerns, HR issues, and complex government requirements.

Strelau commented, "With the addition of Coopers & Lybrand and KPMG, PeopleSoft now counts all of the 'Big 6' firms as Implementation Partners. Coopers & Lybrand's strong CLC and HRA global practices will help to ensure that PeopleSoft customers receive the highest quality service and support during the implementation process, with the focus clearly on operating efficiency and sound business strategy."

ABOUT IBM

IBM's global services organization ISSC has a dedicated PeopleSoft consulting practice providing a comprehensive range of services to assist organizations in the implementation of PeopleSoft's Financials, Distribution, or HRMS application suites. As an Implementation Partner, IBM provides PeopleSoft product expertise and project management -- often with specific vertical industry strategies and techniques. IBM assists PeopleSoft customers in the determination of a customer's technical architecture, including design, purchase, and integration of hardware, database, and operating systems.

"We are proud to have IBM as an integral partner in implementing PeopleSoft solutions," said Strelau. "IBM and PeopleSoft make a great combination. Now our customers can benefit from the combined strengths of our two organizations to achieve increased productivity, flexibility, and competitive advantage."

IBM has particular expertise when PeopleSoft needs to operate in open, multi-vendor environments with other leading technologies, and can help minimize the risk and manage unexpected changes associated with moving to a client/server environment. IBM, the world's largest provider of IT solutions, is also a leading platform partner for PeopleSoft, providing key hardware and database technology. IBM has also recently become a workflow and software application partner of PeopleSoft's with their PeopleTeller from ISSC, an employee self- service kiosk front-end to PeopleSoft HRMS.

ABOUT KPMG PEAT MARWICK, L.L.P.

KPMG's Strategic Services Consulting (SSC) unit is offering PeopleSoft implementation and integration services and complete lifecycle support backed by the global strength of the firm's worldwide organization, which operates in more than 135 countries. KPMG serves a broad range of industries addressing strategic, technical, operational, and regulatory issues in HR, finance, and supply-chain manufacturing.

"KPMG deploys consultants with expertise in specific industries, " said Strelau. "They assure that our applications are being implemented to maximize operating efficiencies within our joint clients' particular businesses." KPMG's industry groups include financial services; health care & life sciences; public services; manufacturing, retail, and distribution; and information, communications, and entertainment.

KPMG Peat Marwick L.L.P., one of the world's largest professional services firms, is the U.S. practice of Netherlands-based KPMG, the world's most diversified professional services organization and the first "Big Six" firm to restructure its business along industry service lines. KPMG's SSC unit integrates the delivery of operations improvement, enterprise package solutions, and enabling technology resources to meet the evolving business needs of its clients.

ABOUT PEOPLESOFT, INC.

PeopleSoft, Inc. (NASDAQ: PSFT) was established in 1987 to provide innovative software solutions that meet the changing business demands of enterprises worldwide. A client/server applications pioneer and market share leader, PeopleSoft develops, markets, and supports a complete suite of enterprise applications for accounting, materials management, distribution, manufacturing, and human resources. PeopleSoft's innovative use of technology empowers individuals to make informed decisions and manage constant change. With several hundred Fortune 1000 customers around the world, the company has been recognized for both its award-winning customer service and remarkable growth. PeopleSoft was listed by Fortune as one of the fastest growing companies in America in 1994 and 1995, and by Forbes as one of the 200 best small companies in America in 1994. PeopleSoft product and service information can be located on the World Wide Web at http://www.peoplesoft.com.


IETF Spec for Bandwidth Allocation Control
USERS GAIN EASIER ACCESS TO HIGH BANDWIDTH APPLICATIONS ON THE INTERNET AND CORPORATE NETWORKS VIA NEW TECHNOLOGY

Communication and software vendors unite to propose an IETF specification for bandwidth control

(January 4, 1996) - To help end-users get seamless access to high bandwidth applications on the Internet and corporate networks, eight leading data communication industry vendors today announced a new, collectively authored draft specification. This new protocol, Bandwidth Allocation Control Protocol (BACP), will help end-users simply manage multiple links in a dial-up connection. BACP will enable bandwidth to change on demand through a standard set of rules while minimizing the need for end-user to be involved in complex connection configuration issues.

The protocol, especially useful in ISDN environments, also specifies means for the dialed end of a connection to economically callback the end-user using multiple links. BACP will work in conjunction with the existing Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) PPP Multilink specification (RFC 1717). As ISDN deployment grows, PPP multilink implementations are increasingly common and users have a greater need for standards-based interoperabilty for managing dynamic bandwidth. The eight BACP sponsors working together towards this goal are Ascend Communications, Bay Networks, Cisco Systems, Microsoft Corporation, Shiva Corporation, 3Com Corporation, U.S. Robotics and Xylogics.

"PPP Multilink (MP) provides an industry standard approach for the delivery of incremental bandwidth," said John Coons, principal analyst at DataQuest.

"However, it lacks the ability to dynamically control multiple connections in a standardized manner. The new BACP specification, when used in conjunction with PPP multilink, will offer users the best of both worlds," added Coons.

An informational Request for Comment (RFC) on BACP is now in the hands of the IETF and is based upon original work from Shiva Corporation and Ascend Communications with technical modifications from all of the other consortium members. The vendor consortium will also work together for interoperability testing of their solutions in order to ensure seamless connectivity for the end-user. This new RFC has also been submitted to the IETF PPP Mailing List to facilitate broader feedback from other key industry players to begin the formal standardization process.

Detailed information on the current draft is available through IETF lists and ftp.shiva.com in the outgoing/eng directory.


SMART Application Guide for Reliability
S.M.A.R.T. WORKING GROUP RELEASES APPLICATION GUIDE FOR RELIABILITY MANAGEMENT TECHNOLOGY

SILICON VALLEY, CALIF. -- JANUARY 3, 1996 -- The S.M.A.R.T. Working Group, comprised of leading manufacturers of data storage products, today announced the availability of the S.M.A.R.T. Application Guide. The S.M.A.R.T. Application Guide may assist application software, BIOS, and driver developers to increase customer satisfaction and improve compatibility among S.M.A.R.T. system components. Self-Monitoring Analysis and Reporting Technology (S.M.A.R.T.) has been developed to manage the reporting of reliability information for data storage devices.

The informal S.M.A.R.T. Working Group was announced on November 13, 1995 to address the industry-wide implementation of S.M.A.R.T. technology. Its original members include: Conner Peripherals, Fujitsu Limited, Hewlett-Packard Company, IBM Corporation, Maxtor Corporation, Quantum Corporation, Seagate Technology, and Western Digital Corporation. They were joined by participants from related industries including Compaq Computer Corporation, Micro House International, NexStor, Phoenix Technologies Limited, Promise Technology, and Symantec Corporation. Membership in the S.M.A.R.T. Working Group is open to all interested companies.

S.M.A.R.T. capable PC systems are designed to enhance data availability and integrity by warning users of some impending device failures. With sufficient warning, users may have the opportunity to backup vital data and replace suspect devices prior to data loss or unscheduled system downtime. S.M.A.R.T. technology is a key new element in evolving the PC architecture. A specification for S.M.A.R.T. hard drives is supported by certain leading suppliers of ATA products, and has already been placed before the ANSI ATA Standards Committee.

The S.M.A.R.T. Application Guide is available from the following S.M.A.R.T. standards information sources: the S.M.A.R.T. reflector, the S.M.A.R.T. Alliance, and the Small Form Factor Committee. To subscribe to the S.M.A.R.T. reflector (smart@dt.wdc.com) send an e-mail to majordomo@dt.wdc.com. The S.M.A.R.T. Application Guide may also be obtained from the S.M.A.R.T. Alliance at smart@qntm.com. The Small Form Factor Committee can also support requests for the S.M.A.R.T. Application Guide (phone 408-741-1600 for SFF FAX on demand documents).

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FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:

Pattie Adams

Conner Peripherals

(408) 456-3129

Mike Chenery

Fujitsu

(408) 894-3627

Doug Cole

Hewlett-Packard

(208) 396-2515

Bob Neudecker

IBM

(408) 256-5675

Doyle Albee

Maxtor

(303) 678-2405

Bernie Eisman

Quantum

(408) 894-6195

Woody Monroy

Seagate Technology

(408) 439-2838

Brenda Bennett

Western Digital

(206) 712-0735


Spyglass Licenses Web Client Technology
Spyglass Licenses Web Client Technology to Czech Software Firm; Extends Spyglass Distribution Into Eastern Europe

Software602 to Integrate Spyglass Mosaic in Email Application

Naperville, III -- Thursday, January 4, 1996 -- Spyglass Inc. (NASDAQ: SPYG) announced today that the largest software firm in Czechslovakia, Software602, has licensed Spyglass Mosaic Web client technology for incorporation into the company's Mail602 email system.

The agreement adds to Spyglass' growing number of International licensing partners and marks the first time Spyglass has signed an agreement with a software producer that serves Central and Eastern Europe. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed, but the Prague - based Software602 expects to begin shipping Spyglass Mosaic in its products by March 1996.

Software602 is the biggest producer of custom software in Central Europe and the fourth largest software producer in the world (following Microsoft, Lotus and WordPerfect) of enhanced MS Windows-based word processing software, email systems with DES standard encoding and powerful client-server database systems for Windows with SQL Server.

According to Software602 CEO Richard Kaucky, key factors in licensing Spyglass Mosaic were its open architecture and internationalization features. "Spyglass' open approach to business and product design is very important," he said. "We cannot afford to redistribute a proprietary system such as those being offered by Spyglass' competition. We need technology that is easily embedded in our products, updatable and that can be translated with reasonable effort. Spyglass offers all these features, plus they offer a working arrangement that is flexible enough to address any of our needs."

"We appreciate the professional approach of the Spyglass' team," said Roman Kasan, head of Software602's marketing and sales. "Through our partnership, we're bringing the Internet to the majority of our 200,000 legal users in Europe."

"Software 602 is just another example of our quality, open technology winning out over the competition," said Marc Miller, executive vice president of marketing. "In the Internet business, `open' technology is key. That's the focal point of our product offerings and customers are turning away from proprietary systems to flexible open technology from Spyglass."

About Software602

Software602 a.s. is the fourth largest software supplier in the World serving its customers with a highly advanced email system Mail602 running on Novell NetWare, peer-to-peer, Windows NT LANs and WANs (and all other networks allowing sharing files and locking records) with various gateway servers (FaxMail Server (DOS based) supporting fax and mail transmissions, Internet UUCP Server (DOS based), Internet SMTP Server (UNIX based), TELEX Server, Teletext Server, Novell MHS Server, X.400 Server (supporting ISOCOR MTA)), powerful word processing editor WinText (Comparable with MS Word or Lotus AmiPro) with OLE2 support and fully integrated email, running on Windows/Windows95 and enhanced Windows/Windows95 based client-server database system WinBase with highly performed SQL Server and also fully integrated email. All products will be fully 32 bit versions and will offer Spyglass technology support, running on Windows NT, by Spring 1996. Sharing the information and classifying the information is the key target to the company. Company is located at Pod Visnovkou 25, 142 00 Praha 4, The Czech Republic. (Telephone ++42-2-6171 0991, fax: ++42-2-6171 0990, email rkasan@soft602.mail602.cz)

About Spyglass Inc.

Spyglass Inc. (NASDAQ: SPYG) licenses World-Wide Web client and server technologies. The company's principal product, Spyglass Mosaic, is client technology for accessing the World-Wide Web. The Spyglass Server is software that manages information flow between Web clients and Web sites. Spyglass technology is currently licensed by 45 customers, including AT&T, Digital Equipment Corp., IBM, Microsoft and Oracle. Customers embed Spyglass technology in over 120 Internet- based products and services which include connectivity packages, database solutions, on-line services and a variety of end-user desktop applications.

The company headquarters are located at 1230 E. Diehl Road, Naperville, Ill. 60563. Spyglass product research and development facilities are at 3200 Farber Drive, Champaign, Ill. 61821. (Telephone 708.505.1010, ext. 504; fax: 708.505.4944; press email inquiries: Randy Pitzer; Web server, Internet: www.spyglass.com.


Dell Selects STB POWERGRAPH 64 Video
Dell Selects STB's POWERGRAPH 64 Video To Be Offered In The Dell Dimension XPS Line

Win is a Major Coup for STB's New POWERGRAPH 64 Video Graphics/Multimedia Accelerator

Richardson, Texas. --December 18, 1995 -- STB Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: STBI) a leading developer of graphics and multimedia video controllers, today announced that the new innovative STB POWERGRAPH 64 Video graphics controller will be offered with the Dell Dimension XPS line of personal computers.

The announcement represents yet another market victory for STB Systems, currently one of the world's major sources of graphics and multimedia accelerators.

"This business agreement with Dell Computer Corporation demonstrates STB's ongoing efforts to form key relationships with industry leaders," said STB Systems' Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Shane Long. "The future of computer graphics for STB includes our bringing full-motion and full-screen video and graphics capabilities to the user's screen."

Long adds, "the STB POWERGRAPH 64 Video is the next logical step in the unfolding of graphics technology and it strengthens the positioning of STB's product line.  We believe the addition of STB's POWERGRAPH 64 Video within Dell's Dimension XPS line of personal computers, offers this high level of graphics capability to business professionals."

The STB POWERGRAPH 64 Video is the latest addition to STB's product line, and will give Dell's PCs 64-bit graphics acceleration and superior performance under Windows 3.11 and Windows 95 applications. The STB POWERGRAPH 64 Video is a high-performance PCI local bus display controller capable of full-motion and full-screen digital video playback. The product will display standard RGB graphics, video output from NTSC/PAL tuners and decompressed CD-ROM video on any standard Super VGA display monitor.

The STB POWERGRAPH 64 Video is powered by the Trio-64V+ chip from S3, Inc. In the fully-populated 2MB DRAM adapter configuration, the STB POWERGRAPH 64 Video delivers TV-Quality video performance and will support standard 64-bit graphics resolutions at the highest possible refresh rates of up to 160Hz.

UNFOLDING GRAPHICS TECHNOLOGY

Graphics performance is seen as a key force driving the current boom in personal computer sales. A now-emerging generation of advanced graphics accelerator boards give newer PCs the ability to deliver nearly-photo quality images and full-motion video playback performance.

Those improved graphics capabilities allow consumers to fully enjoy today's most popular computer games, business applications, CD-ROM programs and graphical operating systems. As one of the world's largest suppliers of graphics accelerators, STB Systems is a leader in the development of graphics technology.

STB SYSTEMS, INC.

STB Systems, Inc. develops and sells graphic adapters used primarily in IBM-compatible desktop personal computers. STB is one of the largest independent suppliers of graphic adapters worldwide. Founded in 1981 and headquartered in Richardson, Texas, STB Systems, Inc., has established a tradition of designing award-winning graphics controllers and writing specialized video drivers which provide maximum software performance and compatibility.


StrataCom ATM SVCs & ATM Security Features
STRATACOM DELIVERS NEW FOUNDATION FOR SCALABLE ATM AND MULTIMEDIA APPLICATIONS

First WAN Switch Supplier to Deliver ATM SVCs and Advanced ATM Security Features

SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA -- JANUARY 2, 1996 -- To address increasing user requirements for more robust ATM networks, StrataCom today announced the availability and full support of high performance switched virtual circuit (SVC) switching to automate connection set-up and configuration. ATM SVCs provide three key benefits for carriers and end users: scalability, flexibility and ease of use. StrataCom expects to commence beta-testing of ATM SVCs with select customers in the first quarter of this year.

In addition, StrataCom unveiled the industry's first set of ATM signaling and security features that give users more flexibility and unprecedented levels of control across their ATM wide area networks. These new features give companies the ability to prevent unauthorized access among users.

STRATACOM ATM SVCS: FEATURES AND BENEFITS

Available as a system software upgrade, StrataCom's ATM SVCs will support ATM user-to-network (UNI) interfaces ranging from T1/E1 (1.544/2.0 Mbps) and T3/E3 (45/34 Mbps) to OC-3/STM-1 (155 Mbps). StrataCom ATM SVC signaling also includes compliance with both ATM UNI 3.0 and 3.1 with translation between these standards.

The company also said it will support ATM SVC signaling for ATM Frame UNI (FUNI) and ATM Inverse Multiplexed (AIMUX) interfaces with the delivery of these products in the first quarter of 1996. StrataCom also announced support for the Interim Inter-Switch Signaling Protocol (IISP) which provides interoperability with other vendor's ATM switches and the Interim Local Management Interface (ILMI) protocol for ATM connection management.

"Unlike frame relay, ATM is widely viewed as the underlying transport technology for multiple services - making ATM SVCs fundamental in supporting large numbers of users and high volumes of traffic," said Andrew Greenfield, group manager of ATM Market Development for StrataCom. "Even more, SVCs are the foundation for several new ATM-based services such as LAN interworking over ATM using LAN Emulation and Multi-Protocol Over ATM (MPOA) standards. These services will require the ability to rapidly establish and tear-down large numbers of connections."

While permanent virtual circuits or PVCs must be pre-established and manually configured, SVCs make use of ATM signaling information within each ATM cell allowing connections to be automatically set up on- demand by switches as ATM calls are requested by the user.

ATM SVCs provide an ideal foundation for multimedia applications. While router architectures aggregate many users' traffic, the use of ATM SVCs permits a separate connection for each pair of users and each application. This allows quality of service guarantees which are essential for multimedia communications.

Though PVCs remain attractive for customers with a limited number of interconnected devices, as many more users come online - as is evidenced by the growth of the Internet - SVCs become a critical requirement. SVCs significantly reduce network administration by eliminating manual configuration of connections while increasing the flexibility by which devices can be added to the network providing quicker connectivity to all other devices.

Greenfield commented that the company is working on enhancements designed to scale SVC capacity per switch to support millions of concurrent SVC connections and thousands of SVC call set-ups per second.

NEW ATM SECURITY FEATURES

Through the use of address screening (source and destination), customers will now be able to specify, by port, a list of ATM addresses from which users are allowed (or not allowed) to receive or initiate SVC calls. This feature will become a mandatory requirement in public networking environments where large numbers of users from different companies are connected into the same ATM service having access to all other ATM connected devices. StrataCom will also implement additional ATM security mechanisms specified by the ATM Forum's new Security Working Group.

STRATACOM

StrataCom, Inc. (NASD:STRM), based in San Jose, California, USA, develops, delivers and supports FastPacket networking systems for ATM applications in private wide area networks and public carrier servicer offerings, such as frame relay and ATM. StrataCom's family of products, including IPX", IGX, BPX, AXIS, FastPAD, and EdgeConnect, is used to integrate and transport a wide variety of corporate information, including voice, data, video, LANs, image and multimedia traffic in narrowband to broadband ATM network applications.

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Contacts:

David Callisch                                      Barbara Burdick

PR Manager                               Director, Public Relations

StrataCom                                                 StrataCom

(408) 882-2521                                       (408) 494-2003

dcallisch@strata.com                            bburdick@strata.com

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Utah Tech Watch - Jan 6
We've just arranged permission to re-distribute copies of this weekly technology newsletter from David Politis as part of our regular newswire. Hope you find it interesting and worthwhile....

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UTAH TECH WATCH - - by David Politis - - 1/6-8/96 Edition

Nothing like a nice acquisition to get 1996 started off with a bang.

No, Novell's Business Applications Division hasn't been bought yet. But Salt Lake City's Mainstream Data was.

The acquisition was announced on Tuesday as a done deal as Tempe, Ariz.-based WavePhore, Inc. announced it had completed the purchase of Mainstream for $31 million. The deal was for $20 in cash and $11 million in restricted stock.

For its part, WavePhore said in a news release that it plans to operate Mainstream "as a wholly owned subsidiary and maintain current management."

Publicly traded WavePhore (Nasdaq: WAVO) has developed proprietary products and services for low cost, high speed distribution of digital data, via the existing worldwide television broadcast infrastructure.

Based upon information included in the acquisition announcement release and previous news releases from WavePhore, it appears that WavePhore purchased Mainstream Data for two main reasons.

One, its expertise in operating data broadcasting networks in North America. And two, its most recent product introduction and most rapidly growing business: Mainstream Newscast, a broadcast- delivered corporate news and information resource.

Acquisition telegraphed

Anyone tracking WavePhore during the holidays would have noticed its announcement on Dec. 27 that it had completed a private placement of $25 million for Series A Convertible Preferred Shares.

Key among the stated reasons for the outside funding was for "corporate purposes to accelerate our growth, including acquisitions, in the Data Broadcasting business," said WavePhore chairman, president and CEO, David Deeds.

Sounds like they already had something in mind.

Ties to Intel

Just for the heck of it, I looked up other WavePhore announcements from the past 12 months.

Among the most interesting tidbits I uncovered was a May 1995 announcement of a technology and investment agreement between Intel Corp. and WavePhore.

Without going into all the details, suffice it to say that WavePhore agreed to develop technology that will allow Intel products to receive data that have been transmitted within video television signals. Real Buck Rogers stuff.

As a result, Intel was to pay WavePhore $500,000 in cash, as well as other license fees and royalties, and earned the right to purchase up to 250,000 shares of WavePhore stock over the next two years.

Sounds like Mainstream may have gotten itself bought by a pretty interesting company.

The Year of Acquisitions?

Speaking of acquisitions, although only a week old, 1996 may shape up to be the "Year of Acquisitions" in Utah's high-tech industry.

Barring some weird event, the purchase of Novell's BizApps division should be completed no later than mid-April.

And although company management is not "shopping" the company, it would not surprise me to see one or more companies take a run at acquiring Novell once the WordPerfect sale is completed. And if not an outright acquisition, perhaps a strategic partnership formed that would involve a serious stock position.

Given the strength of the IPO market in 1995, the first sign of weakness in public offerings will lead many company executives to look again at the Mergers & Acquisition option. As a result, I expect several of Utah's high-tech firms to be acquired in 1996.

But that's just my opinion.

An uneasy feeling

During the holidays, Micron Technology announced that it was cutting back on its use of round-the-clock construction crews on the building of its Lehi manufacturing facility.

Its stated reasons were simple and believable -- unseasonable weather had let its work crews get ahead of schedule, and Micron no longer felt it necessary to pay overtime rates for its construction efforts.

On the surface, its sounds like a smart business decision, and it probably is.

So why is it that a ton of people keep asking me "What's going on with Micron?" Don't they believe Micron's official statements for the construction slow-down?

The company just came off a record year with profits of more than $800 million.

At the same time, however, its stock price has been roughly halved in the past six months.

And as Forbes magazine reported this summer, there are more than 35 new memory chip manufacturing facilities around the globe that are somewhere between completion and beginning construction.

I just wonder if Micron management has decided it's hearing its competitors' footsteps.

Looks like 1996 will be an exciting year for Utah's high-tech industry.

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A marketing communications consultant that specializes in high-tech and health care clients, David Politis welcomes column ideas at 801-569-2592 or via the Internet at dpolitis@altatech.com.


Tune-a-Fish for PROVOX Controllers
Tune-a-Fish for PROVOX

Jan 2, 1996 -- Tune-a-Fish software makes it easy to tune and analyze PID loops in any PROVOX controller. According to initial users, Tune-a-Fish saves 2-6 hours of tuning time per loop. To tune and analyze a PID loop: 1) Connect a serial cable from your PC to the SIU or computer port, 2) select the loop DBI or port & point, 3) follow the auto-tune sequence, 4) click on "Download".

A "performance increase" will show you how much better your process will operate - it is the percent of improvement in response to disturbances. This function helps the user to decide whether or not to download. Choose slow, fast, or fastest load tuning or setpoint (lambda or IMC) tuning. Tune-a-Fish allows you to test your loop off-line in each category before downloading the tuning.

Tune-a-Fish includes powerful simulation, modeling, robustness and frequency analysis graphs of your plant loop, simply by clicking "Analysis".

Simulation shows you the response of your loop before you download tuning. Try "what if" analysis off-line. Set point or load response plots for current and new settings. Change selection of PID tuning or modify a suggested setting and the simulation graphs update.

Robustness plots quickly show the tradeoff between tuning and stability. They show how sensitive the loop is to gain and dead time changes. See the robustness of the current and new settings before you download tuning.

Filtering may improve performance. Test difference filters and/or apply it to your data and instantly see the effect on PID tuning.

Tune-a-Fish automatically analyzes loop data to quickly determine if reducing hysteresis will improve loop control. Tune-a-Fish checks the valve sizing and transmitter span and makes recommendations of what to do if they are out of normal range.

Tune-a-Fish includes complete context sensitive on-line help and an easy-to-use Windows graphical interface.

ExperTune Inc.

Gerry Engineering Software Inc

4734 Sonseeahray Dr.

Hubertus WI 53033

(414) 628-0088


The Great Kat CD-ROM Signing, Jan 17 NYC
The Great Kat CD-ROM Signing!

The World's Fastest Guitarist At J&R Computer World in NYC

Wed, Jan 17,  11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Meet the outrageous creator of Digital Beethoven On Cyberspeed CD-ROM in Person

Come and meet The Great Kat and get your Digital Beethoven On Cyberspeed CD-ROM personally autographed by the High-Priestess of Guitar Shred at J&R Computer World, 23 Park Row (Between Beekman and Ann St.), in New York City on Wed., Jan 17 at 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, (212) 238-9100.

A Juilliard graduate violin virtuoso-turned world's fastest guitarist and reincarnation of Beethoven. The Great Kat, has just released Digital Beethoven On Cyberspeed from The Bureau of Electronic Publishing. A twisted interpretation of classical and speed metal music. Digital Beethoven on Cyberspeed is destined to become a cult classic. The Great Kat will personally give you a Cyberspeed demonstration of this unique CD-ROM.

"I DATE you to come to J&R and PROVE you're GENIUS enough to understand Cyberspeed!!!" threatens The Great Kat.

What the critics are saying...

Entertaiment Weekly:

"The Great Kat, Julliard prodigy-turned-caterwauling speed-metal guitarist, may be abrasive, but judging from this disc, she's never boring. A-"

Good Times Magazine:

"Digital Beethoven On Cyberspeed is going to change the way we look at CD-ROMs forever."

Seattle Times:

"I found this title an exceptional piece of work, light years away from the banal pablum found on most multimedia efforst."


Interactive Bloodborne Disease Training
Interactive Bloodborne Disease Training Program Demo Disk Available

Fullerton, CA-A demo disk illustrating an interactive computer-based training program, Protecting Yourself Against Bloodborne Diseases, can be obtained from SAVANT Audiovisuals, Inc. Designed to reach an audience in clinical, medical and industrial environments, the program demonstrated is light in style and easy to use for people with all levels of education.

Developed to help evaluate before purchase, the demo disk contains sample segments of the program, which teaches what OSHA expects employees to know according to the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard. It offers instruction on the important OSHA BBP regulations and how they apply to various rooms in a typical facility: nurse's and manager's offices, snack room and Lab.

The interactive program also facilitates OSHA recordkeeping requirements by compiling a training history for each person who logs in and automatically recording test questions, responses and test scores. The content is customizable to the individual facility's policies and procedures.

Instructions and a complete outline accompany the demo disk. Protecting Yourself Against Bloodborne Diseases requires an IBM-compatible PC running Windows 3.1 or later.

To order the demo or to receive free literature listing all SAVANT's chemical hazards and biohazards training programs, call (714) 870-7880, (800) 472-8268 or FAX (714) 526-7400, or write SAVANT Audiovisuals, Inc., 801 East Chapman Ave., P.O. Box 3670, Fullerton, CA 92634.


Multi-Tech Systems COMDEX Fall'95 Review
Multi-Tech Systems COMDEX Fall'95 Review: patents, new products, and ISDN too.

The big news at COMDEX Fall '95 was expressed in the "Follow the Leader in DSVD" T-shirts we handed out. They underscored the fact that Multi-Tech Systems has now been granted three patents (US Patent numbers 5,452,289, 5,453,986 and 5,471,470) for digital simultaneous voice and data (DSVD) technology. This is the technology that is used in our MultiModemPCS line of voice/data/fax modems, as well as in similar DSVD modems produced by other manufacturers.

Some other highlights of our COMDEX '95 exhibit included:

* New preconfigured MiniArray. Making this easy-to-use communications server easier still, our new MA8NWC/HD MiniArray is an integrated 8-port NetWare Connect communications server that interfaces to any Novell network. And our new MA8CWF/HD MiniArray incorporates affordable WinFrame software from CITRIX and is as close to plug-and-play as any Windows communications server on the market today.

* New Routers. The MultiRouter and RouteFinder facilitate LAN access by linking remote Ethernet LANs over WAN services. Both incorporate advanced technology including ISDN communications capability, that make them a powerful, combined solution to meet a variety of network access needs.

* New ISDN capability. In addition to that found in our new routers, we announced a variety of ISDN-related product developments, which will be available early 1996. They will include the IWay line of ISDN terminal adapters, which will allow you to communicate with analog and digital devices over a single ISDN line. We will also bring integrated ISDN and routing capabilities to our new LANTalker and DataTalker line of voice/fax/data concentrators.

Multi-Tech Systems Inc

2205 Woodale Dr

Mounds View, MN 55112

612-785-3500,  800-328-9717,  fax 612-785-9874

WWW: http//www.multitech.com


Lost Cost CFR CD-ROM Available for Macintosh
Low Cost CFR CD-ROM NOW AVAILABLE For Macintosh

Improved compilation software significantly reduces the costs associated with publishing CFRs (Code of Federal Regulations) on CD-ROM. All Fifty Titles of the U.S. Code of Federal Regulations including all text, tables and graphics are now available on CD-ROM along with Adobe Acrobat search and retrieve software for about one dollar per Title.

The Adobe Acrobat software may be installed for Mac, DOS, Windows or UNIX and allows FULL Boolean Searches on ALL 50 Titles with a single inquiry. The display and printing is EXACTLY page-for-page with the Official hard-copy version.

The breakthrough compilation software delivers the full-text CFRs at a little over A DOLLAR PER TITLE. The CFRs are generated direct from the U.S. Government Printing Office electronic media and are updated each quarter. There is no restriction on reuse of the U.S. Government material and no extra charges for LAN installations.

The compilation software was developed by the engineers at SOLUTIONS Software Corporation to dramatically reduce production and editing costs in the preparation of Regulatory Datafiles.

The Fifty CFR Titles on CD-ROM are the full-text equivalent to over 200 hardcopy books as available from the Government Printing Office and other sources. The CFRs on CD-ROM are available as most recent issue or on annual subscription.

The "Almost FREE" CFRs on CD-ROM is available from the publisher

Inquiries may be directed via FAX to E-Mail to "solution@env-sol.com" or via World Wide Web to "http://www.env-sol.com"

For further information, please contact:

SOLUTIONS Software Corporation

1795 Turtle Hill Road

Enterprise, Florida 32725 USA

Telephone: (407) 321-7912

FAX: (407) 323-4893 or (407) 321-3098


Mirus Awarded E Award Exporting Excellence
MIRUS AWARDED PRESIDENT'S 'E' AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN EXPORTING

Manufacturer of Desktop Slide Presentation FilmPrinters Recognized for its Contributions to U.S. Balance of Trade

Santa Clara, CA -- January 2, 1996 -- Mirus Industries Corp., today said that it has been awarded the President's 'E' Award for Excellence in Exporting.

The award was presented to Mirus executives in person by Ron Brown, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Commerce, in the name of President Clinton. Secretary Brown remarked that Mirus' recognition stems from its significant contribution as a small company to U.S. exports, with equipment currently being sold into more than fifty countries.

Bruce MacKay, Mirus' president of chief executive officer, said, 'I believe that the combination of Mirus' international sensibilities, based on experience, along with U.S. technological and marketing know-how, and capped by an understanding of the demand for desktop slidemaking systems worldwide, contributed directly to our recognition by the U.S. Government.'

Mirus develops, manufactures and markets a line of digital desktop 35-mm slidemaking systems called FilmPrinters used by scientific, medical, industrial and business end users as well as service bureaus for high-resolution presentations.

Mirus' superior export performance over the last four years was the qualification for an 'E' Award, demonstrated by a comprehensive written application. This documented the significant portion of total product sales constituted by company exports, which are in excess of the industry average. In addition, Mirus showed evidence of a substantial increase in export volumes over the period, and also showed that its methodology resulted in breakthroughs in especially competitive markets as well as the introduction of new products into U.S. export trade. Also documented were key export issues and obstacles overcome, along with the effectiveness of the company's international marketing program.

According to the Dept. of Commerce, the 'E' Award is patterned after the practice of recognizing production plants during World War II, during which it became a symbol of patriotism in action. The modern-day adaptation of the 'E' Award in 1961 became a recognition of the importance of export trade to the economic security of the nation.

Mirus Industries Corporation, incorporated in 1991 and privately-held, offers a complete line of high-resolution, economical desktop digital slidemaking systems. Through the use of popular software, users easily and quickly create and print high-resolution 35-mm color slide presentations on IBM PC-compatible, or Apple Macintosh computers. User benefits are significant cost and time savings with rapid payback to end user or service bureau owners.

Mirus users depend on slides for the high-resolution communication of a variety of graphics material, as slides are the preferred medium to project a professional image through high-quality, high-impact color presentations. Mirus products are widely used for medical and scientific research symposia and conference presentations, as well as education and training seminars.


Painter Wow! Book with PC/Mac CD-ROM
Book/CD-ROM with a High Wow! Factor

Berkeley, CA-After looking through the hundreds of extraordinary full-color original illustrations in The Painter Wow! Book, and after exploring the range of creative styles and effects available in Fractal Design Painter 3.0 and 3.1, readers can have only one response: "Wow!" Graphic artists have been raving about Painter, the outstanding program that can replicate traditional media at the same time it can do many things that no traditional media can. This book is its ideal companion, offering high-quality images and expert instruction. The accompanying CD ROM is the icing: It provides custom tools and recorded sessions from experienced Painter artists, plus dozens of royalty-free images. Both the book and the CD-ROM are suitable for Mac or Windows versions of Painter.

The real-world Painter examples in the book serve as the basis of instruction. Each illustration is accompanied by step-by-step descriptions showing readers how the piece was created and how they can apply the same techniques to their own work. The book begins with some basics-color theory, art history, a quick view of Painter-and goes on to cover painting with brushes, working with selections, paths and masks, using floaters, enhancing photos, exploring special effects, doing multimedia, printing, and much more. It's for artists making the transition from traditional to digital media, photographers, multimedia designers, graphic designers, and anyone out for some not-so-cheap creative thrills.

Author Cher Threinen-Pendarvis is a fine artist and has worked with both traditional and electronic art tools for more than 20 years. She teaches at Platt College in San Diego and lectures frequently on image editing as well as being a regular contributor to several national publications. She is principal of Cher Threinen Design, a San Diego design firm. Co-author Jim Benson is a regular contributor to Macworld, MacUser, and Publish. He co-authored The Gray Book and is principal of Graphica, a San Diego design firm.

The Painter Wow! Book (with PC/Macintosh CD-ROM)

by Cher Threinen-Pendarvis and Jim Benson

Price: $39.95

Size: 224 pages; 7.5" x9.25"

ISBN: 1 50009-147-0

Publication date: 1/95

Peachpit Press

2414 Sixth St, Berkeley, CA 94710

800-283-9444,  510-548-4393,  fax 510-548-5991

URL: http://www.peachpit.com


Photoshop 3 Wow! Book, Windows Edition
Photoshop Wow!" Wows Again

Berkeley, CA-Peachpit's prize-winning Photoshop Wow! is back. An exciting new edition including a CD-ROM, The Photoshop 3 Wow! Book, Windows Edition, provides practical, professional tips and techniques for getting the most out of the latest version of Adobe Photoshop. The previous edition of The Photoshop Wow! Book, a worldwide bestseller with over 150,000 copies in six languages, was recognized as "The Most Useful Computer Book" of 1994 by the International Digital Imaging Association. It also received the Computer Press Association's award as the "Best Advanced How-To Software Book" for 1994.

The full-color Photoshop 3 Wow! Book contains nearly 50% more pages than the previous edition. Photoshop's latest, hottest features are thoroughly detailed and demonstrated, including layers, transparency, customizable palettes, and lighting effects. The companion CD-ROM features working demo versions of all of Adobe's major graphics applications, a large collection of stock photos, filters, power tools, and "Wow! Widgets" (ready-to-wear special effects that can be layered onto any image).

The book uses the same accessible design, organization, and precise writing style that made the previous edition so successful. Step-by-step techniques, completely revised to reflect innovations in Photoshop 3, illustrate how to tackle particular, real-world projects. Galleries of images by experienced Photoshop artists serve as both example and inspiration.

Award-winning co-authors Linnea Dayton and Jack Davis are Photoshop and desktop publishing veterans. Dayton has produced numerous books, articles, and publications on electronic design and graphics. Jack Davis, principal of JH Davis Design, has been a contributing author and illustrator for many books and articles on computer imagery.

The Photoshop 3 Wow! Book, Windows edition (with CD-ROM)

by Linnea Dayton and Jack Davis

Price: $44.95

Size: 288 pages; 7.6" x 9.25"

ISBN: 0-201-88370-8

Publication date: 11/95.

Peachpit Press

2414 Sixth St, Berkeley, CA 94710

800-283-9444,  510-548-4393,  fax 510-548-5991

URL: http://www.peachpit.com


Designing Multimedia
Designing for the New Media Landscapes

Berkeley, CA-Designing for the screen is very different from designing on-screen, as many artists, designers, and architects are finding out when they leap into the new world of multimedia. Presentations, multimedia products, and web sites present a whole new set of design challenges, whether it's structuring information, anticipating the user's experience, or making the interface visually compelling. Then there are new technical issues and production processes. Why, it's enough to send a creative person back to charcoal and tablets-or to a book that covers it all, such as Designing Multimedia.

Lavishly illustrated with hundreds of multimedia screen shots, and with an emphasis on understanding the medium, this book provides a "holistic soup-to-nuts approach" tour through the multimedia creation process, from initial concept through final production. It covers user interface design, graphic production tips, practical strategies, color and palettes, and much more. Plus, it includes fascinating profiles of six real-world multimedia products.

The book grew out of a class the author taught through the Multimedia Studies Program at San Francisco State University. As befits a book for visual people, 85 percent of it is devoted to colorful illustrations, making it a visually rich resource to draw upon in learning how to create works for these new landscapes.

Author Lisa Lopuck is a multimedia art director and designer who has put the creative face on a variety of interactive products for both the educational and entertainment markets. She is on the faculty of San Francisco State University's Multimedia Studies Program.

Designing Multimedia

by Lisa Lopuck

Price: $34.95

Size: 160 pp, 11" x 8.5"

ISBN: 0-201-88398-8

Publication date: 1/95

Peachpit Press

2414 Sixth St, Berkeley, CA 94710

800-283-9444,  510-548-4393,  fax 510-548-5991

URL: http://www.peachpit.com


Real World Photoshop 3: Techniques
Deep Cover for Pixel Fixers

Real World Photoshop 3: Industrial Strength Techniques is the definitive guide to production techniques in Photoshop-color correction, tonal correction, color separation, sharpening, silhouettes, and other tasks that production users deal with all day, every day. Unlike other Photoshop books that are loaded with special effects techniques, Real World Photoshop 3 is loaded with nuts-and-bolts, day-in and day-out production techniques that professionals can use to move images through the system.

Authors David Blatner and Bruce Fraser reveal Photoshop production secrets that have never seen print before what the Separation and Printing Inks setup dialog boxes really do; how to use the eyedroppers in Levels and Curves to target images for different press conditions; neutralizing color casts quickly and easily; fast methods for creating those "nightmare" silhouettes; how to get world-class drop shadows on pages with Photoshop, PageMaker, and QuarkXPress; and much more.

Dozens of color photographs, hundreds of black and white photographs, and many line drawings and screen shots enrich the straightforward text. In the ongoing tradition of the Real World series of books, Real World Photoshop 3 is a seminal contribution to the field. It is essential reading for every Photoshop user who needs to get images into Photoshop, and back out again onto film or paper.

Authors David Blatner and Bruce Fraser have written many books between them including the award-winning The QuarkXPress Book (Peachpit Press) and Real World PageMaker 5: Industrial Strength Techniques. David Blatner is a graphic arts consultant specializing in electronic publishing and Bruce Fraser is a contributing editor to both MacWEEK and

Price: $39.95

Size: 500 pages; 7.5 x 9.25

ISBN: 1-56609-169-1

Publication date: 10/95.

Peachpit Press

2414 Sixth St, Berkeley, CA 94710

800-283-9444,  510-548-4393,  fax 510-548-5991

URL: http://www.peachpit.com


Clip Art Crazy, Windows Edition
Clip Art Crazy

Clip Art Redefined

Berkeley, CA-It used to be taken for granted that clip art was to real art what Muzak was to music. But things have really changed These days, the people creating clip art are often sought-after artists routinely paid top-dollar to produce a single illustration. The people using it range from high-end publishers, ad agencies, and design studios that formerly shunned canned art, to those of us who add images to the printed page to tell a story, create a mood, or focus attention. Because virtually every word processing, desktop publishing, and presentation software package has the tools to import, size, and crop clip art, this new art world is accessible to anyone with a computer and a CD-ROM drive.

Clip Art Crazy, Windows Edition, is a book/CD-ROM package that introduces readers to this colorful new world through a collection of 50 extraordinary clip-art projects-from business to fun--that readers can re-create, choosing from the hundreds of images included on the CD-ROM. The book covers everything readers need to know to incorporate great-looking clip art into projects ranging from newsletters and flyers to invitations, pop-up cards, posters, and ornaments. It includes tips and techniques for finding, choosing, and using clip art, plus a catalog of the best clip art images from 20 leading clip art sources (Art Parts, Ultimate Symbol, Iconomics, et al) whose innovations have redefined the field. The CDROM includes 500 samples selected by the author to demonstrate the breadth of subjects and styles available.

Author Chuck Green wrote The Desktop Publisher's Idea Book (Random House). He is a regular columnist for Before & After and Technique Magazine, and is the principal of Logic Arts Corporation, a firm specializing in the development of add-in computer software.

Clip Art Crazy, Windows Edition (w/CDROM)

by Chuck Green

Price: $34.95

Size: 384 pages; 7" x 9"

ISBN: 0-201-88361-9

Publication date: 1/96

Peachpit Press

2414 Sixth St, Berkeley, CA 94710

800-283-9444,  510-548-4393,  fax 510-548-5991

URL: http://www.peachpit.com


HyperCard 2.3 in a Hurry
HyperCard in a Hurry is Fast Track to Multimedia Authoring

Berkeley, CA-Since its release in 1987, HyperCard has fumed thousands of Mac users into programmers. Now HyperCard 2.3 is here, with great new color and multimedia capabilities, and Peachpit has released HyperCard 2.3 in a Hurry. This new edition of George Beekman's popular primer (over 30,000 people have learned HyperCard from previous editions) takes beginners on a self-paced, hands-on tutorial through the basics and beyond. In just a few hours, nonprogrammers will have the power of multimedia authoring in their hands -- using lively and easy-to-follow lessons to design, build, and customize sophisticated HyperCard stacks.

HyperCard 2.3 in a Hurry focuses on helping the reader produce results right away. Although each illustrated session adds a layer of understanding and skill, every level includes a variety of projects that can be put to immediate, practical use. Advanced sessions take you "behind the buttons" to HyperTalk, the programming language that hides under HyperCard's friendly point-and-click interface. Sessions conclude with summaries, exercises, and projects to reinforce learned skills and principles.

Sessions 1 and 2 provide the fundamentals, with a guided tour of HyperCard features from the user's point of view and an introduction to customizing existing stacks. Sessions 3 and 4 introduce HyperCard's most important tools-cards, buttons, links and backgrounds-as you create dynamic, multilayer projects. Sessions 5 and 6 explore the HyperTalk programming language with sound effects, animation, and non-linear writing. Session 7 unlocks the impact of multimedia authoring through color, customized soundtracks, digitized speech, and video clips all without scripting. Five appendices and a glossary contain enough reference material to make HyperCard 2.3 in a Hurry a valuable supplement to a college or business training class as well as to more advanced users.

Author George Beekman is a senior instructor in the Oregon State University Computer Science Department. He is also the author of Computer Currents: Navigating Tomorrow's Technology (Benjamin/Cummings), a computer science textbook, as well as a regular contributor to Macworld.

HyperCard 2.3 in a Hurry

by George Beekman

Price: $24.95

Size: 384 pages, 7" x 9"

ISBN: 0-201-88446-1

Publication Date: 11/95

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Adobe & PictureWeb Photos Online Alliance
Adobe Systems and PictureWeb Form Alliance to Offer Easy Access to Photos Online

Adobe PhotoDeluxe Software and PictureWeb Picture Service on America Online Provide Consumers with Unique Digital Photo Offering

Las Vegas (January 4, 1996) -- Adobe Systems Incorporated (Nasdaq: ADBE) and PicturePlace, Inc. (keyword: PictureWeb), a partner of the America Online (AOL) Greenhouse, today announced a strategic alliance regarding consumer digital photography here at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES). Designed to promote the use of digital photography among consumers, this unique offer combines Adobe PhotoDeluxe photo editing software for Macintosh and Windows with the PictureWeb picture service to provide easy access to photo digitization technology and software for enhancing and modifying personal photographs. The offer provides Adobe PhotoDeluxe users with a PictureWeb starter kit, including access to the PictureWeb service, and 10 free hours on AOL for new members. In addition, members of AOL can access product information and tips and techniques regarding Adobe PhotoDeluxe software in the PictureWeb main menu, and order the software online using the service.

"We have been searching for the perfect product that combines great picture editing tools with incred-ible ease-of-use to recommend to our PictureWeb customers," said Terry Ulick, co-founder, PictureWeb. "Adobe PhotoDeluxe is the perfect product--consumers can use it for creating exciting photo projects once they have received their digital pictures from the PictureWeb service."

"This alliance greatly advances the consumer digital photography market. PictureWeb is a quick and easy means for digitizing personal photographs and Adobe PhotoDeluxe software provides consumers with the tools to get creative with their photos," said Bruce Chizen, vice president, Adobe consumer products group. "Adobe PhotoDeluxe and PictureWeb offer an ideal solution to the question of what to do with the dozens of pictures taken during the holidays. Consumers can easily develop their film using the PictureWeb service and then use Adobe's software to add their images to a 1996 calendar, or 'thank you' card."

Easy Digital Photography Comes to the Home

The PictureWeb service provides members a quick, easy and cost-effective way to share photographs electronically with family and friends. Adobe PhotoDeluxe will come with a PictureWeb starter kit including a special offer for photo digitization using the PictureWeb service. Within 24-hours of receiving prints, slides or negatives, PictureWeb provides original images online for instant viewing and downloading. These images can then be incorporated into calendars, greeting cards, or dozens of other creative projects using Adobe PhotoDeluxe software. Photo clean-up such as removing "red eye," enhancing image quality and removing unwanted objects can also be performed using the software. In addition, the PictureWeb starter kit comes with an America Online start-up disk good for 10 free hours on AOL for new users who sign-up for the service. The PictureWeb starter kit will come in the Adobe PhotoDeluxe package, or customers can receive the kit by calling PictureWeb customer service at 1-800-398-8342.

PictureWeb members can also easily receive Adobe PhotoDeluxe product information and can view sample activities by accessing an Adobe PhotoDeluxe button in the PictureWeb main menu. Members can then purchase Adobe PhotoDeluxe software through the PictureWeb service at the estimated street price of $89.

Adobe PhotoDeluxe Software for Enhancing and Modifying Personal Photographs

Adobe PhotoDeluxe offers many of the same rich features as found in Adobe Photoshop, the indus-try- leading image-editing software for professional graphic artists and designers. The product features a user-friendly interface that visually guides users through a series of easy-to-follow steps for modify-ing photos. The program provides users two modes of working in the program: Guided Activities and On Your Own. In either mode, the user interface visually guides both novice and expert users through each step of the photo modification and enhancement process.

Projects included in Guided Activities include customizing a card with photos, text and clip-art, creating a calendar with personal photos for each month, or removing dust and scratches from an old photo. Adobe PhotoDeluxe simplifies each project by guiding users through each step in the activity from opening a photo file to saving and printing. Projects created in Guided Activities can be further modified in the On Your Own mode using the same easy-to-use tools.

PictureWeb Online Service for Digital Pictures

Established in September 1995, PictureWeb is the first online picture service. PictureWeb is a part of the AOL Greenhouse, a business unit of America Online that supports entrepreneurs in the creation of ground-breaking interactive content developed exclusively for the online medium. Features of PictureWeb include PictureAlbums for storage of members' high-resolution pictures, freeing up users valuable hard drive space, and PictureCircle for sharing pictures with friends, family and business associates online. The service also offers 24-hour online picture development for a cost of $.99 per photo (with no minimum) for downloading, viewing or sending to other online areas.

Adobe For You Product Line

Adobe PhotoDeluxe is the first product from Adobe's consumer product line that brings the company's professional graphics technology to consumers with an innovative user interface and refined feature set. The Adobe consumer group's new Adobe For You product line offers easy-to-use drawing and painting, desktop publishing and photo creativity software for the home and small business.

Adobe Systems Incorporated, founded in 1982, is headquartered in Mountain View, California. Adobe develops, markets and supports computer software products and technologies that enable users to create, display, print and communicate electronic documents. The company licenses its technology to major computer, printing and publishing suppliers, and markets a line of applications software and type products for authoring visually rich documents. Additionally, the company markets the Adobe For You line of consumer products geared toward home and small business users. Adobe has subsidiar-ies in Europe and the Pacific Rim serving a worldwide network of dealers and distributors. Adobe's 1994 revenue was approximately $598 million.

AOL Greenhouse

The AOL Greenhouse provides Picture Place with online production support including full utilization of AOL's publishing tools, Internet publishing support, seed equity funding, marketing resources, online promotion, and an audience of more than 4 million America Online subscribers. Partners in The AOL Greenhouse are given the opportunity to team with interactive marketing partners to assist in the development of new revenue streams.

America Online, Inc., (NASDAQ symbol: AMER), based in Vienna, VA is the largest and fastest growing provider of online services in the world with the most active subscriber base. AOL offers its more than 4.5 million subscribers a wide variety of services, including electronic mail, conferencing, soft-ware, computing support, interactive magazines and newspapers and online classes, as well as easy and affordable access to services of the Internet. AOL has a global workforce consisting of more than 2,500 people. Founded in 1985, AOL has established strategic alliances with dozens of companies, including Capital Cities/ABC, Viacom, Bertelsmann, Hachette, IBM, Compaq and American Express. Personal computer owners can obtain America Online software at major retailers and bookstores, or by calling 800-827-6364.


Adobe Plans Expansion in Greater Seattle
Adobe Systems Plans Expansion in Greater Seattle

Third-largest Personal Computer Software Firm Investigating Sites in Seattle and on Eastside

Seattle, Wash. (December 7, 1995) (Nasdaq:ADBE)--Adobe Systems Incorporated today announced that it is investigating sites for a 310,000 square foot facility in the greater Seattle area to consolidate its operations and provide for expansion. In addition to looking at build-to-suit sites, Adobe will analyze a redevelopment of its existing Pioneer Square facilities where the company's 550 Seattle employees currently occupy two buildings.

Following its September 1994 merger with Aldus Corporation, Mountain View, Calif.-based Adobe centralized several operations at its Seattle facility. In addition to the company's sales operations, technical and customer support and advanced technology research, Adobe's Seattle employees are responsible for the development of several of Adobe's award-winning products including Adobe PageMaker, Adobe Persuasion and Adobe After Effects.

"Adobe's Seattle employees are essential to the company's continued success and we are firmly com-mitted to growing our presence in the Puget Sound area. A new facility is necessary to accommodate our growth here," said John Brandon, vice president and general manager of Adobe Systems in Seattle. Adobe will announce its site selection in the first quarter of 1996. The new facility, which will house up to 750 employees, is scheduled to be completed in early 1998.

"After more than a year of research we have a short list of potential sites in the greater Seattle area that meet Adobe's criteria," said real estate consultant Craig Kinzer. "We will continue to examine these sites for the next few months to determine the best fit."

Adobe Systems Incorporated was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in Mountain View, Califor-nia. Adobe develops, markets and supports computer software products and technologies that enable users to create, display, print and communicate all kinds of information. The company licenses its technology to major computer, printing and publishing suppliers, and markets a line of applications software and type products for authoring visually rich documents. Additionally, the company markets a line of powerful, but easy-to-use, products for home and small-business users. Adobe has subsidiar-ies in Europe and the Pacific Rim, serving a worldwide network of dealers and distributors. Adobe's 1994 revenue was approximately $598 million.


Adobe Integrates Java Technology in PageMill
Adobe To Integrate Java Technology for Web Publishing

Company Licenses Language for Use in Adobe Acrobat and Adobe PageMill authoring tools

Mountain View, Calif., (December 6, 1995) (Nasdaq: ADBE) -- Adobe Systems Incorporated announced today it has signed an agreement with Sun Microsystems Inc. to broadly license Sun's Java programming language and integrate Java support into future versions of Adobe PageMill Web authoring software and Adobe Acrobat electronic document software.

For the millions of customers in the corporate and professional publishing market and the thousands of Adobe developers, the agreement signifies new possibilities for interactivity and professional-quality design in Web-based content and authoring tools. The agreement also represents the combination of technologies from two of the industry's fastest growing Internet standards: Adobe Acrobat, which is widely used by major corporations, professional publishers, and government agencies for the platform-independent distribution of visually rich information; and Java, Sun's industry-leading programming language for cross-platform, network-based applications.

"The huge installed base of Adobe customers will have the opportunity to merge their professional design and communication skills with the interactive capabilities of the Web in an unprecedented way," said John Warnock, CEO, Adobe Systems Incorporated. "With technologies such as Java and Acrobat , Adobe and Sun can open Web publishing to a much wider range of content providers and end-users while significantly improving the Internet as a platform for business and consumer communications."

As part of the agreement, Adobe will integrate support for Java applets, small programs created by Java that can run on any client system, into Adobe software. Adobe is also considering the integration of Java technology across the company's products and application programming interfaces (APIs), enabling Adobe and its third-party partners to more easily develop new functionality that works across Adobe applications and computer platforms.For Immediate Release For more information: Rick Brown Adobe Systems Incorporated 415 962.6060 ribrown@adobe.com http://www.adobe.com/

"Through products such as PostScript and Acrobat, Adobe has been addressing the market need for technologies that bridge the incompatibilities of various computer platforms and applications for over a decade," continued Warnock. "With Java, we can increase the solutions we offer to liberate both customers and software developers from the limits of proprietary technology."

"As the third largest PC software company with thousands of developer partners, Adobe can offer a huge competitive advantage to the software industry by enabling customers and third party partners to more easily develop products that could instantly work across incompatible computer platforms," said Eric Schmidt, chief technical officer, Sun Microsystems Inc.

Adobe's Presence on the Internet

Through its products and business alliances, which include America On Line, Apple Computer, AT&T, Compuserve, Digital Equipment Corporation, First Call Corporation, Fulcrum, GEIS, Hewlett-Packard, IBM, Microsoft, Multex, Netscape Communications, Open Market, Personal Library Software, Prodigy, Profound, Quarterdeck, Silicon Graphics Inc., Spyglass, Sun Microsystems Incorporated, and Verity, Adobe delivers solutions for the digital communication of visually rich information across the Internet, on-line services, corporate networks and print-on-demand systems.

Adobe Systems provides market leading products for the creation of digital information, including print, electronic document, video, and multimedia applications. In addition, Adobe provides authoring tools that greatly simplify the creation and management of Internet-specific content. Adobe Acrobat software is used by customers worldwide as a standard for the digital communication of visually rich documents across the Internet, corporate networks and other digital media.

Adobe PageMill is an integrated authoring tool that simplifies the creation of error-free Web pages. Users can create Web pages exactly as they will appear in popular Web browsers without ever having to view HTML code. Hypertext links between files can be created through simple drag-and-drop procedures. Advanced HTML features, including clickable image maps, fill-in forms, text/check boxes and pop-up menus, are all supported in Adobe PageMill with WYSIWYG ease and accuracy.

The Adobe Acrobat software family of universal electronic publishing tools simplifies the creation of electronic documents, allowing customers to use virtually any authoring application to create information that can be viewed, searched and printed across all major computer platforms and printers. The Adobe Portable Document Format (PDF), an open, cross-platform file format created by Acrobat software, preserves the fidelity of electronic documents, enabling information to be distributed in a single format across a broad range of media, including the World Wide Web, e-mail, Lotus Notes, corporate networks, CD-ROM and print-on-demand systems.

About Java Technology

Java, developed by Sun, is an object-oriented programming language that operates independent of any operating system or microprocessor. Java programs called applets can be transmitted over a network and run on any client, providing the multimedia richness of a CD-ROM over corporate networks and the Internet. Java has been widely hailed by programmers because it eliminates the need to port applications, and by managers of information systems for its potential to lower the costs of distributing and maintaining applications across the network.

Adobe Systems Incorporated, founded in 1982, is headquartered in Mountain View, California. Adobe develops, markets and supports computer software products and technologies that enable users to create, display, print and communicate electronic documents. The company licenses its technology to major computer, printing and publishing suppliers, and markets a line of applications software and type products for authoring visually rich documents. Additionally, the company markets a line of powerful but easy-to-use products for home and small business users. Adobe has subsidiaries in Europe, Asia and the Pacific Rim serving a worldwide network of dealers and distributors. Adobe's 1994 revenue was approximately $598 million.


Adobe PageMaker 6.0 Competitive Upgrade
Adobe Systems Offers Adobe PageMaker 6.0 Competitive Upgrade to QuarkXPress Users

Mountain View, Calif. (December 5, 1995) (Nasdaq:ADBE)--Responding to customer demand, Adobe Systems Incorporated today announced a $199 competitive upgrade program that allows users of QuarkXPress to upgrade to Adobe PageMaker 6.0, the latest version of the world's leading professional page layout software. The offer enables users of any version of QuarkXPress to purchase a full retail copy of Adobe PageMaker 6.0 for Apple Macintosh and Power Macintosh or Microsoft Windows 95 at the special $199 promotional price by providing a valid QuarkXPress serial number. The competitive upgrade is available in the United States and Canada through June 30, 1996 at select Adobe Authorized Resellers and directly from Adobe.

The competitive upgrade program was developed in response to requests by QuarkXPress users eager to switch to Adobe PageMaker 6.0, a major upgrade that adds more than 50 powerful new features for professional publishers including high-fidelity color and on-line capabilities.

"PageMaker software is an invaluable asset for our business. We encourage our customers to use PageMaker whenever possible. For those switching from Quark, the conversion process has been painless using the QuarkXPress converter in PageMaker," says Marc Orchant, operations manager at Albuquerque-based SUBIA, New Mexico's largest service bureau. "PageMaker's cross-platform capa-bilities are very strong -- moving a PageMaker file from Macintosh to Windows is a very smooth conversion, which can't always be said for transferring QuarkXPress files across platforms."

As part of the upgrade program, Adobe will provide customers with 90 days of complimentary technical support to facilitate the transition from QuarkXPress to Adobe PageMaker software. Ex-tended technical support is available through the Adobe Customer First plan. In addition, users of PageMaker 6.0 software for the Macintosh can take advantage of the program's new QuarkXPress file converter designed to convert existing QuarkXPress 3.1, 3.2 and 3.3 documents into PageMaker 6.0 publications. The file converter speeds conversion while retaining formatting, graphics and other layout specifications. For users who require professional output services, the

Adobe Authorized Service Provider Program maintains regional listings of professional service providers who can convert QuarkXPress files into PageMaker files. For a current list, customers can visit Adobe's Web site at http://www.adobe.com or call the Adobe FaxYI fax back system at 206/628- 5737 and request document #4999200.

Price and Availability

The Adobe PageMaker 6.0 competitive upgrade to QuarkXPress is immediately available for $199 at Adobe Authorized Resellers and directly from Adobe Systems through June 30, 1996. The competitive upgrade offer is valid only in the United States and Canada. Customers must present a valid QuarkXPress serial number to qualify. For more information, customers in the United States and Canada may call Adobe at 1-800-42-ADOBE (23623).

Adobe Systems Incorporated was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in Mountain View, California. Adobe develops, markets and supports computer software products and technologies that enable users to create, display, print and communicate all kinds of information. The company licenses its technology to major computer, printing and publishing suppliers, and markets a line of applica-tions software and type products for authoring visually rich documents. Additionally, the company markets a line of powerful, but easy-to-use, products for home and small-business users. Adobe has subsidiaries in Europe and the Pacific Rim, serving a worldwide network of dealers and distributors. Adobe's 1994 revenue was approximately $598 million.


Adobe PostScript Ported to PowerPC 603e
Adobe Ports Adobe PostScript to Motorola PowerPC 603e Microprocessor

Motorola and Adobe Deliver New Levels of Printing Performance to Power PC Users

Mountain View, Calif., (December 4, 1995) (Nasdaq: ADBE) -- Adobe Systems Incorporated and Motorola's High Performance Embedded Systems Division (NYSE: MOT) today announced that Adobe PostScript software has been ported to Motorola's PowerPC 603e processor running Adobe's standard printer operating environment. The embedded form of PostScript software will leverage the capabilities of Motorola's PowerPC 603e microprocessor to offer customers and OEMs one of the highest performance embedded printing solutions available on the market today.

Adobe PostScript is an industry standard page description language for electronic printing and publishing. Transparent to the user, PostScript is one of the key technologies that sparked the evolution of the desktop publishing industry. A printer based on Adobe PostScript software is platform independent and delivers to users high quality, consistent, WYSIWYG output.

"Adobe and Motorola have a long history of cooperation starting from the early days with the 68020 processor, and we have extended that to Motorola's highest performance processors, the PowerPC line," said Fred Schwedner, vice president of the printing and systems group at Adobe. "The PowerPC provides the fastest PostScript language execution that we have seen in our reference systems, providing an attractive choice for our customers with high-end graphics and image-based application printing needs."

PowerPC microprocessors are based on a reduced instruction set computing (RISC) architecture, and incorporate leading-edge technologies and processes. The 603e microprocessor is one processor in the PowerPC family which offers advanced performance at competitive pricing. Multiple versions of the PowerPC Architecture enable migrations to even higher levels of performance.For Immediate Release For more information Please contact: Jennifer Polanski Adobe Systems Incorporated 415 962.2197 http://www.adobe.com/ or Christy Weiner Cunningham Communication, Inc. 617 494.8202 christine@ccipr.com

The PowerPC 603e at 100MHz achieves 137 Dhrystone MIPS. The PostScript software/PowerPC 603e port offers a significantly higher level of printing performance. Starting from a PowerPC 603e with embedded Adobe PostScript software, customers can easily migrate to higher or lower performance levels within the existing PowerPC 6xx Family of microprocessors. Those customers requiring lower system costs have the opportunity to migrate to cost effective integrated PowerPC processors. Customers seeking higher performance can upgrade to frequency enhanced versions of the PowerPC 603e, the PowerPC 604 and beyond.

"We recognize PostScript as an industry standard, desktop publishing page description language that will provide our mutual customers with the highest printer output quality, performance and compatibility available on the market today," said Tom Gunter, corporate vice president and general manager of Motorola's High Performance Embedded Systems Division. "The port to PowerPC is significant because our customers are now able to easily migrate to higher performance levels than ever before, while enjoying the benefits of Adobe's PostScript technology." Adobe plans to make a reference port of PostScript software available to its OEM customers in early 1996.

Adobe Systems Incorporated, founded in 1982, is headquartered in Mountain View, California. Adobe develops, markets and supports computer software products and technologies that enable users to create, display, print and communicate electronic documents. The company licenses its technology to major computer, printing and publishing suppliers, and markets a line of applications software and type products for authoring visually rich documents. Additionally, the company markets a line of powerful but easy-to-use, products for home and small business users. Adobe has subsidiaries in Europe and the Pacific Rim serving a worldwide network of dealers and distributors. Adobe's 1994 revenue was approximately $598 million.

Having 1994 worldwide sales of $6.9 billion, Motorola's Semiconductor Products Sector is the largest U.S.-based broad line supplier of semiconductor solutions. Motorola is one of the world's leading providers of wireless communication, semiconductors and advanced electronic systems and services. Major equipment businesses include cellular telephone, two-way radio, paging and data communications, personal communications, automotive, defense and space electronics and computers. Communication devices, computers and millions of consumer products are powered by Motorola semiconductors. Motorola's 1994 sales were $22.2 billion.


Adobe PageMill Web Authoring Tool
Adobe PageMill Receives Strong Market Response

Customers Welcome Availability of Easy-to-Use Web Authoring Tools

Mountain View, Calif. (December 11, 1995) (Nasdaq: ADBE) -- Demonstrating the strong market demand for its powerful yet easy-to-use authoring tools for the Internet, Adobe Systems Incorporated announced today that Adobe PageMill web authoring software for the Macintosh has shipped over 30,000 units in the first month of availability. Adobe PageMill simplifies the traditional process of World Wide Web authoring by allowing customers to easily create, edit and update web pages without the complexities of Hypertext Mark-up Language (HTML).

"The rapid expansion of the Internet for both internal and external business communication has created a compelling need for a much larger set of users that can produce Internet-ready content," said Peter Godfrey, chief executive officer, MicroWarehouse. "Adobe PageMill is a great product. It provides a real solution to the market, lowering the technical hurdles to Internet publishing and allowing customers with basic computer skills to easily create sophisticated web pages. It is our best selling product ever for the Internet."

Traditionally, web page creation was a tedious process that required an understanding of HTML, URL addresses and various image file formats. Simple changes to web content could be time consuming and error-prone. Adobe PageMill is an integrated authoring tool that simplifies the creation of error-free web pages. Users can create web pages exactly as they will appear in popular web browsers with-out ever viewing HTML code. Hypertext links between files can be created through simple drag-and-drop procedures. Advanced HTML features, including clickable image maps, fill-in forms, text/check boxes and pop-up menus, are all supported in the Adobe PageMill program with WYSIWYG ease and accuracy.

"As an experienced HTML programmer, Adobe PageMill is a brilliant solution for new web page creators," said Moe Rubenzahl, webmaster at Videonics,a manufacturer of video editing and post production equipment for videograpers. "Until PageMill, I created every page on our web site. Al-though other creative types here had material to add, few had the interest, time or ability to learn HTML or handle the crude tools currently available. The day my company purchased PageMill, everyone was producing pages."

Adobe PageMill software is available at an introductory price of $99 until January 31, 1996. Minimum system requirements include a Macintosh computer running Apple System Software version 7.1 or later with at least 3 megabytes of free memory and a color display. PageMill supports both PowerPC and 68K Macintosh systems. The PageMill program's installer supplies the drag and drop extention required by Apple System Software version 7.1.

Adobe Systems Incorporated, founded in 1982, is headquartered in Mountain View, California. Adobe develops, markets and supports computer software products and technologies that enable users to create, display, print and communicate electronic documents. The company licenses its technology to major computer printing and publishing suppliers, and markets a line of applications software and type products for authoring visually rich documents. Additionally, the company markets a line of powerful but easy-to-use products for home and small business users. Adobe has subsidiaries in Europe, Asia and the Pacific Rim serving a worldwide network of dealers and distributors. Adobe's 1994 revenue was approximately $598 million.


Painter 3.1 for Macintosh: Visual Quickstart
Computer Art Class on Paper

Berkeley, CA-Art supplies that never run out, watercolors that can be erased, paper textures that can be changed midway through a drawing-it's an artist's wildest fantasy. It's also just some of what's possible with Painter 3.1 for Macintosh. Packed with illustrations created by the authors and 19 other accomplished artists, Painter 3.1 for Macintosh: Visual QuickStart Guide serves as a computer art class that inspires users to explore the program's many features. From abstract to realistic, wild to restrained, this book illustrates a variety of paint strokes and styles for beginning to advanced graphic designers, as well as fine artists who want to transfer their skills to the computer.

Like the other Visual QuickStart guides (with almost a million copies in print), this book consists of easy-to-follow steps structured as a task-oriented reference: Readers can easily look up what they need to know when they need to know it and get straight to work. Painter 3.1 for Macintosh with illustrations on every page- from knock-out art work to informative screen captures visually guides readers through the program, showing them how to really use it.

Authors/artists Elaine Weinmann and Peter Lourekas have collaborated on three other successful Visual QuickStart guides: Photoshop 3 for Macintosh (finalist for the Benjamin Franklin Award), Photoshop 2.5 for Windows, and Illustrator 5.0/5.1 for Macintosh. Weinmann wrote two Visual QuickStart guides on her own: QuarkXPress 3.3 for Macintosh (winner of the Benjamin Franklin Award for Best Computer Book) and QuarkXPress for Windows. She, like Lourekas, is an instructor at the New School Computer Instruction Center. Weinmann also teaches at Pratt Manhattan, and Lourekas at Parsons School of Design and The Cooper Union School of Art.

Painter 3.1 for Macintosh: Visual QuickStart Guide

by Elaine Weinmann and Peter Lourekas

Price: $19.95

Size: 250 pages; 7" x 9"

ISBN: 0-201-88371-6

Publication date: 9/95.

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Macintosh Bible Guide to ClarisWorks 4
ClarisWorks 4 Works Even Better

Berkeley, CA-Since its introduction in 1991, ClarisWorks has been the best-selling integrated software package for the Macintosh because it offers the best balance of features, greatest simplicity, and plain old bang for the buck. And it continues to get markedly better with each upgrade: Version 4 boasts more than 100 significant changes. Like its successful predecessors, The Macintosh Bible Guide to ClarisWorks 4 is also bound to be a best-seller because it offers a clear, no-nonsense approach to getting the most out of this power-packed, yet accessible, package.

Major new changes in ClarisWorks 4 include: Styles (for automatically applying custom formats to text, spreadsheet cells, database fields, and graphic objects); Libraries (a collection of some 500 different clip art images that can be displayed on palettes and imported into documents); a new database palette for saving and quickly recalling search criteria, sort orders, and report formats; and ClarisWorks Assistants for help in creating labels and certificates and solving personal finance problems.

Like Peachpit's other Bibles (there are currency more than 1 million of the mother of them all, The Macintosh Bible, in print), this book covers its subject thoroughly and is easy to follow. It shows in great detail how to work with each of the six applications that comprise ClarisWorks-word processor, spreadsheet, database, drawing, painting, and communications-and how to work with them together. From making a pie chart to putting a movie in a document, from blending colors to sending e-mail, The Macintosh Bible to ClarisWorks 4 is full of tips for working smarter and includes troubleshooting advice for avoiding pitfalls and getting out of jams. It also features a large section on advanced techniques, making it ideal for beginning to advanced users.

Author Charles Rubin has written more than a dozen computer books, specializing in Macintosh Bible Guides. He wrote the three earlier editions of this book plus the best-selling The Macintosh Bible Guide to System 7.1, The Macintosh Bible "What Do I Do Now?" Book, and The Macintosh Bible Guide to FileMaker Pro 2.1.

The Macintosh Bible Guide to ClarisWorks 4

by Charles Rubin

Price $27.95

Size: 500 pages, 7" x 9"

ISBN: 0-201-88406-2

Publication date: 10/95.

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ClarisWorks for Macintosh: Visual Quickstart
Crystal Claris

Berkeley, CA-Versatile and affordable ClarisWorks 4 has received acclaim for both the high quality and tight integration of its individual modules. Now, following the easy-to-understand, step-by-step instructions and tips provided in ClarisWorks 4 for Macintosh: Visual QuickStart Guide, users can get an instant head-start on handling and combining the new version's various functions.

For the novice, ClarisWorks 4 for Macintosh: Visual QuickStart Guide briefly covers basic Mac features before then explaining the functions and interactions of the program's components-word processing, database, spreadsheet, graphics and telecommunications. Users who simply need to get the job done will especially appreciate the section on creating and using templates that can be used over and over with minor changes.

In the Visual QuickStart Guide tradition, this volume uses abundant illustrations and screenshots to clarify the succinct text. The book is designed as an on-the-spot reference so that readers can immediately put it to use.

Author Charlotte Ann Brown, an instructor at Brown Associates, specializes in computer programming, applications, and desktop publishing. She is the author of The CD-ROM Buyer's Guide and the forthcoming FileMaker Pro 3 for Macintosh: Visual QuickStart Guide (Peachpit Press). Brown lives in Oakland, California.

ClarisWorks for Macintosh: Visual QuickStart Guide

by Charlotte Ann Brown

ISBN 0-201-88407-0

Price: $15.95

Publication date: 10/95.

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ACT! 2.0 for Windows Authorized Guide
The Only Guide Authorized by the Creators of ACT! 2.0 Now Covers the Newest Release -Version 2.04

Inside information and advice on using the most popular structured contact manager in the world

The preferred structured contact manager of more sales representatives, telemarketers, and other businesspeople than any other brand of software, ACT! for Windows is flexible and easy to learn and use. In ACT! 2.0 for Windows: The Authorized Guide, Through Version 2.04, ACT! insider Douglas J. Wolf covers all aspects of working with the software and shows how to install and use the newest 2.0 upgrade--2.04--an important "patch" that corrects problems and increases the speed of all aspects of working with ACT!.

Endorsed by ACT! developers Contact Software International, Wolf's book contains exclusive information and tips on how to take full advantage of its powerful features. As in the previous bestselling editions, Wolf explains how to install, use, and customize ACT! for Windows on the job.

Readers will learn how to get the most out of ACT!, including how to:

* Create a new database and enter contacts

* Schedule and track appointments

* Create form letters and mailing labels

* Use standardized reports and customize reports

* Work with WinFaxPro, Maplinx, and ACT!Pak!

* Merge databases with Mobil Link

* Communicate by e-mail

About the author:

A fulltime author and computer book consultant, Douglas J. Wolf has written a number of bestselling books, including ACT! for Windows and The Authorized Insider's Guide to ACT! Wolf, who helped write the original ACT! documentation, heads the ACT! users group in San Diego, California, where he makes his home.

ACT! 2.0 for Windows The Authorized Guide, Through Version 2.04

Douglas J. Wolf

Paper $19.95

ISBN 0-07-071528-9

Publication Date: January 1996

304 pp., 196 illus., 7 x 10

Available in bookstores or from the publisher

(1-800 822-8158)

McGraw-Hill, Inc.

Professional Book Group

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From Chaos to Classes: OO Swr Dev in C++
Practical Tutorial Shows Programmers How to Get the Most out of C++

In the groundbreaking book, From Chaos to Classes: ObjectOriented Software Development in C++, Daniel Duffy advances the current thinking on object theory and provides a practical tutorial for applying the techniques of object-oriented programming to real-world software development, with emphasis on C++.

Duffy covers his subject from an entirely practical viewpoint, using extended case studies to demonstrate the techniques discussed in the book--including a very helpful example using an object-oriented database system (OODBMS). He examines the entire software lifecycle, from requirements determination and analysis to design and implementation.

Drawing on extensive first-hand experience, Duffy gives programmers the tools they need to take full advantage of the powerful features of C++ for object-oriented software development. In addition, numerous exercises and answers are included.

About the author:

Daniel Duffy (United Kingdom) is a director and founder of DataSim B.V., a Dutch company specializing in developing software components for CAD/CAM and scientific modeling using C++ and object-oriented techniques. He also conducts courses on C++ for industry and students.

From Chaos to Classes: Object-Oriented Software Development in C++

Daniel Duffy

Paperback $45.00

ISBN: 0-07-709118-3

384 pp., 110 illus., 7 x 10

Available in bookstores or from the publisher

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McGraw-Hill, Inc.

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Multimedia Training: Dev Tech-Based Systems
Essential, Hands-On Information for Crafting Effective, Technology-Based Training Systems

Includes CD-ROM with courseware examples and practice exercise files

In the new book, Multimedia Training: Developing Technology-Based Systems, two experts provide a much-needed, hands-on guide to developing sophisticated multimedia courseware training materials.

Authors Angus Reynolds and Thomas Iwinski answer all of readers' important questions about this burgeoning field, including:

* What is technology-based training?

* Why is it becoming so popular with businesses?

* When is it the right option?

* How do companies get started?

* What are the pitfalls and how can they be avoided?

Other vital considerations are covered, such as choosing hardware and software and implementing a successful program. Helpful advice is provided on how to minimize mistakes and avoid train-and-error learning.

Covering both Windows and Macintosh platforms, the book is filled with examples and case studies from such leading firms as Chemical Bank, American Express, and Aetna, and includes a bundled CD-ROM with sample lessons and files to complete practice exercises.

About the authors:

A program manager for AlliedSignal, Angus Reynolds (Albuquerque, New Mexico) is an internationally recognized expert in technology-based training. Former associate dean of the graduate programs in training and development at New York Institute of Technology, he has served as a consultant to more than 75 companies in the U.S. and abroad. Thomas Iwinski (State College, Pennsylvania) is a doctoral candidate and former instructional designer/multimedia producer for EE&G Energy Measurements, where he was responsible for developing cutting-edge multimedia training programs.

Multimedia Training: Developing Technology Based Systems

Angus Reynolds and Thomas Iwinski

Hard $45.0)

ISBN 0-07-912012-1

Publication Date: March 1996

272 pp., 100 illus, 7 x 10

CD-ROM Included

Available in bookstores or from the publisher

(1-800 822-8158)

McGraw-Hill, Inc.

Professional Book Group

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1-800-233-1 1 28

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Pinter Visual FoxPro Programming Handbook
Leading Experts Offer an Example-Packed Guide to Visual FoxPro Programming for Multiple Platforms

Completely up to date for the latest version of FoxPro, The Pinter Visual FoxPro Programming Handbook provides the means necessary for developing powerful applications across a variety of platforms. With more than 200 ready-to-run applications and time-saving routines, this information--packed guide is perfect for intermediate and advanced programmers using successful professional database software.

FoxPro experts Les and John Pinter provide a practical, accessible guide that places emphasis on the distinction between menu-driven and event-driven programming. This massive book combines and updates Les Pinter's bestselling FoxPro 2.5 books, providing:

* Practical approaches to application design

* Helpful techniques to expedite coding and testing

* Predefined visual classes for use in all types of applications

* Useful tips and hints for avoiding common pitfalls

The book comes with a money-saving coupon readers can use to order a diskette containing all of its source code.

About the authors:

Les Pinter (Truckee, California) is president of Pinter Consulting, which specializes in FoxPro applications, and is the publisher of the Pinter FoxPro Letter, and internationally recognized monthly publication for professional programmers. A former Excel developer with Microsoft, John Pinter (Bothell, Washington) is a consultant who specializes in FoxPro and C/C++ development.

The Pinter Visual FoxPro Programming Handbook

by Les Pinter and John Pinter

Paper $49.95

ISBN 0-07-050180-7

Publication Date: February 1996

512 pp., 237 illus., 7 x 10

Available in bookstores or from the publisher

(1-800 822-8158)

McGraw-Hill, Inc.

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1-800-233-1 1 28

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SYBASE Replication Server Primer
SYBASE Replication Server

SYBASE offers one of the best middleware solutions available for client/server database management. Written by one of the original architects of the Replication Server, SYBASE Replication Server Primer is an authoritative handbook for enterprise computing professionals who want to design, implement, test, and maintain distributed systems based on the Sybase Replication Server (RS).

Author Charles B. Clifford provides a helpful overview of RS before moving on to vital issues such as conflict avoidance and resolution, system security, disaster recovery, and maintenance. Clifford also includes important information on functions, function strings, and function string classes; the Log Transfer Manager; replication definitions and subscriptions; stable queues; and managing changes to a deployed RS system.

In addition, four fully developed case studies are presented, including an example illustrating a wireless setup of the RS.

A volume in the McGraw-Hill Series on Computer Communications.

About the author:

Charles B. Clifford (Rye, New York) is currently the Lead Data Architect, Replication Server Specialist, and manager of a database team that administers a very large Sybase Data Warehouse for a prominent U.S. firm on Wall Street. Previously, he was a Principle Consultant specializing in Replication Server and Architecture, for Sybase Professional Services in New York.

SYBASE Replication Server Primer

Charles B. Clifford

Hardcover $45.00

ISBN: 0-07-011515-X

224 pp., 11 illus., 6 x 9

Available in bookstores or from the publisher

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Troubleshooting, Maintaining & Repairing PCs
Information-Packed PC Repair Manual Sets the Standard for Technician-Level Guides

Emphasizing hands-on repair techniques rather than theory, Troubleshooting, Maintaining, & Repairing Personal Computers: A Technician's Guide is arguably the most practical and comprehensive technican-level guide on the market. This hefty volume's 1000-plus pages are filled with useful advice and information, including nearly 400 specific problems completely detailed and explained. In addition, the bundled disk contains a large collection of diagnostic freeware,  shareware, and utilities that will prove invaluable to anyone who needs to troubleshoot and repair computers.

Covering IBMs and compatibles, including Pentiums, author Stephen J. Bigelow provides hundreds of POST and diagnostic codes to help readers pinpoint and correct even the rarest problems. He discusses hardware and operating systems, providing crucial information on interpreting symptoms and performing diagnostics on computers and peripherals. He also covers optimizing and upgrading PCs.

This easy-to-use reference is divided into three sections, the first of which is a technician's primer serving as the book's technical foundation. The second section provides an extensive array of service procedures and the third offers practical advice and procedures for maintenance and support. Nine appendices include resource and reference information, useful forms, a sample technician's certification test, and more.

About the author:

Stephen J. Bigelow (Westboro, Massachusetts) is the founder of Dynamic Learning Systems, a writing, research, and publishing company specializing in electronics and PC service topics. Editor and publisher of The PC Toolbox, a leading technicians' newsletter, Bigelow also has written magazine articles and bestselling computer books, including Maintain and Repair Your Computer Printer and Save a Bundle.

Troubleshooting, Maintaining, & Repairing Personal Computers:

A Technician's Guide

by Stephen J. Bigelow

Paper $44.95 ISBN 0-07-912099-7

Hard  $70.00 ISBN 0-07-912098-9

Publication Date: January 1996

1104 pp., 350 illus., 7 x 10

3.5-inch Disk Included

Available in bookstores or from the publisher

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Windows Batch File Programming
Value-packed Book/Disk, Updated for Windows95, Makes Automating Windows Tasks a Breeze !

Disk includes the latest version of the most popular batch interpreter for Windows

The millions of Windows users all over the world provide a ready-made audience for a practical, how-to guide to automating tasks with batch files. In Windows Batch File Programming, Second Edition, Windows users have a complete, time-saving toolkit for creating and running powerful batch files for all of their Windows applications. As an added bonus, all of the batch files presented in the book are included on the bundled disk, as is the latest version of WinBatch, the top Windows batch interpreter.

This well-illustrated manual-updated for Windows95 and WinBatch 5. -- will teach Windows novices how to automate simple tasks while allowing experienced users to master complex routines. Using eye-catching graphics and an easy-to-follow tutorial approach, author Namir C. Shammas leads readers step by step through the process of creating batch files with Windows interface controls such as buttons and text, list, and dialog boxes. His detailed instructions show how to:

* Input and output with batch files

* Construct interactive dialog boxes

* Manipulate text in files

* Manage files, directories, and disk drives

About the author:

Namir C. Shammas is the author of more than 45 books on programming topics, including C/C++ Mathematical Algorithms for Scientists and Engineers and Visual Basic: Easy Windows Programming, Second Edition. The Richmond, Virginia resident also frequently contributes articles to publications such as BYTE and Computer Language.

Windows Batch File Programming, Second Edition

by Namir C. Shammas

Paper $39.95

ISBN 0-07-912048-2

Publication Date: February 1996

448 pp., 100 illus., 7 x 10

3.5-inch Disk Included

Available in bookstores or from the publisher

(1-800 822-8158)

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1-800-233-1 1 28

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World Wide Web Explorer
Internet Guru Steve Rimmer Takes on the World Wide Web

New book is part primer, part tour guide

The hottest thing to hit the online community since newsgroups, the World Wide Web is the most popular way to quickly and easily browse the Internet. In World Wide Web Explorer, the indomitable Steve Rimmer brings his unique brand of enthusiasm to this arena, delivering an unorthodox book that not only initiates readers on how to use the Web but also introduces them to some of its most enticing and eclectic sites.

Rimmer begins by providing an accessible introduction to the fundamentals, explaining how to connect to the Internet with Web access in mind, choose the most useful software, and use the most popular Web tools, including Mosaic, Netscape, WinSock, and the WARP Internet access package.

Then Rimmer whisks followers on the kind of Web tour only he can conduct. By exploring more than 125 Web pages especially selected by Rimmer, readers will not only become familiar with the World Wide Web, they will also save valuable online time by browsing before they log on.

Organized for quick, easy reference, Web pages include:

* H.P. Lovecraft

* Christie's auctions

* Electric sex shop

* Internet movie database

* James Bond

* Solar cooking

* Ragu pasta sauce

* AT&T 800 number directory

Appendices list Internet providers and FTP sites.

About the author:

President of Alchemy Mindworks, which has a popular Web page, Steve Rimmer (Beeton, Ontario) is known for his insightful and entertaining books about the Internet, including the bestselling Planet Internet and Return to Planet Internet. Also known for his successful shareware programs, Rimmer has brought a clever and intelligent approach to programming topics, particularly bitmapped graphics, in several other books.

World Wide Web Explorer

By Steve Rimmer

Paper $24.95 ISBN 0-07-053027-0

Hard  $34.95 ISBN 0-07-053026-2

Publication Date: March 1996

256 pp., 100 illus., 8 x 10

Available in bookstores or from the publisher

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McGraw-Hill, Inc.

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1-800-233-1 1 28

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Build Your Own Pentium Processor PC
A State-of-the-Art Pentium-Chip System Doesn't Have to Cost a Fortune

With help from "Build Your Own" " guru Aubrey Pilgrim, nearly anyone can own a Pentium

Most discriminating PC users would love to own a Pentium, but until now, these cutting-edge machines have remained too expensive for the masses. With the help of Aubrey Pilgrim's Build Your Own Pentium Processor PC, Second Edition, virtually anyone with a modicum of technical aptitude and a dash of determination can assemble their own custom-made Pentium-chip system, complete with peripherals.

In this new edition of a proven bestseller, Pilgrim covers all of the latest Pentium chips, multispeed CD-ROMs, high-speed modems, and software, including Windows 95 and OS/2 Warp. The book uses Pilgrim's accessible, step-by-step instructions and a wealth of photographs to help readers build their own systems without the benefit of special skills or tools. Pilgrim also supplies invaluable advice on shopping for the best deals on components and peripherals.

Some of the components covered include:

* Mother boards

* Hard disks

* Memory chips

* Floppy drives and disks

* Monitors

* Input/output devices

...CD-ROM drives and disks, graphics cards, and many others.

About the author:

The leader of the "Build Your Own" computer movement, Aubrey Pilgrim is known for his accessible, bestselling guides to assembling or upgrading custom computer systems without overspending. He has twice been named to the Microtimes list of the 100 most influential people in the computer industry. A longtime resident of Long Beach, California, Pilgrim's "Save a Bundle" books for McGraw-Hill have sold well over 200,000 copies. His books include Build Your Own Multimedia PC, Second Edition, Upgrade or Repair Your PC, and Build Your Own 486/486 DX, Third Edition.

Build Your Own Pentium Processor PC, Second Edition

Aubrey Pilgrim

Paper $19.95 ISBN 0-07-050184-X

Hard  $32.95 ISBN 0-07-050183-1

Publication Date: January 1996

272 pp., 60 illus., 7 x 10

Available in bookstores or from the publisher

(1-800 822-8158)

McGraw-Hill, Inc.

Professional Book Group

Blue Ridge Summit, PA 17294-0850

1-800-233-1 1 28

Fax: 1-800-932-0183


dtF Relational Database for Mac at MacWorld
dtF, the relational database system for Apple Macintosh will be presented at MacWorld San Francisco 1996 which will take place in San Francisco California January 9-12th at the Moscone Center.

We will be releasing two new HOT products at the show, the dtF Database Toolkit for OpenDoc and dtF v1.6 featuring numerous SQL enhancements and ODBC.

The dtF Database Toolkit, currently shipping for the dtF v1.6 database system, is one of the first commercial products for end-users to take advantage of the OpenDoc component software architecture. The dtF Database Toolkit will enable consultants, VARs and end-users to create documents containing data from relational databases like dtF, 4D or Oracle by using standard OpenDoc techniques like linking and drag & drop. The different parts within the dtF Database Toolkit can be integrated with any OpenDoc compatible third-party parts and containers, empowering users to easily integrate SQL-data with traditional word-processing, spreadsheet, graphics or DTP-documents.

dtF v1.6 is the latest release of the cross-platform relational database system for C/C++, HyperCard, SuperCard, Pictorius Peregrine, SmalltalkAgents and Apple Media Toolkit developers. New features include numerous SQL2/SQL3-features, referential integrity, self-learning query optimization, HyperCard XCMDs for BLOB-handling, OpenDoc part editors and libraries for creation of OpenDoc database part editors. dtF is also responding to developer's requests by introducing an ODBC driver which will allow developers to use industry standard frontending tools to access dtF databases.

Stop by our booth #40 in Developer Central at MacWorld San Francisco and check out our show special! Or drop us a line with any comments or questions you might have. We're looking forward to work with you on your next development project.

See you in San Francisco!

Brenda DeVries

dtF Americas, Inc.


WebCube Series P Pentium Internet Server
PACIFIC INTERNET'S NEW WEBCUBE SERIES P INTERNET SERVER DELIVERS COMPLETE ISP PLUG-AND-PLAY SOLUTION

Latest Model of Popular Pentium-based, Open Architecture, Turnkey System Designed for Internet Service Providers

CULVER CITY, Calif. -- January 8, 1996 -- Pacific Internet -- a year-old supplier of on-line products and services -- is now delivering the WebCube Series P Internet server, the most economical and complete Pentium-based solution available for use by Internet Service Providers (ISPs).

Starting at an introductory price of less than $8,000 for a complete ISP system, the WebCube Series P begins volume shipments this month (January, 1996), from the company's Los Angeles-area headquarters to a waiting list of ISPs located throughout North America. International sales and distribution is scheduled to begin later this quarter.

Following on heels of the successful launch of the WebCube Series W turnkey World Wide Web (WWW) server systems last year as the first all-in-one, low cost solution to Web publishing, the WebCube Series P enables users to easily and economically establish a complete ISP system without having to purchase additional hardware or software from third parties.

"The WebCube Series P is every startup ISP's dream machine and a boon to existing ISPs looking to expand economically," claims Garry S. Hipsher, founder of Pacific Internet.

"There is no simpler or cheaper method for building an ISP system and Web server that can service hundreds of PPP accounts," he explained. "Pacific Internet has been involved in intense R & D for eighteen months and has taken the pulse of literally hundreds of existing and potential Internet service providers to determine their technical needs," Hipsher added.

With the release of the WebCube Series P for ISPs, Pacific Internet plans to remove the mystery and the technical trial-and-error process of establishing an Internet provider business -- allowing providers to set-up complete functional servers in less than 24 hours and to focus on building their customer base rather than painfully debugging PPP, the company stated.

Pacific Internet's WebCube Series P server line is comprised of a cube-shaped system box that encompasses an open architecture, Intel Pentium-driven, UNIX-like operating system-based solution complete with all of the hardware and software necessary to establish or expand an ISP operation -- including 32 high-speed serial ports, a user-friendly graphical user interface, system accounting and BBS software and a built-in router (with CSU/DSU), that supports either T1, fractional T1, 56 KB or frame relay connections.

ISP Operator as Entrepreneur

Geared towards helping the ISP turn a profit, the WebCube's system accounting software reports the connect time and disk usage for each user account, while the built-in BBS software enables simplified on-line dial-up registration of new users. Both features are in keeping with Pacific Internet's assessment of the needs of entrepreneurs entering the lucrative and rapidly-growing Internet service arena -- where budgetary considerations and limited UNIX engineering expertise play key roles in determining provider's ability to compete.

Also included in all WebCube Series P models are such leading Internet applications and utilities as: TCP/IP, PPP/SLIP and UUCP as well as Mail, FTP, News Telnet, Web, Gopher and WAIS server software.

Fully equipped, the WebCube Series P's Model P1000 ISP server system lists for an introductory price of $7,995. The P1000 operates on a 100 Mhz Pentium CPU and includes as standard equipment: 32 MB of RAM (expandable to 128 MB), high-speed 2GB SCSI disk and tape drives, internal 4X CD-ROM (also SCSI), 32-bit PCI Ethernet, SVGA video, built-in router and CSU/DSU, and 32 high-speed serial ports.

In addition, Pacific Internet now provides high-speed backbone service to WebCube purchasers, through a nationwide agreement with SPRINT.

The Expanding WebCube Family

Pacific Internet's WebCube cube-shaped server line now encompasses two complete Internet solution variations -- Web publishing via the Series W/plug-and-play ISP systems designated as the Series P -- and includes industry-standard Web server software as well as leading Internet utilities (including TCP/IP, E-Mail, FTP, Gopher and news services), plus pre-configured UNIX Internet software. All WebCube models also include keyboard, monitor, mouse and manuals.

In addition to being a complete plug-and-play solution, the WebCube is based on industry standard modular Pentium and UNIX-like architectures allowing for easy and affordable upgrading of RAM, disk space and network bandwidth as the user's needs grow.

About Pacific Internet

At the heart of Pacific Internet is a commitment to the concept of world-wide information availability and "electronic commerce." The company employs both traditional and on-line product marketing and sales methods utilizing PacNetWeb -- Pacific Internet's own interactive Web site.

Founded in 1994, Pacific Internet operates a sales, support, training, systems assembly and warehouse facility at its headquarters in Culver City, Calif. (near Los Angeles). In addition to low-cost Internet turnkey solutions, the company lists several hundred third-party Internet products for resale and provides consulting and systems integration services.

For further information on the WebCube product family or other aspects of Pacific Internet, call (310) 410-9700, visit its Web page at http://www.pacnet.com/, or send E-mail inquiries to pac-sales@pacnet.com.


Intuit Intros The QuickBooks 4.0 Line
INTUIT INTRODUCES THE QUICKBOOKS 4.0 LINE

EASY-TO-USE, CUSTOMIZABLE ACCOUNTING & SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

MENLO PARK, CALIF. - DECEMBER 11, 1995 - Intuit Inc. (NASDAQ:INTU) today introduced new versions of its QuickBooks line of accounting software, the #1 selling small business accounting software. The new QuickBooks 4.0 line redefines the category because it is extremely easy to set up, it is customizable by industry, and it provides an integrated business management solution. QuickBooks 4.0 runs up to three times faster than previous versions on Power Macintoshes.

"After having achieved market leadership with QuickBooks, we wanted to lead the accounting category into the next generation of products," said Scott Cook, chairman and co-founder of Intuit. "We believe that the QuickBooks 4.0 line could transform the accounting category the same way that the original launch of QuickBooks did in 1992."

A WHOLE NEW WAY TO GET STARTED: THE REVOLUTIONARY EASYSTEP(TM) INTERVIEW

Since the launch of QuickBooks, accounting software has become much easier for small business people to understand and use. Yet Intuit research revealed that set-up can still be daunting. "Most people who start small businesses are not financial experts; more than 85% don't have full-time bookkeepers, and two-thirds don't understand debit and credit accounting. They want software that they can set up and start using right out-of-the-box," said John Monson, General Manager of Intuit's Business Products Division.

The new EasyStep Interview makes the initial start-up with QuickBooks easier than ever before. With QuickBooks:

A series of simple questions guides new users through setting up their business.

The EasyStep Interview is customized by industry -- questions, examples and advice are tailored to the user's industry, making set-up decisions much faster and easier.

Upon completion of the Interview, QuickBooks 4.0 is streamlined and configured to work the way the user does.

EASY OUT-OF-THE-BOX CUSTOMIZATION

"Every small business wants software that is tailored to their industry and their unique needs. Industry specific software is available for some types of businesses, but it is not widely used because it is too expensive, difficult for non-accountants to set up and use, and inflexible," said John Monson.

The QuickBooks 4.0 line brings industry-specific customization to the millions of small businesses who are looking for an easy, Macintosh- based solution that will meet their specific needs. In the new 4.0 line:

Custom documentation for more than 20 industries helps users set up key transactions, reports, menus and ways of using QuickBooks specific to their type of business.

Custom fields for items, customers, vendors and employees facilitate tracking and reporting information specific to the user's business.

Users can choose from several different methods of handling income, including invoices, statements, cash sales, and direct entry into customer and bank account registers.

Forms and reports can be customized in more ways than ever, including adding and reporting on customized fields.

INTEGRATED BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

While accounting is an important component of business management, Intuit research suggests that small businesses are increasingly looking to their accounting software to help them manage their business in a broader sense. "Small business people define business management in a variety of ways," according to Mr. Monson. "In focus group after focus group, we heard people talk about business management. Several areas of concern emerged, including tax management, contact management, and business management advice. And for many service businesses, business management is the integration of time tracking with their accounting software."

The QuickBooks 4.0 line delivers an integrated business management solution. With this line of solutions:

QuickBooks takes the data you've been entering in QuickBooks all year, and generates a report with line item totals for your tax forms.

QuickBooks now prints out a variety of payroll tax forms, including W-2s, W-3s, 940s, 941s, and 1099s.

Powerful contact management features are available such as customer note-taking and call back scheduling, mailing label and Rolodex card printing, and even a new mail-merge feature that works with leading word processing programs. These features make it easier than ever to keep track of information and communicate with customers.

For the 40% of small businesses with time-tracking needs, QuickBooks Pro delivers business management by providing integrated estimating, time-tracking, and job-costing. This product, launched in July of 1995, is unique in that it seamlessly integrates business management capabilities required by almost half of all small businesses.

ACCESS TO QUICKBOOKS SMALL BUSINESS ONLINE

QuickBooks 4.0 and QuickBooks Pro 4.0 will come bundled with the Netscape Navigator(TM) Intuit Edition, providing users with an automatic connection to QuickBooks Small Business Online (SBO) on the World Wide Web. Through QuickBooks SBO, small businesses will have free* access to feature articles from major small business publications; QuickBooks software news, tips and updates; and links to other helpful small business web sites.

Although free* access is restricted to QuickBooks SBO (http://www.intuit.com/quickbooks), small businesses using the new QuickBooks 4.0 and QuickBooks Pro 4.0 can upgrade to full Internet access for as little as $1.95 per month. Users can then browse the famous and fascinating World Wide Web, send and receive e-mail, check out Web sites, see what other small businesses are doing on the Web, and explore all aspects of the Internet.

*Toll phone charge may apply.

PRICING AND AVAILABILITY

The QuickBooks 4.0 line will be available at major chain and independent software retailers in December of 1995.

The expected street price of QuickBooks 4.0 for Macintosh is $119. QuickBooks and Quicken users will get a $25 rebate.

The expected street price of QuickBooks Pro 4.0 for Macintosh is $189. QuickBooks and Quicken users will get a $50 rebate.

REQUIREMENTS AND COMPATIBILITY

QuickBooks 4.0 for Macintosh requires System 7.0 or higher with a 68020 or faster processor (recommended: 68030-25Mhz processor or faster, including IIfx, IIvx, IIci, Centris, LC III, LC 520 or higher, Performa 450 or higher, and all Quadra and Power Macintosh machines) at least 8MB of RAM and a hard drive with 15MB free disk space. Monitor requirements: resolution of 640x400 or better, including PowerBook displays, 12 inch or larger black and white monitors and 14 inch or larger color monitors. QuickBooks 4.0 for Macintosh can convert data from Quicken 5 for Macintosh, QuickBooks 3.0 for Macintosh and all previous versions of these products.

QuickBooks Pro 4.0 for Macintosh requires System 7.0 or higher with a 68020 or faster processor (recommended: 68030-25Mhz processor or faster, including IIfx, IIvx, IIci, Centris, LC III, LC 520 or higher, Performa 450 or higher, and all Quadra and Power Macintosh machines) at least 8MB of RAM and a hard drive with 20MB free disk space. Monitor requirements: same as QuickBooks 4.0 for Macintosh. QuickBooks Pro 4.0 for Macintosh can convert data from Quicken 5 for Macintosh, QuickBooks 3.0 for Macintosh and all previous versions of these products.

About Intuit

Intuit, Inc., based in Menlo Park, CA, is the leading developer of personal finance, small business accounting and tax preparation software. The company develops and markets software products and services that enable individuals and small businesses to automate commonly performed financial tasks. Intuit's Quicken, QuickBooks, QuickBooks Pro, and QuickPay products allow users to manage their personal and small business finances. The company's popular TurboTax, Personal Tax Edge, MacInTax and ProSeries software enable consumers, small businesses and professional tax preparers to prepare their own and their clients' tax returns. Products such as Quicken Family Lawyer, Your Mutual Fund Selector and Quicken Financial Planner provide information for plans and decisions. Intuit also provides supplies and services, such as the Quicken Visa card with IntelliCharge, Bank On-Line and Pay On-Line to further automate finances.

Intuit, Personal Tax Edge, Quicken, QuickBooks, TurboTax and MacInTax are trademarks of Intuit Inc. registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. QuickBooks Pro, ProSeries, QuickPay, Your Mutual Fund Selector, IntelliCharge Bank On-Line and Pay On-Line are trademarks of Intuit Inc. Visa is a registered trademark of Visa International, Inc.


AMF Daily Planner & PIM V5.1
AMF Daily Planner & P.I.M. v5.1 Offers The Most Comprehensive Features at an Unbelievable Price for Windows 3.1 and Windows 95

January 8, 1996 -- Holbrook, N.Y.- A new release of AMF Daily Planner & Personal Information Manager (PIM) offers a whole host of new features including CallerID support, a new efficient file format, an improved interface, and much more. AMF Daily Planner & PIM is simple to use, easy to set up and incredibly powerful. The PIM's searching capabilities are second to none in speed and thoroughness. The data entry allows storage of more than 25 items including five phone numbers and two user-customizable fields. A full drag and drop interface is included with a perpetual calendar and planner to the year 9000. AMF Daily Planner & PIM stores up to 30,000 entries in the Rolodex-style phonebook with yellow pages and white pages. The PIM makes it easy to dial the phone, fax documents using Delrina's WinFax Pro 7.0, log incoming and outgoing phone calls, create business letters, and schedule appointments. The PIM also comes with a text editor and can create beautifully formatted reports of all your phonebook entries. The output can be in color in any font and fits a variety of formats. It's a snap to create envelopes and labels with multiple fonts and colors. The program allows up to 1,440 alarms per day, and the setting of alarms in the future. A Personal Task List is included to balance daily tasks, and you can view your appointments at a week at a glance. Anniversary, birthday, and holiday reminders are under control with the Event Master and for those weekly events, use the Repetitive Task Manager. The PIM even supports Merge Printing a letter to all your contacts. Import data using .MDB Access databases, or use tab or comma-delimited text files using the revolutionary Import Wizard. Perhaps the best feature is that no training is required.

AMF Daily Planner & PIM has been mentioned in Windows Magazine, ROMWARE, and Ziff-Davis Interactive.

File Availability Information:

AMF Daily Planner & Personal Information Manager v5.1 is available as WPIM.ZIP, or WPIM51.ZIP.

Evaluate AMF Daily Planner & Personal Information Manager for Windows v5.1 FREE for 21 days.

Download your copy from CompuServe, the Internet, America Online, or your favorite BBS or on-line service, or download directly from the World Wide Web: http://www.execpc.com/~amfsoft/index.html.

Pricing Information:

AMF Daily Planner & Personal Information Manager costs $21.95 (US) (+ $5 (US) should you require a disk) or upgrade from a previous version for only $15 (US) (+ $5 (US) should you require a disk). Let your productivity soar with AMF Daily Planner & Personal Information Manager.

Site licenses and generous bulk discount rates are also available. Contact Andrew M. Freeman for details at 74250.1700@compuserve.com or at: P.O. Box 189  Holbrook, N.Y. 11741-0189  USA


Wordware with 60 New Productivity Tools
New Release of Wordware Features 60 New Productivity Enhancing Tools

Hot Tools for Word 7.0 for Windows: Wordware '95

January 8, 1995 -- Holbrook, N.Y.- A new collection of 60 macros, templates, and productivity- enhancing add-ons designed entirely for Word 7.0 for Windows has just been released by AMF. Word for Windows 7.0 users will appreciate the smart document interface, ease of use, installation, and de-installation, and the economical price. Wordware enhances Word's native ability and works entirely inside of Word for Windows. Wordware contains the essential tools Word for Windows lacks such as file management, project management, and people management.

Features in Brief:

* New easy-to-use smart document interface. Wordware is easy to use,

  install, and understand.

* Complete File Management from inside Word. Includes file copying,

  file deleting, file moving, file renaming, creation of directories,

  and removal of directories.

* Complete Contact Management from inside: Wordware Personal

  Information Manager: Make common tasks as easy as one click!

  Now supports up to 21,000 entries, the fastest BACKGROUND faxing

  using WinFax Pro 7.0, and looks and feels like a real rolodex.

  Imports databases, searches data quickly, creates business letters,

  dials voice-mail, faxes, and so much more! Manages an entire

  business!

* A project manager makes keeping related documents together a snap.

  Open or print all projects in a "folder" at once with one click.

* A full-function CD Player is included which has all standard

  controls and random play, as well as cataloging which stores

  album information.

* A Multimedia Player allows quick playing of almost all types of

  media, right within Word.

* A Quick Command line makes running other applications concurrently

  with Word a snap.

* Exit Master makes Windows Exit/Restart, computer reboot, and

  exits to DOS as quick as you can click. Use WordLock to keep

  your documents safe from prying eyes.

* And so much more. Take Word to the next level: Wordware makes

  Word 7.0 for Windows usable!

Wordware has been mentioned in Windows Magazine, PC Novice, CompuServeCD and Ziff-Davis Interactive.

File Availability Information:

Wordware '95 is available as WW95.ZIP, WW'95.ZIP, or WW95A.ZIP.

Evaluate Wordware '95 for Word for Windows FREE for 21 days.

Download your copy from CompuServe, the Internet, America Online, or your favorite BBS or on-line service, or download directly from the World Wide Web: http://www.execpc.com/~amfsoft/index.html.

Pricing Information:

Wordware costs $39.95 (US) (+ $5 (US) should you require a disk) or upgrade from a previous version of Wordware for only $24.95 (US) (+ $5 (US) should you require a disk). This amounts to less than 67c per macro. Let your productivity soar with Wordware.

Site licenses and generous bulk discount rates are also available. Contact Andrew M. Freeman for details at 74250.1700@compuserve.com or at: P.O. Box 189  Holbrook, N.Y. 11741-0189  USA


New Line of AMF Windows 95 Software
AMF announces the releases of its new line of Windows 95 software: Wordware '95, Wordware PIM '95, and AMF Daily Planner & P.I.M. v5.1. All have just been uploaded to various places on CompuServe and the Internet. You should find them posted soon.

Wordware '95 is still a best buy-- and the only complete, comprehensive Word for Windows v7.0 add-on package suite. Wordware '95 has more than 60 32-bit macros which do just about everything from file management to playing games to people management. Wordware '95 has new menus, macros, and toolbars -- all neatly organized and ready to increase your productivity. Wordware '95 installs in just 15 seconds with its new install macro. And it uninstalls even quicker with a new uninstall macro. Wordware has been completely rebuilt for use in the Windows 95 operating environment using 32 bit Word for Windows v7.0.

Pricing: Still just $39.95 (about 67 cents a macro) and $24.95 for upgrades

Filenames to look for: WW95.ZIP, WW'95.ZIP, WW95A.ZIP

Wordware PIM '95: The most popular Word for Windows personal information manager and contact manager returns in a new 32-bit, robust form. All the features you expect from a PIM-- plus a newly designed interface for speed and aesthetics. This PIM is easy to use and very efficient. Dial the phone, print a colorful address book, add an address to a document or business letter, create an envelope, and much more -- all from inside Word! Now supports up to 21,000 entries, the fastest background faxing, and looks and feels like a real Rolodex. It imports databases, searches, creates letters, dials voice mail, faxes, and so much more! Creates mail merges and WinCIM E-Mail as well as text-exported databases. Manage an entire business! SUPERIOR SHAREWARE in WINDOWS Magazine November 1994 Issue.

Pricing: Still just $15

Filenames to look for: PIM.ZIP, PIM95.ZIP, WWPIM95.ZIP

And Finally, AMF Daily Planner & PIM v5.1 for Windows 3.1 and Windows 95:

This PIM is the easiest one you will ever use. A full drag and drop interface is included with a perpetual calendar and planner to the year 9000. Beautiful 3-D, professional look. Store up to 30,000 entries in the Rolodex style phonebook. Yellow Pages and White Pages and full searching capabilities included. Store more than 25 items per entry with two user-customizable fields. Support for up to 5 phone numbers per entry is included. Dial the phone and fax documents using Delrina's WinFax Pro 7.0. Now with full CallerID support, so logging of incoming and outgoing phone calls is a snap-- instantly view the data of the incoming caller. Create business letters and schedule appointments with just a drag and drop. Edit and save text files, then print them in any font you want. Create beautifully formatted reports of all your phonebook entries. Fits the FiloFax standard, as well as many others such as Day Runner, and Day Timer. Create envelopes and labels with multiple fonts and colors. Set up to 1,440 alarms per day, and set alarms in the future. Stores an immense amount of data per day. Keep multiple years worth of data at your finger tips. Great for tax records and business planners. No restraints- store your appointments any way you want. Easy to use. Calculator and Clock included. A Personal Task List is included to balance daily tasks. View your appointments at a week at a glance. Anniversary, birthday, holiday reminders are a snap with the Event Master. Keep those weekly events in control with the Repetitive Task Manager. Mail Merge or Merge Print a letter to all your contacts. NO TRAINING required. Import data using .MDB Access databases, or use tab or comma-delimited text files using the revolutionary Import Wizard. Context sensitive help is included. Please see the help file - PIM.HLP for more information. Requires VBRUN300.DLL.

SUPERIOR SHAREWARE in WINDOWS Magazine's January 1995 issue!

SUPERIOR SHAREWARE in WINDOWS Magazine's January 1996 issue!

2 Years!!

Pricing: Still just $21.95, and $15 for upgrades

Filenames to look for: WPIM.ZIP, WPIM95.ZIP, WPIM51.ZIP

PLUS, visit our web page: all of our Windows products now run in Windows 95. Many programs have been updated... your bound to find yourself using all of AMF's software!

Check out our newly updated home page-- and while you're there, download our programs, and get your questions answered: http://www.execpc.com/~amfsoft/index.html

Thanks for your time and support. Send your questions and comments to us at this e-mail address: just press reply.

Sincerely,

Andrew M. Freeman, <ASP>

AMF

1/7/95

Check out our new web page: http://www.execpc.com/~amfsoft/index.html

Andrew M. Freeman

AMF

P.O. Box 189

Holbrook, N.Y. 11741-0189

USA

AMF, providing users with high quality, low cost software since 1992.

74250.1700@compuserve.com


New Jersey Online School-House
ANNOUNCING A NEW EDUCATION RESOURCE FOR NEW JERSEY!

THE NEW JERSEY ONLINE SCHOOL-HOUSE

Who's Who Online in New Jersey Education

http://www.nj.com/education

New Jersey Online, a free, daily Internet service for New Jersey offers all New Jersey teachers, librarians, school administrators, school districts and classes free home pages on the Web.

To list yourself, your class, and your school in our searchable database of teachers, classes, schools and districts involved in new media and the web connect to http://www.nj.com/education/who.html

In addition, we are looking for New Jersey teachers to contribute to NJOnline's EduPick Of The Month. If you write a review for us of a great Web sites that can be a supplement to curriculum units and for interactive, hands-on learning and we publish it on New Jersey Online, we'll give you a subscription to the Conde Nast magazine of your choice.

For more information, connect to http://www.nj.com/education

or send email to

Susan Mernit

Editor

New Jersey Online

smernit@nj.com


WWW Site for Doing Business with Fed Gov't
Wood River Technologies, Inc. Announces the Federal Marketplace

A World Wide Web Site for Doing Business with the Federal Government

   http://www.fedmarket.com

Ketchum, ID, January 8, 1996: Wood River Technologies, Inc. today announced the Federal Marketplace, an Internet site for doing business with the federal government. An annual subscription of $75 provides businesses with a one-stop source of information on how to win and manage federal contracts.

Most businesses find dealing with the government confusing and fraught with red tape. The Federal Marketplace demystifies the regulations and requirements for conducting federal business. The following five Marketplace features are free of charge:

  Overview of the Federal Market

  Sales Opportunities

  News Forum

  Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)

  Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)

The federal market is dynamic. Thousands of sales opportunities are advertised daily and the rules for conducting business with the federal government change frequently. The government is making more and more of its purchases through its new electronic procurement process.

Readers can visit the Federal Marketplace daily to learn about sales opportunities and what is happening in the federal market. Changes in federal bidding and contracting requirements and new developments in federal electronic procurement are announced as they occur.

A subscription to the Marketplace provides users with information on all aspects of federal procurement. Topics ranging from identifying sales opportunities to bid preparation are presented at a "how-to" level. Step-by-step procedures for meeting federal requirements are provided, along with electronic forms and directories of federal procurement offices.

Databases of active federal contracts, major federal contractors, and procurement assistance resources are provided in an indexed, easily accessible format. These databases provide valuable information for identifying which federal agencies purchase a company's product or service and for identifying individual contracting opportunities.

Wood River Technologies, Inc. (WRT) is an Internet publisher. WRT world wide web products include the Federal Marketplace, Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) Internet services, and FedNet, a value-added federal information locator.

Summary: The Federal Marketplace is a one-stop source of information updated daily to assist businesses in selling products and services to the federal government. The Marketplace is low cost, easy to use and provides information which will increase a company's federal sales. Comprehensive, value-added information on how to win federal contracts is presented in a way that demystifies federal procedures and eliminates red tape. Electronic forms, contact directories, and step-by-step procedures for identifying sales opportunities and increasing federal sales are provided in a practical, usable format.

Wood River Technologies, Inc.

PO Box 6639

323 Lewis St., Suite J

Ketchum, ID 83340

Phone: (208) 726-5553,  Fax: (208) 726-5590


Convert any Help file into a Web site

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The new Help-to-HTML Converter automates the process of creating World Wide Web sites by converting any Windows 3.1 or Windows 95 Help file into HTML files. No Internet publishing experience is needed to easily create Internet Web sites!

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La Jolla, CA, January 10, 1995 - Blue Sky Software announces the new 32-bit Help-to-HTML Converter for Windows 95 and Windows NT. Based on Blue Sky Software's unique Help-to-HTML technology, the new Help-to-HTML Converter automatically converts any Windows 3.1 or Windows 95 Help file into a Web site.

Converts any Windows 3.1 and Windows 95 Help file into HTML files

The new Help-to-HTML Converter provides an easy and fast solution for Internet publishing. With the new Help-to-HTML Converter, you can now take advantage of the many similarities between Windows Help and HyperText Markup Language (HTML). You can use all currently available Help Authoring environments, from low-end shareware products to high-end products such as RoboHELP to create Help files and easily and quickly convert them into HTML and Web graphics files with the Help-to-HTML Converter; even Help files written manually can be converted into HTML files.

The Help-to-HTML Converter does not require the use of a specific Help development tool. However, the new RoboHELP HTML Plug-in eases the HTML file creation process for RoboHELP 95 users by seamlessly integrating the Help-to-HTML technology into RoboHELP 95.

The Help-to-HTML Converter automatically converts Help features into corresponding HTML and Web graphic files (GIF) - making the creation of Internet Web sites intuitive and easy. No programming is needed! The Help-to-HTML Converter automatically:

* Converts the Contents Tab or the Contents Topic of a Windows Help

  file into an HTML Home Page

* Transforms each Help topic into an HTML file

* Converts jumps and popups into HTML links

* Converts each bitmap into a Web graphic file (GIF)

* Transforms each hotspot graphic into a Web graphic file (GIF) with

  corresponding image map files

The Help-to-HTML Converter also collects all graphics and HTML files for fast and easy transmission of the Web site to the Web server.

Help-to-HTML Kit

The Help-to-HTML Converter is part of the new Help-to-HTML Kit which also includes the RoboHELP HTML Plug-in for RoboHELP 95, the award-winning Help Authoring tool for Windows 95 and Windows NT.

RoboHELP HTML Plug-in

With the new RoboHELP HTML Plug-in, RoboHELP 95 now supports the creation of both a Help system and a Web site from a single source. The new RoboHELP HTML Plug-in used with RoboHELP 95 allows users to effortlessly create Help systems and their corresponding HTML files.

RoboHELP 95 is the only Help Authoring tool providing simultaneous Help and HTML creation from a single source. With the new RoboHELP HTML Plug-in, RoboHELP 95 users can create HTML and Web graphic files for a Web site while remaining in RoboHELP's user-friendly, visual environment.

With the new RoboHELP HTML Plug-in, RoboHELP 95 users create a Windows Help file and simply select the "Create HTML" option from within RoboHELP; all the HTML files needed for an Internet Web site are automatically generated.

Pricing and Availability

The new Help-to-HTML Kit will be available in January 1996 at a special introductory price of $199 (list price is $398). RoboHELP 95 is now available at a suggested retail price of $499. Special competitive upgrade pricing is now available for users of competitors' Help authoring tools. For information, contact Blue Sky Software Sales Department at 1-800-459-2356 - Intl.: 1-619-459-6365 Fax: 619-459-6366. http://www.blue-sky.com - Internet: sales@blue-sky.com.

Blue Sky Software Corp

7777 Fay Ave, Suite 201

La Jolla, CA 92037

619-459-6365,  fax 619-459-6366

http://www.blue-sky.com


One Step Creation for HTML & WinHelp
One Step Creation process for Internet HTML and Windows Help Files

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The new RoboHELP HTML Plug-in automates the process of creating HTML files needed to build World Wide Web (WWW) sites. The new RoboHELP HTML Plug-in used with RoboHELP 95 turns Microsoft Word 7 and Word 6.0 32-bit into full-featured Hypertext authoring tools capable of creating HTML files and Windows Help systems simultaneously.

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Lo Jolla, CA, January 10, 1996 - Blue Sky Software announces the new 32-bit RoboHELP HTML Plug-in for RoboHELP 95, the award-winning Help Authoring tool for Windows 95 and Windows NT. The new RoboHELP HTML Plug-in is based on Blue Sky Software's unique Help-to-HTML technology. With the new RoboHELP HTML Plug-in, RoboHELP 95 supports the creation of both a Help system and the equivalent Internet Web site from a single source.

With the new RoboHELP HTML Plug-in, RoboHELP 95 users simply select the "Create HTML" option from within RoboHELP; all the HTML files, graphics, and image map files needed for a Web site are automatically generated.

RoboHELP 95 is the only Help Authoring tool supporting this state-of-the-art plug-in architecture, thereby providing simultaneous Help and HTML creation from a single source. With the new RoboHELP HTML Plug-in, there is no learning curve to create HTML files. The RoboHELP HTML Plug-in guides users through the process of creating HTML files for a Web site while working in RoboHELP's user-friendly environment.

New HTML Support

RoboHELP's visual environment provides an easy way to create standard and advanced Windows Help features such as jumps, topics, graphics, multiple hotspot graphics, Contents Tab, and more. The RoboHELP HTML Plug-in automatically converts these Help features into corresponding HTML features - making the creation of Web sites intuitive and easy. No programming is needed!

The RoboHELP HTML Plug-in automatically creates:

* An HTML Home Page based on the Contents Tab or the Contents

  Topic of a Windows Help file

* An HTML file for each Help topic

* Links to HTML files based on Help topic jumps and popups

* A Web graphic file (GIF) for each bitmap

* A Web graphic file (GIF) with corresponding image map files

  for each hotspot graphic

The RoboHELP HTML Plug-in also collects all graphics and HTML files for fast and easy transmission of the Web site to the Web server.

Help-to-HTML Kit

The RoboHELP HTML Plug-in is part of the new Help-to-HTML Kit which also includes the Help-to-HTML Converter. The Help-to-HTML Converter is based on the same Help-to-HTML technology as used by the RoboHELP HTML Plug in. However, the Help-to-HTML Converter converts any Windows 3.1 or Windows 95 Help files into HTML files - regardless of the Help authoring tool used to create them and without the need of source code. The Help-to-HTML Converter allows users to quickly create World Wide Web pages from any Help file. No Internet publishing experience is needed.

Pricing and Availability

The new Help-to-HTML Kit will be available in January 1996 at a special introductory price of $199 (list price is $398). RoboHELP 95 is now available at a suggested retail price of $499. Special competitive upgrade pricing is now available for users of competitors' Help authoring tools. For information, contact Blue Sky Software Sales Department at 1-800-459-2356 - Intl. 1-619-459-6365 Fax: 619-459-6366. http://www.blue-sky.com - Internet: sales@blue-sky.com.

Blue Sky Software Corp

7777 Fay Ave, Suite 201

La Jolla, CA 92037

619-459-6365,  fax 619-459-6366

http://www.blue-sky.com


AOL & Century Online/HFS Alliance
HFS INCORPORATED, CENTURY 21 REAL ESTATE CORPORATION AND AMERICA ONLINE ANNOUNCE ALLIANCE TO CREATE AN EXTENSIVE CONSUMER REAL-ESTATE INFORMATION SERVICE

First Private Online Broker Network Will Link More than 6,000 Offices

Builds on HFS Incorporated's Strategy of Tapping New Revenue Streams in the $1 Trillion Housing and Related Services Market

PARSIPPANY, NJ, January 10, 1995 -- Century 21 Real Estate Corporation, a subsidiary of HFS Incorporated (NYSE: HFS), the world's largest real estate organization, and America Online (NASDAQ: AMER), the nation's largest on-line network, today announced the formation of an alliance to provide a service that will redefine the consumer real-estate market and link the entire 6,000-strong CENTURY 21AE broker network.

The services will include CENTURY 21 Communities, the most comprehensive source of consumer information ever developed for prospective homebuyers about communities across the nation, which will be available to all AOL members. Additionally, TWENTY-ONE ONLINE, a private network within the AOL service will be created for the exclusive use of CENTURY 21 brokers and associates providing broker-to-broker networking and referrals, financial and other communications with the company, and access to a range of homeowner services for customers. As part of the agreement the CENTURY 21 system will become a major advertiser on America Online.

Henry R. Silverman, HFS Chairman and Chief Executive Officer stated, "Our latest alliance with America Online is a major step toward our vision of the 'virtual home store.' For the shareholders of HFS and America Online this venture creates a whole new business and brand new revenue sources from advertising, subscribers and other fees for both companies, who are uniquely positioned to make it work and take advantage of the rapid changes taking place in real estate and information technology."

Robert W. Pittman, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Partner of Century 21 Real Estate Corporation said, "This alliance brings together the market power of America's only true national brand in real estate with the vast networking capability available through America Online, the most successful and fastest growing consumer on-line service, to launch real estate into this new interactive medium."

"This alliance and others we have established will continue to build the already dominant CENTURY 21AE brand, provide additional leads, increase our training opportunities, reduce costs and dramatically expand the services and automation resources available to our broker network."

"We will use this technology to fulfill our pledge to provide services never before seen in the industry, providing CENTURY 21 brokers and associates a distinct competitive advantage and offering customers a new world of convenience and cost-savings. This breakthrough initiative with America Online furthers our commitment to brokers to be the most responsive, creative and entrepreneurial company in the real-estate industry."

President of America Online Services Company Ted Leonsis stated, "This milestone venture with CENTURY 21 demonstrates America Online's value and potential not only as an unmatched resource for consumers, but as a powerful and effective tool for businesses. Through America Online's creative on-line programming consumers will be able to access valuable information on communities in which they live or would like to live -- from schools to daycare to health clubs to houses of worship -- and CENTURY 21 brokers and agents will have the capability to work with one another, their corporate headquarters and outside vendors to fulfill customers' needs."

First of New Services Scheduled for Launch in Mid-1996

CENTURY 21 Communities on America Online is scheduled for launch in Mid-1996 and will allow consumers to access real estate market conditions, community services and a broad range of other information about home ownership in cities and towns across America from any networked computer, whether at home or in CENTURY 21 broker offices.

TWENTY-ONE ONLINE, an exclusive proprietary on-line service within AOL, will provide CENTURY 21 brokers and sales associates a competitive advantage as the first real-estate network linked on-line, with access to benefits not available through any other company. The CENTURY 21 system of more than 6,000 offices and 80,000 sales associates will be able to transmit referrals and financial information, interact with their peers on-line, obtain daily news and information updates, access training information, and connect with the CENTURY 21 corporate office and its "quick response team" of business consultants as well as a series of other information and assistance services.

TWENTY-ONE ONLINE will also allow the CENTURY 21 system to implement its vision of "one-stop shopping" for real estate and related home services by providing brokers and agents the ability to access vendors ranging from mortgages to home improvements, and to complete applications and obtain these services for customers on the spot.

Pittman stated, "CENTURY 21AE customers will not only be better educated, but will directly save money, time and effort through our on-line services. While there will never be any substitute for face-to-face contact and value-added services of real-estate professionals, customers will come into CENTURY 21 brokers' offices better informed and more prepared to begin the process of buying or selling a home or embarking on a home improvement project. Once there, CENTURY 21 brokers and associates will be able to offer them a complete range of real-estate related services, from mortgages to title searches to home improvements, on-demand and on-line."

"We will also provide brokers new tools to enhance productivity, a pipeline for nationwide referrals, opportunities to establish peer networks and mentor relationships, additional leads and more comprehensive and quicker response to their needs. And with instant access on-line to information and the unparalleled resources of the CENTURY 21 system, our brokers and agents will more than ever be the most professional, best informed and trained in the real estate industry," concluded Pittman.

HFS Incorporated is the world's largest franchisor of hotels and residential real estate brokerage offices. Its stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "HFS." In lodging, the Company has approximately 4,700 Days Inn, Howard Johnson, Knights Inn, Park Inn, Ramada, Super 8 and Villager Lodge franchised hotels with approximately 450,000 rooms in the United States, Canada, Latin America and Europe. In residential real estate, HFS has approximately 6,000 CENTURY 21AE franchised offices in the United States and fourteen other countries and territories.

America Online, Inc., (NASDAQ symbol: AMER), based in Vienna, Va., is the largest and fastest growing provider of online services in the world with the most active subscriber base. AOL offers its subscribers a wide variety of services including electronic mail, conferencing, software, computing support, interactive magazines and newspapers and online classes, as well as easy and affordable access to services of the Internet. AOL has a global workforce consisting of more than 3,500 people. Founded in 1985, AOL has established strategic alliances with dozens of companies, including Capital Cities/ABC, Viacom, Bertelsmann, Hachette, IBM, Compaq and American Express. Personal computer owners can obtain America Online software at major retailers and bookstores, or by calling 800-827-6364.


Digital Enhanced Alphaserver Software Kit
DIGITAL ANNOUNCES ENHANCED INTERNET ALPHASERVER SOFTWARE KIT

Everything in One Kit for Getting Real Business from the Internet

TORONTO, ON, CANADA (Internet World), January 10, 1995 -- Digital Equipment Corporation today announced the Internet AlphaServer Software Kit for Digital UNIX V.2. This enhancement of Digital's proven Internet AlphaServer Software Kit brings customers everything they need to make their site internet-application ready. Digital has consolidated, compiled, tested and integrated all the software in the Kit for interoperability so that users can save time and money when they set up and install their system.

Improved features include graphical Internet AlphaServer administration software scripts for quick installation and a graphical interface for setup and management of Internet news groups. Digital's AlphaServer system can handle thousands of Internet newsgroups on one server. The Kit also includes tcpwrapper, an enhanced Internet security application that allows users to turn off certain programs that expose systems to unsecured Internet traffic, as well as a test to verify changes. The enhanced Software Kit can now run in Digital's DECsafe Available Server Environment (ASE), allowing users access to their web site even if a failure occurs.

"The Net is today's hot spot for doing business. No company can afford to ignore the business implications of representation on the Internet. It's the global vehicle for expanding users markets, taking offerings worldwide and laying a strong foundation for future commerce," said Rose Ann Giordano, vice president of Digital's Internet Business Group.

Unique among UNIX versions, the 64-bit Digital UNIX architecture can support 1,000 simultaneous domain names, enabling Internet Service Providers to host multiple customer sites on one server. The Internet AlphaServer Software Kit runs in all models of Digital's powerful AlphaServer family. The kit is also prepackaged on two new AlphaServer systems including the 1000/266 and 400/233. The Internet AlphaServer kit brings customers everything they need to make their site Internet-application ready.

Giordano continued, "With the enhanced Internet AlphaServer Software Kit, Digital has again assembled useful, feature-rich, robust versions of popular public and supported Internet applications. The kit helps users get their Web site up and running in time to obtain real results in today's virtual marketplace. The continuous improvements to the Kit are based on customer feedback, the transition of the Internet from pilot systems to production systems and customers need for 64-bit Alpha performance."

The new version of the software kit adds the following features and functionality:

     o   Ease of installation and management--Scripts that easily

         guide the user through the installation process, saving

         time and getting servers up and running faster. Graphical

         scripts also facilitate management.

     o   Applications--all the applications needed to do business

         on the Internet including Mail, news, web serving, proxy

         caching for fast customer response, Netscape

         Communications' industry leading server software and more.

     o   Enhanced Internet security--provided with the inclusion of

         tcpwrapper. This program allows users to turn off programs

         such as remote login, file transfer (FTP), telnet, and mail

         which expose systems to unsecured Internet traffic.

     o   Scalability--From entry-level to full enterprise-wide

         production systems. Users can use the Internet kit on the

         Digital system that meets their current application needs,

         then expand as requirements increase.

     o   Worldwide service and support--service and support from

         over 450  locations in more than 100 countries worldwide to

         keep customers on the Net, continuously and cost-

         effectively.

     o   High availability--for Internet-accessed information

         repositories, hosting home pages, or use in electronic

         commerce.  The  optional DECsafe application functionality

         is particularly important to Internet sites with large

         populations and high availability needs.

     o   High performance--Digital's industry-leading 64-bit Alpha

         architecture and 64-bit UNIX operating system provide

         unmatched performance right where users need it--in front

         of millions of customers, 24 hours a day.

Digital Equipment Corporation is the world's leader in open client/server solutions from personal computing to integrated worldwide information systems. Digital's scalable Alpha platforms, storage, networking, software and services, together with industry- focused solutions from business partners, help organizations compete and win in today's global marketplace.


Develcon Acquiring EDA Instruments
January 9, 1996 -- Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada -- Develcon Electronics Ltd. today announced it has entered into a letter of intent with certain of the major shareholders of EDA Instruments Inc. (EDA), a designer and manufacturer of Wide Area Networking (WAN) equipment, in connection with the proposed purchase by the Company of all of the issued and outstanding shares of EDA.

Under the terms of the transaction, Develcon would issue an aggregate of 7,228,109 Common Shares and 3,614,055 Common Share purchase warrants to acquire the 2,007,808 common shares of EDA to be outstanding immediately prior to the closing of the transaction. Develcon would issue a total of an additional 219,360 Common Shares to employees of EDA in consideration for their agreement to terminate or waive options held by them to acquire common shares of EDA.

In addition, Develcon would enter into an employment agreement with Geoffrey Bennett, the President of EDA. Develcon would also agree that, for as long as Mr. Bennett is employed by the Company and he or members of his immediate family hold at least 2,000,000 Common Shares of the Company, he will be entitled to a nominee for election as a director of the Company.

The completion of the transaction is subject to, among other things, the receipt by Develcon of net proceeds of at least $10 million from a special warrant financing to be undertaken by the Company and the approvals of The Toronto Stock Exchange and the shareholders and directors of the Company and EDA. The proceeds of the special warrant offering would be used to eliminate long-term indebtedness of Develcon, including the indebtedness of EDA assumed on the acquisition, and to provide the working capital required to fund the anticipated growth of the combined organizations. Develcon has engaged First Marathon Securities Ltd. and Midland Walwyn Capital Inc. as its financial advisors in preparation for such proposed special warrant offering.

William D. Vancoughnett, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer stated, "There is an opportunity here to build on a long standing bilateral OEM and technology licence relationship between the two companies. Develcon's ATM, LAN bridge/router and ISDN technologies together with EDA's Frame Relay, X.25 switch and Legacy WAN Protocol technologies give us the ability to address larger and more robust connectivity solutions for enterprise networks. The acquisition of EDA will provide Develcon with the critical mass needed to improve its competitive position in the networking marketplace.

"There are significant technological synergies which we can leverage into new products to fit a broader range of applications which neither organization has been able to fully capitalize on a stand-alone basis. In addition to the obvious operational benefits of merging elements of the organizations, the complementary channels to market will provide significantly increased geographic coverage for the two companies."

Geoffrey Bennett, President of EDA, stated that "the acquisition of EDA by Develcon would provide the financial and marketing resources to allow the companies to capitalize on the strong market acceptance that has been received for the recently introduced Athena range of wide area communications platforms and also permit faster development of additional LAN capabilities for the product."

Develcon is a leading Canadian designer, manufacturer and supplier of reliable, easy-to-use, standards-based data communications equipment with special emphasis on ISDN Remote LAN access approved for use around the world. It markets all its products through indirect channels in over 60 countries.

The Company specializes in products used to create, interconnect and manage LANs. These include a line of stackable SNMP-managed Hubs, local and remote Ethernet and Token Ring Bridges, Ethernet multi-protocol Bridge/Routers and ISDN Bridge/Routers.

EDA is a Canadian designer of a range of WAN products which are marketed in over 50 countries. The Company, which employs approximately 70 people and has current annual revenues in the area of $9 million, has its head office in Toronto and branch offices in Singapore and Santiago, Chile. As a result of the transition from the MPX25000 to the Athena product line and the substantial investment in Research and Development and Marketing, the Company has operated at a loss during the past two years. Management of EDA expects that at the projected level of shipments the Company would return to profitability in the near term.

EDA's business is the design, manufacture and marketing of data communications equipment used to organize and transmit data over private and public information networks in a timely and cost effective manner. These products offer the user a choice of data transmission protocols ranging from X.25 to Frame Relay or ISDN together with a base for expansion to ATM. EDA's technological strength lies in its proprietary combination of hardware and software, which provides well priced solutions to the data transmission challenges of both network operators and users. EDA is addressing the advanced needs of the data communications marketplace with its recently introduced Athena platform. This platform is technologically unique in that it meets the need for both packet switching and routing functions, in a comprehensive yet flexible and highly cost effective manner.

As at January 9, 1996, an aggregate of 22,278,057 Common Shares of Develcon were issued and outstanding and an additional 4,185,000 Common Shares of the Company were issuable pursuant to all outstanding stock options and securities convertible into or exchangeable for Common Shares of the Company.

The Common Shares of Develcon Electronics Ltd. are listed on The Toronto Stock Exchange (symbol DLC).

For further information, please contact:

W.D. Vancoughnett

Chairman of the Board and

  Chief Executive Officer

Develcon Electronics Ltd.

(306) 933-3300


Blueridge OPTIX Database Publishing System
Blueridge Announces OPTIX Database Publishing System

Flint Hill, VA --- January 8, 1996 --- Blueridge Technologies, "The Internet Document Management Company," announced OPTIX DB Publisher. OPTIX DB Publisher is the first cross-platform solution for publishing documents from large-scale document databases to laptops and CD ROMs, allowing you to create miniature, portable databases.

Today's document management systems allow you to create huge databases of documents. But if you want to publish and distribute portions of your database, you're hard pressed to find a system that will let you do it. The few products that do allow you to publish your documents, force you to publish them for a single platform (either Macintosh or Windows), but not for both.

OPTIX DB Publisher changes all that. With OPTIX, you can publish all or part of your database to CD ROMs, and then make those CD ROMs available to anyone who needs access to them, wherever they need it. You can even publish across platforms, so that your CD ROMs work on both Macintosh and Windows-based computers.

OPTIX DB Publisher is easy to use. To select data to publish, you simply query your database. When you find the documents you're looking for, you select the "Publish" option. OPTIX then automatically gathers all the documents and the index records associated with those documents, and publishes them to a CD ROM (or to any other storage medium you designate). The result is a miniature, portable OPTIX database, complete with your documents, the indexes associated with those documents, and the query screen you need to search for precisely the documents you want to locate within your portable database.

OPTIX supports any kind of document, including scanned images, word processing files, spreadsheets, and COLD documents. And OPTIX allows you to use your portable OPTIX databases wherever you need them. For example, you can publish an executive's correspondence to a laptop so he or she can read those documents while on a business trip. Or you can publish legal records to a CD ROM and carry them into a courtroom.

Founded in 1988, Blueridge Technologies is one of the industry's oldest and most respected providers of electronic document management systems (EDMS). Long the leading supplier of industrial-strength document imaging and workflow systems for Apple Macintosh computers, in 1994 OPTIX became the first electronic document management system to offer workflow, document imaging, document control, COLD (Computer Output to Laser Disk), and natural language text retrieval for both Windows and Macintosh workstations. Via the new OptixWEB interface, OPTIX also supports popular Web browsers, including Netscape Navigator, Internet Explorer from Microsoft, Mosaic, and all the client platforms these products support, including Windows, Macintosh, and UNIX workstations.

OPTIX DB Publisher will be available in 3Q96. OPTIX systems begin in the range of $100,000 and include server software, client software for both Macintosh and Windows, installation, training, and support. For more information about OPTIX, visit the Blueridge World Wide Web site at: "http://www.blueridge.com". Or send an email to "OPTIX@blueridge.com".

Blueridge Technologies

664 H Zachary Taylor Highway

Flint Hill, VA 22627

Voice: 540-675-3015

Fax: 540-675-3130

Web: http://www.blueridge.com


Sybase New Media Website Open for Business
The Sybase New Media website is now open for business at http://www.newmedia.sybase.com. Visitors to the site can exchange ideas about website design and electronic commerce, learn about (and download) Sybase and Powersoft products, and see how leading developers are using Sybase products to conduct business on the Internet and create websites. Starting today, visitors also will be able to download a free beta version of Sybase web.sql, a new product that provides high-speed, open links between SQL databases and Web servers and allows Internet and "intranet" developers to quickly and easily leverage the data held in existing company databases with minimal coding.


ESL Global Messaging Deal with BT
ENTERPRISE SOLUTIONS COMPLETES GLOBAL MESSAGING DEAL WITH BT

Client-Based EXM Mail Complements Global Network, Providing Worldwide High Grade, Secure Dial-Up Access for Electronic Mail and Other Services

January 9, 1996 - Following the recent announcement at the Geneva Telecom show, where BT launched their new global X.400 based messaging service, Enterprise Solutions Limited (ESL) is pleased to announce the signing of an agreement between BT (Worldwide) Ltd., and Enterprise Solutions UK Limited, for the provision of ESL's EXM Mail client-based software for dial-up users. Under the terms of the deal, BT will provide electronic mail-based services complying with the open standard X.400 specification using a customized version of ESL's industry-proven client package.

Users will be able to dial into BT public access points using modems or via an X.25 packet switched network to utilize store and forward electronic mail services. Client hardware can include PCs running MS-DOS, Windows 3.1, Windows 95, Unix or Apple Macintosh. BT will offer the EXM RUA (Remote User Agent) which provides the messaging front end to interface with the X.400 Message Store which forms a part of the BT service. The EXM Mail package includes an integrated MAPI capability which enables users to interface EXM to applications such as word processing, database, forms and spreadsheet tools.

Offering a one-stop shop, the deal provides end users asynchronous access meeting the OSI X.445 APS (Asynchronous Protocol Specification), over networks which maintain internationally-established grades of service. The system is highly secure against hackers, and interfaces with a rapidly growing mix of public X.400 service providers operating under the same performance mandate. To support the needs of the international community, the EXM Mail client package is available in English, French, German and Spanish. Other languages are to be introduced in the forthcoming months.

In addition to electronic mail, EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) is supported by the ESL EXM Mail application, enabling guaranteed secure transactions to be made between organizations across the BT and other X.400 systems.

The deal, which comes into force immediately, is expected to be promoted by BT and its partners in Europe and the UK; IT IS ANTICIPATED THAT BT AND ITS PARTNERS WILL EXTEND THE SERVICE TO THE ASIA PACIFIC REGION, AND TO THE AMERICAS.

More and more corporate organizations are turning to OSI (Open Systems Interconnect) X.400 services, which allow messages to be assigned three grades of priority by the sender, urgent, normal or low. BT provides a managed service which includes delivery and receipt notifications.

The X.445 APS (Asynchronous Protocol Specification) was originally developed by ESL when they were awarded the contract by the APS Alliance, a group of software manufacturers and service providers, to produce the reference implementation of APS. This implementation is the benchmark against which all other APS applications must comply, ensuring conformance between systems for dial-in clients to public and private networks.

Enterprise Solutions UK Limited is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Enterprise Solutions Limited of Westlake Village, California USA. Enterprise Solutions has been offering a complete, enterprise-wide messaging solution for moving information since 1991. EXM Mail consists of X.400 User Agents with P7 protocol and Message Store, full X.500 Directory Services, complete Mail Administration, 1988 X.400 Message Transfer Agents, and a family of mail-enabled add-on products for workflow and productivity. ESL is supplying EXM Mail X.400 and X.500 products for the Defense Message System-GOSIP contract. Other major customers include Wal*Mart Stores, McDonald's Corporation, Bank of France, German Parliament, Bankers Automated Clearing Services (BACS), the UK Ministry of Health, Digital Equipment Corporation and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc.

Enterprise Solutions Limited may be contacted at their corporate headquarters at 2900 Townsgate Road, Suite 210, Westlake Village, California 91361; telephone 805.449.4181; or fax 805.449.4186.

Enterprise Solutions UK Limited may be contacted at their European headquarters, Ariel House, Mill Lane, Alton, Hants., telephone 01420 544 372; or fax 01420 544 673. Information on Enterprise Solutions Limited and Enterprise Solutions UK Limited can be found on the World-Wide-Web at: http://www.esolutions.co.uk

A copy of this press release can be downloaded from the ESL Web site - the press index for ESL is: http://www.esolutions.co.uk/prindex.html


DEC Super Spider Fastest-Growing Search Tool
DIGITAL'S 'SUPER SPIDER' BECOMES INTERNET'S FASTEST-GROWING SEARCH TOOL

In Less than a Month, Digital Equipment's Hot Technology Surges Past Two Million Hits Daily

Company Considers Licensing, Advertising Offers...

MAYNARD, Mass., January 11, 1996 -- Within weeks of its introduction, Digital Equipment Corporation's advanced "super spider" technology has become the fastest-growing information search and indexing capability on the Internet's World Wide Web, the company said today. Paralleling the technology's phenomenal climb to more than two million "hits" or transactions per day is the keen interest from leading Internet companies seeking to negotiate business agreements.

"It has become clear that Digital has built the better 'cyber mousetrap' for capturing all of the information on the World Wide Web," said Samuel H. Fuller, vice president of Corporate Research. "Inquiries from firms doing business on the Internet have risen on the same steep curve as user interest in the technology. They are seeking to license the technology, use it internally, or advertise products and services on its home page. We will give careful consideration to all of these potential opportunities," he said, "before making final decisions in the coming months."

User Commentary

"Web users who have tried the Internet's first super spider software that we code-named Alta Vista are astounded by its speed and comprehensive response to their information queries," Fuller added.

Internet-savvy newspaper columnists have strongly recommended that readers put the technology through its paces, as they have. "The results, I promise, will blow you away," said David Plotnikoff, writing in the San Jose Mercury News in the heart of Silicon Valley. "Digital Equipment Corporation's Alta Vista is less than a week old, and it's already made its way to the top of my hotlist," he added. Norfolk Virginian-Pilot DoubleClick columnists Roger A. and Richard A. Grimes found Alta Vista "...hands down the best search engine... and it's simple to use." Richard also selected it for InfoNet's "Cool-Site-of-the-Day," which he maintains, just days after it was officially launched. In his "Postcard from Cyberspace" column in the Los Angeles Times, Daniel Akst called Alta Vista "...my favorite new Internet search engine...Searches are surprisingly fast and reasonably accurate, and search results are presented quite coherently."

From England, Jack Schofield, computer editor of The Guardian comments, "...Alta Vista is my favourite word-search engine....It is the power and speed of the searching that makes it great. It can do searches nothing else can manage."

Many Web users have acted on these recommendations and shared their excitement about Alta Vista in Newsgroups and via E-mail. Some examples:

"I tried it and was boggled by its speed and depth...This site blows the socks off all other Web search engines," said Nathan Sovik, Ph.D., University of Michigan. Phenix Management International's Al Doran of North York, Ontario, comments that Alta Vista "...may be the hot site of the year! You will find just about anything you are looking for with this search engine." And Dr. Tony Mace of Management Accountancy & Computer Education in Sussex, UK, said, "It's very good for picking up obscure pages which other search engines miss."

Digital is continuing its public test of the technology. Web users can access Digital's super spider and provide feedback through Digital's Internet address at:

                     http://altavista.digital.com

Researchers at Digital's Palo Alto facility have documented daily usage since the technology's introduction on December 15, when 300,000 hits were logged. The number doubled on Monday, December 18. By Wednesday, December 20, it had jumped to 1.5 million. Following the holiday period, the number reached more than two million daily, beginning January 4.

Quadrupled Capacity

The technology's super spider and super indexer employ next- generation software and advanced networking, powered by Digital's top-of-the-line AlphaServer 8400 system. The scalable hardware already has been upgraded to quadruple its original capacity -- from two to eight processors, and double the memory -- to keep pace with demand. AlphaServer 8400 systems can be upgraded incrementally to 12 processors in a single system and as many as 96 processors in a cluster of Alpha computers.

Most Comprehensive Search

Digital's super spider technology surpasses the limitations of current information services by delivering the most complete, precise, and up-to-date information of the Web's entire text. It conducts the most comprehensive search of the entire Web orders of magnitude faster than spiders used in conventional information search services. The super spider creates and dispatches a "brood of spiders" that crawls the entire Web. Second-generation scalable software simultaneously locates and indexes text as it finds Web pages. A powerful search engine enables Web users to conduct precise searches for specific information by looking for phrases, specifying key words, using case-sensitive matches, and restricting searches to titles or other parts of a document.

The super spider has crawled the Web at up to 2.5 million pages per day, finding and indexing more information than any other spider or crawling service. It is enroute to finding every page and indexing every word of text on the Web.

Digital Equipment Corporation is the world's leader in open client/server solutions from personal computing to integrated worldwide information systems. Digital's scalable Alpha platforms, storage, networking, software and services, together with industry- focused solutions from business partners, help organizations compete and win in today's global marketplace. Specific information on Digital's Alpha and Intel platforms, storage, networking, software, and services is available on the Internet and can be accessed through the Digital home page:  http://www.digital.com


Ericsson Uses IONA Orbix as Int'l CORBA Std
Ericsson Opts for IONA's Orbix as International CORBA Standard

Market leading CORBA implementation to speed software development at Ericsson

Dublin, Ireland, January 10, 1996: International telecommunications giant Ericsson AB., has signed a contract with IONA Technologies, Ltd to use IONA's Orbix as the company-standard CORBA implementation throughout the world. Initially Ericsson Radio Systems AB., Cellular Systems-American Standards, is using Orbix to develop its Cellular Management Operations System (CMOS) based on the Telecommunications Management Network (TMN) architecture. Ericsson expects to use the software in a number of similar large scale projects in 1996 and beyond.

Orbix is IONA's implementation of the Object Management Group's CORBA (Common Object Request Broker Architecture) specification. With Orbix, programmers can rapidly develop distributed, object-oriented applications following a consistent and straightforward, standards-based model.

This is one of the first times in the telecommunications industry that TMN standards and CORBA have been used extensively to build a network management product. In order to maintain the leading position in an increasingly competitive global telecommunications market, Ericsson is focusing on its core business in switching, radio and network management, and is relying more on strategic suppliers to provide common products and components. IONA Technologies has been chosen as a strategic supplier that enables Ericsson to focus on its core business.

Orbix was selected as the best implementation of CORBA in the market. The large range of platforms for which Orbix is available, its outstanding performance and its attractive features (e.g. support for unshared servers) are some of the significant reasons that motivated Ericsson to select Orbix.

"The Telecom's industry understands the value of standards in improving the quality and timeliness of software delivery. Few other industries have exacting requirements of the telecoms sector for scalability and robustness. Today's announcement endorses IONA and the OMG's assertion that CORBA can be the cornerstone for major software development projects," says Annrai O'Toole, vice president development at IONA Technologies.

Ericsson Research Canada based in Montreal, a division of Ericsson Radio Systems AB, will be the first Ericsson organization to use Orbix in CMOS. The project started at the end of 1995 and the product will be available in 1996. CMOS provides a family of tools which allow an operator to plan, operate and maintain a high-quality CMS8800 based cellular telephone network. CMOS's user-friendly graphical interface enables operators to increase their productivity and efficiency in many tasks.

Based in Dublin, Ireland and Boston, MA., IONA Technologies is the world's leading provider of CORBA conforming solutions. Its principal product, Orbix was launched in June 1993 as the first full and complete implementation of the Object Management Group's (OMG's) Common Object Request Broker Architecture (CORBA) standard. With Orbix, programmers can develop distributed, C++, object-oriented applications following a consistent and straightforward, standards-based model.

Orbix currently runs on 20 operating systems from a single code base. Platforms include: Windows 3.1x, Windows NT, OS/2, Macintosh System 7.5, twelve different Unix systems, OpenVMS AXP and the real-time operating systems VxWorks, QNX and LynxOS. Orbix for Windows and Windows NT include powerful integration allowing OLE-enabled applications to transparently invoke remote and local CORBA objects. IONA has integrated Orbix with ODI's ObjectStore object-oriented database, Isis Distributed Systems' reliable distributed computing technology and Novell's Tuxedo on-line transaction processing system, together with a variety of third-party middleware and tools.

Orbix is used by thousands of developers world-wide in large and small corporations including: Boeing Commercial Aircraft Group, IRIDIUM and Chemical Bank. All versions of Orbix interoperate seamlessly. Reviewers, Editors and other industry-knowledgeable judges at Unix Review magazine picked Orbix as one of the outstanding products of 1995 in the December issue of the magazine. IONA is partly owned by Sun Microsystems subsidiary, SunSoft, Inc.

Ericsson is one of the world's leading telecommunication companies. This position is based on leading edge technology, advanced systems know-how, international experience and the ability to meet specific customer requirements.

Ericsson's over 80,000 employees are active in more than 100 countries. Their combined expertise in switching, radio and networking makes Ericsson a world leader in telecommunications.

For Further Information Contact: Tom Golden or Tara O'Sullivan

IONA Technologies, Inc.      IONA Technologies, Ltd.

55 Fairbanks Blvd.,          8-34 Percy Place,

Marlboro, MA 01752           Dublin 4, Ireland

Tel: 508-460-6868            +353-1-6686522

Fax: 508-460-6099            +353-1-6686573

In the USA or Canada call I-800-orbix4u (1-800-672-4948)

email: tgolden@iona.com


Quarterdeck Internetsuite 2.0
QUARTERDECK ANNOUNCES INTERNETSUITE 2.0, FEATURING CYBERSITTER, REALAUDIO, AND IRC GLOBAL CHAT

Now Supports Netscape HTML Extensions and SSL Security

MARINA DEL REY, CALIF., JANUARY 9, 1996 --- QUARTERDECK CORP. (NASDAQ: QDEK) TODAY ANNOUNCED THE RELEASE OF INTERNETSUITE 2.0, A SIGNIFICANT UPGRADE TO ITS COMPLETE GRAPHICAL FRONT-END SOFTWARE PACKAGE FOR INTERNET USERS. WITH THE NEW UTILITIES AND THE POPULAR INTERNET FILE FORMATS THAT HAVE BEEN ADDED, INTERNETSUITE 2.0 NOW OFFERS THE MOST COMPLETE SOLUTION FOR THE USER TO GET ONLINE AND GAIN THE MAXIMUM USE OF THE INTERNET.

InternetSuite 2.0 now comes with the Global Chat utility, which gives users access to the Internet Relay Chat (IRC) real-time chat system on the Internet. For parents concerned with the adult content of the Internet, the CyberSitter utility will allow them to lock out pornographic materials from Web pages and Usenet newsgroups. Quarterdeck has also licensed the RealAudio player from Progressive Networks, the QuickTime for Windows from Apple Computer to play motion video, and an Adobe Acrobat PDF file viewer for Quarterdeck Mosaic. Quarterdeck Mosaic 2.0 also supports additional Netscape and HTML 3.0 formatting extensions, such as image alignment and tables and Netscape's Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) security protocol.

"With this release, InternetSuite is a far more comprehensive solution for everyone, from the novice to the experienced power user. These new features will allow everyone to get the maximum use out of the Internet," said Suzanne Dickson, director of Internet client products at Quarterdeck.

Other new features in InternetSuite 2.0 includes modem detection during setup, MIME messaging, a spell checker, and a global search system in the Quarterdeck Message Center, a news and mail reader.

InternetSuite 2.0 will be in stores and available from Quarterdeck Select Corporation at (800) 683-6696 this month for an estimated street price of $39.95. Owners of InternetSuite 1.0 or higher can upgrade for free plus shipping and handling by contacting Quarterdeck.

About Quarterdeck

Quarterdeck Corporation is a pioneer in the development of software products in four strategic business areas: Utilities, Internet Applications, Internet Services, and Telecommunications and Collaborative Computing. The company has led the industry in bringing utilities solutions to the Windows and DOS environments with its award-winning QEMM memory management software. The company also recently shipped three Windows 95 products: MagnaRAM 2.0, CleanSweep 95, and WINProbe 4.0 and the first product in the Telecommunications and Collaborative Computing area, WebTalk.

The company also offers an entire line of powerful, next-generation Internet tools for corporate, small business and individual users, including WebCompass, which was awarded Best of Show by the editors of BYTE magazine at fall Comdex, as well as Quarterdeck Mosaic, InternetSuite, WebSTAR, WebAuthor, Quarterdeck IWare Connect, and IWare InternetSuite for Novell NetWare. The company's diverse customer base includes government, educational, corporate, small business and individual users. The Dublin, Ireland office serves as its European headquarters, with offices in England, France, Germany, and Australia.

Quarterdeck Corporation's address is

13160 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey, CA 90292

Further product availability and pricing information can be obtained by calling (310) 309-3700, by accessing Quarterdeck's Internet Web site at http://www.quarterdeck.com/ , or by sending a mail request to info@quarterdeck.com .


Quarterdeck WebStar Win95/NT Web Server
QUARTERDECK SHIPS NEXT-GENERATION WEB SERVER, WEBSTAR FOR WINDOWS 95/NT

Low-Cost 32-bit Server Offers Security, Multiple Virtual Servers for both Intranet and Internet Locations

MARINA DEL REY, CALIF., JANUARY 9, 1996 --- QUARTERDECK CORP. (NASDAQ: QDEK) ANNOUNCED IT HAS BEGUN SHIPPING WEBSTAR FOR WINDOWS 95/NT. WEBSTAR, FORMERLY CALLED WEBSERVER 32, IS PRICED AT $399. IT OFFERS DIRECTORY-LEVEL SECURITY AND SUPPORTS THE ESTABLISHMENT OF MULTIPLE VIRTUAL SERVERS ON A SINGLE, NON-DEDICATED PC.

WebSTAR's installation program determines which operating system is being used and optimizes its performance accordingly. The program comes with a highly intuitive, graphical interface that makes setup, configuration, and administration of WebSTAR easy for the user. WebSTAR for Windows 95/NT requires a 486-66 with 8M bytes of memory to run under Windows 95, and a Pentium-based PC with 16M bytes of memory to run under Windows NT.

"Administrators and users will both find WebSTAR an easy way to set up a small, internal Intranet server for corporate use yet also powerful enough to scale up to run a high volume public Web site, handling many thousands of requests per hour. We think WebSTAR offers the best performance for its price in the Web server market," said Emerick Woods, vice president and general manager of the Internet Applications business unit at Quarterdeck.

WebSTAR for Windows 95/NT is designed to operate right out of the box with no Unix experience required. The Control Center handles all administration, logging, document management, and user management. It works with all popular Web browsers and authoring tools and is compatible with HTTP v1.0/HTTP v0.9.

WebSTAR for Windows 95/NT is shipping now to all of Quarterdeck's retail channels and is also available through Quarterdeck Select Corporation, the company's direct mail telemarketing network.

About Quarterdeck

Quarterdeck Corporation is a pioneer in the development of software products in three strategic business areas: utilities, remote computing and the Internet. The company has led the industry in bringing utilities solutions to the Windows and DOS environments with its award-winning QEMM memory management software. The company also recently shipped three Windows 95 products: MagnaRAM 2.0, CleanSweep 95, and WINProbe 4.0. The company also offers an entire line of powerful, next-generation Internet tools for corporate, small business and individual users called Quarterdeck Mosaic, InternetSuite, WebSTAR, WebAuthor, Quarterdeck IWare Connect, and IWare InternetSuite for Novell NetWare. The company's diverse customer base includes government, educational, corporate, small business and individual users. The Dublin, Ireland office serves as its European headquarters, with offices in England, France, Germany, and Australia.

Quarterdeck Corporation's address is 13160 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey, CA 90292. Further product availability and pricing information can be obtained by calling (310) 309-3700, by accessing Quarterdeck's Internet Web site at http://www.quarterdeck.com/ , or by sending a mail request to info@quarterdeck.com .


Chariot Network Performance Analysis Swr
GANYMEDE SOFTWARE ANNOUNCES CHARIOT

Performance is a critical factor in network computing. Technologies are changing more than ever: 100M Ethernet, switched LANs, Frame Relay, multimedia applications, ATM, and the list goes on. The requirement to provide a realistic measure of the performance of networks and the equipment used to build them is now being met.

Today, Ganymede Software is announcing Chariot, a software tool that will change how the industry measures network performance. Chariot runs as a set of coordinated network programs that simulate the data traffic of real client/server applications. It can be used to evaluate the performance of a single device - such as a router, adapter, or switch - or to measure the end-to-end performance of a complex network. With Chariot, creating and running tests is simple, whether you want to simulate a single file transfer or create hundreds of connections, mixing protocols and types of application traffic.

Chariot consists of two components: a console and endpoints. From the console, you create and run tests. The console runs a test by distributing test instructions to the endpoints. Each endpoint is a "skinny" network application that understands how to execute test scripts over different protocols. Each endpoint can run many test scripts at once, to many other endpoints. After the endpoints have completed a test, they send the performance information they have gathered to the console. The console combines the results and summarizes them for easy analysis. Chariot provides you with information about response time and throughput, and how consistent they were during the test. Chariot's unique design allows it to run very large tests, whether in a test lab or to endpoints distributed throughout a network.

IBM's networking divisions have begun using Chariot in their system tests of hardware and software. According to Jim Gray, an IBM Fellow in the Network Software Division, "Chariot allows us to easily configure a range of workloads that accurately model our customer's production networks. This has already improved our product quality and performance. We anticipate further benefits as the use of Chariot spreads amongst our customers and other vendors since we will then have a common industry-wide frame of reference for discussing network performance."

NETWORK MANAGERS USING CHARIOT

Designing and running a multi-protocol network that performs well can be difficult. Should you use TCP/IP or APPN? What happens when you combine them on a single backbone? How do HPR and IP encapsulation affect the decision? Which is better: switched 10M Ethernet, shared 100M Ethernet, or ATM? What will happen when you roll out new applications or add new users? The answers depend on your existing network infrastructure, your applications, and their traffic patterns. What network managers need is an easy-to-use tool that can handle a wide variety of performance analysis tasks.

Test the performance and capacity of products

Before buying new routers, switches, adapters, or network software, you would like to have a good idea of how they will perform in your environment. One of Chariot's beta testers is MCNC, North Carolina's microelectronics, communications and networking center. MCNC is providing an ATM infrastructure for customers and vendors to evaluate high speed networking technology and applications. "Our clients are extremely interested in how legacy data applications will perform and interoperate using IP encapsulation and LAN emulation," explains Nancy Agosta - Director, MCNC's Center for Network Testing Services. "Cell and frame generators may not provide a complete picture of network performance. Using Chariot to inject real application traffic onto the network allows us to test networking devices in an environment that is similar to an actual production network."

Predict the effects of running new applications

Today's applications frequently send large amounts of data, including images and multimedia. Before you deploy a new application, you want to know how it will perform and what effect it will have on the network. Using Chariot, you can simulate the application, measure response time, and measure the changes in the performance of other concurrent applications. You can anticipate and prevent problems instead of reacting to them!

Avoid network downtime

Have you ever made changes to your network over the weekend and come back Monday to find that your users have discovered a problem? Network downtime can be expensive. Using Chariot to quickly stress test your entire network from a single console makes these unpleasant surprises much less likely.

Identify the source of performance problems

Most corporate networks are managed by an IS organization, while the client/server applications are managed by the groups that use them. When performance problems arise, it can be difficult to determine where the problem lies. Chariot allows the help desk to test the network using an application's network flows, but without the application. This makes it simpler to isolate where the problems are and to pass them to the right group the first time.

Monitor the performance from network service providers

Services such as Frame Relay are normally provided with a Committed Information Rate (CIR). However, it can be difficult to determine the actual throughput you're receiving. Chariot can drive application traffic through the service, giving you an accurate measure of the performance you're achieving.

There is no other tool that can handle so many network performance tasks so well.

NETWORK VENDORS USING CHARIOT

Vendors who build networking software and hardware need accurate, reliable information about how their products perform. Product sales often hinge on their ability to provide performance and capacity planning information. While WinMarks tests workstation performance and TPC-C tests database performance, there are no comparable standard tests to evaluate application performance in networks. Using a metric like "64 byte frames-per-second" allows accurate, repeatable tests; however it gives little insight into how a multi-protocol network, running a mix of applications, will perform. Vendors need to provide their customers with better information and they need to obtain that information quickly and easily.

NetEdge Systems is currently rolling out Transparent LAN Data Service to its customers that need LAN connectivity across a high speed WAN. According to Bill Tao, Vice President of Engineering, "Chariot offers us a simple, yet powerful, mechanism for validating the performance of LAN-based applications running across an ATM router backbone. Running Chariot on standard PC hardware, we will be able to generate network traffic that simulates hundreds of end users."

Although Chariot's primary role is performance testing, it is also valuable for long-running, multi-protocol stress testing. Cisco Systems, the leading supplier of internetworking devices, is currently beta testing Chariot. According to Nick Francis - Director, Product Marketing, "Cisco is committed to delivering reliable, high performance connectivity to the mainframe for customers that are replacing Front End Processors with channel-attached routers. Using Chariot, we can generate hundreds of end-user application sessions across the channel for stress and regression testing. In addition, the performance information we collect will help our customers in capacity planning and network design."

Performance Testing Before Chariot

Most vendors are using a combination of products and tools to test performance. For example, they may be using IBM's TPNS to test SNA and applications like FTP or PING for testing TCP/IP. While these tests are helpful, they do have shortcomings. TPNS requires expert skills and dedicated mainframe system resources. The common TCP/IP applications weren't designed to be performance test tools; they include screen and disk I/O as part of the measurement of a network's performance. Factors not related to the network should be minimized to produce accurate, consistent measurements.

Some vendors use the frame-generating capabilities of LAN analyzers to test performance. These types of tests create network traffic that doesn't match real application flows. "We've gone on record numerous times pointing out the many limitations imposed on testing products with packet generation equipment,"commented Kevin Tolly, President and CEO of The Tolly Group. "What we've needed is a flexible, high-performance, multi-protocol test tool to evaluate everything from NICs to FRADs to LAN switches. Chariot, from Ganymede Software, is a product built to do just that."

CHARIOT'S FEATURES

Real application flows

You can run tests using the same data traffic that your applications generate. Chariot's scripting capabilities allow it to simulate almost any application. It can replicate an application's network traffic without other overhead, such as disk I/O or extraneous processing.

Flexible and easy-to-use scripts

You can create a mix of protocols and network traffic from the set of application scripts included with Chariot. Example scripts include file transfer, distributed database, Lotus Notes, web browsers, and a set of standard network benchmarks. Each script includes variables, such as the amount of data to send and the number of transactions to run. These variables make it easy to create the tests you want to run.

Multi-protocol support

Many of today's network performance problems come from merging SNA and TCP/IP backbones. Chariot lets you mix protocols in a test to measure the effect of one protocol on another. Changing a test script from one protocol to another is as easy as a click of the mouse.

Scaleable tests

Chariot can support hundreds of simultaneous connections in a test. Each computer running as an endpoint can support multiple connections, running different scripts, and a mix of protocols. Because of Chariot's low test overhead, a single pair of machines can saturate a LAN segment.

Information you need

Once you've run a test, you want to interpret the data quickly and easily. Chariot provides comprehensive information, including the minimum, maximum, and average throughput, response time, and transaction rates. You can also view the detailed timings from each script that was run. For more advanced functions, you can export the data to a spreadsheet such as Excel or 1-2-3.

Simple to get started

Some network performance tools require expert installation and up to a week of training. In contrast, Chariot's beta testers installed the product and started running tests in less than half an hour.

AVAILABILITY

Chariot has been in beta test for several months and Ganymede plans to make it generally available at the end of January 1996. For the first release of Chariot, the console will run on OS/2 and the endpoints will run on OS/2 and Windows 95. Test scripts can be run over TCP/IP and APPC. During 1996, Ganymede will expand the variety of platforms and protocols supported. MVS, Novell, and Windows NT top our list of new platforms, and IPX will be the next protocol.

PRICING

Chariot's price starts at $11,000. A typical configuration will cost approximately $15,000.

GANYMEDE SOFTWARE INC.

Ganymede Software Inc. was founded in April 1995 and is headquartered in Research Triangle Park, N.C. Ganymede develops tools to test and monitor network performance. Each year, companies dedicate a large percentage of their information technology budgets to building data communication networks. Ganymede's products assist in making the diverse components of those networks work together in the most effective manner.

The founders of Ganymede Software are Tim Huntley, Steve Joyce, Peter Schwaller, and Dr. John Q. Walker. They spent the past five years building APPC and APPN products, teaching application programming, and providing technical support for thousands of customers. They have taught at conferences around the world, authored a book on client/server programming, and written numerous articles.

Ganymede Software Inc.

P.O. Box 12076

2 Davis Drive, Suite 124

Research Triangle Park, NC 27709-2076

http://www.ganymede.nctda.org


StopWatch Time Recording Package
Dynamic Data Design has recently launched a time recording package called StopWatch.

StopWatch was written for professionals who charge their time out by the hour or who are interested in keeping accurate records of what they spend their time on. It has been designed to be easy and quick to use, so that the minimum time and effort is required to log time in detail.

StopWatch can handle a hierarchy of clients and projects, each of which can have definable charge out rates. Charge out rates can also be varied according to the user. In addition to this, StopWatch can log expenses incurred on projects and then report on any aspect of your time data using its built-in reporting tool.

The program is fully networkable enabling multiple fee-earners to concurrently record their time and produce reports.

StopWatch is designed for Windows 3.1x, but is also compatible with Windows95 and OS/2. It requires an IBM compatible 386 PC or better.

If you would like more information on StopWatch or an evaluation copy, email me at Nick@dddesign.demon.co.uk

Thanks for your time

Nick Watts

Dynamic Data Design Limited             Creators of StopWatch

The Business & Innovation Centre        The Windows Timesheet System

Angel Way

Bradford, West Yorkshire                Tel: +44 (0)1274 841314

BD7 1BX                                 Fax: +44 (0)1274 841315

United Kingdom


IBM Again Receives Most US Patents
IBM Again Receives Most U.S. Patents, Surpassing Own Record for a Single Year

ARMONK, N.Y., January 10, 1996 . . . IBM today announced it was awarded the most U.S. patents for the third straight year, receiving a record 1,383 patents from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office -- 27 percent more than any other company received in 1995.

The previous record was 1,298 U.S. patents, set by IBM in 1994. IBM also led with 1,087 patents in 1993, the first year since 1985 that a company based in the U.S. received the most U.S. patents.

Trailing IBM in the top 10 for 1995, according to IFI/Plenum Data Corporation**, were Canon KK, which had 1,088 patents; Motorola, 1,012; NEC, 1,005; Mitsubishi Denki Ltd., 971; Toshiba, 970; Hitachi Ltd., 909; Matsushita, 852; Eastman Kodak, 772; and General Electric, 757.

"IBM will continue to be the foundry for much of the intellectual capital created in our industry," said Marshall Phelps, Jr., vice president of intellectual property & licensing services for IBM. "We are pleased with the ranking and will continue to work hard to bring these innovations to market quickly. IBM continues to invest in key technological areas like software, networking, data storage and microelectronics -- as our patent portfolio for 1995 attests."

The IBM patents were almost exclusively in the field of information processing. Among the record number of 1995 U.S. patents issued to IBM are those for:

o    A way for a user to configure a computer network using a

     front-of-screen display, saving the user from the hassle of

     sending and installing command files.  This software

     invention, another example of IBM's network-centric

     computing strategy at work, will automatically configure a

     user's PC and send related configuration files to other

     workstation locations.  (U.S. 5,394,522)

o    A mobile networking system that brings digital data

     capability to present cellular phone systems.  The digital

     cellular overlay network collects unused or unusable air

     time, normally used for voice traffic, to send digital data.

     This invention is already used in wireless adapters for the

     IBM ThinkPad*.  (U.S. 5,404,392)

o    A method and system that allows a microprocessor to carry

     out several instructions simultaneously instead of serially.

     Multiple instructions are sent at the same time to execution

     units and the results are stored in intermediate "buffers."

     The intermediate buffers handle the results in a way that

     allows the simultaneous processing of several instructions

     at once without conflicts.  When processing is complete, the

     final results appear in registers, or storage locations,

     where the results can be used.  This technique greatly

     increases processing power.  This invention is already used

     in PowerPC* 603 and PowerPC 604 microprocessors.

     (U.S. 5,465,373)

o    A new formatting technique allows up to 30 percent more data

     to be stored on magnetic hard-disk drives used for computer

     data storage.  The new format increases data-storage

     capacity by removing all of the disk-sector-identification

     (ID) information that until now has preceded every block of

     data on the disk.  The necessary functions formerly served

     by the ID fields are now handled electronically.  When used

     in conjunction with the sensitive magnetoresistive recording

     head, another IBM innovation, this new formatting system

     also permits the data tracks to be closer together.

     (U.S. 5,438,559)

o    A system that allows a PC user to automatically retrieve

     video or audio from a database on an electronic network

     database resource.  A first user sends e-mail and places

     references to the database resource in the e-mail.  The

     recipient can simply use icons on the display to request the

     references without having to leave the e-mail item to

     issue access commands for the reference.  This invention

     provides a user-friendly way to send a request to a remote

     database, and the requested sound, audio or text is

     retrieved and displayed in a window.  (U.S. 5,418,908)

o    A method that organizes multiple windows on a display screen

     in proportion to the length of time each window is active.

     Upon receipt of a simple command from the user, the more

     active windows appear larger than windows that are active a

     shorter length of time.  This allows an easy way for a user

     to find windows that have become hidden or to turn windows

     into icons when they're seldom used.  (U.S. 5,390,295)

IBM news releases are available on the Internet, via the IBM Home Page at http://www.ibm.com

The IBM Fax Information Service allows you to receive facsimiles of prior IBM product press releases.  Dial 1-800-IBM-4FAX and enter "99" at the voice menu.


New IBM Computer Helps Catch Criminals
New IBM Computer System Helps Catch Criminals

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Jan. 9 . . .IBM and law enforcement officials here are teaming up with the latest computer technology to track and apprehend criminals. Many police officers will carry multimedia laptop computers in their squad cars that will give them instant access to a suspect's record, allow them to map out geographic patterns of crimes and watch videos of crime scenes.

The laptops will eventually be connected by a wireless link to ARJIS, San Diego County's Automated Regional Justice Information System, which holds a huge amount of historical data on crime cases, arrests, traffic accidents, stolen property and other information collected during field interviews.

IBM will redesign ARJIS in a client-server configuration to make it faster and easier to use. IBM will also incorporate advanced computer technologies, like multimedia and wireless communications, digital scanning, document imaging, video storage and computerized mapping.

ARJIS is used by many law enforcement officials in San Diego County, including county sheriff's deputies, police officers, deputy district attorneys, county deputy marshals and local FBI agents.

With the new ARJIS, police officers can use their laptops to track patterns in crimes, like a series of robberies in a neighborhood. With the use of computerized mapping software, the officers can pull up a map of a neighborhood, specify the type of crime, and find out immediately if there's a pattern, the modern version of placing push pins in a wall map.

By taking their laptop computers into the field, police officers can enter information on traffic citations, field interviews and crime reports. With wireless communications, they can transmit information on crimes and criminals directly to police officers in other squad cars and back to the ARJIS database. A powerful IBM RISC System/6000* computer will match the latest crime information to historical data to reveal patterns not readily apparent but integral to solving the crime.

The ability of computers to quickly identify patterns is what makes them valuable partners in law enforcement, according to Dave Worden. Assistant Police Chief of the San Diego Police Department. He points out that the exciting lights-flashing, sirens-screaming police chases portrayed on television don't really represent the mainstay of police work. To successfully catch a criminal, investigators must painstakingly sift through clues and make sense of an overwhelming amount of information -- the perfect job for a computer.

"We rely on ARJIS for up-to-date, critical information," Assistant Chief Worden said. "ARJIS has long served as a model for counties across the United States, and now it will be even better. The new system will be faster, more flexible and easier to use."

IBM will incorporate into the new ARJIS easy-to-use graphics and improved ability to manage information for case investigations, operations and administrative support. The improvements, Worden said, will allow police officers to spend more time on the streets where they're needed most.

The new ARJIS is being designed and installed by IBM's consulting and services group, which will also write the software and maintain the system.

"The ARJIS project is a good example of how IBM can apply its expertise in hardware, software and services to a computer system that helps our customers work more productively," said Skip Wyatt, IBM general manager of the western geography. "And, with ARJIS, we hope the system will help keep the people of San Diego safe, as well."

Wyatt added that the ARJIS project is a fine example of the coming "network-centric" world of computing where anyone can be connected -- by computer -- at any place and at any time. By connecting law enforcement officials with each other, and with the information they need to solve crimes, they can be more productive on the job.

Nancy Angus, ARJIS administrator, said IBM was chosen for the project because "IBM offered the right technology that could easily grow with us and because they were willing to develop and implement the new ARJIS in a cost-effective manner."

Also a consideration, Angus added, was IBM's willingness to work closely with the San Diego Data Processing Corporation, the ARJIS project manager.

Technology Details

At the core of the new system will be a four-processor IBM RISC System/6000* (RS/6000*) Scalable POWERparallel* Systems (SP*) computer. The IBM RS/6000 SP is running the IBM AIX 4.1* (UNIX) operating system and has an IBM DB2/6000* relational database management system with 33 gigabytes of data storage.

Object-oriented software such as IBM VisualAge and C++ application development tools will be used. These software tools will allow the developer to quickly write working parts of the application. And increased crime investigation functions will allow users to quickly and intuitively pose complex queries against the ARJIS database. IBM will also build in a variety of system management and connectivity features.

The client systems will include PC's, workstations, and the text-based terminals already in use at many agencies. Many agencies will also have a PC server at their locations. The new ARJIS will be an open computing system, allowing the agencies that use ARJIS to link various hardware and software already in place.


MicroGate MG3780 Comm App for OS/2
MicroGate Corporation Announces MG3780 for OS/2

Austin, Texas, January 2, 1996 -- MicroGate Corporation today announced MG3780 for OS/2.  MG3780 for OS/2 is an enhanced communications application program for exchanging batch data with host mainframe computers using the 2780/3780 Binary Synchronous Communications (BSC) serial protocol.  This new OS/2 product joins MicroGate's other 2780/3780 emulators, which are widely used in insurance, finance, and retail applications.

Using MG3780, PCs running OS/2 can communicate with host Job Entry Subsystems as RJE terminals, exchange data with remote host computers, or function as remote BSC printers.  Applications for MG3780 include Point-of- Sale (POS) data capture, Remote Job Entry (RJE), Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT), batch file transfer, and remote printing.  MG3780 features include native-mode Presentation Manager user interface; auto-dialing of switched BSC modem connections using "AT" commands; comprehensive scripting; attended and unattended sessions; real-time display of communications statistics and serial signal states; context-sensitive on-line help; session event logging; multi-level communications trace; and extensive configurability for different BSC environments.

MG3780 for OS/2 costs $ 699, including BSC adapter.  It is available now through MicroGate direct sales at (800)444-1982 or (512)345-7791.

Founded in 1982 and Headquartered in Austin, Texas, MicroGate Corporation designs, develops, manufactures, and markets personal computer data communications products.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

MG3780 for OS/2 is a 2780/3780 terminal emulation program used for communicating with mainframe or other host computers using the Binary Synchronous Communications (BSC) serial protocol.  With MG3780, computers running OS/2 2.1 or later can communicate with host Job Entry Subsystems as RJE terminals, exchange data with remote host computers, and function as remote BSC printers.

For ease of setup and use, MG3780 features a native Presentation Manager user interface.  Configuring MG3780 is done by selecting a Configure dialog box and choosing from a displayed list of options.  The resulting configuration can then be saved in a file and automatically loaded in subsequent sessions.

MG3780 can be started from the Workplace Shell or automatically when OS/2 is booted.  When started, MG3780 auto-configures itself for the selected configuration and enters interactive or batch mode.  In interactive mode, MG3780 can execute commands typed from the keyboard or selected from dialog boxes.  In batch mode, MG3780 can execute commands read from a script file or received from a remote computer.

MG3780 can be ordered with several different MicroGate BSC hardware adapters depending upon line speed and serial interface requirements.  BSC adapters include an RS-232 adapter capable of speeds up to 28,800 bps; a V.32bis internal modem adapter that supports line speeds up to 14,400 bps, and a high-speed V.35 adapter designed for use with digital service CSU/DSUs and ISDN TAs.

FEATURES

-    Enhanced 2780/3780 Terminal Emulation

-    Native PM User Interface

-    On-line Help

-    Menu Bar, with command dialog boxes

-    Button Bar, with command and quick script buttons

-    Status Bar, with display fields for operating mode, link status,

     and device status

-    Interactive and Batch Operation

-    Normal, Transparent, and Binary Text handling

-    Automatic EBCDIC-ASCII Translation with configurable

     character-level customizations

-    Logical Reader, Printer, and Punch devices definable as files or

     printers

-    Automatic File Naming option on receive files

-    Large Communications Blocks (up to 4096 bytes) for high

     communications throughput

-    Comprehensive Script support, including script creation and

     editing, quick script button for fast script execution, and

     startup script

-    Remote Command feature for accepting and executing commands

     sent from a remote computer

-    Automatic Dialer for configuring modems and dialing and answering

     switched connections using "AT" commands

-    Real-time Statistics Panel display

-    Real-time Virtual Modem Panel display

-    Session Message Logging

-    Communications Trace

-    MS-DOS Command Execution within MG3780

-    Configurable for different BSC operating environments

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FEATURE DESCRIPTION

Enhanced 2780/3780 Terminal Emulation

MG3780 emulates an IBM 2780 or 3780 data communications terminal for remote batch communications.  Besides full-featured 2780/3780 emulation, MG3780 also features numerous enhancements to increase communications flexibility and simplify setup and use.

Native PM User Interface

Designed to take advantage of OS/2 features, MG3780 provides a consistent PM user interface in performing its application functions.  These functions make use of OS/2 resources such as application windows, menus, buttons, drop-down list boxes, and mouse pointer.

On-Line Help

On-line help is available through the ? command, which lists the MG3780 commands and command syntax, and the Help menu item on the Menu Bar.

Menu Bar

The Menu Bar contains Session, Files, Edit, Scripts, Options and Help menu items.  Each menu item performs a predefined function with most functions corresponding to MG3780 commands.

Button Bar

The graphical button bar provides a shortcut method for issuing frequently used commands, such as Connect, Disconnect, Send File, Define Printer, Define Punch, Stop, and Execute Quick Script.

Status Bar

The Status Bar contains fields which display information such as menu item description, trace and log status, operating mode (interactive or batch), link status (offline, connecting, idle), and device status (Reader active, Printer active, Punch active).

Interactive and Batch Operation

MG3780 is capable of processing commands entered interactively from the keyboard, selected from a dialog box, read from a script file, or received from a remote computer.

Normal, Transparent, and Binary Text

MG3780 can send and receive three types of data: normal text, transparent text, and binary text.  Normal text is ASCII data that is translated to EBCDIC before being sent and from EBCDIC to ASCII when being received. Transparent text is data that may contain some of the control characters used by the BSC protocol, so special provisions are taken to allow these characters to be sent and received as data.  Binary text is similar to transparent text except that no translations are performed.

Automatic EBCDIC-ASCII Translation

MG3780 performs automatic EBCDIC to ASCII translation on incoming data and ASCII to EBCDIC conversion on transmitted data when operating in normal text and transparent text modes.  These translations are performed with respect to translation tables.  The translation tables can be customized at the character level to perform special character translations.

Reader, Printer, and Punch

Data transmitted to a remote computer by MG3780 is obtained from the logical Reader device.  A Send command is provided which allows the Reader to be defined as one or more files.  The file(s) is then transmitted to the remote computer during the send operation.  MG3780 has two logical destinations for received data: a Printer device and a Punch device.  Two commands are provided by MG3780 that allow the Printer or Punch to be defined as a file or OS/2 printer.  Data received for that device is then written to the file or printer during a receive operation.

Automatic File Naming

Automatic file naming is useful when receiving a large number of separate files.  When this feature is enabled, a specified file name is used with a unique extension for each file received.

Large Communications Blocks

Communications block sizes are configurable from 400 to 4096 bytes.  Large blocks permits greater throughput by packing more information into each transmission unit.

Scripts

Scripts are files containing commands that are processed by MG3780 as a batch.  To support script processing, MG3780 features script creation and editing support, and initial script for automating unattended sessions.

Remote Commands

This feature enables MG3780 to execute commands received from a remote computer when in batch mode.  Using this feature, a remote station can control all actions taken during a communications session.

Automatic Dialer

The Automatic Dialer supports modem configuration and automatic dialing and answering using the "AT" command sets of sync/async modems, such as V.32, V.32bis, and V.34 modems.

Statistics Panel

The statistics panel, when enabled, provides a real-time display of session communications statistics, including the number of line bids transmitted acknowledged and received, number of errors detected, number of buffers transmitted and received, number of records transmitted and received, etc.

Virtual Modem Panel

The Virtual Modem Panel (VMP) is similar to the LEDs on the front panel of a modem. When enabled, the VMP provides a real-time graphical display of the serial signals DTR, DSR, RTS, CTS, DCD, RI, TxD and RxD.

Logging

During a session, the messages that result from the execution of commands are displayed on the console and are also written to a configurable Log file to provide a saved record of session actions and events.

Communications Trace

The communications trace is a diagnostic and troubleshooting aid that captures a record of BSC protocol activity in a Trace file for later analysis.  Tracing is enabled and disabled by a Trace command or from the Start Trace menu item in the Session menu.

Command Execution

MG3780 includes an EXecute command that permits DOS and OS/2 commands to be executed.

Configurability

MG3780's BSC operating environment is determined by interpreting configuration parameters read from a configuration file at run time. Configuration files are created by selecting Configure from the Options menu and choosing from a displayed group of configuration options, including:  - 2780 or 3780 emulation -  Default Printer and Punch definitions - Communications block size - Reader record length - Printer and Punch record length  - Log file definition - Initial script file - Switched or leased lines - Half or Full duplex communications - Printer and Punch Timeouts - Retry limits - Terminal identification string - Printer and Punch VFC handling options - Translation table customization


MicroGate BSCAPI for OS/2
MicroGate Corporation Announces BSCAPI for OS/2

AUSTIN, TEXAS, January 2, 1996 -- MicroGate Corporation today announced BSCAPI for OS/2, a 32-bit Application Program Interface (API) for Binary Synchronous Communications (BSC) on ISA personal computers.  BSC is an established IBM protocol for synchronous WAN communications that is widely used in banking, retail, and other applications to communicate between various types of specialty BSC terminals and mainframes.  BSCAPI allows OS/2 applications to emulate BSC terminals and process communications data in real-time.

The MicroGate BSCAPI products include a BSC device driver and a BSC procedures Dynamic Link Library (DLL) that implements the BSCAPI functions.

Using MicroGate BSCAPI, OS/2 application programs written in C and other higher-level languages call the DLL procedures to communicate with remote BSC hosts over a synchronous data link which is managed by the BSC driver.  Using these procedures, applications can initiate sessions, control sessions, and exchange data at the record level with remote computers in BSC application environments.  BSC application environments include Remote Job Entry (RJE), Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), Point-of-Sale (POS) transaction processing, Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT), Remote Printing, and File Transfer.

BSCAPI is sold as a Software Development Kit (SDK - $ 999) and a Run- Time Kit (RTK - $499).  SDKs contain developer's guide, BSC adapter, source code examples, sample application, and header files required to develop applications incorporating BSCAPI.  RTKs consist of the BSCAPI DLL, BSC device driver, and BSC Adapter.  Products are available now through MicroGate direct sales at (800)444-1982 or (512)345-7791.

Founded in 1982 and Headquartered in Austin, Texas, MicroGate Corporation designs, develops, manufactures, and markets personal computer data communications products.

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

MicroGate BSCAPI provides an interface for application programs to function as 2780/3780 BSC stations.  This application program interface consists of a set of procedure calls used for controlling and monitoring communications with a remote BSC host computer.  BSCAPI calls perform such functions as opening and closing BSC ports, sending and receiving messages, loading and saving configuration information, and reporting status information to the application.  In performing these functions, activities such as bidding for control of the communications line, record blocking and deblocking, space compression and expansion, ASCII/EBCDIC translation, and error control are handled automatically by BSCAPI, freeing the application to focus on its primary data exchange function.  All BSCAPI calls use the standard Windows or OS/2 DLL calling interface.

Using BSCAPI, application programs written in C, Visual Basic, and other languages can autodial connections, establish sessions, and exchange data at the record level with remote computers using the BSC protocol.

BSCAPI is available for Windows 3.X running in 386 enhanced mode, Windows 95, Windows NT, and OS/2.

BSCAPI SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT KITS

BSCAPI SDKs are available for each supported operating system.  Each SDK contains developer's guide, source code examples, sample application, and header files required to develop applications incorporating BSCAPI.

BSCAPI RUNTIME KITS

BSCAPI RTKs are available for each operating system version of BSCAPI and consist of the BSCAPI DLL, BSC device driver, and BSC hardware adapter.

BSCAPI PROCEDURE CALLS

BSCAPI provides an interface for application programs to function as BSC stations in sessions with BSC host computers.  The interface consists of a DLL of procedure calls used for controlling and monitoring communications. All BSCAPI procedure calls use standard operating system calling conventions.

The BSCAPI procedure calls operate with respect to a "BSC Port", which corresponds to a MicroGate BSC hardware adapter.  Up to four ports can be concurrently accessed by applications using BSCAPI.  An application must open a port before using any other BSCAPI calls.  When an application opens a port it gains ownership of that port.  The Port parameter is used with all of the BSCAPI calls.  After the application has finished using a port it must close the port.  The port may then be used by other applications.

  Procedure Call         Function

  --------------         --------

  BSC_ClosePort          Close (release) a BSC port

  BSC_Configure          Configure a BSC port

  BSC_Connect            Activate link, start a session

  BSC_Disconnect         Deactivate link, stop a session

  BSC_GetConfiguration   Inspect current BSC port configuration

  BSC_GetDefaultConfig   Get the default BSC port configuration

  BSC_GetStatus          Get the current status and statistics

                         for a BSC port

  BSC_GetTraceBlock      Get a block of trace data from the trace

                         buffers

  BSC_GetVersion         Get version information and serial number

  BSC_LoadConfig         Load a BSC configuration from a file

  BSC_OpenPort           Open a BSC port for use

  BSC_Read               Receive a message from a remote station

  BSC_ResetStatus        Reset the BSC port statistics

  BSC_ResetTraceBuffers  Reset (clear) the trace buffers

  BSC_SaveConfig         Save a BSC configuration to a file

  BSC_SetTraceLevel      Set the BSC driver trace options

  BSC_Write              Send a message to a remote station

BSCAPI CONFIGURATION PARAMETERS

BSCAPI operates with respect to a communications environment defined by configuration parameters.  The parameters listed below are selected using the BSC_Configure procedure call prior to beginning a BSC session.

  Parameter         Description

  --------          -----------

  A<command>        Auto-dial and modem configuration strings

  A2ETable          ASCII to EBCDIC translation table,

                    array of 256 bytes

  E2ATable          EBCDIC to ASCII translation table,

                    array of 256 bytes

  BIDLimit          Maximum number of line bids sent when trying

                    to send a message to the remote station.

  BIDNAK            Bid contention handling options

  BlockSize         Maximum size of a communications block, up to 4096

                    bytes

  ConstCarrier      Constant or switched carrier

  DLCMode           DLC (Data Link Control) mode, EBCDIC or ASCII with

                    parity options

  ENQLimit          Maximum number of ENQs sent to the remote station

                    after a bad response or timeout

  EOTBidRejection   Bid handling options when reads not in progress

  FullDuplex        Half or full-duplex communications

  IRSEnd            Handling of ending records in a block

  LineDelay         Transmission timing delays

  LineSelect        Clock generation options

  LineType          Switched or leased line

  NAKLimit          Maximum number of negative acknowledgements from

                    the remote station

  NewLine           New Line character processing options

  PadCount          Number of Pad characters appended to the end of a

                    transmit data block

  RecordsPerBlock   Maximum number of records per block

  RVIFlush          RVI handling options

  SCCTimeout        Hardware adapter timeout options

  SyncCount         Number of Sync characters to append to the start

                    of a transmitted data block

  StationType       Station role, primary or secondary

  TerminalType      Terminal emulation mode (2780 or 3780)

  TerminalID        String that is transmitted as part of the first

                    message of a session

STATUS REPORTING

BSCAPI maintains status information about the communications link and also keeps certain event statistics. The BSC_GetStatus call returns the following status information to the application:

  Statistic         Description

  ---------         -----------

  SerialSignals     State of the hardware serial signals DTR, DSR,

                    RTS, CTS, RI, DCD, RXD, TXD

  IOStatus          Session I/O status:  offline, connecting, idle,

                    read in progress, write in progress.

  CurrentBPHState   Current internal state of BSC Protocol Handler

                    software

  ConnectStatus     Status of a a pending connect operation: sending

                    auto-answer command, waiting for call, dialing,

                    initializing, manual Connect in progress, connect

                    complete, connect timeout, connect aborted.

  SCCError          Hardware error information

  Statistics        Statistics counts for:  line bids sent, line bids

                    acknowledged, line bids received, buffers sent,

                    buffers received, NAKs sent, NAKs received, bad

                    responses, records sent, records received.

DATA TRACING

For use in application development and diagnosing communications problems, BSCAPI supplies functions for tracing data.  Data tracing records the raw data blocks and control sequences transmitted and received by a station. Data is recorded in internal trace buffers and can be extracted by the application using a procedure call.

BSC HARDWARE ADAPTERS

BSCAPI can be ordered with several different MicroGate BSC hardware adapters depending upon line speed and serial interface requirements.  BSC adapters include an RS-232 adapter capable of speeds up to 28,800 bps; a V.32bis internal modem adapter that supports line speeds up to 14,400 bps, and a high-speed V.35 adapter designed for use with digital service CSU/DSUs and ISDN TAs.

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Quarterdeck Strategy for Mac Internet Swr
QUARTERDECK ANNOUNCES STRATEGY FOR EXTENDING LEADERSHIP IN THE MACINTOSH INTERNET AND INTRANET SOFTWARE MARKET

Combined Quarterdeck and StarNine Product Lines Make a Complete, Cross-Platform Solution

MARINA DEL REY, CALIF., JANUARY 8, 1996 -- QUARTERDECK CORP (NASDAQ: QDEK) WILL ANNOUNCE AT MACWORLD THIS WEEK IN SAN FRANCISCO THAT STARNINE TECHNOLOGIES' AWARD-WINNING WEBSTAR WEB SERVER PRODUCTS FOR MACINTOSH WILL FORM THE FOUNDATION OF QUARTERDECK'S OVERALL STRATEGY FOR LEADING THE DESKTOP INTERNET/INTRANET SOFTWARE MARKET. THIS STRATEGY IS FOCUSED ON PROVIDING TOOLS TO CREATE CUSTOMIZED WEB ENVIRONMENTS FOR BOTH INTERNAL USERS ON INTERNAL LANS AS WELL AS CUSTOMERS ACROSS THE INTERNET.

Quarterdeck also previewed new products for the Macintosh, including the WebSTAR Commerce Toolkit, a customizable engine for conducting commerce over the Web, Global Stage Chat Server software, an IRC chat server for Macintosh, and a new version of Quarterdeck Mail. In addition, the company announced it will begin bundling Adobe PageMill with WebSTAR as well as ports of Quarterdeck Mosaic and Global Chat IRC client software for Macintosh.

"Our acquisition of StarNine in September catapulted Quarterdeck to the market-leader position for Macintosh server software and the overall Web server market," said Gaston Bastiaens, President and CEO of Quarterdeck. "We fully intend to build on StarNine's legacy to bring to market the next generation of electronic publishing and collaboration tools for both the Internet and cross-platform Intranets. The breadth and depth of our products, on both Macintosh and PC, give us the market strength we need to succeed with this ambitious plan."

Quarterdeck also previewed the upcoming feature release of Quarterdeck Mail bearing its new name and several new features in the client software, including better support for Internet mail conventions. Originallly acquired from Microsoft by StarNine and breifly renamed to StarNine Mail in the fall of 1995, the product formerly known as Microsoft Mail for AppleTalk Networks will now be marketed as Quarterdeck Mail. Among the new features in the Mail client are support for the Internet Config extension, support for Internet-style replies, and signatures for control-clickable URLs within a mail message. Quarterdeck Mail 3.6 is expected to ship by the end of this quarter with pricing to be announced when it ships.

The Macintosh version of Global Stage Chat, an Internet Relay Chat server, rounds out Quarterdeck's line of collaborative products for the Intranet and the Internet. Global Stage Chat works seamlessly with Quarterdeck Mail and Quarterdeck Mosaic, making real-time chat an integral feature in both electronic mail and Web environments.

Quarterdeck's Global Chat IRC client for Macintosh is available free of charge from http://www.quarterdeck.com/. The Global Stage Chat client will be bundled at no additional charge with WebSTAR and other Quarterdeck products for Macintosh. The Global Stage Chat Server is expected to ship by the end of this quarter with pricing to be announced when it ships. Quarterdeck Mosaic for Macintosh will be bundled with WebSTAR and is also available free of charge at http://www.starenine.com/.

StarNine's product line, now marketed as Quarterdeck products for the Macintosh includes:

 WebSTAR, the most widely-used Web server on the Internet

 ListSTAR, a powerful Internet Mailing list manager

 Quarterdeck Mail, the newly renamed StarNine Mail, formerly Microsoft

 Mail for AppleTalk Networks

 Mail*Link Internet e-mail gateways

About Quarterdeck

Quarterdeck Corporation is a pioneer in the development of software products in four strategic business areas: Utilities, Internet Applications, Internet Services, and Telecommunications and Collaborative Computing. The company has led the industry in bringing utilities solutions to the Windows and DOS environments with its award-winning QEMM memory management software. The company also recently shipped three Windows 95 products: MagnaRam 2.0, CleanSweep 95, and WinProbe 4.0 and the first product in the Telecommunications and Collaborative Computing area, WebTalk.

The company also offers an entire line of powerful, next-generation Internet tools for corporate, small business and individual users, including WebCompass, which was awarded Best of Show by the editors of BYTE magazine at fall Comdex, as well as Quarterdeck Mosaic, InternetSuite, WebStar, WebAuthor, Quarterdeck IWare Connect, and IWare InternetSuite for Novell Netware.

Quarterdeck's StarNine Technologies division is the leading developer of Internet server software and email connectivity products for the Macintosh. WebSTAR (formerly MacHTTP) Web server software is the most widely used Web server on the Internet. StarNine Technologies, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Quarterdeck Corporation based in Berkeley, Calif. StarNine can be reached by calling (510) 649- 4949 or by sending email to info@starnine.com or via the Web at http://www.starnine.com/. Quarterdeck Corporation's address is 13160 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey, CA 90292. The Dublin, Ireland office serves as its European headquarters, with offices in England, France, Germany, and Australia. Further product availability and pricing information can be obtained by calling (310) 309-3700, by accessing Quarterdeck's Internet Web site at http://www.quarterdeck.com/, or by sending a mail request to info@quarterdeck.com.


Quarterdeck WebStar Commerce Toolkit Preview
QUARTERDECK TO PREVIEW WEBSTAR COMMERCE TOOLKIT AT MACWORLD EXPO

Toolkit Provides Flexible and Easy-to-Use Commercial Solution for Secure Transactions

MARINA DEL REY, CALIF., JANUARY 8, 1996 -- QUARTERDECK CORP (NASDAQ: QDEK) WILL PREVIEW IT'S FORTHCOMING WEBSTAR COMMERCE TOOLKIT BASED ON THE COMPANY'S REVOLUTIONARY OPEN PAYMENT FRAMEWORK (OPF) AT MACWORLD IN SAN FRANCISCO THIS WEEK. THE WEBSTAR COMMERCE TOOLKIT IS DESIGNED TO MAKE IT EASY FOR WEBMASTERS TO SUPPORT COMMERCIAL TRANSACTIONS USING THE MACINTOSH VERSION OF WEBSTAR. THE PRODUCT WILL SHIP WITH A ROBUST CGI APPLICATION BASED ON OPF WHICH ALLOWS THE WEBMASTER TO USE ANY OF THE CURRENTLY SUPPORTED PAYMENT SYSTEMS OR EASILY MODIFY THE SERVER TO SUPPORT NEW INTERNET PAYMENT SYSTEMS AS THEY BECOME AVAILABLE.

Out of the box, the Toolkit supports the First Virtual Payment System, Tellan Software's MacAuthorize credit-card processing system, ListSTAR (for Email-based order processing), as well as any AppleScriptable database or accounting application. In addition, the Toolkit comes with the Commerce Builder application which lets Webmasters design transactions based on HTML forms using a point and click interface. Used in conjunction with the WebSTAR SSL Security Toolkit, the WebSTAR Commerce Toolkit customers will be able to provide secure and automated commercial transactions.

"There's a huge struggle in the Internet community over the future of electronic commerce on the net, but Webmasters can't wait to start marketing goods and services from their sites TODAY," commented David Thompson, senior product manager for WebSTAR at Quarterdeck. "The WebSTAR Commerce Toolkit offers maximum flexibility so you can begin making money with your site today without being tied to a particular net payment scheme that's obsolete tomorrow."

About Quarterdeck

Quarterdeck Corporation is a pioneer in the development of software products in four strategic business areas: Utilities, Internet Applications, Internet Services, and Telecommunications and Collaborative Computing. The company has led the industry in bringing utilities solutions to the Windows and DOS environments with its award-winning QEMM memory management software. The company also recently shipped three Windows 95 products: MagnaRam 2.0, CleanSweep 95, and WinProbe 4.0 and the first product in the Telecommunications and Collaborative Computing area, WebTalk.

The company also offers an entire line of powerful, next-generation Internet tools for corporate, small business and individual users, including WebCompass, which was awarded Best of Show by the editors of BYTE magazine at fall Comdex, as well as Quarterdeck Mosaic, InternetSuite, WebStar, WebAuthor, Quarterdeck IWare Connect, and IWare InternetSuite for Novell Netware.

Quarterdeck's StarNine Technologies division is the leading developer of Internet server software and email connectivity products for the Macintosh. WebSTAR (formerly MacHTTP) Web server software is the most widely used Web server on the Internet. StarNine Technologies, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Quarterdeck Corporation based in Berkeley, Calif. StarNine can be reached by calling (510) 649- 4949 or by sending email to info@starnine.com or via the Web at <URL: http://www.starnine.com/ >. Quarterdeck Corporation's address is 13160 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey, CA 90292.

The Dublin, Ireland office serves as its European headquarters, with offices in England, France, Germany, and Australia. Further product availability and pricing information can be obtained by calling (310) 309-3700, by accessing Quarterdeck's Internet Web site at http://www.quarterdeck.com/ , or by sending a mail request to info@quarterdeck.com .


Quarterdeck GameRunner 3 Enhancement Pckg
QUARTERDECK ANNOUNCES GAMERUNNER 3, THE COMPLETE GAME ENHANCEMENT PACKAGE FOR WINDOWS AND DOS

QEMM 8 Technology and Runtime Game Enhancement Support Windows 95, Windows 3.x, and DOS

MARINA DEL REY, CALIF., JANUARY 9, 1996 --- QUARTERDECK CORP. (NASDAQ: QDEK) ANNOUNCED IT IS SHIPPING GAMERUNNER 3, AN ENHANCED SOFTWARE- BASED GAME ACCELERATOR THAT PROVIDES MORE MEMORY FOR GAMES, SPEEDS UP CD ROM AND HARD DISK DRIVES, AND LETS USERS CHEAT AT SELECTED GAMES WHILE THE GAME IS RUNNING, INSTEAD OF HAVING TO EDIT SAVED GAME FILES. GAMERUNNER 3 IS THE FIRST UTILITY TO SUPPORT BOTH WINDOWS 95 AND WINDOWS 3.X AS WELL AS MS DOS. GAMERUNNER 3 INCLUDES THE DOS MEMORY MANAGEMENT SUPPORT FROM QUART ERDECK'S ACCLAIMED QEMM 8 MEMORY MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE.

In addition to the QEMM 8 DOS support, GameRunner 3 comes with Cache86, a disk cache/accelerator, and Game Enhancement Modules (GEMs) that give players features like invincibility and unlimited ammunition for their favorite games. The GEMs now support 26 new games, almost 120 games total, including recent hits like Command & Conquer and 3-D Pinball.

Quarterdeck designed GameRunner specifically to support both Windows and DOS because according to a Fairfield Research report, 25 percent of home users were expected to have migrated to Windows 95 by the end of 1995. The majority of games released last year, however, are DOS-based.

"We recognized the need to balance running MS DOS games under Windows while also supporting native Windows 95 and 3.x games as they slowly enter the market. GameRunner allows us to support DOS, and 32- and 16-bit Windows applications and provide a runtime cheater for all three platforms," said Alex Eckelberry, Vice President and General Manager of the Utilities business unit at Quarterdeck.

GameRunner 3 is shipping to retail outlets now and is also available via mail order from Quarterdeck Select Corporation, 1-800-683-6696. Additional information is available on Quarterdeck's World Wide Web site ( http://www.quarterdeck.com ), or through Quarterdeck's CompuServe Forum (GO QUARTERDECK).

About Quarterdeck

Quarterdeck Corporation is a pioneer in the development of software product in four strategic business areas: Utilities, Internet Applications, Internet Services, and Telecommunications and Collaborative Computing. The company has led the industry in bringing utilities solutions to the Windows and DOS environments with its award-winning QEMM memory management software. The company also recently shipped three Windows 95 products: MagnaRAM 2.0, CleanSweep 95, and WINProbe 4.0 and the first product in the Telecommunications and Collaborative Computing area, WebTalk.

The company also offers an entire line of powerful, next-generation Internet tools for corporate, small business and individual users, including WebCompass, which was awarded Best of Show by the editors of BYTE magazine at Fall Comdex, as well as Quarterdeck Mosaic, InternetSuite, WebStar, WebAuthor, Quarterdeck Iware Connect, and Iware InternetSuite for Novell NetWare.

The company's diverse customer base includes government, educational, corporate, small business and individual users. The Dublin, Ireland office serves as its European headquarters, with offices in England, France, Germany, and Australia.

Quarterdeck Corporation's address is

13160 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey, CA 90292.

Further product availability and pricing information can be obtained by calling (310) 309-3700, by accessing Quarterdeck's Internet Web site at http://www.quarterdeck.com/, or by sending a mail request to info@quarterdeck.com


Quarterdeck Ships Hijaak Graphics Suite 95
QUARTERDECK SHIPS HIJAAK GRAPHICS SUITE 95, OFFERING POWERFUL GRAPHICAL TOOLS AT AN AFFORDABLE PRICE TO HOME AND SMALL BUSINESS USERS

Suite Comes With 15 Graphical Tools and a Clip Art Library

MARINA DEL REY, CALIF., JANUARY 8, 1996 -- QUARTERDECK CORP . (NASDAQ: QDEK) ANNOUNCED IT IS SHIPPING HIJAAK GRAPHICS SUITE 95, A COMPLETE GRAPHICAL TOOLKIT FOR USERS OF MICROSOFT CORP.'S WINDOWS 95 OPERATING SYSTEM BASED AROUND THE ACCLAIMED HIJAAK 95 GRAPHICAL UTILITY PACKAGE. THE SUITE OFFERS A COMPLETE LINE OF POWERFUL YET EASY-TO-USE 32-BIT GRAPHICAL TOOLS FOR SMALL BUSINESS AND HOME USERS AT AN AFFORDABLE PRICE FOR CREATING PICTURES THAT CAN BE USED IN PRESENTATION, PUBLICATIONS, ADVERTISEMENTS, AND WEB PAGES.

HiJaak Graphics Suite 95 comes with 15 tools for editing, drawing, converting, and capturing graphical files, scanning, slideshow utilities, and a database to store images, as well as an editor to create and edit vector graphical images, and a library of 10,000 images. The suite is fully compatible with OLE 2.0 (Object Linking and Embedding) and allows users to drag graphical files into leading word processors, spreadsheets, publishing, and graphics applications.

"This product is an excellent, affordable alternative for home and small business users who are looking for a full-featured but aggressively priced Windows 95 graphics package," said Alex Eckelberry, vice president and general manager of the utilities business unit for Quarterdeck. "Customers will find everything to solve their graphical needs in one easy-to-use package that offers a lot of power."

At the core of the suite is HiJaak 95 Plus, an enhanced version of HiJaak 95, which converts, captures, enhances, embeds, scans, traces, and searches for image files by their graphical attributes. HiJaak 95 extends the Windows 95 interface by presenting thumbnail representations of images as icons for files in the Explorer and common dialogs as well as added shortcut menu options. The Plus version includes extensions for raster-to-vector tracing, generating a slideshow or screen saver, and an OLE applet for creating 3-D headlines.

For creating line art, HiJaak Sketch is provided for easy freehand editing and composing. For images, HiJaak Paint contains a powerful set of tools and effects for photo retouching and editing.

HiJaak Graphics Suite 95 comes with both printed and online tutorials that teach users how to perform basic and common tasks with graphic files, such as conversion, scanning, or editing a picture. Hijaak Graphics Suite also has context-sensitive online help with Wizards to walk users through more complex processes, such as applying special effects and creating 3-D headlines.

HiJaak 95 and HiJaak Graphics Suite 95 were originally developed by Inset Technologies Inc., which was acquired by Quarterdeck Corp. last year. The acquisition was completed in late December.

HiJaak Graphics Suite 95 is shipping now to retail outlets and will be available by the end of the month, at an estimated street price of $149.

About Quarterdeck

Quarterdeck Corporation is a pioneer in the development of software products in four strategic business areas: utilities, remote computing, the Internet, and Internet services. The company has led the industry in bringing utilities solutions to the Windows and DOS environments with its award-winning QEMM memory management software. The company also recently shipped three Windows 95 products: MagnaRAM 2.0, CleanSweep 95, and WINProbe 4.0. The company also offers an entire line of powerful, next-generation Internet tools for corporate, small business and individual users called Quarterdeck Mosaic, InternetSuite, WebServer, WebAuthor, Quarterdeck IWare Connect, and IWare InternetSuite for Novell Netware. The company's diverse customer base includes government, educational, corporate, small business and individual users. The Dublin, Ireland office serves as its European headquarters, with offices in England, France, Germany, and Australia.

Quarterdeck Corporation's address is

13160 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey, CA 90292.

Further product availability and pricing information can be obtained by calling (310) 309-3700, by accessing Quarterdeck's Internet Web site at http://www.quarterdeck.com/ , or by sending a mail request to info@quarterdeck.com .


Quarterdeck Demos WebTalk for Macintosh
QUARTERDECK DEMONSTRATES WEBTALK FOR THE MACINTOSH MARKETPLACE AT MACWORLD

WebTalk Offers the Most Powerful Full Duplex Voice Chat System for Internet Users

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIF., JANUARY 10, 1996 -- AT MACWORLD -- QUARTERDECK CORP. (NASDAQ: QDEK) DEMONSTRATED AT MACWORLD TODAY A MACINTOSH VERSION OF WEBTALK, QUARTERDECK'S FULL DUPLEX, REAL-TIME INTERNET VOICE CHAT SYSTEM. WEBTALK FOR THE MACINTOSH BROADENS QUARTERDECK'S FAMILY OF INTERNET SOLUTIONS FOR THE MAC MARKET WHILE FURTHER LEVERAGING THE COMPANY'S INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY THAT ENABLES MAC USERS TO CONDUCT REAL-TIME, TWO-WAY CONVERSATIONS OVER THE INTERNET.

WebTalk's unique interface lets users put their e-mail and home page addresses in their online profile, which allows WebTalk users to send them e-mail or connect to their home page with the click of a button. WebTalk also comes with a phone book for storing user names of frequently called parties.

"WebTalk is a powerful tool for Internet communication, something Macintosh users have been waiting for. Quarterdeck is committed to bringing its innovative Internet solutions to all platforms," said Gaston Bastiaens, President and CEO of Quarterdeck. "Our relationship with Intelligence at Large, Inc. has enabled Quarterdeck to bring this level of sophistication quickly to the Mac marketplace."

WebTalk for Macintosh, which includes Quarterdeck Mosaic for Macintosh, also works with other Mac browsers to tightly integrate the Web, voice and text chat, and e-mail. WebTalk was co-developed by Quarterdeck and key partners Intelligence At Large and Lernout & Hauspie Speech Products. WebTalk features user-controllable compression/decompression software, called Codec, that allows users to reduce the voice compression as needed to compensate for poor connections. The adjustable compression rates of Codec will help improve voice clarity in case of line noise or data loss over the Internet.

"We think WebTalk is an innovative yet simple-to-use tool for collaborative computing. With the release of a Macintosh product, users will be able to work together regardless of the system they use," said Cartwright Reed, President and CEO of Intelligence at Large. "Quarterdeck did a superb job of putting together the best technology available from outside sources for WebTalk, and we're happy to have been a part of that collaboration."

Quarterdeck expects to ship WebTalk for the Macintosh in the coming months. It requires System 7.5.1 or higher, running on any full-duplex Macintosh or Power Macintosh and a 14.4K modem. Price and further product details will be announced when the product ships.

About Intelligence at Large

The mission of Intelligence at Large, Inc. is to develop and market cross-platform software tools that allow you to "BE THERE," wherever there is, with off-the-shelf multimedia PCs and the Internet. Founded in 1991, Intelligence at Large is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Quarterdeck is a minority investor in Intelligence at Large.

About Quarterdeck

Quarterdeck Corporation is a pioneer in the development of software products in four strategic business areas: Utilities, Internet Applications, Internet Services, and Telecommunications and Collaborative Computing. The company has led the industry in bringing utilities solutions to the Windows and DOS environments with its award-winning QEMM memory management software. The company also recently shipped three Windows 95 products: MagnaRAM 2.0, CleanSweep 95, and WINProbe 4.0 and the first product in the Telecommunications and Collaborative Computing area, WebTalk.

The company also offers an entire line of powerful, next-generation Internet tools for corporate, small business and individual users, including WebCompass, which was awarded Best of Show by the editors of BYTE magazine at fall Comdex, as well as Quarterdeck Mosaic, InternetSuite, WebSTAR, WebAuthor, Quarterdeck IWare Connect, and IWare InternetSuite for Novell Netware.

Quarterdeck's StarNine Technologies is the leading developer of Internet server software and email connectivity products for the Macintosh. WebSTAR (formerly MacHTTP) Web server software is the most widely used Web server on the Internet. StarNine Technologies, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Quarterdeck Corporation based in Berkeley, Calif. StarNine can be reached by calling (510) 649-4949 or by sending email to info@starnine.com or via the Web at <URL: http://www.starnine.com/ >. Quarterdeck Corporation's address is 13160 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey, CA 90292.

The Dublin, Ireland office serves as its European headquarters, with offices in England, France, Germany, and Australia. Further product availability and pricing information can be obtained by calling (310) 309-3700, by accessing Quarterdeck's Internet Web site at http://www.quarterdeck.com/, or by sending a mail request to info@quarterdeck.com


PC-FOOD II Professional Food Costing
An evaluation copy of PC-FOOD II Professional Food Costing is available for downloading from our web page at:

http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/schreck/

Or send $5, to the address below, to receive an evaluation copy.

Useful in every type of food service operation from major hotel banquet facilities to "ma and pa" cafes, restaurants, bakeries, schools and catering. Maintains food cost and required selling prices based on a desired gross profit percentage and or desired gross profit dollar amount. Requires IBM or compatible.

PC-FOOD II is a DOS program in a "windowed" environment (scroll bars, full mouse support, push buttons, online help). Very powerful, yet incredibly easy!

Also available: PC-FLORIST Product Costing for Florists.

Lee Schreck, CPA, CMA

Schreck Software, 1420 Interlachen Cir, Woodbury MN 55125, USA

76467.2213@compuserve.com

Telephone: 612-731-6822


MoreInfo 3.0 for Apple Newton 2.0
Announcement of MoreInfo 3.0 - Linked Information

January 12, 1995 -- Haverhill, Mass. - SilverWARE Computer Software officially announced today MoreInfo 3.0 for the new Apple Newton 2.0 operating system. MoreInfo is a powerful integrated contact manager which seemlessly extends the Newton's built-in applications. MoreInfo links all of the Newton's built-in pieces of information to any person or company in your Names File. With MoreInfo, you can link meetings, events, To Dos, calls and ANY piece of Notepad stationery to any given person or company.

MoreInfo continues its reputation of unique, state of the art features by introducing CardLinks. Users can now easily link together related cards to other cards using CardLinks. For example, a single company card can now be linked to numerous employee cards. Once a link has been added, you can navigate between cards by tapping on the name in the Names File's All Info view or by selecting the name from a pop-up list.

With MoreInfo 3.0, any piece of Notepad stationery can be linked to any person or company card with NoteLinks. Now you can link a note, checklist, outline, a QuickFigure spreadsheet or any other Notepad stationery to a card. From within the built-in Notepad, tapping a note's action button displays an option to link the note to a name. When a person's logbook is viewed from within the Names File, a list of linked notes is displayed. These linked notes can then be reviewed and edited. Users also have the new option of creating a CardNote, which is a separate piece of stationery. It displays the linked name in the body of the note and from within the Notepad's overview screen.

MoreInfo 3.0 also introduces, At a Glance. This single screen displays upcoming meetings, events and To Dos for a specified time period. It addition, it tracks calls made and completed. Each entry in the At a Glance screen is "hot" and when tapped will display a popup list of convenient commands. For example, a To Do linked to Bob Anderson will allow you to easily call, schedule a follow-up meeting or add another To Do with Bob.

MoreInfo 3.0 extends the features unique to Newton 2.0 by increasing the information that can be stored for a person or company. You can now store travel directions, a card abbreviation, URL, account information or custom information. MoreInfo's custom information does not limit the number of labels but rather allows you to define any number of labels and attach information to it. The information is then easily viewed and edited from the Names File's All Info view.

MoreInfo 3.0 significantly simplifies the way Newton users perform their daily tasks. MoreInfo provides you with critical commands at the times you need them most. From the built-in DateBook, tapping on any HotMeeting or HotEvent will display a popup list of convenient commands. MoreInfo adds a button to both the Notepad and Names File which provides access to a popup list of commands. MoreInfo also provides quick transfer to a linked person or company whenever you are displaying a linked note, call, meeting, event or To Do. Once the name is displayed, you can immediately consult their vital information.

Pricing & Availability

MoreInfo 3.0 will ship January 31st and will sell for $69.95 plus shipping and handling. Registered customers can upgrade for $40. A demo version of MoreInfo 3.0 will be available on most of the major online services shortly. This demo will be fully functional except that it only can be used for a two week period. Because MoreInfo is so feature-rich, you are encouraged to try it out and explore all of the many features yourself. We are convinced that once you try MoreInfo you will agree that it is the best contact manager for the Newton. Those interested in the product can contact SilverWARE directly or their local Newton dealer.

System Requirements

MoreInfo 3.0 has a minimum memory requirement of 200K of free storage space and 6K of heap space. MoreInfo 3.0 requires Newton 2.0 operating system.

SilverWARE was the first to introduce the concept of linking additional information to names. It announced MoreInfo in July and shipped at MacWorld Boston in August 1994. MoreInfo#185#s extensive features and ease of use make it a must for every Newton user. SilverWARE is also the same company that brought you the Newton utility, PowerNames. For more information contact:

SilverWARE

P.O. Box 6379

Haverhill, MA 01831

508-521#173#5262

508-373-7282 (fax)

info@silverware.com

http://www.silverware.com


Tektronix PhaserLink WWW Swr for Color Prtrs
Tektronix' PhaserLink Software Leverages Runaway Popularity of WWW Gives Users Easy, Fast Access to Information From Standard Web Browsers

WILSONVILLE, Ore., January 8, 1996 -- Tektronix Inc. today announced PhaserLink, the first World Wide Web-based management and support software for color printers to provide easy, fast access to online documentation. PhaserLink software is a standard feature in the Phaser 550, Phaser 340 and will be in future Tektronix Phaser color printers.

The simple, yet innovative solution, gives users of Tektronix' workgroup color printers instant access to a wealth of status and configuration information about the color printers on their networks. In addition, it provides links to Tektronix' World Wide Web site (www.tek.com/Color_Printers/) or any company specific internal, private Web site for online help, technical support and documentation.

Until now, most printer manufacturers have developed proprietary network management solutions, specific to individual printers which require multiple separate software tools for each computer platform. By leveraging the open standards of the Internet and the World Wide Web, Tektronix is able to provide simple, yet powerful information access and printer control using a standard, widely available software tool, the Web browser.

PhaserLink software allows network and system managers to configure printers, perform routine troubleshooting and track printer usage, all from the convenience of their desks. By accessing the built-in links to Tektronix' Web site, users can quickly get the latest technical information on their printers and exchange e-mail with Tektronix' technical support staff. Users on networks with their own private Web site can provide a link to more specific information tailored to their applications and environment.

By connecting its printers back to its own Website, Tektronix is the first color printer manufacturer to fully leverage the easy information access capabilities provided by the Internet through the World Wide Web. Users who have the ability to connect to Websites outside their network can access a wealth of information about their printers and other Tektronix products and services. Web technology means that this information can be updated instantly, giving users the ultimate one-to-one connection with Tektronix.

In order to use PhaserLink, the printer must be connected to a network running TCP/IP. Web browsers are readily available for nearly every computer platform and terminal environment. Tektronix estimates that more than half of its current customers are already equipped to employ PhaserLink and the number is growing on a daily basis.

For more information on Tektronix color printers, write to Tektronix, Inc., P.O. Box 100, MS 63-583, Wilsonville, OR 97070, or call 800-835-6100 or 503-682-7377. Information is also available by fax through Tektronix' 24-hour World Wide Highly Automated Library (HAL) at 503-682-7450 or via Tektronix World Wide Web site at http://www.tek.com/Color_Printers/.


Low Cost of Operation for Phaser 550 Prtr
Tektronix Pushes Ease-of-Use and Low Cost of Operation With Its New Phaser 550 Color Laser Printer

Tektronix, Inc. announced the Phaser 550 desktop color laser printer, the industry's fastest at nearly 5 pages per minute (ppm) in full color and 14 ppm in monochrome. It is also the first color laser printer capable of printing at a full 1200 by 1200 dpi. The Phaser 550 color printer includes genuine Adobe PostScript Level 2 software, the industry standard page description language for multi-platform network printing.

The Phaser 550 color printer is designed for workgroup environments where high capacities, speed and robustness are required. In today's networked world, people increasingly are sharing information by distributing documents to others. These documents often contain color information and require a workgroup color printer for final output.

The Phaser 550 color printer joins Tektronix' Phaser 340 solid ink color printer as a value leader in laser-class color printers. The Phaser 550 color printer is designed for businesses that require high volume of color plus black and white printing. According to InfoCorp's Storeboard, Tektronix is the market leader in the color laser-class market.

The Phaser 550 color printer is the first color printer to utilize World Wide

Web technology to provide quick and easy printer management and information access for those using a network. Rather than installing another proprietary software interface to learn and run on their computers, users need only a standard Web browser readily available for any platform.

PhaserLink software provides status information about the printer, including job status, toner levels and paper-out warnings. Network managers can also change password-protected internal printer settings and retrieve print job tracking records. In addition, it contains links to Tektronix' World Wide Web site and has the option to be linked to internal Web pages maintained by companies on their local networks.

The Phaser 550 color printer is easier to maintain and requires far fewer user interventions than competitive products. Its toner cartridges are double the capacity of the leading competitor. The cyan, magenta and yellow cartridges can produce 8,000 pages of output while the black cartridge can produce 10,000 pages. Its one standard and two optional paper trays each hold 250 sheets. Both PhaserLink and Tektronix' PhaserShare network administration software make it easy to integrate and manage the Phaser 550 in a network environment.

The Phaser 550 color printer uses a 32 MHz AMD 29040 processor with a memory compression co-processor for accelerated throughput. It comes standard with plug and play bi-directional parallel port, SCSI port for Tektronix' optional Phaser Copystation or external hard disk. Optional network cards provide support for EtherTalk, Novell NetWare, TCP/IP, TokenTalk and LocalTalk protocols. All ports are simultaneously active with automatic print queue management.

The Phaser 550 color printer prints on common office papers or Tektronix transparencies, including full images on legal size paper. Optional upgrades to the standard configuration provide access to 1200 dpi, collation and job pipelining, as well as a new checkprint feature.

Checkprint pauses the printer after making the first print of a multiple print job. This is particularly useful when printing multiple copies of a very large file that may take several minutes to process before the first print is produced. The user can check the first print for acceptability before allowing the remainder to print.

The Phaser 550 and the Phaser 340 color printers are the first certified Novell NetWare Directory Services (NDS) printers in the market. NDS is a key feature of NetWare(r) 4.1 and Tektronix is the first NEST partner and printer vendor (monochrome or color) to be certified by Novell to ship NDS support in a printer. As the market leader in color laser-class color printers, Tektronix is committed to providing innovative network connectivity solutions for our customers. Customers who have existing PhaserShare Ethernet or Token Ring cards for the Phaser 340 and the Phaser 540 can upgrade to add NDS support.

The Phaser 550 color printer includes support for PANTONE(r)*-approved solid color simulations, ICM and ColorSync 2.0 color profiles and TekColor dynamic correction for easy color control from any platform. In addition to Adobe PostScript Level 2 support, the Phaser 550 also includes HP-GL and optional PCL 5 emulation. The printer can automatically sense and switch among printer languages.

The Phaser 550 color printer is covered by a one-year warranty. For more information on Tektronix color printers, write to Tektronix, Inc., P.O. Box 1000, MS 63-583, Wilsonville, OR 97070, or call 800-835-6100 or 503-682-7377. Information is also available by fax through Tektronix' 24-hour worldwide Highly Automated Library (HAL) at 503-682-7450 or via Tektronix World Wide Web site at http://www.tek.com/Color_Printers/.


Internet Health, Fitness & Medicine
New Book Helps Consumers Tap into What Cyberspace Has to Offer on Health, Fitness, and Medicine

Berkeley, CA, January 4, 1996-From Osborne/McGraw-Hill comes the perfect cure for health-conscious consumers who spend too much costly online time trying to hunt down answers to their health, fitness, and medicine-related questions. Now, instead of spending hours searching through endless listings, they can locate exactly what they need in minutes by reaching for The Internet Health, Fitness, and Medicine Yellow Pages, Special Edition by Matthew Naythons, MD, with Anthony Catsimatides.

"Osborne has published this family-friendly book to help consumers take advantage of the Internet's vast reservoir of health- and medicine-related information," said Scott Rogers, Osborne/McGraw-Hill's Executive Editor. "Anyone equipped with a PC and modem can now quickly find and access the latest Information on specific drugs, diseases or treatments, find support forums, chat groups and even newsgroups-all at the turn of a page."

The Internet Health, Fitness, and Medicine Yellow Pages, Special Edition is a companion volume to the original and best-selling Internet Yellow Pages, now in its third edition. Covering everything from allergies to yoga and beyond, this handy, flip-through guide offers Internet browsers at all levels a wealth of smartly organized health, fitness, and medical listings that they can access quickly and inexpensively.

Dr. Naythons has put together an extensive listing of thousands of Internet resources from all over the world. Just some of the categories covered include alternative medicine, children's health, exercise, nutrition, pregnancy and birth, pain management, skin care, sports medicine, and tons more! Each category is broken down into easy-to-reference listings, providing readers with full site definitions and readily accessible addresses.

"It's obvious," said Matthew Naythons, MD., "that the key to using the Internet is knowing where to look. This book is the perfect health guide for the 90's-almost as good as chicken soup. We can show you where to look for everything from losing weight to finding the best exercise programs to joining medical support groups."

Just like the original, each Internet Yellow Pages Special Edition is fashioned after the traditional "yellow pages" phone book, with plenty of amusing "ads" and offbeat humor that make them as entertaining and fun to read as they are practical.

For anyone interested in finding out all about health, fitness, and medicine on the Net, this is a must-have guide to the electronic worldview of these vast and ever-changing topics.

The Internet Health, Fitness, and Medicine Yellow Pages is soft cover, 400 pages, and has illustrations throughout. Suggested retail price: $22.95. ISBN: 0-07-882188-2. For orders only, phone (800) 227-0900, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Pacific Time.

Matthew Naythons is a physician, publisher and president of Epicenter Communications. He is the founder of International Medical Teams, a medical aid organization that delivered health care to refugees on the Thai-Cambodian border. In 1989, he created The Power to Heal, a photojournalism book on health, healing, and medicine around the world.

Epicenter Communications is a producer of prestigious photojournalism, multimedia and Internet projects, and is currently producing an annual Christmas photography project on the Internet called Christmas Around the World, located at www.christmas95.com.

Osborne/McGraw-Hill, headquartered in Berkeley, California, is a leading publisher of books about computers, software, and technology for people at all levels of computer and software proficiency. While all Osborne/McGraw-Hill books offer specific and timely information, selected books also include disks or CD-ROMs containing valuable software directly related to the text. Known for its best-selling The Internet Yellow Pages as well as its Made Easy and Complete Reference books, Osborne/McGraw-Hill also has established strategic publishing relationships with Oracle Corporation, Corel Corporation, Stream International Inc. (formerly Corporate Software, Inc.), Rocket Science Games, Inc., and several well-known McGraw-Hill magazines including L AN Times and BYTE. A division of The McGraw-Hill Companies, Osborne/McGraw-Hill is targeting consumer support, emerging technologies, and innovative applications for future computer books.

NOTE: In Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom, this book is titled The Internet Health, Fitness, and Medicine Golden Directory, Special Edition.

Osborne/McGraw-Hill, 2600 Tenth St, Berkeley, CA 94710

510-549-6600,  Fax: 510-549-6603,   orders: 800-227-0900


Windows 95 Answers: Certified Tech Support
NEED TECH SUPPORT FOR WINDOWS 95?

Pick Up This Book Instead of the Phone

Berkeley, CA, December 29, 1995-With the release of Windows 95, users are sure to keep the tech support lines buzzing. But everyone knows those hotlines can be time-consuming, costly, and frustrating. Luckily, there's a new book that lets Windows 95 users avoid the tech support trenches altogether. Windows 95 Answers: Certified Tech Support, by Martin S. Matthews and Carole Boggs Matthews, is the latest in the best-selling Osborne Answers series, and brings all the Windows 95 answers into one handy place.

Osborne/McGraw-Hill has teamed up with Stream International Inc., a $350 million company and the world's largest provider of technical support, to produce the most authoritative series of answer books ever published. Other titles in the series include DOS Answers: Certified Tech Support and OS/2 Warp Answers: Certified Tech Support.

Owning a copy of Windows 95 Answers: Certified Tech Support is like having one's own tech support team available 24 hours a day. Answers to Windows 95 stumpers, from the simple to the arcane, are there at the turn of a page. And since this guide is based on the most frequently asked Windows 95 questions taken from actual support calls fielded by Stream International Inc. (formerly Corporate Software, Inc.), readers will find the same level of expertise they'd get by waiting on hold for the next available tech support rep.

Windows 95 Answers: Certified Tech Support is clearly written and conveniently organized so there's no need to put projects on hold as users wrestle with a question. The book provides instant answers that will help readers:

* Get authoritative answers to the questions most frequently asked

  of Stream International Inc., which answers over 500,000 tech

  support calls per month.

* Master the "Top Ten Tech Terrors"-the problems that plague most

  people most often.

* Find solutions fast, organized logically by topic.

* Avoid exasperation with "Frustration Busters"-tips to help readers

  get back on track.

* Save money, time, and their sanity!

With Windows 95 Answers: Certified Tech Support readers will be asking themselves one question: Why call Microsoft's tech support hotline when all the answers are in one handy place?

Windows 95 Answers: Certified Tech Support is soft cover, 384 pages, and has illustrations throughout. Suggested retail price: $19.95 US. ISBN: 0-07-882128-2. For orders only, phone (800) 227-0900, Monday through Friday, 8:30AM - 4:30PM, Pacific Time.

Martin S. Matthews and Carole Boggs Matthews have over 20 years of computer experience. They are the authors of numerous best-selling books covering topics as diverse as Windows networking, Excel, PageMaker, CorelDRAW!, and Paradox.

Osborne/McGraw-Hill, headquartered in Berkeley, California, is a leading publisher of books about computers, software, and technology for people at all levels of computer and software proficiency. While all Osborne/McGraw-Hill books offer specific and timely information, selected books also include disks or CD-ROMs containing valuable software directly related to the text. Known for its best-selling The Internet Yellow Pages as well as its Made Easy and Complete Reference books, Osborne/McGraw-Hill also has established strategic publishing relationships with Oracle Corporation, Corel Corporation, Stream International Inc. (formerly Corporate Software, Inc.), Rocket Science Games, Inc., and several well-known McGraw-Hill magazines including LAN Times and BYTE. A division of The McGraw-Hill Companies, Osborne/McGraw-Hill is targeting consumer support, emerging technologies, and innovative applications for future computer books.

Osborne/McGraw-Hill, 2600 Tenth St, Berkeley, CA 94710

510-549-6600,  Fax: 510-549-6603,   orders: 800-227-0900


Teach Yourself Visual Basic
WINDOWS PROGRAMMING FOR THE MASSES?

Yes! New Visual Basic Book Makes Language Accessible to All

Berkeley, CA, December 29, 1995-Although Visual Basic is the easiest way to program for Windows, and much can be done without writing code, there are still many skills necessary for creating viable programs that will be used again and again. To help absolute beginners who want a jump start in programming, Osborne/McGraw-Hill has just published Teach Yourself Visual Basic by Bob Albrecht and Karl Albrecht.

Teach Yourself Visual Basic presents the language in a foolproof, "mastery learning" method that is broken down into short lessons. Readers can then approach the concepts at their own pace. The book is task-oriented, with creative projects and exercises that let beginning programmers see results immediately.

As with all Osborne/McGraw-Hill Teach Yourself books, Teach

Yourself Visual Basic

* is simply and clearly written,

* has many illustrations and helpful examples,

* provides real-world exercises for active learning, and

* gives progress checks at both the beginning and end of every

  chapter.

Readers can trust that they are approaching the language in the fastest and easiest way with Teach Yourself Visual Basic. Authors Bob Albrecht and Karl Albrecht have more than 40 years of Basic programming experience between them Bob Albrecht is an educator as well as an author; he uses that background to make sure his books are clear and thorough.

Ideal for anyone who needs to brush up on Visual Basic programming skills, or those brand new to Windows programming, Teach Yourself Visual Basic is a simple, self-paced tutorial that will have readers programming in just minutes a day.

Teach Yourself Visual Basic is soft cover, 512 pages, and has illustrations and charts throughout. Suggested retail price: $24.95 US. ISBN: 0-07-882078-2. For orders only, phone (800) 227-0900, Monday through Friday, 8:30AM - 4:30PM, Pacific Time.

Bob Albrecht writes the `'Power Tools for Math and Science" column for Learning and Leading with Technology. He has written more than 20 books about Basic, including Osborne's Using QuickBASIC, QBASIC Made Easy, and QuickBASIC Made Easy.

Karl Albrecht has been a Basic programmer for 12 years. He currently writes shareware games and utility programs, and has also developed freeware utilities. He is also the publisher of Visual Basic Backpack, a newsletter for Visual Basic beginners.

Osborne/McGraw-Hill, headquartered in Berkeley, California, is a leading publisher of books about computers, software, and technology for people at all levels of computer and software proficiency. While all Osborne/McGraw-Hill books offer specific and timely information, selected books also include disks or CD-ROMs containing valuable software directly related to the text. Known for its best-selling Internet Yellow Pages as well as its Made Easy and Complete Reference books, Osborne/McGrawHill has established strategic publishing relationships with Oracle Corporation, Corel Corporation, Stream International Inc. (formerly Corporate Software, Inc.), Rocket Science Games, Inc., and several well known McGraw-Hill magazines including LAN Times and BYTE. A division of The McGraw-Hill Companies, Osborne/McGraw-Hill is targeting consumer support, emerging technologies, and innovative applications for future computer books.

Osborne/McGraw-Hill, 2600 Tenth St, Berkeley, CA 94710

510-549-6600,  Fax: 510-549-6603,   orders: 800-227-0900


Working in Microsoft Office
"OFFICE COMPLEX" AN OXYMORON?

New Osborne/McGraw-Hill Book Makes Microsoft Office Easy to Manage

Berkeley, CA, December 29, 1995-Learning to use Microsoft Office does not have to be a complicated and difficult process. With Working in Microsoft Office by Ron Mansfield, just published by Osborne/McGraw-Hill, anyone can take full advantage of Microsoft Office's integrated capabilities.

Working in Microsoft Office is both a comprehensive tutorial and desktop reference. It teaches beginning and advanced Office users how to plan and execute nearly every task more efficiently with Office's latest components and features. Readers will learn to correspond, organize, plan their work day, and develop a fully unified office with Microsoft's office suite.

Written with wit and an engaging style, Working in Microsoft Office explains Office's many tools in a straight-forward manner. Readers will find complete coverage of the newest releases of Microsoft Office components and features, including:

* Microsoft Word

* Excel

* PowerPoint

* Access

* Windows 95

* The Microsoft Binder

* Shortcut Bar

* Object Linking and Embedding (OLE)

* Microsoft Mail

* Microsoft Schedule+

Plus there are special sections on sharing data and creating compound documents, as well as esoteric functions such as passing names, addresses, and appointments between Schedule+ and a Sharp Wizard pocket organizer. Once readers have mastered the basics, Working in Microsoft Office is also an ideal desktop reference for when questions arise.

Leave the "office complex" to town planners. For no-nonsense help and an increase in productivity, the key to the best office suite in town is Working in Microsoft Office.

Working in Microsoft Office is soft cover, 1200 pages, and has illustrations and charts throughout. Suggested retail price: $34.95 US. ISBN: 0-07-882164-9. For orders only, phone (800) 227-0900, Monday through Friday, 8:30AM - 4:30PM, Pacific Time.

Ron Mansfield is a computer consultant and author of The Compact Guide to Microsoft Office Professional (Sybex). He has also written best-selling books on Microsoft Word for Windows and DOS 6.2. Mansfield is a frequent lecturer at national computer seminars and has written hundreds of articles for industry magazines and newsletters.

Osborne/McGraw-Hill, headquartered in Berkeley, California, is a leading publisher of books about computers, software, and technology for people at all levels of computer and software proficiency. While all Osborne/McGraw-Hill books offer specific and timely information, selected books also include disks or CD-ROMs containing valuable software directly related to the text. Known for its best-selling Internet Yellow Pages as well as its Made Easy and Complete Reference books, Osborne/McGrawHill has established strategic publishing relationships with Oracle Corporation, Corel Corporation, Stream International Inc. (formerly Corporate Software, Inc.), Rocket Science Games, Inc., and several well known McGraw-Hill magazines including LAN Times and BYTE. A division of The McGraw-Hill Companies, Osborne/McGraw-Hill is targeting consumer support, emerging technologies, and innovative applications for future computer books.

Osborne/McGraw-Hill, 2600 Tenth St, Berkeley, CA 94710

510-549-6600,  Fax: 510-549-6603,   orders: 800-227-0900


Network Music Presentation Audio CD-ROM
PRESENTATION AUDIO BRINGS PROFESSIONAL QUALITY AUDIO TO DESKTOP FOR POPULAR PC-BASED PRESENTATION PROGRAMS

Easy-to-use music and sound effects from a leading professional music library

SAN DIEGO (December 1, 1995) -- Network Music, one of the nation's largest producers of music, sound effects and production elements for the broadcast, commercial and audiovisual industries, has introduced Presentation Audio, a breakthrough CD-ROM audio library that brings professional-quality music and sound effects to the desktop for users of popular presentation products such as Microsoft PowerPoint.

Presentation Audio was created specifically to meet the needs of creators of computer-based presentations. Designed and formatted for use with popular presentation authoring applications, the series draws from Network Music's extensive professional audio CD libraries to provide users for the first time the ability to score their works with fully orchestrated and professionally recorded music, sound effects and production elements. Network's professional clients include ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, HBO, American Airlines, Federal Express, Microsoft, IBM, General Motors, NASA, hundreds of television and radio stations, and thousands of recording studios, post-production facilities, educational institutions and government agencies.

Network Music supplied the sounds that are embedded in the latest version of PowerPoint, and a demonstration version of Presentation Audio can be found in Office for Windows 95.

Each volume in the industry-first program contains 30 original music beds pre-edited in 60-second, 30-second, short tag and loop versions, as well as 100 sound effects and 100 production elements such as "stagers," "sweepers," "drones," zaps" and "lasers." Each of the five CD's, which may be purchased separately, is centered on a specific theme. The five volumes currently available are Business/Office, Pop Culture, High Tech/Electronic, Environments/Atmospheres and Comedy/Animation.

Network's powerful, easy-to-use, intuitive utility Trakfinder allows the user to select, audition and edit audio selections for length, as well as add special effects such as fade-in/fade-out or continuous loop. Included in each CD-ROM at no extra cost, Trakfinder allows users to export the sound files as stereo or mono, 22 kHz or 11 kHz, 16-bit or 8-bit files in WAV or ADPCM-compressed formats. It can be used directly from the CD-ROM or installed on the user's hard drive. As volumes are added in the future, Trakfinder provides users with the option to compile all of the indexes into a master directory to facilitate a universal search/selection function that includes the individual user's entire library. Context-sensitive HELP throughout the program provides clear and concise guidance if needed.

The suggested retail price of Presentation Audio is $49.95 per volume, which includes a royalty-free license for non-broadcast, computer-based presentations.

Network Music is the foremost independent originator of production music in the world. Since it was founded in 1979, the San Diego-based company's library has grown to more than 1,200 original compositions and 10,000 sound effects. These libraries are constantly growing with monthly updates and new issues. Recognized as an innovative leader in music production, the company now lists over 10,000 clients, including major broadcast networks, advertising and public relations agencies, audiovisual production houses, and Fortune 100 companies which use the libraries to communicate their messages more effectively in business communications.

Larry Anderson

800-854-2075

619-451-6400


Shockwave Assault for PlayStation
ELECTRONIC ARTS INVITES PLAYSTATION PLAYERS TO STAR IN SCI-FI BLOCKBUSTER

SAN MATED, Calif., December 6, 1995-Electronic Arts (NASDAQ:ERTS) has announced the release of the award-winning original title Shockwave Assault -- an interactive science-fiction movie -- for the PlayStation. The PlayStation version will include five extra missions (from Operation Jumpgate) that were previously available as an add on disk for the original 3DO Interactive Multiplayer version (Shockwave).

Shockwave Assault blends Hollywood film production techniques with state-of-the-art computer technology to create one of the most advanced entries into the new entertainment genre of interactive movies.

In a nutshell, playing Shockwave Assault is like starring in a Hollywood science-fiction movie. From the cockpit of a F-177 space aircraft, players fly over texture-mapped landscapes created from custom aerial photography, fighting alien craft rendered using real-time, three dimensional graphics. They experience real video and radio broadcasts from other pilots as they fly combat missions around the world.

"We have integrated new features into the PlayStation version of Shockwave Assault taking into account customer feedback and technical advantages of the new system," said Philippe Tarbouriech, project leader at Electronic Arts. "The cockpit has been totally re-designed for better viewing by the player, there are numerous checkpoints throughout each mission where the game saves automatically and the user interface has been re-designed to make it much simpler to operate".

To create this visual experience, the Shockwave Assault development team enlisted a professional movie director, professional actors, a best-selling novelist/script writer, industry-leading software engineers, award winning audio composers, and top storyboard and computer graphic artists. The title uses extensive video storytelling as well as CD quality stereo music and Dolby Surround Sound to enhance the players immersion into this futuristic game world.

"Combining real video, three-dimensional images, and realistic terrain creates an unbelievable gaming experience. This is the first in a new line of science-fiction games, and it's right on the cutting edge of 32-bit technology" said Lucy Bradshaw, producer, Electronic Arts.

For the player, the terrifying scenario Electronic Arts delivers in this interactive movie seems all too clear. Shockwave Assault takes the player into a horrifying mission of the future, where the fate of the Earth hangs in the balance. The year is 2019, and orbiting our planet is the UNS Omaha. The world's first aircraft carrier in space. This experimental space platform has begun operational testing of the new F-177 space fighter prototypes.

But someone is out there watching, and waiting.

Without any warning, Earth is bombarded from space by an unknown alien attack. As the Earth's defenses are systematically destroyed, the stage is set for a novice pilot to fly death-defying solo missions in a bid to save our planet.

As this war between the worlds unfolds, the hidden alien agenda becomes clear. While constantly battling the aliens over the skies of Earth, the player will experience a suspense-filled storyline that culminates in the final showdown between Humanity and the Alien Horde.

The player can also expect to see improved video sequences which run at twice the speed of the 3DO version, and music running throughout the gameplay to add to the excitement.

Electronic Arts

1450 Fashion Island Blvd

San Mateo, CA 94404

415-571-7171


Inside Visual C++, Third Edition
Inside Visual C++@ Third Edition

The Standard Reference for Programming with Microsoft Visual C++ Now Updated and Expanded to Cover Version 4

If you plan to use Visual C++, this book is a must. It helps Visual C++ programmers just as Charles Petzold's Programming Windows helped programmers clearly understand how to program Windows in C." -- Computer, January 1994

The editors of Software Development called it "the ideal tool for the student of MFC." PC Techniques hailed it as "one of the best." And PC Week offered perhaps its highest accolade, saying this landmark work is "just plain easy to read." Now INSIDE VISUAL C++ -- the bestselling and critically acclaimed guide from Microsoft Press-has been completely updated in its third edition to cover Microsoft Visual C++ programming system version 4. This new edition includes expanded, detailed coverage of OLE, 32-bit programming for Windows and the Microsoft Foundation Class (MFC) Library version 4.0.

Author David J. Kruglinski-a former member of the Visual C++ team-gives an insider's perspective on how to fully exploit the award-winning Visual C++ version 4 development system. Kruglinski introduces exciting new ways to create 32-bit applications for Windows using the rich set of integrated tools included in Visual C++. By utilizing the Visual C++ application framework based on the MFC library, version 4.0, programmers can concentrate on the process of creating robust, professional applications. The accompanying compact disc contains the book's applications and the source code files necessary to create them.

Practical Approaches to 32-Bit Programming Challenges

Using ample 32-bit source code examples, Kruglinski allows programmers to see the MFC library, App Studio, and the new and improved AppWizard and ClassWizard in action. Readers get a healthy dose of application framework theory along with tips for exploiting features of the class library. Fundamentals of Windows-based programming such as event handling, GDI, dialog boxes, memory management, SDI and MDI applications, printing, and help are all presented from a fresh perspective. Detailed coverage of more advanced topics includes multithreading, COM, OLE Automation, DIBs (device-independent bitmaps), ODBC (the Microsoft Open Database Connectivity standard), DLLs (dynamic link libraries), and documentview architecture.

Appendixes include a short course in the C++ language plus tables of the message map functions in the Microsoft Foundation Class Library and Microsoft Windows functions used in the book. A comprehensive table of contents and a thorough, fully cross-referenced index help readers quickly locate information about any topic in the book.

About the Author

David Kruglinski considers himself a programmer who writes rather than a writer who programs. In addition to writing four books on subjects ranging from microcomputer database management systems to PC communications, he started a successful software tools company. He is also a consultant and conducts training classes on Microsoft Visual C++ around the world.

About Microsoft Press

Microsoft Press is the independent publishing division of Microsoft Corporation and the leading source of up-to-date information about Microsoft products and related technologies. More than 15 million users rely on a complete line of world-class Microsoft Press computer books and multimedia training and reference tools. Titles ranging from self-paced tutorials for first-time computer users to advanced technical references and programming guides for computer professionals- are distributed through book and software retailers worldwide. Consumers in the United States can also order directly from the publisher at 1-800-MSPRESS and through the CompuServe Electronic Mall (GO MSP); MSN, The Microsoft Network; and the Internet at http://www.microsoft.com/mspress/.

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ "MSFT") is the worldwide leader in software for personal computers. The company offers a wide range of products and services for business and personal use, each designed with the mission of making it easier and more enjoyable for people to take advantage of the full power of personal computing every day.

Inside Visual C++, Third Edition

by David J. Kruglinski

$45.00, 944 pages with one CD

ISBN: 1-55615-891-2

Pub. Date: January 18, 1995

Microsoft Press, One Microsoft Way, Redmond, WA 98052-6399

206-882-8080,  800-MSPRESS


Running Microsoft Access for Windows 95
Running Microsoft Access for Windows 95, Select Edition

In-Depth Reference and Inside Tips From the Software Experts

RUNNING MICROSOFT ACCESS FOR WINDOWS 95, Select Edition-the premier source of detailed, accurate information about getting the most from Microsoft Access for Windows 95-is now available from Microsoft Press.

RUNNING MICROSOFT ACCESS FOR WINDOWS 95 is a complete and thorough tutorial on and reference to Microsoft Access that provides all the information a user needs to design and build Microsoft Access databases and custom Microsoft Access-based applications. The book features easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions, real-world examples, screen illustrations, and expert tips that show readers how to use this powerful relational database software in the most efficient way possible. Specific topics are easy to find in the exhaustive index. The accompanying CD contains sample databases that are discussed in the book.

Author John L. Viescas uses three sample databases to provide practical, hands-on examples. Viescas takes a progressive, skill-building approach, explaining underlying database concepts rather than simply documenting the features. All the features of Microsoft Access are explained with the depth and accuracy that is a hallmark of the Running series.

The book is divided into six parts. Readers will learn:

* What a relational database is, when to use one, and how the

  components of Microsoft Access work

* The fundamentals of designing, building, and modifying a database

* How to work with data, use queries, import and export data, and use

  SQL

* How to build and customize forms

* How to construct reports

* How to create custom applications using macros and Visual Basic

  for Applications

About the Author

John L. Viescas is an independent database consultant with more than 20 years of database design consulting experience. He has lectured at conferences and user group meetings around the world, including highly rated sessions on Microsoft Access at the Microsoft Tech*Ed conferences. He has also written numerous articles for publications such as Smart Access and Access Advisor.

Microsoft Press is the independent publishing division of Microsoft Corporation and the leading source of up-to-date information about Microsoft products and services. More than 15 million users rely on a complete line of world-class Microsoft Press computer books and multimedia training and reference tools. Titles ranging from self-paced tutorials for first-time computer users to advanced technical references for professional programmers are distributed to book and software retailers worldwide. Consumers in the United States can also order directly from the publisher at 1-800-MSPRESS and through the CompuServe Electronic Mall (GO MSP); MSN, The Microsoft Network; and the Internet at http://www.microsoft.com/mspress/.

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ "MSFT") is the worldwide leader in software for personal computers. The company offers a wide range of products and services for business and personal use, each designed with the mission of making it easier and more enjoyable for people to take advantage of the full power of personal computing every day.

Running Microsoft Access for Windows 95

by John L. Viescas

$39.95, 880 pages with one CD

ISBN: 1-55615-886-6

Pub. Date: January 25, 1996

Microsoft Press, One Microsoft Way, Redmond, WA 98052-6399

206-882-8080,  800-MSPRESS


Dolch NotePAC Industrial Notebook
First 12.1" TFT Screen in an Industrial Notebook

All-Metal NEMA 4 Notebook Survives Abuse in Hostile Environments

Fremont, CA, January 2, 1996-Today, Dolch Computer Systems introduced the NotePAC (Notebook Portable Add-in Computer), an extremely rugged expandable platform with the industry's first 12.1" Super VGA TFT display, specifically designed to survive the rigors of field and factory environments. Sheathed in a sealed nigh-strength alloy casing, the NotePAC extends the legendary performance of Dolch's massively expandable PAC computers into hostile military, industrial and aerospace applications-unforgiving environments, merciless to ordinary portables. Small and lightweight at 14 pounds, the NotePAC provides outstanding battery-powered carry-anywhere-performance in an almost indestructable package that's impervious to hostile environments.

Massive Screen Boasts 56% More Information Displayed

Displaying 800 x 600 pixels over 70 square inches of display area, the NotePAC's next generation color TFT screen boasts 56% greater information content and 36% greater viewing area than conventional 10.4" TFT screens. In fact, the NotePAC screen shows as much data as a 14" CRT. Mounted in a pressure-cast aluminum housing, NotePAC's 12.1" diagonal super VGA screen is the first to bring high resolution performance to environmentally demanding applications. For operation in direct sunlight, NotePAC offers a high contrast TSTN monochrome display.

Impact and Vibration Proof

Borrowing heavily from MIL-SPEC packaging technology, the NotePAC survives extreme levels of shock and vibration. It uses specifically qualified components and Isoguard shock mounting technology to swallow harmful multi-axis mechanical energy. In operation, the NotePAC can withstand a 20G impulse without damage and, when turned off, a 50G impact-akin to dropping it from your lap to the floor! Likewise, the NotePAC has a great tolerance to broad ranges of vibration, operating in environments generating up to 2G's of continuous random-frequency energy, like those in tracked vehicles, rotary-winged aircraft and foundries.

NEMA 4, Runs in the Rain

Drawing on its industrial technology leadership, Dolch crafted the NotePAC to NEMA 4 standards making it impervious to moisture and condensation. With a sealed keyboard and hinged closures for all access ports, the NotePAC not only survives exposure to high moisture environments but operates in the rain! It's protected from a precipitation density of 2.5 gallons per square foot per hour. This means field operations aren't curtailed due to inclement weather.

Sealed Like a Vault

Hostile environments impose harsh conditions-blowing dust, fumes, airborne pollutants. The NotePAC's unique sealed alloy casing eludes these particularly challenging problems. It's sealed like a vault, with no fans, vents or openings-nothing gets in, no dust, particulates or contaminants. To maintain NotePAC's environmental integrity, easy opening sealed covers are provided for all removable devices, interface connections and the floppy drive bay.

OmniSlice Expansion Module

The NotePAC continues the tradition of flexibility and expandability, long the hallmark of Dolch products. The core set of expansion is furnished by two PCMCIA type II slots, usable as one type III is desired. Beyond this base level, the NotePAC extends its expansion flexibility through the unique OmniSlice modules. These rugged, all-metal expansion slices allows integration of an AT cards, a CD-ROM drive or PC-104 modules with the expanded unit, thus providing enhanced flexibility in configuring the NotePAC for a specific application. Also, the OmniSlice's clever mechanical design preserves the NotePAC's ruggedness, and environmental protection.

Highly Configurable

An Intel 486DX4-100 CPU is standard with memory configurations from 4 MB to 36 MB. Select hard drives of 520 MB or 1.2 GB. They all come mounted in rugged removeable DataPak modules. The shielded DataPak module is quickly swappable providing security and easy data transfer to other NotePACs or fixed base systems. For operation away from line power, a 2.4 amp-hour battery pack provides up to 2 hours of operation at remote sites along with an optional STATpack external power station that provides up to 10 hours of autonomous operation.

About Dolch Computer Systems

Dolch Computer Systems manufactures and distributes high performance portable computers for power-users who require a high level of system adaptability and expandability. The company's products are marketed directly to a broad range of corporate industrial users. Founded by Volker Dolch, a pioneer in the development of microprocessor instrumentation, the company is privately held and headquartered in Fremont, California, with subsidiaries in Germany, and the United Kingdom.

Price and Availability

The NotePAC is available now with delivery from 4 to 6 weeks. Prices range from $8,495 for a VGA sunlight readable monochrome system to $10,495 for a 12.1" super VGA full-color Active Matrix TFT system.

DOLCH COMPUTER SYSTEMS

3178 LAURELVIEW CT

FREMONT, CA 94538

510-661-2220 FAX: 510-490-8345


SKIcd for Ski Vacation Planning
SKIcd PROVIDES EASY WAY TO PLAN SKI VACATIONS

DENVER, CO (January, 1996) -- Media Odyssey, Inc. announced that it has teamed up with SKI Magazine to release an updated version of its popular ski CD-ROM. The CDROM, billed as SKI Magazine 's SKIcd, is a comprehensive multimedia travel planner covering over 500 ski areas in North America -- complete with detailed descriptions, sound, video clips, and thousands of photographs and zoomable trail maps. SKIcd offers the most indepth information available on any medium, from resort and lodging information to zoomable trail maps and non-skiing activities, plus SKI Magazine 's invaluable comments on leading ski areas.

"We view the SKIcd as a complementary product to our recently launched SKInet Internet Web site," said Andy Clurman, vice president of The Skiing Company, publishers of SKI and SKIING magazines.

One of SKIcd's unique features is the Personal Preference Navigator_, which allows skiers to pick a destination that is best suited to their own personal needs. The "Navigator" is a simple, on-screen menu in which users may enter criteria that are most important to them. The program searches all the available ski areas and presents a short list of areas that can then be studied in greater detail. Also, by clicking on the Top 95 button, users will pull up the resorts ranked in order by SKI Magazine 's Annual Reader's Survey. They can then double click on the resort's name to obtain more information.

Each featured resort includes a general overview of the area, statistics and trail maps, lodging facilities, restaurants, shops and services; as well as information on how to get there, special events and non-skiing activities, too. It even includes information on summer and fall activities. The program contains thousands of photographs and maps, and several of the areas include interesting history sections -- complete with photographs, narration and video.

SKIcd will save countless phone calls for brochures and information from various sources because all the information is now in one place and easy to access. For example, users can "click" on a Direct Dial button to place a call directly to the resort, central reservations or a lodging property to begin the booking process.

"For the second year now, we're providing an easy-to-use resource for people who may not have the time to do a lot of research on a particular ski area or who may have to juggle the needs and interests of a diverse group of people," said Charles Greer, Media Odyssey president. "Purchasers of the product last year included individuals, ski clubs and travel agents, and I expect this year will be no different," Greer concluded.

The SKIcd for Windows-based personal computers is available for only $9.95 (plus $4.95 for shipping and handling) and may be ordered directly by calling 1-800-997-5423 (1-800-99-SKICD). Visa, Mastercard and American Express are accepted. Purchasers of last year's SkiOdyssey disc can obtain the 1995/'96 version for only $5.95.

For more information and a SKIcd demo, checkout Media Odyssey's Web site at http://mediaodyssey.com/mediaodyssey/skiody.html or SKI Magazine's site at http://skinet.com. Media Odyssey's internet location offers basic information on every ski area in the U.S.A. and select Canadian areas, and also highlights one ski resort each week providing a complete demo of what the SKIcd offers, including photographs and trail maps.

Media Odyssey, Inc.

PO Box 3048

Denver, CO 80201

(303) 293-3837, fax (303) 292-6926, e-mail Modyssey@aol.com.

About Media Odyssey, Inc.

Media Odyssey is a Denver-based producer of multimedia presentations, CD-ROMs, and Web pages.


Ontrack Data Recovery for Chubb Services
Ontrack to Provide Data Recovery Services for Chubb Services Corporation Alliance Group

Brings data recovery expertise to Chubb 's disaster planning and recovery collective

Minneapolis, MN, January 10, 1995-Ontrack Data Recovery, a leading provider of data recovery services and software, today announced that it has been chosen by Chubb Services Corporation to join the Chubb Alliance group of disaster planning and recovery firms. The Chubb Alliance, which includes Chubb Services Corporation, DataShred, Iron Mountain, PALINDROME, Relectronic-Remech, and Recovery Management, Inc., is an industry leading team of businesses that assess, plan, and implement disaster recovery strategies for federal, corporate, and private clientele. The union between this disaster planning collective and the data recovery firm gives the Chubb Alliance the ability to bring its customers swift and secure recovery of lost or damaged data, and provides Ontrack the opportunity to bring its services to a new and diverse array of public and private clients.

Ontrack operates the world's largest data recovery service, and specializes in restoring data threaded by many forms of potential data loss, including natural disaster, user error, virus, electro-magnetic failure, computer crime, or any other cause. Ontrack also develops data protection and disaster recovery plans, provides computer data forensic consultations, and acts as an expert witness. Using its time- and cost-effective staff end software, Ontrack can safely recover a client's endangered information.

With companies currently valuing 100 megabytes of data at more than one million dollars*, Ontrack's data recovery expertise is a crucial service. According to Ms. Michael Redmond, Senior Account Executive and Senior Consultant for Chubb Services Corporation, it is Ontrack's ability to provide this crucial service that makes Ontrack a valuable and logical addition to the Chubb Alliance.

"We chose Ontrack to be a member of the Alliance due to its history of superior data recovery service, quality customer relations, and respectable pricing standards," Redmond says. "With the addition of Ontrack to the Chubb Alliance, we are now able to offer customers a comprehensive, full-service disaster recovery package."

Ontrack's partnership with Chubb is the most recent in a string of strategically significant developments for the data recovery firm in 1995. In July of last year, Ontrack opened a federal office in Washington, D.C. The debut of the D.C. site was the latest development in Ontrack's long association with the U.S. government. A representative list of Ontrack's federal customers includes the DEA, FAA, FBI, GSA, USDA, Department of Energy, Postal Service, and State Department. Ontrack's attention to the security needs of these clients prompted the Department of Defense to award Ontrack the James S. Cogswell Outstanding Industrial Security Achievement Award in 1995, an honor given yearly to only one half of one percent of the 11,000 security-cleared Department of Defense contractors eligible. Ontrack also strengthened the company's international presence in April of last year by opening its first office in Japan. This office was the result of Ontrack's recent partnership with Japan's Y-E Data Corporation.

Ontrack Data Recovery specializes in retrieving data from virtually any operating environment in any type of data storage device. To ensure the security of users' critical data, Ontrack's experts have engineered the tools and developed the techniques to achieve an unsurpassed success rate on drives received for recovery. Ontrack also offers its customers emergency services, including on-site, weekend, 24-hour, and priority options.

Ontrack's offices are located in Minneapolis, Minnesota (800-872-2599), Los Angeles, California (800752-7557), and Washington, D.C. (800-650-2410). Offices are also located in London and Tokyo.

OnTrack Computer Systems

6321 Bury Dr

Eden Prairie, MN 55346

800-752-1333,  612-937-1107,  fax 612-937-5815


Duplex Alliance with Advanced Labeling Sys
Duplex Signs Strategic Alliance Agreement with Advanced Labeling Systems, Inc.

January 10, 1996 -- Southbridge, MA. -- Duplex of Sycamore, Illinois, a major manufacturer of forms, document control equipment and labels, has signed a Strategic Alliance agreement with Advanced Labeling Systems, Inc. a Microsoft Partner. Advanced Labeling will provide Duplex with a wide range of Automatic Identification Systems including LabelMAX software for labeling control.

Duplex will continue to grow its developing Automatic Identification base through the promotion of LabelMAX_, which is a designed for Windows 95 labeling software package. Duplex will offer complete label control including design, management review and production restriction. Focus will be key industries that have label copy concern. They will specifically focus on Medical, Pharmaceutical and Food Industries where label and document controls are essential.

Advanced Labeling Systems, Inc. is a Microsoft Solution Partner and has been producing quality products for the Automatic Identification Industry for over seven years. Advanced Labeling Systems, Inc. consistently provides improvements and innovations in Windows software and has alliances with Esselte Meto, Compaq and Duplex.

Advanced Labeling Systems

284 Worcester Street

Southbridge, MA 01550-0190


Surface Mount Conf Call for Speakers/Papers
MILLER FREEMAN INC. ISSUES CALL FOR SPEAKERS, TECHNICAL PAPERS AT SIXTH SURFACE MOUNT INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION

San Francisco -- January 11, 1996 -- Miller Freeman, Inc. today announced the Call for Papers for Surface Mount International: Advanced Electronics Manufacturing Technologies (SMI). Now in its sixth year, the world's leading Miller Freeman, Inc. conference and exhibition on the manufacture of electronic products using surface mount and related technologies will feature the largest technical program and exhibit floor ever in the show's history.

This year, authors of the top three technical papers and presentations at the conference -- scheduled for September 8 - 12, 1996, at the San Jose Convention Center, San Jose, Calif. -- will receive cash awards of $1,000. One award will be presented to the technical session speaker who receives the best ratings from conference attendees. SMI's Technical Program Committee will select papers for two additional awards, "Best of Proceedings Paper" and (in recognition of the conference's growing international importance) "Best International Paper.

"Technical programs and exhibition floor attendance both reached record levels at the 1995 SMI Conference and Exhibition, and we expect 1996 to show continued growth," said Martin Barton, SMI Conference Director. "The Conference Recognition Awards are just one step we are taking to assure high-quality content and maximum value in the educational experience we provide."

Technical papers and session proposals covering the following topic areas are being sought: High Density Packaging, SMT Manufacturing, Materials, Contract Manufacturing, Components, and Reliability. Papers should describe significant results from experiments, new techniques or major trends, and contain specific technical, economic or test data. All papers should be non-commercial, addressing user-oriented solutions in electronics manufacturing.

Proposed topics for technical papers should be described in a 300-word abstract and submitted no later than February 15, 1996. Complete manuscripts of accepted proposals will be due by July 1, 1996, for publication in the Conference Proceedings. More information and a submittal form can be obtained by calling 415-905-8116, or via e-mail: <75521.1574@compuserve.com>.

The sixth annual Surface Mount International: Advanced Electronics Manufacturing Technologies is co-produced by Miller Freeman, Inc., one of the nation's largest producers of conferences and trade exhibitions, along with the Electronic Industries Association (EIA), the Institute for Interconnecting and Packaging Electronics Circuits (IPC), and the Surface Mount Technology Association (SMTA). Other shows presented by Miller Freeman include: the Embedded System Conferences, the PCB Design Conferences, Software Development, Communication Design Engineering Conference, Autodesk University, MechanCAD, and the 3D Design Conference & Exhibition.

Exhibitor Contact:

 Kim Sullivan

 Miller Freeman Inc

 508/747-6002

Attendee Contact:

 Yolanda King

 Miller Freeman Inc

 415/905-4994

 yking@mfi.com

Press Registration:

 FS Communications

 415-691-1488

 wendyl@ix.netcom.com

Miller Freeman, Inc.

San Francisco Office:

600 Harrison St

San Francisco, CA 94107

415-905-4994,  800-227-4675,  fax 415-905-2220

Boston Office:

112 Billington St

Plymouth, MA 02360

508/747-6002,  fax 508/747-6005

Surface Mount Technology Association

5200 Willson Rd, Suite 215

Edina, MN 55424-1338

612/920-7682,  fax 612/926-1819

Electronic Industries Association

2500 Wilson Blvd

Arlington, VA 22201-3834

703/907-7500,  fax 703/907-7501

The Institute for Interconnecting and Packaging Electronic Circuits

2215 Sanders Rd

Northbrook, IL 60062

708/509-9700,  fax 708/509-9798


Conceptual Kinematics Tutorial on Motion
Interactive Tutorial Program Provides Students With a Better Understanding of Motion

Physics Academic Software Releases Conceptual Kinematics

December 22, 1995-Conceptual Kinematics is designed to give beginning physics students the practice they need to understand and apply the definitions of position, velocity, and acceleration. This interactive software provides the busy high school or introductory college teacher with an effective, self-paced tutorial for the student who needs more practice in working with the basic concepts of motion.

Developed by Frank Griffin of the University of Akron and Louis Turner of Western Reserve Academy, Conceptual Kinematics presents animations, strobe photographs, and multiple graphical representations of motion through carefully formed tutorial questions. The questions have distractor responses based on common misconceptions, so that most conceptual problems will be quickly detected. When a student gives an incorrect response, the program repeats the animation and offers additional information to help the student focus attention on the changes of the appropriate quantity.

The Conceptual Kinematics programs are highly interactive. They are written at the student's level and are designed so the student can proceed at his or her own pace. When students work together, the programs foster the kind of dialogue that promotes understanding.

The programs cover all possible representations of motion along a straight line-strobe records; position-time, velocity-time, and acceleration-time graphs; as well as written descriptions of a motion. One program shows the motion of an object and the motion of a speedometer needle along a scale, while simultaneously plotting the velocity-time graph associated with the motion. Acceleration is by far the most difficult motion concept to comprehend. Many students have trouble understanding the difference between velocity and acceleration. Velocity is always in the direction of the motion, but acceleration may be in the same or the opposite direction. By comparing the motion of a car to the motion of its speedometer needle along a scale, these tutorials clarify the meanings of positive and negative acceleration.

Conceptual Kinematics is published and distributed by Physics Academic Software, which is a project of the American Institute of Physics in cooperation with the American Physical Society and the American Association of Physics Teachers. it is part of a continuing series of educational software from PAS.

Conceptual Kinematics operates on a PC computer with a hard disk and VGA graphics or a Macintosh Plus computer or later operating with system software 6.0 or higher.

Conceptual Kinematics may be purchased from Physics Academic Software for $69.95 plus $3.50 for shipping and handling for the first package ($12.50 foreign air mail) and $.75 ($4.00 foreign) for each additional package. Lab Packs, which include ten copies of the software and one User's Manual, are available for $209.95. Physics Academic Software offers a no-risk guarantee by providing a full refund for packages returned within 30 days.

Orders and requests for the Physics Academic Software 1995-1996 Catalog of Programs should be directed to Physics Academic Software, Campus Box 8202, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC 27695-8202. By telephone, call (800) 955-8275 or (919) 515-7447; Fax (919) 515-2682; E-mail pas@aip.org. You can also order RAY from the Physics Academic Software home page at the following address http://www.aip.org/pas/pashome.html.


Newer Tech. NUpowr Power PC Upgrade
NUpowr Power PC Upgrade from Newer Technology Improves PowerBook 500 Series Performance up to 350 Percent

WICHITA, Kan. --01/09/95-- Newer Technology, the leading supplier of upgrades for PowerBook computers, introduced NUpowr, a 117MHz Power PC upgrade for PowerBook 500 Series computers at MacWorld Expo in San Francisco, Calif., today. NUpowr will improve the processing performance of the Powerbook 500 by 350 percent.

"NUpowr will upgrade any PowerBook 500 Series computer to the fastest PowerBook available today for only a fraction of the cost of purchasing a new PowerBook 5300," stated Gene Hildebrandt. "There are choices of 0MB, 4MB and 8MB of system memory. Estimated street prices are $590, $795 and $999, respectively, for the three versions after an $80 factory direct trade-in rebate offered by Newer Technology for the return of the 68LC040 processor which NUpowr replaces."

For a limited time, Newer Technology is also offering Connectix Speed Doubler bundled free with the NUpowr Power PC upgrade. "This software program

significantly improves the Power PC-upgraded 500 Series computers' ability to run nonnative language applications in emulation mode," said Hildebrandt. - more NUpowr plugs onto the motherboard replacing the 68LC040 daughterboard. NUpowr requires System 7.5.x and 2.0 Updater. A NUpowr upgrade enables the PowerBook 500 Series owner to take advantage of built-in Ethernet as well as system upgrades such as memory, internal data/fax modems and/or PC Cards.

Newer Technology provides more PowerBook upgrade choices than any other manufacturer. The company offers a full line of memory upgrades for the PowerBook and PowerBook Duo as well as a full line of PC Cards including Flash Ram in sizes from 8MB to 40MB, a 28.8/14.4 data/fax modem, Video-In/Capture, and 10BaseT Ethernet Cards. The company is also a leading supplier of memory, acceleration and connectivity upgrades for Macintosh computers.

For more information, contact Newer Technology, 7803 E. Osie St., Suite 105, Wichita, KS 67207, phone 800-678-3726 or 316-685-4904, fax 316-685-9368. E-mail may be addressed to: sales@newertech.com, or Web Site: http://www.newertech.com.


ETC & AT&T ViewMagic Monitor Distribution
ETC AND AT&T GIS IN DISTRIBUTION AGREEMENT FOR 10-INCH COLOR VIEWMAGIC SPECIALTY MONITORS

Fremont, CA -- January 8, 1996 -- ETC Computer, Inc., announced today that it has signed a distribution agreement for its line of ViewMagic specialty monitors with AT&T Global Information Solutions (GIS), based in Tampa, Florida.

The distribution agreement calls for ETC to provide AT&T Global Information Solutions with its full line of 10-inch color ViewMagic monitors for integration into the GITP program. While the primary applications are in the banking and retail industries, AT&T GIS also has government, education and manufacturing customers.

AT&T GIS provides an integrated suite of services, called Global Information Technology Planning (GITP), which are designed to help businesses organize their information systems for optimal strategic advantage.

ETC is the world's largest supplier of color specialty monitors. Its small-screen high-resolution color and black and white monitors are used for all applications, including point of sale, banking, medical and retail dedicated systems where compact size, price and high resolution are important.

Dave Colgan, integration consultant for AT&T GIS, said, "To take advantage of today's information technology, business solutions must also be cost-effective and efficiently utilize the skills of the workforce. We've found that, compared to monochrome monitors, the crisp color graphics of high resolution specialty monitors increase the accuracy and improve the performance of bank tellers. ETC's ViewMagic monitors provide the best resolution at the most competitive price of any 10-inch color monitor on the market. They satisfy the economical concerns of our customers, can be easily read by the users, and give AT&T GIS a competitive edge.'

Kent Huang, president of ETC, said, 'AT&T GIS has a worldwide reputation for providing effective IT solutions for a wide variety of businesses. As they address both ISO 9000 and Malcolm Baldrige models for continuous quality improvement, being chosen as their monitor supplier is a testament to the quality of our product. We are proud to be associated with such a well-known and respected company.'

AT&T Global Information Solutions, based in Tampa, Florida, helps customers build business solutions by providing IT services including, architecture evaluation, alignment, development, transition and maintenance. AT&T's GIS, based in Tampa, Florida, can be reach at 813/286-3256, fax 813/286-3332. ETC's full line of 10-inch color and black and white monitors, and a line of touchscreen monitors in a variety of sizes, include the latest high-performance and innovative features. The company designs and builds all of the components for its product line, ensuring that every ETC monitor performs to the same demanding specifications as all major industry models. Resellers, manufacturers and retailers depend on multiple, fully-functional, high-quality monitors featuring a minimum of counter space. All monitors are designed for compatibility with the range of IBM PC/AT/XT and PS/2 systems.

* Specialty Monitors: Small-footprint 10-inch color (super VGA) monitors and 9-inch monochrome monitors, all with energy saving features designed for specialty applications

* Touchscreen Monitors: Low-cost 10-, 14-, 15-, 17- and 20-inch plug-and-play touchscreen monitors come complete with analog capacitive touch panel, mouse driver, controller and cables, VGA and SVGA resolution and an unlimited color display. The units feature a life span of greater than 20 million touches in any one location, and are supported on Windows, DOS, Windows NT, OS/2, MAC, UNIX and X-Windows.

ETC Computer, Inc. is a subsidiary of the ETC Group, which includes three manufacturing firms producing monitors, systems and auxiliary components and supplies. The ETC Group's seven floor, 150,000 square foot Taiwan facility features ultra-modern automated assembly lines with stringent quality control. ViewMagic monitors are marketed in the U.S. through ETC's sales and service organization located at 2917 Bayview Drive, Fremont, CA 94538, telephone 510/2266250, fax 510/226-6252. ETC's European office is located in Dusseldorf, Germany.


One Million SoftArc FirstClass Licenses
SoftArc Sells One Million FirstClass Licenses in 1995; User Base Now Over Four-Million and Growing

SAN FRANCISCO, January 9, 1996-SoftArc Inc., the leading developer of cross-platform, client/server groupware, today celebrated its four millionth FirstClass user at MACWORLD Expo/San Francisco. SoftArc sold over one million FirstClass user licenses during the 1995 calendar year to reach the four million mark. According to the 10/16/95 issue of Electronic Mail & Messaging Systems (EMMS), sales of SoftArc's FirstClass e-mail/group communication system rose 33% in the ten month period from March 1995 through December 1995. SoftArc aims to break the six million target by the end of 1996.

"As the leading vendor in the Mac OS electronic messaging market, SoftArc has brought advanced integrated e-mail and workgroup applications to millions of users," according to Mark Levitt, senior analyst for electronic messaging at International Data Corporation.

"In addition to keeping its flagship Mac software on the cutting edge, SoftArc has expanded into the Windows NT market with an impressive server product offering the same level of integrated functionality as its Mac product. FirstClass is now even more appealing for enterprises with a variety of messaging systems and platforms. Both Mac and PC users will benefit from seamless cross-platform connectivity." In its first four months on the market, the FirstClass Server for Windows NT has accounted for 20% of SoftArc's sales.

This year marks SoftArc's first appearance at MACWORLD Expo/San Francisco. Today, the Company begins previewing the following soon-to-be-released enhanced FirstClass products and features for Macintosh:

* FirstClass Client 3.0 for Macintosh-New FirstClass clients for 68K and Power Macintosh offer quoted text processing in messages; support for multilevel "undo;" "blind carbon copy" addressing on messages; support for Apple's new OpenTransport networking architecture; and support for SoftArc's new cross-platform FirstClass settings format.

* FirstClass Designer 3.0 for Macintosh-This new product, to be available free of charge to registered owners of FirstClass servers for Macintosh, is an all-in-one utility for easy, full-featured message form design and other FirstClass customization.

* FirstClass Server 3.5 for Macintosh-SoftArc will detail the next generation FirstClass Server for Mac OS. Native versions for both 68K and Power Macintosh CPUs will offer enhanced capacities, expanded database access, simplified backups, OpenTransport support and network speed improvements. As with all upgrades to FirstClass, version 3.5 will be free to registered owners upon shipping in the second quarter of 1996.

* Offline Replication-MACWORLD attendees can see demonstrations of new replication technology for Macintosh that allows FirstClass users to compose and read messages, and even participate in conferences, while disconnected from the FirstClass Server. Detailed product information will be available closer to product release in the second quarter of 1996.

MACWORLD Expo is the largest event in the world focusing on Macintosh computing products. Over 70,000 attendees are expected to visit more than 300 exhibits during the four-day show starting today. For more information on the show itself, contact show organizers MHA Event Management at 400 Providence Hwy., Norwood, MA 02062, http://www.mha.com/macworldexpo.

FirstClass is a client/saner workgroup communication system that integrates advanced e-mail with replicable discussion databases, remote access, forms processing, enterprise database access and online information services. The product offers a number of unique features designed to improve information communication and management. FirstClass offers the same ease of use, functionality and robust performance over network or modem, and operates in Windows, Macintosh, DOS, OS/2 and terminal emulation environments. The product is available in 12 languages and is used by businesses, educational institutions, governments and private individuals at more than 19,000 sites in 30 countries. SoftArc is supported by a worldwide network of Certified Consultants. The Company is headquartered in Markham, Ontario, Canada.

SoftArc Inc

100 Allstate Parkway

Markham, Ontario

Canada L3R 6H3

905-415-7000,  fax 905-415-7151


NexGen Wins Order from Dutch PC Company
NEXGEN WINS ORDER FROM DUTCH PC COMPANY WITH LARGEST PC SUPERSTORE CHAIN

Dunnet Offers New Nx586-based PC Line

MILPITAS California, January 8, 1996--NexGen, Inc. (Nasdaq: NXGN) today announced that Dunnet, the second largest Dutch PC company, is offering a new product line based on the Nx586 processor family. The Nx586 processor is the leading fifth-generation Pentium processor alternative currently in production.

Dunnet has the largest PC Superstore chain in Holland, including its main site at Rotterdam, as well as having a strong brand image. The company has placed orders with NexGen for a range of products from the Nx586 product line, including the new Nx586-P120 processor which it will feature in a new high-end PC configuration.

"We are enthusiastic about NexGen-based products being featured in the largest PC Superstore chain in the Netherlands," stated Atiq Raza, President and Chief Executive Officer of NexGen. Mr. Raza added, 'This OEM agreement will greatly improve our market position in this important region."

Dunnet has already started producing computer systems based on the NexGen Nx586 processor technology. According to Hans Bergman, General Manager, Dunnet expects that 35% of its production next year will be based on NexGen Nx586 processors.

"The market is looking for better performance, a competitive price and a three year warranty," he says, "and our new Nx586-based line will enable us to offer these."

Dunnet will produce a range of NexGen based machines, starting with the following configurations:

* NexGen N586 P90 with 8MB, 850MB hard disk, PCI video and the

  Windows 95 operating system pre-loaded.

* NexGen N586 P110 with 8MB, 850MB hard disk, PCI video and the

  Windows 95 operating system pre-loaded.

* NexGen Nx586 P120 with 8MB, 1.6GB hard disk, PCI video and the

  Windows 95 operating system pre-loaded.

* NexGen Nx586 P120 with 16MB memory, 2GB SCSI II Wide hard disk

  with Adaptec AHA2940W controller, Plextor 6 speed SCSI CD ROM

  player, Diamond Stealth 64 2MB VRAM PCI video, Sound Blaster AWE 32

  sound card with stereo speakers and the Windows 95 operating system

  pre-loaded.

All prices are yet to be announced. Early in 1996, the NexGen Nx586 P133 processor is expected to be added to this line of computer systems.

NexGen, Inc. (Nasdaq: NXGN) develops and utilizes industry-leading processor technologies to deliver high performance x86 processors to mainstream PC users. The Milpitas, California-based company currently holds many patents for its leading-edge x86 processor technology and has several more patents in process. For product information, call 1-800-8NEXGEN (1-800-863-9436) or (408) 435-0202, or you can reach us on the Web at http://www.nexgen.com.

Dunnet will finish the financial year 1995 as the Dutch market leader in multimedia systems thanks to its excellent reputation for service and quality. Dunnet expects favorable market conditions for its NexGen Nx586 based systems in 1996.

NexGen Inc

1623 Buckeye Dr

Milpitas, CA 95035-7423

408-435-0202,  fax 408-435-0262


NexGen Signs Largest PC Company in E. Europe
NEXGEN SIGNS LARGEST PC COMPANY IN EASTERN EUROPE TO MARKET Nx586-BASED PCs

Optimus Offers Immediate Availability of New PC Line through 1100 Outlets

MILPITAS, California, January 8, 1996--NexGen, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXGN) today announced that Optimus, the largest PC company in Eastern Europe, is immediately offering a new product line based on the Nx586 processor family. The Nx586 processor is the leading fifth-generation Pentium processor alternative currently in production.

Optimus focuses their sales primarily in Poland. This is the first time that Optimus has incorporated a non-Intel processor into one of their PC offerings. Optimus has 1100 locations in Poland through which they sell PCs.

"We are excited about having the largest Eastern European OEM adopt NexGen's technology," stated Atiq Raza, President and Chief Executive Officer of NexGen. Mr. Raza added, "Given its extensive distribution network, this OEM addition will greatly improve our position in the rapidly growing Eastern European marketplace."

"Optimus commands more than 40% of the Poland market, and we are dedicating a significant share of our products to be NexGen Nx586 based PCs," stated Mr. Roman Kluska, President of Optimus. He added, "We believe Optimus and NexGen will change the Poland PC market."

NexGen, Inc. (Nasdaq: NXGN) develops and utilizes industry-leading processor technologies to deliver high performance x86 processors to mainstream PC users. The Milpitas, California-based company currently holds many patents for its leading-edge x86 processor technology and has several more patents in process. For product information, call 1-800-8NEXGEN (1-800-863-9436) or (408) 435-0202, or you can reach us on the Web at http://www.nexgen.com.

NexGen Inc

1623 Buckeye Dr

Milpitas, CA 95035-7423

408-435-0202,  fax 408-435-0262


US Companies Maintain Large CeBIT Presence
AMERICAN COMPANIES MAINTAIN LARGEST PRESENCE AT CeBIT '96

January 8, 1996 -- (PRINCETON, NJ) -- An estimated 490 American exhibitors will give the U.S. the largest foreign contingent at CeBIT '96, the world's biggest information technology trade show, held March 14 - 20, 1996, in Hannover, Germany. Three times the size of Comdex, CeBIT attracts some 750,000 attendees and 6,100 exhibitors from around the globe.

It is at CeBIT that many companies choose to unveil cutting edge technologies and new products. During CeBIT '95, NexGen Microsystems, Inc., released the Nx586, a new challenger to Intel Corp.; Nokia introduced the 447K 31-91-kHZ 17 inch videoconferencing monitor; Husky Computers introduced an all-weather notebook computer; and MRT launched the Observer intelligent camera system, which incorporates a 486 processor, hard disk and modem.

By presenting their new products alongside those of their competitors and submitting them to the scrutiny of international professionals, these companies are generating the demand that fuel market growth for the entire industry.

The USA Pavilions and American exhibitors at CeBIT '96 include:

* CAD/CAM in Hall 21, including Vidar Systems, Step Tools and

  Lightwave Communications.

* Office Automation in Hall 1, including Cornerstone Imaging, Kofax

  Image Products and Storage Computer Products.

* Software in Hall 4, including J 3 Learning, Expert Software and

  Berkeley Software Designs.

* Microcomputers and Peripherals in Hall 6, including MA Labs,

  American Power Conversion, Phoenix Technologies and Hercules

  Computer Technology.

* Multimedia in Hall 8, including Horizons Technology, Genoa

  Systems, Logicode and Hyperglot.

* Networking & Wireless in Hall 11, including Optical Cable Corp.,

  Cybex Corp., Dynabit and Hubbell Precise Wiring.

* Security & Card Technology/Access Control in Hall 23, including

  Computhink, and the International Card Manufacturers Association.

* Communications in Hall 17, including The Antenna Company,

  Objective Systems Integrators, W & W Associates and Talking

  Technology.

Visitor Attractions at CeBIT '96

Special visitor attractions at the CeBIT '96 show include the innovative displays: "Software Center for Small and Medium-sized Firms", "European Know-how Center for Local and Central Government", "ATM World", "News Net '96", "Novell Networking Center", "Center for Information Security", and "Satellite Business".

In addition to exhibits, displays and special events, a full program of company lectures, seminars, and discussion forums is scheduled.

"Selling to Central and Eastern Europe", presented during CeBIT by European Computer Sources magazine and sponsored by Hannover Fairs USA, will offer sales and distribution strategies that can help American exporters succeed in this receptive region. For additional information, please contact Hannover Fairs USA, Inc., at 103 Carnegie Center, Princeton, NJ 08540; phone: 609-9871202; fax: 609-987-0092. Deutsche Messe AG, organizer of the event, will post general visitor information about CeBIT at its web site www.messe.de.


Last Call for OutsideView Upgrades
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ACC Broadens Popular Yukon Bridge/Routers
ACC BROADENS ITS POPULAR YUKON PRODUCT LINE

New ISDN interface makes Yukon the ideal access solution for small and remote office users

Santa Barbara, Calif. (December 11, 1995) -- Advanced Computer Communications, Inc. (ACC), the leading provider of network access solutions for the home, office, and enterprise, today introduced two additions to the Yukon product family: Yukon IP Bridge/Router with U interface and Yukon IP/IPX Bridge/Router with U interface. Now users have the option of utilizing either the S/T or the U interface for ISDN connectivity.

This new interface allows for direct connection to an ISDN network and eliminates the need for an external NT1 device. The Yukon with U interface reduces equipment costs and eases the complexity of connecting directly into the ISDN network.

The Yukon product family features full support of bridging and routing protocols, and includes ACC's exclusive Bandwidth Optimization technology to dramatically reduce network operating costs. Yukon is ideal for small branch offices in need of ISDN connectivity to regional or corporate locations, or for connection to the Internet.

Easy to install, Yukon features a single autosensing Ethernet interface that can accommodate either 10BaseT or AUI network connections, and an ISDN 2B+D Basic Rate Interface. By using PPP as the link protocol, Yukon can interconnect with ISDN bridges and routers from other vendors.

"With the introduction of the U interface for the Yukon, ACC now offers a scalable ISDN solution that supports users in small branch and home locations," said Peter Curtin, ACC's director of product marketing. "The U interface offers users the ability to cut network equipment costs while expanding into the ISDN market at a price/performance that is going to be hard to beat."

Versatility in Application

The Yukon with U interface can be ordered with two different software packages. Yukon IP includes true network-level routing of TCP/IP, along with concurrent 802.1D bridging. This software package is appropriate for users interested in Internet access, or IP-centric applications. A second package supports network-level TCP/IP and Novell IPX routing with concurrent bridging. This model is appropriate for the small office environment where Novell Netware is the dominant OS.

Bandwidth Optimization Provides Maximum Performance

Yukon supports ACC's exclusive Bandwidth Optimization features at no additional charge. These features include Data Compression, Express Queuing, and advanced dialing techniques. Data Compression increases the amount of information sent over the ISDN link by a factor of 4:1. This means faster data transfers and faster Internet Web access, all resulting in less connect time. Express Queuing provides automatic dynamic allocation of available bandwidth on a per session basis, yielding predictable network response times. Dial on Demand initiates calls only when there is actual data to be transferred. Most importantly, these Bandwidth Optimization features can be used together to provide maximum performance when accessing corporate databases or surfing the Internet while achieving maximum savings.

Pricing and Availability

Yukon IP and Yukon IP/IPX, both with U interface, are available for immediate shipment.

About ACC

ACC is a leading manufacturer of network access products that provide cost-effective solutions for the home, office, and enterprise. ACC leads the industry in the development of Bandwidth Optimization technologies to maximize the utilization of leased lines and switched services. ACC's products are sold worldwide through 80 leading international VARs and OEMs serving corporate and business customers, educational institutions, health care, retail establishments, governments, and PTTs.

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Acer Aspire Innovations'96 Honors at CES
ACER ASPIRE RECEIVES INNOVATIONS `96 HONORS AT WINTER CONSUMER ELECTRONICS SHOW

ASPIRE CONTINUES TO WIN ACCOLADES FOR BEST MULTIMEDIA COMPUTER

LAS VEGAS, NV, JAN. 5, 1996 -- Acer America Corporation, the nation's eighth largest computer manufacturer, today announced its line of Aspire PCs is the winner of the Innovations `96 award for best multimedia computer at the 1996 Winter Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.

Announced in early September, Aspire is the first computer designed and developed specifically for the American home PC market. Aspire's sleek and aesthetically appealing design and ease of use features resemble the look and feel of other consumer electronic devices. In addition, the Aspire's innovative charcoal and emerald colors complement any home decor. Aspire also includes all of the latest in computing technology such as IntelO Pentium processors, Microsoft Windows 95, large capacity hard drives, quad-speed CD-ROM drives, integrated microphone and speakers, voice activation of its 50 pre- loaded software titles, and an easy-to-use user interface called the Acer Computer Explorer (ACE). The Aspire offers technology, performance, and the best warranty at affordable prices.

Endorsed by the Industrial Designers Society of America, Innovations is the most recognized awards program in the consumer electronics industry and is sponsored and produced by the Consumer Electronics Manufacturers Association (CEMA), a sector of the Electronic Industries Association (EIA). Each year, members of the trade press, engineers, and industrial designers evaluate the best products in electronic hardware and software consumer design and engineering. The Design and Engineering Honors Program recognizes a broad range of hardware categories including multimedia computers, lifestyle electronics, and audio/video products and the Innovations Software Showcase honors the most innovative new software products.

In addition to being recognized by Innovations 96, Aspire has also received accolades from other notable organizations and publications. The Aspire was a finalist in the PC Magazine 1995 Awards for Technical Excellence in the category of Design, and won Best Desktop from Computer Retail Week. Andy Pargh, Gadget Guru syndicated columnist and NBC TV/Today Show computer expert, gave the Aspire one of his product awards for first time users and the hot computer for Christmas. Finally, International Data Corporation's (IDC) director or branding research, Richard Zwetchkenbaum, called Aspire "the hottest story of the season."

ACER AMERICA CORPORATION

Acer America Corporation (http://www.acer.com/aac/), headquartered in San Jose, Calif., designs and manufacturers a broad range of computer systems and peripherals. Award-winning product offerings include AcerNote notebooks, AcerPower and AcerEntra desktop computers, the AcerAltos line of open servers, AcerView monitors, and the recently introduced Acer Aspire for the home. The Acer Computer Explorer and Out of Box Experience demonstrate Acer's commitment to make PCs as easy to use as other consumer products. Acer America, a member of the Acer Group, posted revenues of $932 million for the first three quarters of 1995.


New Dimond Developer Relations Program
COMPREHENSIVE NEW DEVELOPER RELATIONS PROGRAM FROM DIAMOND MULTIMEDIA

More Than 500 Developers Have Joined To Date

SAN JOSE, Calif., January 8, 1996 -- Diamond Multimedia (Nasdaq: DIMD), a leading developer and marketer of visual computing and multimedia connectivity solutions for personal computers, today announced a new, multi-tiered developer relations program designed to give independent software and hardware vendors a broad range of tools and support for creating Diamond-compatible products. Currently more than 500 game and software developers have signed up, including leading game developers such as Interplay, Electronic Arts/Origin, Activision and Sega as well as peripheral developers including Thrustmaster and Stereographics. Companies interested in learning more about Diamond's new developer relations program can call 408-325-7480, or send an E-mail to developer@diamondmm.com.

"As Diamond continues to expand its broad line of multimedia products, we recognize the importance of Diamond-compatible software and hardware to our customers," said Ken Comstock, director of Diamond's games platform marketing group. "With our new developer relations program, our goal is to provide the development community with fast, reliable support for creating the highest-quality games, entertainment and business products available. This, in turn, gives our customers increased confidence in the Diamond brand name."

Through its new developer relations programs, Diamond plans to offer complete services for hardware as well as software manufactures, giving top developers access to selected Diamond-proprietary information and creating an intensive "electronic forum" designed to decrease the cost and time associated with gaining advanced support from Diamond.

"Diamond intends to set the industry benchmark in multimedia developer support," said Gary D. Kinsey, developer relations manager for Diamond. "We have worked closely with the development community to design a comprehensive, developer-friendly program."

Diamond's New Three-Tier Developer Relations Program

Diamond's developer relations program provides a multitude of new services as well as co-marketing opportunities that will assist in gaining maximum exposure for "Diamond-compatible" products. The new program is structured with three levels of participation: "Solitaire," "Marquis" and "Clarity." This approach enables everyone from hobbyists to high-end vertical market developers to take advantage of Diamond's new services.

Solitaire

The Diamond Solitaire program, designed for individual hobbyists, computer consultants, small corporate MIS managers and independent value added resellers (VARs), is available free of charge and gives members access to Diamond's developer relations quarterly CD-ROM newsletter and electronic developer assistance. In addition, Solitaire members receive software developer kits, evaluation units and access to Diamond conferences, developer kitchens and focus groups for additional fees.

Marquis

The Diamond Marquis program is geared to systems integrators, kiosk developers and smaller software and hardware development companies for an annual fee of $950. It provides all Solitaire services, plus offers up to four individual members, known as "seats," per company with free software developer kits including updates, special hardware purchase discounts, additional discounts on evaluation units, free admission to regional conferences, and access to Diamond's vast electronic forum.

Clarity

The Diamond Clarity provides the optimum level of service to all hardware and software developers for an annual fee of $1850. Clarity plan members receive complimentary admission to all Diamond developer conferences, priority invitations to developer kitchens and focus groups, free hardware evaluation units, automatic enrollment in beta test programs and both on- and off-site programming assistance. In addition, "Clarity" members receive priority response to their programming and technical issues and are assigned an "evangelist" from Diamond who has account responsibility for all development and co-marketing issues.

Diamond Clarity members receive four free "seat" licenses and receive two hardware suites consisting of the most popular configurations of Diamond hardware, including Diamond's top-of-the-line telecommunications products. Members will be assigned an FTP site within Diamond where they can instantly obtain driver updates, software development kit updates and post information for assistance in debugging of members' software products. Additional "seat" licenses are available for an annual fee of $300.

Additionally, Clarity members can participate in all Diamond co-marketing programs, including priority selection in the award of OEM bundling contracts, access to Diamond's end-user database, co-op direct mail campaigns, and inclusion on in-box demo CDs.

Diamond Multimedia

Diamond Multimedia designs and markets high-performance multimedia solutions for the PC and Macintosh markets. Products include Stealth graphics and multimedia accelerators, EDGE 3D animation accelerators and Supra fax/modems. Diamond also markets sound cards, audio/telephony subsystems, Internet kits and multimedia upgrade kits. Headquartered in San Jose, CA, Diamond has marketing and technical support facilities in Vancouver (WA), Tokyo, Munich, Paris and Slough (U.K.). Diamond's products are sold through regional, national and international distributors as well as to major computer retailers, mass merchants and OEMs worldwide. Diamond's common stock is traded on the Nasdaq National Market under the symbol DIMD.

How to Contact Diamond Multimedia

There are many ways to reach Diamond for sales support, technical assistance, driver updates and general information:

The Main Phone Number: 408-325-7000; Fax: 408-325-7070

Supra Communications Division Main Phone Number: 360-604-1400; Fax: 360-604-1401

SPEA Division Main Phone Number (Germany): +49-8151-2660

Product Support: 408-325-7100; Supra: 1-800-774-4965

For information on Diamond products: 1-800-468-5846; Supra: 1-800- 727-8772

24-Hour Fax On Demand Service: 1-800-380-0030; Supra 541-967-0072

America Online (Keyword: DIAMOND; Supra Keyword: SUPRACORP2)

CompuServe (GO DMNDONLINE or GO GRAPHBVEN) [75300,3673]; Supra: (GO SUPRA); SPEA (GO SPEA)

Microsoft Network: Find DIAMOND

FTP site: ftp.diamondmm.com, or Supra: ftp.supra.com

Internet Web site: http://www.diamondmm.com or Supra: http://www.supra.com

BBS numbers at 408-325-7080 (to 14.4 baud) or 408-325-7175 (to 28.8 baud)

Supra BBS: 541-967-2444

SPEA BBS at +49-8151-266241 (to 14.4 baud) or +49-8151-12921 (to 28.8 baud) or +49-8151-78001 (ISDN)


Multiproc. Support for Adobe After Effects
Adobe Systems and DayStar Digital Announce Multiprocessor Support for Adobe After Effects

DayStar Genesis Multiprocessor Workstation Boosts Performance of Adobe After Effects

MACWORLD EXPO, San Francisco (January 9, 1996) -- Adobe Systems Incorporated (NASDAQ: ADBE) and DayStar Digital, Inc. today announced multiprocessor support for the Adobe After Effects 3.0 for Macintosh on DayStar's Genesis MP. DayStar is the creator of Genesis MP, the first Macintosh OS-based multiprocessor system. Adobe Systems is the maker of Adobe After Effects, a high-quality compositing, 2D animation and special effects program used by broadcast, film and multimedia professionals. Adobe will be in booth #1229 and DayStar in booth #1429 at the Moscone Convention Center this week.

DayStar's Genesis MP Plug-in Accelerator will accelerate a variety of core functions inside of Adobe After Effects by 200 percent to 300 percent when the application is running on a 4-processor Genesis MP. These functions include frame compositing, anti-aliasing, interframe motion blurring, scaling, rotating, transparency, blending and many plug-in effects.

The Genesis MP Plug-in Accelerator is available exclusively from DayStar. It is bundled with all Genesis MP workstations or can be downloaded free of charge from DayStar's worldwide web site @ http://www.daystar.com/.

"Deadlines are forever looming," said Rob Burton, the digital production supervisor at Dream Quest, an Academy Award- and Emmy-Award winning post-production visual effects studio in Simi Valley, California. "The success from effects that we have done for films such as Crimson Tide, The Abyss and Total Recall has increased our presence in the television industry. But there, deadlines come quicker. Adobe After Effects has made it possible for us to be competitive in television. The speed gains that we have seen with Adobe After Effects on Genesis MP will ensure that we stay competitive."For more information please contact Patricia J. Pane, Adobe 415 962.2967 Fax 415 962.2930 ppane@adobe.com http://www.adobe.com/ or Ted Cheney, DayStar 770 967-2077, ext. 291 Macworld Expo Booth 1429

"In the demanding professional production environment, deadlines are counted in seconds, not hours," said Keith Zentner, product marketing manager for Adobe After Effects. "Anything that makes our users more productive is a boon, and we are committed to working with DayStar to add even more robust MP support to boost performance in future versions of Adobe After Effects." DayStar Digital, Inc. develops, manufactures, and markets high performance MacOS-based work-stations for professionals engaged in media publishing. Additionally, DayStar offers a full line of performance upgrade products for Apple Macintosh computers. DayStar Digital, Inc., is head-quartered in Flowery Branch, Georgia,40 minutes north of Atlanta.

DayStar maintains a Home Page on the World Wide Web at http://www.daystar.com/. Contact DayStar Marketing via email at: marketing@daystar.com. DayStar currently manufactures Genesis MP, PowerPro 601, PowerCard 601, Turbo 601, Universal Turbo 040, and Universal PowerCache families of products.

Adobe Systems Incorporated, founded in 1982, is headquartered in Mountain View, California. Adobe develops, markets and supports computer software products and technologies that enable users to create, display, print and communicate electronic documents. The company licenses its technology to major computer, printing and publishing suppliers, and markets a line of applications software and type products for authoring visually rich documents. Additionally, the company markets a line of powerful, but easy to use, products for home and small business users. Adobe has subsidiaries in Europe and the Pacific Rim serving a worldwide network of dealers and distributors. Adobe's 1994 revenue was approximately $598 million.Page 2 of 2 Adobe Systems and DayStar


Adobe Premiere Bundled with Media 100 qx PCI
Adobe Systems Announces Agreement to Bundle Adobe Premiere with Data Translation's New Media 100 qx Digital Video Engine

Adobe Premiere 4.2 and Media 100 qx Combine to Offer Superior Image and Audio Quality In an Open QuickTime Environment

MACWORLD EXPO, San Francisco (January 9, 1996) (Nasdaq: ADBE) -- Adobe Systems Incorporated today announced that it is working with Data Translation's Multimedia Group and Apple Computer, Inc. to provide video professionals with a high-performance, PCI-based, open QuickTime digital editing solution on the Macintosh. By pairing Adobe Premiere 4.2 for Macintosh and Power Macintosh with Multimedia Group's new Media 100 qx PCI QuickTime board, users will have access to the leading non-linear digital video editing software, coupled with superior image and audio quality and the latest advances in Vincent digital video engine technology. The solution is being shown this week here at Macworld Expo in Adobe's booth, #1229, and at Data Translation's booth, #3648, Moscone Convention Center.

"Adobe Premiere has long been the standard in QuickTime-based video editing software," said John Molinari, general manager of Multimedia Group. "The pairing of such a highly regarded product with Media 100 is an exciting solution for anyone interested in creating high-quality videos easily and affordably. Before Media 100 qx, only one out of 10 aspiring videomakers could afford a broadcast-quality digital video system. Media 100 qx wascreated for those other nine people."

Adobe Premiere is a powerful digital video editing program that enables users to easily combine video, audio, animation, still images and graphics to create movies on the desktop for output to video or for multimedia presentations. Adobe Premiere software is used in commercial videos, corporate communication training programs, production of multimedia titles and off-line editing for the broadcast community.

The Media 100 qx PCI board is the same Vincent digital video engine used in the Media 100, complete with its established Media 100 image and audio quality, now running in an open QuickTime environment.For more information please contact Patricia J. Pane 415 962.2967 Fax 415 962.2930 ppane@adobe.com http://www.adobe.com/

"We are delighted to be teaming up with Data Translation's Multimedia Group to deliver a very powerful, high-performance, open solution for digital editing on the Macintosh," said Joyce Chung, Adobe's senior product marketing manager for Adobe Premiere. "Users of Adobe Premiere will now be able to take advantage of the established quality of the Media 100 technology at a fraction of the cost of turnkey systems while working in the open QuickTime environment."

The Media 100 qx also supports QuickTime files created using Adobe After Effects 3.0, Adobe's award-winning compositing, 2D animation and special effects tool for video and film. Using Adobe Premiere and Adobe After Effects in concert with the Media 100 qx provides a powerful and cost-effective video editing and compositing solution for the desktop. For more information about Adobe's video applications, please call 800-628-2320.

The Media 100 qx is scheduled to be available in the first quarter of 1996 fromData Translation's Multimedia Group at the suggested retail price of $4,987. For more information, please contact Multimedia Group at (508) 460-1600.

Multimedia Group, makers of Media 100, is a business unit of DataTranslation, Inc., the world leader in the design, manufacture and marketing of hardware and software for data and image processing. Headquartered in Marlboro, Mass., Data Translation's common stock is traded on the NASDAQ market under the symbol DATX.

Adobe Systems Incorporated, founded in 1982, is headquartered in Mountain View, California. Adobe develops, markets and supports computer software products and technologies that enable users to create, display, print and communicate electronic documents. The company licenses its technology to major computer, printing and publishing suppliers, and markets a line of applications software and type products for authoring visually rich documents. Additionally, the company markets a line of powerful, but easy to use, products for home and small business users. Adobe has subsidiaries in Europe and the Pacific Rim serving a worldwide network of dealers and distributors. Adobe's 1994 revenue was approximately $598 million.


PowerMac 8500 + Adobe Premiere/After Effects
Adobe Systems and Apple Announce the Video Publishing Solution for the Desktop Video Market Select Power Macintosh 8500 Systems to Ship Bundled with Adobe Premiere and After Effects Software; Customer Savings of More Than $1,000

MACWORLD EXPO, San Francisco (January 9, 1996) -- Building on both companies strengths in the area of video and image editing solutions, Adobe Systems Incorporated (Nasdaq: ADBE) and Apple Computer, Inc. have announced a limited edition of Power Macintosh 8500 systems which will come bundled with Adobe Premiere and After Effects, currently two of the leading performing video and special effects solutions available on the market.

The "Apple and Adobe Video Publishing Solution" includes a native Power Macintosh version of Adobe Premiere 4.2, Adobe After Effects 3.0 and a Power Macintosh 8500 with 16MB of RAM, a 2GB hard drive and a quad speed CD-ROM. This limited edition bundle is expected to have an estimated street price starting at around $4,799--a savings of more than $1,000 if purchased separately--and expected to become available on January 26, 1996.

Adobe After Effects is a high-quality compositing, 2D animation and special effects program used by broadcast, film and multimedia professionals. Adobe Premiere is a powerful digital video editing program that enables users to easily combine video, audio, animation, still images and graphics to create movies on the desktop for output to video or for multimedia presentations.

"More and more, desktop publishers and multimedia content developers need to incorporate video and make their 2D and 3D images 'come alive'--so Apple and Adobe have responded by providing the most powerful, effective and unique tools for their needs," said Mike Dionne, senior vice president of Apple America's Business Markets. "Adobe Premiere and After Effects--which have been optimized for Power Macintosh--combined with the price/performance of the feature-rich Power Macintosh 8500 computer and the easy-to-use Mac OS are powerful and unprecedented tools that the desktop video market demands."

"This bundle is just one more example of Apple and Adobe's commitment to developing solutions that make it easier for our customers to create visually rich information," said John Kunze, vice president of Adobe graphics and publishing products. "The performance of the Power Macintosh provides Adobe Premiere and After Effects users with the necessary power to fulfill their demanding video editing and output requirements. Our software running on the Power Macintosh platform is a leading solution for the desktop video market."

The bundle promotion is expected to run from January 26, 1996 through March 31, 1996. Pricing and availability may vary outside the U.S. Customers can locate a nearby Apple authorized reseller by calling (800) 538-9696.

Adobe Systems Incorporated, founded in 1982, is headquartered in Mountain View, California. Adobe develops, markets and supports computer software products and technologies that enable users to create, display, print and communicate electronic documents. The company licenses its technology to major computer, printing, and publishing suppliers, and markets a line of applications software and type products for authoring visually rich documents. Additionally, the company mar-kets a line of powerful, but easy to use, products for home and small business users. Adobe has subsidiaries in Europe and the Pacific Rim serving a worldwide network of dealers and distributors. Adobe's 1994 revenue was approximately $598 million.

Apple Computer, Inc., a recognized pioneer and innovator in the information industry, creates powerful solutions based on easy-to-use personal computers, servers, peripherals, software, on-line services, and personal digital assistants. Headquartered in Cupertino, California, Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) develops, manufactures, licenses and markets products, technologies and services for the business, education, consumer, scientific, engineering and government markets in more than 140 countries.


Adobe Illustrator Conference in New Orleans
Thunder Lizard Productions to Hold Second Conference on Adobe Illustrator in New Orleans

Sessions to Feature Expert Tips on Adobe Illustrator 6.0 for Macintosh and Power Macintosh

MACWORLD EXPO, San Francisco, Calif. (January 9, 1996) (Nasdaq: ADBE) -- Adobe Systems Incorporated today announced that Thunder Lizard Productions, based in Seattle, Wash., will hold its second conference on the Adobe Illustrator program February 14-18, 1996, at the New Orleans Marriott. The spring conference will focus on the newly released Version 6.0 of Adobe Illustrator for Macintosh and highlight its new features and functions, including integration with other leading applications from Adobe such as Adobe Photoshop and Adobe PageMaker software.

Sessions will be conducted by expert users of the world's leading illustration and design program, all convening in one location to offer in-depth courses on a broad range of topics. Attendees will be able to design their own curriculum, based on their expertise and interest, by choosing from seminars on advanced text-handling techniques, fundamentals in color and separations scanning. Conferees will have breakfast with experts from Adobe one day and with, the plug-in developers Cytopia Software the next. They can also learn creative techniques from award-winning artist Ron Chan.

Sean McKenna, Adobe's senior product marketing manager for Adobe Illustrator will deliver the keynote address on the future of Adobe Illustrator. His presentation will be followed by a session on Essential Illustrator Tips and Tricks. Other sessions will be given by Deke McClelland, host of television's Digital Gurus; Ted Alspach, author of the Macworld Illustrator Bible and Illustrator Filter Finesse, Brad and Tom Neal,founders of Thomas-Bradley Illustration & Design, and Sharon Steuer, painter and illustrator and author of The Illustrator Wow! Book.

"In preparing The Illustrator Wow! Book, I discovered that every professional artist using Adobe Illustrator has developed unique ways of working and discovered dozens of time-saving tips," said Sharon Steuer, painter and illustrator, and contibuting editor to Computer Artist, of Bethany, Conn.

"Now with the second Adobe Illustrator conference, conferees will be able to learn many of these techniques, while learning about the new features of Version 6.0. This conference is not only agolden opportunity for participants, but is destined to be a masters' class for the instructors!" "After the great response to our first-ever Illustrator ConferenceSan Diego last October, we are excited about bringing the same level of talent to our New Orleans event," said Steve Roth, cofounder of Thunder Lizard. "This conference promises to deliver the same expertise to even more users of Adobe Illustrator."

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Illustrator is the industry's leading illustration and page design tool, offering users unlimited creative options and unsurpassed precision. Users can create, manipulate and refine artwork with advanced features for editing, text handling, color support and more. Version 6.0 for Macintosh offers a slew of new features and functions, including enhanced image-handling capabilities such as TIFF import, built-in production features, Drag & Drop to Adobe Photoshop and Adobe PageMill and much, much more.

Thunder Lizard's Adobe Illustrator Conference, New Orleans For more information about Thunder Lizard Production's Adobe Illustrator Conference in New Orleans, please contact Thunder Lizard Productions by phone at (206) 285-0305 or (800) 221-3806 or by fax at (206) 285-0308.

Adobe Systems Incorporated, founded in 1982, is headquartered in Mountain View, California. Adobe develops, markets and supports computer software products and technologies that enable users to create, display, print and communicate electronic documents. The company licenses its technology to major computer, printing and publishing suppliers, and markets a line of applications software and type products for authoring visually rich documents. Additionally, the company markets a line of powerful, but easy to use, products for home and small business users. Adobe has subsidiaries in Europe and the Pacific Rim serving a worldwide network of dealers and distributors. Adobe's 1994 revenue was approximately $598 million.


PhotoDeluxe & Epson Action Scanning System
Adobe Systems and Epson Announce a Low-Cost Image-Editing Solution for Consumers

Bundle Features Adobe PhotoDeluxe Software and Epson Action Scanning System II

MACWORLD EXPO, San Francisco (January 9, 1995)(Nasdaq: ADBE) -- Adobe Systems Incorporated and Epson America Inc. today announced an agreement to bundle Adobe PhotoDeluxe software for Macintosh with Epson's new low-end Macintosh scanner, the Epson Action Scanning System II, here at Macworld Expo. Under the terms of the agreement, Adobe PhotoDeluxe software for personalizing, modifying and enhancing photographs will be included with the Epson Action Scanning System II compact 24-bit color flatbed scanner. Adobe PhotoDeluxe software provides an easy-to-use interface for importing photos from a scanner and guided activities for adding them to calendars, cards and other creative projects. The bundle will provide home and small office users with an easy-to-use, high-quality image-editing solution for less than $500.

The scanning system bundle is expected to be available this month from major retail outlets that carry Epson products. The estimated street price is $499, a savings of $129--the suggested retail price of Adobe PhotoDeluxe. Users can see a demonstration of Adobe PhotoDeluxe at Adobe's booth #1229 at Macworld Expo, Moscone Convention; the Epson Action Scanning System II can be seen at the Epson booth #2007.

"With the availability of powerful, yet affordable input devices such as the Epson Action Scanning System II and Adobe PhotoDeluxe software, there is now a complete digital solution for the consumer market," said Bruce Chizen, vice president, Adobe consumer products group. "Adobe will continue to ally itself with leading hardware companies such as Epson to ensure that digital editing becomes even more accessible to home and small office users."

Adobe PhotoDeluxe photo-creativity software makes it easy to modify, personalize and enhance photographs by offering an easy-to-use interface and dozens of built-in templates and guided projects. Photo activities range from incorporating photographs in greeting cards and calendars, to creating photo collages and removing the unwanted "red eye" effect. Adobe PhotoDeluxe provides users two modes of working in the program: Guided Activities and On Your Own. In either mode, the user interface visually guides both novice and expert users through each step of the photo modification and enhancement process.

The Epson Action Scanning System II is geared toward first-time scanner users seeking a complete, easily-configured scanning system, including software and cables, and is designed to be up and running in minutes. Maximum resolution of the 24-bit Epson Action Scanning System II is 2400 x 2400 dpi (interpolated). Epson provides a one year warranty and lifetime toll-free technical support with the scanner.

In addition, the Action Scanning System II's Text Enhancement Technology (TET) adds to overall ease-of- use and text-scanning accuracy. This technology, which is exclusive to Epson scanners, provides greater OCR (optical character recognition) accuracy and makes it possible to scan and edit text from pages with colored backgrounds.

"Adobe PhotoDeluxe makes it easier than ever to put pictures into all kinds of documents. Plus, the software integrates the scanning process so that the average user can easily understand and start using this technology right away," said Jim Sutton, product manager, scanners, Epson America Inc. "Adobe PhotoDeluxe and the Epson Action Scanning System II are a perfect solution for first time scanner users. This bundle combines powerful, yet easy-to-use software and hardware for novices who want to stretch their creativity and effectiveness."

Adobe PhotoDeluxe is the first product from Adobe's consumer product line that brings the company's professional graphics technology to consumers with an innovative user interface and refined feature set. The Adobe consumer group's new Adobe For You product line offers easy-to-use drawing and painting, desktop publishing and photo creativity software for the home and small business.

Adobe Systems Incorporated, founded in 1982, is headquartered in Mountain View, California. Adobe develops, markets and supports computer software products and technologies that enable users to create, display, print and communicate electronic documents. The company licenses its technology to major computer, printing and publishing suppliers, and markets a line of applications software and type products for authoring visually rich documents. Additionally, the company markets the Adobe For You line of consumer products geared toward home and small business users. Adobe has subsidiaries in Europe and the Pacific Rim serving a worldwide network of dealers and distributors. Adobe's 1994 revenue was approximately $598 million.

Epson offers an extensive array of technology products, including ink jet, laser and dot matrix printers, scanners, portable and desktop computers, and for the OEM market, a variety of component and electronic devices. Founded in 1975, Epson America, Inc. is an affiliate of Seiko Epson Corporation, a global manufacturer and supplier of high-quality technology products that meet customer demands for increased functionality, compactness, systems integration and energy efficiency. Epson America, Inc. is headquartered in Torrance, Calif.


Adobe HomePublisher Now PowerMac Native
Consumer Desktop Publishing Program Adobe HomePublisher Now Power Macintosh Native

New Version of Award-Winning Software Comes with More Clip-Art Images, Specialty Paper And Variety of Typefaces for Use in Home Desktop Publishing

MACWORLD EXPO, San Francisco (January 9, 1996) (Nasdaq: ADBE) -- Adobe Systems Incorporated today announced Adobe HomePublisher Version 2.1, a new native Power Macintosh version of its award-winning desktop publishing software for the consumer market, here at Macworld Expo. Adobe HomePublisher 2.1 Deluxe CD-ROM now offers native support for Power Macintosh systems improving the program's overall performance and includes a variety of new clip art images, typefaces and specialty papers. Version 2.1 for Macintosh and Power Macintosh is available immediately with an estimated street price of $49, or $19.99 when updating from Version 2.0. The product can be viewed this week at Macworld Expo in Adobe's booth #1229, Moscone Convention Center, or purchased from any Adobe Reseller and by calling Adobe direct at 1-800-888-6293.

The Adobe HomePublisher Version 2.1 Deluxe CD-ROM now comes with more than 2,000 black-and-white and color clip-art images, including several high-quality, color pieces suitable for greeting cards from the Woodriver Gallery collection. These images can be searched, viewed and catalogued using the Adobe Fetch Browser software which is also included on the CD-ROM. In addition, Adobe HomePublisher 2.1 comes with 12 new fonts from Image Club, including a variety of display, text and script faces, designer paper from Montage for adding a professional look to documents, Adobe Type Manager (ATM) font rasterizing software and the Adobe Acrobat Reader for accessing documenta-tion in the Adobe Portable Document Format (PDF).

Adobe HomePublisher Makes Powerful Desktop Publishing Easy

Adobe HomePublisher offers a complete publishing solution for creating professional-looking documents for the home and office. The program includes more than 50 AutoCreate templates for laying out fliers, brochures, labels, calendars, business cards, newsletters and more. These "intelligent" templates enable users to automatically assemble ready-to-print documents in minutes.

"Adobe HomePublisher has been a big help in successfully getting my company off the ground," said Pat McElwee, founder of Life Space Concepts in Ithaca, New York, a consulting firm specializing in life care decisions for the elderly. "I often use the AutoCreate templates in HomePublisher to quickly select and create the type of document I want. Then, I can print out just the amount I need, without having to place a large order from a commercial printer."

Adobe HomePublisher simplifies the process of designing personal or business projects by automating several features and providing easy-to-use controls for formatting. The AutoFlow feature automatically adds pages to accommodate the length of any placed text. The program's enhanced Text Ruler provides improved access to text formatting options such as font, style and size. And, the preview feature gives interactive and visual feedback to allow for perfect documents every time.

In addition, Adobe HomePublisher features a fully integrated word processor with built-in spell check, thesaurus and search-and-replace tools. Plus, the program's powerful color and graphics controls allow users to easily work with QuickTime movies, spot colors and scanned images within their documents.

"Using Adobe HomePublisher and my home printer, I can easily and inexpensively create custom-ized business cards, brochures, envelopes and letters that introduce my services to a potential client," said McElwee. "The documents look great, and they don't cost a fortune. Adobe HomePublisher is a valuable, easy-to-use tool that has been ideal for my small business publishing needs."

System Requirements

The recommended system for Adobe HomePublisher 2.1 Deluxe CD-ROM for Macintosh and Power Macintosh include: a Macintosh with a 68030 or greater processor, including Power Macintosh; Apple System Software version 7.0 or later; 8 MB of RAM; a color monitor, and a CD-ROM player. Adobe HomePublisher is compatible with any high-resolution, black-and-white and color QuickDraw and PostScript printers.

Adobe Systems Incorporated, founded in 1982, is headquartered in Mountain View, California. Adobe develops, markets and supports computer software products and technologies that enable users to create, display, print and communicate electronic documents. The company licenses its technology to major computer, printing and publishing suppliers, and markets a line of applications software and type products for authoring visually rich documents. Additionally, the company mar-kets a line of powerful, but easy to use, products for home and small business users. Adobe has subsidiaries in Europe and the Pacific Rim serving a worldwide network of dealers and distributors. Adobe's 1994 revenue was approximately $598 million.


Adobe SiteMill Mac Web Management Software
Adobe Announces Availability of Adobe SiteMill Web Management Software

Mountain View, Calif., (January 8, 1996) (Nasdaq:ADBE) -- Adobe Systems Incorporated today announced the pricing and availability of Adobe SiteMill Web site management software for Macintosh . With a suggested retail price of $595, Adobe SiteMill is expected to be generally available from Adobe authorized dealers, mail-order catalogs and the Adobe World Wide Web server (http://www.adobe.com/) by the end of January, 1996. Registered customers of Adobe PageMill Web authoring software for Macintosh can upgrade to Adobe SiteMill for $299.

Maintaining links in a Web site, a process commonly performed manually by Webmasters, is one of the most tedious and error-prone site management chores. Adobe SiteMill software helps Webmasters become more efficient by automating the process of checking for and correcting broken links. In addition, Adobe SiteMill includes the easy-to-use, WYSIWYG authoring capabilities of Adobe PageMill, as well as a large collection of clip art and ready-to-use images for Web publishing.

"Adobe SiteMill has made World Wide Web creation and management astonishingly easy and fast to learn," said Turtle Heart, founder of the American Indian Computer Art project, a World Wide Web site about Native American culture and art. "I have a pretty layered site. With Adobe SiteMill, I was inside the management and comprehension of my site at another level within moments --my site is much more directly organized now."

In a related announcement, Adobe disclosed that the suggested retail price for Adobe PageMill software will be $149 as of February 1, 1996. A special introductory price of $99 for Adobe PageMill will continue to be in effect until January 31, 1996.

Automated Site Management

Adobe SiteMill displays all site resources including pages, images, directories, scripts, Adobe Portable Document Format (PDF) files and other files. Users can paste links, rename files, or move files between folders and Adobe SiteMill software will automatically repair all links so that

Adobe SiteMill software can also screen preexisting Web sites for errors. The Error view shows all dangling links and allows for an easy , one-step correction. Users simply drag the correct file over the error and all incorrect references are fixed. With the External References view, Adobe SiteMill conveniently displays all links to pages outside of the original Web site. The External References view makes updating external references all across a site very simple. Links to an external site can be created by dragging the reference from the External References view into any page.

Adobe SiteMill includes all the powerful Web page authoring features found in Adobe PageMill web authoring software, including what-you-see-is-what-you-get (WYSIWYG) Web page editing, integrated image manipulation and format conversion. The program tightly integrates the Site view and the Page Editing view, allowing users to create new links by simply dragging a file or an image icon from the Site view into the Page view. Neither the uniform resource locator (URL) link addressing scheme or the page pathname syntax is needed.

System Requirements

Adobe SiteMill software requires a Macintosh or Power Macintosh running System 7.1 or later, 3.5 megabytes (MB) of unused RAM, 5 MB of unused hard disk space, and a 4-bit display or higher. Dragging and dropping between Adobe SiteMill and other applications requires System 7 Pro or later. In addition to Adobe authorized dealers and mail-order catalogs, Adobe SiteMill software will also be available for purchase on the Adobe World Wide Web server (http://www.adobe.com/), and will include electronic versions of all documentation. Customers interested in purchasing Adobe SiteMill via Internet distribution can all 800-411-8657 for more information.they point to the correct location. Each resource is referenced with pop-up menus that display inbound and outbound links for easy site navigation. The Site view also flags unreachable or unused resources that can be linked quickly by dragging a page icon from the Site view into a Page view.

Adobe Systems Incorporated, founded in 1982, is headquartered in Mountain View, California. Adobe develops, markets and supports computer software products and technologies that enable users to create, display, print and communicate electronic documents. The company licenses its technology to major computer, printing and publishing suppliers, and markets a line of applications software and type products for authoring visually rich documents. Additionally, the company markets a line of powerful, but easy-to-use products for home and small business users. Adobe has subsidiaries in Europe, Asia and the Pacific Rim serving a worldwide network of dealers and distributors. Adobe's 1994 revenue was approximately $598 million.


Adaptec UltraSCSI for PCI PowerMac
Adaptec Expands UltraSCSI Product Family For The PCI Power Macintosh

MULTICHANNEL PCI-ULTRASCSI ACCELERATOR MEETS NEEDS OF HIGH SPEED I/O STORAGE AND RAID ARRAY DEVICES

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIF., January 9, 1995 -- Adaptec Inc.(NASDAQ:ADPT) today announced the PowerDomain 3940 Ultra Wide multichannel PCI-UltraSCSI accelerator. Designed for high-end I/O performance, the $549 accelerator offers complete backward compatibility with any combination of SCSI devices. It utilizes the newest generation of the SCSI standard, UltraSCSI, at no additional cost to the end-user.

UltraSCSI doubles the data transfer rate of the PowerDomain 3940UW to 40 MB/sec., for narrow SCSI devices, and provides up to 80 MB/sec., for today's Wide UltraSCSI peripherals. The PowerDomain 3940UW meets the higher I/O bandwidth requirements of data-intensive applications like video editing, pre-press, desktop publishing and multimedia.

Adaptec's other PCI Power Macintosh product is the PowerDomain 2940UW, which retails for $349. Adaptec plans to announce additional PCI-UltraSCSI products for the PCI Power Macintosh later in 1996.

"This announcement demonstrates Adaptec's expanded commitment to the Macintosh platform. We are providing Macintosh users with state of the art, high-performance I/O solutions for the PCI Power Macintosh," said Drew Hoffman, vice president and general manager, entry servers and workstations for Adaptec's Enterprise Computing Group.

The PowerDomain 3940UW uses the Adaptec PhaseEngine RISC processor to provide premium CPU utilization for the PCI Power Macintosh. With its multichannel architecture, the accelerator can simultaneously configureany combination of up to 30 SCSI-1, Fast SCSI, (8- and 16-bit), SCSI-2 and UltraSCSI peripherals.

Adaptec has included two external connectors so connectivity for Macintosh users will be simple and there will be sufficient slots for expansion. The AHA-3940UW is simple to install using PowerDomain Control software that comes with the kit. In addition, users have the option of including Remus and Remus Lite array software from Trillium Research, an Adaptec company that specializes in Macintosh RAID solutions.

"PCI is becoming the bus of choice for demanding Macintosh applications that require high-speed I/O. Multichannel UltraSCSI is the next logical step to improve system performance for the PCI Power Macintosh community," said John Valentine, marketing manager for Macintosh products in Adaptec's Enterprise Computing Group. "We plan to continue providing Macintosh I/O products that are 100% compatible, industry standard SCSI solutions."

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

Adaptec's PowerDomain 3940UW comes with industry standard PCI-to-PCI bridging technology that effectively creates a secondary PCI bus on the SCSI accelerator card that offloads certain I/O functions from the microprocessor and speeds system performance in multiple array applications.

Other features include on board flash memory for easy driver upgrades and support for scatter/gather, disconnect/reconnect and tagged command queuing. The PowerDomain 3940UW supports 255 simultaneous SCSI commands and is SCSI Manager 4.3 compliant. Users can also negotiate high-speed data transfers (Fast, Wide, Ultra) independently with each peripheral device.

KIT AVAILABILITY AND PRICING

The PowerDomain 3940UW will ship to distribution in March 1996. The kit includes a PowerDomain 3940UW accelerator and PowerDomain Control software for system configuration. PowerDomain applications utilities, internal and external SCSI cables and complete documentation are also included. Suggested retail price for the complete kit is $549.

Adaptec, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADPT) designs, manufactures and markets IOware solutions to eliminate performance bottlenecks between microcomputers, networks, and peripherals. Solutions range from simple connectivity products for single-user and small-office desktops, to intelligent subsystem, high-performance SCSI, RAID and ATM products for enterprise-wide computing and networked environments. Adaptec I/O solutions are incorporated into the products of virtually all the major computer and peripheral manufacturers around the world.

Founded in 1981 and headquartered in Milpitas, Calif., Adaptec is a recognized market leader in high-performance I/O technology. Adaptec currently employs approximately 2,000 people, and with its global distribution network, serves customers worldwide. Adaptec's World Wide Web home page address is http://www.adaptec.com.


Adobe Illustrator 6.0 for Mac Ships
Adobe Illustrator 6.0 for Macintosh Ships, Adding Support for TIFF & Adobe Photoshop Plug-ins, Improved Performance and New API

Product Integration Simplifies Web Publishing with Drag & Drop to Adobe PageMill

MACWORLD EXPO, San Francisco (January 9, 1996) (Nasdaq: ADBE) -- Adobe Systems Incorporated today announced the availability of Version 6.0 of Adobe Illustrator  for Macintosh and Power Macintosh, a major upgrade of the industry's leading illustration and design program. Version 6.0 offers significant performance gains as well as a host of new features and functions  from cross-production integration such as Drag & Drop capabilities to and from Adobe Photoshop and Adobe PageMill, to enhanced image handling and built-in color separation features. Adobe Illustrator Version 6.0 also introduces a new, extensible Application Programming Interface (API) that allows users to run Adobe Photoshop-compatible filters and enables third parties to develop plug-in tools and add palettes. Adobe Illustrator 6.0 is being demonstrated this week here at Macworld Expo in Adobe's booth, #1229, Moscone Convention Center.

New Upgrade Pricing

Users of any version of Adobe Illustrator for Macintosh or Macromedia FreeHand may upgrade to the Deluxe CD-ROM-only package of Adobe Illustrator 6.0 for $99. The Deluxe CD-ROM bundles many extras, including additional Adobe software: Adobe Dimensions , Adobe ScreenReady and Volumes 1, 2 & 3 of Adobe Gallery Effects. The total suggested retail value for the Deluxe CD-ROM is $1,440. An upgrade to the floppy diskette package, which includes the Deluxe CD-ROM, retails for $129. Adobe Illustrator 6.0 has a suggested retail price of $595.

Web Publishing Made Easy

The new Drag & Drop capabilities in Adobe Illustrator 6.0 makes it easy to move files from one Adobe application to another and facilitate the creation of beautifully designed Web pages. Users simply drag an Adobe Illustrator program file, complete with images from Adobe Photoshop, and drop it directly into the Adobe PageMill program, Adobe's new Web page authoring software.

New, More Robust API

Adobe Illustrator 6.0 incorporates a new, more powerful API designed to extend product functionality by leveraging the use of plug-ins across Adobe applications. The new plug-in architecture in Adobe Illustrator 6.0 allows users to run Adobe Photoshop-compatible filters and enables third parties to develop plug-ins and add palettes. Among the developers supporting the API are MetaTools, Inc. (formerly HSC Software), BeInfinite, Cytopia, Extensis, Alien Skin, Avenza and Letraset. The new API also supports:

 Existing Adobe Illustrator 5.x plug-ins as well as new plug-ins designed for Version 6.0

 All Adobe Photoshop filters and file formats

 Integration of third-party plug-in filters as interactive palettes and tools within the filter menu

"The new API greatly expands on the capabilities developers can integrate into Adobe applications," said John Wilczak, president and CEO of MetaTools, Carpinteria, Calif. "And the implementation of this API across all Adobe applications helps to ensure that Adobe customers worldwide will have access to MetaTools' plug-in applications, including Kai's Power Tools, KPT Convolver, KPT Vector Effects and KPT Final Effects."

Immediate Performance Gains

"Adobe Illustrator 6.0 ups the ante of professional illustration programs by offering the most complete set of graphical design tools available on any platform. New features like Ink Pen and Path Patterns will revolutionize vector-based graphics; both are incredibly powerful," said Ted Alspach, author of Illustrator Filter Finesse and the Macworld Illustrator 6.0 Bible based in Cave Creek, Arizona.

"One of the most compelling elements of Adobe Illustrator 6.0 is its raw speed, especially when compared to FreeHand 5.5," Alspach said. "In a typical color file, basic PostScript transformations such as moving, rotating, scaling, shearing and reflecting took between 7-10 times as long to do in FreeHand 5.5 as they did in Adobe Illustrator 6.0 on my PowerMac 8100/80. I waited for more than 60 seconds for a 1-inch move to complete in FreeHand; Adobe Illustrator took less than 6 seconds to do the same thing. Even undoing in Adobe Illustrator 6.0 takes far less time. For example, a typical Undo Group took 3 seconds in Adobe Illustrator; that same procedure took 30 seconds to complete in FreeHand."

Summary of New Features

Image-Handling Enhancements

Adobe Illustrator 6.0 introduces a broad range of new feature and functions. The new release provides enhanced image-handling capabilities, including support for TIFF and files from Adobe Photoshop 2.5 or later. Users can now run Adobe Photoshop and compatible filters; import PDF, EPS, PICT 1&2 files and files from Adobe Illustrator 1, 88, 3, 5 & 6. Users can also rasterize Adobe Illustrator artwork to pixel-based images and colorize 1-bit TIFF images.

Cross-Product Integration and Production Features

Version 6.0 adds support for built-in color separation; the ability to interpret any PostScript language file and improved integration with other leading Adobe products, such as Adobe Fetch , the leading vidual database for cataloguing digital media; Adobe Acrobat 2.0; Drag & Drop to Adobe Photoshop 3.0.4 and to Adobe PageMill. Additionally, users can now launch Adobe Illustrator from Adobe PageMaker 6.0 to edit placed EPS files.

New Tools, Filters and Palettes

Adobe Illustrator 6.0 offers many enhancements to tools, filters and palettes. Palettes now snap to each other, to the edges of the screen and to the document window for easier customization of workspace. Key new filters include the Ink Pen for creating organic-looking Hatches with different settings for producing randomized effects; Path Patterns, for placing patterns along paths, is a unique method of creating borders, frames, unique shapes and graphic design elements. The patterns generated are fully editable vector artwork that can be applied to a path, colored, resized and transformed. The Clean Up Artwork filter gives users options for making artwork less messy, and Zig Zag distorts paths by moving them in a pattern perpendicular to selected path(s). Transform Each combines Move Each, Rotate Each and Scale Each into one filter, now accessed from the Arrange menu; Saturate, which combines the Saturate, Saturate More, Desaturate, and Desaturate More filters.

New palettes include the Tools Palette, which contains the Knife, Star, Polygon, Spiral and Twirl tools. Third-party plug-in developers can easily add tools to this palette or create palettes of their own. The Control Palette identifies the location (x,y), the width and height, and the rotation and scaling of the selected object(s). Editing each field will affect the selected objects.The Align Palette combines key features of the Align and Distribute filters into an intuitive palette. The Eyedropper Tool samples colors from within any open document; Arithmetic in Numeric Fields lets users do Addition and Subtraction within any text fields with numbers, and Expand breaks up patterns and gradients into individual objects that can be modified separately and more easily exported to other file formats.

Added Value

In addition to the Adobe Illustrator 6.0 application and many other extras, the Deluxe CD-ROM comes with three bonus Adobe software programs, a value of more than $1,400. They include:

 Adobe Dimensions 2.0, which retails for $199, turns 2D objects into shaded 3D artwork that can be imported into Adobe Illustrator. The program renders as PostScript outlines, allowing infinite resizing and transforming of 3D rendered objects without any loss in quality.

 Adobe ScreenReady, which sells for $199, automatically rasterizes documents and EPS files intended for use in presentations, film, video, animation and CD-ROM authoring. The utility has two compo-nents: a QuickDraw-based, chooser-level driver and a PostScript application. The QuickDraw driver lets users "print" one page or multiple pages directly from programs such as Microsoft Word, Adobe Illustrator or Adobe PageMaker, Macromedia Freehand, or Quark XPress into PICT format.

 Adobe Gallery Effects, Volumes 1, 2 & 3. These Adobe Photoshop-compatible plug-ins can be used directly within Adobe Illustrator to enhance and add special effects to raster images. Each volume has a suggested retail price of $149.

The Deluxe CD-ROM also contains sample Path Patterns in a variety of categories; 300 Adobe Type 1 fonts; new QuickTime movies; hundreds of clip art files; sample files; stock photography; a new Art Gallery, and documentation in PDF format.

System Requirements

Minimum system requirements for Adobe Illustrator 6.0 include a 68K-based Macintosh computer with 4 MB of application RAM or a Power Macintosh with 7 MB of application RAM; System 7.0 or later, a 640x480 or larger display, a hard disk, and either a floppy disk drive or a CD-ROM drive. Adobe recommends 6 MB of application RAM for 68K-based systems and 9 MB of application RAM for Power Macintosh. Requirements for viewing tutorials on the CD-ROM include a CD-ROM drive, QuickTime 2.1 extension (included); 4 MB of application RAM, and a 640x480 or larger color display.

Price and Availability

Adobe Illustrator 6.0 for Macintosh is available from Adobe Authorized Resellers at the suggested retail price of $595. Registered users who purchased Adobe Illustrator 5.5 for Macintosh on or after September 26, 1995, will receive a free CD-ROM upgrade to Version 6.0 with proof of purchase. Registered users who purchased any version of Adobe Illustrator for Macintosh and Power Macintosh prior to September 26, 1995, may upgrade to the CD-ROM-only for $99 (contains everything but the floppy disks). FreeHand users may upgrade to the Deluxe CD-ROM package for $99. A floppy disk-based upgrade, which includes the CD-ROM, costs $129. For more information, call 1-800-521-1976.

Adobe Developers Association

To take advantage of the extensible plug-in interface of Adobe Illustrator 6.0, the Adobe Developers Association plans to release and provide support for an Adobe Illustrator Plug-ins Software Develop-ment Kit. For further information about the ADA, contact the Association at (415) 961-4111 in the United States and Canada, and in Europe call +31-20-65-11-275.

Adobe Systems Incorporated, founded in 1982, is headquartered in Mountain View, California. Adobe develops, markets and supports computer software products and technologies that enable users to create, display, print and communicate electronic documents. The company licenses its technology to major computer, printing and publishing suppliers, and markets a line of applications software and type products for authoring visually rich documents. Additionally, the company markets a line of powerful, but easy to use, products for home and small business users. Adobe has subsidiaries in Europe and the Pacific Rim serving a worldwide network of dealers and distributors. Adobe's 1994 revenue was approximately $598 million.


FORE Delivers Mac PCI Bus ATM Adapter
FORE SYSTEMS DELIVERS MACINTOSH PCI BUS ADAPTER WITH DRIVERS FOR APPLE OPEN TRANSPORT FORERUNNER

PCA-200EMAC ATM ADAPTER ACHIEVES 108 MBPS THROUGHPUT -HIGHEST MACINTOSH PERFORMANCE ATTAINED RUNNING LAN EMULATION

Pittsburgh, PA -January 8, 1996 - FORE Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq:FORE), a worldwide leader in networking products based on asynchronous transfer mode (ATM) technology, today announced the availability of the ForeRunner

PCA-200EMAC PCI Bus ATM adapter card with drivers for Apple Open Transport. The ForeRunner PCA-200EMAC combines the industry's most advanced hardware and software features to provide the highest ATM networking throughput available for Macintosh computers. As with all FORE ATM adapters, the PCA-200EMAC complies with ATM Forum standards, including LAN Emulation 1.0 and UNI 3.0.

"Apple is very pleased to have an industry leader such as FORE Systems as a developer of PCI-based ATM solutions for the Macintosh platform," stated David Singer, ATM development manger, Apple Computer, Inc. "The combination of FORE's advanced ATM technology and Apple's Open Transport will significantly enhance Macintosh users standards based ATM networking performance."

UNPARALLELED PERFORMANCE

Prior to the development of Apple's Open Transport operating system, performance of ATM adapter cards for Macintosh computers was limited to a peak of approximately 4 Mbps due to the AppleTalk and MacTCP protocol stacks. Now, with a ForeRunner PCA-200EMAC adapter running Open Transport, throughput as high as 108 Mbps can be achieved.

The combination of FOREs PCA-200EMAC ATM adapter and Apple's Open Transport gives Macintosh users the speed, quality of service, and scalability available only with ATM technology.

"Using FORE's widely-accepted ATM adapter products, Avid has introduced server and networking products to automate the production and delivery of broadcast news," said Brian Cashman, product line manager of networking products at Avid Technology, Inc. "We believe the new PCA-200EMAC card from FORE will enhance the Macintosh as a network client for both our broadcast and post-production customers."

SUPPORT FOR OPEN TRANSPORT ON NUBUS ADAPTERS

Over a year ago, FORE announced the ForeRunner NBA-200 NuBus ATM adapter with drivers for MacTCP and AppleTalk, the first ATM adapter available for Macintosh computers. FORE is now offering the NBA- 200 ATM adapter with the Open Transport driver as well. Macintosh users implementing Open Transport on NuBus adapters have reported a significant increase in performance.

ADVANCED 200E SERIES ATM ADAPTER ARCHITECTURE

The PCA-200EMAC is the latest addition to the ForeRunner 200E Series ATM adapter card line. This third generation adapter family is based on an elegant four element design: Enhanced Segmentation and Reassembly (SAR) Processor, bus-specific interface ASIC, integrated physical media dependent interface, and i960 processor.

The Enhanced SAR Processor (ESP) is a FORE-designed ASIC that handles all segmentation and reassembly functions, relieving the host processor from this task. The ESP is ABR-ready and features rate shaping capability. The second element, FORE's bus-specific ASIC, is finely tuned to the specific host bus. The third element, the physical media dependent interface, has been integrated directly onto each adapter to reduce the cost. Finally, the integral i960 processor provides a high level of performance and flexibility for future firmware and software enhancements.

INDUSTRY LEADERSHIP

FORE offers the most complete ATM adapter line in the industry, with support for SBus, EISA bus, GIO bus, PCI bus, NuBus, MicroChannel bus, and VMEbus computers. FORE shipped the worlds first ATM adapter card, and has remained at the forefront of ATM technology by offering increasingly advanced solutions, while lowering prices. Last July, all adapter prices were again reduced up to 40%.

According to the most recent Dataquest report, FORE has over a 70% share of the ATM adapter market and the largest installed base in the industry.

"FORE was the first vendor to provide ATM adapters in 1991, and we released the first Macintosh adapter in 1994," remarked George Prodan, director of marketing, ATM adapter cards. "Now, we are expanding our offerings to PCI bus Macintoshes running Open Transport, shattering the ATM performance barrier on the Macintosh platform." He added, "With FORE ATM products, customers receive the most comprehensive and integrated ATM solution available."

AVAILABILITY

ForeRunner PCA-200EMAC orders are now being accepted. The PCA-200EMAC supports Apple Power Macintosh computers with System 7.5 or greater running Open Transport 1.1 at 155 Mbps OC-3c/STM-1 with UTP Category 5 and multimode fiber interfaces.


Adaptec ATM NIC Interoperability Testing
Adaptec Successfully Completes Rigorous Interoperability Testing

COMPANY'S ATM25 AND ATM155 NICS PROVEN INTEROPERABLE WITH ALL PRODUCTION ATM SWITCHES

MILPITAS, CALIF, - January 8, 1996 - As a result of testing done at various sites including the University of New Hampshire's independent ATM test lab, Adaptec's ATM25 and ATM155 network interface cards (NICs) have now achieved verifiable interoperability with ATM switches from Cabletron, Newbridge Networks, UB Networks and 3Com. These manufacturers join an already impressive list of ATM switch providers including Bay Networks, Cisco Systems, Digital Equipment Corporation, First Virtual, Fore Systems, IBM and Whitetree.

"To the best of our knowledge, Adaptec's ATM NICs are the most interoperable products on the market today," states Gary Law, vice president of marketing for Adaptec's INTO business unit. "We are truly the ATM NIC gold standard-and our successful, continuous interoperability testing program proves it."

COMPLETE INTEROPERABILITY TESTING

Complete testing was performed using ATM25 and ATM155, Adaptec's 25 Mbps and 155 Mbps product families. Tests included ATM Forum User-to-Network Interface (UNI) compliance, Classical IP over ATM (RFC-1577), LAN Emulation and Address Resolution Protocol (ARP) functionality. Specific testing results and parameters may be viewed at Adaptec's ATM Networking page at http://www.adaptec.com/networking/ATM.html. This ATM Product and Interoperability Matrix is updated regularly.

ABOUT ADAPTEC'S ATM NICS

Adaptec's ATM NICs are available in two product lines: ATM25 NICs for PCI, SBus and MicroChannel systems; and the ATM155 NICs for PCI and SBus systems. The ATM155 family runs at industry-standard 155 Mbps speed; the ATM25 family runs at the Desktop ATM25 Alliance's standard 25.6 Mbps speed. All Adaptec ATM NICs are single-slot adapters featuring a high-performance architecture that implements the ATM Adaptation Layer 5 (AAL 5) protocol conversion feature, and non-AAL 5 pass through. This important feature allows non-ATM traffic to traverse ATM networks. Each NIC provides full duplex and up to 1, 024 virtual channel identifiers. In addition, all Adaptec ATM NICs meet the stringent U.S. FCC Class B standards for electronic emissions.

PRICING AND AVAILABILITY

Adaptec's ATM155 NICs are available now with prices ranging from $895 to $995. The Adaptec ATM25 NICs range in price from $349 to $449.

Adaptec, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADPT) designs, manufactures and markets IOware solutions to eliminate performance bottlenecks between microcomputers, networks and peripherals. Solutions range from simple connectivity products for single-user and small-office desktops, to intelligent subsystems, high-performance SCSI, RAID and ATM products for enterprisewide computing and networked environments. Adaptec I/O solutions are incorporated into the products for all the major computer and peripheral manufacturers around the world.

Founded in 1981 and headquartered in Milpitas, California, Adaptec is a recognized market leader in high-performance I/O technology. Adaptec currently employs approximately 2,000 people, and with its global distribution network, serves customers worldwide. Adaptec's World Wide Web home page address is http://www.adaptec.com.


PowerShop PCI Accelerators w/Adobe Photoshop
Adaptive Solutions Powershop Teams with Integrated Micro Solutions Twinturbo

Highest Performance Photoshop Image Processing and Graphics Acceleration Available on the Desktop

BEAVERTON, Oregon--January 9, 1996--Adaptive Solutions (NASDAQ:ADSO) today announced that its award-winning PowerShop PCI accelerator boards for Adobe Photoshop will be available as a bundled solution with the award-winning Integrated Micro Solutions TwinTurbo 128M. This combination of massively parallel processing hardware acceleration and video acceleration produces the ultimate Photoshop production system.

Adaptive Solutions is demonstrating this powerful system this week at the Integrated Micro Solutions Booth #3280 at MacWorld Expo in San Francisco, January 9-12.

PowerShop, a 1995 MacUser Eddy Award Winner, accelerates Photoshop functions by factors of up to 2,000 percent over the fastest Macintosh systems, delivering unmatched speed increases to computation-intensive tasks such as unsharp mask, rotate, color transformations, Gaussian blur and many others.

By utilizing the latest in VLSI technology, a wide 128-bit memory bus, and an ultra-fast 32 PCI bus interface, the TwinTurbo 128M offers astounding graphic performance. The board's redraw rate can exceed 100 million pixels per second and fill operations can achieve up to 3 billion operations per second. Users of Photoshop will instantly feel the increased speed over the lesser 64-bit or 96-bit graphics engines. The TwinTurbo-128M is highly acclaimed in the industry, winning a four Diamond rating from MacWeek, a four Mice rating and Best Buy Award from MacUser, and Editors' Choice Award from Computer Graphics World.

"Our customers were demanding a fast processing engine that would compliment our TwinTurbo," said Douglas Yokoyama, vice president sales and marketing, Integrated Micro Solutions. "Adaptive Solutions' PowerShop provides the power and speed we were looking for. It's a marriage made in Photoshop heaven."

"MacUser teamed our two products in a recent review," said Bob Anundson, vice president and general manager, Prepress for Adaptive Solutions. "We wanted to make it easy for the Photoshop professional to obtain both of these high-quality products."

This Photoshop performance solution--the PowerShop PCI accelerator and TwinTurbo 128M graphics board--is now available through a select channel of service providers, with a street price of around $2,500.

Integrated Micro Solutions is a world leader in 32-bit and 64-bit high-performance graphics controllers for Windows and Macintosh-based computers, as well as ATM boards, chips, and hub development. For more information, contact Integrated Micro Solutions at 2085 Hamilton Avenue, Third Floor, San Jose, California, 95125. Phone (408) 369- 8282; Fax (408)369-0128.

Adaptive Solutions, headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon, pioneered parallel processing for the desktop and embedded applications. Adaptive designs and manufactures parallel processing products using the CNAPS architecture for pattern recognition applications, including image processing and neural networks.

Adaptive Solutions

1400 NW Compton Dr., Suite 340

Beaverton, OR 97006

VOICE: 503-690-1236, FAX: 503-690-1249


Altera Reduces Prices on FLEX 8000 Devices

Prices Reduced Up to 45 Percent on 12,000 and 16,000 Gate Devices

SAN JOSE, CA., JANUARY 8, 1996 - Altera Corporation (NASDAQ: ALTR) today announced that effective February 1, 1996 list prices on its highest density FLEX 8000 devices, the 16,000 gate EPF81500A and the 12,000 gate EPF81188A, will be reduced up to 45 percent. With these reductions, FLEX 8000 continues to be the most cost-effective programmable logic family in the industry.

The price reductions are a result of continued process improvement and manufacturing efficiencies as these devices are being used in higher volumes. "We saw dramatic growth in overall FLEX 8000 demand during 1995. The EPF81188A and EPF81500A shipments and fab capacity have increased to meet the ever-growing demand, driving product costs down," stated Cliff Tong, Altera's director of product marketing. "We are passing these cost savings on to the customer in the form of price reductions that we anticipate will further stimulate FLEX 8000 demand."

Price Reduction Trend

"Programmable logic prices tend to decrease about 30 percent every 12 months, and our goal is to stay ahead of that curve," stated Bob Beachler, Altera's director of strategic marketing and communications. "Our fab partnership with Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation (TSMC) allows us to take advantage of the elasticity in the programmable logic market and maintain the continuity of supply to our growing FLEX 8000 customer base." Altera reduced the prices of the EPF81188 and EPF81500 devices by 50 percent in July of 1994, with additional reductions in 1995. The result has been that FLEX 8000 is now Altera's fastest growing product family.

Significant Reductions

The price list reductions on the EPF81188A and EPF81500A will be effective February 1, 1996 and apply to a variety of package options and speed grades. Examples of the 100-unit list pricing are shown in the table below. The 10,000-unit volume price projections for mid-1996 are $29 and $59 for the EPF81188A and EPF81500A, respectively.

Price List Changes

                         Old                New            Percent

Part Number          100-Unit Price     100-Unit Price     Change

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EPF81188AQC208-4         $119               $ 89             25%

EPF81188ARC240-4         $185               $ 99             45%

EPF81500ARC240-4         $245               $139             40%

EPF81500ARC304-4         $295               $159             45%

Availability

The EPF81188A and EPF81500A are both available today in volume for PGA and QFP package options and a variety of speed grades.

ABOUT ALTERA

Altera Corporation, founded in 1983, is a world-wide leader in high- performance, high-density programmable logic devices and associated computer aided engineering (CAE) logic development tools.  Programmable logic devices are semiconductor chips that offer on-site programmability to customers.  The chips are programmed using tools that run on personal computers or engineering workstations. User benefits include ease of use, lower risk, and fast time-to-market.  The Company offers the broadest line of CMOS programmable logic devices that address high-speed, high-density, and lower power applications.  Altera products serve a broad range of market areas, including telecommunications, data communications, computers, and industrial applications.  Altera common stock is traded on The Nasdaq Stock Market using the symbol ALTR.


AMP Global Electronic Service via Internet
AMP Launches Global Electronic Service via the Internet

CUSTOMER SERVICE, SOPHISTICATED TECHNOLOGY ARE KEYS TO SUCCESS

Harrisburg, PA, (December 28, 1995) -- A customer-driven, multi-lingual electronic catalog about to be launched on the Internet by AMP foreshadows the next generation of customer service and global electronic commerce. AMP developed the service, known by its address connect.amp.com, for system designers, purchasing managers, and other decision-makers. From virtually anywhere in the world at anytime, these customers can find up-to-date information from the global leader in electrical and electronic interconnections.

This new global tool, available 24 hours a day, will initially contain extensive information on 30,000 AMP products. Customers can access connect.amp.com beginning January 11. Information will continuously expand to cover all engineering and specifying needs.

"Our new global electronic service is yet another way that AMP is showing its innovative and aggressive approach to customer service," said AMP Chief Executive Officer William Hudson. "As a global company competing in the information age, AMP must continue to find ever more creative means for satisfying customers' needs -- and do so faster and faster."

Using proprietary navigator technology called Step Search, jointly developed with SAQQARA Systems of San Jose, California, customers control the direction of the product search. Guided by the system's high-resolution graphics and user-friendly directions, customers can quickly locate specific products. Tests indicate that the navigator technology can save users as much as 45 minutes compared to searching paper catalogs.

Jim Kessler, Director, Global Catalog/Commerce said, "We've developed an efficient global system that makes identifying the right product considerably easier for our customers. connect.amp.com is a major breakthrough in electronic commerce and is one of the most sophisticated applications in use today."

Today, the electronic catalog is available is several languages including English, French, German, Italian and Spanish and will soon be available in Japanese, Mandarin Chinese and Korean.

Users can access http://connect.amp.com through their preferred Internet connection or can receive a free disk from AMP, which includes Advantis and Netscape navigator software,


Apple OpenDoc Programmer's Guide
Apple Introduces "OpenDoc Programmer's Guide" for Developers

First Book in Series Now Available With CD-ROM at Discount for MacWorld Attendees

MACWORLD, SAN FRANCISCO, California--January 10, 1996--Apple Computer, Inc. today announced the availability of the "OpenDoc Programmer's Guide", the first book in a series of OpenDoc companion guides designed to provide developers and programmers with information to develop for the Mac OS platform.

Published by Addison-Wesley for Apple Press, the "OpenDoc Programmer's Guide" contains three parts that provide the reader with an overview of OpenDoc development, describe OpenDoc programming in detail, and offer guidelines for presenting the correct interface to users.

"By offering the "OpenDoc Programmer's Guide", Apple provides a comprehensive reference guide that is designed for developers who want to create virtually any kind of custom software solution," said Dennis Matthews, Apple Press publisher.

The book is accompanied by a CD-ROM containing the OpenDoc Class Reference--the complete reference to the OpenDoc programming interface- -in both QuickView and Acrobat formats. This will provide developers with extensive hypertext links and fast full-text search, while also providing the information in page format for on-screen viewing and printing.

MacWorld Special Offering

Developers interested in purchasing the "OpenDoc Programmer's Guide" may obtain a copy at discount during MacWorld San Francisco at the Addison-Wesley booth (#726) or the Apple Developer Catalog station within the Developer Central Pavilion (#3400, in the North Hall). The "OpenDoc Programmer's Guide" has a suggested retail price of U.S. $44.95.

About Apple Press

Apple Press is a publishing effort designed to offer accessible and authoritative information about Apple, its technologies, and products. Matching crucial book lines with the best publishers for the market, Apple Press targets three key audiences: developers, general computer users, and teachers and educators.

If you are considering the purchase of an Apple product and would like to have product information faxed to you, please call 1-800- 462-4396 in the U.S. or 1-800-263-3394 in Canada. If you do not have a fax machine or would like to locate an Apple authorized reseller near you, please call 1-800-538-9696. Customers outside the U.S. should contact their local Apple representatives for information.

Apple's home page on the World Wide Web: http://www.apple.com/


Expanded/Updated Dev Environment for Netwon
Apple Announces Expanded and Updated Development Environment for the Newton 2.0 Platform

New Tools Increase Developer Productivity, Enable Smoother Integration of Newton PDAs with Personal Computers

CUPERTINO, California--January 8, 1996--Further establishing Newton as the premier Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) platform for software development, Apple Computer, Inc. today announced the availability and shipment of the latest version of the Newton Toolkit (NTK 1.6) for the Mac&trade; OS, and a set of application programming interfaces (APIs), the Desktop Integration Libraries (DILs), for both the Mac OS and Windows operating systems.

These tools fully support Newton 2.0, the latest version of the Newton operating system, and enable developers to create custom solutions and products for the Newton platform that easily integrate with existing applications and data on both Mac OS- and Windows-based personal computers. In addition, Apple announced that a prerelease version of Newton Toolkit for Windows is currently being distributed to selected developers.

"Powerful, productive tools are critical for developers in their efforts to create great software solutions for the Newton platform," said Sandy Benett, acting vice president of the Newton Systems Group. "By offering tools for both the Mac OS and Windows operating systems, we are demonstrating our commitment to meeting the needs of a broad range of developers."

About Newton Toolkit

The Newton Toolkit, which first began shipping in 1993, is a powerful development environment designed to ease the creation of Newton software. It features graphical tools for interface design and rapid prototyping, an interactive development model, and a large number of built-in components for creating custom software.

The new version of the Newton Toolkit, NTK 1.6, offers features designed to make developers more productive and also allows them to take full advantage of Newton 2.0, the latest version of the Newton operating system. Newton 2.0 offers new capabilities, including dozens of new or improved system-level components such as buttons, lists, tables, and input fields. NTK 1.6 has been optimized for the

Power Macintosh, offering improved performance for developers and also delivers additional debugging tools that help developers track down and correct bugs in their applications more quickly.

Desktop Integration Libraries (DILs)

The Desktop Integration Libraries, available now, allow developers of applications for either the Mac OS or Windows operating systems to directly synchronize data between their applications and a Newton PDA. This feature enables seamless data sharing between the Newton device and personal computers without requiring intermediary translators or interpreter programs.

For example, Oregon-based Now Software utilize DILs in their new product, Now Synchronize, a utility that synchronizes the names and dates on a Newton PDA with the names and dates in Now Up-to- Date & Contact, Now's leading personal information management software. The DILs make it easy for software on a personal computer to communicate with data on a Newton PDA, allowing Now Synchronize to be developed very quickly.

"Apple's DILs set a new standard for integration between PDAs and personal computers," said Henry Carstens, Now Synchronize Product Manager at Now Software, Inc. "By enabling Now Synchronize to communicate directly with names and dates stored on the Newton PDA, the DILs provided the key to delivering a truly portable time management solution to our customers."

Demonstrations of Newton ToolKit 1.6 and DILs will be shown at Apple Developer Central at Macworld, along with daily half-hour sessions (January 9-11) geared towards developers entitled, "Introduction to Newton 2.0".

Newton Toolkit for Windows

Addressing strong demand for Newton software development tools that run on the Windows platform, Apple announced that a prerelease Windows version of NTK 1.6 has been distributed to selected sites. The company demonstrated the package last month at the COMDEX trade show in Las Vegas and plans to ship a prerelease version of NTK 1.6 for Windows 3.1, Windows 95 and Windows NT environments in early 1996. Pricing has not yet been set.

Developer Support Programs

Apple offers a range of technical support programs designed to meet the requirements of its developers. These support programs, which range from self-help to unlimited, programming-level support, enable developers to bring a variety of Newton software solutions to market more cost-effectively than with other PDA platforms. Additionally, technical training courses are offered through Apple Developer University. For more information on Apple's Developer University and Developer Technical Support programs, please call (408) 974-4897.

Apple addresses its key vertical markets through value-added reseller (VAR) and system integrator (SI) programs, which offer specialized support for creating custom solutions in the health care, sales force automation, education, financial services markets as well as many other industries. To date, more than 250 SIs and VARs have taken advantage of the program offerings, which include a monthly newsletter, quarterly co-marketing materials, technology presentations and demonstrations, and an annual symposium.

Pricing and Availability

Newton Toolkit 1.6 is available now for U.S.$299. It is shipped on CD-ROM and includes Newton Book Maker, a tool for creating electronic books, and complete documentation, including the Newton 2.0 operating system documentation in online form. An upgrade for earlier versions of the Toolkit is available for U.S $49. The Newton Toolkit is available through the Apple Developer Catalog, Apple's source for developer tools at 1-800-282-2732 (U.S.), 1- 800-637-0029 (Canada) or 716-871- 6555 (International). In addition, it will be available in selected retail locations and mail order catalogs where Newton products are sold.

The Desktop Integration Libraries (DILs) for the Mac OS and Windows operating systems are available at no charge on Apple's site on the World Wide Web at http://dev.info.apple.com/newton/tools

Apple Computer, Inc., a recognized pioneer and innovator in the information industry, creates powerful solutions based on easy-to- use personal computers, servers, peripherals, software, online services, and personal digital assistants. Headquartered in Cupertino, California, Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) develops, manufactures, licenses and markets products, technologies and services for the business, education, consumer, scientific & engineering and government markets in over 140 countries.

If you are considering the purchase of an Apple product and would like to have product information faxed to you, please call 1-800- 462-4396 in the U.S. or 1-800-263-3394 in Canada. If you do not have a fax machine or would like to locate an Apple authorized reseller near you, please call 1-800-538-9696. Customers outside the U.S. should contact their local Apple representatives for information.

Apple's home page on the World Wide Web:

   http://www.apple.com/

Newton home page on the World Wide Web:

   http://www.info.apple.com/newton


Flexibility in Managing Info To/From Newton
Apple and Third-Party Products Provide Customers With Flexibility In Managing Information Between Newton PDAs and Personal Computers

New Applications, Utilities Expand Newton Desktop Integration and Synchronization Capabilities

CUPERTINO, California--January 8, 1996--Apple Computer, Inc. today outlined a suite of personal computer integration products that builds on the foundation provided by Newton 2.0, the recently announced new operating system for the Newton platform. The new products expand the range of solutions for integrating the Apple MessagePad 120 and other Newton PDAs with both Mac OS- and Windows-based personal computers and enterprise environments.

These products provide a growing base of powerful mobile solutions that allow customers to quickly synchronize information such as calendar appointments, contact names and meeting notes, on a Newton PDA with existing PC applications, backup Newton information and easily take information from a PC with them. Many of these new products are being demonstrated in the Apple booth (South Hall, Room 103) at Macworld Expo, being held at the Moscone Convention Center in San Francisco, January 9-12.

"Seamless desktop integration--the ability to easily access, work with, and exchange data between personal computers, the enterprise environment and PDAs--is one of the critical features our customers have been requesting," said Steve Andler, senior director of Apple's Mobile Systems Product Marketing. "These new Newton PC integration products provide powerful, compelling solutions that enable customers to be more productive in and away from their office in a way that no other PDA platform provides today."

Newton Integration Solutions Newton Press

Publishing and Distributing Electronic Documents With Newton Press, mobile professionals and corporate customers can take advantage of the combined power of personal computers, enterprise information and Newton PDAs to easily publish and distribute electronic documents. Documents such as travel itineraries, meeting agendas, price lists, and maps now can be readily available to reference, annotate, fax or print.

Newton Press provides an easy drag-and-drop method for creating electronic reference documents or Newton books from files on a personal computer. These books are created by simply dropping files onto the Newton Press icon, which automatically formats the read-only document so it can be easily viewed on a Newton PDA.

Because of the enthusiastic response of customers to the capabilities of Newton Press, Apple is distributing a prerelease version online, free of charge. Newton Press for Macintosh is available online now and is expected to be available in stores in early February. The prerelease Windows version is expected to be available online early this year (please refer to editor's note for online locations). Both the Mac and Windows versions of Newton Press are expected to have an Apple Price of US$69.00.

"Apple's new integration solutions have significantly changed the way I work," said lawyer Jeff Goldman, Law Offices of Jeffrey Allen Goldman, Los Angeles. "With Newton Press, for example, I can publish specific information from my personal computer for use at any given time. Whether it's a client file, deposition summaries, or jury instructions, the information I need is as close as my Newton device."

Newton Backup Utility: Direct Synchronization with Macintosh and Windows

Applications Newton Backup Utility allows customers to back up and restore Newton 2.0 information to a personal computer. The utility also installs software packages from a PC to a Newton PDA. Versions of Newton Backup Utility for both Mac OS- and Windows-based PCs are now available online and also free of charge with the Apple MessagePad 120.

Integration Applications From Third Party Developers

In addition to Apple's products that facilitate PC integration, there are a number of solutions from third-party developers that provide for direct synchronization between a Newton PDA and popular Mac and Windows desktop applications. Apple will continue to work aggressively with Newton developers to ensure that customers will have a broad range of these types of applications from which to choose.

Examples of products that offer enhanced PC integration capabilities include:

Being shown in the Apple booth and expected to ship in January 1996:

--ACT! FOR NEWTON BY SYMANTEC CORP.: A native Newton application that provides mobile professionals direct synchronization of contact and calendar information between ACT! for Newton and ACT! for Macintosh and ACT! for Windows.

--INFORMED FILLER FOR NEWTON BY SHANA CORP.: Provides mobile data collection for vertical market solutions with custom forms creation.

--NOW SYNCHRONIZE V. 1.5 FOR NEWTON BY NOW SOFTWARE, INC.: Delivers seamless compatibility and integration with the leading Macintosh personal workgroup productivity software.

--POCKET QUICKEN FOR NEWTON AND POCKET QUICKEN CONNECT BY INTUIT INC.: Offers Newton customers the popular personal finance software plus a utility that keeps the PC version synchronized with the Newton version.

Being shown in the Apple booth and expected to ship in the first quarter of 1996:

--FILEMAKER PRO 3.0 COMPANION FOR NEWTON BY CLARIS CORP.: Allows users of Claris' leading FileMaker database product to use a Newton PDA as a mobile database collection device.

--MEETING MAKER XP FOR NEWTON BY ON TECHNOLOGY: Gives customers the ability to download and synchronize their daily and weekly schedules from their personal computer to their Newton PDA.

Other applications coming to market in the first half of 1996 that also demonstrate integration capabilities with Newton 2.0:

--SYNC+ BY LANDWARE: Delivers one-step synchronization with the best- selling Microsoft Schedule+ for Windows 95.

--EQUATE 2.0 BY HOLOSOFT, INC.: Offers a powerful standalone spreadsheet application for Newton customers as well as import and export capabilities with Excel using its "Desktop Direct" software.

Apple Computer, Inc., a recognized pioneer and innovator in the information industry, creates powerful solutions based on easy-to- use personal computers, servers, peripherals, software, on-line services, and personal digital assistants. Headquartered in Cupertino, California, Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) develops, manufactures, licenses and markets products, technologies and services for the business, education, consumer, scientific, engineering and government markets in over 140 countries.

World Wide Web: http://www.info.apple.com/newton/solutions

America Online

Newton Resource Center (Keyword "Newton")

Info from Apple

Compuserve

Go "Newton"

Browse Libraries

Library # 23 Info from Apple

eWorld World of Newton (Shortcut "Newton")

Newton News & Information

Newton 2.0 Information

If you are considering the purchase of an Apple product and would like to have product information faxed to you, please call 1-800- 462-4396 in the U.S. or 1-800-263-3394 in Canada. If you do not have a fax machine or would like to locate an Apple authorized reseller near you, please call 1-800-538-9696. Customers outside the U.S. should contact their local Apple representatives for information.

Apple's home page on the World Wide Web:

   http://www.apple.com/

Newton home page on the World Wide Web:

   http://www.info.apple.com/newton


Allegiant Marionet Internet Scripting Kit
ALLEGIANT SHIPS INTERNET SCRIPTING KIT

MARIONET ALLOWS USERS TO SCRIPT THE INTERNET

SAN DIEGO - January 9, 1996 - Allegiant Technologies, Inc. today announced shipment of its powerful new Macintosh Internet scripting kit, Marionet version 1.0. Marionet is the first software solution to allow Internet developers to create completely custom applications that access and manage information across the Internet.

Designed to work in conjunction with popular Authoring Tools and AppleScript-aware productivity applications, Marionet is a complete, script-level interface to the Internet that runs quietly in the background as a "faceless" background task. A convenient Control Panel allows users to set common preferences.

Responding to simple, English-like commands from authoring tools that utilize an External Command (XCMD) interface, like Allegiant SuperCard, Apple HyperCard and Macromedia Director, or from productivity applications that support attachable AppleScripts, like Claris FileMaker Pro, Microsoft Excel and UserLand Frontier, Marionet offers complete control over standard Internet protocols and also includes a dramatic new custom peer-to-peer protocol called "Chat." Marionet uses Apple's Thread Manager to full advantage for asynchronous operation and can also function synchronously.

"Amidst all the focus on Internet solutions, there have been some missing pieces on the client side. In many cases people don't want to 'browse' for data on the Internet; they want to engage Internet data in a much more precise way. In that sense, Marionet is an 'unbrowser' for incorporating that kind of precision Internet access," said Stuart Henigson, Allegiants Vice President of Marketing. "And, we've heard from our beta testers that the marriage of large amounts of media, perhaps delivered on CD-ROM, and dynamic data coming in from precise locations on the Internet is extremely compelling!" added Henigson.

Marionet product manager Brian Molyneaux, who was formerly HyperMedia Products Manager for Heizer Software, commented that, "What we've done is make it simple to build custom Internet solutions, including those that access data from within business applications like FileMaker Pro and Excel. More importantly, we're making it simple for programs to 'reach out' and tap into the vast resources on the Internet with almost trivial effort."

Marionet offers complete control over the following Internet protocols:

 World Wide Web (HTTP)

 Newsgroups (NNTP)

 Email (SMTP/POP3 including APOP)

 File Transfers (FTP)

 Domain Name Services (DNS)

 Searching (Gopher)

The applications for Marionet run the spectrum from sophisticated Web page authoring and maintenance tools to personal or collaborative applications. The integration of dynamic Internet access and retrieval into CD-ROM titles is also expected to be an early application of the technology. Software companies will be able to provide automatic software updates or build automatic e-mail support as an integral part of their applications. Educational institutions will be able to build Internet browsers that only offer access to selected Internet sites (e.g. the university system). Trainers will be able to deliver "distance-learning" applications that are easily and automatically updated from a central web site. Individuals may want to create multi- player games, collaborate with family members or develop tools to automatically gather "cool site" URLs from the myriad of sources and compile them into a single list.

PRICING & AVAILABILITY

Marionet version 1.0 is shipping now and the developer kit carries a suggested retail price of $219, with a limited time introductory price of $99. The kit allows developers to build and test applications from their local computers.

A two-tier distribution license is available for commercial developers wishing to sell or widely distribute their Marionet-enabled applications. For applications that will be distributed to fewer than 500 users, a $500 annual fee per application title is required. An unlimited license per application title is available for $1000 per year. Corporate and educational site licenses are available.

A free Trial Version of Marionet is available from Allegiant's Web site located at http://www.allegiant.com. The Trial Version contains all the functionality of the retail version, for a 30-day evaluation.

Marionet's system requirements are frugal, requiring a TCP/IP connection to the Internet, a Macintosh with a 68020 or greater processor, System 7.1 or higher and 750K RAM for the Marionet application.

The Company also announced that a Windows version of Marionet is under development.

ABOUT ALLEGIANT

Allegiant Technologies, Inc., develops and markets innovative Multimedia, Internet, and Application Development software that empowers people to interactively educate, entertain, present, and manage information.

Allegiant's flagship product, SuperCard 2.5, was recently honored with the 1995 MacUser Editors' Choice ("Eddy") award for Best New Multimedia Authoring Application.


Packard Bell/MSFT Deliver Ultimate Home PC
MARKET LEADERS PACKARD BELL, MICROSOFT JOIN FORCES TO DELIVER ULTIMATE PC FOR THE HOME

SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- Industry leaders Packard Bell and Microsoft have joined forces to deliver the latest in technology for home computing -- an unprecedented power-packed, software-rich home PC. The Microsoft Station by Packard Bell features the Intel Pentium 133 MHz processor, the fastest Intel chip available at retail, and the most comprehensive software package ever bundled into one PC.

The attractive new minitower offers the user state-of-the-art power and performance. In addition to its Pentium 133 MHz processor, The Microsoft Station by Packard Bell will have a 1.6 GB hard drive, 16 MB of RAM and never before bundled titles from Microsoft. With a quad speed CD-ROM and high quality audio, this hot system is designed to deliver the high performance demanded by cutting edge multimedia.

The Microsoft Station by Packard Bell comes complete with more than 30 Microsoft titles, a free annual subscription to The Microsoft Network and Microsoft's Natural Keyboard and mouse. Ideal for both the couch potato and the thrill-seeker, the new system includes Packard Bell's remote control, which provides quick access to entertainment peripherals such as a CD player and the Microsoft SideWinder joystick for more enjoyable and exciting game play.

Packard Bell and Microsoft have developed joint marketing materials to promote the new PC.

"Consumers are looking for the latest technology and greatest software," said Beny Alagem, president and CEO, Packard Bell. "Together, Packard Bell and Microsoft decided to partner on an ultimate machine designed to fit the lifestyle of the person who wants the very best.

"This is the capstone of a great year for Packard Bell," Alagem continued. "PC sales are strong. October was our best month in the history of the company. We expect Packard Bell unit sales for the year to be up almost 50 percent over 1994, and Packard Bell plans to continue to be the market leader, bringing the latest technology to the consumer."

"The Microsoft Station by Packard Bell provides users with our hottest and highest quality software and hardware features available today," Steve Ballmer, executive vice president, Microsoft, said. "This product reflects the best of our respective market leadership positions."

Packard Bell stressed that The Microsoft Station by Packard Bell will be the ultimate system for the discriminating customer.

PRODUCTIVITY FOR THE HOME OFFICE

The extensive software bundle exclusively from Microsoft includes productivity programs ideal for the home office. Pre-loaded on the system are "Microsoft Windows 95," "Microsoft Office Standard for Windows 95," "Microsoft Excel for Windows 95," "Microsoft Word for Windows 95," "Microsoft PowerPoint for Windows 95," "Microsoft Schedule+ for Windows 95," "Microsoft Publisher CD Deluxe for Windows 95" and "Microsoft Plus! for Windows 95."

EASY ACCESS INFORMATION

For pure reference geared for the researcher, sports fan or habitually inquisitive, The Microsoft Station by Packard Bell comes loaded with "Microsoft Encarta 96 Encyclopedia," "Microsoft Bookshelf 95 for Windows," "Microsoft Cinemania 96 for Windows," "Microsoft Complete NBA Basketball Guide 95-96 for Windows," "Microsoft Wine Guide for Windows," "Microsoft AutoMap Road Atlas for Windows" and "Microsoft Auto Map Streets for Windows."

LEARNING TOOLS FOR THE KIDS

Packard Bell and Microsoft have included a software selection geared to aid in the early development of children. "Fine Artist for Windows," "Creative Writer for Windows," "Microsoft Oceans for Windows," "Microsoft World of Flight for Windows," "Scholastic's The Magic School Bus Explores the Solar System for Windows," "Scholastic's Magic School Bus Explores the Human Body for Windows," and "500 Nations" all aid in fostering reading skills and educational development.

GAMES AND ACCESSORIES

Hard core gamers will appreciate the entertainment package of "Microsoft Fury3 for Windows," "Microsoft Flight Simulator for MS-DOS," "Microsoft Space Simulator for MS-DOS," "Microsoft Arcade for Windows," and "Microsoft Golf for Windows," all compatible with the SideWinder Joystick for easy-to-use, fast-paced action at the tip of the fingers.

For users seeking to personalize their PC, The Microsoft Station delivers "Microsoft Soundbits Classic Hollywood Movies for Windows" and "Microsoft Scenes Personal Screen Saver for Windows," a package of pre-loaded software offering high quality sounds and action shots catered for individual preferences.

MICROSOFT PERIPHERALS

The ergonomically designed Microsoft Natural Keyboard is designed for user comfort. Additional keys are provided, allowing for one- tap access and shortcuts to Windows 95. The Microsoft Station's IntelliType software allows users to control all keyboard features and the ability to swiftly launch and change applications at their finger tips.

The multimedia home PC is packaged with additional Microsoft peripherals designed for comfort and convenience, including an ergonomic mouse. Designed for left and right handed users alike, the Microsoft PS/2 Mouse has a front-weighted ball and solid feel, providing precise control of the cursor.

For die-hard gaming enthusiasts, The Microsoft Station by Packard Bell brings to the table the Microsoft SideWinder Joystick. The joystick is stylishly contoured, durable and smooth and comes complete with tactile switches, sure-action trigger, secondary button and comfortable ergonomic grip.

PACKARD BELL REMOTE AND FAST MEDIA

With the remote, Packard Bell owners can operate all the consumer electronic devices and applications installed in their new multi- purpose systems from across the room. A button on the hand held controller initiates a phone call, retrieves phone messages, starts the CD or radio, or lets the user go directly to a software application. Curved to fit the human hand, the remote has cursor control and command buttons that operate the computer from anywhere in the room. You can use the Ch/Select display button to pick up phone messages, choose a radio station or CD tracks.

Developed by Packard Bell, Fast Media is a technology innovation bypassing multi-layered interfaces and pull down menus, a long and intimidating process for the beginner or intermediate user.

Like the remote, the Fast Media key allows users to access electronic appliances with a single button. When the Fast Media key is pressed, a menu bar appears on the screen. Users can then select one of the following functions: F1-help, F2-telephone, F3-answering machine, F4-CD player and F5-FM radio. A mute key, F-7, silences sound from any audio appliance. The F8-display key shows the software interface of the device currently in use so advanced features may be accessed.

TELEPHONY

Packard Bell's telephone answering system offers speed dial and last number re-dial as well as an electronic phone book where frequently called numbers can be stored and accessed. The phone can receive and store voice messages and offers multiple mailboxes so all members of the family or business can have their own voice mail number. Remote access allows message retrieval from any touch-tone phone. The system will also page users, notifying them of phone messages or fax arrival, if they have a beeper. All of these features are easily user programmable.

SRS 3-D AMPHITHEATER SOUND

SRS 3-D Amphitheater Sound is available on The Microsoft Station. This dynamic, panoramic audio sound system allows users to move around freely and enjoy the listening experience from anywhere in the room.

Sounds seem to emanate from the precise directions a listener would expect at a live performance, eliminating what is known as a "sweet spot" or single optimal listening position. SRS 3-D Amphitheater Sound can be activated instantly from a variety of devices -- the new remote control, the mixer or through the Media Controller

PRICING AND AVAILABILITY

The Microsoft Station is available now at an estimated street price of $3,499.

Based in Sacramento, Calif., Packard Bell designs, manufactures and markets a broad range of PC-compatible desktop computers. Packard Bell is the leading supplier of PCs in the U.S. mass retail channel, according to Audits and Surveys, a research firm that tracks the retail market. Packard Bell is the fourth largest computer company worldwide in terms of shipments, according to International Data Corp., Framingham, Mass. The company maintains a home page on the World Wide Web at http://www.packardbell.com, featuring product information, news releases and technical support contacts.

For product service and support, contact: support@packardbell.com

Members of the press can contact: The Bohle Company PR@Bohle.com


MacWorld Expo & Apple Internet Solutions
MacWorld Expo Rings in the New Year: Apple Showcases Internet Solutions with Easy Access and Cutting-Edge New Media Technology

MACWORLD, SAN FRANCISCO, California--January 9, 1996--Apple Computer, Inc. celebrated the New Year today by showcasing innovative Internet solutions at MacWorld Expo in San Francisco. Designed for the home, schools and businesses, Apple's Macintosh platform provides easy access to the Internet as well as multimedia enhancements and innovative solutions for web authoring and Internet publishing.

"While our competitors ponder the potential of the Internet for tomorrow, Apple is delivering on easy-to-use, innovative Internet solutions today," said Jim Buckley, president, Apple Americas. "Our award-winning QuickTime VR and QuickDraw 3D technologies bring an added dimension to the Internet experience while the Apple Internet Connection Kit enables easy access for anyone anxious to tap into the endless resources in cyberspace."

"Macintosh is the number one Web authoring platform today," Buckley added. "This year's MacWorld Expo gives us a forum for demonstrating the hot technologies that have made Apple a leader in on-line solutions."

Buckley examines the customer benefits of Apple's technology in today's keynote entitled "Apple Innovation: Building on the Solutions Advantage." The keynote highlights innovative technologies in multimedia, conferencing, personal digital assistants, and Internet solutions.

At its 11,000 square foot pavilion, Apple demonstrates cutting-edge Internet and multimedia solutions, including the Apple Internet Connection Kit, QuickTime VR--virtual reality without the confines of goggles and gloves--and QuickDraw 3D, winner of MacUser magazine's 1995 editor's choice award. In addition, Adobe Systems and Apple Computer, Inc. are hosting a special "Internet Publishing" booth (booth #617), where visitors can get hands-on experience and learn the easiest way to create their own home page and manage content using products from Apple and Adobe.

Easy Access to New Dimensions in Cyberspace

MacWorld Seminars Novice and expert 'Net surfers of all ages can explore the unlimited potential of the Internet and Apple's on-line services at a series of seminars during MacWorld Expo:

The Internet is providing new avenues for collaboration with others throughout the country and throughout the world. "Internet: Curriculum, Connection and Beyond" is a condensed version of Apple's "leading the way" series in which educators receive assistance from Apple on integrating the latest and most appropriate technologies into their curriculum. Apple shows how educators are using the Internet and how easy it can be to get your school, classroom, and home connected.

"Kids of the 'Net Query Cultural and Technology Executives". Fifteen year-old eWorld publisher, Alex Hempton represents the Cyberteen generation by leading a panel discussion where top digital age executives answer questions about what kids can expect to find in Cyperspace.

Apple will also be demonstrating 'Salon' to MacWorld attendees, a new lifestyle Web site focusing on the arts, books and ideas. Co-sponsored by Apple, Salon represents a breakthrough Web site bringing intelligent and lively discussion of cultural issues to the growing consumer, non-technical audience on the 'Net. In just weeks after opening its virtual doors, Salon garnered significant acclaim from Web site ratings organizations.

In addition, Apple continues its series of Family Computing workshops designed to introduce parents to the many ways that computers can enhance their children's learning and demonstrate how they can take an active role in their child's experience with the computer.

Powerful Tools and Solutions for Developers

Apple again joins forces with MacTech magazine to spotlight the latest tools, services and information for developers on the Macintosh and Newton platforms. New products for development of commercial and corporate applications, multimedia titles and custom solutions are being demonstrated at the pavilion's 60 display stations. The 10, 000-square-foot pavilion is the largest developer central pavilion in MacWorld history and features seminars and tutorials on key technologies from Apple and leading third-party vendors. In addition, an entire wing of the pavilion is devoted to helping developers learn how to take advantage of OpenDoc component software technology, which recently became available from Apple in software developer's kit form. The Developer Central pavilion is located in Moscone Center, North Hall, booth #3400.

Apple continues to refine its latest version of the Newton operating system (2.0) by announcing today the availability of enhanced development tools that offer a more powerful development environment for third- party developers. The new tools include the Newton Toolkit (NTK) version 1.6 for Mac OS-based computers. Along with support for Newton 2.0, NTK 1.6 is also optimized for Power Macintosh and delivers additional debugging tools, enabling software developers to create more high performance applications for the Newton platform than for any other PDA platform. In an effort to broaden its developer base and to address strong demand for Newton software development tools for the Windows platform, a prerelease version of NTK 1.6 for Windows is being distributed to selected developers and is expected to be available by mid year 1996.

The Newton Desktop Integration Libraries (DILs), both Mac and Windows versions, are also now available on-line and free of charge to developers. These application programming interfaces (APIs) offer customers direct synchronization between desktop applications and applications running on a Newton PDA.

On-site stores at MacWorld Expo are selling dozens of tools and information products at special show prices, and pavilion visitors receive free "Virtual Developer Central" reference CD-ROMs.

ABrief Summary of Additional Announcements:

APPLE MEDIA TOOL 2.0

Apple announced a new version of Apple Media Tool and its companion product, the Apple Media Tool Programming Environment. Version 2.0 of Apple Media Tool is the company's object-based, cross-platform multimedia authoring tool. Apple Media Tool is designed for a wide range of users including creative designers, producers, educators and business communications professionals. Apple Media Tool 2.0 allows for the creation of projects that will run fully native on Apple Power Macintosh computers and incorporate many new features such as support for QuickTime VR, Apple's multi-platform virtual reality software. The Apple Media Tool product comes out of the Interactive Media Group, a newly formed group at Apple which has been chartered to unify Apple's cross-platform multimedia technology portfolio to deliver a better interactive experience, whether on the Internet, CD-ROM title, or on a computing device.

CROSS-PLATFORM 3D FILE STANDARD FOR THE INTERNET

Leveraging its acknowledged expertise in 3D technology, Apple announced the company's 3DMF (3D Metafile) format as a proposed standard for 3D graphics exchange across the Internet. 3DMF technology is fully cross-platform across Mac OS, Microsoft Windows, and UNIX to enable 3D graphics exchange between applications and operating systems with no loss of image quality or information. 3DMF has been embraced by graphics programs as a way to easily share 3D models and images across networks and disks. To accelerate the implementation of 3DMF across the Web and the software industry, 3DMF may be licensed at no charge for use in commercial and non-commercial applications.

NEWTON DESKTOP INTEGRATION

Apple announced a suite of products that improves the integration of Newton-based PDAs with both Mac OS- and Windows-based personal computers. Both the Mac and Windows version of the Newton Backup Utility (NBU) are now available on-line and free of charge. NBU allows customers to back up and restore Newton 2.0 information to a personal computer and also installs software packages from a PC to a Newton PDA. Because of the overwhelming interest in Newton Press, a new software application from Apple that provides a drag & drop method for the creation of electronic books for Newton PDAs from files on a personal computer, Apple is distributing a prerelease version to customers on-line. Newton Press for the Mac OS is available on-line now and the prerelease Windows version is expected to be available early this year, also available free of charge.

PC-COMPATIBILITY

Expanding its commitment to cross-platform compatibility, Apple demonstrated Power Macintosh systems, with the industry standard PCI (peripheral component interconnect) bus, running prototype PC compatibility cards featuring Pentium and Cyrix 586 processors. The prototype PC compatibility cards demonstrate the cross-platform potential of PCI-based Power Macintosh systems to run the widest range of software applications from the leading PC platforms: Macintosh, DOS and Windows.

POWERFUL NEW DISPLAY

Continuing its tradition of offering cutting edge technologies at affordable prices, Apple announced immediate availability of the AppleVision 1710, a 17 inch CRT display offering outstanding resolution and the superior brightness and clarity offered by the Trinitron tube, to mainstream business users of Power Macintosh, Mac-compatible, OS/2 and Windows-based computer systems.

In related announcements today, Data Translation's Multimedia Group unveiled their newest product, Media 100 qx, which is a collaboration between Data Translation, Adobe Systems and Apple Computer. Media 100 qx is the first affordable, broadcast-quality Macintosh-based digital video system for the QuickTime digital video market and harnesses the power of Apple's PCI-based Power Macintosh to deliver true video- processing capabilities required for broadcast applications. Media 100 qx opens up video creation to anyone with a Macintosh, from educators and corporate communicators to graphic artists and cable television networks.

Apple Computer, Inc., a recognized pioneer and innovator in the information industry, creates powerful solutions based on easy-to-use personal computers, servers, peripherals, software, on-line services, and personal digital assistants. Headquartered in Cupertino, California, Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) develops, manufactures, licenses and markets products, technologies and services for the business, education, consumer, scientific, engineering and government markets in more than 140 countries.

If you are considering the purchase of an Apple product and would like to have product information faxed to you, please call 1-800- 462-4396 in the U.S. or 1-800-263-3394 in Canada. If you do not have a fax machine or would like to locate an Apple authorized reseller near you, please call 1-800-538-9696. Customers outside the U.S. should contact their local Apple representatives for information.

Apple's home page on the World Wide Web: http://www.apple.com/


Apple Media Tool 2.0 & Prog. Environment
Apple Announces Version 2.0 of Apple Media Tool and Apple Media Tool Programming Environment

Includes Many New Powerful Features Such as QuickTime VR Support; Enables Easier Creation of Interactive Media Titles

MACWORLD, SAN FRANCISCO, California--January 9,1996--Apple Computer, Inc. today announced a new version of Apple Media Tool and its companion product, the Apple Media Tool Programming Environment. Version 2.0 of Apple Media Tool is the company's easy-to-use, object-based, cross- platform multimedia authoring tool enabling users to create interactive titles without programming or scripting. Once created on the Apple Macintosh platform, Apple Media Tool projects can be converted to run in Macintosh, Power Macintosh and Windows-based environments at the click of a button.

The new version of Apple Media Tool allows for the creation of projects that will run fully native on Apple Power Macintosh computers and incorporates many new features such as support for QuickTime VR, custom color palettes, AppleScript, HyperText links and more. The new version of the Apple Media Tool Programming Environment is a programming language and framework that enables programmers to customize Apple Media Tool features and optimize projects created with Apple Media Tool, while providing a powerful object-oriented development environment for the programmer who is interested in interactive media.

Apple Media Tool is designed for a wide range of users with ease- of-use in mind, including creative designers, producers, educators and business communications professionals. Apple Media Tool is a visual authoring environment where users can create interactive multimedia projects without scripting or programming. Developers are using Apple Media Tool and the Apple Media Tool Programming Environment to produce highly innovative multimedia projects, including interactive multimedia catalogs, rock music titles, some of the first interactive on-line advertising, and among the most sophisticated networked kiosks.

The Apple Media Tool Programming Environment is designed for programmers who are seeking to break into object-oriented multimedia programming. Version 2.0 of the Apple Media Tool Programming Environment includes the required subset of MPW (Macintosh Programmer's Workbench software) bundled at no additional charge. The Apple Media Tool Programming Environment works in conjunction with the MPW Shell for debugging multimedia projects, allowing programmers, for example, to inspect objects, step through code and set breakpoints while a project is running.

"In the past, multimedia production has been a black art, practiced by the digirati," said Ralph Rogers, product line manager, interactive media tools at Apple. "Apple Media Tool 2.0 opens up the multimedia production process, providing a canvas for the creative community and a production tool for professional communicators. With the powerful capabilities of the Apple Media Tool Programming Environment, software engineers are able to become major participants in interactive media creation efforts. Together, these tools deliver Apple's leading multimedia technologies to their respective users allowing them to become creative contributors in the burgeoning interactive media age."

"The visual compositional metaphor of Apple Media Tool appeals to both the novice and sophisticated producer," said Michael Moon, director, executive programs at Gistics, Inc., a multimedia research firm known for its ground breaking research of multimedia producers and cognitive models for interactive applications. "Ease of use and a straight forward visual metaphor for linking graphical objects make it easy for novices to produce something with very little effort."

Features

Fully Power Macintosh native, Apple Media Tool 2.0 is the first product to ever offer direct manipulation interface for integrating QuickTime VR movies into multimedia projects. Apple Media Tool 2.0 also fully supports AppleScript, and is customizable via the Apple Media Tool Programming Environment. Using the Apple Media Tool Programming Environment, customized runtime engines can be designed to deploy Apple Media Tool generated titles on the Internet or ITV as well as develop hooks into media asset databases.

Other new features include: a new improved user interface browser; pervasive drag & drop of media elements from anywhere on the desktop; feature extensibility; custom color palettes; continuous cross screen sound; Rich Text Formats (RTF); HyperText linking; flipbook animation; and cross-platform runtimes for the Mac OS and Windows. Version 2.0 of Apple Media Tool now includes support for

QuickTime 2.1, which makes it possible for developers to create multimedia projects with much higher quality video and animation, and makes it easier to create, edit, synchronize music with video, and playback music on computers without understanding MIDI technology, providing more sophisticated control of QuickTime Movies.

Apple Media Tool and the Apple Media Tool Programming Environment have received many awards including the MacUser "Eddy" Editor's Choice Award for "Best New Multimedia Product of 1993," and was a finalist again in 1994. Apple Media Tool and the Apple Media Tool Programming Environment were also given four stars out of five in both MacWeek and MacUser magazine reviews in 1994.

Distribution, Support and Pricing

The price for Apple Media Tool 2.0 is U.S. $495. To purchase Version 2.0 of Apple Media Tool or other Apple brand software sold by Claris, call 1-800-950-5382. Claris will also be selling Version 2.0 of Apple Media Tool through the ClarisPLUS volume licensing program. ClarisPLUS serves two main customer segments--corporations and education sites- -and is designed to address how enterprise customers want to buy and use Apple and Claris software. ClarisPLUS offers aggressive pricing, flexible volume licensing programs and maintenance.

The Apple Media Tool Programming Environment and the Apple Media Tool 2.0 bundle, which includes Apple Media Tool and the Apple Media Tool Programming Environment are available through APDA, Apple's source for developer tools, by calling 1-800-282-2732 (U.S.), 1-800- 637-0029 (Canada), or (716) 871-6555 (International). The Apple Media Tool 2.0 bundle is U.S. $1195. Individual copies of Apple Media Tool and the Apple Media Tool Programming Environment are available through APDA for U.S. $495 for Apple Media Tool, and U.S. $995 for the Apple Media Tool Programming Environment.

Upgrade Policy and Availability

Existing customers interested in upgrading to version 2.0 of Apple Media Tool can do so through Claris or APDA for U.S. $149. Upgrades to version 2.0 of the Apple Media Tool Programming Environment and the Apple Media Tool 2.0 bundle can be purchased for U.S. $195 and $295 respectively by contacting APDA at 1-800- 282-2732, or sending e-mail to: APDA@applelink.apple.com.

Licensing

Apple currently provides a special license for free distribution of titles created with Apple Media Tool. There is no charge for the license or for distribution rights on the Apple software it covers. The Apple Media Tool product includes a business reply card that users fill out and send to Apple Software Licensing to receive the license package. For questions, call Apple Software Licensing at (512) 919-2645 or contact them via e-mail at sw.license@applelink.apple.com.

Apple Computer, Inc., a recognized pioneer and innovator in the information industry, creates powerful solutions based on easy to use personal computers, servers, peripherals, software, online services, and personal digital assistants. Headquartered in Cupertino, California, Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) develops, manufactures, licenses and markets products, technologies and services for the business, education, consumer, scientific & engineering and government markets in over 140 countries.

If you are considering the purchase of an Apple product and would like to have product information faxed to you, please call 1-800- 462-4396 in the U.S. or 1-800-263- 3394 in Canada. If you do not have a fax machine or would like to locate an Apple authorized reseller near you, please call 1-800-538-9696. Customers outside the U.S. should contact their local Apple representatives for information.

Apple's home page on the World Wide Web: http://www.apple.com/

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Addendum: Examples of Projects Developed Using Apple Media Tool and the Apple Media Tool Programming Environment

MASSACHUSETTS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (MIT)

The Edgerton Project

Multimedia Producer Lynne Bolduc

Students and researchers working on the Edgerton Project at MIT's Center for Educational Computing Initiatives (CECI) needed a multimedia development tool that would be easy enough for non- technical designers to develop rapid prototypes, yet powerful enough that programmers could efficiently add sophisticated features. The ease with which early prototypes can be created, the availability of a powerful, object-oriented scripting language, and the ability to create a sophisticated yet changeable multimedia solution made Apple Media Tool and the Apple Media Tool Programming Environment an appropriate choice for CECI.

ROCHESTER INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (RIT)

School of Photographic Arts and Sciences

Professor Douglas Rea

When Douglas Rea and his students decided it was time to augment the highly acclaimed print magazine E.s.p.r.i.t. with its first interactive multimedia CD-ROM component, CD-ESPRIT, they chose Apple Media Tool and the Apple Media Tool Programming Environment to make it happen. With very little programming experience, but a plethora of creative individuals, producers of CD-ESPRIT needed an authoring tool that would be very easy to learn and use, but would enable students to create subtle, sophisticated multimedia effects and interactivity for playback on both Macintosh and Windows platforms.

INTERACTIVE EDUCATIONAL CD-ROM

Pilgrim New Media

Chip Canty

Cambridge, Massachusetts

Pilgrim's first product, Her Heritage: A Biographical Encyclopedia of Famous American Women, lets users interactively explore the lives of more than 1,000 famous women. The CD-ROM has already earned favorable reviews, recently receiving four stars in a PC Magazine article. Pilgrim New Media needed a cross-platform multimedia authoring tool that would save valuable development time by enabling team members to work in parallel. Because the project had to incorporate thousands of screens, Pilgrim also needed to be able to display content--re- purposed text, photos and film clips--in real time from a custom database. Apple Media Tool and the Apple Media Tool Programming Environment met Pilgrim's needs.

ON-LINE INTERACTIVE ADVERTISING

Diosa Corporation

Bruce Mewhinney

Diosa Corporation needed an easy-to-use multimedia development tool to create interactive on-line advertising and editorials for a new yachting forum on Apple's eWorld on-line service. The Apple Media Tool and Apple Media Tool Programming Environment provides a sophisticated, object-oriented tool that enabled Diosa to simultaneously create ads for both Macintosh computers and Windows-based PCs.

INTERACTIVE MULTIMEDIA BUYER'S GUIDE

Residential Design Corporation (RDC) Interactive Media

Terry Beaubois

Palo Alto, California

In developing an interactive multimedia catalog for home building products, RDC Interactive Media needed a cross-platform multimedia development tool that would minimize development time and maximize the use of space on a CD-ROM--one that would enable RDC to easily build links to a large database. The Apple Media Tool and Programming Environment provided the solution.


Bay Networks Broadens Remoate Access Mgmt
Bay Networks Broadens Management Tools For Enterprise-Wide Remote Access

-- Includes Enhanced Xylogics Network Management Software and Integration with Bay Networks' Optivity" Management Platform --

BILLERICA, Mass., January 8, 1995 -- Bay Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ: BNET) today announced network management software enhancements designed to reduce the amount of time and complexity when configuring and managing remote access products. Through these new enhancements, Bay Networks now offers the broadest and most flexible management features for remote access.

The company has integrated Xylogics Annex Manager management software into the Bay Networks Optivity management system, consolidating control of both Bay Networks' hubs, switches and routers and Xylogics' Remote Annex products into a single point of management. Bay Networks also announced version 2.0 of Xylogics Annex Manager, offering simple menu-driven screens for ease in setup and configuration of remote access servers.

According to Infonetics Research, Inc., nearly 60 percent of network costs for remote access sites, mobile computing and telecommuting are recurring operations expenses. Of these recurring costs, 44 percent are associated with central management time and training. Bay Networks' new control options address these hidden remote access networking costs by providing simpler, more powerful interfaces for configuring, maintaining and managing internetworking systems.

"Universal remote access has become a strategic competitive advantage for companies deploying it as an integral part of doing business," said Grace Carr, vice president of worldwide sales and marketing for Bay Networks' Xylogics business unit. "Consequently, it's critical that remote access be managed as part of a broader internetworking solution. The enhanced Annex Manager software and integration with Optivity Enterprise network management underscore Bay Networks' commitment to delivering powerful enterprise remote access capabilities that can be managed centrally to simplify network management and reduce costs."

Bay Networks' director of network management Jim Goetz, added: "This new integrated management capability is a natural extension of our acquisition of Xylogics. It provides network managers with the ability to easily troubleshoot, configure, monitor, analyze and baseline both their backbone network and remote access solutions from a common application. This approach exemplifies Bay Networks' leadership position in network management and gives customers a powerful tool for managing a growing network."

Central Control for Enterprise Internetworking

Through Bay Networks' Optivity Enterprise software for internetworking products, network managers can now launch Annex Manager to view and configure Xylogics' standalone remote access products in addition to Bay Networks' 5390 remote access hub modules for the System 5000 internetworking platform. As Bay Networks' customers incorporate Xylogics' Remote Annex servers, they will have a single point of control for all internetworking products.

Optivity Enterprise software is a sophisticated, standards-based solution for managing enterprise-wide networks from a single console. It is designed to assist network managers with navigating, monitoring and troubleshooting on an enterprise scale. From that same application, network managers also will be able to view, configure and manage Remote Annex servers, using the same Setup and Customize modes available through Annex Manager. The Optivity family comprises a number of applications, logically grouped to provide full-featured management for any network environment, including workgroups, campus and enterprises.

Remote Annex Management

Annex Manager 2.0 can reduce the cost of network ownership by providing simpler, more powerful network interfaces for setting up remote access servers and configuring network parameters, such as security, port configurations and protocols. It gives network managers two modes of operation:

* Simple menu-driven screens for novice users. Users with little experience in setting up and configuring remote access products now have a time-saving way of installing and maintaining systems.

* With the new Setup mode, an easy-to-use series of sequential menus prompts the operator transparently through the SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) configuration setup. A consistent, point-and-click interface makes access simple for users, regardless of their expertise, and eliminates having to configure the system parameter by parameter.

* Command lines for more technical operators. The Annex Manager's Customize mode enables an operator to set up individual network parameters and gain access to all menu prompts.

Standards-Based Platforms

Optivity Enterprise is based on the leading Unix-based SNMP platforms - HP OpenView, IBM NetView for AIX and SunNet Manager. The Annex Manager operates independently or in conjunction with the same Unix- based SNMP platforms.

Pricing and Availability

Integration of Annex Manager into Optivity Enterprise will be available in the first quarter of 1996. Annex Manager will be bundled with Optivity Enterprise at no additional cost. Annex Manager remains available in a standalone fashion.

Annex Manager 2.0 is available immediately for $495 on such platforms as Sun OS, Solaris, HP, IBM RS/6000 AIX and SCO. Customers on the software service program will automatically receive a no-cost upgrade package.

A demo featuring the Annex Manager /Optivity integration will be available at the Xylogics booth at ComNet, Booth number 656.

Bay Networks, Inc. is a leading worldwide supplier of a full range of highly available, multiprotocol routers, intelligent hubs, high- speed switches, and sophisticated network management products for organizations building enterprise-wide information internetworks. Through the acquisition of Xylogics, a leader in the remote access market, Bay Networks also offers a complete line of award-winning analog, channelized T-1 and ISDN remote access products that provide remote users and offices transparent access to corporate network resources. With more than 1,750 resellers and 1,600 direct sales and service personnel worldwide, Bay Networks markets and supports its comprehensive product suite in 121 offices, providing 7x24 global support coverage. Bay Networks' World Wide Web address is: http://www.baynetworks.com. Bay Networks' Xylogics business unit can be accessed electronically at sales@xylogics.com or through www.xylogics.com. on the World Wide Web.


Farallon Personal Netopia ISDN Modem
Farallon Announces Personal Netopia for Internet Access

A Unique ISDN Individual Solution

ALAMEDA, Calif., January 8, 1996 -- Farallon Computing, Inc., today announced that it has extended its Netopia family of Internet products and services to include the Netopia ISDN Modem, a unique high-speed Internet access solution for individuals, SOHO and telecommuters.

With this announcement, the Netopia Internet Solution now encompasses:

 1. A line of Netopia Internet ISDN workgroup routers and personal

    ISDN modems,

 2. Internet software, and

 3. Internet support services. Farallon's support services provide

    one-stop shopping and assist individuals, workgroups, businesses

    and schools who would like high-speed Internet access but are put

    off by the complexities involved.

For individuals who don't typically have access to corporate support staff, these complexities involve getting the ISDN line provisioned with the telephone company, obtaining Internet service from an Internet service provider (ISP), and configuring the hardware. With its one- of-a-kind Up & Running, Guaranteed! program - Farallon handles it all. The Netopia ISDN Modem will be available in the United States and Canada this quarter.

"Our mission is to make individuals and workgroups more productive over the Internet," said Alan Lefkof, president and CEO. "With the Netopia family, we are providing the first step - a hassle-free way to connect to the Internet over ISDN and get productive quickly."

High-Speed, Cost-Effective Internet Access

The Netopia ISDN Modem delivers high-speed Internet access to individuals. Using Multilink PPP (128K), the Netopia ISDN Modem performs up to four times the speed of the fastest analog modems so that individuals can download large files and multimedia content from the World Wide Web. Because home users are cost conscious and cannot afford separate phone lines for fax and data, Farallon's solution combines voice, fax and data transmission functionality (digital and POTS) into a single ISDN line with two B channels. Additionally, Farallon delivers the easiest and most cost-effective Internet access solution for individuals by offering: Netopia with built-in ISDN "U" interface, bundled Internet connection software, and 30 days of toll-free technical support.

"The Netopia ISDN Modem completes Farallon's ISDN offerings for high- speed Internet access, adding to the Netopia Internet router, software and services," said Barbara Tien, product manager.

Ideal for Internet Access for Individuals

The Netopia ISDN Modem is the ideal solution for home users, small businesses operated out of the home or office, telecommuters, and graphic artists. Home users and small businesses will use the product for high-speed Internet access. Telecommuters will use the high- speed ISDN line to connect to a corporate remote access server to work from home.

Because of its interoperability with the Netopia Internet Router, telecommuters can also use the Netopia ISDN modem to dial in to the Netopia router on the corporate network and share the company's Internet service. Finally, graphic artists, desktop publishers, pre-press shops, and other graphics-focused individuals will use the product for point-to-point, high-speed file transfers, eliminating the need for Syquest disks, and overnight and same-day delivery services.

This in turn enables all these users to receive and transfer information in real time, and thus be more productive.

Netopia ISDN Modem Highlights

Farallon will offer two versions of the Netopia ISDN Modem: one targeted at PC/Windows users and one designed for Macintosh users. The products will provide high-speed Internet access for MacOS, DOS, Windows, and Windows 95 users. Netopia ISDN Modem highlights include:

* Fast dial-up access: Multilink PPP combines both ISDN B channels

  into a single 128Kbps data connection for dial-up Internet or

  LAN access at four times the speed of the fastest analog modems

* Simplified installation: Built-in NT1, DOS/Windows or Mac

  configuration software, and ISDN order codes

* Multi-function (including POTS): Simultaneous voice or fax and data

* Standards compliance: Supports both V.120 protocol and Asynch-Synch

  PPP conversion, ensuring compatibility with Internet service

  providers and corporations. Also supports AT command set for

  compatibility with a wide variety of communications programs.

* Security and reliability: Password authentication protocol (PAP)

  and Farallon reliability

* Bundled Internet connection software:  IP client, PPP client, and

  web browser included

* Support: 30-day toll free technical support and optional Up &

  Running, Guaranteed! support program with a two-node license of

  Timbuktu Pro

Netopia Internet Services

Farallon's first-of-its-kind Internet support program, Up & Running, Guaranteed!, is offered as an option to Netopia ISDN Modem customers at a price of $99. Through the program, individuals will be guaranteed end-to-end Internet connection services, from ordering and provisioning the ISDN line, to connecting to an Internet service provider and helping configure the Netopia ISDN Modem. Another unique feature of the program is the inclusion of a two-node license of Farallon's popular Timbuktu Pro remote control software. The program eliminates the hassles of coordinating and configuring equipment, ISDN phone lines and Internet service - Farallon handles it all.

Netopia Channel Programs

Farallon designed a unique North American channel program around the Netopia family for network VARs and Internet service providers (ISPs). The Netopia Internet Solution Provider (NISP) program recognizes ISPs as a key distribution channel by providing them with opportunities to resell Netopia products. The program includes product discounts, demo units, leasing opportunities, and special support features. Farallon also works with its LAN specialists, StarResellers and Smart Plug and Play Network resellers, for the Netopia Internet family.

Availability

The Netopia ISDN Modem will be initially available in the North American market this quarter. Specific versions will be also available for international markets.

Farallon

For more information, contact your nearest Farallon reseller or Farallon Customer Service at telephone (510) 814-5000, fax (510) 814-5023 or Internet info@farallon.com.  A list of Farallon distributors worldwide is available on the company's Internet World Wide Web server at http://www.farallon.com or from Farallon Customer Service.

Founded in 1986, Farallon Computing, Inc. is a leading supplier of innovative plug-and-play networking products for personal computers. Farallon products are available through distributors and resellers worldwide, as well as through OEM and licensing relationships with other computer vendors. Headquartered in Alameda, Calif., Farallon has offices in Paris and London.

 Farallon Computing

 (510) 814-5000

 info@farallon.com


FIX Stats Statistical Process Control Swr
Intellution and ASI Sign OEM Agreement

Accord brings FIX Stats "Best-in-Class" Statistical Process Control Software (SPC) to the industrial automation marketplace

NORWOOD, MA, JANUARY 11, 1996--Intellution, Inc. today announced that it has signed an OEM agreement with Applied Statistics Inc. (ASI). This resale agreement enables Intellution to market ASI's statistical process control software under the name FIX Stats through its worldwide network of representatives, distributors, and value- added dealers.

"This agreement will have an immediate and profound impact on ASI's and Intellution's customers," says Stephen Rubin, President and CEO of Intellution. "By integrating ASI's award-winning SPC application into Intellution's industry-leading SCADA/MMI product family, our customers are now able to access full SPC functionality, as well as historical trending from within FIX. This best-in-class capability will be especially important and beneficial to those with packaging needs and those in discrete markets."

FIX Stats is a full-function, real-time SPC software application that runs on any version of FIX software higher than 5.5, including the latest version, FIX 6. FIX 6 MMI and SCADA versions are native 32-bit implementations that give users the full power and benefits of Microsoft's Windows 95 and Windows NT 32-bit operating systems.

With FIX Stats, analysis of any process using real-time and recorded data is simple and direct. With the press of a button, FIX Stats quickly creates statistical charts, data tables, and histograms for instant review by the operator. Using FIX Stats, the operator can view up to 225 variables and attributes, and evaluate components to all desired specifications, including static and relative dimensions, process measurements, and variations.

"The partnership between ASI and Intellution gives our customers an opportunity to receive a single solution consisting of two products that are best in their respective applications," says Kehar Singh, president of ASI.

ASI is located in St. Paul, MN. The company develops turnkey, Windows- based, MES software solutions, including electronic shop documents, distributed numerical control, statistical process control, tool/gage management, preventative maintenance, and device connectivity software and hardware.

Intellution is the leading manufacturer of industrial automation software with over 40,000 FIX installations worldwide. The company provides a full line of networked products, ranging from entry-level man-machine interfaces (MMI) to supervisory control and data acquisition software (SCADA) to manufacturing execution systems (MES) for batch applications including; PlantTV, a low-cost universal data viewer that provides over 500 channels of live plant-wide information. Intellution's product family is represented in over 40 countries and is available in 14 languages. The FIX is used by leading companies in virtually every industry worldwide, including 75% of the Fortune 100 industrial companies. Intellution, founded in 1980, is headquartered in Norwood, Massachusetts and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Emerson Electric, St. Louis, Missouri.


Microsoft Games for Windows 95 CD Coming
Microsoft Games for Windows 95 CD Coming Soon to Retail Outlets

Thirty-Nine Playable Trial-Version Games and Demos Allow Users to Experience The Cutting-Edge Performance and Stunning Realism of Gaming on Windows 95

LAS VEGAS - JAN. 8, 1996 - Microsoft Corp. today announced that the Games for Windows 95 CD is scheduled to be available at retail outlets Jan. 15, 1996, priced at approximately $9.95. Microsoft has allied with leading game makers to give users a taste of the power, ease and excitement of gaming under the MicrosoftR Windows 95 operating system. The CD features 39 playable trial-version games and demonstrations developed specifically for Windows 95 and offers a state-of-the-art, interactive 3-D graphical interface.

Games developed for Windows 95, including all the titles on the Games for Windows 95 CD, take advantage of AutoPlay technology, which makes installation of games on Windows 95 as easy as inserting a CD into a computer. New games designed for Windows 95 exploit the operating system's power and features to surpass MS-DOSR operating system- based games and deliver fast, high-resolution graphics, high-fidelity sound, great multiplayer connectivity and digitally precise, responsive joystick control - all without installation hassles. Only games designed specifically for Windows 95 offers this combination of great game performance and ease of installation.

"Finally, users don't need to worry about installing new games on their PCs," said Brad Silverberg, senior vice president of the personal systems division at Microsoft. "Windows 95 offers users everything that an MS-DOS-based or game-machine game does, plus automatic installation, a broad spectrum of titles, unparalleled quality of game play, and access to advanced technology such as multiplayer gaming. The Games for Windows 95 CD is a great way for anyone interested in gaming to try hot new titles and experience the benefits that Windows 95 offers as a leading game platform."

THIRTY-NINE WINDOWS 95-BASED GAMES FEATURED

The Games for Windows 95 CD offers users hours of exciting game play, featuring the hottest games developed for Windows 95. The CD includes fully playable samples of the following titles:

 Al Unser Jr. Arcade Racing (Mindscape Inc.)

 Arcade America (7th Level)

 Atari 2600 Action Pack (Activision Inc.)

 Battle Beast (7th Level)

 Beavis and Butthead in Virtual Stupidity (Viacom New Media)

 Commodore 64 15-Pack (Activision)

 DogZ (PF. Magic)

 DOOM for Windows 95 (id Software)

 Double Switch (Digital Pictures)

 Endorfun (Time Warner Interactive Inc.)

 Full Tilt! Pinball (Maxis)

 Fury3 (Microsoft)

 Havoc (Reality Bytes)

 The Hive (Trimark Interactive)

 Ice & Fire (Zombie)

 Locus (Zombie)

 MechWarrior 2 (Activision)

 Pitfall: The Mayan Adventure (Activision)

 Pressure Drop (Starhill Productions)

 Return Fire (Time Warner)

 Shanghai: Great Moments (Activision)

 SU-27 Flanker (Strategic Simulations Inc.)

 TriTryst (Virgin Interactive Entertainment)

 Under Pressure (Starhill Productions)

 Zork: Nemisis (Activision)

Also included are demonstrations of 13 other game titles for Windows 95.

WINDOWS 95 IS THE PC PLATFORM OF CHOICE FOR THE GAME INDUSTRY

The game industry strongly supports Windows 95. Forty of the game industry's leading companies are shipping more than 75 games and accessories specifically designed to exploit the power and features of Windows 95. Commercial availability of game titles and the Games for Windows 95 CD are the latest steps in the game industry's move to Windows 95. Microsoft announced enhanced gaming support in Windows 95 at the Computer Game Developers Conference in April 1995 and delivered the final Windows 95 Game Development Kit in September 1995. Leading game manufacturers joined Microsoft in launching Windows 95 as a game platform in a special industry event on Oct. 30, 1995.

Leading third-party developers worked aggressively to deliver new Windows 95-based game titles in time for the holiday season and are committed to Windows 95 as the platform of choice for new games in 1996.

"Our first original Windows 95-based title, Full Tilt! Pinball, is selling very well, as is the native Windows 95-based version of SimCity 2000," said Robin Harper, vice president of marketing at Maxis. "Since consumers have exhibited such enthusiasm for both new games and adaptations of existing games on Windows 95, all future Maxis entertainment software will be developed for this platform."

Windows 95 offers features that make it the platform of choice for gaming, including AutoPlay for automatic game installation; the new DirectX APIs for enhanced graphics, sound, joystick control and multi- player connectivity; and Plug and Play to simplify hardware setup.

"Windows 95 is the showcase for unparalleled game play through faster, enhanced graphics and increased sound capabilities," said Bobby Kotick, chairman and CEO of Activision Inc. "Whether running an action, adventure or mystery title, Windows 95 maximizes the potential to bring consumers the most cutting-edge gaming experience available."

"The tidal wave of new titles for Windows 95 and the release of the Games for Windows 95 CD are the latest evidence of the gaming industry's shift to Windows 95 as the primary PC platform for game play," said Tim Bajarin, president of Creative Strategies Research. "By the 1996 holiday season, I expect that most new game titles will be designed specifically to take advantage of the impressive gaming capabilities of Windows 95."

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

To play the Games for Windows 95 CD, users need a Windows 95-compatible PC, 8 MB of memory and a compatible sound card. A compatible joystick is optional.

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ "MSFT") is the worldwide leader in software for personal computers. The company offers a wide range of products and services for business and personal use, each designed with the mission of making it easier and more enjoyable for people to take advantage of the full power of personal computing every day.


MetaTools KPT Power Photos III Ships
MetaTools Ships KPT Power Photos III

Drum Scanned Images and Clipping Paths Give Users Superior, Easy to Use Images

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIF., JAN. 9, 1996 (MACWORLD SAN FRANCISCO)--MetaTools, Inc. (NASDAQ: MTLS), formerly HSC Software, today announced it is shipping KPT Power Photos III, a five CD-ROM collection featuring 375 royalty-free, high-resolution drum-scanned images for only $199. These 375 hand-selected images are pre-press ready and were specifically photographed for this series to meet the demanding needs of today's digital artist.

"KPT Power Photos III offers users a wide range of high-quality images at an extremely affordable price," said John Wilczak, Founder and CEO of MetaTools, Inc. "The collection contains a unique blend of captivating textures, backgrounds and objects that can be used for advertising layouts, brochures, multimedia presentations, and World Wide Web page designs by professionals, small home offices and consumers."

KPT Power Photos III includes the following themes: Retro Toys, Tropical Paradise, Junkyards, Frames, and Spring and Summer Holidays. All images are Macintosh, Windows, Win 95/NT, Sun and Silicon Graphics platform flexible.

KPT Power Photos III images were drum scanned to provide maximum color depth and tonal range for superior quality and output. Convenient built-in channels and clipping paths allow users to quickly use the images with such leading products as Micrografx's Picture Publisher and Adobe Photoshop, by simply selecting and pasting them onto backgrounds to obtain a clean silhouette. In addition, transcflectance channels allow users to paste objects onto backgrounds while maintaining the natural transparencies of the image.

KPT Power Photos III is available through MetaTools' dealers and distributors worldwide. The suggested North America retail price is $199.

For Macintosh users, KPT Power Photos III requires Mac II or greater, System 6.0.7 or greater, 4 Mb of RAM and 1.5 Mb of storage. A 24- bit monitor is recommended. Thirty megabytes of free disk space are required to view images in KPT Power Photos III if images are to be stored on a hard drive. Users can also selectively view images from KPT Power Photos CDs.

For Windows users, KPT Power Photos III requires a 386 IBM PC or compatible running DOS 3.3 or greater or Windows 3.1 or greater, 4 Mb of RAM, 1.5 Mb of storage space and 30 Mb of swapfile space for full-resolution viewing. A 24-bit monitor is recommended.

MetaTools, Inc., designs, develops, publishes, markets and supports software tools for the creation, editing and manipulation of computer graphic images, digital art and Internet/online content for Windows, Macintosh and other operating systems. The Company is located in Santa Barbara County at 6303 Carpinteria Ave., Carpinteria, CA 93013; Tel: 805-566-6200; Fax: 805-566-6385; World Wide Web server: http://www.metatools.com.


NetWare/GroupWise Msg Throughput Increase
Novell Increases Message Throughput with New NetWare Loadable Module Gateways for GroupWise

GroupWise Users Benefit From Enhanced Performance and Ease of System Management

OREM, Utah -- Jan. 8, 1996 -- Novell, Inc. today announced the availability of several new gateways for GroupWise that increase message throughput, reduce customer hardware requirements, and simplify system management by running directly on NetWare 3 and 4 servers as NetWare Loadable Modules (NLMs). The new NLMs can process up to five times as many messages as the same GroupWise gateways running on DOS or OS/2, while enabling customers to integrate management of the network and messaging system on the same cost-effective server platform.

The new NLM gateways for GroupWise include Async for remote connections; Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP), for direct Internet E-mail access; X.400, for integration with native and X.400-compliant environments; OfficeVision/VM (PROFS), for communication with IBM PROFS users; and SNADS, for access to IBM's SNADS users.

"These new NLMs address the two major issues associated with running a messaging system: implementation costs and speed," said Steve Adams, vice president, marketing, Novell GroupWare Division. "These products reduce the number of server machines required to maintain the system, as well as cut system administration costs. Furthermore, integration between GroupWise, NetWare, and Novell's ManageWise network management solution produces even lower system costs for organizations, and more simplified tasks for system administrators and MIS managers."

"As one of Novell's primary GroupWise integrators, teltrust.com relies on the powerful throughput of the Async NLM gateway to provide support for more than 4000 external domains on our Novell reseller RECS-Hub," said Sean O'Gwin, vice president, consulting services, teltrust.com. "Because the NLMs take full advantage of the multi-threading environment of NetWare, we now have a more reliable messaging system that will accommodate multiple thousands of users. We also save a significant amount of money on hardware by running the NLM right on the file server."

The NLM gateways for GroupWise are key components in Novell's strategy to provide rich access to a Smart Global Network from a broad range of desktop and server platforms. All GroupWise gateways provide common services, ensuring the consistent handling of message information as it flows in and out of the GroupWise system. Novell is the only messaging vendor in the industry that designs, builds and supports its own gateways to connect GroupWise customers to multiple E-mail systems, including the Internet.

NLM Gateways

Async NLM Gateway - The Async NLM gateway connects remote users and GroupWise domains across a dial-up connection. This multi- threaded gateway supports up to 32 modems.

SMTP NLM Gateway - The SMTP NLM gateway allows GroupWise users to send/receive Internet E-mail messages. The GroupWise Universal In Box is the access point for all messages. Each GroupWise user is automatically assigned a native Internet address. Support for Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions (MIME) to be released in Q1'96 will also allow GroupWise users to seamlessly exchange messages with other SMTP and MIME-compliant Internet mail users for more accurate interpretation and presentation by the receiving mail agent.

X.400 NLM Gateway - The X.400 NLM gateway allows GroupWise to operate on an X.400 backbone or Value-Added Network. The GroupWise client becomes an X.400-compliant User Agent that can exchange messages with native X.400 User Agents or other messaging systems that use an X.400-compliant gateway. Each GroupWise user is automatically assigned an X.400 address.

Office Vision/VM NLM Gateway - The OV/VM NLM gateway lets GroupWise users and IBM's Office Vision/VM (formerly PROFS) users exchange messages, appointments and attachments. The gateway also supports directory synchronization, bi-directional scheduler free-time searches, and user migration.

SNADS NLM Gateway - IBM's SNADS is a mail routing system that runs on mini- and mainframe computers using an IBM operating system. The GroupWise SNADS NLM gateway lets GroupWise and SNADS users exchange messages, appointments and attachments with SNADS-based E-mail systems.

5 Million Users Worldwide

With 5 million users worldwide including Kinko's Copy Centers and Domino's Pizza, GroupWise was the first and remains the only enterprise- wide, collaborative computing application to integrate electronic mail, personal calendaring, group scheduling, task management, Internet messages, faxes, paging, rules-based message management and workflow routing. Its Universal In Box allows users to access and act on information in one place, eliminating the need to piece together information from separate applications or gather information from several different locations. Because of its messaging-based architecture, GroupWise is able to deliver and receive information immediately instead of making users wait for predetermined replication periods.

Availability and Pricing

The Async, SMTP and X.400 gateways are now available. The Office Vision/VM and SNADS gateways will be available in Q1'96. The GroupWise NLM gateways are sold separately from the GroupWise Admin/Client pack and Server Pack. Suggested retail prices for the NLM gateways are Async, $495; SMTP, $2,995; X.400, $4,295; and the Office Vision/VM and SNADS NLM gateways, $9,995 each. For more information on the GroupWise NLM gateways or other GroupWare products and services, please call Novell GroupWare Product Information at (800) 861-2507 or access the Novell World Wide Web site at http://www.novell.com.

Novell (NASDAQ: NOVL) is the world's leading network software provider. Novell software provides the infrastructure for a networked world, enabling our customers to connect with other people and the information they need, anytime and anyplace. Novell partners with other technology and market leaders to help customers make networks a part of their everyday lives.


Apple Cross-Platform 3D file Internet Std.
Apple Announces Cross-Platform 3D File Standard for the Internet

3DMF Enables Browsers to Exchange and View 3D Models Across Macintosh, PC and UNIX Platforms; Available for License at No Charge to Developers

MACWORLD, SAN FRANCISCO, California--January 9, 1996--Leveraging its acknowledged expertise in 3D technology, Apple Computer, Inc. today announced the company's 3DMF (3D Metafile) format as a proposed standard for 3D graphics exchange across the Internet. 3DMF technology is fully cross-platform across MacOS, Microsoft Windows, and UNIX to enable 3D graphics exchange between applications and operating systems with no loss of image quality or information.

Apple is in discussions with leading browser companies to incorporate 3DMF into their software and 3DMF has also been embraced by graphics programs as a way to easily share 3D models and images across networks and disks. To accelerate the implementation of 3DMF across the World Wide Web and the software industry, 3DMF may be licensed at no charge for use in commercial and non-commercial applications.

Apple is also proposing 3DMF as a file extension to VRML (Virtual Reality Modeling Language)--the new Internet standard for 3D online 'worlds'. Apple has proposed 3DMF to the VRML Architecture Group (VAG) as an open file exchange format and has started an ongoing dialogue with members of the VAG on 3D strategies for the Internet.

"The development community has expressed tremendous interest in QuickDraw 3D and in the QuickDraw 3D metafile specification," said Kai-Fu Lee, vice president of Apple's Interactive Media Group. "With support from over 50 developers, such as Adobe Systems, Macromedia Inc., Specular International, and Strata Inc., and keen interest from the Web browser market, Apple is poised to deliver sophisticated 3D graphics and performance into mainstream computing markets."

3DMF Information

3DMF is the file format supported by QuickDraw 3D--Apple's new cross- platform 3D API (Application Programming Interface) for Power Macintosh (available immediately) and Microsoft Windows (Spring 1996 general availability). MacUser, the leading monthly magazine for business buyers of Apple Macintosh computers, just selected QuickDraw 3D as the 1995 Editor's Choice Award winner for Breakthrough Technology of the Year.

3DMF represents a standardized format for displaying and saving 3D models--a standard that preserves not only the object's geometry and color, but also its shading, lighting and texture, as well as its relative 'position' in 3D space. Without 3DMF, 3D models must be converted between software packages, frequently resulting in the loss of visual information and data.

Equally important, 3DMF allows unique attributes to be saved and exchanged among applications. For example, if a program uses a custom effect to create a 3D object, it would normally be impossible to view that file in any other program without the loss of that information. Saved as a 3DMF file, this same object would retain its unique, application- specific attributes in any other program or browser, despite their not supporting this feature directly.

3DMF Support

"Apple's 3DMF is a strong step toward an inclusive standard for sensual interfaces to the Internet and the Web," said Mark Pesce, co-creator of VRML. "3DMF creates an elegant paradigm for the sharing of 3D objects across many different hardware platforms. Apple's willingness to join with the VRML community in the creation of future extensions to VRML is a clear sign that we're moving together into cyberspace."

"3DMF represents an important step in Web-oriented 3D file exchange," said Tony Parisi, founder and Chief Technical Officer for Intervista Software, Inc. Mr. Parisi is the co-creator of VRML and a lead developer of the WorldView VRML Web Browser for Power Macintosh and the PC. "Intervista is actively evaluating 3DMF and we believe that Apple is making the right move in offering this open standard to the online community. 3D will take the Web by storm through VRML, and 3DMF is a compelling solution to viewing 3D graphics across diverse platforms."

"Apple has taken a bold step in creating the 'lingua franca' of 3D graphics," said Neil Trevett, vice president of marketing for 3Dlabs, Inc. 3Dlabs is the acknowledged front-runner in 3D graphics chips and the source for the industry-leading GLINT and PERMEDIA 3D chip designs. "The 3D graphics market has long needed a standard format to exchange data--something similar to the PICT format used for 2D graphics files. With 3DMF, users can now easily cut and paste 3D graphics between applications and across the Web with no loss of data or visual impact. We congratulate Apple on taking the leading role in this area and look forward to a continued close relationship with them for QuickDraw 3D and 3DMF."

Developer Information

3DMF developer information may be obtained by visiting the QuickDraw 3D home page at http://www.info.apple.com/qd3d/ or by emailing escher.dev@applelink.apple.com. The 3DMF specification and the cross-platform parser are also available immediately from the QuickDraw 3D home page.

Apple Computer, Inc., a recognized pioneer and innovator in the information industry, creates powerful solutions based on easy to use personal computers, servers, peripherals, software, online services, and personal digital assistants. Headquartered in Cupertino, California, Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) develops, manufactures, licenses and markets products, technologies and services for the business, education, consumer, scientific & engineering and government markets in over 140 countries.

If you are considering the purchase of an Apple product and would like to have product information faxed to you, please call 1-800- 462-4396 in the U.S. or 1-800-263-3394 in Canada. If you do not have a fax machine or would like to locate an Apple authorized reseller near you, please call 1-800-538-9696. Customers outside the U.S. should contact their local Apple representatives for information.

Apple's home page on the World Wide Web: http://www.apple.com/


Apple Ships Enhanced Development Tools

Release 19 of E.T.O. and MPW Pro Delivers Power Macintosh Platform Performance and Functionality Through Rich, Affordable Tools for Developers

MACWORLD, SAN FRANCISCO, California--January 9, 1996--Continuing its commitment to provide a rich development toolset for Apple Macintosh and native Power Macintosh development, Apple Computer, Inc. today announced shipment of release 19 of its E.T.O.: Essentials * Tools * Objects, and MPW Pro development products. New software components included in these products make it easier for developers to adopt key Mac OS technologies and to develop higher-performance applications while shortening time to market. Developers can see a demonstration of the tools during MacWorld Expo San Francisco, January 9-12 in the North Hall at the Developer Central booth #3400.

"We have listened to the needs of our developer community and responded with key enhancements and new features in this release of our core development tools," said Ricardo Gonzalez, acting manager of Apple's Developer Tools Product Marketing Group. "We're particularly pleased with the tools for facilitating the development of fast applications--MrC/MrCpp, our new C/C++ compiler, and MrPlus, a new performance tuning tool. Additionally our new runtime software, CFM-68K and SOMobjects for Mac OS, will simplify the development of both procedural and object-oriented shared libraries."

E.T.O. and MPW Pro: Release 19 Major Features

MRC/MRCPP 1.0

Highly-optimizing C and C++ compilers which developers can use to create native Power Macintosh applications with considerably faster runtime performance than if built using other popular compilers. Performance improvements vary with the application, but some test cases have shown up to 25% improvement.

MACAPP 3.3

A significant upgrade to Apple's popular object-oriented application development framework. It features many performance enhancements and includes integrated support for system technologies such as Open Scripting Architecture (the foundation on which AppleScript is built), Drag-and-Drop, and PowerTalk mailers.

POWER MACINTOSH DEBUGGER 2.0

An even easier-to-use version of Apple's standard one- and two-system debugger.

CFM-68K

The first release of Code Fragment Manager for 68K Macintosh systems, runtime software that enables developers to create shared libraries and drop-in code modules for 680x0-based applications in much the same way they do today for native Power Macintosh applications.

SOMOBJECTS FOR MAC OS

The first release of SOMobjects for Mac OS, an object-oriented programming technology for building, packaging and manipulating binary class libraries. SOM adds value to CFM-68K runtime because it can be used to develop an object-oriented programming interface to a shared library.

SC/SCPP

New C and C++ compilers which generate 68K code and which support the new CFM-68K runtime model.

MRPLUS

An early development release of MrPlus, a new performance tuning environment for helping accelerate native Power Macintosh applications. MrPlus can monitor runtime execution of an application, then rearrange code for optimal usage of the PowerPC instruction cache and reduce the number of page faults in a system with virtual memory enabled. MrPlus can also act as a profiling and code coverage tool.

Lower Price

Apple has lowered the price of both E.T.O. and MPW Pro to make the tools more accessible for all developers interested in writing applications for the Macintosh and Power Macintosh platforms. The price for the E.T.O. Complete New Subscriber Package has been lowered to U.S. $595 (from U.S. $795). This includes printed manuals for major components, three CDs containing the software (MPW Pro, Symantec C++ for Power Macintosh, and Inside Macintosh), and automatic delivery of the next two E.T.O. releases for free. Releases occur in April, August and December each year. The price of a one year E.T.O. subscription renewal has been lowered to U.S. $195 (from U.S. $295).

The price for MPW Pro has been lowered to U.S. $195 (from U.S. $295). This includes the software on CD and two printed introductory manuals. Other manuals are included in electronic form on the CD or printed manuals can be ordered for a separate charge. Current MPW Pro customers can upgrade to MPW Pro release 19 for U.S. $75.

E.T.O. and MPW Pro are available through APDA, Apple's source for development tools and related programming products. In the United States customers can call 1-800-282-2732. In Canada call 1-800-637- 0029. All other customers can call 1-716-871-6555.

Apple Computer, Inc., recognized pioneer and innovator in the information industry, creates powerful solutions based on easy-to-use personal computers, servers, peripherals, software, on-line services and personal digital assistants. Based in Cupertino, California, Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) develops, manufactures, licenses and markets products, technologies and services for the business, education, consumer, scientific, engineering and government markets in more than 140 countries.

If you are considering the purchase of an Apple product and would like to have product information faxed to you, please call 1-800- 462-4396 in the U.S. or 1-800-263-3394 in Canada. If you do not have a fax machine or would like to locate an Apple authorized reseller near you, please call 1-800-538-9696. Customers outside the U.S. should contact their local Apple representatives for information.

Apple's home page on the World Wide Web: http://www.apple.com/

Apple's development tools home page: http://www.devtools.apple.com


Apple Speech Recognition Manager Swr Dev Kit
Apple Seeds Developers with Speech Recognition Manager Software Development Kit

MACWORLD, SAN FRANCISCO, California--January 9, 1996--Apple Computer, Inc. today announced that it has begun seeding developers with Apple's new Speech Recognition Manager software developer's kit. The Speech Recognition Manager consists of a new application programming interface (API) and extension that allow developers to easily incorporate Apple's speech recognition technology into Apple Macintosh software applications. This is the same speech recognition technology found in Apple's PlainTalk 1.4 suite of speech recognition and speech synthesis capabilities.

"We like to stay one step ahead of the crowd, and Apple technologies like this one help us do that," said Todd Farrington, producer of the IndyCar Racing II by Papyrus Design Group, Inc. "Apple made it easy; there was almost no reason not to incorporate this ability. The technology--part of the Macintosh operating system--can add significant enjoyment to the user, yet it was insignificant to our production schedule because Apple's Speech Recognition Manager made it so easy to incorporate."

With speech-savvy applications, customers will be able to interact with their computers by talking. This means users of education, entertainment, and business software will have a new and more natural interface on top of the already intuitive graphical user interface provided by the Mac OS. A current example of this expanded interface is Apple's Speakable Items utility. This is a simple application that uses the Speech Recognition Manager, and it is included with Apple's Power Macintosh 7500 and 8500 computers.

The Speakable Items utility allows the user to give commands to his or her Macintosh computer via the PlainTalk microphone, and the Macintosh then executes those commands.

"We believe that the best way for our customers to benefit from speech recognition technology on the Macintosh is to provide developers with an easy and inexpensive way to include what is considered one of the industry's best speech recognition engines available in their applications," said Dr. Kai-Fu Lee, vice president of Apple's Interactive Media Group.

The Speech Recognition Manager will run on any Macintosh or PowerBook computer that uses a PowerPC processor, has 16-bit sound input, and has a PlainTalk microphone or an AudioVision monitor.

To obtain the software developer's kit, developers may contact Apple Developer Support via telephone by calling (408) 996-1010, or e-mail: DEVSUPPORT@AppleLink.Apple.com. The software developer's kit can also be accessed at the developer information FTP site: ftp.info.apple.com on the following directory path: Apple Support Area / Apple Software Updates / US / Macintosh / System.

Apple Computer, Inc., a recognized pioneer and innovator in the information industry, creates powerful solutions based on easy-to-use personal computers, servers, peripherals, software, online services, and personal digital assistants. Headquartered in Cupertino, California, Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) develops, manufactures, licenses and markets products, technologies and services for the business, education, consumer, scientific & engineering, and government markets in over 140 countries.

If you are considering the purchase of an Apple product and would like to have product information faxed to you, please call 1-800- 462-4396 in the U.S. or 1-800-263-3394 in Canada. If you do not have a fax machine or would like to locate an Apple authorized reseller near you, please call 1-800-538-9696. Customers outside the U.S. should contact their local Apple representatives for information.

Apple's home page on the World Wide Web: http://www.apple.com/


AppleVision 1710 Monitor
New AppleVision 1710 Monitor Offers High Resolution, Trinitron Technology at a Competitive Price

MACWORLD EXPO, SAN FRANCISCO, California--January 9, 1996--Continuing its tradition of offering cutting edge display technologies at affordable prices, Apple Computer, Inc. today announced immediate availability of the AppleVision 1710. This 17 inch multiple scan color display offers high resolution and the superior brightness and clarity of the Trinitron tube for mainstream business users of Power Macintosh, Mac-compatible, OS/2 and Windows-based computer systems.

"Customer's who use their display several hours a day expect outstanding screen clarity so that it's comfortable to look at, and high-screen resolution so they can view more of their work in greater detail," said Rick McEachern, product line manager for Apple display products. "As both a hardware and software company, Apple is able to provide intuitive software that makes the display's powerful features easily accessible. And the display's built-in compatibility makes it a perfect choice for demanding mainstream business customers using any of the popular computing platforms on the market today."

This 17 inch (16.1 inch viewable image size) multiple scan monitor uses the latest 0.26 mm stripe pitch Sony Trinitron tube for sharp, clear images. Multiple resolution support allows customers to switch to the resolution most appropriate for the work being done. The display boasts a maximum resolution of 1280x1024 at a 75Hz refresh rate, or can address 1600x1200 resolution at 60Hz. All display features are easily controlled through an intuitive Macintosh software control panel. The AppleVision 1710 display is also Windows 95 plug and play compatible right out of the box, making it an ideal choice for a mixed computing environment.

Color Calibration Technologies

The AppleVision 1710 leverages Apple's unique DigitalColor technologies which debuted in the AppleVision 1710AV last summer. DigitalColor provides automatic color calibration and correction for the effects of ambient room light and CRT aging, resulting in improved color fidelity, stability and accuracy over time. Like the AppleVision 1710AV, Apple's newest display supports ColorSync 2.0, Apple's color management system, and facilitates the selection of PANTONE Colors via the PANTONE Color Picker.

The AppleVision 1710 is compliant with all major energy and safety standards, including VESA, DPMS, MPR II and EnergyStar. It also includes an energy-saving innovation that puts the monitor into a zero watt sleep state when not in use, saving significant energy costs.

Availability and Price

The AppleVision 1710 is available immediately through Apple authorized resellers worldwide and is expected to sell in the U.S. for less than $999. Apple's 17 inch display product line also includes the AppleVision 1710AV and the Apple Multiple Scan 1705 displays, providing a broad range of features at affordable prices, suitable for a wide range of customer requirements and uses. For the location of the nearest reseller, customers in the U.S. can call 800-538-9696, ext. 525. Customers outside the United States should contact their local Apple representatives for information.

Apple Computer, Inc., a recognized pioneer and innovator in the information industry, creates powerful solutions based on easy-to-use personal computers, servers, peripherals, software, online services, and personal digital assistants. Headquartered in Cupertino, California, Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) develops, manufactures, licenses and markets products, technologies and services for the business, education, consumer, scientific & engineering and government markets in over 140 countries.

If you are considering the purchase of an Apple product and would like to have product information faxed to you, please call 1-800- 462-4396 in the U.S. or 1-800-263-3394 in Canada. If you do not have a fax machine or would like to locate an Apple authorized reseller near you, please call 1-800-538-9696. Customers outside the U.S. should contact their local Apple representatives for information.

Apple's home page on the World Wide Web: http://www.apple.com/


Apple & Adobe Video Publishing Solution
Apple and Adobe Announce Video Publishing Solution for the Desktop Video Market

Select Power Macintosh 8500 Systems to Ship Bundled with Premiere and After Effects Software; Customer Savings of Over $1000

CUPERTINO, California--January 9, 1996--Building on both companies' strengths in the area of video and image editing solutions, Apple Computer, Inc. and Adobe Systems, Inc. have announced a limited edition of Power Macintosh 8500 systems which will come bundled with Adobe Premiere and After Effects, currently two of the leading video and special effects solutions available on the market.

The Apple and Adobe video publishing solution includes a native Power Macintosh version of Adobe Premiere 4.2, a powerful digital video editing program that enables users to create movies on the desktop; Adobe After Effects 3.0, a high-quality compositing, 2D animation and special effects program; and a Power Macintosh 8500 with 16MB of RAM, a 2GB hard drive and a quad speed CD-ROM. This limited edition bundle is expected to have an estimated street price starting at around U.S. $4799--a savings of well over U.S. $1000 if purchased separately--and expected to become available on January 26, 1996.

"More and more, desktop publishers and multimedia content developers need to incorporate video and make their 2D and 3D images 'come alive'- -so Apple and Adobe have responded by providing the most powerful, effective and unique tools for their needs," said Mike Dionne, senior vice president of Apple America's Business Markets. "Premiere and After Effects--which have been optimized for Power Macintosh--combined with the price/performance of the feature-rich Power Macintosh 8500 computer and the easy-to-use Mac OS are powerful and unprecedented tools that the desktop video editing market demands."

"This bundle is just one more example of Apple and Adobe's commitment to developing solutions that make it easier for our customers to create visually rich information," said John Kunze, vice president of Graphics and Publishing Products, Adobe Systems. "The performance of the Power Macintosh provides Adobe Premiere and After Effects users with the necessary power to fulfill their demanding video editing and output requirements. Our software running on the Power Macintosh platform is a leading solution for the desktop video market."

The bundle promotion is expected to run from January 26, 1996 through March 31, 1996 . Pricing and availability may vary outside the U.S. Customers can locate a nearby Apple authorized reseller by calling (800) 538-9696.

Adobe Systems Incorporated, founded in 1982, is headquartered in Mountain View, California. Adobe develops, markets and supports computer software products and technologies that enable users to create, display, print and communicate electronic documents. The company licenses its technology to major computer, printing, and publishing suppliers, and markets a line of applications software and type products for authoring visually rich documents. Additionally, the company markets a line of powerful, but easy-to-use, products for home and small business users. Adobe has subsidiaries in Europe and the Pacific Rim serving a worldwide network of dealers and distributors. Adobe's 1994 revenue was approximately $598 million.

Apple Computer, Inc., a recognized pioneer and innovator in the information industry, creates powerful solutions based on easy-to-use personal computers, servers, peripherals, software, on-line services, and personal digital assistants. Headquartered in Cupertino, California, Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) develops, manufactures, licenses and markets products, technologies and services for the business, education, consumer, scientific, engineering and government markets in more than 140 countries.

If you are considering the purchase of an Apple product and would like to have product information faxed to you, please call 1-800- 462-4396 in the U.S. or 1-800-263-3394 in Canada. If you do not have a fax machine or would like to locate an Apple authorized reseller near you, please call 1-800-538-9696. Customers outside the U.S. should contact their local Apple representatives for information.

Apple's home page on the World Wide Web: http://www.apple.com/


Apple Expands Breadth of Newton Solutions
Apple Expands Breadth of Newton Solutions with Greater PC Integration and Enhanced Development Environment for Newton 2.0

Newton Developers Show a Range of New Business, Communications Solutions at Macworld

CUPERTINO, California--January 8, 1996--Apple Computer, Inc. continues to enhance Newton 2.0, its latest version of the Newton operating system, with a suite of products that improves the integration of Newton PDAs with both Mac OS- and Windows-based personal computers. The company is also offering tools that provide a more powerful development environment for third-party developers. These enhancements expand the scope for the development of Newton solutions and are being announced at Macworld Exposition, being held at the Moscone Convention Center in San Francisco, January 9-12.

Newton 2.0 is a major revision of the Newton operating system and is a response to more than two years of extensive customer feedback and user testing. It is designed to advance the Newton platform by providing improved organizational and communications capabilities, as well as the ability to integrate Newton PDAs with cross-platform desktop systems and enterprise environments.

Desktop Integration

Several new products from Apple will help simplify the process of exchanging information between a Newton PDA and a Mac OS- or Windows- based personal computer.

Newton Backup Utility (NBU)

Both the Mac and Windows version of the Newton Backup Utility are now available online (please refer to editor's note for online locations). NBU allows customers to back up and restore Newton 2.0 information to a personal computer and also installs software packages from a PC to a Newton PDA. NBU also allows owners of previous versions of the Newton OS to move their existing Newton data to the 2.0 platform. The online prerelease versions of NBU are available free of charge.

Newton Press

Because of the overwhelming interest in Newton Press, a new software application from Apple that provides a drag-and-drop method for the creation of electronic books for Newton PDAs from files on a personal computer, Apple is distributing a prerelease version to customers online. Newton Press for the Mac OS is available now and the prerelease Windows version is expected to be available early this year (please refer to editor's note for online locations). The online prerelease versions of Newton Press are also available free of charge.

Newton books are created by simply dropping text files onto the Newton Press icon, which automatically formats the read-only document so it can be easily viewed on a Newton PDA. Documents such as travel itineraries, meeting agendas, price lists, and maps are readily available to reference, annotate, fax or print.

Third-Party PC Integration Products

In addition to the integration products from Apple, the company has been working with its third-party developers to offer customers a wide variety of productivity solutions for the Newton platform, the following of which are being demonstrated in the Apple booth at Macworld (South Hall, Room 103).

Business and Information Management

-- ACT! for Newton from Symantec Corporation

-- Pocket Quicken for Newton and Pocket Quicken Connect from Intuit Inc.

-- Meeting Maker XP for Newton from ON Technology

-- FileMaker Pro 3.0 Companion for Newton from Claris Corporation

-- Now Synchronize v. 1.5 for Newton from Now Software

Custom Forms Development

-- Informed Designer from Shana Corporation

-- FormLogic 1.1 from Wright Strategies

Two-way Wireless Messaging and Internet Access

-- Wireless messaging services using:

   - the WyndMAIL service on the RAM network with the Megahertz

     AllPoints modem

   - the RadioMail service on the ARDIS network with the Motorola

     Personal Messenger 100D card

-- NetHopper from AllPen Software

Enhanced Development Environment

New developer tools and utilities enable a whole new range of solutions for customers to use with their Newton PDAs. A vital feature for customers is the ability to synchronize Newton data with a specific application on their personal computer or in an enterprise environment. This is made possible with a key technology called Desktop Integration Libraries (DILs), a set of application programming interfaces (APIs) that developers use to create direct links between applications on Newton PDAs and PCs so that data can be synchronized seamlessly between them.

For example, customers with either a Mac OS- or Windows-based PC can now synchronize their personal schedule kept in ON Technology's Meeting Maker at the office, with the schedule on their Newton PDA, keeping their daily and weekly agenda close at hand throughout the day. If a change is made on the Newton PDA, the new information can then be directly synchronized back to the main calendar.

The following products incorporate DILs technology and will be shown in the Apple booth at Macworld.

 ACT! for Newton by Symantec Corp.

 Meeting Maker XP for Newton by ON Technology

 FileMaker Pro 3.0 Companion for Newton by Claris Corp.

 Now Synchronize v. 1.5 for Newton by Now Software, Inc.

Developer Tools

The developer community is a critical part of Newton's success and the new tools introduced today play a key role in providing developers with a superior development environment. The new tools include:

Newton Toolkit (NTK) version 1.6 for Mac OS-based computers. Along with support for Newton 2.0, NTK 1.6 is also optimized for Power Macintosh and delivers additional debugging tools, enabling software developers to create more high performance applications for the Newton platform than for any other PDA platform.

In an effort to broaden its developer base and to address strong demand for Newton software development tools for the Windows platform, a prerelease version of NTK 1.6 for Windows is being distributed to selected developers and is expected to be available by mid year 1996.

Apple Computer, Inc., a recognized pioneer and innovator in the information industry, creates powerful solutions based on easy-to- use personal computers, servers, peripherals, software, on-line services, and personal digital assistants. Headquartered in Cupertino, California, Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) develops, manufactures, licenses and markets products, technologies and services for the business, education, consumer, scientific, engineering and government markets in over 140 countries.

NOTE TO EDITORS: Newton Backup Utility (Mac OS and Windows versions) and Newton Press (prerelease Mac OS version) are available online through the following paths:

World Wide Web

http://www.info.apple.com/newton/solutions

America Online

Newton Resource Center (Keyword "Newton")

Info from Apple

Compuserve

Go "Newton"

Browse Libraries

Library # 23 Info from Apple

eWorld

World of Newton (Shortcut "Newton")

Newton News & Information

Newton 2.0 Information

If you are interested in receiving Apple press releases by fax, call 1-800-AAPL-FAX (1-800-227-5329) and enter your PIN number. If you do not have a PIN, please call the Public Relations Hotline at 408- 974-2042.

If you are considering the purchase of an Apple product and would like to have product information faxed to you, please call 1-800- 462-4396 in the U.S. or 1-800-263-3394 in Canada. If you do not have a fax machine or would like to locate an Apple authorized reseller near you, please call 1-800-538-9696. Customers outside the U.S. should contact their local Apple representatives for information.

Apple's home page on the World Wide Web:

   http://www.apple.com/

Newton home page on the World Wide Web:

   http://www.info.apple.com/newton


Asante 16-Port Intelligent Hub
ASANTE INTRODUCES 16-PORT INTELLIGENT HUB OFFERS MANAGEABLE WORKGROUP SOLUTION AT $49 PER PORT

MACWORLD EXPO, SAN FRANCISCO, JANUARY 9, 1996 - Asante Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:ASNT), a leading provider of Ethernet and Fast Ethernet networking products, today announced the AsanteHub 1016-IQ, an intelligent 16-port Ethernet hub that delivers easy network management, plug-and-play flexibility, network expansion capability and a cost- effective alternative to 12-port offerings. At $899 list and an estimated retail price of $700, the hub is ideal for small- and medium- sized workgroup networks.

The AsanteHub 1016-IQ is on display this week at Macworld Expo San Francisco, January 9-12. Asante is located at booth #1035 in the South Hall of the Moscone Center.

The 1016 hub succeeds Asante's 1012 hub, which will phase out over the next two months. The 12-port hub was redesigned to meet customer demand for increased port density, integrated management, easy set-up, and an affordable network upgrade solution. The AsanteHub 1016-IQ is compatible with the AsanteHub 1012 and can integrate easily into existing 1012 networks.

"The AsanteHub 1016-IQ targets the workgroup customer looking for a low-risk entry into managed networking," said Paul Smith, vice president of marketing at Asante. "At $49 per port, it's the best value on the market today - priced even better than any 12-port hub available."

The AsanteHub 1016-IQ is equipped with 16 RJ-45 ports as well as AUI and BNC ports for uplinking to a thick, thin, 10BASE-T or fiber-optic backbone. The hub is uniquely designed to handle simultaneous usage of the AUI and BNC connectors, making it easy to expand the network by cascading from the 1016-IQ to other hubs without sacrificing an RJ-45 port.

The 1016-IQ also delivers advanced networking features, including MAC-to-IP mapping. This feature maps a fixed MAC (Media Access Control) address to its assigned IP (Internet Protocol) address, which allows the network manager to easily track users and profile every node on the network.

In addition, the AsanteHub 1016-IQ includes built-in SNMP support, eliminating the need for an add-on management module. The 1016-IQ is manageable from any SNMP-compatible or Telnet console, including HP OpenView, SunNet Manager and IBM NetView, as well as the newest version of Asante's own network management program, AsanteView 2.6.

It is to the customer's advantage, however, to use AsanteView with the 1016-IQ. By design, both products work together to simplify the time and effort involved in the initial configuration of the hub. Unlike other hubs that are not pre-configured with an IP address - the network administrator goes through several time-consuming steps to assign an IP address allowing management of the network - the AsanteHub 1016-IQ has a plug-and-play option to simplify installation. With this option, the 1016-IQ negotiates an IP address with AsanteView, permitting quick configuration of the hub over the network. The 1016-IQ is then up and running in minutes. This is especially useful for out-of-band network management and remote configuration of the hub.

The 1016-IQ includes a LED display for monitoring network vital signs at a glance. The LEDs include indicators for power, collisions, network traffic and link integrity diagnostics.

PRICING AND AVAILABILITY

The AsanteHub 1016-IQ is available immediately through a worldwide network of VARs, system integrators, computer retail stores and distributors. The hub is covered under a unique lifetime warranty program, which guarantees free technical support and replacement of defective products.

ABOUT ASANTE Founded in 1988, Asante Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:ASNT) designs, manufactures and markets a full line of high-performance products for Ethernet and Fast Ethernet networks, including adapter card, intelligent and non-intelligent hubs, bridges, switches and network management software. For additional information, contact Asante Technologies at 800-662-9686 or browse the company's World Wide Web home page at http://www.asante.com.


Asante MacCon CS & FriendlyNet PC Card
ASANTE BROADENS MACINTOSH ADAPTER LINE WITH NEW COMSLOT ADAPTER & PC CARD

OFFERS RELIABLE, AFFORDABLE CONNECTION TO ETHERNET LANS

MACWORLD EXPO, SAN FRANCISCO, JANUARY 9, 1996 - Asante Technologies, a leading provider of Ethernet and Fast Ethernet networking products, today introduced the MacCon CS card and FriendlyNet PC Card, two new network adapters for Macintosh and PowerBook users who need a flexible, low-cost Ethernet LAN connection. At list prices starting at $89 and $189 respectively, Asante's new adapter cards are the lowest-priced cards of their kind on the market today.

Both the MacCon CS card and FriendlyNet PC Card is on display this week for the first time at Macworld Expo San Francisco, January 9- 12. Asante is located at booth #1035 in the South Hall of the Moscone Center.

The Asante MacCon CS card is an Ethernet add-on card for Apple Macintosh computers with a communications slot, including the popular Performa and LC series, Power PC 5200 and 6200 series and the Quadra 630. The MacCon CS card offers plug-and-play installation, uses standard drivers and comes bundled with diagnostic software for easy troubleshooting making it ready to use right out of the box. The MacCon CS card is available in two versions to support either 10BASE-T or 10BASE-2 media. The street price for the MacCon CS 10BASE-T card is $73 and for the 10BASE-2 card the price is $83. The MacCon CS card is a low- cost solution for network administrators who need to provide users with an Ethernet LAN connection while utilizing their PDS slot for other enhancements.

The Asante FriendlyNet PC Card utilizes the PCMCIA slot in Apple's new PowerPC-based PowerBook 5300 and 190 series computers. The slim, modular design of Asante's Type II PC Card allows customers to fit two Type II PC Cards into a single slot at the same time.

The FriendlyNet PC Card is available in two versions. One version offers a single 10BASE-T port at a street price of $157. While the second version offers both 10BASE-T and 10BASE-2 ports at a street price of $191. The FriendlyNet PC card gives users a flexible solution for connecting to any 10 Mbps Ethernet LAN.

Both the MacCon CS card and FriendlyNet PC Card are available immediately through a worldwide network of VARs, system integrators, computer retail stores and distributors. The adapter cards are covered under a unique lifetime warranty program and free technical support.

ABOUT ASANTE

Founded in 1988, Asante Technologies (NASDAQ:ASNT) designs, manufactures and markets a full line of high-performance products for Ethernet and Fast Ethernet networks, including adapter cards, intelligent and non-intelligent hubs, bridges and network management software. For additional information, contact Asante Technologies at 800-662-9686 or browse the company's World Wide Web home page at http://www.asante.com.


AST Gives New Meaning to Tech Support
AST GIVES NEW MEANING TO TECHNICAL SUPPORT WITH AST-LIFELINE FOR BUSINESS USERS

REMOTE DIAGNOSTIC TOOL ENABLES ACCURATE TRACKING AND ESCALATION OF PC SYSTEM PROBLEMS

IRVINE, Calif., January 8, 1996 -- Spiraling technical service to new heights, AST Computer today announced the availability of AST-LifeLine support for its business desktop users. Conveniently packaged as an option kit for its AST Bravo and Premmia systems, AST-LifeLine delivers the ultimate in customer support through the use of VoiceView TALK SHOP from Radish Communications Systems, Inc. An integrated voice and data protocol, VoiceView TALK SHOP allows for remote diagnosis and repair of business system problems.

Using an ordinary phone line, voice and data communications can be exchanged between the business customer and PC support technician to quickly evaluate the situation and implement a "real time" solution or "fix," often during a single call.

"AST-LifeLine is a superior customer support solution for business users," said Laura Raybin, director of business desktop marketing for AST. "Users are looking to adopt cutting-edge technology to gain a competitive edge over rivals. AST-LifeLine provides users that edge through dynamic, interactive, real-time customer support that in effect reduces the amount of time needed to resolve technical problems," she added. AST-LifeLine is an interactive technical support system that provides a new and comprehensive standard for business desktop service. By allowing help desk personnel to remotely gather technical information and configuration details in real time, AST-LifeLine helps reduce overall expenses associated with technical service and support.

AST-LifeLine incorporates Radish Communications System's VoiceView integrated voice and data protocol with custom AST technical support software.

TIME-SAVING SOLUTION

In keeping with the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) model proposed by the Gartner Group, a high-tech marketing research firm in Stamford, Conn., AST has designed AST-LifeLine to address the critical issue of help desk automation.

"We know that approximately 30 percent of calls to help desks are repetitive problems," Raybin noted.

AST-LifeLine empowers a user to quickly solve the most common PC problems through the use of an automated agent. If a solution is not obvious, the user will then be connected to a technical support person who has the capability to look at the user's system files.

"By utilizing a single phone line and our new AST-LifeLine software, a PC support technician can remotely diagnose and repair a user's hardware and software problems -- one call often does it all! With AST-LifeLine, there is no waiting for the time-absorbing scenario of phone calls repeatedly made and returned," she added.

COMPREHENSIVE TOOL KITS

AST-LifeLine consists of two option kits designed for the needs of users as well as service providers and the IS Help Desk.

End-User Kit

Encompassing a comprehensive package of tools that makes remote diagnosis and technical support possible, the end-user AST-LifeLine package allows the user to interact with either the IS Help Desk, an automated service center or AST Technical Support. Contained within the AST- LifeLine end-user package is:

 Boca Research 14.4kbps Data/Fax/Voice Modem

 VoiceView TALK SHOP

 InsideLine Adapter

Service Provider and IS Help Desk Kit

The service provider and IS Help Desk AST-LifeLine kit allows service providers and IS Help Desk technicians to diagnose a customer's system in the same manner provided by AST Technical Support. Additionally, information gathered by the service provider or IS Help Desk can be transmitted directly to AST Technical Support should additional assistance be needed in resolving the customer's problem. The kit contains:

 Boca Research 14.4kbps Data/Fax/Voice Modem

 VoiceView HelpDesk

 VoiceView TALK SHOP

 InsideLine Adapter

Named "Editor's Choice" and "Product of the Year" in the September, 1995 issue of Telephony magazine, the Boca Research 14.4kbps modem offers business users high quality at a salient price.

VOICEVIEW TALK SHOP

With TALK SHOP, a user can electronically send and receive virtually any file currently loaded on the system via a standard telephone line. No longer are separate lines for voice and data transmission necessary. Program files, word processing, graphics and spreadsheets can all be easily transported.

Using the VoiceView HelpDesk piece of AST-LifeLine, the technician can view, launch, forward, save, edit or simply delete a file.

VOICEVIEW HELPDESK

HelpDesk is a Windows operating system-based application with specific features for technical support call centers that work with users running VoiceView TALK SHOP. Technicians can streamline the support process thanks to integrated voice and data transmission. HelpDesk allows a service technician to look at the troubled system remotely while interacting with the customer over the same phone line.

INSIDELINE ADAPTER

Understanding that most business phone lines often go through some type of digital, PBX or multi-line telephone system, AST has incorporated a method of connecting analog devices such as a standard modem, fax/modem, fax machine or audio teleconferencing. With AST's InsideLine adapter, analog and digital signals are converted as necessary to allow data transmission over a business phone line.

DESIGNED FOR THE AWARD-WINNING BRAVO FAMILY

Designed for use with AST Bravo and Premmia business systems, AST- LifeLine is available as an option with prices starting at $210 for the end-user's kit and $640 for the reseller's package. Most recently named to PC World's December list of "Top 20 Power Desktops," the Intel&#174 Pentium&#174-based AST business PC family members have garnered praise from the likes of Computer Reseller News and Windows Magazine for producing a "powerhouse" machine that "packs plenty of punch."

WORLDWIDE SERVICE AND SUPPORT

AST backs all of its products with a host of multi-source support programs including a toll-free "hot" line for users in the U.S., AST InfoLine, an interactive voice-response system with fax-response diagnostics and instructions, and Info-FAX, a 24-hour local and international voice-automated fax-response product information source. Additionally, AST OnLine!, AST's own bulletin board service and CompuServe&#174 and Prodigy&#174 online forums are available. CompuServe can be reached at GO:ASTFORUM and Prodigy can be reached via JUMP:AST SUPPORT.

CORPORATE BACKGROUND

AST Research Inc., a member of the Fortune 500 list of America's largest industrial and service companies, is one of the world's leading personal computer manufacturers. The $2.468 billion company develops a broad spectrum of desktop, mobile and server PC products that are sold in more than 100 countries worldwide. AST systems meet a wide range of customer needs, ranging from corporate business applications to advanced home and home office use. Corporate headquarters is located at 16215 Alton Parkway, P.O. Box 57005, Irvine, Calif. 92619-7005. Telephone (714) 727-4141 or (800) 876-4278. Fax (714) 727-9355. Information about AST and its products can be found on the World Wide Web at http://www.ast.com.


BORLAND RELEASES VISUAL DBASE 5.5A UPDATE

MAINTENANCE UPDATE AVAILABLE FREE THROUGH COMPUSERVE AND THE WORLD WIDE WEB

SCOTTS VALLEY, --Calif. January 9, 1995 Borland International Inc. today announced the availability of Visual dBASE 5.5a, a maintenance update which makes it easier for users and developers to create and deliver advanced database applications based on Visual dBASE. "By releasing Visual dBASE 5.5a, Borland is showing its commitment to the Visual dBASE customer community," said Michael Gardner, the company's director of Visual dBASE Research & Development. "We have taken their feedback and delivered an update that allows them to extend their own applications even further." Visual dBASE 5.5a is a twodisk "patch" that updates a user's existing version of Visual dBASE 5.5 a full reinstall of the software is not necessary. A complete list of the improvements in Visual dBASE 5.5a is available in a ReadMe document that comes with the software.

Availability

Visual dBASE 5.5a is available to owners of Visual dBASE 5.5 without charge from Borland's World Wide Web site, http://www.borland.com, and CompuServe. Instructions on how to download it from CompuServe are available in the Borland Visual dBASE forum, GO VdBASE. Customers can also order the software from Borland customer service for a shipping & handling charge, at 800-426-3222.Borland: Making Development Easier Borland International Inc. (NASDAQ:BORL) is a leading provider of products and services targeted to software developers. Borland is distinguished for its highquality software development tools, which include Visual dBASE, Delphi, Delphi Client/Server, Borland C++, Paradox and InterBase. Borland's awardwinning products are supported through comprehensive programs for small and largesized software developers, corporate developers, value added resellers and systems integrators. Founded in 1983, Borland is headquartered in Scotts Valley, California.


Brainstorm OfficeLink for Lotus Notes 2.0
Brainstorm's New OfficeLink for Lotus Notes 2.0

Offers Extended Support for Rich-Test, Conflict Resolution and Full- Text Search

Brainstorm Adopts Key User Recommendations from More than 350 Organizations Worldwide

CAMBRIDGE, MASS . -- December 5, 1995 -- In response to record sales and an overwhelming demand among users for a simple and elegant way to link Microsoft Office applications with Lotus Notes, Brainstorm Technology, Inc. today announced version 2.0 of the company's breakthrough product, OfficeLink for Lotus Notes.

The new software release from Brainstorm, who is the leading provider of software solutions for integrating groupware technologies, comes less than six months after OfficeLink's initial launch last spring. Microsoft Office has 90% marketshare of desktop applications suite, and Lotus Notes is the leader in the groupware market with over 3.3 million users worldwide.

OfficeLink adds "Open from Notes" and "Save To Notes" options into the Office application menu bar thus allowing users to seamlessly retrieve and store Office documents to and from any corporate Lotus Notes database. With OfficeLink v2.0 users now have the ability to transparently save Microsoft Word and Microsoft RTF documents directly into Notes native rich-text format, maintaining all special formatting.

Just as easily, end-users of Microsoft Word can directly convert any existing Notes rich text information into a Word or RTF document with the click of a mouse button. With this added capability, users can continue to work within their favorite desktop applications, either Word or Notes, and be able to cooperate, share and edit the same documents simultaneously. OfficeLink implements sophisticated save/conflict resolution features and provides full support for built- in Notes security.

Another significant enhancement in the new OfficeLink allows for any Word document stored within Lotus Notes to be full-text searchable. This feature is essential to organizations that have critical business information stored in thousands of Office documents, allowing for efficient and reliable access to this information from a central Notes repository. All Notes and Office users anywhere within and outside the organization will be able to easily search, review, edit, and comment on shared Office documents via Notes and OfficeLink.

OfficeLink sets the standard as the key "alternative" Notes client interface which is accessible from Microsoft Office applications without having to run the Lotus Notes client software. OfficeLink v2.0 incorporates a revamped, more intuitive user interface with new pull down menus, scroll windows, and an automatic Notes document/field rendering facility. In addition, product performance has been optimized more than 50% in memory and resource utilization.

"The market response to our initial release of OfficeLink has been tremendous," stated Mitchell C. Liu, Brainstorm co-founder and vice president of marketing. "The new version of OfficeLink significantly extends the power of Lotus Notes with a custom front-end to Notes, and with forthcoming updates we'll be providing support for both Office '95 and Powerpoint. New key features added to OfficeLink 2.0 have been compiled from over thousands of customer requests, and truly marks the maturity of the product."

OfficeLink leverages on the strengths of Notes such as its replication and security features to enable seamless and reliable sharing of information throughout the company as well as by suppliers and customers around the globe. This ability to easily access Office documents outside an organization allows mobile users, such as field sales representatives, to merge and distribute sales spreadsheets, forecasts and other data created in Excel and Word from their portable computers directly to all other networked users within the corporation.

OfficeLink v2.0 will run in Windows 3.X, Windows for Workgroups, Windows NT and Windows '95 operating systems. Support for Office '95 and Notes 4.0 is slated for early in the first quarter of 1996. Support for Microsoft PowerPoint is also forthcoming based on availability of the API.

The suggested retail price for Brainstorm's OfficeLink is $99.00 per client. Server pricing begins at $199 with volume discounts available for site licenses. The product, which is currently available, is sold directly from Brainstorm as well as through Egghead Software Corporate sales and the Brainstorm Buyers Guide.

Founded in 1993, Brainstorm Technologies, Inc., is a pioneer in the development of Lotus Notes applications and development tools. The company provides both off-the-shelf products and a range of consulting services designed to help companies gain access and integrate data from existing corporate databases into Lotus Notes. The company's award-winning products, VB/Link for Lotus Notes, DataLink for Lotus Notes and ServerAdmin Plus are currently used by more than 20 percent of the organizations that use Lotus Notes.


Omnipage Pro 6.0 Available for Macintosh
CAERE ANNOUNCES THE IMMEDIATE AVAILABILITY OF OMNIPAGE PRO 6.0 FOR MACINTOSH

MAJOR NEW VERSION FEATURES IMPROVED ACCURACY, EASE OF USE, AND PERFORMANCE

January 8, 1996 - Caere Corporation (NASDAQ:CAER), the leader in optical character recognition (OCR) software, today announced the immediate availability of OmniPage Pro 6.0 for Macintosh, a major new version of the world's number one selling OCR software. Now fully Power Mac native, OmniPage Pro 6.0 provides significant improvements in accuracy, ease of use, and performance. Other improvements build on the robust features users have grown to expect from Caere, the market leader in OCR software.

OmniPage Pro 6.0 provides significant accuracy improvements due to recognition advancements in Caere's exclusive Quadratic Neural Network technology, Language Analyst improvements, and the new Page Parser. The new version also includes new ease-of -use features such as the OmniPage Guide, which uses Apple Guide technology to provide interactive assistance to users, the enhanced AutoOCR Toolbar, and Direct Input. OmniPage Pro 6.0 also includes Caere's new True Page technology, which maintains the original format of scanned pages, and HTML output capability - making OmniPage Pro 6.0 the first software package ever to convert paper documents directly into Web- ready pages.

ACCURACY: NUMBER ONE

Caere customers and industry analysts consistently agree that accuracy is the most important factor for OCR technology. "In a recent survey of OCR users, 89% identified accuracy as the number one requirement for OCR," said Kristy Holch, a leading analyst of the scanning and OCR market at BIS Strategic Decisions, a division of Giga Information Group, in Norwell, MA. "Caere is the OCR market leader, and its advancements in OCR technology are upping the ante on the demanding requirements of the growing OCR market."

OmniPage Pro 6.0 delivers an improved core recognition engine with new and enhanced technologies to continue its tradition of industry- leading OCR. With OmniPage Pro 6.0, users will see an average reduction in errors of 26% compared to the previous version of OmniPage Pro on the broadest spectrum of documents without sacrificing processing speed or usability.

QUADRATIC NEURAL NETWORK: The most notable accuracy improvement in OmniPage Pro 6.0 is Caere's exclusive Quadratic Neural Network (QNN) technology. QNN achieves more accurate identification of all characters, but its greatest contribution lies with similar-looking, ambiguous, or poorly formed characters (mostly as a result of faxing, photocopying, or low-resolution scans).

QNN gains its accuracy improvements over other OCR engines by using a new method to define the differences between various characters. Once the OCR engine segments word images on the page into individual character images, it plots dozens of properties of each character (including image and contextual information) on a multi-dimensional map. Each alphanumeric character has a region on this map that the OCR engine recognizes as that particular character. The OCR engine assigns a value for each property of the character image in question. The character image is then identified as a specific alphanumeric character based on the region into which it falls. Most OCR engines use straight lines to define these multi-dimensional regions, but QNN more precisely defines the regions by using curvilinear segments, resulting in higher recognition accuracy, especially on hard-to-recognize, ambiguous, or degraded characters.

By way of an analogy for QNN's accuracy improvement by using curved lines instead of straight ones, consider the case of a population census for the state of Missouri. If Missouri used only straight lines to define its borders, a resident in St. Louis on the Mississippi River might be falsely identified as being located in Illinois. However, curved lines more clearly define state boundaries and therefore produce a more accurate census.

LANGUAGE ANALYST: To further increase accuracy, OmniPage Pro 6.0 also includes improvements to its Language Analyst technology. Language Analyst features a new algorithm for incorporating a variety of context- sensitive techniques that employ linguistic information, trigram (three letter sequences) analysis, and dictionaries to significantly improve OCR recognition. The new algorithm in OmniPage Pro 6.0 improves Language Analyst by using better weighting schemes and evaluation methods on each of these techniques.

PAGE PARSER : Another factor for increased accuracy is OmniPage Pro 6.0's new page parser, which more accurately processes and analyzes document images before sending them to the OCR engine for recognition. The new page parser provides a higher level of intelligence to analyze page elements and more accurately identify areas as text, graphics, or noise, which results in higher accuracy and improved reading order of complex documents.

EASE OF USE

"The MacOS affords us great opportunities to make maximum OCR accuracy as accessible to users as possible," said Chad Kinzelberg, vice president of marketing. "For example, by building on Apple Guide, we can make our users more self-sufficient and productive than ever before."

APPLE GUIDE: OmniPage Pro 6.0 includes the new "OmniPage Guide," which uses Apple Guide technology to provide interactive, step-by-step on-screen assistance.

DIRECT INPUT: OmniPage Pro 6.0 includes new Direct Input, which gives users the ability to OCR from within their favorite Macintosh applications without having to switch between programs. OmniPage Pro adds a "Direct Input" option to the Apple menu to integrate OCR into text-based applications for quick access.

AUTOOCR TOOLBAR: OmniPage Pro 6.0 provides an enhanced AutoOCR Toolbar to guide the user through the major steps of the OCR process. This improved AutoOCR Toolbar includes a new Save As button for fast output of OCR results, and a new "OCR and Check" option to automatically spell check documents immediately after recognition. These additional features are especially useful when used in conjunction with the Auto button, which executes the entire OCR process in a single button click.

POWER MAC NATIVE

OmniPage Pro 6.0 is now fully Power Mac native. Power Mac users will enjoy improved performance on OCR tasks like zoning, image rotation, and alignment. While the previous version of OmniPage Pro included a Power Mac accelerated recognition engine, new version 6.0 is the first version of OmniPage Pro to offer completely native Power Mac performance.

OTHER NEW FEATURES

HTML OUTPUT: New OmniPage Pro 6.0 also outputs to HTML format to facilitate the creation of World Wide Web pages. OmniPage Pro 6.0 is the first software package to convert paper documents directly to HTML.

TRUE PAGE: OmniPage Pro 6.0 now includes True Page, the page-format retention technology pioneered by Caere that maintains text and graphics in their original page layout for export into other applications.

SCANNER COMPATIBILITY: OmniPage Pro 6.0 also includes support for additional scanner models, including the HP ScanJet 4 series. OmniPage Pro works with almost any scanner you can buy.

SYSTEM CONFIGURATION: OmniPage Pro 6.0 requires Macintosh computers with a 68030 processor and higher, Power Macintosh computers, or MacOS System 7 and higher, 5MB free RAM on 68K Macintosh computers, 7MB free RAM on Power Macintosh computers.

PRICING AND AVAILABILITY

Scanner users who received any Caere OCR products free with their scanner purchase are eligible to upgrade to OmniPage Pro 6.0 for $149 by purchasing Caere's new retail upgrade package. The upgrade pricing represents a $350 reduction in the street price of OmniPage Pro, which is expected to be $499. Retail upgrades are available through Caere's nationwide network of resellers, such as CompUSA, Computer City and all major Mac mail-order houses.

Owners of any OmniPage retail product are eligible for a $99 upgrade to Version 6.0 by calling Caere directly. Users who purchased OmniPage Pro 5.0 after December 8, 1995 are entitled to a free upgrade for a nominal shipping and handling fee. Caere can be reached at 1-800- 535-7226, ext. 110.

CAERE CORPORATION

Caere Corporation, with U.S. headquarters in Los Gatos, Calif. and European headquarters, Caere GmbH, in Munich, Germany, is the leader in OCR technology and a leading provider of desktop document management and form processing products. Caere has expanded its line of OCR products as a result of the December 1994 merger with Calera Recognition Systems. Caere's products include the OmniPage and WordScan lines of OCR software that convert printed and faxed documents into electronic text; the PageKeeper line of Windows document management software that effortlessly retrieves a wide range of information from virtually any source; OmniForm, which converts paper forms to electronic format; the M/Series high-speed, high-volume OCR hardware and software for commercial applications; and a broad array of OCR and bar code readers that accelerate transaction processing.

Caere has recently announced its intent to acquire ViewStar, a leading provider of workflow and document and image management software. The combination will connect Caere's market-leading, desktop-based, intelligent document capture product line with ViewStar's enterprise- class, client /server solutions for business process automation. The merger creates a company with the products, technology, channel and financial strength to offer document, workflow, and business process automation solutions that span from the desktop to the enterprise.


Omnipage Pro & Paperport VX Link for Mac
CAERE CORPORATION AND VISIONEER ANNOUNCE LINK BETWEEN OMNIPAGE PRO 6.0 FOR MACINTOSH AND PAPERPORT VX FOR MACINTOSH

Los Gatos, Calif., January 8, 1996 Caere Corporation (NASDAQ:CAER), the worldwide leader in optical character recognition (OCR) products, and Visioneer, Inc., a leading provider of paper input systems, today announced that the new OmniPage Pro 6.0 for Macintosh OCR software includes a link to Visioneer's PaperPort Vx for Macintosh, providing seamless integration of the two products. Adding an icon to the PaperPort Vx desktop, OmniPage Pro 6.0 enables users to take advantage of the robust OCR feature set of the Caere product. Users can simply scan documents with the PaperPort Vx and drag them onto the `OmniPage Pro Icon' to easily and accurately convert the scans into editable text for use with word processors and other text-based applications.

"In today's market, users demand integrated solutions that streamline processes," said Chad Kinzelberg, Caere's vice president of marketing. "OmniPage Pro 6.0's links to the PaperPort Vx eliminate the need to switch between applications and increases productivity."

PaperPort Vx is a hardware/software system that makes it easy to get paper into a computer where it can be faxed, filed, copied, edited, or integrated into more than one hundred popular software applications.

OmniPage Pro 6.0 is Caere's leading OCR product and converts scanned or faxed documents into computer editable text, eliminating the need to retype information. OmniPage Pro 6.0 provides extended features beyond the basic OCR capabilities of Caere's OmniPage Lite that is bundled with the PaperPort Vx.

PaperPort customers (and other scanner owners that have any version of Caere OCR) can upgrade to OmniPage Pro 6.0 for Macintosh at retail resellers or through major mail-order catalogs for $149 (estimated street price).This upgrade pricing represents a $350 reduction in the cost of OmniPage Pro. OmniPage Pro 6.0 provides extended capabilities over the OEM version including:

* Caere's newest OCR engine for increased accuracy;

* AutoOCR Toolbar that performs all the key steps of the OCR process

automatically with a single mouse click;

* Text proofing for faster job completion;

* True Page technology that maintains the original format of

  the page including text and graphics to reduce the number of

  editing steps;

* Deferred/batch processing to delay recognition to a more convenient

  time;

* Advanced OCR settings panel for greater precision and accuracy;

  and others.

CAERE CORPORATION

Caere Corporation, with U.S. headquarters in Los Gatos, Calif., is the leader in OCR technology and a leading provider of desktop document management and form processing products. Caere's products include the OmniPage and WordScan lines of OCR software that convert printed and faxed documents into electronic text; the PageKeeper line of Windows document management software that effortlessly retrieves a wide range of information from virtually any source; OmniForm, which converts paper forms to electronic format; the M/Series high- speed, high-volume OCR hardware and software for commercial applications; and a broad array of OCR and bar code readers that accelerate transaction processing.

VISIONEER, INC.

Visioneer, headquartered in Palo Alto, Calif., develops and markets products that provide a fast and easy way to get paper into computers and put it to work. Visioneer is located at 2860 W. Bayshore Road, Palo Alto, CA 94303. Visioneer can be reached by calling 415-812- 6400.


CCH & Wolters Kluwer Merger Completed
CCH INCORPORATED, Wolters Kluwer Merger Completed

(RIVERWOODS, ILL., January 11, 1996) --- CCH INCORPORATED (CCH), a leading provider of tax and business law information, software and services, said today that its merger with Wolters Kluwer nv has been completed, effective January 10, 1996. Formerly listed as CCHI A and CCHI B on NASDAQ, the company has de-listed its shares.

CCH announced November 27, 1995 that it entered into a definitive agreement for the sale of the company to Amsterdam-based Wolters Kluwer for US $1.9 billion, or $55.50 per share. The tender offer expired January 4, 1996 with 98.1 percent of all Class A Common Stock and 98.3 percent of all Class B Common Stock tendered.

As a result of the merger, CCH will become a wholly-owned subsidiary of Wolters Kluwer. CCH will retain its current name.

Originally founded in 1892, CCH INCORPORATED has served five generations of business professionals, offering more than 600 print and electronic products for the tax, legal, securities, financial planning, health care and human resources markets. The company employs approximately 5,100 people worldwide with major U.S. facilities in Riverwoods and Chicago, Ill.; New York, N.Y.; Clark, N.J.; Washington, D.C.; St. Petersburg, Fla.; Torrance and San Rafael, Calif.; Wichita, Kan.; and Cedar Rapids, Iowa. In addition, the company operates international businesses in Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, Singapore and the United Kingdom.


Cincom CONTROL:Acquire Enterprise Mgmt Swr
Cincom Announces CONTROL:Acquire

CINCINNATI -- January 8, 1996 -- Cincom Systems, Inc. today officially unveiled CONTROL:Acquire, the latest addition to its comprehensive array of enterprise management products. CONTROL:Acquire is a suite of software products that supports the activities associated with bidding for and winning profitable business. It is the only package on the market designed specifically to manage the entire sales cycle, including prospecting, product configuration, estimating, and proposal development. By automating this normally labor-intensive process, CONTROL:Acquire can help cut sales overhead and consistently meet deadlines. CONTROL:Acquire includes the following components: Configurator Workbench, Estimating, Proposal Management, and a work breakdown structure tool, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) Planner.

Configurator Workbench

Configurator Workbench captures and stores companies' product and configuration rules. It then leads users (salespeople or customers) through each step of the configuration process, prompting them to choose product parts and features. Next, it compares the selected configuration to its "knowledge bank" of product information, ensuring that the user has requested a valid and buildable product. Benefits include avoiding expensive rework and reducing order-to- shipment cycle times.

Estimating

Estimating automates the development and maintenance of product cost estimates, and can help improve the timeliness, quality and accuracy of proposals. Estimating draws upon all sources of historical and current cost and product data to aid in the development of an accurate estimate. Product structures can be imported from Configurator Workbench or from your company's manufacturing applications.

Proposal Management

Proposal Management automates your company's process of responding to RFPs and inquiries. It provides the capabilities to maintain prospect and contact information, log inquiries and their requirements and can pull in supporting data from Estimating and WBS Planner, as well as produce the proposal. Proposals can also send sales orders to your order entry system and produce quotations.

WBS Planner

WBS Planner creates and maintains projects, project elements and project schedules. Projects can be tied to specific proposals and allow for multiple revisions. WBS Planner creates a graphical work breakdown structure from which the user can update project details and summarize information.

CONTROL:Acquire is a segment of Cincom's CONTROL&#153; product line. CONTROL is a portfolio of applications that addresses the complete business cycle of companies that build highly engineered products. CONTROL:Acquire is fully integrated with the other components of the CONTROL portfolio. CONTROL:Acquire can also be used with other manufacturing, order entry and financial systems as a comprehensive tool to manage all aspects of manufacturing operations.

Platforms/Availability

CONTROL:Acquire is currently available on Windows 3.1 and Windows for Workgroups 3.11, with server components available on IBM, VAX OpenVMS, Alpha OpenVMS, HP/UX, AIX and Digital UNIX.

Pricing

Pricing starts at $56,000.

Cincinnati-based Cincom Systems has been developing and marketing quality business software to leading organizations worldwide for more than a quarter of a century, and is now among the world's largest software companies. The company is one of the few in the industry that offers business applications for manufacturing companies, as well as complete solutions for object-oriented and fourth-generation language application development, client/server and object-relational database, workflow automation, and document solutions. For more information about Cincom and its products, contact the company by E-mail at info@cincom.com, by phone at 800/543-3010, or visit Cincom's World Wide Web site at http://www.cincom.com.


Cirrus Logic Intros COG Drivers for Notebook
Cirrus Logic Introduces Family of New Chip-on-Glass Column Drivers for the Notebook Market

New Design Enables Minimum Form Factor, Low Power Display

TOKYO -- JAN. 9, 1996 -- Cirrus Logic Inc. (Nasdaq: CRUS) today introduced two 6-bit column drivers that were developed for chip-on-glass (COG) applications. The products, for use on thin film transistor (TFT) LCD flat panels, are a 240-channel DAC column driver (CL-GD6530) and a 258-channel DAC column driver (CL-FP6540). Both new column drivers combine high-speed capabilities and superb output uniformity with greatly reduced power dissipation utilizing a weighted R-string DAC architecture to create an extremely versatile driver for notebook PC TFT LCD panels.

The new drivers, which reduce power dissipation by 20 to 40 percent over current implementations, extend battery-based operation of notebook PCs. The drivers can operate at speeds of up to 65MHz with a 3.3V digital interface. The efficient architecture and compact design of these new drivers enable a minimal form factor solution with a 1.3 mm die height and a total die area of 22.5 mm2.

The small die size allows a COG implementation of a SVGA or XGA TFT panel with a bezel width much smaller than a conventional tape carrier package (TCP) driver packaging would permit. This permits a larger viewing area to be obtained within the same external panel dimensions of previous panels.

"A recent trend for the LCD drivers is to mount the unpackaged driver on the surface of the LCD glass," noted Douglas J. Bartek, President of Cirrus Logic's Visual & Systems Interface Company. "This new chip-on-glass technology is gaining popularity due to the small bezel area that this technique makes possible. Linked with impressive power conservation features and high-speed capabilities, this technology sets a new standard for notebook displays."

New Family of TCP Packaged Drivers

In addition to the new COG drivers, the CL-FP653x 240-channel family of weighted R-string DAC column drivers are available in TCP versions. These XGA/TCP or SVGA/TCP 6-bit column drivers feature the same 3.3V/5V operation and power saving DAC architecture as the COG versions.

All the CL-FP653x column drivers support high-speed operation, enabling high-resolution, single-bank LCDs with ergonomically correct 75Hz refresh rates. These devices operate from 3.3V (or 5V), and feature an automatic stand-by mode. They are available in multiple capacitive drive level versions, designed to minimize the static power dissipation for a given pixel charging time.

Reference Voltage Support Chips

Complementing its new COG and TCP column drivers, Cirrus Logic is also offering two new support chips. The CL-FP6130 is a 9-channel programmable device, which provides the reference voltages and the current drive required for TFT-LCD drivers. This new chip also allows the end user or panel manufacturer to adjust the LCD panel's transmission transfer curve from various pre-programmed sets of reference voltages stored in an external EEPROM. This allows the adjustment or matching of contrast and/or viewing angle for specific applications, provides the ability to compensate for temperature variations in critical applications, or to obtain more consistent panel characteristics during the manufacturing process.

The CL-FP6131 is a cost-effective, 11-channel reference voltage generator specifically designed for use with the new generation of 300 and 309 output TFT column drivers. It is socket compatible with 9-channel reference amplifiers currently being utilized in some applications and offers increased current drive capability with no static power dissipation penalty.

Packaging, Pricing and Availability

The CL-FP6530 and CL-FP6540 COG drivers are available for $10.00 in sample quantities. Customized TCP versions of the CL-FP653X 240- channel family of drivers are also available; pricing varies according to TCP specifications requested by customers.

The CL-FP6130 is available in 28-pin SSOP and pricing is $6.00 in sample quantities. Samples of the CL-FP6131 will be available in mid-February 1996 in a 48-pin TSSOP with a sample price of $5.00.

Headquartered in Fremont, Calif., Cirrus Logic is a leading manufacturer of advanced integrated circuits for the desktop and portable computing, telecommunications, and consumer electronics markets. The company applies its system-level expertise in analog and digital design to innovate highly integrated, software-rich solutions. Cirrus Logic has developed a broad portfolio of products and technologies for applications spanning multimedia, communications, system logic, mass storage, and data acquisition.

NOTE: Recent press announcements and other information about Cirrus Logic are immediately available on the World Wide Web (http://www.cirrus.com/) or via toll-free Fax-On-Demand (1-800-359-6414).


COGNOS SCORES BIG WITH SUPERBOWL FANS

FREE SOFTWARE LETS USERS TACKLE STATISTICAL ANALYSIS DURING GAMES

BURLINGTON, MASS., JANUARY 9, 1996 -- What percentage of Dallas Cowboy Emmitt Smith's rush attempts in the first half on second down from the opposition's side of the field have resulted in a loss on the play this season?

How many times on fourth down did Indianapolis Colt Jim Harbaugh rush for a first down in the last two minutes of regulation time in games played against AFC East teams on natural grass this season?

Which Green Bay Packer has the highest average yards per completion for plays in the fourth quarter on the third down on their own side of the field in games played on natural grass?

What percentage of all offensive plays went to Eric Pegram during the regular season in the first quarter, on first down, on the opponents side of the field for games played on grass by the Pittsburgh Steelers?

These and hundreds of other football questions can be answered by armchair quarterbacks as they prepare for SuperBowl XXX and the NFL playoff games this month with free software from Cognos" available on the Internet.

Available for downloading at http://www.cognos.com, Cognos PowerPlay Special Edition (SE) for Football software lets fans perform on-the- fly, detailed analysis of individual NFL teams' and players' offensive statistics. Thousands of "hits" have been recorded since the software went online prior to the playoffs. PowerPlay SE for Football be available until January 31 and additional playoff statistics databases will be provided after each round of the playoffs. The software also is available on Compuserve (GO COGNOS).

PowerPlay SE for Football is a limited, personal-use version of Cognos' PowerPlay", the world's most widely used software for analyzing multidimensional data, also known as Online Analytical Processing (OLAP). The full version of PowerPlay lets business managers take a detailed look at any type of corporate data to gain insight and run their businesses better by turning raw facts into useful insights.

The key to the power of both products is the ability to let users look at data "multidimensionally" -- or in multiple combinations or views -- much as one can change how a Rubik's Cube looks by turning its faces. Cognos is offering PowerPlay SE for Football to help educate the market about the advantages of OLAP and multidimensional data.

Users simply point their Web browsers at the address www.cognos.com and click to download both the PowerPlay SE for Football module and the Football Stats data file. The raw data is supplied by STATS, Inc. (Skokie, IL), the leading supplier of sports data, and covers a wealth of data on the NFL teams and their individual players. Once downloaded, users simply launch the product and open the data file to begin their exploration of any desired offensive statistics. The PowerPlay SE for Football product, available at no charge on the Cognos Web site, works only with special data files produced by Cognos. The full version of PowerPlay for business users, priced at $695, includes a wide range of other capabilities, including the ability to create multi-dimensional "cubes" of data from any data source.

The PowerPlay SE for Football product and the full commercial version, PowerPlay 4.1, require Windows 3.1 or Windows 95, an IBM PC or compatible 386, and 4 MB RAM. A 486 or faster PC is recommended.

ANSWERS TO FOOTBALL QUESTIONS:

* 22 percent of Smith's rush attempts in this situation resulted

  in a loss of yardage;

* Jim Harbaugh rushed twice in this situation this season;

* Packer Charles Jordon had the highest average yards in this

  situation;  and

* 65 percent of offensive plays went to Eric Pegram in this situation

  this season.

COGNOS

Cognos is uniquely positioned to deliver business intelligence software to satisfy enterprise-wide data access and reporting needs. With more than 200,000 seats in thousands of companies worldwide, PowerPlay and Impromptu" consistently service the widest range of users across corporate, department, workgroup, personal, and mobile applications. The products support over 100 relational and OLAP data sources and are available in eight major languages. Cognos business intelligence products are available through the company's 40 offices and more than 350 resellers worldwide.

Cognos develops, markets and supports -- both directly and through resellers worldwide -- advanced client/server development and reporting tools on a wide range of open and proprietary platforms, including UNIX and Microsoft Windows desktop. Cognos is a publicly held company with dual headquarters in Ottawa, Canada and Burlington, Mass. Cognos' World Wide Web address is http://www.cognos.com. Product and company information can also be found on the Cognos Compuserve forum (GO COGNOS).


Cheyenne InocuLAN 1.01 for Windows NT
Cheyenne Ships InocuLAN 1.01 for Windows NT Servers and Workstation

Industry's First Real-time Virus Scanning for Windows NT

InocuLAN First Anti-Virus Solution to Meet Criteria for Microsoft's BackOffice Logo

ROSLYN HEIGHTS, NY (December 21, 1995) - Cheyenne Software, Inc. (AMEX:CYE), a world leader in the development of enterprise-wide software solutions, today shipped InocuLAN 1.01 for the Microsoft" Windows NT(TM) Operating System. This latest version of InocuLAN, which just received the "Designed for Microsoft BackOffice(TM)" logo, is the first product on the market with the ability to scan Windows NT based computers for viruses in real-time. InocuLAN is the first and only anti-virus solution to receive the "Designed for Microsoft BackOffice" designation.

InocuLAN 1.01 sets the standard for Windows NT-based virus protection. Like the previous version of the product (Version 1.0 - Windows NT Magazine's Editor's Choice award, Oct. '95), the new release is a 32-bit, multithreaded, client/server application that protects against over 6000 viruses, including virtually all viruses 'found in the wild'. The new version not only scans in real-time, it is also able to scan compressed files - allowing viruses to be detected without users having to risk decompressing those files. InocuLAN 1.01 runs on Windows NT for Intel, MIPS and Alpha platforms.

"Windows NT Server provides a secure, reliable operating system for distributed computing," said Rich Tong, General Manager in the Business Systems Division at Microsoft. "By delivering a real-time virus detection product Cheyenne is helping further strengthen this promise. And because InocuLAN carries the Microsoft BackOffice logo customers can be assured that it will integrate into their BackOffice environment."

Behind InocuLAN's Windows" 95-like interface is a state of the art, heuristic-based, polymorphic scanner that detects nearly all known viruses as certified by the National Software Testing Laboratories (NSTL). InocuLAN detects, identifies and cures -- boot, file, multipartite, stealth, polymorphic, and macro viruses. When a virus is detected, InocuLAN notifies the user immediately, as well as sends an alert via Microsoft Mail, alphanumeric pager, SNMP, network broadcast, fax, or printed trouble ticket. InocuLAN maintains a detailed activity log of all virus scans across the network. The product also records to the Windows NT system event log.

InocuLAN 1.01 for Windows NT is unique in that it allows administrators to manage an entire network of InocuLAN hosts from a central Windows NT Server or Workstation. Unlike competitive products, it is implemented as a service that can provide enterprise-wide remote management, including unattended remote virus scans, even when the remote workstation is not logged into the network. In addition, InocuLAN further integrates with Microsoft BackOffice by supporting long file names and Universal Naming Convention (UNC) and is Unicode compliant. InocuLAN utilizes a kernel mode device driver to allow it to scan incoming and outgoing files in real-time.

"Cheyenne's expertise in providing enterprise tools allows us to take the lead in helping administrators deploy anti-virus measures across the enterprise", said ReiJane Huai, president and CEO for Cheyenne Software. "Cheyenne will continue to work closely with Microsoft to make BackOffice a secure environment and to support mission critical applications."

About Cheyenne Software

Cheyenne Software, Inc. is an international developer of essential software solutions for NetWare, Windows NT, UNIX, Macintosh and OS/2 networks. Its enterprise-wide offerings include an array of storage management, security and communications products, including Cheyenne" HSM, JETserve(TM), InocuLAN", FAXserve(TM), Monitrix" and its flagship product line, the ARCserve" family of network backup software. Cheyenne can be contacted at (800) 243-9462 (US or Canada) or (516) 484-5110, or by visiting its WWW home page at: http:/www.cheyenne.com.


Cheyenne Ships InocuLAN 4.0 for NetWare

New Release focuses on Enterprise-Wide Virus Protection and NDS Support

ROSLYN HEIGHTS, NY (January xx, 1995) - Cheyenne Software, Inc. (AMEX:CYE) announced today that it is shipping InocuLAN 4.0 for NetWare. This latest release focuses on enterprise-wide anti-virus protection through domain management, Novell NDS support, and a newly improved "hands- free" signature file update system. InocuLAN 4.0 for NetWare is the cornerstone a new generation of security software from Cheyenne which also includes new anti-virus products for DOS, Windows, Windows 95, Windows NT and Novell NetWare.

InocuLAN for NetWare provides a powerful set of security tools while providing a new artificial intelligence-based engine for detecting and curing virtually all known and many unknown viruses. "Cheyenne is committed to providing world-class anti-virus protection," said ReiJane Huai, president and CEO of Cheyenne Software. "This commitment is evident in the broad line of new anti-virus products we are releasing, and in our monthly updating of those products to ensure up-to-the-minute anti-virus protection."

Unlike other anti-virus vendors, Cheyenne has always focused on tools to protect the entire network against viruses. The new release of InocuLAN further emphasizes that focus with Novell NDS support, Windows- based domain management, "hands-free" update management and distribution and an auto-load function which automatically unloads InocuLAN from the server, reloading the program when updated software has been distributed.

Cheyenne has also addressed the problem of getting end users to use anti-virus software. "Nobody wants to run another TSR (Terminate and Stay Resident) on their system," Daniel Schrader, InocuLAN's Product Manager explained. "We eliminated that concern by replacing the TSR with a VxD (virtual device driver) in both our Windows and our Windows 95 products. VxDs don't require conventional memory, and are far more stable then TSR-based technology." If VxDs are the carrot, InocuLAN's "enforcement" function is the stick. Enforcement, another feature unique to InocuLAN, allows administrators to remotely require use of the anti-virus software. InocuLAN can periodically check whether workstations are using the VxD, and then warn or log offenders off the network. Eliminating the TSRs, and providing "Enforcement" enables companies implement and enforce anti-virus guidelines - a claim that no other anti-virus product can make.

InocuLAN's other network management capabilities include the most extensive alerting feature in the industry. Alerts can be sent by email, page, fax, SNMP, broadcast or through a printed trouble ticket. InocuLAN also provides activity logs can be centralized across an entire network; domain based scanning and Cheyenne's unique "hands- free" distribution system. "InocuLAN will actually automatically dial Cheyenne's BBS, download software and signature file updates, and distribute the updates to every server and workstation on the network," said Alex Chen, Cheyenne's Director of Engineering for Network Security Products. "InocuLAN will even unload itself from the server and re-load itself to take advantage of the new software - a feature that no-one else offers."

About Cheyenne Software

Cheyenne Software, Inc. is an international developer of essential software solutions for NetWare, Windows NT, UNIX, Macintosh and OS/2 networks. Its enterprise-wide offerings include an array of storage management, security and communications products, including Cheyenne" HSM, JETserve(TM), InocuLAN", FAXserve(TM), Monitrix" and its flagship product line, the ARCserve" family of network backup software. Cheyenne can be contacted at (800) 243-9462 (US or Canada) or (516) 484-5110, or by visiting its Internet home page at: http:/www.cheyenne.com.


Dialogic Expands Distribution Channel
Dialogic Expands Distribution Channel By Teaming With Alliance Systems

Leader in Computer Telephony Industry Signs Distribution Agreement with Texas-Based Distributor of Voice Processing Components

PARSIPPANY, N.J. (1/8/96) -- Dialogic Corporation (NASDAQ:DLGC), the world's leading supplier of open systems computer telephony (CT) hardware and software platforms, has announced a new partnership with Alliance Systems, Inc., a Texas-based value-added distributor of voice processing products. U.S. customers will benefit through the expanded distribution of Dialogic's industry-leading voice, fax and data boards and accompanying software.

Alliance Systems is the leading distributor of computer telephony technology, offering customers the most complete source for computer telephony products, from cables to the most sophisticated voice processing systems. With more than 2,500 clients, Alliance has built a reputation around its technical expertise and support.

Founded in 1983, Dialogic Corporation is a leading manufacturer of standards-based computer telephony hardware and software platform components, with more than 1.9 million ports shipped worldwide. To offer customers the widest range of capabilities, Dialogic has bolstered its traditional CT strengths by acquiring leading companies in complementary technologies: GammaLink, the leader in computer- based facsimile components; the CT Division, which specializes in computer-telephone software integration at the switch level and SpectronMicrosystems, Inc., developers of the SPOX operating system and of digital signal processor development environments. With worldwide headquarters in Parsippany, New Jersey, Dialogic's European headquarters are located in Brussels, Belgium with regional offices in Hartley Wintney, UK; Paris, France; Milan, Italy; and Munich, Germany. Other Dialogic international offices include Buenos Aires, Argentina and Setagayaku, Japan. Dialogic is a founding member of the Enterprise Computer Telephony Forum (ECTF).


Diamond Javelin Video 3000 Enhanced Drivers
DIAMOND MULTIMEDIA DELIVERS ENHANCED DRIVERS FOR JAVELIN VIDEO 3000 SERIES

New Javelin Video Driver 1.0.5 Features Faster Acceleration at up to Eight Times the Performance Over Version 1.0.2

SAN FRANCISCO, CA -- Jan. 9, 1996 -- Diamond Multimedia Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: DIMD), a leading designer and marketer of award-winning visualization and multimedia connectivity subsystems for the Power Macintosh and personal computer markets, today announced at MacWorld, San Francisco, a new driver, version 1.0.5, for its Javelin Video 3000 series multimedia accelerator for the PCI Power Macintosh. The release of Javelin's 1.0.5 drivers delivers powerful graphics and video acceleration for PCI-based Power Macintosh systems (7200, 7500, 8500 and 9500) or MAC OS compatible systems. Drivers can be obtained through Diamond's Internet Web site, FTP site, and America Online.

Revision 1.0.5 improves "Regions" acceleration by eight times over version 1.0.2 which can be seen by scrolling an Adobe Photoshop or Microsoft Word document. Diamond has also added a video CODEC (compression/decompression) that provides YUV to RGB color conversion and scaling for QuickTime 2.1 (or later).

"With the 1.0.5 drivers, users can re-size component video and access smoother video playback to achieve the performance required for high-quality, productive imaging in video applications" said John Chan, product marketing manager for Diamond's Macintosh products. "The Javelin Video 3000 now offers performance that is 150 percent faster than the graphics accelerator that currently ships with Apple's Power Macintosh 9500 series."

The Javelin Video 3000 series includes two high-performance models, the 3240XL and the 3400XL. The Javelin Video 3240XL has an estimated retail price (ERP) of $399, provides 2MB of VRAM (upgradable to 4MB) and supports up to 16.7 million colors and resolutions as high as 1600x1200. The Javelin Video 3400 contains 4MB of VRAM and is $569 (ERP). Both models come bundled in U.S. retail versions with Kai's Power Tools (KPT) Convolver SE 1.0 and Color It LE 3.0. Convolver's plug-in filters provide color imaging tools that can be used in Photoshop or Color It. Color It provides basic Photoshop-like editing to clean- up and modify digital images.

64-Bit Graphics Acceleration

Based on the S3 Vision968 graphics controller, the Javelin Video 3000 series offers considerable performance improvements over the graphics currently offered on PCI-based Power Macintosh systems. The Diamond-engineered QuickDraw graphics drivers take full advantage of the hardware acceleration features found in the Vision968 controller and improves performance in most graphics and imaging applications. The high resolutions and high color depths supported by the Javelin Video 3000 series are ideally suited for large screen monitors and graphics-intensive desktop publishing, multimedia authoring and scientific applications commonly used on Macintosh platforms. A high frequency 220MHz DAC provides ergonomic, flicker-free refresh rates of up to 120Hz. Both Javelin models are DDC-2 compliant and support both Macintosh and PC monitors.

Smooth Video Scaling and Interpolation

The Javelin Video 3000 series scales component video using X and Y interpolation and color space conversion providing smooth, realistic video images at up to 30 frames per second. Component Video CODECformat is supported in QuickTime.

Diamond Multimedia

Diamond Multimedia designs, markets and supports high-performance multimedia solutions for the PC and Macintosh markets. Products include Stealth and Viper graphics and multimedia accelerators, EDGE 3D animation accelerators and Supra fax/modems. Diamond also markets Internet kits including ISDN adapters, and sound cards and multimedia upgrade kits. Headquartered in San Jose, CA, Diamond has marketing and technical support facilities in Vancouver (Wash.), Tokyo, Starnberg (Germany), Paris and Slough (U.K.) Diamond's products are sold through regional, national and international distributors as well as to major computer retailers, mass merchants and OEMs worldwide. Diamond's common stock is traded on the Nasdaq National Market under the symbol DIMD.

How to Contact Diamond Multimedia

There are many ways to reach Diamond for sales support, technical assistance, driver updates and general information:

The Main Phone Number: 408-325-7000; Fax: 408-325-7070

Supra Communications Division Main Phone Number: 360-604-1400; Fax: 360-604-1401

SPEA Division Main Phone Number (Germany): +49-8151-2660

Product Support: 408-325-7100; Supra: 360-604-1499

For information on Diamond products: 1-800-468-5846; Supra: 1-800- 727-8772

24-Hour Fax On Demand Service: 1-800-380-0030; Supra 503-967-0072

America Online (Keyword: DIAMOND; Supra Keyword: SUPRACORP2)

CompuServe (GO DMNDONLINE or GO GRAPHBVEN) [75300,3673]; Supra: (GO SUPRA); SPEA (GO SPEA)

Microsoft Network: Find DIAMOND

FTP site: ftp.diamondmm.com, or Supra: ftp.supra.com

Internet Web site: http://www.diamondmm.com or Supra: http://www.supra.com

BBS numbers at 408-325-7080 (to 14.4 baud) or 408-325-7175 (to 28.8 baud)

Supra BBS: 503-967-2444

SPEA BBS at +49-8151-266241 (to 14.4 baud) or +49-8151-12921 (to 28.8 baud) or +49-8151-78001 (ISDN)


DTE Homewise Home/Family Organizer
DTE HOMEWISE - THE COMPLETE HOME AND FAMILY ORGANIZER

JANUARY 2, 1995 -- If two imaginative entrepreneurs have their way, it may not be too long before the term "home computer" takes on a whole new meaning - its real meaning in this age of information. Their new software, DTE HOMEwise, offers almost two hundred different ways for you to organize your home and family, maintain valuable records, maximize your time and generally make your life easier.

With something for everyone in the family and with on-screen help written in plain, down-to-earth English - not "computer talk" - DTE HOMEwise effectively answers the oft-asked question, "O.K., so now we've got a computer at home, what are we going to do with it?"

"Currently, the use of a computer in the home is restricted mainly to a few key areas: assistance with the operation of a home-based business; as an extension of the 9 to 5 office and, of course, playing computer games," observes Steve Clifford, one of the two directors of the new company, Down To Earth Software Incorporated.

Tony Walton, the other half of the team and creator of DTE HOMEwise, comments that, "Although many home-use oriented computer programs are available from a variety of software and shareware publishers and distributors, most are simple, stand-alone products which perform just one or two basic functions. For example, you can get programs which will help you balance your chequebook, ones which keep track of your video tapes, your recipes, or your personal telephone book. And there are a few notable exceptions out there which do several things but, on the whole, finding one program which offers all of these features - plus many, many more - has been virtually impossible until now."

"We set out to produce a truly meaningful home and family management program - one which all the members of the average family not only could use but would want to use on a day-to-day basis. It had to satisfy many criteria, but there was one absolutely key consideration: that one member of most families who, by virtue of age, attitude or lack of experience, has the least inclination to use a computer. Having kept that special person in mind constantly throughout the year-long development and testing stages, we are confident that DTE HOMEwise has emerged as a success," said Walton. "I knew we were on the right track when my mother, Kathy Walton (at 70-something), ran an early version of the program through its first practical test with very little prompting and no real difficulty. She noticed immediately that everything was easy to see, easy to read and easy to understand. Now she uses DTE HOMEwise every week to organize the grocery shopping, plan meals, write notes to friends and keep track of her knitting projects."

The program itself was written by Steve Clifford, Director of Product Development, and takes full advantage of the Microsoft Windows graphical user interface which means, simply, "point to a picture and click on it". This has resulted in a finished product of enormous sophistication yet incredible ease of use. Technically, DTE HOMEwise will run well on virtually any computer capable of running Windows.

Even the most novice or reluctant user may navigate comfortably and confidently through the DTE HOMEwise "electronic house" using the "point-and-click" mouse, accessing such practical applications as family libraries, bank accounts, expense records, home and vehicle maintenance records, calendars, diaries, insurance inventories, things to do lists, home, school and work project organizers, and family medical and dental histories, to name but a few - there's even a "Kids' Chores" list. (Bad news, kids, sorry.)

Described as "the program that grows with your family", DTE HOMEwise is customized by the initial user so that it becomes specific and unique to the family members or individuals who will be using the program, with accommodation for as many or as few users as necessary. An easily recognizable house layout with kitchen, living room, dining room, family room, bedrooms, study, basement, garage - and much more - greets the user upon start-up. The user may then go into any room and, from there, activate one of the many available functions simply by pointing to and clicking on the appropriate "icon", or picture button. Privacy is assured by "password protected access" to such sensitive areas as bank information, personal journals or diaries and bedrooms. (Good news, kids, privacy at last!). All functions may be viewed on-screen and as printouts.

There are many interactive components such as the Shopping Lists and the Recipe Book which require the user to actually work with the program in order to create the desired, personalized result. The interactive Message Center allows busy family members to stay in touch with each other. DTE HOMEwise even includes a small, but fully functional word processing module, removing the need for a separate, added-cost, stand-alone program. The list goes on and on...

Steve Clifford and Tony Walton recognize that there is not yet a computer in every home, but they also know that that situation is changing very quickly. They hope to help it along with the introduction of DTE HOMEwise and many subsequent programs from their new and exciting Manotick company, Down To Earth Software Inc.

With a price of only $49.95 CDN plus taxes, DTE HOMEwise is available at retailers or directly from Down To Earth Software Inc. by telephone: (613) 692-0657, fax: (613) 692-0643 or e-mail to: DTES@MAGI.COM. Dealer inquiries are welcome.


FORE & GI Plan ATM-based Cable Modem Network
FORE SYSTEMS AND GENERAL INSTRUMENT ANNOUNCE PLANS TO JOINTLY DEVELOP ATM-BASED CABLE MODEM NETWORK SYSTEM

SYSTEM TO ENABLE ADVANCED HIGH SPEED COMPUTER SERVICES TO HOMES AND BUSINESSES INCLUDING INTERNET ACCESS, INTERACTIVE GAMES, AND WORK- AT-HOME

Pittsburgh, PA and San Diego, CA - January 9, 1996- FORE Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: FORE), a worldwide leader in networking products based on asynchronous transfer mode (ATM) technology, and General Instrument Corporation (NYSE: GIC), a world leader in cable and satellite systems, today announced their plans to jointly develop a high-speed, ATM-based telecommunications network system. The system is designed to enable broadband telecommunications operators to provide high-speed, two-way communication services to computers over hybrid fiber coax (HFC) cable TV plants.

The network enables the delivery of full motion video in real time to the personal computer, in addition to Internet and online service access, and a multimedia library featuring a variety of CD ROM titles on demand. It is anticipated future applications will be developed that leverage the network's capability to integrate video into multimedia applications, creating an entirely new generation of video- based media.

The system is designed to provide a computer connection at speeds of up to 25 Mbps, hundreds of times greater than today's fastest telephone computer modems. Customers will enjoy substantially more rapid access to their current on-line services and dial-up connections. Additionally, the high transmission speeds and dedicated links will be able to support exciting new capabilities and interactive services.

The development plans between FORE and GI, who have been cooperating for over a year, are significant as they bring together two leading companies in their respective fields. FORE's expertise is in building end-to-end ATM solutions. According to Dataquest, FORE has a market share of nearly 65% and has shipped more ATM local area network (LAN) products than all of its competitors combined. GI is a leading provider of video, audio and data delivery systems.

"We are very enthusiastic about our partners working together to deliver high performance network technology that can take advantage of a rich Internet and also deliver the Quality of Service that multimedia and broadband applications require," said Craig Mundie, senior vice president, Consumer Systems Division at Microsoft. "Microsoft has worked closely with FORE on ATM technology and standards for the past two years and with GI on set-top box technology. We believe this announcement will help speed Microsoft's efforts to bring new services to PCs and televisions."

Mike Ozburn, vice president and general manager, Telecommunication Network Systems business unit of the GI Communications Division, commented, "The creation of standards for cable modem systems will be an important step toward making this technology readily available to the consumer. FORE and GI have been proactively working with several industry groups and standards bodies to help shape these standards to ensure that our system is compatible."

FORE is a principal member of the ATM Forum, Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF), and International Telecommunications Union (ITU). GI is a contributor to the ATM Forum, the Moving Pictures Experts Group (MPEG), and the IEEE 802.14 standards committee on a Standard Protocol for Cable-TV Based Broadband Communications Networks. Both companies have also been working with the cable industry through CableLabs on its High Speed Cable Data Services program providing a framework for vendor interoperability. Both FORE and GI intend to design the ATM-based cable modem network system to be compatible with industry standards, as each has done with previous products.

"The inherent switching nature of ATM will facilitate the formation of very high-speed wide area and global networks that can be directly accessed from the cable TV network similar to the ubiquitous access currently supported by phone modems. To create such an advanced network, GI plans to develop an end-to-end ATM communications system working cooperatively with FORE as a development partner," said Ozburn.

According to industry analysts, there will be an estimated 300,000 cable modem PC households in 1997, rising to 12.9 million in 2004.

"This represents a very exciting opportunity for FORE Systems," said Eric Cooper, chairman and CEO of FORE Systems. "We have successfully demonstrated our ability to deliver complete ATM solutions to benefit businesses, government, and communications service providers worldwide. Now, with General Instrument, we plan deliver a cost-effective ATM solution to the home."

The network solution will be based on an end-to-end ATM system. Servers and content gateways at the cable head-end are designed to be connected through FORE Systems ATM switching products to a head- end processor which will be jointly developed by FORE and GI. The processor will send traffic downstream over an HFC infrastructure to a cable modem from GI, that is connected to the home computer equipped with a standard network interface card (NIC), such as a FORE 25 Mbps ATM adapter card. Upstream traffic will travel over the same path in reverse at lower speeds. GI is developing a specialized network navigator for use with the system.

The end-to-end ATM-based solution is designed to offer several advantages over other proposed cable modem systems. The network is highly scalable, serving larger networks and higher bandwidths more easily than Ethernet- based products. The system also can deliver the guaranteed Quality of Service needed for effective delivery of multimedia applications. It will also provide operators with the option of billing by usage rather than connect time. Finally it supports an open architecture using industry standard interfaces.

ABOUT FORE SYSTEMS

FORE Systems is a worldwide leader in the design, development, manufacture, and sale of high-performance networking products based on ATM (asynchronous transfer mode) technology. FORE offers the most comprehensive ATM product line available today including ForeRunner switches, adapter cards, LAN access products, video adapters, ForeThought Internetworking Software, and ForeView Network Management Software. FORE has delivered ATM solutions to over 800 customers including Fortune 500 companies, telecommunications service providers, government agencies, research institutions, and universities. FORE Systems' headquarters are located at 174 Thorn Hill Road, Warrendale, Pennsylvania 15086. FORE Systems can be reached by telephone at (412) 772-6600, by fax at (412) 772-6500, and via the Internet at HTTP://WWW.FORE.COM or info@fore.com.

ABOUT GENERAL INSTRUMENT

General Instrument Corporation is a world leader in developing technology, systems and product solutions for the interactive delivery of video, voice and data. The GI Communications Division's Telecommunication Network Systems business unit is developing communications systems for the delivery of video and data to PCs using broadband network architectures such as cable, satellite and wireless. GI's headquarters are located at 181 W. Madison, Chicago, Illinois 60602. The Data Systems Group is located at 6262 Lusk Boulevard, San Diego, California 92121 and can be reached at (619) 535-2599, by fax at (619) 623-2915, and via the Internet at HTTP://WWW.GI.COM.


Apple Licenses FORE ForeThought Code
APPLE COMPUTER LICENSES FORE SYSTEMS' FORETHOUGHT CODE

Pittsburgh, PA- January 8, 1996 - FORE Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq:FORE), a worldwide leader in networking products based on asynchronous transfer mode (ATM) technology, today announced that Apple Computer has become a licensee of ForeThought code under the ForeThought Partners University and Research program.

"Apple recognizes that a key segment of our customers use Macintosh computers in multimedia environments, requiring effective transmission of voice, video and data. The development of technology such as the Power Mac and Open Transport now gives our customers the opportunity to take full advantage of the performance available only with ATM," said David Singer, ATM development manager, Apple Computer, Inc. "We have been working with FORE Systems for the past several years and have now licensed the ForeThought code to enable the best possible implementation of ATM solutions for our customers."

"We are extremely pleased to add a leading computer vendor such as Apple to the ForeThought Partner family," said George Prodan, director of marketing, adapters, of FORE Systems. "The combination of Apple's leading technology with advanced ForeThought ATM Internetworking Software will result in the best possible ATM solution for Macintosh users."

FORETHOUGHT PARTNERS PROGRAM

Announced in September 1994, the ForeThought Partners program now includes over 35 leading networking and software vendors, as well as nearly 100 university and research partners. The program was developed to accelerate the deployment of ATM technology and ensure maximum interoperability for end-users. A number of ForeThought Partners have developed and released products containing FORE-based ATM technology as a direct result of the program.

FORETHOUGHT INTERNETWORKING SOFTWARE

ForeThought Internetworking Software is an integrated suite of intelligent software components delivering high performance, transparent ATM internetworking. ForeThought includes both standards-based and value-added features. Standards compliant features include UNI 3.0 signaling and ILMI, Classical IP-over-ATM (RFCs 1483 & 1577), SVCs, and LAN Emulation 1.0. Enhanced capabilities offered by ForeThought software include ForeThought Private Network to Network Interface (for scalable networks) and Smart Permanent Virtual Circuits (for easy configuration of permanent virtual circuits).


Hayes Lowers Prices on ACCURA Modems
HAYES LOWERS PRICES ON SOHO -- PERSONAL USE MODEMS

Atlanta, GA, 4 January 1996--Hayes Microcomputer Products, Inc. today announced that it has cut prices up to 23% on  ACCURA modems. The price reduction includes all current products in the ACCURA product line including 288 and 144 modems for IBM-compatible and Macintosh platforms.

New ACCURA pricing is as follows:

          ACCURA                   Old SRP      New SRP   Difference

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ACCURA 288 V.34 + FAX               $269          $229      15%

ACCURA 288B V.34 + FAX              $229          $199      13%

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ACCURA 144 + FAX                    $139          $109      22%

ACCURA 144B + FAX (internal)        $129          $99       23%

        ACCURA for MAC             Old SRP      New SRP   Difference

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ACCURA 288 V.34 + FAX               $279          $239      14%

ACCURA 144 + FAX                    $149          $119      20%

ACCURA modems are part of a family of products from the company that invented the PC modem -- opening the on-ramp to the information highway. Hayes has been setting reliability and performance benchmarks and compatibility standards since 1981 which have been adopted by other manufacturers and software developers as "Hayes-compatible."

ACCURA modems offer hobbyist personal computer and small office/home office (SOHO) users featured-packed performance at an affordable price. ACCURA modems support data throughput speeds up to 115,200 bits/s in the 288 modem, and 57,600 bits/s in the 144 modem. ACCURA modems are Windows 95 compatible, and support V.42 and MNP2-4 error- control, V.42bis and MNP5 data compression and Group 3 fax modes.

Hayes ACCURA products for the PC are bundled with Hayes Smartcom Data and Fax communications software which enables users to access online services, send and receive faxes and communicate PC-to-PC. ACCURA users also receive free trial memberships and service offers from such popular online services as America Online, CompuServe, Genie, Spry Mosaic and GNN. A three-year extension of the two-year limited warranty is available to customers who register their Hayes ACCURA modem within 90 days of purchase in the United States and Canada only.

Best known as the inventor of the PC modem, Hayes is recognized around the globe as a leader in technical innovations, computer communications standards, functional and feature-rich products, and superior support and service. Founded in 1977, Hayes develops, manufactures, and markets value-added computer communications solutions for software, business, network, and consumer market segments. The company maintains an extensive global network of authorized distributors, dealers, mass merchants, VARs, system integrators and original equipment manufacturers. Hayes customers include Fortune 1000 corporations, mid-size companies and corporate branch offices, small and home office businesses, on- line and telecommunications network providers, and millions of individual PC users around the globe.

Hayes Microcomputer Products, Inc.

Phone: 770/840-9200, Fax: 770/441-1238

Hayes World Wide Web Site: http://www.hayes.com


HP Unveils Windows Access Solution for Unix
HP Unveils Strategic Road Map For Delivering Windows Access Solution For Unix System-Based Workgroups

Scaleable, Open Architecture to Provide Industry's Most Comprehensive, Integrated Solution; HP 500 Version 1.1 Now Shipping

PALO ALTO, CALIFORNIA. JANUARY 8, 1996 -- Hewlett-Packard Company today unveiled its strategic road map for delivering the industry's most comprehensive and integrated Windows access solution for workgroups in UNIX system-based environments. As part of its strategy, HP will broaden the functionality of its HP 500 Windows Application Server to include full support for Windows 95 and 32-bit PC applications as well as other new enhancements. In addition, the company announced an enhanced version of the product, HP 500 Version 1.1, which is now shipping.

The HP 500 Windows Application Server, available since August 1995, targets UNIX system-based workgroups in heterogeneous technical and commercial environments. These users primarily run UNIX system- based applications, but occasionally require high-performance access to Windows personal productivity tools, such as word processing, presentation packages and e-mail -- all from the same desktop. Users in these environments need a Windows application access strategy that will fit their current and future network architectures. This strategy outlines seven product attributes critical to consider now and in the future when implementing such network architectures:

 excellent MS Windows compatibility;

 exceptional MS Windows performance;

 tight integration between UNIX system-based and Windows-based systems;

 open-systems solution;

 cost-effective solution;

 multi-user capability;

 scalable architecture.

"Customers who are evaluating integration technologies for these two operating systems should invest in an architecture that fits their existing client/server strategy and meets their specific requirements for the future," said K.C. Chavda, marketing manager, HP's Panacom Automation Division. "Purchase decisions made today will have long- term implications for customers' network- and system-management strategies. The importance of making the right decision can't be overestimated, so it's essential that our customers understand how the HP 500 technology will evolve to fit their future network architecture requirements."

Excellent MS Windows Compatibility

HP 500 version 1.1 provides support for Windows Enhanced Mode (386/486 mode) and executes MS Windows applications in native mode on Intel- based platforms for maximum PC application compatibility. Additional features include support for Windows 16-bit applications and Windows 3.x GUI.

In the second half of 1996, the HP 500 software is scheduled to provide complete Windows 95 support. This is targeted to coincide with Microsoft's delivery of a maintenance version of Windows 95, which is scheduled for delivery in mid-1996, when HP expects large corporate customers will implement the new operating system. With this capability, users will gain transparent access to full 32-bit applications, as well as 16-bit applications running in native mode, using a full implementation of Windows 95.

Exceptional MS Windows Application Performance

HP 500 Version 1.1 today offers performance of 486/33MHz or higher for each individual user with load-balancing capability between HP 500 servers. In 1996, the HP 500 hardware and software architecture is scheduled to be enhanced to allow for an increased number of users at the server level and better application performance per user.

For example, in the second quarter of 1996, the HP 500 is scheduled to provide enhanced multiprocessing support with 486/50MHz performance for each individual user. Later in the year and beyond, HP 500 performance is slated to further increase to 486/66MHz and higher per user as HP closely follows Intel's scheduled transition from P5 to P6 chip releases. The HP 500 also is scheduled to provide support for the new Intel/HP architecture-based processors when they become available. In addition, load balancing between HP 500 servers will be further enhanced.

Tight Integration

HP has established industry leadership in integrating these operating systems. It was the first vendor to deliver cut-and-paste capability between UNIX system-based and Window-based systems and the only vendor to provide an integrated NFS-mounted floppy drive on an X station. HP extends this capability to the HP 500 Version 1.1. For instance, with an NFS-mounted floppy drive, an HP ENVIZEX station can become a virtual PC that allows quick and transparent access to user data.

Future versions of the HP 500 are scheduled to offer additional integration features. These include automated/centralized PC user setup from the UNIX system-based environment, such as configuration files, log- on procedures, security and system-performance monitoring tools that display, among other things, the amount of available processing power and number of users logged-on.

Beyond 1996, the HP 500 will utilize the unified 64-bit UNIX system that combine features of HP-UX, Novell's UNIXWare and SCO UNIX.

Open-systems Solution

The HP 500 Version 1.1, based on open-systems standards, offers seamless connectivity to Novell servers, providing file access and execution capabilities while complying with Novell's licensing schemes. The HP 500 is scheduled to offer seamless connectivity to LAN Manager and Windows NT servers this year to allow access to files, data and printers associated with those servers.

The HP 500 is designed without proprietary local clients, protocols or operating-system extensions. This enables the HP 500 to operate with one of the most comprehensive array of desktops and networks. For example, the HP 500 can work with any X11-capable device available today, including workstations from HP, Sun Microsystems, Digital Equipment Corp., IBM and Silicon Graphics. It also supports all X terminals from HP, Network Computing Devices, Tektronix and others, as well as PCs running X server software.

The HP 500 will continue to rely on networking standards such as TCP/IP, X, NFS and NIS to ensure present and future compatibility with most networked environments.

Cost-effective, Multiuser Capability and Scaleable Architecture

HP plans to improve its SMP capability this year through support for three or more processors and support for up to 64 and 128 users on a single HP 500 server. Existing customers who need to add users to their systems have investment protection through low-cost hardware and software upgrades, backed by HP's commitment to high-level support.

By adding increased compute power and supporting more users per server, HP will continue to provide a lower cost-per-seat while increasing the performance available to each user. At a current cost of approximately $300(2) per user, the HP 500 is substantially less expensive than PCs, and it will become even more cost-effective through future enhancements.

Cost-of-ownership Advantages

The HP 500 also delivers substantial ongoing cost-of-ownership savings when used with HP X stations. A recent study conducted by the X Business Group, a division of Zona Research, reported that over a five-year life cycle, the HP 500 and HP X station combination will provide a 51 percent cost advantage over networked PCs running PC X server software for most client/server environments.

Hewlett-Packard Company is a leading global manufacturer of computing, communications and measurement products and services recognized for excellence in quality and support. HP has 102,300 employees and had revenue of $31.5 billion in its 1995 fiscal year.

Information about HP and its products can be found on the World Wide Web at: http://www.hp.com.

(1) HP-UX 9.X and 10.0 for HP 9000 Series 700 and 800 computers are X/Open Company UNIX 93 branded products.

(2) Based on the suggested list price of $7,995 for a 30-user software license for the HP 500 Windows Application Server software.


HP Slashes Price of PCI LAN Adapters
HP Slashes Price Of PCI Adapters

Clears Path to High-speed Network Solution

PALO ALTO, CALIFORNIA. JANUARY 8, 1996 -- Hewlett-Packard Company today slashed the price of its 10/100VG Selectable PCI LAN Adapter by as much as 29 percent in a move to deliver 100VG-AnyLAN solutions at 10Base-T prices.

HP's 10/100VG PCI LAN Adapter is one of the industry's lowest-priced high-speed PCI adapters at $148 per adapter in the 24-pack - lower than both 3Com's and Intel's 24-pack price.

The price cut drops the cost close to $300 per user (10/100VG PCI adapter and 100VG hub port), making it easier and more affordable for customers to move from their current 10-megabit-per-second (Mbps) networks to high-speed, 100Mbps networks.

"HP is delivering ATM-like performance to the desktop at prices that are aggressively gaining on 10Base-T," said Gary McAnally, general manager of HP's Roseville (Calif.) Networks Division. "We're offering network managers more flexibility in replacing old 10Mbps networks while protecting their investment with an IEEE-approved standard."

100VG is ideal for emerging workgroup applications, such as desktop video conferencing, color network printing, collaborative computing and multimedia; other large, data-intensive workgroup applications; and for improving the performance of existing applications.

HP, AT&T and IBM cooperatively developed the 100VG-AnyLAN approved standard (IEEE 802.12). The first 100VG product began shipping in August 1994.

U.S. Prices, Availability and Warranty

The price reductions are effective immediately and are offered through HP's worldwide network of authorized computer dealers, resellers and distributors. HP 10/100VG adapters are backed by a limited lifetime warranty.

                                   Price per     Price per

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HP J2585A  HP 10/100VG selectable   $189          N/A

           PCI adapter - single

HP J3009A  HP 10/100VG selectable    169         $1,015

           PCI adapter 6-pack

HP J3010A  HP 10/100VG selectable    148          3,552

           PCI adapter 24-pack

HP's Network Systems Business Unit (NSBU) was formed by HP's Roseville Networks Division, a leading supplier of 10Base-T stackable hubs, and HP's Network Server Division, the industry's fastest growing supplier of network servers, to capitalize on the strengths and synergies between the divisions to develop and deliver networked-systems solutions to customers. HP's Roseville Networks Division developed 10Base- T and network printing and co-developed 100VG-AnyLAN. HP's full line of networking products includes AdvanceStack routers, AdvanceStack 100VG hubs, AdvanceStack 10Base-T hubs, AdvanceStack 10/100VG switches, AdvanceStack 10Base-T switches, OpenView network-management applications, JetDirect print servers, 10Base-T and 10/100VG LAN Adapters.

Hewlett-Packard Company is a leading global manufacturer of computing, communications and measurement products and services recognized for excellence in quality and support. HP has 102,300 employees and had revenue of $31.5 billion in its 1995 fiscal year.

Information about HP and its products can be found on the World Wide Web at:  http://www.hp.com.

Information in this release applies specifically to products available in the United States. Product availability and specifications may vary in non-U.S. markets.


Intergraph NFS Competitive Upgrade Program
NFS Competitive Upgrade Program Eases Move to Windows 95 and Windows NT

HUNTSVILLE, ALA., JANUARY 10, 1996 -- Intergraph Software Solutions introduces a program to make it easier for users of DOS and Windows based NFS products to move up to the 32-bit Windows environment..

Intergraph is now offering competitive upgrades for its popular NFS client and server products to make it easier for NFS users currently on the DOS/Windows platforms to upgrade to new operating systems. "It appears that the Windows 95 launch has done much to propel interest in our Windows product, particularly our UNIX-Windows integration products. These products that have sold well previously and are now in record demand," said Tommy Steele, president of ISS.

Users of competing packages can upgrade from any DOS or Windows NFS package to DiskAccess for Windows 95 for $150 (U.S. list), or to PC-NFS or DiskShare for Windows NT, for only $180 (U.S. list).

Intergraph's UNIX-Windows integration offering is designed to meet the demands of the growing 32-bit Windows community, providing quality products, that install easily and operate over Microsoft's native TCP/IP protocol stack. Using Microsoft's native protocol stack greatly reduces the time and headaches in installation and set-up of NFS connections. "Installing and configuring proprietary TCP/IP stacks for DOS-based NFS products could take hours. But our products' use of Microsoft's native TCP/IP stack reduces NFS configuration and set-up to seconds" Steele continued.

* PC-NFS, a co-development effort of SunSoft and Intergraph, gives Windows NT users access to UNIX-based file systems, is a multi- threaded application, and uses Microsoft's native Windows NT TCP- IP stack.

* DISKSHARE, Intergraph's award-winning NFS server lets Windows NT users share drives or file folders to the UNIX community directly from File Manager. DiskShare is secure, using Microsoft's native TCP-IP stack.

* DISKACCESS allows Windows 95 users to access UNIX-based file and printer resources directly from the Network Neighborhood. DiskAccess is a multi-threaded VxD that uses Microsoft's native Windows 95 TCP-IP stack.

NEW VERSIONS NOW SHIPPING

Intergraph is now shipping version 2.2 of PC-NFS for Windows NT and version 2.1 of DiskShare for Windows NT. PC-NFS for Windows NT version 2.2 offers improved performance and support for pcnfsd printing, while DiskShare version 2.1 features improved startup time performance on systems with large directory structures.

FREE UPDATES

Free updates are available for existing PC-NFS 2.X and DiskShare 2.X users from Intergraph's Web, FTP, or BBS servers, and install with the customers permanent serial number. Users with 1.X versions PC-NFS or DiskShare can purchase upgrades to the new version for $150.

FREE EVALUATION PROGRAM AND MORE INFORMATION

For a free evaluation CD, or more information about any of Intergraph's integration products for Windows 95 or Windows NT contact Intergraph at 1-800-291-9909 or 1-205-730-2700. You can also reach us via e-mail at nfs_info@intergraph.com or through the World Wide Web at http://www.intergraph.com/nfs.

INTERGRAPH BACKGROUND INFORMATION

A member of the Fortune 1,000, Intergraph Corporation is the world's largest independent developer of products for Windows NT. Products range from point solutions, meeting individual and departmental needs, to integrated, enterprise-wide systems. Noted for delivering interoperable systems and applications, Intergraph bases its products on Windows, Windows 95, Windows NT, and UNIX operating systems.

Intergraph Software Solutions (ISS) develops and markets integrated software for the Technical Desktop -- the combination of compatible technical applications and personal productivity tools in a single desktop computer. Technical applications include computer-aided design, engineering, analysis, manufacturing, publishing, and earth sciences. ISS also provides core system software, high-end applications, and training, consulting, and implementation services.


Intergraph Solid Edge Leap Day Feb 29th
Intergraph Announces Solid Edge Leap Day; 2,000 Engineering Professionals in 65 Cities Get Interactive with Innovative "Edumedia" Tools

HUNTSVILLE, ALA., JAN. 10, 1996 -- Intergraph Software Solutions today announced SOLID EDGE LEAP DAY to be held Thursday, February 29 in conjunction with the last leap year of the century. More than 2,000 engineering professionals will have the opportunity to gather in 65 North American cities at SOLID EDGE Technology Seminars to interact with and learn this revolutionary new computer-aided design (CAD) software, priced at $5,995 (U.S.).

Participants will test drive and learn about SOLID EDGE's unparalleled ease of use, unique assembly design tools, and innovative plug-and- play software integration. Intergraph representatives and Business Partners will be available at each seminar site to provide a guided tour of SOLID EDGE and its built-in interactive multimedia capabilities. SOLID EDGE's "Edumedia" tools include tutorials, examples, and on-line help that are extremely easy to use and reduce the need for classroom training.

"The technology seminars are especially significant for engineering professionals who presently use 2D or earlier generation 3D design tools and are seeking sophisticated, high-performance solid modeling to remain competitive into the next century," said David Primrose, Marketing Director, Intergraph Mechanical Software Solutions.

"On February 29 more than 2,000 engineers can learn leading- edge CAD techniques for a modest investment no charge and a half- day away from the office. It's a great opportunity to see how SOLID EDGE offers a clear advantage in decreasing training costs, reducing design cycles and improving product quality."

SOLID EDGE LEAP DAY attendees can select from a morning or afternoon session on Thursday, February 29, 1996. Register by calling 800-345- 4856, e-mail solidedge@ingr.com, or through the World Wide Web at http://www.intergraph.com/mech/solidedge.shtml. Attendees may also contact their local Intergraph SOLID EDGE Business Partner for more details.

THE SOLID EDGE ADVANTAGE

SOLID EDGE, announced in October, offers mechanical design professionals an uncompromising 3D CAD solution. The result of Intergraph's advanced- capability Jupiter technology, SOLID EDGE stands apart from other CAD products by offering remarkable ease of use, a unique focus on assembly design, and plug-and-play interoperability. Developed specifically for WindowsR 95 and Windows NT&#153; operating systems, SOLID EDGE is the first Windows-based mechanical CAD system to implement innovative assembly design functions and revolutionary software integration technologies.

INTERGRAPH BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Intergraph Corporation (Huntsville, Ala.) is the world's largest company dedicated to supplying interactive computer graphics systems. Products range from point solutions, meeting individual and departmental needs, to integrated, enterprise-wide systems. The company's common stock trades on The Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol: INGR.

Noted for delivering interoperable systems and applications, Intergraph bases its products on Windows, Windows 95, and Windows NT.

INTERGRAPH SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS (ISS) develops and markets integrated software for the Technical Desktop - the combination of compatible technical applications and personal productivity tools in a single desktop computer. Technical applications include computer-aided design, engineering, analysis, manufacturing, publishing and earth sciences. ISS also provides core system software, high-end applications, and training, consulting, and implementation services.


Intergraph eXalt Passes Windows 95 Logo Test
INTERGRAPH'S EXALT PASSES WINDOWS 95 LOGO TEST ON FIRST TRY

HUNTSVILLE, ALA., JANUARY 4, 1996 -- Intergraph Software Solutions (Huntsville, Ala.) announced today that eXalt version 2.0 passed the stringent Windows 95 logo test on its first submission. eXalt will now be able to carry the coveted Designed for Windows 95 logo, assuring end users that the product makes the most of the sophisticated new features available in the Windows 95 operating system. In addition, eXalt's price has been reduced to $350, making it an even more attractive purchase.

eXalt seamlessly and transparently integrates X Window System (X) applications residing on the network with personal desktop applications on Intel-compatible systems running Windows NT or Windows 95. X is an industry-standard, network-based graphics window system used by mainframes, minicomputers, supercomputers, and workstations. With eXalt, users can view, edit, and transfer files residing on X-based UNIX systems from a Windows NT or Windows 95 system.

Microsoft Corporation (Redmond, Wash.), which released Windows 95 in August, developed rigorous standards by which all products wishing to carry the Designed for Windows 95 logo must adhere. The analysis is performed by the independent testing organization VeriTest. Microsoft will not allow a company to use the Windows 95 logo on its software or hardware unless VeriTest has certified the product as meeting the requirements.

"We are pleased that eXalt has been awarded the Designed for Windows 95 logo," said Ron Jolly, product manager for eXalt. "The Windows 95 logo will alert customers that eXalt is compatible and, more importantly, specifically designed to take advantage of the technology embedded into Windows 95. This integration with Windows 95 allows users to obtain reliable operation and optimum performance with minimal fuss." Jolly added.

Achieving the logo certification assures end users that eXalt is a 32-bit Windows-based application that provides better multitasking and application robustness. Besides featuring the enhanced user interface of Windows 95, eXalt provides support for long filenames, automated installation, and uninstall capabilities. eXalt also runs on Windows NT.

Intergraph offers a complete line of UNIX integration products for Windows 95 and Windows NT allowing Windows users to share files and network resources with UNIX systems. For more information about any of Intergraph's Windows integration products, contact Intergraph at 1-800-291-9909, 1-205-730-2700, or via e-mail at nfs-info@ingr.com. Visit our web site at http://www.intergraph.com/nfs.

INTERGRAPH BACKGROUND INFORMATION

A member of the Fortune 1,000, Intergraph Corporation is the world's largest independent developer of products for Windows NT. Products range from point solutions, meeting individual and departmental needs, to integrated, enterprise-wide systems. Noted for delivering interoperable systems and applications, Intergraph bases its products on Windows, Windows 95, Windows NT, and UNIX operating systems.

Intergraph Software Solutions (ISS) develops and markets integrated software for the Technical Desktop -- the combination of compatible technical applications and personal productivity tools in a single desktop computer. Technical applications include computer-aided design, engineering, analysis, manufacturing, publishing, and earth sciences. ISS also provides core system software, high-end applications, and training, consulting, and implementation services.


AMD & Intel Sign Patent Cross License
Advanced Micro Devices and Intel Sign Patent Cross License Agreement

SUNNYVALE, CALIF. -- Jan. 5, 1996 -- Advanced Micro Devices and Intel Corporation today announced that they have signed a five-year patent cross-license agreement. The companies had agreed to negotiate the license as the result of a litigation settlement announced in January 1995.

The new agreement follows a patent cross-license arrangement between the two companies that expired at the end of 1995. Effective January 1, 1996, the new pact gives AMD and Intel the rights to use each others' patents and certain copyrights, exclusive of microprocessor microcode copyrights. AMD agreed in the January 1995 settlement agreement that it would not use Intel microcode beyond the Intel486(TM) processor code.

The cross-license is royalty-bearing for products that use certain technologies, though specific financial terms were not disclosed.

"Licensing is one way of ensuring others respect our intellectual property," said Craig Barrett, Intel's chief operating officer. "It also allows us to provide our shareholders with a continuing return on the massive investments we make on their behalf."

"This agreement ensures that AMD has legal rights to all the enabling Intel intellectual property necessary to continue providing our customers with competitive products that are fully software-compatible with the Intel instruction set," said W.J. Sanders III, chairman and chief executive officer of AMD.

Focusing on the personal and networked computing and communications markets, Advanced Micro Devices, Inc., produces microprocessors and related peripherals, flash memories, programmable logic devices, and circuits for telecommunications and networking applications. Founded in 1969, AMD reported 1994 revenues of $2.1 billion. With headquarters in Sunnyvale, California, AMD has sales offices worldwide and manufacturing facilities in Sunnyvale; Austin, Texas; Bangkok, Thailand; Penang, Malaysia; Singapore and Aizu-Wakamatsu, Japan.

Intel, the world's largest chip maker, is also a leading manufacturer of personal computer, networking and communications products.


Intel to Revise SPECInt92 Benchmark Results
Intel To Revise SPECInt92 Benchmark Results Lower Due To Beta Compiler Error

SANTA CLARA, CALIF. -- Jan. 5, 1996 -- Intel Corporation today said a bug was discovered in the beta compiler used to generate SPEC benchmark results, leading to an overstatement of SPECint92* results for certain processors by about 10 percent. SPECint92 is an older integer version of the industry's SPEC benchmark and is being phased out in favor of the more modern SPECint95*. The company emphasized that the beta compiler error does not affect performance results for SPECfp92, SPECint95 and SPECfp95, as well as various other Intel-reported benchmarks and Intel's iCOMP" index, which are all accurate. The issue is confined to beta compiler software, and affects neither microprocessor function nor the performance of any applications.

"While we know SPEC members have been moving rapidly toward the new SPEC95 benchmark suite as a preferred performance metric, we are embarrassed and truly sorry for this oversight," said Fred Pollack, an Intel Fellow and director of Intel's Measurement, Architecture and Planning Group. SPEC is a cooperative computer industry group formed in 1989 to develop benchmarks that measure true processor performance. Pollack also said Intel processor performance as measured by SPECint95 still leads the industry.

He said the updated version of the Intel C Reference Compiler 2.2 will be distributed to beta users and corrected SPECint92 results will be made available within 10 days on Intel's web page and by faxback. The beta compiler skewed SPECint92 performance results for Pentium" processors 100 MHz and higher that were reported from Sept. 1, 1995, onward, and Pentium Pro processors which were introduced on Nov. 1, 1995.

Those results were derived last fall, when the beta compiler was used on the SPEC92 023.eqntott benchmark leading to a 15 to 18 percent improvement in SPECint92 for the Intel processors. At the time, Intel noted in its Pentium Pro processor performance brief that some of the optimizations used for 023.eqntott were included to enable an equitable comparison between its processors and those of other vendors also using the same optimization. Intel also acknowledged that the resulting increase in 023.eqntott was actually far more than expected, and concluded that it apparently benefits Intel processors more than others. For that reason, in the performance brief Intel strongly encouraged users to transition to SPEC95, which is a major improvement over SPEC92. SPEC95 does not include 023.eqntott, and is thus unaffected by this optimization.

The final Intel Reference C Compiler 2.2 is expected to ship next month to developers.

Intel, the world's largest chip maker, is also a leading manufacturer of personal computer, networking and communications products.


Tommy: The Interactive Adventure
SEE ME, FEEL ME, TOUCH ME

TOMMY: THE INTERACTIVE ADVENTURE

COMING SOON FROM INTERPLAY, MACPLAY

January 9, 1996 -- Irvine, Calif.-- Interplay Productions announced today that it will release Pete Townshend Presents Tommy: The Interactive Adventure. The CD-ROM takes the user on a non-linear journey through all of Tommy's incarnations, from the original rock opera to the Broadway stage. Developed by Broadway Interactive Group in conjunction with Pete Townshend, Pete Townshend Presents Tommy: The Interactive Adventure will be released in March of 1996. The release will be a simultaneous launch for both Windows and Macintosh computers by Interplay and its Macintosh division, MacPlay and is a first for the Irvine-based software developer and distributor.

"Tommy: The Interactive Adventure is a truly amazing adventure and the CD-ROM is one of the most exciting representations of this classic piece of entertainment," said Brian Christian, Interplay's producer of the title. "The release of this title combines all the elements that have gone into making Tommy an ongoing success and allows the user to access them at a touch of the finger."

Brought to life through a wealth of material, Tommy: The Interactive Adventure brings together the album, movie and Broadway show through music, interviews, photographic images, liner notes and video clips. Original handwritten notes by Pete, a variety of surprise guest celebrity performances and interviews with Pete Townshend, John Entwistle and Roger Daltrey are just a taste of what is contained within the musically and visually nostalgic environment of Tommy: The Interactive Adventure.

Founded in 1983, Interplay Productions is a company dedicated to manufacturing and distributing a wide range of award-winning entertainment and educational software designed by gamers, for gamers. Interplay, MacPlay (the company's Macintosh division), VR Sports (the company's sports division) and its affiliates release products for IBM and compatibles, CD-ROM and Macintosh as well as leading console game platforms. In 1995, Interplay acquired Shiny Entertainment, makers of the world-wide hit video game Earthworm Jim. Interplay's OEM division represents over 200 titles from publishers including Davidson & Associates, Inc., Viacom New Media and Accolade to hardware manufacturers. Interplay titles include Descent, Cyberia, Virtual Pool, Dungeon Master II: The Legend Of Skullkeep, Frankenstein: Through The Eyes Of The Monster, Battle Chess, Loaded and C2: Judgment Clay. More comprehensive information on Interplay and its products is available through the company's


Seminar on Global Info Infrastructure & Std.
ISO/IEC/ITU TO SPONSOR SEMINAR ON GLOBAL INFORMATION INFRASTRUCTURE AND STANDARDIZATION

January 11, 1996 -- A Seminar that will focus on the standards aspects of the Global Information Infrastructure (GII) will be jointly sponsored by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) on January 24-26, 1996 in Geneva.

This seminar is intended to capture the current status of standardization relative to GII needs and to help chart the path for future global activities in this area. The seminar is an open event and is intended for all stakeholders in the GII. This includes decision makers, users, service providers, network operators, manufacturers, industry groups, government agencies, and standards development organizations including consortia and fora.

The planning group, comprised of representatives from the three organizations, is being facilitated by the ISO/IEC Joint Technical Committee 1 ad hoc group on GII. A wide spectrum of industrial, regional and national interests is also represented.

Attendance is limited by space. It is recommended that those who wish to participate inform the ISO/IEC Central Secretariat as soon as possible via fax at +41-22-733-34-30. For further information on the seminar program contact Karen Higginbottom of Hewlett-Packard at (408) 447-3274 or via e-mail: higginbottom@cup.hp.com.


MICOM Awarded ISO Registration
MICOM Communication Corp. awarded ISO registration

Simi Valley, California, January 15, 1996 -- MICOM Communications Corp. (NASDAQ:MICM) announces it has received ISO 9001 certification (Registration No. M 1739) by the National Standards Authority of Ireland (NSAI). The ISO Standards Review Board completed its assessment of MICOM in late December.

ISO 9001 is the most encompassing form of ISO 9000, a common set of recognized international quality standards and requirements that define the principles and good practices in manufacturing operations. This certification is recognized throughout the European Union and European Free Trade Association (EFTA) Countries.

As the worldwide market leader in integrated networking, MICOM products are marketed under brand names that include "Marathon", "NetRunner", "Stadia", "NetMan", "EasyRouter" and "MICROBAND ATM". Integrated networking solutions reduce communication costs by combining data, voice, fax and LAN communications over frame relay, leased lines and satellite connections.

MICOM's Chairman and CEO Barry Phelps stated, "We're pleased we now have an independent review board's official recognition of our internal quality system. The processes we have in place embody our way of doing business to ensure customer satisfaction, while providing for efficient and effective operations."

"All MICOM team members can be proud of their contribution to our ISO certification," continued Mr. Phelps. "Additionally, every one of our suppliers and partners around the world can be proud of, and benefit from, our ISO certification. "

MICOM Communications Corp. (NASDAQ:MICM) is the worldwide market leader in providing integrated networking solutions under the brand names "Marathon", "NetRunner", "STADIA", "SPRINTER", "FrameRunner", "MicroBand ATM" and " EasyRouter". MICOM products save companies money by integrating remote data, voice, fax and LAN traffic over private and public networks. Represented by distributors in over 70 countries, MICOM is head quartered at 4100 Los Angeles Avenue, Simi Valley, Calif. 93063, USA. Tel: (805) 583-8600. Fax: (805) 583-1997.


New MIPS Micro Accelerates 3D Graphics
New Powerful, Low-Cost MIPS Microprocessor Accelerates Advanced Desktop 3D Graphics

New R5000 RISC Processor Powers A New Generation of Affordable Personal Workstations and Network Servers

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. (January 8, 1996) -- MIPS Technologies, Inc. today introduced the R5000 MIPS RISC microprocessor, a powerful, low-cost, 64-bit dual-issue superscalar microprocessor which brings enhanced floating-point computing capabilities and scalable performance to personal workstations and low-cost servers. The 200 MHz R5000 microprocessor is estimated to deliver 5.5 SPECint95 and 5.5 SPECfp95, in optimal system configurations, allowing UNIX and Windows NT operating system users to run interactive real-time 3D visualization applications without the cost of dedicated geometry processing hardware.

"To serve computing's ever changing demands, microprocessors must take the most complex data and display it in a way that is visually compelling and interactive," said Ron Bernal, president of MIPS Technologies. "Because of our close partnership with Silicon Graphics, MIPS has applied its intimate understanding of visual computing to the R5000 microprocessor. Through its optimized performance, the R5000 processor will efficiently power diverse desktop and multiprocessing server applications such as database visualization, Internet content creation, CAD and other critical applications."

Unprecedented 3D Graphics

The R5000 microprocessor accelerates single-precision floating-point operations used in 2D and 3D graphics calculations, and is capable of achieving a peak of 400 million floating-point operations per second (MFLOPS). The R5000 design will provide a high level of 3D geometry processing for applications such as OpenGL and Virtual Reality Modeling Language (VRML) for the World Wide Web. Studies show that the R5000 architecture, with the MIPS IV instruction set and superscalar pipeline, can execute geometry processing routines 2.3 times faster than Intel's 200 MHz Pentium Pro and over seven times faster than the 133 MHz Pentium processor.

New Features

The R5000 microprocessor, fully binary compatible with existing MIPS software, is based on the MIPS IV instruction set, which is also implemented in the R8000 and R10000. The R5000 has a two-way superscalar pipeline with high-speed, low latency execution units that enable high performance in a small low-cost chip. The ALU units are heavily pipelined for high throughput of floating-point instructions. For example, the R5000 can issue one new multiply-add (MADD) instruction every cycle. MADD instructions are used intensively in geometry processing for complex interactive 3D modeling.

The R5000 microprocessor includes large on-chip 32kB instruction and data primary caches and integrates on-chip support for an external secondary cache of up to 2MB. Both primary caches are two-way set associative which improves performance. Future products in the R5000 family will support multiprocessing which will enable low cost servers with up to four microprocessors.

R5000 Progression

Additional products in the R5000 family include a 250 MHz R5000 later in 1996, estimated at 6.8 SPECint95 and 6.8 SPECfp95. Early in 1997 the R5000A is planned to offer even higher performance and additional features.

Price and Availability

Because of its small die size, between 80 and 100 square millimeters (depending on the vendor), the R5000 processor is expected to be sold at a low cost and shipping in quantity. The R5000 will be available in both Pin Grid Array (PGA) and Ball Grid Array (BGA) packaging. The R5000 will be manufactured by Integrated Device Technology, NEC Corporation and NKK Corporation. (Specific pricing and availability for the R5000 microprocessor is available from IDT, NEC and NKK.)

Insight From Partners

"The R5000 is the newest addition to IDT's family of high-performance MIPS-compatible microprocessors. It will allow IDT's customers to take advantage of the raw performance of the processor in compute- intensive as well as graphics-intensive applications," said Len Perham, President and chief executive officer of Integrated Device Technology, Inc. Like all of the other IDT microprocessors, the R5000 offers the highest performance at a very attractive price point."

"NEC will manufacture its version of the R5000, the VR5000, with 0.35-micron drawn (0.27 effective) process technology, providing a compact, low-cost device for high-performance computer systems and embedded applications," said Ichiro Fujitaka, vice president of NEC Electronics Inc. "We will also offer a core logic chip set for both computer systems and embedded designers. By offering both the processor and core logic, NEC will offer 'one-stop shopping' to help designers meet time-to-market pressures. Future plans call for NEC to migrate the VR5000 to 0.25 micron and offer 'system- on-a-chip' derivatives, assuring a robust growth path for developers."

Integrated Device Technology, Inc. (IDT) designs, manufactures and markets high-speed CMOS VLSI integrated circuits for a range of growth markets, including desktop computer, workstation/server, data communications and office automation. IDT offers products in four key areas: high- speed SRAMS, RISC microprocessors, specialty memories and high-performance logic. The company's product lines are synergistic, and provide solutions that optimize the cost and performance of microprocessor-based systems. Headquartered in Santa Clara, Calif., IDT employs approximately 2, 850 people worldwide.

NEC Corporation (NIPNY) and its affiliates worldwide are a $43 billion global leader whose 148,000 employees are dedicated to the development, manufacture and marketing of leading-edge computer, communication and semiconductor products and services.

NEC Electronics Inc., headquartered in Mountain View, Calif., is an affiliate of NEC Corporation. The company manufactures and markets an extensive line of electronic products including ASICs, microprocessors and microcontrollers, digital signal processors (DSPs), memories and components. The company operates a 676,000 square-foot manufacturing facility in Roseville, Calif.

MIPS Technologies, Inc. designs and supplies the world's most advanced RISC microprocessor technology. The company tests, certifies and licenses its processor technology to its semiconductor partners, which provide processors for the computer system, consumer and embedded control markets. MIPS microprocessors power systems from a number ofcomputer industry leaders. MIPS RISC architecture components are available from Integrated Device Technology, Inc., LSI Logic Corporation, NEC Corporation, NKK Corporation, Siemens AG, Toshiba Corporation and Philips. MIPS Technologies, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Silicon Graphics, Inc. and is headquartered in Mountain View, Calif.


Novell & Microsoft Settle BBS Piracy Case
NOVELL AND MICROSOFT SETTLE LARGEST BBS PIRACY CASE EVER

REDMOND, Wash. - January 12, 1996 - Microsoft Corporation and Novell, Inc. jointly announced today they have reached a settlement with Scott W. Morris, who was doing business as the Assassins' Guild Bulletin Board Service (BBS), in what is believed to be the largest settlement ever with the systems operator of a pirate electronic BBS. The settlement concludes litigation filed by Microsoft and Novell in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky. Under the agreement, Mr. Morris will pay $70,300 in cash and forfeit computer hardware valued at more than $40,000. Mr. Morris also agrees to assist Microsoft and Novell in their continuing BBS investigations.

The Assassin's Guild billed itself as the worldwide headquarters for two large pirate groups, Pirates with an Attitude (PWA) and Razor 1911. U.S. Marshals raided Mr. Morris' residence last April on the basis of plaintiffs' claims of illegal reproduction and distribution of copyright-protected software. The BBS had been offering access to hundreds of pirated software products, including those published by Microsoft and Novell, to users throughout the U.S. and around the world over its state-of-the-art system. Marshals seized 13 computers, 11 modems, a satellite dish, 9 gigabytes of online data and over 40 gigabytes of off-line data storage dating back to 1992.

"This case sets an important precedent for this industry," said Bob Kruger, Director of Enforcement for the Business Software Alliance (BSA). "It sends a clear message to operators of bulletin boards who are illegally distributing copyright-protected software that they will be investigated and sued, or criminally prosecuted. It also sends a message to our industry that, large or small, no software publisher is immune from bulletin board piracy."

"Online piracy is a growing concern for software publishers around the world," said Jim Lowe, Microsoft Corporate Attorney. "We are committed to working with industry representatives and law enforcement agencies to stop this trend. Pirates such as the Assassins' Guild are stealing intellectual property that represent years of development time and investment on the parts of publishers large and small."

Both Novell and Microsoft are members of the BSA, an industry alliance formed to promote the growth of the software industry through public policy, education and enforcement initiatives. In 1994, the BSA estimates that software publishers lost over $15.2 billion as a result of software piracy. In the United States alone, the BSA estimates that 35 percent of the business software in use is pirated, resulting in losses of more than $2.8 billion.

Consumers or resellers having questions related to software piracy should call the Business Software Alliance's Anti-Piracy Hotline at 1-800-688-BSA1 or email software@bsa.org. For consumers or resellers with questions regarding the legitimacy of Microsoft products, they should call the Microsoft Anti-Piracy Hotline at 1-800-RU-LEGIT or email piracy@microsoft.com. For consumers or resellers with questions regarding the legitimacy of Novell products, they should call the Novell Anti-Piracy Hotline at 1-800-PIRATES or email pirates@novell.com.

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ "MSFT") is the worldwide leader in software for personal computers. The company offers a wide range or products and services for business and personal use, each designed with the mission of making it easier and more enjoyable for people to take advantage of the full power of personal computing every day.


Microsoft Mac Internet Assistant for Word
MICROSOFT PREVIEWS MACINTOSH VERSION OF INTERNET ASSISTANT FOR WORD

Makes It Easy to Create, Edit Documents for the Internet, Corporate Web Sites

SAN FRANCISCO - JAN. 9, 1996 - Microsoft Corp. today demonstrated for the first time its Internet Assistant version 2.0 for MicrosoftR Word for the MacintoshR. The product, scheduled for release in the first quarter of 1996, is a no-charge add-on that will make it easy for Macintosh users to create and edit hypertext markup language (HTML) documents for Internet and Intranet sites from within Microsoft Word 6.0.1. Microsoft demonstrated the software for members of the press, analysts and attendees at MACWORLD in San Francisco.

The new version of Internet Assistant augments Microsoft Office - the world's most popular business software suite - a complete cross- platform solution for open environments using both WindowsR operating system-based and Macintosh computers. It is also evidence of Microsoft's continued commitment to the Macintosh platform.

"When users create documents for an Intranet or Internet site, they want to take advantage of the same tools they use every day," said Dave Meltzer, group product manager at Microsoft. "Internet Assistant works within Microsoft Word for the Macintosh, so Macintosh users already know how to use it, and they can take advantage of powerful Microsoft Word features such as AutoFormat and AutoCorrect."

"It is important for Microsoft to extend its solutions into the Internet. This new version for the Mac&#153; of Internet Assistant for Microsoft Word is a key part of that solution because of Word's dominant share of the Mac word processing market," said Pieter Hartsook, editor of The Hartsook Letter, a Macintosh market research service on the Internet at http://www.hartsook.com. "In making optimum use of its familiar Word application by automating the process of formatting documents for the World Wide Web, Microsoft is giving millions of Macintosh users tremendous power to become active Internet participants and creators."

Internet Assistant is a full-featured Internet authoring tool that automatically converts Microsoft Word for Macintosh files to HTML format and provides users with an interface for inserting hyperlinks, images and forms into their documents. Users gain richly formatted Internet documents without having to understand the complexities of HTML, the standard authoring language for the Web.

Internet Assistant for Microsoft Word for the Macintosh provides the following:

 FULL SUPPORT OF HTML COMMON TODAY. Internet Assistant will support

 authoring of commonly used HTML extensions such as tables, font

 size, image height and width, centering, background picture and

 background color. Internet Assistant supports Microsoft Internet

 Explorer's new HTML tags such as marquee text, watermarks,

 in-line video, superscript and subscript, and background sounds.

 EASY-TO-USE HYPERLINK AND FORMS INTERFACE. It's easy to create

 hyperlinks and Internet forms with Internet Assistant's interface.

 Users can create hyperlinks between HTML documents and other Microsoft

 Office documents on the Internet or an Intranet. Users can also

 insert hyperlinks in Word documents intended either for the corporate

 network or the Internet.

 EASY VIEWING AND EDITING OF HTML SOURCE CODE. This feature allows

 for easy toggling between HTML source code and a WYSIWYG view

 of the document. Users can edit the source code directly, if they

 choose.

 ABILITY TO WRITE AND TEST HYPERLINKS FROM WITHIN A SINGLE INTERFACE.

 Users can test hyperlinks from within Internet Assistant or click

 on the toolbar to toggle to their Web browser for a WYSIWYG view

 of their work.

Computer users worldwide can obtain information on Microsoft products for the Macintosh at the Mac Office World Wide Web home page (http://www.microsoft.com/macoffice). Internet Assistant version 2.0 for Microsoft Word for the Macintosh is scheduled to be available for download from that site at no charge (other than the cost of connect time, where applicable) during the first quarter of 1996. Microsoft will also make Internet Assistant available on diskette at a nominal charge.

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ "MSFT") is the worldwide leader in software for personal computers. The company offers a wide range of products and services for business and personal use, each designed with the mission of making it easier and more enjoyable for people to take advantage of the full power of personal computing every day.


Microsoft Support for IEEE 1394 Bus Std
MICROSOFT ANNOUNCES SUPPORT FOR THE IEEE 1394 BUS INTERFACE STANDARD

Future Versions of Windows Will Support High-Performance Digital Bus

REDMOND, WASH. - JAN. 8, 1996 - Microsoft Corp. today announced support of the IEEE 1394 serial bus interface standard in future releases of the Microsoft Windows family of operating systems. IEEE 1394 enables high-performance multimedia connections and control of business and consumer electronic devices such as camcorders, televisions, stereos, CD changers, set-top boxes, mixing consoles and music keyboards, as well as traditional PC devices such as hard drives, CD-ROM drives, printers and scanners, and docking stations for portable computers.

In addition, Microsoft and Sony Electronics Inc. have signed a letter of intent to develop open device driver interfaces (DDIs), APIs and an open host controller interface for IEEE 1394. Microsoft has also signed a letter of intent with Compaq Computer Corp. to accelerate adoption of the IEEE 1394 high-speed serial interface as a standard in the PC industry. This includes defining an open host controller interface specification. Both of these efforts will be undertaken in cooperation with the 1394 Trade Association.

"The IEEE 1394 interface is an enabling technology for expanding PC connectivity to a greater range of devices and to new classes of peripherals, such as consumer entertainment appliances," said Brad Silverberg, senior vice president of the personal systems division at Microsoft. "IEEE 1394 enables PCs to play a central role in consumer entertainment systems. We are pleased to be working with the leading companies in the consumer electronics industry to develop the IEEE 1394 serial bus interface standard."

"Microsoft's support for the proposed IEEE 1394 specification is a step forward in integrating consumer electronics devices with PC applications," said Carl Yankowski, president and COO of Sony Electronics. "We believe that the proposed 1394 standard will help pave the way for future lifestyle changes arising from the meaningful convergence of audio, video, computers and communications."

"We believe the IEEE 1394 serial bus interface standard that Microsoft is supporting will make it easier to use and connect PCs and high-speed peripherals, and enhance business and consumer high- performance applications such as image capture, multimedia, and multibay Plug and Play for portable PCs," said Hugh Barnes, vice president and chief technical officer, Compaq Computer Corp. "By taking a leadership role in developing the IEEE serial bus, Compaq is continuing its tradition of establishing and promoting standards that are open and have real end-user benefits."

Microsoft is playing a leading role in developing and promoting an open IEEE 1394 serial bus interface specification. Microsoft is a member of the 1394 Trade Association, an industry group formed to help promote the industrywide adoption of the IEEE 1394 interface and to help ensure device interoperability. Microsoft hosted the IEEE 1394 meeting in July and will be hosting a 1394 driver architecture design preview in March 1996.

INDUSTRY SUPPORT FOR IEEE 1394

Many industry-leading hardware manufacturers have pledged their support for the 1394 specification.

1394 Trade Association

"Microsoft's support for IEEE 1394 will fundamentally integrate PCs with the multimedia capabilities of consumer and professional electronics products as well as provide a high-speed connection to worldwide communications such as the Internet," said Gary A. Hoffman, chairman of the 1394 Trade Association and CEO of Skipstone Inc.

Adaptec

"Adaptec is committed to IEEE 1394 and to working with industry leaders such as Microsoft and Sony to standardize the IEEE 1394 software interface," said S. Sundaresh, executive vice president and general manager of the personal I/O business unit at Adaptec. "Adaptec's expertise in I/O and systems-level architecture will allow us to create I/O solutions that will bring consumer electronics and PC products together."

Cirrus Logic Inc.

"We see the IEEE 1394 specification enabling interconnection among a broad range of consumer electronics products and multimedia PCs," said Suhas Patil, executive vice president of products and technology for Cirrus Logic Inc. "Its high-speed digital interface will facilitate the convergence of computing and consumer applications. We look forward to participation in the semiconductor opportunities created by the broad acceptance of the 1394 specification."

Conner Peripherals

"The IEEE 1394 serial bus will address some fundamental system issues encountered when digital video is moved to and from a mass- storage device," said Charlie Sander, senior vice president of research and development at Conner Peripherals. "Conner is excited to be in on the ground floor of its development."

Digital Equipment Corp.

"As a contributor to the IEEE 1394 specification, Digital is please to continue its support and to work with Microsoft and other industry leaders," said Scott Cutler, vice president of technology at Digital Equipment Corp.'s PC business unit. "The high performance IEEE 1394 standard is a key technological link that will redefine the way PCs integrate with consumer and professional multimedia components."

Texas Instruments

"Texas Instruments is very excited to be working with Microsoft and Sony to develop 1394/FireWire chip sets," said Larry Blackledge, 1394 market development manager at Texas Instruments. "We are working with the leading PC, peripheral and consumer electronic companies to further facilitate support of 1394/FireWire. Consumers will be amazed by the new all-digital audio and video applications that this technology enables, including digital video disks (DVDs) and high- speed Internet connectivity via their TV set-top boxes."

Western Digital Corp.

"The IEEE 1394 specification is an industry extension to high- performance serial interfaces," said John Burger, vice president of marketing for Western Digital's personal storage group. "Western Digital supports industry standards and considers high speed serial I/O to be necessary for the industry as it enables new uses for storage- intensive applications."

ABOUT IEEE 1394

The IEEE 1394 serial bus interface offers high-speed communications and fully supports isochronous real-time data services. It also supports Plug and Play, allowing "hot plugging" of up to 63 external peripherals for convenient system reconfiguration by the user. Users will find that attaching a 1394 device is as easy as plugging a cord into an electrical outlet. IEEE 1394 also allows peer-to-peer device communication, such as communication between a scanner and a printer, to take place without consuming system memory and CPU resources.

For multimedia applications, the IEEE interface enables real-time digital data transfer for audio and video capture, editing and playback, as well as for distributed multimedia applications such as desktop conferencing. For example, users can easily transfer images from a camcorder to a PC. These images can be edited and replayed on the PC or TV screen while users simultaneously print color pictures. For traditional data storage, IEEE 1394 is faster and less expensive than comparable SCSI interfaces, supporting data transfer rates of 400 megabits per second and increasing in speed in the future.

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ "MSFT") is the worldwide leader in software for personal computers. The company offers a wide range of products and services for business and personal use, each designed with the mission of making it easier and more enjoyable for people to take advantage of the full power of personal computing every day.


Microsoft Games Development Relationships
MICROSOFT'S ENTERTAINMENT GROUP WORKS WITH ATOMIC GAMES, CRYSTAL DYNAMICS, RAINBOW AMERICA AND TERMINAL REALITY

Microsoft to Deliver Action, Arcade and Strategy Games

REDMOND, WASH. - JAN. 9, 1996 - Microsoft Corp. announced today it has formed games-development relationships with Atomic Games, Crystal Dynamics, Rainbow America and Terminal Reality. The announcement further demonstrates Microsoft's commitment to publish games for the Microsoft Windows 95 operating system. It comes a month after the company announced its acquisition of the Bruce Artwick Organization of Champaign, Ill., developers of the best-selling game software title, Microsoft Flight SimulatorR.

Atomic Games of Houston, Texas, well known for its development of the award-winning V for Victory and Worlds at War strategy games, will work with Microsoft to bring the much-anticipated, real-time World War II strategy game Close Combat to market. Close Combat will be Microsoft's first entry into strategy gaming and is scheduled to be available on CD-ROM next summer for both the Windows 95 and MacintoshR platforms.

Additionally, Microsoft and Palo Alto, Calif.-based Crystal Dynamics, a leading software developer for next-generation gaming platforms such as SegaR Saturn and SONYR PlayStation game consoles, plan to bring the No. 1 selling title for the 3DO gaming platform, GEX, to Windows 95. GEX, a side-scrolling action game that features a wisecracking gecko named GEX, received the 1994 Editor's Gold Choice Award from Electronic Gaming Monthly magazine and Game Fan magazine's Best Action Platform Game for 1994.

Phoenix, Ariz.-based Rainbow America, developer of the recently released title The Hive, will work with Microsoft to develop an underwater action game for Windows 95-based PCs. As part of product development, Microsoft will benefit from Rainbow America's work with TRG3, artists experienced in TV-quality, computer-generated effects that produced visuals for such hits as Star Trek: The Voyager, and SeaQuest.

Continuing its relationship with Terminal Reality Inc. (TRI), which developed the fast-paced space-action arcade game Microsoft Fury3, Microsoft and TRI will produce several titles, including an off-road driving simulation. Additionally, Microsoft and TRI look forward to developing future titles showcasing the speed, ease and excitement of gaming under Windows 95.

"We are very pleased to build our games portfolio by forming relationships with proven games developers," said Tony Garcia, manager of the entertainment business unit at Microsoft. "We are committed to bringing exciting new titles to market and are thrilled to have these talented games developers as partners."

The Microsoft entertainment business unit portfolio includes the best-selling entertainment title Flight Simulator; Fury, a space- age action game for WindowsR; and Golf 2.0 on CD-ROM, the newest golf title with multiplayer capability. The entertainment business unit has also publicly announced development partnerships with games developers and organizations such as Access Software, McDonnell Douglas and Larry Holland.

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ "MSFT") is the worldwide leader in software for personal computers. The company offers a wide range of products and services for business and personal use, each designed with the mission of making it easier and more enjoyable for people to take advantage of the full power of personal computing every day.


MetaTools & Live Picture Relationship Redone
MetaTools, Inc. and Live Picture, Inc. Restructure Relationship

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIF., JAN. 9, 1996 (MACWORLD SAN FRANCISCO)--MetaTools, Inc. (NASDAQ: MTLS), formerly known as HSC Software, and Live Picture, Inc., today announced plans to restructure their successful two-year relationship, returning responsibility for North American sales and support of the Live Picture professional imaging software product to Live Picture, Inc. Live Picture, Inc. is the developer of the software and, for the past two years, MetaTools has been the exclusive North American publisher.

"MetaTools has done a great job bringing Live Picture to market in North America," said Mark Kalow, Live Picture's Chief Operating Officer. "Now that we are established in Silicon Valley, we are restructuring our working relationship and will take over marketing and customer support for the product on a worldwide basis, effective immediately."

"This change in our relationship allows us to focus on our own technology development and marketing," said John Wilczak, Founder and CEO of MetaTools. "We intend to work with Live Picture, Inc. and to evaluate the business opportunity and development efforts for products that could enhance Live Picture, similar to what we've done in the successful relationships we have established with Adobe, Macromedia and Autodesk for their products."

MetaTools earned numerous industry awards during 1994 and 1995 for its Kai's Power Tools, KPT Vector Effects, KPT Convolver and KPT Bryce products, with Live Picture garnering Publish Magazine's Impact Award, Byte Magazine's Award of Excellence and a MacUser Eddy Award.

MetaTools designs, develops, publishes, markets and supports software tools for the creation, editing and manipulation of computer graphic images, digital art and Internet/online content for Windows, Macintosh and other operating systems. The Company is located in the Santa Barbara County at 6303 Carpinteria Ave., Carpinteria, CA 93013; Tel: 805-566-6200; Fax: 805-566-6385; World Wide Web server: http://www.metatools.com.

Live Picture, Inc. provides imaging software to dramatically expand the creative range and productivity of photography, design and production professionals. The France-based company was founded in 1993 and is privately held. U.S. headquarters are located at 2425 Porter St., Suite #13, Soquel, CA, 95073; Tel: 408-464-4200; Fax: 408- 464-4202; Internet: livepicture.com.


MetaTools Supports Adobe Illustrator 6.0 API
MetaTools Announces Support for New API in Adobe Illustrator 6.0 for Macintosh

New API to Make MetaTools' Plug-Ins for Adobe Software Accessible to Major Platforms

SAN FRANCISCO, CA, JANUARY 8, 1996--As part of its ongoing effort to build the global imaging marketplace, MetaTools, Inc. (Nasdaq: MTLS), formerly HSC Software, today announced its support for the new Application Program Interface (API) in Adobe Illustrator 6.0 for Macintosh. MetaTools also announced that it is currently developing a new vector-based plug-in for the new API.

"We're developing for Adobe's new API because its rich, open development environment makes our software tools readily available on major platforms to end users who never thought about doing advanced graphics before," said John Wilczak, MetaTools' Chairman, President and CEO. "We can get products to market more quickly, and because of the popularity of Adobe programs, now more than a million Adobe customers have access to our industry-leading plug-in architecture products."

The API in Adobe Illustrator 6.0 is the first step toward a common Adobe-wide plug-in interface that will enable future versions of leading Adobe applications to leverage the use of plug-ins across products and platforms, including Macintosh, Windows and UNIX. MetaTools and Adobe have worked together to define features and functionality for the new API.

Adobe's new API also provides capabilities to bring up palettes to launch special effects tools. Previously, users had to use a pulldown menu to access the palettes. Presets are now available on the desktop and have become part of the standard user interface, making them easier to use.

This cooperative relationship is the latest of many between MetaTools and Adobe. For the past three years, MetaTools has been a leading provider of plug-ins for Adobe Photoshop. In November, MetaTools began shipping KPT Final Effects(TM) 3.0, a set of powerful video and animation special effects tools, including particle systems and other advanced capabilities, which plug into Adobe After Effects 3.0. It allows users to create sophisticated, workstation-quality video special effects on their personal computers. Also in November, Adobe announced the introduction of its Photo Deluxe, a software product containing several MetaTools filters that allows customers to modify, personalize and enhance photographs. Other MetaTools products that are built for the Adobe plug-in architecture include Kai's Power Tools 3, KPT Convolver and KPT Vector Effects.

MetaTools, Inc., designs, develops, publishes, markets and supports a line of software tools for the creation, editing and manipulation of computer graphic images, digital art and Internet/online content for Windows, Macintosh and other operating systems. The Company, which was founded in 1987, is located in the Santa Barbara County oceanside community of Carpinteria at 6303 Carpinteria Ave., Carpinteria, CA 93013; Tel: 805-566-6200; Fax: 805-566-6385; World Wide Web server: http://www.metatools.com.


AT&T Computer Unit Changes Name Back to NCR
AT&T computer unit changes its name back to NCR

JANUARY 10, 1996 -- DAYTON, Ohio -- AT&T's computer unit, AT&T Global Information Solutions, today changed its name back to NCR Corporation in anticipation of being spun off to AT&T shareholders by January 1997 as an independent, publicly-traded company.

AT&T announced last September 20 that it would separate into three publicly traded, global companies: AT&T, which will provide communications services; a yet-to-be-named systems and technology company; and a business computing company, which is the new NCR.

AT&T GIS had to change its name since it will no longer be permitted to use the AT&T name and logotype after the spin-off. NCR, which merged with AT&T in 1991, was renamed AT&T Global Information Solutions in January 1994.

"The name 'NCR' re-establishes in the marketplace the value, accomplishments, and customer loyalty of our 112-year history," said NCR CEO Lars Nyberg. "The name also symbolizes the core capabilities we are building in world-class, transaction-intensive computing and a comprehensive set of support and professional services to secure our future.

"Our capabilities include excellent computer technology, worldwide support and professional services, and specialized solutions for the retail, financial, and communications industries -- for example, automated teller machines and retail point-of-sale terminals," he said. "The solutions, which are composed of computer hardware, software, and services, turn transaction data into useful information that allows businesses to better serve their customers."

NCR also has a business called Systemedia, which manufactures and markets paper-receipt rolls, business forms, ink ribbons, labels, and other items for customers in many industries.

New logo

NCR's future is underscored by the dramatic look of the new NCR logo. Graphically strong, the logo is designed to cut through the clutter of typical corporate symbols and suggest the qualities of the new NCR -- strength, responsiveness, innovation, dependability, partnership with its customers, and global reach. The logo will be incorporated on new company signs, products, and documents in several phases throughout 1996.

Technology agreement with Bell Labs

NCR also announced today that it has entered into a multi-year agreement to maintain and improve its participation in Bell Labs' world-class research programs in multiple areas of strategic interest. NCR will have access to the results of Bell Labs' research programs and be able to derive products and solutions from them.

"The agreement will make Bell Labs the primary research organization for NCR," said Nyberg. "Promising basic research from Bell Labs -- one of the world's most renowned research institutions -- will be brought into our development organizations for commercialization and integration into our products and solutions."

Refocused NCR

"The name change is not a magic elixir for solving the problems of this company," said Nyberg. "Our return to profitability depends on our ability to deliver in the marketplace."

Since September, the company has taken a series of actions to cut costs and refocus its resources. NCR renewed its commitment to be a computer systems and services company with market leadership positions in key technologies.

NCR's expertise spans computer technology, support and professional services, and understanding customer needs, particularly in the retail, financial, and communications industries, where it already has significant market presence. NCR's major achievements in each of these industries include:

Computer industry leadership

 According to International Data Corporation, NCR is the leader

 in worldwide, UNIX, medium-scale systems with a 13.2 percent market

 share.

 NCR is the leader in the commercial massively parallel processing

 market with a 50 percent market share.

 NCR was the fastest-growing vendor in the medium-scale UNIX market

 during 1993-1994.

 NCR is growing faster than the industry average in the advanced

 operating environment server/host category.

The company's recently announced WorldMark&#153; enterprise servers offer a combination of affordability, scalability, and performance never before seen in the computer industry. In addition, NCR installed and maintains the single largest commercial data processing system in the world, and has more than 12 years of experience in the design, implementation, management, and servicing of many of the world's large-scale data warehouses.

Services leadership

 With more than 20, 000 services professionals operating from 1,

 100 offices in 130 countries, NCR's service capabilities represent

 aunique combination of global resources and strong presence in

 local markets.

 NCR is recognized as an industry leader in data warehousing and

 information technology architecture consulting, in network service

 solutions, and in support services that help businesses keep critical

 systems up and running around the clock.

 In 1995, NCR's professional services business grew 29 percent and

 its customer support business grew 13 percent.

 InformationWeek ranked NCR in the top-tier of world-wide consulting

 companies.

 According to International Data Corporation, NCR services and

 supports more retail and financial transaction-based systems than

 any other company in the world.

Retail industry leadership

 NCR is a world leader in point-of-sale terminals with a greater

 than 20 percent market share.

 NCR is the world's leading provider of slot scanners with an

 estimated 40 percent market share.

 NCR is a leading provider of data warehousing solutions to the

 retail market, including the world's four largest retailers.

Financial industry leadership

 NCR is the world leader in ATMs with a 33 percent market share.

 NCR has the largest installed base of low- and medium-speed MICR

 (magnetic ink character recognition) products.

 NCR is recognized by the Tower Group as the best and most experienced

 company in relationship banking, which refers to capabilities

 enabling a bank to mine its information and offer customers

 individualized products and services.

Communications industry leadership

 Using its strength in data warehousing, NCR has developed Customer

 Insight Solutions that enable the world's communications

 infrastructure companies to better understand their customers and

 provide products and services that uniquely meet their needs.

Systemedia

 Systemedia is the global leader in stock and custom paper rolls

 for retail point-of-sale equipment and ATMs.

 It has superior expertise in inking cassette design and manufacture,

 and in the design and manufacture of labels and label/form

 combinations.

NCR Corporation has more than 38,000 employees serving customers, directly and indirectly, in more than 190 countries around the globe. When it is spun off, NCR will become a $7 billion business.

Its corporate headquarters is in Dayton, Ohio, which also houses NCR's computer, services, communications, and Systemedia businesses. The company's financial business is based in London; its retail business is located in Atlanta. Visit NCR's home page on the World Wide Web at http://www.ncr.com.


NETCOM UNVEILS NETCRUISER FOR MACINTOSH

NetCruiser for Mac offers open Internet solution

Macworld/San Francisco, California, January 9, 1996 --- NETCOM On- Line Communication Services, Inc. (NASDAQ:NETC), a leading provider of full Internet service to individuals and businesses, is showing for the first time its new NetCruiser Internet software suite for Macintosh at this week's MACWORLD EXPO. This fully integrated Internet solution for the Macintosh platform is expected to ship in the first quarter of 1996.

"The Macintosh Internet service market is currently under served, leaving Macintosh users with limited choices. NETCOM chose to develop for the Macintosh platform to provide an easy, affordable Internet service option for the existing 20 million Macintosh user base," said John Zeisler, senior vice president of marketing for NETCOM. "NetCruiser maintains the ease-of-use paradigm that the Macintosh platform exemplifies. Savvy Macintosh users expect software to be easy to install and easy to use. NetCruiser surpasses their expectations by providing software that accommodates an open environment to integrate and manage different Internet tools in one place."

NetCruiser is an integrated package of Internet tools including a World Wide Web browser, e-mail, Usenet newsgroups, Internet Relay Chat (IRC), Gopher, FTP and Telnet. In line with NETCOM's open solution philosophy, NetCruiser can be integrated with other third-party Internet applications through a unique customizable toolbar that offers one touch launching of popular software, including Netscape, Eudora, etc.

NetCruiser for Macintosh will have built-in support for GIF and JPEG image formats, extensive drag and drop support, and multi-threading to let users work on several Internet tasks simultaneously. The NetCruiser Web browser supports caching of visited pages for enhanced performance. NetCruiser's e-mail supports reading and composing off-line, adding new addresses from incoming mail to an address book and nicknames for individuals and groups. Its News Reader also supports off-line reading and composing, and searches newsgroup lists for user-determined topics of interest. NetCruiser FTP and Gopher support displays text and graphics files from remote sites with optional drag and drop for file transfers and saving to disk. In addition, NetCruiser offers universal bookmarks for all interesting Internet sites found on the Web or through FTP, Gopher and Telnet. NetCruiser also automatically configures mail, news and IRC services during set-up and provides for automatic downloads of future upgrades.

NETCOM has already enjoyed success on the Windows platform. Its NetCruiser for Windows software shipped in July 1994 to critical acclaim by press and users alike. NetCruiser for Macintosh is being developed independently of, and therefore, will contain additional features not present in its sister product, NetCruiser for Windows. With NetCruiser available for Macintosh users, businesses and individuals can now save time and valuable resources by using one company for all their Internet needs.

NetCruiser is backed by NETCOM's own nationwide high-speed digital network, providing local access to over 200 major metropolitan areas at 28.8 kbps. The service is supported 24 hours per day, seven days a week.

NetCruiser for Macintosh software will be available in the first quarter of 1996 either directly from the Company or through over 5,000 store fronts and selected mail order houses. Pricing will be announced when the product ships. NETCOM Internet access is value- priced at $19.95 per month, which includes 40 hours of prime-time access (Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to midnight) and unlimited off-peak and weekend use. Additional prime time hours are billed at $2 per hour. For more information on NETCOM and NetCruiser for Macintosh, users can call 1-800-NETCOM1 or visit NETCOM's web site at http://www.netcom.com.

NETCOM On-Line Communication Services, Inc. is a leading international Internet service provider. The Company's core business includes providing dial-up accounts at 28.8 kbps for individuals and high-speed dedicated connections up to T1 for businesses. A public company since December 1994, NETCOM has experienced substantial growth by aggressively building a nationwide network, providing an easy-to-use software platform with NetCruiser, and expanding its distribution channels. Since NETCOM operates its own network employing TCP/IP, the backbone technology of the Internet, subscribers benefit from a stable, reliable network at low prices. Internet users can learn more about the company on- line at http://www.netcom.com/.


NeXT Sponsors West Coast Webmania Event 1/30
NEXT SPONSORS WEST COAST "WEBMANIA" EVENT

STEVE JOBS TO DELIVER KEYNOTE ADDRESS AT PREMIER SHOWCASE FOR NEXT'S ADVANCED WORLD WIDE WEB SOLUTIONS

REDWOOD CITY, CA-JANUARY 10, 1996- NeXT will host WEBMANIA on Tuesday, January 30 building on the momentum generated by the introduction of WebObjects, NeXT's development environment for building dynamic server-based web applications. Designed to provide web developers, corporate web masters, independent web consultants and contractors, and Internet Service Providers with additional information on NeXT's web products and service offerings, this free one-day event will take place in San Francisco's Center for the Arts Theatre in Yerba Buena Gardens.

WEBMANIA will begin with a keynote address by Steven P. Jobs, CEO of NeXT. Jobs will describe the evolution of websites beyond just static publishing, demonstrate NeXT's revolutionary WebObjects products, and announce NeXT's support of emerging web standards.

In a market that's flooded with the promise of development technology for the web, we're looking forward to providing a web solution that allows companies to leverage their investment in existing technology while providing a gateway to emerging web standards such as Java, said Mitchell Mandich, NeXT's Vice President of Worldwide Sales. With our web services and product offerings NeXT stands out from the hype by offering real products, new sales channels, and powerful partnerships.

Following Jobs' keynote address, NeXT will present three one-hour seminars on building dynamic websites with WebObjects. The schedule for WEBMANIA is as follows:

WEBMANIA, JANUARY 30, 1996

CENTER FOR THE ARTS THEATRE, YERBA BUENA GARDENS, SAN FRANCISCO

 9 a.m. Registration

10 a.m. Keynote Address

Steven P. Jobs, Chairman & CEO

1p.m. Introduction to WebObjects

Avadis Tevanian, Jr., Vice President of Engineering

2p.m. Building Advanced Websites

Jean-Marie Hullot, Chief Technical Officer

3p.m. Webconstructors Forum

Chris Chauvin, Director of WebConstructor Group

For detailed abstracts on each session consult NeXT's website at http://www.next.com.

REGISTRATION AND PRICING

To register for WEBMANIA access NeXT's website at http://www.next.com or call 1-800-TRY-NeXT. WEBMANIA is a free event sponsored by NeXT Computer, Inc.

NEXT SOFTWARE, INC.

NeXT develops and markets OPENSTEP, the WebObjects product family, and services for building mission critical object-oriented custom applications for deployment across popular operating systems and the World Wide Web. OPENSTEP is the first volume object standard for developing and deploying cross-platform three-tier client/server applications. WebObjects is NeXT's revolutionary database independent development environment for building dynamic server-based Web applications.

NeXT is headquartered in Redwood City, California, and has offices in North America, London, Paris, Munich, and Tokyo.

For more information please visit NeXT's web site at http://www.next.com.


Novell Unifies Product Organization
Novell Unifies Product Organization to Reflect Network Focus

Consolidating Three Product Groups Into Single Unit

OREM, Utah -- January 11, 1996 -- Novell, Inc. today announced that it is reorganizing its product organization in concert with its recent decisions to exit the UNIX application server and personal productivity applications businesses and focus exclusively on its market-leading network software products. The new Novell Products Group will consolidate the Systems, Applications, and Information Access and Management Groups into a single organization that will better coordinate product development and marketing to deliver more value to Novell customers.

Steven Markman, formerly executive vice president, Information Access and Management Group, heads the new product organization as executive vice president, Novell Products. Reporting to Markman are Richard King, currently executive vice president and general manager of the Systems Group; Jeffrey Waxman, currently executive vice president and general manager of the Applications Group; and other executives to be appointed later this month.

The unified organization will allow Novell to enhance interoperability among its broad range of network software products, which span from today's private business networks to the Internet. Novell believes rapid change in networks is leading to a managed Internet, or Smart Global Network, that will interconnect today's private business networks and Internet solutions as a single information resource for business and consumers.

"The business choices we've made over the last year have reestablished Novell's single focus to support our customer's network solutions." said Robert J. Frankenberg, Novell Chairman and CEO. "Now is the time to mirror this focus with a unified product organization that will fully empower cross-functional programs and product teams, speed issue resolution, improve decision making, and leverage Novell's strengths."

Novell will begin the reorganization in parallel with its sale of the personal productivity Business Applications Division, which it expects to announce by the end of January. Novell completed the sale of its UnixWare application server business to The Santa Cruz Operation, Inc. in December 1995.

Novell, Inc. (NASDAQ: NOVL), is the world's leading networking software provider. Novell software provides the infrastructure for a networked world, enabling our customers to connect with other people and the information they need, anytime and anyplace. Novell partners with other technology and market leaders to help customers make networks a part of their everyday lives.


Novell Puts Developers on Network Fast Track
Novell Puts Developers on Network Fast Track with Previews, Software Development Kits for Key 1996 Technologies

Delivers on Schedule Pre-releases of Green River and NetWare Distributed Print Services APIs

PROVO, Utah -- January 9, 1995 -- Novell, Inc. In December finished 1995 by providing top developers with previews of key network technologies that will shape the future of NetWare in 1996, including the code- named Net2000 application programming interface, NetWare" Distributed Print Services" (NDPS"), and Green River -- code name for the next major release of the NetWare" 4 operating system scheduled for summer 1996.

At two December conferences, Novell delivered on its fall 1995 promises to assist independent software vendors and corporate developers by pre-releasing Green River and NDPS. Novell also used the conferences to receive developer input for both near-term and future technology planning.

Over 60 developers at the December Partner Summit in Monterey, California received an alpha Software Developer's Kit (SDK) for Green River and a review of the robust set of network services that Novell will open to developers through its code-named Net2000 initiative. Net2000 is a key element of Novell's strategy to enable the Smart Global Network by providing developers with a universal interface to network services. It will provide the network interfaces, infrastructure and core services necessary to build, manage and deploy business logic, content, extended services and resources across applications, applets, objects, components and devices throughout the network.

A separate group of 130 developers met in Provo, Utah in December to preview and receive the Alpha SDK for NetWare Distributed Print Services (NDPS), a critical component of Green River that will support control and management of print services across distributed networks. NDPS provides a rich set of printing options and information that virtually guarantees trouble-free printing, using a distributed database within the NetWare Directory Service (NDS) to deliver transparent access to printing resources. Novell partnered with Hewlett-Packard and Xerox to create NDPS, which will be available to customers in the Summer 1996.

As a follow-up to the Partner Summit, Novell Corporate Developer Relations is hosting an opportunity for strategic developers to sit down with the Net2000 team to discuss and give live feedback on Net2000 architecture, infrastructure, components and interfaces. This invitation- only Special Interest Group (SIG) meeting will take place in Utah on Feb. 15-16.

"This will be a developer-to-developer meeting designed to provide insight for both groups into the Net2000 initiative," said Gary Mueller, vice president of corporate developer relations. "The meeting demonstrates our commitment to assisting developers as they develop to our technology."

The Summit Partners Speak Out

"The Partner's Summit reinforced Novell's new strategy and focus on networking services, and demonstrated the Company's commitment to seek input on new technology from its partners. Being in the technology strategy loop early enables us to focus on our future 4GL tool strategy and further enhance our existing NetWare development tools such as ManageWare and NetBasic -- and these enhancements will translate into greater productivity for our customers," stated Sean Moshir, president and CEO of HiTecSoft Corporation.

"I am impressed with Novell's strict focus on networking, and the Company's efforts to foster relationships that fit this strategy," stated Tom George, senior product marketing manager, Gupta Corporation. "Net2000, in particular, builds on Novell's core competency and provides significant business opportunities for partners by allowing us to extend and market new value in our network applications."

"Our customers are Novell's customers and it is our mutual goal to provide the best development tools in the marketplace," stated Eric Siverts, sales manager for Base Technology, Inc. "As a strategic business partner, the major expected benefit to Base Technology will be increased sales of our NLM Software Development Kits by participating in Novell's co-operative advertising, direct marketing, Technology Roadshows and Brainshare programs."

NetWare Distributed Print Services Conference Kudos

"It is exciting to see the growing interest from developers who attended the NetWare Distributed Print Services Developer's Conference," said Linda North, Network Solution Product Manager of Hewlett-Packard. "As part of HP's 'Operation Camouflage', NDPS is critical to providing our shared NetWare customers with transparent network printing."

"As a leading printer vendor, we have worked together with Novell to define an advanced printing service in response to the needs of customers," said Jim Baroody, Xerox product manager. "Xerox is pleased that our NDPS-enabled products will be supported by applications from the key industry participants at this conference."

"We consult with Novell OEMs and customers so we're very eager to learn more about NDPS," said Bill Hogan, product manager at Auco, Inc. "We definitely feel Novell's Smart Global Network strategy is the right direction for Novell and we expect our business to increase as they execute on it."

"The pre-release NDPS APIs we received at the conference will give us an early start in adding new printing capabilities to our applications. NDPS provides a powerful new framework for developing advanced network printing and publishing systems," said Jean-Cristophe Bandini, chief technical officer, Tumbleweed Software Corporation. "As the developers of Novell's Envoy portable document software and complementary products, such as Tumbleweed's Publishing Essentials, Tumbleweed Software intends to utilize NDPS to offer next-generation network publishing solutions.

Novell Continues to Deliver on Road Map Strategy

In addition to bringing developers early into the development loop at the Partner Summit and the upcoming developer SIG, Novell will deliver Net2000 alpha interface specifications at its BrainShare" conference in March, 1996. This deliverable will include: specifications for naming, communication and security; architecture documents; and OCX components to demonstrate access to current services. The complete Net2000 SDK is scheduled for shipment by the end of 1996.

Novell (NASDAQ: NOVL) is the world's leading network software provider. Novell software provides the infrastructure for a networked world, enabling our customers to connect with other people and the information they need, anytime and anyplace. Novell partners with other technology and market leaders to help customers make networks a part of their everyday lives.


Novell/Voysys Add Voice to Network Telephony
Novell, Voysys to Add Voice to Network Telephony

Novell and Voysys Announce New Partnership to Deliver the First Affordable Voice Solutions for Network Telephony

SAN JOSE, Calif. -- (January 8, 1996) -- Novell, Inc. and Voysys Corporation today announced a partnership and development agreement to deliver value-priced voice solutions that unify network information, telephone call control and voice processing through Novell's NetWare Telephony Services and the Telephony Services API (TSAPI). Through this relationship, Voysys and Novell will provide solutions that allow businesses to efficiently format, present and retrieve information through the telephone system and through any connected computing device.

The joint development work of Novell and Voysys will focus on bringing new network telephony capabilities to customers in small and mid- size businesses and corporate departments. In these environments, call control and voice processing systems are emerging and network infrastructures are largely in place, but there is no effective link between them. The two companies will integrate networks, call control and voice processing through NetWare Telephony Services, the market leading network telephony solution. This integration allows network devices and services to be unified in solutions that control calls and voice processing. Customers will gain faster and more convenient access to network information, locally or remotely, using either a PC or a telephone.

"Computer telephony is one of the fastest growing markets in the technology industry," stated Barry Obrand, President and CEO of Voysys. "Yet to date, the majority of solutions have focused on large corporate call centers. Voysys and Novell have joined forces to change this by integrating information management, telephony, and voice processing. This integration has the potential to greatly improve corporate communications, streamline processes, shorten business cycles, and enable the creation of entirely new application areas for network users."

"Information delivered through networks drives business operations," said Tom Steding, Vice President of Novell's Communication Infrastructure Division. "Today, NetWare Telephony Services allows information to accelerate business communications through network telephony call control. Integrating voice technologies, businesses can improve their availability by formatting, presenting and retrieving information through the telephone system and through any connected computing device. Voysys is a leader in the voice processing market, and will help Novell unify voice with network information and call control."

Voice processing automates the exchange of information through a voice medium. For example, voice solutions have historically been cost-prohibitive, inadequately scaled to customer needs, or isolated from integration with call control. Through this partnership, the NetWare Telephony Services environment will deliver solutions that enhance availability of businesses and information, resulting in accelerated business communications.

As of September 1995, there were 57 million total nodes in PC LANs, with an average of at least 16 nodes per network, according to International Data Corporation--totaling approximately 3.6 million installed PC LAN operating systems on servers in the world. By 1999, 83 million nodes will be connected to LANs, with an average of 19 nodes per network, which is equivalent to 4.5 million total LANs.

According to Dataquest, the link software and application software portion of the computer telephony integration market was $154 million in 1994. By 1998, it is expected to grow to $2.8 billion, excluding existing or new telephone infrastructures and computing resources. This partnership uniquely positions Novell and Voysys to lead the market in the unification of network information, call control and voice processing.

In October 1995, Novell unveiled a comprehensive roadmap to the future of its NetWare Telephony Services and Telephony Services (TSAPI). A key tenet of Novell's roadmap is to add voice capabilities to its call control platforms. This partnership with Voysys will allow Novell to fulfill its commitment to integrate voice capabilities with network telephony. The other tenets of Novell's roadmap include a commitment to ensure interoperability through standards and a Novell "tested and approved" program, a commitment to simplify access and increase the power of call control through API services, a commitment to deliver complete telephony solutions through Novell's distribution channel including delivery of Novell's application call control enablement tool (code-named CPS), and a commitment to deliver a plan for pervasive access to corporate and public telephone services. Novell will fulfill all of these commitments by the end of the second quarter in 1996.

A leader in the global telephony market, Voysys Corporation designs, manufactures and markets innovative voice communications systems for small and mid-size businesses and corporate departments. In the United States alone in 1994, Voysys earned over 26% market share of voice messaging systems units sold. The company also provides computer telephony integration (CTI) products that allow information in PC databases to be accessed from a standard touch-tone telephone. The company sells its products through the dealer and reseller channels, as well as through OEM agreements with some of the world's largest telecommunications companies, including AT&T, Northern Telecom, Mitel and Tadiran. Founded in 1986, Voysys is a privately-held company based in Fremont, California.


Novell Announces NetWare Mobile

Provides Integrated Client Environment for Mobile Networking, Remote Access to Network Data and Resources

OREM, Utah -- January 9, 1996 -- Novell, Inc. today announced NetWare Mobile, the first client software that enables mobile users to access their NetWare networks, anywhere in the world, whether they are remotely connected to the network or working offline. With NetWare Mobile, users can transfer selected network data to mobile computers and then automatically update and synchronize files when they reconnect to the network. NetWare Mobile provides mobile users with their familiar view of network files and resources, even when disconnected.

NetWare Mobile also offers a sophisticated dialer and graphical configuration utilities that make it easy for mobile users to dial into NetWare networks. In addition, NetWare Mobile provides advanced administration utilities, including integration with NetWare Directory Services (NDS), that make mobile network computing secure and manageable for organizations of all sizes.

When used with NetWare Connect, Novell's scalable communications server for secure remote access, customers have a comprehensive remote access and mobile networking solution.

"For mobile users, connecting to the network while traveling has sometimes been impractical," said Tom Steding, vice president and general manager of Novell's Communications Infrastructure Division. "NetWare Mobile changes all that by creating a virtual NetWare network on your portable computer. Now our customers can work with their familiar network environments, whether they are in a hotel room, in the middle of the desert, or in an airliner at 30,000 feet."

NetWare Mobile has gained strong support from vendors of mobile products. "Business people need to get access to their corporate data from wherever they are. As they become more mobile, access to their network is a must," said Bengt Carlstrom, General Manager, Mobile Data Terminals at Ericsson Mobile Communications AB. "Ericsson's broad line of wireless data products with NetWare Mobile provide an easy, cost effective, flexible and powerful reason for customers to deploy mobile networking solutions," he added.

The Mobile Opportunity

Today, more than 50 million computer users have access to NetWare LANs, according to International Data Corporation (IDC). In a January 1995 survey by Giga Information Group, they estimate that out of a worldwide workforce of 870 million, some 165 million can be classified as mobile professionals. Further, Giga findings show that an increasing number of these mobile professionals need to continue to be productive and have access to corporate data no matter where they are.

True Data Mobility For Mobile Networking

With NetWare Mobile, mobile professionals can "take the network along" for consistent access to NetWare resources, whether they are directly connected to the LAN, remotely connected via dial-up, or not connected at all. Providing mobile users with a consistent work environment can reduce training and support costs.

Mobile users can work with their network files even in situations such as on an airplane, when they are not physically connected to the network. When the user reconnects to the network, mobile files are synchronized with the network to keep all files up-to-date. To reduce remote connection costs, NetWare Mobile updates only the parts of the files that have been changed. NetWare Mobile also enables users to order print jobs while offline by saving them in a deferred print queue. The print jobs are stored in the queue until the user reconnects to the network and requests the printing to an available printer at that location.

Sophisticated Location Management Makes Connecting Easy

NetWare Mobile includes graphical configuration utilities, or Location Profiles, to help users store and manage network connections from different locations, such as dialing conventions, connection media, and calling card support. Location Profiles save customers time and effort, eliminating the need to memorize connection details or reconfigure the dialer every time. Selective driver loading saves memory, because only the drivers needed for a specific location will be loaded upon startup. In addition, NetWare Mobile's advanced dialer makes it easy for users to initiate dial-up connections anywhere without having to know the dialing convention for each area.

A Secure, Manageable Environment for Mobile Data

NetWare Mobile provides security features to protect the mobile network from unauthorized access. Users must provide authentication information on startup and are allowed only the access privileges they would normally have from their desktop connections. Optional data encryption offers additional security.

NetWare Mobile includes administration and management tools that make it easy for network administrators to support and administer mobile users. A snap-in module to the NetWare 4.1 NWAdmin tool allows administrators to support mobile users and distribute configuration and file updates through NetWare Directory Services (NDS). Administrators can create mobile file groups--logically organized groups of commonly shared files--that users can replicate in a single operation. They can also create preconfigured remote access points to populate users' phone books, making it easier for them to dial in.

Pricing and Availability

NetWare Mobile, due to ship within a month, is available in the following license configurations: single-user for $129; 5-user for $495; 25- user for $1,995 and 100-user for $6,995. The initial release of NetWare Mobile supports NetWare 4.1 and 3.X networks as well as the Windows 3.1 client operating system. Novell intends to support NetWare customers as they migrate to other popular client operating systems, including Windows 95.

NetWare Mobile is a key component of Novell's strategy to enable the Smart Global Network by extending networks beyond traditional PC LANs to connect mobile computers and a broad range of intelligent devices.


Novell Launches PartnerNet Scholarship Pgm
Novell Launches $17 Million PartnerNet Scholarship Program

Rewards and Simplifies Advanced CNE Skills Training

OREM, Utah -- January 8, 1996 -- Novell, Inc. today announced a $17 million scholarship program for its North American PartnerNet channel in response to brisk market demand for NetWare 4.1 and GroupWise solution design, installation and support skills. Through this program, channel partners and customers will benefit from the increased availability of certified Novell support professionals. Over the next year, Novell will deliver thousands of student kits, computer based training courses, discount coupons for courses and coupons for free skills testing to Novell's high-level Platinum and Gold level partners.

PartnerNet is a key component of Novell's strategy to enable the Smart Global Network by connecting today's private business networks and the Internet into a single information resource for businesses and consumers. Support expertise in Novell's advanced products is critical to providing access to networks that extend beyond traditional LANs to connect businesses with customers, partners and suppliers.

Advanced PartnerNet skills are in growing demand. In 1995, Novell increased its marketing of NetWare 4.1, resulting in growth of NetWare 4 revenues by 246 percent and installations to more than six million network nodes. According to market analysts, NetWare outshipped all other network operating systems combined by nearly a 2-to-1 margin in 1995, and outshipped Microsoft Windows NT Server, used as a file and print server, by more than a 4-to-1 margin. Simultaneously, GroupWise revenue rose 49 percent and the installed base surpassed five million users.

"We will definitely take advantage of this program," said Samuel Adicoff, president of Edge Information Systems, Inc., a Northern California based Novell Platinum level systems integrator with extensive NetWare Directory Services (NDS) design and implementation experience. "It's a great opportunity to get our CNEs trained on current NetWare and GroupWise technologies at greatly reduced costs. The multifaceted nature of the program means that different companies and individuals can choose the form of training that works best."

The $17 million training investment demonstrates Novell's commitment to the smooth growth of its PartnerNet channel. Novell mapped out the scholarship investments with its PartnerNet council during NetWorld+InterOp last September. Novell and the council quickly agreed on the program structure, investment priorities and training options. Training options include Novell student kits, computer-based training courses, discount coupons for courses and free skills testing.

"It is increasingly difficult and costly to keep up with demands for new technologies," said Michael Gansl, president of NETLAN, Inc., a New York-based networking systems integrator established 11 years ago and the first Novell Platinum level partner in New York. "A Novell scholarship program that gives us incentives to fulfill these requirements is to our advantage. With better trained personnel and better educated customers, we have more opportunity to demonstrate the value proposition that networking technology can provide to business."

The December roll-out represents the first phase of the year-long program, which supplements normal PartnerNet benefits for Platinum and Gold level partners.

"The PartnerNet channel is one of our strongest differentiators," said Kerry Brock, director of reseller marketing. "We designed this scholarship program with our reseller councils to ensure that our channel partners maintain their competitive advantage and identity -- the most knowledgeable, experienced and reliable source of up- to-date networking solutions in the world."

More than 30,000 people attended Novell's NetWare 4.1: "First Class" promotion between July and September. Students attending "First Class" are opting for continued NetWare 4.1 training. Overall, Novell estimates that there are more than 72,000 CNEs, 75,000 Certified Novell Administrators and 3,000 Certified Novell Instructors. In addition, Novell trains more than 62,500 student customers every month.

For more information on Novell, its sales programs, offices and channel partners, visit the Novell world wide web site at http://www.novell.com. Novell PartnerNet channel members can receive additional information through the Novell Reseller Electronic Communication System or by contacting a Novell sales office.

Novell (NASDAQ: NOVL) is the world's leading network software provider. Novell software provides the infrastructure for a networked world, enabling our customers to connect with other people and the information they need, anytime and anyplace. Novell partners with other technology and market leaders to help customers make networks a part of their everyday lives.


Novell DeveloperNet Tech Support CD Special
Novell Offers DeveloperNet Subscribers Reduced Price on Technical Support CD-ROM

SAN JOSE, Calif. -- January 8, 1996 -- Novell today announced that DeveloperNet subscribers are eligible for special reduced pricing and new licensing options for the Network Support Encyclopedia Professional Volume (NSEPro), the company's technical knowledge base on CD-ROM. NSEPro provides Novell customers and support professionals with a rich set of up-to-date support information in a convenient CD-ROM format.

"The NSEPro CD-ROM is an integral tool for Novell's software developers," said Gary Mueller, Vice President of Corporate Developer Relations. "We are pleased to be able to offer our DeveloperNet subscribers increased access to the valuable support and information included in NSEPro. The price reduction is another in Novell's continuing efforts to build the premier developer relations program in the industry."

NSEPro

The NSEPro CD-ROM contains the following information as it applies to NetWare, Groupware, Personal Productivity and SCO UnixWare products:

  Downloadable files, patches and drivers

  Thousands of Technical Information Documents (TIDs)

  Product documentation

  Novell Application Notes

  Groupware Professional's Guide

  Novell Labs certification bulletins

NSEPro has hyperlink functionality and full text searching capabilities. Customers can search using custom menus and Boolean logic, or browse through manuals and technical information. Beginning with the 95- 9 version, the NSEPro CD-ROM began shipping on two CDs: one with downloadable files, patches and drivers and the other with TIDs and additional technical documents. The NSEPro CD-ROM is compatible with Windows, DOS and Macintosh.

DeveloperNet

DeveloperNet is Novell's comprehensive developer relations subscription program that serves as the primary communications channel for Novell to deliver its products, SDKs, information and support to the software development community. All DeveloperNet subscribers receive a wealth of resources from Novell, including a quarterly SDK CD-ROM, one standard developer support incident, one Novell developer product, a subscription to Developer Notes, discounts on classes and literature, and more. DeveloperNet Advanced subscribers receive additional support incidents and Novell developer products, as well as a 15% discount on BrainShare attendance in the United States, Europe and Australia.

A base subscription to DeveloperNet costs $345.00 (US) per year; an advanced subscription costs $995.00 (US) per year.

To subscribe to DeveloperNet by phone, call 1-800-REDWORD (1-800- 733-9673), fax to 1-801-228-5080, e-mail at devprog@novell.com, or subscribe via the World Wide Web at http://developer.novell.com.

Pricing and Availability

Beginning today, DeveloperNet subscribers can receive a single-user subscription to NSEPro for $295 for an annual subscription with 12 monthly updates -- more than 40% off the recently announced suggested retail price of $495. DeveloperNet subscribers can also purchase a site license subscription to NSEPro for $595 annually. DeveloperNet subscribers purchasing NSEPro from locations outside the United States will be charged an additional $100 per year to cover duties and higher shipping costs. DeveloperNet subscribers purchasing a site license can receive additional CD-ROMs for $295 per CD per year.

To subscribe to NSEPro, DeveloperNet subscribers can call 1-800-REDWORD to order directly from Novell.


Novell NetWire Web Site Passes Milestone
Novell's NetWire Web Site Passes Milestone of 250,000 Hits Per Day

Expanded Capacity and Increased Performance to Provide Technical Information to Millions of Customers

OREM, Utah -- Jan. 8, 1996 -- Responding to customer demand now averaging 250,000 hits per day, Novell today announced increased capacity and performance for its NetWire technical information service on the World Wide Web. NetWire, including easily searchable online databases and libraries of downloadable files, provides online access to technical information from Novell through remote access 24 hours-a-day.

"Our NetWire web site delivers the most up-to-date technical support information to thousands of customers and partners each day," said Michael Bishop, director of Electronic Support for Novell Technical Services. "Following new hardware and network upgrades, Novell can now provide millions of customers with reliable access on a daily basis."

Novell has upgraded the NetWire site's central server processors, I/O subsystem, and T1 connections to improve throughput and ensure fast response times for a rapidly expanding community of users. Following the upgrades, the site is now handling 25 percent more hits per business day, and compared to one year ago, Internet access of NetWire has increased more than 600 percent.

Online Solutions to Customer Problems

Novell has created two "Top 20" lists on NetWire on the Internet. These lists provide customers with the top 20 Technical Information Documents (TIDs) and top 20 downloadable files based on customer access. Automatically updated according to customer usage, the "Top 20" lists represent the most common technical solutions delivered to on-line customers by Novell.

Customers can visit NetWire at the following locations:

    CompuServe"      Go NETWIRE

    Internet         http://netwire.novell.com

                     ftp://ftp.novell.com

                     gopher://gopher.novell.com

    MSN"             Go NETWIRE

    SpaceWorks"      call 1-800-577-2235

Technical information can also be found on the company's CD-ROM knowledge base product, the Network Support Encyclopedia" Professional Volume (NSEPro"). The NSEPro is updated each month and includes downloadable files, patches and drivers, Technical Information Documents, and product documentation for NetWare, UnixWare, Groupware and Personal Productivity products. Novell recently announced new pricing and licensing options for the NSEPro: single-user licenses are available for $495 per year, site licenses are $995 per year. CNEs are eligible for discounts.

Novell's electronic technical support offering provides Novell's service partners, large accounts, customers and technical support engineers with access to comprehensive technical information on Novell products, anytime, anyplace. Novell is establishing the electronic support programs and delivery vehicles required to provide technical assistance to a billion users worldwide by the year 2000.


RealAudio Server Products for Macintosh
PROGRESSIVE NETWORKS ANNOUNCES REALAUDIO SERVER PRODUCTS FOR MACINTOSH

RealAudio Server is the only software enabling Macintosh systems to deliver audio-on-demand over the Internet

SAN FRANCISCO, MACWORLD, January 10, 1996 -- Progressive Networks (PN), an interactive communications company focused on the delivery of real-time multimedia over the Internet, today at Macworld EXPO announced that a beta version of the RealAudio Server 1.0 for Macintosh is available for testing from its home page on the Internet (http://www.RealAudio.com). The company also announced that a beta version of the Macintosh version of RealAudio Personal Server, designed for individual users, is available for testing.

RealAudio Server 1.0 for Macintosh is the only software package available for Mac OS allowing delivery of audio on demand to the Internet. The RealAudio Server is part of an audio-on-demand delivery system for the Internet which allows publishers of news, entertainment, business and educational content to deliver audio through the Internet to users of multimedia computers. RealAudio plays instantly, without download delays, through all types of Internet connections from 14.4 Kbps modems and faster.

"The Macintosh community is very important to Progressive Networks and RealAudio," said Rob Glaser, president and CEO of Progressive Networks. "A high percentage of Macintosh systems are connected to the Internet, and we believe it is essential that we support this vital user community. More than 20 percent of RealAudio Players are running under Mac OS."

RealAudio pioneered and is the emerging standard for audio on demand on the Internet. With the introduction of RealAudio Server for Macintosh, RealAudio Server software is available for Mac OS, Windows NT and many flavors of UNIX. Any RealAudio Server 1.0 can reach all 2.5 million RealAudio Players in use today, regardless of platform. Internet World magazine recently selected RealAudio as one of the best new Internet technologies of 1995.

"RealAudio is fast becoming the international standard for audio on demand on the Internet," said Martin Dunsmuir, general manager of server products at Progressive Networks. "The Macintosh product line offers a powerful, easy-to-use platform for serving audio on demand to the Internet."

The RealAudio Server will run on a Macintosh 68040 or Power Macintosh running System 7.5 or better with Apple Open Transport. The software will be available directly from Progressive Networks in Q1 '96.

The RealAudio Server 1.0 for Macintosh will have a suggested retail price of $1,495 for 10 simultaneous streams, $4,995 for 40 streams and $9,995 for 100 streams. The maximum number of simultaneous streams is a measure of the maximum number of end users who can listen to RealAudio at any one time from a particular RealAudio Server. Larger stream packages are also available.

Organizations which purchase RealAudio Server 1.0 for Macintosh will receive free upgrades to RealAudio Server 2.0 for Macintosh, which will ship in Q2 '96. RealAudio 2.0 offers significantly improved sound quality and support for live broadcasting and synchronized multimedia in addition to other innovations.

The RealAudio Personal Server for Macintosh is for individuals who wish to join the RealAudio broadcasting world. RealAudio Personal Server for Macintosh can serve up to two simultaneous audio streams from a Macintosh connected to a TCP/IP network. It will have a suggested retail price of $99 and requires a Macintosh 68040 or Power Macintosh running Mac OS 7.5.x.


Practical Peripherals Cuts Modem Prices
Practical Peripherals Cuts Pricing On Practical Class And MacClass Consumer Products Lines

ATLANTA, GEORGIA, January 8, 1996 -- Effective immediately, all Practical Peripherals Practical Class and MacClass consumer modems will be available at reduced prices. In keeping with Practical Peripherals standard to provide modems with the "most bang for the buck," pricing for the Practical Class and MacClass consumer product lines have been reduced up to 23%.

The Practical Class and MacClass product lines provide users with the latest in modem technology, high performance and superior value. Both product lines are ideally suited for the dramatically increasing number of home users, small office communications, and casual personal computer users who require high-speed communications for downloading files, Internet/Online access, faxing and more. New pricing is as follows:

    Practical Class       Current ERP     New ERP    Difference

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    PM144HC                  $ 99           $ 79       20%

    PM144MT II               $119           $ 99       17%

    PM288HC II V.34          $199           $179       10%

    PM288MT II V.34          $219           $199        9%

    MacClass              Current ERP     New ERP    Difference

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    MC144MT II               $129           $ 99       23%

    MC288MT II               $229           $199       13%

Practical Class modems support V.32, V.32bis, V.42bis MNP5 Data Compression, V.42, MNP 2-4 Error Control, Asynchronous data transmissions and Class 1 Fax Capabilities. All Practical Class products are Windows 95 compatible and ship with QuickLink II for Windows and DOS.

MacClass modems support V.32, V.32bis, V.42, V.42bis, MNP 2- 5 Error Control, Group 3 Fax Capabilities, and Asynchronous data transmissions. MacClass modems ship with a Mac Serial Cable and MacComCenter software.

Both product lines come with a limited lifetime warranty and are available through authorized Practical Peripherals distributors, resellers, mail order houses, and retail outlets.

Practical Peripherals is an award-winning value-based leader in computer communications technology. Practical Peripherals offers a variety of feature rich, cost-effective, high-speed modems for both the business and consumer market segments. All Practical Peripherals products are backed with a competitive warranty and live 7 day-a-week technical support.


Arcade America Interactive CD-ROM Game
Arcade America Grunts, Jumps, Belly Bumps Across the Country--Literally

Now Shipping!

Dallas, TX (January 9, 1995) Multimedia pioneer 7th Level, Inc. (NASDAQ: SEVL) can't wait for gamers to hit the hot spots across the U.S. with the release of its newest interactive CD-ROM game, Arcade America. Filled with pulse-pounding gameplay and radical humor, Arcade America is a hilarious platform-style game that is now grunting, jumping and belly bumping its way into stores all across the country.

AND THE FANS ARE GOING WILD!! 7th Level browsers on America Online have left some exciting comments about the Arcade America demo, such as "I've been playing the... demo and I think it's a knockout. Great graphics, and it's good to see a game with a sense of humor. Some of the animations and character comments are hilarious," said Arcade America advocate Alan McNeely.

A completely free and crazy comic book featuring Joey and his less than reputable ancestors are also on their way to resellers across the nation. By reading this book, consumers will gain valuable insight to Joey's interesting character flaws and gross habits.

"Arcade America is a wild graphic adventure combined with a platform- style game that brings 7th Level's infamous humor to the computer," said Chairman and CEO George Grayson. "If you don't take this opportunity to experience alfalfa laxative in Oklahoma, then you won't know what living is."  Filled with more than 10,000 cels of feature-film quality animation, Arcade America's fast pace never stops with a dynamic musical soundtrack that is level specific and includes 11 themes and original songs. The game's hero, Joey, must travel across America in search of his rockin' monster pals and make it to Woodstock in time for their American musical debut. The storyline of Arcade America is rich in humor and excitement giving increased player involvement. Gamers will fall in love with Joey, a grunty mumbling kid who forgets to pull up his pants "just a little in the back."

Players drive, run, jump and belly bump to ten stops on the U.S. map and race against the clock to each location. Increase Joey's health by devouring junk food along the way (lives are measured in spongecake!). Every site from Alcatraz to Las Vegas to the Alamo and New York contains at least four levels of gameplay, with each level more challenging than the last. Throughout the 60 outrageous levels, find extra hidden passages and bonus rooms where players can improve Joey's score, earn ammo and gain another life. The challenge doesn't end there! Discover hidden items needed for the rescue of the monsters and to jam at Woodstock, but don't go too slow, the rowdy fans at Woodstock are impatient!

The Macintosh version of Arcade America will be available in stores in February. Arcade America carries an average retail price of $39.99 and supports the Windows95 and Windows 3.1 operating systems. To download an Arcade America demo or to retrieve game hints, check the online services: on the world wide web at www.7thlevel.com. On CompuServe, AOL and MSN use "SEVENTH."

7th Level, Inc. blends Hollywood creative artistry, proprietary production techniques and world-class animators and producers to deliver state- of-the-art multimedia products. Windows and Macintosh shipping titles from 7th Level include the entertaining language arts title The Great Word Adventure starring Howie Mandel, TuneLand starring Howie Mandel, and Monty Python's Complete Waste of Time. For the PC look for Battle Beast (Macintosh will be available in February) and Take Your Best Shot. Coming next from 7th Level is a wacky science adventure, The Universe According to Virgil starring Virgil Reality.

For more information regarding 7th Level, Inc. and its products, please contact Mary Crisp at 7th Level, Inc., (214) 498-8184, maryc@7thlevel.com; or Jenny Rosas at Bender, Goldman & Helper, (310) 473-4147, Internet jenny_rosas@bgh.com.


STRATACOM BRINGS ATM TO SOUTH AFRICA

BPX and IPX Deployed for Public and Private ATM Networks

SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA -- JANUARY 8, 1996 -- Fastpacket switch pioneer StrataCom has won two major contracts which will put South Africa at the forefront of ATM deployment. The San Jose-based switch vendor today announced that it is to supply both Telkom, South Africa's telecommunications service provider, and Nedcor, one of the country's largest banks, with state-of-the-art ATM switches for new public and private ATM services.

PTT Telkom has selected StrataCom's carrier-class BPX broadband ATM switch as the backbone for the country's first public broadband ATM service. ATM trials using the BPX are already underway. Telkom already deploys StrataCom's IPX and IGX ATM-based switches for its public frame relay service.

In addition, StrataCom's IPX narrowband ATM switches and FastPADmp access products have also been selected by Nedcor for its newly installed private ATM network. Nedcor, one of the top four banks in South Africa, is one of the first South African enterprises to build a private cell relay network. Comments Barry Hore, executive general manager of Nedcor's IT division, "We believe that switching technology holds the key to future networks. StrataCom's architecture provides us with the opportunity to use switching technology to optimize the utilization of expensive resources."

StrataCom products are distributed in South Africa by local systems integration partner, Dimension Data. Dimension Data's switching product manager, Mike Zalani, says the following: "Switching is an emerging technology in South Africa, offering the advantages of high speed, high capacity networks. The capability to mix voice and data traffic makes StrataCom's solution very attractive to users. Also, the ATM migration path is an important option for major corporations where scalability and capacity are major selling points for the FastPacket technology."

TECHNICAL NOTE TO EDITORS

The Nedcor network comprises IPX-32 and IPX-16 switching nodes that link the regional nodes and head office to form a strategic and integrated multimedia backbone network. FastPADmps are used to concentrate frame relay access for legacy equipment and multiprotocol devices in remote branches.

Telkom, the country's telecommunications service provider, is one of the engines driving the development of South Africa's expanding communications infrastructure structure. Telkom implemented a public frame relay service in 1993, using StrataCom's IPX switches extensively throughout the network. Frame relay, while still in the early stages of its life cycle, is gaining favor amongst South African enterprises as a cost effective option to deploy wide area links. Telkom is also currently implementing a pilot site using BPX switches to test their ATM offering (see copy above).

STRATACOM, INC.

StrataCom, Inc., (NASD:STRM), based in San Jose, California, USA, develops, delivers and supports FastPacket networking systems for multiband ATM applications in private wide area networks and public carrier service offerings, such as frame relay and ATM. StrataCom's family of products, including FastPAD, EdgeConnect, IPX", IGX, BPX, and AXIS, is used to integrate and transport a wide variety of corporate information, including voice, data, video, LANs, image and multimedia traffic in narrowband to broadband ATM network applications.

Contacts:

Jane Dick,                                          Barbara Burdick

Manager, Public Relations                Director, Public Relations

StrataCom                                                 StrataCom

Tel: +44 (0)1252 815554                        Tel: +1 408-882-2003

Fax: +44 (0)1252 815428                        Fax: +1 408-999-0115

jdick@stratacom.com                          bburdick@stratacom.com


Sybase to Acquire Visual Components
Sybase To Acquire Visual Components, Inc

New Powersoft Components Division Created to Capitalize on Increased Demand for Component-Based Application Development

CONCORD, MASS., JANUARY 8, 1996 -- Sybase, Inc. announced today it has entered into an agreement of merger with Visual Components, Inc., a leader in component software. Under terms of the agreement, Visual Components will become a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sybase, operating within the newly created Powersoft components division. Sybase will acquire Visual Components using shares of Sybase stock in a transaction that will be accounted for as a pooling of interests. The consummation of the acquisition is subject to a number of conditions, including approval by the shareholders of Visual Components. The closing of the acquisition is currently scheduled for the end of February 1996.

Powersoft also announced that John Gannon has been named general manager of the newly created Powersoft components division, reporting to David Litwack, president of Powersoft. The components division will deliver high-quality, reusable software components such as spreadsheets, charting tools and spell-checking modules to application developers within and beyond the Powersoft customer base.

Visual Components develops and markets advanced components for application development, including its Formula One&trade; spreadsheet component; First Impression", a charting and business graphics component; VisualWriter&trade;, a text processing component that provides mail merge and database support; VisualSpeller&trade;, a 100,000 word, multi-language dictionary; and ImageStream&trade;, a graphical file conversion component that imports, views, converts and prints more than 20 file formats. Visual Components, Inc. will provide the technical and marketing foundation for Powersoft's components division, under the continued leadership of CEO Mark Callegari and president Tom DeBacco.

"Today's announcement shows Powersoft's commitment to providing client/server developers with the tools they need to build high-performance, distributed applications," said David Litwack, president of Powersoft. "Visual Components' continuing support for tools other than PowerBuilder is another example of our open business philosophy, used successfully with our acquisitions of Watcom and SDP. In addition, Powersoft will leverage Visual Components' expertise to benefit PowerBuilder users."

"In June 1995, we licensed Visual Components' technologies to deliver the ComponentPack, which brings spreadsheet and spell-checking objects to PowerBuilder," said John Gannon, general manager, Powersoft's components division. "We now look forward to aggressively expanding Powersoft's component portfolio by building new products, adapting technologies from Sybase and its divisions, and licensing products from third-party developers."

"We're excited about joining the Powersoft and Sybase family," said Mark Callegari, CEO of Visual Components. "Powersoft and Visual Components share a common vision of the future of component- based application development, and we believe this merger will accelerate the adoption of components among developers using all the leading development environments."

Visual Components, Inc. develops and markets technologically-advanced, object-based software development tools. Established in 1993 as VisualTools by the founders and developers of Innovative Software and the Wingz graphical spreadsheet, Visual Components is committed to establishing itself as the leader in manufacturing and supporting commercial-quality component software. Visual Components, Inc. is privately held. The company's Internet address is www.visualcomp.com.

Sybase, Inc. is a worldwide leader in client/server software. Sybase and its Powersoft division are focused on four major market segments: on-line transaction processing, data warehousing, mass deployment and electronic commerce. Sybase's software products -- database, middleware and tools -- provide customers with desktop-to-enterprise solutions. The company's mission is to provide its customers with an open, adaptable information systems architecture that enables them to develop and deliver complete information systems solutions to facilitate rapid business change. Headquartered in Emeryville, CA, Sybase is the sixth largest independent software company in the world. The company's Internet addresses are www.sybase.com and www.powersoft.com.

Sybase Inc

6475 Christie Ave

Emeryville, CA 04608

510-596-3500;  Fax: 510-658-9441


SyQuest EX135 OEM Agreement with Apple
SYQUEST ANNOUNCES AN OEM AGREEMENT WITH APPLE FOR SYQUEST INTERNAL EZ135 DRIVES

San Francisco, CA (January 9, 1996) Today at Macworld Expo, SyQuest Technology (SYQT-NASDAQ) and Apple Computer Australia announce an OEM partnership designed to serve the needs of professional publishers.

Apple is launching models of its high performance 8500 and 9500 personal computers pre-configured specifically to the needs of publishing professionals. Among the high performance peripherals built into these computers will be the SyQuest EZ135 internal drive.

"Incorporating the removable storage technology of SyQuest, combined with the most powerful personal computers available -- the Power Macintosh 8500 and 9500 -- is a major part of Apple's new value add strategy for markets such as publishing," said Graham Barr, marketing manager, Apple Solutions, Apple Computer Australia.

"SyQuest drives are a popular disk accessory for Apple users. They deliver high capacity, high performance, and an upgrade path which meets the requirements of the market," according to Barr.

"We see a definate need for Apple to provide an increased storage option to our customer base. This agreement between Apple Computer Australia and SyQuest Technology means professional publishers and media experts can utilize far greater volumes of multiple media types -- such as still images, video, animation, Web pages, published documents and sound -- faster," added Barr.

Meyer Mussry, regional manager, Australia and New Zealand for SyQuest Technology said, "By employing Winchester technology, SyQuest's superior removable cartridge drive offers the ideal solution for Apple and its customers. Its hard disk performance provides continuing efficiencies to users, and sets the Macintosh computer a class above other brands for larger capacity data input, exchange, and backup. It will also assist users storing files downloaded off the Internet, those handling imaging or publishing files, users needing file management facilities and those needing expansion hard disk storage."

Apple Computer is a recognized pioneer and innovator in the information industry, creates powerful solutions based on easy-to-use personal computers, servers, peripherals, software, online services and personal digital assistants. Headquartered in Cupertino, CA, Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) develops, manufactures, licenses and markets products, technologies and services for the business, education, consumer, scientific and engineering and government markets in over 140 countries.

SyQuest Technology is the world standard in removable cartridge Winchester disk drives. Founded in 1982, the company has an installed base of more than 2 million drives and 9 million cartridges worldwide. SyQuest is headquartered in Fremont, California and maintains manufacturing facilities in Fremont, Penang (Malaysia) and Singapore with additional facilities in Colorado and Europe. The company offers removable Winchester technology solutions for Apple, Windows, MS-DOS, UNIX, SGI and SunOS platforms. SyQuest (SYQT) is publicly traded on NASDAQ's National Market System.

SyQuest, EZ135 Drive and the SyQuest logo are registered trademarks of SyQuest Technology. Apple, the Apple logo, Macintosh and Power Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. Mac OS is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. registered in the United States and other countries. PowerPC is a trademark of International Business Machines and is used under license thereform. All other brand names mentioned that are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders, are acknowledged.

SyQuest's home page on the World Wide Web: http://www.syquest.com

Apple and Apple Computer Australia's home pages: http://www.apple.com/ and http://www.apple.com.au/


SyQuest Expands Relationship with Polaroid
SYQUEST EXPANDS RELATIONSHIP WITH POLAROID AND OPENS DISTRIBUTION IN LATIN AMERICA

POLAROID TO DISTRIBUTE SYQUEST DRIVES AND CARTRIDGES UNDER SYQUEST AND POLAROID BRAND NAMES IN LATIN AMERICA

San Francisco, CA (January 9, 1996) SyQuest Technology, Inc. (SYQT- NASDAQ) the world leader in removable cartridge hard drives, has formed a partnership with Polaroid in Latin America to distribute SyQuest drives and cartridges under both the SyQuest and Polaroid brand names. Distribution has begun for the 3.5-inch EZ135 Drive and SQ3270, the 1.8-inch SQ1100, and the 5.25-inch SQ5200.

"As a leader in the removable storage market, we are pleased to expand our worldwide presence into Latin America," commented Rod Braido, vice president and general manager, SyQuest Systems Division. "This opportunity will not only enhance SyQuest exposure, but will also increase the installed base for the product."

"SyQuest provides very popular removable storage options that compliment Polaroid's electronic imaging products very well," stated Paulo Schendel, manager for Latin America and Canada, electronic imaging at Polaroid. "SyQuest's products are easy to use and offer high performance. This partnership provides a win-win situation for both companies as well as end users."

SyQuest, which pioneered the $1 billion removable storage market, manufacturers products ranging from its EZ135 Drive, the first in a family of drives aimed at the consumer and SoHo markets, to the SQ3270 and SQ5200 professional series, widely recognized as the "industry standard" by such heavy storage-using markets as publishing, graphics and the pre-press industry.

Polaroid Corporation, with sales in excess of $2.3 billion, is the worldwide leader in instant imaging. The company's Electronic Imaging Systems group markets advanced digital imaging products and systems, including photographic-quality digital image input and output products, identification systems and solutions for industry and government worldwide.

SyQuest Technology is the world standard in removable cartridge Winchester disk drives. Founded in 1982, the company has an installed base of more than 2 million drives and 9 million cartridges worldwide. SyQuest is headquartered in Fremont, California and maintains manufacturing facilities in Fremont, Penang (Malaysia) and Singapore with additional facilities in Colorado and Europe. The company offers removable Winchester technology solutions for Apple, Windows, MS-DOS, Amiga, UNIX, SGI and SunOS platforms. SyQuest (SYQT) is publicly traded on NASDAQ's National Market System.

SyQuest's home page on the World Wide Web is: http://www.syquest.com


SyQuest Redies SyJET 1.3GB Drive
SYQUEST READIES NEW "SYJET" 1.3 GIGABYTE DRIVE FOR HIGH SPEED TAKE OFF

ADVANCED PREVIEW AND DEMONSTRATION OF SYQUEST TECHNOLOGY'S NEW CONSUMER FRIENDLY, HIGH CAPACITY, HIGH PERFORMANCE DRIVE TAKE PLACE AT MACWORLD/SF

San Francisco, CA (January 9, 1995) -- SyQuest Technology (SYQT- NASDAQ), world leader in removable cartridge hard drives, today announced that its new 3.5-inch, 1.3 gigabyte SyJET drive will be available for advanced preview to attendees of MACWORLD San Francisco. The official launch and initial commercial shipments of the drive is currently scheduled for second quarter 1996. Packaged in a new "slim line" design, SyJET offers the highest capacity and performance in the 3.5-inch removable storage marketplace. Configurations for SyJET will include an internal enhanced IDE and external SCSI.

"This new 1.3 gigabyte unit reaches new heights," said Ronald Brown, vice president of corporate marketing. "It dramatically advances SyQuest's 14 year lead in the removable Winchester storage arena. The SyJET out maneuvers all other removable options, setting new standards for quality, reliability and superior performance."

"The uses for a high capacity, high performance removable storage devices are limitless," commented Phil Devin, vice president and Chief Analyst, Dataquest. "Not only will SyQuest's graphic industry customers be delighted, but an entirely new group of users will now have the ability to easily and inexpensively expand local storage capabilities."

SPEED AND PERFORMANCE

The SyJET provides a high performance minimum sustained transfer rate of 4mb per second and an average seek time of <11msec. Drive reliability is very high with a Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) rate of 250,000 hours.

SyJET also provides the unique ability to go into an accelerated "mach mode." This special tracking technique increases the minimum transfer rate assisting refresh rates in extreme data intensive applications such as full motion video. As a result, SyJET is the ideal choice for video editing and storage. SyJET provides a warranty of two years for the drive and five years for the cartridges. Cartridge shelf life is estimated at 30 years.

APPLICATIONS

SyJET is ideally suited to fill the growing need for high performance, low cost, unlimited removable storage. High-end power users of removable storage will find SyJET to be the consummate storage solution for applications such as archiving, desktop publishing, imaging, music and hard disk recording, full motion video, digital photography and multimedia. One SyJET 1.3 gigabyte cartridge will hold 1,300 pages of scanned text, or 10 graphic intensive games or, 7 three minute quicktime movies.

"The SyJET is an ideal solution for CD-ROM multimedia game developers. The ability to fit 1.3 gigabytes on one fast, compact, removable drive cartridge is a necessity because of all the high resolution graphics and sounds used in multimedia programs and games," said David Walls, technical director, Wanderlust Interactive. "I also like the fact that I can load work in progress onto a cartridge and take it home or, share the data with a co-worker. This level of flexibility is hard to find when dealing with files this large."

NEW "SLIM LINE" DESIGN

SyJET is an evolution of the traditional design of SyQuest drives. Based on consumer research, SyQuest has redesigned the look and feel of the product not only to provide a more streamlined look, but also to enhance product usability. New features include a one touch cartridge eject button located on the front of the drive, an electronic power button located on the side and a see through window located on the top of the drive.

"We have taken our superior, proven technology and put it into a more attractive, user-friendly package," commented Brown. "At the same time, SyQuest has pushed performance to the max with SyJET."

PRICE AND AVAILABILITY

SyQuest is currently positioning SyJET to have a suggested retail price starting as low as $499 for a drive and one cartridge. Two removable cartridge options will be available - a 650MB cartridge priced at $64.95 and a 1.3 gigabyte cartridge priced at $94.95. This means that SyJET offers the world's lowest cost per megabyte - $.07 per megabyte.

After SyJET is launched, it will be available through existing SyQuest channels, including major national distributors, superstore chains, and mail order outlets.

ABOUT SYQUEST

SyQuest Technology is the world standard in removable cartridge Winchester disk drives. Founded in 1982, the company has an installed base of more than 2 million drives and 9 million cartridges worldwide. SyQuest is headquartered in Fremont, California and maintains manufacturing facilities in Fremont, Penang (Malaysia) and Singapore with additional facilities in Colorado and Europe. The company offers removable Winchester technology solutions for Apple, Windows, MS-DOS, Amiga, UNIX, SGI and SunOS platforms. SyQuest (SYQT) is publicly traded on NASDAQ's National Market System.


TechSmith Releases SnagIt/32 for Win95/NT
See It? SnagIt!

TechSmith Releases SnagIt/32 for Microsoft Windows 95 and NT

EAST LANSING, MI, JANUARY 8, 1996 -- TechSmith's SnagIt, "the print utility that Microsoft Windows forgot,"* is now available for Windows 95 and Windows NT. SnagIt/32 provides selective capture of Windows screen regions. The captured image can be directed to a Windows supported print device, saved to a file or sent as an e-mail attachment. Simply pressing a "hotkey" combination starts the capture process. While many options are available, SnagIt/32 needs only a brief installation before use.

"SnagIt is one of the most useful, versatile little utilities I've ever found," said Ron Braithwaite of HealthDesk Corporation. Braithwaite uses SnagIt/32 to print "display-only" windows, such as the Microsoft Access Relationships chart, and to develop software specifications and help files. SnagIt/32 excels wherever intelligent screen capture is needed, from training manual development to help desk operations. Others use SnagIt to extend commercial and custom applications with limited native screen print capabilities.

"Many organizations are in the early stages of the transition from Windows 3.x to Windows 95 or NT," observes William Hamilton, TechSmith founder and president. "We've responded with the SnagIt Twin Pack. It includes a 16-bit version tailored for Windows 3.x as well as a true 32-bit version for Windows 95 and NT. The setup program automatically detects the workstation's operating environment and loads the appropriate version. The purchaser is licensed to run either version and to switch between them without further payment to TechSmith. Purchasing the Twin Pack provides the benefits of running SnagIt today without penalizing customers selecting Windows 95 or NT in the future."

SnagIt/32 offers a variety of optional tuning parameters for advanced screen capture needs. Automatic and manual image scaling, adjustments to color balance and monochrome conversion parameters help create the best possible graphic for the selected print device. SnagIt/32 saves captured images in a variety of popular graphic file formats. Consecutive captures can be stored in automatically named files. SnagIt/32's DDE (Dynamic Data Exchange) support enables DDE clients, such as Microsoft Word for Windows, to configure options and invoke captures. Developers using tools such as C++, Microsoft Visual Basic or Access can also control SnagIt/32 using DDE messages. Screen images can be captured and immediately e-mailed to help desks using SnagIt/32's MAPI (Messaging Application Program Interface) support and any MAPI enabled mail client.

Download a fully functional evaluation copy of SnagIt/32 (or the 16-bit version) from TechSmith's World Wide Web site, http://www.TechSmith.com, or ftp server, ftp.TechSmith.com. SnagIt is also available from the WUGNET forum on CompuServe and many other locations world-wide.

The single-user copy of SnagIt/32 is priced at $39.95. Multi- user, OEM, corporate and site licensing options are also available. For additional sales information, please contact TechSmith by e-mail at SnagIt@TechSmith.com or call 1-517-333- 2100 ext. 145.

TechSmith Corporation is a technology leader in desktop and network solutions. Since 1987 our mission has been to help users maximize the benefits of distributed computing and shared resources. TechSmith has designed its family of products to meet the requirements of organizations needing to support not only their employees, but their customers and business partners as well.

* Brian Livingston, Windows 3.1 Secrets, IDG Books, pg. 835


TI $1 Million Challenge Gift
Texas Instruments' $1 Million Challenge Gift Kicks Off Capital Campaign For Alliance For Higher Education's Information Network

DALLAS (January 8, 1996) - Texas Instruments Incorporated announced today a $1 million challenge gift to support an innovative education and information network being developed by the Alliance for Higher Education. When completed, the Alliance Information Network will link colleges and universities, corporations, medical centers, and libraries throughout the Metroplex to a wealth of global education and information resources.

Texas Instruments and the Alliance for Higher Education share a common co-founder in Cecil Green. To honor their long-term contributions to education, the new network will be named "The Cecil and Ida Green Network." In 1965 with his personal generosity and vision, Green created TAGER, The Association for Graduate Education and Research, a television network which serves the education and training needs of area corporations such as Texas Instruments. For more than 30 years, the TAGER Television Network, as a service of the Alliance for Higher Education, has operated as an interactive one-way video, two-way audio connection delivering courses from area colleges and universities directly into the workplace. The new Green Network, fully digital with a fiber optic "backbone" and digitized TV channels, will greatly increase the capacity for educational access and cooperative activities.

"An educated workforce is critical to the future economic development of the Dallas/Fort Worth area as well as the future success of businesses and people in our increasingly high-tech society," said Jerry Junkins, chairman, president and chief executive officer of Texas Instruments Incorporated.

"The Alliance has already shown the value of delivering convenient educational services to employees of area corporations through three decades of operating the TAGER system. The new Green Network will expand the opportunities for higher education that will keep our region's workforce vital and competitive. At TI, we see this as a good investment in the future resources of our community," he said. Recognizing the inherent value of convenient and cost-effective higher education for employees, Texas Instruments is the largest corporate user of TAGER's distance education capabilities.

During TAGER's 30 years of operation, more than 51,000 area employees have worked on or completed advanced degrees via TAGER in the fields of engineering, computer science and business administration. When completed, the Green Network will deliver programming to serve an even broader sector of business and industry including health care, telecommunications, finance and legal fields.

Through the generosity of corporations, foundations and individuals, the TAGER Television Network will expand from its current eight channels to more than 20 digitized channels and will support two-way video, two-way audio and high speed data transmission, including a fiber optic "backbone" between Dallas and Fort Worth. TI's $1million leadership gift initiates the campaign for the $4 million needed to complete the project.

Committed to perpetuating the vision of Cecil Green, Texas Instruments made its $1 million gift in the form of a challenge to encourage other area employers to invest not only in the educational future of their respective employees and companies, but to invest in the educational future of the region.

"The $1 million challenge gift from TI reinforces the value of the Alliance Information Network to the educational and economic development of this region. The planning and technical development has taken two years, but construction will take approximately one year when funds have been committed. We are extremely grateful for TI's generous leadership gift," said Allan Watson, president of the Alliance for Higher Education.


Zenith Slashes Z-Stations up to 19%
Zenith Data Systems slashes up to 19 percent off Z-STATION VP and Z-STATION GT desktop prices

adds new 150 MHz and 166 MHz high-performance configurations

AGGRESSIVE MOVES TO LEAD MARKET WITH DRAMATIC PRICE DROPS ACROSS ENTIRE DESKTOP LINE AND LATEST INTEL TECHNOLOGY OFFERINGS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

BUFFALO GROVE, ILL. January 8, 1996 -- Zenith Data Systems (ZDS) announced today aggressive price cuts in both the Z-STATION VP value- priced desktop family and the Z-STATION GT high-end desktop line, along with two new high-performance configurations featuring the latest Intel Pentium processors. In an effort to continue offering outstanding price/performance to its customers throughout its full range of desktop offerings, ZDS slashed prices between 9 and 19 percent, and added 150 MHz and 166 MHz systems to top off the Z-STATION GT advanced desktop line.

"Zenith Data Systems is determined to stand out as a leading provider of brand-name desktop systems," said Jeff Loebbaka, senior director of desktop product marketing at ZDS. "We constantly strengthen our value equation with extensive price cuts and the latest Intel technology, and offer a wide range of configurations to meet our customers' budget and performance requirements."

Z-STATION CUSTOMERS SAVE AT EVERY PERFORMANCE LEVEL

The latest round of price drops equates to substantial savings for Z-STATION desktop customers minimally $166 * and as much as $476 * on a single system. While the Z-STATION VP line has always been priced to provide a value-based desktop option for customers with tight budgets and mainstream performance needs, the new prices make the Z-STATION VP systems an even better buy. The reductions also make the high-performance Z-STATION GT desktop family unusually affordable.

On the upper end of the value-priced Z-STATION VP family, the aggressive pricing strategy gives customers the opportunity to save over $370 * on a mini-tower multimedia Z-STATION VP, featuring a 100 MHz Pentium processor, 16MB RAM, 1MB video DRAM, 256K cache, 1.2GB HDD, a 64- bit Cirrus 5434 graphics controller, 4X CDROM, microphone, speakers, a 16-bit Sound Blaster audio card and Windows 95 pre-installed. The new price on this Z-STATION VP is just $2,384 * down from $2,761 *.

A Z-STATION VP Pentium 100 MHz in a desktop cabinet with 8MB RAM, 1MB video DRAM, 256K cache, an 850MB HDD, 64-bit Cirrus 5434 graphics controller and Windows for Workgroups pre-installed now lists for $1,584 *, down $367 * from its previous $1,951 * price. A Pentium 75 MHz Z-STATION VP with 8MB RAM, 1MB video DRAM, 256K cache, 540MB HDD, the Cirrus graphics controller and a choice of Windows for Workgroups or Windows 95, is now $1,340 * instead of $1,506 *.

For customers requiring entry-level Pentium processor performance, ZDS has added aggressively priced Pentium processor based Z-STATION VP offerings starting as low as $1,243 * for a 75 MHz system in a desktop cabinet with 8MB RAM, 1MB video DRAM, 540MB HDD, the Cirrus graphics controller and Windows for Workgroups pre-installed.

Customers requiring the ultimate power and performance in a desktop can save nearly $500 * on current Z-STATION GT Pentium processor- based configurations featuring the ATi CT video graphics controller for superior performance and fullmotion, fullscreen software-based MPEG video playback. A desktop cabinet model Z-STATION GT 120 MHz with 16MB RAM, 2MB video DRAM, 256K asynchronous cache, 850MB HDD and Windows for Workgroups Desktop software pre-installed that used to list for $2,791 *, is now priced at a low $2,316 *. The price of a 133 MHz version of the same Z-STATION GT configuration with a 1.6GB Mode 4 HDD has been cut $455 *, down to $2,755 from $3,210 *.

"Our latest round of price cuts equates to serious savings across a variety of performance options," commented Loebbaka. "We are quite confident that this will put ZDS in an extremely competitive position in the market that most major vendors are going to find difficult to match."

TIMELY INTEL PROCESSOR INTRODUCTIONS

Zenith Data Systems' newest offerings in the top-performance Z-STATION GT desktop line feature the latest Pentium processors from Intel. A mini-tower multimedia model of the new 150 MHz Z-STATION GT with 16MB RAM, 2MB video DRAM, 256K synchronous pipeline burst cache, 1.6GB Mode 4 HDD, a 64-bit ATi CT video graphics controller, 4X CD- ROM, microphone, speakers and a 16-bit Sound Blaster audio card preconfigured with either Windows for Workgroups or Windows 95 is competitively priced at $3,396 *. The new 166 MHz Z-STATION GT mini-tower high- performance configuration with 16MB RAM, 2MB video DRAM, 512K synchronous pipeline burst cache, 2.1GB Mode 4 HDD, 64-bit ATi CT video graphics controller, 4X CD-ROM, microphone, speakers and a 16-bit Sound Blaster audio card plus Windows for Workgroups or Windows 95 pre-installed lists for $4,041 *.

"ZDS customers truly appreciate our excellent time-to-market turnaround as Intel announces a new processor, ZDS parallels that announcement with the debut of a system featuring that processor," commented Loebbaka. "Our customers know they can count on ZDS to offer the latest technology available in our systems and offer the best price/performance value around."

To boost the value of the 150 MHz and 166 MHz systems even higher, the new Z-STATION GT desktop configurations include the same robust software preload as previous models. All Z-STATION GTs include Netscape Navigator with both Dial-Up and LAN support for browsing the Internet and CoSession for Windows remote host. Z-STATION GT Windows 95 configurations come with Norton Navigator for Windows 95 and Norton AntiVirus for Windows 95, ZDS Z-View DMI Client Browser and EZ-Companion while Windows for Workgroups models come with Symantec's PC Tools utilities suite.

The new Z-STATION GT models also feature the familiar ZDS expansion ready design that enables the system to grow with customers' changing needs. Five open slots and two open drive bays easily accommodate modems, network cards, multimedia options and additional storage. All Z-STATION GT desktops are DMI ready, fully Plug and Play compliant and Windows 95 certified.

TECHNICAL SUPPORT AND WARRANTY COVERAGE

Zenith Data Systems offers 24-hour, seven-days-a-week toll-free customer assistance and product support. Z-STATION VP and Z-STATION GT desktop computers are covered by a three-year limited warranty for all parts and labor. Z-CARE coverage offers onsite, next business day service for the first year, and 48-hour mail-in or carry-in service for the second and third year. All response commitments are based upon commercially reasonable efforts, and all response times may vary depending on availability and/or the nature of the service requested.

Customers may also connect with the ZDS Internet World Wide Web home page at

http://www.zds.com for technical information.

ABOUT ZENITH DATA SYSTEMS

Zenith Data Systems, a Bull company, offers a full line of personal computer products ranging from high-performance servers and desktops to its award-winning line of notebook computers and wireless mobile products. With sales locations in more than 30 countries, ZDS markets its products to business, education and government. The company is headquartered in Buffalo Grove, Ill., with engineering facilities in Santa Clara, Calif., Billerica, Mass. and Buffalo Grove; and manufacturing facilities in St. Joseph, Mich.

Zenith Data Systems, 2150 East Lake Cook Road, Buffalo Grove, Ill., 60089, (708) 808-5000,

Fax (708) 808-4434, Internet http://www.zds.com.

Reader inquiries: (800) 5330331.

Prices quoted are ZDS prices in U.S. dollars. Reseller prices may vary. Resellers determine their own pricing which may be higher or lower than Zenith Data Systems' prices.


Zilog Intros New DSP Core
ZILOG INTRODUCES A NEW DSP CORE WITH PERIPHERALS TO LOWER SYSTEM COSTS

Campbell, Calif.--January 8, 1996--Zilog, Inc. (NYSE:ZLG) today unveiled its newest DSP core, the Z8946X, which offers a cost- effective alternative to embedded controllers traditionally used in modems, telephone answering machines, wireless phones, digital TV, and much more.

"The surge in the DSP market is fueled by declining DSP prices and easier programming capabilities," said Walter Croce, director of Zilog's DSP channel. "System designers can now take advantage of the power of DSP for the high volume computer peripheral and consumer electronics markets. Zilog's DSP family is positioned to support these mainstream markets."

The 40 MIPS, 16-bit Z89462 device is the first implementation to make use of this new core. It features microcontroller functions, on-chip peripherals and a host of DSP software development tools. The device integrates a bit field unit to manage microcontroller system control functions and communications through single cycle bit manipulation, masking and merging.

Peripherals, traditionally found on microcontrollers, such as two 24-bit timer counters, pulse-width modulators, bit I/O and high speed synchronous serial ports are integrated on the Z89462 to lower chip costs and reduce design time and complexity. An on- chip wait state generator eliminates the need for external hardware.

The Z89462, with 1K words of on-chip program RAM and two 512 word blocks of on-chip data RAM, implements a Harvard architecture that features an innovative four-bus memory scheme. Externally, the 64K word program and data memories can be populated to accommodate applications that are memory and I/O intensive. The Z89462's two external memory interfaces enable the processor to fetch a new external program and data word or two new data values every 25ns cycle.

Zilog's support program addresses design and development issues through a host of support tools, from system kits and evaluation boards to DSP microprocessor code.

The Z8946200ZEM in-circuit emulator features an interactive, window- oriented real-time environment for emulation and debugging. The Z8946200ZCO evaluation board contains a microcontroller, a monitor program and on-board memory. A suite of software support tools includes an assembler/linker, a C-Compiler and a simulator/debugger to generate and debug code.

In a 100-pin PQFP surface mount package, the Z89462 is available for $11.00 in 50K quantities.


Zilog Unveils Low Cost S180 Emulator
ZILOG UNVEILS A COMPETITIVELY PRICED EMULATOR FOR THE DEVELOPMENT AND EDUCATIONAL MARKETS

Campbell, Calif.--January 8, 1996--Zilog, Inc. (NYSE:ZLG) today announced the new low-cost S180 in-circuit emulator, designed for Z180-based design development and debug, and as an effective tool for users of the Z180(TM) architectures. The Z8S180 device provides serial communications for applications such as communication ports, modems, printers, WAN cards, PC I/O cards and wireless LANs.

"For the educational market, inexpensive feature-rich design tools are important for students who need access to cutting edge technology to better prepare themselves for the business environment," said Jim Magill, vice president of the data communications division. "OEM designers require development and debug tools that not only keep design costs down, but significantly accelerate the design cycle."

Cost-Effective Emulator Design

The Z8S180 emulator combines the benefits of an evaluation board and many high-end emulation capabilities for under $200.00. It does not require a target board for initial debugging and development. The software provided includes a debug monitor that enables users to download programs and run with or without breakpoints. For larger applications and advanced development, the Z8S180 emulator provides the capability to plug directly into the Z8S180 socket of the user's target board via an emulation adapter pod.

In-Circuit Emulation Accelerates Time-to-Market

For real-time, in-circuit emulation, the Z8S180 emulator plugs directly into the microprocessor socket of your design. Application- specific system-level debugging enables faster design implementation because there is no need to write special software.

The emulator features an interactive real-time environment for emulation and debugging. The evaluation board contains an integrated microprocessor, a monitor program and on-board memory. A suite of software support tools includes an assembler/linker, a C-Compiler and a simulator/debugger to generate and debug code. Software can be assembled or compiled on a PC host.

The Z8S180 emulator is available in volume production.


Zilog Voice Controllers w/Caller ID & Flash
ZILOG EXPANDS COMPETITIVELY PRICED VOICE PROCESSING FAMILY WITH CALLER ID AND FLASH MEMORY

Campbell, Calif.--January 8, 1996--Zilog Inc. (NYSE:ZLG) today announced the Z89175 and Z89176 (ROMless) voice controllers which offer greater levels of systems integration for applications such as digital telephone answering devices with integrated Caller ID and speaker phone systems, voice note applications, security systems and interactive toys.

"When combined with memory, the new mixed signal devices give OEMs a two-chip solution to quickly develop cost-effective consumer voice applications for the high-volume consumer market," said Phil Levine, channel manager for home communications. "In addition, the devices integrate stored voice prompts/date time stamps, an on-board Codec, and have Caller ID and speaker phone capabilities."

Dual Processor Architecture - A Two-Chip Solution

The new members of the Zilog voice processing family continue to utilize the advanced architecture of integrating a Z8(R) microcontroller and a 16-bit DSP core which lowers cost, improves system performance and reduces board space. The Z8 microcontroller manages I/O intensive tasks including memory interface and the powerful 16-bit DSP provides the algorithm processing power required for telephone voice quality as well as the capability to identify, display and annunciate incoming phone numbers.

Flexible Memory Options

The devices incorporate Zilog's proprietary software to provide the flexibility which supports a variety of low-cost FLASH memory and Audio RAM (ARAM) options. The Z89175/176 supports up to two of Samsung's new KM29N040 512K x 8-bit FLASH memories or up to two 4MB ARAMS.

Levine points out that FLASH memory gives users the ability to store a nonvolatile message, which is a critical feature in many voice recording applications.

The Z89175 and Z89176 are the most cost-effective and feature- rich members of Zilog's voice processing family. The Z89175 has 24K of Z8 ROM and 8K word of DSP ROM for programming advanced features such as an enhanced high-compression voice coder, Caller ID or speaker phone. The devices feature operating speeds of 20 Mhz and at 29 Mhz for use with the more advanced 6.8 Kbs voice coder.

Both parts are available in a 100-pin QFP package and are priced in the $6.00 range in high quantities.

Fast Product Development

To assist with the design efforts and to minimize time-to-market, Zilog's $495.00 Voice Processing/Flash Memory Implementation Kit, the Z8917500ZCO, includes a demonstration board which utilizes Samsung's flash memory, application software, schematics, and a complete bill of materials.

The kit also features a library of linear predictive coding (LPC) prerecorded voice prompts to eliminate the need for manufacturers to develop their own prerecorded messages. Non-English LPC support is also available.


EA & Colossal Pictures: Psychic Detective
ELECTRONIC ARTS AND COLOSSAL PICTURES PROUDLY PRESENT: PSYCHIC DETECTIVE

SAN MATEO, Calif., December 20, 1995 -- Two industry leaders, interactive giant Electronic Arts and animation titan Colossal Pictures, introduce the release of Psychic Detective, an interactive comedy/thriller movie that breaks new ground in the interactive industry.

Shot on location throughout the San Francisco Bay Area, the movie is a Hollywood-style production with five hours of live action footage featuring both Los Angeles and San Francisco-based AFTRA actors. The movie was created by Jim Simmons of Electronic Arts, Emmy Award-winning director John Sanborn, and screenwriter Michael Kaplan.

Psychic Detective features the exploits of Eric Fox, psychic wunderkind, who for years coasted through life on his paranormal talents: cheating on exams, seducing gullible women, and performing smart-alecky lounge shows in second-rate hotels. The player plays from inside Eric's mind, using his psychic powers to help the beautiful Laina Pozok unravel the mystery behind her father's suicide. Laina encourages Eric to travel from one character's mind to another to gather clues by experiencing events from their perspective. The depth and breadth of the story line lets the player try out numerous leads, each one with its own revelations and surprises.

This new form of interactive movie is achieved by seamlessly interweaving the video and the complex storyline into an uninterrupted playthrough experience. The player, as the central character, guides the story from beginning to middle, and through to one of many endings. The choices the player makes throughout the movie directly affect all elements of the story, making the player a participant in the story and no longer just an observer.

Electronic Arts Executive Producer Jim Simmons says, "Designing and engineering games, especially new types of games like Psychic Detective, requires lots of experimentation and invention. Today's leading-edge animation houses, such as Colossal Pictures, our partner on Psychic, are especially suited to this type of work. They know what it takes to invent new techniques, work with software engineers, and painstakingly craft an audiovisual experience frame by frame, element by element."

"Psychic Detective is defining the future of this industry with interactive fiction that is responsive to the viewer," adds John Sanborn, Colossal Pictures director. "We've mixed together 500 movies, incredible sound, and extensive electronic processing, so that every time you 'play' the movie, you discover new sequences, new materials -- and an entirely different movie path. It becomes the movie you want it to be."

Psychic Detective is available on PC CD-ROM and the 3DO Interactive Multiplayer. A PlayStation version will be available in spring of 1996.

Electronic Arts

1450 Fashion Island Blvd

San Mateo, CA 94404

415-571-7171

http://www.ea.com


Road Rash Motorcycle Racing for PlayStation
ROAD RASH AND A&M BRANDS MERGE MUSIC, VIDEO GAMES, AND MOTION PICTURE TECHNOLOGY

SAN MATEO, Calif., December 29, 1995 -- Electronic Arts has announced the release of Road Rash for the PlayStation. Road Rash is one of the first titles to integrate motion picture technology with two mainstream entertainment formats: videogames and alternative rock music videos.

"The design challenge behind Road Rash was to merge the energy and presentation of music videos from alternative rock bands with the action of great videogames," explains Randy Breen, producer, Electronic Arts.  "The result is a completely unique interactive experience that will set new standards and meet the expectations among a broader base of consumers."

Road Rashing is the term given to high-speed, anything-goes, outlawed motorcycling racing, where gutsy riding and fists can make the difference between finishing in first place or winding up chewing concrete. Players blaze through curves on photo-realistic, texture-mapped tracks, ranging from cities, canyon runs, to country backroads. With unbelievable frame rates and stereo sound, Road Rash delivers the kind of involving ride gamers have only fantasized about.

A next generation multimedia software title, Road Rash for the PlayStation features music from six hot alternative music bands: Soundgarden, Paw, Swervedriver, Therapy?, Monster Magnet, and Hammerbox. As part of a deal between Electronic Arts and A&M records, each band is providing one to three tracks with the exception of the high-profile Soundgarden which will provide four. "The A&M Music bands chosen for Road Rash have a musical style and attitude very similar to the feel of EA's game," Breen explains. The game integrates video footage of the bands and several of their music videos. The band's footage is mixed with extensive motorcycle racing footage, adding real-world texture to the PlayStation product.

"Since there is such a strong cross over between videogame players and music fans it makes absolute sense that A&M and Electronic Arts would join forces to reach both audiences" Brad Pollak, a director of product development, A&M Records, explains.

The development of Road Rash for the PlayStation incorporated film-production techniques and integrated many Hollywood-style movie processes with innovative interactive technology. Electronic Arts' design team used a variety of art forms to create this un-real game world. They combined artist rendered, stylized graphics with blue screen photographs of real motorcycles, riders, and pedestrians for the ultimate in gritty realism. Wrapped around the gameplay are live action video sequences using professionally directed stunts, many filmed from on-board cameras and then integrated to complete this unique visual experience.

"The blending of these artistic techniques in conjunction with the ground-breaking graphical capabilities of the PlayStation system result in a level of visual sophistication unsurpassed by any other product," Breen said. "Professional effect editors, cinematographers and photographers joined forces with us to add real atmosphere and enhanced player involvement."

"The classic Road Rash game for the Sega Genesis proved to be the world's favorite motorcycle racing game," Breen said. "The synergy of sight and sound found in Road Rash creates a style and standard of presentation second to none."

Electronic Arts

1450 Fashion Island Blvd

San Mateo, CA 94404

415-571-7171

http://www.ea.com


O'Reilly Releases WebSite 1.1
O'REILLY & ASSOCIATES RELEASES WEBSITE 1.1

Upgrade Offers Increased Power, Ease of Use

Web Server Software Package Includes Popular HTML Editor, Easy Creation of Virtual Servers, and Web Printing

January 15, Sebastopol, CA -- O'Reilly & Associates announced today the release of their 1.1 upgrade to the award-winning WebSite, a 32-bit multi-threaded World Wide Web server for Windows NT and 95.

WebSite 1.1 includes several outstanding new features.

* HotDog Standard: the highly-rated HTML editor that supports text formatting, linkbuilding, tables, and forms. It contains an online tutorial covering its main features.

* Server Side Includes (SSI): enables the user to combine static and programmed documents on-the-fly, so common document components are easier to maintain.

* Virtual servers (also known as multihoming or creating multiple home pages): WebSite users can create literally hundreds of sites using only one copy of WebSite 1.1. O'Reilly does not charge additional license fees per site. The new graphical interface for creating virtual servers makes it easy for users to set multiple IP addresses, assign hostnames and URL prefixes, and keep track of each identity.

* WebFind: Users can create multiple indexes for their web. This new wizard lets the user specify Find options available to people searching the site.

* Common Gateway Interface (CGI): WebSite's well-known CGI, the best Web server programming tool for most Windows developers, now supports the Visual Basic 4 framework (CGI32.BAS) with sample applications. This significantly improves the speed and efficiency of working with spreadsheets, databases, and other programs.

* WebView: Users can now print a schematic view of their web contents and links, using the industry's first graphical display tool for webs.

* External imagemaps: WebSite 1.1 supports imagemaps built with other programs, as well as with WebSite's own imagemap tool.

* Expanded logging capabilities, support for HTML-2, -3, and Netscape extensions, server-push applications and the new Mosaic 2.1 Web browser.

* Significantly expanded, detailed 400-page book, "Building Your Own WebSite," with complete documentation of the new features.

* A fully-functional, 60-day downloadable demo will be available from WebSite Central (http://website.ora.com) soon.

CASE STUDY

Glenn Fincher has been a WebSite 1.0 user and beta tester for WebSite 1.1 in his position as Senior Support Engineer at Intergraph Corporation, a $1 billion company which is the world's largest software developer for Windows NT. Fincher uses WebSite to manage and maintain an internal site, the main source of company information on Intergraph's new products.

Fincher says he has used "every NT Web server ever announced. WebSite is the most robust across the board." Working with the new WebSite 1.1, Fincher especially likes the addition of SSI. "It gives me an easier ability to load appropriate HTML fields according to the browser the person is using. And in general, the performance has increased."

Fincher is working on back-end database applications, such as a message board application. He is impressed that "the new Windows CGI 1.3 [included with WebSite 1.1] makes it easier to do Windows CGI."

WEBSITE 1.0 AWARDS

Recent accolades for WebSite 1.0, in addition to the Dvorak award, include:

* Windows Magazine's Win 100, a list of the best software products

  of 1995.

* Windows NT Editor's Choice, September, 1995;

* Finalist, Excellence in Software Awards, On-Line category

  (Best Internet/On-line Product or Service), Software Publishers

  Association's 1996 (awards to be announced March 4, 1996).

UPGRADE PROGRAM

O'Reilly & Associates has announced a special upgrade program for current users. The list price of WebSite 1.1 is $499, the same price as WebSite 1.0.

For customers who purchased WebSite 1.0 before October 1:

* the upgrade price for WebSite 1.1 is $55 (shipping is free in U.S. only).

For customers who purchase and register as WebSite 1.0 users on or after October 1, 1995:

* the upgrade to WebSite 1.1 is free (shipping is free in U.S. only). Proof of purchase is required.

COMING SOON FROM O'REILLY SOFTWARE: WEBSITE PROFESSIONAL

WebSite Professional, shipping in Spring, 1996, includes all WebSite 1.1 features, along with the two major Web cryptographic security systems, Secure Hypertext Transfer Protocol (S-HTTP) and Secure Sockets Layer (SSL). This complete Web server security solution includes digital signatures and privacy for the exchange of payment information, personal identification, and intellectual property. WebSite Professional also includes a new WebSite Application Programming Interface (API) and other features.

The suggested list price for WebSite Professional is $1499.

O'Reilly & Associates

103A Morris St., Sebastopol, CA 95472

707/829-0515, Fax 707/829-0104, http://www.ora.com/


pcANYWHERE Offer via Operation Snow Storm
Symantec Announces Operation Snow Storm

Symantec's Delrina Group Provides Relief to Companies Affected by the Blizzard of the Century; Donates Copies of Remote Computing Software for Windows

LONG ISLAND, NEW YORK -- January 15, 1996 -- Symantec's Delrina Group, world leader in PC communications software, today announced Operation Snow Storm, a relief effort that will make 500 copies of its award-winning pcANYWHERE for Windows Remote computing software available to corporations free of charge to assist workers unable to reach their offices. With over 2 million active users, pcANYWHERE is the best-selling remote control and file transfer software and normally retails for $129-$149.

The pcANYWHERE for Windows Remote Control product allows users to work from home, using their home PC to access the office. Required to run the software is a PC equipped with either Microsoft's Windows 3.1 or Windows 95. "With the excessive amounts of snow we have experienced, it is becoming increasingly difficult to get to the office. This product enables workers to stay at home and work as if they were sitting at their desk," said Christopher Calisi, general manager of the Communications Business Unit.

The pcANYWHERE family of award winning remote computing software solutions are developed on Long Island. "The Long Island branch of Symantec+s, Delrina Group has a commitment to the community," said Calisi. "We are very concerned with the risks individuals are facing this winter, in light of the hazards of travel under such extreme conditions."

This software will allow employees to dial into their office PC. Once connected, the user can log into the network, access documents and remotely operate both DOS and Windows-based applications. In addition, pcANYWHERE further increases productivity by enabling users to remotely access devices on their PCs and networks, such as printers, CD-ROMs. "This enables people to remain productive from the comfort and safety of their own home," added Calisi.

To take advantage of this offer, companies simply need to contact Symantec directly at 1-800-511-4994. A small charge for shipping/handling will be applied and the product will be shipped via Federal Express 2nd Day Service. Limit five copies per company.

Symantec Corporation develops, markets and supports a complete line of application and system software products designed to enhance individual and workgroup productivity as well as manage networked computing environments. Platforms supported include IBM personal computers and compatibles, Apple Macintosh computers and all major network operating systems. Founded in 1982, the company has offices in the United States, Canada, Australia, Japan and throughout Europe. Information on the company and its products can be obtained by calling 1-800-441-7234 toll free or (541) 334-6054 or through the Internet at www.symantec.com.


MetaSolv PowerFrame Framework Library V3.0
MetaSolv Software Announces Release of PowerFrame Framework Library V3.0

New Quick Start Application Generator Easily Creates Skeleton Project and Decreases Developers' Learning Curve

DALLAS, January 15, 1996 -- MetaSolv Software, Inc., which develops and markets add-on tools for PowerBuilder, today announced PowerFrame Framework Library Version 3.0. The award-winning Framework Library combines power with exceptional ease of use to provide developers with an extensible class library of objects as well as an application framework.

New features within PowerFrame V3.0 include a Quick Start Application Generator. The Quick Start Generator creates a skeleton project PowerBuilder Library File complete with an application object, MDI frame, menus, *.ini files, and more. Also in V3.0, the Message Manager, which standardizes error and information messages, will handle multiple transaction errors and support several common DBMS errors. In addition, several new window classes and a Script Tracer function are provided.

PowerFrame V3.0 offers many benefits for the PowerBuilder developer team. The Object Library consists of over 100 objects and over 4000 man-hours of effort. "Developers consistently report their ability with PowerFrame to produce fully functional windows with 35% to 50% less effort then developing the same functionality without PowerFrame," said Dana Brown, product development manager, at MetaSolv.

PowerFrame provides a consistent user interface throughout an application by inheriting common window classes, window controls, user objects, menus and other common objects. Application maintenance is greatly simplified because changes can be made once in PowerFrame and then inherited throughout the entire application system.

Comprehensive hypertext Developer's Guide, accessible from within PowerBuilder provides convenient and efficient documentation on all objects. The Reference Manual provides information on installation procedures, PowerFrame's approach to development, and guidelines for customizing the Application Framework Library. A comprehensive Tutorial is also provided to give hands-on experience in using the objects to build an application.

PowerFrame Framework Library V3.0 is currently available from MetaSolv Software, for $395.00 per developer. The upgrade subscription from V2.5 is $95.00. Quantity discounts and Corporate licenses are available. MetaSolv Software, Inc. can be reached at 1-800-747-0791 or contact by WWW at http://www.metasolv.com.

MetaSolv Software, Inc., headquartered in Dallas, Texas was founded in 1992 to develop and market a new alternative to packaged software--reusable class libraries based on object-oriented, client/server development tools. MetaSolv Software is a leading Powersoft CODE partner. The company's first line of products, PowerFrame provides a suite of reusable class libraries, custom objects, and utilities for PowerBuilder developers. The PowerFrame suite has gained widespread market acceptance. MetaSolv's second product line is focused on the telecommunications market. ASAP, the cornerstone product, is designed specifically for the segment of the telecommunications industry providing Access Services. ASAP is a Windows-based client/server application that supports order processing, engineering, and billing tasks associated with the fulfillment of an Access Service Request.


AOL & Reebok Announce Online Music Awards
America Online and Reebok Announce The First Annual Online Music Awards

AOL's MusicSpace to Host The World's First Music Award Program in Cyberspace

Vienna, VA, January 17, 1996---- America Online and Reebok announced today that they will host the first ever Online Music Awards (OMA''s) where AOL's community of over 4.5 million members can vote for their favorite artists, releases, and music cybersites for 1996. The winners of the OMA's will be announced during an online events ceremony in AOL Live on February 5, 1996.

"Members of the music industry and music-lovers alike embraced online technology very early on--as a way to reach fans, other artists, and share industry information," said Ted Leonsis, President of AOL Services Company. "With the popularity and phenomenal growth of online services it is fitting that AOL should have it's own music awards specific to this new medium."

Beginning January 15, AOL members may make nominations for 51 categories including "Reebok Activist Award," "Best (Music) Cybersite," and "Most Active Artist Online." The Reebok Artist Activist Award will be given to the musical artist that AOL members consider to have made the biggest contribution to environmental and/or humanitarian causes during the last year. The Final Nominees will be announced on January 23. America Online members may cast their final vote January 23-29. Winner's will receive a 1996 OMA commemorative award when they are announced during the online ceremony on February 5. AOL members can find more information, nominate artists and vote online by using Keyword: OMA.

America Online members who participate in the OMA's by submitting a ballot will automatically be eligible to win a "Wild Hair Weekend" courtesy of RPMC Travel Services and AOL. The "Wild Hair Weekend" includes: airfare, hotel, transportation, dinner and concert tickets to see an artist of their choice perform in one of 6 major cities within the continental U.S.

MusicSpace on AOL is an innovative and comprehensive music channel which offers multimedia and information files on a variety of musical genres from Alternative to Country, Pop, Rock, and R&B. Launched in June 1995, MusicSpace leads the way for music online with interactive content, multimedia effects, message boards, and World Wide Web links. SpinOnline, MTV, VH1, Warner Bros. Records, Virgin Records America, and the House of Blues round out MusicSpace with unique contributions programmed exclusively for the new online medium.

Reebock, an industry leader, was one of the the first in the athletic/footwear industry to establish a site on the Internet. The Reebock site has been on the World Wide Web since December 1994. Computers users worldwide can find sports, fitness and human rights information on the Reebock site at http://planetreebok.com.

America Online, Inc., (NASDAQ symbol: AMER), based in Vienna, Va., is the largest and fastest growing provider of online services in the world with the most active subscriber base. AOL offers its subscribers a wide variety of services including electronic mail, conferencing, software, computing support, interactive magazines and newspapers and online classes, as well as easy and affordable access to services of the Internet. AOL has a global workforce consisting of more than 3,500 people. Founded in 1985, AOL has established strategic alliances with dozens of companies, including Capital Cities/ABC, Viacom, Bertelsmann, Hachette, IBM, Compaq and American Express. Personal computer owners can obtain America Online software at major retailers and bookstores, or by calling 800-827-6364.


Softimage 3D for Windows NT on Alpha Workstn
DIGITAL AND MICROSOFT SOFTIMAGE TEAM TO OFFER UNPRECEDENTED PRICE/PERFORMANCE FOR HIGH-END 3-D WINDOWS NT ANIMATION SOFTWARE

Softimage 3D for Windows NT on Alpha Workstations provides record breaking performance at only half the previous system cost

MAYNARD, Mass., January 16, 1996 -- Digital Equipment Corporation today announced that Microsoft's award-winning three dimensional modeling and animation software, Softimage 3D, is now available for the Windows NT operating system running on Alpha workstations. This combination of hardware and software provides the same production- proven 3-D animation environment previously available only on UNIX- based workstations from Silicon Graphics, and at approximately half the system cost.

Softimage 3D for Windows NT, announced today by Microsoft, is available now on the Alpha XL 266 Personal Workstation and the AlphaStation 600 Model 5/266. Digital is one of three system vendors chosen to partner with Microsoft on this offering, and the only one offering the record breaking speed of Alpha microprocessors. In recently conducted rendering tests, Digital's AlphaStation 600 Model 5/266 running Softimage 3D outperformed the Silicon Graphics Indigo II Extreme workstation by a factor of 1.5.

"Digital's Alpha hardware and the Windows NT operating system are combining once again to expand the marketplace by bringing leadership technology to unheard of price/performance points", said Lucia Quinn, vice president for Digital's Windows NT Business Segment. "We've lowered the cost of entry by offering economically priced hardware running powerful applications that provide the kind of no compromise performance that has previously been available only on high priced UNIX workstations."

Both the Alpha XL 266 and the AlphaStation 600 5/266 come fully bundled with Softimage 3D for Windows NT, 20" multisynch color monitor, ZLP-L1 3D high-end OpenGL graphics, 2 GB disk, and a choice of 64MB or 128MB of memory. Pricing ranges from $17,995 for the Alpha XL 266 with 64MB to $27,995 for the AlphaStation 600 5/266 with 128MB of memory.

Digital Equipment Corporation is the world's leader in open client/server solutions from personal computing to integrated worldwide information systems. Digital's scalable Intel and Alpha platforms, storage, networking, software and services, together with industry-focused solutions from business partners, help organizations compete and win in today's global marketplace.


Quarterdeck Mac Internet/Intranet Strategy
QUARTERDECK ANNOUNCES STRATEGY FOR EXTENDING LEADERSHIP IN THE MACINTOSH INTERNET AND INTRANET SOFTWARE MARKET

Combined Quarterdeck and StarNine Product Lines Make a Complete, Cross-Platform Solution

MARINA DEL REY, Calif., January 8, 1996 -- Quarterdeck Corp (Nasdaq: QDEK) will announce at Macworld this week in San Francisco that StarNine Technologies' award-winning WebSTAR Web server products for Macintosh will form the foundation of Quarterdeck's overall strategy for leading the desktop Internet/Intranet software market. This strategy is focused on providing tools to create customized Web environments for both internal users on internal LANs as well as customers across the Internet.

Quarterdeck also previewed new products for the Macintosh, including the WebSTAR Commerce Toolkit, a customizable engine for conducting commerce over the Web, Global Stage Chat Server software, an IRC chat server for Macintosh, and a new version of Quarterdeck Mail. In addition, the company announced it will begin bundling Adobe PageMill with WebSTAR (see attached backgrounder) as well as ports of Quarterdeck Mosaic and Global Chat IRC client software for Macintosh.

"Our acquisition of StarNine in September catapulted Quarterdeck to the market-leader position for Macintosh server software and the overall Web server market," said Gaston Bastiaens, President and CEO of Quarterdeck. "We fully intend to build on StarNine's legacy to bring to market the next generation of electronic publishing and collaboration tools for both the Internet and cross-platform Intranets. The breadth and depth of our products, on both Macintosh and PC, give us the market strength we need to succeed with this ambitious plan."

Quarterdeck also previewed the upcoming feature release of Quarterdeck Mail bearing its new name and several new features in the client software, including better support for Internet mail conventions. Originallly acquired from Microsoft by StarNine and breifly renamed to StarNine Mail in the fall of 1995, the product formerly known as Microsoft Mail for AppleTalk Networks will now be marketed as Quarterdeck Mail. Among the new features in the Mail client are support for the Internet Config extension, support for Internet-style replies, and signatures for control-clickable URLs within a mail message. Quarterdeck Mail 3.6 is expected to ship by the end of this quarter with pricing to be announced when it ships.

The Macintosh version of Global Stage Chat, an Internet Relay Chat server, rounds out Quarterdeck's line of collaborative products for the Intranet and the Internet. Global Stage Chat works seamlessly with Quarterdeck Mail and Quarterdeck Mosaic, making real-time chat an integral feature in both electronic mail and Web environments. Quarterdeck's Global Chat IRC client for Macintosh is available free of charge from http://www.quarterdeck.com/. The Global Stage Chat client will be bundled at no additional charge with WebSTAR and other Quarterdeck products for Macintosh. The Global Stage Chat Server is expected to ship by the end of this quarter with pricing to be announced when it ships. Quarterdeck Mosaic for Macintosh will be bundled with WebSTAR and is also available free of charge at http://www.starenine.com/.

StarNine's product line, now marketed as Quarterdeck products for the Macintosh includes:

* WebSTAR, the most widely-used Web server on the Internet

* ListSTAR, a powerful Internet Mailing list manager

* Quarterdeck Mail, the newly renamed StarNine Mail, formerly

  Microsoft Mail for AppleTalk Networks

* Mail*Link Internet e-mail gateways

About Quarterdeck

Quarterdeck Corporation is a pioneer in the development of software products in four strategic business areas: Utilities, Internet Applications, Internet Services, and Telecommunications and Collaborative Computing. The company has led the industry in bringing utilities solutions to the Windows and DOS environments with its award-winning QEMM memory management software. The company also recently shipped three Windows 95 products: MagnaRam 2.0, CleanSweep 95, and WinProbe 4.0 and the first product in the Telecommunications and Collaborative Computing area, WebTalk.

The company also offers an entire line of powerful, next-generation Internet tools for corporate, small business and individual users, including WebCompass, which was awarded Best of Show by the editors of BYTE magazine at fall Comdex, as well as Quarterdeck Mosaic, InternetSuite, WebStar, WebAuthor, Quarterdeck IWare Connect, and IWare InternetSuite for Novell Netware.

Quarterdeck's StarNine Technologies division is the leading developer of Internet server software and email connectivity products for the Macintosh. WebSTAR (formerly MacHTTP) Web server software is the most widely used Web server on the Internet. StarNine Technologies, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Quarterdeck Corporation based in Berkeley, Calif. StarNine can be reached by calling (510) 649-4949 or by sending email to info@starnine.com or via the Web at http://www.starnine.com/. Quarterdeck Corporation's address is 13160 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey, CA 90292. The Dublin, Ireland office serves as its European headquarters, with offices in England, France, Germany, and Australia. Further product availability and pricing information can be obtained by calling (310) 309-3700, by accessing Quarterdeck's Internet Web site at http://www.quarterdeck.com/, or by sending a mail request to info@quarterdeck.com.


Quarterdeck Demos WebTalk for Mac
QUARTERDECK DEMONSTRATES WEBTALK FOR THE MACINTOSH MARKETPLACE AT MACWORLD

WebTalk Offers the Most Powerful Full Duplex Voice Chat System for Internet Users

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., January 10, 1996 -- AT MACWORLD -- Quarterdeck Corp. (Nasdaq: QDEK) demonstrated at Macworld today a Macintosh version of WebTalk, Quarterdeck's full duplex, real-time Internet voice chat system. WebTalk for the Macintosh broadens Quarterdeck's family of Internet solutions for the Mac market while further leveraging the company's innovative technology that enables Mac users to conduct real-time, two-way conversations over the Internet. WebTalk's unique interface lets users put their e-mail and home page addresses in their online profile, which allows WebTalk users to send them e-mail or connect to their home page with the click of a button. WebTalk also comes with a phone book for storing user names of frequently called parties.

"WebTalk is a powerful tool for Internet communication, something Macintosh users have been waiting for. Quarterdeck is committed to bringing its innovative Internet solutions to all platforms," said Gaston Bastiaens, President and CEO of Quarterdeck. "Our relationship with Intelligence at Large, Inc. has enabled Quarterdeck to bring this level of sophistication quickly to the Mac marketplace."

WebTalk for Macintosh, which includes Quarterdeck Mosaic for Macintosh, also works with other Mac browsers to tightly integrate the Web, voice and text chat, and e-mail. WebTalk was co-developed by Quarterdeck and key partners Intelligence At Large and Lernout & Hauspie Speech Products. WebTalk features user-controllable compression/decompression software, called Codec, that allows users to reduce the voice compression as needed to compensate for poor connections. The adjustable compression rates of Codec will help improve voice clarity in case of line noise or data loss over the Internet.

"We think WebTalk is an innovative yet simple-to-use tool for collaborative computing. With the release of a Macintosh product, users will be able to work together regardless of the system they use," said Cartwright Reed, President and CEO of Intelligence at Large. "Quarterdeck did a superb job of putting together the best technology available from outside sources for WebTalk, and we're happy to have been a part of that collaboration."

Quarterdeck expects to ship WebTalk for the Macintosh in the coming months. It requires System 7.5.1 or higher, running on any full-duplex Macintosh or Power Macintosh and a 14.4K modem. Price and further product details will be announced when the product ships.

About Intelligence at Large

The mission of Intelligence at Large, Inc. is to develop and market cross-platform software tools that allow you to "be there," wherever there is, with off-the-shelf multimedia PCs and the Internet. Founded in 1991, Intelligence at Large is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Quarterdeck is a minority investor in Intelligence at Large.

About Quarterdeck

Quarterdeck Corporation is a pioneer in the development of software products in four strategic business areas: Utilities, Internet Applications, Internet Services, and Telecommunications and Collaborative Computing. The company has led the industry in bringing utilities solutions to the Windows and DOS environments with its award-winning QEMM memory management software. The company also recently shipped three Windows 95 products: MagnaRAM 2.0, CleanSweep 95, and WINProbe 4.0 and the first product in the Telecommunications and Collaborative Computing area, WebTalk.

The company also offers an entire line of powerful, next-generation Internet tools for corporate, small business and individual users, including WebCompass, which was awarded Best of Show by the editors of BYTE magazine at fall Comdex, as well as Quarterdeck Mosaic, InternetSuite, WebSTAR, WebAuthor, Quarterdeck IWare Connect, and IWare InternetSuite for Novell Netware.

Quarterdeck's StarNine Technologies is the leading developer of Internet server software and email connectivity products for the Macintosh. WebSTAR (formerly MacHTTP) Web server software is the most widely used Web server on the Internet. StarNine Technologies, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Quarterdeck Corporation based in Berkeley, Calif. StarNine can be reached by calling (510) 649-4949 or by sending email to info@starnine.com or via the Web at <URL:http://www.starnine.com/>. Quarterdeck Corporation's address is 13160 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey, CA 90292. The Dublin, Ireland office serves as its European headquarters, with offices in England, France, Germany, and Australia. Further product availability and pricing information can be obtained by calling (310) 309-3700, by accessing Quarterdeck's Internet Web site at http://www.quarterdeck.com/, or by sending a mail request to info@quarterdeck.com.


Quarterdeck WebStar Commerce Toolkit Preview
QUARTERDECK TO PREVIEW WEBSTAR COMMERCE TOOLKIT AT MACWORLD EXPO

Toolkit Provides Flexible and Easy-to-Use Commercial Solution for Secure Transactions

MARINA DEL REY, Calif., January 8, 1996 -- Quarterdeck Corp (Nasdaq: QDEK) will preview it's forthcoming WebSTAR Commerce Toolkit based on the company's revolutionary Open Payment Framework (OPF) at Macworld in San Francisco this week. The WebSTAR Commerce Toolkit is designed to make it easy for Webmasters to support commercial transactions using the Macintosh version of WebSTAR. The product will ship with a robust CGI application based on OPF which allows the Webmaster to use any of the currently supported payment systems or easily modify the server to support new Internet payment systems as they become available.

Out of the box, the Toolkit supports the First Virtual Payment System, Tellan Software's MacAuthorize credit-card processing system, ListSTAR (for Email-based order processing), as well as any AppleScriptable database or accounting application. In addition, the Toolkit comes with the Commerce Builder application which lets Webmasters design transactions based on HTML forms using a point and click interface. Used in conjunction with the WebSTAR SSL Security Toolkit, the WebSTAR Commerce Toolkit customers will be able to provide secure and automated commercial transactions.

"There's a huge struggle in the Internet community over the future of electronic commerce on the net, but Webmasters can't wait to start marketing goods and services from their sites TODAY," commented David Thompson, senior product manager for WebSTAR at Quarterdeck. "The WebSTAR Commerce Toolkit offers maximum flexibility so you can begin making money with your site today without being tied to a particular net payment scheme that's obsolete tomorrow."

About Quarterdeck

Quarterdeck Corporation is a pioneer in the development of software products in four strategic business areas: Utilities, Internet Applications, Internet Services, and Telecommunications and Collaborative Computing. The company has led the industry in bringing utilities solutions to the Windows and DOS environments with its award-winning QEMM memory management software. The company also recently shipped three Windows 95 products: MagnaRam 2.0, CleanSweep 95, and WinProbe 4.0 and the first product in the Telecommunications and Collaborative Computing area, WebTalk.

The company also offers an entire line of powerful, next-generation Internet tools for corporate, small business and individual users, including WebCompass, which was awarded Best of Show by the editors of BYTE magazine at fall Comdex, as well as Quarterdeck Mosaic, InternetSuite, WebStar, WebAuthor, Quarterdeck IWare Connect, and IWare InternetSuite for Novell Netware.

Quarterdeck's StarNine Technologies division is the leading developer of Internet server software and email connectivity products for the Macintosh. WebSTAR (formerly MacHTTP) Web server software is the most widely used Web server on the Internet. StarNine Technologies, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Quarterdeck Corporation based in Berkeley, Calif. StarNine can be reached by calling (510) 649-4949 or by sending email to info@starnine.com or via the Web at <URL:http://www.starnine.com/>. Quarterdeck Corporation's address is 13160 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey, CA 90292. The Dublin, Ireland office serves as its European headquarters, with offices in England, France, Germany, and Australia. Further product availability and pricing information can be obtained by calling (310) 309-3700, by accessing Quarterdeck's Internet Web site at http://www.quarterdeck.com/, or by sending a mail request to info@quarterdeck.com.


Telephone Response Technologies Update
TRT WINS 1995 PRODUCT OF THE YEAR AWARD

TRT recently announced that its VP Express product line won a 1995 Product of the Year award from Computer Telephony Magazine. Targeting computer resellers and OEMs, VP Express applications are Windows-based, ready-to-install, and include the VoiceMail, Fax-on-Demand, and Fax Broadcaster modules. The December 1995 issue of CT Magazine recognized VP Express for its ease of use, simple Windows install, and its Visual Basic modification kit, enabling VARs to make rapid changes.

"ASK DR. CT" COLUMN NOW RUNNING IN CT MAGAZINE

Got a CT question? Need information? Check out the December and January issues of Computer Telephony Magazine for a look at the Ask Dr. CT column. TRT's President Chris Bajorek, masquerading as Dr. CT, doesn't do house calls, but he's willing to tackle your questions on computer telephony, interactive voice response, voice mail, fax-on-demand, and more. By the way, the column's Q&A series is also posted on the TRT home page. Enjoy!

VP EXPRESS SCREENCAM DEMO, WHITE PAPER NOW AVAILABLE

For an up-close look at VP Express, check out the new multimedia Screencam demo. It takes you on a narrated tour of the powerful VP Express Manager, the main control program for the product, giving you a first-hand look at screens and features from each module. Demo copies are available directly from TRT.

For a more detailed view, ask for a copy of the VP Express White Paper. In it, the power, flexibility, and open architecture are explored along with descriptions of various screens. An online version can be viewed or downloaded from the TRT home page.

  Telephone Response Technologies, Inc.

  1-800-878-3947

  Visit TRT's home page at   http://www.trt.com


Utah Tech Watch, 1/13/96
UTAH TECH WATCH - - by David Politis - - 1/13-15/96 Edition

Less than a year after purchasing the Politis Family PC, it was time to upgrade the beast.

Knowing what software titles had made it onto the PCS at the office, the idea last Spring of a home PC with a 420MB hard drive seemed like oodles of space to me.

Boy, did I have a lot to learn.

Memory hogs

Turns out that my wife, unbeknownst to me at the time of our PC purchase, is a "game-aholic."

Soon programs such as Under a Killing Moon, Myst, 7th Guest, and King's Quest 5, 6 and 7 each ended up "loaded" onto our machine. And those were just her games. And they each required a few megabytes of space on the hard drive.

That doesn't count the several Clip Art programs she acquired to create special cards, letters or appliques.

For the kids there were titles such as Oregon Trail, Read with Me/Write with Me, Memphis Math, Grandma and Me, Aladdin, and others.

The bottom line is, by this Fall, we were running out of space on the hard drive.

I had long ago given up any chance of any real time on the home PC, so I had purchased a new laptop to truck around with me when work at home beckoned. As a result, I knew the memory problems were not my fault.

Even after spending several days over the holidays deleting unwanted programs and old "temporary" files (.tmp's), there still were only 10MB of free space on the machine.

My adventurous wife

So it was last week that Allisha decided to purchase a new one gigabyte hard drive.

She took the PC apart, determined if we had enough space for an additional drive (not just a replacement one), and the type of connector required.

And she did it all.

She bought the hard drive off the shelf at a local computer store, installed it and got the upgraded PC up and running again.

Unfortunately, it took three days to get all the kinks worked out.

More specifically, she spent several hours out of a three-day period on the phone with the customer support departments of AT&T/GIS, Novell, and Western Digital, as well as three configuration attempts, trying to figure out why PerfectOffice was installing totally corrupted files and directories.

Turns out the Photo CD screen saver that is installed at setup on our AT&T machine was "doing its job" and looking for its CD in the CD-ROM drive after several minutes of keyboard and mouse inactivity. Unfortunately, it wasn't there but the PerfectOffice CD was, doing its job installing itself on our new hard drive.

Obviously, there was a major conflict, which was simply remedied by uninstalling the Photo CD screen saver.

And you know what? Allisha did it all herself.

Not because I made her, because I didn't. Not because I hate such stuff, although I do.

She did it because she wanted to and because she figured that she could do it. And she did.

Me, I would have paid the local retailer the extra $80 to have done it for us. But that's me.

Home PC minimums

If you've got kids, or a lurking game-aholic, plan on using up a lot more hard drive space than you would ever dream of if you are buying a new home PC.

At a bare minimum, that means at least a one gigabyte (1GB) drive.

Next you'll want nothing slower than a 4X speed CD-ROM drive. They're so plentiful today, they're almost standard.

As far as RAM is concerned, 16MB is the absolute minimum, particularly if you're going to use Windows95. (My condolences, in advance if you are, but that's another column.)

You'll also want a 15-inch, non-interlaced color monitor, which will cost a bit more but will save your eyesight in the long run.

Assuming you'll want to surf the Internet, upgrade to a 28.8kbps modem if it isn't standard on the PC you're considering.

And finally, don't buy anything slower than a 100MHz Pentium. Anything less, and you won't be satisfied.

One last thing. Allisha says get a Canon Ink Jet color printer.

We've got the 600e and it prints everything from school reports and party invitations to t-shirts and needlepoint patterns.

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A marketing communications consultant that specializes in high-tech and health care clients, David Politis welcomes column ideas at 801-569-2592 or via the Internet at dpolitis@altatech.com.


Xceed Zip Compression Library V2.0 Released
XCEED RELEASES V2.0 OF XCEED ZIP COMPRESSION LIBRARY

LONGUEUIL, QC, JANUARY 11, 1996 - XCEED is proud to announce the release of Version 2.0 of the Xceed Zip Compression Library for Borland Delphi and Microsoft Visual Basic.

FULL FEATURED ZIP COMPRESSION LIBRARY

Used by software developers worldwide, Xceed's popular Xceed Zip Compression Library allows applications to read and write the latest industry standard Zip files, including those made by PKZip 2.04g. Applications that use the Xceed Zip Compression Library have access to over 35 compression and decompression functions, including creating Zip files that span multiple disks. Its abilities are well suited for many tasks, including backing up data files, gathering files for data-transmission purposes, searching for and extracting individual files and even recursive compression of directory structures.

RAPID APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT

With the Xceed Zip Compression Library, programmers can easily integrate data-compression technology with today's Windows applications in no time. The library comes with support for both Visual Basic and Delphi. Visual Basic users are provided with a VBX control that they add to their toolbox. Delphi programmers get a 100% native Visual Component for their component palette. These controls provide all the properties, methods and events programmers need in order to accomplish their data-compression tasks. The library makes use of Xceed's two fast and compact DLLs that perform the compression and the decompression.

INTERACTIVE OR AUTOMATIC

The most interactive compression library available today, Xceed Zip steps beyond providing the features and functionality needed and expected from a compression toolkit. Xceed Zip gives Windows applications the real-time knowledge and control they need in order to be truly interactive. Applications receive detailed information about the current compression activity, and can be consulted by the library when choices need to be made. In turn, applications can use their own interface to consult the end-user, or fully automate the process.

FULLY FUNCTIONAL FREE TRIAL VERSION

The Xceed Zip Compression Library V2.0 and a free trial version are available today. The free trial version is available on the web at WWW.XCEEDSOFT.COM, and can also be obtained by FTP at ftp.xceedsoft.com in the /pub directory under the filename xceedzip.zip, or on CompuServe in the Delphi and MSBasic forums. The free trial version includes everything a developer needs in order to get started right away. It comes with the complete online documentation, packed with examples, that fully integrates into the help system. It also comes with a splendid sample application with fully commented source codes for both Visual Basic and Delphi. Try Xceed's free trial version and find out why well known software providers are switching over to Xceed Zip!

Xceed is devoted to the development and support of their product and is determined to pursue its evolution. And for that matter, watch out for their 32-bit version, coming soon.

XCEED SOFTWARE INC.

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Longueuil, Quebec

Canada J4H 1Y7

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InterZine Launches iSKI on AOL
INTERZINE PRODUCTIONS LAUNCHES iSKI ON AMERICA ONLINE

A New Site for Skiing Enthusiasts Brings Top Resorts Online and Lets AOL Members Participate in the Nation's Leading Winter Sport

Vienna, VA, January 17, 1996 - America Online, Inc. and InterZine Productions today announced the launch of "iSKI" - a unique interactive area that brings the fun and excitement of skiing online. InterZine Productions, developer of the award-winning AOL and Internet golf area iGOLF, is a successful new business grown in The AOL Greenhouse. iSKI is available on America Online at Keyword: iSKI.

iSKI is dedicated to building an online community of skiers where everyone from first-timers to extreme skiers can share their experiences and insights. In addition to information on snow conditions, lodging, ski equipment deals and hot new trends, iSKI's "SnoMads" feature will have iSKI staff members and AOL members providing the online skiing industry's first real-time ski reports and interviews. SnoMads ski the mountains, photograph the sites, and chronicle their experiences on and off the slopes using laptop computers and digital cameras. iSKI is on the lookout to recruit regional SnoMad guides from among AOL members across the country. Information on how to become an iSKI SnoMad is available online at keyword: iSKI

"InterZine is programming content specifically for the online medium," said Daniel Krifcher, Vice President of America Online and General Manager of The AOL Greenhouse. "The success of InterZine's iGOLF reflects the interactivity and dynamics that define online entertainment and differentiate this as a unique form of communication. We expect iSKI to become a significant source of ski information, as highly regarded among skiers as iGOLF is among golfers."

iSKI, led by Neil Stebbins - former editor and publisher of POWDER Magazine - has brought together a group of the ski industry's top writers to provide the most creative, original skiing information available online. Contributing writers include: Andy Slough, Paul Hochman, Susan Kay, Tina Cole, Michael Beaudry, Chris Noble and many others.

"iSKI helps people get to know skiing from a local perspective," said Neil Stebbins, iSKI's Creative Director. "For the first time, people who are planning a trip can feel like they are actually at the mountain, sharing the sensations and excitement of a good run, and socializing with skiers from around the world. And through iSKI, some of the country's most passionate skiers will have the opportunity to become SnoMads, our online ski guides. "

iSKI marks the first of several planned online/Internet sites from InterZine. InterZine will be launching a separate site devoted exclusively to snowboarding later this month.

InterZine Productions, founded in 1994 by new media entrepreneur Brian Henley, brings together top editorial and technical talent to create unique products developed exclusively for the interactive medium. InterZine was one of the first companies to partner with America Online through The AOL Greenhouse and is backed by three top venture capital firms: Massey Burch, Draper-Fisher Associates and Trans National Ventures. InterZine's first product - iGOLF, can be found via keyword: iGOLF on AOL and at http://www.igolf.com.

The AOL Greenhouse provides InterZine Productions with online production support including full utilization of AOL's publishing tools, Internet publishing support, seed equity funding, marketing resources, online promotion and an audience of 4.5 million America Online subscribers. Partners in The AOL Greenhouse are given the opportunity to team with interactive marketing partners to assist in the development of new revenue streams.

America Online, Inc., (NASDAQ symbol: AMER), based in Vienna, VA is the largest and fastest growing provider of online services in the world with the most active subscriber base. AOL offers its subscribers a wide variety of services, including electronic mail, conferencing, software, computing support, interactive magazines and newspapers and online classes, as well as easy and affordable access to services of the Internet. AOL has a global workforce consisting of more than 3,000 people. Founded in 1985, AOL has established strategic alliances with dozens of companies, including Capital Cities/ABC, Viacom, Bertelsmann, Hachette, IBM, Compaq and American Express. Personal computer owners can obtain America Online software at major retailers and bookstores, or by calling 800-827-6364.


New Home Improvement Forum on AOL
AMERICA ONLINE BREAKS GROUND WITH NEW HOME IMPROVEMENT FORUM

"HouseNet" Offers First Interactive Seminars for Do-It-Yourselfers

Vienna, VA, January 17, 1996 - America Online, Inc. today announced HouseNet, the first home improvement service to leverage the interactivity of the online medium to provide "Night School" classes for America's rapidly growing number of do-it-yourselfers. Hosted by home improvement gurus Gene and Katie Hamilton, HouseNet offers time and money saving instruction on everything from hanging wallpaper to building a deck, as well as access to valuable research, hot remodeling news and advice forums from leading professionals. HouseNet is a service of The AOL Greenhousex, a business unit of America Online designed to support "infopreneurs" in the creation of groundbreaking interactive content developed exclusively for the online medium. HouseNet is available on America Online at Keyword: HouseNet.

"The AOL Greenhouse is about programming unique content to offer meaningful knowledge, experience, and interactivity for our vast community of members," said Ted Leonsis, President, America Online Services Company. "HouseNet has incredible community appeal for the weekend do-it-yourselfer as well as the home renovation expert. Its 24-hour accessibility and interactivity enable members to get tips and advice when they most need it - any minute of the day, any day of the week."

The Hamiltons bring 15 years of home improvement expertise including the remodeling of 14 houses, as well as writing and publishing 10 books and hundreds of magazine articles, including their syndicated column, "Do It Yourself or Not?" The Hamiltons created and launched the first home improvement bulletin board on the World Wide Web four years ago from their Maryland home.

"Working with The AOL Greenhouse let us move HouseNet onto America Online's rapidly growing service, expanding our audience reach to more than 4.5 million and leveraging the capabilities of a more graphical and interactive environment," said Katie Hamilton, co-founder of HouseNet.

HouseNet's other co-founder continued, "AOL's 'live' interaction capabilities let us develop the first Night School for do-it-your-selfers and be among the first in our industry to deliver real-time connection between home improvement enthusiasts and professionals."

Night School

The HouseNet Night School opens the doors of its virtual classroom in January. A few of the first classes include "Choosing and Installing Door Locks" with instructor Bill Phillips, a security expert and "Wallpapering 101" and "Painting for Beginners" which are taught by the Hamiltons. Members "graduate" with a knowledge of a wide variety of home skills, from common repairs to advanced remodeling projects. To complete the learning experience, HouseNet offers a downloadable curriculum and other supplemental materials and is available to members at no additional cost.

Other highlights of the program include:

Home Improvement Library - Members research topics from "A" (Attic conversion) to "Z" (Zoning laws.) Renowned columnists include, Harry Wicks, former editor of Popular Mechanics and Woman's Day, Jim Dulley, editor of "Cut Your Utility Bills" and Gary Branson, former contractor and editor to The Family Handyman.

Ask the Experts - Members can interact with skilled tradesmen and specialists when seeking professional advice on a project.

House Proud Message Area - Members exchange remodeling triumphs and tribulations.

SourceBook - A database of manufacturers, services and associations gives members product innovation and remodeling news.

How-To TV - Members learn what's showing on their favorite home improvement TV programs through online listings.

Tips Database - Access this database of categorized tips on completing a job or making a repair.

Message Boards - Based on the Hamiltons' highly successful bulletin board, this forum invites members to ask questions and give advice to other AOL members.

Prize Giveaways - Lucky members win such prizes as an electric snow thrower, a mulching lawnmower or power tools.

The AOL Greenhouse provides HouseNet with online production support including full utilization of AOL's publishing tools, Internet publishing support, seed equity funding, marketing resources, online promotion, and an audience of more than 4.5 million America Online subscribers. Partners in The AOL Greenhouse are given the opportunity to team with interactive marketing partners to assist in the development of new revenue streams.

America Online, Inc., (NASDAQ symbol: AMER), based in Vienna, VA is the largest and fastest growing provider of online services in the world with the most active subscriber base. AOL offers its subscribers a wide variety of services, including electronic mail, conferencing, software, computing support, interactive magazines and newspapers and online classes, as well as easy and affordable access to services of the Internet. AOL has a global workforce consisting of more than 3,000 people. Founded in 1985, AOL has established strategic alliances with dozens of companies, including Capital Cities/ABC, Viacom, Bertelsmann, Hachette, IBM, Compaq and American Express. Personal computer owners can obtain America Online software at major retailers and bookstores, or by calling 800-827-6364.


Internet Yellow Pages, 3rd Edition
THIRD EDITION OF HARLEY HAHN'S BEST-SELLING INTERNET YELLOW PAGES NOW AVAILABLE

Most Highly Sought-After Internet Book on the Market with Nearly 1 Million Copies in Print

Berkeley, CA, January 4, 1996--Osborne/McGraw-Hill today announces the availability of The Internet Yellow Pages, Third Edition, the newest addition in the Harley Hahn series of books. First published in 1994, The Internet Yellow Pages has become the best-selling Internet book in the nation with nearly 1 million copies in print. This new edition retains the same original Harley Hahn trademark style-offbeat humor, witty and engaging style, and easy-to-reference alphabetical format-making it the most popular way to find information on the Internet.

Harley Hahn has again updated the best-selling and original Internet Yellow Pages to cover what he thinks are the best and most popular sites on the Internet. "Anyone using the Internet can access an electronic directory," stated Harley Hahn. "I've taken that same information and narrowed it down to include only those sights that are fun and useful, guiding users to other related information and not down dead-end roads."

"It has always been Osborne's goal to develop a fun and user-friendly guide including only the best and most interesting sites on the Net," said Scott Rogers, Osborne/McGraw-Hill's executive editor. "And with the plethora of new Internet sites being added daily, Hahn's challenge is to distill it all into an entertaining and engaging resource providing direction to just about anything imaginable, and even the unimaginable, on the Net."

Offering much more than mere listings of categories and Internet addresses, The Internet Yellow Pages, Third Edition is Harley Hahn's annotated guide to the Internet. Hahn provides information about each topic listed, hints about what to expect when accessing sites, and zany "advertisements" highlighting interesting resources that might otherwise be overlooked. Because of its fun and well-known style, The Internet Yellow Pages has become an indispensable directory for anyone accessing the Internet, and for those with a sense of humor, to locate their favorite information from around the world.

This new edition includes art, games, jobs, humor, movies, pets, religion, sexuality, and even lists "Harley Hahn's List of 25 Things to Do When You Should Be Working" for those people who need a little nudge toward rebellion.

The Internet Yellow Pages, Third Edition is soft cover, 912 pages, and has illustrations throughout. Suggested retail price: $29.95 U.S. ISBN: 0-07-882182-7. For orders only, phone (800) 227-0900, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Pacific Time.

Harley Hahn is an internationally recognized writer, analyst, and consultant. He is the author of fourteen books, including the best-selling Internet Complete Reference and The Internet Yellow Pages, and the highly regarded Assembler Inside & Out. His UNIX books include The UNIX Companion, A Student's Guide to UNIX, and Peter Norton's Guide to UNIX. All of Hahn's books are written to work well together, and many are used as classroom textbooks. He has degrees from the University of Waterloo, Canada and the University of California at San Diego. His favorite pajamas are green, and he enjoys writing computer books, because "I get to sleep in and tell people what to do."

The Internet Yellow Pages will soon be joined by two new specialized editions, The Internet Health, Fitness and Medicine Yellow Pages, Special Edition by Matthew Naythons, MD, with Anthony Catsimatides; and The Internet Science, Research and Technology Yellow Pages, Special Edition by Rick Stout and Morgan Davis.

Osborne/McGraw-Hill, headquartered in Berkeley, California, is a leading publisher of books about computers, software, and technology for people at all levels of computer and software proficiency. While all Osborne/McGraw-Hill books offer specific and timely information, selected books also include disks or CD-ROMs containing valuable software directly related to the text. Known for its best-selling Internet Yellow Pages as well as its Made Easy and Complete Reference books, Osborne/McGraw-Hill has established strategic publishing relationships with Oracle Corporation, Corel Corporation, Stream International Inc. (formerly Corporate Software, Inc.), Rocket Science Games, Inc., and several well-known McGraw-Hill magazines including LAN Times, and BYTE. A division of The McGraw-Hill Companies, Osborne/McGraw-Hill is targeting consumer support, emerging technologies, and innovative applications for future computer books.

Osborne/McGraw-Hill, 2600 Tenth St, Berkeley, CA 94710

510-549-6600,  Fax: 510-549-6603,   orders: 800-227-0900


Artisoft Shipping LANtastic for Windows 95
ARTISOFT NOW SHIPPING LANTASTIC FOR WINDOWS 95

(TUCSON, AZ-January 3, 1996)-Artisoft, Inc. announced today that it is now shipping the LANtastic for Windows 95 network operating system, a 32-bit client and server version of the award-winning LANtastic network operating system. The new software allows users to easily integrate the power and performance of Windows 95 PCs into existing LANtastic networks, forming a single LANtastic network from any combination of PCs running Windows 95, Windows, DOS and OS/2. LANtastic for Windows 95 is available in software-only packages for 1, 5, 10 and 25 users, with per user costs ranging from $72 (MSRP on a 25-user package) to $119 (MSRP on a single-user package). Upgrades are also available in software-only packages for one or five users, with per user costs of $79 and $60 (MSRP), respectively.

"LANtastic for Windows 95 is a must for us," said Melvin Kenoly, President of X-Ware Engineering, Vallejo, California. "We need to be able to have our machines configured for different environments -- DOS, Windows v3.1 and Windows 95 -- yet have those same machines interconnected to a common server. The LANtastic for Windows 95 network is the only solution."

FEATURES

A unique feature of the LANtastic for Windows 95 network operating system is that it allows users on Windows 95 PCs to access and share files, CD-ROMs and printers with DOS-, Windows-, or OS/2-based PCs on a LANtastic network. In addition, LANtastic for Windows 95 has enhanced features for network administration, security and the network user's interface.

The new network administration feature allows users to view and add groups and users from a central screen with more direct navigating through the network. It also includes a template feature, in which a profile of user attributes is created once and applied each time new users are added to the network. The benefit is increased productivity for the network administrator.

In response to users' concerns about Windows 95 security, Artisoft also enhanced the LANtastic for Windows 95 network administration, with four new levels of access for supervisors. This feature provides different levels of access, depending on whether the supervisor needs low, middle or high access and management privileges within the network.

Current LANtastic customers will find a familiar, yet updated, user interface in LANtastic for Windows 95 that works well with the Windows 95 desktop and feature set.

The LANtastic for Windows 95 network operating system includes a new LANtastic Custom Control Panel which allows users to customize tabs and buttons, displaying as much or as little information as they want. Users can change settings to suit their needs for color, tab names, icons and applications, all from the Control Panel. Plus, they can drag and drop up to 100 different application icons onto 16 user-definable tabbed pages, and set password protection for each page.

Through the Custom Control Panel, value-added resellers can incorporate their logo or company information into "about" screens, and add their applications or utilities to provide a custom solution for the end user.

The software-only kits now shipping consist of a single CD-ROM, a license diskette and documentation. In addition to the software-only kits, Artisoft expects to ship LANtastic for Windows 95 two-user starter kits and add-on kits later this month. The two-user starter kits, priced at $349 (MSRP), will include software, two network interface cards and cable. The add-on kits with software, a network interface card and cable will begin at $169 (MSRP).

Artisoft (Nasdaq "ASFT") leads the industry in providing easy-to-use, affordable networking and communications solutions for small and mid-sized businesses. Chosen by nearly four million users worldwide to connect and share computer resources, Artisoft solutions include the award-winning LANtastic family of networking products, Modem Assist Plus. modem and phone line sharing products, and CoSession remote access software. The company maintains nine offices outside the United States, and distributes its products in more than 100 countries.

For more information about Artisoft or its product line, contact Artisoft, Inc. at 2202 N. Forbes Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85745. Sales Consultation Center 800/233-5564. Corporate 520/670-7100. Fax 520/670-7101. World Wide Web home page http://www.artisoft.com. Recent Artisoft press releases are available at no charge through PR Newswire's Company News On-Call fax-on-demand system; call 800/758-5804 and enter company number 107158.


BSO/TASKING Swr Toolset for DSP56000 Family
BSO/TASKING Announces Integrated Software Toolset For Motorola DSP56000 Family of Digital Signal Processors

High Code Optimization and On-Chip Debugging OnCE Support For Data/Speed Intensive Applications

DEDHAM, Mass. (January 10, 1996)-BSO/TASKING is offering a new integrated software development toolset for Motorola's high-performance 16- and 24-bit DSP's, supporting all variants of the DSP56000 family including the DSP5600x, DSP561xx, and DSP56300 cores.

The BSO/TASKING DSP56000 toolset offers a cost-effective solution for programming Motorola's high-precision family of DSP's, providing an integrated development environment including powerful ANSI C and C++ compilers, a Motorola-compliant assembler with pipeline optimization, and BSO/TASKING's CrossView source level debugger and EDE Embedded Development Environment for push button control of development processes.

BSO/TASKING's DSP Product Marketing Manager Frank van den Berg explains, "The BSO/TASKING compiler package for the DSP5600x, DSP561xx and DSP563xx applies all common optimization techniques to create highly efficient code. In addition, a number of Motorola DSP specific optimizations have been developed to increase the performance further. These techniques greatly boost the overall code density and performance."

Paul Bundschub, strategic marketing manager, Motorola Digital Signal Processing Division, commented, "We are very pleased with the new BSO/TASKING integrated toolset for Motorola's family of Digital Signal Processors. Their optimizing compiler will provide DSP56000 family users new opportunities to easily increase the performance of their applications."

The BSO/TASKING DSP56000 compiler package is designed specifically for maximizing the instruction set of the DSP56000 architecture without violating the ANSI-C standard. The C compiler generates highly efficient code by supporting a number of language extensions and inline functions, and by a range of optimization techniques, three of which are of particular importance: common subexpresison elimination, loop recognition, and variable usage analysis and register allocation. The compiler also supports three memory models for the DSP5600x-reentrant, static and mixed reentrant/static-to help ensure code efficiency.

The macro assembler also performs optimization and is compatible with Motorola's DSP Macro Assembly Language standard. The assembler supports numerous controls and pseudo instructions such as section handling to save memory. Extensive optimization techniques which ensure optimal instruction sequences include instruction parallelizing and NOP insertion and delay slot filling.

BSO/TASKING's CrossView Windows debugger is capable of debugging C and Assembly level source programs using the DSP56000's On-Chip emulation (OnCE) debug facilities through the Motorola ADS board. CrossView provides users with different views of the application as it is running, including stack, registers and simulated I/O, and uses the debug information from the compiler and assembler.

Pricing for individual tools starts at $1,500.00. The C compiler, Macro Assembler and CrossView debugger for the DSP5600x family will be available in January, 1996. The C++ compiler and tools supporting the 561xx and 563xx families are scheduled for release in 1996. The BSO/TASKING DSP56000 toolset will be available on PC/DOS, SUN SPARC, HP9000/700 and DEC ALPHA.

On the PC platform, the toolset will be integrated with the EDE for seamless connection to the language editor, providing a consistent and powerful interface to all the tools required for building and debugging a DSP56000 application.

BSO/TASKING is a leading developer and supplier of integrated software development tools for the embedded systems market, supporting a wide range of CISC, RISC and DSP semiconductor technologies. Headquartered in Dedham, Massachusetts, BSO/TASKING has offices worldwide, located in the Netherlands, London, Milan, Stuttgart, and Tokyo.

For more information contact BSO/TASKING at 617-320-9400, 333 Elm Street, Dedham, MA 02026; FAX 617-320-9212; Email vaughn@tasking.nl.


WindowBuilder Pro/V 3.1 Adds New Features
WindowBuilder Pro/V 3.1 Adds Powerful Features in New Version for VisualSmalltalk 3.1

Santa Clara, CA, January 10, 1996 - Objectshare Systems, Inc. announces WindowBuilder Pro/V 3.1 for VisualSmalltalk 3.1. WindowBuilder Pro/V is the leading UI builder in VisualSmalltalk, with an estimated 70% market share. This new version for use with the new VisualSmalltalk 3.1 has many new features that expand its power dramatically. Highlights of the new features include support for Windows95 controls, unlimited undo/redo, support for model objects, pool dictionary management, a portable window and font system, and much more. WindowBuilder Pro/V 3.1 is now shipping for VisualSmalltalk 3.1 for Windows (3.1, 95, and NT) and OS/2.

A major rewrite has enabled many new features. Programmers can now preview the look of the window in each operating system: Windows 3.1, Windows 95, NT, and OS/2. A national language system (NLS) management tool lets programmers automatically manage national language strings. It can automatically build the pool dictionaries of strings by pulling the strings from the window definitions. An unlimited undo/redo system allows programmers to selectively undo and redo actions using a undo/redo editor. A new font manager enables programmers to make windows that are truly portable between operating systems and screen resolutions. A pool dictionary manager provides tools to manage bitmaps, fonts, and NLS strings.

WindowBuilder Pro/V 3.1 includes several new systems for creating and managing event-driven model objects. Examples of event-driven models are Timers, SharedValues, and subclasses of EventManager. A model definition wizard helps define and generate the model class and hook up the events. A layout wizard can automatically create a first cut at a UI for the model.

WindowBuilder Pro/V still includes features such as specialized editors for all controls, nested components, automatic alignment and sizing, toolbars, morphing, a bitmap manager, and scrapbook. It will also generate PARTS that can be used to build applications in the PARTS Workbench. (The PARTS Workbench is a tool to visually assemble applications graphically. PARTS Workbench is included in VisualSmalltalk.)

WindowBuilder Pro/V 3.1 is compatible with Team/V (a component of VisualSmalltalk Enterprise), ENVY, XoteryX, edIt, Tensegrity, ODBCTalk, Smalltalk SQL, the PARTS RDBI Wrapper and many other third-party products. There are no royalties for distribution of end-user applications. WindowBuilder Pro/V also includes complete documentation, a how-to cookbook, and ninety days of free technical support from Smalltalk experts at OSI by telephone, fax, and CompuServe. It comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee.

WindowBuilder Pro/V costs $495. It is available for immediate shipment in two versions, for VisualSmalltalk 3.1 for Windows (3.1, 95, and NT) and for VisualSmalltalk 3.1 for OS/2. Programmers can place orders or obtain more information by calling 408-970-7280, sending a fax to 408-970-7282, or sending e-mail to 76436.1063@compuserve.com. Objectshare Systems, Inc., 3160 De La Cruz Blvd., Suite 205, Santa Clara, California 95054-2408


Zenith Wireless MultiCruise System
Zenith Data Systems announces a wireless, multi-tasking enterprise computing solution for locally-mobile workers

The new "MultiCruise" system creates multiple, concurrent Windows NT-based sessions on a central server to host wireless CruisePAD interfaces: improves mobile workforce management, decreases system support costs

BUFFALO GROVE, IL.-January 15, 1996 -- Zenith Data Systems (ZDS) introduced today an innovative enterprise solution based on an extended version of Windows NT that provides mobile computing capabilities through a wireless multi-user applications server. Available now, the new MultiCruise solution offers locally-mobile workers remote, real-time access to the virtually unlimited power and functionality of a server using the CruisePAD interface, ZDS' award-winning wireless device. With a strong suite of wireless network and device management tools, MultiCruise provides unprecedented centralized control over mobile computing, simplifying support and reducing costs.

MultiCruise allows multiple CruisePADs to remotely control multiple Windows-based sessions running concurrently on a standard ZDS server. Unlike proprietary and Pen Windows-based mobile systems, MultiCruise utilizes an organization's existing software and standard MS-DOS (text), Windows 3 X Windows 95 and Windows NT-based applications, so no special training or system conversion is required. The completely scalable system offers easy expansion and upgrades, plus unparalleled flexibility in a mobile solution.

"Our new MultiCruise is a truly revolutionary, smart approach that cuts the compromises and enhances the rewards of mobilizing a work force," said Alan Soucy, vice president of mobile and advanced portable systems at ZDS. "It is the first system to combine the IS management benefits of centralized computing, standard Windows applications of a PC, and the mobility of a hand-held. There simply isn't anything remotely like our MultiCruise in the market.

"Microsoft is excited about ZDS' MultiCruise system," said Rich Tong, general manager, business systems division, Microsoft Corp. "Windows NT is our enterprise computing solution, and with MultiCruise, ZDS has extended to mobile users the robustness, diagnostic tools, and 32-bit applications support of Windows NT. This is a strong platform for locally-mobile enterprise computing applications."

Mobility, manageability and power

With such an unusual combination of exceptional components and unparalleled capabilities, MultiCruise does not fit into traditional categories and defies direct comparison with other mobile products. Beginning with the system's implementation of mobility through its support features and versatility, MultiCruise offers benefits that answer real business needs.

Mobility and well-designed simplicity: The industry-leading CruisePAD wireless remote interface supplies the mobility aspect of the MultiCruise solution. It enables locally-mobile users to work whenever and wherever they need to - while walking or standing. The convenient touch-sensitive display gives workers freedom to roam throughout a building or complex with seamless access to the full computing resources of a networked server.

CruisePAD has won an impressive array of awards and recognition since its introduction in 1994, and ZDS currently has a record-breaking 17 patents pending on the innovative technology. CruisePAD successfully overcomes the size versus functionality trade-offs of typical mobile alternatives running proprietary pen systems with limited on-board power. Since all data and software is centrally stored on the MultiCruise server, the CruisePAD interface also eliminates data synchronization problems and the threat of data theft, damage and loss.

Designed to be comfortably held in one hand and operated with the touch of a finger or pen, the rugged wireless device weighs only about three pounds, measures 9.8 x 10.6 inches, yet features a full-size 8.5-inch 640 x 480 backlit display for easy viewing of full Windows screens.

Centralized IS management simplifies support and reduces costs: The MultiCruise solution offers IS managers unprecedented centralized control over mobile computing with powerful wireless network and device management tools. Network administrators can access all system utilities for event logging, messaging and performance monitoring either at the administrators' workstation or while locally mobile with a wireless CruisePAD device.

MultiCruise also makes software and hardware upgrades a snap. Centralized on the system server, upgrades are performed locally and only once for all CruisePADs.

"The unwieldy logistics of upgrading a mobile work force often prevents an organization from providing users with the benefits of the latest software version or taking advantage of technology performance breakthroughs," explained Soucy. "Imagine the productivity lost and inefficiency involved with physically collecting 120 mobile devices from workers and manually installing an upgrade. Not with MultiCruise - one installation per server instantly updates everyone's capabilities."

The MultiCruise solution can also drastically reduce support costs throughout the life cycle of the system. Robust remote diagnostic and trouble-shooting capabilities provide full support and analysis of CruisePAD interface operations. System administrators can help users on the go with system and application questions, and solve problems remotely without interrupting productivity.

Virtually unlimited power and scalability: Rather than compromising performance by miniaturizing the elements of a desktop PC into a costly hand-held, MultiCruise wirelessly links locally-mobile workers to the complete capacity, capabilities and functionality of a networked server. From Internet access and 32-bit applications, to an expanded CD-ROM library and error correcting RAM, every CruisePAD user can immediately access and benefit from all network resources as they roam throughout the workplace.

Investment protection is built into MultiCruise with infinite expandability and flexibility to adapt and grow with an organization's changing needs. The MultiCruise system can host up to 60 CruisePAD users from one server that can be configured with a single processor or scaled up to a quad Pentium processor-based system, equipped with 32MB RAM to 768MB of error-correcting RAM, an 850MB to a 24GB HDD, one CD-ROM drive or a CD jukebox. A multitude of bus slots and drive bays provide ample room for more expansion and storage.

Target markets

MultiCruise is an intelligent mobile solution for a variety of information-intensive fields. It is the answer for today's "locally mobile" professionals who spend much of their workday away from a desk roaming throughout a building or complex and need access to unlimited computer resources wherever their work is, while walking or standing.

Healthcare is a primary market for MultiCruise because professionals' tasks are typically performed in examination rooms or bedside. With MultiCruise, everyone on the medical team gets real-time access to patient information stored on the network and can view up-to-date patient records anytime and anyplace.

"Our new MultiCruise specifically addresses the unique economic and mission-critical demands of the healthcare industry," commented Soucy. "MultiCruise can efficiently and inexpensively bring full network resources to the point of care where it is needed most."

Vehicle service is another target application for MultiCruise. Currently installed beta sites in the vehicle service industry are already benefiting from MultiCruise by saving personnel the time and energy wasted in walking to and from a stationary computer. MultiCruise puts parts and labor pricing, shop manual data and technical specifications at the fingertips of tecnicians where they are working, or talking with a customer. It helps make estimates more accurate, inspections more consistent, and repair work more precise.

Likewise, the applications tor MultiCruise in retail and manufacturing are evident. Through the CruisePAD interface, the MultiCruise system brings inventory information and real-time sales data to where it is needed most -- in the warehouse, to the store showroom or production line at the factory. Education is another target market for MultiCruise which would enable students to tap into reference information and assignments from anywhere on campus, or be used as a dynamic administrative tool for staff.

MultiCruise sample configuration, pricing and availability

The cost-effective MultiCruise solution is completely scalable to allow buyers to build a custom solution that meets their current needs and budget. It can be set up to host up to 60 concurrent CruisePADs from one ZDS server.

For example, a typical 30-user configuration of the MultiCruise system would include: a dual 120 MHz Pentium processor-based ZDS server with a 1.44MB FDD, 1GB HDD, 136MB RAM, CD-ROM, 30 CruisePADs, 30-user MultiCruise licenses, MultiCruise system software, Ethernet card, color monitor, keyboard, and mouse for the system administrator. Total system list price: approximately $68,575, which equates to a per user cost of only $2,286. (Estimated price does not include variable number of wireless bridge devices required.)

The MultiCruise system is available now only through CruisePAD authorized resellers certified by Zenith Data Systems.

Technical support

Zenith Data Systems offers 24-hour, seven-days-a-week toll-free customer assistance and product support. Customers may also connect with the ZDS Internet World Wide Web home page at http://www.zds.com for technical information.

About Zenith Data Systems

Zenith Data Systems, a Bull company, offers a full line of personal computer products ranging from high-performance servers and desktops to its award-winning line of notebook computers and wireless mobile products. With sales locations in more than 30 countries, ZDS markets its products to business, education and government. The company is headquartered in Buffalo Grove, Ill., with engineering facilities in Santa Clara, Calif., Billerica, Mass. and Buffalo Grove; and manufacturing facilities in St. Joseph, Mich.

Zenith Data Systems, 2150 East Lake Cook Road, Buffalo Grove, 171, 60089, (708) 808-5000, Fax (708) 8084434, Internet http://www.zds.com. (After 1/20/96, area code will be 847.)

Reader inquiries to (800) 533-0331.

Prices quoted are ZDS prices in US. dollars. Reseller prices may vary. Resellers determine their own pricing which may be higher or lower than Zenith Data Systems' prices.


SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL POWERED BY DIGITAL

Sundance Institute Leverages Windows-Based Solutions for the First Time

MAYNARD, Mass., January 17, 1996 -- The internationally acclaimed Sundance Film Festival will premiere more than the latest independent filmmaking at this year's event in Park City, Utah. For the first time, the Sundance Institute is using a Windows-based network of personal computers and an Intel-based PC server for its entire administrative backbone. Digital Equipment Corporation announced today that it will serve as the Institute's exclusive Windows-based computing platform in support of the 1996 Sundance Film Festival.

The Sundance Institute will use three dozen Digital Venturis and Celebris commercial desktop computers and a Digital Prioris PC server to run its complete ticketing operations and back-office administrative functions. During its 10-day run from January 18-28, the festival will draw up to 20,000 attendees from around the world, featuring more than 350 films in 15 theaters located throughout the Park City area.

"Digital's global leadership in computer connectivity and reputation for quality, reliability, and dependable customer support led us to select them as the Windows-based platform of choice for the administration of this year's Sundance Film Festival," said Ian Calderon, founding trustee of the Sundance Institute responsible for new technology.

"We're thrilled to play a supporting role in the world's leading venue for discovering emerging independent film talent and are honored that the Sundance Institute has placed their confidence in Digital's PC products for running this year's event," said Ray Weadock, vice president and general manager of Americas operations for Digital's Personal Computer Business Unit.

The Sundance Film Festival, sponsored by the Sundance Institute, is the leading international showcase for new and innovative independent filmmaking. Robert Redford created The Sundance Institute in 1981 to support independent filmmaking and encourage new filmmakers to stretch their craft as far as their imaginations will allow. The annual Sundance Film Festival recognizes superior efforts from new filmmakers worldwide.

Digital Equipment Corporation is the world's leader in open client/server solutions from personal computers to integrated worldwide information systems. Digital's Intel and Alpha platforms, storage, networking, software and services, together with industry- focused solutions from business partners, help organizations compete and win in today's global marketplace.


iambic Ships Action Names 3.0 for Newton 2.0
iambic Ships Action Names 3.0 for Newton 2.0 PDAs

The perfect contact manager and scheduler for Newton

SAN JOSE, CA, Jan 15, 1996--iambic software has begun shipping iambic Action Names version 3.0, a major upgrade to their best-selling address book and calendar add-on package for Newton PDAs. All customers who have placed back orders should receive their software within the week.

Action Names 3.0 goes beyond the limits of the built-in features of the Newton PDA with a series of add-in modules designed to make managing ones schedule both easier and better--right out of the box. Changes made from version 1.1 to version 3.0 include better daily and weekly agendas, more and improved contact management features, and vast speed and ease of use improvements.

"With Action Names you'll get more from your Newton PDA's organizer functions. This software puts you in complete control of names, telephone calls, and your calendar. Using Action Names on an Apple MessagePad allows even the busiest and most demanding individuals to achieve a level of organization and control that had eluded them using either desktop PIMs or other solutions costing much more", said Barbara Prince product manager for Action Names.

Customer feedback on version 1.1 has entirely driven the selection of dozens of new features. Re-written from the ground up to take advantage of the new Newton 2.0 operating system, Action Names 3.0 is smaller and over 300% faster than previous versions. Action Names now comes in 10 modules giving the customer complete control over which features of the already highly compact and memory efficient program to load.

With Action Names, users can view agendas over any period, which show at a glance on one screen: all phone calls, meetings, to-do's, events (including repeating items) sorted by date and priority and showing linked contact information. Action items can be filed in different folders allowing for the creation of a filtered agenda view of scheduled activities from any folder, e.g. business, personal, etc. The display of the agenda is highly customizable. Action items roll over to the next day if not completed.

Action Names seamlessly extends the functionality of Names, Dates, and Newton Notes in innovative ways. An elegant contact history report integrated into the Names file keeps a complete record of every telephone conversation, meeting, event, or to-do.

Sleek and well designed printouts of the agenda, multi-day agenda, and the contact history report enhance the usefulness of Action Names as a management tool. Now, the user can present friends and associates with a comprehensive printout of their schedule over any period. The detailed contact history report prints out name file information in addition to a complete record of activities scheduled and completed for maximum information value. Both printouts can print text entered in digital ink. Digital ink text is reduced to a size compatible with the font size of typed text, an invaluable benefit for those who use digital ink often. All entry screens and reports in Action Names fully support digital ink.

Also, new in version 3.0 is the Named Note. The Named Note allows users to associate a notepad note to a name. If the name is that of someone in the Names file, the note will be included in the contact history for that person.

The Names file is extended to allow users to schedule appointments, telephone calls, and to-dos, without re-entering information on the schedule slip that can easily be gleaned from the namecard. A user created directory of frequently used names is available on the schedule slip. Finally, URL and nickname fields are added to the built-in fields in the Newton Names file along with 18 additional user fields.

Appointments can be made and telephone calls logged and attempted directly from Newton Notes using a Notepad speed button. Action Names makes corresponding entries in the Newton calendar and to-do list. Meetings, to-do items and calls are recorded in the history log for each contact automatically. No separate logging process is required. Quick pick lists through the program minimize the necessity to hand write.

The calendar is seemlessly extended to include extensions from Action Names. The built-in to-do list and Newton agenda are improved to show more information including linked contact information created in Action Names. The Action Names schedule slips are available from the New button in Dates in addition to the standard Newton schedule slips. The Action Names to-do schedule slip allows for the addition of related notes and alarms: features not available in the Newton to-do schedule slip.

Alarms are significantly enhanced. Action Names has two separate alarms for each and every phone call, meeting, to-do or event. The reminder messages that come up when an alarm sounds can be completely customized. Alarms have variable snooze times.

A floating palette provides quick access to Action Names functions anywhere in the Newton. Action Names integrates with TimeReporter time & billing software and PaperPak intelligent stationery, both for Newton PDAs. Action Names 3.0 is designed exclusively to maximize the built-in features of the Newton 2.0 operating system making the Newton PDA into a traveling contact manager and more.

Action Names 3.0 retails for $59.95, and comes with an unconditional ironclad 30-day money-back guarantee from iambic Software. All registered owners of version 1.X can upgrade to version 3.0 for $39.95 by contacting iambic Software directly. Action Names 3.0 includes the very latest version of Action Names for Newton 1.X including the Agenda overview extension. It's the perfect solution for Newton owners who have not yet upgraded to Newton 2.0 but plan to do so.

For more information, contact:

 Vidal Graupera/Barbara Prince

 iambic Software

 1-800-730-5370/408-985-1723

 info@iambic.com

 http://www.iambic.com/


FREE Intusoft SPICE Newsletter
FREE SPICE Newsletter Discusses Simulating State Machines

The Intusoft Newsletter is a unique FREE publication dedicated to discussing topics related to the SPICE circuit simulation program. The current issue contains several application notes designed to help engineers simulate circuits more effectively.

The main article describes a new State Machine model for use with the SPICE 3 circuit simulation program. It is the first time that a such a capability has been incorporated into SPICE 3F5, the latest version. The model greatly enhances the mixed mode simulation capability of SPICE, which has traditionally been used as an analog only

simulator.

The state machine provides for straight forward descriptions of logic blocks with a variable number of inputs and outputs and an unlimited number of states. The model can be configured to behave as virtually any type of counter or clocked combinational logic. It can replace very large sections of digital circuits with an identical functionality but faster execution. The state machine SPICE model is built with a public domain AHDL modeling language which is based on the C programming language. This "C Code Modeling" architecture is derived from the XSPICE program originally developed by the Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta, GA. The article describes how to simulate counters with the state machine and gives an example of a Sine waveform generating ROM.

The Intusoft Modeling Corner, a regular column in the newsletter, also reports on one of the most complex stimulus I sources developed to date; a National Television System Committee (NTSC) signal generator. The NTSC subcircuit topology is discussed in the newsletter and simulation results are provided.

The Intusoft Newsletter is the only regularly scheduled publication dedicated to SPICE modeling and analog circuit simulation. An electronic version (Replica document) of the Intusoft Newsletter is posted on the Intusoft Web site and Compuserve (CADD/CAM/CAE Vendor Forum). The peak newsletter circulation is currently at 34,000 readers in over 1 10 countries.

Intusoft

PO Box 710

San Pedro, CA 90733-0710

310-833-0170,  fax 310-833-9658


Master Investor for Windows
Headlines: January 1996

  "Slow Growth is the Word"

  "Telecom Industry May Ax 100,000 More Jobs"

  "Social Security Teetering on the Brink of Disaster"

TODAY, MORE AND MORE PEOPLE ARE REALIZING THAT THE ONLY WAY TO GUARANTEE THEIR FINANCIAL FUTURE IS TO TAKE CONTROL THEMSELVES.

The Answer:

Introducing the release of Master Investor for Windows -- the investment management software that helps take back control in an uncertain financial world.

Knowledge is Power. Master Investor gives individuals and money managers the data they need to organize and analyze information critical to making informed financial management decisions. Master Investor is fully integrated combining the portfolio management and technical analysis needed to strategically plan and manage a solid financial future.

Portfolio Management: Master Investor provides complete daily tracking of: stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and other assets. Master Investor handles puts, calls, short sales, provides full cash accounting, automatically sweeps funds to and from accounts, and can organize data into up to 1,000 portfolios and produce 37 reports.

Technical Analysis: Seven charts and eight technical indicators provide the technical analysis needed to track and compare performance and recognize buy and sell indicators.

Getting Their Money's Worth: Most users of portfolio management software use only a fraction of their program's capabilities. That's why Master Investor includes a printed manual that is more than just a system guide. It is a investment reference book loaded with easy to understand examples, charts, mathematical formulas and more.

Convenience: The future is on line and Master Investor brings a world of financial data into the home computer with an automatic price loader that saves time and improves data quality.

Leadership: From London (Financial Times) to New Zealand (Securities Research), MI's predecessor the OWL Personal Portfolio Management program was rated "best". Now, OWL does even more with Master Investor -- more power, more capabilities and Windows convenience.

Contact OWL for more information.

OWL

P.O. BOX 794

LANHAM, MD 20703-0794

Phone: 301-306-0409

EMail: 72144.1223@compuserve.com

Homepage: http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/owlsoft


Symantec ACT! Contact Manager for Newton
SYMANTEC EXPANDS FAMILY OF ACT! PLATFORMS WITH THE AVAILABILITY OF ACT! FOR NEWTON

- Best-selling Contact Manager now allows Newton users to manage their business relationships more effectively -

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. MACWORLD -- January 8, 1995 -- Symantec Corporation (Nasdaq:SYMC) today announced the availability of ACT! for Newton. The personal computer version of ACT! is a powerful contact management application and one of Symantec's best-selling products. ACT! for Newton is a powerful contact management application that brings the popular features of Symantec's best-selling contact management software to mobile devices based on the Newton platform. ACT! for Newton, offers direct synchronization of contact management information between a personal computer and a Newton PDA (Personal Digital Assistant).

"Symantec continues to lead the way in contact management development by meeting the needs of mobile professionals," said Steve Singh, general manager for the contact management division at Symantec. "What we are providing is a companion tool for our existing mobile ACT! users, and we are offering Newton users the opportunity to use a full-featured contact manager."

Like Symantec's leading contact management software for the personal computer, ACT! for Newton features a powerful and customizable database that tracks contact names, addresses, and daily activities. All data can be easily synchronized and updated between the ACT! for Windows and ACT! for Macintosh desktop versions and ACT! for Newton.

ACT! for Newton offers the powerful capabilities of ACT! with instant access to data on a Newton PDA. ACT! for Newton provides users with access to their contact database from anywhere at anytime. With the "instant on" feature of the PDA, the user can access their ACT! database without turning on a computer, loading the OS, and then loading the application.

The contact database is completely integrated with a calendar that displays all scheduled meetings, calls and action items by day, week or month. Completed activities are automatically logged into each contact's history. Users can take notes on the Newton and automatically record date-stamped notes for each contact.

A letter generator allows users to create customized letters for any contact in their database and then print or fax them from an Apple MessagePad or other Newton PDA device. Similar to the personal computer version, ACT! for Newton provides pre-defined lists for generating address lists, status reports, and activity reports.

ACT! for Newton also takes advantage of Newton technology by providing the ability to beam information from one Newton PDA to another using Apple's built-in infrared technology. It also includes Newton specific features including data soup and handwriting recognition.

"ACT! for Newton solves one of the primary problems faced by business professionals on the run -- access to and management of their business relationships when they're away from the office," said Steve Andler, senior director of Apple's Mobile Systems Product Marketing. "With ACT! for Newton, mobile professionals can quickly and easily synchronize their data with a Windows- or Mac OS-based desktop computer, providing instant access to critical data."

Pricing and Availability

ACT! for Newton is now available with an estimated street price of $99.95 from Symantec's network of authorized resellers.

System Requirements

ACT! for Newton requires a MessagePad 100, 110, or 120 or other Newton compatible device. ACT! for Newton is compatible with the Newton 1.0 and 2.0 operating systems and requires 400k free memory. Synchronization requires ACT! 2.04 for Windows or later and a 9-pin to 8-pin serial cable or ACT! 2.5 for Macintosh or later and a standard printer serial cable.

ACT! is the best-selling contact management software application which provides essential tools for managing business relationships more effectively and increased personal productivity. ACT! is a software tool designed for professionals or business workgroups whose day revolves around their business contacts.

Symantec Corporation develops, markets and supports a complete line of application and system software products designed to enhance individual and workgroup productivity as well as manage networked computing environments. Platforms supported include IBM personal computers and compatibles, Apple Macintosh computers and all major network operating systems. Founded in 1982, the company has offices in the United States, Canada, Australia, Japan and Europe.

Information on the company and its products can be obtained by calling (800) 441-7234 toll free or (541) 334-6054.


Tally Systems Patents Swr Inventory Tech.
TALLY SYSTEMS PATENTS SOFTWARE INVENTORYING TECHNOLOGY

Hanover, NH-January 15, 1996-United States Patent No. 5,440,738 was recently awarded to Tally Systems for its proprietary software inventorying technology. Tally Systems invented Census Recognition Technology (automatic inventory of PC hardware and software) and first applied the now patented technology in PC Census NetCensus continues to utilize the same technology.

"When we began demonstrating automatic software inventory, it was like showing a magic trick. People couldn't believe that you could accurately detect all applications installed on a PC or server without manually sifting through directories," said Ted Jastrzembski, President of Tally Systems. "Now automatic inventory is a mainstream, mission critical application."

"Inventory products that provide reliable, accurate baselines of desktop asset data are few and far between," said Chris Germann, Senior Analyst at the Gartner Group. "Product developers that partner with service providers and make technology accessible through larger systems are well positioned in the desktop asset management market."

To date, over 2,000,000 PCs located in companies around the world have been inventoried, and continue to be inventoried, with Census Recognition Technology. "We use NetCensus to inventory hundreds of PCs here at Central Vermont Public Services," said Tracy Adams, Manager of Computer Services. "The inventory data provides us with an accurate picture of hardware and software assets installed throughout the enterprise and allows us to effectively deploy other desktop asset management solutions like license metering and electronic software distribution."

NetCensus and Census Recognition Technology adaptations are also the technical bases of many strategic associations including OEM deals and alliance partnerships with

Seimens-Nixdorf, Hitatchi Data Systems, bundling and technical partnerships with help desk vendors (Bendata, Vycor, Workgroup Systems, Magic Solutions, Top of Mind) and financial asset management (Apsylog, ASI), and Integrator Partnerships with companies like IBM CS Systems, Vanstar, ISSC, Infolink, Olivetti and Unisys.

NetCensus is available as a stand-alone application or as part of Cenergy, a best of class, desktop asset management suite that includes CentaMeter (software license metering and monitoring) and WinINSTALL (automatic software distribution).

Tally Systems Corp.

PO Box 70

Hanover, New Hampshire 03755-0070

Tel: (603) 643-1300

Fax: (603) 643-9366


XANTE X-ACT Laser Printer Calibration Tech.
XANTE INTRODUCES X-ACT, NEW PATENT PENDING ACCURATE CALIBRATION TECHNOLOGY

JANUARY 9, 1996, MOBILE, AL -- XANTE Corporation today introduces X-ACT, XANTE's Accurate Calibration Technology. This latest innovation allows users to easily calibrate the laser printer's engine to be accurate to within one dot. This patent pending technology provides precision that never before has been possible on high resolution laser printers.

"The use of XANTE's Accurate Calibration Technology gives designers unprecedented control over the accuracy of their printed images," said Martin Kennedy, XANTE's vice president of marketing and international sales. "Customers will no longer have to worry about accuracy variances which are inherent in laser printer engines and could be as much as one percent. This reliability is especially important when printing camera ready art, polyester plates and other exacting design work. X-ACT represents a major breakthrough in laser printer design, providing an easy, convenient way to calibrate and re-calibrate the printer's engine to within the width of a single dot."

XANTE's Accurate Calibration Technology gives the user precise independent control over both horizontal and vertical dimensions on page images ensuring total output accuracy. The printer can be calibrated for different media types in order to compensate for shrinkage or expansion, such as is found with polyester-based materials. It is also helpful when printing on multiple units to know that each printer will have the same calibration. Although every printer with this feature will be calibrated by XANTE, the user may easily re-calibrate the printer to correct changes from normal mechanical wear on the printer.

This technology is currently standard on XANTE's new Accel-a-Writer 8300 and soon will be standard on XANTE's entire laser printer line. Customers who already own a XANTE Accel-a-Writer 8200, Accel-a-Writer 8100A, Accel-a-Writer 812, PlateMaker 8200, or LaserPress 1800 also will have an option to upgrade their printer with this new technology.

XANTE Corporation, founded in 1989, develops and markets high performance products that enhance the resolution and speed of laser printing. The XANTE Accel-a-Writer products are available direct or from re-sellers in the U.S. and worldwide.

XANTE Corp

2559 Emogene St

Mobile, Al 36606

P.O. Box 16526

Mobile, AL 36616-0526

Tel: 334/476-8189

Fax: 334/476-9421


Aggressively Priced XANTE Hi-Res Laser Prtr
XANTE ANNOUNCES AGGRESSIVELY PRICED HIGH RES LASER PRINTER WITH XANTE'S ACCURATE CALIBRATION TECHNOLOGY

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SUMMARY

* Accel-a-Writer 8300 includes Adobe PostScript Level 2 page description language. HP PCL 5 and HP-GL 7475A emulations are also included.

The Accel-a-Writer 8300 is based on the 8 page-per-minute Canon LBP-JX laser print engine. It is capable of printing full bleed 11" x 17" documents as well as oversized pages up to 12" x 25".

* The Accel-a-Writer 8300 is a 600 x 600 dpi printer, upgradable to 1200 x 1200 dpi.

* XANTE's patent pending Accurate Calibration Technology (X-ACT) allows the user to easily calibrate the laser printer's engine to print precise horizontal and vertical dimensions of page images ensuring accuracy within one dot.

* XANTE's Halftone Calibration Technology is implemented allowing users to easily control the gamma curve of halftones, improving the overall quality.

* Standard configuration includes the AMD 29040 RISC processor, SCSI disk connection and simultaneously active serial, parallel, and LocalTalk interfaces. The Accel-a-Writer 8300 includes 8 MB RAM at 600 x 600 dpi and 20 MB at 1200 x 1200 dpi. An internal SCSI disk and Ethernet (running concurrently active EtherTalk, TCP/IP, and Novell Netware protocols) are available as an option.

* Pricing at introduction is set at $3,495 for 600 x 600 dpi and $5,495 for 1200 x 1200 dpi.

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JANUARY 9,1996, MOBILE, AL -- XANTE Corporation introduces the Accel-a-Writer 830O, its first high resolution laser printer to include the new patent pending Accurate Calibration Technology (X-ACT). In addition to this innovative technology, the high resolution Accel-a-Writer 8300 is available at only $3,495 at 600 x 600 dpi and $5,495 at 1200 x 1200 dpi.

Based on Canon's 8 page-per-minute LBP-JX laser print engine, the Accel-a-Writer 8300 is capable of printing full bleed 11" x 17" documents as well as oversized pages up to 12" x 25". The Accel-a-Writer 8300 supports 600 x 600 dpi resolution and is user-upgradable to 1200 x 1200 dpi. The Accel-a-Writer 8300 is designed with a high speed controller which is built around the AMD 29040 RISC processor. It ships standard with 8 MB RAM at 600 x 600 dpi and 20 MB at 1200 x 1200 dpi, and is upgradable to 64 MB.

XANTE's X-ACT allows users to easily calibrate and re-calibrate the printer to be accurate to within the width of one dot. This technology provides the ability to print precise independent control over horizontal and vertical dimensions of page images ensuring total output accuracy every time. This is especially important for those designers using the printer for camera-ready art and polyester plates where pinpoint accuracy is essential.

"The Accel-a-Writer 8300 offers benefits that no other printer has been able to offer until now," said XANTE's Vice President of Marketing and International Sales, Martin Kennedy. "XANTE has combined Adobe PostScript Level 2, high resolution, and oversized printing capabilities with XACT, providing unprecedented control over the accuracy of their printed images. In addition to the advanced technology that is offered on the Accel-a-Writer 8300, this printer also enters a new realm of affordability in high resolution laser printers."

The Accel-a-Writer 8300 ships with an input capacity of 350 sheets from two trays and an output capacity of 150 sheets. An optional third tray is available which holds an additional 250 sheets, bringing total input capacity to 600 sheets. Those who wish to print full bleed 11" x 17" size documents and 25" gatefold spreads can now do so with the Accel-a-Writer 8300's oversized printing capabilities. XANTE supports oversized paper measuring up to 12" x 25" with a printable region of 11.75" x 24.9". With XANTE's extra wide print option, users can have a printable region of up to 12" x 24.9". This oversized paper is handled through the Accel-a-Writer 8300's 100-sheetfold down tray.

The Accel-a-Writer 8300 also supports XANTE's Halftone Calibration Technology, enabling users to adjust the gamma curve of scanned images, gray scales, and other halftones when printing. This technology addresses a common problem of images appearing too dark when printing at higher line screens. The trade-off of printing images at higher line screens is having fewer levels of gray, often resulting in a darker image. Adjustments can be made to lighten the mid-tones, bringing out detail lost with the fewer levels of gray, and at the same time, not affecting parts of the image which are intended to print as 100% black or white. Changes are easily made from the printer's front panel or using software commands from your host CPU.

PRINTER FEATURES

Adobe PostScript Level 2 Software - The Accel-a-Writer 8300 offers the reliability, assurance of compatibility, and high performance provided by Adobe PostScript Level 2 software. PostScript Level 2 software offers several benefits, including enhanced file and memory management schemes, data compression, forms support, pattern caching, and composite font support.

High Resolution - The XANTE Accel-a-Writer 8300 provides true 600 x 600 dpi resolution for near typeset quality output. The printer's resolution can be purchased at or increased to 1200 x 1200 dpi. The Accel-a-Writer 8300 is ideal for printing high-quality plain-paper separations, full-bleed layouts, newsletters, brochures, advertisements, and more.

X-ACT - XANTE's Accurate Calibration Technology allows users to calibrate the Accel-a-Writer 8300 to print precise horizontal and vertical dimensions of page images ensuring total output accuracy every time.

High Performance Controller Architecture - The XANTE designed controller makes use of the AMD 29040 RISC processor and 8 MB RAM to provide high performance printing. The printer is upgradable to 64 MB with user-installable SIMM modules.

Oversized Printing Format - The Accel-a-Writer 8300 supports two input sources in its base configuration. A fold-down tray offers a 100 sheet input capacity and can support page sizes up to 12" x 25". The second source is a 250-sheet universal cassette, which is standard. An optional third input source is available and can be configured to hold an additional 250 sheets.

Halftone Calibration Technology - The Accel-a-Writer 8300 allows the end user to adjust the gamma curve of halftones easily from the printer's front panel. This feature enables end users to calibrate the lightness of halftone images, bringing out detail that can be lost when printing at higher line screens or when dark photos have been scanned.

HP PCL 5, HP-GL 7475A, and Automatic Emulation Switching - The Accel-a-Writer 8300 ships with HP PCL 5 and HP-GL 7475A emulations for CAD/CAE and other applications that do not currently support the PostScript language. HP-GL plots can be printed at up to 1200 x 1200 dpi. Also included is resident code that allows automatic switching between HP PCL 5 and the PostScript language.

Simultaneous Interfacing - RS-232 serial, Centronics Parallel, and LocalTalk interfaces are included and can all be active simultaneously for seamless, cross platform support. Ethernet running concurrently active EtherTalk, Novell NetWare, and TCP/IP protocols is available as an option.

SCSI Disk Interface and Internal Disk - A SCSI interface is standard supporting external disk connection for additional font and form storage. An optional 2.5" internal SCSI disk is also available.

Font Handling - In addition to providing a standard of 35 resident typefaces, XANTE includes support for TrueType fonts and Adobe's Type 1 and Type 3 downloadable fonts.

TARGET MARKETS & APPLICATIONS

The Accel-a-Writer 8300 is targeted toward companies that require high resolution, accurate output, and fast processing times at an affordable price.

The desktop publishing field is the principle market attracted to the Accel-a-Writer 8300. This field includes graphic design companies, service bureaus, print shops, and ad agencies. The Accel-a-Writer 8300's higher resolution capabilities provide smooth text, line art, and high quality scanned and other halftone images. Users printing color separations where pinpoint accuracy is essential will especially benefit from the X-ACT feature. The large page size support provides flexibility in full page bleeds, 2 page spreads and gatefold spreads.

The Accel-a-Writer 8300's print quality greatly improves newsletters, documentation, product brochures, and other forms of literature normally sent outside the company, often eliminating the necessity of out-of-house printing.

XANTE's controller architecture including the AMD 29040 RISC processor and up to 64 MB RAM provides fast processing speeds for graphic intensive documents. The standard external SCSI interface and optional internal hard drive provides additional storage for fonts. The interface flexibility that the Accel-a-Writer 8300 provides allows users to work with a mixture of Macintosh, PCs, UNIX, and other workstation environments.

XANTE's Accel-a-Writer 8300 is an affordable solution for users that want high-quality printing without the time and money spent on outside sources.

PRICING, AVAILABILITY & DISTRIBUTION

The XANTE Accel-a-Writer 8300 is scheduled to begin shipping in late January.

Accel-a-Writer 8300,  600 x 600  dpi .......................  $3,495

Accel-a-Writer 8300, 1200 x 1200 dpi .......................  $5,495

Accessory pricing is as follows:

Toner Cartridge - 8,000 letter size prints .................  $  229

Ethernet (EtherTalk, Novell NetWare, TCP/IP)................  $  395

250 sheet letter/legal/11" x 17" Adjustable Tray ...........  $   99

250 sheet A4/A3 Adjustable Tray ............................  $   99

Extra Wide Print Option (Supports 12" Print Area) ..........  $  495

4 MB SIMM Module............................................  $  300

16 MB SIMM Module ..........................................  $1,200

Paper Feeder (Paper tray not included) .....................  $  395

Internal SCSI Disk Drive....................................  $  450

XANTE also offers a one year warranty and an unconditional 30 day money back guarantee. The XANTE Accel-a-Writer products are available direct from XANTE or from authorized resellers worldwide. For more information, please contact Martin Kennedy, at XANTE Corporation, 334476-8 1 89.

XANTE Corporation, founded in 1989, develops and markets high performance products that enhance the resolution and speed of laser printing. The XANTE Accel-a-Writer products are available direct or from re-sellers in the U.S. and worldwide.

XANTE Corp

2559 Emogene St

Mobile, Al 36606

P.O. Box 16526

Mobile, AL 36616-0526

Tel: 334/476-8189

Fax: 334/476-9421


XANTE Accel-a-Graphix CT4 Print Server
XANTE INTRODUCES POSTSCRIPT CONTROLLER FOR PRINTING ON UP TO 4 LARGE FORMAT COLOR PRINTERS SIMULTANEOUSLY

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SUMMARY

* The Accel-a-Graphix CT4 includes Adobe PostScript Level 2 page description language.

* The Accel-a-Graphix CT4 supports up to 4 HP RTL capable printers. Multiple copies of a single job can be printed simultaneously on four printers, or four independent jobs can print in tandem, or any combination of the above.

* XANTE's X-Screening uses stochastic screening to improve the appearance of print by scattering dots that simulate various shades.

* The Accel-a-Graphix CT4 allows printing up to 50' x 50' posters by tiling to a single printer or multiple printers. Users can also scale jobs up to 20 times the original size at the driver level.

* Standard configuration includes the 33 MHz AMD 29030 RISC processor, 32 MB RAM, 1 GB internal disk and simultaneously active serial, parallel, LocalTalk and EtherTalk interfaces. Ethernet is standard and supports concurrently active EtherTalk, Novell Netware, and TCP/IP protocols.

* U.S. pricing at introduction is set at $12,995.

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JANUARY 8, 1996, MOBILE, AL -- XANTE Corporation introduces the Accel-a-Graphix CT4, the first free-standing dedicated color control tower based on XANTE's intelligent RISC architecture and Adobe PostScript Level 2. This controller provides a powerful, yet cost effective means to maximize productivity by running up to four wide format inkjet printers simultaneously. In addition, the Accel-a-Graphix CT4 also supports poster size printing up to 50' x 50' (15.24 m x 15.24 m) and job scaling up to 20 times the original image size.

The Accel-a-Graphix CT4 supports parallel connectivity for up to four HP RTL capable printers, including ENCAD's NOVAJET printer line. This controller is engineered with the 33 MHz AMD 29030 RISC processor, 32 MB RAM, upgradable to 128 MB, and built-in 1 GB hard drive for font storage, job storage, and job spooling. Additional internal hard disks can be added using the controller's three expansion bays.

The Accel-a-Graphix CT4 is designed for multi-platform networks by controlling the processing and printing of complex documents from PC, Macintosh, and UNIX computers. This is achieved through simultaneously active serial, parallel, LocalTalk, and EtherTalk interfaces. Standard Ethernet supports concurrently active EtherTalk, Novel Netware, and TCP/IP protocols.

"The Accel-a-Graphix CT4 has an intelligent controller architecture that is designed to be the driving force to a production-intensive inkjet operation," stated XANTE's Vice President of Marketing and International Sales, Martin Kennedy. "As an end user's work load increases, he can increase productivity by simply adding a printer to his system without having to invest in an additional controller. The advanced features and simplicity of set up and use makes the Accel-a-Graphix CT4 the most powerful, productive printing system in its class. "

The Accel-a-Graphix CT4 supports XANTE's X-Screening Halftone Technology. This technology uses finely tuned stochastic screening to improve the appearance of print by scattering the dots that simulate various shades. This advanced screening method reduces graininess and moire patterns normally associated with printing conventional halftones on inkjet printers. XANTE's Spot Screen is also available for printing traditional halftone screens.

ACCEL-A-GRAPHIX CT4 FEATURES

Adobe PostScript Level 2 Software - The Accel-a-Graphix CT4 offers the reliability, assurance of compatibility, and high performance provided by Adobe PostScript Level 2 software. This software offers several benefits, including data compression, forms support, pattern caching, composite font support, and the ability to handle large graphic files.

Large Format Color Output - The Accel-a-Graphix CT4 supports 300x300 dpi inkjet output up to 36" wide on HP RTL capable printers such as ENCAD's NOVAJET Pro, NOVAJET III, NOVAJET II, Hewlett-Packard's DesignJet 650 and 750 C, CalComp's TechJet series, and more.

Multi-Printer Support - XANTE's Cascading features allow multiple copies of a single job to be printed simultaneously on four printers, or in tandem with four independent jobs, or any combination of the above.

Poster Sized Printing - This feature allows up to 50' x 50' posters to be printed with smart tiling that can spool tiles on up to four printers simultaneously. Users also have the ability to scale images outside an application by using a scale factor from 2 to 20 times the original size from the printer driver, extending the scaling limitations of applications. External scaling allows users to create smaller, less disk and RAM intensive files for faster spooling.

Multiple Screening - XANTE's photo-quality technology uses stochastic screening to improve the appearance of print by scattering the dots that simulate various shades. This advanced screening method reduces graininess and moire patterns normally associated with printing conventional halftones on inkjet printers. XANTE's Spot Screen is also available for printing traditional halftone screens.

Step and Repeat - Multiple copies of the same job can be printed across the page for optimized media usage. Users may also set the matte space between jobs.

Color Management - XANTE's controller technology implements PostScript Color Rendering Dictionaries for accurate color on popular inks and media. Also, using the Color Curve Control, users may also adjust the tonal density in all four color planes and save and retrieve these custom transfer curves to ensure color continuity.

Job Spooling - Jobs can be spooled to the print queue, permitting long periods of operation, which is useful for printing multiple jobs and for overnight production. Jobs can be temporarily suspended and resumed, to allow users to service the printer. PostScript files and fonts can be stored on the 1 GB internal disk for quick reprint.

Paper Conservation - The controller identifies the best horizontal and vertical fit (size) on available paper, automating image rotation. The controller also allows you to save media when the image's printable region is smaller than the selected media size by skipping over white space. Using Best Fit when multiple printers are attached, the controller selects the next available printer with the most appropriate paper size when another job is printing, thus eliminating waste.

Auto Reduction - This feature allows the controller to automatically reduce oversized jobs to a printable size. Oversized jobs include those that are too long or wide to print on the selected media.

Width Control - The Accel-a-Graphix CT4 allows the user to preset the maximum width of a job, between 3' and 50' in 1' increments. This feature allows the controller to use RAM more efficiently. Printing times can be decreased by matching this setting with your typical job width.

Multiple Print Modes - The user may control the desired print quality by selecting one of 8 print modes. XANTE's Ink Saver Mode is available for speed and proofing, while the enhanced 4 pass setting is recommended for final printing.

Multi-Tasking - The Accel-a-Graphix CT4 can print and receive files simultaneously across the network, improving overall performance. Job overlap allows files to process while other print.

Parallel Buffer - The user may configure the size of the input buffer to the parallel interface between 8K and 4096K, enabling speed gains up to three times faster from PC/compatible computers.

High Performance Controller Architecture - The XANTE designed controller is powered by the 33 MHz AMD 29030 RISC processor with caching capabilities to enable faster color printing. It includes a standard 32 MB RAM, upgradable to 128 MB.

Simultaneous Interfacing - RS-232 serial, Centronics parallel, LocalTalk, and EtherTalk interfaces are included and can all be active simultaneously for seamless, cross-platform support. Ethernet, running concurrently active EtherTalk, Novell Netware, and TCP/IP protocols, is standard.

Font Handling - In addition to providing a standard of 35 resident typefaces, XANTE includes support for TrueType fonts and Adobe's Type 0, 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 42 downloadable fonts.

TARGET MARKETS & APPLICATIONS

Because of the endless list of applications for this new color technology, the principle markets that are attracted to the Accel-a-Graphix CT4 incorporates a wide variety. These include service bureaus, ad/design agencies, retailers, educational institutions, architects, law firms, and many more. These professions require the high quality large format color printing that is only provided with XANTE's Accel-a-Graphix CT4.

Service bureaus benefit heavily from the controller's ability to print on up to four printers simultaneously. This allows them the flexibility to print more than one job and/or several copies of the same job at the same time. Productivity can also be maximized by configuring each printer with different media types and sizes, saving set up time. For ad and design agencies, the Accel-a-Graphix CT4 means client composites and mock-ups can be produced in just one simple step - no more stripping and tiling. Final products, as well as textures and backdrops for photo shoots, can be produced quickly and easily.

Establishments such as grocery stores, bakeries, restaurants, caterers, and hotels all require posters, window displays, lobby displays, elevator signs, and wall hangings. The legal profession also has a need for effective courtroom graphics and presentation materials that can be printed quickly and easily in rich, vibrant colors.

The Accel-a-Graphix CT4's quality, speed, and flexibility greatly improves posters, signs, window advertisements, banners, and point-of-purchase displays normally sent outside the company, often eliminating the necessity of out-of-house printing.

PRICING, AVAILABILITY & DISTRIBUTION

The XANTE Accel-a-Graphix CT4 has a U. S . list price of $12,995 and is scheduled to begin shipping in February.

XANTE offers a one year warranty and an unconditional 30 day money back guarantee. XANTE products are available direct from XANTE or from authorized resellers worldwide. For more information, please contact Martin Kennedy at XANTE Corporation, 334-476-8189.

XANTE Corporation, founded in 1989, is a privately held corporation headquartered in Mobile, Alabama. The company develops and markets high performance products that enhance the resolution and speed of laser printing. XANTE products are available direct or from re-sellers in the U.S. and worldwide.

XANTE Corp

2559 Emogene St

Mobile, Al 36606

P.O. Box 16526

Mobile, AL 36616-0526

Tel: 334/476-8189

Fax: 334/476-9421


Fujitsu Stylistic 500 Streamlines Searle
FUJITSU PERSONAL SYSTEMS' STYLISTIC 500 STREAMLINES SEARLE PHARMACEUTICALS' SALES FORCE OPERATIONS

SANTA CLARA, Calif. -- January 15, 1996 -- Fujitsu Personal Systems is helping Searle Pharmaceuticals, a $1.5 billion subsidiary of Monsanto Company, solve a complex problem: How does one of the nation's leading pharmaceutical companies improve its sales force's ability to maintain accurate and timely sales and inventory reports, while at the same time reducing unnecessary paperwork and redundant tasking? For Searle, the answer is to literally put the power of the company's information systems into the hands of its sales representatives. With the goal of increasing customer focus, profitability and productivity, Searle has recently equipped its national sales force with mobile computers from Fujitsu.

The Fujitsu Stylistic 500s are being implemented by Searle as a core component of its Territorial Management System (TMS), a program designed to use technology to provide efficient control and management of information, enabling sales representatives to dramatically increase their understanding of their customers and sales territories. Prior to implementing the Stylistic 500s, Searle's sales force utilized electronic tablets, which were limited in functionality to simple capabilities and did not allow for seamless integration with the company's IS operation.

Searle's sales force in the past had to mail sales ordering, expense, and inventory reports to corporate headquarters for the information to be input to the main corporate database. Using the Stylistic 500, Searle's representatives can now download critical reports directly to the database on a daily basis, cutting processing time down by four weeks. On-line reports regarding customers, inventory, and competitive products are also available to representatives at the touch of the stylus.

"The Stylistic 500 allowed us to meet our primary objectives: to find a mobile computing device that was not only light weight and cost-effective, but also powerful enough to support capabilities such as customer information, data sharing, analysis, electronic signature collection, on-line reporting, faxing and e-mail," said Mike Adatto, director of sales, planning and administration for Searle. "We were also impressed with Fujitsu's commitment to providing mobile sales automation products in this competitive industry."

"Businesses such as Searle, which rely on people in the field, demand one-to-one compatibility between desktop and host-based applications and the mobile environment. Searle came to us with a variety of business goals and the Stylistic 500 proved its ability to meet each one to our customer's satisfaction," said Lou Panetta, executive vice president of Fujitsu.

Searle's Stylistic 500 configuration includes a 260 MB hard drive with 12MB of RAM, battery-operated floppy disk drive, a 28.8 modem, and on-board faxing capabilities through the use of the PCMCIA modem.

Measuring 7.2" x 10.7" x 1.5", the Stylistic 500 is a 2.6-pound tablet computer designed for mobile workers running high-end decision support applications in such industries as insurance, utilities, sales automation, and healthcare. Powered by an Intel 486 DX2-50 CPU, the system features 4MB RAM expandable to 20 MB; two Type I/II PCMCIA version 2.0 slots; one ATA slot for either 170MB or 260MB 1.8" hard drive; and an 8-inch transmissive backlit, 64-level VGA screen. The system operates on standard Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) batteries, which can be purchased in most consumer retail outlets.

Searle, a wholly owned subsidiary of Monsanto Company, is a research-based corporation that develops, manufactures and markets pharmaceutical products and other healthcare solutions worldwide.

Fujitsu Personal Systems, Inc., headquartered in Santa Clara, Calif., is a leader in providing solutions for data collection and decision support applications through the development of super portable palmtop, pen-based and communicating computers. Its solutions are designed to meet the needs of applications where light weight, small form factor and long battery life are essential. The company, which has offices throughout North America and Europe, is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Fujitsu, Ltd. Corporate headquarters can be reached at (408) 982-9500. Product information can be obtained by calling (800) 831-3183.

Fujitsu Personal Systems Inc

5200 Patrick Henry Drive

Santa Clara, CA 95054

408-982-9500,  fax 408-496-0575


Mailer's Software Business Coder Option
MAILER'S SOFTWARE INTRODUCES BUSINESS CODER OPTION FOR MAILER'S+4

Business-to-Business Marketers Can Now Target Mailings by SIC Codes

SAN CLEMENTE, CALIF.-MAILER'S Software has unveiled its Business Coder option for MAILER'S+4, the popular direct mail software program for Windows environments. Business Coder appends four-digit Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes to business addresses, making it easy for direct marketers to identify the types of companies contained in a mailing list.

Business-to-business mailers can use Business Coder to learn more about the types of companies that make up their customer base. "Business Coder finally gives a break to the small businessman," says Raymond Melissa, president of MAILER'S Software. "With its combination of speed, precision, and affordability, Business Coder lets the everyday mailer conduct the kind of analysis once available only to large mailers."

Marketers using Business Coder will be able to discover what types of businesses make up their best customers. They can target mailings directly to those types as well as acquire lists based on those SIC codes.

The SIC code system was established by the federal government and categorizes businesses into ten broad industry groups, such as agriculture, manufacturing, retail, finance, etc. These ten groups break down into hundreds of specific business types. Each type is assigned a separate code. Business Coder appends these codes to mailing list records through use of a sophisticated matching algorithm. Business Coder is able to process more than 100,000 addresses an hour. It compares company names and addresses in a mailing list to more than 8.5 million business records contained on the Business Coder CD-ROM. When Business Coder finds a matching address, it appends the SIC code from the CD-ROM to the corresponding mailing list record.

The database used by Business Coder is supplied by Database America Corp., the preeminent source of up-to-date business and residential listings for today's direct marketer. Business Coder is able to code businesses of all types and sizes, including "personal corporations" such as "John Smith, Attorney at Law."

Business Coder is available on CD-ROM for use with MAILER'S+4 version 5.4. The suggested retail price for Business Coder is $490.00.

Founded in 1985 by Raymond F. Melissa, MAILER'S Software specializes in providing PC-based software designed to streamline a business' direct mail operations and reduce mailing costs. The company offers a full complement of direct mail software programs, databases, and mailing lists. A 24-hour bulletin board service (BBS) can be reached at (714) 492-8050. A free MAILER'S Software catalog is available by calling 1-800-800-MAIL or by writing MAILER'S Software at 970 Calle Negocio, San Clemente, CA 92673-6201.


Zenith Intros Z-STATION GT Pentium Pro
Zenith Data Systems Introduces Z-STATION GT Pentium Pro processor-based PCs

Optimized 32-bit personal workstations feature high-performance computing and graphics with Windows NT Workstation pre-installed

BUFFALO GROVE, III.-January 16, 1996 --Zenith Data Systems (ZDS) announced today a new series of high-performance Z-STATION GT PCs based on the latest technology from Intel -- the Pentium Pro processor. Optimized for 32-bit operating systems and applications, the Z-STATION GT Pentium Pro processor-based systems include Microsoft Windows NT Workstation pre-installed. These workstation-class models feature a new six slot/six bay mini-tower chassis that supports full length add-in cards in all of the expansion slots for maximum flexibility.

"The Z-STATION GT Pentium Pro processor-based series is ZDS' answer to the industry's emerging hybrid desktop market for personal workstations," said Jeff Loebbaka, senior director of desktop product marketing at ZDS. "These new systems offer the performance and functionality traditionally provided by workstations, as well as the benefits of personal computers, to meet our customers' business and mainstream computing needs."

The Z-STATION GT's coupling of the Pentium Pro processor with Windows NT provides high performance, processor scalability and powerful graphics that until recently could only be found on high-end workstations. At the same time, this high-end addition to the Z-STATION GT family offers greater price/performance value, a wider range of applications, enhanced ease of use, lower cost of ownership, and increased flexibility typically associated with personal computers.

Processor and platform combine for pure power

The superscalar, superpipelined architecture of Intel's latest-generation chip featured in these new personal workstations enables the processor to analyze much larger sections of data, process more information simultaneously, and do it all more quickly. An innovation called Dynamic Execution also intelligently organizes and prioritizes data so it can be processed even more efficiently. The Pentium Pro processor is further optimized for speed with integrated 256K cache that increases the system performance.

"The performance breakthroughs of the Pentium Pro processor are absolutely astounding," commented Loebbaka. "But to really exploit its potential power - which can yield 40 to 60 percent faster performance than previous Pentium systems -- the new Pentium Pro processor needs a true 32-bit environment. That is why ZDS chose Windows NT Workstation for our new workstation-class Z-STATION GT PCs."

The Z-STATION GT Pentium Pro series ships with Windows NT Workstation pre-installed to optimize the performance of the processor and give users the most power and flexibility possible. Windows NT Workstation is a fully 32-bit operating system -- based on 32-bit code and 32-bit device drivers -- built to handle demanding workstation-type uses requiring advanced power anti performance, powerful graphics, LAN connectivity, expandability, and a stable and robust environment. In addition, the platform provides the true multi-tasking, multi-threaded functionality often required of advanced power users. It can run multiple programs at the same time, as well as have a single program perform multiple tasks simultaneously.

Up-to-speed graphics performance

To ensure graphics performance that keeps pace with the optimized processing speed of the Pentium Pro system, ZDS equips the new-generation Z-STATION GT workstations with an industry-leading graphics accelerator. The Stealth64 Graphics 2201 accelerator from Diamond Multimedia Systems provides the graphics performance needed for graphics-intensive applications and delivers vivid color, Dicker-free resolution, and supports multiple operating systems. It also complements the exceptional graphics capabilities provided by Windows NT Workstation.

New chassis built for flexibility and investment protection

The new mini-tower chassis of the workstation-class Z-STATION GT is designed to offer more expansion flexibility and improved ease of use and serviceability. The system's interior layout allows each expansion slot to hold full-length add-in cards for maximum flexibility. The series also features an optimized power supply that allows the systems to run quieter and increases efficiency by reducing cooling costs.

"From processor to power supply, our new line of personal workstations is optimized for performance on every level," commented Loebbaka. "The entire Z-STATION GT Pentium Pro series is designed for ultimate flexibility and investment protection -- two characteristics that are key at this level of computing."

The new systems offer three PCI full-length slots, two ISA full-length slots and one PCI/ISA combination; three 5.25-inch and one 3.5-inch external drive bays, and two 3.5-inch internal drive bays. State-of-the-industry options such as 28.8 modems, Ethernet and Token Ring cards for connectivity, tape backups and HDDs are available for the Z-STATION GT Pentium Pro series to enable users to grow and adapt the personal workstation to their changing needs.

ISA Configuration Utility makes for easy installation of add-in cards

To make installing add-in cards easier, ZDS has developed its own unique, custom ISA Configuration Utility (ICU). An Intel Plug and Play driver along with ZDS' ICU allows customers to install add-in cards without experiencing conflicts between cards trying to utilize the same resources.

"Our ICU will greatly simplify the process of adding cards," said Loebbaka. "When a customer installs an add-in card in our new Z-STATION GT, the Plug and Play driver and ICU will automatically allocate the appropriate resource to the card, thus preventing conflicts between cards trying to utilize the same resources. We think this feature makes our new system stand out from the crowd.

Configurations, pricing and availability

The new Z-STATION GT Pentium Pro processor-based systems from Zenith Data Systems are offered in both a standard model and as a custom-configured solution, so those with unique needs can have a custom configuration built for their specific performance requirements and budgets.

The standard model includes an Intel Pentium Pro 150 MHz processor, 32MB integrated RAM (with two open SIMM slots for memory expansion to 128MB), a 1.6GB EIDE Mode 4 HDD, 256K internal cache, the Diamond Stealth64 graphics accelerator card, a 3.5-inch 1.44MB floppy drive, a 4X CD-ROM drive, and the Windows NT Workstation operating system and Netscape Internet browser software pre-installed. This configuration has a ZDS list price of $5,243.

Customers can also build their own custom configuration with a choice of memory upgrades, HDDs, Ethernet and Token Ring cards, tape backups and modems.

The new ZDS Z-STATION GT Pentium Pro PCs will be available in February through authorized resellers.

Technical support and warranty coverage

Zenith Data Systems offers 24-hour, seven-days-a-week toll-free customer assistance and product support. Z-STATION GT Pentium Pro desktop computers are covered by a three-year limited warranty for all parts and labor. Z-CARE coverage offers on-site, next business day service for the first year, and 48-hour mail-in or carry-in service for the second and third year. All response commitments are based upon commercially reasonable efforts, and all response times may vary depending on availability and/or the nature of the service requested.

Customers may also connect with the ZDS Internet World Wide Web home page at http://www.zds.com for technical information.

About Zenith Data Systems

Zenith Data Systems, a Bull company, offers a full line of personal computer products ranging from high-performance servers and desktops to its award-winning line of notebook computers and wireless mobile products. With sales locations in more than 30 countries, ZDS markets its products to business, education and government. The company is headquarter" in Buffalo Grove, III., with engineering facilities in Santa Clara, Calif., Billerica, Mass. and Buffalo Grove; and manufacturing facilities in St. Joseph, Mich

Prices quoted are ZDS prices in US. dollars Reseller prices may vary. Resellers determine their own pricing which may be higher or lower than Zenith Data System prices.

Zenith Data Systems

2150 East Lake Cook Road

Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

(708) 808-5000, Fax (708) 808-4434

Internet http.//www.zds.com.

(After 1/20/96, area code will be 847)


New Mastercam CAD/CAM Release at Autofact
New Mastercam CAD/CAM release unveiled at Autofact West '96

January 9, 1996 -- TOLLAND, CT-CNC Software, Inc., will introduce Mastercam Version 6 in Booth #3712 at Autofact West '96 at the LA Convention Center, Los Angeles, CA, March 25-28. Known for its power and simplicity, Mastercam is Windows-based CAD/CAM software for 2- through 5-axis milling, turning, 2- and 4-axis wire EDM, 3-D design, drafting and surface modeling.

Mastercam Version 6 adds many new ease-of-use features to its suite of design and programming tools. Users have more flexibility than ever with new machining options such as radial cutting, which allows a workpiece to be cut outward from a selected point like spokes on a wheel. Toolpaths can now be projected onto an unlimited number of surfaces, and gouge checking has been enhanced. Mastercam's pocketing functions have also been enhanced, and now support multiple pockets and nested islands with a simple window selection.

A fully customizable icon bar lets users choose which tools they use most often and display them at the top of the screen. Greatly enhanced graphics speed provides smoother graphics, and shaded images can now be rotated, panned and zoomed for closer inspection.

New multi-surface manipulation tools let users trim and fillet any number of surfaces in one step, and Mastercam's new 3-fillet blend lets users quickly create a "ball corner" at the edge of three variable radius fillets. The new release also offers three-surface blend creation to speed part modeling.

Mastercam Version 6 includes dozens of additional new features designed to make both basic and complex programming tasks simpler. Examples are a new function for circle milling which allows users to contour unlimited circles in one easy step, and the ability to import TrueType fonts as machinable geometry. New on-line help gives users instant access to Mastercam tips and instructions.

Mastercam Version 6 includes a new SAT translator that imports ACIS solids as surfaces for machining. Mastercam also provides built-in bi-directional translators including IGES, VDA, DXF, CADL, STL, and ASCII at no extra charge. An optional DWG translator is available for Version 6, allowing a more direct transfer from Autocad to Mastercam.

CNC Software, Inc. is a privately-owned corporation founded in 1984. The U.S. based company has provided CAD/CAM solutions to more than 28,000 installations in 56 countries in industries including mold-making, prototyping, automotive and aerospace. Mastercam runs under Windows, Windows NT and Windows 95, and is compatible with all other CAD/CAM systems. For more information about CNC Software, Inc., and its Mastercam family of products, contact CNC Software, Inc., M - F, 8 AM - 6 PM EST at (800) 228-2877 or (860) 875-5006, 344 Merrow Road, Tolland, CT 06084. Or visit Mastercam's Web Site at http://www.mastercam.com.


Microsoft Access/Visual Basic Step by Step

Self-Paced Training from Microsoft Press

For users who want to get to the heart of Microsoft Access to help them build personalized and customized solutions, Microsoft Press offers MICROSOFT ACCESS/VISUAL BASIC STEP BY STEP. Fourteen lessons methodically teach readers, in the highly successful self-paced Step by Step format, how to use this built-in graphical programming language to customize Microsoft Access to work the way they do.

MICROSOFT ACCESS/VISUAL BASIC STEP BY STEP is the quickest way for intermediate users of Microsoft Access for Windows 95 to efficiently teach themselves Visual Basic for Applications and tap into the real power of Microsoft Access.

The fourteen lessons in MICROSOFT ACCESS/VISUAL BASIC STEP BY STEP are grouped into four parts and take as little as 20 minutes each to complete. Part 1 shows readers how to automate database tasks, including how to add command buttons to a form, find and filter records in a form, and respond to data entry events. Part 2 shows readers how to program in Visual Basic for Applications, including how to write functions, debug code, and handle errors. Part 3 shows readers how to create a custom application, including how to gather information in a dialog box, navigate through an application, display custom menus and toolbars, and put final touches on an application. Part 4 shows readers how to work with data and objects, including how to explore objects and collections, customize reports, and share data with other applications.

The Step by Step model is designed to make learning easy. Each lesson previews the tasks readers will learn to do in that lesson, provides exercises readers use to learn these tasks, and then summarizes the instructions at the end of the lesson. Lessons integrate and reinforce skills learned in preceding lessons. A glossary of important terms is included, as well as cross-references to topics in Microsoft Access for Windows 95 online Help and printed documentation.

MICROSOFT ACCESS/VISUAL BASIC STEP BY STEP joins the growing family of bestselling self-paced training products available from Microsoft Press.

Microsoft Press is the independent publishing division of Microsoft Corporation and the leading source of up-to-date information about Microsoft products and related technologies. More than 15 million users rely on a complete line of world-class Microsoft Press computer books and multimedia training and reference tools. Titles ranging from self-paced tutorials for first-time computer users to advanced technical references and programming guides for computer professionals are distributed through book and software retailers worldwide. Consumers in the United States can also order directly from the publisher at 1-800-MSPRESS and through the CompuServe. Electronic Mall (GO MSP); MSN, The Microsoft Network; and the Internet at http://www.microsoft.com/mspress/.

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ "MSFT") is the worldwide leader in software for personal computers. The company offers a wide range of products and services for business and personal use, each designed with the mission of making it easier and more enjoyable for people to take advantage of the full power of personal computing every day.

Microsoft Access/Visual Basic Step by Step

by Evan Callahan

$29.95,368 pages with one 3.5-inch disk

ISBN: 1-55615-890-4

Pub. Date: January 8, 1995

Microsoft Press, One Microsoft Way, Redmond, WA 98052-6399

206-882-8080,  800-MSPRESS


Microsoft Jet Database Engine Pgmr's Guide
Microsoft Jet Database Engine Programmer's Guide

The Essential Reference for the Database Engine Used in Microsoft Windows 95 Applications and Programming Environment

REDMOND, Wash. - January 18, 1996 - Microsoft Corporation announced today the publication of the MICROSOFT JET DATABASE ENGINE PROGRAMMER's GUIDE, the official technical reference for Microsoft Jet, the powerful database engine used in such applications and programming environments as Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Visual Basic for Windows 95.

The MICROSOFT JET DATABASE ENGINE PROGRAMMER'S GUIDE is written by the people at Microsoft who are closest to the technology and includes information that hasn't been published in any other books or manuals.

For programmers who write code that creates and manipulates databases, this book shows how they can easily use Microsoft Jet in any Microsoft Windows 95 product, or use a combination of products to produce faster, more robust, or custom database applications.

In the first chapter, readers will learn what Microsoft Jet is, how to use it, and how it compares to other database engines. Subsequent chapters explain working with sets of records, developing multiuser and workgroup applications, controlling replication, accessing external data, developing client/server applications, optimizing Microsoft Jet data, security issues, and MFC. Each chapter illustrates points with a simple Visual Basic program that is built upon throughout the discussion.

Other topics include:

* Overview-the history and structure of Microsoft Jet, components, services provided, database file layout

* Data Management-creating tables, fields, and other data objects using DAO and SQL examples; setting up validation rules and referential integrity constraints; Microsoft Jet query services; the query processor; different types of queries; creating and saving queries; records and fields; Microsoft Jet data manipulation language; examples of basic data manipulation functions; the major concepts and issues involved in database replication; creating and administering replicated databases

* Performance and Security-implementing the Microsoft Jet security model; workgroups and permissions; creating and maintaining security settings; repairing and compacting databases; encrypting; converting among versions; configuration; opening, querying, and updating data created in a variety of database management systems; driver architecture; implementation details

* Developing Client/Server Applications-Microsoft Jet and the Open Database Connectivity (ODBC) standard; connecting to Microsoft SQL Server as a back-end database

* Working with Other Applications-how to use Microsoft Jet to connect to non-native data sources such as FoxPro Microsoft Excel, or dBASE; using Microsoft Jet functionality in C++ applications through the DAO interface, with numerous code examples

The CD-ROM included with the book contains:

* An online version of the printed Guide, including all code examples and sample files

* Supplementary technical articles

* The DAO Software Development Kit Availability and Pricing

The 632-page MICROSOFT JET DATABASE ENGINE PROGRAMMER'S GUIDE (ISBN 155615-877-7) is available in bookstores and software stores, and directly from Microsoft Press at 1-800-MSPRESS, for the suggested price of $39.95. In Canada, call 1-800-6671115. The GUIDE is also available through the CompuServe. Electronic Mall (GO MSP), MSN , The Microsoft Network, and the Internet at http://www.microsoft.com/mspress/. Shipping and handling charges will apply. Outside North America, contact the local Microsoft subsidiary for pricing and availability.

Microsoft Press is the independent publishing division of Microsoft Corporation and the leading source of up-to-date information about Microsoft products and related technologies. More than 15 million users rely on a complete line of world-class Microsoft Press computer books and multimedia training and reference tools. Titles ranging from self-paced tutorials for first-time computer users to advanced technical references and programming guides for computer professionals are distributed through book and software retailers worldwide. Consumers in the United States can also order directly from the publisher at 1-800-MSPRESS and through the CompuServe Electronic Mall (GO MSP); MSN; and the Internet at http://www.microsoft.com/mspress/.

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ "MSFT") is the worldwide leader in software for personal computers. The company offers a wide range of products and services for business and personal use, each designed with the mission of making it easier and more enjoyable for people to take advantage of the full power of personal computing every day.

Microsoft Press, One Microsoft Way, Redmond, WA 98052-6399

206-882-8080,  800-MSPRESS


Microsoft Money Guide to Personal Finance

Take Charge of Personal Finances with Microsoft Money

Most people using Microsoft Money want to do more than just track what they spend they want to improve their financial situation. MICROSOFT MONEY GUIDE TO PERSONAL FINANCE combines sound financial advice with practical instructions for using Microsoft Money to achieve your financial goals.

MICROSOFT MONEY GUIDE TO PERSONAL FINANCE provides sound, easy-to-understand, easy-to-follow advice on the sometimes bewildering topics of creating and living within a budget; managing credit; understanding and investing in stocks, bonds, and mutual funds; getting ready for college expenses and retirement; and tax planning. A bonus section for small business owners covers using Microsoft Money in business to do payroll, budgeting and job costing, cash management, and other financial survival essentials.

When readers are ready to enter the world of online commerce, MICROSOFT MONEY GUIDE TO PERSONAL FINANCE shows them how to do online account tracking, banking, portfolio management, investment research, and other tasks.

In his straightforward, engaging style, author Steve Nelson mixes tips, techniques, and anecdotes with practical advice. Topics include how to get rich slowly, wild and crazy investing, secrets of smart investing, how to get wired to the world of electronic commerce, and how to save on taxes.

But as readers learn the particulars, Nelson also leads them to see the larger picture. And that equips users to plan an effective overall strategy for computerizing finances and improving financial health.

About the Author

CPA and consultant Stephen L. Nelson is the number-one bestselling author of books on computer-based personal finance. He has written books about Quicken, Microsoft Money, Microsoft Excel, and other spreadsheet and accounting packages. He is also the author of over 10 titles in the successful Field Guide series from Microsoft Press.

Microsoft Press is the independent publishing division of Microsoft Corporation and the leading source of up-to-date information about Microsoft products and related technologies. More than 15 million users rely on a complete line of world-class Microsoft Press computer books and multimedia training and reference tools. Titles ranging from self-paced tutorials for first-time computer users to advanced technical references and programming guides for computer professionals are distributed through book and software retailers worldwide. Consumers in the United States can also order directly from the publisher at 1-800-MSPRESS and through the CompuServe Electronic Mall (GO MSP); MSN, The Microsoft Network; and the Internet at http://www.microsoft.com/mspress/.

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ "MSFT") is the worldwide leader in software for personal computers. The company offers a wide range of products and services for business and personal use, each designed with the mission of making it easier and more enjoyable for people to take advantage of the full power of personal computing every day.

Microsoft Money Guide to Personal Finance

by Stephen L. Nelson

$19.95, 368 pages

ISBN: 1-55615-946-3

Pub. Date: January 30, 1996

Microsoft Press, One Microsoft Way, Redmond, WA 98052-6399

206-882-8080,  800-MSPRESS


Mac-compatible PC Cards from Espon
NEW MAC-COMPATIBLE PC CARDS ARE "APPLE" OF EPSON'S EYE

EPSON's PCMCIA "Mac Cards" Provide Mobile Solution To Apple PowerBook Users

TORRANCE, Calif., Jan. 8, 1996 -- EPSON, a premier provider of cross platform mobile computing solutions, today launched the EPSON Mac Card Family, a group of PCMCIA card hard drives and fax/modems for Apple PowerBooks. A leader in the Macintosh mobile market, EPSON Mac Cards are compatible with Apple Macintosh PowerBooks ranging from the 500 series to the most recent introductions, the 190, 2300 and 5300 series.

"The EPSON Mac Card Family provides users with the complete mobile solution they demand, at a price point that is hard to beat," said Mark Warlick, assistant marketing manager, PCMCIA card products, EPSON. "We also address a number of applications that are critical for Mac users. For example, our extensive line of hard disk drives provides the graphic arts market the ability to transfer large data files securely and easily."

The Mac Cards currently available through authorized retailers are:

   14.4Kbps cellular fax/modem

   14.4Kbps XJack fax/modem

   14.4Kbps standard fax/modem

   170MB hard drive

   260MB hard drive

Earlier this month, EPSON announced two new additions to the Mac Card Family, a 28.8Kbps XJack fax/modem and a 340MB hard disk drive; both will be available in mid-January. The fax/modem cards comply with all major fax/modem specifications and include Macintosh fax software.

The Mac Card Family is covered by EPSON's "compatibility guarantee" like all EPSON cards purchased through retail channels. Under this money-back guarantee program, if an EPSON card is not 100 percent compatible with the end user's system after driver and software installation, EPSON retailers will fully refund the purchase price of the card. Additionally, EPSON offers an exclusive Data Recovery Program (DRoP) for recapturing valuable data in case of severe damage to any hard disk drive card. With this program, users can have their data retrieved for a $69.95 service fee. All EPSON cards are covered by EPSON's standard two-year limited warranty, with an additional year provided upon return of the registration card, and come standard with Card and Socket Services.

EPSON offers an extensive array of technology products, including ink jet, laser and dot matrix printers, scanners, portable and desktop computers, and for the OEM market, a variety of component and electronic devices. Founded in 1975, Epson America, Inc. is an affiliate of Seiko Epson Corporation, a global manufacturer and supplier of high- quality technology products that meet customer demands for increased functionality, compactness, systems integration and energy efficiency. Epson America, Inc. is headquartered in Torrance, Calif. For more information on EPSON and its products, please call 1-800-BUY-EPSON ext. 3000 or stop by our corporate website on the Internet at hhtp://www.epson.com.


ACC Danube Branch Office Router Enhanced
ACC EXTENDS FUNCTIONALITY OF ITS DANUBE BRANCH OFFICE ROUTER WITH THE UNIVERSAL WAN/ISDN INTERFACE CARD

New UWAN/ISDN interface card gives Danube users WAN access with ISDN backup for only $700 (US)!

Santa Barbara, Calif. (January 16, 1996) -- Advanced Computer Communications, Inc. (ACC), the leading provider of network access solutions for the home, office, and enterprise, has added a new Universal WAN (UWAN)/ISDN interface card option for the company's popular Danube branch office router. This new card provides significant investment protection by extending the Danube's functionality options, making it possible to support Frame Relay or leased lines with ISDN backup on a single interface card.

The Danube is ACC's full-featured router that supports all the protocols found in today's networks. The UWAN/ISDN interface card is a field- installable, serial interface which provides X.21 or V.35 connectivity with an ISDN Basic Rate Interface (BRI). The UWAN/ISDN interface card allows the Danube to support leased line or Frame Relay access with an ISDN backup link when a link failure occurs. The UWAN comes standard with ISDN S/T and autosensing synchronous interfaces.

"With this interface card, the Danube provides investment protection as internetworking requirements change," said Steve Fields, ACC's senior product marketing manager. "The Danube can be initially configured for ISDN only operation and as data requirements change, the configuration can be changed to support a leased line or Frame Relay connection with no additional hardware costs."

The UWAN/ISDN interface card is intended for applications requiring a 56/64 Kbps leased DDS line. When the UWAN serial port is operational, the ISDN BRI interface supports a single B channel connection for backup. If the UWAN serial port is not enabled, both B channels and Multilink can be utilized.

The Danube is ideally suited for remote sites and branch offices, interconnecting to regional or corporate locations. Now, with the introduction of the UWAN/ISDN interface card, there are even more options available to Danube users -- especially those Frame Relay or leased line applications requiring mission critical backup. Using the UWAN/ISDN interface card, a primary Frame Relay or leased line connection can be supported by a backup switched ISDN connection.

Pricing and Availability

The UWAN/ISDN interface card for the Danube is priced at $700 (US) and will be available for shipment in February.

About ACC

ACC is a leading manufacturer of network access products that provide cost-effective solutions for the home, office, and enterprise. ACC leads the industry in the development of Bandwidth Optimization technologies to maximize the utilization of leased lines and switched services. ACC's products are sold worldwide through 80 leading international VARs and OEMs serving corporate and business customers, educational institutions, health care, retail establishments, governments, and PTTs.

ADVANCED COMPUTER COMMUNICATIONS

340 STORKE ROAD

SANTA BARBARA, CA 93117

TELEMARKETING: 1-800-444-7854

CUSTOMER SERVICE: 1-800-666-7308

PHONE: 1-805-685-4455

FAX: 1-805-685-4465

E-MAIL: info@acc.com

WWW: http://www.acc.com


Adobe & DPI Offer Network Printing Solutions
Adobe and DPI To Offer Network Printing Solutions

Waltham, Mass., (January 15, 1996) -- DPI (Digital Products, Inc.), a leader in network printing, announced today a joint development and license agreement with Adobe Systems Incorporated (Nasdaq:ADBE) to offer a new generation of printer networking tools for printer manufacturers (OEMs) and end-users in the network printing market. This alliance will offer the network printing market, leading state-of-the-art network printing solutions -- including network connectivity, printer management software, and leading printer technology.

"Our customers, both printing vendors and end-users, know Adobe for our leading technology and industry standard pdl (page description language) Adobe PostScript," notes Steve Dailey, Printing Product Manager. "While the pdl itself is, of course, a critical aspect of network printing, Adobe recognizes the need to address the installation, ease-of-use, performance and management of printers on networks. Adobe is leveraging DPI's expertise in network printing to increase the breadth of the printing solutions we can offer our customers. Adobe PostScript technology is being optimized for network printing, and in combination with DPI's leading network printing technology, will offer customers and end users top performing network printing solutions."

The alliance will bring together two leaders in the printing industry in order to provide a very compatible network-ready printer platform for Adobe customers. Adobe PostScript technology will be enhanced to incorporate SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) and reporting mechanisms needed to provide appropriate status information. The networking will be built on DPI's standard core and future network print serving enhancements and incorporated with Adobe's platform. DPI's network product will include its standard core capabilities, such as Novell NEST, SNMP Management (Printer MIB) support, bi-directional Apple, and other technologically advanced features.

"This relationship brings together the leaders in network connectivity, printer management software, and printers," comments DPI Vice President of OEM Sales, Neil Peterson. "We consider it an honor  that Adobe chose DPI to jointly offer more advanced cost-effective network print server solutions to all Adobe customers. Clearly, it is recognition of the quality of our technology, products and plans for future directions."

Adobe Systems Incorporated, founded in 1982, is headquartered in Mountain View, California. Adobe develops, markets and supports computer software products and technologies that enable users to create, display, print and communicate electronic documents. The company licenses its technology to major computer, printing, and publishing suppliers, and markets a line of applications software and type products for authoring visually rich documents. Additionally, the company markets a line of powerful, but easy to use, products for home and small business users. Adobe has subsidiaries in Europe and the Pacific Rim serving a worldwide network of dealers and distributors. Adobe's 1994 revenue was approximately $598 million

DPI (Digital Products Inc.), a privately-held company, is a leading worldwide supplier of state-of-the-art network printing solutions. DPI commercially manufactures both NETPrint external print servers and JETXPrint internal cards. DPI has 10 years experience developing OEM versions of its solutions for various printer controller architectures. Its standard off-the-shelf network print server and interface is equal to or surpasses all competitive products in performance, protocol completeness and reliability. In addition, DPI is licensed by Novell to distribute, sell, and support NEST SDK Technology. For more information, contact Neil Peterson, Vice President, Digital Products Inc., 411 Waverley Oaks Road, Waltham, MA 02154. Phone (617) 647-1234. Fax (617) 647-4474.


Adobe Prepress Products Spun Off to Luminous
Adobe Spins Off Prepress Products to Luminous

Luminous to market Adobe prepress application products

Mountain View, Calif., (January 11, 1996) (Nasdaq: ADBE) -- Adobe Systems Incorporated today announced that negotiations for creating a new company, Luminous Corporation, to support prepress application products have concluded. Under the terms of the agreement, Luminous has acquired or licensed, and will continue to develop, market and distribute, Adobe's award winning prepress products. Adobe has an equity stake in Luminous and maintains ownership of certain core technologies for Adobe prepress products. Also, Adobe has designated Luminous as the exclusive distributor of version 1.0 of the Adobe Virtual Network product. Luminous will be primarily staffed by former Adobe prepress personnel. Financial terms of the agreement were not disclosed.

"Adobe is committed to providing our customers with the technology they need to produce industry-leading printing solutions, from low end with PrintGear to high-end with our core technologies for professional, on-demand, and high-end commercial printing," stated Fred Schwedner, Adobe vice president printing and systems division. "This is a win win situation for both Adobe and Luminous customers. As part of our strategy to realign our resources, Adobe can focus on the development and enhancement of our core technologies in production imaging, including the prepress market. We can deliver solutions to the high-end through our OEMs, which now includes Luminous. Luminous can focus on developing the distinctly different distribution channels required for the specific needs of customers in the prepress industry. This is a positive move for both companies."

Core technology rights retained by Adobe include the trapping, imposition and OPI technology. Adobe will also retain a dedicated engineering team working on developing these core technologies and integrating them into the Adobe production imaging technologies.

Luminous will consolidate product development and marketing for Adobe's prepress products at Luminous' headquarters in Seattle, Washington. Customer and technical support for ColorCentral,For Immediate Release For more information Jennifer Polanski Adobe Systems Incorporated 415 962.2197 http://www.adobe.com/ or Barbara Burke Burke & Associates for Luminous Corporation 206 938.8827 bburke206@aol.com

TrapWise, PressWise, PrintCentral, PrePrintPro, OPEN and Adobe Virtual Network version 1.0 will be provided by Luminous for North America effective January 1, 1996. Support in Europe will be provided by current distributors through January. Luminous and its distributors will provide European support beginning February 1. For more information, customers can call Luminous at 800-685-6736.

The Luminous prepress products all support professional printing and publishing with Adobe PostScript. The Luminous prepress products will also be expanded to include Adobe Acrobat PDF capabilities. Adobe provides customers with high-end image setter and printing product solutions with its CPSI (Configurable PostScript Interpreter) technology. Luminous has licensed Adobe CPSI to develop products for the digital desktop prepress market and to expand the Adobe PostScript RIP (Raster Image Processor) market in the high-end printing arena.

"We are looking forward to forging new territory in the high-end print production world by blending Luminous' innovative product development, delivery and support with Adobe's core technology," said Jim Betlyon, Luminous' president and chief executive officer. "Luminous will offer customers the industry leading products they are used to while developing new components for a comprehensive production environment to meet the increasingly complex technology requirements in the print publishing market."

Adobe Systems Incorporated, founded in 1982, is headquartered in Mountain View, California. Adobe develops, markets and supports computer software products and technologies that enable users to create, display, print and communicate electronic documents. The company licenses its technology to major computer, printing and publishing suppliers, and markets a line of applications software and type products for authoring visually rich documents. Additionally, the company markets a line of powerful, but easy to use, products for home and small business users. Adobe has subsidiaries in Europe and the Pacific Rim serving a worldwide network of dealers and distributors. Adobe's 1995 revenue was approximately $762 million.

Luminous Corporation is a privately held company based in Seattle, Washington that develops and delivers innovative software and systems to the prepress, print production, printing and graphic arts industries.


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UTAH TECH WATCH - - by David Politis - - 1/20-22/Edition

Last week's MacWorld Expo saw a flurry of activity from Salt Lake City-based Dayna Communications.

In total, the developer of networking and communications products made no fewer than six different product announcements at the San Francisco trade show.

These included announcements about new products, future product shipping dates, and the availability of previously announced products.

Look for more product information from Dayna over the next three to six months.

Mac WordPerfect kudos

WordPerfect also made waves at the Mac conference by the Bay.

Novell's WordPerfect 3.5 for the Macintosh was selected as the winner of the 1995 MacUser Editors' Choice Award for "Best New Word Processing Application" for both the Mac and Power Macintosh.

January's MacWorld Expo marked the second straight year that WordPerfect for the Macintosh had won a prestigious "Eddy" award.

Since the latest version of the word processor began shipping in August 1995, it has been selected by several leading computer trade publications as the best in its class. Among these are awards from MacHome Journal, NewMedia, and Mac Today.

Cirque enters keyboard market

Earlier this week, touchpad technology leader, Cirque Corp., broke new ground as it announced the availability of a retail keyboard.

Titled the Cirque GlidePoint Wave Keyboard, the new keyboard incorporates Cirque's GlidePoint trackpad technology into an ergonomically-designed split-key keyboard.

Historically, Cirque's patented GlidePoint technology has been incorporated into standalone trackpads manufactured by the Salt Lake City-based firm or licensed to other firms for use as peripherals, or built into replacement keyboards and notebook computers.

The new keyboard is available immediately and expected to retail for under $100.

Novell funds reseller scholarships

In response to what it calls "brisk market demand," Novell has announced a $17 million scholarship program designed to increase the amount of certified Novell support professionals in North America.

The PartnerNet scholarship program is available to Novell's Gold and Platinum level resellers.

According to Novell, shipments of NetWare in 1995 outshipped all other networking operating systems combined by nearly a 2-to-1 margin.

Novell estimates that it has more than 150,000 Certified NetWare Engineers, Certified Novell Administrators and Certified Novell Instructors. In addition, the networking giant trains more than 62,500 student customers every month.

Leading computer sellers announced

Finally, a recent edition of a computer trade publication has released its list of the top 100 computer retailers in the U.S., based upon total revenues for the year. And several of the chains with a Utah presence made the list.

According to Computer Retail Week's January 1/8, 1996 edition, the top national chain with a Utah presence was Computer City, ranking nationally at #3, with an average of $19.2 million per store in 1995 sales.

Circuit City was ranked nationally at # 5 with per store sales estimated at $4.5 million. Egghead came in 7th nationally, with per store sales of $3 million.

OfficeMax and Sears came in at numbers 9 and 10, with per store average sales in 1995 of $1.6 million and $900,000, respectively.

Sam's Club and Wal-Mart came in next at #s 12 and 13, with per store average sales of $1.3 million and $300,000.

PriceCostco placed at #17 nationally with per store sales of $2.0 million, while RadioShack placed 19th and averaged $50,000 per store in computer sales.

RadioShack's sister company, Incredible Universe, placed 27th on the list nationally, with per store sales in 1995 of $16.8 million.

Also making the list were Kmart at #39 ($30,000 per store), Media Play at #43 ($500,000 per store), Fred Meyer #60 ($400,000 per store), R.C. Willey Home Furnishings #75 ($3.8 million per store), and Toy R Us #80 ($30,000 per store).

Putting this list into perspective, the top seven "local" computer retailers on a per store basis (ranked 1-7) are 1. Computer City, 2. Incredible Universe, 3. Circuit City, 4. R.C. Willey, 5. Egghead, 6. PriceCostco, and 7. Wal-Mart.

Each store moved a minimum average of at least $1.3 million in hardware and/or software in 1995.

A marketing communications consultant that specializes in high-tech and health care clients, David Politis welcomes column ideas at 801-569-2592 or via the Internet at dpolitis@altatech.com.


ICL Warning to Local Gov't on Superhighway
ICL issues warning to local government - "Don't be seduced by the Superhighway"

12 January 1996 -- ICL, the leading information technology company, today issued a warning to local government not to be seduced by new technology and the hype surrounding the Information Superhighway. Speaking in London at a press conference on local government's role in the Information Society, Richard Masters, managing director of ICL Local Government, encouraged authorities to grasp the opportunities offered by this technical and social revolution but urged a cautious and pragmatic approach. This caution is borne out of ICL's involvement in more than 50 Information Society initiatives across the country and in particular its role within the Stoke Digital City consortium, which recently won more than $5 million DTI Regional Challenge funding. "The Information Society will be huge - worth around $100 billion by the year 2000 according to recent research," said Masters. "It will change the way we live, learn and work and has the potential to transform local government, impacting service delivery, economic development and education & training." However, Masters warned against authorities rushing headlong into this: "The Information Society is a step into the unknown. To reap the benefits requires careful business and market planning, marketing, political drive & backing, major resources and, not least, vision."

Public and private sector partnerships are also important according to Masters. The Stoke project, for example, includes Stoke-on-Trent City Council, ICL, North Staffordshire Chamber of Commerce, Staffordshire University and Staffordshire TEC. Planning for the Stoke Digital City project began in 1994 and the fruits will not be seen until the end of 1996 when the high tech Digital Centre opens at Trentham Lakes in North Staffordshire. Brian Smith, chief executive of Stoke on Trent City Council, shares ICL's concerns. "Local authorities need to embrace the Information Society and create an environment in which all citizens can participate but they need to tread carefully, to think long term and to resist investing in technology for technology's sake."


Intergraph into Broadcast & Entertainment
Intergraph Expands into Broadcast, Entertainment Markets with New Digital Media Division, First Product to be New StudioZ Workstation

HUNTSVILLE, AL, JAN. 16, 1996 -- Intergraph Computer Systems (ICS) today announced that it is entering the high-growth markets of Broadcast and Entertainment with a new Digital Media division.

"Intergraph Computer Systems' TDZ 3D graphics Workstation launched in Nov. 1995 for 3D graphics applications gave us a strong entry into the high-end animation market. This new Digital Media division will focus on high performance and affordable Windows NT-based desktop solutions for the Broadcast and Entertainment markets. These solutions were previously available only on expensive RISC/UNIX workstations," said Wade Patterson, Executive Vice President of Intergraph Computer Systems.

Jeff Edson, vice president of the new Digital Media Division, will be responsible for product development, marketing, and new market development. "Also part of the Digital Media organization is Intergraph's Digital Media Studio, a leading-edge video production house that will use Digital Media products as it transitions from analog to digital video solutions," said Edson. "Having a Digital Media user as part of the division will give us firsthand insight and more...

experience into the challenges faced by video and movie producers and other professionals in this dynamic marketplace."

StudioZ, a new Windows NT and Pentium Pro-based workstation for high- end component serial digital video (known as D1) generation, will be announced in March '96 and featured in April at the National Association of Broadcasters in Las Vegas. StudioZ is the first new product to be announced by the Digital Media division.

FIRST SERIAL DIGITAL VIDEO ON WINDOWS NT

Perhaps the most significant contribution of StudioZ to the creative video professional will be the availability of D1 on the Windows NT platform. Component serial digital video was previously available only on expensive, proprietary, and complicated RISC/UNIX workstations. D1 digitizes and manipulates the input sources used for the video with online quality and streams them directly from the hard disk to video in real time. Unlike analog, which degrades in quality from one video generation to the next, serial digital video produces high-quality video with no generational loss of video integrity. With StudioZ's component D1 capability, video professionals can capture, edit, assemble, and play back true broadcast-quality video.

COMPLETE DESKTOP VIDEO SOLUTION

"The announcement of StudioZ will be good news for the broadcast and entertainment markets because it is a single high-performance, affordable workstation for video authoring, editing, assembly, and playback. In the past, each of these stages required a separate expensive and proprietary workstation. StudioZ will be one affordable, open system that performs all of the steps required in video content creation, including component serial digital video pre-production, production, and post-production. Plus, D1 capability means that the highest true broadcast-quality media is generated with StudioZ," said Patterson. "The D1 capabilities of StudioZ will complement Intergraph's existing Video Engine desktop workstation for edit, capture, and playback of analog video under the newly formed Digital Media organization.

StudioZ builds on Intergraph's recently announced TDZ, a high-end workstation for 3D animation, simulation, multimedia and computer- aided design (CAD). StudioZ will add video more...

edit, assembly, and broadcast to the 3D design, rendering, and animation capabilities of the TDZ. On a single desktop, a StudioZ user will be able to script and storyboard narration and organization; create 3D designs and animations and merge them with live video; add sound and music; edit and assemble the various media; and convert the finished product to a form ready for broadcast -- all in real time.

"Until now, video producers required multiple systems to accomplish all the tasks they needed to perform, which made video production an extremely expensive and time-consuming process," said Edson. "In a traditional video production scenario, pre-production tasks like script-writing and storyboards were accomplished on a PC, while animation graphics creation required an expensive and proprietary RISC/UNIX machine. In addition, an expensive online editing suite was often essential for assembly, editing, and final video production."

"StudioZ will bring these steps together in one affordable system," continued Edson. "It will run the familiar Microsoft office tools available under Windows NT, which are ideal for pre-production activities like script-writing. StudioZ incorporates Intergraph's GLZ graphics accelerators, which employ the industry's most advanced technology for geometry acceleration, rendering, and texture processing in hardware. These features enable users to create superior-quality 3D graphics and animations. Hardware support for these sophisticated capabilities offloads the CPU from all graphics processing tasks, achieving phenomenal rendering speeds. GLZ hardware graphics acceleration, along with the amazing speed of the Pentium Pro processor, means that StudioZ achieves video creation speeds that were previously attainable only by the most expensive RISC/UNIX workstations.

Finally, StudioZ's new D1 capability will support post-production editing and assembly of broadcast-quality video -- that is, true broadcast-quality video viewed on national television and in theatre animations. StudioZ's price/performance ratio and feature set will surpass -- by a wide margin -- RISC/UNIX systems that have held the market share in the broadcast video and entertainment arenas."

"With a new Digital Media division focused on high-end digital video products and solutions, as well as a complete desktop video workstation for broadcast-quality video creation, more...

edit, assembly, and playback, Intergraph is well positioned to secure a leadership role in the Broadcast and Entertainment markets," said Patterson.

ANNOUNCEMENT AND AVAILABILITY DATES

StudioZ will be announced in early March and will be publicly demonstrated at the National Association of Broadcasters industry trade show in April in Las Vegas. StudioZ will be deliverable at this time.

INTERGRAPH BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Intergraph Computer Systems develops, manufactures, sells, and supports computer systems for the Technical Desktop -- the combination of compatible technical applications and personal productivity tools in a single desktop computer. Hardware products include personal workstations and servers. A member of the Fortune 1000, Intergraph is the world's largest company dedicated to supplying interactive computer graphics systems.

Call: 800-763-0242 for more information, or reach us on the Internet at http://www.intergraph.com/ics.


Intergraph TDZ 3D Graphics Workstations
Intergraph TDZ 3D Graphics Workstations and Softimage 3D Animation Software Bundled at $15,500 Introductory Price

HUNTSVILLE, AL, JAN. 16, 1996 -- Intergraph Computer Systems today announced the bundling of its high-performance TDZ 3D Graphics Workstations with Softimage 3D for Windows NT animation software for a starting price of $15,500. Now with the TDZ, current users of Softimage -- those with the most demanding visual-effects requirements in the games, interactive titles, film, broadcast and video industries - - can enjoy the same or better features and capability at half the cost of their RISC/UNIX systems. Additionally, a greater number of creative professionals previously using PC-based tools for 3D graphics can now afford Silicon Graphics Indigo Extreme performance without moving to expensive UNIX solutions. Intergraph is the only certified hardware vendor for Softimage 3D on the Intel/Windows NT platform and will participate in the Softimage 3D for Windows NT launch, Jan. 16 - 23 in San Francisco, New York, London, and Tokyo.

Available immediately, the entry-level bundle includes Softimage 3D for Windows NT and a TDZ-300 3D Graphics Workstation with a single 150 MHz Pentium Pro processor; Windows NT; Intergraph's GLZ1 graphics card (including 12 MB Video RAM, 24-bit double-buffered true color, 24-bit Z-buffer, 92 total video planes total, and 1,152 x 864 maximum resolution); 64 MB RAM; 2 GB hard drive; 21" multisync monitor; quad-speed CD-ROM; PCMCIA; and a multimedia keyboard with built-in speakers and microphone. A hardware texturing option can be added for $4,000. Many other configurations are available including single, dual or quad 200 MHz Pentium Pro processors, up to 256 MB of main memory, additional hard disk drives, and a choice of high-resolution monitors.

"At less than half the cost of an SGI Indigo2 Extreme, the TDZ and Softimage 3D bundled offer makes professional-level 3D graphics affordable to animators everywhere," said Wade Patterson, Executive Vice President of Intergraph Computer Systems. "Our goal is for a greater number of creative professionals to experience unparalleled 3D graphics performance, thus dramatically increasing the number of TDZs on animators' desktops," said Patterson.

The TDZ 3D Graphics Workstation offers animators SGI-class 3D graphics capability with its superior GLZ OpenGL 3D graphics performance and advanced graphics features, Pentium Pro processor power that rivals RISC, the open and user-friendly Windows NT Workstation operating system, built-in multimedia features, and full service and support.

"Intergraph's TDZ gives Softimage users excellent graphics performance with hardware texture mapping and very fast rendering speeds," said Shirish Nadkarni, Director of Marketing for Softimage. "And Intergraph's price for the bundle is very aggressive which will attract both current and new users of Softimage."

Shipping since Nov. '95, the single-processor TDZ-300 and dual-processor TDZ-400 were the first 3D graphics workstations to offer 150 MHz Pentium Pro processors running Windows NT. In December, Intergraph was also the first to ship 200-MHz Pentium Pro processor-based TDZs. Quad-processor configurations will be available later this quarter.

MEETING THE HIGH-PERFORMANCE DEMANDS OF CREATIVE PROFESSIONALS

"Professional animators require fast throughput for model creation, rendering, and animation to meet their stringent production deadlines and to keep pace with the spontaneity of their creative minds, said Bert Sesona, President of Digital Sight and Sound, a Dallas-based digital media systems integrator. "Until now, this system performance could be achieved only on SGI workstations, which, because of their proprietary and expensive nature, limited this power to only a select few. With a Pentium Pro-and Windows NT-based TDZ workstation, animators can do the same kind of work with the same power as an SGI workstation for about half the price,"

Another benefit of the TDZ to professional animators is the ability to do hardware texture mapping, which before the TDZ was an expensive luxury that few animators could afford. "The TDZ is the only Windows NT workstation with hardware texture mapping," said Steve Pesto, Intergraph Computer Systems' Senior Manager of Graphics. "It requires a lot of horsepower to display a texture on a hardware- shaded object in real time. SGI is the only other vendor with a machine that is really very good at texture mapping, but the TDZ outperforms SGI and is priced at thousands of dollars less."

"Softimage has one of the most in-depth animation tools on the market today. Whether you're going for dynamic simulations, character animation, or generating any kind of movement whatsoever, Softimage is a robust toolset for movement or character creation. The TDZ provides the rendering and animation speed to drive Softimage to its optimum potential," said Pesto.

"In addition to animation and rendering speed that rivals RISC- based workstations, superior 3D graphics capabilities including hardware- texture mapping, and an open, non-proprietary operating environment, Intergraph offers creative professionals workstation-quality support," said Patterson. "Intergraph ensures the success of its customers with a worldwide service and support organization, 24-hour technical support, and a three-year warranty that combines the best elements of typical workstation and PC warranties."

PRICING AND AVAILABILITY

Beginning immediately, the special TDZ/Softimage 3D bundles are offered through Feb. 29, 1996. Please call 800-763-0242 or 205-730-5441 for information about your nearest, authorized reseller.

INTERGRAPH BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Intergraph Computer Systems develops, manufactures, sells, and supports computer systems for the Technical Desktop -- the combination of compatible technical applications and personal productivity tools in a single desktop computer. Hardware products include personal workstations and servers. A member of the Fortune 1000, Intergraph is the world's largest company dedicated to supplying interactive computer graphics systems.

Call: 800-763-0242 for more information, or reach us on the Internet at http://www.intergraph.com/ics.


Integrated Plant Package - Industrial Piping
ALGOR INTRODUCES INTEGRATED PLANT PACKAGE FOR ENGINEERING OF INDUSTRIAL PIPING SYSTEMS

JANUARY 15, 1996, PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA -- Plant engineers and pipe stress analysts now have a full set of software tools to analyze and engineer piping systems, pressure vessels and heat exchangers for a variety of industries.

Algor, Inc., a leading maker of engineering analysis and design optimization software, has released Integrated Plant Package (IPP), the first total solution to aid engineers in designing, engineering and analyzing piping systems, pressure vessels and heat exchangers. All IPP components are available for use with Windows 95, Windows NT and UNIX operating systems.

"Using IPP enables engineers to design safer piping systems faster and at a lower cost," said Michael L. Bussler, president and chief executive officer of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-based Algor, Inc.

"IPP is the only line of software in which every component is focused exclusively on addressing the engineering challenges of piping and vessel systems," said Bussler.

IPP consists of the three primary software tools that engineers need to analyze piping systems and their components, all integrated with each other and with other Algor mechanical engineering and design optimization software:

* Pipepak is a complete piping system structural analysis program for both static and dynamic evaluation of piping systems.

* FE/Pipe is a beam, shell and brick element finite element analysis (FEA) program which provides timely solutions using advanced finite element technology, coupled with ASME code guidelines.

* BOS/Fluids simulates how steady state and transient fluid phenomenon affect piping systems.

In addition, users can add sophisticated Algor FEA capabilities to FE/Pipe:

* Accupak performs nonlinear analysis on FE/Pipe components, including plastic deformations and creep analysis.

* Beam Design Editor integrates structural components into the design of the piping system.

Algor's IPP software uses the guidelines of the major codes as the foundation for engineering safe and cost-effective piping and vessel systems. Codes include the American Society of Mechanical Engineers' Section VIII, Division 2 and Section III NB, NC and ND codes, American National Standards Institute B31, National Electrical Manufacturers Association SM 23, Standards of the Tubular Exchanger Manufacturers Association, British Standard 806 and Bulletins of the American Petroleum Institute.

"IPP enables the user to design plants with intelligence and confidence when the project requires interpretation of code rules and guidelines," said Bussler.

Algor's IPP software will fit into any existing design and engineering software environment through of a series of IPP add-on interfaces. For example, the user can import piping systems designed with Autopipe, Intergraph PDS or Caesar II for engineering evaluations using IPP and export engineering models to general purpose FEA programs, such as Algor, ANSYS, NASTRAN and others.

In October, Algor announced that it had entered into a long-term strategic relationship with the Paulin Research Group to develop and market engineering software for the piping and related industries. IPP is the first series of products to result from this strategic partnership between Algor, Inc. and Paulin Research Group. Anthony Paulin of the Paulin Research Group is a leading expert in pipe stress analysis software and the original developer of CAESAR II, a piping analysis program owned and marketed by COADE.

"With the IPP line, Algor and Paulin Research Group have actively addressed needs and suggestions from Algor's customers to deliver enhanced capabilities in their piping engineering and analysis software," said Bussler.

Algor, Inc. is an international company providing a broad range of technology-based products and services to the engineering community. Algor consists of four divisions:

Algor Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Design Optimization Software Division: More than 11,000 engineers in more than 60 countries use Algor for mechanical engineering analysis and design optimization in UNIX, Windows 95 and Windows NT operating environments.

Houdini Interface Division: Houdini is the first and only software to convert a CAD solid model created in any major CAD system into an eight-node finite element mesh for use with virtually all major FEA software. Besides selling Houdini, Algor offers Speed Mesh Service to provide eight-node "brick" finite element mesh generation to mechanical engineers and product designers.

Integrated Plant Division: Algor sells a line of piping and vessel system software to serve the industrial plant design market.

Algor Publishing Division: Algor publishes and distributes books, videos and multimedia products which help engineers in industry and academia do better design and analysis with all types of engineering software.


ALR First to Offer 166MHz Pentium Servers
ALR FIRST TO OFFER MULTIPROCESSOR SERVERS FEATURING 166-MHZ PENTIUM TECHNOLOGY

PRICES START AT $3,795

Irvine, CA, January 16, 1996 - Advanced Logic Research Inc. (NASDAQ:AALR), an industry leader in the design, manufacture, marketing and support of advanced computer systems, reaffirms its leadership position in SMP technology by announcing the first multiprocessor servers to support Intel's 166-MHz Pentium processors. 166-MHz models have been added to the Revolution MP, Revolution Q-SMP, and Rack-Mountable Revolution Q-SMP servers. In addition, users will be able to upgrade their existing QSMPs and MPs to 166-MHz Pentium technology as a result of ALR's modular processor technology.

"We see continued demand for proven Intel Pentium technology in a server platform. The new Intel 166MHz Pentium processors are ideal for our core business customers," explains Genny Ortegon, ALR's vice president of marketing. "With the scaleable nature of our server systems, the faster processor speeds offer a reliable performance gain while insuring a suitable upgrade path," says Ortegon.

ALR REVOLUTION MP

Positioned as ALR's entry-level server, the DUAL processor-ready Revolution MP adds the new 166-MHz processor to its wide range of Pentium processor options. This system boasts 512-KB cache, 8-MB RAM (expandable up to 512-MB), six EISA slots, four PCI slots (one of which is shared), nine drive bays, and a 64-bit PCI graphics adapter. Pricing for the new system starts at $3,795.

ALR REVOLUTION Q-SMP

The award winning Revolution Q-SMP is ALR's premier multiprocessing server. It was the first to support QUAD 90-, 100-, 133-MHz, and now it is the first quad processing system to ship with 166-MHz Pentium processing. The system includes 16-MB EDC (Error Detection & Correction) RAM standard (expandable to 1-GB), up to 2-MB of dedicated two way set associative cache per processor, six EISA slots, four PCI slots (one of which is shared), 13 total drive bays (18 total with ALR's Quick Hot Swap option), and a 64-bit PCI graphics adapter. Fault tolerant options available include redundant power supplies and RAID solutions. Pricing for the new system starts at $7,995.

ALR RACK-MOUNTABLE REVOLUTION Q-SMP

ALR also introduced 166-MHz Pentium processor versions of the Rack- Mountable Revolution Q-SMP. ALR first brought to market its rackmount server solutions in June '95. As one of the first PC manufacturers to offer a true rack solution, the Rack-Mountable Q-SMP provides MIS directors and managers the convenience of CENTRALIZATION - multiple servers in one location as opposed to various rooms, floors or buildings, ORGANIZATION - all servers in a clean, organized rack format as opposed to multiple hubs, routers, cables, etc., and EASE OF SERVICEABILITY - with front/back door access and drawer format, all components are easily accessible for repair or replacement.

There are two rack sizes available from ALR; 44U and 22U solutions. The 44U rack will support up to four Revolution Q-SMP server system drawers each supporting up to four 100-, 133- and now 166-MHz Pentium processors. Each of its main components, the CPU system drawer, Quick Hot Swap Storage drawer, and AutoDAT back-up drawer come standard with redundant power supplies (the storage and DAT drawer RPSs are also hot-swappable).

Each server is capable of handling up to 1-GB of EDC (Error Detection & Correction) RAM, up to 2-MB of dedicated cache per processor, 6 - EISA slots, 4 - PCI (one of which is shared EISA/PCI). Additional options include Uninterruptible Power Supplies and 4/8 Port Switch Boxes allowing multiple servers to be controlled from one central keyboard/mouse/monitor. Pricing for the new rack-mountable system starts at $16,295.

The ALR REVOLUTION MP, ALR REVOLUTION Q-SMP, and the ALR RACK-MOUNTABLE REVOLUTION Q-SMP are available immediately. Pricing is listed in U.S. dollars, reseller pricing will vary:

ALR REVOLUTION MP

REVOLUTION MP (PCI/EISA) Standard features include: 8-MB RAM expandable to 512-MB; 512-KB Cache; six 32-bit EISA slots, four 32-bit PCI Local Bus slots (one is a shared PCI/EISA slot); three 3.5" and six 5.25" drive bays; one 3.5" 1.44-MB floppy drive; Dual Channel enhanced PCI IDE (Mode 3) interface supporting up to four IDE peripherals; 1-MB PCI Local Bus video; 300 Watt power supply; floor-standing tower (24.2"H x 7.5"W x 15.25"D, 50 lbs.); 101-key enhanced keyboard; two 16550-compatible serial ports, one parallel port, one mouse port, one keyboard port. Upgradeable to dual processing at Pentium 90-, 100-, 133-, 166-MHz Pentium processors. MP SPEC V1.1 compliant.

Model                         Suggested Retail Price

5166 Model 1                          $3,795

ALR REVOLUTION Q-SMP

REVOLUTION Q-SMP (PCI/EISA) Standard features include: 16-MB RAM expandable to 1-GB (EDC - Error Detection & Correction), ten slots total: six 32-bit EISA slots, four 32-bit PCI slots (one is a shared EISA/PCI slot), two 3.5" and eleven 5.25" drive bays, one 3.5" 1.44-MB floppy drive, 256-KB, 1-MB or 2-MB two way set associative Cache (per CPU module), 1-MB PCI SVGA video, 575 Watts power, double floor-standing tower (25.75"H x 12.75"W x 21"D, 70 lbs.), 101-key enhanced keyboard, two 16550-compatible serial ports, one parallel port, one mouse port, one keyboard port. Supports up to four 90- ,100-, 133-, 166-MHz Pentium processors. ALR Quadflex SMP Architecture. MP SPEC V1.1 compliant.

Model                         Suggested Retail Price

5166 Model 1 with 1-MB Cache          $7,995

5166 Model 1 with 2-MB Cache          $8,995

ALR RACK-MOUNTABLE REVOLUTION Q-SMP

All Rack Models standard features include: 24U (24/ models) or 44U (44/ models) rack; 1- (R1 models) or 2-MB (R2 models) L2 cache; redundant 575 watt power supply; 64-MB EDC RAM; 6 EISA slots, 4 PCI slots (1 is a shared PCI/EISA slot); 1.44-MB floppy; CD-ROM drive; 1-MB PCI video; two 3.5" bays; three 5.25" bays; six quick hot swap bays.

Model                         Suggested Retail Price

24/166 R1                            $16,295

24/166 R2                            $17,295

44/166 R1                            $17,295

44/166 R2                            $18,295

166 SD1                              $15,295

166 SD2                              $16,295

Advanced Logic Research Inc. is an industry leader in the design, manufacture, marketing and support of computer systems targeted at the client/server and desktop markets. ALR's comprehensive portfolio of upgradeable and affordably-priced products includes sophisticated multiprocessor network servers, high-performance workstations, PC desktops, Pentium processor add-on products and multimedia options kits. Founded in 1984, the Irvine, Calif.-based company has shipped over 700,000 PCs and employs approximately 475 people worldwide. Advanced Logic Research Inc.'s common stock is quoted on the NASDAQ Stock Market under the symbol "AALR".

ALR serves its worldwide markets through export sales from the U.S. and subsidiaries in Singapore (ALR International), Frankfurt and London. ALR International also maintains branch sales and support offices in Hong Kong and Malaysia.


Innovative Scholar Award to Chilean Proj.
Apple Presents Innovative Scholar Award to Chilean Education Project

Enlaces Project Creating Nationwide Computer Network to Link all Chilean Schools

CUPERTINO, California--January 15, 1996--Apple Computer, Inc. today presented the first Apple Innovative Scholar Award to the Enlaces Project, a program of the Chilean Ministry of Education. The award recognizes the program's outstanding contributions to the improvement and equity of education in Chile through the pioneering use of computers and the Internet. The goal of the Chilean program is to create a nationwide computer and telecommunications network that will eventually link all Chilean schools, from kindergarten through 12th grade.

"We selected the Enlaces Project as our first winner because it demonstrates the power of new technologies to bring rich curriculum, teacher development, and administrative support to poor and isolated schools," said Dr. David Dwyer, Apple distinguished scientist, Advanced Technology Group.

The Apple Innovative Scholar Award consists of a U.S.$50,000 stipend to support six months of residence for a member of the recipient team at the Apple's Research and Development complex in Cupertino, California. The recipient will work closely with the company's Apple Classrooms of Tomorrow (ACOT) research group.

In addition, the award supports the completion of a book-length manuscript describing the origin, development, and successful practices of the recipient organization.

This award was established to recognize university-based scholars for their personal and professional contributions and/or future promise of significant contributions to the field of education. In addition, the program strives to make the work of the recipient accessible to a broad audience of people with a vested interest in education including parents, teachers, school administrators, education researchers and policy makers.

Apple Computer, Inc., a recognized innovator in the information industry and leader in multimedia technologies, creates powerful solutions based on easy-to-use personal computers, servers, peripherals, software, online services, and personal digital assistants. Headquartered in Cupertino, California, Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) develops, manufactures, licenses and markets solutions, products, technologies and services for business, education, consumer, entertainment, scientific & engineering and government customers in over 140 countries.

If you are considering the purchase of an Apple product and would like to have product information faxed to you, please call 1-800- 462-4396 in the U.S. or 1-800-263-3394 in Canada. If you do not have a fax machine or would like to locate an Apple authorized reseller near you, please call 1-800-538-9696. Customers outside the U.S. should contact their local Apple representatives for information.

K-12 Internet home page on the World Wide Web: http://www.info.apple.com/education

Apple's home page on the World Wide Web: http://www.apple.com/


MetaTools Kai's Power Tools 3 for Win95/NT
MetaTools, Inc. Ships Kai's Power Tools 3 for Windows 95/NT

New Release Offers a Host of New Tools and Precise Controls Over Imaging Special Effects

CARPINTERIA, CALIF., JAN. 16, 1996--MetaTools, Inc., formerly HSC Software, today announced that it is shipping Kai's Power Tools(R) (KPT (R)) 3 for Windows 95/NT. Users will find a vast array of advanced, new imaging effects in KPT 3, substantially adding to the functionality of KPT 2. Users can now interact with their digital creations through a significantly enlarged real-time previewing environment, instant RIP to screen and powerful, precise controls over the creation of custom effects.

"KPT 3 brings dramatic, new levels of imaging technology to users of Adobe Photoshop and other 100 % Adobe plug-in compatible image editing applications," said John Wilczak, founder and CEO of MetaTools, Inc. "The expanded real-time previewing environment, especially with KPT Lens f/x, real-time visual presets, precise control over effects, marked performance improvements and new texture algorithms, give users a vast new array of imaging tools and techniques."

New functionality in KPT 3 includes:

KPT Lens f/x, a high precision, multi-special effects instrument that allows users to adjust parameters, such as smudge, noise, find edges and Gaussian blur, and gives them the ability to drag the visual device anywhere on the screen and simultaneously view effects in real time.

KPT Spheroid Designer, which gives users an impressive 3D ray-tracing engine to render custom 3D spheres at any size, up to 1,000 at a time, and apply bump-mapping, color, transparency and more.

KPT Interform, which allows users to interactively mix multiple textures to produce a completely new texture and to generate animations as QuickTime movies.

An advanced KPT Texture Explorer engine, which algorithmically creates a new generation of textures, each on an infinite plane with no tiling.

Four-times larger, real-time preview windows.

The ability to view effects full-screen before applying them.

New preset management functions, including the ability to view and select presets graphically.

Thirty six steps of undo and redo, accessible either graphically or by using the standard Control Z or R keyboard commands.

"KPT Spheroid Designer has quickly become my primary video background creation tool," said Rodney L'Ongnion, principal of 4U2C in Hollywood, Calif., a beta site for KPT 3. "With KPT's real-time feedback, I can mix subtle blends of colors almost as fast as the producer can ask for new graphics."

New modifiers, apply modes, increased functionality and updated user interface designs lead the enhancements to the plug-in applications and filters found in the previous version. Special effects, such as KPT Page Curl, KPT Seamless Welder and KPT Vortex Tiling, are now presented visually, allowing users to easily control direction and intensity, and to apply channel operations in real time. Modifiers, such as hue rotate, saturation, brightness and contrast, similar to the parameters found in the KPT Vector Effects Color Tweak module, are now available in KPT Gradient Designer and KPT Texture Explorer.

MetaTools designs, develops, publishes, markets and supports software tools for the creation, editing and manipulation of computer graphic images, digital art and Internet/online content for Windows, Macintosh and other operating systems. The Company is located in Santa Barbara County at 6303 Carpinteria Ave., Carpinteria, CA 93013; Tel: 805- 566-6200; Fax: 805-566-6385; World Wide Web server: http://www.metatools.com.


Apple Proceeding with Restructuring
Apple Computer Proceeding with Initial Phase of Business Restructuring

Operating Results for First Fiscal Quarter Consistent with Previous Indications

CUPERTINO, California--January 17, 1996--Apple Computer, Inc. today announced financial results for its first fiscal quarter of 1996, ended December 29, 1995. For the quarter, Apple's net revenues were $3.1 billion, an 11% increase over the first quarter a year ago. Unit shipments for the quarter grew by 12% to 1.3 million. Both net revenues and unit shipments represented Apple's highest quarterly totals ever.

As Apple previously indicated on January 10, the Company's gross margins as a percentage of net sales declined significantly during the quarter, resulting in a net after-tax loss for the quarter of $69 million, or a loss of $0.56 per share. This compares with a net profit of $188 million, or $1.55 per share in the same quarter a year ago.

Consistent with its previous disclosure, Apple also announced a company- wide restructuring of its operations. The initial phase of this restructuring, which has begun, will result in the layoff of approximately 1300 full-time, temporary and contract employees worldwide over the next 12 months, representing a reduction of at least 8% of Apple's total work force. As a result of these specific planned actions, the Company expects to record an associated charge of at least $125 million before taxes in its results for the second fiscal quarter, which ends March 29, 1996. The Company said that additional restructuring actions and additional charges against earnings are possible in the second fiscal quarter and in future quarters, reflecting a continuing implementation of its restructuring process.

"Our results for the first quarter do not reflect the tremendous intrinsic strengths of the Apple franchise, including our brand equity, loyal customer base, undeniable technology leadership, outstanding products, and solid competitive advantages in key markets and growth sectors such as education, consumer, multimedia, publishing and the Internet," said Michael Spindler, Apple's president and chief executive officer. "The task in which Apple management and its Board of Directors is currently engaged is to utilize Apple's strengths in order to position the Company for long-term strength and success.

"The most immediate and obvious work we must undertake is to quickly streamline operations. The workforce reduction is a necessary first step, and will begin primarily in sales, marketing and administration.

"In addition, we have started a systematic evaluation of our strategic investments and business portfolio. To date, this has resulted in a divesting of our investments in Kaleida and Taligent, while retaining access to the technology these firms produce. We have also refocused our online services strategy away from a stand-alone proprietary business to one which uses and integrates with the Internet, which means we don't have to develop a costly infrastructure ourselves.

"Next, we have begun to develop strategies to fundamentally change our business model. In products, we intend to simplify our product portfolio so our offerings focus primarily on innovative, differentiated and best-of-class products in our key market segments in education, business and the home. Our strategy will be to build brand preference around these offerings. In order to assure a full selection of Mac OS-based products in all parts of the market, we will pursue a much broader licensing of the Macintosh operating system.

"In addition, we are pursuing expanded business alliances to further promote and extend our platforms, evolve new businesses that utilize our strengths in multimedia and the Internet, and better manage our assets by leveraging the expertise and capabilities of our business partners.

"Addressing the strategic issues before us and restoring the company to profitability will take time. Based on our current internal forecasts, we expect to report an operating loss for our second fiscal quarter, independent of further restructuring charges.

"Our goal is to ultimately redesign Apple's business so that we can carry out our most important strategic missions. These include ensuring the continued superiority of the Macintosh platform, especially in the areas of multimedia and the Internet; vibrant support from developers; the highest customer satisfaction and brand loyalty; leading positions in markets where Apple competes; and increased shareholder value," said Spindler.

Financial Results

Revenues and unit shipments increased during the quarter as the Company shipped more than one million PowerPC processor-based Macintosh units during the quarter--the highest number of RISC processor-based systems ever in a single quarter.

For the period, international revenue accounted for 51 percent of net sales, compared to 47 percent of net sales in the year-ago period. International revenues grew 19% compared with the first quarter of last year. These results included 26% growth in revenues and almost 50% in units in Japan, and approximately 18% growth in European revenues. The growth in European revenues and profits represented the fastest revenue growth rate in that region in the last few quarters.

Gross margins as a percentage of net revenues dropped to 15.1% of net sales for Q1 1996, a sequential drop of 5.6 percentage points from 20.7% of net sales for Q4 1995 and a 13.6 percentage point decline from 28.7% in the year-ago quarter.

The Company attributed the decline in gross margins to more aggressive pricing across its markets during the competitive holiday selling season, particularly in Japan-the Company's largest market outside of the U.S. Apple's gross margins were also impacted during the quarter by inventory adjustments of approximately $80 million before taxes to reflect current pricing pressures.

Total research and development and sales, general and administrative expenses for the first quarter were $594 million, or 18.9% of net sales, compared with $547 million or 19.3% of net sales in the same period a year ago.

Except for the historical information contained herein, the matters discussed in this news release are forward looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. Potential risks and uncertainties include, without limitation, continued competitive pressures in the marketplace; the effect competitive factors and the Company's reaction to them may have on consumer and business buying decisions with respect to the Company's products; the consequences competitive factors and buying decisions may have on current inventory valuations; the effect of any continued losses on the Company's needs for liquidity; the effect of the announced business restructuring on the future performance of the Company, especially the performance of the Company's employees; and the need for any future restructuring, and the effect that they might have on the performance of the Company. More information on potential factors which could affect the Company's financial results are included in the Company's Form 10-K for the 1995 fiscal year, filed with the SEC.

Apple Computer, Inc., a recognized innovator in the information industry and leader in multimedia technologies, creates powerful solutions based on easy-to-use personal computers, servers, peripherals, software, online services, and personal digital assistants. Headquartered in Cupertino, California, Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) develops, manufactures, licenses and markets solutions, products, technologies and services for business, education, consumer, entertainment, scientific & engineering and government customers in over 140 countries.

Apple's home page on the World Wide Web: http://www.apple.com/


AST Demos Quick-to-Market P6 Strategy
AST DEMONSTRATES QUICK-TO-MARKET STRATEGY WITH INTEL PENTIUM PRO PROCESSOR FOR BUSINESS DESKTOPS

IRVINE, Calif., Jan 15, 1996 -- Giving computer resellers the ability to quickly deliver leading-edge solutions to their performance-hungry and cost-conscious customers, AST Research (ASTA-NASDAQ) today announced it will be among the first manufacturers to deliver high-end business desktop systems to computer resellers based on the advanced PentiumR Pro processor from Intel Corporation.

With shipments expected to begin at the end of this month, the Bravo MS-T 6150 will be one of AST's most advanced business desktops and is designed for use in performance-intensive environments, including financial, statistical and scientific applications. Its aggressive street price of $4,560 enables it to be a viable, cost-effective alternative for many tasks traditionally performed on more costly systems.

"AST's product development machine is beginning to fire on all eight cylinders," said Ian Diery, AST president and chief executive officer. "Being quick-to-market with Pentium Pro processor-based systems demonstrates the ability of our engineering team to efficiently integrate the latest Intel technologies, which strengthens the commitment to our resellers that we will provide them with a competitive response to products from direct marketers."

"With the Bravo MS-T 6150, we believe that AST will be able to significantly raise the price/performance bar in satisfying customer's high-end processing needs," said Intel's G. Carl Everett, vice president, Desktop Products Group. "In addition, we applaud AST's new quick-to-market strategy that will help both companies continue to push the technology envelope."

Utilizing Microsoft's 32-bit Windows NT operating system, the Bravo MS-T 6150 extends the award-winning line of AST products to support the complete range of currently-available Pentium and Pentium Pro processor platforms from Intel. The incorporation of the Intel Pentium Pro processor into AST's Bravo line is viewed as an optimum solution for business users looking to maximize their PC investment.

The Bravo MS-T 6150 offers enhanced expandability with five drive bays - two internal 3.5-inch and three external 5.25-inch - along with four 32-bit PCI slots and three 16-bit ISA slots. Other features include:

* Enhanced performance from a 150MHz Pentium Pro processor

* Robust storage from hard drives up to 1.6GB

* Fast data access with 16MB of memory, expandable to 128MB with

  256KB secondary cache

* Quick graphics and vibrant color from a PCI-based 64-bit ATI

  graphics controller with 2MB of graphics RAM, expandable to 4MB

* Realistic stereo sound from 16-bit SoundBlaster-compatible

  audio

SERVICE AND SUPPORT

AST backs all of its products with a host of multi-source support programs including a toll-free "hot" line for users in the United States. AST InfoLine, an interactive voice-response system with fax-response diagnostics and instructions, and Info-FAX, a 24- hour local and international voice-automated fax-response product information source. Additionally, AST OnLine!, AST's own bulletin board service as well as Compuserve (GO:ASTFORUM), Prodigy (JUMP:AST SUPPORT) and America Online (KEYWORD: AST) online forums allow users to talk, meet, share ideas and answer questions with other AST users.

CORPORATE BACKGROUND

AST Research Inc., a member of the Fortune 500 list of America's largest industrial and service companies, is one of the world's leading personal computer manufacturers. The $2.468 billion company develops a broad spectrum of desktop, mobile and server PC products that are sold in more than 100 countries worldwide. AST systems meet a wide range of customer needs, ranging from corporate business applications to advanced home and home office use. Corporate headquarters is located at 16215 Alton Parkway, P.O. Box 57005, Irvine, Calif. 92619-7005. Telephone (714) 727-4141 or (800) 876-4278. Fax (714) 727-9355. Information about AST and its products can be found on the World Wide Web at http://www.ast.com.


Ensign Event Mngt & Systems Admin. Solution
Boole & Babbage Delivers Command and Control of Client/Server Systems With Ensign R3

Out-of-the-Box Solution Enhanced With a New Console, Over 50 Automation Modules, and Three New Applications

San Jose, California - January 15, 1996 -- Boole & Babbage, Inc. (NASDAQ: BOOL), the leader in enterprise automation solutions for distributed systems, today announced a major new release of Ensign, its event management and systems administration solution for multisite, heterogeneous client/server environments. The new release, known as Ensign R3, features new support for Windows NT, in addition to Novell NetWare and 13 leading UNIX operating systems, a new distributed control console, more than 50 predefined surveillance and automation modules, plus interoperability with Scheduling, Software Distribution and Trouble Ticketing applications -- all in a low cost, easy to install management suite.

"Ensign R3 now delivers the consolidation, integration and automation capabilities necessary to improve service levels of mission-critical applications being deployed on virtually any UNIX or PC LAN server," said Saverio Merlo, senior vice president, marketing of Boole & Babbage.

True Multiplatform Support

Ensign R3 offers support for PC LAN servers running NetWare, version 3.1 and 4.1, and Windows NT, expanding its reach to the majority of client/server systems being deployed or in production. In addition, Ensign R3 offers the most extensive support for UNIX platforms, including IBM AIX, HP-UX, SUN OS, Solaris, SNI Sinix, SGI IRIX, SCO UNIX, AT&T GIS, NCR Tower, Dolphin, Ultrx and Digital UNIX (formerly OSF/1). From a common interface, administrators can now easily configure and deploy a solution that manages availability and daily operations of their heterogeneous UNIX, NetWare and NT environments.

Integrated Console for Optimum Event Management

A new customizable console integrates alert and system administration functions. Icons correlated to color-coded alerts let operators simultaneously identify both server and application problems, and drill down to the appropriate corrective action. A new intelligent Ensign Request Broker (ERB) module features a rules-based architecture that forwards alerts representing certain critical conditions to the appropriate notification device, including UNIX-mail, SNMP manager, pager, printer or fax. For example, critical alerts appearing during non-business hours can be automatically escalated to an alternate console in a different time zone, or to a pager to notify an on-call technician. Additionally, ERB performs automated polling for IP devices, such as PCs, routers, bridges and hubs, as well as heartbeat checking for Ensign Agents.

Through the new Troubleshoot function, an alert message can be accompanied by context-sensitive graphical tools or automated corrective actions to resolve specific problems. In this way, critical alerts can be resolved by both highly-skilled systems administrators or Help Desk support staff with limited knowledge of UNIX commands.

Because the Ensign R3 MultiPoint-Control architecture allows selected routine alerts to be distributed to junior administrators and Help Desk staff at distributed consoles, centralized senior administrators can focus their expertise on more high-level management tasks, such as security violations, systems automation and computer environment expansion.

Enhanced Automation

More than 50 predefined filters and automation modules allow Ensign R3 to begin troubleshooting and automating system fixes immediately following installation, without customization. When customization is desired, a new graphical Alarm Builder creates alert management rules, eliminating time-intensive development and maintenance of alert definition and automation rules.

Management-in-a-Box

A new "out-of-the-box" intelligent install program plus consolidated CD packaging enables Ensign R3 to install in less than 10 minutes. "Most distributed systems management products require significant development efforts before they can provide basic management functionality in a customer environment," said Chet Geschickter, vice president of the Hurwitz Consulting Group in Boston. "There is a strong need in the market for pragmatic solutions like Ensign R3 that can deliver management-in-a-box capabilities at affordable prices."

Application Interoperability & Enterprise Scalability

Ensign R3 also functions as an open platform for running best-of- breed management applications, including OCS Express for Scheduling, Remedy ARS for trouble ticketing and Tangram AM:PM for software distribution.

An integration toolkit is also available for customers who want to integrate Ensign R3 with their existing system management applications. Native applications can be launched from the Ensign R3 console. Ensign R3 will also ensure their usability and availability by checking processes and sending alert messages to appropriate consoles, as required.

Ensign R3 intelligent agent technology extends the scalability and reach of COMMAND/POST, the Boole & Babbage enterprise management solution, as well as the leading frameworks like HP OpenView and IBM SystemView for AIX.

Pricing and Availability

Ensign R3 will be shipping during Q1 1996. Pricing begins at $5,000. For more information please call 800/544-2152.

Boole & Babbage is a worldwide leader in Enterprise Automation solutions for managing distributed systems. The company works in partnership with customers to boost systems availability, reduce overall computing costs and strategically automate the entire IT enterprise. Through advanced interoperability, its proven solutions let customers gain proactive control of their distributed computing environments -- from mainframe to desktop and legacy to client/server. Boole & Babbage products complement Help Desk, data center operations, network and systems administration and storage management.

Boole & Babbage has 42 offices in 26 countries, including three data centers and four development labs. The company's products are available through direct channels and a worldwide network of distributors and resellers.

Contact:

 Shelly Gordon

 Boole & Babbage, Inc.

 408-526-3430

 sgordon@boole.com

 http://www.boole.com


Borland Prevails in Lotus Copyriht Suit
BORLAND PREVAILS IN LOTUS COPYRIGHT SUIT

Five-Year Old Lawsuit Comes to an End

SCOTTS VALLEY, Calif. -- January 16, 1996 -- Borland International Inc. today announced it has won its five-year copyright infringement suit with Lotus Development Corporation. The U.S. Supreme Court, which had agreed to hear the case last year, affirmed a decision by the First Circuit Court of Appeals which had ruled in Borland's favor.

"We are extremely pleased to close the final chapter of this case," said Gary Wetsel, president and CEO of Borland International. "This victory is a win for software developers and computer users worldwide. This has been a long, hard fought case and we appreciate the support we have received from user groups worldwide, various software industry organizations, and other experts in the field of software development and copyright protection."

LOTUS V. BORLAND BACKGROUND

Lotus initially filed its suit in 1991. In August 1992, the U.S. District Court in Boston ruled that an optional feature in Borland's spreadsheet products, called the Command Hierarchy, infringed the copyright of Lotus 1-2-3. Borland voluntarily removed this feature from shipping versions of the product following the decision. The court reaffirmed its decision in July 1993.

In August, 1993, the Federal District Court ruled that another compatibility feature in Quattro Pro and Quattro Pro for Windows infringed the copyright of Lotus 1-2-3. The court subsequently entered an injunction against Borland against further sales or distribution of then current versions of Borland's spreadsheet products. In response, Borland shipped new versions of Quattro Pro that did not include the features found to be infringing, and announced it would seek an immediate appeal.

In March of 1995, The United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit reversed the District Court ruling that Quattro and Quattro Pro infringe the copyright of Lotus 1-2-3. In written opinions, three appellate judges held in favor of Borland. In its opinion, the court concluded: "Because we hold that the Lotus menu command hierarchy is uncopyrightable subject matter, we further hold that Borland did not infringe the copyright by copying it."

Borland sold its Quattro Pro spreadsheet to Novell Inc. in March 1994. The case attracted widespread attention from copyright experts, government agencies and computer users who submitted "friend of the court" briefs.

BORLAND: MAKING DEVELOPMENT EASIER

Borland International Inc. (NASDAQ:BORL) is a leading provider of products and services targeted to software developers. Borland is distinguished for its high quality software development tools, which include Delphi, Delphi Client/Server, Borland C++, Visual dBASE, Paradox and InterBase. Borland's award-winning products are supported through comprehensive programs for small- and large-sized software developers, corporate developers, value added resellers and systems integrators. Founded in 1983, Borland is headquartered in Scotts Valley California.


Lotus Shipping Secure Int'l Edition of Notes
LOTUS IS SHIPPING MORE SECURE INTERNATIONAL EDITION OF NOTES RELEASE 4

OZZIE OUTLINES NEW FEATURE AT RSA DATA SECURITY CONFERENCE

SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 17, 1996 -- Lotus Development Corp. today announced that the International Edition of Lotus Notes Release 4 is shipping with 64-bit encryption, providing users significantly greater protection against adversaries than previous international versions of the product.

Ray Ozzie, president of Iris Associates, the developer of Lotus Notes, informed an audience at the RSA Data Security Conference here today that Notes Release 4, which began shipping this month, utilizes a new method of security called "differential workfactor cryptography." This new method allows the International Edition of Notes to use an encryption key equal in strength to the 64-bit key in the North American Edition, without the use of "key escrow" technologies. Lotus' unique encryption technique significantly increases international customers' information security, while neither increasing nor decreasing government access to encrypted information as compared to previously exported releases of Lotus Notes.

Ozzie explained that in the International Edition of Lotus Notes Release 4, whenever an encrypted 64-bit bulk data key is generated by the product, it is bound to a "workfactor reduction field," giving the U.S. government exclusive access to 24 of the 64 bits. When using the North American Edition of Lotus Notes within the U.S. and Canada, however, full 64-bit encryption is employed without the "workfactor reduction field." The two editions of Notes are fully interoperable.

"We are very pleased to have arrived at a pragmatic short-term solution that addresses our international customers' requests for greater security within Notes," Ozzie said. "However, we continue to argue vigorously that, due to clear and present threats to our global information systems, all interests would be well served by widespread use of strong, high-grade cryptography. Without substantial rethinking of U.S. cryptography policy, particularly as it pertains to export controls, our global and national economic security is at risk."

Lotus has used cryptography to provide many of the security features found in Lotus Notes. When Notes first shipped in December 1989, Lotus pioneered the use of both public key and exportable secret key algorithms in commodity products. Lotus has been one of the major forces in the industry's drive for global economic security, arguing for liberalized export restrictions on high-quality secure information systems.

Lotus Notes Release 4 will support 16 platforms and 20 languages. French, German, International English, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese will ship simultaneously with the U.S. versions. Brazilian, Portuguese, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French Canadian, Hungarian, Norwegian, Polish and Swedish will ship within 90 days.

Lotus Notes is the leading client-server platform for developing and deploying strategic groupware applications that help organizations communicate, collaborate and coordinate strategic business processes within and beyond their organizational boundaries to achieve improved business results. More than 7,000 companies and 3.3 million people use Notes to improve key business processes such as customer service, sales and account management, and product development. Lotus Notes supports all major operating systems: IBM OS/2 Warp, Apple Mac OS, UNIX platforms including IBM AIX, Sun Solaris, HP-UX, and SCO OpenServer, and Microsoft Windows and Windows NT. Notes is also available as a NetWare loadable module for the Novell environment.

Lotus Development Corp., a subsidiary of IBM Corp., offers high quality software products and support services that reflect the company's unique understanding of the new ways in which individuals and businesses must work together to achieve success. Lotus' innovative approach is evident in a new class of applications that allows information to be accessed and communicated in ways never before possible, both within and beyond organizational boundaries. The company also provides numerous support services, both from its consulting division and its award-winning 24-hour support center.

EDITOR'S NOTE: All Lotus news releases are available on the Internet, via the Lotus Development Corp. Home Page at http://www.Lotus.com. The Lotus Home Page is an easy way to find information about Lotus and its business partners' products and services.

A copy of this release and other company information is also available via fax by dialing 1-800-57-LOTUS within the U.S. and Canada or 201- 946-2336 outside the U.S. and Canada. Questions concerning the service should be directed to Lotus' corporate communications department at 617-693-5625.


FTP & Firefox Announce Merger Agreement
FTP SOFTWARE, INC. AND FIREFOX COMMUNICATIONS INC. ANNOUNCE MERGER AGREEMENT

Combined organization to deliver unique solutions for the Enterprise, Internet and Intranet

ANDOVER, Mass., and SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 17 -- FTP Software, Inc. (Nasdaq: FTPS), the leading independent supplier of desktop and enterprise TCP/IP solutions, today announced a definitive merger agreement pursuant to which Firefox Communications Inc. (Nasdaq: FFOX), a leading supplier of server-centric departmental and LAN-based IP solutions and services, will become a wholly-owned subsidiary of FTP Software. The merger is expected to extend both companies' ability to provide complete TCP/IP based solutions to the corporate and enterprise marketplace. This will also allow the combined company to offer the most complete suite of desktop and departmental IP solutions available today, and additionally address the requirements of organizations wishing to connect their local networks to Internet and Intranet resources in a secure and managed way.

In the merger, which will be designed to be tax-free to Firefox shareholders and to be accounted for as a pooling of interests by FTP Software, each share of Firefox common stock will be converted into one share of FTP Software common stock. Currently, there are approximately 6.9 million fully diluted Firefox shares outstanding (under the treasury stock method). Under the merger agreement, the one for one share conversion rate is adjusted, if necessary, such that the aggregate value of consideration to be received by Firefox shareholders will not be greater than $100 million or less than $80 million. Furthermore, the agreement includes a re-negotiation provision whereby the parties have agreed to re-negotiate in good faith the transaction if FTP Software's share price moves to less than $8.60 per share or more than $17.50 per share.

The merger will bring together Firefox's award-winning, server- centric TCP/IP product range for the Novell NetWare market, and FTP Software's market leading desktop IP application suites. FTP Software client applications will also be able to take advantage of Firefox's server-based access control and firewall technology.

Through this merger, FTP Software will enhance its extensive offerings of Internet and Intranet communication solutions. In the summer of 1995, FTP Software announced its intention to address the need for LAN server-based products with particular emphasis on the NetWare market. The merger with Firefox is expected to enable FTP Software to achieve this aim. The companies also plan to develop products in the areas of communications groupware, collaborative applications and messaging systems.

David Zirkle, chairman, president and CEO of FTP Software said "Since our agreement in November to jointly develop and market internetworking solutions, we have realized the proposed unification of FTP Software and Firefox will strengthen FTP Software's stated direction of providing Internet and Intranet-based products and services to the Novell NetWare and Windows NT market. FTP Software's strength in providing desktop IP solutions, combined with Firefox's leadership in the server-based TCP/IP market, is expected to deliver significant benefits to new and existing joint customers. In addition, Firefox's strength in the European marketplace will enhance the combined company's ability to meet the growing global demand for IP systems and solutions."

"Firefox has established itself as a leader in the server-centric LAN communications solutions market" said John Kimberley, chairman and CEO of Firefox. "Our range of TCP/IP applications and messaging solutions will benefit from being combined with FTP Software's technology leadership to provide an outstanding product line. We also believe that Firefox can benefit significantly from FTP Software's market presence and worldwide sales and distribution channels - particularly in the USA where FTP Software has a significant presence."

Individually, FTP Software and Firefox have addressed different segments of the IP marketplace. The companies believe that growing market demand for more comprehensive solutions has created a large opportunity for a single organization that can address the full range of TCP/IP applications and networks. The merger of Firefox and FTP Software will result in a single supplier able to address these needs on a global basis.

The FTP Software and Firefox product lines are complementary with little overlap. The merger will result in a company that can create product suites to address a broad set of IP-based communication needs at the desktop, departmental or enterprise levels.

After the merger, Firefox will be a Business Unit within FTP Software and will be primarily responsible for the combined company's server solutions. The sales, marketing and support operations of FTP Software and Firefox will be combined, emphasizing FTP Software's commitment to a global business. In the near term, there is expected to be no change in the current FTP Software and Firefox channel strategies.

Following the merger, John Kimberley, presently chairman and CEO of Firefox, will join the Board of Directors of FTP Software and will serve as vice chairman of FTP Software and executive vice president of the Firefox Business Unit, reporting to David Zirkle. Peter Simkin, presently chief technical officer of Firefox, will become chief technical officer of FTP Software.

Certain officers, directors and other major Firefox shareholders have agreed to vote their shares in favor of the merger. The Board of Directors of Firefox has determined that the merger is fair and in the interests of Firefox shareholders, and has unanimously recommended that the shareholders approve the merger at a special meeting expected to be held in April 1996.

The merger will also require the approval of FTP Software's shareholders, and the FTP Software Board of Directors has also determined that the merger is fair and in the best interests of FTP Software shareholders. The FTP Software Board has unanimously recommended that FTP Software shareholders approve the merger at a special meeting also expected to be held in April 1996.

This press release includes forward-looking statements which are subject to change, based on various important factors. In addition to the approval by shareholders of both companies, the consummation of the merger is subject to obtaining pooling of interests accounting treatment and certain other customary conditions, including requisite regulatory approvals. Accordingly, there is no assurance that the merger will be completed. Additional information on potential factors that could affect the companies' financial results may be included in the companies' respective annual reports on Form 10-K to be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, together with their recent respective quarterly reports on form 10-Q.

FTP Software is the leading independent supplier of Internet software solutions that enable millions of PC users worldwide to access resources across LANs, enterprise networks and the global Internet. The publicly held company is a pioneering developer of TCP/IP and interconnectivity applications and is committed to providing technically superior products for sharing of information across disparate computing platforms and networks. Information on FTP Software, Inc., including this press release, is available electronically via FTP Software, Inc.'s World Wide Web home page (http:://www.ftp.com).

Firefox Communications, Inc. was founded in 1989 and is the leading supplier of server-based TCP/IP communications software for Novell's NetWare based network operating systems. Firefox products provide enhanced security and management capabilities for TCP/IP and Internet connections. Information on Firefox Communications, Inc., including this press release, is available electronically via Firefox Communications, Inc.'s World Wide Web home page (http://www.firefox.com).


Fulcrum Alliance Partner Program
FULCRUM ANNOUNCES RESELLER PROGRAM TO EXTEND EXISTING RELATIONSHIPS, ATTRACT NEW RESELLERS

ALLIANCE PARTNER PROGRAM TO LEVERAGE CHANNEL THAT GENERATES A THIRD OF FULCRUM'S REVENUE

OTTAWA, CANADA, JANUARY 16, 1996 -- Fulcrum Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: FULCF; TSE: FUL), the leading provider of information-retrieval software for the client/server market, today announced a new reseller program, under the umbrella of the Fulcrum Alliance Partner Program, to encompass relationships with value-added resellers (VARs) and other distributors. Partners will have access to preferred pricing on Fulcrum products and services, field-level sponsorship and support, and co-marketing opportunities.

"With a third of our revenue coming from resellers, it is clear that this channel has played a significant part in our success," said Mike Laginski, Fulcrum's chief operating officer. "We have aggressive plans to grow and strengthen our existing reseller base and a commitment to this channel that is stronger than ever. We are already working with some of the biggest names out there, like Eastman Kodak and Saros. In the help desk market alone we are working with Clarify, Astea, Software Artistry and Answer Computer. The Alliance Partner Program for resellers will provide us with a way to leverage and build on these relationships."

"We look forward to building on our current relationship with Fulcrum by becoming an Alliance Partner," said Terry Bergen, vice president of operations at IHS Environmental Information, Inc." Our customers will benefit, because our products will continue to be enhanced by the leading information retrieval technology available."

In a separate press release issued today, Fulcrum and Day & Zimmermann jointly announced a new partnership under the Alliance Partner Program which will lead to the integration of Fulcrum software in Documentum- based products designed for regulated industries.

Fulcrum's aggressive goal for the Alliance Partner Program is to bring the vast majority of its current resellers under the program and double its reseller base by the end of 1996. In addition to discounts on Fulcrum products and education, resellers under the program can also participate in an array of co-marketing and promotional activities.

"We are committed to supporting our partners, and to making it a success from day one," said Andrew Pery, director of partner programs at Fulcrum.

PROGRAM BENEFITS

Fulcrum's Alliance Partner Program provides preferential access for partners to Fulcrum products, technical support, and education; and Fulcrum will work with partners on a partner-by-partner basis to define program options, such as arrangements for co-marketing and lead referral, that best suit their individual businesses. Benefits include:

 Preferred pricing on Fulcrum products, technical support and education;

 Sales sponsors, who provide field-level support to assist partners

 in developing their businesses through lead exchange, joint sales

 and marketing activities and introduction to Fulcrum accounts

 where appropriate; and,

 Marketing services to promote Alliance Partners to Fulcrum customers

 and prospects. Options include a listing on Fulcrum's homepage,

 assistance with direct mail campaigns, opportunities to exhibit

 in Fulcrum partner pavilions at tradeshows, participation in seminars,

 and involvement in pre-release product initiatives.

Candidates accepted into the Fulcrum Alliance Partner Program pay an annual membership fee of US$1,500.00. Companies interested in exploring a partnership with Fulcrum can obtain more information by phone (1-800-FULCRUM), by e-mail (partner@fulcrum.com) or through Fulcrum's homepage on the World Wide Web (http://www.fulcrum.com).

FULCRUM provides information-retrieval software for the entire enterprise. This software can be used on computer networks, on CD-ROMs and on Internet and World Wide Web sites. Fulcrum counts major corporations and industry leaders like Compaq, Microsoft, CompuServe, and Novell among its customers. Headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, Fulcrum has offices throughout the United States, and European offices in France, Germany, Italy and the United Kingdom. Fulcrum is publicly traded on the NASDAQ National Market ("FULCF") and on the Toronto Stock Exchange ("FUL").

VISIT FULCRUM'S HOME PAGE ON THE WEB: http://www.fulcrum.com


DZIS Partners with Fulcrum
DAY & ZIMMERMANN PARTNERS WITH FULCRUM TO ADD BEST-OF-BREED INFORMATION RETRIEVAL TO DOCUMENT MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS

FIRST OUTCOME WILL BE INTEGRATION OF FULCRUM SEARCHSERVER IN DOCUMENTUM-BASED PRODUCT DESIGNED FOR REGULATED INDUSTRIES: CUSTOMERS WILL SEE RICHER, MORE INTUITIVE SEARCHING

OTTAWA, CANADA, AND PHILADELPHIA, PA, JANUARY 16, 1996 -- Day & Zimmermann Information Solutions (DZIS), a prominent systems integration firm, and Fulcrum Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: FULCF; TSE: FUL), the leading provider of information-retrieval software for the client/server market, today announced a partnership that will enable DZIS to offer SearchServer, Fulcrumreg.'s flagship information-retrieval product, to its customers. DZIS will offer customized solutions based on Fulcrum's full-featured and scalable information-retrieval software.

Day & Zimmermann currently offers large-scale business-process focused solutions for electronic document management to customers in the utility, manufacturing, chemical and petrochemical industries. The first planned outcome of the partnership will be the integration of Fulcrum's software with other best-of-class technologies, including Documentum, Oracle, Lotus Notes and others, to create what Day & Zimmermann calls "Best Practice Solutions" for utility and process industry clients. Best Practice Solutions are designed by Day & Zimmermann industry experts together with integration professionals to help clients comply with regulatory guidelines, achieve higher safety performance standards, and improve operational efficiencies.

"We are enthusiastic about working with Fulcrum," said Walt Spencer, president of Day & Zimmermann. "We want to provide our customers with the best, and we think Fulcrum fits the bill. SearchServer is robust software designed to meet the exacting needs of mission-critical applications."

"We see the teaming of Day & Zimmermann with Fulcrum as a major plus for the discrete and process manufacturing industries, since integrated document technologies are increasingly key to competitive positioning," said Douglas Neary, senior vice president of document technologies at DZIS.

"Day & Zimmermann has earned a loyal customer base and tremendous respect from the industry for their document management solutions," said Mike Laginski, Fulcrum's chief operating officer. "This partnership is the teaming of two leaders, and it creates a powerful force in document management."

ABOUT THE COMPANIES

Day & Zimmermann Information Solutions (DZIS) is the information technology systems and services division of Day & Zimmermann Inc., a billion-dollar diversified professional services firm based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Across the company, there are over 600 people focused on delivering information processing solutions into the company's diverse customer base. Also recognized as a leading provider of integrated software solutions for electronic document management, DZIS is frequently involved in the design and development of large-scale enterprise databases, particularly for technical document management and Geographic Information Systems.

FULCRUM provides information-retrieval software for the entire enterprise. This software can be used on computer networks, on CD-ROMs and on Internet and World Wide Web sites. Fulcrum counts major corporations and industry leaders like Compaq, Microsoft, CompuServe, and Novell among its customers. Headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, Fulcrum has offices in Atlanta, Boston, Brookfield (CT), Chicago, Houston, New York, San Francisco, Toronto and Washington, and European offices in France, Germany, Italy and the United Kingdom. Fulcrum is publicly traded on the NASDAQ National Market ("FULCF") and on the Toronto Stock Exchange ("FUL").

VISIT FULCRUM'S HOME PAGE ON THE WEB: http://www.fulcrum.com


Epson Demos PhotoPC Digital Camera
EPSON DEMONSTRATES LOW-COST ON-RAMP TO THE INFORMATION SUPERHIGHWAY VIA ITS NEW DIGITAL CAMERA

PhotoPC easily transmits color pictures over the Internet

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 1995 -- Establishing its leadership position for the low-cost transmission and output of color pictures over the Internet, EPSON is demonstrating its newest product, the PhotoPC color digital camera, in conjunction with Prodigy Services Company this week at the Consumer Electronics Show. EPSON representatives will be available at Prodigys booth #16514 at the Sands Convention Center to profile the ease of use and superior quality of the PhotoPC and discuss its wide range of on-line applications.

With the revolutionary EPSON Photo PC color digital camera, transmitting photographs on-line is quick and easy. In minutes, photos can be taken, downloaded to a computer and sent via Prodigy or any other on-line service or Internet access provider, inspiring a multitude of uses for work or play:

* Send personalized photos to family and friends around the world.

* Send photos to friends met on chat lines.

* Insert photos into documents for greater impact and transmit them

  electronically.

* Send photo documentation for insurance claims via the Internet.

* Preview prospective real estate on-line.

The EPSON PhotoPC is the worlds first affordable, high quality color digital camera for work or play. Priced for the consumer market at under $500, the PhotoPC offers users the ability to capture real life pictures with resolutions of 640 x 480 pixels in more than 16 million brilliant colors. Also, users can expand the image storage capacity up to 160 standard images using an optional memory module. For maximum flexibility, the PhotoPC accepts all 37mm videocamcorder lenses and filters for zoom, wide angle or special effects photography.

Combined with the affordable selection of "photo quality" EPSON Stylus Color ink jet printers, digital photo images can be transmitted and printed out at the maximum industry resolution of 720 x 720 dots per inch. Photographic results are obtained in minutes in your own home or office.

Prodigy, Americas most recognized on-line network, is the worlds largest dial-up access provider to the Internets World Wide Web. Prodigy offers its more than two million members a range of news, weather and sports, computing, financial information; education content; games; reference materials; e-mail, bulletin boards, USENET newsgroups and Chat; travel reservations; shopping; a discount brokerage and on-line banking.

EPSON offers an extensive array of technology products, including ink jet, laser and dot matrix printers, scanners, portable and desktop computers, and for the OEM market, a variety of component and electronic devices. Founded in 1975, Epson America, Inc. is an affiliate of Seiko Epson Corporation, a global manufacturer and supplier of high- quality technology products that meet customer demands for increased functionality, compactness, systems integration and energy efficiency. Epson America, Inc. is headquartered in Torrance, Calif. For more information on EPSON and its products, please call 1-800-BUY-EPSON ext. 3000 or stop by our corporate website on the Internet at hhtp://www.epson.com.


Gateway 2000 Achieves High Ranking
Gateway 2000 achieves high ranking from Gartner Group

Report states Gateway to be "serious contender" in U.S. commercial desktop business

NORTH SIOUX CITY, S.D., JANUARY 15, 1996 ( Gateway 2000, Inc. (Nasdaq: GATE) has been recognized by the Gartner Group as a consolidated Tier 1/Tier 2 personal computer vendor.

Citing bolstered infrastructure, dedicated corporate accounts programs and an efficient business model, the Stamford, Connecticut-based technology advisory firm believes Gateway will be a "serious contender" in the United States business computing market.

"This report confirms our long-standing commitment to our corporate customers," said Ted Waitt, Gateway 2000 chairman and CEO. "By focusing resources on our major accounts program, Gateway provides everything the business community needs in terms of computing solutions: innovative product engineering, reliable quality testing and outstanding customer support."

The Gateway Major Accounts program employs more than 400 sales, technical support and customer service personnel who deal solely with Fortune 1000, government and educational customers.

"We have instituted a number of changes that have directly benefited our corporate clients," said Bill Shea, Gateway's vice president of major accounts. "We see the results of these efforts every day because we are constantly in direct contact with our customers. The Gartner Group report recognizes Gateway as a consolidated Tier 1/Tier 2 vendor and acknowledges our improvements to all of corporate America."

As part of the company's continuing push into the major accounts market, Gateway recently unveiled plans for a workstation aimed primarily at the corporate market. The workstation, based on the Intel" 200MHz Pentium" Pro microprocessor, is configured with Microsoft" Windows" NT operating system.

ABOUT GATEWAY 2000

Gateway 2000, a Fortune 500 company founded in 1985, currently sells more PC-compatible systems through the direct market channel in the United States than any other PC manufacturer. In 1994, Gateway 2000 sold more than one million systems and posted total revenues of $2.7 billion. Revenues for the first nine months of 1995 were $2.4 billion. Gateway 2000 employs approximately 8,000 people worldwide. Gateway products and services consistently win top awards from leading industry publications, and independent surveys show that Gateway customers are among the most satisfied and brand-loyal PC buyers.


IBM ADSTAR Provides Lotus Notes Backup
IBM's ADSTAR Distributed Storage Manager Software to Provide Online Incremental Data Backup for Lotus Notes Release 4

SAN JOSE, Calif. Jan. 17, 1996 . . . Users of Lotus Notes, the world's leading messaging and groupware product, now get automatic, transparent protection of their most important business asset -- information. IBM today announced that ADSTAR Distributed Storage Manager (ADSM) will support online, incremental backup of Lotus Notes Release 4 database documents.

"ADSM allows information systems managers to backup, archive and restore their Lotus Notes documents without disrupting user access," said Nora Denzel, software business line manager, IBM Storage Systems Division. "ADSM allows organizations to manage Notes backups more easily, speed data transfer time and save disk storage space, all of which result in considerable cost savings."

IBM will demonstrate its ADSM Lotus Notes Backup Agent capabilities at Lotusphere next week in Orlando, Fla. (Booth #S70).

ADSM allows administrators to backup and archive either an entire Notes database or just the portions which have changed since the previous backup process (incremental backup). ADSM has additional Notes-specific features at the client end, providing user access to retrieval commands directly from the Notes user interface. As a result, users will be able to instantly retrieve their Notes documents with a simple desktop command, without requiring administrator intervention.

"Organizations that use Notes as a communications and organizational tool for mission-critical data cannot afford to take data off-line to back it up," said Steve Sayle, vice president, Communications Products Division, Lotus Development Corporation. "Companies are now betting their businesses on Lotus Notes, and ADSM will provide the means to effectively backup and retrieve their company data."

As the industry's leading, open client/server storage management solution for the enterprise, ADSM is another example of IBM's commitment to network-centric computing. ADSM provides administrator-controlled, highly automated, centrally scheduled backup, archiving and hierarchical storage management capabilities for the heterogeneous enterprise.

ADSM has the broadest range of client/server platforms in the industry. Members of the ADSM family are currently available for use as servers on eight different IBM and non-IBM operating systems: OS/2, OS/400, AIX, MVS, VM, VSE/ESA, HP-UX* and Solaris*. Backup and archiving capabilities are available for virtually every popular client platform, including DOS, OS/2, AIX, DEC ULTRIX*, HP-UX, Macintosh*, Microsoft Windows*, Novell Netware*, SCO Open Desktop*, SCO UNIX 386*, SunOS*, Solaris and SINIX*. Data may be stored on a variety of IBM and non-IBM devices including disk drives, stand-alone tape subsystems and tape library systems.

In order to achieve high data availability and protect corporate data, ADSM maintains a comprehensive record of data storage. It stores information about registered clients, policies assigned to those clients and client access authorization. A recovery log records all database changes, making reconstruction possible in the event of a system failure. Should a database or recovery log failure occur, ADSM provides multiple backups, helping customers to recover their data and to safeguard business productivity during downtime.

The ADSM Lotus Notes Release 4 Backup Agent is scheduled for availability the first half of 1996 for OS/2 Notes servers; support for other Notes server platforms is planned for later this year. Support for Lotus Notes Release 3.X has been available since Oct. 1995. IBM's ADSM Lotus Notes Backup Agent is available at no extra cost as part of the ADSM licensed product.

These products may be purchased through IBM marketing representatives, from IBM Direct (1-800-IBM-CALL) and through leading software distributors. The software is also marketed as a member of IBM's SystemView family of products, the company's initiative for system management product functions.

IBM is a leading supplier of computer storage products. Through its Storage Systems Division, the company provides a full line of storage solutions for use with IBM systems and offers selected products for attachment to non-IBM processors. These products are offered directly from IBM and through a large network of IBM Business Partners. Certain products, primarily hard disk drives, are offered for use by Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs); they are marketed through a direct sales force and via commercial distributors. Besides disk drives, IBM's portfolio of storage products includes disk-based arrays and subsystems; magnetic tape drives, subsystems and automated libraries; optical libraries; storage controllers; and related storage management software.

IBM news releases are available on the Internet via the IBM Home Page at http://www.ibm.com. The IBM Fax Information Service allows you to receive facsimiles of prior IBM product press releases. Dial 1-800-IBM-4FAX and enter "99" at the voice menu.


Borland Announces 3 New Versions of Delphi
BORLAND ANNOUNCES THREE NEW VERSIONS OF DELPHI 2.0 FOR MICROSOFT WINDOWS 95 AND NT

DELPHI'S UNIQUE OBJECT-ORIENTED ARCHITECTURE NOW ENHANCED BY THE WORLD'S FASTEST OPTIMIZING 32-BIT COMPILER

SCOTTS VALLEY, Calif. -- January 15, 1996 -- Borland International Inc. today announced the new Delphi 2.0 product line, the company's second release of the award-winning application development software. Scheduled to ship this quarter, the Delphi 2.0 product line includes three versions that are each designed for specific types of developers: Delphi Client/Server Suite 2.0 for client/server developers; Delphi Developer 2.0 for professional LAN-based developers; and Delphi Desktop 2.0 for individual programmers. All Delphi 2.0 versions combine a high-performance 32-bit native-code compiler, scalable database programming tools, and a library of drag-and-drop visual components in a robust object-oriented development environment.

First introduced in February 1995, Delphi 1.0 was the first Windows development tool to combine a high performance optimizing compiler together with a visual two-way development environment and a scalable database architecture. Today, hundreds of corporations worldwide are recognizing greater returns on their IT investments and reporting significant competitive advantages by using Delphi to build powerful applications in shorter amounts of time.

The new Delphi 2.0 versions fully support all of the new operating system features of Windows 95 and Windows NT. A new 32-bit optimized native code compiler provides a 300 to 400 percent increase in performance, and developers can reuse existing code with a native code compiler that is now 15 to 50 times faster than P-code interpreters. New object-oriented capabilities for supporting sophisticated client/server development include a centralized Object Repository and new Visual Form Inheritance.

"In just one year, Delphi has rapidly gained customer acceptance because of its unique ability to combine high performance native code compiler technology with a visual development environment," said Richard Gorman, vice president of Product Marketing and Product Management for Borland. "With the new versions, we are extending Delphi's market reach to provide the wide range of desktop, LAN-based, and client/server developers with new state-of-the-art compiler and object-oriented programming technology for Windows 95 and NT application development."

"Delphi users are the fastest growing developer group in the market today," said Mark Allen Hanner, program director of application development strategies at META Group. "Borland has made a significant contribution to the industry by raising standards of performance for rapid application development tools; as a result, many developers are migrating to the Borland camp."

THREE VERSIONS OF DELPHI 2.0

All Delphi 2.0 products adhere to an open strategy which fully supports OLE automation controllers and servers, Microsoft OLE Controls (OCXs), open database connectivity (ODBC), in addition to Microsoft's Remote Automation technology and forthcoming Network OLE. All versions allow the developer to take advantage of all the enhancements of Windows 95 and NT, including multi-threading, Unicode and MAPI. To assist developers migrating from 16-bit to 32-bit, each version of Delphi 2.0 will include the 16-bit version of Delphi 1.0 for Windows.

Delphi Client/Server Suite 2.0

Delphi Client/Server Suite 2.0 was developed for organizations building high-performance, scalable applications that access data stored in Oracle, Sybase, Informix, InterBase, and Microsoft SQL Server databases. The Delphi Client/Server Suite is the only product of its kind to include both high performance client tools and a wide range of server management tools. For customers building on-line transaction processing systems, executive information systems, or decision support systems, Delphi 2.0 shortens every stage of the application development life cycle and makes developers and client/server solutions more successful.

Some of the new features in Delphi Client/Server Suite 2.0 include:

A SUITE OF NEW CLIENT/SERVER TOOLS -- A central Object Repository for storing reusable applications, forms and database information, and tools for testing and fine-tuning client/server application performance, are built-in to the Delphi Client/Server Suite. With Delphi's new SQL Monitor, client/server applications can easily be optimized for peak performance. The new SQL Explorer acts as the information center for all database development including browsing server specific meta data such as stored procedures, triggers and event alerters; and Delphi's Datapump Expert provides rapid upsizing and application scaling. New 32-bit SQL Link native drivers come with an unlimited deployment license, offering substantial savings for connecting users to corporate data.

TEAM DEVELOPMENT TOOLS -- Delphi 2.0 takes a object-oriented approach to client/server development through data modules, an object repository, and a scalable data dictionary. To enable team members to easily share and integrate their work, Delphi Client/Server Suite includes atightly integrated industry standard Intersolv PVCS version control system for file management, check-in, check-out, and branching. The Open Tools API provides integration with third-party tools such as CASE, Object Oriented Analysis and Design, and Transaction Process Monitors.

INTEGRATION WITH INTERBASE AND REPORTSMITH -- Delphi Client/Server Suite 2.0 is the only application development package to include high performance client and scalable server technology in one box. An InterBase NT two developer license is provided with each copy of the Delphi Client/Server Suite 2.0. InterBase, Borland's high performance, cross platform SQL relational database management system, enables developers to build and test true client/server applications on just one machine. Borland's ReportSmith 3.0 is tightly integrated with Delphi data sources to provide comprehensive, high volume reporting capabilities and live data access. ReportSmith also supports PC and SQL applications for easy access to Delphi data sets.

"With Delphi Client/Server Suite 2.0 we expect to dramatically reduce the time it takes to deliver commercial-quality applications," said Chris Moreau, client/server development manager at Sara Lee Knit Products, Inc. "Delphi has the programming power of C++, combined with superior performance and unparalleled ease-of- learning. It is the fastest and most versatile development tool on the market today. It's object-oriented architecture allows us to reuse code and integrate our standards in the most efficient way possible."

Delphi Developer 2.0

Delphi Developer 2.0 is an advanced professional product that provides features most sought by network LAN-based developers for fast application development.

Some of the new features in Delphi Developer 2.0 include:

VISUAL DEVELOPMENT TOOLS -- Like the client/server version, Delphi Developer 2.0 offers the Object Repository for creating shared and reusable forms and data modules. Developers can define and reuse extended field attributes through a scalable Data Dictionary with named attribute sets, while a new Multi-Object Grid now allows for more flexible database applications. The Visual Form Inheritance centralizes changes and makes code easier to maintain. Additionally, Delphi 2.0 includes 100 drag and drop components in the Visual Component Library; InstallShield Express deployment expert; sample OCX controls; the Database Explorer for graphically managing databases; and a new math library with advanced statistical and financial functions.

INTEGRATION WITH INTERBASE AND REPORTSMITH -- Delphi Developer 2.0 includes a single user license for the local InterBase server and a copy of ReportSmith 3.0. InterBase comes with an exceptional Windows 95 GUI interface, native 32-bit tools and complete documentation.

"After an exhaustive look at the development tools in the market place, Delphi was the one object-oriented development environment that could build a complete interactive multi-media and business solution," said Brian Turford, Vice President of Touchpoint, a division of ANATEC.

"We have built the most advanced graphical interface in our industry after using Delphi only eight months," said Louis Parks, President of Data Systems Support. "Our speed to market is two to three times faster than most of our competition and has resulted in a direct revenue increase this year. Delphi 2.0 will clearly set new RAD development tool standards in the coming year and give us a strong competitive advantage in the 32-bit marketplace. It is clear Borland will continue to deliver everything a software developer could ask for in a partner."

Delphi Desktop 2.0

Delphi Desktop 2.0 corresponds most closely to Delphi 1.0 for Windows and targets the individual programmer. In addition to offering a broad range of support for Windows 95 and NT development, Delphi provides true 32-bit development, full code compatibility, and easier code sharing with other Windows applications. Some of the new features in Delphi Desktop 2.0 and the other Delphi packages include:

SOPHISTICATED WINDOWS 95 AND NT DEVELOPMENT -- With the new Windows 95 components, users can design sophisticated Windows 95 logo- compliant applications. In addition to 32-bit support for long file names, multi-threading and the Win95 API, Delphi includes acomplete suite of Windows 95 controls. Full support for Windows 95 OLE controls (OCXs) and OLE Automation controllers and servers is also provided.

FAST 32-BIT DEVELOPMENT -- Delphi 2.0's new native code 32-bit compiler is the world's fastest optimizing native code compiler, compiling at over 350,000 lines per minute. Delphi applications can now run 15 to 50 times faster compared to interpreted P-code, and Delphi's new optimized linker makes .EXEs up to 20 to 25 percent smaller than before. Developers can declare arrays, strings, records and other data structures up to 2 gigabytes in size.

FULL CODE COMPATIBILITY -- Delphi affords developers the flexibility of staying with Windows 3.1 or migrating to a high powered 32- bit development environment on Windows 95 or NT. Delphi's code compatibility from 16-bit to 32-bit protects developers' application investments while they move to new operating systems.

EASIER CODE SHARING -- Delphi's native code compiler lets users create reusable DLLs that work with Borland C++, dBASE, Paradox, Microsoft's Visual Basic, and PowerSoft's PowerBuilder, and other Windows applications. DLLs and OLE Automation controllers and servers can be seamlessly integrated into Windows programs, such as Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Borland C++ and Paradox, among others. Borland C++ developers can leverage their existing work since Delphi 2.0 is built around the same high performance back- end compiler technology as Borland C++.

PRICING

DELPHI DESKTOP 2.0 -- The Competitive Upgrade for Delphi Desktop 2.0 will be available for an estimated street price of $199.95, and the New User license for $499.95. Through a $50 rebate, existing Delphi customers may upgrade to Delphi 2.0 for $149.95.

DELPHI DEVELOPER 2.0 --The Competitive Upgrade for Delphi Developer 2.0 will be available for an estimated street price of $299.95, and the New User license for $799.95. Existing Delphi customers may use the $50 rebate to upgrade to Delphi 2.0 for $249.95.

DELPHI CLIENT/SERVER SUITE 2.0 -- The New User license will be available for an estimated street price of $1,999.95. Existing Delphi Client/Server customers may upgrade to Delphi Client/Server Suite 2.0 for at estimated street price of $999.95, and Delphi 1.0 customers may upgrade for $1,699.95. Delphi Client/Server Suite 2.0 is free to customers in the Delphi Client/Server Team Solutions maintenance program. For more information, customers can call (800) 233-2444, extension 1350. All estimated prices are in U.S. dollars and apply only in the United States and Canada. Dealer prices may vary.

BORLAND: MAKING DEVELOPMENT EASIER

Borland International Inc. (NASDAQ:BORL) is a leading provider of products and services targeted to software developers. Borland is distinguished for its high-quality software development tools, which include Delphi, Delphi Client/Server, Borland C++, Visual dBASE, Paradox and InterBase. Borland's award-winning products are supported through comprehensive programs for small- and large-sized software developers, corporate developers, value added resellers and systems integrators. Founded in 1983, Borland is headquartered in Scotts Valley, California.


IBM Brings NHL All-Star Game to Cyberfans

Armonk, NY, January 19, 1996 ... IBM takes to the ice Saturday as an official sponsor of the National Hockey League's 46th annual All-Star Game and scores a hockey first by giving global fans a way to "attend" the game -- on the Internet.

In addition to sponsoring the game for the thousands of fans who will travel to Boston's FleetCenter January 20, IBM will host the NHL OpenNet** World Wide Web site on the Internet. Millions of hockey fans around the world can chat with players and celebrities, have access to digital images, scores and rules, and browse schedules, history and highlights.

Most important, when the NHL All Stars face-off at 8 PM EST, fans can hear a live audio cybercast of the game on the Internet. Through an innovative technology called RealAudio**, on-line fans can select and play back the audio broadcast on demand, without delays that can occur downloading from the Internet.

"The significance of the Web site is that hockey is a truly international sport," said NHL Senior Vice-President and Chief Operating Officer, Rick Dudley. "We have ardent fans around the world who use the Internet every day and IBM has helped link those fans to our All-Star Game."

During the game and the NHL FANtasy weekend January 18 to 21, IBM will provide fans with Internet connection software on CD-ROMs, a cyberbooth for on-site Web updates, digital photography, which will be transmitted to the Web pages, and hands-on exhibition booths for fans to try the Internet. IBM will also offer complimentary Web browsers in 15,000 NHL All-Star Magazines sold in the FleetCenter.

"Equally significant, however, is that this All-Star Web site is a dynamic, realtime project for IBM and the NHL," said Bill Moses, vice president, sports and broadcasting, IBM telecommunications and media. "We're connecting the league's AS/400 to an RS/6000 Web server, so that all up-to-date information is available to fans on the NHL OpenNet Web site almost instantly. That's the real benefit of technology."

The IBM telecommunications and media industry solution unit offers a wide range of solutions for entertainment, media, cable TV, wireless and telecommunications companies.

IBM, one of the original developers of the Internet, is providing the Web team and IBM Global Network Technology as part of its commitment to network-centric computing. The IBM Global Network is one of the world's largest integrated suppliers of data, voice and video services with 570 local Internet dial access locations in 41 countries worldwide.

"We see the Internet becoming a very popular way to tap into live events such as the All-Star game," said Joanne Bradley, director of Internet sales for the IBM Global Network, "and we're enhancing our network for fast, reliable transmission." Currently IBM offers 28.8 bps in more than 325 US cities and is expanding that capability worldwide.

The RealAudio software system is developed by Seattle-based Progressive Networks, which develops software products and services to enable users of personal computers and other digital devices to send and receive audio and audio-based multimedia services using today's communications networks.

More information can be found at http://www.ibm.com The NHL Web site is at http://www.nhl.com RealAudio is at http://www.realaudio.com/prognet


New IBM Computer System Helps Solve Crimes
New IBM Computer System Helps Solve Criminal Cases

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Jan. 17 . . .IBM and law enforcement officials here are using the latest IBM computer technology to "take a byte out of crime."

They are giving law enforcement agents instant, on-line access to a huge amount of data on crime cases, arrests, traffic accidents, and stolen property through ARJIS, San Diego County's Automated Regional Justice Information System, to help solve crimes and improve officer safety.

IBM is updating ARJIS with the addition of great graphics, multimedia, digital scanning, document imaging and computerized mapping. In IBM's updated version of ARJIS, crime investigators will be automatically notified by computer if a car associated with a crime in one corner of the county is later spotted by an officer in another area of the county, helping them identify criminal patterns and alerting them to the movements of dangerous felons.

And, in the not-too-distant future, law enforcement agents could carry multimedia laptop computers in their squad cars that will give them immediate access to a criminal's record and allow them to map out geographic patterns of crimes. Using wireless technology, the laptops will be connected back to the ARJIS data base.

IBM will redesign ARJIS in a client-server configuration to make it faster and easier to use. The project is another example of IBM's network-centric computing strategy -- IBM's plan to enable people to receive, use and share applications and services across worldwide voice and data networks.

ARJIS is used by many law enforcement officials in San Diego County, including county sheriff's deputies, police officers, deputy district attorneys, county deputy marshals and local FBI agents.

With the new ARJIS, law enforcement agents can use their laptops to track patterns in crimes, like a series of robberies in a neighborhood. With the use of computerized mapping software, the officers can pull up a map of a neighborhood, specify the type of crime, and find out immediately if there's a pattern, the modern version of placing push pins in a wall map.

By taking their laptop computers into the field, law enforcement officers can enter information on traffic citations, field interviews and crime reports. With wireless communications, they will be able to transmit information on crimes and criminals directly to police officers in other squad cars and back to the ARJIS database. A powerful IBM RISC System/6000* computer will match the latest crime information to historical data to reveal patterns not readily apparent but integral to solving the crime.

The ability of computers to quickly identify patterns is what makes them valuable partners in law enforcement, according to Dave Worden, Assistant Police Chief of the San Diego Police Department. He points out that the exciting lights-flashing, sirens-screaming police chases portrayed on television don't really represent the mainstay of police work. To successfully catch a criminal, investigators must painstakingly sift through clues and make sense of an overwhelming amount of information -- the perfect job for a computer.

"We rely on ARJIS for up-to-date, critical information," Assistant Chief Worden said. "ARJIS has long served as a model for counties across the United States, and now it will be even better. The new system will be faster, more flexible and easier to use."

IBM will incorporate into the new ARJIS easy-to-use graphics and improved ability to manage information for case investigations, operations and administrative support. The improvements, Worden said, will allow police officers to spend more time on the streets where they're needed most.

The new ARJIS is a joint project between Integrated Systems Solutions Corporation (ISSC), a wholly owned IBM services subsidiary, and IBM's Worldwide Government Industry unit, which applies law enforcement expertise to computer systems used in public safety and justice agencies. Together, they are delivering the technology and criminal justice experience necessary to provide the public safety solutions needed by law enforcement agencies in San Diego and around the world.

ARJIS also represents the coming "network-centric" world of computing where anyone can be connected -- by computer -- at any place and at any time. By connecting law enforcement officials with each other, and with the information they need to solve crimes, they can be more productive on the job and keep the citizens of San Diego safe.

Nancy Angus, ARJIS administrator, said IBM was chosen for the project because "IBM offered the right technology that could easily grow with us and because they were willing to develop and implement the new ARJIS in a cost-effective manner."

Also a consideration, Angus added, was IBM's willingness to partner with the San Diego Data Processing Corporation, the ARJIS project manager, and IBM's expertise in law enforcement.

Technology Details

At the core of the new system will be a four-processor IBM RISC System/6000* (RS/6000*) Scalable POWERparallel* Systems (SP*) computer. The IBM RS/6000 SP is running the IBM AIX 4.1* (UNIX) operating system and has an IBM DB2/6000* relational database management system with 33 gigabytes of data storage.

Object-oriented software such as IBM VisualAge and C++ application development tools will be used. These software tools will allow the developer to quickly write working parts of the application. And increased crime investigation functions will allow users to quickly and intuitively pose complex queries against the ARJIS database. IBM will also build in a variety of system management and connectivity features.

The client systems will include PC's, workstations, and the text-based terminals already in use at many agencies. Many agencies will also have a PC server at their locations. The new ARJIS will be an open computing system, allowing the agencies that use ARJIS to link various hardware and software already in place.


IBM SecureWay Line of Security Products
IBM Announces SecureWay Line of Security Products and Services; New Security Toolkit

RSA DATA SECURITY CONFERENCE, San Francisco, CA, January 17, 1996 . . IBM today announced its SecureWay* line of security products, services and consulting for the Internet and the enterprise. SecureWay provides a common brand for IBM's broad portfolio of security offerings led by the newly formed IBM Internet division. SecureWay offerings from IBM include:

  * access controls to manage entry to sensitive information

  * cryptographic hardware and software across the IBM family

    of servers

  * smart cards and readers

  * Internet Connection secure browsers and servers and

    secured network

  * gateway firewalls to protect your enterprise's connection

    to the Internet

  * single log-on administrators to simplify security

    processes

  * anti-virus software

  * distributed security management

  * directory and security services for LAN servers.

Security features are also integrated into IBM operating systems, network and database programs and Lotus Notes* which has embedded public key cryptography. Offerings for secure payment systems for electronic commerce and Cryptolopes* for secure content distribution are currently under development.

A full range of security consulting and services is also available as part of the SecureWay line. They include a worldwide I/T Security consulting practice Emergency Response Service; 'ethical hacking' backed by IBM Research's Global Security Analysis Lab; anti-virus; security implementation and outsourcing services; and turnkey firewall installation services.

"IBM has had a long history in developing security products and services for the enterprise," said Kathy Kincaid, director, I/T Security Programs. "With IBM SecureWay we are pulling together the entire breadth of IBM security solutions and making it very clear to customers that IBM is the right choice for their security needs. We are reinforcing our commitment to security with today's announcement of the SecureWay brand."

IBM also plans to introduce a set of security tools in the first quarter to enhance AS/400 systems, which will allow security administrators to perform numerous security audits of their AS/400. Planned functions include:

  * reports on invalid password attempts and unauthorized

    access attempts

  * reports on the state of security as it relates to the

    communication

    configuration

  * lists that indicate which user profiles exist on AS/400

    and have default passwords

  * reports listing objects on AS/400 that are available to

    all users on the system

  * automatic auditing activation

  * automatic enabling and disabling of user profiles during

    specific time periods or on a specific date.

The S/390 line of enterprise servers has also recently announced enhancements to its established security features. The S/390 Server Operating System (OS/390), which ships March, 1996, integrates RACF 2.2 (for access control) and the DCE Security Server (for authentication), into a suite of over 30 server products. These new enhancements include extended login and password management, security auditing capability, delegation, and generic security services API (GSSAPI). The announcement also included Open Edition DCE User Data Privacy support for the commercial data masking facility (CDMF) algorithm for exportable user data encryption.

IBM, the largest computer company in the world, offers hardware, software, consulting and services to help customers secure their information technology.

Whether addressing an individual need or creating a total enterprise solution, IBM SecureWay offerings provide the expertise required to plan, design, implement and operate secure solutions for businesses. Additional information on these offerings can be found through the IBM I/T Security home page at http://www.ibm.com/Security.

For more information on IBM, see the IBM home page on the World Wide Web, located at http://www.ibm.com.

IBM's security products support the security component of the Open Blueprint.

A white paper on security in the Open Blueprint is available for reference on the Internet at http://www.torolab.ibm.com/openblue/openblue.html.


IBM & RSA Jointly Work on Open Cryptography
Security Leaders Join Forces to Expand Today's Cryptography

IBM and RSA Jointly Work on Open Cryptography

RSA DATA SECURITY CONFERENCE, San Francisco, CA, January 16, 1996 . . Two leaders in computer security, IBM and RSA Data Security, Inc. (RSA)**, have agreed to develop open cryptography for the Internet and other networks to enable secure electronic commerce. The two companies will provide interoperable security across IBM products and other vendor platforms. Their efforts will provide customers and developers with safe universal access to the Internet, consistent with U.S. and non-U.S. export regulations governing cryptographic products.

Today the two companies are announcing a project to modify RSA's BSAFE encryption engine** and IBM's Common Cryptographic Architecture (CCA)* for interoperability between RSA's toolkits and IBM's CCA-based hardware products. This will enable existing applications developed with RSA's toolkits to take advantage of IBM's hardware-based cryptography.

"The complementary skills, technology and experience of IBM and RSA will greatly benefit our customers and the security industry," said Kathy Kincaid, Director, I/T Security Programs, IBM.

Commenting on the expanded IBM-RSA relationship, RSA chief executive Jim Bidzos said: "There will be several levels of closer cooperation. RSA Laboratories and IBM's crypto researchers at its T. J. Watson research facility will work together to produce more efficient and secure commercial cryptography. Look for this research to accelerate the deployment of new security features for both the desktop and the network in 1996. In addition, there will be close cooperation on the development of protocols and interfaces. The result should be trusted, seamless, interoperable security across not only the IBM product line, but across vendor products as well, when the resulting technology is adopted by both RSA and IBM's large customer base. Computing and networking environments are about to become a whole lot safer."

Both companies have been testing interoperability across Virtual Private Networks in support of the IETF IPSec specification with other members of the S/WAN working group. The S/WAN initiative is a secure wide-area network technology based upon the standard "Security Architecture for the Internet Protocol" RFC 1825-1829, commonly known as "IPSec."

IBM's Internet Division has also agreed to begin an internal pilot of RSA Secure**. RSA Secure provides a disk and file encryption solution for the desktop coupled with the capability for emergency key access.

RSA Data Security, Inc. is the world's brand name for public key cryptography, with more than 15 million copies of RSA encryption and authentication technologies installed and in use worldwide. RSA technologies are part of existing and proposed protocols for the Internet and World Wide Web, CCITT, ISO, ANSI, IEEE, and business, financial and electronic commerce networks around the globe. The company develops and markets platform- independent developer's kits and end-user products and provides comprehensive cryptographic consulting services. Founded in 1982 by the inventors of the RSA Public Key Cryptosystem, the company is headquartered in Redwood City, Calif.

IBM, the largest computer company in the world, offers hardware, software, consulting and services to help customers secure their information technology. Whether addressing an individual need or creating a total enterprise solution, IBM SecureWay offerings provide the expertise required to plan, design, implement and operate secure solutions for businesses. Additional information on these offerings can be found through the IBM I/T Security home page at http://www.ibm.com/Security.

For more information on IBM, see the IBM home page on the World Wide Web, located at http://www.ibm.com. IBM's security products support the security component of the Open Blueprint. A white paper on security in the Open Blueprint is available for reference on the Internet at http://www.torolab.ibm.com/openblue/openblue.html.


Lotus Statement on Borland Court Ruling
Lotus Development Corp. Issues Statement In Response to U.S. Supreme Court Ruling in Lotus vs. Borland

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Jan. 16, 1996 -- Lotus Development Corp. today responded with the following statement to today's U.S. Supreme Court ruling upholding the U.S. Appeals Court reversal of a Federal District Court ruling that Borland International infringed Lotus' copyrights in Lotus 1-2-3:

"We are clearly disappointed by the U.S. Supreme Court's 4-4 affirmation of the U.S. First Circuit Court of Appeals ruling in Lotus vs. Borland. We filed the suit because we believed our position was consistent with Federal copyright law and prior case law. It is disappointing that the Supreme Court did not provide more guidance to the industry on these critical copyright issues."


Btrieve & Magic Software Alliance
Btrieve Technologies and Magic Software Enterprises Announce Strategic Alliance

New Solution Merges Rapid Client/Server Application Development with High-Performance, Scaleable Database Engines

AUSTIN, TX, January 15, 1996-- Btrieve Technologies, Inc. (BTI) and Magic Software Enterprises (NASDAQ: MGICF), today announced a strategic alliance to develop and market a bundled toolkit comprised of BTI's Scaleable SQL and Btrieve database engines and Magic's development tools. This new toolkit will provide developers with an integrated solution for the rapid development of high-performance applications that scale from palmtop to client/server environments. The partnership will include joint technical development and product integration. In addition, the companies will increase their global reach and market penetration through international co-marketing and channel development programs.

"This partnership emphasizes BTI's commitment to offer world-class database engines bundled with leading application development tools," said Ron Harris, president and CEO of BTI.

"In addition to high performance and seamless scalability, developers need a solution that will allow them to build multi-platform, maintenance-free applications. And, for the commercial developer, that solution must be licensed for mass deployment. This new bundled toolkit delivers it all."

"Since Magic's inception there has been a natural synergy between both companies and their products," said David Assia, chairman and president of Magic Software. "Together, we are delivering a toolkit that provides unsurpassed performance and scalability for the rapid development of client/server applications."

Due to BTI's advanced MicroKernel Database Architecture, the toolkit will also allow developers to write and deploy relational and navigational applications that concurrently share access to all data.

BTI's Scaleable SQL and Btrieve database engines are designed to meet the requirements of commercial developers by providing a unique combination of high performance, scalability, maintenance-free operations and mass deployment licensing. Scaleable SQL--BTI's relational product line--provides application scalability from palmtop systems to client/server configurations, as well as "maintenance-free" operations and maximum resource efficiency. Btrieve is the industry-standard navigational client/server database used by professional developers to build mission- critical applications. Btrieve provides a maximum degree of programming control and performance.

Both products are built on BTI's MicroKernel Data Engine, which stores data in a common model-independent format.

Magic Software's Magic is a highly productive, table-driven rapid application development tool for building client/server applications. Magic features a visual programming methodology that is highly portable across all standard computing environments, from legacy systems to LAN workgroups.

Many of the largest Btrieve applications in the world are developed in Magic at organizations such as Whirlpool Inc., Keyport Life Insurance and VisionTek.

BTI is a leading provider of information management systems for commercial software developers. BTI's mission is to offer world-class database engines specifically built to be bundled with high volume client/server applications.

Headquartered in Austin, Texas, BTI is an international organization with operations in Europe and Japan. BTI's Japanese subsidiary-- Btrieve Technologies Japan, LTD--is a joint venture with several companies including Novell Japan, LTD. BTI is the recipient of many industry awards including the DB/Expo RealWare award and several BYTE Magazine Reader's Choice awards.

Magic Software Enterprises develops, publishes, markets and supports MAGIC, a highly productive, table-driven cross platform Rapid Application Development system for developing client and server solutions.

Magic is used by corporate MIS departments and a wide range of solutions partners including value-added resellers, systems integrators, consultants, independent developers and packaged software publishers. Magic has won numerous development awards including the Client/Server Application Challenge (USA), the EXE Software Developers Challenge (UK), and four consecutive victories at the annual International Droege Developers Competition (USA).

Magic Software Enterprises develops, publishes, markets and supports Magic, a highly productive, table-driven cross-platform Rapid Application Development system for developing client and server solutions. Magic is used by corporate MIS departments and a wide range of solutions partners including value-added resellers, system integrators, consultants, independent developers and packaged software publishers. Magic has won numerous development awards including the Client/Server Application Challenge (USA), the EXE Software Developers Challenge (UK), and four consecutive victories at the annual Droege Developers Competition (USA). Magic Software Enterprises Ltd. is located at 5 Haplada Street, Or-Yehuda 60218. Tel. 972-3-538-9292. Fax. 972-3-538-9333. Magic Software Enterprises Inc. is located at 1200 Main Street, Irvine, CA 92714. Tel. 714-250-1718. Fax. 714-250-7404. Magic Software Enterprises is located on the World Wide Web at http://www.magic-sw.com.


MENTOR GRAPHICS ACQUIRES ZEELAN TECHNOLOGY

Expands Library Services Offering for High-Speed Signal Integrity Analysis

WILSONVILLE, ORE. -- JANUARY 15, 1996 -- Mentor Graphics Corporation today announced it has acquired Zeelan Technology, Inc., the world's leading supplier of signal integrity model libraries, signal integrity graphical viewing tools for engineers and golden unit measurement libraries. The value of the acquisition has not been disclosed.

The acquisition positions Mentor Graphics as a leader in the signal integrity model library and graphical libraries tools business for design engineers, as well as provides a close association with semiconductor manufacturers' golden units. These libraries are critical to performing signal integrity simulation by engineers that design high-speed digital systems. The acquisition also broadens the coverage of library services already provided by Mentor Graphics' Professional Services Division (PSD). Zeelan will operate as an independent business unit within Mentor Graphics' Professional Services Division.

Zeelan Technology has been providing model libraries through OEM agreements with signal integrity simulation providers including Viewlogic (Quad Design), Cadence Design Systems, Quantic Laboratories, Intergraph and UniCAD, and intends to fully support existing strategic partnerships and customers. Zeelan's marketing, engineering and manufacturing will remain at its existing location in Beaverton, Oregon.

"We, and our customers, have found the Zeelan model library to be the broadest and best one available for digital signal integrity models," stated Larry Rubin, president of Quad Design and vice president of Viewlogic's High Performance Analysis Group. "We've enjoyed a profitable OEM relationship with Zeelan Technology and feel their acquisition by Mentor Graphics will be to everyone's benefit. Since we also have a long-standing business relationship with Mentor Graphics, we believe the Zeelan acquisition by Mentor Graphics will strengthen our bonds to both companies."

Don Szurek, manager of Electronic Design Automation at Network Systems Corporation (NSC), a leading manufacturer of high-speed security- based routers, which has been using models from Zeelan Technology for about 18 months said, "It is impossible to effectively analyze circuits without accurate models. While we were able to generate models for the simpler parts ourselves, generating the more complex models significantly delays the product availability while greatly increasing the development cost. Even with the smaller parts, having a verified model from Zeelan gave the designers more confidence in the results. In fact, Network Systems' Security Router went through all of our in-house verification, and has been shipping for 10 months, with no errors due to analog effects found on either the prototype or production boards. We are continuing to use Zeelan models to analyze all of our new products."

"Zeelan is the only company providing a model library that extracts measurement-based information to create models that lead to the most realistic results possible," said Jack Woida, director of Mentor Graphics' Library Products Group, Professional Services Division.

Dr. Russell F. Henke, vice president and general manager of Mentor Graphics' Professional Services Division, added, "We are delighted to have Zeelan join the fold; Zeelan represents another key piece of our long-range strategy to offer customers the most comprehensive library management software and parts data generation capabilities available anywhere. By integrating existing Mentor Graphics library software with products from Zeelan, Axiom, Aspect Development, and others, with the implementation experience and expertise of our worldwide Professional Services consulting organization, customers enjoy complete coverage for their enterprise library needs from design capture, simulation, layout, manufacturing and procurement."

George Opsahl, vice president of marketing for Zeelan Technology, added, "We have shared a successful OpenDoor (sm) partnership with Mentor Graphics and are very pleased with the relationship that has developed between the two companies. Zeelan will continue developing measurement-based MasterModel Libraries and display tools for engineers as well as MasterGolden Unit measurements for semiconductor manufacturers."

Zeelan Technology has more than 8,700 measurement-based models seamlessly incorporated into the engineer's simulator and workstation of choice. Key to signal integrity simulations are realistic models that represent the high-frequency analog behavior of integrated circuits. Zeelan Technology's libraries support microprocessor, pre-silicon measurement- based ASICs, FPGAs, memories, PLDs, microprocessor clock drivers, backplane transceivers and digital logic. Each model is measurement- based and specific to the semiconductor manufacturer and the manufacturer's complete part number including family, function, version, speed, package and pin.

Zeelan Technology's model libraries support more than 40 semiconductor manufacturers. Examples of high-performance parts in the model libraries range from Intel Pentium processors, TI DSP processors, XILINX/Altera/Actel/Atmel FPGAs, TI ASICs, AMD /Lattice/TI PLDs to DRAMs from Micron and Samsung, as well as support for custom models for parts not currently in a MasterModel Library.

ZEELAN TECHNOLOGY, INC.

Zeelan Technology is the industry standard for providing realistic digital signal integrity model libraries, graphical tools for design engineers and measurement based information for semiconductor manufacturers. Zeelan creates models, displays graphical information and acquires information for golden units from measurements of actual parts for the most realistic information for design engineers. Zeelan Technology is located at 10550 S.W. Allen Blvd., Suite 108, Beaverton, Oregon 97005. E-Mail: zeelan@netcom.com; Phone: (503) 520-1000; FAX: (503) 520-1001.

MENTOR GRAPHICS CORPORATION

Established in 1981, Mentor Graphics Corporation (NASDAQ:MENT) designs, manufactures, markets and distributes electronic design automation (EDA) software and provides professional services supporting its customers' complete design environments. The company is a leader in worldwide EDA sales, with revenues of $370,117,000 over the last reported 12 months. Mentor Graphics is the first EDA vendor to win the STAR (Software Technical Assistance Recognition) award, and the only EDA vendor to win the award twice. The award is given annually by the Software Support Professionals Association (SSPA) for service excellence. The company currently employs approximately 2,045 people worldwide. In addition to its corporate offices, Mentor Graphics has sales, support, software development and professional services offices worldwide. The company's headquarters are located at 8005 S.W. Boeckman Road, Wilsonville, Oregon 97070-7777.


Mentor Graphics Acquires 3Soft Corp
MENTOR GRAPHICS ACQUIRES 3SOFT

Adds System-Level Design Reuse to Mentor Graphics' Library Offering

WILSONVILLE, ORE. -- JANUARY 15, 1996 -- Mentor Graphics Corporation today announced it has acquired 3Soft Corporation, a leading supplier of design reuse technology for integrated circuit (IC) design. Addressing the design reuse imperative within the company's Systems-On-Silicon (SOS) Initiative, the acquisition will allow customers access to a library of industry-standard IC building blocks that can be quickly combined into complex, manufacturable systems, while augmenting Mentor Graphics' existing capabilities in the growing IC design services market.

Under the terms of the agreement, 3Soft will function as an independent operating unit, with headquarters remaining in San Jose, Calif. The company will also maintain its independent research and engineering organization in Guildford, UK.

"While the concept of design reuse has enjoyed support, actual implementation has been hindered by documentation and integration difficulties," said Glenn House, vice president and general manager of Mentor Graphics' Silicon Systems Division. "By coupling 3Soft with our IC Technology Center, Mentor Graphics can offer an attractive design reuse package consisting of a wide range of complete, verified intellectual property building blocks, proven physical implementation capabilities, and a staff of experts that can take customers from architecture to systems-on-silicon."

"This is the logical extension of our successful OpenDoor (sm) relationship with Mentor Graphics," said Mark-Eric Jones, CEO of 3Soft Corp. "By combining our proven MacroWare synthesizeable library with Mentor Graphics' worldwide sales and support infrastructure, and the option of Mentor Graphics' consulting services for detailed physical implementation of the cores, we can reinforce our position as a primary provider of industry-standard design reuse products for systems designers and foundries."

3SOFT CORPORATION

3Soft is a pioneer in reusable intellectual property, and licensed its first library in 1989. The company develops and markets the MacroWare library of pre-designed and tested, industry-standard building blocks for IC design to systems engineers and IC designers. This synthesizeable library speeds the design process in most electronic design automation tool environments and process technologies. The library consists of approximately 50 cores, ranging from simple controllers of a few thousand gates to more complex microcontroller or DSP cores of up to 40,000 gates. The cores are available at the RTL level in both Verilog and VHDL descriptions, and the collection was assembled to enable reuse of IC designs. 3Soft's libraries have been proven through use in such companies as Advanced Micro Devices, Ericsson, European Silicon Structures (ES2), Fujitsu, Hitachi, NEC, Samsung, Texas Instruments, and VLSI Technology. 3Soft has IS09001 quality accreditation for the design and support of synthesizeable megacells. 3Soft's World Wide Web site address is http://www.3soft.com.

MENTOR GRAPHICS CORPORATION

Established in 1981, Mentor Graphics Corporation (NASDAQ:MENT) designs, manufactures, markets and distributes electronic design automation (EDA) software and provides professional services supporting its customers' complete design environments. The company is a leader in worldwide EDA sales, with revenues of $370,117,000 over the last reported 12 months. Mentor Graphics is the first EDA vendor to win the STAR (Software Technical Assistance Recognition) award, and the only EDA vendor to win the award twice. The award is given annually by the Software Support Professionals Association (SSPA) for service excellence. The company currently employs approximately 2,045 people worldwide. In addition to its corporate offices, Mentor Graphics has sales, support, software development and professional services offices worldwide. The company's headquarters are located at 8005 S.W. Boeckman Road, Wilsonville, Oregon 97070-7777.


Adobe Ships Adobe FrameMaker+SGML
Adobe Systems Ships Adobe FrameMaker+SGML

First Cross-platform Visual SGML Tool Simplifies Authoring and Electronic Publishing

Mountain View, Calif. (January 16, 1996) (Nasdaq:ADBE)--Adobe Systems Incorporated today announced the availability of Adobe FrameMaker+SGML software for the Apple Macintosh/Power Macintosh, Microsoft Windows, SunOS/Solaris, IBM AIX and Hewlett-Packard HP/UX platforms. Adobe FrameMaker+SGML is the first integrated authoring and publishing software that enables users to create, edit and publish SGML (Standard Generalized Markup Lan-guage) documents in an intuitive WYSIWYG environment.

An International Standards Organization (ISO) standard, SGML makes it possible to share and reuse the information in documents across software applications and computing platforms. One of the most widely-recognized applications of SGML is HTML (Hypertext Markup Language). Based on SGML, HTML is the standard language used for publishing on the Internet's World Wide Web. The principal benefits of SGML to business are: information protection and reusability, accessibility across mixed computing environments and deliverability via a range of media. SGML is used in industries as diverse as commercial aviation, telecommunications and defense by organizations that deal with high-value, complex and frequently revised documents.

"SGML provides publishers with a standard way of encoding documents so that they can be displayed on a variety of systems while retaining all the document's structure and organization," said Mary Laplante, executive director of SGML Open, the industry consortium of suppliers, including Adobe Systems, whose products and services support SGML. "Products like FrameMaker+SGML, with its visual approach to creating and publishing SGML documents, will have a positive impact on the SGML market because they make SGML accessible to users."For more information: Peter Card 206.470.7268 Fax 206.470.7125 peter.card@adobe.com http://www.adobe.com For Immediate Release

Technical publishing and information systems departments at companies and government agencies such as Philips, Boeing, Hewlett-Packard and Bell Northern Research use Adobe's SGML tools to leverage their valuable corporate data and reduce rising information costs.

"Adobe FrameMaker+SGML software is the first integrated SGML authoring and publishing environ-ment available across platforms. This is important, because we create our illustrations on UNIX computers and combine them with text on Windows-based PCs," said Sal James, of Systems Engineer-ing Solutions, Inc.'s commercial division, based in Chula Vista, Calif. "And FrameMaker+SGML's Structure View lets you see how the structure maps to the document as you add elements to it. It makes creating SGML documents a much clearer and more straightforward process."

Adobe FrameMaker+SGML

Adobe FrameMaker+SGML is a breakthrough combination of page composition, text editing, graph-ics, interactive structure validation and visual support for native SGML in one easy-to-use environ-ment. A fully documented application programming interface (API) enables application developers to extend and customize the product.

Adobe FrameMaker+SGML supports the authoring process by providing a flexible graphical environ-ment. Guided editing helps users follow the framework of rules for the document specified in the Document Type Definition (DTD). Adobe FrameMaker+SGML also lets users bypass structural rules or skip required elements when necessary. This unique approach allows users to concentrate on the content of their documents rather than dealing with the complex syntax and technicalities of SGML.

"Our technical publishing customers tell us to expect rapid adoption of Adobe FrameMaker+SGML because it delivers the benefits of SGML across platforms, without the learning curve associated with other SGML editors," said Lani Hajagos, product marketing manager for Adobe FrameMaker+SGML. Adobe FrameMaker+SGML software provides a host of features for structured authoring of business and technical documents, including:

 A Structure View which graphically illustrates the elements in a document and their order and relationship to one another.

* Simple creation of cross-references through selection of the appropriate element from a scrolling list, which automatically generates SGML ID attributes when referencing from one element to another.

* Support for structured table handling, including the Department of Defense's Continuous Acquisi-tion and Life Cycle Support (CALS) table model and content-tagged table import and export.

* Support for arbitrary DTDs.

* Mapping for ISO public entity sets.

* Hierarchical style definition, which allows document elements to inherit styles or formatting infor-mation from their ancestors and apply the appropriate variations to those styles based on the element's context.

* A starter kit for implementing the DocBook DTD for technical documentation created by the Davenport Group consortium of software vendors.

* Consistent text and graphics import and export capabilities across all platforms, allowing users to share information in existing documents.

Pricing and Availability

Adobe FrameMaker+SGML is now available through Adobe's direct sales force to selected resellers worldwide for SunOS/Solaris, IBM AIX, Hewlett-Packard HP/UX, Microsoft Windows, and Apple Macintosh and Power Macintosh platforms. The suggested retail price in North America for Adobe FrameMaker+SGML for Sun and Hewlett-Packard is $1,995 for a personal license and $3,995 for a shared license. On Windows and Macintosh, the price is $1,495 for a personal license. French and German versions of Adobe FrameMaker+SGML are expected to be available during the first half of 1996.

Licensed users of FrameBuilder, the predecessor product to Adobe FrameMaker+SGML, may upgrade to Adobe FrameMaker+SGML by contacting Adobe Systems at 1-800-843-7263. Upgrade prices in North America are $395 for Macintosh and Windows platforms, $495 for UNIX personal licenses and $995 for UNIX shared licenses.

For product information on Adobe FrameMaker+SGML, call 1-800-843-7263. Internet users can access Adobe's World Wide Web documents at http://www.adobe.com.

* Support for structured table handling, including the Department of Defense's Continuous Acquisi-tion and Life Cycle Support (CALS) table model and content-tagged table import and export.

* Support for arbitrary DTDs.

* Mapping for ISO public entity sets.

* Hierarchical style definition, which allows document elements to inherit styles or formatting infor-mation from their ancestors and apply the appropriate variations to those styles based on the element's context.

* A starter kit for implementing the DocBook DTD for technical documentation created by the Davenport Group consortium of software vendors.

* Consistent text and graphics import and export capabilities across all platforms, allowing users to share information in existing documents.

Pricing and Availability

Adobe FrameMaker+SGML is now available through Adobe's direct sales force to selected resellers worldwide for SunOS/Solaris, IBM AIX, Hewlett-Packard HP/UX, Microsoft Windows, and Apple Macintosh and Power Macintosh platforms. The suggested retail price in North America for Adobe FrameMaker+SGML for Sun and Hewlett-Packard is $1,995 for a personal license and $3,995 for a shared license. On Windows and Macintosh, the price is $1,495 for a personal license. French and German versions of Adobe FrameMaker+SGML are expected to be available during the first half of 1996.

Licensed users of FrameBuilder, the predecessor product to Adobe FrameMaker+SGML, may upgrade to Adobe FrameMaker+SGML by contacting Adobe Systems at 1-800-843-7263. Upgrade prices in North America are $395 for Macintosh and Windows platforms, $495 for UNIX personal licenses and $995 for UNIX shared licenses.

For product information on Adobe FrameMaker+SGML, call 1-800-843-7263. Internet users can access Adobe's World Wide Web documents at http://www.adobe.com.

Adobe Systems Incorporated, founded in 1982, is headquartered in Mountain View, California. Adobe develops, markets and supports computer software products and technologies that enable users to create, display, print and communicate electronic documents. The company licenses its technology to major computer, printing and publishing suppliers, and markets a line of applications software and type products for authoring visually rich documents. Additionally, the company markets a line of powerful, but easy to use, products for home and small business users. Adobe has subsidiaries in Europe and the Pacific Rim serving a worldwide network of dealers and distributors. Adobe's 1995 revenue was approximately $762 million.


MIPS Breaks RISC CPU Perf Bottlenecks
MIPS BREAKS CPU PERFORMANCE BOTTLENECKS WITH NEW FASTER R10000 RISC MICROPROCESSOR

INITIAL R10000 BEGINS SHIPPING; SETS RECORD-BREAKING PERFORMANCE

MOUNTAIN VIEW, CALIF. (JANUARY 18, 1996) - MIPS Technologies, Inc. today announced a 275 MHz version of its powerful 64-bit, highly scalable R10000 MIPS RISC microprocessor. The new processor, available late in the year, boasts industry-leading performance estimated at 12 SPECint95 and 24 SPECfp95. In addition, the initial version of the 200 MHz R10000 processor, produced by NEC Corporation and Toshiba Corporation, began moving into production with the highest integer and floating-point performance of all currently shipping microprocessors. Preliminary performance ranges up to 9 SPECint95 and 19 SPECfp95 based on future computer system designs and compilers that are currently being tested.

Extensive testing of existing software binaries on existing computer systems upgraded with an R10000 microprocessor indicates a marked increase in application performance. Large integer software, such as database applications, show a 1.5 to 2.0 performance increase over the fastest existing MIPS general purpose microprocessor, the 250 MHz R4400 processor. Floating point-intensive applications that include single precision, scalar and irregular vector computing, including graphics rendering, see a 2 to 3 times increase over R4400- based systems. Even floating point-intensive applications optimized for the R8000, MIPS' unique supercomputer-on-a-chip, run up to 1.5 times faster on systems with an R10000 processor. The performance differential will be even more dramatic on systems specifically designed to take fuller advantage of the R10000 processor running recompiled software binaries.

"With the R10000 microprocessor, MIPS has redefined the CPU," said Ron Bernal, president of MIPS Technologies, Inc. "Rather than create a showpiece for benchmarks like SPEC, we designed the R10000 processor for the highest performance of real commercial applications like transaction processing, data mining, decision support and high-end file and data serving, in addition to technical applications like modeling, visualization and a broad range of supercomputing challenges. The R10000 processor sets a new plateau for microprocessor standards."

The R10000 microprocessor runs both UNIX and Windows NT operating systems and significantly increases performance of existing software applications developed for the R8000, R4000 and R3000 family of processors without modification. Recompiled applications will see a substantial increase in performance. The R10000 microprocessor is designed for a broad spectrum of computing needs, spanning from PCs to workstations and servers to supercomputers. Systems featuring the R10000 microprocessor have already been announced by NEC Corporation and Sony Corporation; other computer systems announcements are expected throughout 1996. The R10000 processor is designed to be readily accommodated as an upgrade CPU in existing systems as well as a platform for new, aggressive system designs.

The R10000 processor is optimized for demanding technical applications as well as database performance.  With its aggressive superscalar ANDES (Architecture with Non-Sequential Dynamic Execution Scheduling) architecture, the MIPS R10000 microprocessor breaks many of the bottlenecks that often render conventional processors idle for more than half their operational time. A highly advanced dynamic scheduling implementation enables the processor to operate at its highest efficiency by reordering instructions to suit the availability of execution unit resources. The instructions can then be executed and completed out of order and then reordered, or "graduated," back in their original order, making the processor well-suited for increasing the performance of non-recompiled software. Non-blocking caches, important for large database applications, keep the processor active while waiting for data it may need for a later operation.

The four-way superscalar R10000 microprocessor can fetch four instructions and issue up to five instructions per cycle. Furthering its performance, the R10000 processor has five independent fully pipelined, low-latency execution units. To speed data flow, the processor supports large register files and features a large on-chip primary cache with 32 kilobytes for instructions and 32 kilobytes for data. The R10000 microprocessor also features an on-chip secondary cache controller for supporting 512 kilobytes to 16 megabytes of synchronous secondary cache, ensuring the ability to build a wide range of computer systems. Both the primary and secondary caches are two-way set associative to improve the data and instruction hit rate. The innovative MIPS Avalanche bus enables split transactions--the ability for two or more operations to overlap their execution at the same time. The Avalanche bus can hold up to eight outstanding transactions at one time prior to execution.

INSIGHT FROM MIPS R10000 SEMICONDUCTOR PARTNERS

NEC Electronics has committed to producing its version of the R10000, the VR10000, at speeds up to 275 MHz. In addition, the company will produce an ASIC chipset for the VR10000 that offers systems and PCI bus support for I/O devices in workstations and Windows NT servers. "NEC's version of the R10000, the VR10000, launched last October, has captured the imagination of high-performance systems builders in Japan and around the world. NEC's strong commitment to MIPS RISC technology is thus further enhanced," said Dr. Kenji Kani, vice president, NEC Corporation.

"We continue to be committed to the MIPS RISC architecture, and the R10000 processor currently represents the high end of our line," said Jake Buurma, vice president engineering, Systems IC Division, Toshiba America Electronic Components, Inc. "Its unprecedented performance meets the needs of our highest end computer system customers, and provides opportunities for expansion into new and emerging applications."

ABOUT MIPS TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

MIPS Technologies, Inc. designs and supplies the world's most advanced RISC microprocessor technology. The company tests, certifies and licenses its processor technology to its semiconductor partners who provide processors for the computer system, emerging consumer and embedded control markets. MIPS microprocessors power systems from a number of computer industry leaders, including Siemens Nixdorf AG, Silicon Graphics, Inc., Sony Corporation, Tandem Computers Incorporated, NEC Technologies, Inc., NeTpower Inc. and Tektronix, Inc. MIPS RISC architecture components are available from world-class semiconductor companies, such as Integrated Device Technology, Inc., LSI Logic Corporation, NEC Corporation, NKK Corporation, Philips Semiconductor, Siemens AG and Toshiba Corporation. MIPS Technologies, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Silicon Graphics, Inc. and is headquartered in Mountain View, Calif.


Epson Intros 340MB Hard Disk Drive PC Card
EPSON INTRODUCES 340MB HARD DISK DRIVE PC CARD

New 340MB Hard Disk Drive Boasts Highest Density of Any PC Card on the Market

TORRANCE, Calif., Jan. 2, 1996 -- Affirming its leadership as a manufacturer of PC card products for mobile computer users, EPSON today announced a bold new addition, the EHDD340, the highest density hard disk drive PC card available on the market. The new EPSON card offers mobile users a durable, high density storage solution in a Type III PC card rugged enough to withstand 750Gs of impact and still execute media transfer rates up to 6.0 MB/Sec and interface transfer rates up to 12.0 MB/Sec.

The EHDD340 complements EPSONs extensive line of storage and memory PC cards, and reinforces their leadership position as a broadline supplier of PC cards for the storage, memory and I/O markets. The EHDD340 will be available for both OEM and retail markets.

EPSONs EHDD340 also supports the Apple PowerBook 500 series and the new PowerBook 190 and 5300 series. The EHDD340 joins EPSONs industry leading family of Macintosh-compatible PC cards available through authorized retail dealers.

"Our goal is to continue offering our OEM and retail customers the most complete line of PC card solutions at a competitive price," said Jack Confrey, vice president, OEM, EPSON. "EPSONs EHDD340 is the best card currently at market for meeting the mobile users growing demand for affordable, high density, portable storage."

For OEM, the EHDD340 version will be $395 in quantities of 1,000. Sample units are available now, with production units to follow in mid-January. Retail cards will be available in mid-January and are list priced at $599. All retail cards are covered by EPSONs standard two-year limited warranty. An additional year is provided upon return of the registration card.

EPSON offers a "compatibility guarantee" for all EPSON PC cards purchased through retail channels. Under the money-back guarantee program, if an EPSON PC Card is not 100 percent compatible with a system after driver and software installation, EPSON retailers will fully refund the purchase price of the PC card. EPSON also offers an exclusive Data Recovery Program (DRoP) for recapturing valuable data in case of severe damage to the card. With this program, users can have their data retrieved for a $69.95 service fee. All EPSON PC cards come standard with Card and Socket Services software for easy installation and use of the card.

EPSON offers an extensive array of technology products, including ink jet, laser and dot matrix printers, scanners, portable and desktop computers, and for the OEM market, a variety of component and electronic devices. Founded in 1975, Epson America, Inc. is an affiliate of Seiko Epson Corporation, a global manufacturer and supplier of high- quality technology products that meet customer demands for increased functionality, compactness, systems integration and energy efficiency. Epson America, Inc. is headquartered in Torrance, Calif. For more information on EPSON and its products, call 1-800-BUY-EPSON or stop by our corporate website on the Internet at http://www.epson.com.


EXM/Time Corp Calendar/Scheduling
ENTERPRISE SOLUTIONS LIMITED ANNOUNCES A CORPORATE CALENDAR/SCHEDULING SOLUTION FOR EXM MAIL

OEM Agreement between ESL and Corporate Software & Technologies International, Inc. Provides Multi-Platform EXM/Time, based on CS&T's CorporateTime Package

January 16, 1996 - Enterprise Solutions UK Limited (ESL), Alton Hants., today announced an enterprise-wide, E-Mail-enabled calendar solution with multiple client platform support. EXM/Time is designed for use with ESL's X.400-based EXM Mail. Whether an organisation has a single server or 100 servers in 20 countries, EXM/Time provides seamless scheduling with automatic time zone adjustment. The package provides resource management, personal calendar and information management, plus task management.

EXM/Time is the result of an OEM Agreement between ESL and Corporate Software & Technologies International, Inc. (CS&T) of Montreal, Canada. EXM/Time is CS&T's CorporateTime calendar/scheduling solution, which has been X.400 mail-enabled with ESL's EXM Mail. EXM Mail is available across all popular platforms, providing a true cross-platform capability in a calendar/scheduling package. EXM/Time runs on various Unix servers, and provides uniform cross-platform support for Windows, Apple Macintosh, Unix character and Motif clients.

EXM/Time takes full advantage of the advanced client/server architecture and management capabilities of the EXM Mail server, or Message Transfer Agent (MTA). It is as scaleable as EXM Mail, providing reliable, manageable real-time server-to-server communication. With EXM/Time, users can schedule meetings and events with ease. By overlaying all the potential attendees' calendars in a single calendar display, allowing users to view the availability of everyone, meeting times can be determined quickly. With its advanced time zone support, all times are converted to local times of the user's individual country or time zone.

With the click of a mouse button, an electronic meeting notification/request can be sent either through EXM/Time or through EXM/Mail. Meeting organisers can track the status of each person invited. Resource management can also be tracked, allowing a resource administrator to book conference rooms or other resources, or allow users to book facilities on a first come-first serve basis.

Users can access EXM/Time while out of the office, using remote access to the network. Access rights can be controlled, as privacy is an essential element of one's personal calendar. Privileges to view, create or modify appointments may be designated to one or more people, with different levels of rights for different designates.

AVAILABILITY

EXM/Time is available as an add-on module. Unix and Windows versions are available now; a Macintosh version is scheduled for release during the first quarter of 1996. Pricing varies from 120 to 140 per user depending on quantity. ESL and CS&T are planning to integrate EXM/Time with X.500 Directory Services in the future.

COMPANY INFORMATION

Enterprise Solutions UK Limited is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Enterprise Solutions Limited of Westlake Village, California USA. Enterprise Solutions has been offering a complete, enterprise-wide messaging solution for moving information since 1991. EXM Mail consists of X.400 User Agents with P7 protocol and Message Store, full X.500 Directory Services, complete Mail Administration, 1988 X.400 Message Transfer Agents, and a family of mail-enabled add-on products for workflow and productivity. ESL is supplying EXM Mail X.400 and X.500 products for the Defense Message System-GOSIP contract. Other major customers include Wal*Mart Stores, McDonald's Corporation, BT, Digital Equipment Corporation, Bank of France, German Parliament, Bankers Automated Clearing Services (BACS), the UK Ministry of Health, and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc.

CS&T, formerly Dexotek, is a privately-owned, self-funded prime developer of office automation software and a leader in the development of enterprise-wide, time management systems. CS&T may be contacted at their corporate headquarters at 3535 St. Charles Blvd., Suite 450, Montreal, Canada H9H 3C4; telephone (514).694.7070.

Enterprise Solutions UK Limited may be contacted at their European headquarters, Ariel House, Mill Lane, Alton, Hants., telephone 01420 544 372; or fax 01420 544 673; E-mail sales@esltd.demon.co.uk


Microsoft Exchange Srvr MTA 1988 X.400 Cert.
MICROSOFT EXCHANGE SERVER MTA RECEIVES 1988 X.400 CERTIFICATION; ENSURES INTEROPERABILITY FOR CUSTOMERS

REDMOND, WASH. - JAN. 16, 1996 - Microsoft Corp. today announced it has received certification by US Gosip for the Microsoft Exchange Server Message Transfer Agent (MTA) for the 1988 X.400 specification. This certification helps ensure that customers' messaging systems interoperate with other X.400 systems. Microsoft's MTA is only the second MTA to receive this certification.

The Microsoft Exchange Server MTA has also been certified as complying with the US Gosip 1984 X.400 standards, which makes Microsoft the first vendor to certify a particular product for both 1984 and 1988 X.400 standards. Using X.25, TCP/IP and TP4, Microsoft Exchange Server adheres to the specifications of X.400, which help give customers a high degree of confidence that their systems will interoperate with other X.400 systems, both private and commercial. This certification also reinforces Microsoft's commitment to ensuring that Microsoft Exchange Server supports industry specifications.

In addition to being certified for both the 1988 and 1984 X.400 standards, Microsoft Exchange is also designed to support the Internet. Microsoft Exchange client architecture allows users to connect to Point of Preference (POP) and Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP) servers directly, using the Internet Mail Services component in Microsoft Plus! for WindowsR 95. Microsoft Exchange Internet Mail Connector provides Internet connectivity for an entire Microsoft Exchange Server- based organization and also supports MIME and UUENCODE, the two most popular specifications for handling rich data over the Internet. Microsoft Exchange makes it possible to connect a Microsoft Exchange client to a Microsoft Exchange Server over the Internet, treating the Internet just like a wide-area network. In addition to offering these technologies, which are shipping in the Microsoft Exchange Server release candidate today, Microsoft will in its next wave of products make it possible for a World Wide Web browser to access Microsoft Exchange Server applications and will allow users of Microsoft Exchange to take part in Internet newsgroup discussions.


Microsoft Softimage 3D for Windows NT
MICROSOFT DELIVERS HIGH-END 3-D ANIMATION SOFTWARE FOR MICROSOFT WINDOWS NT

Softimage 3D for Windows NT Provides Workstation-Class Capabilities And Performance at Approximately Half the System Cost

REDMOND, WASH. - JAN. 16, 1996 - Microsoft Corp. today began shipping a new version of its award-winning 3-D modeling and animation software, Microsoft Softimage 3D, for the Windows NT operating system. Softimage 3D 3.0 for Windows NT offers the same production-proven 3-D animation environment as Softimage 3D for Silicon Graphics systems, while delivering workstation-class performance at approximately 50 percent of the overall system cost. With this breakthrough in price/performance, more animators now can take advantage of high- end 3-D animation software.

For more than nine years, Softimage has provided digital-media artists with an intuitive, creative, production-proven 3-D modeling and animation environment for creating characters and scenes for films, commercials, games, interactive multimedia titles and other productions. Softimage products have helped create many of the world's most innovative, visual effects-rich productions, including films such as "Jurassic Park," The "Mask," "Jumanji" and "Casper"; commercials such as the Shell Dancing Gas Pumps; and interactive games such as Virtua Fighter and Daytona. Softimage has pioneered many of the advanced animation techniques that are used throughout the industry, including inverse kinematics, spline-based modeling and animation, and motion-capture technology. In 1994, the company merged with Microsoft to help bring these 3-D animation capabilities to a broader audience.

"Today marks an important milestone in making high-end 3-D animation capabilities widely available," said Daniel Langlois, senior director at Microsoft and founder of Softimage. "Because Windows NT offers the same high-performance graphics capabilities as UNIX-based workstations and all of the benefits of a highly competitive 'PC economy,' many more content creators will be able to take advantage of high-end 3-D animation software. And these compelling price/performance figures will get even better over time."

SIMILAR PERFORMANCE AT ABOUT 50 PERCENT OVERALL SYSTEM COST

Softimage 3D for Windows NT is targeted to professionals with the most demanding visual-effects requirements in the games, interactive titles, film, broadcast and video industries. Customers will experience similar or better performance than with Silicon Graphics' Indigo2 Extreme (i.e., real-time object manipulation, fast rendering) and all of the sophisticated 3-D modeling, animation, and rendering features of Softimage 3D running on Silicon Graphics systems. This high performance, combined with complete file compatibility and the same graphical user interface on both platforms, means that customers can begin using Softimage 3D for Windows NT immediately in their most demanding productions.

Softimage has worked closely with several hardware and graphics card manufacturers to optimize performance of Softimage 3D for Windows NT. Internal benchmark testing shows that Softimage 3D running on properly equipped Windows NT systems produces similar or better performance than traditional UNIX-based workstations that cost approximately twice as much.

CONTINUED SUPPORT FOR SILICON GRAPHICS SYSTEMS

Softimage plans to continue developing high-end animation tools for both the Windows NT and Silicon Graphics platforms.

"Silicon Graphics remains a very strategic platform for our products and for many of our cutting-edge projects," said Shirish Nadkarni, director of marketing for Softimage at Microsoft. "Continued support for SGI is especially important for those Softimage customers who require the fastest hardware at any cost."

MICROSOFT'S ADVANCED-AUTHORING TOOLS STRATEGY

Softimage is part of Microsoft's advanced-authoring tools (AAT) group. AAT is developing a new generation of integrated media-creation and authoring products that help fulfill the increasing demand for high- quality digital content used in games, interactive titles and on the Internet, as well as in film, broadcast and video.

"We envision an ever-increasing demand for high-quality multimedia content that can be delivered not only through the traditional film, video and broadcast platforms, but also through the emerging CD-ROM, digital video disk and Internet-based interactive platforms," said Craig Mundie, senior vice president at Microsoft. "The experience and skill set of Microsoft and Softimage provides the ideal combination to deliver both an open platform for media-creation tools and a set of tightly integrated tools that meet the requirements of a broad set of digital-media artists."

AVAILABILITY, PRICING, SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

Softimage 3D for Windows NT is available today for approximately $7,995 through the Softimage network of value-added resellers (VARs). Special pricing, which starts at $14,995 for hardware, monitor and Softimage 3D for Windows NT, is available until February 29, 1996, from a select group of certified hardware manufacturers. Owners of Softimage 3D version 2.66 or earlier can upgrade to Softimage 3D for Windows NT for approximately $1,995 (hardware not included). Softimage 3D Extreme, which includes features such as mental ray/distributed rendering, meta-clay organic modeling tools and particles, is expected to be available on the Windows NT platform in the first half of 1996.

Softimage 3D requires Windows NT 3.51 (with Service Pack 2 installed), a minimum of 64 MB of RAM, 1 GB of hard-disk space and a supported OpenGL graphics-accelerator card. Softimage has optimized for performance and certified several "turnkey" hardware configurations. Additional hardware configurations will be certified in the next few months.

COMPANY INFORMATION

Founded in 1982, Softimage develops media-rich software for applications including film, video, interactive TV, games and education. Products include Softimage 3D, Softimage Eddie (compositing), and Softimage Toonz (2-D cel animation). The company was acquired in 1994 by Microsoft Corp.

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ "MSFT") is the worldwide leader in software for personal computers. The company offers a wide range of products and services for business and personal use, each designed with the mission of making it easier and more enjoyable for people to take advantage of the full power of personal computing every day.


Microsoft Acquires Vermeer Technologies
MICROSOFT ACQUIRES VERMEER TECHNOLOGIES INC.

Critically Acclaimed Visual Client-Server Web Publishing Tool to Complement Internet Offerings From Microsoft Desktop Applications Division

REDMOND, WASH. - JAN. 16, 1996 - Microsoft Corp. today announced the acquisition of Vermeer Technologies Inc., a pioneer of visual, standards-based Web publishing tools based in Cambridge, Mass. Vermeer's flagship software application, FrontPage, is a critically acclaimed tool for easily creating and managing rich Web documents without programming. FrontPage will become a key component of Microsoft's strategy to provide a full range of tools that put the power of Web publishing, for both the Internet and intranets, in the hands of the broadest range of computer users.

"Millions of productivity-applications users want an easier way to participate in the excitement and enhanced productivity of the Web," said Bill Gates, chairman and CEO of Microsoft. "Vermeer's FrontPage fills the wide gap between simple HTML page editors and high-end, professional Web publishing systems available today."

"Access to Microsoft's resources and channel partnerships will allow us to realize our vision of 'Webtop publishing' on a broader scale," said John Mandile, Vermeer's president and chief executive officer. Vermeer coined the phrase "Webtop publishing" to define the process of creating Web sites using its innovative visual tools.

HIGH-QUALITY WEB PUBLISHING

FrontPage provides users with the fastest and easiest way to develop and maintain high-quality Web sites without programming. Designed for both individual users and collaborative work environments, FrontPage's client-server architecture supports authoring, scripting and Web- site management from a user's desktop, across a corporate LAN, or over the Internet. The client portion of the software, which is currently available for WindowsR operating system-based platforms and will be available for the MacintoshR later this year, includes the following features:

* FrontPage Editor for creating and editing HTML pages, with WYSIWYG

  support for many of the latest HTML formatting extensions

* FrontPage Explorer for graphically visualizing and managing a

  complex Web site composed of many documents and images

* WebBots that implement the most common Web server functionality,

  such as text searches, feedback forms, and threaded discussion

  forums, without any programming or complex setup

* Wizards and templates for easily creating personal and business

  Web pages in a task-oriented manner

* To Do List for tracking the status of authoring and management

  tasks to be completed on the site, a critical task for a

  collaborative Web document

The server portion of the product, known as Server Extensions, is implemented using the open industry standard Common Gateway Interface (CGI) and can run on the Windows 95 or Windows NT operating systems and popular versions of UNIX. These extensions support Internet server products such as NetSite from Netscape Communications Corp. and Microsoft Internet Information Server, which is currently in beta and is scheduled to ship in the first quarter of 1996. To allow users to get their Web sites up and running right out of the box, FrontPage includes an easy-to-set-up Personal Web Server.

"WEB DOCUMENTS" STRATEGY

Allowing users to create and edit Web documents easily is a key aspect of Microsoft's desktop applications strategy. Word processing and spreadsheet documents are the most common daily business communication formats among users today; Microsoft believes this same broad category of users will author web documents for corporate intranets or the Internet in the near future.

FrontPage is Microsoft's key offering in this burgeoning market. FrontPage extends the concept of document creation to include a variety of document types such as HTML or those created with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and the Microsoft PowerPoint presentation graphics program, connected by hyperlinks on both corporate LANs or the Internet. FrontPage was designed for the end user and business professional, with a user interface consistent with Microsoft Office.

With this announcement, Microsoft now provides a complete range of tools for users creating Web documents:

In December, Microsoft Office announced a line of Office Internet Assistants that make it easy for users to author standalone HTML pages using their familiar Office applications such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft PowerPoint.

FrontPage builds on this technology by providing the easiest way for end users, business professionals and Web-site managers to publish and manage high-quality Web sites without programming.

Documents created with Microsoft Office and Office Internet Assistants can be incorporated easily into a FrontPage Web document.

For professional publishers designing high-end solutions, Internet Studio provides a sophisticated publishing system to create, publish and manage Web sites that can include integrated programming and interactive multimedia.

DESKTOP APPLICATIONS DIVISION CREATES NEW PRODUCT UNIT

Over the next few months, the FrontPage development team will move to Microsoft headquarters in Redmond, Wash., and become the core of the newly established Web authoring product unit within the desktop applications division. This new group will be managed by Chris Peters, currently vice president of the Office product unit overseeing the design and development of Microsoft Office. A 14-year veteran at Microsoft, Peters was formerly general manager of the Word business unit and led the development of Microsoft Excel for five years. "We are incredibly impressed with the talent at Vermeer," Peters said. "They're smart people with great development talent and a deep understanding of what it takes to create high-quality, easy- to-use Web software. We're also excited about how well FrontPage works with our Office applications today and about the possibilities for even more integration in the future." FrontPage will continue to be available as a standalone product directly from Vermeer during the transition period, and through Microsoft's channel partners in the future.

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ "MSFT") is the worldwide leader in software for personal computers. The company offers a wide range of products and services for business and personal use, each designed with the mission of making it easier and more enjoyable for people to take advantage of the full power of personal computing every day.


Microsoft Access Developers Toolkit Avail
MICROSOFT ACCESS DEVELOPERS TOOLKIT AVAILABLE

REDMOND, WASH. - JAN. 16, 1996 - The Microsoft Access Developers Toolkit (ADT) for the Windows 95 operating system is now available. The ADT is an add-on product for developers who build solutions with Microsoft Access. The ADT includes twelve 32-bit OLE Controls, a two-volume reference for Visual Basic for Applications, and an improved Setup Wizard.

In addition, the ADT includes the Microsoft Replication Manager for scheduling database synchronization and a royalty-free run-time distribution license. The Microsoft Replication Manager is a set of tools used to manage replicated databases and add enhanced replication capabilities to solutions built with Microsoft Access or the Microsoft Jet database engine. Enhanced capabilities include support for rarely connected users to exchange updates via a "dropbox," as well as a topology map and log for all replication activity. The run-time license enables developers to distribute solutions built with Microsoft Access without obtaining a copy of Microsoft Access for each target desktop.

Microsoft Access for Windows 95, designed to take advantage of Windows 95 and the Windows NT&#153; operating system, delivers significant innovations to help make databases easier to use, more powerful and more flexible for all levels of users, from novices to database developers. Microsoft Access for Windows 95 is also available as part of Microsoft Office 95 Professional. Microsoft has improved the integration between Microsoft Access and the other Microsoft Office applications, so users enjoy a consistent user interface and shared tools, enabling them to harness the power of a relational database. Office is now one of the most widely used development platforms in the world, second only to the WindowsR operating system.

With the availability of the ADT, Microsoft is modifying its technical support policy to properly align telephone support for the ADT with support for Microsoft's other developer products. In the past, the ADT was supported in the same manner as desktop applications. With the new policy, ADT developers will receive 30 days of no-charge Standard Support, beginning with the first call for technical support. Additionally, developers may choose from a number of support options, including unlimited no-charge information services; member-to-member support on public online services such as MSN, The Microsoft Network; and Priority Support, available on a per-incident, 10-pack or annual-contract basis from Microsoft. This policy change affects all existing ADT/ADK versions.

The Microsoft Access Developers Toolkit is available for approximately $499 and comes with a $100 rebate coupon for owners of ADT version 2.0.

The Microsoft Network is operated by Microsoft Corp. on behalf of Microsoft Network LLC.

For additional details on support offerings, customers may call Microsoft PSS Sales and Information at (800) 936-3500.


Dell Dimension XPS Pro150 with ramRIGHT
DELL SHIPS SYSTEMS WITH "RAMRIGHT" FEATURE, BEGINS SALES OF NEW PENTIUM PRO PROCESSOR-BASED PCS

AUSTIN, TEXAS, JAN. 15, 1995 -- Dell Computer Corporation (Nasdaq: DELL) today announced that it is now shipping Dell Dimension XPS Pro150 personal computers with its "ramRIGHT" feature, a unique memory error correction system. Dell also announced that it has begun taking orders for the Dell Dimension XPS Pro200, a new PC based on the 200- megahertz (MHz) Intel Pentium Pro processor.

ADVANCED MEMORY TECHNOLOGY, MAINSTREAM PRICE The ramRIGHT system is designed to detect and correct single-bit memory errors without interrupting normal system operations and - - for the first time -- without adding considerably to the price of the system. Single-bit memory errors are infrequent occurrences in which a bit of memory loses its contents. Although the chances of a memory failure of this type are relatively small, the extra protection offered by ramRIGHT will be particularly valuable for customers using complex, critical applications.

The ramRIGHT system uses specialized modules -- known as parity memory SIMMs -- that contain an extra set of bits. These extra bits are used by the Intel 82450KX chipset to store error-correcting information which helps reconstruct the memory in the event of data loss.

The ramRIGHT feature is the first memory detection and correction system to provide this level of functionality without exacting a considerable price premium. The specialized ECC (error correcting code) SIMMs typically used in systems of this nature are much more expensive than the parity memory modules used in the Dell design.

The ramRIGHT feature is available on Pentium Pro processor-based Dell Dimension XPS systems ordered with either Microsoft Windows NT Workstation or with Windows 95 and at least 32MB of memory. XPS PRO200

Dell also announced today that it has begun taking orders for the Dell Dimension XPS Pro200, a PC based on the 200MHz Pentium Pro processor. Dell announced its intention to offer 200MHz Pentium Pro processor- based systems in November. Dell expects to begin shipping the XPS Pro200 within the next four weeks. The Pro200 is priced at $5,599 when configured with 32-megabytes of RAM; a 17LS monitor (15.75- inch viewable); the Imagine 128 video card; a 2-gigabyte hard drive; a 6X CD-ROM drive; a wavetable sound card; speakers; a 28.8 kbps fax/modem; factory-installed Windows NT, an advanced 32-bit operating system; MS-Office software; a three-year limited warranty*; and one year of Windows NT support. Dell has designed a unique support offering that comes standard with all Dell Dimension Pentium Pro processor systems ordered with Windows NT Workstation. The company has created a dedicated, toll-free software and operating systems support line that operates Monday - Friday, 7 a.m. - 9 p.m. (central time). Technicians will assist customers with their Windows NT support needs, from initial set up issues to questions about everyday usage. One-year of free access to this support is included with each XPS Pro150 and Pro200 system configured with Windows NT Workstation. Customers can also choose to extend their support contracts after the initial year.

A Fortune 500 company, Dell Computer Corporation is the world's leading direct marketer of computer systems and one of the largest computer system manufacturers in the world, based on revenues of $4.8 billion for the past four quarters. Dell designs and customizes products and services to end-user requirements, and offers an extensive selection of peripherals and software through the DellWare program. Information on Dell and its products can be obtained through its toll-free number, 1-800-BUY-DELL (1-800-289-3355) or by accessing the Dell World Wide Web server at http://www.dell.com/.


MSN EXTENDS TRIAL-MEMBERSHIP OFFER

REDMOND, WASH. - JAN. 16, 1996 - Microsoft Corp. today announced it will extend its trial-membership offer on MSN, The Microsoft Network, to 30 days of unlimited usage at no charge. This allows new MSN subscribers even more time to explore the many offerings of MSN.

Previously, the MSN trial-membership period provided new subscribers with the standard online offer of 30 days or 10 hours at no charge. With the new offer, first-time MSN subscribers can take unlimited advantage of the unique content, e-mail accounts, full World Wide Web access (where available), and thousands of Internet newsgroups on MSN for their first month of membership.

With the majority of its subscribers using full Internet access, MSN has become one of the largest Internet service providers available today.

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ "MSFT") is the worldwide leader in software for personal computers. The company offers a wide range of products and services for business and personal use, each designed with the mission of making it easier and more enjoyable for people to take advantage of the full power of personal computing every day.

The Microsoft Network is operated by Microsoft Corp. on behalf of Microsoft Network LLC.


ROLAP Superior Arch for Data Warehouse
Relational OLAP Confirmed as Superior Architecture for Data Warehouse & Decision Support Applications

MICROSTRATEGY RESPONDS TO PLATINUM'S ACQUISITION OF PRODEA

VIENNA, Va., January 19, 1996 -- MicroStrategy, the largest relational on-line analytical processing (ROLAP) vendor, today responds to Platinum Technology, Inc.'s announcement regarding its intent to acquire Prodea Software Corporation.

"We believe this acquisition reinforces the rapidly growing trend of corporations choosing ROLAP tools, rather than multidimensional OLAP, to develop enterprise data warehouses and decision support applications," said Michael J. Saylor, President and CEO of MicroStrategy. "ROLAP MEETS COMPANIES' REQUIREMENTS FOR A SOLUTION THAT COMBINES SOPHISTICATED MULTIDIMENSIONAL ANALYSIS CAPABILITIES WITH THE OPENNESS AND SCALABILITY OF STANDARD RELATIONAL DATABASES, RATHER THAN REQUIRING ADDITIONAL INVESTMENTS IN PROPRIETARY MULTIDIMENSIONAL DATABASES."

"Given the growth of the ROLAP marketplace during 1995, and the resulting increase in competition, we believe that acquisitions like this are inevitable," said Sanju K. Bansal, MicroStrategy's Executive Vice President. "As the smallest and newest vendor in the ROLAP industry, Prodea was a perfect candidate for acquisition by a larger, more established company that has the resources necessary to compete in this rapidly expanding market."

"The acquisition makes sense," continued Bansal. "Prodea has the right architecture, but an under-developed product line. This acquisition will enable Platinum to help Prodea complete its product suite by building on the product's core functionality." Platinum now faces the significant challenge of adding and positioning the new products in relation to its existing offerings.

"We believe this acquisition has positive implications for MicroStrategy," said Saylor. "THE ACQUISITION POSITIONS PLATINUM, ALONG WITH MANY OTHERS, AS AN EXCELLENT CANDIDATE FOR PROVIDING A RELATIONAL OLAP FRONT-END USING MICROSTRATEGY'S DSS SERVER PRODUCT AS THE ENGINE." MicroStrategy's DSS Server provides the only relational OLAP engine with complete business functionality, including derived metrics (percent- to-total, contribution), comparison analyses (this period/last period, period-to-date), ranking (top 10, 80/20), and non-aggregatable metrics (inventory, sell-through). MICROSTRATEGY ENABLES VENDORS SUCH AS PLATINUM TO FOCUS ON THE FRONT-END CAPABILITIES WHILE LEVERAGING DSS SERVER'S POWERFUL RELATIONAL OLAP ENGINE.

ABOUT MICROSTRATEGY, INC.

MicroStrategy is the leading provider of relational OLAP products and services for developing and accessing enterprise data warehouses. MicroStrategy has been recognized by Database Programming & Design as one of the Database Dozen: twelve companies that define the direction of the database industry. MicroStrategy was the first vendor to define a decision support object framework introducing intelligent agents and exception-reporting alerts; to develop a logical transparent map between multidimensional data views and relational tables; and to deliver an off-the-shelf, three-tier, decision support environment. MicroStrategy has the most experience in developing decision support systems on data warehouses exceeding 500 gigabytes. MicroStrategy's DSS Agent product line is widely used by Fortune 1000 corporations worldwide, and in alliances and partnerships with a variety of industry- leading companies.

MicroStrategy has offices in Washington, San Francisco, New York, Boston, Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, London and Barcelona. Corporate headquarters is located at 8000 Towers Crescent Drive, Vienna, VA 22182; Phone: 703-848-8600; Fax: 703-848-8610; Internet: info@strategy.com; World Wide Web: http://www.strategy.com/.


DecisionMaster Strategic Retail System
MicroStrategy and Intrepid Announce DecisionMaster

NEW SUITE OF PRODUCTS SLASH DEVELOPMENT TIME AND REDUCES MAINTENANCE COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH TRADITIONAL RETAIL DSS DEVELOPMENT EFFORTS

NATIONAL RETAIL FEDERATION CONFERENCE, New York, New York, Jan. 15, 1996 -- MicroStrategy, the largest relational on-line analytical processing (ROLAP) vendor, and Intrepid Systems, a leading provider of retail application software, today announced a partnership agreement where INTREPID WILL INTEGRATE MICROSTRATEGY'S OLAP PRODUCTS INTO ITS STRATEGIC RETAIL SYSTEM, PROVIDING SUPERIOR SOLUTIONS TO RETAIL- ORIENTED PROBLEMS SUCH AS SALES, MERCHANDISE MIX AND VENDOR PERFORMANCE ANALYSES.

MicroStrategy's industry-leading technology and Intrepid's extensive experience in building integrated retail management systems are the foundation for the new DecisionMaster, a packaged suite of retail analysis applications for Merchandising, Warehouse/Distribution and Financial operations. The DecisionMaster applications will be offered in conjunction with Interpid's Strategic Retail System. The DecisionMaster provides a single integrated retail data model, allowing retailers to implement leading-edge decision support analysis in significantly less time and with lower on-going maintenance costs than traditional methods.

"Historically, retail organizations have tried to take advantage of their current data by building decision support systems, but have been hampered by the significant challenges of bringing all of their key operational data into one accessible format," said Michael J. Saylor, MicroStrategy's President and CEO. "THE COMBINATION OF OUR LEADING-EDGE DSS TECHNOLOGY WITH INTREPID'S PROVEN RETAIL SOLUTIONS PROVIDES AN IDEAL SOLUTION FOR A BROAD RANGE OF RETAILERS IN SEGMENTS INCLUDING APPAREL, MASS MERCHANDISE, SUPER STORE, AND DEPARTMENT STORES."

"The DecisionMaster suite of products provides users with a decision support solution that is easy to use and dramatically more powerful than previously available products," said Rich White, President and CEO of Intrepid. "Having these capabilities integrated into our Strategic Retail System provides for the rapid and immediate out-of-the-box business benefits for retailers. These benefits are realized by eliminating the development time and maintenance costs associated with traditional methods of building Decision Support Systems."

THE FIRST OFFERING IN THE DECISIONMASTER SERIES IS DECISIONMASTER EXECUTIVE, AN EXECUTIVE INFORMATION SYSTEM THAT FOCUSES ON SALES AND PROFITABILITY ANALYSIS. ADDITIONAL OFFERINGS INCLUDE DECISIONMASTER MERCHANDISING, DECISIONMASTER OPERATIONS, DECISIONMASTER FINANCE AND DECISIONMASTER MARKETING. DecisionMaster Merchandising will enable analyses such as item performance tracking, slow mover identification, percent contribution, product classification review, sell-thru and inventory turn. DecisionMaster Operations will provide retailers with store/district/region manager performance alerts, product mix optimization, new store opening performance analysis, profitability analysis, this year versus last year comparisons and manager performance reviews. DecisionMaster Finance will allow users to perform ad hoc analysis of stock ledger, accounts payable and general ledger data. DecisionMaster Marketing will facilitate promotion performance analysis, market basket analysis, target market analysis, customer purchasing trends and targeted direct marketing.

PLATFORM AND AVAILABILITY

The initial release of the DecisionMaster suite of products, which will include DecisionMaster Executive, will be generally available in Q3 1996, with the rest of the products available by Q4 1996. All products will be available on Microsoft Windows, Windows NT, and Windows '95. All MicroStrategy products will be available directly from MicroStrategy, while the DecisionMaster products will be available from Intrepid Systems.

ABOUT MICROSTRATEGY

MicroStrategy is the leading provider of relational OLAP (ROLAP) products and services for developing and accessing enterprise data warehouses. MicroStrategy has been recognized by Database Programming & Design as one of the Database Dozen: twelve companies that define the direction of the database industry. MicroStrategy was the first vendor to define a decision support object framework introducing intelligent agents and exception-reporting alerts; to develop a logical transparent map between multidimensional data views and relational tables; and to deliver an off-the-shelf, three-tier, decision support environment. MicroStrategy has the most experience in developing decision support systems on data warehouses exceeding 500 gigabytes. MicroStrategy's DSS Agent product line is widely used by Fortune 1000 corporations worldwide, and in alliances and partnerships with a variety of industry-leading companies.

MicroStrategy has offices in Washington, San Francisco, New York, Boston, Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, London and Barcelona. Corporate headquarters is located at 8000 Towers Crescent Drive, Vienna, VA 22182; Phone: 703-848-8600; Fax: 703-848-8610; Internet: info@strategy.com; World Wide Web: http://www.strategy.com/.

ABOUT INTREPID

Intrepid Systems develops, markets and supports enterprise- wide application software for the retail industry Intrepid's fully integrated Strategic Retail System package supports Merchandise Management, Store Management, Distribution Management, Financial Management, and Management Reporting and Analysis. Strategic Retail System has an advanced architecture built on sophisticated design concepts that allows it to support current and emerging technologies. Strategic Retail System is the only AS/400-based retail management system written in COBOL. Intrepid's rapid success in the retail industry is unprecedented amongst package software providers. Intrepid markets its products and services to medium and large sized retailers and supports all segments of the retail industry.

Intrepid's corporate offices are located 1301 Harbor Bay Parkway, Suite 200, Alameda, CA 94502. The phone number is (510) 769-4888 and the fax number is (510) 769-4886.


FTP Acquires Mariner from NCD
FTP Software and Network Computing Devices Announce Sale of Mariner Intelligent Internet Organizer to FTP Software

Agreement Allows NCD to Incorportate Mariner Technology in Messaging and PC Networking Products.

MOUNTAIN VIEW, CALIF. AND ANDOVER, MASS., JANUARY 16, 1996 - FTP Software Inc., and Network Computing Devices, Inc., announced today that they have signed an agreement for the sale of NCD's Mariner Intelligent Internet Organizer business. Under terms of the agreement, FTP Software will acquire the assets of Mariner for $10 million, to be paid to NCD Software as a single payment. The acquisition is expected to be final in Q1 1996 upon signing of a definitive agreement.

Also, under the terms of the agreement FTP Software will license back to NCD the Mariner technology, including the source code, to be incorporated into future versions of NCD hardware and software products. NCD will pay FTP Software a one-time license fee of $2.5 million for these ongoing rights. FTP Software will continue to actively market the product as Mariner, will upgrade and enhance future versions of Mariner, and will be responsible for all customer relations and technical support following the acquisition.

"The acquisition of Mariner underscores FTP Software's commitment to making strategic technology investments," said David Zirkle, FTP Software's president and chief executive officer. "We plan to move quickly to incorporate Mariner technology into our product family, to give our customers solutions to help them realize the potential of the Internet for searching, organizing and sharing information."

"FTP Software selected Mariner because of its unique ability to function as an "Intelligent Internet Organizer," allowing the user to organize Internet-based information quickly and efficiently," said Jonathan Rodin, vice president of FTP Software's Internet Solutions Business Unit. Mariner's features include the ability to organize information by subject regardless of the source, and to build a personal roadmap of the user's Internet exploration. Users can also share information collected from the Internet via Mariner's Web-enabled e-mail capability.

In addition to the sale of Mariner, NCD and FTP Software have also signed an agreement for NCD to license FTP's network file server (NFS) client and server for Windows NT and Windows 95 for use in NCD's WinCenter family of software products. NCD also plans to incorporate FTP's NFS client and server into future NCD software products.

"This relationship will benefit customers for many reasons," said Jack Bradley, acting president and CEO of NCD. "FTP Software is a major designer of TCP/IP and Internet technology software, and Mariner offers the most sophisticated Internet navigation tool available. As FTP continues to develop the product, NCD has the ability to use Mariner's technology to bolster our other software products." Bradley added, "This agreement allows NCD to focus on our core software competencies, namely our Z-Mail messagin and PC-Xware X server software. It also gives NCD the ability to incorporate Mariner's technology in upcoming products which could be particularly valuable when it comes to our Internet-based messaging products."

ABOUT NCD

Founded in 1988, Network Computing Devices, Inc. (Nasdaq:NCDI), provides desktop information access solutions for network computing environments. The company includes two subsidiaries, NCD Software Corporation and NCD Systems Corporation. NCD Software is a leading supplier of software products that include PC-Xware X server software integrating MS Windows and DOS-based PCs into X/UNIX networks; Marathon, a TCP/IP networking software for MS Windows; and Z-Mail, a cross-platform electronic- mail and messaging system for open systems environments. NCD Systems is a major supplier of enterprise desktop hardware and software solutions.

ABOUT FTP SOFTWARE, INC.

FTP Software, Inc. is the leading independent supplier of Internet software solutions that enable millions of PC users world-wide to access resources across LANs, enterprise networks and the global Internet. The publicly held company (Nasdaq: FTPS) is a pioneering developer of TCP/IP and interconnectivity applications and is committed to providing technically superior products for sharing information across disparate computing platforms and networks. Both its Networking Business Unit and new Venture Business Unit are targeting and investing in emerging markets and developing new technologies that will carry the company's vision into the 21st century. FTP Software markets its products and services worldwide through an international distributor network, original equipment manufactuerers (OEMs) and direct sales.


NetWorld+Interop Keynote Speakers
Keynote Speakers Address Internet Issues at NetWorld+Interop

Gates and Frankenberg to Discuss Internet Challenges and Advancements at the Event Recognized as the Catalyst for Internet and Networking Development

FOSTER CITY, CA (JANUARY 16, 1996)--NetWorld+Interop, the Networking Summit, today announced keynote speakers for NetWorld+Interop 96 Las Vegas, April 1-5) at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Bill Gates, Robert Frankenberg and executives from MCI Communications Corporation, SRI International and Eicon Technology will address the latest developments in networking, from expansion of the Internet and private networks to the assessment of technological and social Internet risks.

"As the original resource for TCP/IP and Internet technology, we continue to offer attendees the most current and critical information relevant to enterprise networking today," said Michael Millikin, Senior Vice President of NetWorld+Interop. "For the Las Vegas event, our choice of keynotes supports our mission to provide the latest in new developments--for business today and the consumer tomorrow- -in networking, convergence and the Internet."

Keynote Addresses

BUSINESS COMMUNICATION AND THE INTERNET

Tuesday, April 2nd 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

BILL H. GATES, chairman and CEO of Microsoft Corporation, explores the Internet phenomenon and its implications for the computer industry, business and the consumer. He will discuss how the Internet fits within Microsoft's overall vision of distributed systems that provide "Information at Your Fingertips."

He offers a particular focus on client/server business applications which integrate messaging and database and can take advantage of the Internet to provide an entirely new class of solutions.

CHALLENGES OF A NETWORK-CENTRIC WORLD

Tuesday, April 2nd 12:15 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.

ROBERT J. FRANKENBERG, chairman and CEO of Novell, Inc., will discuss the challenges of a network-centric world. He will illustrate how Novell is participating in the creation of a smart global network...a network that includes both public (the Internet) and private networks and enables people to connect to each other and the information they need, giving them the ability to act on that information anytime and from anyplace.

THE NEW AGE OF NETWORKS: JUST TELL ME WHAT YOU WANT

Wednesday, April 3rd 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

JOHN W. GERDELMAN, president of network MCI Services, MCI Communications Corporation, discusses the upcoming challenge that networks will face in becoming all things to all people: global webs and local loops; providers of content, context and conduit; public and private; corporate, community and individually focused.

TECHNOLOGICAL AND SOCIAL RISKS IN THE INFRASTRUCTURE

Wednesday, April 3rd 12:15 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.

DR. PETER G. NEUMANN, principal scientist, Computer Science Laboratory, SRI International tackles vital Internet issues such as what are the risks involved in the Internet and what can be done about them? What are realistic expectations for the future? What is likely to happen with digital commerce? Is your privacy being eaten away? What is really happening in the crypto world? These and other questions will be considered with illustrative cases noted.

THE NETWORKED DESKTOP: THE FUTURE OF INFORMATION ACCESS

Thursday, April 4th 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

MAKS WULKAN, executive vice president of Eicon Technology, will discuss the impact of emerging trends in connecting remote LANs and individual users to networked information resources, and the challenge to present solutions for new network access. He will address how ubiquitous datatone shipping on PCs and servers can help users manage change and lower overall cost of ownership of their networks.

In addition to the keynotes, attendees will have an opportunity to explore the latest technological developments with high-quality conferences, tutorials and workshops, including the newest offering, the CTI/Telecommunications Symposium. This is a special one-day intensive symposium for the general conference covering the merger of the communications services offered by public and private networks and the information processing capabilities of computing devices. There is also the Executive Conference, which will provide executive-level expert knowledge on "Integrating the Internet into Your Enterprise."

NetWorld+Interop attendees can take advantage of the expertise offered through five main conference themes. Network Connectivity focuses on the technologies used for building networks; ATM & Switched Networks addresses ATM as well as other technologies surrounding switching hubs; Enterprise Applications addresses services and applications which turn multiplatform internetworks into transparent distributed systems; Practical Internets includes educational Internet offerings with regard to security, government on-line and telcos; and The Third Annual Engineer Conference (now held in conjunction with the NetWorld+Interop General Conference) focuses on five topic areas of interest in computer- communications including traffic/congestion management, cell-based routing, distributed applications management, video over enterprise networks, and high-speed packet filtering and firewalling.

NetWorld+Interop is a comprehensive networking event that offers a combination of conferences, tutorials, workshops, exhibits and interactive technology demonstrations. Launched in Las Vegas in 1994, NetWorld+Interop also produces events in London, Sydney, Frankfurt, Tokyo, Atlanta, Paris and, in 1997, Singapore. Recognized as The Networking Summit, these events address the business, engineering and product application issues of the Internet and the networking industry, and are the industry's premier events where attendees can experience new and emerging networking technologies before making critical purchasing decisions. Attendees can research the latest in exhibitor product information, technology conference offerings and show events, as well as year-round NetWorld+Interop information, at the NetWorld+Interop web site http://www.interop.com.

SOFTBANK Expos, 303 Vintage Park Drive, Foster City, CA 94404

1-800-4-SBEXPOS, 415-578-6900, http://www.sbexpos.com


NIWeek Int'l Virtual Instrumentation Conf.
NIWeek 96 -- The International Virtual Instrumentation Conference

AUSTIN, TEXAS -- JAN. 18, 1996 -- National Instruments announced today plans for its second annual international conference on virtual instrumentation. NIWeek 96 - Tap the Power of Virtual Instrumentation - will be held Aug. 5-8, 1996 at the Stouffer-Renaissance Hotel in Austin, Texas. NIWeek is designed for engineers and scientists involved in test, measurement, and industrial automation; third-party developers who are members of the National Instruments Alliance Program; and instrument manufacturers and strategic partners. Attendees will learn about virtual instrumentation, have the opportunity to gain insights from top management and key engineering personnel at National Instruments, attend in-depth technical training, and share ideas and experiences with expert users.

About NIWeek 96

The first day of the conference focuses on the needs of National Instruments Alliance Program members, including developers, consultants, and system integrators. The remainder of NIWeek 96 is packed with technical sessions covering a wide span of topics related to virtual instrumentation, including:

 National Instruments strategies and directions

 Latest versions of LabVIEW and LabWindows/CVI software

 New software for Visual Basic, C/C++, and Excel users

 Fundamental and advanced programming

 Innovations in DAQ, GPIB, VXI, and Fieldbus

 Test executives and instrument driver standards

 Test performance optimization

 Connections to industrial I/O servers

 Building data acquisition and signal conditioning systems

 Creating SCADA/MMI applications

 Computer warfare (Window 95 vs Windows NT vs Macintosh)

 Processor warfare (Pentium vs. PowerPC)

 Product development sessions

Application Contest - Call for Papers

National Instruments invites users to participate in the NIWeek 96 Application Contest. An anonymous judging panel comprised of editors of technical publications as well as various National Instruments technical experts will identify the best applications of virtual instrumentation. Contest winners will be recognized for their achievement, receive free registration to NIWeek 96, and present their applications to attendees. DEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF ABSTRACTS IS MARCH 29, 1996.

About National Instruments

National Instruments, headquartered in Austin, Texas, manufactures software and hardware products for PCs and workstations that scientists and engineers worldwide use to build virtual instrumentation systems. These systems are used for research and industrial applications, such as automated testing, laboratory automation, advanced research, industrial control, factory automation, physiological monitoring, numerical analysis, and data visualization.

National Instruments stock is traded on the NASDAQ National Market System under the symbol NATI. Further information on National Instruments may be obtained from the company's SEC filings or by directly contacting the company's Investor Relations Department at (512) 349-5090.

For more information about NIWeek 96, contact, contact:

National Instruments

6504 Bridge Point Parkway

Austin, Texas 78730-5039

(512) 794-0100

Or call toll free in the U.S. and Canada at (800) 433-3488, fax (512) 794-8411, e-mail info@natinst.com. Readers can also access information through the company's InstrumentationWeb at http://www.natinst.com/

SPECIAL INVITATION TO EDITORS

Editors interested in attending NIWeek 96 to meet end-users and learn more about virtual instrumentation and customer applications, or who would like to serve on committees to vote on awards for best applications or papers, should contact Tad Druart at (512) 794-5662 or email: tad.druart@natinst.com


Plug-Ins for Netscape Navigator API
FIFTEEN COMPANIES DELIVER FIRST PLUG-INS FOR NETSCAPE NAVIGATOR API

NEW SOFTWARE COMPONENTS BUILD ON NETSCAPE PLATFORM TO BRING LIVE ONLINE CONTENT TO USERS

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. (January 17, 1996) -- Netscape Communications Corporation (NASDAQ: NSCP) announced today that 15 companies have created software components that extend the capabilities of the Netscape Navigator 2.0 platform using the Netscape Navigator Plug-In Application Programming Interface (API). These companies are among 12,000 commercial and enterprise software developers and creative and design professionals building on the Netscape open software platform as part of the Netscape Development Partners Program. The new Plug-Ins, developed in just four months since the API's introduction, are available immediately from the Netscape Plug-In Clearinghouse on the Netscape Web site.

The Netscape Navigator Plug-In API allows developers to extend the functionality of Netscape Navigator 2.0, available in beta on the Internet, with native support for new data types and additional features. Plug-Ins appear as additional capabilities of Netscape Navigator and can add multimedia capability such as streaming audio and video, VRML-based 3-D graphics, and animation to Web sites. They can also increase the Internet's functionality for business applications by providing document publishing, spreadsheet, time management, and word-processing capabilities within Netscape Navigator. Additionally, utility Plug-Ins enable OLE objects, VBXs, and OCXs -- Microsoft's object component architectures for application integration -- to be embedded in Netscape Navigator. These utilities provide the framework for easily porting existing client/server applications to the Internet using the Netscape platform.

"Building a Plug-In is much simpler than building an OCX, so Windows and Macintosh developers are moving quickly to use the Netscape Navigator Plug-In API to take existing applications, viewers, and utilities and integrate them into the Netscape platform," said Donna Simonides, developer relations director at Netscape. "These 15 Plug-Ins are the first of many that will change the face of the World Wide Web by enabling Web site creators to include on their pages a variety of live content and data types supported by Netscape's popular Internet platform."

The following are the first multimedia viewer Plug-Ins available:

 Shockwave for Director by Macromedia enables more than 250,000

 Macromedia developers to bring true multimedia to the Web. Microsoft

 Windows and Macintosh users seamlessly interact with Director

 animations, games, commercials, clickable links to URLs (Universal

 Resource Locators), sound, and more - all from within Netscape

 Navigator.

 VDOLive by VDONet compresses video images without compromising

 quality on the receiving end. The speed of the user's connection

 determines the frame delivery rate: with a 28.8 kbps modem, VDOLive

 runs in real time at 10 to 15 frames per second.

 Real Audio by Progressive Networks provides live and on-demand

 real-time audio straight from a Web site into Netscape Navigator.

 Real Audio enables users to view HTML documents in one frame

 while streaming audio to another with the Netscape Navigator frames

 technology.

 ToolVox for The Web by Voxware allows content creators to stream

 high quality, high compression (53:1) speech audio from their

 Web pages without the need for an audio server.

 WebFX by Paper Software, a high performance 3-D VRML platform which

 lets users fly through VRML worlds on the Web and run interactive,

 multi-user VRML applications written in Java. The WebFX Plug-In

 features 3-D text, background images, texture, animation, morphing,

 viewpoints, gravity, and Real Audio streaming sound.

 VR Scout VRML Plug-In by Chaco Communications, an extremely fast

 VRML viewer that lets users fly through 3-D graphical scenes and

 uses multithreading to enable users to view scenes while they

 are downloading.

 WIRL by VREAM lets users experience interactive virtual reality

 within a Web page. Fully supporting VRML, WIRL extends VRML with

 support for object behaviors (such as motion, rotation, gravity,

 weight, elasticity, throwability, and sound), logical cause and

 effect relationships, multimedia capabilities, and links to Windows

 applications. WIRL also lets users customize virtual worlds from

 within Netscape Navigator. Users can select an object such as

 alogo, make it spin, change its color and texture, and even assign

 a URL to the object.

 Corel Vector Graphics CMX Viewer enables content creators to use

 smoothly scalable, high resolution vector graphics files that

 often are significantly smaller than normal raster based GIF or

 JPEG files.

 Lightning Strike by IION, an optimized wavelet image codec, or

 compression-decompression algorythm, that provides higher compression

 ratios, smaller image files, faster transmissions, and improved

 image quality than typical raster file formats.

The following are the first business-related Plug-Ins available:

 Adobe Acrobat "Amber" Reader, a free version of Adobe Acrobat

 software that allows users to easily download, view, and print

 fully-formatted, professional quality documents right in Netscape

 Navigator. Adobe Acrobat supports the Adobe Portable Document Format

 (PDF), a standard, cross-platform file format widely used on the

 Internet for distributing visually-rich documents.

 Envoy Plug-In by Tumbleweed Software lets users view documents

 on the Internet exactly as designed. It preserves fonts, graphics,

 and document layout in a compact format ideal for Web publishing.

 Formula One/NET by Visual Components, the first Excel-compatible

 spreadsheet with built-in Internet functionality. Worksheets

 can include live charts, links to URLs, formatted and editable

 text and numbers, and calculations with formulas.

 EarthTime by Starfish Software lets users tell time around the

 world at a glance - without leaving Netscape Navigator. EarthTime

 displays the local time and date for eight geographic locations

 of the user's choice from a database of over 350 world capitals

 and commercial centers.

The following are the first Plug-In utilities available:

 OpenScape Toolkit by Object Power a component-based rapid application

 development (RAD) Plug-In for building enterprise applications

 for both the Internet and corporate networks or Intranets.

 Applications built with OpenScape's Visual Basic-compatible scripting

 language can contain OCXs and OLE objects. With OpenScape, existing

 enterprise applications can be easily migrated to the Netscape

 platform.

 OLE Control Plug-In by NCompass lets users embed OLE controls as

 applets created using standard programming languages and development

 tools like Visual C++, Visual Basic, and the Microsoft Windows

 Game SDK.

The Netscape Navigator Plug-In API marks a new era in software distribution in which software is delivered to users when they need it. As a result, developers can use cutting-edge technology to create exciting content without fear that Web users will not be able to find the Plug-Ins needed to view a page. When users access Web pages containing a media type that Netscape Navigator does not natively support, the Netscape Navigator prompts them to download the right Plug-In, automatically jumping to the Netscape Plug-In Clearinghouse on the Netscape Web site (at....

     http://home.netscape.com/comprod/products/

            navigator/version_2.0/plugins/index.html )

and offering a link to the appropriate Plug-In. The user downloads the software needed and is immediately able to view the page -- without ever leaving Netscape Navigator or reconfiguring the computer.

The Netscape Navigator Plug-In software development kit (SDK) contains the necessary tools and documentation to develop Plug-Ins for supported platforms and is freely available on the Netscape Web site at...

     http://home.netscape.com/comprod/

            development_partners/plugin_api/index.html

Developers can receive technical support for the Netscape Navigator Plug-In API through the Netscape Development Partners Program. Information about the program is available on the Netscape site or by sending electronic mail to "devinfo@netscape.com". Additional Plug-Ins will become available with the release of the final version of Netscape Navigator 2.0 later this month.

Netscape Communications Corporation is a premier provider of open software for linking people and information over enterprise networks and the Internet. The company offers a full line of Netscape Navigator clients, servers, development tools, and Netscape Internet Applications to create a complete platform for next-generation, live online applications. Traded on NASDAQ under the symbol "NSCP," Netscape Communications Corporation is based in Mountain View, California.

Find out more about Netscape at info@netscape.com, or call 415/528-2555.


Find Your Cyber-Soulmate with Novell
Find Your "Cyber-Soulmate" with Novell

New Interactive Web Site Offers Fun Discovery of Novell LAN WorkPlace 5 Features

SAN JOSE, Calif. -- January 17, 1996 -- Kate is the first to arrive at your party, touches all of your food without eating any of it, then gets in a fight with your dog. Mack travels to France for the fries and toast, and parks his car in the loading zone at the airport. Jen thinks she is so important that she will cut in line in a funeral procession, and is always willing to give unwanted advice and scathing criticism. Sound like some crazy cross-pollination of "Friends" meets "Melrose Place?" Think again--these eccentric folks are all characters in Novell's new interactive Web site "Find Your Cyber-Soulmate," which promotes the many features of Novell's industry leading Internet connectivity software LAN WorkPlace 5. This new interactive Web site demonstrates the ease with which information can be delivered to customers, partners and employees through technology such as Novell's LAN WorkPlace 5 and NetWare Web Server.

Found on Novell's Web site (http://iamg.novell.com/iamg/internet/soulmate/), this promotion invites participants to read about characters who could use the assistance of LAN WorkPlace 5. Each character represents the challenges of different features of information access partners such as remote access, reliability, sharing information and networking- -all of which are met by the features of LAN WorkPlace 5. After reviewing each screen, participants are asked to take a quiz to test their new knowledge of LAN WorkPlace 5, after which they are automatically entered into a semi-monthly contest to win a T-shirt, and into the grand prize drawing to win an IBM ThinkPad Butterfly.

"This interactive Web site demonstrates to our customers the effectiveness of the Internet as a delivery mechanism," said Mark Griffiths, director of marketing Novell Internet Commerce Division. "Through this fun interactive experience, users will learn how this powerful tool can enhance connectivity, access to information and data sharing."

LAN WorkPlace 5 is the industry-leading desktop connectivity product that gives users a full suite of easy-to-use applications for fast, concurrent access to a wide range of TCP/IP, Internet and NetWare resources. For more information on Novell, its products and Internet solutions, visit the Novell World Wide Web site at http://www.novell.com.

Novell (NASDAQ:NOVL) is the world's leading network software provider. Novell software provides the infrastructure for a networked world, enabling our customers to connect with other people and the information they need, anytime and anyplace. Novell partners with other technology and market leaders to help customers make networks a part of their everyday lives.


Novell Simplifies Conversion to NetWare 4.1
Novell Simplifies Conversion to NetWare 4.1 with Partner ToolKit

Migration Tools Available to Novell Partners Convert NT Server, LAN Manager, LAN Server to Industry-Leading NetWare 4.1 and NDS

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. -- January 16, 1996 -- Novell, Inc. today announced the availability of sophisticated migration tools that enable companies to quickly and easily migrate to NetWare 4.1 and NetWare Directory Services (NDS) from Microsoft NT Server, Microsoft LAN Manager and IBM LAN Server. These tools are being made available on a special Migration Edition of the Novell Consulting ToolKit, which will be distributed to partners attending Novell's annual Enterprise Consulting Partners Forum here today.

Novell's Enterprise Consulting Partners will use the ToolKit to help their customers migrate to NetWare 4.1 and NDS from competing networks, allowing customers to reap the benefits of a single, integrated information system that is easier to access, easier to administer, and less expensive to own, operate and maintain. The ToolKit includes a migration tool, a Server Message Block (SMB) compatibility tool, and additional client migration resources including methodologies, notes from Novell research, and other conversion utilities.

Novell's Enterprise Consulting Partners are a select group of the industry's leading systems integrators and consulting organizations. These partners deliver flexible and competitive client/server solutions built on Novell's distributed network services for customers with large, enterprise-wide networks.

INTELSAT is the international telecommunications satellite company, headquartered in Washington, D.C. Alfonso Guilaran, INTELSAT LAN analyst, said, "Our biggest concern in migrating and consolidating from Microsoft LAN Manager and NT Servers to NetWare 4.1 was our ability to identically configure customer access to applications and data in the NetWare 4.1 environment. The migration tools provided by Novell made it simple and automated the work for us."

"At the Voluntary Hospitals of America (VHA) corporate offices, we've been migrating from LAN Server to NetWare 4.1," said Eric Wilson, MasterCNE for The Harding Group, a systems integrator in Arlington, Texas. "Our concern was the ability for our users to still access applications and resources without having to visit every desktop at the time of the migration. The Novell ToolKit has been unbelieveably easy to use and the SMB emulation tool alone makes this ToolKit priceless."

The Migration Edition of this ToolKit provides system integrators and consultants with the ability to provide across-the-wire migration from NT Server, LAN Server, and LAN Manager networks to Novell's NetWare 4.1. This capability enables data files to be migrated directly across the network from the source server to the destination server, automatically converting user information, access rights and data from other environments to NDS on NetWare. This migration method saves considerable time by preserving users' names, permissions, account information and file system data on the source server. Existing utilities to migrate users from Banyan Vines and NetWare 3 to NetWare 4 are also included on the ToolKit.

Also included in the ToolKit is a Server Message Block NetWare Loadable Module (NLM) that allows users to continue to run line-of-business applications without changing their client software during the migration. This enables network managers to smoothly transition to the new operating system environment by switching over the server to NetWare--without having to visit each client workstation the day of conversion. Users experience zero down time and network managers can complete client conversion at another date.

"We developed these migration tools in response to the enterprise customers worldwide who are turning to NetWare 4.1 and NDS to lower their cost of network ownership, help their network administrators and users work more efficiently, and ensure they're on the right network path for the future," said Bob Wise, vice president, Novell Consulting. "With NDS quickly becoming the central service that ties together the enterprise network, these tools combined with the expertise of our Enterprise Consulting Partners will help ensure customers' transition to NetWare 4.1 and NDS is as fast and easy as possible."

In support of the Migration Edition of the ToolKit, Novell Consulting will be offering migration workshops for Novell channel partners between February and April 1996 at more than 15 locations throughout North America. These workshops will also be offered at Novell offices in Europe, Asia and Latin America. In addition, Novell Consulting will be hosting migration sessions during the company's annual BrainShare developer's conference in March.

The Migration Edition of the Novell Consulting ToolKit will be generally available to all Novell Consulting Partners and Platinum and Gold partners, at no charge beginning in February. Novell customers and other interested parties can subscribe to the Consulting ToolKit for a small annual fee by calling 801-429-5387, or completing the subscription form in Novell's web site.

For more information about Novell's Enterprise Consulting Partners, call 1-800-346-6855 or 801-429-7557, or visit Programs in Novell's World Wide Web site at http://www.novell.com.

Novell (NASDAQ: NOVL) is the world's leading network software provider. Novell software provides the infrastructure for a networked world, enabling our customers to connect with other people and the information they need, anytime and anyplace. Novell partners with other technology and market leaders to help customers make networks a part of their everyday lives.


Novell DeveloperNet Signs up 1,000th User
Novell's DeveloperNet Signs Up 1,000th Subscriber

Rapidly gains momentum with developers targeting network environments

SAN JOSE, Calif. -- January 15, 1996 -- Novell, Inc., today announced that DeveloperNet, its comprehensive developer relations subscription program launched in September 1995, has rapidly gained momentum and reached a significant milestone with its 1,000th subscription. Novell formed DeveloperNet in concert with its renewed focus on network software and strategic vision to provide developers with open access to a robust set of network services. The subscription program now serves as Novell's primary communications channel to deliver information, tools and help to the software development community.

The 1,000th DeveloperNet subscription went to Jeffrey Biesecker, President of JEB Technology, a software developer based in York, Pennsylvania specializing in developing network applications for education and non-profit organizations.

"Through DeveloperNet, we receive current products and timely information and support about Novell's technology," said Biesecker. "We are currently looking at developing interactive Web applications to open databases to the Internet, and we want to use Novell technology such as NetWare Web Server due to Novell's enhanced security features. Our DeveloperNet subscription is the best vehicle to develop network applications for technology such as this. Novell is clearly committed to creating opportunities for their developers to succeed."

Gary Mueller, Novell's vice president of corporate developer relations, added that this is an important milestone for Novell. "We launched DeveloperNet in late September 1995 with the intention of building the premier developer relations program in the industry. DeveloperNet offers software developers all of the tools, information and help they need to create applications leveraging the most comprehensive and powerful set of network services available. Receiving our 1,000th subscription so quickly after the introduction of DeveloperNet reinforces the fact that we're meeting developers' needs."

DeveloperNet members and other developers will gather at Novell in Utah on March 18-22, 1996 for BrainShare '96", Novell's premier technical conference for networking professionals. At BrainShare, Novell will deliver alpha interface specifications for Net2000, code- name for Novell's initiative to enable the Smart Global Network by providing developers with a universal interface to network services. Net2000 will provide the network interfaces, infrastructure and core services necessary to build, manage and deploy business logic, content, extended services and resources across applications, applets, objects, components and devices throughout the network. Materials distributed at BrainShare will include: specifications for naming, communication and security; architecture documents; and components to demonstrate access to current services.

Novell's DeveloperNet is a comprehensive subscription program for developers creating and optimizing applications that utilize Novell's networking services and enable the Smart Global Network" that spans from workgroup LANs to the Internet. DeveloperNet is the primary communications channel for the delivery of tools, information, and help to software developers. DeveloperNet subscribers receive a comprehensive set of information resources from Novell. Some of the tools include a choice of Novell's most current networking products and Software Developer's Kit CD-ROMs. Information for DeveloperNet subscribers include a subscription to Developer Notes, Novell's monthly technical journal with tips, codes samples and general information for software developers working on network-integrated applications.

Help is available to DeveloperNet subscribers through Novell's developer-specific support organization. DeveloperNet subscribers receive credits for one-on-one consultations with Developer Support Engineers, who will work with developers until an issue is resolved. DeveloperNet subscribers also have access to the latest online resources for technical information, files and patches, and more. DeveloperNet subscribers also become members of a community whose feedback is solicited in a number of Developer's Conferences and Special Interest Group meetings, as well as BrainShare, throughout the year.

A base subscription to DeveloperNet costs $345.00 (US) per year; an advanced subscription costs $995.00 (US) per year.

To subscribe to DeveloperNet by phone, call 1-800-REDWORD (1-800- 733-9673), fax to 1-801-228-5080, e-mail at devprog@novell.com, or subscribe via the World Wide Web at http://developer.novell.com.

Novell (NASDAQ:NOVL) is the world's leading network software provider. Novell software provides the infrastructure for a networked world, enabling our customers to connect with other people and the information they need, anytime and anyplace. Novell partners with other technology and market leaders to help customers make networks a part of their everyday lives.


CISCO & Netscape Sign Software Licensing
CISCO AND NETSCAPE SIGN SOFTWARE LICENSING AGREEMENT

SIMPLIFIED INTERNET SOFTWARE SOLUTION IDEAL FOR NETWARE USERS

SAN JOSE, Calif., January 16, 1996 - Offering the millions of network PC users an easy way to connect to the Internet, Cisco Systems, Inc. today announced a licensing agreement with Netscape Communications Corp. to bundle Netscape Navigator' client software with Cisco's recently acquired Internet Junction Internet gateway software. Together, Cisco and Netscape are providing Novell NetWare users with a complete solution for simplified connection to Internet resources such as the World Wide Web.

The newly combined software package connects NetWare PCs to the native language of the Internet, TCP/IP, without requiring network managers to install complex TCP/IP networking software on every PC. The bundle simplifies and centralizes the management of Internet connections and preserves Windows NT, Novell NetWare, and UNIX network investments by isolating sensitive business information on mission-critical network servers. Netscape Navigator also adds advanced Internet security features based on the Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) open protocol.

"Our new software bundle will give Novell NetWare network managers an easily applied and installed Internet access solution for their current network," said Ed Kozel, general manager of Cisco's Internet Business Unit. "The Netscape Navigator client provides an easy-to- use access point for entering the Internet over Cisco's gateway software. Users will be able to explore online information worldwide and confidently conduct business," added Kozel.

"This agreement with Cisco brings the ease of use and advanced features of Netscape Navigator to NetWare users looking for a complete Internet solution," said Mike Homer, vice president of marketing at Netscape. "Together, we are making it easy for organizations to provide users with point-and-click access to the wealth of information and resources available on Intranets enterprise networks and the Internet."

The new Internet Junction/Netscape Navigator software bundle is available immediately through both direct and two-tier distribution channels. Enterprise customers can purchase the new bundle directly from Cisco starting at $595 for a five user license by calling Cisco Systems at (800) 553-6387. CiscoPro Internet Junction software is also bundled with Netscape Navigator software and can be purchased through CiscoPro VARs. CiscoPro products are sold to businesses, institutions and individuals for use in branch offices, medium- and small-sized businesses and professional home offices. These markets are predicted to grow from $2.5 billion in 1995 to $7.2 billion in 1999, according to In-Stat, Inc.

Corporate Background

Cisco Systems (NASDAQ: CSCO) is the leading global supplier of enterprise internetworking solutions, including routers, LAN and ATM switches, dial-up access servers and network management software. These products, integrated by the Cisco IOS software, link geographically dispersed LANs, WANs and IBM networks. Cisco news and product/service information are available at World Wide Web site http://www.cisco.com. Cisco is headquartered in San Jose, CA.

Netscape Communications Corporation is a premier provider of open software for linking people and information over enterprise networks and the Internet. The company offers a full line of Netscape Navigator clients, servers, development tools, and Netscape Internet Applications to create a complete platform for next-generation, live online applications. Traded on NASDAQ under the symbol "NSCP," Netscape Communications Corporation is based in Mountain View, California.

Find out more about Netscape at info@netscape.com, or call 415/528-2555.


Opcode Launches Integrated MIDI Solution
Opcode Launches Integrated MIDI Solution for Windows Vision, Galaxy, OMS and MIDI Interfaces

NAMM EXPO * JANUARY 18, 1996--Opcode Systems, Inc. today announced the launch of its MIDI system solution for the Windows platform. This integrated system includes Vision 2.5 MIDI sequencing software, Galaxy the Universal Librarian, and Music Quest MIDI interface hardware. It also includes the industry standard OMS (Open Music System), which facilitates effortless interfacing to PC sound cards, MIDI hardware and multitrack recorders.

"The acquisition of Music Quest was Opcode's first step in entering the PC market," said Chris Halaby, Opcode's CEO. "Bringing Vision, Galaxy, and OMS to Windows completes the system and gives professional musicians a choice of platforms. Opcode plans to be in the Windows market for the long run."

VISION 2.5:

Vision delivers an extensive set of musical, intuitive tools. Familiar tape recorder-like controls and user-configurable mixing consoles make music creation quick and easy. Vision also gives users the ultimate in flexibility, allowing them to choose between pattern or linear based sequencing, or a combination of both--record tracks in real time, step-entry or even drum machine-style loop recording.

Vision's Track Overview window displays individual track data with detailed, colorful blocks, providing an elegant method of transforming your ideas and riffs into songs. Easily move or copy any phrase with a mouse click; instantly open Vision's Notation or Piano Roll window for more specific tweaking. All of the edits are performed in real time so the music never has to stop.

OPEN MUSIC SYSTEM 2.0:

OMS is the cross-platform standard for MIDI management that helps define studio setups by providing a detailed description of the user's MIDI studio. OMS can auto-detect MIDI interfaces, sound cards and instruments connected to the computer. It can also test MIDI input and output, and graphically display and edit your MIDI setup on-screen.

GALAXY 2.0:

Galaxy the Universal Librarian is intelligent patch management software that stores, retrieves, and catalogs synth sounds. Thanks to OMS integration, patch names can be accessed in Vision with unprecedented simplicity that allows the user to view patches by name or number, and even group by bank or keyword.

MUSIC QUEST 8PORT/SE:

Music Quest is an Opcode brand of PC compatible MIDI interfaces. The 8Port/SE is the premiere MIDI interface for all IBM compatible notebook, laptop, and desktop computers. The 8Port/SE offers eight independent MIDI ports to drive 128 channels, complete SMPTE support for multi-track tape and audio/video applications, and full patchbay operation when not used with a computer.

Founded in 1985, Opcode is a leading supplier of computer software and hardware for the composition, performance, editing and recording of music by professional, semiprofessional and amateur musicians. The company is dedicated to expanding the number of people who create, teach and use music with the aid of computer technology. Opcode's award winning products are used by many prominent musicians, music educators, composers, multimedia developers and consumers.

NEW PRODUCT: Vision 2.5, Galaxy, and the Open Music System 2.0 for Windows 95

AVAILABILITY: March 1996

For more information about Opcode call 415-856-3333 or fax 415-856-3332.


Opcode Vision 3.0, OMS 2.0 & Galaxy 2.0 Mac
Opcode's Vision 3.0 Harnesses Features of Power Macintoshes Digital Audio Now Available With Sound Manager

NAMM EXPO * JANUARY 18, 1996--Opcode Systems, Inc. today announced that Vision 3.0, OMS 2.0 and Galaxy 2.0 for Macintosh are now available. This industry standard suite of Opcode products offers unprecedented integration.

VISION 3.0:

The leading MIDI sequencer for Macintosh has added digital audio through Apple's Sound Manager. Use the built-in audio capabilities of a Power Macintosh to record and play audio tracks. Display and edit audio waveforms right alongside MIDI data.

Vision 3.0 now has 4 user-configurable mixing consoles complete with 96 fader channels and VU meters; seamlessly build an entire set of consoles based on your tracks. Integration with the latest versions of Galaxy and OMS allows for even greater access and organization of MIDI patches. Open a Vision sequence and OMS will know whether the correct patches are in your devices--if not, send them with a click of a button.

In light of Vision 3.0's new Sound Manager capabilities, Studio Vision AV has been discontinued. Opcode is offering existing Studio Vision AV users a special upgrade to either Vision 3.0 or Studio Vision Pro 3.0.

OPEN MUSIC SYSTEM 2.0:

Configuring studio setups is now more streamlined and automated, MIDI instruments are auto-detected along with interfaces. New enhanced color graphics more clearly illustrate your studio connections. The new QuickTime(tm) Music OMS driver lets you audition songs in any OMS compatible application without being connected to your MIDI instruments- -General MIDI playback right from your Mac!

GALAXY 2.0:

Name Manager, a new component of OMS 2.0, makes the link between Galaxy and Vision even more dynamic. Vision displays all patches from Galaxy so bundles can be easily viewed by name or number and even group by bank or keywords. Choose a patch from any bank and the appropriate bank-select command will be automatically sent for you (allowing access to more than 128 patches per synth).

Opcode will continue its quest to provide system solutions of software and hardware that empower musicians to realize their creative goals.

Founded in 1985, Opcode is a leading supplier of computer software and hardware for the composition, performance, editing and recording of music by professional, semiprofessional and amateur musicians. The company is dedicated to expanding the number of people who create, teach and use music with the aid of computer technology. Opcode's award winning products are used by many prominent musicians, music educators, composers, multimedia developers and consumers.

NEW PRODUCT: Vision 3.0, Galaxy 2.0 and OMS 2.0 for Macintosh

AVAILABILITY: Now available

REQUIREMENTS: A 68020 Macintosh or faster, System 7.01 or later with 8 MB of RAM (12 recommended for digital audio), hard disk drive, high-density floppy drive, MIDI interface, MIDI instruments. Supported Macs for Sound Manager digital audio: Power Macintosh 7100, 8100, 8500, 9500; Quadra 660AV, 840AV; PowerBook 520, 540.

For more information about Opcode call 415-856-3333 or fax 415-856-3332.


Solomon Swr Leads Accounting Swr Industry
Solomon Software Leads Accounting Software Industry; First To Embed FRx Financial Report Writer

INDUSTRY-STANDARD FINANCIAL REPORT WRITER TO BE PART OF EVERY SOLOMON IV GENERAL LEDGER

FINDLAY, OHIO (January 15, 1996) - Solomon Software launched an unprecedented move toward accounting technology standards today by announcing it will be the first to embed the Standard Edition of FRxr for Windowsr, the industry-standard advanced financial report writer, in every General Ledger module of its award-winning Solomon IVr for Windowsr accounting software. Independent market research indicates a significant client preference for FRx features and functionality in the mission-critical task of financial report writing.

"Solomon Software has taken the leadership position once again by being the first accounting software vendor to embed the premiere FRx financial report writer in its accounting products," said Gary Harpst, President of Solomon Software. "By offering FRx as an integral component of Solomon IV's General Ledger, we're enabling larger enterprises to produce sophisticated financial reporting views and facilitating the reengineering process that often accompanies the move to client/server computing," said Harpst.

"This announcement is consistent with our product design objective, which is to incorporate `best of breed, industry-standard, non-proprietary' technologies into our Solomon IV product line to meet the needs of our customers," said Pat Fitzhenry, vice president of independent developer programs at Solomon Software. "We intend to lead the accounting software market in terms of industry-standard `technology adoption', and this newly announced relationship with FRx Software Corporation is an excellent example," said Fitzhenry.

The agreement enables Solomon Software to embed the FRx Standard Edition--at no extra charge--with every Solomon IV General Ledger module. The Advanced Edition of FRx for Solomon IV, as well as the FRx Remote Drill-Down Viewer, will be offered as optional add-on products to Solomon IV clients.

FOLLOWING SOLOMON'S LEAD, FRX WILL SOON BE ADOPTED BY OTHER ACCOUNTING VENDORS

"Solomon Software is well-recognized for its commitment to industry- standard technology and open architecture," said Michael Rohan, President of FRx Software Corporation. "We are very pleased that Solomon Software has selected FRx as their financial report writer of choice. The scalability of the FRx Standard and Advanced Editions across all Solomon IV platforms brings a flexible and comprehensive reporting solution to companies of all sizes and complexities," said Rohan. Widespread speculation indicates that Solomon's announcement will spur other accounting software vendors to adopt a similar approach of embedding FRx for Windows.

ABOUT FRX FOR SOLOMON IV

FRx is an advanced financial reporting tool that is optimized for client/server accounting applications. It combines an intuitive graphical user interface with extraordinary flexibility and processing speed to handle heavy production needs as well as ad hoc reporting and decision analysis. Both Standard and Advanced editions of FRx allow inclusion of un-posted transactions and statistical information on reports. They also provide flexible formatting and type styles, drag and drop features for easy restructuring of departments and cost centers and financial reporting trees (one tree in Standard Edition). More sophisticated features - such as unlimited reporting trees, the ability to include spreadsheet information in reports, to email reports with underlying detail, and to consolidate multiple Solomon IV databases and companies into a single financial report - are provided in FRx Advanced Edition.

AVAILABILITY AND PRICING

FRx Standard Edition will be embedded in the Solomon IV General Ledger module beginning with Release 2.0 of Solomon IV, expected in February, 1996. For the convenience of existing Solomon IV users, a conversion utility will be made available--t no charge--shortly after the release of Solomon IV Release 2.0, enabling users to easily convert their existing Solomon IV financial report formats to the FRx format. FRx Advanced Edition for Solomon IV will be available for Solomon IV (Client and Server Editions) at a list price of $3,500, for up to a four-user license, beginning with Release 2.0 of Solomon IV. FRx Advanced Edition for Solomon IV (SQL Server Edition) will be priced at $5,000.

Call Solomon Software, call 1-800-4-SOLOMON, 419-424-0422, or send email to sales@solomon.com, or visit Solomon on the World Wide Web at http://www.solomon.com/.


Cincom M/Text Document Production System
CINCOM Re-engineers Document Production System

CINCOM'S DOCUMENT SOLUTIONS GROUP ANNOUNCES M/TEXT RELEASE 3.0

PROCESSING PERFORMANCE IMPROVED UP TO 100 PERCENT

ENHANCED SYSTEM PERFORMANCE SIGNIFICANTLY IMPROVES USER PRODUCTIVITY AND REDUCES OVERALL OPERATING COSTS

M/TEXT IS THE HOST DOCUMENT PRODUCTION SYSTEM OF AURORADS, CINCOM'S INTEGRATED DOCUMENT SOLUTION

CINCINNATI, OHIO, January 15, 1996 -- The Document Solutions Group of Cincom Systems, Inc. today announced the immediate availability of M/Text Release 3.0. This release reflects a complete re-engineering of the underlying architecture and file structures of M/Text to take full advantage of current industry standards and the latest operating system enhancements.

The result is greatly improved processing performance by as much as 100 percent depending on specific system configuration and document application. Faster response time allows end users to be more productive. Fewer required CPU cycles decrease the overall cost of operating the system.

M/Text is the host Document Production system of AuroraDS, Cincom's suite of client/server Document Solution products. These products enable users to automate the business processes related to correspondence and document generation, printing, and archiving. It interfaces with other applications to integrate text with data from any data source or database. M/Text's extensive support of conditional logic provides virtually unlimited flexibility in creating personalized documents that are produced automatically, meeting the compliance requirements of the users' specific industry.

"Release 3.0 is the most substantial enhancement in the history of M/Text, already a proven Document Production system for hundreds of users worldwide. Though the system is significantly re-engineered, it includes all of the popular functionality that our users have come to expect from M/Text," stated Nic Carter, Cincom's Document Solutions Group International Product Manager. "This release provides the continuing performance improvements our end users have come to expect while reducing the hardware-related costs in operating the system. Release 3.0 represents much greater value to both existing users and prospective users."

M/Text 3.0 was beta tested at several user sites around the world including Banc One in the US, Equitable Life in the UK, and Winterthur Insurance of France. Each achieved major performance improvements. Existing users should contact their Cincom representative for specific upgrade alternatives.

M/Text is used by companies and organizations that rely on the effectiveness of written communication to conduct their business, for example, insurance companies, financial institutions, utilities, and government agencies. Typical applications include automated correspondence, document and policy assembly, and mass mailings.

Cincom Systems is one of the world's largest and most experienced computer software firms, serving the business needs of organizations for more than 25 years. More than 60 offices provide software technologies in document solutions, manufacturing and financial applications, database management systems, and application development on a wide range of industry-standard platforms. For more information about Cincom and its products, please visit the company's World Wide Web site at http://www.cincom.com.

CONTACT: Ronald Hank

Phone: (513) 662-2300

E-mail: info@cincom.com

Cincom Systems, Inc.


Spyglass Releases Open Web Server SDK

Offers Free, Standalone Web Server; 3-10 Times Faster Than Competition

Naperville, Ill. -- Tuesday, January 16, 1996 -- Spyglass Inc. (NASDAQ: SPYG) unveiled today its new Spyglass Server Software Development Kit (SDK) aimed at companies offering World-Wide Web-enabled applications and services. As part of the announcement, the company released comprehensive performance benchmark tests of leading commercial and public domain Web servers that show Spyglass' open server technology is 3-10 times faster than competitive offerings.

Today in a conference call with the news media and industry analysts, Marc Miller, Spyglass executive vice president of marketing will outline the company's plans to help meet the growing market need for faster Web server technology. "It's pretty simple", said Miller. "Recent Internet and Intranet growth requires that existing Web server technology become faster to alleviate bottlenecks due to dramatically increased amounts of information and traffic on the Web. In addition, software applications and corporate services need to incorporate truly open Web server technology so users can access information directly on the Internet and Intranet."

The company released a free, standalone Web server which was developed using the Spyglass Server SDK. "We want to show application and service providers the market-leading performance of our server technology and how simple it is to incorporate into their products or services", said Miller. "By offering a free standalone Web Server which is 3-10 times faster than the competition, we are also continuing our efforts to develop the overall market for additional Web applications and services."

In addition to the high-performance HTTP engine, the Spyglass Server SDK includes:

* A high-performance API, known as the Application Development

  Interface (ADI), which offers a faster, more efficient alternative

  to CGI.

* The Spyglass Modular Security Framework, an API which allows

  customized security systems to be added to the server.

* The User Interface Programming Interface (UIPI) for creating custom

  user interfaces.

* Support for Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) bulk encryption.

* Complete documentation.

* Sample ADI applications.

* Source libraries.

Spyglass Server technology is already being deployed in many products and services familiar to consumers today. Oracle Corporation is offering a tightly coupled Web server based on Spyglass technology with its market leading database server offerings.

In a related announcement today, TriTeal Corp. said it would offer a fully supported version of the standalone Spyglass Server for $199. TriTeal also announced it has signed a multi-million dollar licensing deal with Spyglass. TriTeal will be tightly integrating both Spyglass' client and server technology in its TriTeal Enterprise Desktop (TED), which is the only X/Open branded multiplatform implementation of the Common Desktop Environment (CDE) which serves the exploding Intranet marketplace.

The Spyglass Server SDK starts at $75,000 including run time licenses and support. Platforms supported today are UNIX, WindowsNT and Win 95.  The free standalone server can be downloaded at www.spyglass.com.

About Spyglass Inc.

Spyglass Inc. (NASDAQ: SPYG) licenses World-Wide Web client and server technologies. The company's principal product, Spyglass Mosaic&trade;, is client technology for accessing the World-Wide Web. The Spyglass Server software manages information flow between Web sites. Spyglass technology is currently licensed by 45 customers, including AT&T, Digital Equipment Corp., IBM, Microsoft and Oracle. Customers embed Spyglass technology in over 120 Internet-based products and services which include connectivity packages, database solutions, on-line services and a variety of end-user desktop applications.

The company headquarters are located at 1230 E. Diehl Road, Naperville, Ill. 60563. Spyglass product research and development facilities are at 3200 Farber Drive, Champaign, Ill. 61821. (Telephone 708.505.1010, ext. 504; fax: 708.505.4944; press email inquiries: Randy Pitzer; Web server, Internet: www.spyglass.com.


Multi Terabyte Data Warehouse Demonstrated
CLARiiON JOINS FORCES WITH ORACLE AND NEC TO BUILD MULTI TERABYTE DATA WAREHOUSE; DEMONSTRATES ORACLE TEST-TO SCALE PROGRAM

2.5-TERABYTE CLARIION RAID 5 DECISION SUPPORT SOLUTION IS LARGEST FOR JAPANESE KANJI CHARACTER SET; UNCOMPROMISED PERFORMANCE AND AVAILABILITY -- LESS EXPENSIVELY

Southboro, Mass., January 16, 1996 -- The CLARiiON Business Unit of Data General Corp., announced today it has joined forces with two of the world's largest open systems companies, Oracle Corp. and NEC Corp., to demonstrate a 2.5-terabyte decision support solution (DSS) to thousands attending Oracle Open World in Makuhari, Japan. Using standard technologies, the three industry-leading vendors have built a world-record-size commercially configured data warehouse for Japanese Kanji character set data.

The data warehouse showcases the Oracle Test-to-Scale Program, a project designed to validate the capability of the Oracle Universal Database and a hardware platform to support a terabyte-scale data warehouse. The Test-to-Scale Program shows how open systems vendors are not only capable of supporting very large data warehouses, but are also committed to working together to provide complete data warehousing solutions.

The 2.5 terabyte data warehouse with Japanese Kanji character set data consists of the CLARiiON RAID 5 storage system, the Oracle Universal Database with parallel query options, and an NEC eight-way Unix SMP system. A terabyte is equal to one trillion characters - the equivalent of 500 million pages of text or approximately 40,000 four-drawer filing cabinets of information.

"We are pleased to participate in this test-to-scale exercise with our partners Oracle and NEC," said Larry Hemmerich, Vice President and General Manager of the CLARiiON Business Unit. "We wanted an opportunity to demonstrate the value that CLARiiON engineering can bring to DSS customers around the world. RAID 5-based solutions are a cost-effective way to implement large scale data storage systems. Demonstrating a variety of successful approaches to data warehousing proves to customers that this exciting new technology is ready and able to provide their business with a competitive edge today."

"We are very excited to have an opportunity to showcase NEC's technology leadership and commitment for the very large data warehouse market," said Hiroshi Hatta, Vice President, NEC Corp. "Combined with NEC's broad expertise in large scale systems integration, NEC can now offer a very cost effective alternative for our customers looking for a large data warehouse solution."

"We are witnessing tremendous growth for data warehousing in Asia. The team effort of Oracle, CLARiiON, and NEC will provide the technology for this burgeoning market," said Takaaki Nagayama, General Manager, Oracle's NEC Products Division. "It is very significant that we have implemented a data warehouse in multi-byte data capable of supporting a variety of Asian characters."

The data warehouse was created and stress-tested by a team comprising technical experts from the three companies. This effort requires close teamwork for project definition, resource allocation and implementation. Lead teams were assembled for the technical execution of the test- to-scale project which spanned the geographical locations of Westboro, Mass., Redwood Shores, Calif. and Tokyo where the database was created at NEC's Computer Group Development Center.

First, the CLARiiON-Oracle-NEC team created a 1.3 terabyte relational database and managed the database load operation. This database incorporates approximately 6 billion line item rows. Over several days, the database and pointers were loaded onto eight CLARiiON disk array subsystems, each supporting over 300 million bytes of data. The aggregate size of the data warehouse including the spaces for indexes and temporary working areas amounted to 2.5 terabytes. The database is being exercised and stress-tested on an eight-way NEC UP4800 SMP system, running NEC/UX 11.4 operating system. The stress test involved load and query exercises as well as, data placement on storage devices. The use of hardware and data redundancy simulated a mission critical operation.

The Test-to-Scale Program was run using the Oracle Universal Database, which extends the flagship software's unparalleled performance, scalability, and functionality for data warehousing applications. Oracle Universal Database incorporates sophisticated features for parallel-aware optimization, bit-mapped index queries, unlimited star queries, adaptive parallel queries and parallel hash joins, making it the industry's most comprehensive set of database functionality to serve as the foundation for customers' data warehousing applications.

The terabyte data warehouse validates the scalability of the Oracle Universal Database on NEC/UX 11.4 in very large DSS environments, including high-speed data access to and from the CLARiiON disk array systems. DSS environments are important in all industries where large quantities of data must be maintained, consolidated, cross-referenced, and retrieved. Data warehousing offers competitive advantages to forward-thinking IT organizations who apply the technology to drive critical business decisions. CLARiiON disk subsystems provide the high performance and data availability required by commercial applications through RAID 5 disk striping supported by flexible read/write caching. RAID 5 technology realized a 45 percent reduction in the amount of disk storage (a 2 terabyte reduction) needed to achieve the same level of availability offered by disk mirroring technology, also known as RAID 1.

Industries such as telecommunications, financial services, manufacturing, transportation, insurance, retail, and government will all benefit from this DSS exercise; which proves that large-scale data warehousing can be implemented with standard, open products. Although the test- to-scale exercise by Oracle, NEC and CLARiiON targets the high-end of current market requirements, data warehousing can also be implemented successfully in a broad range of configurations. DSS customers can design modular data warehouses with products from CLARiiON, Oracle, and NEC.

CLARiiON and NEC will each use their findings to optimize intelligent storage and processor hardware and software, for large-scale efforts. All three companies view the test-to-scale project as the first step in an ongoing commitment to evolving DSS solutions.

CLARiiON is a business unit of Data General Corporation; an open systems company that specializes in providing servers, storage systems, and services to information technology users worldwide. The company, with headquarters in Westboro, Massachusetts USA, reported revenue of $1.2 billion in fiscal year 1995. Additional information on the company, its products, and its services is available on the World Wide Web at http://www.dg.com.

Oracle Corp., a $3 billion company, is the world's largest supplier of software for information management, and the world's second largest software company. The company offers its database, tools and application products along with related consulting, education and support services, in more than 90 countries around the world. For more information, call (415) 506-7000. Oracle's World Wide Web address is http://www.oracle.com/.

The Oracle Universal database can manage and deliver any type of data --relational, spatial, text, audio/video, and Web -- to any application, of any size, anywhere within a corporate enterprise. The Oracle Universal Database scales from gigabytes to terabytes of information and delivers superior support for enterprise-class data warehousing, systems management and on-line transaction processing (OLTO) systems.

NEC Corporation, founded in 1899, is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan and had net sales of $43 billion (US) in the 1994-5 fiscal year. NEC manufactures and markets a broad range of products, including computer systems; communications systems, which extends from switching systems to cellular phones; and electronic devices, which extends from microprocessors to memory chips.

Press Contacts

Kathy Ficaro, CLARiiON, 508/480-7196

Stephen Berger, Oracle Corp., 415/506-2700

Jim Dunlap, Data General, 508/898-6546

George Goldman, Edelman Public Relations, 212/704-4440


CODA & Cognos Join Forces
CODA AND COGNOS JOIN FORCES TO DELIVER POWERFUL BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE

-- COMMITMENT TO JOINT DEVELOPMENT IS FIRST TO RECOGNIZE DIVERSE INFORMATION AND REPORTING NEEDS IN ORGANIZATIONS --

BURLINGTON, MA, JANUARY 16, 1996 -- CODA and Cognos today announced a global joint development program aimed at providing the most powerful financial and management information system on the market today. CODA's award-winning international accounting system, CODA-Financials, will benefit from a suite of powerful business intelligence tools developed from Cognos' market-leading technology. These comprise "CODA-Explorer", CODA's new Executive Information System (EIS) and financial reporting system; "CODA-Reporter", for transaction listing reporting, and "CODA-Browser", for powerful on-screen inquiry.

"The new products, based on Cognos' PowerPlay" and Impromptu" applications, will combine with CODA's unified, real-time accounting design to provide users with financial and management information faster, more efficiently and more comprehensively than any other system on the market today," said CODA Incorporated President Stephen Wright.

CODA-Browser is currently available, while CODA-Explorer and CODA- Reporter, running on PCs under both Windows 3x and Window 95, will be available with the introduction of CODA-Financials release 4 in March 1996, with further enhancements in version 5 later in 1996.

"This strategy, combining a comprehensive accounting engine with a top Executive Information System (EIS), is right on target for both CODA and Cognos," Barry Wilderman, Vice President for the META Group. "Both companies have an excellent grasp on the levels an usage of financial information that organizations need."

"Our studies indicate that the number one reason companies purchase client/server financial software is to improve management reporting. In fact, IDC estimates that 85 percent of EIS data is financial," said Clare Gillan, Director, Applications and Information Access Research at International Data Corp. "This partnership helps extend the reporting capabilities of CODA and gives Cognos an important linkage to the financial data that is so central to EIS analysis."

In line with Cognos' tools and supporting CODA's Best-of-Class philosophy, the products will support multiple relational and OLAP sources, enabling full enterprise reporting across applications. CODA selected Cognos' business intelligence tools following a 12-month competitive evaluation of all leading Executive Information Systems. The two companies will undertake the integration work jointly.

Alan Rottenberg, Cognos' Senior Vice President, Business Intelligence, said, "This agreement demonstrates our ability to add significant value to such Best-of -Class products as CODA-Financials. Leading companies such as CODA do not make such strategic decisions lightly, and we welcome their addition to the ever-growing family of quality applications developers who are working with Cognos.

"Powerplay and Impromptu boast over 135 man-years of development and are clear market leaders. They have continually proven themselves to be the product portfolio of choice for Business Intelligence across the board. As the CODA/Cognos agreement acknowledges, such products add value at the individual and company-wide level. We look forward to maximizing the benefits for CODA and its clients."

Rottenberg continued, "Business intelligence, as a concept, delivers on the promise of data warehousing, providing fast access to corporate data. Business intelligence tools like Impromptu and PowerPlay enable line managers to utilize and take advantage of data warehouses, extracting knowledge from the corporate data. The combination of CODA tools with PowerPlay and Impromptu allows CODA's customers to integrate their core applications within a data warehousing architecture."

CODA

CODA-Financials sets the "Best of Class" standard for client/server financial software. CODA's unified database and business-event design free financial executives from the restraints found in traditional accounting systems. CODA users enjoy streamlined financial processes, real time information and unparalleled reporting flexibility. CODA- Financials offers comprehensive multinational capabilities, an integral Executive Information System (EIS) and robust integration technology for the most sophisticated environments. CODA-Financials includes General Ledger, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Project Accounting, Budgeting, Fixed Asset and Purchasing functions in the unified financial database.

More than 1200 companies in 43 countries worldwide trust their financial implementations and accounting software to CODA. CODA-Financials recently was awarded the 1995 Business and Accounting Software Developers Association (BASDA) Award as supplier on the world's best corporate financial systems. CODA plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange.

COGNOS

Cognos (NASDAQ: COGNF; TSE: CSN) is the global leader in providing business intelligence software to satisfy enterprise-wide data access and analysis needs. With over 200,000 seats in thousands of companies worldwide, PowerPlay and Impromptu consistently service the widest range of users across corporate, departmental, workgroup, personal and mobile applications. The products support over 100 relational and OLAP data sources and are available in seven major languages. Cognos business intelligence products are sold through the company's 40 sales offices and over 350 resellers around the globe.

Cognos develops, markets and supports -- both directly and through resellers worldwide -- advanced client/server tools for data access, data analysis and application development on a wide range of open and proprietary computing platforms. Cognos is a publicly held company with dual headquarters in Ottawa, Canada and Burlington, MA. Cognos' World Wide Web address is http://www.cognos.com.


Superbowl Fans Attack Statistics with Cognos
SUPERBOWL FANS ATTACK STATISTICS WITH COGNOS"

FREE SOFTWARE CONVERTS ARMCHAIR QUARTERBACKS INTO SPORTS ANALYSTS

BURLINGTON, MASS., JANUARY 16, 1996 -- Sixty five percent of all Pittsburgh Steeler offensive plays went to Eric Pegram during the regular season in the first quarter, on first down, on the opponents side of the field for games played on grass.

Ninety percent  of Cowboys first downs during the first half on first down plays originating on the opponent's side of the filed came from Emmitt Smith.

Indianapolis Colt Jim Harbaugh rushed twice this season on fourth down in the last two minutes of regulation time in games played against AFC East teams on natural grass for a first down.

Charles Jordon had the highest Green Bay Packer average yards per completion for plays in the fourth quarter on the third down on their own side of the field in games played on grass.

Twenty two percent of Dallas Cowboy Emmitt Smith's rush attempts in the first half on second down from the opposition's side of the field resulted in a loss on the play this season.

The Green Bay Packers averaged 10.3 yards rushing on artificial turf against the Dallas Cowboys for second half, third down plays that began on the Cowboys side of the field.

The Pittsburgh Steelers made a first down 67 percent of the time this season after the two-minute warning on third down passing plays at home games.

Sean Dawkins gained the most Indianapolis Colt offensive yards during road games this season during fourth quarter fourth down plays.

These and hundreds of other football facts can be discovered by armchair quarterbacks around the world as they prepare for SuperBowl XXX on January 28 with free software from Cognos on the Internet.

Available for downloading at http://www.cognos.com, PowerPlay" Special Edition (SE) for Football software lets fans perform on-the- fly, detailed analysis of individual NFL teams' and players' offensive statistics. Thousands of visitors and downloads have been recorded since the software went online prior to the playoffs.  PowerPlay SE for Football be available until January 31 and additional playoff statistics databases were posted after each playoff round.  The software also is available on Compuserve (GO COGNOS).

PowerPlay SE for Football is a limited, personal-use version of Cognos' PowerPlay, the world's most widely used software for analyzing multidimensional data, also known as Online Analytical Processing (OLAP).  The full version of PowerPlay lets business managers take a detailed look at any type of corporate data to gain insight and run their businesses better by turning raw facts into useful insights.

The key to the power of both products is the ability to let users look at data "multidimensionally" -- or in multiple combinations or views -- much as one can change how a Rubik's Cube looks by turning its faces.  Cognos is offering PowerPlay SE for Football to help educate the market about the advantages of OLAP and multidimensional data.

Users simply point their Web browsers at the address www.cognos.com and click to download both the PowerPlay SE for Football module and the Football Stats data files. The raw data is supplied by STATS, Inc. (Skokie, IL), the leading supplier of sports data, and covers a wealth of data on the NFL teams and their individual players. Once downloaded, users simply launch the product and open the data file to begin their exploration of any desired offensive statistics. The PowerPlay SE for Football product, available at no charge on the Cognos Web site, works only with special data files produced by Cognos.  The full version of PowerPlay for business users, priced at $695, includes a wide range of other capabilities, including the ability to create multi-dimensional "cubes" of data from any data source.

The PowerPlay SE for Football product and the full commercial version, PowerPlay 4.1, require Windows 3.1 or Windows 95, an IBM PC or compatible 386, and 4 MB RAM.  A 486 or faster PC is recommended.

COGNOS

Cognos is uniquely positioned to deliver business intelligence software to satisfy enterprise-wide data access and reporting needs. With more than 200,000 seats in thousands of companies worldwide, PowerPlay and Impromptu* consistently service the widest range of users across corporate, department, workgroup, personal, and mobile applications. The products support over 100 relational and OLAP data sources and are available in eight major languages. Cognos business intelligence products are available through the company's 40 offices and more than 350 resellers worldwide.

Cognos develops, markets and supports -- both directly and through resellers worldwide -- advanced client/server development and reporting tools on a wide range of open and proprietary platforms, including UNIX and Microsoft Windows desktop. Cognos is a publicly held company with dual headquarters in Ottawa, Canada and Burlington, Mass. Cognos' World Wide Web address is http://www.cognos.com. Product and company information can also be found on the Cognos Compuserve forum (GO COGNOS).


Compaq & Intel Announce New Agreements
Compaq and Intel Announce New Agreements in Engineering and Marketing -- Companies Agree to Cross-License Patents; Compaq Joins Intel Inside Campaign

HOUSTON and SANTA CLARA, January 18, 1996 -- Compaq Computer Corp. (NYSE: CPQ), the world leader in personal computer shipments and Pentium-based PCs, and Intel Corporation (INTC), the world's leading microprocessor manufacturer, today announced agreements spanning the breadth of the industry from home computing to the rapidly growing enterprise computing marketplace.

The companies have entered into a ten-year, broad patent cross-licensing agreement under which they have agreed to a worldwide, non-exclusive patent license. In addition, Compaq has entered the Intel Inside program and will use the Intel Inside logo in its products, advertising and packaging. Financial terms of the agreements were not disclosed.

"Compaq has consistently designed significant technical advances into its products, and this agreement endorses the value of our contributions," said John T. Rose, senior vice president and general manager, Commercial Desktop Division. "Our two companies represent the leading brands in our respective fields, and together we will continue to deliver exciting new products into the world of computing."

"Since both companies have strong patent portfolios, our agreement provides an open environment that allows us to continue to deliver innovative products to our respective customers," said Paul Otellini, senior vice president of Intel World Wide Sales.

"In addition, we are very happy that Compaq is returning to the Intel Inside program. Intel has worked very hard to ensure that this ingredient marketing/promotional program is successful for our customers."

Today's announcement marks Compaq's re-entry into the Intel Inside program. Compaq will once again incorporate the Intel Inside logo into its product advertising and product packaging.

"With the continued growth of the Compaq brand during the last two years, we believe we've selected the right time to once again join forces with the Intel Inside program," Rose noted. "As Intel's largest microprocessor customer, our support for Intel Inside will further strengthen our relationship and the Compaq brand."

COMPANY BACKGROUND

Compaq Computer Corporation is the world's largest supplier of personal computers, offering desktop PCs, portable PCs, servers and options. Founded in 1982, the company reported 1994 worldwide sales of $10.9 billion. Compaq products are sold and supported in more than 100 countries throughout the world. Compaq also sells products directly to customers through Compaq Direct Plus at 1-800-888-5858. Compaq provides 24-hour customer support and can be reached through the Compaq forums on America On-Line, CompuServe, Internet (http://www.compaq.com), and Prodigy, or by calling 1-800-345-1518.

Intel, the world's largest chip maker, is also a leading manufacturer of personal computer networking and communications products.


Cray Frame Relay Encryptor Named Hot Product
Cray Communications' Frame Relay Encryptor Named "Hot Product of the Year" by Data Communications

ANNAPOLIS JUNCTION, MD-- Jan. 17,1996--Data Communications magazine has named Cray Communications' FPX4802/DES Frame Relay Encryptor as one of its "Hot Products" in the publication's January, 1996 issue. The award caps a year of awards for Cray Communications products.

In addition to Data Communications magazine's "Hot Product" award, the Frame Relay Encryptor also was named "Best of Show" at the Networld+Interop trade show last spring, and "Product of the Month" by Telecommunications magazine in August, 1995. Cray Communications' MatchBox Switch, a high- performance ASIC-based Ethernet switch with extensive management capabilities, was named "Best of Show" at the Networld+Interop show in Paris last September.

Data Communications magazine pointed out that the Cray Communications encryptor offers two advantages over the common software-based encryption that some products use. "First, the FPX4802/DES can be used with all routers and FRADs (frame relay access devices) already in place," the publication stated. "Second, because the Cray unit's hardware is dedicated to encryption, it offers better performance," the magazine continued. "The FPX4802/DES encrypts data at line speeds up to 2 Mbits/s -- a speed that most routers and FRADs with software-based encryption can't match.

"We're overjoyed that the encryptor has received the recognition it deserves," said Donald A. Sullivan, president of Cray Communications, Inc. "This is a pioneering product that will help organizations that handle confidential information reduce their communications costs. It lets them use a lower-cost public network instead of a more expensive network based on private leased lines."

"This is the fifth year that our editors have struggled to find hardware and software that truly live up to the Hot Products designation," said Stephen Saunders, news editor of Data Communications. The publication pointed out that Cray Communications' Frame Relay Encryptor is a Hot Product for three reasons: It is the first -- and only -- standalone encryptor for frame relay, it boosts performance, and offers security.

Between 300 and 500 products are considered for "Hot Product" awards every year. This year, just 38 were selected.

Company background

Cray Communications designs, manufactures, sells, and supports customer premises equipment that provides end users with intelligent access to intelligent networks.

Cray Communications' product family includes the ROUTERmate family of CSU/DSUs, as well as ISDN terminal adaptors, branch office routers, frame relay encryptors, and T-1/E-1 access devices.

Cray Communications is a division of Cray Electronics Holdings PLC, a worldwide communications and electronics company based in England, with sales of more than $424 million and 3,400 employees worldwide. Cray Electronics Holdings PLC is a publicly held company traded on the London Stock Exchange under the symbol CYEL. Neither Cray Communications nor Cray Electronics Holdings is affiliated with Cray Research Inc. or Cray Computer Corporation.


Charles River CD HELPdesk Series for Novell
Charles River Media releases CD HELPdesk Series... NOVELL Products

CD-ROM assists users with technical questions and procedures for using Novell products including NetWare, GroupWise, Perfect Office, WordPerfect and Quattro Pro.

January 10, 1995 -- Rockland, MA -- Charles River Media, Inc. announced the release of the first in a series of user support products. The CD HELPdesk Series...NOVELL Products answers the most common issues faced by managers and users of Novell products including NetWare. This CD-ROM is a portable encyclopedia of Novell product questions and answers. Because the CD-ROM includes comprehensive support for all of Novell's product line, it is ideal as a first line of support for network administrators, PC support personnel or end-users. A CNE/CNA knowledge test module helps to prepare users for formal certification or it can be used as a test of NetWare savvy.

The CD-ROM, which is compatible with both Windows 3.1 and Windows 95, includes quick lists for performing tasks and requirements for installing Novell products. Also included are products or demos for more than 30 third-party software vendors. These products are carefully chosen to provide a wide array of support capabilities for Novell networks.

Features

= Includes hundreds of questions, procedures, and support software on NetWare v3.1x, NetWare 4.1, LAN WorkGroup, GroupWise, NetWare Navigator, ManageWise, LANalyzer, NetWare for Macintosh, PerfectOffice, NetWare Connect, Global MHS, and many others.

= "FIND+" feature lets you search by "keyword" for any topic or product;

= HyperView feature lets you view the CD from Windows 95 format;

= Includes a comprehensive glossary, acronym list, and list of vendors;

= An online reference to Novell technical product information;

= At your fingertips instructions for installing products and product requirements;

= CNE/CNA questions on NetWare v3.1x and NetWare 4.1 test your knowledge.

= Numerous product evaluations and demos save you downloading time.

= Free technical support (800# or e-mail).

Authors

Deni Connor is the co-author of NetWare for Dummies (IDG), LAN Survival, and the Networking the Desktop Series (AP PROFESSIONAL); she is currently the editor of NetWare Solutions magazine, resides in Austin, TX, and has written for LAN TIMES, Datamation, and WindowsUser.

Ronald I. Nutter is the author of "The Help Desk" -- NetWare Solutions' monthly question and answer column. He is a systems support engineer in Lexington, KY.

Charles River Media, Inc.

Charles River Media, Inc. is a publisher of books, software tools and other materials for professionals and practitioners of new technologies. Charles River Media's other titles include the best selling HTML TemplateMASTER CD, Electronic Commerce: On-Line Ordering and Digital Money, Fuzzy Logic for Business and Industry and Internet WatchDog for PC and Macintosh computers.

Availability and Ordering Information

CD HELPdesk series... NOVELL Products is available through computer software stores, bookstores as well as directly from Charles River Media.

PC / Windows / Windows95

CD-ROM

ISBN 1-886801-12-6

Price $39.95

Charles River Media, Inc.

P.O. Box 960

Herndon, VA 22070

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WatchDog Internet & Computer Monitoring Swr
WatchDog - Internet and Computer Monitoring Software

Charles River Media releases tool to assist parents, teachers and employers in monitoring appropriate use of computers and the Internet

December 14, 1995 - Rockland, MA - Charles River Media announces Internet WatchDog for PC and Macintosh computers. Designed for managers, parents and teachers, Internet WatchDog is a productivity and monitoring tool for the Internet and personal computers. Internet WatchDog does not censor what is being displayed, rather it makes a record for later viewing by authorized individuals. This multipurpose utility provides detailed monitoring of any PC or Macintosh. For the first time, parents, teachers and employers will be able to view the activities taking place on their computers without arbitrarily limiting access to the Internet or creating a false sense of security by simply "blocking" certain sites or keywords. As new sites are added to the Internet everyday, it is impossible to "block" unsuitable Internet activity. Internet WatchDog allows the parent, teacher or employer to monitor computer use - much like a telephone bill enables the caller to see a listing of phone numbers.

Developed by Algorithm Inc., Internet WatchDog functions by capturing screen and other information "intelligently" while the computer is running. You will be able to review a grid-like screen with a series of thumbnail screen captures. For a closer look, you can see any screen capture full-size just by clicking on it. In addition, Internet WatchDog records usage of all software applications - Internet related or other computer activity. A password is required to access the monitoring capabilities of the program, and any attempt to circumvent or tamper with the Internet WatchDog is also recorded.

Features

* Helps you monitor the complete Internet -- Internet WatchDog shows you all activity, regardless of the type. Visit the World Wide Web (WWW), e-mail, file transfer protocol (FTP), gopher, Internet relay chat (IRC), or the ever popular material in UseNet Newsgroups -- the Internet WatchDog is alert and ready to go;

* Compliments existing blocking software -- Internet WatchDog can monitor your PC computing system for access to any of the current and/or future Internet sites containing questionable material;

* Includes "Tips for Parents" section on children's use of the Internet;

* Internet WatchDog will "intelligently" determine when to take snapshots of your screen so that regardless of the activity (whether on-line to the Internet or not), you will know how your computer is being used;

* Runs in the background without interruptions;

* Tamper-evident with password protection monitors and records any attempt to disable or elude the program;

* Records which software applications were used and when - Internet WatchDog can help you to determine which programs are in use on a particular system.

* Locates graphics files - Internet WatchDog scans the extent of your hard disk to help you find suspicious graphics files, whether or not they are hidden!

* Learning to use Internet WatchDog is simple - the software includes a guided tour of features and instructions;

* Free Technical Support - 800 number or e-mail address.

Charles River Media, Inc.

Charles River Media, Inc. is a publisher of books, software tools and other materials for professionals and practitioners of new technologies. Charles River Media's other titles include the best selling HTML TemplateMASTER CD, CD Helpdesk Series: Novell Products, Electronic Commerce: On-Line Ordering and Digital Money, and Fuzzy Logic for Business and Industry.

Availability and Ordering Information

Internet WatchDog will be available on December 29, 1995 from computer software stores, bookstores, mail order catalogs, and Charles River Media.

PC Version  3.5" disk / manual ISBN 1-886801-49-5

MAC Version 3.5" disk / manual ISBN 1-886801-60-6

Price $29.95

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Cabletron Synergy-Plus Partner Program
Cabletron Launches Synergy-Plus Partner Program in Europe, Middle-East, and Africa

Sales Distribution And Partners Program To Increase Cabletron's Market Share

ROCHESTER, NH -- January 15, 1996 -- Cabletron Systems (NYSE: CS) unveiled today its European Partners program called Synergy-Plus. Synergy-Plus will increase Cabletron's market presence in Europe, Middle-East and Africa (EMEA) by strengthening relationships with its strategic value added resellers (VARs), integrators and national telecommunications companies while Cabletron's sales force continues a direct relationship with large multinationals and institutions.

"Cabletron built the best direct sales and support organization in the industry.  Today, we are ready to focus key members of our European team on building an equally effective indirect sales program. These strengthened sales channels, supported by Cabletron, will create new, previously untapped sales opportunities and generate increased revenue," said S. Robert Levine, president and chief executive officer, Cabletron Systems.

Synergy-Plus is structured to support the sales efforts of Cabletron partners in the areas of networking hardware, management software and support. The Synergy-Plus program starts immediately and will be supported by Cabletron's Partner teams located in 20 offices across Europe, the Middle-East and Africa.

"The Synergy-Plus program is not a change of strategy for Cabletron, instead, it signals the development of a new sales area for the company," said Joe Solari, president, Cabletron Systems Europe. "We're committed to this program and do not intend to waiver from it. The more a partner commits to the program, the more they will get out of it."

Synergy-Plus was developed by Cabletron's European management team to answer the needs of the VAR community. According to Jean-Claude Tagger, European business development director, this program considers the partner as an extension of Cabletron to the customer and promotes the partner's strengths while preserving the country-specific and specialized sales programs already implemented. The flexibility of Synergy-Plus is based on the different skills and expertise of Cabletron's resellers.

Synergy-Plus offers VARs various levels of certification based upon each resellers business investment and technical expertise. Cabletron partners reach the highest level of certification, called Center of Excellence, by demonstrating a broad range of industry expertise. A reseller can also become a Cabletron Premier Partner by specializing in either Spectrum, Cabletron's industry-leading network management software, or by providing a high-level of support and service.

Synergy-Plus Partners Program guidelines:

* Awell-defined partner business strategy;

* Clearly defined entry and certification levels leading to Center

  of Excellence or Premier Partner status;

* Professional training programs on Cabletron products and technology;

* Partners receive the same level of information and training as

  Cabletron's internal teams;

* Partner sales efforts are enhanced by a comprehensive range of

  business supports and services;

* Partners work with a local Cabletron representative to ensure a

  successful working relationship for both companies and

* A clear pricing policy.

Cabletron Systems, Inc., is the largest company in the world dedicated exclusively to computer networking products and services. With corporate headquarters in Rochester, NH, the company has 90 offices around the world and employs 5,500 people. Cabletron develops, manufactures and markets and services high quality internetworking products as well as the industry's most advanced network and systems management software based on its Synthesis product framework.

Cabletron directly services customer sites around the globe and provides 7 x 24 support coverage, with free telephone support. A component of the S&P 500 index, Cabletron's common stock is traded over the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol CS. Over the last four quarters the company has reported record revenue of approximately $1 billion and earnings of $202 million.


Cabletron Acquiring SMC Switching Group
Cabletron Finalizes Agreement to Acquire SMC Switching Group

ROCHESTER, NH -- January 15, 1996 -- Cabletron Systems (NYSE:CS) announced today it has completed its acquisition of the Enterprise Networks Switching Group of Standard Microsystems Corporation (SMC), a leading supplier of high performance LAN (Local Area Network) technologies.

Cabletron is acquiring the assets and technology of SMC's Enterprise Networks Switching Group located in Andover, MA, for $75.9 million in cash and the assumption of certain specified liabilities.

The acquisition augments Cabletron's extensive high-end SmartSwitch(TM) family allowing the company to deliver a comprehensive line of Fast Ethernet products for enterprise-wide switching applications.

The acquisition significantly expands Cabletron's presence in the Fast Ethernet market, providing scaleable Fast Ethernet switching solutions for small, medium and large networks.

"We are very pleased with the smooth integration of the former SMC Enterprise Switching Group into Cabletron," said S. Robert Levine, Cabletron's president and chief executive officer. "Combining Cabletron's leading-edge LAN switching and management technologies with SMC's Fast Ethernet products gives our customers the widest range of switching solutions available today," Levine said.

Cabletron Systems is the largest company in the world dedicated exclusively to computer networking products and services. With corporate headquarters in Rochester, NH, the company has 90 offices around the world and employs 5,500 people. Based on its Synthesis product framework Cabletron develops, manufactures, markets and services both shared and internetworking products, as well as the industry's most advanced network and systems management software.

Cabletron directly services customer sites around the globe and provides 7 X 24 support coverage, including free telephone support during normal business hours. A component of the S&P 500 index, Cabletron's common stock is traded over the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol CS. Over the last four quarters the company has reported record revenue of approximately $1 billion and earnings of $202 million.


Dayna Ships Bluestreak 10/100 Bridge
DAYNA BEGINS SHIPPNG BLUESTREAK 10/100 BRIDGE, ANNOUNCES FIRST FAST ETHERNET PRODUCT TO BRIDGE TWO 100 MBPS SEGMENTS

MACWORLD EXPO, JANUARY 9, 1996 -- Dayna Communications, Inc. announced today that it will begin shipping its stand-alone BlueStreak 10/100 Bridge which provides 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet users with access to all services on their existing 10 Mbps Ethernet LAN. In addition, the company also announced today the first product to allow users to bridge two 100 Mbps segments and to extend their Fast Ethernet network beyond the collision-domain limitation of 205 meters with its new BlueStreak 100/100 Bridge. The new stand alone 100/100 bridge is the only product that eliminates the current hub-to-hub limit of five meters by extending the range between each hub on a Fast Ethernet segment to 100 meters.

BLUESTREAK 10/100 BRIDGE

Dayna's BlueStreak 10/100 Bridge provides 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet users with access to printing, electronic mail, applications, and other services on their existing 10 Mbps Ethernet LAN. This two-port bridge supports up to 1,024 addresses on both the 10 Mbps and the 100 Mbps ports, and provides source address filtering for decreased network traffic.

"Given the expected growth in shipments of 10 Mbps Ethernet cards, routers, switches, and hubs over the next several years, the ease with which users are able to blend 100 Mbps Ethernet in lower speed Ethernet environments will be a primary determinant of success for users wishing to bring their Ethernet networks forward, and will determine the success of 100 Mbps Ethernet technology itself," said Mark Leary, director of LAN research at IDC. "Dayna's 10/100 bridging technology takes direct aim at easing 10/100 Mbps Ethernet integration....from the standpoints of pricing, configuration, and operations."

The BlueStreak 10/100 Bridge includes auto configuration at startup, link status and error detection LEDs, and supports AUI and RJ-45 connections on the 10 Mbps port. The BlueStreak 10/100 Bridge has a street price of $950 and will be available February 5.

BLUESTREAK 100/100 BRIDGE

The BlueStreak 100/100 Bridge is the first product to allow users to extend the distance between hubs up to 200 meters through automatic segmentation of the network into two separate collision domains. This allows users to segment their network in the same manner as 10BASE-T Ethernet, increasing network performance. An address-filtering function automatically learns source addresses of nodes on both segments; as traffic is sent and received on the network, the 100/100 Bridge automatically filters local traffic, reducing the network's utilization.

The BlueStreak 100/100 Bridge supports segments of up to 1,024 Ethernet addresses on either segment and is protocol-independent, supporting AppleTalk, TCP/IP, IPX, and other Ethernet-based protocols and network operating systems. The 100/100 Bridge has two front-mounted RJ-45 ports, supporting two-pair Category 5 cabling and includes diagnostic LEDs which communicate link status, network errors, and network traffic on each segment. The BlueStreak 100/100 Bridge is rack mountable through an optional kit and will ship February 5. It has a street price of $1,250.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Editors should contact Suzanne Kimball

voice/FAX: (801) 567-1895

Internet: skimball@dayna.com

AOL: Suzkimball

For all other inquires, contact Dayna Communications, Inc.,

(801) 269 7200, FAX: (801) 269-7363, www.dayna.com.

Founded in 1984, Dayna Communications, Inc., based in Salt Lake City, Utah, is a privately held company specializing in networking connectivity and communications products for wired and wireless local area networks. Dayna's products are distributed nationally by Ingram Micro, Merisel, Tech Data, Intelligent Electronics, MicroAge, and regional resellers, and are available worldwide through a network of authorized international distributors.


Communicard Plus Ethernet/Modem PC Card
DAYNA SHIPS COMMUNICARD PLUS ETHERNET/MODEM PC CARD

MACWORLD EXPO, JANUARY 9, 1996 -- Dayna Communications, Inc. announced today that it will begin shipping its CommuniCard Plus Ethernet/Modem PC Card on February 5. The CommuniCard Plus Ethernet/Modem, which was introduced previously at Macworld Expo in August, is part of the CommuniCard family of Ethernet adapters, 14.4 and 28.8 modems, and wireless LAN adapters for users of Apple PowerBooks with a built-in PC Card slot.

The Dayna CommuniCard Plus Ethernet/Modem combines the functionality of both an Ethernet adapter and a 28.8 modem in a Type II PC Card. Users can connect any PowerBook with a built-in PC Card slot to an Ethernet network and a phone line using a single card. Both the Ethernet and modem functions can operate simultaneously, freeing the second PC slot for other uses. The CommuniCard Plus Ethernet/Modem connects to an Ethernet network and a phone line through RJ-45 and RJ-11 cabling. The card features 64K of RAM, and a 16-bit data bus.

The CommuniCard Plus will also include Dayna's newly developed communication software package called the Dayna AddressBook&#129;. The AddressBook, developed in conjunction with Apple Computer, is the first communication management software package to allow users to organize database, address, phone, FAX, e-mail, and paging information in one central location. Version 1.0 of the software, which will ship with the CommuniCardPlus in mid February, will offer users an easy-to-use faxing and address book interface; future versions of the product will integrate all communications technologies within a single-interface package.

PRICING INFORMATION

The CommuniCard Plus Ethernet/Modem PC Card has an estimated street price of $520 and ships with a five year warranty, and an integrated, fully-featured FAX and terminal communications software package. A free upgrade coupon for Dayna's AddressBook software is included and users will be shipped version 1.0 of the AddressBook in February free of charge.

In addition, Dayna also announced today that it will begin shipping a new non-cellular version of its CommuniCard 28.8 Modem. The non- cellular 28.8 modem is available now, ships with a five year warranty, and has an estimated street price of $350.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Editors should contact Suzanne Kimball

voice/FAX: (801) 567-1895

Internet: skimball@dayna.com

AOL: Suzkimball

For all other inquires, contact Dayna Communications, (801) 269-7200, FAX: (801) 269-7363. Founded in 1984, Dayna Communications, Inc., based in Salt Lake City, Utah, is a privately held company specializing in networking connectivity and communications products for wired and wireless local area networks. Dayna's products are distributed nationally by Ingram Micro, Merisel, Tech Data, MicroAge, and other regional distributors, and are available through a network of authorized international distributors.


Dayna AddressBook for PCMCIA Modems
DAYNA ANNOUNCES NEW COMMUNICATION SOFTWARE PACKAGE FOR ITS PCMCIA MODEMS AND MULTI-FUNCTION CARDS

MACWORLD EXPO, JANUARY 9, 1996 -- Dayna Communications, Inc. announced today a new communication software package called the Dayna AddressBook. The AddressBook, developed in conjunction with Apple Computer, is the first communication management software designed to support multiple communication technologies allowing users to organize voice, FAX, e-mail, and paging, from one central location. Version 1.0 of the software will offer users an easy-to-use faxing and address book interface; future versions of the product will integrate all communications technologies within a single-interface package. Dayna plans to ship version 1.0 of the AddressBook with its CommuniCard line of PC Card 14.4 and 28.8 modems and multi-function Ethernet/modem cards in mid February.

POWERFUL DATABASE OPTIONS

The Dayna AddressBook provides users with powerful database options. It lets users differentiate between individual, company, or distribution list entries, then from the AddressBook's central location, manage and manipulate those entries using a variety of tools.

The AddressBook features Entry Linking which allows users to link individual and company entries so they can sort and list a group of contacts associated with a specific company. The AddressBook also contains a powerful search engine which lets users search the database for an entry using every possible criteria, and then mark, view, sort, and list the entries as desired. An Import/Export function allows entries to be imported so that fields in other contact management or database programs will align with those of the AddressBook before they are imported. A tracking features lets users track notes and files associated with an entry.

EASY-TO-USE FAXING INTERFACE

The AddressBook's management capabilities let users specify settings for different locations such as office, home, or foreign countries. Using the Location Management feature, users can set the AddressBook to automatically make the necessary adjustments to fax numbers so a connection can be made without changing dialing strings, calling card information, and prefixes when the user changes locations.

A Drag and Drop capability allows the user to fax a document by simply dragging it to an entry in the AddressBook database. Users do not have to be within the application in which the document was created in order to send a fax. All necessary items such as a coversheet or dialing strings are automatically attached and the document is sent to the selected entry. Faxing can also be accomplished using the traditional print-to-FAX command from within any application. The Drag and Drop capability can also be used within the AddressBook for quick duplication and linking of entries.

THE ADDRESSBOOK SHIPS WITH DAYNA'S PC CARD MODEMS AND MULTI FUNCTION CARDS

The AddressBook is part of Dayna's CommuniCard Modem and CommuniCardPlus Ethernet/Modem family. The CommuniCard Modems offer users of Apple PowerBooks with a built-in PC Card slot either a 14.4 or 28.8 modem connection. The CommuniCardPlus Ethernet/Modem Card combines the functionality of both an Ethernet adapter and a 28.8 modem in a Type II PC Card. With the CommuniCardPlus, users can connect a PowerBook to an Ethernet network and a phone line using a single card; both the Ethernet and modem functions can operate simultaneously.

Version 1.0 of the Dayna AddressBook will begin shipping with the CommuniCard product line in mid February; future versions of the product will support multiple communication technologies and will be offered to current users of the product through an upgrade program. The cellular ready CommuniCard 14.4 and 28.8 Modems have a street price of $270 and $416, respectively. The non-cellular 28.8 model sells for an estimated street price of $345, and the CommuniCardPlus Ethernet/Modem Card for $520.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Editors should contact Suzanne Kimball

voice/FAX: (801) 567-1895

Internet: skimball@dayna.com

America Online: Suzkimbal

For all other inquiries, contact Dayna Communications directly

at (801) 269-7200, FAX: (801) 269-7363, AppleLINK: DAYNA,

Internet: www.dayna.com.

Founded in 1984, Dayna Communications, Inc., based in Salt Lake City, Utah, is a privately held company specializing in networking connectivity and communications products for wired and wireless local area networks. Dayna's products are distributed nationally by Ingram Micro, Merisel, Tech Data, and other regional distributors, and are available through authorized international distributors.


Dayna Wireless LAN PC Card for Newton
DAYNA SHIPS FIRST WIRELESS LAN PC CARD FOR THE NEWTON MARKET

MACWORLD EXPO, JANUARY 9, 1996 -- Dayna Communications, Inc. announced today that it will begin shipping the first wireless local area networking PC Card adapter for the Apple Newton MessagePad in mid February. The CommuniCard Roamer, which is part of Dayna's family of PC Card Ethernet adapters, modems, and multi-function cards will be demonstrated at the Newton SI/VAR Symposium on January 11 and at Macworld Expo, January 9-12. The CommuniCard Roamer will provide support not only for traditional AppleTalk applications but also for broad based networking applications such as client/server database access and Internet connectivity. With the announcement, Dayna becomes the only vendor to offer a wireless LAN solution for the Newton in a compact, lightweight PC Card form factor.

"Dayna is very excited to be on the cutting edge of wireless communications for the Newton," said Gary Hogge, product manager for the CommuniCard product line. "Dayna's PC Card technology will make Apple's vision of compact wireless LAN communications for the Newton a reality, and will provide a slim, lightweight internal solution consistent with the Newton's compact form factor."

The CommuniCard Roamer is a credit card-sized Type II PC Card which connects directly through the Newton's built-in PC Card slot. It includes a small integrated antenna and draws its power directly from the Newton. Based on Xircom's NetWave&#129; 2.4 GHz spread spectrum, frequency hopping radio technology, the Roamer has a radio transmission rate of 1 Mbps with actual throughput speeds of 400 to 500 Kbps. Roamer wireless users can communicate peer-to-peer or connect to a wired Ethernet LAN via Dayna's Network Access Points. The Roamer provides a connection range from 150 to 800 feet depending on the building environment in which the user is working. Users can extend that range by placing multiple Network Access Points throughout a building or warehouse, expanding the range to the entire size of the LAN. The Roamer supports AppleTalk, and using third party software, supports tunneled TCP/IP packets. Scrambling and frequency hopping features provide complete data security for Roamer users.

The CommuniCard Roamer has an estimated street price of $560 and ships with CommuniCard software and a five year warranty.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Editors should contact Suzanne Kimball

voice/FAX: (801) 567-1895

Internet: skimball@dayna.com

America Online: Suzkimbal

For all other inquiries, contact Dayna Communications directly

at (801) 269-7200, FAX: (801) 269-7363, AppleLINK: DAYNA,

Internet: www.dayna.com.

Founded in 1984, Dayna Communications, Inc. based in Salt Lake City, Utah, is a privately held company specializing in networking connectivity and communications products for wired and wireless local area networks. Dayna's products are distributed nationally by Ingram Micro, Merisel, Tech Data, Intelligent Electronics, MicroAge, and regional distributors, and are available worldwide through a network of authorized international distributors.


Dayna Bluestreak 10/100 PDS Card
DAYNA ANNOUNCES BLUESTREAK 10/100 PDS CARD, FIRST FAST ETHERNET SOLUTION FOR PDS-BASED MACINTOSH COMPUTERS

MACWORLD EXPO, JANUARY 9, 1996 -- Dayna Communications, Inc. announced today the BlueStreak 10/100 PDS Adapter, the first 100 Mbps solution for the large installed base of Macintosh computers with a Processor Direct Slot. The new BlueStreak PDS network interface card will satisfy high demands by the education market for products that will get classrooms on the Internet and let educators teach using high bandwidth applications for shared multimedia and distance learning.

"Educators want the Internet pumped into their classrooms now, and they want to do QuickTime conferencing now and do it quickly without any bandwidth problems," said Bruce Glenn, president of Pacific Computing, a high-speed network consulting group based in Southern California. "Since most networking products are directed toward the corporate setting, the entire education market has been overlooked as a place where high speed solutions are desperately needed," said Glenn. "Schools are choosing solutions now that will not be obsolete in a year or two -- they have to watch their budget so they have to do it right the first time. That's why they're setting up Fast Ethernet networks and that's why they need network interface cards like Dayna's 10/100 PDS adapter for all the PDS Macs they have sitting in their classrooms."

The BlueStreak 10/100 PDS card offers users excellent Fast Ethernet performance and provides flexibility by running at both 10 or 100 Mbps speeds from a single RJ-45 jack. Using the NWay&#129; standard, it can auto negotiate between 10 and 100 Mbps speeds, offering a seamless upgrade to 100 Mbps performance so that users can migrate to industry-standard high-performance networking at their convenience. The BlueStreak 10/100 PDS card supports the 100BASE-TX standard, running on two-pair Category five cable and includes diagnostic LEDs which indicate activity, link, integrity, network speed, and full- or half-duplex mode status.

PRICING AND AVAILABILITY

The BlueStreak 10/100 PDS card works with all network operating systems and ships with all necessary BlueStreak drivers and a full life time warranty. It will be available February 5 and have a street price of $270.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Editors should contact Suzanne Kimball

voice/FAX: (801) 567-1895

Internet: skimball@dayna.com

AOL: Suzkimball

For all other inquires, contact Dayna Communications, Inc.,

(801) 269 7200, FAX: (801) 269-7363, www.dayna.com.

Founded in 1984, Dayna Communications, Inc., based in Salt Lake City, Utah is a privately held company specializing in networking connectivity and communications products for wired and wireless local area networks. Dayna's products are distributed nationally by Ingram Micro, Merisel, Tech Data, Intelligent Electronics, MicroAge, and regional distributors, and are available worldwide through a network of authorized international distributors.


AlphaServer 8400 Earns Oracle Warehouse Cert
ALPHASERVER 8400 SYSTEM AMONG FIRST TO EARN ORACLE WAREHOUSE TERABYTE TEST-TO-SCALE CERTIFICATION

Two-terabyte data warehouse combines Alpha servers, StorageWorks, 64-bit Oracle7 ...

TOKYO, Japan -- January 18, 1996 -- Building on its strategic relationship with Oracle Corporation, Digital Equipment Corporation today announced that the AlphaServer 8400 5/300 64-bit RISC system is one of the industry's first platforms to earn Oracle Warehouse Test-to-Scale certification. Digital and Oracle demonstrated a multi-terabyte data warehouse solution to thousands attending the Oracle Open World '96 here.

Digital and Oracle tuned and optimized the AlphaServer 8400 5/300 system and the Oracle7 database server with Oracle 64-bit Option, together with Digital UNIX 64-bit operating system and Digital's StorageWorks storage subsystems using RAID-5. The result was a two-terabyte commercially configured data warehouse using standard, shipping products from Digital and Oracle.

"Once again, Oracle and Digital have teamed to demonstrate the superior power, scalability, and reliability of our high-end solutions in very-large database environments," said Robert Pariseau, Oracle vice president of the Digital Products Division. "This test strengthens the confidence of our customers that moving to 64-bit computing today is a wise business decision."

Paul Feresten, Digital Storage Business Unit vice president of sales and marketing, said, "This test demonstrates that StorageWorks delivers the performance, availability, and capacity needed by Oracle users, from the multi-gigabyte workgroup environment to the most demanding multi-terabyte data warehouse."

Data Warehouse Configuration

A terabyte (TB) is equal to one trillion characters -- about the size of 500 million pages of text or 40,000 four-drawer filing cabinets of information. The 1TB data warehouse was created and stress-tested by a team of technicians from Digital and Oracle.

Oracle created the terabyte database and managed the database load operation. The database and pointers were loaded into seven StorageWorks subsystem cabinets each supporting 300 gigabytes (GB) of data. The storage subsystem was configured using RAID-5 with additional predefined spares to ensure the high performance and data availability required in commercial applications, bringing the total size of the data warehouse to 2TB.

Digital's StorageWorks subsystem is the first storage solution to demonstrate a RAID-5 multi-terabyte configuration that meets data warehousing performance requirements while offering higher availability and substantially lower cost per megabyte compared with RAID 0+1 solutions.

The database was stress-tested on an eight-CPU AlphaServer 8400 system with 8GB of memory, running Digital UNIX V3.2 operating system. The test involved load and query exercises as well as data placement on the StorageWorks subsystems.

The exercise was run using the Oracle7 Release 7.3 database with Oracle 64-bit Option, a leading platform for exceptionally high performance, scalability and functionality in data warehousing applications.

The Alpha Warehouse

"This stress test validates our claims and earlier benchmark results of the unique 64-bit very-large memory (VLM64) capabilities available today only from Digital and our database partners such as Oracle," said Pauline Nist, Digital vice president of the AlphaServer Business Segment. "By demonstrating the technical feasibility of creating and exercising a huge data warehouse with off-the-shelf components, we are making it easy and affordable for customers to gain the competitive benefits of data warehouse applications," she said.

In industries such as telecommunications, financial services, manufacturing, transportation, insurance, retail and government, customers are benefiting from Digital's Alpha Warehouse solutions.

Data warehousing applications provide executives a better picture of bottom-line performance with detail-level data presented in summary form, sourced from a wide variety of databases throughout the enterprise. Mission-critical operations such as customer order fulfillment, financial management, and inventory control can proceed without IS resources being siphoned off to support reporting requirements. Knowledge workers can easily and flexibly develop and execute their own analyses.

For example, market activity, product lifecycles, and customer buying patterns can be tracked and presented in a variety of viewing formats for real-time decision making. Time-to-market can be reduced and customer intelligence can be parlayed into more profitable customer relationships.

AlphaServer Systems -- The World's Most Powerful Servers

Power-hungry applications such as data warehousing, OLTP, visualization, simulation, and modeling are driving demand for the performance and fully-available VLM64 computing environment offered only by Alpha. In fact, only Alpha, of all RISC technologies, delivers and is on a trend line to continue to deliver performance that clearly differentiates it from Intel.

In December, Oracle announced record-setting single-system database benchmark results -- TPC-C results of 11,456 transactions per minute (tpmC) at $286 per tpmC using an AlphaServer 8400 5/350 system, StorageWorks subsystems, and Oracle7 with the Oracle 64-bit Option.

Digital pioneered and leads the industry in delivering 64-bit computing. Only Digital is shipping the high-performance 64-bit servers, AlphaServer systems, and a 64-bit operating system, Digital UNIX, which together make VLM possible. Digital's VLM64 technology dramatically improves database and application performance by raising the amount of information that can be stored in memory. All 32-bit systems are limited to 2GB of memory. Today AlphaServer 8400 systems can store up to 14GB of data in memory, with more in the future.

The AlphaServer 8400 delivers the power, throughput, and balanced processor and I/O performance to handle the most demanding large commercial, technical and multi-user applications. It offers more than twice the performance of the HP 9000-800 T500, and in just seven months, Digital has shipped more AlphaServer 8000s than the total number of IBM SP2s shipped in the first two years of that product's life. Major customers have replaced other vendors' products with AlphaServer 8000 systems, such as Baxter Healthcare, Best Western Hotels, and American Society of Civil Engineers.

StorageWorks Subsystems -- Flexible, Platform-Neutral Storage Solutions

Digital's StorageWorks multi-platform solutions meet the capacity, performance, and availability requirements of any Oracle database, from the smallest application to the most demanding and complex multi-terabyte data warehouse.

StorageWorks offers the high performance and availability required for quick, reliable access to Oracle databases from tens of gigabytes to multiple terabytes. Since it is a multivendor product family, StorageWorks reduces the cost of implementing and maintaining Oracle-based applications across multiple platforms.

The scalability and flexibility of StorageWorks ensures investment protection as capacity requirements, systems platforms, and business needs change. Its modular cabinetry and enclosures support customers' storage growth needs and ensure ease of migration across system platforms.

64-bit Digital UNIX Operating System

Digital's 64-bit UNIX operating system, now in its third major release, has been rated by analysts such as D.H. Brown, the Yankee Group, and Hurwitz Consulting as one of the most fully functional, modern, commercial-strength, and standards-compliant UNIX implementations on the market. Digital also offers a 64-bit version of its commercial-strength OpenVMS operating system. While other major vendors are struggling to introduce one 64-bit OS, Digital already has two on the market.

Oracle7 64-bit Database

Industry analysts are calling 64-bit database software the "killer application" that will lead the migration to open systems in commercial and technical markets. Today, only Digital offers customers the unique advantages of 64-bit database software.

The combination of Oracle7 with the Oracle 64-bit Option, Digital UNIX, StorageWorks and the AlphaServer 8400 system enables customers to access data more than 250 times faster than is possible with 32-bit Oracle7. Oracle7 running on the AlphaServer 8400 system delivers 10 times the database performance of an IBM ES/9000 at one-tenth the price.

In December Digital opened the first of several planned Database Technology Centers, located in Palo Alto, Calif., strengthening the company's position as the leading provider of 64-bit VLM64 solutions for commercial computing. The DBTC offers world-class database technology expertise designed to help customers capitalize on the performance and productivity advantages afforded by Digital's VLM64 technology and that of its database software partners.

Digital Equipment Corporation is the world's leader in open client/server solutions from personal computing to integrated worldwide information systems. Digital's scalable Alpha platforms, storage, networking, software and services, together with industry- focused solutions from business partners, help organizations compete and win in today's global marketplace.


Opcode Studio Vision Pro 3.0 Sweeps Awards
Opcode's Studio Vision Pro 3.0 Sweeps Awards

Editors and Readers Reward New Features and Integration

NAMM EXPO * JANUARY 18, 1996--Awards from readers and editors of prominent music, computer and multimedia magazines have made this a banner year for Studio Vision Pro, Opcode's MIDI sequencing and digital audio recording software for the Apple Macintosh Computer.

Many of the awards noted Studio Vision Pro 3.0's groundbreaking features, Audio-to-MIDI and MIDI-to-Audio. These features allow musicians to edit digital audio as easily as if it were MIDI. Electronic Musician called this, "...an absolutely stunning achievement."

Other awards, such as NewMedia's Hyper Award praise Studio Vision Pro for setting a high standard in professional music production, calling it, "...seamless and powerful integration of audio editing and MIDI sequencing." Also highlighted is Studio Vision Pro's compatibility with OMS, Galaxy, Apple Sound Manager 2.0, Apple QuickTime and Digidesign Pro Tools III.

Opcode's Studio Vision Pro has received the following awards this year:

MIX

Technical Excellence and Creativity Award--Computer Software/Peripherals

MACUSER

Editors' Choice Award--New Music/Sound Product

ELECTRONIC MUSICIAN

Editors' Choice Award--Digital Audio Sequencer

KEYBOARD

19th Annual Readers Poll Award--Most Important Technological Innovation

NEWMEDIA

Hyper Award--Audio Editing Software

Founded in 1985, Opcode is a leading supplier of computer software and hardware for the composition, performance, editing and recording of music by professional, semiprofessional and amateur musicians. The company is dedicated to expanding the number of people who create, teach and use music with the aid of computer technology. Opcode's award winning products are used by many prominent musicians, music educators, composers, multimedia developers and music hobbyists.

For more information about Opcode call 415-856-3333 or fax 415-856-3332.


Opcode Announces WWW Site on Internet
Opcode Now on the Internet

Company Announces World Wide Web Site

NAMM EXPO * JANUARY 18, 1996--Opcode Systems, Inc. today announced its new site on the World Wide Web. Located at http://www.opcode.com Opcode's site provides a valuable resource for people interested in using computers to create music. The site offers extensive content that includes news, information, downloadable software and much more.

"We're pleased to offer this service to the music community," commented Opcode President, Chris Halaby. "The Web is an excellent way to keep our customers informed, while simultaneously bringing new people to the market."

The Opcode Web site offers nine main areas for exploration:

PRODUCTS: Gives in-depth information on all of Opcode's hardware and software products, including information on product features, specifications and requirements.

SUPPORT & SALES: The support area provides technical information for users of Opcode products, including answers to FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions), technical publications, FTP files and technical support via e-mail. The sales area has information on ordering products domestically, as well as the company's list of international distributors.

WHAT'S NEW, WHAT'S NEWS: Points to newly added or updated areas of the Opcode Web site. It also contains late breaking news, announcements, artist profiles and event information.

DEMOS: Opcode's FTP site offers downloadable demonstration software, librarians, utilities, and MIDI files as well as program updaters, OMS and MAX patches.

LINKS: Is a great jumping off area for music enthusiasts. It has a plethora of links to equipment manufacturers, music newsgroups, Opcode dealers and other WWW music sites including, music labels and major artists.

OMS: Gives developers and end users important information on the Open Music System, the music operating system adopted by both Microsoft and Apple.

EDUCATION: Is a an electronic resource for music students and teachers. It provides curriculum tips, lesson plans, contact information for educators and information on academic versions and pricing.

PRESS RELEASES: Offers a constantly updated source of information about Opcode, including the company's history and executive staff roster.

OPPORTUNITIES: Provides a list of the current career opportunities available within the company.

Founded in 1985, Opcode is a leading supplier of computer software and hardware for the composition, performance, editing and recording of music by professional, semiprofessional and amateur musicians. The company is dedicated to expanding the number of people who create, teach and use music with the aid of computer technology. Opcode's award winning products are used by many prominent musicians, music educators, composers, multimedia developers and music hobbyists.

Opcode is on the World Wide Web at: http://www.opcode.com

For more information about Opcode call 415-856-3333 or fax 415-856-3332.


Opcode Unveils MIDI Translator PC

Modular Interface Expands Via Exclusive "Docking" Port

NAMM EXPO * JANUARY 18, 1996--Opcode Systems, Inc. today announced its MIDI Translator PC, an expandable MIDI interface for PC compatibles. The new interface combines rock solid Opcode performance with a unique modular architecture that allows an unprecedented degree of expansion and flexibility.

The exclusive "docking" port of the MIDI Translator PC allows multiple units to be chained together. A single MIDI Translator PC gives the user a 2 IN x 2 OUT, 32-channel MIDI interface that easily connects to the parallel port of a PC. Quickly expand this to a 4 IN x 4 OUT, 64-channel interface by simply docking two units together.

The "docking" port of the MIDI Translator PC also acts as a printer passthru port. Controllable via software, it allows a printer to remain connected and on-line at all times--no hassles with printer cable swapping.

The MIDI Translator PC is compatible with all Windows(tm) 3.1, Windows 95, and Windows for Workgroups MIDI software. Small and extremely portable, it fits perfectly alongside any desktop or laptop PC.

Carrying on a tradition of quality, the MIDI Translator PC was developed by Opcode in conjunction with David Rowe, founder of Music Quest, and Opcode's new Director of Hardware Products. "Price alone makes our 2 port interface an excellent value. But the MIDI Translator PC's printer passthru port, docking feature, and portability make it a breakthrough product among PC interfaces," says Mr. Rowe.

Expandable, flexible, modular--the new MIDI Translator PC offers many options for the beginner, as well as the professional, in a dependable, small and easy-to-use package.

Founded in 1985, Opcode is a leading supplier of computer software and hardware for the composition, performance, editing and recording of music by professional, semiprofessional and amateur musicians. The company is dedicated to expanding the number of people who create, teach and use music with the aid of computer technology. Opcode's award winning products are used by many prominent musicians, music educators, composers, multimedia developers and consumers.

NEW PRODUCT: MIDI Translator PC

AVAILABILITY: 1st quarter 1996

For more information about Opcode call 415-856-3333 or fax 415-856-3332.


Osicom to Acquire Rockwell Network Systems
OSICOM TECHNOLOGIES TO ACQUIRE ROCKWELL NETWORK SYSTEMS

SANTA MONICA, CALIF., JAN. 19 -- Osicom Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: FIBR) today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Rockwell Network Systems, a unit of Rockwell International Corp. (NYSE: ROK), for an undisclosed amount of cash. Rockwell Network Systems (RNS) is a recognized industry leader designing, manufacturing, and marketing diverse data communications products including intelligent network adapters, remote access routers, and software based on industry standard protocols TCP/IP, IPX, Ethernet, FDDI and ATM. The acquisition, subject to conditions customary to such transactions, is expected to be consummated within the next several weeks, an Osicom spokesperson said.

Par Chadha, Osicom Chairman, said that RNS will be brought into Osicom's Meret Optical Communications subsidiary, already a leader in video switches. "RNS and Meret are a perfect fit," he said, "and this acquisition will boost Osicom's revenues to more than $35 million for the fiscal year ending Jan. 31, 1997."

RNS provides high-speed LAN solutions and connections to the extended workgroups and servers in high growth networking (FDDI, ATM, Fast Ethernet) markets. In addition, the company is a leading supplier of remote access router-based technologies for connections to network backbones via public switch facilities (ISDN and analog modems). RNS General Manager Nick Whelan noted that the trend toward mixed data and video communications with high-speed networks and remote access requires sophisticated switching components both on-site and off-site and that the combined RNS/Meret capabilities will provide the complete product line for such applications. Whelan and the RNS management team will continue to lead the new Osicom business unit.

Osicom Technologies is a Santa Monica, California based company engaged in design and manufacture of digital video switchers and routers for the telecommunications industry. The company also produces a range of fiber optic and wireless communications products for use in broadcast, cable, and closed circuit television; interactive teleconferencing and distance learning; computer graphics; medical imaging; surveillance; and defense and aerospace applications.

CONTACT: Bob Raffa of First Capital Investor Relations, 800-400-5565, for Osicom Technologies, Inc.

For more information about our products and services please email SALES@RNS.ROCKWELL.COM or call 1-800-262-8023 (INTERNATIONAL 805-562-3173).


Platinum Techology to Acquire Prodea
PLATINUM TECHNOLOGY TO ACQUIRE PRODEA, ADDS OLAP TOOLS TO COMPLETE BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE SOLUTION SET

OAKBROOK TERRACE, IL, JANUARY 17, 1996. . . PLATINUM TECHNOLOGY, INC. (NASDAQ:PLAT) today announced that it will be adding Online Analytical Processing (OLAP) technology to its business intelligence product line by acquiring Prodea Software Corporation, a leading provider of data warehousing and business intelligence tools based in Eden Prarie, Minnesota. The addition of ProdeaBeacon is a critical component in PLATINUM's commitment to delivering the most comprehensive suite of business intelligence tools on the market.

Prodea's Online Analytical Processing solution allows users to take a multidimensional view of the information stored in their databases. Users can examine information along common business "dimensions" such as product, geography, time, organization, etc. and then drill down from summary levels to finer levels of detail in each dimension. Users can navigate through these data to uncover trends and exceptions that help decision making.

PLATINUM will acquire the outstanding shares of Prodea at a cost of approximately $36 million in PLATINUM common stock. Prodea will become a wholly owned subsidiary of PLATINUM technology inc. The transaction, expected to be completed by January 31, is subject to approval by Prodea's shareholders and the satisfaction of conditions customary for transactions of this nature. "Business people today are under intense pressure to perform. Rapid access to corporate and system-wide data is a key factor in their success. As a result, business intelligence is one of the fastest growing segments of the software industry," said Andrew J. Filipowski, president and CEO of PLATINUM technology, inc. "By adding the OLAP capabilities of Beacon, PLATINUM continues to meet the needs of both sophisticated business users and corporate IT organizations." "We believe that our open approach to OLAP, working with the popular standardized relational database management systems rather than a proprietary data storage method, truly meets the needs of corporate IT managers and business users," said Larry Barbetta, president and CEO of Prodea. "This open approach also is consistent with PLATINUM's mission to provide open solutions for enterprise computing. The combination of Prodea's products and PLATINUM's exceptional channel network and comprehensive product offering is a perfect match."

"With the addition of Beacon, our business intelligence product line now provides full ad hoc query, reporting, and customization, as well as multi-dimensional analysis, across a multi-tiered client/server architecture," said Frederick W. Rook, Ph.D., vice president of the PLATINUM technology Business Intelligence Group. "This enables us to serve this market more effectively than any other query and reporting tool or stand-alone OLAP vendor."

ABOUT PRODEA

Prodea provides innovative data warehousing, decision support and application development software. Its products have been developed to more effectively access and transform raw data into useable, relevant information that can be shared throughout an enterprise. Prodea software products are based entirely on open and industry standard technologies.

Prodea's Beacon is a next-generation decision support solution that contains an analytical processing engine to handle user requests for multidimensional views of data stored in relational database management systems and to perform standard and custom calculations. Based on a three-tier client/server architecture, Beacon brings rapid response and enterprise scalability to the data warehouse analysis environment. The three tiers of the product architecture are an industry standard relational DBMS; the Beacon Application Server, which performs the analytical processing functions and interacts directly with the RDBMS; and the Beacon client, which includes tools for analysis, reporting, and administration.

Founded in 1987, Prodea has from its inception focused exclusively on software and related services that provide reliable information access to support the decision-making process. Many key members of the company have been involved in pioneering work that has helped to create today's data warehousing and decision support markets.

PLATINUM'S BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE STRATEGY

PLATINUM's Business Intelligence operation offers an integrated toolset that enables organizations to better leverage their corporate data investments. Business intelligence enables end users to derive value and insight from corporate information by facilitating the access, analysis, reporting, and delivery of enterprise data.

PLATINUM's business intelligence tools address the entire spectrum of data access, reporting, and delivery needs. Each product offers powerful capabilities that can be used separately to meet specific needs, or as a part of an integrated business intelligence solution. The PLATINUM business intelligence solutions include InfoQuery, a powerful ad hoc query builder; InfoReports, an ad hoc query and reporting tool; Forest & Trees, an EIS/Interactive analysis tool; and InfoReport Facility, a mainframe-based reporting tool.

PLATINUM's business intelligence operation is a critical component of the company's Open Enterprise Management System (POEMS). POEMS is an integrated, multi-tiered solution that encompasses business intelligence, data warehousing, data management, systems management and application development across the scope of the entire enterprise.

PLATINUM TECHNOLOGY, INC., delivers the payoff on information technology (IT) investments by providing tools that enable organizations to efficiently manage next-generation computing solutions while leveraging existing and legacy systems. The company provides application development, business intelligence, database administration, data warehousing, and systems management software solutions for the Open Enterprise Environment (OEE) -- the networked computing environment that incorporates mainframe, desktop, and open systems.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE E-MAIL US AT INFO@PLATINUM.COM


Platinum Image Analyzer for SQL Server
PLATINUM TECHNOLOGY ANNOUNCES INDUSTRY'S FIRST TOOL FOR SYBASE, MICROSOFT SQL SERVER BACKUP ANALYSIS; PLATINUM IMAGE ANALYZER HELPS ENSURE BACKUP INTEGRITY, SPEEDS DATA RECOVERY, PROVIDES AUDIT OF DATABASE MODIFICATIONS

OAKBROOK TERRACE, IL, JANUARY 16, 1996. . . PLATINUM TECHNOLOGY, INC., today announced PLATINUM Image Analyzer for SQL Server, the industry's first backup analysis tool for Sybase and Microsoft SQL Server. With Image Analyzer, database administrators (DBAs) can examine the contents of a backup to ensure its integrity, quickly recover data from tables that have been lost or corrupted, and audit data modifications.

"Before Image Analyzer, SQL Server users have had no way to verify that their backups are valid and readable, which can create a lot of problems when data must be recovered," said Scott Kane, senior vice president of database management for PLATINUM. "The only option to help ensure backup integrity has been to run Sybase's and Microsoft's Database Consistency Checker (DBCC) immediately prior to a backup. DBCC, however, is time-consuming and processing-intensive, which often prevents its usage anyway."

Image Analyzer speeds and simplifies database backup and recovery by providing two key features not available with SQL Server:

 off-line verification of backup integrity, virtually eliminating

 any impact on normal processing; and

 the ability to recover data from individual tables, rather than

 requiring an entire database recovery.

HOW IMAGE ANALYZER WORKS

Each backup of a database provides a snapshot image of that database at a particular time. Image Analyzer is the first tool that allows DBAs to view this snapshot image, including table data pages and transaction log pages. It bypasses the normal SQL access methods to read these pages directly and presents the information in an easy- to-read format. With Image Analyzer, users can:

 quickly check database integrity without tying up system resources;

 browse archived backups to recover data from individual tables;

 regenerate Data Manipulation Language (DML) statements from the

 transaction log to reverse erroneous delete, insert, and update

 statements; and

 create an audit report from the archived files to maintain a record

 of data modifications.

PLATINUM'S STRATEGY AND INTEGRATION PLANS

Image Analyzer is part of PLATINUM's product strategy to bring best- of-breed data and systems management to the open enterprise environment (OEE) -- the networked, heterogeneous computing environment that includes MVS-, UNIX-, and Windows-based platforms and may contain MVS, AS/400, and OS/2 systems. For backup analysis in DB2 for MVS environments, PLATINUM offers PLATINUM Log Analyzer.

AVAILABILITY, PLATFORM SUPPORT AND PRICING

Image Analyzer is scheduled to be available in January 1996. It supports Microsoft SQL Server 6.0 or Sybase SQL Server 4.2 through System 10. The software can run on PC and UNIX platforms. The PC version is compatible with Windows 3.1, Windows 95, Windows NT, and OS/2 V2.1 or above. The UNIX version requires Sun Solaris 2.3 or above, IBM AIX 3.2 or above, or HP/UX 9.0 or above.

Prices for Image Analyzer start at $1,300.

All PLATINUM product names and product category names are trademarks of PLATINUM technology, inc. Other company names and product names referenced herein may be trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective corporation.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE E-MAIL US AT INFO@PLATINUM.COM


Personal-Agent Monitors Incoming Info
NEW KNOWLEDGE AGENT USES ON-THE-JOB TRAINING FOR SMARTER, MORE EFFICIENT FILTERING

(Miami, FL, January 15, 1996) - Personal Library Software's unique search tools have been used for years to help you find the information you need. Now, these tools can be used to help the right information find you. Today in Miami, at a meeting of the Interactive Services Association, PLS unveiled PERSONAL-AGENT, a powerful new software product that monitors incoming information for Web publishers and users and automatically selects the most pertinent items. Most importantly, this new software can actually teach itself -- adapting to changing currents in the information stream. This revolutionary feature puts PERSONAL-AGENT a generation ahead of other information agents.

PERSONAL-AGENT is designed for organizations that want to disseminate information to individuals on a timely and selective basis, based on personal profiles that each individual can create and customize easily. Publishers can use PERSONAL-AGENT to provide their subscribers a personalized, value-added service. Any organization can use PERSONAL-AGENT to share information internally -- the rapidly growing intranet application.

For example, PERSONAL-AGENT enables employees of a consulting firm to continually monitor industry-related developments, news about competitors and vendors, requests for proposals, memos and papers on company resources, and other critical information. This could be information arriving from outside sources or could be electronic documents produced and circulated internally. Users are notified by e-mail whenever an incoming item matches their profile and are guided to a private HTML report linking the new-found documents.

PERSONAL-AGENT enables end users to create and maintain their profiles using familiar HTML forms accessed by a common web browser such as Netscape Navigator. Users (or owners of agents) can define the scope and content of their information needs in natural language or take advantage of the advanced search features found in PLS'S powerful query language. In addition, agent owners can specify how much or how little information they want, how often they want to be updated and how time-critical their information need is.

Each PERSONAL-AGENT regularly tries to improve itself by exploring word usage patterns in the incoming data stream, and informing its owner of unanticipated associations. These associations often indicate new words that could be added to the profile to help detect future relevant documents that would otherwise be missed. For example, a profile created to keep track of information about the English Royal Family would have suggested recently that divorce is an important new concept within that topic.

"This is really interactive learning on the part of the agent-owner team", noted Dr. Matthew Koll, President of PLS. The PERSONAL-AGENT suggests new words and concepts. The owner tells the agent which words and phrases seem likely to be useful. This in turn helps the agent be on the lookout for still better ways to describe the owner's interests. Over time, the agent evolves into a finely-tuned expression of its owner's needs -- yet it s always looking for change, ready to adapt to the unexpected.

"Users come to depend on their PERSONAL-AGENT", added Jo Ann Mandinach, PLS'S Director for Information Industry Alliances. "People like it because it's a convenient time-saver and it's a security-blanket for busy people who need to ensure they haven't missed anything even if they don't have time to search for it each day."

The high speed and highly flexible PERSONAL-AGENT eliminates the need for dedicated hardware and proprietary interfaces for profile maintenance. It features easily configurable scripts and forms, and utilities that can be configured for such functions as deleting expired documents and agents. Many different types of text can be indexed and presented in HTML using simple, on-the-fly formatting scripts. PERSONAL-AGENT offers easily installed CGI form action and uses built-in server authentication.

PERSONAL-AGENT works in conjunction with PLWEB, PLS'S popular Internet searching and publishing system, providing a web site with the best in both archival searching and current awareness service. PERSONAL-AGENT is available today on Sun Solaris, and will be released over the next few months on other major platforms such as Windows NT and Unix servers from Hewlett-Packard, Silicon Graphics, Digital Equipment Corp., and IBM. PERSONAL-AGENT can be used with most common World Wide Web browsers and servers. Servers supported include those from Open Market, Netscape, Spyglass and NCSA. Prices for PERSONAL-AGENT start at $12,995.

About PLS

PERSONAL LIBRARY SOFTWARE is the leading supplier of information retrieval software for use on the Web, on-line services and CD-ROM. PLS products combine intelligent retrieval techniques with the flexibility of graphical user interfaces. PLS software is well known for the power and speed of its search technologies, its automatic concept searching, ease of use, robustness, dynamic updating and scalability. The PLS family of products, introduced in 1983, is used by several thousand organizations and several million individuals in electronic publishing as well as in workgroup and enterprise applications.

PLS technology is at the core of products and services from leading information companies, including America Online, Prodigy, Dow Jones, DataTimes, Knight Ridder Information, and the Associated Press.

PERSONAL LIBRARY SOFTWARE

2400 Research Boulevard, Suite 350

Rockville, Maryland 20850

(301) 990-1155

info@pls.com


Raptor Firewall Security Solution for Win NT
RAPTOR INTRODUCES INDUSTRY'S FIRST ENTERPRISE FIREWALL SECURITY SOLUTION FOR WINDOWS NT

Eagle NT firewall addresses critical need for security, as WINDOWS NT's widescale acceptance as a mission-critical Internet platform grows.

WALTHAM, MASS., JANUARY 15, 1996 -- Raptor Systems today unveiled Eagle NT, the industry's first enterprise network security firewall for Microsoft's Windows NT. Eagle NT offers companies a proven, scalable security solution to maximize data communications across the entire enterprise from the Internet and workgroup LANs to remote offices and mobile PCs to ensure wherever information travels, it is secure.

Raptor's entire suite of Eagle firewall products will be available for Windows NT, enabling companies for the first time to take advantage of NT's ease of use, low cost of ownership and multiplatform support without compromising data as it travels across the Internet and private networks.

As Windows NT's popularity continues to grow in the MIS community as an Internet and enterprise network server, the Eagle NT family of security software eliminates a key barrier for a new class of users who are looking to NT as a mission-critical enterprise network platform. For Fortune 1000 and small to medium-sized companies using Windows NT, Eagle NT offers a comprehensive security solution that until now has only been available for UNIX customers.

"There is a large installed base of Windows users who don't have the expertise or desire to master the intricacies of UNIX", said Stephen Franco, program manager for interactive commerce research at The Yankee Group. "Eagle NT will offer these users the same robust, enterprise-wide security solutions that have been available to the UNIX market from a well-respected, proven security vendor."

Over the past year, Windows NT sales have increased dramatically, and forecasts suggest the volume of NT sales is expected to increase at a more rapid pace. According to International Data Corporation, NT sales made up 13.3 percent of total server sales during the first half of 1995, compared to less than 5 percent in 1994.

RAPTOR'S EAGLE SUITE FOR WINDOWS NT

Raptor's Eagle suite of security products is the industry's first real-time, application-level firewall solution for Windows NT, offering advanced features such as access control, strong authentication, industry-standard encryption, real-time Suspicious Activity Monitor (SAM) and extensive detection, alarm and reporting capabilities. With Eagle NT, an enterprise's network security policy can be created, monitored and maintained from a single workstation.

Raptor's modular, enterprise approach for small, medium and large sites is configurable to fit many network situations. For example, Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institution, a beta site for Raptor's Windows NT-based Eagle, relies on the Internet to share information with collaborators, as well as to communicate its research findings with clients, including pharmaceutical companies and government agencies. Because the confidentiality of its research is critical, the company must ensure that the information travelling across the local network is protected.

"As a small, non-profit organization with limited information systems resources, we needed an easy-to-maintain yet powerful network security solution to accommodate our Windows-based PC network," said Rob Ruhge, computer services manager at Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institution. "With Eagle on Windows NT, we can integrate it into our operations very easily. It doesn't require a lot of resources to manage and we're confident our data communications are secure."

Raptor's Eagle NT products are based on its Five Domains of Network Security, a comprehensive approach to security that offers the flexibility to add and enhance security within the enterprise as business needs change. Eagle NT offers users Internet security (Domain 1). In addition, Raptor is developing EagleLAN NT and EagleDesk NT (Domain 2) to provide workgroup and LAN security, EagleMobile NT to secure nomadic PCs (Domain 3) and EagleRemote NT (Domain 4) to protect communications between remote offices and corporate headquarters. (Refer to the section below for availability of the suite of products.)

VPN FOR WINDOWS NT

Raptor's virtual private networking (VPN) technology offers the accessibility and security of a private leased T1 line at a fraction of the cost. VPN sets up encrypted tunnels through the Internet or corporate networks through which data can travel securely. VPN is an integral part of Domain 5 for centralized management, configuration and monitoring between all locations. VPN for Windows NT will be announced in Q1, with delivery expected in Q2. It will be offered as an add-on product to Eagle NT.

"The combination of Eagle's comprehensive security approach with the powerful processing environment of Windows NT offers customers a valuable tool for maximizing the business opportunities of information access," said Robert Steinkrauss, president and chief executive officer of Raptor Systems. "Eagle NT addresses a critical, unmet need of the marketplace today, offering customers for whom UNIX is not an option a complete, flexible and proven security solution."

AVAILABILITY AND PRICING

Raptor's Eagle NT for Internet security will be available in 30 to 60 days, with the following North American list pricing:

             Number of Users

 Eagle NT         50                    $6,500

                  200                  $11,000

               Unlimited               $15,000

NOTE: The above prices do not include VPN.

RAPTOR expects that EagleLAN NT, EagleDesk NT, EagleRemote NT and EagleMobile NT will be available in Q2 1996, along with the company's core VPN technology.

"Raptor's Eagle UNIX suite provides a very high level of protection for Internet connections, regardless of whether users are internal employees connected to workgroup LANs or third-party vendors tapping into corporate networks via laptop PCs,"  said Bruce Murphy, director of information technology security services at Coopers & Lybrand L.L.P.

Eagle NT will offer our Windows-based customers a similar flexible, proven security solution across the entire enterprise that UNIX users are benefitting from today using Raptor's Eagle family of firewall products.

Founded in 1992, Raptor Systems is a leader in integrated firewall security management software and services. Based on an application- level firewall architecture, the Eagle family comprises a suite of modular software components that provide real-time network security for Internet, workgroup, mobile computing and remote office domains within the enterprise. The Eagle family, when used individually or as part of an integrated network security management system, addresses the need for network security in large and small companies. Eagle NT runs on Windows NT Server and Workstation. Raptor's UNIX version of Eagle runs on Sun Microsystems, Hewlett-Packard and IBM workstations.

Raptor's products protect corporate databases and networks in government, pharmaceutical, utility, telecommunications, technology, manufacturing and financial services sites worldwide. Product and security information can be accessed via Raptor's World Wide Web site at http://www.raptor.com.


Rogue Wave Forms German Company
ROGUE WAVE SOFTWARE FORMS GERMAN COMPANY

Rogue Wave Software GmbH. opens office in Aschaffenburg.

CORVALLIS, OR - January 10, 1996 - Rogue Wave Software announced today the formation of a wholly-owned German subsidiary. Rogue Wave Software GmbH. will be responsible for sales and support of Rogue Wave products in Germany, Austria and Switzerland.

Company officials said Rogue Wave's sales are growing rapidly in Europe, especially in Germany.

"This a very key market for us with rapidly growing sales and huge potential" said Tom Nora, Rogue Wave vice president sales. "Doing the best job for these customers requires a German-based company that is thoroughly familiar with their requirements and can respond to them in a timely manner."

Rogue Wave Software GmbH. will be staffed with sales, administration and technical support personnel. The company's address and phone number are:

Rogue Wave Software GmbH.

Boschweg 6

D-63741 Aschaffenburg

Germany

Phone (from within U.S.): 49-6021-366-244

Rogue Wave opened U.S. offices in New York, Atlanta and Mountain View, CA, last year. The Mountain View office resulted from the company's merger with Inmark, Corporation, developer of the zAPP application framework for C++ programmers. The company has also recently completed a second round of venture capital financing for $3.5 million.

Rogue Wave Software is the world's leading supplier of class libraries and industry-standard software components for C++ programming. Founded in 1989, the company is a private U.S. corporation with approximately 160 employees, and has been profitable for 15 consecutive quarters. Rogue Wave markets its products in the U.S. and internationally through its direct sales force, distributors, VARs, and OEMs.


HP & SCO Preview Next-Generation UNIX System
HP AND SCO TO PREVIEW NEXT-GENERATION UNIX SYSTEM TECHNOLOGY AT UNIFORUM'96

UNIX leaders to launch next wave of business computing

SANTA CRUZ, CA (JANUARY 17, 1996) -- THE SANTA CRUZ OPERATION, INC. (NASDAQ:SCOC) and Hewlett-Packard Company (NYSE:HWP) today announced that they will hold an event at UniForum'96 in San Francisco, February 14-16. The event will preview the next-generation UNIX system technology the two companies are jointly developing. The companies will highlight the specifications for their forthcoming UNIX system technology, discuss their mutual development work, and provide a technology roadmap for delivering premier system software for reliable, secure cost- effective operation of enterprise-wide distributed computing environments.

Alok Mohan, president and CEO of SCO, said, "We have made a lot of progress since our September announcement at UNIX Expo in New York, hammering out the details of how we're going to deliver the next- generation UNIX system technology to our respective customers. HP really understands enterprise customers and their needs, and together we are forging an architecture and a development plan that will enable us to create a single UNIX system technology that truly serves businesses of all sizes."

Richard W. (Rich) Sevick, HP vice president and general manager of the System Technology Group, said "Over the past few months, considerable effort has been put forth in designing a cooperative plan for producing UNIX system software that will serve all levels of business, from the corner store to the global enterprise. By combining our respective strengths, SCO and HP will continue to provide leadership in UNIX."

The press, application developers, system vendors, and customers will be invited to an Industry Event, scheduled for Wednesday, February 14, at 10:30 a.m. The event will be held at the Moscone Center, Room 120 (North Hall).

In September, 1995, HP, SCO, and Novell said they would work together to create next-generation UNIX System software, a 64-bit standards based operating system with integrated Novell technology, for the upcoming HP/Intel architecture and other architectures. In December, SCO completed its acquisition of the UNIX business from Novell. Now HP and SCO are working together to develop the next-generation UNIX system technology that will meet customers' future business and inter- business computing needs.

Hewlett-Packard Company

Hewlett-Packard Company is a leading global manufacturer of computing, communications and measurement products and services recognized for excellence in quality and support. Hewlett-Packard has 102,300 employees and had revenue of $31.5 billion in its 1995 fiscal year. Information about HP and its products can be found on the World Wide Web at: http//www.hp.com.

About SCO

SCO is the world's leading supplier of UNIX server and host systems, and a leading provider of client-integration software that integrates Windows PCs and other clients with UNIX servers from all major vendors. SCO Business Critical Servers run the critical, day-to-day operations of large branch organizations in retail, finance, telecom, and government, as well as corporate departments and small to medium- sized businesses of every kind. SCO sells and supports its products through a worldwide network of distributors, resellers, systems integrators, and OEMs.


Seybold Seminars Address Critical Issues
Seybold Seminars Addresses Critical Publishing Technology Issues for Both Traditional and Electronic Media

FOSTER CITY, CA (JANUARY 17, 1996)--As press and prepress converge and new printing technologies develop, technological advances in electronic publishing, the Internet and the Web are challenging the traditional focus and nature of publishing. Never before has it been so crucial for publishing professionals to stay informed about the latest technological and market developments affecting their industry.  The 16th annual Seybold Seminars Conference and Exposition, held February 27 - March 1, 1996 (the Exposition is February 28 - March 1) at the Hynes Convention Center in Boston, Massachusetts will address the integration of present and future technologies for the publishing industry and the synergy between them.

The Conference, directed by industry leaders who are redefining technology and setting trends, will initiate evocative discussions on critical publishing issues. Kicking off the week, industry visionary, Jonathan Seybold, founder of Seybold Seminars, will moderate the Conference keynote sessions whose impressive list includes James Clark, chairman of Netscape Communications Corporation, Jerry Yang, president of Yahoo Corporation, Dr. Hunter Madsen, senior partner & director of J. Walter Thompson Interactive Enterprise, Dr. John Warnock, chairman & CEO of Adobe Systems Incorporated, Rick Smolan, president of Against All Odds Corporation, Walter Bender, associate director of Information Technology at MIT Media Laboratory and William Givens, president of ECRM who will discuss their visions and opinions on the future of the publishing industry.

Seybold Seminars is the best source for expert guidance, knowledge and vision on the future direction of publishing and the synergy between the Internet and how it relates to traditional forms of media now and in the future. "With the emergence of technological advances in such areas as electronic publishing and the Internet, and changes in traditional printing and publishing technologies, this year's Seybold Seminars Conference anticipates the market trends and developments which will affect the graphics, printing and publishing industries and its professionals," says Craig Cline, VP of Programs, Seybold Seminars. "It's imperative that we address these emerging technologies as we prepare for publishing in the 21st century."

As an adjunct to the Conference, three one-day Seminars will focus specifically on World-Wide Web Publishing, Java( & New Media and the Printer's Perspective. These one-day Seminars will explore what's next strategically, technologically and financially for today and tomorrow's printing and publishing businesses. In addition, 20 technology- intensive full and half-day Courses will help publishing professionals maximize their efficiencies in such areas as Internet services and site building techniques, tips and tricks in using Photoshop, Director, Illustrator and QuarkXPress, workflow issues, printing technologies and color management.

Seybold Seminars is the world's largest and most comprehensive event for publishing, printing and graphics professionals. Now in its 16th year, Seybold's visionary leadership and authoritative education has earned its reputation as the essential gathering showcase for printing, publishing and new media for today and tomorrow.

SOFTBANK Expos presents 21st century technology events. Its shows include NetWorld+Interop, Seybold Seminars, Windows Solutions, ComputerMania, Interactive 96, Support Services and Computer Training & Support. The events begin with the best available educational conferences which attract the brightest professionals in the technology community.

The interactive trade show floor is a professionally enriching experience for the qualified attendees who visit the exhibits of the industry's key players. The education of the audience is extended year-round with on-line events and a collection of focused newsletters.

SOFTBANK Expos, 303 Vintage Park Drive, Foster City, CA 94404

1-800-4-SBEXPOS, 415-578-6900, http://www.sbexpos.com


Virtual Classrooms Debut on Internet
"VIRTUAL CLASSROOMS" DEBUT ON INTERNET NEXT WEEK!

When the Winter term at Spectrum Virtual University begins on January 29, students and visitors to the campus on the World Wide Web will discover a whole new approach to online learning. There are more than 20 classes in categories such as Art & Creativity, World History & Future Trends, and Leisure, Home & Personal Safety. Most of the classes are new, and so are the "virtual classrooms" which resemble the real thing.

Students will be able to ask questions and participate in class discussions through interactive bulletin boards in each classroom which offer powerful message sorting and browsing options. Instructors will be able to host a "Discussion Topic of the Week" and can even participate in ongoing dialogue with students.

Weekly lessons and other study materials will be available on a "virtual library shelf" in each classroom. Students can consult a "Homework Calendar" for current assignments, and they can obtain their homework and exam grades using a virtual reality "Gradebook" feature built into each classroom.

"Web Class," the software that powers this extraordinary approach to online learning, has been in development by Spectrum Universal for six years at a cost of over $100,000. The program was originally designed for interactive learning via touch-tone telephone. Developers have spent the past 18 months porting the software to run on the World Wide Web.

With "Web Class," we can do a whole lot more than just offer boring text," said Richard De A'Morelli, chief architect of the new software and director of Spectrum Universal, a non-profit organization. Students can participate in classes from anywhere in the world and actually get involved in classroom activites on a day-to-day basis. They can participate in online discussions and other activities in a virtual environment that simulates the look and feel of a real classroom, De A'Morelli explained.

Winter classes are being offered free of charge thanks to the efforts of volunteer instructors and the sponsorship of Quarterdeck Corporation of Marina del Rey, California. Quarter- deck publishes popular memory management and Web-based software such as the award-winning Web Compass and Internet Suite.

Students pre-enrolled in Winter classes can get a glimpse of their virtual classroom at-- http://horizons.org/campus/ Those desiring a Calendar of free Winter classes can send e-mail to Calendar@Horizons.Org


Specular Sweeps Industry Awards
Specular Sweeps Industry Awards; Infini-D Wins "Triple Crown"

Amherst, MA - January 16, 1996 - Specular enjoyed a triumphant Macworld '96. Appearing at the San Francisco expo on the heels of three major releases to its highly popular applications, Specular was rewarded for its commitment to excellence by editors and readers alike. Infini-D 3.0, the latest version of Specular's flagship 3D modeling, rendering and animation package for the Macintosh" platform, reaped three major industry awards for excellence in 3D graphics: MacUser Magazine's Editor's Choice Award, Macworld Magazine's "World Class" award, and NewMedia Magazine's "Hyper" award.

Specular Infini-D was nominated in autumn of 1995 for two MacUser "Editor's Choice" Awards, in the categories of "Best New 3D Application," and "Best New Animation Application." Infini-D won its first MacUser "Eddy" award nomination in 1991, and went on to win the "Eddy" in 1992. On December 18, 1995, in a first-time ever broadcast of the MacUser awards ceremony on America On-line, Specular Infini-D 3.0 was awarded the 1995 MacUser "Editor's Choice" Award for "Best New 3D Application."

January, 1996, saw yet another Editor's Choice Award for Infini-D. NewMedia Magazine's first annual "Hyper" award was bestowed upon Infini-D, in the category of "Best 3D Software (under $1,000)." As NewMedia Magazine writes, "when a piece of software or hardware is insanely great, we think it deserves special recognition...The winners - chosen by the editorial staff of NewMedia in consultation with contributing editors and outside experts - represent the best multimedia products in terms of technical excellence and innovation."

Most recently, on January 9, 1996, Specular Infini-D 3.0 was chosen by the readers and editors of Macworld magazine to receive the "World Class" Award for "Best Modeling/Rendering Software." "What is significant about this award," says Adam Lavine, President and CEO of Specular International, "is that the nominees for the World Class Awards are chosen by the readers - people who use our products every day for their work. That they have responded to our software with such acclaim means that we have successfully responded to their request for a fast, powerful, inexpensive and easy-to-use production tool."

About Infini-D 3.1

Infini-D is an integrated 3D modeling, rendering, and animation tool for creating professional-quality 3D images and animations on the Macintosh. It incorporates a state-of-the-art spline-based modeler with superior quality rendering output and the most powerful animation feature set available in its price range. Specular's most recent upgrade to Infini-D, released December 22, 1995, incorporates full support for Apple" Computer's QuickDrawTM 3D, and QuickTime VR.

About Specular

Specular is a leading producer of 3D modeling and animation software for the Macintosh. Started in 1991 in response to the need for a fast, powerful, and easy-to-use modeling, rendering and animation application for the Macintosh platform, Specular doubled in size and revenue every year for its first four years, and has developed a suite of products that define the best that the industry has to offer. Specular's commitment is to create sophisticated, easy-to- use and affordable graphics tools for beginners and professionals alike.


SQA Client/Server Testing in Japan
SQA and Mitsubishi Corporation Sign Multi-Million Dollar Strategic Agreement to Distribute SQA's Leading Products for Testing Enterprise Client/Server Applications in Japan.

Multi-million dollar strategic alliance brings localized versions, training and support of SQA Suite to Japan; deal enhances SQA and Mitsubishi Corporation's position in the Japanese client/server market.

WOBURN, MASS. -- JANUARY 19, 1996 --SQA, INC. (NASDAQ: SQAX), the leader in automated testing of Microsoft&reg Windows&reg client/server applications, and Mitsubishi Corporation, one of Japan's leading general trading companies with 232 offices in 87 countries, today announced the signing of a comprehensive strategic alliance between the two companies.

Under the terms of the agreement, Mitsubishi Corporation will localize the 32-bit version of SQA Suite and market the Japanese version to end-users directly through its Computer Business Department, as well as through Mitsubishi Corporation's extensive network of value- added resellers. In addition to localizing the following SQA products - SQA Robot, SQA Manager, SQA LoadTest, and SQA Process - Mitsubishi Corporation will translate and deliver SQA's documentation, tutorials, and consulting and training curriculums. In return for the localization effort and a multi-million dollar royalty commitment, SQA has granted Mitsubishi Corporation exclusive marketing and distribution rights for the Japanese version of SQA Suite.

"Signing a world-class partner such as Mitsubishi Corporation is a strong endorsement of SQA's leadership position in the client/server testing market", said Ron Nordin, President and CEO of SQA. "Mitsubishi Corporation has a proven track-record of bringing 'best-of-breed' client/server solutions to the Japanese market, including Forte and Gupta. We are delighted to be working with Mitsubishi Corporation, and look forward to providing world-class testing solutions to the Japanese market."

"After a thorough investigation of the market, it became clear that SQA is the leading provider of testing solutions for enterprise-level client/server applications," said Masuyuki Annen, General Manager, Computer Business Department, Mitsubishi Corporation. "We foresee tremendous demand for the localized version of SQA Suite in Japan and look forward to our strategic relationship with SQA."

SQA Suite delivers seamlessly-integrated testing for enterprise client/server applications developed for the Windows platform. Built on an integrated, open network test repository, SQA Suite combines leading-edge client/server testing power, comprehensive management tools, and a formal methodology to set the standard for testing Windows client/server applications. Comprised of four leading-edge products from SQA - the SQA Process testing methodology; SQA Manager for test planning and defect management; SQA Robot for test script generation and execution; and SQA LoadTest for load, stress and multi-user testing - SQA Suite delivers end- to-end testing of both the client and server sides of a client/server application.

"SQA extends its worldwide leadership role in delivering enterprise client/server testing solutions," said Roger Hodskins, SQA's vice president of strategic alliances. "The combination of leading technologies and services from SQA and Mitsubishi Corporation is a milestone in our strategy to extend our global distribution and support of SQA products. The growing Japanese client/server market will benefit from this partnership by having access to and support of localized versions of SQA products."

ABOUT MITSUBISHI CORPORATION

Mitsubishi Corporation is one of Japan's leading general trading companies, with 232 offices in 87 countries, which employ approximately 14,000 people. Consolidated total assets as of March 31, 1995, stood at 9.5 trillion yen. Drawing on its considerable expertise in the fields of information, financing, investment and organization, the Company is able to offer a broad array of integrated services and undertake investments in a myriad of exciting growth areas.


Dashboard Collects Awards & Honors
DASHBOARD SHIFTS INTO HIGHER GEAR WITH A COLLECTION OF AWARDS & HONORS

WINDOWS MAGAZINE AWARDS DASHBOARD 95 A SPOT IN THE WIN 100

(Scotts Valley, CA -- January 15, 1996) -- At the beginning of 1995, Starfish Software had big plans for Dashboard. But not even Silicon Valley visionary Philippe Kahn realized just how successful the popular graphical utility would become over the course of the year.

"Dashboard has always been popular with end users who wanted a better way to organize their desktops," said Starfish Software chairman and co-founder Philippe Kahn. "Looking back over this year, we saw tremendous critical and popular success with new releases of Dashboard on both the Windows 3.x and Windows 95/NT platforms."

Dashboard 95 was recently awarded a spot in the annual Windows Top 100 (Windows Magazine, February, 1996). Dashboard 95 also earned the prestigious "Recommended Product" designation from Windows Magazine in its December 1995 issue and was listed as one of the Top 20 products of 1995 by Computer Shopper Magazine.

As a PC Computing reviewer wrote in the August 1995 issue, Dashboard offers an "unbeatable approach to usability." Infoworld wrote in its September 11, 1995 First Look that "Dashboard steers an easy drive through Windows 95."

"Our corporate mission is to deliver finely-crafted software products that help customers simplify their lives in a wired world," commented Philippe. "Dashboard delivers on that commitment, and I'm very proud of the team that has shepherded its development."

Ian Robinson, Director, Dashboard Product Management, added that "1995 was the year when Dashboard reaffirmed its position as a true software original. It maintained its tradition of innovation while continuing to set the highest standards for software quality and performance. This product line embodies the Starfish Software values -- Philippe's continuing belief in quality, speed and technology."

THE GROWING DASHBOARD PRODUCT FAMILY

During 1995, Dashboard has grown from a single product into a robust product family. Dashboard is unique among Windows utilities because it provides a common interface across all Windows platforms -- Windows 3.1, Windows NT and Windows 95. This cross-platform consistency is one of the reasons for the product's popularity and sales success, especially with corporations, Philippe says.

Over the past 10 months, Starfish Software has expanded the Dashboard product family to include:

DASHBOARD 3.0 -- the essential utility for Windows 3.X. Dashboard 3.0 shifts Windows into high gear, and provides a common user interface across all Windows platforms: Windows NT, Windows 95, and Windows 3.X.

DASHBOARD 95 -- a 32-bit version of the award-winning Windows utility that is the key to driving Windows 95 and Windows NT. Dashboard 95 gives Windows 95 and Windows NT users even better organization of their work area, instant access to frequently used applications, greater control of their work environment, and makes personal computing even easier, faster, and more fun.

DASHBOARD FOR THE WEB -- the special edition of Dashboard that lets 32-bit Web browsers organize their favorite places and bookmarks, monitor their online connections and track overall online sessions. Dashboard for the Web works with popular Internet browsers such as Netscape Navigator, Microsoft Internet Explorer and Spry Enhanced Mosaic. Currently in beta test, early pre-release versions of Dashboard for the Web were made available on the Starfish Software World Wide Web site (www.starfishsoftware.com) resulting in thousands of customer downloads and valuable feedback. Due to this successful program, Starfish will be posting the next beta on its site in mid-February.

DASHBOARD SOFTWARE DEVELOPER'S KIT (SDK) -- an application programming interface (API) with sample C/C++ and Delphi 32 source code. The Dashboard SDK allows developers to create Dashboard Loadable Modules (DLMs) that can be integrated into Dashboard 95. The SDK will be available on the Starfish Software web site in the first quarter of 1996.

Dashboard is also a key component of Sidekick Deluxe and Sidekick 95 Deluxe, CD-ROMs that include complete versions of Sidekick and Dashboard as well as useful content files and multimedia tutorials on getting better organized.

ABOUT STARFISH SOFTWARE

With four consecutive quarters of growth, a half-dozen top-rated shipping products and an early leadership position as one of the Top 5 vendors of Windows 95 applications software, Starfish Software is one of the software industry's success stories. The fast-growing company was founded in 1994 by Sonia Lee, a well-known Silicon Valley graphical user interface designer and artist, and Philippe Kahn, one of the software industry's best-known pioneers. Privately funded, Starfish Software has achieved an active customer base of over one million since launching its first product, the best-selling Sidekick for Windows, less than one year ago, and earned a dominant market share in the U.S. and Japanese markets for personal information managers.

Starfish Software is currently shipping six products which help customers simplify their lives in a wired world; two additional products have been announced for shipment in the first half of 1996. Current products include Sidekick 95, Dashboard 95, Sidekick 95 Deluxe, Sidekick 2.0 for Windows, Dashboard 3.0 for Windows, and Sidekick Deluxe. The Dashboard Software Developer's Kit and Dashboard for the Web are currently in beta test, for release in the first quarter of 1996. Starfish has also announced plans for group scheduling Sidekick applets for Java-enabled Web browsers such as Sun's HotJava (SUN MICROSYSTEMS - SUNW), Netscape's Navigator (NETSCAPE COMMUNICATIONS - NSCP), and Microsoft Internet Explorer (MICROSOFT - MSFT).

CONTACTING STARFISH SOFTWARE

Starfish Software is located at 1700 Green Hills Road, Scotts Valley, CA, 95066. To order products from Starfish Software, call 1-800- 765-7839. Online, visit Starfish Software on the Internet at www.starfishsoftware.com, or visit the Starfish Software forums on leading commercial services (America Online: Keyword Starfish; CompuServe: Go Starfish; Microsoft Network: Go Word Starfish).


Tadpole 166MHz Pentium Notebook Computer
Tadpole Technology Announces Industry's First 166MHz Pentium Processor-based Notebook Computer

TADPOLE P1700 OFFERS THE INDUSTRY'S HIGHEST LEVEL OF PROCESSING POWER FOR PERFORMANCE-CRITICAL APPLICATIONS

AUSTIN, Texas, January 15, 1996 -- Tadpole Technology Inc., the leader in workstation-class notebook computing, today announced the Tadpole P1700, the industry's first 166MHz Pentium notebook PC and the world's most powerful portable PC product. The P1700 is the latest member of the Tadpole P1000 Series of Pentium-based notebook workstations and is targeted at workstation class applications including CAD, simulation and modeling.

The Tadpole P1700 provides the highest level of processing performance (166MHz Pentium) and memory capacity (up to 128MB) in an Intel notebook today. This increase in performance enables users to carry out compute- intensive tasks, previously only possible using desktop computers, while in a mobile environment.

"With the introduction of the Tadpole P1700, we continue to offer the highest levels of performance in the notebook sector. These workstation-class systems open new applications in mobile computing for high-end users who have traditionally been constrained by desktop solutions," said George Grey, chief executive officer, Tadpole Technology. "With integration support for high-end operating systems such as Windows NT, Solaris x86, OS/2 and NeXTSTEP, these products provide a true mobile alternative to desktop workstation PCs."

The Tadpole P1700 is designed to meet the rigorous demands of engineering and commercial PC users in fields such as financial services, mechanical CAD, technical training, advanced database search and retrieval and multimedia. It is particularly ideal for PC video applications, fleet management (GPS), GIS, portable video conferencing, telecommunications, equipment test and maintenance and graphical presentations.

Based on Intel's new 3.3 Volt Pentium 166MHz processor, the Tadpole P1700 features 8MB-128MB of user upgradable random access memory (RAM), 256K secondary write back cache, a 64-bit memory interface, removable 2.5" SCSI-2 disk storage up to 1.2GB and high-bandwidth PCI local bus. The system's 10.4-inch high-resolution internal 800x600 pixel TFT display supports 256 colors simultaneously from a choice of 262,144. External display support for up to 1024 x 768 in 256 colors from 256K is also standard.

The Tadpole P1700 is offered with Windows 95 or Windows for Workgroups 3.11 preloaded. Other operating systems that run on the Tadpole P1000 Series include Windows NT, OS/2 Warp, OS/2 Warp Connect, NeXTSTEP, Solaris x86 and Linux. Installation directions can be found on Tadpole's World Wide Web site: http://www.tadpole.com.

The Tadpole P1700 has direct I/O ports for external mouse, external video, parallel port, floppy disk drive and headphones. A mini-docking station option uses a 260-pin expansion connector to provide all the direct I/O ports and additional interfaces for SCSI, stereo audio I/O, external keyboard and a serial port. A full docking station option (Tadpole P1000 Series) offers a range of desktop computing functionality, including multiple mass storage options, network connectivity and add-in card expandability.

The system includes a PCMCIA slot supporting one Type III or two Type I or II PCMCIA cards; integrated pointing stick with three button mechanism; an external 3.5" floppy disk drive; and an internal NiMH (Nickel Metal Hydride) battery. An external removable hard disk drive up to 1.2GB and an external NiCD (Nickel Cadmium) battery pack are available as options.

The system provides up to 1.5 hours typical operating time with the internal NiMH battery pack and up to 6 hours continuous operating time using the optional NiCD clip-on battery pack. Measuring 11.8" x 8.5" x 2.0", the magnesium alloy-cased Tadpole P1700 weighs just 7.5 pounds with the internal battery installed.

The Tadpole P1700 continues Tadpole's policy of providing an upgrade strategy for purchasers of Tadpole P1000 Series notebooks. This strategy allows users to easily and cost-effectively upgrade their P1000 Series product, preserving the investment made in these high- end workstation-class notebooks. The Tadpole P1000 and P1300 products may be upgraded to the P1700, and disk and RAM upgrades are also available.

Pricing & Availability

The Tadpole P1700 is available in January through the company's multi- channel sales force and headquarters sales operation in North America (1-800-232-6656), the UK and France, and resellers and distributors throughout Europe and Asia. Suggested list price for systems configured with 8MB DRAM and a 340MB hard drive, 800x600 10.4" active matrix TFT display and bundled with Microsoft's Windows 95 or Windows for Workgroups 3.11 and DOS 6.22, Phoenix BIOS with Plug & Play, the external floppy disk drive, internal NiMH battery and a leather carrying case starts at $6,995. A 166MHz upgrade is available to existing P1000 Series users for $1,750.

Tadpole Technology designs and manufactures workstation-class portable computer systems, board-level and software products for OEMs and end-users. Established in 1984 and publicly traded on the London Stock Exchange, Tadpole is headquartered in Cambridge, England. U.S. headquarters are in Austin, Texas, with sales offices and authorized resellers throughout the U.S., Europe and Asia/Pacific Rim.


Pacific Bell Benefits from Thomas Bros. Maps
PACIFIC BELL TO BENEFIT FROM THOMAS BROS. MAPS' 80 YEARS EXPERIENCE

January 9, 1996 -- IRVINE, Calif. -- Thomas Bros. Maps and Pacific Bell have signed a contract that grants Pacific Bell a corporate license of Thomas Bros. Maps' California data.

"Pacific Bell will be able to focus its resources on delivering new and improved telecommunications services and rely on Thomas Bros. Maps to provide state-of-the-art mapping information," said Glen Jansma, vice president of business development, Thomas Bros. Maps.

With an 80-year history of quality map making, Thomas Bros. Maps is the West Coast's largest map company and a long-standing leader in its field. With its corporate license, Pacific Bell can now utilize the vast range of Thomas Bros. Maps' digital mapping innovations and Geographic Information System (GIS) database for planning, operations and information analysis.

"By tapping into this rich resource, Pacific Bell will be able to implement a uniform database system of geographic information within all elements of the company," said Jansma. "With the potential applications covering a wide spectrum of possibilities, we're very optimistic about the integration of Thomas Bros. Maps' computerized data into the expanded consumer and business services of Pacific Bell."

Thomas Bros. Maps' new association with Pacific Bell is the latest in a series of licensing contracts the company has entered since it began marketing digital mapping products and services in 1991. Southern California regional organizations and municipalities that have taken advantage of Thomas Bros. Maps' mapping technology include: Southern California Edison; San Diego Gas and Electric; The County of Los Angeles; Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transit Authority and Orange County Transit Authority; Metropolitan Water District of Southern California; Orange County Sheriff's Department; California Highway Patrol; Caltrans; Los Angeles Unified School District; Santa Monica Mountains Recreation Area; and the cities of Los Angeles, Burbank and Glendale.

Thomas Bros. Maps currently produces Thomas Guides, GeoFinder software and other map products for 58 counties in California, as well as major metropolitan areas in Oregon, Washington and Arizona. For additional information, call Thomas Bros. Maps toll-free (800) 899-MAPS.


IEEE 1394 Serial Bus in TI Notebooks
Texas Instruments Mobile Computing Business Supports 1394 High Performance Serial Bus

The 1394 Serial Bus Ideal to Support Both PC Peripherals and Consumer Electronic Devices

DALLAS, TX -- January 9, 1996 -- Texas Instruments Mobile Computing business today announced support for use in its notebook computers and docking systems the IEEE 1394 High Performance Serial Bus. TI remains a leading supporter for the 1394 standard having been the first company to develop, announce, and demonstrate a semiconductor chip set solution to support 1394. Texas Instruments is working with Apple Computer, Compaq Computer, Digital Equipment Corporation, IBM PC Company, Microsoft, National Semiconductor, Sony, along with other companies to promote the aggressive development and deployment of 1394 as the high speed serial bus featured in all personal computers. With the participation of these leading personal computer manufacturers, the 1394 High Performance Serial Bus is the ideal multi-platform personal computer bus bridge for traditional PC peripherals as well as the new emerging digital audio/video consumer devices.

The 1394 bus provides users a simple, reliable, and foolproof way to connect personal computers to traditional peripherals such as hard disk drives, printers, CD-ROMs, and scanners, as well as various digital consumer electronic products such as digital cameras, camcorders, VCRs, high definition TVs, and stereo systems. The high speed capability of the 1394 bus allows users to view full motion video and audio while at the same time communicating with other computers and peripheral devices. The 1394 bus brings a standardized way to communicate with consumer video and audio electronics, thus allowing users to control all equipment with one simple interface. With this merging of personal computer and consumer devices, users will be able to create and edit both audio and video material in one easily connected system of personal computers and various consumer equipment.

The 1394 bus employs a scaleable architecture with current data transfer rates up to 400 megabits per second, and work is underway to define specifications of multi-gigabit per second transfer rates. Thus, using the currently defined 6 pin plug, the same connection can be used for both low and high speed connections providing a single, easy to make "Plug and Play" connection across the home, office, and industry today and in the future. In addition, the 1394 bus has the advantage of carrying both the signal and the power source to most products. Therefore, connections are made using one simple 6 pin plug with no additional wire connections required.

"Texas Instruments long list of award winning notebook computers is a result of using technology to provide the customer with additional functionality which has real value," said Dave Richardson, Senior VP and Manager of TI's Mobile Computing and Office Solutions business. "Being the first major manufacturer to introduce PCI bus architecture in its notebooks and having introduced a chip set to link 1394 to a PCI bus, Texas Instruments intends to maintain its leadership position by supporting 1394 and providing the bandwidth users will need when integrating video and sound applications into their notebook computers."

"The IEEE 1394 bus interface simply provides users with tremendous convenience, ease of use, flexibility and value. The speed and 63 isochronous channels are available to support full motion video and sound. The convenience is there to connect PC peripherals, consumer electronics devices, and even to make computer-to-computer connections. The ease of use is provided by a single plug that carries both signal data and a power source and allows hot docking and plug and play. Thus, for low power devices, the user simply connects one plug with no need to plug into the AC power supply. With its low cost, 1394 is the ideal high speed serial bus to support the emerging digital video and audio PC applications. The 1394 bus's inherent scaleability ensures we have a path for high speed data connection that lives on in the future. We are looking forward to video and audio products of the future which demand unparalleled bandwidth while at the same time providing the customer unheard of ease of connection," Richardson concluded.

Texas Instruments Semiconductor Group and Personal Productivity Products business also play a highly active role in the 1394 Trade Association. This Association comprises a mix of prominent personal computer as well as the leading consumer electronic manufacturers. Adopting the byline, "The Multimedia Connection," the 1394 Trade Association plans to use the 1394 bus as a natural bridge between their respective products and provide users with a common, simple, reliable, and low cost means of connecting a wide variety of digital products in the home and office.

"IEEE 1394 provides the bandwidth to connect PCs to multimedia and consumer electronic appliances like digital cameras and digital VCRs, " said Carl Stork, Director of Windows Platforms at Microsoft. "We are pleased that TI is taking a leadership role in making 1394 available to mobile computer users."


Enhancement to TI Extensa Notebook Family
Texas Instruments Announces Enhancement To Extensa Family Of Notebook Computers

DALLAS (Jan. 8, 1996) -- To enhance its popular line of notebooks aimed at the small office/home office marketplace, Texas Instruments today announced upgrades to the Extensa(TM) family of notebook computers. The upgrades, which include hard disk drive expansions and the addition of quad speed CD ROMs, will make affordable, portable computing even more powerful for home office, small business users and in corporate applications. The TFT models are especially well-suited for these markets. All new models shipped on Jan. 5, 1996.

"The Extensa family has been very popular with both the small office and home office markets," stated Steve Lair, vice president, worldwide marketing and sales TI's Personal Productivity Products. "TI has entered the SOHO market to stay, and offering a product with increased capacity and functionality shows our dedication to pleasing our customers. With this upgrade, we offer a more powerful multimedia machine to all users and we continue our expansion of a notebook line that meets the needs of the SOHO market."

The Extensa family continues to deliver TI performance, quality and versatility at prices that are competitive and affordable. Every aspect of the Extensa notebooks reflects TI's legendary technology and quality; the larger hard disk drives and quad speed CD ROMs give customers the industry standard for high-end computing. The modular floppy disk drive is interchangeable with an optional lithium ion battery. A CD-ROM module is optional on the Model 550.

The Extensa 560 models meet a wide range of users' needs with a 75MHz Pentium processor, PCI bus architecture and 256KB Level 2 (L2) cache to provide all the performance required to take advantage of the preinstalled Windows(R) 95 in a small footprint weighing only 6.2 pounds.

EXTENSA MODEL 550: THE POWER OF A PENTIUM PROCESSOR FOR THE PRICE OF A 486 SYSTEM

The Extensa 550 notebook computer gives users the power of a 75MHz Pentium processor for the price of many competitors' 486 notebooks. The Extensa Model 550 delivers extraordinary performance that includes PCI bus and 256KB L2 cache to optimize the power of the Pentium processor and take full advantage of Windows 95 multitasking and plug-and-play capabilities.

The Model 550 has 10.4-inch dual scan display, 8MB of RAM (expandable to 40MB), a removable 524MB hard disk drive and floppy drive, and weighs 6.2 pounds. The notebook offers exceptional connectivity capabilities, a Type III PCMCIA slot as well as interfaces for parallel, serial, PS/2(R), VGA, Serial Infrared and an expansion interface.

EXTENSA MODEL 560CD AND 560CDT: MULTIMEDIA POWERHOUSES

The Extensa models 560CD/560CDT include a modular quad speed CD- ROM disk drive that is interchangeable with the floppy disk drive to give users convenient and flexible multimedia capabilities. The Model 560CD now has a 810MB HDD and a 10.4-inch dual scan display. The Model 560CDT now features a 1.2 gigabyte HDD and provides a 10.4-inch TFT color display. Like the Extensa 550, these models include 8MB of RAM memory (expandable to 40MB) and outstanding connectivity features.

Multimedia-equipped for unforgettable presentations, the Extensa 560CD/CDT includes industry standard 16-bit Sound Blaster Pro(TM) compatible stereo sound and is .WAV and MIDI capable to play files using FM synthesis to fully support all business and entertainment programs. In addition, audio record and play back is possible via an internal microphone and speaker. External line-in, speaker and microphone ports are also standard equipment on the full-featured notebook computer.

"Key applications which will enable increased productivity for customers using the Extensa 560CDT notebook computers include accessing extensive company product catalogs with video demonstrations, previewing upcoming television commercials and movie trailers, presenting video profiles, and many other applications which demand access to information libraries," commented Lair.

The Extensa family was introduced in September of 1995, and sports new contemporary styling. It is available in several models with variations in hard disk drives, battery technology, RAM capacity and choice of dual scan or TFT color display. The new Extensa models are available now. Street prices begin at $3,299 for the 560CD and $3,999 for the 560CDT.

SPECIFICATIONS OF NEW EXTENSA 550 AND 560 MODELS

                        Model 550               Model 560CD/560CDT

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Processor               Pentium                 Pentium

CPU Speed               75MHz                   75MHz

Storage                 524MB HDD               810 MB HDD/1.2 GB HDD

                        Modular FDD             Modular FDD

                                                Modular CD-ROM (4x)

Standard RAM            8MB                     8MB

Maximum RAM             40MB                    40MB

Display                 10.4 inch dual scan     10.4 inch dual scan

                                                (560CD)

                                                10.4 inch TFT (560CDT)

Pointing Device         Touchpad                Touchpad

Battery                 NiMH (optional Li-ion   NiMH (optional Li-ion

                        available through FDD)  available through FDD)

Weight                  6.2 lbs.                6.4 lbs.

Est. Prices             $2,499                $3,299 (560CD dual scan)

                                              $3,999 (560CDT TFT)

The modular FDD is interchangeable with an optional lithium ion battery on all models.


TriTeal & Spyglass Server License Agreement
TriTeal and Spyglass Announce Multi-million Dollar Server License Agreement

Defines Web Infrastructure for the Enterprise Market

January 16, 1996 -- Carlsbad, CA -- TriTeal Corporation and Spyglass Inc. (NASDAQ: SPYG) today announced a licensing agreement valued in excess of $2 million in which TriTeal will adopt Spyglass' server technology as the basis for TEDserver, TriTeal's enterprise server product. TriTeal will be the first company to provide a supported, commercial version of the Spyglass server technology, part of the Spyglass Software Development Kit, announced in a related release today.

The first implementation of this product, called TEDserver Early Release, is available immediately. Price per server is US $199, which includes one year of technical support.

TriTeal has already integrated Spyglass' client technology into the TriTeal Enterprise Desktop (TED), TriTeal's flagship product and the only X/Open branded, multi-platform implementation of the Common Desktop Environment (CDE) specification.

Marc Miller, Spyglass executive VP of marketing, explained that the partnership with TriTeal is highly synergistic. "TriTeal is a leader in the open systems enterprise computing market. They have already demonstrated, with our client technology, their ability to integrate open software and provide products on multiple platforms to the enterprise customer."

"Our enterprise customers work in a multi-platform, mission-critical environment," said Rand Schulman, TriTeal executive VP of marketing. "They're asking for Intranet technology that's open, homogenous across the enterprise, and integrated with their desktop technology. They also need products that embrace legacy applications as well as true client/server technology. That's exactly what our intranet plan delivers."

TriTeal is committed to enterprise open systems, and through its technical membership in X/Open, intends to submit the server APIs to X/Open for consideration as an X/Open standard and as the basis for a future X/Open brand.

"From day one TriTeal has been a strong supporter of X/Open and Open Systems," said Mike Lambert, Chief Technical Officer at X/Open Company Ltd. "I welcome this further declaration of openness and look forward to their submission of high value Web server interfaces, one of X/Open's key areas of focus for 1996. The X/Open brand is the only true user guarantee of conformance to Open Systems."

TriTeal's Intranet Plans

TriTeal today also announced a suite of products that deliver a fully integrated, comprehensive client/server Web solution for the commercial and government enterprise market. These include an integrated browser, personal Web server, enterprise server, Web-aware applications, and data-level security.

TriTeal's browser, TEDVISION, is fully integrated with TED, providing drag-and-drop integration with other applications and ease- of-use not found in other stand-alone browsers. For example, a URL can be dragged to the mail application as an attachment, and the message recipient can drop the attachment to TEDVISION for quick navigation to that URL. "We give our customers the ability to stay in one navigation paradigm for both local and remote file systems, " said Jon Werner, TriTeal's TED product manager. TEDVISION ships with TED 4.0, with a current install base throughout the Global 1000 enterprise market.

TriTeal will use Spyglass' server technology as the basis for its personal and enterprise Web server products. The personal Web server allows any user/workstation to act as an intranet Web server. Schulman explained: "For instance, a marketing person can easily publish (serve) marketing materials for the entire company on their own computer, and update them at any time." With Intranets on the rise, the client/server attributes of a personal server provide a low cost-per-user solution to distributing and managing information. The personal Web server and associated management tools will be integrated and bundled with TED 4.1, scheduled for release in mid 1996.

TriTeal's enterprise Web server, TEDserver, will include a variety of enhancements to the Spyglass server code, including system administration features such as configuration management, and personal publishing features. TEDserver and TriTeal's personal server will also include data-level security capabilities in future releases.

Maximizing the client/server architecture of TEDvision and TEDserver, TriTeal plans include Web-aware applications. These desktop applications (such as an integrated calendar, personal information manager and customer database), are already bundled with TED, and are being re- designed to use the Web toolkit. Instead of bloating the browse with additional functionality, TriTeal is making TED's desktop services Web "smart." Applications will know where their data resides, whether on a local workstation or elsewhere on the network. By separating the data from a particular workstation, data can be easily maintained and automatically distributed on demand via the Web architecture.

Using the Intranet and Internet paradigm, Web-aware applications provide a host of benefits: greater flexibility for distributing data, cohesive group computing, and minimized data redundancy. Initially, this technology will apply to applications that contain data which is used by both the individual and the organization, such as calendars, address books, and corporate information (e.g. HR policy, marketing materials, medical forms).

TriTeal Corporation

TriTeal Corporation, headquartered in Carlsbad, California, is a leading software developer and supplier of products for the enterprise desktop marketplace. TriTeal products include a complete family of workstation-based solutions for resellers in the financial services, insurance, telecommunications, health care, oil and gas, government, and aerospace industries. TriTeal products and core computing technologies include graphical user environments and distributed computing solutions.

Spyglass Corporation

Spyglass Inc. (NASDAQ: SPYG) licenses World-Wide Web client and server technologies. The company's principal product, Spyglass Mosaic, is client technology for accessing the World-Wide Web. The Spyglass Server is software that manages information flow between Web clients and Web sites. Spyglass technology is currently licensed by 45 customers, including AT&T, Digital Equipment Corp., TriTeal Corporation, IBM, Microsoft and Oracle. Customers embed Spyglass technology in over 120 Internet-based products and services which include connectivity packages, database solutions, on-line services and a variety of end- user desktop applications.


Virtus Ships Voyager 1.0 3D Mac Web Browser
Virtus Ships Voyager 1.0: Industry's First 3-D Mac Browser

Virtus Provides Complete Mac VRML Viewing and Building Solutions

MACWORLD EXPO - JANUARY 9, 1996 - Virtus Corporation today announced the availability of Virtus Voyager 1.0, the industry's first 68K and Power Macintosh Virtual Reality Modeling Language (VRML) browser. Virtus is now the only provider of 3-D Internet viewing and building solutions for the Macintosh platform, as it adds this browser to its suite of VRML authoring tools. These products will be demonstrated in the Virtus booth #3577 at Macworld Expo this week.

"Our focus is on the end user who views and builds 3-D Internet solutions on the traditional desktop computer," said David Smith, CEO and founder of Virtus Corporation. "Adding Virtus Voyager to our existing line of easy-to-use 3-D authoring tools for the desktop enables the average Web builder to view, build and navigate 3-D Internet content in real-time."

Virtus Voyager enables users to view VRML sites that have been constructed using Virtus' 3-D world builder, Virtus WalkThrough Pro or any other 3-D modeling package that supports VRML export. Virtus Voyager can be configured as a helper application with Hypertext Modeling Language (HTML) browsers including Netscape NavigatorPro and Oracle PowerBrowser; future development includes plug-in support for HTML browsers that accept plug-ins. This browser also employs in-line graphics, via URLs, to provide accurate updates; provides Level of Detail (LOD) control for efficient navigation; and supports all major Internet texture standards, including Graphic Interchange Format (GIF) and Joint Photographic Experts Group (JPEG.)

Virtus Voyager is downloadable free of charge from the Virtus home page (http://www.virtus.com) and many other sites on the World Wide Web. Virtus Voyager is compatible with any color Macintosh running System 7.0.1 or higher. Voyager for Windows, along with other product enhancements, will ship late first quarter.

Virtus Corporation, the only provider of complete Internet viewing and building solutions for the Macintosh, is the leading developer of desktop three-dimensional authoring tools for the Internet. Virtus, founded in 1990 and based in Cary, NC, has been the recipient of numerous industry awards including two MacUser's Editors' Choice Awards. The company is privately held and has formed strategic alliances with Motorola, Inc. and Simon & Schuster Interactive. Its board of directors includes noted author, Tom Clancy; screen writer, Michael Backes; and Professor of Computer Science at UNC-Chapel Hill, Dr. Frederick Brooks.


Toys R Us Opens Web Site
TRU Announces New World Wide Web Site

Toys "R" Us has announced the opening of an interactive World Wide Web site on the Internet that will enable consumers to learn more about the retail chain.

Toys "R" On-Line, which is located at http://www.tru.com, is an interactive service that offers an extensive menu of user options and icons for both children and adults, according the the company. In addition, visitors can find a number of sales promotion incentives and money-saving offers. Services provided at the site include Play It Smart, which highlights the company's multimedia products, and A Star Is Born, the company's new baby registry.


Blenheim Group 1996 Trade Show Schedule
BLENHEIM GROUP USA, INC.

1996 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY TRADE SHOW SCHEDULE

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February 13-15, 1996. Networks Expo Boston (Eighth Annual);

Mactivity: The Macintosh Connectivity Conference;

John B. Hynes Convention Center; Boston, Massachusetts.

Description: Networks Expo Boston will offer attendees the latest networking products and services, showcased by hundreds of the major players in the rapidly growing communications and networking industry. Attendees will have an opportunity to evaluate new products for all of the major network operating systems, including: NetWare, Windows NT, OS/2 WARP, VINES and AppleShare. For the first time, Networks Expo Boston will run concurrently with Mactivity: The Macintosh Connectivity Conference. Networks Expo features live product demonstrations and hands-on access to computer networking applications, including: the Internet, computer telephony, and telecommuting. The show's conference program focuses on network management, messaging, ATM, NetWare solutions; plus a wide array of networking applications will be demonstrated in the Network Professional Association (NPA) Hands-On Labs. The nation's oldest and largest user group, the Boston Computer Society, will present complimentary sessions covering small office/home office (SOHO) and networking topics, as well as sessions exploring Visual Basic and client/server development topics.

April 16-18, 1996. DB/EXPO San Francisco (Eighth Annual);

Moscone Convention Center; San Francisco, California.

Description: DB/EXPO'96 San Francisco is the leading database, client/server and data warehousing exposition and conference. DB/EXPO will encompass a vast array of new computer and software systems -- from desktop computing to the Internet to massively parallel processing systems, as well as client/server, relational and object database technology, LAN-based development tools and repositories. The show will feature a powerful keynote program with influential visionaries who are shaping the future of database technology as well as a week-long; information-filled conference program, presented by more than 250 industry experts. DB/EXPO will feature more than 200 exhibitors. Highlights of the show will include: a variety of technology pavilions, The Annual RealWare Awards and several important user group events.

June 18-20, 1996. PC EXPO in New York (Fourteenth Annual);

Jacob K. Javits Convention Center; New York, New York.

Description: PC EXPO will explore every dimension of computing technology, and feature the top names in the computer industry displaying the latest computer products and services to more than 130,000 expected attendees. Hundreds of exhibitors make new product announcements and forge strategic alliances at PC EXPO in New York. The pavilions at PC EXPO in New York showcase the most dynamic areas of the computer industry -- mobile office and wireless communications, the Internet, small office/home office (SOHO), ISDN, multimedia, Windows, fax messaging, CD-ROM business solutions, and networking. PC EXPO has reengineered its educational program for 1996, with more than 40 seminars and six workshops divided into four conferences -- desktop, networking, emerging technologies, and management.

June 18-20, 1996. FinEXPO (First Annual);

Jacob. K. Javits Convention Center; New York, New York.

Description: A new exposition targeted exclusively at financial and information technology professionals will debut in New York. More than 100 exhibitors are expected including system vendors, solution suppliers and service providers. FinEXPO will feature a full conference program with an expansive line-up of the most pressing issues and technologies that address how new financial strategies are implemented.

September 10-12, 1996. HRMS/EXPO (Fourth Annual);

Dallas Convention Center; Dallas, Texas.

Description: HRMS/EXPO is the most comprehensive human resources information technology conference and exposition designed exclusively for information system professionals, HRMS & HRIS administrators, financial managers, benefit managers, and HR executives. Many of the more than 100 leading-edge exhibitors who are expected to attend, include: mainframe, mid-range, and PC software vendors, HRMS consultants, service bureaus, and systems integrators. The show will feature a full conference program consisting of in-depth user case studies describing the latest in HRMS technology.

September 24-26, 1996. PC EXPO in Chicago (Eleventh Annual);

McCormick Place; Chicago, Illinois.

Description: PC EXPO in Chicago is the premier computer event in the Midwest where the latest technology in corporate computing is showcased for CIOs, MIS/IT executives, network managers multimedia specialists, corporate volume buyers and consultants. PC EXPO in Chicago will feature the latest computer products and services, including: mobile computing, networking, the Internet, graphical user interface (GUI) applications, client/server and multimedia technologies. This year, the PC EXPO Corporate Education and Training Program -- renowned for its comprehensive conference sessions -- will offer more than 40 seminars covering topics responsive to the issues and trends affecting Midwestern computer professionals.

September 24-26, 1996. FinEXPO (First Annual);

McCormick Place; Chicago, Illinois

Description: A new exposition targeted exclusively at financial and information technology professionals. More than 100 exhibitors are expected including system vendors, solution suppliers and service providers. FinEXPO will feature a full conference program with an expansive line-up of the most pressing issues and technologies that address how new financial strategies are implemented.

September 24 26, 1996.

Web.X, The Internet Event for Business (First Annual)

McCormick Place; Chicago, Illinois

Description: Blenheim introduces an exposition and conference that will explore the World Wide Web and Internet business solutions. The show will feature the Hands-On Internet Theater, showcasing the latest tools from Internet service providers and other innovative technology companies. The show will also boast a comprehensive conference program. According to a recent study conducted by CommerceNet and Nielsen Media Research, there are more than 24 million Internet users in the U.S. and Canada.

October 8-10, 1996. UNIX EXPO (Thirteenth Annual)

Jacob K. Javits Convention Center; New York, New York.

Description: UNIX EXPO is the leading show for Open Systems technology expanding into all facets of enterprise computing, including Windows NT and client/server computing. The event features all aspects of UNIX/Open Systems, including computer hardware, software, development tools, object-oriented technologies, and interoperability solutions to an exclusive audience including corporate end-users, resellers and systems integrators. This year's exposition expands its focus on the link between UNIX and enterprise computing, including the corporate world's increasing use of UNIX as a platform for achieving Open Systems, and the use of UNIX within cross-platform computing environments. UNIX EXPO will also feature the Internet Village, Windows NT Integration Pavilion and user group events. In addition to the UNIX EXPO conference program, this comprehensive enterprise computing event will introduce a new, expanded Internet Conference and Windows NT Conference.

October 29-31, 1996. Networks Expo Dallas (Eleventh Annual);

WINDOWS WORLD (Third Annual), Dallas Convention Center; Dallas, Texas.

Description: Networks Expo Dallas '96 is the leading networking and interoperability event focusing on practical business solutions for every computer network operating system. The show is expected to boast hundreds of exhibitors, live product demonstrations, major new product announcements and a full educational program focusing on network management, interoperability, the Internet, TCP/IP connectivity, client/server applications and enterprise networking. Other highlights will include "hands-on" solutions-oriented exhibits such as the Internet Theater (with a guided tour of the Internet), and pavilions showcasing NetWare Solutions, Help Desk, and Wireless and Messaging products and services.. The Network Professional Association (NPA) Hands-On Labs will provide attendees with practical instruction in specific networking areas. The show will run concurrently with WINDOWS WORLD, produced by Softbank/Comdex in cooperation with Microsoft Corporation. WINDOWS WORLD is a platform for Windows products and technologies and features new products, technology management, network computing, multimedia, software developer strategies, and Windows technical support.

December 10-12, 1996. DB/EXPO New York (Third Annual);

Jacob K. Javits Convention Center; New York, New York.

Description: DB/EXPO '96 New York, a database, client/server and data warehousing" exposition and conference, will provide an intensive learning environment focusing on these technologies. Attracting thousands of IT professionals, developers, and corporate executives and purchasers, DB/EXPO will feature a five-day information-filled conference which will deliver timely topics, expert speakers and unique, hands-on workshops. DB/EXPO will encompass a vast array of new computer and software systems -- from desktop computing to the Internet to massively parallel processing systems, as well as client/server, relational and object database technology, LAN-based development tools, and repositories. The conference will feature sessions on object technology, data warehousing, distributed systems, graphical user interfaces, and other important topics.

* For information on the shows produced by Blenheim Group USA, please contact Annie Scully (ext. 145), or Mark Haviland (ext. 152), by calling (800) 829-3976 or (201) 346-1400. Requests tor Information can also be faxed to (201) 346-1532. Visit Blenheim's IT home page -- ShowNet 365 -- for current show Information, at URL address: http://www.shownet.com. E-mall addresses are ascully@blenheim.com or mhavilan@blenhelm.com.

* For more information on the DB/EXPO, FinEXPO, and HRMS/EXPO shows, contact Jill Reynolds at Blenheim NDN, (800) 232-3976 or (415) 966-8440.

* For information on Blenheim's International Information Technology Shows including IT EXPO -- Database Expo, Software Development, Systems, and Networks UK, Sweden and Danmark, contact Lisa Abad, (800) 321-3269 or (201) 346-2050.

Blenheim Group USA

Fort Lee Executive Park, One Executive Dr, Fort Lee, NJ 07024

800-829-3976,  201-346-1400,  Fax: 201-346-1532


HealthGate WWW Medical Info System
HealthGate Data Corp. Unveils HealthGate

The First World Wide Web Medical Information System For Consumers

World Wide Web Users Can Research Medical Diagnoses, Illnesses, and Treatments -- http://www.healthgate.com

BOSTON, MA - HealthGate Data Corp. today launched the first World Wide Web information system that provides consumers with global access to biomedical, healthcare, and wellness databases, journals, textbooks, and related resources. Unique to the World Wide Web, HealthGate offers immediate entry to a collection of 11 databases such as: MEDLINE, a leading provider of medical and healthcare information; AIDSLINE, a comprehensive catalogue of AIDS related articles and research; CANCERLIT, a comprehensive database of cancer related journals, government reports and monographs; and MDX Health Digest, containing references to consumer health articles from over 200 publications. Unlike other on-line services, HealthGate users can access MDX Health Digest for $0.25 per reference, other on-line services charge as much as $2.00 per reference.

Users can browse any of the databases contained in the HealthGate Medical Library's basic services and information found in Patient and Consumer Health Information free of charge, from HealthGate's Web Site: http://www.healthgate.com. Together, the Medical Library and the Patient and Consumer Health Information modules constitute the World Wide Web's most extensive and robust healthcare and biomedical researching device.

"HealthGate's primary objective is to facilitate improvements in patient education and care, biomedical research, and medical education by bringing medical information to our subscribers in an approachable and affordable manner," said William Reece, CEO of HealthGate Data Corp. "Our service offers a range of information to all levels of medical understanding.

Until today, medical databases and journals have been virtually inaccessible to the general public for their personal research; HealthGate provides the public with immediate easy access to these resources through our web site."

Comprehensive Sources of Information:

A number of databases are available through HealthGate, each providing users access to specific research. HealthGate is the first on-line service to provide access to Well-Connected Consumer Health Reports, current information from 56 different reports for healthcare consumers on specific common health conditions and problems. MEDLINE, the world's largest biomedical database with over 8 million references to journal articles in all fields of medicine and related disciplines. Many healthcare providers use MEDLINE as their first source for research. AIDSLINE supplies references to journal articles, technical reports, and books related to Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS). Other specialized databases accessible through HealthGate include: AIDSDRUGS, AIDSTRIALS, BIOETHICSLINE, Health Planning and Administration (HEALTH), MDX Health Digest, and CANCERLIT. Do-It-Yourself Quick and Comprehensive Searches

HealthGate is redefining the future of information retrieval through its easy-to-use searching device. HealthGate's ReADER technology enables users to access all HealthGate biomedical information sources using either natural language or controlled medical vocabularies. Anyone can search HealthGate's databases because ReADER technology seamlessly translates the user's words into appropriate database search queries.

If, for example, a user is searching for information on cat scans and is unaware of the searching terms "tomography, x-ray computed" they simply enter a phrase: "Tell me about cat scans" and ReADER automatically translates the request into "Tell me about tomography, x-ray computed." The translation is transparent to the user and requires no further selections or codes to complete the research. Moments later the user will have over 100 references relevant to their query. Browse At No Cost

Users can access HealthGate via the World Wide Web at -- http://www.healthgate.com and browse the medical titles for free. From the Web Site, subscribers can access the Medical Library or Patient and Consumer Health Information by clicking on the library icon or Patient and Consumer Health Information. After entering a query, HealthGate's search engine will display to users the most relevant titles of articles. Pricing and Availability:

HealthGate can be accessed today, free of charge, by anyone with World Wide Web access. Users can browse article titles free of charge, however, further pricing is divided into two categories for occasional users and frequent users. An occasional user can access detailed references for $.25 per bibliographic reference. Frequent users gain unlimited access for $14.95 per month. A special consumer program is available for $7.95 per month. This plan offers unlimited access to the most recent two years of MEDLINE, MDX Health Digest, and one Well Connected Consumer Health Report each month.

About HealthGate Data Corporation:

HealthGate Data Corporation is the leading provider of interactive access to biomedical databases, journals, textbooks, and related information sources, accessible through the World Wide Web. HealthGate Data Corp., based in Malden, MA was founded by William Reece in 1994. The company uses the latest technology to provide on-line access to a variety of databases, journals, and other information.

HealthGate's board is chaired by CEO William Reece, directed by Edson D. de Castro, founder of Data General; David Friend, founder of Pilot Software; Chris Horgen, CEO of Nichols Research Crop.; and Tina Blair, MD. The company also benefits from direct physician expertise of its Physician Advisory Panel headed by Dr. Barry M. Manuel, Associate Dean of the Boston University School of Medicine, and Dr. Arnold S. Relman, Editor-in-Chief Emeritus of the New England Journal of Medicine and professor of Medicine and Social Medicine at the Harvard Medical School.

HealthGate Data Corporation, HealthGate and ReADER are trademarks of HealthGate Data Corporation. AIDS DRUGS, AIDSLINE, AIDSTRIALS, BIOETHICSLINE, HealthPlanning and Administration (HEALTH), and MEDLINE are produced by the National Library of Medicine, CANCERLIT is a service of the National Cancer Institute. MDX Health Digest is a trademark of Medical Data Exchange. Well Connected Consumer Reports is a registered trademark of Nidus Information Services.

Contact: Jane Hiscock, Neva Group

Voice: 617-441-4000

Email: jhiscock@neva.com

Or

Contact: William Reece, HealthGate Data Corp.

Voice: 800-434-4283

Email: reece@healthgate.com


Capcom Announces Sony Playstation Products
CAPCOM ENTERTAINMENT ANNOUNCES PENDING AVAILABILITY OF ITS SONY PLAYSTATION PRODUCTS

SUNNYVALE, Calif. -- January 15, 1996 -- Capcom Entertainment today announced the pending availability of its impressive line-up of products for the Sony PlayStation. Capcom's first product to debut for the PlayStation will be the much anticipated release of Street Fighter Alpha in February. In March the company's powerhouse line-up includes Resident Evil, DarkStalkers and Fox Hunt with Buster Bros. Collection scheduled to release in April. Capcom plans to sell these Sony PlayStation titles at a suggested retail price of $59.95.

Street Fighter Alpha is based on the smash arcade hit that shot immediately to the top of the charts. Capcom brings together a cast of characters from the collective Street Fighter Universe who have never before appeared together in a single game. This latest Street Fighter game resurrects classic, but not forgotten favorites from the original Street Fighter arcade game of 1987, brings back some formidable foes from Capcom's blockbuster game line, Final Fight, and introduces three brand new characters who will step up to the challenge.

Resident Evil is easily the most anticipated game for the Sony PlayStation. This horrific action game contains elements of role-playing and puzzle solving in the midst of the strange and macabre. You explore a foreboding mansion where neck-biting zombies, giant spiders, horrid frog-like men and a horde of other mutated creatures dare you to challenge them. Taking full advantage of the 32-bit technology, Resident Evil features a 3D environment, rendered with gorgeous texture maps and unbelievable shadow and light sourcing. Your polygon character is seen through shifting noir-style, third-person perspective camera views that move as you move through the mansion, greenhouse, cemetery and grounds. A host or tricks and traps will keep you alternately on the edge of your seat in suspense or reeling in surprise from the gore.

DarkStalkers: The Night Warriors attacks the Sony PlayStation with killer characters who possess an arsenal of other-worldly moves. Still a favorite in its 1994 coin-operated format, DarkStalkers combines the same hot line-up of appealing monster characters and level of challenge. A one- or two-player title,

DarkStalkers introduces ten of the greatest animated monster warriors from around the world who've gathered together to compete in the fight of their life. This compelling cast of monster world warriors includes the Vampire, the English Werewolf; the Frankenstein Monster, the Zombie, the Mummy, the Samurai, a Brazilian Merman, the Canadian Snowman and two female warriors, the Cat Woman, and the Succubus.

Fox Hunt is an interactive comedy spy thriller that looks like a feature film and plays like nothing else in video game entertainment. In Fox Hunt, the player enters the world of Jack Fremont, an ordinary guy who has been thrust into an extraordinary situation. lack's mission: find the missing launch codes, avoid being killed by Frank, discover the Fox's true identity, snatch a briefcase full of cash and diamonds, and maybe, if there's time, get the girl. When an attempt at blackmail by a former KGB colonel nicknamed "The Fox" goes awry, Jack is the free world's only hope to stop a missile aimed for Los Angeles. Recruited by the CIA because of his incredible knowledge of bad Seventies TV, Jack crosses the paths of the Russian mob, a psychotic former CIA agent, and an army of people out to stop him. And he only has 24 hours to do it.

Buster Bros. Collection brings three complete Buster Bros. games to the PlayStation -Super Buster Brothers and Buster Buddies. Based on the U.S. and (previously unreleased) Japanese arcade versions, this game is the definition of addictive. Deceptively simply to play, Buster Bros. challenges you to shoot a bunch of balloons with your rope gun as they bounce around the screen. Everytime you shoot a balloon it splits into two smaller, faster balloons, which split again, and again, and again. All of the sudden your screen is full of killer balloons, power-ups (time-stopping watches, dynamite, machine guns), and the player is hooked. With a two-player mode (bust with a buddy), also available, the choices of Panic, Tour or Story Mode with changeable difficulty settings this game guarantees endless challenges for the novice to the hardest core gamer.

Capcom Entertainment, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Capcom Co., Ltd., is a leading force in the multi-billion dollar interactive entertainment industry. The company develops, markets and distributes computer entertainment for personal computers and home video games for the Super Nintendo, Sega Saturn, and Sony PlayStation. Capcom Entertainment, Inc. is based in Sunnyvale, Calif.

Capcom Entertainment Inc

475 Oakmead Parkway

Sunnyvale, CA 94086

408-774-0500


EASi-CRASH Crash Occupant Simulation Swr
NEW SOFTWARE PACKAGE INTEGRATES VEHICLE CRASH AND OCCUPANT SIMULATION UNDER A SINGLE USER INTERFACE

(Bingham Farms, Michigan -- January 11, 1996) EASi Engineering, Inc. announces EASi-CRASH, a software package that integrates the complete vehicle crash and occupant simulation process under a single user interface for dramatic productivity improvements. The new program handles all aspects of model building, dataset preparation, results evaluation, reports generation and design comparisons. EASi-CRASH has been developed by crash engineers around crash processes. This accounts for its greatly enhanced productivity.

EASi-CRASH gives users full access to the complex and powerful crash codes because it knows their possibilities and is specific to crash simulation. Its intelligent editor allows for the creation of multiple windows with multiple models that allow for the rapid set up of complex crash models. EASi-CRASH is based on more than 10 years of practical experience in crash simulation and tailored to the needs of the user. "People who do crash simulation have to be very comfortable with the process driven menu structure, and we believe EASi-CRASH gives them that comfort," Prakash Krishnaswamy, President of EAST Engineering, Inc., said.

EASi-CRASH provides a seamless application specific integrated environment for various crash solvers such as LS DYNA (crash analysis), MADYMO (occupant simulation studies), and CRUSH II (lumped mass analysis). The program transfers data seamlessly between these different programs without requiring the user to export or import files. To prepare data sets for LS DYNA and MADYMO, for example, the user can perform all coupling related interactions under a common windows environment rather than in two separate environments as is currently necessary.

Traditionally, crash simulation and occupant analysis is done manually, with engineers making sure that all the objects, including the occupant, the vehicle and the impact object are in the correct position. Data entry is done with no visual feedback; the user enters text information through the keyboard and never sees the created model until the analysis is run. The analysis often needs to be re-run many times because of simple errors in setting up the analysis.

EASi-CRASH allows crash simulation objects to be positioned in far less time by manipulating graphical objects in a common environment. An immediate 3D wireframe or shaded visual image is displayed from different views and in multiple active windows if so chosen. This allows verification of model accuracy before the analysis is run.

EASi-CRASH enables crash users to build the crash models that includes creation of contacts, checking initial penetration, creation and assignment of material models, creation and positioning of airbag and seat belt systems, quick access to crash databases, etc. all in a graphical environment.

One of the features of EASi-CRASH includes the ability to run more than one model at a time and see the differences. The program can run any vehicle crashing into any type of object. The product can also highlight maximum stress points during a crash, as well as cut a slice through a vehicle to provide information on a specific component.

EAST-CRASH also includes a seamless interface for building lumped mass crash analysis models to perform structural optimization and to estimate pulse data for occupant simulation studies. The module allows the user to graphically create all lumped mass entities such as mass and energy absorbers. Results of the analysis can be visualized through synchronized animation and time history plots simultaneously.

Post processing is also performed in a single environment under which all crash specific post processing features can be performed without having to run several data translators. The deformation option makes it possible to change display options during animation without having to regenerate animation frames. The visualization panel enables users to directly superimpose results on the deformed model such as Von Mises stress, plastic strain, etc. Time history plots can be loaded and synchronized with the animation window. A built-in report generator automates layout of text and plots throughout the whole computer aided engineering process and eliminates manual cut and paste report preparation.

The new software package is the first product created from EASi's VISTA object oriented software architecture. The VISTA architecture has been built from scratch for superior graphics speed, is modular for easier enhancements, and facilitates rapid application development through reusable objects. VISTA provides the potential for re-engineering the automotive design process by standardizing engineering modeling and analysis tools under a single user interface. It paves the way towards standard templates that define the optimal methodology to help automakers meet Federal safety standards.

EASi-CRASH is available or. most major UNIX-based computer workstations including: Silicon Graphics, Hewlett-Packard, Sun and IBM systems. These workstations should be equipped with current operating systems, 24-bit Z buffer, and a minimum of 32 megabytes of RAM.

Founded in 1981, EASi Engineering has a staff of over 150 professionals and is one of the largest suppliers of computer-aided engineering services to the automobile industry. EASi's capabilities include structural crash simulation, occupant simulation, biomechanics, linear and nonlinear finite-element analysis, and optimization as well as kinematics and dynamic. analysis. Additional capabilities include analysis of noise, vibration and harshness, and alternate materials evaluation including structural plastics and composites. The company also offers EASi-BUMPER and EASi-SEAL software which allows the material and geometry of automotive bumpers and seals respectively to be analyzed and optimized on a personal computer without building a prototype.

EASi Engineering, Inc.

30800 Telegraph Ste. 3700

Bingham Farms, MI 48025

Phone: 810-901-4800

Fax: 810-901-4818


Adapting PCs for Disabilities
An Electronic Bill of Rights: Adapting PCs for Disabilities

Reading, MA - For persons with disabilities, a properly equipped computer breaks barriers to information access and communication. Adapting PCs for Disabilities is a complete guide to assessing an individual's needs and outfitting a PC with the latest assistive hardware and software. Individuals with disabilities and governmental and educational agencies will need a copy of this book--it's a practical reference not only to what is possible with a PC, but what is affordable and readily available.

The book's CD features:

o  over 60 demos of adaptive software packages

o  the complete text of the print book in ASCII

o  a handy text file viewer

o  megabytes of articles and newsletters on assistive technology

o  complete text of the ADA and more

o  internet newsgroups and web page resources

Add adaptive products to your PC quickly, affordably, and easily- Adapting PCs for Disabilities shows you how!

Joseph Lazzaro is the Technology Director for the Massachusetts Commission for the Blind, author of numerous articles on computers and technology, and an emerging science fiction writer.

Addison-Wesley is a worldwide publishing company based in Reading, Massachusetts. The Trade Computer Books Group publishes high- quality books for business users, programmers, and computer enthusiasts.

Adapting PCs for Disabilities book/CD package is available from your local bookstore at a suggested retail price of $39.95. ISBN 0-201-48354-8 paperback, 320 pages.


Orbix & Java Integration Pubs CORBA on Net
Orbix integration with Java puts CORBA on the Internet

IONA announces Internet Object Request Broker

January 22, 1996, Dublin, Ireland: In a move that dramatically increases the power and scope of Internet applications, IONA Technologies today announced plans to extend the object technology paradigm to the World Wide Web. IONA will provide a full integration between its market leading CORBA implementation, Orbix, and the recently unveiled Internet development language, Java.

Current Web technologies give users crude access to the power of the Internet--with http users can only really pull pages of text and graphics back and forth across the net. Java increases the value of the Internet by bringing application logic into the picture--Graphical User Interface functionality can now be added to a Web page. Integration with Orbix adds another dimension, offering the ability to perform semantically rich client/server operations.

The combination of Orbix and the Java programming language enables the creation of downloadable applets which are capable of accessing multiple, shared backend services located across the Internet.

"The success of the Web is in its simplicity. It is hard to imagine something simpler than http and URLs. However, that very simplicity is also a limitation. Building client/server, multi-user applications is impossible with current Web technology. Even Java by itself does not support a client/server paradigm," says Annrai O'Toole, chief technical officer at IONA Technologies. "We are levelling the Internet playing field. Orbix allows programmers to write applications in common programming languages such as C++, Visual Basic, SmallTalk, Ada95 or Java. These applications can now reach out and conduct civilized and meaningful conversations with other well behaved objects on the Internet."

With Internet users already up against the limits of Web technology, many non-standard extensions are being added to http to help it meet more demanding user requirements. IONA's object-oriented approach based on the CORBA (Common Object Request Broker Architecture) standard, combined with popular language and platform support, enables developers to create a richer range and scale of application for the Internet.

CORBA is the de facto standard for developing distributed object-oriented applications across enterprise networks. "The combination of Orbix and Java takes CORBA beyond the enterprise and into the global sphere. Orbix and Java together enable much more than simple Internet applications--they provide a truly portable platform for building and deploying large-scale, distributed client/server applications across both public and private networks," says Larry Podmolik, Director of Technology at STR, an OO consulting firm in Chicago, IL.

"IONA's Orbix already works across 20 different operating systems from Windows to Unix, enabling developers to create truly distributed object-oriented applications. Today programmers are using Orbix to integrate Visual Basic client code with powerful C++ server applications. Java, Ada and SmallTalk implementations of Orbix bring us closer to achieving the goal of universal application integration," O'Toole adds.

This announcement also spotlights a new development designed to take object technology into the home for the first time. "Computers are commodities--more home computers were sold in the US last year than television sets. The growth of the Web and the Internet demonstrates that the value of computing lies in applications, and Orbix was designed to enable applications to communicate in an environment such as the Internet," says Dr Chris Horn, chairman and chief architect at IONA Technologies.

Based in Dublin, Ireland, and Boston, MA., IONA Technologies is the world's leading provider of CORBA conforming solutions. Its principal product, Orbix, was launched in June 1993 as the first full and complete implementation of the Object Management Group's (OMG's) Common Object Request Broker Architecture (CORBA) standard. With Orbix, programmers can develop distributed, object-oriented applications following a consistent and straightforward, standards-based model.

Orbix currently runs on 20 operating systems from a single code base. Platforms include: Windows 95, Windows 3.1x, Windows NT, OS/2, Macintosh System 7.5, twelve different Unix systems, OpenVMS AXP and the real-time operating systems VxWorks, QNX and LynxOS. Orbix for Windows and Windows NT uses OCX technology allowing OLE-enabled applications to transparently invoke remote and local CORBA objects. IONA has integrated Orbix with ODI's ObjectStore object-oriented database, Isis Distributed Systems' reliable distributed computing technology and a variety of third-party middleware and tools.

Orbix is used by thousands of developers world-wide in large and small corporations including: Boeing Commercial Aircraft Group, Motorola's IRIDIUM and Chemical Bank. All versions of Orbix interoperate seamlessly. IONA is partly owned by SunSoft, Inc. In December 1995 Orbix was awarded product of the year by Unix Review Magazine.

Availability

Orbix for Java will go on limited release in Q2 1996.

For Further Information Contact: Tom Golden or Tara O'Sullivan

 IONA Technologies, Inc.      IONA Technologies Ltd.

 55 Fairbanks Blvd.,          8-34 Percy Place,

 Marlboro, MA 01752.          Dublin, Ireland.

 Tel: (508) 460 6868          +353 1 6686522

 Fax: (508) 460 6099          +353 1 6686573

email: tgolden@iona.com, www: http://www.iona.com

In the USA or Canada call: 1 800 orbix4u (672 4948)


First Internet Subscription Ordering System
Rowecom Uses Distinct's Technology to Develop the First Internet-based Procurement System for Subscription Ordering

Saratoga, CA-- Distinct Corporation the industry leader of software development tools in the TCP/IP and Internet environment announced that Rowecom Inc. will start shipping a new technology breakthrough product that was built with the Distinct Visual Internet Toolkit. Rowecom is incorporating technology from Distinct in their new state-of-the-art Internet-based procurement system for journal subscription ordering, Subscribe '96. Subscribe '96 is an automated order, payment, and claim system for libraries and publishers for large institutions in North America.

RoweCom's Subscribe '96 is one of the first, real-life application that is processing substantial amounts of orders and payments using the Internet. This new on-line technology, will offer knowledge management service network applications designed to serve the needs of the academic, scientific, technical, medical and business libraries, in conjunction with the publishers who serve these professionals.

"Certainly the commodity of trade in today's world is information. We believe that people need that information to transform it into knowledge," said Gary Wolfe, Chief Operating Officer from Rowecom, Inc. "We are providing those that produce these information, a way of receiving orders and payment from those that would want to buy that information."

By incorporating Distinct's technology and with the cooperation of Banc One, one of the top ten banks in U.S., Rowecom's Subscribe '96 will enable simplified order processing. The user, usually a large institution, uses RoweCom's Subscribe '96 software to request a subscription, which travels over the Internet to Banc One's server. The server then forwards order information to the publisher and payment information to Banc One. Bank One will then automatically process subscription orders including debiting the buyer's bank account and crediting the seller's back account. All transactions will be using a secure communications technology and advanced Web server technology.

Distinct Corporation was founded in 1984. The vision of the company's founders was simple-combine TCP/IP the de facto standard in connectivity among heterogeneous networks with Microsoft Windows, the standard in graphical user interfaces. Over the last few years the company has experienced an explosive growth phase. Today, Distinct is the leading supplier of software development tools for the TCP/IP and Internet developer and a major supplier of end user TCP/IP and Internet utilities. The Fortune 1000, large government agencies and thousands of small businesses all over the world have grown to rely on Distinct's software.

Additional information on Distinct's entire product line is available on Distinct's web site, http://www.distinct.com

Contact: Rachelle Arcayena, Distinct Corporation

Voice: 408-366-8933

Email: rachelle@distinct.com


Essex Interactive Valentine/Card Maker
ESSEX "TURNS ON" THE PC WITH INTERACTIVE VALENTINE/CARD MAKER

Essex Entertainment Also Presents Selection of Romantic Hits From the '70s & '80s Through Its Audio CD Series Only Love

(ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, NJ)--Essex Entertainment & Essex Interactive Media, leading distributors of budget and mid-priced audio CDs & Cassettes and budget CD-ROM titles for the mass market, are featuring two enticing products for this year's February 14th holiday, the Only Love audio CD/Cassette series and An Interactive Valentine CD-ROM, according to Dick Greener, managing partner.

An Interactive Valentine includes a card maker, love songs, romantic screensavers and wallpapers and retails for $9.99. The CD-ROM will be available in many retail locations across the country including CompUSA, Tower Records, Media Play, Babbages, Software Etc., Strawberries, Egghead, Elek-Tek and other mass-market and music retail stores.

The Only Love audio series is one of three product lines created in response to the very successful Only Rock n' Roll series, which sold over one million copies. The Only Love series contains three audio CDs or cassettes filled with almost 60 classic love songs from the '70s and '80s. Only Love, 1970-1974 features original hits from the Hollies, The 5th Dimension and Gladys Knight and the Pips. Only Love 1975-1979 features classics such as Send in the Clowns by Judy Collins and Reunited by Peaches and Herb, while Only Love 1980-1984 includes Foreigner's Waiting for a Girl Like You and The Cars' Drive. All songs are the original recordings, digitally remastered for optimal sound.

ESX Interactive Media is a division of Essex Entertainment Inc., a pioneer in the budget and mid-price music business. Essex Entertainment's labels include exclusive budget distribution agreements with Motown, RCA Camden Classics and PolyGram, as well as its own labels, including Vox Classics, JCI, Project 3 and the Gentle Persuasion Sounds of Nature Series. Essex Entertainment and Essex Interactive Media are located at 560 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632. Telephone: 201-894-8700, fax: 201-894-8630.

Contact: Rita Lencioni, THE TERPIN GROUP

Voice: 310-821-6100

Email: rlencioni@la.terpin.com


First Internet Site from M&M/MARS
Sweet Success: First Internet Site From M&M/MARS Reaches Enthusiastic Interactive Audience

New Internet Site for "M&M's" Chocolate Mini Baking Bits Offers Visitors a Virtual "M&M's" Plant Tour, Interactive Survey, Answers to Frequently-Asked Questions on Famed "M&M's" Brand, and More

HACKETTSTOWN, NJ-- Once, you "got out of the kitchen" if you couldn't "stand the heat" of baking. Today, you can just log-on to the Internet -- thanks to the inaugural Web site from M&M/MARS. (If your PC's in your kitchen, you've got a dilemma!)

Since their introduction in 1941, those lovable little "M&M's" candies have become an American institution enjoyed worldwide. With millions of people surfing the Internet, it was only a matter of time before descendants of the little chocolate folk heroes, "M&M's" Chocolate Mini Baking Bits, had their own Web site -- http://www.baking.m-ms.com -- to satisfy the sweet tooth of an online world.

The "M&M's" Chocolate Mini Baking Bits site went live in October 1995 and since then has attracted an intimate, loyal following, averaging about 300 unique hits per day. Once at the site, surfers can:

o  Take a virtual tour of the "M&M's" manufacturing process

o  Discover some little-known facts about "M&M's"

o  Learn some helpful hints for successful baking

o  Receive a free recipe "M&M's" booklet, Brighter Baking with

   "M&M's" Chocolate Baking Bits, by completing an interactive

   survey

o  View the current "M&M's" Chocolate Mini Baking Bits recipe

   of the month, and

o  Link to other Web sites of interest to chocolate lovers and

   cooks in general.

Internet Site Pays Off for All Concerned

"We launched the Web site to take advantage of the incredibly useful interactive and visual nature of the Internet, and we've been encouraged by the response," said Pat D'Amato, M&M/MARS spokesperson. "We always welcome phone calls and letters from consumers and organizations, but we've also received a lot of questions and comments about baking via the Internet site, so we know people find the Web a convenient way to share information. Plus, the online public can have fun with "M&M's" trivia and gain some practical baking tips."

What's there to learn at the "M&M's" Chocolate Mini Baking Bits site? For starters, the candies do not dive into a swimming pool to gain their candy coating, as the company's TV ads once depicted. A personalized plant tour takes surfers through six pages of information that spell it all out, including how the "M's" are applied to each candy. "The virtual tour is a first-look at the manufacturing process," D'Amato said, "since the company has never sponsored public tours of its plants for quality control and safety reasons."

Want more trivia? Try these answers to some frequently-asked questions:

Q: What does "M&M's" stand for?

A: The "M's" in "M&M's" stand for the first initials of the

   company founder's last name: Forrest E. Mars, Sr., and a

   former associate.

Q: What is the farthest place to which "M&M's"

   Chocolate Candies have traveled?

A: They've been to space and back with NASA's space

   shuttle astronauts.

Q: What are the "M's"  printed with?

A: Not every secret can be revealed...all the candies

   themselves will say is that it's done very carefully with

   printers that won't hurt their delicate shells.

Q: What is the color ratio in a bag of "M&M's" ?

A: The average composition of the Baking Bits variety is

   evenly distributed among brown, yellow, green and red.

"While we know the World Wide Web is a highly versatile and cost-effective way to communicate with millions of people," D'Amato said, "we didn't know just what to expect when we decided to put up the "M&M's" Chocolate Mini Baking Bits Web site. One thing's clear, even cyberheads have a sweet tooth!"

All trademarks, service marks and company names are the property of their respective owners.

Contact: Bill Bradley, Parker, Nichols & Company

Voice: 508-369-2100

Email: parker-nichols@bbnplanet.com

Or

Contact: Mary Anne Rohmann, Warner, Bicking, Morris & Partners

Voice: 212-759-7900

Or

Contact: Pat D'Amato, M&M/MARS

Voice: 908-852-1000


MICOM Achieves MCI Cert for Frame Relay Prod
MICOM ACHIEVES MCI CERTIFICATION FOR FRAME RELAY PRODUCTS

MCI joins AT&T, Sprint and WorldCom in Certifying MICOM Integration Products

Simi Valley, CA-- MICOM Communications Corp. (NASDAQ:MICM) earned MCI certification this week for its range of frame relay-ready data/voice network integration products. MICOM's Marathon and NetRunner Integration products met all compatibility requirements for MCI frame relay network services. This follows the recent announcement by the company that its products earned certification from frame relay service providers AT&T, Sprint and LDDS WorldCom.

All current models of MICOM product line are capable of integrating data, voice, fax, and local area network (LAN) traffic over public frame relay. This is in addition to the product lines' ability to send integrated traffic over private line (leased, satellite, microwave, etc.) networks.

The approval tests required by MCI were conducted at the Inchacape Testing Services, Testmark Laboratories. The products were fully tested using the MCI CPE Frame Relay Level 1 Test Plan (doc. No. 042-1006-DSE.F-ET 8/16/95). The results confirmed that MICOM's Marathon 2K, 3K, 5KT, 10K, 20K, STADIA Integration Multiplexer models and the NetRunner 75E, 500ET, 1000E and 2000E Integration Router models using software release 4.2 are compatible with MCI frame relay network services.

MICOM President and COO Gil Cabral said, "Now that we have certification by all the major frame relay providers, our customers can specify a MICOM integrated networking solution using frame relay with confidence, which ever provider they choose."

MICOM Communications Corp. (NASDAQ:MICM) is the worldwide market leader in providing integrated networking solutions under the brand names "Marathon", "NetRunner", "STADIA", "FrameRunner", "MicroBand ATM" and " EasyRouter". MICOM products save companies money by integrating remote data, voice, fax and LAN traffic over private and public networks. Represented by distributors in over 85 countries, MICOM is headquartered at 4100 Los Angeles Avenue, Simi Valley, Calif. 93063, USA. Tel: (805) 583-8600. Fax: (805) 583-1997.

Media Contact: Sharon Porter, MICOM Communications

Voice: 805-583-8600

Email: sporter@micom.com

Investor Contact: Francine Good VP,CFO

Email: ir@micom.com


TARGET! Web Server Log Analysis
CAPTIVATE TECHNOLOGIES INTRODUCES TARGET!

PROVIDING ENHANCED ANALYSIS OF WEB SERVER LOG STATISTICS.

TARGET! (CD-ROM or DOWNLOAD for Windows NT and Windows 95), to provide Internet marketers & Web publishers with enhanced analysis of UNIX and Windows NT Web server log files, includes free revisions & free database updates during the first six months

BALTIMORE, MD - Captivate Technologies introduced TARGET!-- a must for any Web marketer, TARGET! is available on a 30-day free-trial basis. Plus, as an Introductory Bonus with every purchase of TARGET!'s Beta Version, Captivate is offering a $100 discount and a free updates for six months. TARGET! compares a database of domain information to a Web server's log file the result of which generates more targeted and refined data for those who depend on accurate market analysis of their Web Site activity.

TARGET! provides corporate information officers, market researchers and Web publishers-managers with:

* The Who, What, Where, When information you need about Web

  site visitors.

* Comprehensive, flexible and accurate analysis to better define

  and target your markets.

* Enhanced analysis includes creating graphs, charts, tables,

  indexing and sorting.

* Clear professional reports supporting the demands of those who

  depend on information verity.

* Since it is independent of any need for off-site support or

  analysis, TARGET! provides information security and

  immediate results.

Conduct analysis with the TARGET! program, and get greater combinations and cross-analysis of demographic information. TARGET! allows the user to control sensitive information internally-free from external eyes and time tables, and allows the user to control analysis of timely, targeted information. TARGET! offers a comprehensive Domain database, including Captivate's update services and support resources for six months.

TARGET! is part of a whole new family of Internet product solutions being aggressively developed by Captivate Technologies, and includes BOOK-IT! (a custom on-line reservation systems for individual & corporate travel and entertainment needs; for anyone 'who handles limited space, tickets, or reservations of any kind'.) TARGET! and BOOK-IT! have been developed by the marketing, security and information professionals of Captivate Technologies. As on-line solution developers, Captivate Technologies provides comprehensive support for vertical marketing demands. PRODUCT BUNDLING OPPORTUNITIES, CUSTOMIZATION OF CURRENT CAPTIVATE PRODUCTS, CUSTOM ON-LINE SOLUTIONS AND WEB PUBLISHING SERVICES are also provided by Captivate Technologies. "Don't wait....Captivate!"

TARGET! Introductory Offer (Windows NT & Windows 95)

Beta Version after Full Release

CD-ROM FREE 30 Day Trial $399

(Save $100) $499

DOWNLOAD FREE 30 Day Trial $349 (Save $100) $449

(All include free revisions and database updates during the first six months.)

BOOK-IT!, CUSTOM SOLUTIONS & WEB PUBLISHING (call for more information)

Contact: Chuck Rigby, Captivate Technologies

Voice: 410-528-1536

Email: sales@captivate.com

Web: http://www.captivate.com/


Salvo Web Browser Access to Enterprise Apps
New World Wide Web Software from Simware Gives Any PC Web Browser Direct Access to Enterprise Applications

Simware's "Salvo" is the first PC solution to transparently provide familiar Web browser interface to enterprise applications

OTTAWA, CANADA--In a move designed to give corporate Intranet users better access to company information residing in their enterprise applications, Simware, Inc. (Nasdaq: SIMWF) announced today that is has developed a "plug and play" application that can be used transparently with any World Wide Web browser. The new software, called "Salvo," simplifies enterprise access for PC users by giving them the easy, familiar, point-and-click interface of the Web browser, for any 3270 application. In dynamically translating 3270 datastreams to HTML and vice versa, it requires no changes to host applications and no programming by the user.

Simware will begin distributing free evaluation copies of the personal edition of Salvo, on Wednesday, January 24, 1996. Users can download it from the company's Web site (http://www.simware.com/salvo). A server edition of Salvo will be available for evaluation within 60 days.

Salvo is especially useful to companies with their own Intranets, which Forrester Research (Cambridge, Mass.) defines as "internal TCP/IP networks that carry Internet-developed applications like the Web." According to Zona Research (Redwood City, Calif.), Intranets today link some 15-million corporate workers. More than half of the 250,000 computers supporting World Wide Web services are posting data exclusively as Intranet sites.

Salvo Personal Edition for Individual PC Users

The Salvo Personal Edition is a plug-and-play software program that is installed on an individual user's PC and works with their Windows-based Web browser, running on Windows 95, Windows 3.1, Windows for Workgroups 3.11 or Windows NT. Salvo supports Web browsers compatible with the HTML 2.0 standard, including popular browsers such as NetScape Navigator, Microsoft Internet Explorer and Mosaic. It requires no additional hardware, software, programming or host changes. Installation is easy, eliminating the need for support from corporate IS. Free evaluation copies can be downloaded, and the production version can be purchased for $49.00.

Salvo Server Edition Offers Added Functionality, Centralized Management

The Salvo Server Edition is also a plug-and-play software program that works in conjunction with a corporation's existing Web server software, be it NT or UNIX-based, including the popular NetScape Communications Server. The initial release will run on Windows NT, and allow platform-independent access to mainframe applications from Web browsers running on Windows-based systems, such as Windows 3.x, Windows 95, and Windows NT, plus Macintosh, OS/2 and UNIX implementations.

Further, the Salvo Server Edition provides additional functionality and flexibility for Intranet administrators, allowing them to automatically connect users to their applications, with no need to navigate through complex logon processes.

Salvo Attacks Enterprise Cost-of-Ownership By providing web access to host applications Salvo attacks the cost-of-ownership issue head-on.

* Cheaper to Buy:  Salvo's server-based architecture allows IS to provide 3270 access at a per-seat cost far less than equipping each user with his own emulation product. Current web browser software can serve as the "universal client" as no additional software needs to be installed on the client to gain access to mainframes.

* Cheaper to Support:  Salvo allows users to work with standard, simple web browsers that are much easier to install, configure and use than complex 3270 emulation products. Further, software distribution and support to the desktop, currently an onerous and expensive task, is virtually eliminated.

* Faster to Implement:  For many organizations whose users already have web browsers, just installing the plug-and-play Salvo solution gives instant access to the Intranet user community.

* Faster to Enhance:  Salvo provides IS with an easy way to customize the 3270-to-HTML translation to provide enhanced output or automated processing of input. Salvo's customization procedures can even integrate data from other sources with that of the 3270 applications completely transparent to both the applications and the users. Salvo allows IS to override automatically generated HTML pages to create their own pages, with drop-down boxes, buttons etc. They can also integrate multimedia elements into the presentation, such as sound, images and video. Because this application development is centrally administered, these front ends can be made available to users immediately upon completion, without costly software distribution efforts. Examples of front-end applications include sales force automation, inventory tracking, and electronic commerce applications.

Importance of the Intranet Growing Rapidly

Construction of Intranet sites is rapidly gaining momentum: According to a recent survey by Zona Research, sales of Intranet software will rise from $142-million in 1995, to $488-million in 1996, and $1.2-billion in 1997.

Gartner Group predicts that more than 50% of large enterprises will have deployed Intranets by 1998. According to John Girard, research director for networking technologies and strategies at Gartner Group, "The new capability being unleashed by HTML-to-3270 translators allows IS to do more with less. Having easy access to enterprise information over the Web means that companies can concentrate their energy on substantive issues like providing appropriate content, not on how they will distribute the information once it is compiled."

Simware's vice president of marketing, Christopher Fedorko, said "Salvo saves companies time and money by using a proven, open presentation method to access enterprise information. Training costs are substantially reduced, there is no cost for the purchase of additional software, companies can effortlessly extend their presentation standard to all enterprise applications, and customization and control are greatly simplified. Salvo opens fire on the high cost of ownership."

John Dunkle, president of WorkGroup Strategic (Portsmouth, N.H.), added that, "Salvo makes Web browsers the key to the enterprise because approximately 73% of all real-time transactions in the world still run on mainframe-based networks. Salvo gives Internet builders seamless, intuitive access to that wealth of enterprise information for their corporate users, and for their strategic business partners."

How Salvo Works

Salvo's features make it particularly valuable for users. It translates 3270 datastreams to HTML and vice versa, and automatically presents the mainframe information in a familiar, web-like fashion. When a Web browser accesses a mainframe, Salvo translates the web browser's HTML screen to 3270 data and sends it to the mainframe application via standard protocols. When the mainframe applications need to send something to the client, Salvo receives the 3270 data and translates it to HTML for viewing in the web browser in the usual web style.

Virtual Tour and More Information Available On-line More information on Salvo is available on-line at Simware's Web site:

* Downloadable Salvo software for evaluation

* A VRML "virtual reality tour" of how the product works

* Complete specifications for Salvo

* Electronic brochure, presentation and white paper

* Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Point your Web browser to http://www.simware.com/salvo.

About Simware

Simware Inc. is a leading provider of connectivity and LAN automation software. The company focuses on the automation capabilities of its products to provide solutions that make it easier for users to get to the information they need and to provide IS with tools that directly address their cost of ownership challenges. Customers include Chevron, Citibank, Levi Strauss and the U.S. *Departments of Commerce and Justice. Founded in 1982, Simware is a publicly traded company (Nasdaq: SIMWF) headquartered in Ottawa, with offices in North America and Europe.

Contacts Available for Comment (Quotes in News Release)

John Dunkle, president

WorkGroup Strategic Services, Inc.

Voice: 603-431-4409

Christopher Fedorko, v.p. marketing

Simware, Inc.

Voice: 613-228-5116

John Girard, research director

Networking Technologies and Strategies

Gartner Group

Voice: 203-316-1111


New Haven School Chooses OPTIX Doc Mgmt Sys
New Haven Unified School District Chooses OPTIX Document Management System

Flint Hill, VA --- January 22, 1996 --- Blueridge Technologies, "The Internet Document Management Company," announced that the New Haven Unified School District (NHUSD) of Union City, California has installed an OPTIX Document Management System. NHUSD uses the system to store and retrieve district forms, student, business and personnel records, and digital pictures of all staff members. Once archived, the information will be available to all teachers and administrators directly from their desktops.

A key selling point of the OPTIX system was compatibility. Like most school districts NHUSD uses both Macintosh and Windows workstations. Unlike most document management systems, the OPTIX system is completely cross-platform. This ability to work with both Macintosh and Windows workstations equated to real financial savings for NHUSD. It meant that the cash-strapped district wouldn't be forced to pay additional charges to standardize the district's entire computer system.

According to Jim O'Laughlin, Associate Superintendent of Personnel Services at NHUSD, two long-term goals were at the forefront of the district's decision to install a document management system. First, the NHUSD is committed to planning for the future. Second the district actively seeks ways to work more efficiently and cost-effectively. After all, nationwide only three states spend less per student than the state of California, and NHUSD is one of the lowest wealth school districts in the state.

A baby boom is projected for the next ten years that will eclipse the post-war baby boom in size, As a result, the future is rushing to meet school districts like New Haven. The boom will equate to an explosion of documents that school districts will be required to process and store. According to O'Laughlin, "Because NHUSD was already struggling to manage its records, we realized immediately that we'd never be able to handle the projected number of documents manually. With OPTIX, we now have the tools in place to cope with this coming explosion."

Within a year, every teacher in every classroom in the NHUSD will be networked to the OPTIX system. Networked teachers already have instantaneous access to student records and other necessary information. And OPTIX's workflow feature allows teachers to process district forms directly from their desktops. This immediate availability of data is resulting in increased efficiency, and will free teachers to administrate less, and teach more.

Administrators and clerical staff are also benefiting from the system. Prior to installing OPTIX, employees who needed personnel and student files had to physically travel to a secure vault and retrieve them. Now, authorized individuals can retrieve records from their desktops. Numerous individuals can even access the same information simultaneously from separate locations. As a result the district will realize a tremendous savings in storage space. More importantly the same size staff is able to handle a larger number of both documents and students.

And how are things going? According to O'Laughlin, "We've found that OPTIX far exceeds our expectations. In fact, we've yet to find any limitations to its application."

Founded in 1988, Blueridge Technologies is one of the industry's oldest and most respected providers of electronic document management systems (EDMS). Long the leading supplier of industrial-strength document imaging and workflow systems for Apple Macintosh computers, in 1994 OPTIX became the first electronic document management system to offer workflow, document imaging, document control, COLD (Computer Output to Laser Disk), and natural language text retrieval for both Windows and Macintosh workstations. Via the new OptixWEB interface, OPTIX also supports popular Web browsers, including Netscape Navigator, Internet Explorer from Microsoft, Mosaic, and all the client platforms these products support, including Windows, Macintosh, and UNIX workstations.

OPTIX systems begin in the range of $100,000 and include server software, client software for both Macintosh and Windows, installation, training, and support. For more information about OPTIX, visit the Blueridge World Wide Web site at: "http://www.blueridge.com". Or send an email to "optix@blueridge.com".

Blueridge Technologies

664 H Zachary Taylor Highway

Flint Hill, VA 22627

Voice: 540-675-3015

Fax: 540-675-3130

Web: http://www.blueridge.com


IONA Tech. IonaSphere Jan'96 Newsletter
Issue 16                IonaSphere                       January 1996

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Welcome to the first issue of IonaSphere for 1996. IONA Technologies would like to extend the very best wishes for the New Year to all our customers and friends. We hope 1996 is as successful for you as 1995 was for us.

In the past 12 months IONA has grown extensively, with a 300 per cent increase in sales and a tripling of our work force. Milestones in 1995 included the opening of a first US office in Boston, the release of Orbix 2.0 and the signing of a deal to supply Orbix to the Boeing Commercial Airplane Group for its DCAC/MRM project.

IONA kicked off 1996 by signing a deal to supply Orbix to telecoms giant Ericsson (see I16-B below) and with the announcement of Orbix for Java(TM) (see I16-A below). According to the Professional Services Division all Orbix open enrolment training courses for January are now full. Next available courses: 12th Feb. - Dublin, Ireland and 26th Feb. -Campbell, CA. For a full schedule and information on new courses such as the Orbix-OLE integration module see I16-G below.

As it did in 1995 IonaSphere will keep you up-to-date with developments in the world of Object Technology and new products and services from IONA Technologies. We would also like to improve this newsletter to suit your needs better and in this regard welcome any comments you might have with respect to content, format or frequency. Please send your comments to editor@iona.com.

If you wish to be added to/removed from this list please send an Email to IonaSphere-request@iona.com indicating your wish. If you need any further information on the products or services mentioned below, please contact info@iona.ie.

The pieces of news herein:

I16-A> IONA puts CORBA on the Internet with Java(TM)

I16-B> Ericsson Opts for IONA's Orbix as

       International CORBA Standard

I16-C> Orbix: A Product You Can't Ignore in 1996

I16-D> IONA People: Enterprise Product Manager

       Appointed to Help Take Orbix to the Mainframe

I16-E> Database Component and Orbix to provide

       OLE and CORBA Access for Database

I16-F> IONA Adds Distributors/Resellers in Australia

       and The Netherlands

I16-G> CORBA Seminar Series Continues

I16-H> Orbix/CORBA Training Courses

I16-I> IONA's Roadshow Keeps on Trucking

I16-J> Current Orbix Platforms

I16-K> New Documents

I16-A> IONA puts CORBA on the Internet with Java

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In a move that dramatically increases the power and scope of Internet applications IONA Technologies has announced plans to extend the object technology paradigm to the World Wide Web. IONA will provide a full integration between its market leading CORBA implementation, Orbix, and Sun's recently unveiled Internet development language, Java.

Current Web technologies give users a very crude way to access the power of the Internet--with http users can only really pull pages of text and graphics back and forth across the net. Java increases the value of the Internet by bring applications into the picture and Orbix brings this one step further offering the ability to perform semantically rich client/server operations on the Web.

With Web users already up against the envelope of the technological boundary, many non-standard extensions are being added to http to help it meet more demanding user requirements. IONA's object-oriented approach based on the CORBA standard, combined with popular language and platform support, enables developers to create a richer range and scale of application for the Internet.

CORBA is the de facto standard for developing distributed object-oriented applications across enterprise networks. "The combination of Orbix and Java takes CORBA beyond the enterprise and into the global sphere. Orbix and Java together enable much more than simple Internet applications--they provide a truly portable platform for building and deploying large-scale, distributed client/server applications across both public and private networks," says Larry Podmolik, Director of Technology at STR, an OO consulting firm in Chicago, IL.

[See Press Release: press35, and White Papers: java.doc]

I16B-> Ericsson Opts for IONA's Orbix as International CORBA Standard

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International telecommunications giant Ericsson AB., has signed a contract with IONA Technologies Ltd., to use IONA's Orbix as the company-standard CORBA implementation throughout the world. Initially Ericsson Radio Systems AB., Cellular-American Standards, is using Orbix to develop its Cellular Management Operations System (CMOS) based on the Telecommunications Management Network (TMN) architecture, and Ericsson expects to use the software in a number of similar large scale projects in 1996 and beyond.

This is one of the first times in the telecommunications industry that TMN standards and CORBA have been used extensively to build a network management product. In order to maintain the leading position in an increasingly competitive global telecommunications market, Ericsson is focusing on its core business in switching, radio and network management, and is relying more on strategic suppliers to provide common products and components. IONA Technologies has been chosen as a strategic supplier that enables Ericsson to focus on its core business.

[see Press Release: press34]

I16-C> Orbix: A product You Can't Ignore in 1996

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Following its selection as "Outstanding Product of 1995" by Unix Review Magazine [see I15-B], McGraw Hill publication Open Computing has named Orbix as one of the products you can't ignore in 1996.

Orbix was one of six products in the object-oriented technology arena chosen by Open Computing Editors in its December 1995 edition. The magazine's recommendations are based on successful results achieved by leading-edge Business Week 1000 companies and countless discussions with users and analysts. According to Open Computing the chosen products "embody a cross section of solid, proven technology and advanced capabilities."

[see Open Computing, December 1995, page 35]

I16-D> IONA People: Enterprise Product Manager

       Appointed to Help Take Orbix to the Mainframe

=====================================================

Recognizing the importance of the mainframe in the enterprise IONA has appointed Conor Halpin as Enterprise Product Manager for Orbix. Conor will work in conjunction with IONA's engineering team to ensure that the mainframe is fully integrated into our product set taking IONA's 'Orbix Everywhere' motto one step further. A port to MVS 5.2.2 is currently underway and is expected to be available on beta in March of this year. IONA is developing plans to support earlier releases of MVS and to provide support for the various transaction processing and messaging environments involved.

If you are interested in Orbix for MVS 5.2.2 or you would like to find out more about our plans to support MVS (or other mainframe operating systems) please contact Conor (chalpin@iona.com).

I16-E> Database Component and Orbix to provide

       OLE and CORBA Access for Databases

==============================================

IONA Technologies and I-Kinetics demonstrated a re-useable software component, that provides plug-in links to relational databases, at last month's DB/EXPO in New York. Database Component 3.0, developed by I-Kinetics and based on IONA's Orbix, does away with the need for bespoke connections to database drivers, offering a re-useable standard-based option.

The Database Component is designed for use in applications with Windows or Unix clients accessing Unix databases. The current version provides plug-in links to both Oracle and Sybase systems, and I-Kinetics plans releases for Informix and Microsoft SQL Server by March 1996.

[See Press Release: press36]

I16-F> IONA Adds Distributors/Resellers in Australia and

       The Netherlands

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IONA appointed two new Orbix distributors this month. Perth, Western Australia-based Iridium Technologies is the firm's new reseller for Australia. Meanwhile Altair Automation of Amsterdam has been signed to handle Orbix distribution in The Netherlands.

[see Reseller Coordinates: resellers]

I16-G> CORBA Seminar Series Continues

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IONA's successful seminar tour will move to the UK in March with dates in London and the M4 corridor.

The seminars, organized with the support of the Object Management Group (OMG), are designed to deliver a full examination of the strategy, direction and features of CORBA (Common Object Request Broker Architecture). This latest series will also focus on integrating desktop applications with CORBA servers using Orbix for Windows, OCXs, Visual Basic and Java.

As the market leader in CORBA technology, IONA can provide a unique insight into the practical application of the CORBA standard, giving real-life examples of projects and successful implementations. If you are interested in developing distributed, integrated applications across the enterprise, this is a seminar you cannot afford to miss! The day long seminars will give attendees a comprehensive grounding in CORBA both from a management and a technical point of view.

For more information on final dates and venues, contact seminars@iona.com, or phone IONA in Dublin at +353 1 6686522.

I16-H> Orbix/CORBA Training Courses

===================================

IONA Professional Services is increasing the number of open enrolment training courses this year in a bid to keep up with growing demand. It is also starting new modules including a session on Orbix-OLE integration which will commence in April and the Orbix 2 upgrade course available in February.

The schedule for the first quarter of 1996 is as follows:

Building Distributed Applications with Orbix and CORBA:

     12th Feb.        Dublin, Ireland

     26th Feb.        Campbell, CA.

     18th Mar         New Jersey

     25th Mar         Campbell, CA.

Highly Available Distributed Computing using Orbix+ISIS

     22nd April        Boston, MA.

CONTACT: training@iona.com

New course on Orbix-OLE:

This course gives a full introduction to the Orbix-OLE integration that allows OLE applications to easily and transparently invoke operations on remote CORBA objects. Visual Basic is used as the example OLE scripting language.

The course includes the following modules:

     Introduction to the Orbix-OLE Broker

     Binding in Visual Basic

     CORBA Exceptions in VisualBasic

     CORBA Inheritance in VisualBasic

     IDL to OLE Mapping

     Memory Management in VisualBasic

     Filters in OLE Broker

     Smart Proxies in OLE Broker

     Configuring Orbix for Windows

     Configuring Orbix OLE

Smart Proxies in OLE Broker

     Configuring Orbix for Windows

     Configuring Orbix OLE

Course duration is 2 days. Prior knowledge of Orbix is assumed, but a combined Orbix and Orbix-OLE course can be arranged at customers' sites.

The Orbix 2 upgrade course:

Aimed at existing Orbix 1.3 developers, or people with Orbix 1.3 knowledge who wish to develop Orbix 2 applications. This course covers all of the new features of Orbix 2, including:

     IIOP

     CORBA 2.0 IDL to C++ mapping

     Differences from the Orbix 1.3 mapping

     Memory management in Orbix 2

     Porting Orbix 1.3 applications to Orbix 2

     API and behavioural enhancements

I16-I> IONA's Roadshow Keeps on Trucking

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1996 will be another busy year for IONA staff in their endeavour to bring the CORBA message to the people.

Forthcoming trade shows:

VBITS -- 12-14 February

Booth #315, Marriot Hotel, San Francisco, CA.

Uniforum -- 14-16 February

Booth #552, Moscone Center, San Francisco, CA.

Object World Boston -- 7-9 May

Booth #823, Hynes Convention Center, Boston, MA.

Please feel free to drop by and visit IONA or our partners at any or all of these shows.

I15-J> Current Platforms

=========================

The standard Orbix C++ CORBA implementation, runs on the following

platforms:

OS                                    Compiler

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Solaris 2.x                           SPARCompiler C++  4.x

Solaris 2.x                           SPARCompiler C++  3.0.2

Solaris 2.x                           GNU g++ 2.6.2

                                      (with libg++ 2.6.2 libraries)

Solaris 2.x                           GNU g++ 2.7

Solaris x86                           PROCompiler 3.0.1

SunOS 4.1.x (Solaris 1.0.1)           SPARCompiler C++ 4.x

SunOS 4.1.x (Solaris 1.0.1)           SPARCompiler C++  3.0.2

SunOS 4.1.x (Solaris 1.0.1)           GNU g++ 2.6.2

                                      (with libg++ 2.6.2 libraries)

SunOS 4.1.x (Solaris 1.0.1)           GNU g++ 2.7

Hewlett Packard HP/UX 10              HP C++ A. 3.20

Hewlett Packard HP/UX 9.x             HP C++ A. 3.20

Silicon Graphics IRIX 5.x             Native C++

IBM AIX 3.2.5                         C++ set

DEC Alpha OSF/1 2.0 (Digital Unix)    DEC C++

DEC Ultrix 4.3                        DEC C++

Novell UnixWare 2.0                   Native

Siemens Nixdorf Sinix                 Native

Windows NT 3.5                        Microsoft Visual C++ 2.0

Windows 3.1x (with OLE integration)   Visual C++ 1.5

Orbix is also available on OS/2, Mac, VxWorks, QNX, and OpenVMS AXP.

Orbix-RT

Orbix Real-time, is currently available on VxWorks and QNX.

Orbix-MT

Orbix Multithreading, add-on package available for Solaris, Digital Unix, HP/UX and bundled with Orbix on Windows NT

Orbix+Isis

Fault Tolerant Orbix on Solaris and HP/UX.

UIM/Orbix

Integration with the UIM/X GUI builder. UIM/Orbix is available on Solaris, HP/UX and SunOS.

Contact info@iona.com for information on any supported platform, beta-support@iona.com for beta programme information.

I15-K>  New Documents

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Mailserver Keyword       Actual Filename      Contents

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directory:  Press_Releases/

press34                  Press34.txt        * Announcement w.r.t.

                                              Ericsson opting for

                                              Orbix as international

                                              CORBA standard

press35                  Press35.txt        * Announcement w.r.t Orbix

                                              for Java

press36                  Press36.txt        * IONA/I-Kinetics release

directory: White_Papers/

java.doc                java.doc            * Management introduction

                                              to Orbix for Java

                                              (msword)

java.ps                 java.ps.Z           * Management introduction

                                              to Orbix for Java

Instructions:

There are several means of obtaining the above documents:

     electronic mail server     - server@iona.com

     anonymous ftp file server  - ftp ftp.iona.com

     World Wide Web             - http://www.iona.com/

     air mail document manager  - editor@iona.com

To receive the article from our mail server include the Mailserver Keyword in the body of an email. For example, to obtain the MS Word version of our Orbix for Windows 3.1 introduction, simply send mail to server@iona.com and include the word "win31.doc" in the body of the mail.

NOTE: You can only have one keyword per mail. Only the keyword will

work.

Request the "Help" file for more details

For Further Information Contact

IONA Technologies, Inc.,                 IONA Technologies Ltd.,

55 Fairbanks Blvd.,                      8-34 Percy Place,

Marlboro, MA 01752                       Dublin 4, Ireland.

Phone: 508-460 6868                      +353-1-668 6522

Fax: 508-460 6099                        +353-1-668 6573

Email: info@iona.com

In the USA and Canada call: 1-800-orbix4u (672 4948).


WinNewt Develops Newton Scripts on Windows
ANNOUNCING WINNEWT 1.1 FOR WINDOWS

WinNewt provides tools that allow the Newton programmer to develop NewtonScript applications on a Microsoft Windows-based PC. The developer selects the Views (templates for application items such as buttons, check boxes or input lines) from a Palette window. These views can then be drawn, moved or resized with a mouse in the Layout window. Once the appearance of the application is complete, NewtonScript code determining the actions of the various Views is written in the Browser window. The completed application can then be saved, printed, exported to a text file, or downloaded to a Newton MessagePad running Steve Weyer's Slurpee 1.6 or later. Using Mr. Weyer's Newt 3.1 (or later) development environment, executable packages for the Newton can be created.

AVAILABILITY

WinNewt is available on the AMUG submissions folder, uiowa submission folder, and America Online (Keyword: PDA).

WinNewt also has its own page on the World Wide Web, located at:

     http://members.aol.com/WinNewt/WinNewt.html

At this site users can download the most current version, read answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ), view sample images of WinNewt screens from an example application design project, or obtain technical support.

PLATFORMS SUPPORTED

WinNewt will run under Windows 3.1, Windows 3.11, Windows for WorkGroups 3.11, Windows95, OS/2 versions supporting Windows 3.1 or later, and Unix PCs running Wabi 2.1 or later.

For more information, contact author Tim Hodges via e-mail at WinNewt@aol.com.


Carley Creations Car Care Software
New software releases from Carley Creations:

CARLEY'S CAR CARE GUIDE

Everything you need to know to take better care of your care is included in this informative and useful program. Preventative maintenance recommendations and insights on car care help the average motorist better understand how his vehicle works and what needs to be done to keep it in good running condition. Topics covered include fluid and filter changes, tune-ups, battery and charging system, brakes, suspension, tires, and more. Detailed articles cover new technology such as air bags, computer engine controls, emissions testing, and antilock brakes. Version 1.1 also includes information on the new Motorist Assurance Program (MAP) as well as updated service information on the 1996 model year vehicles. Also included is a huge glossary of automotive terms. Carley's Car Care Guide includes numerous illustrations. It is a DOS program that can be run under Windows or Windows 95. System requirements: mouse, color VGA monitor, 2 MB hard disk space, 3.5 inch 1.44MB floppy drive. Retail price is $14.95

VETGUIDE

The latest version 1.6 covers 1953 through 1996 Corvettes, plus a sneak preview of what may be the 1997 Corvette. Vetguide is a quick referenc equide for any Corvette enthusiast. Included are images of each model year, major features, engines and various vehicle components. Information is provided covering feature offerings and changes for each model year, production figures, serial numbers, engine options and horsepower ratings, etc. Also includes Corvette trivia questions, glossary of Corvette terms, sources of Corvette parts and literature, clubs and more. Vetguide is a DOS program that will run under Windows or Windows 95. System requirements: mouse, color VGA monitor (capable of support 256 colors in 640 x 480 resolution or better), 2MB hard disk space, 3.5 inch 1.44MB floppy disk drive. Price: $14.95

SENSOR GUIDE

A quick reference guide to engine and vehicle sensors for the professional automotive service technician. Covers oxygen sensors, throttle position sensors, MAP sensors, knock sensors, airflow sensors, temperature sensors, wheel speed sensors, vehicle speed sensors and other sensors on today's vehicles. Text and graphics cover sensor operation, including typical waveforms for diagnostic analysis, also typical test values and reference specs. Sensor Guide is a DOS program that can be run under Windows or Windows 95. System requirements: mouse, color VGA monitor, 3 MB hard disk space, 3.5 inch 1.44MB floppy drive. Price: $19.95.

CARTECH Q & A

Answers to 150 commonly asked questions about automotive repair. Written for the average motorist, this menu driven program covers everything from diagnosing noises and hard starting to questions about wheel alignments, brake jobs, emissions testing, tune-ups and more. Very thorough and the most up-to-date information that's available on a broad range of subjects. Includes numerous illustrations. CARTECH Q & A is a DOS program that can be run under Windows or Windows 95. System requirements: mouse, color VGA monitor, 2 MB hard disk space, 3.5 inch 1.44MB floppy disk drive. Price: $14.95.

All inquires can be directed to:

Carley Creations

5556 Clarendon Hills Road

Clarendon Hills, IL 60514

708-920-0239

e-mail: lcarley256@aol.com


Crescent Internet ToolPak for Visual Basic
Crescent Delivers First Comprehensive Set of VB Tools For Building Internet-Enabled Applications

Bedford, Mass., USA, January 16, 1995 -- The Crescent Division of Progress Software Corporation (NASDAQ: PRGS) today announced the immediate availability of Crescent Internet ToolPak, a high-level toolset that enables Visual Basicr developers to more easily build internetworked Windowsapplications and utilities.

Unique from other Internet tools, Crescent Internet ToolPak shields users from low-level programming and the necessity of learning many complex Internet protocols (e.g., SMTP, POP, HTML, etc.). Built specifically to complement the Visual Basic Version 4 environment, Crescent Internet ToolPak is event-driven, and conforms to applicable RFC standards.

Internet ToolPak allows Visual Basic developers to create sophisticated Internet-enabled applications with a minimum of coding through the use of a set of OCX controls and an Internet mail "Wizard." As an integrated suite of OLE controls, Crescent Internet ToolPak ensures compatibility between controls, and the ability to build sophisticated applications with confidence. Crescent Internet ToolPak also includes numerous demonstrations and sample programs to shorten the learning curve.

"For Visual Basic developers, the Internet and World Wide Web play an increasingly important role in the development and deployment of applications. Crescent Internet ToolPak answers a rising market demand for Internet-enabling tools," said Jennifer J. Bergantino, director of the Crescent Division of Progress Software. "The excitement around Internet ToolPak reinforces our position as the leading-edge Visual Basic tool and component provider."

Crescent Internet ToolPak consists of six 32-bit OCX controls and an Internet mail Wizard for building Internet-enabled applications in Visual Basic. The tools include:

* Two Internet Mail controls -- Used for creating Internet e-mail applications supporting POP and SMTP mail protocols. Support includes mail sending, monitoring, receiving and of messages. Unique to this control is the ability to receive mail from multiple server sites without changing configurations. These controls allow Visual Basic developers to quickly build mail-enabled applications suited to the needs of their organizations.

* Newsgroup control -- Used for creating applications involving communication with USENET newsgroups. The newsgroup control can be used to create "intelligent news reader" applications, allowing users to get the information they need without time- consuming "surfing."

* Web/http control -- Used for creating customized World Wide Web client applications. This control is used to read/write data from and to Web sites. This allows Visual Basic developers to take full advantage of the power of the World Wide Web without coding to the protocol level, for example to build a customized "Web searcher" in Visual Basic.

* FTP control -- Used for creating FTP applications supporting file transfers to and from FTP servers, and for monitoring FTP sites for the posting of new files.

* Client/Server control -- Used for creating applications involving TCP/IP messaging and file transfer, using the industry-standard TCP/IP protocol. TCP/IP has become the de facto standard for messaging and file transfer, and this control will mask many of the intricacies of TCP/IP, and ease development in Visual Basic.

* Internet Mail Wizard -- The Wizard improves programmer productivity, by providing the Visual Basic developer with multiple-choice questions about the Internet mail application s/he would like to build. The user's response is then used to tailor a mail application to the user's specifications, with a minimum of coding. Source code for this Wizard is also provided, to speed further customization efforts.

Crescent Internet ToolPak requires Visual Basic Version 4.0, and supports 32-bit applications development. Internet ToolPak is priced at $199.00 (U.S. list). Crescent Internet ToolPak is available through numerous Crescent resellers worldwide or by calling Crescent at 800-352-2742 (outside the U.S. at 01-617-280-3000), as well as through their Web site at http://www.progress.com/crescent or through Internet mail at crescent@progress.com.

Crescent, headquartered in Bedford, Massachusetts, is dedicated to enhancing the success of Visual Basic developers by delivering tools and services that heighten their productivity and provide the foundation for creating reliable, scalable, business-critical applications. By leveraging a 10-year track record of developing successful tools and components for the BASIC and Windows/Visual Basic environments, Crescent provides components and corporate and client/server solutions to its customers worldwide. Through constant interaction with application developers, Crescent develops and markets a broad array of products, services and support options uniquely suited to the corporate Visual Basic market.

Progress Software Corporation, headquartered in Bedford, Massachusetts, is a leading supplier of application development and database software to professional IS organizations in business, government and industry worldwide. The PROGRESS product line enables developers to rapidly and economically build and deploy enterprise-class client/server applications for Oracle, Sybase, PROGRESS, SQL Server, ODBC and DB2/400 databases.

Progress Software develops, market and supports the PROGRESS product line directly to IS organizations and through more than 2,300 Application Partners (VARs) who offer thousands of applications to a wide variety of industries. More than $1 billion worth of PROGRESS-based applications are sold each year by Application Partners globally. Progress Software markets and supports its products in over 60 countries through a network of 18 subsidiaries and more than 30 distributors throughout Europe, Australia, Latin America and Asia.

   CONTACT: Mike Mitsock                       Jim Sheehan

            Stephen Zamierowski                Kim Miller

            Crescent/Progress                  The Weber Group

            (617) 280-4627/4360                (617) 520-7030/7034

    E-mail: crescent@progress.com              jsheehan@weber.com

   Web URL: http://www.progress.com/crescent   kmiller@weber.com


DOT Emergency Response Guidebook
New DOT ERG software available (NewtDOT)

The Blair Group is pleased to announce the release of a computerized version of the DOT Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG). This little orange lifesaver from the Department of Transportation is now available for the Newton PDA.

You can search for a chemical name fragment, Placard, or UN/NA number, and hyperlinks take you to the proper Guide Number or Isolation Table. B&W pictures aid in identifying placards. The full text, from the Shipping Papers description to the Hazardous Materials Classes is included, as is a comprehensive on-line help system.

Cost for NewtDOT is:

$79.95 US for a single-user Newton license.

159.95 US for a Newton site license; unlimited use at one facility. Demo disks are free. Please contact us for Corporate licenses. Fire and Police Departments receive a 20 dollar discount. This product is not endorsed by the DOT.

e-mail for a free demo disk

http://www.neca.com/~markcih/blair.html


Pocket Doc Medical Record for Newton MsgPad
Pocket Doc, the Leading Computerized Medical Record for the Newton MessagePad, Now Supports the New Newton 2.0 Operating System.

January 10, 1996, MacWorld, San Francisco. - This new mobile electronic medical record system streamlines the administrative practices of patient treatment. Pocket Doc allows healthcare providers and ancillary staff to provide the highest standards of treatment, while reducing unnecessary paperwork, and as a result, offers the practitioner more time to see patients. The Apple Newton MessagePad is used to collect and evaluate information at the point of care. The Pocket Doc system is designed for inpatient, outpatient and multi-site patient management practices. Data may be transmitted to both Windows and Macintosh platforms.

Pocket Doc is the perfect clinical tool for those providers without the time to become computer literate (i.e., no keyboard). Dictation costs are virtually eliminated using PHYSIX' proprietary document processing technology. Now with the "tap of a pen" a provider can complete an entire patient record, send prescriptions to the pharmacy, collect billing information, and access a great amount of medical data. A built-in drug reference reduces medication dosing errors, significant drug interactions, or contraindications. The billing process is also simplified with on-line selection of ICD-9/CPT codes.

By reducing unnecessary administrative tasks, providers can spend more time managing their patients, not their paperwork. Specialty-based clinical templates assure providers all pertinent questions are answered and immediately recorded. With the new wireless client-server system, existing records are immediately accessed, reviewed and updated and patient outcomes and resource utilization information are also collected. "The combination of Newton 2.0 and Pocket Doc provides a compelling point-of-care solution for healthcare providers and is an excellent example of the kinds of innovative products being developed for the Newton platform.," said Mike Lundgren, Manager, Vertical Market Sales for Apple's Newton Systems Group. "We are pleased to have also awarded PHYSIX the Premier Systems Integrator Award in recognition of its achievements."

Pocket Doc is also now available as part of the "MedPak" bundle offered by Education Research Laboratories, Inc. (ERLI) and Physix, as a medical reference and patient management tool set for clinicians. Complementing ERLI's leadership in the Newton digital book market, Pocket Doc joins the "MedPak" as the only complete computerized healthcare record solution available for the Newton.

Taking advantage of the Newton 2.0 OS features, Pocket Doc v1.2 runs faster, and allows for enhanced desktop connectivity, which translates into increased productivity at the most important patient/physician interface -- the point-of-care.


Medical Extensions for Newton 2.0
TACTILE SHIPS MEDICAL EXTENSIONS FOR NEWTON 2.0

San Francisco, California-January 9, 1996-Fullfilling the need for an inexpensive medical organizer on the Newton platform, Tactile Systems, Inc. shipped it's "Medical Extensions for Newton 2.0" at the 1996 MacWorld San Francisco show. Tactile's Medical Extensions adds clinically relevent fields to the Apple MessagePad's built in Names file. Using the software any person in the names file can have medical information recorded. Diagnosis, prescription, hospitalization, referral, health maintenance and many other clincally relevant pieces of information can be captured. Hospitals can also be added to the Names file with their relevant phone numbers for admissions, laboratory, emergency room, etc.

Medical Extensions is Tactile System's first introduction into the off the shelf software arena. The company had previously been devoted to custom programming. Tactile's prior projects included a Newton client to a national outcomes database for hand therapists, a variance tracker for critical pathway information used by nurse case managers, a route sales application, an inventory application and an application used for construction cost estimating.

Tactile's Medical Extensions forms the heart of Tactile's "Medical Application Suite" for Newton 2.0. In the development pipeline for shipment this quarter are a prescription writer, a module to record laboratory data and a transcription application for recording clinical notes. "We wanted to give users the choice of deciding what features they wanted to pay for. By using the approach of a suite of applications we can appeal to the entry level user as well as the power user." said. Vernon Huang, MD, co-founder and Medical Director of the one year old company. "This application is meant to be a memory tool to help the busy clinician remember the bullet points about their patients. It's not meant to be a full medical record; that's something else we're working on."

Asked about the product, Robert Bruce, co-founder and Principal Engineer at Tactile stated "I'm a perfectionist and won't release anything until it's absolutely finished. Using this modular approach allows me to do that. Also, we don't tie up a lot of storage and heap memory on users machines for features that they may not want to use." Because Tactile's Medical Extensions store data in the built in Names file, meetings and phone calls to patients, hospitals and consultants can be created and logged with the functionality that is built into every Newton 2.0 machine.

Tactile's Medical Extensions for Newton 2.0 is available from PDA Direct and Newton Source as well as directly from Tactile Systems (800-5-NEWTON). The introductory price is $50 until March 31st, 1996. Purchasers of the product will also receive a discount coupon for LandWare's "QuickNames Pro" application.

Tactile Systems is a privately held company with offices in the Denver and Seattle areas. Tactile develops custom solutions for industry and healthcare as well as software for healthcare, inventory control and sales force automation.

Contact:

Vernon W. Huang, MD

Partner/Medical Director

(206)489-0449

Tactile's home page on the World Wide Web:

http://rainbow.rmii.com/~rbruce/tactile.html


Parallel Performance FREE Email Newsletters
Parallel Performance Group, of Sedona, AZ, announces a series of FREE E-Mail Newsletters on high-tech software topics.

Below is a list of the topics discussed in these Newsletters:

  Business Process Reengineering

  Real-Time Multiprocessing/Uniprocessing DSP

  Multiprocessing

  Neural Networks/Fuzzy Logic/Fuzzy Control

  Parallel Processing

  Animation/Solid Modelling

  Distributed Processing

  Mechanical Design Automation

  Object-Oriented CASE Tools

  CAD for Industrial and Architectural Design

  Project Management

  Discrete and Continuous Simulation

  Image Processing

  Medical Imaging

  Graphical Application Interfaces

  Virtual Reality

  Statistical Analysis

  Volume Visualization

To receive more information, please send any e-mail to info@ppgsoft.com; this will return a more detailed listing of the Newsletters, and instructions on how to receive sample copies and subscriptions.

Visit Our Web site at http://www.ppgsoft.com/ppgsoft for detailed information on high-tech software products, presented with pleasing professional graphics.


UltraDock Docking Station Expanded
Newer Technology Expands Full Service UltraDock With 10BaseT Ethernet Capabilities for PowerBook Duo Computers

WICHITA, Kan. -- 01/18/95 -- Newer Technology is expanding the capabilities of its portable docking station, UltraDock, with the addition of 10BaseT Ethernet. The UltraDock also offers vivid 16-bit color output and ports for audio, SCSI, external floppy and ADB connections.

"PowerBook Duo owners can transfer data at up to 10 MB/sec on any 10BaseT Ethernet network using the UltraDock 16sce," stated Gene Hildebrandt, vice president of sales and marketing at Newer Technology. "The UltraDock 16sce packs every desktop feature you need into one highly portable and affordable package."

The UltraDock 16sce not only offers a fast transfer rate, it automatically senses the network media and warns the user of any problems. A Control Panel displays SNMP statistics on the entire Ethernet segment and provides error counts as well. Built-in diagnostics include cable disconnection indication and three levels of loopback testing that ensure proper functioning.

The UltraDock 16sce provides 16-bit color output on monitors up to 14 inches (8-bit color on monitors from 15 inches to 21 inches). Hildebrandt added, "UltraDock 16sce is compatible with 13- to 21-inch Apple displays as well as most third party displays and RGB and VGA monitors." Users may also attach ADB and SCSI devices to their PowerBook Duo as well as audio speakers and an external floppy drive. Retail price for the UltraDock 16sce is $575 with a street price estimated to be $510.

Newer Technology also offers several low cost, pocket-size "specialized" MicroDock docking solutions weighing about five ounces. They include:

Color MicroDock - which features 8-bit color output along with an audio port to add speakers and an ADB port to connect such ADB devices as a full-size keyboard, a mouse, etc.

Ethernet MicroDock - featuring the same 10BaseT Ethernet found on the

UltraDock 16sce. Comes with 10 feet of 10BaseT cable with an RJ45

connection. An ADB port is also included.

Floppy MicroDock - for the connection of either a Newer Technology or Apple external floppy drive to load applications or transfer files. ADB port is also a standard feature.

PC Card MicroDock - to connect a Newer Technology PC Card Drive to take full advantage of the ease and power of PC Card technology. Also includes an ADB port.

SCSI MicroDock - featuring a SCSI port to attach SCSI devices such as hard drives, SyQuest drives, CD-ROM, magneto-optic drives and scanners. An ADB port is also included.

In addition to docking solutions, Newer Technology provides PowerBook upgrades that include memory upgrades and a variety of PC Cards including Flash RAM memory in 5MB, 10MB, 20MB, 30MB and 40MB sizes; a 28.8/14.4 data/fax modem; Ethernet; and a VideoIn/Capture Card.

For more information, contact Newer Technology, 7803 E. Osie St., Suite 105, Wichita, KS 67207, phone 800-678-3726 or 316-685-4904, fax 316-685-9368. E-mail may be addressed to: sales@newertech.com, or Web Site: http://www.newertech.com.


ICVERIFY Wireless Credit Card Authorization
ICVERIFY, INC. PROVIDES INDUSTRY'S FIRST WIRELESS CREDIT CARD AUTHORIZATION CAPABILITY FOR PC POINT-OF-SALE APPLICATIONS

"POS on the Move" Demonstrated in the ICVERIFY, Inc. and Bell Atlantic NYNEX Mobile Booths at the National Retail Federation Show

NEW YORK, Jan. 14, 1996 -- In a revolutionary move to bring wireless communications to the Point-of-Sale (POS) world, ICVERIFY, Inc. announced that its popular ICVERIFY software has been enhanced to support processing of credit/debit card transactions via cellular communications on a PC. For the first time, merchants and vendors of goods and services have the freedom and versatility to conduct wireless POS transactions from any remote PC where cellular service is provided. Both ICVERIFY, Inc. (Booth #2505) and Bell Atlantic NYNEX Mobile (Booth #2413) are demonstrating the new Cellular Digital Packet Data (CDPD) version of ICVERIFY software this week at the National Retail Federation Show. The product is available this quarter.

CDPD technology lets the cellular network carry the "1s" and "0s" of digital code. Data might originate as e-mail, a credit card swipe or a service order and the information can be transmitted wirelessly in seconds for just pennies.

A PC-based CDPD solution for credit/debit card processing offers merchants unlimited mobility, provides the best possible transaction processing rates, allows integration of transaction information with both local POS software as well as corporate information systems, supports faster transaction processing due to the elimination of the call connect times and provides security via fully encrypted transmission of transaction data. Merchants are freed from the constraints of a land-line telephone network.

"Both field sales force organizations and traditional fixed site merchants will benefit by having card swipe applications on a PC," said Mike Franklin, Bell Atlantic NYNEX Mobile Director of Wireless Data Marketing. "Mobile Sales forces can use their laptops to check inventory, close orders or collect orders on the spot. Fixed location merchants now have the option to perform wireless credit card, debit card and check payment transactions using their existing PC."

Gensar Merchant Processing, Inc., dba FirstNet, integrates Bell Atlantic NYNEX Mobile's AirBridge Packet service into its transaction processing solutions for merchants. According to Elizabeth Hubbard, Project Manager of CDPD for FirstNet, " This is the first time where we can offer both traditional and non-traditional retail a complete wireless solution. A large retailer can easily reconfigure floor space without the time and expense of moving standard phone or leased line wiring. A small goods or service provider can process transactions face-to-face virtually anywhere. This is the most positive step toward replacing old-fashioned phone lines."

Tom Aden, President and COO of ICVERIFY, Inc. agrees. "Cellular technology lets merchants unplug POS transactions from the constraints of wired systems. Our PC-based solution provides merchants the mobility required to keep up with changing retail environments while enhancing their existing information systems. ICVERIFY is continually looking for innovative solutions, such as CDPD connectivity, which our customers can incorporate into their businesses to make them more competitive."

ICVERIFY Enhances Payment Processing

The benefits of a PC-based, wireless technology solution for transaction processing serves both traditional retail as well as non-traditional retail environments. CDPD opens new markets for secure, remote transaction processing such as transportation, delivery and repair services, kiosks and festival/event retail.

ICVERIFY software delivers the ability to securely handle banking transactions on all PC-, Windows-, UNIX- and Macintosh-based Point-of-Sale/Business systems. The software runs as a "Pop-Up" over existing DOS Point-of-Sale software, in a Window on Microsoft Windows systems or it can be integrated to run invisibly on any open, POS/business system platform. Running directly on a PC Point-of-Sale system eliminates error and fraud resulting from double entry of transaction amounts inherent in the use of bank terminals. Further, ICVERIFY allows up to nine years of transaction information to be stored on the system and that information is valuable throughout a merchant's business from finance to marketing.

ICVERIFY, Inc.

ICVERIFY, Inc., a privately held corporation based in Oakland, Calif., is the leading provider of credit authorization/draft capture, check guarantee and debit/ATM card authorization software for open platform, Point-of-Sale/business systems worldwide. ICVERIFY, Inc.'s software is distributed internationally through software developers, catalogues, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and independent sales organizations (ISOs) for credit card processors. ICVERIFY, Inc.'s solutions are used in both traditional retail (general retail, restaurant, hotel, car rental, travel) and non-traditional retail (Internet, kiosk, catalogue, mail/phone order) environments. ICVERIFY is supported by a growing network of more than 1,500 software developers and integrators and is certified for transaction processing by more than 80 major processing networks.

Bell Atlantic NYNEX Mobile

Bell Atlantic NYNEX Mobile, headquartered in Bedminster, NJ, is the largest wireless service provider on the East Coast and the second largest provider in the United States. The Company offers a full range of wireless voice, data and paging communications solutions to its three million customers in the Northeast, mid-Atlantic, Southeast, and, through a separate subsidiary,, in the Southwest. The Company was formed in July 1995 through the combination of Bell Atlantic Mobile's and NYNEX Mobile's cellular operations. The new Company has more than 5,000 employees.

Gensar Merchant Services. Inc. dba FirstNet

Gensar Merchant Services, Inc. dba FirstNet is a wholly owned subsidiary, of GENSAR Holdings, Inc. headquartered in Fort Washington, PA. GENSAR Holdings, Inc. is a major supplier of high quality Point-of-Sale processing. FirstNet is a quality supplier of general POS processing applications, merchant accounting, settlement and fraud control services. GENSAR provides hundreds of customized solutions to banks, independent service organization and major corporations with processing applications. GENSAR solutions are known for their innovative approaches, flexibility and the ability to fully customize to suit customer requirements.

ICVERIFY Inc

473 Roland Way

Oakland, CA 94621

Phone (510) 553-7500

Fax (510) 553-7553

Fax On Demand (510) 553-7555

CompuServe: GO ICVERIFY

Internet info@icverify


HTS Chemicals on CD-ROM

Chemical Design is pleased to announce the release of a unique source of diverse molecules for high-throughput screening (HTS) programs, the valuable HTS Chemicals CD-ROM. Agreements with leading chemical suppliers have allowed their catalogs to be gathered on a single CD-ROM for easy access and retrieval. Using Chem-Xs established chemical database technology, these catalogs can be searched both by 2D structure and data field (including formula and molecular weight) for rapid selection of compounds for testing.

For each catalog on the CD-ROM, the diversity of the molecules it contains is expressed using Chemical Design's innovative pharmacophore key. This key represents all the pharmacophores exhibited by molecules in the catalog. Comparison of pharmacophore keys enables compounds with new or untested pharmacophores to be easily identified for purchase to complement existing corporate databases.

HTS Chemicals contains details of price, availability, unit cost and quantity, with Chemical Design's powerful searching software included without additional cost. Currently comprising over 170,000 chemical compounds from several different sources, HTS Chemicals is now available from Chemical Design by subscription. Quarterly updates, including access to new chemical catalogs, will be released. HTS Chemicals is available for a wide range of platforms, including MS-Windows and Windows 95, Macintosh and Power Macintosh, VMS and UNIX.

The current release of HTS Chemicals includes the following catalogs, all containing in excess of 30,000 structures:

* ChemBridge Corporation      -- Compounds from Russian sources

* Maybridge Chemical Company  -- Drug-like molecules and intermediates

* Contact Service Company     -- Rare organic compounds for screening

                                 and research

* ComGenex                    -- Aromatic and heteroaromatic compounds

Chemical Design also supplies a large range of 2D, 3D and reaction databases, including Chapman & Hall Dictionaries and InfoChem reaction databases, in a format compatible with Chem-X For further information, please contact Chemical Design at the numbers above or by e-mail to CHEMX@applelink.apple.com.

Chemical Design Inc.

200 Route 17 South, Suite 120

Mahwah NJ 07430

(201) 529-3323,  Fax: (201) 529-2443


Capcom Releases Mega Man X3 for SNES
CAPCOM ANNOUNCES THE RELEASE OF MEGA MAN X3 FOR THE SUPER NINTENDO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM

SUNNYVALE, Calif., -- January 19, 1996 -- Capcom Entertainment Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Capcom Co., Ltd., today announced the release of Mega Man X3 and the availability of Breath of Fire 2 and Final Fight 3 for Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES). Capcom's next SNES title is Marvel Super Heroes: War of the Gems which is scheduled to release in April.

Mega Man X 3 picks up the adventures of the Mega Man of the future where they left off at the end of the second game. Zero has been re-assembled and the X-Hunters have been destroyed, so things are looking up for Mega Man X. Or so one would think. Sigma has also been repaired, and has hinted at a fiendish plot to do in Mega Man X. With a little luck, and judicious use of Dr. Light's Power-Up capsules, Mega Man X may be able to dash, jump, and Mega-blast his way through Sigma's traps. Mega Man X3 will sell at a suggest retail price of $73.95*

Breath of Fire 2 centers around Ryu, a descendant of the hero from Breath of Fire, who must assemble a team of able-bodied adventurers to save the universe from the evil machinations of Habaruku, a twisted cult leader bent upon opening the gate to another dimension and freeing an evil that transcends human imagination. The game clocks in at 24 megs, and offers more features than ever before, such as a customizable town, hidden characters, spells that interact with the characters' environments, and incredibly powerful magic and weapons. It is available at a suggest retail price of $73.95*.

Final Fight 3 has Mike Haggar at it again in Capcom's popular side-scrolling action game. In this sequel, Guy and Mike Haggar return in an all-new battle with the forces of the Mad Gear Gang in this high-intensity punch and kick fest. Players must learn each character's special moves to knock-out hordes of angry gang members, while picking up weapons and power-ups to assist in stomping the baddies. It sells at a suggested retail price of $68.95*.

Marvel Super Heroes: War of the Gems teams-up Marvel Comics and Capcom once again in another great SNES title based on characters from the Marvel Universe. This game will feature characters such as Spider-Man, Woverine, Iron Man, Captain America, the Hulk, and a host of other super-heroes and super-villians in a side-scrolling fighting adventure. Players will be thrilled to adopt the guise of their favorite hero in the battle against evil. War of the Gems will sell at a suggested retail price of $68.95*.

Capcom Entertainment, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Capcom Co., Ltd., is a leading force in the multi-billion dollar interactive entertainment industry. The company develops, markets, and distributes computer entertainment software for personal computers and home video games for Super Nintendo, Sony PlayStation and Sega Saturn. Capcom Entertainment, Inc., is based in Sunnyvale, Calif.

CAPCOM ENTERTAINMENT, Inc.

475 Oakmead Parkway

Sunnyvale, CA 94086

(408) 774-0500


Integrated Wireless cc:Mail Enablement
WIRELESS TELECOM ANNOUNCES A PRE-CONFIGURED INTEGRATED SOLUTION FOR WIRELESS cc:MAIL ENABLEMENT

AURORA, Colo., January 22, 1996-Wireless Telecom Inc. (WTI), the nation's leading provider of mobile data network products and services, today announced immediate availability of a pre-configured integrated wireless data solution that allows Lotus cc:Mail Mobile users to automatically send and receive messages at any time from any location. This turnkey solution was created by WTI with products and services from GTE Mobilnet, Motorola and Sierra Wireless.

"Market interest in AirMobile Wireless Software for cc:Mail from Motorola is high and gives resellers a significant selling opportunity," said Rob Balgley, president of Wireless Telecom. "Involvement by key partners such as Motorola, GTE Mobilnet and Sierra Wireless is crucial to our being able to create integrated solutions for the mobile data market."

The Wireless cc:Mail Solution provides a simple, cost-effective method for moving beyond regular dial-up e-mail access. Built around AirMobile software from Motorola, this solution delivers e-mail to users automatically wherever they are. Because charges are based on the amount of data transmitted, not connect time, the combination of AirMobile and GTE Mobilnet cellular digital packet data (CDPD) service makes it possible for the user to have the cost-effective, full-time connection required to operate in a virtual office environment.

The bundle serves five mobile users and includes a five pack of Motorola's AirMobile software, CDPD airtime from GTE Mobilnet, six PocketPlus multi-mode modems from Sierra Wireless (five for mobile users and one for the host), and 30 days of free technical support from Wireless Telecom. WTI-developed direct mail and telemarketing efforts begin the end of January.

AirMobile Software Products, a business unit of Motorola Wireless Data Group, develops and markets advanced wireless software products, including software development tools, mobile communications servers and solutions that wirelessly enable existing LAN-based applications. AirMobile software products directly address the challenges inherent in low-bandwidth, variable latency wireless wide-area networks and support applications including electronic mail, file transfer, dispatching, faxing and peer-to-peer messaging. AirMobile Wireless Software for cc:Mail and AirMobile for Notes were developed using the AirMobile Software Development Kit, which is enabled by the InstantRF wireless middleware tool set from Nettech Systems.

About Wireless Telecom

Wireless Telecom, Inc. is the nation's leading provider of wireless data network products and services. Wireless Telecom, Inc., headquartered in Aurora, Colo., was founded in 1993 to provide single-source access to mobile computing and wireless data communications products, applications software, carrier and gateway services, education and technical support with the goal of meeting the wireless communications needs of business professionals.

Wireless Telecom Inc

3025 South Parker Rd, Suite 1000

Aurora, CO 80014-2931

303-338-4200,  fax 303-338-4250


INFORIUM LivePAGE WebMaster Software
Powerful New Software Tool from INFORIUM Makes Web Site Management Easy

January 10th 1996 -- INFORIUM, The Information Atrium Inc., has today announced the release of its LivePAGE WebMaster software. LivePAGE WebMaster harnesses the power of a Relational Database to create, control and manage an entire Web site as a single document.

With LivePAGE WebMaster, users can load all the information contained on an existing Web site, add HTML or text pages, and then quickly create an overall structure using an intuitive drag and drop utility. The entire re-structured site is then loaded into a LivePAGE relational document database. All details of the site, such as links, and upgrading pages to conform with the HTML 2.0 DTD, are managed automatically.

Once the user is satisfied with the site in the database, a simple "press of a button" and a "new and improved" Web site is automatically generated, complete with a dynamic table of contents and navigational buttons. Creating new Web sites is also easier than ever before.

LivePAGE WebMaster is the first software product to use the power of Relational Database technology to manage HTML documents. With this powerful, open, standards-based product, even the largest and most complex Web site can be managed as a single document database.

The software has three powerful components to help manage a complex Web site. The first component is the WebMaster Builder, which takes an existing Web site, individual HTML files, or even text files and permits the user to easily build the basic "structure" of the site. The Builder also contains a built-in utility which automatically "fixes up" the files to a strict HTML 2.0 format.

The LivePAGE Updater component is used to perfect and manage the details of the site. Users point to the section or page they want to work on, and the Updater then temporarily extracts it from the database, saving it to a file, where it can be edited with a standard HTML editor and then returned to its place in the site.

The third and final component is the WebMaster Publisher. This product takes the database and publishes an updated version of the original Web site which can then be stored on any Web Server. It also generates a Table of Contents structure which gives a site visitor a unique and complete overview of the content of the site. The Publisher also provides the ability to automatically create navigational buttons to further assist in site viewing.

At U$1,695, LivePAGE WebMaster is aggressively positioned against much higher priced Web Server based solutions. LivePAGE WebMaster is now shipping and available at an introductory price of U$995.

"HTML Editors are ideal for creating a single page or a small site for the Web, but to easily manage a complex Web site, you need a new tool. The LivePAGE WebMaster is a powerful tool that allows corporations to create and manage their Web sites utilizing their existing investment in Relational Database technology", said Ron Neumann, President of INFORIUM.

LivePAGE software is designed as a family of 2nd generation HTML and SGML products, delivering all the power of SGML while relieving the user of most of its nagging details. INFORIUM was the first company to deliver a solution which stores any SGML file efficiently in a Relational Database.

Established in 1990, INFORIUM is based on research developed at the University of Waterloo and the Waterloo Foundation for the Advancement of Computing (WATFAC). The company is managed by a group of individuals who are extremely well regarded in the computer industry. The management team includes Wes Graham, former Dean of Computing at the University of Waterloo and a co-founder of Watcom; Ron Neumann, former CEO of Waterloo Maple Software; and Eric Mackie, former Head of the Computer Systems Group at the University of Waterloo.

The Information Atrium Inc., (INFORIUM)

158 University Avenue West, Waterloo, ON, Canada N2L 3E9

Tel: (519) 885-2181,  Fax: (519) 746-7362

email: info@inforium.com

WWW: http://www.inforium.com/inforium.html


Synopsys Accord Chemistry Viewer Free on Net
Synopsys Makes Its Accord Chemistry Viewer Available Free On The Internet

January 8, 1996 -- Synopsys Scientific Systems Ltd., a leading provider of chemical information software and database solutions, today announced the availability of its Accord Chemistry Viewer free on the Internet World Wide Web for personal, academic and registered corporate use.

The Accord Chemistry Viewer can be installed as a helper application within Web Browsers, such as NetScape or Mosaic, to retrieve and depict chemical structures and reactions from Web servers stored in a host of chemical formats, including SMILES strings, ChemDraw files, MDL Molfiles and Rxnfiles. The Accord Chemistry Viewer also makes it possible to visualise chemistry stored as MIME attachments in Internet Mail Messages.

Because Accord enables Web Browsers to understand chemistry the way chemists do - using the language of structural diagrams - it's intuitive and very easy to use. The Accord Chemistry Viewer provides a new, flexible approach to visualising chemical data on the Internet. In addition, publication-quality chemical diagrams produced by the Accord Chemistry Viewer can be transferred via the clipboard to other desktop applications quickly and easily for inclusion in internal reports, etc.

Applications of the full Accord Chemistry Viewer extend beyond the Internet. Ian Buchan, Project Manager at Synopsys, commented: "Accord's open, component architecture means that the Chemistry Viewer is an indispensable tool for visualising chemistry on the desktop. This technology is an important component of commercial Accord-based solutions based on OLE, such as Accord for Microsoft Access and the Accord VBX. By making the basic Accord Chemistry Viewer free on the Internet, we hope scientists and information professionals will be better able to communicate good chemistry and, at the same time, tune into the benefits of the Accord component software approach."

Compatibility

The Accord Chemistry Viewer is compatible with Microsoft Windows 3.1 or higher. A Macintosh version is scheduled for release in March 1996.

Availability

Version 1.0 of the Accord Chemistry Viewer is available free of charge and can be downloaded from Synopsys' Home Page at http://www.synopsys.co.uk/. Instructions for installation and use are provided. A stand-alone installation disk and more information on the Accord chemical software suite (Accord for Microsoft Access, Accord for Microsoft Excel, Accord Visual Objects and the Accord Software Development Kit) can be obtained by sending e-mail to sales@synopsys.co.uk

About Synopsys...

Synopsys Scientific Systems is a leading provider of computerised scientific information products and services to the Fine Chemical and Pharmaceutical Industry. Synopsys' flagship Accord software range is used worldwide by scientists to transform raw chemical data into useful information. Synopsys has offices in Europe and the USA, with marketing partners in Japan and Korea.

Synopsys Scientific Systems Ltd

175 Woodhouse Lane

Leeds LS2 3AR

United Kingdom

Telephone: +44(0)113 245 3339

Facsimile: +44(0)113 243 8733

Internet: sales@synopsys.co.uk


Aladdin Rainbow Personal Closed Circuit TV
Aladdin Rainbow -- Color magnification for those with vision loss

January 15, 1996 -- Mountain View, CA -- TeleSensory is pleased to announce a new addition to the Aladdin family, the Aladdin Rainbow. Rainbow is the only one-piece, fully integrated, 14-inch color CCTV available today producing sharp, magnified images in full color and black and white for under $3,000. Building on the success of the award-winning Aladdin personal closed circuit television (CCTV), Rainbow brings the world of color photographs, catalogs, photographs, maps and books to people with limited vision.

Aladdin Rainbow opens the world of reading, writing, privacy and independence by magnifying any print material such as checkbooks, bank statements, lettering on pill bottles or canned goods. Since many people with visual disabilities need enhanced contrast as much as magnification, Aladdin Rainbow allows a reader to control the contrast and brightness of the magnified image for sharp, easy reading.

With Aladdin Rainbow, reading newspapers, magazines, and labels on medicine bottles are regular activities for those with limited vision. Because Aladdin Rainbow produces color images it is also invaluable for reading maps, textbooks, catalogs, and viewing color photographs-activities that many people with limited vision had given up because of their poor vision.

Larry Israel, president of TeleSensory, said, "We've been manufacturing CCTVs for over 25 years, and we just kept making them better, like the new Aladdin Rainbow."

Another top feature of the Aladdin Rainbow is its smooth table platform. Since central vision is often lost because of macular degeneration or other eye conditions, reading materials need to move in order to pass through the remaining peripheral vision. As the table glides smoothly, its range of motion permits reading from top to bottom of a paper or book, so readers begin using their peripheral vision to "read" again.

Mike Tanner in southern California explains his reaction, "I broke into tears the first time I saw a picture of my children with my TeleSensory CCTV." Because of cataract damage, Mike had not seen photographs of his children who lived in another state. Mike now uses one at work and at home.

Aladdin Rainbow will be available at the end of February. It has a two-year warranty and a money back guarantee. Aladdin Rainbows are sold through a national network of distributors who provide free demonstrations in the home, workplace or school. For more information about Aladdin Rainbow call 1-800-804-8004.

TeleSensory

455 North Bernardo Avenue

Mountain View, California 94043-5237

Telephone: 415-335-1800, Fax: 415-335-1816


Word Search Rampage Puzzle Game
Word Search Puzzle Enthusiasts Can Rampage Again

Bountiful, Utah - January 25, 1996 - Insight Software Solutions, Inc. the 1995 Ziff-Davis Shareware Award winner in the Puzzle & Logic category, today announced the release of version 3.0 of their popular puzzle program, Word Search Rampage.

Word Search Rampage, a 1994 Ziff-Davis Shareware Award finalist, has been upgraded with a number of exciting features. Version 3.0 comes equipped with a spell checker and over 300 new puzzles. Word lists can now be exported to a text file. Up to 14 different puzzle layouts for print are available. Puzzle and word list fonts can now be chosen for print or screen play. Other new features include an optional speed bar, increased flexibility of word direction, over twenty optional congratulatory sound files, the ability to assign own sound files, and the option to print answer keys.

Word Search Rampage can be played on the computer or the puzzles can be printed for parties, friends or family. Words can be hidden in up to eight directions within the letter grid. Unlimited puzzles can be created by entering new words or importing them directly from a text file.

Word Search Rampage requires Windows 3.1 or greater. A VGA monitor is also required, with a recommended minimum of 4 MB of Ram and 256 color capability. Initial hard disk space requirements are approximately 3.5 MB. A 32 bit version is scheduled for a March 1996 release.

The program price is $18.00 plus $3.00 shipping and handling Word Search Rampage may be obtained directly from Insight Software Solutions, Inc., P.O. Box 354, Bountiful, UT 84011-0354, Phone: (801)295-1890. Fax: (801)299-1781. A shareware evaluation copy is available through our Home Page at www.smartcode.com/puzzle.

Founded in 1990, Insight Software Solutions, Inc. produces financial, home-office/hobby and educational game software packages.


Word Wrestle V1.1 Puzzle/Word Game
Fast Paced Word Action with Word Wrestle

Bountiful, Utah - January 25, 1996 - Insight Software Solutions, Inc. the 1995 Ziff-Davis Shareware Award winner in the Puzzle & Logic. category, today unveiled the newest addition to its puzzle/word game product line, Word Wrestle ver. 1.1.

Similar to the popular Boggle game, Word Wrestle provides a variety of play options and features sure to please any word game enthusiast. Find as many words in the puzzle as possible within the time limit specified. Check words against the 100,000 word American or British dictionaries built into the program.

Users can play the game on the screen or print puzzles to compete against an opponent. Word Wrestle comes complete with an unlimited number of puzzle possibilities, allowing for endless hours of fun and learning.

"We have tried to develop a word game for the computer that is entertaining, yet can also help people improve spelling, vocabulary and word recognition skills," said M. Stanton Jones, Vice

President of Insight Software Solutions, Inc. "Word Wrestle accomplishes that goal."

Designed for teachers, students and puzzle aficionados, Word Wrestle can be used by people of all ages and educational levels. Custom puzzles may also be created to ensure usage of one's own words.

Options include a variable puzzle grid size and an adjustable timer for establishing game length.

Word Wrestle also allows users to assign their own point values for each word length. Points are automatically tallied at games' end by checking words found in the puzzle against the supplied dictionary. Optional penalties may be applied for misspelled words, words not actually in the puzzle or listing words shorter than the minimum length specified. Words may be added or deleted from the supplied dictionary.

Word Wrestle requires Windows 3.1 or greater. A VGA monitor is also required, with a recommended minimum of 4 MB of Ram and 256 color capability. Initial hard disk space requirements are approximately 2 MB. A 32 bit version is scheduled for a March 1996 release.

The program price is $18.00 plus $3.00 shipping and handling. Word Wrestle may be obtained directly from Insight Software Solutions, Inc., P.O. Box 354, Bountiful, UT 84011-0354, Phone: (801)295-1890. Fax: (801)299-1781. A shareware evaluation copy is available through our Home Page at www.smartcode.com/puzzle.

Founded in 1990, Insight Software Solutions, Inc. produces financial, home-office/hobby and educational game software packages.


AOL, ABC & NFL Host Super Bowl XXX Online
America Online, ABC, NFL and Other Partners Host Super Bowl XXX Online

ABC, NFL, NTN, & STATS Inc. Team Up to offer AOL Members A Broad Array of Super Bowl Content

Vienna, VA, January 24, 1996--- America Online, Inc., the world's largest and most popular online service provider announced today that football fans can join other fans across the country in an interactive arena of statistics, message boards, up-to-the minute news, pictures, video, stats, interactive games, Super Bowl history, and commentary by athletes and experts alike. America Online offers a broad range of Super Bowl related content from partners like ABC Sports & The NFL, STATS Inc., NTN, The Motley Fools, New York Times, San Jose Mercury News, Chicago Tribune, Orlando Sentinel, The Arizona Republic, among others, as well as a direct link to the NFL's Official web site.

ABC Sports, in conjunction with The NFL, offers AOL members a Super Bowl area where members can find Super Bowl coverage, daily reports, in-depth information on The Cowboys and The Steelers, the official Team NFL area, Super Bowl trivia, a full archive of historical pictures and video related to the game, and an interactive "huddle" where AOL members can get together and root for their team before, during and after the game.

"Fan Central", available through AOL's Sports Channel, features daily coverage from The Arizona Republic direct from the Super Bowl site in Tempe. The New York Times, San Jose Mercury News, Chicago Tribune, and Orlando Sentinel offer news from the perspective of local columnists as well as up-to-the-minute news and information. Jim Harbaugh, quarterback for the Colts and Ki-Jana Carter, running back for the Bengals, present their own unique insight into the game, online, through journals. AOL members can also participate in innovative and entertaining Super Bowl games offered by The Motley Fools and CyberJustice.

In a related announcement today, NTN challenged keyboard quarterbacks nationwide to participate in an interactive, live play along football game on America Online. QB1 is a fast-action game of skill where players predict the offensive play online before the ball is snapped. Players compete with both AOL members and people playing on the NTN Hospitality Network, found in over 3,000 locations throughout the country. Winners receive prizes and free online time.

AOL members can access Super Bowl information by using keyword: Super Bowl. Members can access QB1 by using keyword: QB1.

America Online, Inc., (NASDAQ symbol: AMER), based in Vienna, VA is the largest and fastest growing provider of online services in the world with the most active subscriber base. AOL offers its subscribers a wide variety of services, including electronic mail, conferencing, software, computing support, interactive magazines and newspapers and online classes, as well as easy and affordable access to services of the Internet. AOL has a global workforce consisting of more than 3,000 people. Founded in 1985, AOL has established strategic alliances with dozens of companies, including Capital Cities/ABC, Viacom, Bertelsmann, Hachette, IBM, Compaq and American Express. Personal computer owners can obtain America Online software at major retailers and bookstores, or by calling 800-827-6364.


Voice/Fax Over Frame Relay/X.25 Networks
ECI TELEMATICS PARTNERS WITH MICOM TO SEND VOICE/FAX OVER FRAME RELAY/X.25 NETWORKS

ECI Telematics Adds MICOM Voice/Fax Technology To Worldwide Networks

Simi Valley, CA --Frame Relay and X.25 market leader ECI Telematics (a division of ECI Telecom Ltd.) selects MICOM Communications Corp.'s (NASDAQ:MICM) voice/fax technology for its worldwide Frame Relay and X.25 customer base. In an OEM technology agreement, ECI Telematics is bundling a MICOM-engineered voice/fax card with its ACP-70 FRAD to enable customers to send voice/fax traffic simultaneously over Frame Relay and X.25 data networks. With the new MICOM voice/fax technology, ECI Telematics customers can now benefit from instantaneous connectivity for toll-free phoning and faxing between company-wide locations.

MICOM designed its voice/fax module to fit ECI Telematics' new ACP-70 FRAD. The built-in module ensures voice/fax connectivity over Frame Relay and X.25 data networks and allows customers to place phone calls and send faxes over Frame Relay or X.25 networks without incurring additional costs. In traditional data networks, a fax transmission may time out and the document has to be re-sent. However, MICOM's unique technology spoofs the facsimile machine into waiting through delays that are common in data networks until the fax transmission is complete.

Additional features: voice/fax traffic can be compressed to as little as two-to-three kilobits of bandwidth; the voice/fax channel can be configured either locally through standard asynchronous ports, remotely from any ACP-70 FRAD in the network, or by ECI Telematics' network management system.

"The Voice/fax option enhances the value of the ACP-70 to operators of both mature and developing networks. A private network operator can achieve important cost savings by transmitting fax over their existing Frame Relay or X.25 network. The developing network operator can immediately provide voice and fax transmission services at a reasonable cost as opposed to the typical wait for new telephone service," said Roger Mahnke, Director Product Marketing, ECI Telematics.

MICOM CEO Barry Phelps explained, "Fewer networks are being installed with only data traffic in mind. Advanced voice/fax technology is providing companies with high-quality, multifunctional, cost-effective networks that were not available five years ago. Our partnership with ECI Telematics delivers these benefits today."

Based in Calabasas, California, the Access Communications Group is a division of ECI Telecom Ltd. (NASDAQ/NM:ECILF), a provider of integrated network solutions that designs, develops, manufacturers and markets digital telecommunications and data transmission systems enabling network operators to deliver cost-effective services. ECI Telecom's systems provide capacity expansion, flexibility and management functions to better utilize existing and new telecommunications, data and integrated networks. Its Telematics unit designs, manufacturers, sells and support a complete line of wide area networking products designed for voice and data communications applications and networks worldwide. Telematics' products offer network service providers an extensive spectrum of networking applications, ranging from narrowband dial access and point-of-sale, to wideband frame relay and broadband/multimedia ATM networks. Telematics has more than 60,000 nodes installed in over 500 networks worldwide. With users in a wide range of business sectors, from banking to distribution, ECI Telematics has the proven capability to meet the most complex network needs.

ECI Telecom, an ISO 9001-certified company, has development, manufacturing and services facilities in Israel, the United States and Europe, as well as sales offices in Beijing, Hong Kong, and Singapore. Customers include Deutsche Telekom, British Telecom, AT&T, MCI, Sprint, France Telecom and major carriers in over 100 countries. Corporate customers include Amoco, Assurances Generales de France, Dow Jones, GTE, GE Information Services, Packard Bell, Racal Network Services and Reuters.

MICOM Communications Corp. (NASDAQ:MICM) is the worldwide market leader in providing integrated networking solutions under the brand names "Marathon", "NetRunner", "STADIA", AFrameRunner@, "MicroBand ATM" and " EasyRouter". MICOM products save companies money by integrating remote data, voice, fax and LAN traffic over private and public networks. Represented by distributors in over 85 countries, MICOM is headquartered at 4100 Los Angeles Avenue, Simi Valley, Calif. 93063, USA. Tel: (805) 583-8600. Fax: (805) 583-1997.

Media Contact: Mike Griesgraber, MICOM Communications

Voice: 805-583-8600

Email: mikeg@micom.com

Investor Contact: Francine Good CFO, MICOM Communications

Email: ir@micom.com


MoreInfo 3.0 for Newton 2.0
Announcement of MoreInfo 3.0 - Linked Information

January 12, 1995 -- Haverhill, Mass. - SilverWARE Computer Software officially announced today MoreInfo 3.0 for the new Apple Newton 2.0 operating system. MoreInfo is a powerful integrated contact manager which seemlessly extends the Newton's built-in applications. MoreInfo links all of the Newton's built-in pieces of information to any person or company in your Names File. With MoreInfo, you can link meetings, events, To Dos, calls and ANY piece of Notepad stationery to any given person or company.

MoreInfo continues its reputation of unique, state of the art features by introducing CardLinks. Users can now easily link together related cards to other cards using CardLinks. For example, a single company card can now be linked to numerous employee cards. Once a link has been added, you can navigate between cards by tapping on the name in the Names File's All Info view or by selecting the name from a pop-up list.

With MoreInfo 3.0, any piece of Notepad stationery can be linked to any person or company card with NoteLinks. Now you can link a note, checklist, outline, a QuickFigure spreadsheet or any other Notepad stationery to a card. From within the built-in Notepad, tapping a note's action button displays an option to link the note to a name. When a person's logbook is viewed from within the Names File, a list of linked notes is displayed. These linked notes can then be reviewed and edited. Users also have the new option of creating a CardNote, which is a separate piece of stationery. It displays the linked name in the body of the note and from within the Notepad's overview screen.

MoreInfo 3.0 also introduces, At a Glance. This single screen displays upcoming meetings, events and To Dos for a specified time period. It addition, it tracks calls made and completed. Each entry in the At a Glance screen is "hot" and when tapped will display a popup list of convenient commands. For example, a To Do linked to Bob Anderson will allow you to easily call, schedule a follow-up meeting or add another To Do with Bob.

MoreInfo 3.0 extends the features unique to Newton 2.0 by increasing the information that can be stored for a person or company. You can now store travel directions, a card abbreviation, URL, account information or custom information. MoreInfo's custom information does not limit the number of labels but rather allows you to define any number of labels and attach information to it. The information is then easily viewed and edited from the Names File's All Info view.

MoreInfo 3.0 significantly simplifies the way Newton users perform their daily tasks. MoreInfo provides you with critical commands at the times you need them most. From the built-in DateBook, tapping on any HotMeeting or HotEvent will display a popup list of convenient commands. MoreInfo adds a button to both the Notepad and Names File which provides access to a popup list of commands. MoreInfo also provides quick transfer to a linked person or company whenever you are displaying a linked note, call, meeting, event or To Do. Once the name is displayed, you can immediately consult their vital information.

Pricing & Availability

MoreInfo 3.0 will ship January 31st and will sell for $69.95 plus shipping and handling. Registered customers can upgrade for $40. A demo version of MoreInfo 3.0 will be available on most of the major online services shortly. This demo will be fully functional except that it only can be used for a two week period. Because MoreInfo is so feature-rich, you are encouraged to try it out and explore all of the many features yourself. We are convinced that once you try MoreInfo you will agree that it is the best contact manager for the Newton. Those interested in the product can contact SilverWARE directly or their local Newton dealer.

System Requirements

MoreInfo 3.0 has a minimum memory requirement of 200K of free storage space and 6K of heap space. MoreInfo 3.0 requires Newton 2.0 operating system.

SilverWARE was the first to introduce the concept of linking additional information to names. It announced MoreInfo in July and shipped at MacWorld Boston in August 1994. MoreInfo's extensive features and ease of use make it a must for every Newton user. SilverWARE is also the same company that brought you the Newton utility, PowerNames. For more information contact:

SilverWARE

P.O. Box 6379

Haverhill, MA 01831

508-521-5262

508-373-7282 (fax)

info@silverware.com

http://www.silverware.com

Bob Anderson is a fictitious name and is not intended to represent anyone in real life.


ChekMate V2.0 Virus Detection Utility
ChekMate Version 2.0

January 16, 1996

A new version (2.0) of ChekMate, the virus detection utility, has just been released. A list of the Web and FTP sites at which it can be found is given below.

Version 2.0 is a major upgrade of ChekMate. Built on the strengths of Version 1.06, it offers improved resistance to attack, additional unknown-virus-discovery capabilities and repair facilities.

What does ChekMate do?:

ChekMate detects known and *UNKNOWN* File, Boot, Partition Table, .COM,

EXE, Companion, Stealth, Multipartile, Polymorphic VCL (and other virus-writing-kit-developed) viruses as well as many memory-resident viruses. ChekMate also detects slow-acting viruses and defends against the newly-active Word Macro viruses.

ChekResQ (Registered Version) is a ChekMate utility that can remove Boot Sector and Partition Table viruses both from memory and your hard disk.

As ChekMate uses generic techiques, not scan strings, it avoids the major problem of false alarms. ChekMate should be used alongside a good virus scanner. It is designed to work with any scanner you wish to use.

ChekMate detects changes to the areas that are frequently attacked by viruses. It also launches decoy or bait files purposely to get a virus to infect them.

The Areas Protected Are:

- The Boot Sector(s)        : (Up to 4 drives are supported)

- The Partition Table       :

- Top Of Memory             : Many viruses change this.

- The Command Processor     : This can be NDOS, 4DOS or COMMAND.COM

- The BAIT Files            : 6 different files are used.

- Interrupts                : Key interrupts are checked.

- CMOS                      : Registered version only.

- Word for Windows Macros   : A recent target of new viruses

- AUTOEXEC.BAT + CONFIG.SYS : A potential new target for viruses

Protection Mechanisms:

- 128 bit cryptographic fingerprints (using MD5 from RSA).

- Byte for byte analysis against clean code fragments stored

  after first use.

- Length of file against stored values.

- Interrupt checking for memory resident viruses.

- CMOS verification.

From What Does This Protect Me?

Known/unknown viruses of the following types:

- Boot Sector Viruses

- Partition Table Viruses

- File Infecting Viruses

- Stealth Viruses

- Virus-Toolkit-Created Viruses

- MtE or Any Other Polymorphic Viruses

- Word Macro Viruses

Can ChekMate rescue me from some virus attacks?

Yes, ChekResQ (Registered Version) is a ChekMate utility that can remove Boot Sector and Partition Table viruses both from memory and your hard disk.

Is ChekMate easily installed on Networks?

Yes, The addition of the /AUTO switch to SETUP means that ChekMate can be installed from a network server onto workstations centrally and auto- matically.  This will lighten the support burden.  /NODRIVES is required for use on Windows NT systems when using /AUTO.

On What Operating Systems Does ChekMate Work?:

- MS or PC-DOS 3.3 or later

- Windows 3.0, 3.1. 3.11. Workgroups, Windows '95, and Windows NT.

- OS/2 2.0, 2.1 and Warp

Special requirements:  IBM PC Compatible running DOS 3.3 or later with at least 256Kb of memory and a hard disk.  DEBUG must also be in the Path.

To date, ChekMate has detected numerous unknown viruses which had not been detected by virus scanners.

What's new in Version 2.0?:

1. Added ChekResQ Boot sector and Partition Table repair utility.

   (REGISTERED version ONLY)

This will allow removal of known and unknown boot [DBR] and partition table [MBR] viruses (including 'Monkey') from a hard disk -- without the need for a rescue disk.  This will even work if the virus is stealthed (as is Monkey) and still in memory.

This repair can be set up to be automatic after a change is detected!

2. Added support for Windows NT.  Added /NOBP switch.

ChekMate does both boot and partition checking.  However, this switch, which disables both checks, allows ChekMate to be compatible with NT.

3. Added encryption of the boot and partition table .SEC and .CHK

   files

This will discourage virus writers who may try to target the .CHK files. The entire file is encrypted.  A test is then made when it is decrypted in order to see if it is still valid.  If not, it will not be written to the hard disk's track 0.

4. Added Word Macro detection utility. (CHEKWORD.DOC)

This follows ChekMate's generic (non-virus-specific) approach to detecting unwanted changes to files.

In the case of ChekWord, the macros in the GLOBAL template (normally NORMAL.DOT) are checked and the user is informed of the number(s), name(s) and desriptions of macros in this template.  For your protection, the AutoExec and AutoOpen macros (the primary way for a macro virus to gain control) are also disabled automatically.

Any document opened using the standard File/Open menu option will also be checked for macros.  If macros are contained in the document they will be listed.  Otherwise, file loading continues as normal, without interruption.

5. Improved the stealth virus detection routines. Even tunneling

   viruses such as Necropolis and Peanut are now detected.

This means that ChekMate now detects even the extremely clever viruses if they are active on your system, even if the virus is NOT known to any conventional or heuristic-based virus scanner.

6. Added /AUTO switch to SETUP.EXE

This will allow installation to be painless.  It means that ChekMate can be installed from a network server onto workstations centrally and auto- matically.  This will lighten the support burden.  /NODRIVES is required for use on Windows NT systems when using /AUTO.

7. Added /SPARSE switch to catch slow infectors.

8. Added /SYSTEM switch to check AUTOEXEC.BAT and CONFIG.SYS files.

   (REGISTERED Version ONLY)

This will detect ANY change to the AUTOEXEC.BAT and CONFIG.SYS.  This is extremely useful against the newer viruses that attack these files.  It is also very useful to detect users that are modifying their systems, especially in corporates that have a standard setup.

This also adds detection of .BAT file viruses.

We believe that the next thrust of virus writers will be to put out viruses that attack or are written in batch file language As a virus they will have to change their new target (*.BAT files).  Therefore, detecting changes to AUTOEXEC.BAT will detect them too.

Where can I find ChekMate?:

Via anonymous ftp at:

        ftp.coast.net/SimTel/msdos/virus/cm200.zip

        ftp.demon.co.uk/pub/simtel/msdos/virus/cm200.zip

        ftp.demon.co.uk/antivirus/ibmpc/av-progs/cm200.zip

        ftp.gate.net/pub/users/ris1/cm200.zip

At the World-Wide Web site:

        http://www.valleynet.com/~joe/avdos.html

What is the cost of the Registered Version and how can I order it?:

The cost of a one-year license for the Registered version for a single machine is $45 U.S. (or 30 Pounds Sterling).  The per-machine cost decreases with number of licenses ordered.  Discounts are available for educational centers and students.

Orders from the U.S. and Canada (*) should be sent to

     Ed Fenton (ChekWARE)

     Rockville Information Services, Inc.

     P.O. Box 14

     Rockville Centre, NY 11571-0014

     U.S.A.

     Internet ID: ris@transit.nyser.net

     (*) Checks, Bank Money Orders or Postal Money Orders in US

         dollars, please.

All other orders (**) should be sent to:

     Martin Overton (ChekWARE),

     8 Owl Beech Place,

     Horsham,

     West Sussex, RH13 6PQ,

     ENGLAND.

     Internet ID: chekmate@salig.demon.co.uk

     (**) International Money Orders or Checks in Sterling drawn on

          United Kingdom banks, please.


Digital Ships 1000th AlphaServer 8000 System
DIGITAL POWERS PAST THE COMPETITION; SHIPS 1000th AlphaServer 8000 SYSTEM

Japanese bank bets its data warehouse future on Alpha

Market demand validates the power and affordability of 64-bit computing

MAYNARD, Mass., January 24, 1996 -- Digital Equipment Corporation today announced that in just seven months it has shipped 1,000 high-end AlphaServer 8000 series enterprise systems, the industry's most powerful servers.

The 1000th AlphaServer 8000 customer is Mitsui Trust and Banking Co., Ltd., one of Japan's leading financial houses and a member of the Mitsui Group. Mitsui Trust has installed a Digital UNIX AlphaServer 8400 symmetric multiprocessing (SMP) system for a data warehousing application using the Oracle7 database and SAS Institute software.

According to Pauline Nist, Digital vice president of the AlphaServer Business Segment at Digital, "Since the first AlphaServer 8000 system went out the door last June, we have already shipped more systems than the IBM RS/6000 Scalable POWERparallel System, which has been shipping for nearly three years. This milestone is one more indication of the explosive market enthusiasm for our 64-bit Alpha systems."

AlphaServer Systems -- The World's Most Powerful Servers

The AlphaServer 8400 delivers the power, throughput, and balanced processor and I/O performance to handle the most demanding large commercial, technical, and multi-user applications.

AlphaServer systems hold world database transaction records for a single system solution and single-CPU solution, and for leading databases, including Oracle7, Sybase System 11, and Microsoft SQL Server, as well as for the SAP R/3 application suite and a number of Internet and other applications.

Today's power-hungry applications, such as data warehousing, OLTP, simulation, and modeling, as well as Internet and general business applications, are driving demand for the performance and fully-available 64-bit very large memory (VLM64) computing environment offered only by Alpha.

Only Digital is shipping the high-performance 64-bit servers, AlphaServer systems, and a 64-bit operating system, Digital UNIX, which together make VLM64 possible. Digital's VLM64 technology dramatically improves database and application performance by raising the amount of information that can be stored in memory. All 32-bit systems are limited to 2GB of memory. Today AlphaServer 8400 systems can store up to 14GB of data in memory, with more in the future.

Demonstrating the Dramatic Growth of AlphaServer Systems

In announcing the AlphaServer 8000 milestone, Nist outlined a host of other recent developments in the AlphaServer line-up that offer compelling evidence of the power, scalability, and affordability of Digital's premier computing solutions:

     o  Major customers, such as American Credit Indemnity, Baxter

        Healthcare, Best Western Hotels, Genentech, Milwaukee

        Sentinel-Journal, Mitel, Polish National Railway, Reuben H.

        Donnelley, Royal Hong Kong Jockey Club, the State University

        of New York, and Wells Fargo Bank are moving to Alpha for

        their line-of-business applications. The list includes

        high-profile companies and small start-ups in virtually

        every market, such as telecommunications, finance, science,

        healthcare, retailing, and government.

     o  All the major database vendors, including Informix, Oracle,

        Software AG, and Sybase, now support Digital's VLM64

        capabilities to offer their customers breakthrough database

        performance.

     o  Sixty percent of AlphaServer 8000 systems are shipping with

        the Digital UNIX operating system; the balance are shipping

        with the OpenVMS OS. Both feature full 64-bit capability.

        While other major vendors are struggling to introduce one

        64-bit OS, Digital is already supplying two.

     o  A significant number of the AlphaServer 8000 shipments are

        in the fast-growing data warehousing market. The AlphaServer

        was recently certified as one of the industry's first

        platforms to earn the Oracle Warehouse Test-to-Scale

        certification.

     o  A recent reader satisfaction survey by Computerworld reveals

        that in all five categories -- batch performance, on-line

        transaction performance, reliability, scalability, and

        service and support -- more readers give their Digital

        high-end AlphaServer systems "very good" marks than those

        with competitive systems from HP, IBM, and Sun.

     o  Digital recently introduced the first wave of products and

        services that facilitate the integration of OpenVMS and

        Windows NT.  These capabilities make it increasingly easy to

        develop, deploy, integrate and manage applications across

        both platforms in a three-tier client/server environment.

     o  In December Digital announced new technology -- a PCI to

        Memory Channel interconnect -- that enables its highly

        scalable AlphaServer systems to deliver new levels of

        affordability and price/performance for the technical

        computing market.

     o  In December the company opened the doors to its new Database

        Technology Center (DBTC), located in Palo Alto, Calif. The

        DBTC offers world-class database technology expertise

        designed to help customers capitalize on the performance and

        productivity advantages afforded by Digital's VLM64

        technology and that of its database software partners.

Digital Equipment Corporation is the world's leader in open client/server solutions from personal computing to integrated worldwide information systems.  Digital's scalable Alpha platforms, storage, networking, software and services, together with industry- focused solutions from business partners, help organizations compete and win in today's global marketplace.


Messaging Solutions User Group Conference
UY-focus on the real-world experiences of world-class organizations which are implementing electronic messaging to better control and manage the flow of information within their companies.

The Keynote Speaker is Richard Edwards, Managing Director of the investment banking firm Robertson Stephens & Company. The company is highly respected as a leader in strategic research on technical direction in the computer technology area. Mr. Edwards' Keynote Address is: At The Crossroads; Technology Morphing: Computing Becomes Communicating. Throughout the conference, a number of ESL customers will be sharing their experiences in implementing electronic messaging within their organizations. Several members of the ESL staff, who are acknowledged industry experts in many areas of messaging including X.400, X.500, Electronic Commerce and EDI, will host sessions covering Directories, Electronic Commerce, and various workshops on the implementation and technology needs for end-user companies.

Messaging is the movement, management and control of electronic information, some of which can be e-mail. Messaging goes beyond content: it also deals with how information flows, when it flows, who it goes to, how it gets there, and how to insure the integrity and security of the information. For example, in order to benefit from Electronic Commerce, including internal business processes such as workflow automation, organizations need a fully interoperable enterprise-wide messaging system. Such a messaging system allows organizations to use e-mail to automate tasks and take control of the flow of information. Participants attending the Messaging Solutions User Group Conference should go away with a wealth of insight, practical, and tactical solutions for their organizations.

Company Information

Enterprise Solutions has been offering a complete, enterprise-wide messaging solution for moving information since 1991.  EXM Mail consists of client software for most personal computer systems using industry standard protocols, including X.400 User Agents with P7 protocol and Message Store, full X.500 Directory Services, complete Mail Administration, 1988 X.400 Message Transfer Agents, and a family of mail-enabled add-on products for workflow and productivity. ESL is supplying EXM Mail X.400 and X.500 products for the Defense Message System-GOSIP contract. Other major customers include McDonald's Corporation, Bank of France, German Parliament, Bankers Automated Clearing Services (BACS), the UK Ministry of Health, Coles Myer (Australia), and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc.

Enterprise Solutions Limited may be contacted at their corporate headquarters at 2900 Townsgate Road, Suite 210, Westlake Village, California 91361; telephone 805.449.4181; or fax 805.449.4186.


History of Computing Encyclopedia
The Windows-based Hypertext edition of the "History of Computing" encyclopedia has just been released!

This is a four-diskette set, runs under Windows or Windows 95. Full 1,000 page encyclopedia of computer history, with over 500 devices mentioned. Full hypertext support, very easy to use.

Includes computer pioneers, computer companies, chronologies, early calculating devices, microcomputer companies, glossaries, addresses of computer museums and computer societies, and much much more!

This is an expanded Windows edition of the previous dos version.

For those receiving this Email, I will make a special offer available.  The full disk set for only $15.00 post-paid.

If you already have an earlier dos version, the full Windows set is only $10. post-paid.

If interested, orders can be sent to:

Lexikon Services

3241 Boulder Creek Way

Antelope, CA 95843

Special "post-paid" offer expires March 1st.


MICOM & AT&T Voice & Data Compression Sys.
MICOM AND AT&T ENTER INTO PRIVATE LABEL AGREEMENT FOR VOICE AND DATA COMPRESSION SYSTEMS

MICOM To Manufacture Voice/Data Communication Multiplexers For AT&T.

Simi Valley, CA-- MICOM Communications Corp. (NASDAQ:MICM) announces it has entered into an agreement with AT&T that calls for MICOM to provide private-labeled versions of MICOM's Marathon 3K, 5K, 20K data, voice, fax and LAN integration multiplexers. AT&T will display and demonstrate these new products by sending data and voice over frame relay at the ComNet Exhibition in Washington, DC, January 30- February 1, 1996.

The new AT&T models 300, 500 and 2000 Integration Multiplexers are designed to meet the connectivity needs of all corporate networks with requirements for remote data, voice, fax, and LAN integration. Networks can be designed with one to hundreds of remote sites. The products feature switched voice/fax channels with compression from 4 to 16 Kbps, sync and async legacy data channels, and LAN connectivity. LAN and data are also compressed. Aggregate bandwidths can range from 9.6 Kbps to T-1/E-1. The units provide excellent voice quality and feature robust functionality over many services, including frame relay, satellite, ISDN, and analog and digital leased lines.

Dan Fusco, Marketing Manager for AT&T Global Business Communication Systems (GBCS) stated, "With rapid acceptance of frame relay, these new integration multiplexers will allow us to offer our customers a one-vendor solution - an AT&T solution - allowing one-stop shopping for data, voice, fax, and LAN applications over frame relay anywhere in the world."

"AT&T brings us into market segments where we traditionally have not been, enhancing our leadership role in the worldwide data / voice network integration marketplace," said Ken Guy, vice president of Marketing for MICOM.

The Model 300, 500 and 2000 are currently available through AT&T's direct sales account teams at a starting price of $3,250 for the Model 300. The entire family of integration multiplexers is designed to work with AT&T's Partners, Legend or Definity communication systems.MICOM Communications Corp. (NASDAQ:MICOM) is the worldwide market leader in the design, development and manufacture of products that integrate remote data, voice, fax and LAN traffic over private and public networks. Represented by distributors in over 85 countries, MICOM is headquartered at 4100 Los Angeles Avenue, Simi Valley, California 93063, USA. Tel: (805) 583-8600. Fax: (805) 583-1997. Investor Relations Contact: Fran Good ir@micom.com

Media Contact: Sharon Porter, MICOM Communications

Voice: 805-583-8600

Email: sporter@micom.com

Investor Contact: Francine Good, MICOM Communications

Email: ir@micom.com


Wang & Microsoft Imaging Swr for Win95
WANG, MICROSOFT ANNOUNCE IMAGING SOFTWARE FOR MICROSOFT WINDOWS 95; PROVIDES BUILT-IN SUPPORT FOR DOCUMENT-IMAGINGAPPLICATIONS

SOFTWARE AVAILABLE NOW WITHOUT CHARGE OVER INTERNET

BILLERICA, MASS. AND REDMOND, WASH. ---JAN. 16, 1996--- Wang and Microsoft Corp. today announced the release of imaging software developed by Wang for the Windows 95 operating system. The software provides built-in support for new document-imaging applications by enabling users of Microsoft Windows 95 to scan, view, annotate, manage, store and share faxes, paper documents and electronic images.  The software is available now over the Internet and major online services. It will also beincorporated into future versions of the Windows operating system.

With the new Windows 95-based imaging software, a user can transform any paper or fax-based information into an electronic image that can be stored, filed, retrieved, edited, annotated, printed, faxed and shared. This eliminatesthe need to manage and store paper documents such as handwritten meeting notes, memoranda and business correspondence. The software also includes powerful 32-bit OLE interfaces that allow developers to create image-enabled applications easily.

"Users of Windows 95 will now have easy-to-use, high-performance imaging software that can change the way they work and communicate," said Brad Silverberg, senior vice president of the personal systems division at Microsoft. "Wang's commitment to providing cost-effective and reliable imaging software is a true benefit to customers."

"The Wang imaging software for Windows 95 makes an important technology immediately available to millions of people worldwide, "said Bob Weiler, president, Wang Software. "Working with Microsoft, Wang has made desktop document imaging a pervasive and inexpensive mainstream application. It will accelerate the broad deployment of imaging and workflow as business productivity tools."

USERS, DEVELOPERS GAIN UNPRECEDENTED IMAGING ACCESS

The imaging software for Windows 95 provides an open, standard way to handle image documents and to view faxes through Microsoft Exchange Inbox. For example, in an office environment, the easy-to-use, intuitive interface enables users to transform paper and faxes into useful electronic documents as bit-mapped or rasterized images in black and white, grayscale or color. The software supports Windows 95 Explorer, standard Windows 95-based printers and fax products, as well as popular electronic mail systems such as Microsoft Exchange Server and Microsoft Mail.

The imaging software provides developers and integrators with standard interfaces and components for creating image-enabled applications and for customizing or controlling Windows 95 capabilities. These interfaces include the following:

   OLE COMPONENT TECHNOLOGY to add image documents to Windows-based

   personal productivity and database-driven applications

   OLE AUTOMATION for integrating imaging into existing line of

   business applications

   OLE CONTROLS for building new applications using a broad range

   of popular developer tools

COMMITMENT TO BACK-END SERVER INTEGRATION

In the first half of 1996, Wang will provide connections between client imaging software available for Microsoft Windows 95 and Wang's other imaging software products. The connections will enable users to access and retrieve images stored on any Wang image server. In addition, Wang plans to incorporate the new OLE interfaces into its entire workflow and imaging product line, offering further integration capabilities between the desktop and back-end server software products.

A SIGNIFICANT RESULT OF THE WANG AND MICROSOFT ALLIANCE

The imaging software is a significant result of the broad alliance between Wang and Microsoft announced last April. This alliance will bring improved document-imaging and work-management capabilities to all users of Windows 95 and the Windows NTTM operating system. As part of the alliance, Wang was designated Microsoft's preferred workflow and imaging vendor and is working closely with Microsoft to define the MAPI Workflow Framework for enabling interoperability between production workflow systems and messaging environments such as Microsoft Exchange.

EASY, CONVENIENT ACCESS OVER THE INTERNET

The new imaging software for Windows 95 is available immediately worldwide through the Internet (http://www.microsoft.com/windows and http://www.wang.com) and will be available through other Microsoft online services.

The software is available immediately in seven languages. This includes U.S. English, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese and Spanish. The software will also be available on the April Microsoft Developer Network CD.

Wang Laboratories, Inc. (NASDAQ:WANG) is a recognized worldwide leader in workflow, integrated imaging, document management and network storage management for client/server open systems and a major worldwide provider of integration and support services for office software and networks.

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) is the worldwide leader in software for personal computers. The company offers a wide range of products and services for business and personal use, each designed with the mission of making it easier and more enjoyable for people to take advantage of the full power of personal computing every day.


Foul Play - Mystery At Awkward Manor
MURDER MYSTERY CD-ROM DELIVERS A SHOCKER:

A COMPUTER GAME THE ENTIRE FAMILY CAN ENJOY!

In the tradition of classic board games, Foul Play -- Mystery At Awkward Manor lets the whole family in on the fun.

NEW YORK, January 24, 1996 -- Perhaps the biggest legacy of the 1995 holiday season is the increase in home computer households. The questions now is, what's available that the whole family can play?

There are children's titles galore, but they're kids-only material. Reference titles have broad appeal and are useful, but not much fun. And the endless variety of shoot 'em up games aren't everyone's idea of family entertainment. But there is a title that the entire family can enjoy. It's a high tech version of an old fashioned "whodunit" called Foul Play -- Mystery At Awkward Manor that everyone can play together, from a seven-year-old up to mom and dad.

Each player works to solve the mystery of who murdered Sir John Stiffning, who has been done in by a house guest at his Victorian mansion. Players search the 14 rooms and interrogate guests in an effort to determine where the murder took place, with what weapon and most importantly by whom.

Foul Play can be played by up to six people, with ten different difficulty levels, allowing family-members of all ages to solve the mystery on an even basis in a way that few other games do. There are literally thousands f hiding places in which the murderer may have left the murder weapon or evidence of his or her presence.

When the game is loaded, these and other clues are randomly positioned by the program around the house, posing some 4,700 different solutions to the mystery. This means that no player will ever experience the same game twice.

Furthermore, help is instantly available at any point in the game through an extensive audio tutorial that shows how the game works and provides hints to help solve each mystery. As an aid to younger or less experienced players, each person's turn is timed and it's possible to shorten the time allotted for more experienced players. This helps equalize abilities, and makes the game especially suitable for enjoyment by an entire family. Typically, a game will take 30 minutes to solve at the lower levels, and about one hour at the highest difficulty level.

Foul Play is further enhanced by Virtual Travel technology that uses photo-realistic images derived from 5,000 actual photographs to create a real-life environment, and blends them with real character animations using live actors. With 40 360-degree panoramas in the game, players can search every inch of the grand house for clues.

Foul Play is available immediately in the Macintosh format, and has been accelerated for optimum performance with PowerPC computers. A Windows version will be available in late-February. The Macintosh version carries a suggested retail price of $49.95.

The Armchair Travel Company is a recently-formed London-based multi-media production company whose founders have vast experience in advanced multimedia technology development and publishing. In addition, the company has worked closely with the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) and Apple Computer on the innovative use of Virtual Travel. Besides its West London office, the company has a manufacturing and sales base in Memphis, Tennessee to support the American market.

The Armchair Travel Company Ltd

4 Rickett Street

London SW6 1RU England

tel: (44) 171 386 5454

fax: (44) 171 386 5455

eMail: atc@armchair-travel.com


Radix - Beyond the Void V1.1 Released
Version 1.1 of Radix: Beyond the Void Released!

Rockville, Maryland-January 22, 1996 -- Epic MegaGames Inc., a leading publisher of cutting-edge shareware games, announces the release of RADIX: BEYOND THE VOID v1.1 and the v1.1 upgrade patch for the original Radix.

Responding to gamers' feedback, Epic has released a patch for RADIX that significantly enhances gameplay, control and the multi-player game modes. Always striving to provide the best gameplay experience, Epic's designers took note of what gamers were saying on the Internet about gameplay and control in Radix. The resulting version 1.1 fine tunes the game to the point that one tester said of the changes, "it should be Radix v2.0 because, in my humble opinion, it plays like a whole new game."

Some of the improvements featured in RADIX v1.1 are:

* Enhanced keyboard and joystick controls

  (mouse and keyboard still recommended)

* New controls (e.g., keys for four-way strafing)

* Modified levels for better multi- player games

* Improved multi-player (Dogfight & Capture the flag) rules

* Player's ship now features inertia/momentum, and a throttle

* Registered and shareware versions now compatible for multi-player

  games

* New cheat codes

* Minor bugs in v1.0 fixed

* Radix FAQ included

Radix v1.1 is now available for direct order from Epic MegaGames. The patch file and the shareware version can be downloaded from Epic's World Wide Web site at http://www.epicgames.com and from all major online services, including CompuServe and America Online. The patch disk can also be ordered from Epic directly for $1 plus $4 for shipping and handling.

RADIX: BEYOND THE VOID v1.1 requires a 486-33MHz or faster IBM-compatible PC, VGA graphics (Local-Bus Video recommended) and 4 megabytes of RAM (8 megs recommended). A 14,400 baud modem is required for modem play. RADIX will run under Windows 95 when started from an MS-DOS prompt. The game supports the Sound Blaster family of sound cards as well as Gravis Ultrasound and 100%-compatible cards. RADIX also supports PC gamepads and null modem cable or IPX Network for multiplayer games.

The full version of RADIX v1.1 may be purchased directly from Epic MegaGames for $35 plus $4 for shipping & handling. To order with VISA or MasterCard, call 1-800-972-7434 or fax 301-299-3841. Orders may also be placed by sending a letter along with check or money order to Epic MegaGames, 3204 Tower Oaks Blvd, Suite 410, Rockville, MD 20852. MD residents please add five percent sales tax.

International Orders: To order in Europe, call Epic UK at +44 (1767) 260903. German orders may be placed toll free at 0 130 822495. Prices are 26.94($UK) in the UK and DM 65,00 in Germany.

Compuserve 70451,633

Internet: Orders@epicgames.com or http://www.epicgames.com


Samsung Expands Service & Support Program
SAMSUNG REINFORCES ITS LEADERSHIP ROLE IN SERVICE AND SUPPORT WITH EXPANDED PROGRAM FOR 1996

RIDGEFIELD PARK, NJ -- Samsung Electronics America's Information Systems Division, a subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Company, the world's largest manufacturer of monitors, is starting 1996 with a commitment to its customers that includes an enhanced service and support program.

Effective January 1, 1996, Samsung is adding an industry-leading three-year Advanced Replacement program to its already comprehensive warranty. The company is also expanding its toll-free service and support to 24-hours a day, seven days a week.

"Samsung knows that being a leading provider of excellence is a two-fold process which includes providing high-grade products and backing them with an immediate response service and support program for its customers," said John R. Grundy, Senior National Marketing Manager for Monitors. "Our expanded service program and customer support hours are just an indication that 1996 will be a benchmark year of excellence and commitment to our valued customers."

Samsung provides customers with many service options. The newest of these is the Advanced Replacement program. This program offers customers an opportunity to quickly replace a monitor in need of repair with a working unit within two days. All that is required is a credit card to guarantee the return of the malfunctioning unit.

All of Samsung's SyncMaster monitors are backed by a three-year CRT, parts and labor limited warranty (except the SyncMaster 3). For more information about Samsung's award-winning monitors and a detailed description of how the Advanced Replacement program works, call SpeckCheck, the company's 24-hour fax-in-demand service at 1-800/229-2239.

The Company

Headquartered in Ridgefield Park, N.J., Samsung Electronics America's (SEA) Information Systems Division markets a broad range of computer products including color monitors, notebook PCS, storage products and laser printers.

SEA is a division of Samsung Electronics Company, Ltd. (SEC) in Seoul, Korea, is a silicon-to-systems, manufacturer of electronic products, including telecommunications systems, semiconductors and peripherals. A leading manufacturer of computer products since 1982, SEC is currently the world's number one producer of DRAMs and color monitors. SEC is part of the Samsung Group, a multinational organization with $64 billion in sales.

SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC.

105 Challenger Road

Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660-0511

201-229-4000


Rosebud Connects CIS Members to Pagers
ROSEBUD GOES WIRELESS!

PC-Based Intelligent Agent Connects CompuServe Members' PCs to Alphanumeric Pagers

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Jan. 22, 1996 -- CompuServe Incorporated and Magee Enterprises, Inc. announced today a version of Rosebud, Magee's smart agent software, that provides support for alphanumeric paging devices. Now members of the CompuServe Information Service can use Rosebud to filter and retrieve news, financial, sports, entertainment, weather and e-mail information and have it delivered to their alphanumeric pagers.

Based on keywords and user-selected criteria, Rosebud logs onto CompuServe at predetermined intervals, scans news sources and downloads the information to the PC for viewing there. With the pager module, Rosebud can then forward critical information to the pager.

The program includes a "red-flag" feature which monitors user-defined events, such as the price of a stock changing by 10 percent in one hour, and alerts the member to this event. With the new pager module, Rosebud will send the alert to a wireless device, keeping members informed of critical stock market events, changing weather, or important corporate announcements.

"Rosebud is proving to be an excellent tool for CompuServe members who want to track, and potentially forward, emerging information from their PC," said Gary Yeauger, CompuServe senior product manager of Communications Services. "It is a nice complement to our service. With the addition of new paging services we will release shortly, our members will have a variety of high quality options to meet their needs."

The Rosebud announcement is the fruit of CompuServe's development partnership program, designed to provide support and programming tools to third-party organizations that develop products to enhance members' use of the information service. The Rosebud product is one part of CompuServe's total wireless communication plan, Yeauger said.

"Later this quarter we will release the first wireless interface products based on our host computers in Columbus, Ohio," Yeauger explained. "Where Rosebud forwards information gathered at the PC, our products will filter and forward information directly from our host to the pager, regardless of whether the member's PC is even turned on.

"These host-based and PC-based paging options will give our members the freedom to choose the solution that best meets their needs," Yeauger said, "while other online services offer no paging interface at all."

Rosebud requires Windows 3.1 or better, is Windows NT, Windows 95 and OS/2 Warp compatible, and is Winsock compliant. The pager module requires Rosebud Version 1.02 or later.

Rosebud can be purchased with or without the paging module. Rosebud is available directly from Magee for an introductory price of $39.95 by calling 800/662-4330 or 770/4466611. The paging module costs $25.00. A 30-day evaluation-version of the program is available to download from CompuServe via the Windows Users Forum area (GO WINUSER), the PC Vendor Forum (GO PCVENA) and the Investors Forum (GO INVFORUM). To purchase the program online, or for more information, GO ROSEBUD.

Founded in 1983, Magee Enterprises, Inc. develops and markets PC and network utilities including Automenu, Automenu for Networks, Network H.Q., Automenu for Kids and Treeview. PakStar USA, a division of Magee Enterprises, provides diskette duplication, CD-ROM replication, packaging and fulfillment services for software developers, Fortune 1000 companies and government agencies.

CompuServe is an H&R Block company.

Founded in 1955, H&R Block is a diversified services company and the world's leader in tax preparation and online information services. H&R Block Tax Services handled almost one in every seven returns filed with the Internal Revenue Service in 1995, serving 17.1 million taxpayers in more than 9,500 offices worldwide. CompuServe operates the most comprehensive online network in the world, providing services to more than 900 corporate accounts and more than 4 million users in more than 140 countries.

CompuServe

5000 Arlington Centre Blvd

PO Box 20212

Columbus, OH 43220

614-457-8600


Oberon Support for Lotus 4.0 with Prospero
OBERON ANNOUNCES SUPPORT FOR LOTUS 4.0 WITH PROSPERO

Orlando, FL-January 22, 1996-Oberon Software, Inc., pioneer of easy-to-use visual application integration tools, today announced that Prospero, its award winning product, now supports Lotus Notes Release 4.0, the world's leading messaging and groupware product. Lotus Notes users can now streamline their data integration tasks, eliminating cumbersome export/import processes and integrate their Lotus Notes information with other desktop applications and ODBC databases. Unlike previous tools used for data integration, Prospero requires no coding or modifications to the applications it integrates and can work with existing Lotus Notes databases, spreadsheets, word processing documents or ODBC databases.

"Lotus Notes users can benefit from an easy way to integrate information between desktop PC applications, corporate databases, and their Notes forms," said Bill Clarke, Director of Sales and Marketing for Oberon Software. "Since Prospero is architected specifically for client/server and groupware applications, these users can create natural extensions to their Lotus Notes information in a flexible and visual way."

Users of Lotus Notes 4.0 can create graphical programs that integrate existing desktop applications with Notes databases. Programs and applets are created in Prospero by connecting together graphical building blocks that Prospero forms automatically from the applications that need to share data. For example, a Notes building block is automatically configured to read documents using views and to create or access a document using forms. Ports from views are named with the view column headings; ports from forms are named with the prompt text within the form. Programs created by Prospero can be run in the product or as stand alone programs which can be run independently or embedded in other applications.

Prospero supports the fundamental Notes data types as well as a translation between Notes internal rich text and Microsoft Rich Text Format. Calculated fields are also supported. Prospero is OLE enabled so visual programs can be embedded in Notes documents.

Availability and Pricing

Prospero 1.0A is shipping now and is available immediately from Oberon Software and Oberon Business Partners. Prospero is priced at $695.00.

About Oberon

Oberon Software, Inc., headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, develops and markets easy-to-use data and application integration tools for developers and power users. Founded in 1989, Oberon Software is a privately held company with 20 employees. Oberon's major shareholders include Toyo Information Systems Company, Limited ("TIS"), a Tokyo, Japan-based publicly held company traded on the First Section of the Tokyo Stock Exchange. Oberon Software is a Lotus Business Partner and Prospero is certified to run with Lotus Notes and is Microsoft Office Compatible.

Oberon Software

222 Third St, Suite 3100

Cambridge, MA 02142

617-494-0990,  fax 617-494-0414


ETC & NIS Agreement for ViewMagic Monitors
ETC AND NIS IN AGREEMENT FOR VIEWMAGIC SPECIALTY MONITORS FOR MEDICAL APPLICATIONS

Fremont, CA -- January 22, 1996 -- ETC Computer, Inc., announced today that it has signed a distribution agreement for its line of 10-inch touchscreen ViewMagic specialty monitors with National Integration Service (NIS), based in Rochester, New York. The agreement calls for NIS to integrate the small-footprint 10-inch ViewMagic monitors into touchscreen systems developed for the medical market.

ETC is the world's largest supplier of color specialty monitors. ETC's small-screen high-resolution color and black and white monitors are used for any application, such as point of sale and retail dedicated system applications where compact size, price and high resolution are important.

Bill Yates, general manager of NIS, says, 'Small monitors fit a niche for our customers. Real estate is a very important issue to hospitals that need to fit as much into a lab as possible

Resolution is also a key factor in selecting small screen monitors. Comparatively, while the screen size of a 10-inch monitor is physically smaller than desktop units, a 10-inch monitor with a .26mm dot pitch and a 640 x 480 resolution displays as much detail as a 17-inch unit with the same dot pitch and 1280 x 1024 resolution.

'ViewMagic monitors with a .26mm dot pitch are very sharp. For example, one of our customers, a medical company, uses the .26mm monitors to view ultrasounds, and is very pleased with the results,' says Yates.

Kent Huang, president of ETC, said, 'In addition to complimenting our high-quality product, NIS is very pleased with our service. Even though we are located across the country, we understand the urgency of NIS' business. Whenever possible, we expedite documentation and agency approval and fill their orders within two to three days. This extra level of service is what VARs have come to expect with ETC.'

National Integration Service is a systems integration company specializing in touchscreen turnkey solutions for medical and industrial applications. The company can be reached by phone at 716/247-6330, fax 716/247-5868.

ETC's full line of 10-inch color and black and white monitors, and a line of touchscreen monitors in a variety of sizes, include the latest high-performance and innovative features. The company designs and builds all of the components for its product line, ensuring that every ETC monitor performs to the same demanding specifications as all major industry models. Resellers, manufacturers and retailers depend on multiple, fully-functional, high-quality monitors featuring a minimum of counter space. All monitors are designed for compatibility with the range of IBM PC/AT/XT and PS/2 systems.

* Specialty Monitors: Small-footprint 10-inch color (super VGA) monitors and 9-inch monochrome monitors, all with energy saving features designed for specialty applications

* Touchscreen Monitors: Low-cost 10-, 14-, 15-, 17- and 20-inch plug-and-play touchscreen monitors come complete with analog capacitive touch panel, mouse driver, controller and cables, VGA and SVGA resolution and an unlimited color display. The units feature a life span of greater than 20 million touches in any one location, and are supported on Windows, DOS, Windows NT, OS/2, MAC, UNIX and X-Windows.

ETC Computer, Inc. is a subsidiary of the ETC Group, which includes three manufacturing firms producing monitors, systems and auxiliary components and supplies. The ETC Group's seven floor, 150,000 square foot Taiwan facility features ultra-modern automated assembly lines with stringent quality control. ViewMagic monitors are marketed in the U.S. through ETC's sales and service organization located at 2917 Bayview Drive, Fremont, CA 94538, telephone 510/2266250, fax 510/226-6252. ETC's European office is located in Dusseldorf, Germany.


9-pin RS-232 to RS-422/485 Converters
9-pin Port-Powered RS-232 to RS-422/485 Converters

(Ottawa,IL) B&B Electronics Mfg. Co. announces the release of four port-powered RS232-to-RS-422/485 converters. Each of these converters is packaged in a compact DB-9 hood. These units convert RS-232TD and RD lines to balanced RS-422/485 signals. The pinouts of the 422LP9R and 485LP9R matches a SMPTE (video standard) compatible controlling device.

All of the converters are powered from the RS-232 handshake lines DTR and RTS (one must be high). The RS-422/485 driver is enabled/disabled with RTS. The receiver is constantly enabled on RS-422 units. On RS-485 units, the receiver is disabled when the driver is enabled and is enabled when the driver is disabled.

All of the converters have a female DB-9 connector on the RS-232 side. The 422LP9R and 485LP9R have a female DB-9 connector on the RS-422/485 side. The 422LP9TB and 485LP9TB have terminal blocks on the RS-422/485 side and can be externally powered with a 12 VDC supply. All are priced at $59.95 each.

For more information about these converters and to receive B&B Electronics' free catalog of Serial Communication Interface and Control Equipment contact:

B&B Electronics Manufacturing Co.

707 Dayton Road - P.O. Box 1040 - Ottawa, IL 61350

24-Hr. Fax: (815) 434-7094

Phone: (815) 433-5100  8 am to 4:30 pm Central

24-Hr. BBS: (815) 434-2927

E-mail: catrqst@bb-elec.com

Home Page http://www.bb-elec.com


Pacific Internet WebCube Series P Servers
PACIFIC INTERNET'S NEW WEBCUBE SERIES P INTERNET SERVER DELIVERS COMPLETE PLUG-AND-PLAY SOLUTION FOR ISPs

JUST RELEASED MODEL OF POPULAR PENTIUM-BASED, OPEN ARCHITECTURE, TURNKEY SYSTEM DESIGNED FOR INTERNET SERVICE PROVIDERS

January 25, 1996 -- CULVER CITY, Calif.-Pacific Internet -- a year-old supplier of on-line products and services -- is now delivering the WebCube (Web3) Series P Internet server, the most complete and economical Pentium-based solution available for use by Internet Service Providers (ISPs).

Starting at an introductory price of less than $8,000 for a complete ISP system, the WebCube (Web3) Series P begins volume shipments this month from the company's Los Angeles-area headquarters to a waiting list of ISPs located throughout North America. International sales and distribution is scheduled to begin later this quarter.

Following on the heels of the successful launch of the WebCube (Web3) Series W turnkey World Wide Web (WWW) server systems last year as the first all-in-one, low cost solution to Web publishing, the WebCube (Web3) Series P enables users to easily and economically establish a complete ISP system without having to purchase additional hardware or software from third parties.

"The WebCube Series P is every startup ISP's dream machine and a boon to existing ISPs looking to expand," claims Gary S. Hipsher, founder of Pacific Internet. "There is no simpler or more economical medhod for building an ISP system and Web server that can service hundreds of PPP accounts," he explained. "Pacific Internet has been involved in intense R & D for nearly 18 months and has taken the pulse of literally hundreds of existing and potential Internet service providers to determine their technical needs," Hipsher added.

With the release of the WebCube (Web3) Series P for ISPs, Pacific Internet has removed the mystery and the technical trial-and-error process of establishing an Internet provider business -allowing users to set-up complete functional servers in less than 24 hours and to focus on building their customer base rather than painfully debugging PPP, the company stated.

Pacific Internet's WebCube (Web3) Series P server line is comprised of a cube-shaped system box that encompasses an open architecture, Intel Pentium-driven, UNIX-like operating system-based solution complete with all of the hardware and software necessary to establish or expand an ISP operation -- including 32 high-speed serial ports, a user-friendly graphical user interface, system accounting and BBS software and a built-in router (with CSU/DSU), that supports either T1, fractional T1, 56 KB or frame relay connections.

The ISP as Entrepreneur

Geared towards helping the ISP turn a profit, the WebCube's system accounting software reports the correct time and disk usage for each user account, while the built-in BBS software enables simplified on-line dial-up registration of new users. Both features are in keeping with Pacific Internet's assessment of the needs of entrepreneurs entering the lucrative and rapidly growing Internet service arena -- where budgetary considerations and limited UNIX engineering expertise play key roles in determining a provider's ability to compete.

Also included in all WebCube (Web3) Series P models are such leading Internet applications and utilities as: TCP/IP, PPP/SLIP and WCP as well as Mail, FTP, News, Telnet, Web, Gopher and WAIS server software.

Fully equipped, the WebCube (Web3) Series P's Model P1000 ISP server system lists for an introductory price of $7,995. The P1000 operates on a 100 Mhz Pentium CPU and includes as standard equipment: 32 MB of RAM (expandable to 128 MB), high-speed 2 GB SCSI disk and tape drives, internal 4X CD-ROM (also SCSI), 32-bit PCI Ethernet, SVGA video, built-in router and CSU/DSU as well as 32 high-speed serial ports.

In addition, Pacific Internet now provides high-speed backbone service to WebCube purchasers, through a nationwide agreement with Sprint (Sprint Communications Company).

"With all of these benefits, it would be a grave error to establish an ISP or Web serve, system without first taking a close look at the WebCube," concluded Pacific Internet's Hipsher.

The Expanding WebCube Family

Pacific Internet's WebCube (Web3) cube-shaped server line now encompasses two complete Internet solution variations -- Web publishing via the Series W; plug-and-play ISP systems designated as the Series P -- includes industry-standard Web server software and comes with leading Internet utilities, (including TCP/IP, E-Mail, FTP, Gopher and news services), as standard software features in addition to pre-configured UNIX Internet software. All WebCube (Web3) models also include keyboard, monitor, mouse and manuals.

In addition to being a complete plug-and-play solution, the WebCube (Web3) is based on industry standard modular Pentium and UNIX-like architectures allowing for easy and affordable upgrading of RAM, disk space and network bandwidth as the user's needs grow.

About Pacific Internet

At the heart of Pacific Internet is a commitment to the concept of world-wide information availability and "electronic commerce." The company employs both traditional and on-line product marketing and sales methods utilizing PacNetWeb -- Pacific Internet's own interactive Web site.

In 1995, the company announced the ongoing development of a family of turnkey Web server systems products designed to allow users to configure complete on-line, corporate-wide communications servers, establish Web sites on the Internet or economically operate Internet Service Provider businesses. The flagship product in the line -- the WebCube (Web3) Series W Web server system -- is capable of handling more than 500,000 Web site hits per day and was introduced at an introductory MSRP of less than $5,000, far less than any complete Pentium/UNIX-like operating system-based server yet available.

Founded in 1994, Pacific Internet operates a sales, support, training, systems assembly and warehouse facility at its headquarters in Culver City, Calif. (near Los Angeles). In addition to low-cost Internet turnkey solutions, the company lists several hundred third-party Internet products for resale and provides consulting and systems integration services.

For further information on the WebCube (Web3) product family or other Pacific Internet products and services call (310) 410-9700, visit PacNetWeb at http://www.pacnet.com/, or send E-mail inquiries to pac-sales@pacnet.com.

Pacific Internet

600 Corporate Pointe, Suite 100

Culver City, CA 90230-7607

310-410-9700,  fax 310-410-9727


Research Analyst for Windows Investment Swr
Research Analyst simplifies finding the right stocks to invest in.

AM Technologies Inc. is proud to announce the release of Research Analyst for Windows.

The Research Analyst software program allows users to screen financial data and graph historical stock prices to help them find companies to invest in.

Available as a monthly subscription or one-time purchase, the program allows an investor to select companies from 65 screening variables such as Price, P/E ratio, Earnings per share, Book value, Dividend yield, etc. Users can construct and save their own criteria for selecting companies. Once they have narrowed the list down to a selected group of stocks, they can then do further analysis on these companies.

Information for the program is provided by The Financial Post Datagroup, and contains five years of Balance sheet, Income statement and Financial ratio data for 500 companies. Investors can also use historical price and volume data, to plot graphs with market indicators for 2,500 publicly traded Canadian companies. Use Moving Average, Relative Strength, Momentum and Rate of Change market indicators to determine when to buy or sell.

Users will also be able to:

* Analyze and evaluate major Canadian companies for investment

  purposes.

* Obtain general financial information about competitors.

* Rank leading public companies.

* Compare key financial ratios and market performance.

* Export price & volume data for use with other programs.

Whether a new investment opportunity comes from a friend, broker, analyst, investment club member or business associate, Research Analyst will be able to provide investors with the in-depth financial information they need to make an informed decision.

The program costs $ 39.95 for a single disk with the latest data or $399.00 for a yearly subscription with monthly updates.

For more information contact:

RAM Technologies Inc

14 - 964 Westport Cres.

Mississauga, ON L5T 1S3 CANADA

Tel: 905-795-9222

Fax: 905-795-9223


Acer America Restructuring into 3 Divisions
ACER AMERICA ANNOUNCES RESTRUCTURING INTO THREE DIVISIONS: CONSUMER, COMMERCIAL AND CORPORATE

8TH LARGEST PC MANUFACTURER BETTER POSITIONED TO MEET NEEDS OF KEY CUSTOMER SEGMENTS AND MARKETS

SAN JOSE, CA -- JANUARY 24, 1996 -- Following its third year of sustained growth rates averaging 70 percent, Acer America Corporation, the nation's eighth largest PC manufacturer, announced a restructuring of its business into three divisions. Focused on key market and customer segments, the three divisions are the Consumer Business Division headed by Michael Culver, Vice President and General Manager; the Commercial Business Division led by Max Wu, Vice President and General Manager; and the System Integration Business Division currently run by Acer America President and CEO Ronald Chwang. The business divisions will have direct responsibility for product management, logistic management, and sales, while working closely with channel marketing, engineering, corporate marketing, manufacturing and service.

Acer America, which last year posted $1.4 billion in revenues, expects the reorganization will help the company integrate critical resources, develop core competencies and provide clearer financial visibility as Acer America prepares for its next phase of business growth and the eventual initial public offering in the United States.

"Acer America had a very successful year in 1995 with the launch of the Aspire home computer and nearly doubling of revenues, " said Ronald Chwang. "We are now squarely in the industry spotlight as a leading contender in the highly competitive PC market place. It is critical that we continue to refine our execution effectiveness and overall productivity. With this new business structure and the investments we are making toward internal information systems and customer service, we are prepared both for future growth and are ensuring our priorities remain focused on the customer and our channel partners."

The three new divisions reflect Acer America's emphasis on customer need and market dynamics rather than solely on products and technology. In addition to a reputation for quality products, affordable prices, generous warranties and superior ease of use, Acer is noted for its ability to bring the products customers want to market faster than its competitors. This responsiveness is due to a unique business model that keeps inventory levels low, customization of design and assembly of systems local while key componenets are produced globally, and stresses the importance of local partnerships with the channel and with vendors who produce the few components Acer doesn't. In acknowledgment of Acer America's rapid and continued growth, the new organization will ensure the channels of communication remain open between Acer and its customers, and that Acer America's response to new market needs are swift.

Consumer products account for 60% of Acer America's business. The new Consumer Products Division will leverage volume sales focusing on end users who purchase products through retail stores. The distinctive green and gray Aspire home computers introduced last September and the AcerNote Pro and Lite notebooks will be managed by this division. Plans for 1996 include new installed base marketing to existing Acer customers.

Commercial products account for 40% of Acer America's business. The Commercial Business division has responsibility for AcerAltos servers, AcerPower workstations for business, AcerEntra quality, basic systems that are branded with the Acer name and customed configured by resellers for the individual needs of their customers, and all the AcerOpen components business including AcerView monitors, keyboards and CD-ROMs. Products for the commercial division leverage the traditional two-tiered channel going through regional and national distribution channels to resellers.

The System Integration Division through direct sales and the dealer channel will handle major corporate sales of commercial products as well as original equipment manufacturing (OEM) business capitalizing on Acer America's assembly and distribution capabilities. This division will focus on products and peripherals for specific accounts using increased flexibility in configuration and logistics.

Rounding out the Acer America organization with areas of responsibility that remain unchanged are Ralph Herbst, Vice President of Engineering; Marlene Williamson, Vice President of Marketing; Bob Marks, Vice President of Manufacturing; and Olend King, Vice President of Customer Service.

ACER AMERICA CORPORATION

Acer America Corporation (http://www.acer.com/aac/), headquartered in San Jose, Calif., designs and manufactures a broad range of computer systems and peripherals. Award-winning product offerings include AcerNote notebooks, AcerPower and AcerEntra desktop computers, the AcerAltos line of open servers, AcerView monitors and the recently introduced Acer Aspire for the home. The Acer Computer Explorer and Out-of-Box Experience demonstrate Acer's commitment to make PCs as easy to use as other consumer electronics products. Acer America, a member of the Acer Group, posted revenues of $1.4 billion for 1995.


Quantel vs Adobe in Patent Infringement
Quantel Files Patent Infringement Action Against Adobe

Mountain View, Calif., (January 24, 1996) (Nasdaq: ADBE) -- Adobe Systems Incorporated announced today that Quantel Limited, a U.K. corporation, has filed and served on Adobe a complaint alleging that the Adobe Photoshop program infringes five U.S. patents held by Quantel. The complaint was filed in the United States District Court for the District of Delaware. Since the complaint arrived without prior notice from Quantel, Adobe is unable at this time to determine whether the complaint has any merit; however, Adobe is actively investigating the allegations. The complaint seeks a permanent injunction and unspecified damages.

Adobe Systems Incorporated, founded in 1982, is headquartered in Mountain View, California. Adobe develops, markets and supports computer software products and technologies that enable users to create, display, print and communicate electronic documents. The company licenses its technology to major computer, printing and publishing suppliers, and markets a line of applications software and type products for authoring visually rich documents. Additionally, the company markets a line of powerful, but easy to use, products for home and small business users. Adobe has subsidiaries in Europe and the Pacific Rim serving a worldwide network of dealers and distributors. Adobe's 1995 revenue was approximately $762 million.


ALR to Bundle Spry Web Server Software
ALR AND COMPUSERVE ANNOUNCE STRATEGIC BUSINESS ALLIANCE

FIRST PC MAKER TO BUNDLE SPRY WEB SERVER SOFTWARE

Irvine, CA, January 23, 1996-- Advanced Logic Research, Inc. (NASDAQ:AALR) today announced that it will be the first PC manufacturer to bundle CompuServe Internet Division's SPRY software with advanced web server hardware products. SPRY Web Server software is a leading high performance Windows NT Web Server package designed for both the Intranet and Internet.

"We are very enthusiastic about CompuServe," states Genny Ortegon, vice president of marketing for ALR. "For some time, we've been searching for a Web server software product that had the advanced features necessary to complement our award-winning server line. After careful analysis, we decided to partner with CompuServe. Their leadership position in the Internet and on-line industries, as well as our own long standing relationship with CompuServe, makes them an ideal ally in this progressive market."

"Our strategic alliance with a technology leader such as ALR will help further our leading position in high-end web server market," comments Tim Gelinas, vice president worldwide products CompuServe Internet Division. "The complementary combination of the high performance hardware and software will exceed the expectations of the market and is ideal for the VAR channel."

ALR will package CompuServe's SPRY Web Server software with select server products to provide customers with a complete Internet solution. The turn-key solution will include both SPRY SafetyWEB Server or SPRY Web Server software (non-secure). SPRY SafetyWEB Server supports Secure Sockets Layer (SSL), virtual server multiple IP addresses and includes the Architect Excite search engine, HoTMetal PRO HTML authoring tool from SoftQuad Inc. and SPRY Internet Office. SPRY Web Server's easy-to-use interface supports both the basic needs of a novice web publisher and the demands of a sophisticated web site.

Explains Ortegon, "It is our goal to offer the most powerful, most user-friendly Web Servers in the industry. By utilizing CompuServe's strengths in software, service and support, we can easily turn our single and multiprocessor servers into the industry's premier Web Server products. By taking advantage of CompuServe's technology, we'll be free to focus our engineering and marketing resources on what we do best...selling, designing and manufacturing technically advanced PC products."

CompuServe is an H&R Block (NYSE:HRB) company. Founded in 1955, H&R Block is a diversified services company and the world's leader in tax preparation and on-line information services. H&R Block Tax Services handled almost one in every seven returns filed with the Internal Revenue Service in 1995, serving 17.1 million taxpayers in more than 9,500 offices worldwide. CompuServe operates the most comprehensive corporate accounts and more than 4 million users in more than 140 countries.

Advanced Logic Research Inc. is an industry leader in the design, manufacture, marketing and support of computer systems targeted at the client/server and desktop markets. ALR's comprehensive portfolio of upgradeable and affordably-priced products includes sophisticated multiprocessor network servers, high-performance workstations, PC desktops, Pentium processor add-on products and multimedia options kits. Founded in 1984, the Irvine, Calif.-based company has shipped over 700,000 PCs and employs approximately 475 people worldwide. Advanced Logic Research Inc.'s common stock is quoted on the NASDAQ Stock Market under the symbol "AALR".

ALR serves its worldwide markets through export sales from the U.S. and subsidiaries in Singapore (ALR International), Frankfurt and London. ALR International also maintains branch sales and support offices in Hong Kong and Malaysia.

Prices quoted in US dollars.


ALR Offers 100MHz Optima SL at $995
ALR TAKES ADVANTAGE OF INTEL'S PENTIUM PRICE CUTS; OFFERS 100-MHZ OPTIMA SL AT $995

Irvine, CA, January 22, 1996 - Moving in tandem with Intel's Pentium processor price reductions, Advanced Logic Research, Inc. (NASDAQ:AALR) today announced aggressive promotional pricing for its popular ALR OPTIMA SL. During the promotion, prices will be reduced by $200, breaking the $1,000 for 100-MHz Pentium technology barrier, and bringing a new level of affordable power to desktop customers. In related news, ALR is offering their 75MHz OPTIMA SL for $945, a reduction of $50.

"ALR is supporting the market demand of low prices for Pentium processor-based systems. By offering 100-MHz Pentium technology for under $1,000, ALR is giving customers a clear choice for value," comments Genny Ortegon, ALR's vice president of marketing.

In addition to the value-priced base models, ALR offers money-saving configured systems. These ready-to-run bundles include an 850-MB IDE hard drive; an ALR 2-button mouse; and choice of operating system software. Prices are listed at $1,249 for a 75-MHz model and $1, 299 for a 100-MHz system.

ALR backs the OPTIMA SL with its comprehensive 5/36 warranty package, covering system board components for five years and peripherals and labor for 36 months.

ALR OPTIMA SL

Standard features include: 8-MB RAM expandable to 128-MB; three expansion slots (one PCI, one ISA and one ISA/PCI shared); three drive bays (one 5.25", two 3.5"); 1.44-MB floppy disk; 125 watt power supply; slimline chassis (4.25"H x 13.75"W x 15.75"D); two PCI IDE interfaces; two 16550 serial ports; one bi-directional EPP/ECP parallel port; enhanced ALR 101-key keyboard; Flash BIOS; Plug and Play compatible; Energy Star compliant.

The ALR OPTIMA SL is available for immediate shipment. Promotional pricing is valid while supplies last. Pricing is listed in U.S. dollars, reseller pricing will vary.

  Models                       Suggested Retail Price

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  575 Model 1                        $945

  575 Model 850B*                  $1,249

  5100 Model 1                       $995

  5100 Model 850B*                 $1,299

* Model 850B also includes 850-MB IDE hard drive; ALR 2-button mouse; choice of DOS and Windows for Workgroups or Windows 95.

Advanced Logic Research Inc. is an industry leader in the design, manufacture, marketing and support of computer systems targeted at the client/server and desktop markets. ALR's comprehensive portfolio of upgradeable and affordably-priced products includes sophisticated multiprocessor network servers, high-performance workstations, PC desktops, Pentium processor add-on products and multimedia options kits. Founded in 1984, the Irvine, Calif.-based company has shipped over 700,000 PCs and employs approximately 475 people worldwide. Advanced Logic Research Inc.'s common stock is quoted on the NASDAQ Stock Market under the symbol "AALR".

ALR serves its worldwide markets through export sales from the U.S. and subsidiaries in Singapore (ALR International), Frankfurt and London. ALR International also maintains branch sales and support offices in Hong Kong and Malaysia.

Prices quoted in US dollars.


Kids Bring SuperBowl to WWW via Apple
Kids Bring SuperBowl to the World Wide Web, Thanks to the Apple Internet Server Solution

CUPERTINO, California--January 27, 1996--As football fans anxiously await the opening kickoff of SuperBowl XXX, students at Sonoran Sky Elementary School in Scottsdale, Arizona will be standing by to provide up-to-the minute information on the Internet. Using Apple Internet Server Solution, Macintosh LC computers, QuickTake cameras and scanners, students are mastering the art of Web publishing.

For visitors in town for the game, want to find out which local restaurants rate "five footballs?" Afraid of tarantulas? Looking for unique tourist spots? Log on to http://www.aristotle.com/kidkixxx.html and "Share the Warmth" with students. Visitors to this Web site will find information about the Sonoran Desert, insects to be aware of, and quizzes about the mathematical statistics of football, ranging from "Rookie" to "All Star" difficulty. There is even an online performance of "RagTime Cowboy Joe," sung by the Sonoran Sky Elementary School chorus.

"The SuperBowl project has been a tremendous validating experience for our students, helping them realize that there is a global audience for their knowledge," says Bev Kilgore, computer teacher at Sonoran Sky Elementary School. "Apple's Internet products, as well as the online publishing capabilities of Macintosh, have been a tremendous boon for us. They are so easy to set up and maintain, and so simple for students to learn."

"Sonoran Sky Elementary School's success with this Web site underscores the accessibility of Apple technology to adults and kids of all ages," said John Santoro, Apple's Education marketing manager. "These kids have created a wonderfully compelling Web site that takes a unique view of the SuperBowl. We are so proud of their accomplishments."

What began as a humble partnership between business, community and the local school district to foster the integration of technology into the curriculum has become a highly visible endeavor in sophisticated Web publishing. In 1995, Sonoran Sky Elementary School was named a "Journey" School by the Arizona Department of Education. The Journey School program is designed to advance science and mathematics education through the integration of technology into the curriculum. A key part of the program involves establishing partnerships between business, administration, teachers and parents. Enter Jefferey F. Billings, a local businessman with two companies devoted to environmental clean- up; Bev Kilgore, a computer teacher with a vision for how technology can positively impact classroom learning; Tacy Ashby, a dynamic school principal; and the Paradise Valley Unified School District, a District with a far-reaching commitment to technology. After being introduced to the Apple Internet Server Solution, members of the partnership decided that introducing kids to publishing on the World Wide Web would be important to achieving the goals of a "Journey" school.

"We're talking about kids from K-6 doing Web publishing! The original partnership, combined with the SuperBowl project, have made the students here motivated and excited. Both students and teachers have gone a step beyond, achieving more than they ever thought possible," said Tacy Ashby, Sonoran Sky Elementary School Principal. "Above all, our students are learning skills that will carry them far into the future. They are learning digital photography by using QuickTake cameras, as well as online publishing skills that are in high demand in today's business environment."

Apple Computer, Inc., a recognized innovator in the information industry and leader in multimedia technologies, creates powerful solutions based on easy-to-use personal computers, servers, peripherals, software, online services, and personal digital assistants. Headquartered in Cupertino, California, Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) develops, manufactures, licenses and markets solutions, products, technologies and services for business, education, consumer, entertainment, scientific & engineering and government customers in over 140 countries.

If you are considering the purchase of an Apple product and would like to have product information faxed to you, please call 1-800- 462-4396 in the U.S. or 1-800-263- 3394 in Canada. If you do not have a fax machine or would like to locate an Apple authorized reseller near you, please call 1-800- 538-9696. Customers outside the U.S. should contact their local Apple representatives for information.

Apple's home page on the World Wide Web: http://www.apple.com/


Contest Winner Takes Home PowerMac 7500
Why Mac? Contest Winner Announced: Windows 95 Beta Tester Prefers Mac, Takes Home Power Macintosh 7500 Grand Prize

SAN FRANCISCO, California--January 23, 1996--Apple Computer Inc. today announced the winner of an essay contest asking users to write why they preferred the Mac platform over PCs running Windows 95. Thousands of contestants logged on Apple's Internet home page to participate in the contest, which began last August to coincide with Microsoft's Windows 95 launch. David Caren, a Los Angeles computer consultant, was selected as the grand prize winner and received a Power Macintosh 7500.

"David Caren clearly articulated what was probably the most common theme in the entries: the Macintosh is easier to use, expand, and troubleshoot than PCs running Windows 95," said Dave Garr, Apple marketing manager and contest supervisor. "In addition, Mr. Caren recognized the Mac's advanced multimedia capabilities that he could 'only dream about' with the PC."

Mr. Caren, a former Windows 95 beta tester, was enticed by the Mac after a friend showed him the computer's cutting-edge multimedia and advanced graphics capabilities. But it was also the seamless interface and reliability of the Macintosh computer that convinced him to convert from Windows 95.

"At work, I am a network administrator. I manage a Windows 95 network and a Mac network," said David Caren, Apple's contest winner. "I spend all day fixing crashes on the Windows 95 network but I never get one call from the art department to fix the Macs because they just work."

One hundred and fifty "Been There, Done That" t-shirts were also awarded to contestants for their innovative entries, including a videotape of a twenty month-old girl booting up and using her home Macintosh.

Apple Computer, Inc., a recognized innovator in the information industry and leader in multimedia technologies, creates powerful solutions based on easy-to-use personal computers, servers, peripherals, software, online services, and personal digital assistants. Headquartered in Cupertino, California, Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) develops, manufactures, licenses and markets solutions, products, technologies and services for business, education, consumer, entertainment, scientific & engineering and government customers in over 140 countries.

If you are considering the purchase of an Apple product and would like to have product information faxed to you, please call 1-800- 462-4396 in the U.S. or 1-800-263- 3394 in Canada. If you do not have a fax machine or would like to locate an Apple authorized reseller near you, please call 1-800- 538-9696. Customers outside the U.S. should contact their local Apple representatives for information.

Apple's home page on the World Wide Web: http://www.apple.com/


Pipeline Integrated Remote Access Routers
ASCEND LAUNCHES FULLY INTEGRATED ISDN, FRAME RELAY, LEASED LINE REMOTE ACCESS ROUTER

Pipeline 130... Lowers Cost of Ownership by as Much as 45 Percent

ALAMEDA, CA, JANUARY 22, 1996 -- Ascend Communications Inc. (NASDAQ:ASND), the market leader in WAN access switches, today announced the new Pipeline 130 family of integrated remote access routers. Supporting multiple WAN services, the Pipeline 130 integrates the functionality of a router, a CSU/DSU, and an ISDN NT1. It also combines full software support for Frame Relay, ISDN, bandwidth on demand, and comprehensive security into a single product platform.

"The Pipeline 130 provides a level of flexibility and hardware integration that is unavailable anywhere else," says Bernie Schneider, vice president of marketing at Ascend. "The ability to simultaneously support network services such as Frame Relay and ISDN, while eliminating the need for external boxes such as a CSU/DSU, makes the Pipeline 130 unique in an otherwise crowded field of remote access routers."

"Ascend developed the Pipeline 130 to provide maximum flexibility for corporations while reducing their total cost of ownership," said Liza Henderson, an industry analyst at Verona, N.J.-based TeleChoice. "By integrating support for multiple WAN services with Ascend's proven bandwidth on demand capability, users can install a router that will grow as they expand their operations. They may start out using ISDN to access the corporate LAN or the Internet; then, as their usage and the degree of connectivity between locations grow, they can migrate to Frame Relay. Easier, more cost effective migration is a critical issue because today's network manager focuses on the total cost of ownership. By integrating the functionality typically found in two or more products, the Pipeline 130 simplifies installation and management support, and lowers the overall cost of ownership by as much as 45 percent."

In addition to corporate site support, the Pipeline 130 will help solve the needs of many Internet service providers whose customers require a flexible platform to route traffic from telecommuters, branch offices and corporate users. "We wanted a router that could handle both ISDN and Frame Relay in the same box," said Robert J. Berger, CTO and vice-president of engineering at InterNex Information Systems, a Santa Clara, Calif.-based Internet service provider. "The T1 support with a built-in CSU/DSU for under $2,000 is outstanding; and the ISDN backup is a real bonus."

The Pipeline 130 supports multiple WAN services, including Frame Relay, ISDN, SW56, DDS56, and T1/FT1. It comes bundled with a full suite of remote networking software and security features, such as PAP, CHAP, calling number ID, and Token-ID. It supports IP, IPX, PPP, and Frame Relay; and handles all other protocols via bridging. The Frame Relay software fully supports RFC 1490 for compatibility with the installed base of Frame Relay equipment. MP and Ascend's MP+ provide complete bandwidth on demand capabilities.

AVAILABILITY

The Pipeline 130 is available now in three configurations:

-- with ISDN BRI support with a T1 interface

-- with Switched 56 and DDS56 support

-- with ISDN BRI and DDS56 support

Ascend Communications, Inc. develops, manufactures, sells and supports a broad range of high-speed digital wide area network access products. These products use bandwidth on demand to enhance and extend existing corporate networks for applications such as remote LAN access, Internet access, bulk file transfer, videoconferencing, imaging and multimedia access.

Ascend is headquartered at 1275 Harbor Bay Parkway, Alameda, CA 94502

Phone: 800-621-9578; fax 510-214-2300; E-mail: info@ascend.com.

Ascend's World Wide Web address is http://www.ascend.com.


ISDN Forum to Make ISDN More Accessible
Industry group to focus on making ISDN more accessible

January 23, 1996 -- SAN RAMON, Calif. -- AT&T Network Systems, 3Com Corp., Ascend Communications Inc., and U.S. Robotics Inc. announced today that they have established the ISDN Forum, an industrywide group whose purpose is to make ISDN (Integrated Services Digital Network) more accessible to small businesses and consumers. The ISDN Forum will enhance interoperability between ISDN end-user equipment and the public network, and promote the market's use of ISDN for applications such as Internet access, telecommuting and videoconferencing. The Forum's first effort will be to make ISDN installations more transparent to the end-user.

Forum participants will exchange technical information regarding ISDN; address ISDN user needs; and promote interoperability that allows faster and easier digital transmission of voice, images and data across copper telephone lines. After an initial organizational meeting being held here today, the companies will make further information on participation available to members of the industry, including CPE vendors, network infrastructure vendors, network service providers, information service providers and applications developers.

The initial focus of the Forum's work will be on automated ISDN configuration capabilities including automatic switch detection and automatic Service Profile Identifier (SPID) capabilities. ISDN users currently need to configure their systems for ISDN by entering information about their telephone switch and SPID. Forum participants will design automated ISDN configuration capabilities that will be transparent to the end- user by the end of 1996.

"Small businesses and consumers are hungry for ISDN as a quick, cost- effective way to gain faster access to the Internet, telecommuting, and videoconferencing," said David Helfrich, vice president of Marketing for 3Com Corp. "Improved use and deployment of ISDN can make that happen, and we see the ISDN Forum playing an important role in that development and promotion."

"Our goal is for people to take home an ISDN terminal device, unpack it, plug it in, and be able to use it," said Bernie Schneider, vice president of Marketing for Ascend Communications. "Our Forum's work strives to make that a reality."

"Our companies will make it simpler for customers to choose ISDN as a method of access," said Don Mulder, vice president of Strategic Marketing for U.S. Robotics Corp./Systems Division. "We plan to make ISDN as simple as analog technology is today -- both for individuals and corporations who are faced with the issues of providing remote access solutions for their employees."

"AT&T Network Systems will provide initial technical specification proposals for the Forum's first ISDN initiatives," said Jim Bodycomb, AT&T Network Systems Customer Business Management vice president, 5ESSR-2000 Switch. "We'll also support development and interoperability testing at our Bell Laboratories facilities." 3Com, Ascend, U.S. Robotics and other participants will evaluate the initial ISDN simplification proposals, present additional enhancements, develop features in their CPE equipment that support the Forum's efforts, and provide resources for network interoperability testing.

The ISDN Forum is an open industry forum founded by AT&T Network Systems, 3Com, Ascend Communications and U.S. Robotics. Its membership is open to all ISDN industry stakeholders, and the Forum's work will focus on the following key objectives:

* Simplify ISDN Customer Premise Equipment (CPE) implementation for

  end-users;

* Improve interoperability between the CPE and the network;

* Simplify and/or automate ISDN CPE configuration, operation and

  management;

* Promote open network interoperability and simplify processes for

  ordering and implementing ISDN by end-users;

* Facilitate CPE/network interoperability testing and support;

* Stimulate demand for ISDN through Forum communications;

* Propose specifications for development of enhanced ISDN capabilities.

Questions about becoming a member of the ISDN Forum should be directed to Rob Mariani of AT&T Network Systems at 510-815-8080.

The ISDN Forum

Founding members of the ISDN Forum include:

AT&T NETWORK SYSTEMS: AT&T Network Systems will become part of the new systems and technology company that is expected to be spun off from AT&T as a separate company in 1996 as part of AT&T's restructuring.

3COM CORPORATION: 3Com Corporation has helped more than 25 million people gain access to critical information through high-speed networks. Designed to serve large enterprises, service providers, small offices and homes, 3Com products provide a scaleable architecture to meet the present and future connectivity needs of today's users. With research and development on three continents, 3Com is one of the data networking industry's largest and fastest growing companies and is the industry's largest LAN vendor. 3Com's innovative manufacturing, marketing, sales and support simplify communication, optimize network reliability and protect customer investments. For further information visit 3Com's WorldWide Web site: http://www.3Com.com.

ASCEND COMMUNICATIONS, INC.: Ascend Communications, Inc., develops, manufactures, sells and supports a broad range of high-speed digital wide area network access products. These products use bandwidth-on-demand to enhance and extend existing corporate networks for applications such as remote LAN access, telecommuting, Internet access, videoconferencing and integrated voice, data and video access.

U.S. ROBOTICS, INC.: U.S. Robotics is one of the world's leading suppliers of products and systems that provide access to information. The company designs, manufactures, markets and supports remote access servers, enterprise communications systems, desktop/mobile client products and modems that connect computers and other equipment over analog, digital and switched cellular networks, enabling users to gain access to, manage and share data, fax and voice information. Its customers include Internet service providers, regional Bell operating companies and a wide range of other large corporations, businesses, institutions and individuals. The company's 1995 sales were $889.3 million.


AT&T Network Systems Home Wiring Network
AT&T Network Systems to introduce home wiring network

January 22, 1996 -- MORRISTOWN, N.J. -- With AT&T Network Systems' new HomeStarR Wiring System, homeowners can network together, and distribute throughout their homes, all of their audio/video entertainment centers, personal computers, phones, printers, fax machines, satellite dish antennas and security systems.

Once connected, any of these interactive products and services, including connection to the information superhighway, can be accessed simultaneously from any system outlet in the house.

For example, the HomeStar Wiring System makes it easy for a consumer with a satellite dish, or a single VCR, to view programs on any TV in the house. Home computers can be networked so that a document created on a PC in one room, can be sent to a shared printer elsewhere in the house. For home security, the system can be configured so that output of closed-circuit cameras can be viewed on any TV.

The system will be introduced at the National Association of Home Builders, at Booth # 6569, held January 26-29, 1996 in Houston.

The HomeStar Wiring System is a network of copper cables, a server unit and wall outlets capable of carrying high-speed data and video signals -- thereby connecting, collecting, routing, sending and receiving information -- from any of the networked equipment.

US Tec, Canandaigua, N.Y., has been named to market, distribute and install the HomeStar Wiring System nationwide, to builders, home system specialists and homeowners. Based on the size and scope of a home network, the price for an installed system begins at $900.

"The HomeStar Wiring System capitalizes on Bell Laboratories' networking innovations; on Network Systems' experience in designing and installing complex, private telecommunications networks, and on US Tec's home wiring expertise," said David Laughland, vice president, Marketing, AT&T Network Systems.

"Wiring in homes today, even in newly built ones, cannot handle the demands of new multimedia and advanced, interactive communications services, without the HomeStar System," said Bill Thompson, president, US Tec.

"With it, our customers will get the fullest enjoyment and use of today's offerings, and be assured that they've got their welcome mats out for future services.

The HomeStar Wiring System complies with the Consumer Electronic Bus (CEBus) Standard which sets forth specific procedures and guidelines so that devices -- and services -- from various suppliers can work together.

Contractors and homeowners can get more information about the HomeStar Wiring System and the name of the nearest US Tec dealer by calling US Tec at 1-800-836-2312.

By the end of 1996, AT&T Network Systems will form part of a new systems and technology company with more than $20 billion in revenues. The new company will produce a wide range of telecommunications products, including microelectronics, consumer and business telephone systems and network infrastructure equipment. Bell Laboratories will continue to be the research and development engine for that company.


AT&T Business Network Gets 5 Star Rating
PC Computing awards AT&T Business Network five star rating

January 22. 1996 -- CAMBRIDGE, Mass. -- AT&T today announced that AT&T Business Network, the online service for business professionals, has received a five-star rating -- the highest rating possible -- from PC Computing. The review of AT&T Business Network appears in the February 1996 issue of the monthly computer magazine, and deems AT&T Business Network "Hands-down the most flexible online business resource."

A product of AT&T's New Media Services unit, AT&T Business Network provides business professionals, managers and entrepreneurs with easy access to the news, information and business services they need to grow and manage their businesses. AT&T Business Network features content from a wide range of leading publishers, including CNN Interactive, Dow Jones Business Information Services, Dun & Bradstreet Information Services, Standard & Poor's and TRW, as well as seamless links to Internet business content.

AT&T Business Network is currently hosted on AT&T Interchange Online Network, an advanced publishing platform that hosts specialized services developed by independent publishers. Starting in mid-1996, AT&T Business Network will be offered on the Internet's World Wide Web.

The PC Computing review compares AT&T Business Network with Reuters Business Briefing and rates the products based on usability, usefulness, technology and overall value. Ratings range from "Unacceptable" (one star) to "Excellent" (five stars). In addition to receiving an overall rating of five stars, AT&T Business Network received five stars for usability and four stars for technology quality.

Touting the service's custom information retrieval capabilities, email and communications features, and seamless links to the World Wide Web, the review calls AT&T Business Network a business person's "secret weapon." In addition, the review states that "other online resources...offer similar content, but Business Network's content is the most valuable, and offers links to Web sites." In sum, the review states that "AT&T Business Network ... is perfect for small businesses, entrepreneurs, consultants and managers who demand convenient, comprehensive business news and information."

"We're tremendously proud to have received this recognition," said Michael E. Kolowich, president of AT&T New Media Services. "We've worked hard to deliver a winning combination of valuable information and flexibility. We'll continue to enhance AT&T Business Network throughout 1996, on the AT&T Interchange platform and on the Web."

For more information on AT&T Business Network, please call 1-800- 660-2299 or visit the AT&T Business Network Web site at http://www.att.com/bnet/.

AT&T New Media Services is chartered with developing AT&T-branded content services for business and professional markets. The unit is part of AT&T's strategy for making the Internet and online services as easy to use as the telephone.

AT&T Corp., a global communications and computer company, operates the world's largest and most advanced long-distance network and provides communications services and products, as well as network equipment and computer systems, to businesses, consumers, telecommunications services providers and government agencies.

PC Computing is a leader in testing and reporting on the productivity and usability of computer products as they perform in real-world business environments. Reaching more than 1,000,000 paid readers, the magazine has grown faster than any other magazine in the history of computer publishing. PC Computing is published by Ziff-Davis Publishing Co., and is located in Foster City, Calif. For more information, contact Nancy Garafano at 415-578-7000.


Ultimate SNA Server Starter Pak
MICROSOFT AND ATTACHMATE ANNOUNCE A WORLDWIDE JOINT-MARKETING PROGRAM

The Ultimate SNA Server Starter Pak Gives Users a Simple Route To Advanced IBM Host Connectivity

REDMOND, WASH. - JAN. 23, 1996 - Attachmate Corp. and Microsoft Corp. today announced the Ultimate SNA Server Starter Pak, which provides users with cost-effective client-server connectivity to IBM mainframe applications and data from desktops running the Microsoft Windows, Windows 95 and Windows NT Workstation operating systems. The Ultimate SNA Server Starter Pak is making its debut in the United States, distributed by Ingram Micro, a leading distributor of Microsoft and AttachmateR products. The Starter Pak is composed of the award-winning Microsoft SNA Server, five client-access licenses for SNA Server and five copies of Attachmate's award-winning Extra! client for SNA Server. Ingram Micro's resellers will be able to offer this solution to customers at approximately half the combined price of the separate components. The Ultimate SNA Server Starter Pak is available now. The price of the Starter Pak is approximately $1,339, and approximately $186 for each additional client-access license. The Starter Pak is available for an introductory price of approximately $734 through March 31, 1996. A version of the Starter Pak will be available in Europe starting in February.

The Ultimate SNA Server Starter Pak will provide flexible networking services for branch offices within SNA open gateway architecture (SOGA), a comprehensive framework for enterprise deployment of SNA gateways recently announced by Microsoft. In addition to SNA Server and Attachmate clients, the European version of the Ultimate SNA Server Starter Pak will include a WAN adapter from Cirel. The combination will help customers make a smooth transition from traditional SNA networks to TCP/IP networks while maintaining mission-critical access to IBM host resources.

"Our customers have been asking for more integrated solutions so they can reduce their role as the ultimate software integrator," said Vesa Suomalainen, general manager of the SNA Server product unit at Microsoft. "Our close cooperation with Attachmate enabled the creation of the Ultimate SNA Server Starter Pak, which addresses this need and is supported by both companies."

"Attachmate's industry-leading information-access solutions have been designed specifically to exploit the capabilities of Microsoft Office, Microsoft BackOffice and SNA Server," said Matt Highsmith, vice president of corporate marketing at Attachmate. "By working with Microsoft worldwide, customers can now easily obtain the industry's most advanced, integrated connectivity solution, backed by the most comprehensive support available."

"As a leading distributor of Microsoft SNA Server, we want to make it easier for our resellers to serve the growing demand for SNA Server and Attachmate products," said Lori Snow, director of technical products at Ingram Micro. "The Ultimate SNA Server Starter Pak should be an exciting offering for organizations seeking the best products on the market."

Last August, Digital Equipment Corp. and Microsoft announced a major alliance, designed to help customers implement and support Windows NT-based computing in the enterprise. Because both Windows NT Server and SNA Server support Digital's Alpha technology, the Ultimate SNA Server Starter Pak is also Alpha-compatible.

"Digital endorses the unique solutions being created by Attachmate and Microsoft," said Mike Gallup, vice president of worldwide marketing at Digital. "The Ultimate SNA Server Starter Pak is the perfect complement to our AlphaServer platform."

As a major part of their focus, New Technology Partners, one of Microsoft's leading Solution Providers, works closely with large client organizations to whom host connectivity is critical.

"Because of its superior capabilities, many of our customers already use the combination of Attachmate's client software with Microsoft's SNA Server," said Bruce Backa, president of New Technology Partners. "We believe that Attachmate clients and Microsoft servers provide the best client-server combinations. We are delighted to see this offer because it will make it much easier for our clients to acquire and implement this solution."

Using advanced client-server architecture, Microsoft SNA Server offloads the communications processing from host computers and desktop PCs. Each PC uses standard LAN protocols, such as TCP/IP, IPX/SPX, NetBEUI, BanyanR VINESR or AppleTalkR to connect to one or more SNA servers. The SNA servers then connect to IBM mainframes and AS/400R systems using SNA protocols. SNA Server supports up to 2,000 clients and 10,000 host sessions and offers advanced tools for easy system setup and centralized graphical administration. It supports every important PC and network operating system, LAN, SNA host connection, and host type. Client computers and administrator workstations can connect to SNA Servers across LAN and WAN bridges and routers and over dial-up lines. A key component of the Microsoft BackOffice family of products, SNA Server takes advantage of the Windows NT Server operating system to deliver the power, scalability and security of this robust foundation. Combined with the industry- standard SNA APIs, this foundation makes SNA Server the most flexible platform for integrating PC and host environments.

Optimized for Microsoft SNA Server, Extra! supports SNA Server's native client-server API. Extra! provides a cost-effective solution, allowing users in a Windows NT Server-based environment to use existing network transports supported by SNA Server. Extra!, in conjunction with SNA Server, provides the ideal way to migrate from SNA to TCP/IP. The Ultimate SNA Server Starter Pak supports full SNA printing as well as delivery of host graphics over TCP/IP. All of SNA Server's advanced features, such as hot backup and load balancing, are also supported. Extra! also includes built-in expert controls that dynamically add expertise to mainframe applications via Extra! Basic, a Microsoft Visual BasicR programming system-compliant scripting language. It also includes an advanced set of development APIs, including Microsoft's WinHLLAPI, which work natively with Visual Basic and the Visual C++R development system for creation of re-engineered client-host applications.

Attachmate is the leading supplier of universal information-access software that helps organizations create sophisticated intranets, allowing desktop or remote users to transparently access, manipulate and exchange any business information, whether it resides within the enterprise or on the Internet. Backed by one of the industry's highest levels of direct customer service and support in more than 30 countries worldwide, Attachmate provides high-quality client, server, and authoring tool software and services that provide real- life business solutions to a company's everyday information-access problems.

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ "MSFT") is the worldwide leader in software for personal computers. The company offers a wide range of products and services for business and personal use, each designed with the mission of making it easier and more enjoyable for people to take advantage of the full power of personal computing every day.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PRESS ONLY:

Walter Conner, Director of Corporate Communications, Attachmate Corp., (206) 649-6551

Vesa Suomalainen, General Manager, SNA Server Product Unit, Microsoft Corp., (206) 882-8080

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For more information about Attachmate products, contact Attachmate's headquarters in Bellevue, Wash., at (206) 644-4010 or toll-free at (800) 426-6283. Attachmate's World Wide Web address is http://www.attachmate.com.


Attachmate Enhances SUPPORTWARE! Products
ATTACHMATE UPS ITS COMMITMENT TO CUSTOMER SATISFACTION

Attachmate adds 72-hour critical problem resolution guarantee to its industry leading SUPPORTWARE! products.

BELLEVUE, Wash. -- Attachmate Corporation -- The Intranet Company -- today increased its investment and commitment to customer satisfaction. The addition to the company's already industry-leading service portfolio, Attachmate is unveiling a revolutionary program specifically designed to quickly resolve customers' problems. The new offering guarantees SUPPORTWARE! 96 Elite, Strategic, and Global customers critical problem resolution within a 72-hour time frame. SUPPORTWARE! 96 is Attachmate's robust remote telephone support program, offering customers top-level technical expertise.

In today's multi-vendor communication enterprises, timely and effective response to problems is a necessity. As companies expand their enterprise networks to include Internet access as well as Intranet services for business-critical applications and data, the need for fast and effective vendor support will undoubtedly increase. Attachmate's addition of the 72-hour critical problem resolution guarantee to SUPPORTWARE! 96 is a direct response to this growing customer need.

"Attachmate's response guarantee is leading-edge in the software support market," said Kurt Johnson, director of Systems Software Support Research at International Data Corporation. "Some software vendors guarantee call-back times, but Attachmate is taking this one step further by guaranteeing a resolution time. IDC research shows that fast response and access to the appropriate support person are among customers' most critical high-end support contract requirements. Attachmate is showing its commitment to these customers through its 72-hour critical problem resolution guarantee. By putting its own neck on the line to resolve customers' problems as quickly as possible, Attachmate is demonstrating that it understands the costly implications of system downtime."

SUPPORTWARE! 96 assists customers by ensuring seamless integration of Attachmate products within each customer's unique environment. SUPPORTWARE! goes far beyond traditional "hot-line" customer support. SUPPORTWARE! addresses specific customer needs through customized programs which increase user productivity through fast, accurate, insightful service. SUPPORTWARE! 96 creates an unrivaled service feature-grouping that addresses specific and unique customer needs while still giving the customer flexibility of choice.

"This new resolution time guarantee demonstrates our commitment to increased customer satisfaction. This total dedication of our 350-person support staff, backed by 600 software engineers, gives our SUPPORTWARE! 96 customers the timely critical problem support and solutions they demand," said John Schneider, vice president of Worldwide Service and Support Products at Attachmate. "We've actively listened to customers' concerns and needs. The result is a redefinition of the role and responsibility of the software vendor. The 72-hour critical problem resolution guarantee, as part of SUPPORTWARE! 96, proactively meets the challenges imposed by the dynamics of the industry. Our goal is to reinvest in the heart of our business-the customer. This new commitment to customer support embodies the true spirit of partnership."

Beginning in March, 1996, the 72-hour critical problem resolution guarantee, in conjunction with a 15-minute response guarantee, ensures that Attachmate's US SUPPORTWARE! 96 Elite, Strategic, and Global customers receive the fast critical problem resolution demanded by today's enterprise networks. The critical problem response guarantee is bundled at no extra charge as part of Attachmate's SUPPORTWARE! 96 Elite, Strategic, and Global support products.

ABOUT ATTACHMATE - THE INTRANET COMPANY

Attachmate is the leading supplier of enterprise software that helps organizations create sophisticated Intranets, allowing users to access, manipulate and exchange business information whether it resides within the enterprise or on the Internet. Attachmate's Intranet solutions allow organizations to seamlessly bridge the gap between corporate information systems and the emerging Internet. Backed by a high level of customer service and support, Attachmate's product families include universal information access and productivity-enhancing software ranging from host and Internet communications to collaborative Internet conferencing, publishing and document management software, to remote access, enterprise client/server, and software/network management and distribution applications. The sixth largest PC software company in the world, Attachmate employs over 2,000 people in more than 30 countries.

For more information about Attachmate's products, contact Attachmate's headquarters in Bellevue, Wash. at (206) 644-4010 or toll free (800) 426-6283. Attachmate's World Wide Web address is http://www.attachmate.com.


Autodesk Ships AutoCAD Rel 13 for Win95
AUTODESK SHIPS AUTOCAD RELEASE 13 FOR WINDOWS 95

Logo-Compliant Version Fully Exploits New 32-bit Operating System

SAN RAFAEL, Calif, January 22, 1996- - Autodesk, Inc., the fourth- largest PC software company in the world, announced that AutoCAD Release 13 software for Windows 95 is now shipping. With this release, AutoCAD, the world's leading design software , becomes a 32-bit, Microsoft Windows 95 logo-compliant application. This latest version of AutoCAD, R13c4, also contains maintenance improvements including feature additions, stability enhancements, and performance improvements, for all supported PC operating systems. In addition, this release provides a new generation of application programming interfaces (APIs), the AutoCAD Runtime Extension (ARX), that allows developers the ability to create fast and easy-to-use object-oriented applications.

"Autodesk has worked closely with Microsoft to achieve the Windows 95 logo, helping to ensure AutoCAD Release 13 takes advantage of the extra power of the 32-bit, multitasking environment that Windows 95 offers, thus increasing design professionals' produ ctivity," said Brad Chase, general manager of the personal systems division at Microsoft.

Bruce Jenkins, a vice president at Daratech, said, "For users seeking the improved speed and better utilization of computer resources offered by Windows 95, this new AutoCAD version should be one of the fastest AutoCAD Windows releases so far, and will be especially welcomed by customers transitioning from Windows 3.1 to Windows 95."

AutoCAD Release 13 for Windows 95 combines the world's leading design software, AutoCAD, with Windows 95, a 32-bit operating system that allows the 32-bit AutoCAD to maximize its performance. AutoCAD R13 software contains Windows 95 logo-compliant featur es such as OLE 2.0 with drag and drop capability and support for long filenames, uninstall, Universal Naming Convention (UNC) pathnames, email, and the Windows 95 user interface (UI). Another benefit of the 32-bit environment found in Windows 95 is the abi lity to run multiple sessions of AutoCAD R13, which is not possible in Windows 3.1 or MS-DOS environments. Running AutoCAD R13 on a 32-bit operating system, users should experience a speed increase of 20 percent or more over most Windows 3.1 configuratio ns. Except for the Windows 95 UI, all of these features are also supported when running AutoCAD under Windows NT.

ARX: A new generation of developer APIs

Since AutoCAD R13 first shipped in November 1994, it has contained an object-oriented database. The new ARX development environment provides a foundation for the next generation of design software from Autodesk and its partners. Through the new APIs provi ded in AutoCAD R13c4, developers can access the object-oriented database. ARX provides independent application developers tighter integration with AutoCAD's core technology, letting them create significantly faster, more robust and easy-to-use applicatio ns.

"While our competitors are selling legacy products, we've been busy rearchitecting our flagship product to deliver the infrastructure for the next generation of design technology," said Robert Carr, vice president of Engineering at Autodesk. "I want to sa y this loudly and clearly: Autodesk is the first design software company to put object- oriented technology in the hands of our customers. In fact, more customers use AutoCAD R13 today than any of our competitors' entire installed base."

"ARX really opens up AutoCAD R13 and allows us unprecedented access to all sorts of data and functionality that we could not get to before," said Chris Hawkins, software developer at Ansys, Inc., developers of design optimization and engineering analysis software. "ARX is great for developers. Now we can define new objects and state how they behave inside AutoCAD and AutoCAD will manage those objects."

Maintenance Improvements Found in AutoCAD R13c4

As in previous maintenance releases of AutoCAD R13, R13c4 offers stability enhancements, performance improvements, and feature additions. Some of the new feature additions for R13c4 include: drawing generation from AutoCAD ACIS-based solid models; a mor e accessible method for managing text styles; a new set of LISP functions for accessing external databases; two new SQL drivers, Informix for DOS and Oracle for Windows 3.1 and NT; direct distance entry, a very quick method for drawing and editing to a sp ecified size or distance; and Cue Cards that help users learn how to quickly apply their drafting skills to AutoCAD one step at a time. In addition, the internal and external testing efforts for this release have been increased substantially in order to expand real-world use and evaluation prior to shipment.

To help AutoCAD users transition to a 32-bit operating system, Autodesk has made AutoCAD Release 13 available on a multiplatform license that contains support for Windows 95, Windows NT, Windows 3.1 or MS-DOS for one price, US$3,750 for CD-ROM and US$3,9 95 for diskettes. Autodesk customers can upgrade from AutoCAD Release 12 to Release 13 for US$495. AutoVision R2 c4, a photorealistic rendering and animation software package designed specifically for AutoCAD R13, also runs under Windows 95. AutoCAD R13 users can take a free 30- day AutoVision test drive with the AutoVision software included in the AutoCAD R13 box. AutoVision is priced at US$495 SRP.

The R13c4 maintenance release for UNIX, including Sun SPARCstation, Hewlett-Packard 9000 Series 700, Silicon Graphics, Inc. workstations, and IBM RISC System/6000 platforms, and Windows NT on Alpha Systems, will be available in a few weeks. All UNIX versions and Windows NT on Alpha Systems will be available for US$3,750 on CD- ROM.

AutoCAD R13c4 will be mailed free in the U.S. to registered AutoCAD R13 sites in February. Dealers, however, may add a nominal charge for installation or support services.

For more information on Autodesk or upgrades, please call 415-507- 5000, type GO ADESK on CompuServe, or visit the World Wide Web site at http://www.autodesk.com

Autodesk is the world's leading supplier of PC and UNIX-based design software and PC multimedia tools. The company's 2D and 3D products and data management tools are used in many industries for architectural design, mechanical design, film-making, videog raphy and geographic information systems. The fourth largest PC software company in the world, Autodesk has three million customers in 126 countries. Autodesk products are sold through Autodesk Systems Centers, Dealers and Distributors worldwide.


Autodesk Preferred Education Partner Program
AUTODESK OFFERS MULTIMEDIA DESIGN SOFTWARE SUBSCRIPTIONS TO EDUCATION

Program Helps Schools Develop Leading Edge Design Curriculums

SAN RAFAEL, California, January 22, 1996 -- Releasing the second subscription option under its Autodesk Preferred Education Partner Program, Autodesk today announced the availability of its Multimedia collection of software to U. S. colleges, universities and large school districts at unprecedented volume rates. The Autodesk Preferred Education Partner Program's Multimedia subscription, like the Design and Drafting subscription announced last fall, is a campus-wide membership program that lets schools purchase Autodesk software at economical volume rates.

As the world's largest provider of PC-based multimedia animation tools, Autodesk is committed to fostering the use of these tools in the design learning process. Thousands of architecture and engineering students and a growing number of art, computer graphics, communication and film students use Autodesk 3D Studio and other multimedia software as a part of their design education. According to The Roncarelli Report, content for seventy percent of computer games is created with Autodesk products. Also, a number of U. S. feature films have included computer-generated images designed using Autodesk multimedia software.

As with the Design and Drafting subscription, the Multimedia software suite will be of interest to schools with drafting, technology, architecture and engineering design programs. In addition, schools with art, film and computer animation and visualization curriculums will benefit from the ability to purchase this popular Autodesk software at a greatly lowered cost to the campus.

"More and more colleges and universities offer or want to offer Multimedia programs for architecture and engineering students. Also, computer graphics and animation design programs are an increasingly important priority for film schools and art departments," commented Jim Purcell, Autodesk's Director of Education. "These programs typically have very limited budgets for software; taking advantage of Autodesk Preferred Education Partner volume rates can sometimes make the difference between having and not having a Multimedia design curriculum."

Prior to the inception of the Autodesk Preferred Education Partner Program, schools could acquire Autodesk products only by purchasing stand-alone software packages for each computer in the classroom. Autodesk Preferred Education Partners receive Autodesk software and a variety of technical support, curriculum and training benefits by paying an annual membership fee based upon the number of units of software licensed. As an example, under a three year agreement, a college may install up to 100 campus-wide licenses of Autodesk's 3D Studio, 3D Props, 3D Surfer, Animator Studio and other complementary Autodesk multimedia design software products. All software is contained on one set of CD ROM disks. Depending upon the number of licenses installed, the cost could be as little as $250 annually per computer.

Autodesk will collaborate with schools to extend software and support benefits to all involved departments or schools in an educational system. A comprehensive membership package can be developed for each participating school site, maximizing the funds and hardware available.

In addition to affordable software, Autodesk Preferred Education Partners will always have ready access to current Autodesk technology. Budgeting is simplified and more predictable because automatic, semi- annual software upgrades are included in the annual membership fee. Campus administrators can better manage and track their Autodesk software inventory, updates and upgrades.

As part of their annual membership fee, schools that participate in the Autodesk Preferred Education Partner Program will also receive the following benefits and resources at no extra charge:

 Automatic, semi-annual updates to software under the subscription.

 This includes new releases and platforms, ensuring that schools

 are teaching current Autodesk software versions on the appropriate

 hardware.

 Telephone technical support is provided to two representatives

 from the Partner campus, with direct access to Autodesk's Product

 Support Representatives.

 Special rates for additional campus-wide subscriptions are offered

 to the Partner school, which can bring down overall software costs

 even further.

 The VIP Faculty Club provides special support and resources to

 the Partner faculty  representatives. Members receive technical

 and academic white papers written by experts in design and education,

 a bi-monthly newsletter and free or special offers on Autodesk

 software.

Reduced rates on customized training workshops and seminars presented by Autodesk are also available to member schools.

Autodesk Preferred Education Partner memberships are currently available to educational institutions in the U. S. directly from Autodesk Region Managers for Education or phone 415-507-6415. The Autodesk Preferred Education Partner Program is the latest offering from Autodesk's Education Department, which is dedicated to provide the software and services that prepare individuals for careers in design. Recognizing that educator and student needs are different from those of commercial users, Autodesk offers special packages and prices to educational institutions, faculty and students, and trains users through its network of over 800 Autodesk Training Centers worldwide.

Autodesk is the world's leading supplier of PC and UNIX-based design software and PC multimedia tools. The company's 2D and 3D products and data management tools are used in many industries for architectural design, mechanical design, film-making, videography and geographic information systems.  The fourth largest PC software company in the world, Autodesk has three million customers in 118 countries.

For more information about Autodesk, please call 415-507-5000, type GO ADESK on CompuServe or log-in with a World Wide Web browser at http://www.autodesk.com.


Bay Networks Leader in RMON Network Mgmt
IDC Study Names Bay Networks the Leader in Embedded RMON-Based Network Management

Worldwide Market Share of 41 Percent Represents Significant Lead for Bay Networks in Providing Customers with Network Management Capabilities

BILLERICA, Mass., January 24, 1996 -- According to International Data Corporation (IDC), a leading worldwide computer industry research firm, Bay Networks (NASDAQ: BNET) is the 1995 market leader among network hardware vendors supporting RMON-based management through embedded hardware probes. Bay Networks captured 41 percent worldwide market share, nearly twice that of its nearest competititors 3Com and Cabletron.

According to Brian Burba, author of the IDC report, "Bay Networks owes its dominant market position to its strength in delivering full RMON support and its consistent effort to incorporate RMON across its entire product line... RMON support is nearly ubiquitous in the Bay line of network devices." According to IDC's report, The RMON Market, Bay Networks closed sales of embedded RMON totaling $126 million in a market that reached $293 million for the year, a 111 percent increase over 1994's market of $139 million.

In September 1995, Bay Networks announced availability of a new suite of RMON design and analysis tools that provide the industry's first support for enterprise-wide network layer monitoring. At that time, Bay Networks also articulated its strategy for delivering RMON and RMON2 across its entire product line of hubs, routers and switches. The emerging RMON2 standard enables network managers to view traffic flow across the enterprise network - from the network through the application layers. This allows network managers to view traffic as it moves across the enterprise at each layer of the OSI model - a capability that has a significant benefit when managing client/server environments.

According to IDC, 1995 sales for embedded RMON grew 111 percent from 1994. The report projects sales of embedded RMON to grow 54 percent CAGR (compounded annual growth rate) through the year 2000. IDC attributes this explosive growth to demand for proactive network management driving widespread adoption of full RMON followed by RMON2.

"In today's increasingly complicated and distributed environments, network managers and IT professionals require robust management facilities to manage, monitor and troubleshoot client/server-based networks and applications," said Jim Goetz, director of network management at Bay Networks. "By integrating RMON and RMON2 functionality across our entire product line, Bay Networks continues to lead the market by being the only company providing customers with the ability to view and analyze their traffic end-to-end across the enterprise. These results from the IDC report reflect Bay Networks' strong commitment to intelligent standards-based network instrumentation to support production client/server networks."

Bay Networks, Inc. is a leading worldwide supplier of a full range of highly available, multiprotocol routers, intelligent hubs, high-speed switches, and sophisticated network management products for organizations building enterprise-wide information internetworks. Through the acquisition of Xylogics, a leader in the remote access market, Bay Networks also offers a complete line of award-winning analog, channelized T-1 and ISDN remote access products that provide remote users and offices transparent access to corporate network resources. With more than 1,750 resellers and 1,600 direct sales and service personnel worldwide, Bay Networks markets and supports its comprehensive product suite in 121 offices, providing 7x24 global support coverage. Bay Networks' World Wide Web address is: http://www.baynetworks.com.


Bay Networks & First Virtual Alliance
Bay Networks and First Virtual Corporation Form Strategic Alliance to Provide Desktop Multimedia Solutions

Partnership Represents Significant Step in the Deployment of Desktop Multimedia in ATM Environments

SANTA CLARA, CA., January 23, 1996 -- Bay Networks, Inc. (Nasdaq: BNET) and First Virtual Corporation today announced they have signed an agreement to enable the extension of desktop multimedia services into the ATM LAN backbone. The technology agreement will speed the deployment of desktop multimedia applications in ATM environments, completing a comprehensive capability for the companies to deliver Quality of Service (QoS) networking.

Under terms of the agreement, Bay Networks will resell and support a private-label version of the core First Virtual Corporation product set. This new product set, the Bay Networks Multimedia Switch system, will include a 25 Mb/s Workgroup ATM switch, a 25 Mb/s NIC Card, and MOS - the First Virtual Media Operating Software. Additionally, the companies have agreed to integrate management of the 25 Mb/s ATM switch through Bay Networks' Optivity network management system.

By providing enterprise management, scalable LAN Emulation (LANE) and worldwide service and support, Bay Networks will significantly extend multimedia capabilities across the enterprise. Optivity is an enterprise management system delivering comprehensive support beyond the simplistic MIB-only SNMP implementations available with most 25Mb/s ATM systems. The combination of the First Virtual MOS software support for multimedia on the NIC card and the utilization of LANE services on the Bay Networks 5000AH provides centralized management of enterprise-scalable LANE, connecting legacy systems with ATM.

Rob Newman, vice president of switched internetworking products at Bay Networks, commented, "Our relationship with First Virtual combines their leading multimedia workgroup switch technology with Bay Networks' strong position in the ATM LAN backbone market. Through this alliance, Bay Networks extends our ATM capabilities to the desktop while supporting critical Quality of Service, high bandwidth and low cost for multimedia applications such as video-based training, distance-learning and desktop video conferencing. Importantly, management of the Multimedia Switch will be seamless, through integration with Optivity network management software, providing our customers with a true end-to-end solution to desktop video."

"Multimedia to the desktop addresses many business-intensive issues such as congested videoconference facilities, training resource headaches, and escalating travel expenditures," said Ralph Ungermann, CEO of First Virtual Corporation. "Through this joint sales and technology partnership with Bay Networks, we are able to integrate ISDN, H.320, AVI, MPEG, and other multimedia standards with ATM in a manageable, cost effective solution. This represents a significant opportunity for both companies to provide our customers with a competitive advantage in decreasing costs and increasing employee productivity."

Multimedia ATM Switch

The Bay Networks Multimedia Switch is supported under the Bay Networks Switched Internetwork Services (BaySIS) architecture, encompassing the entire enterprise - from desktops, LAN backbones and WAN backbones to branch offices and mobile professionals. With the addition of the new Multimedia Switch, Bay Networks offers the most extensive ATM networking solution in the industry, providing ATM routing, ATM switching, LAN Emulation and ATM desktop multimedia.

The Bay Networks Multimedia 25Mb/s ATM Switch will have a base configuration of 8 25Mb/s ports, 2 OC-3 uplink ports, and an Ethernet connection supporting LAN Emulation. The Multimedia Switch has a modular architecture that supports configurations of up to 20 25Mb/s ATM ports.

Bay Networks will integrate the Multimedia Switch under Optivity, providing both Autotopology and Expanded View applications. Integration with Optivity will give users a new level of simplified management to manage, configure and troubleshoot the 25 Mb/s ATM switch from a central location.

Confirmed Interoperability

Bay Networks and First Virtual Corporation have already undertaken the testing required to prove interoperability. The testing confirms the ability of the Multimedia Switch to implement multimedia applications over extended ATM infrastructures. The Bay Networks 5000AH ATM switch forms the backbone of these networks and the Backbone Node (BN) router with the ATM routing engine provides the highest performance and scalability ATM routing solution in the industry, while the Multimedia Switch connects workstations that have the requirement and ability to support multimedia applications.

Pricing and Availability

The complete Bay Networks 25Mb/s ATM product set will be available early second quarter 1996. The base configuration of eight 25Mb/s ports, 2 OC-3 uplink ports and an Ethernet connection supporting LAN Emulation starts at $7,625. Pricing for adapters start at $635 and MOS software is available individually or through multi-user licenses.

Bay Networks, Inc. is a leading worldwide supplier of a full range of highly available, multiprotocol routers, intelligent hubs, high- speed switches, and sophisticated network management products for organizations building enterprise-wide information internetworks. Through the acquisition of Xylogics, a leader in the remote access market, Bay Networks also offers a complete line of award-winning analog, channelized T-1 and ISDN remote access products that provide remote users and offices transparent access to corporate network resources. With more than 1,750 resellers and 1,600 direct sales and service personnel worldwide, Bay Networks markets and supports its comprehensive product suite in 121 offices, providing 7x24 global support coverage. Bay Networks' World Wide Web address is: http://www.baynetworks.com.

Founded in October 1993, First Virtual Corporation is a desktop multimedia networking company that specializes in enabling high quality, plug- and-play desktop multimedia collaboration through the use of ATM technology. FVC's multimedia networking hardware and software products allow business users to collaborate with others by simultaneously participating in video conferences, sharing information on demand, accessing high speed data applications and tuning in to live broadcasts.


Caere Terminates Acquisition of ViewStar
CAERE ANNOUNCES TERMINATION OF AGREEMENT TO ACQUIRE VIEWSTAR

January 22, 1996 - Los Gatos - Caere Corporation (NASDAQ:CAER) today announced that it has exercised its right to terminate its agreement to acquire ViewStar Corporation due to the non-fulfillment of certain closing conditions. Caere's stockholder meeting, to be held on Tuesday, January 23, 1996, will continue as planned in order for Caere's stockholders to consider an amendment to Caere's Employee Stock Purchase Plan, another item of business scheduled to be voted upon at the meeting. In connection with its termination of the agreement, Caere has accrued a one-time charge against earnings in the quarter ended December 31, 1995, in the amount of approximately $1,000,000 in connection with expenses related to the agreement. Caere has made a claim against ViewStar under the agreement for reimbursement of these expenses plus a $1,200,000 breakup fee.

Subsequent to Caere's delivery to ViewStar of Caere's notice of termination, ViewStar notified Caere that ViewStar contested Caere's right to terminate the agreement, and that ViewStar intended to terminate the agreement, and to assert a claim against Caere for reimbursement of ViewStar's expenses plus the $1,200,000 breakup fee.

Caere Corporation, with U.S. headquarters in Los Gatos, California, and European headquarters in Caere GmbH, in Munich, Germany, is the leader in OCR technology and a leading provider of desktop document management and forms processing products.


CA-Unicenter/TNG Swr Developers' Kit Avail
CA-UNICENTER/TNG SOFTWARE DEVELOPERS' KIT NOW AVAILABLE

CREATES ENORMOUS OPPORTUNITIES FOR THIRD-PARTIES TO DELIVER NEW INTEGRATED ENTERPRISE MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS

MANAGES TRADITIONAL CLIENT/SERVER, INTRANET AND INTERNET ENVIRONMENTS THROUGH UNIQUE 3D USER INTERFACE

ISLANDIA, N.Y., January 23, 1996--Creating a wealth of market opportunities for third-party developers, Computer Associates today announced availability of a software developers' kit (SDK) for CA-Unicenter/TNG, the first solution for end-to-end management of information technology resources from a business process perspective.

Fully object-oriented, CA-Unicenter/TNG (The Next Generation) establishes a revolutionary link between an organization's information technology resources and its business policies. Through its unique real-world interface, organizations can display and control their entire enterprise information technology infrastructure--including applications, databases, systems and networks.

By utilizing the CA-Unicenter/TNG SDK, third-party developers can create a new class of solutions to manage the entire enterprise computing environment. The resulting solutions utilize a real-world interface -- using 3D animation and virtual reality technology -- to manage traditional client/server, Intranet and Internet environments. This SDK is currently available on Windows NT Workstations and is optimized for Intel's Pentium Pro processor.

"Third-party developers are creating an entire industry around CA- Unicenter," said CA President and COO Sanjay Kumar. "The SDK creates enormous opportunities for third-parties to expand their market penetration, and for clients to extend their applications around CA-Unicenter. For the first time, developers can bring highly-scaleable, multi- platform management solutions to market without the risks and costs of building a management infrastructure."

Today's announcement drew widespread support from more than a dozen prominent industry leaders, including Hewlett-Packard, Intel, Microsoft, Netscape, and Sun (see accompanying release).

The CA-Unicenter/TNG SDK utilizes a rich set of tools, APIs and services, combined with a scaleable manager/agent architecture that provides a level of integration unsurpassed in the industry. It is the only SDK to provide such complete integration facilities as a seamless 3D user interface, a common object repository, a highly-scaleable manager/agent paradigm, and robust management functions.

Third-party management applications can share policies, request services and provide services to other management functions that utilize the CA-Unicenter/TNG architecture. Agents built with the SDK can be deployed across networks. Applications also can be ported quickly to CA-Unicenter-supported platforms, including all major versions of Unix, Windows NT and AS/400.

Existing applications can be integrated with CA-Unicenter/TNG without being rewritten. Because CA-Unicenter/TNG is a layered architecture, developers can initially integrate solutions at one level and increase the integration over time.

Three sets of APIs allow for easy integration with CA-Unicenter/TNG:

* The CA-WorldView API helps organizations integrate their applications with CA-Unicenter/TNG's real-world interface, which runs on Windows NT based on an object repository. This technology makes it extremely easy and intuitive to navigate through an organization's web of IT assets--from global networks, to individual computers, to the hardware within those computers, even to the abstract objects such as database processes and user IDs. The API supports the storage, manipulation and retrieval of managed objects in the object repository. The repository drives the business process views of CA-Unicenter/TNG and supports complete customization of the user interface.

* The Enterprise Management API enables cross-application integration and makes management policies defined by users available to third parties. All management applications can seamlessly communicate with one another, with underlying agent layers, and with the CA-WorldView API and repository.

* The Agent Factory API allows third parties to easily construct and deploy multi-platform, scaleable manager/agent applications. Any agent can manage key enterprise network, system, database or application resources using the API. Common shared agent services can be distributed across agents and their target resource, providing advanced correlation and automation without additional development effort. Third-party solutions can process information derived from CA-Unicenter/TNG agents.

"The CA-Unicenter/TNG SDK is a plus for CA and the industry," said Paul Mason, director of systems management service, International Data Corp., Framingham, Mass. "With the SDK, third-parties can finally develop software products that consistently leverage enterprise policy management as well as CA's 3D user interface. CA is unique in the degree to which it has made available a common platform of base services for end users to manage their enterprise."

For more information, contact the TNG SDK Partner Department at CA, One Computer Associates Plaza, Islandia, NY, 11788, (516) 342-5133 or email tngsdk@cai.com

Computer Associates International, Inc. (NYSE: CA), with headquarters in Islandia, NY, is the world leader in mission-critical business software. The company develops, licenses and supports more than 500 integrated products that include systems and database management, application development, manufacturing and financial applications. CA has 9,000 people in 130 offices in 36 countries and had revenue of $2.6 billion in its 1995 fiscal year. CA can be reached by visiting its homepage on the worldwide web (http://www.cai.com).


Ind. Leaders Embrace CA-Unicenter/TNG SDK
INDUSTRY LEADERS EMBRACE CA-UNICENTER/TNG SDK

ISLANDIA, N.Y., January 23, 1996--Leading industry vendors lined up today in support of Computer Associates' software developers' kit for CA-Unicenter/TNG. A sampling of their comments follows:

BOB BEAUCHAMP, DIRECTOR OF CORPORATE STRATEGY AND MARKET DEVELOPMENT, BMC SOFTWARE:

"BMC Software believes that the CA-Unicenter/TNG SDK is a welcome step forward for customers who require the application management capabilities of PATROL to be tightly integrated with CA-Unicenter. Computer Associates is a key strategic partner for BMC software and we look forward to furthering our close relationship to continue to deliver best-of-breed solutions for enterprise-wide systems and applications management."

REIJANE HUAI, CEO AND CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD, CHEYENNE SOFTWARE, INC.:

"The CA-Unicenter/TNG SDK, combined with its business process view, 3D interface and true end-to-end management, will even better position CA-Unicenter as the premier enterprise-wide systems management tool. Cheyenne is looking forward to utilizing this technology to provide new services to its clients."

GENE AUSTIN, VICE PRESIDENT OF MARKETING, COMPAQ SYSTEMS DIVISION:

"Compaq is committed to making our products the easiest to manage in the distributed enterprise environment. By working with industry leaders such as Computer Associates, we ensure our proactive systems management application -- Compaq Insight Manager -- is well integrated with key systems management software. This SDK will give customers more control of their networks by enabling the integration of Insight Manager into the open management environment provided by CA-Unicenter/TNG. The result will be the comprehensive management of customer servers, clients, operating systems and applications."

RONALD L. SKATES, PRESIDENT AND CEO, DATA GENERAL CORPORATION:

"Computer Associates and Data General have been partners for many years. We were one of the first to recognize the value of CA-Unicenter as a way for our users to link their IT enterprise computing environment. In addition to reselling the CA-Unicenter product, Data General also uses it internally. The CA-Unicenter/TNG software developers' kit will greatly facilitate our ability to customize management of distributed networks of Aviion servers and CLARiion storage systems."

RICHARD E. BELLUZZO, EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND GENERAL MANAGER, COMPUTER ORGANIZATION, HEWLETT-PACKARD COMPANY:

"The delivery of object-oriented services in the CA-Unicenter/TNG software developers' kit extends the integration of technologies between CA, delivering industry-leading solutions for enterprise management, and Hewlett-Packard, the premier provider of network and systems management technology. Not only are we providing a combined solution for our customers, but we are enabling business-oriented views of their network and systems management resources resulting in simplified but finely tuned control by non-technical managers."

DAVE HOUSE, SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND GENERAL MANAGER, INTEL ENTERPRISE SERVER GROUP:

"CA-Unicenter/TNG's virtual reality-based user interface represents a significant advancement in systems management ease-of-use and functionality. TNG is a perfect example of the new wave of rich, multimedia business software being developed to take full advantage of powerful Pentium Pro-based workstations. Application vendors will see the TNG/Pentium Pro combination as a very attractive platform."

MICHAEL J. ORLICH, MANAGER, SITE PRODUCTS, LEIBERT CORPORATION:

"Through the use of CA-Unicenter/TNG software developers kit, we will be able to provide full integration of our environmental protection systems, power distribution systems and uninterruptible power systems from a single monitoring point to CA-Unicenter/TNG's management infrastructure. For the user, this means a complete, seamless integration of all parameters affecting their enterprise. CA's approach with the SDK is the right method, allowing companies like ours to manage the interface for ongoing updates and information flow from infrastructure subsystems to high-end enterprise management systems."

ROBERT J. HERBOLD, EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT/CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER, MICROSOFT CORP.:

"We're pleased that CA-Unicenter/TNG will take advantage of the unique capabilities of Windows NT Workstation, such as its Win32 architecture, and support of OpenGL and OLE. CA and Microsoft will continue to work together on integrated, end-to-end enterprise management solutions for our mutual customers."

JACK STEEG, VICE PRESIDENT OF STRATEGIC ALLIANCES, NCR CORP.:

"Systems management is an important element in building the customer solutions provided by NCR Corporation, and the CA-Unicenter/TNG product is a natural fit for this environment. It becomes a stronger offering when there are open interfaces to manage the various applications and operating system elements. NCR Corporation is pleased to be a CA development partner and applauds Computer Associates in making the CA-Unicenter/TNG SDK available. We look forward to combining the CA-Unicenter/TNG SDK with our new Worldmark line of servers to provide our joint customers with quality systems management solutions."

MARC ANDREESSEN, VICE PRESIDENT, TECHNOLOGY, NETSCAPE COMMUNICATIONS CORP.:

"The delivery of the CA-Unicenter/TNG SDK clearly demonstrates CA's commitment to an open management environment. The object-oriented architecture of CA-Unicenter/TNG makes it easy to integrate the management of Netscape servers. CA-Unicenter/TNG's 3D virtual reality view is vital to the safe and secure management of Internet environments and the expansion of their use in commercial applications."

JIM MASSONI, PRODUCT LINE DIRECTOR, TUXEDO SYSTEM, NOVELL, INC.:

"At Novell, we believe in providing our enterprise customers with the ability to integrate the finest technologies. Systems management has reached a level of openness with CA-Unicenter/TNG where customers are given the choice of integrating systems, networks, DBMSs and application management needs. Novell's TUXEDO System administrative framework provides business' developing applications the infrastructure and instrumentation for effective application management under a CA-Unicenter/TNG managed environment. We believe the synergies in the TUXEDO and CA-Unicenter/TNG methodologies of 'business process' application development and management provide our customers with the right set of tools to cost effectively manage their distributed IT environment."

SCOTT MCNEALY, PRESIDENT, CHAIRMAN AND CEO, SUN MICROSYSTEMS:

"Here at Sun, we are combining our network expertise with Computer Associates' to better manage today's global corporate networks. CA-Unicenter/TNG's tool kit enables greater integration of CA's systems management technologies with Sun's network management products and further simplifies the management of heterogeneous networks. Through object-oriented technologies such as Sun's Java and CA-Unicenter/TNG, networked computing and the Internet are ready to bring business computing to new heights."

ALAN GOLD, SENIOR DIRECTOR, SYMBOL TECHNOLOGIES, INC.:

"As a leading provider of wireless local area network technology, Symbol Technologies is pleased to see the introduction of the CA- Unicenter/TNG software developers' kit. Through the Symbol Spectrum24 wireless LAN, our customers operate in a wide range of business and commercial client/server environments, and the capabilities of CA- Unicenter/TNG will greatly enhance our customers' ability to manage their total environment, wired or wireless. Symbol is a long-standing development and business partner of CA, and we are excited about the continued growth of the CA-Unicenter product."

ROEL PIEPER, PRESIDENT AND CEO, TANDEM COMPUTERS INC.:

"CA's delivery of the software developers' kit for CA-Unicenter/TNG extends Tandem's strategy to provide continuous computing and interconnectivity across networks. For the first time, our mutual clients can deliver an end-to-end management structure to support their open commercial computing initiatives."

MARIUS ABEL, SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, UB NETWORKS:

"CA-Unicenter/TNG represents the long-awaited convergence of network management and systems management. UB Networks will use the SDK to build links between TNG and UB's NetDirector applications. We believe that the combination of network and systems management will provide superior end-to-end management solutions for our customers."

DAVID MATTHEWS, VICE PRESIDENT OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT, UNIKIX TECHNOLOGIES:

"Our customers are asking for systems and network solutions that manage at the application level. Clearly, applications are an integral part of any enterprise management system, but they have been overlooked. The CA-Unicenter/TNG software developers' kit will now enable us to integrate UniKix OLTP, so clients can manage assets down to the individual transaction."

For more information, contact the TNG SDK Partner Department at CA, One Computer Associates Plaza, Islandia, NY, 11788, (516) 342-5133 or email tngsdk@cai.com

Computer Associates International, Inc. (NYSE: CA), with headquarters in Islandia, NY, is the world leader in mission-critical business software. The company develops, licenses and supports more than 500 integrated products that include systems and database management, application development, manufacturing and financial applications. CA has 9,000 people in 130 offices in 36 countries and had revenue of $2.6 billion in its 1995 fiscal year. CA can be reached by visiting its homepage on the worldwide web (http://www.cai.com).


Cincom M/ARCHIVE Document Archiving System
CINCOM Expands Archiving Capabilities of Document Solutions

CINCOM'S DOCUMENT SOLUTIONS GROUP ANNOUNCES MAJOR RELEASE OF DOCUMENT ARCHIVING SYSTEM, M/ARCHIVE

UNLIMITED DOCUMENT STORAGE CAPACITY DESIGNED TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF CLIENT/SERVER ENVIRONMENT

M/ARCHIVE IS THE DOCUMENT ARCHIVING COMPONENT OF AURORADS, CINCOM'S SUITE OF DOCUMENT SOLUTION PRODUCTS

CINCINNATI, OHIO, January 22, 1996 -- The Document Solutions Group of Cincom Systems, Inc. today announced the immediate availability of Release 1.4.7 of M/Archive. The primary purpose of this new release is expansion of the archiving storage capacity to accommodate the needs of organizations such as insurance companies, financial institutions, utilities, and government agencies for electronic document storage. The new storage capacity is virtually unlimited. The multifile storage architecture also allows categories of like documents to be archived on individual files. This allows for simplified and selective backup and restore procedures.

M/Archive Release 1.4.7 is designed to support a client/server environment. Through M/Archive, an end user using a PC can query and search for archived documents that may ultimately be stored on a local server, mainframe, or other storage media. All indices required to identify and select a specific archived document, or range of archived documents, are maintained in the online system.

"The expanded storage capacity now available in M/Archive provides tremendous value to our users," stated Nic Carter, Cincom's Document Solutions Group International Product Manager. "This enhancement satisfies the document storage needs of our highest volume customers while at the same time providing them easy access to those documents through a desktop PC."

M/Archive Release 1.4.7 was beta tested at five user sites around the world including the Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation, which is required to maintain an electronic copy of all correspondence.

M/Archive is a component of AuroraDS, Cincom's suite of client/server document solution products. These products enable users to automate the business processes related to correspondence and document generation, printing, and archiving. With M/Archive users can store information created by Cincom's document production systems, other word processing and spreadsheet packages, and any data generated electronically including scanned images. Users can easily retrieve documents using keyword or full text searches, view them anywhere, and print them in the software environment from which they were stored. Many customers are using M/Archive as a cost-effective alternative to imaging software.

Cincom Systems is one of the world's largest and most experienced computer software firms, serving the business needs of organizations for more than 25 years. More than 60 offices provide software technologies in document solutions, manufacturing and financial applications, database management systems, and application development on a wide range of industry-standard platforms. For more information on Cincom and its products, please visit the World Wide Web site at http://www.cincom.com.

CONTACT: Ronald Hank

Phone: (513) 662-2300

E-mail: info@cincom.com

Cincom Systems, Inc.


First Compaq PCMCIA Ethernet Card
Compaq Announces First PCMCIA Ethernet Card -- New Card Offers Total Network Connectivity, Full Duplex Capability and Extensive Driver Support

HOUSTON, January 22, 1996 -- In a move to provide portable PC users with a diversity of networking solutions, Compaq Computer Corporation, (NYSE: CPQ) today introduced its first Ethernet PC Card. The new PC Card offers full duplex capability and extensive driver support allowing users of Compaq and other leading notebook computers to easily connect to any corporate network.

This product offers the total solution to portable PC customers by providing them with network connectivity in multiple locations with the flexibility of a PC Card.

"Portable PC users require connectivity to office peripherals, as well as to the company network. With this new PC Card, Compaq now offers those customers a complete line of networking solutions, from LAN adapters for portable expansion bases to PCMCIA LAN Cards for portable computers," said Michael Winkler, senior vice president and general manager, Compaq Portable PC Division. "Many portable users need a networking card for complete connectivity, and the Compaq Ethernet LAN PC Card provides them with a high performance networking solution at a market-leading price."

ETHERNET PC LAN CARD FEATURES

Compaq's new PC Card comes with one of the most extensive network driver support in the industry, offering compatibility with Artisoft LANtastic, Banyan Vines, DOS, Microsoft LAN Manager, Microsoft Windows 95, Microsoft Windows NT, Microsoft Windows for Workgroups, Novell NetWare, OS/2 (2.x and 3.0 Warp), SCO UNIX and TCP/IP environments. The Compaq Ethernet LAN Card is the only PC Card extensively tested and optimized for use on Compaq computers. Additionally, PC users installing the Ethernet LAN Card on other leading notebook computers other than Compaq are assured of the compatibility of the card with their equipment.

This Ethernet LAN Card is a PCMCIA Type II Card, IEEE 802.3 compliant, and supports connections to 10BaseT and 10Base2 networks. With a 16-bit data bus, a 32K RAM packet buffer memory, and an information transfer rate of up to 10 megabits per seconds, this Ethernet Card is one of the highest performing cards in the industry. The Compaq Ethernet PC Card also is one of the few PC Cards to feature full duplex operation which doubles the throughput by allowing the Ethernet PC LAN Card to simultaneously read and write data.

This new card includes DOS and Windows installation programs. It also is "hot swappable" allowing the user to remove and reinsert the card at any time without rebooting the portable PC. Compaq's new PC Card is shipped with an extensive list of drivers, 10Base2 and 10BaseT cables, a BNC T adapter for 10Base2, an installation guide, and a user guide on diskettes to install on your system to provide on-line assistance if required. Once installed, the user can operate the portable computer right away.

PRICING & AVAILABILITY

The card carries a price of $169 (NOTE 1) as well as a three-year limited warranty (NOTE 2) and currently is available from all major Compaq resellers and Compaq DirectPlus.

COMPANY BACKGROUND

Compaq Computer Corporation is the world's largest supplier of personal computers, offering desktop PCs, portable PCs, and servers. Founded in 1982, the Company reported 1994 worldwide sales of $10.9 billion. Compaq products are sold and supported in more than 100 countries throughout the world. Compaq also sells directly to customers through Compaq Direct Plus at 1-800-888-5858. Compaq provides 24-hour customer service support and can be reached through the Compaq forums on America On-line, CompuServe, Internet (http://www.compaq.com), and Prodigy, or by calling 1-800-345-1518.

NOTES 1: Estimated street price; actual prices may vary.

      2: Certain restrictions and exclusions apply.


Compaq Deskpro PCs Receive DMI Compliance
Compaq Deskpro PCs with Intelligent Manageability Receive Official Certification for DMI Compliance -- The Leader in Industry-standard Solutions Continues to Set the Pace

HOUSTON, January 23, 1996 -- Compaq Computer Corporation (NYSE: CPQ) today announced that all Compaq Deskpro PCs with Intelligent Manageability have received official certification from the Desktop Management Task Force (DMTF) for Desktop Management Interface (DMI) compliance. The DMI compliance joins the wealth of additional standards supported by Intelligent Manageability including Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP), Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology (S.M.A.R.T.), and the VESA Extended Display Identification (EDID) and Display Data Channel (DDC). Customers can confidently purchase Compaq Deskpros with Intelligent Manageability knowing that it delivers manageability that works in the customer's strategic environment. The company was awarded certification at the DMTF-sponsored Fusion event, which took place recently in Portland.

"Compaq has been a long-time Steering Committee member of the DMTF and has continuously worked towards providing a total desktop management solution for its customers," said John T. Rose, senior vice president and general manager of Compaq's Commercial Desktop Division. "We have made a concerted effort to work within established industry standards or, when necessary, to drive breakthrough technology standards that later become widely adopted. This approach eases the integration, management and maintenance of our customer's networked PCs which saves them money," Rose said.

"For example, earlier this year, Compaq lead the development of an advanced hard drive diagnostics specification that enables hard drives to predict and alert customers to certain types of failures before they occur, thus preventing loss of critical data. These 'IntelliSafe' hard drives benefit customers that own networks of desktop computers by greatly reducing unscheduled and costly computer downtime. This Compaq-driven technology is now an important and widespread industry standard adopted by the Small Form Factor Committee of ANSI and the ANSI X3T10 standards committee developing the AT-Attachment-3 Interface (ATA-3) specification," Rose noted.

INTELLIGENT MANAGEABILITY

Compaq Intelligent Manageability makes networked PCs and peripherals easier to inventory, troubleshoot, and protect through a high level of integrated asset, fault, and security management capabilities. In order to maximize the accessibility of these capabilities, Compaq launched its Desktop Management Solutions Partners Program. This initiative was launched in March 1995 with leading LAN management software companies to ensure that Compaq customers can easily manage Compaq PCs using their choice of tools from these leading LAN management vendors.

Compaq Intelligent Manageability, through a high level of integrated asset management, makes networked PCs and peripherals easier to inventory and monitor. AssetControl informs the network administrator of the hardware model, manufacturer, and serial number of the PC system, monitors, and hard drives, as well as the revision levels of the system board, system ROM, and drivers. With this comprehensive data in one single location, the network administrator can manage the PCs and peripherals on the network in a more time-efficient and cost- effective manner.

Intelligent Manageability also permits easier troubleshooting through a variety of fault management capabilities such as Compaq's IntelliSafe hard drives. In conjunction with Compaq Insight Manager, the IntelliSafe hard drive predicts and warns the end-user, as well as the network administrator, of impending hard drive failure. This warning enables preventive action to be taken to avoid data loss or downtime. (If under warranty, Compaq will replace a failing drive even though it has not yet failed.) Compaq also provides a proactive tape backup function, supported by leading backup solution vendors, that automatically backs up the drive as soon as an impending failure is detected. This further ensures that the user's important data is preserved and downtime is minimized.

In addition, Intelligent Manageability addresses the area of security management to provide protection of data and CPU. Features such as password protection and drive security measures control access to the information stored on the PC or the network. Physical protection of the PC, and its expensive components, is provided with provisions such as a cable lock.

COMPANY BACKGROUND

Compaq Computer Corporation is the world's largest supplier of personal computers, offering desktop PCs, portable PCs, servers and options. Founded in 1982, the Company reported 1994 worldwide sales of $10.9 billion. Compaq products are sold and supported in more than 100 countries throughout the world. Compaq also sells directly to customers through Compaq DirectPlus at 1-800-888-5858. Compaq provides 24-hour customer support and can be reached through the Compaq forums on America Online, CompuServe, Internet (http://www.compaq.com), and Prodigy, or by calling 1-800-345-1518.


Compaq Outlines 1995 Highlights

HOUSTON, January 24, 1996 -- Following the announcement of its fourth quarter and year-end sales and earnings, Compaq Computer Corporation (NYSE:CPQ) outlined its corporate highlights from fiscal year 1995, in which the company reported sales of $14.8 billion. The highlights span the entire organization, from enterprise systems solutions to pre-school products, and include strategic partnerships, corporate acquisitions, innovative technology offerings and new senior executives.

SYSTEMS AND COMPAQ'S ENTERPRISE COMPUTING STRATEGY

During the year, Compaq took dramatic steps forward in its evolution as a leading provider of products and services for the entire distributed computing enterprise. Through a series of announcements made during Innovate 95, Compaq's worldwide industry forum on enterprise computing, the company unveiled new leadership server platforms, announced the formation of strategic alliances, and outlined aggressive new service and support, clustering and internetworking strategies.

Compaq announced a new strategy for providing world-class enterprise service and support for customers that require global computing solutions. The worldwide service and support strategy includes the introduction of new Compaq-branded Service and Support Options, a strategic alliance with Digital Multivendor Customer Services to become Compaq's Global Service and Support Provider, new distribution channel service programs, and significant new investments in Compaq's internal worldwide service and support infrastructure. This strategy enables Compaq and its partners to offer total and consistent service solutions to those customers with sites all over the world.

In the fourth quarter, Compaq unveiled an internetworking business strategy that enhanced its ability to provide tightly integrated enterprise-class computing systems to its commercial customers. The company announced the formation of an Internetworking Products Group, and a strategic partnership with Cisco Systems, Inc., aimed at delivering the computer industry's first integration of the leading internetworking technology into a value-oriented industry-standard computer platform. To further solidify its internetworking strategy, Compaq announced the acquisitions of Thomas-Conrad Corporation, a privately-held provider of network interface cards and hubs, and Networth, Inc., a leading supplier of Fast Ethernet hubs, switches and related products.

Compaq also announced its server array product strategy which defines the company's roadmap for building even larger and more powerful computer systems by "clustering" industry-standard computers together. This strategy -- which includes alliances with Tandem and Microsoft -- is of extraordinary importance to Compaq customers that need to build massive yet extremely cost-effective computing solutions as part of their own competitive strategies.

Delivering mid-range functionality in its most powerful, most tightly integrated server platforms to date, Compaq introduced new ProLiant 4500 and 1500 models, delivering breakthrough performance and functionality, including the ProLiant 4500 NT/Array model -- the first server product to ship with Microsoft BackOffice -- providing midrange-class performance and the industry-leading price/performance customers are seeking for line-of-business applications.

Another important element of Compaq's strategy to bring added value and functionality to its customers is the tight and seamless integration of server platforms with leading operating systems, databases and applications. New versions of SmartStart -- Compaq's integration tool that optimizes software/hardware configuration and simplifies installation and delivery of reliable servers -- and Insight Manager -- Compaq's application for managing network desktops and servers -- were also announced during the year.

In November, once again underscoring the importance of industry partnership, Compaq and Oracle demonstrated the industry's first parallel database server technology running on industry-standard platforms. This combination will provide customers with a highly-scaleable, highly-available platform for running business-critical computing systems in the distributed enterprise at prices significantly below currently offered solutions.

COMMERCIAL DESKTOPS AND INTELLIGENT MANAGEABILITY

In the largest product introduction in the company's history, Compaq in March announced more than 100 models of its next generation ProLinea and Deskpro desktop PCs. The new Deskpros were the first products to deliver a breakthrough set of desktop management tools and features that dramatically reduce the total cost of PC ownership. Compaq's "Intelligent Manageability" solutions are the result of bringing the company's innovative server management technology to the desktop, combined with joint development efforts with leading network software providers.

In August, the company once again raised the bar for the PC industry with a series of new aggressively priced desktop PCs, strengthening its position as the value leader in the PC marketplace.

Extending what was already the broadest range of commercial desktops in the marketplace, Compaq in November launched new desktop PCs featuring the latest technology, including Intel's Pentium Pro processor and a rewriteable optical CD-ROM drive. These new PCs include the Compaq Deskpro XL 6150, Compaq's most powerful desktop ever and the ProLinea 6150E which offers powerful technology at affordable prices.

Once again underscoring the importance of partnerships, Compaq and Intel announced a strategic alliance to develop and co-market integrated desktop standards-based, real-time video conferencing solutions for the business environment based on Intel's ProShare Personal Conferencing technology. Compaq's relationship with Intel is expected to result in a broad, multi-product array of interoperable conferencing solutions.

PORTABLES

In 1995, Compaq, the company that pioneered portable computing, made significant progress in its drive to reassert its leadership in the portable PC marketplace. The company launched its new, high-performance LTE 5000 family of products, and introduced significant enhancements to its Contura value line.

Offering customers one of the most powerful and flexible notebooks in the industry, the LTE 5000 is a high-performance family of Pentium processor-based notebook PCs that features an innovative modular design, breakthroughs in flexibility, true 64-bit architecture, and the industry's highest hard-drive storage and memory capacity.

In June, the company also added new models to its award-winning Compaq Contura value-line of notebook PCs, featuring faster processors, larger displays, higher capacity hard drives and more memory.

CONSUMER DIVISION

In 1995, Compaq established itself as a leading player in the rapidly- growing retail PC arena with new industry-leading products, important strategic alliances and the formation of its Consumer Products Division.

Early in the year, Compaq formed the Consumer Products Division as part of its on-going effort to intensify the company's focus on consumer PCs and the retail marketplace. Building on the tremendous success of Compaq's family of Presario consumer PCs, the company introduced the industry's first "quad-speed" CD-ROM drives on all Presario models early in the year, and in the fourth quarter, introduced the next generation Presario 9500, 7100 and 5500 Series, featuring breakthroughs in audio and video technology. Since their introduction in 1993, the success of Presario PCs have catapulted Compaq to the forefront of the retail PC arena, and have strengthened the company's commitment to make the PC the primary education, entertainment and communications vehicle in the home. In conjunction with the launch of the new Presarios, Compaq also launched a bold advertising campaign focusing on the dramatic impact Compaq PCs are having on people's lives.

Entering the exciting field of "edutainment" for the first time, Compaq formed a strategic partnership with Fisher-Price, and just after the quarter ended unveiled Wonder Tools, a broad new line of educational and entertainment multimedia products that create a new dimension in play and learning for preschoolers and families using their home PCs. Designed specifically for children ages 3-7 and their families, Wonder Tools includes three product categories: interactive computer toys, preschool-appropriate peripherals, and stand-alone software titles for children and families. The products are designed to be used with any Windows-based PC, and are scheduled to be available in North America during the second half of 1996.

Staking its claim in the emerging area of home automation, Compaq made an equity investment in Intellon Corporation, a leading provider of CEBus-compliant technology and tools widely used by manufacturers of lighting controls, security systems, electric meters and consumer electronics. The move was designed to accelerate the convergence of home PCs and home automation technology, and further supports the PC as the information, communications and control center in the home.

In the first half of 1995, the company also announced an equity investment in PureSpeech, Inc. to develop new speech recognition products that will greatly enhance the ease-of-use of PCs in the home.

WINDOWS 95

As Microsoft's Lead Systems Partner for Windows 95, Compaq played a primary role in the development, testing and launch of Windows 95 in August. Compaq spent the equivalent of 50 man-years testing Windows 95 for compatibility and reliability, assuring customers that Compaq products offer a smooth transition to Windows 95. Following the launch, Microsoft armed its 400-person field sales force and engineering team with Compaq's LTE Elite 5000 to demonstrate to its customers the features and advances provided by Windows 95.

COMPAQ BACKGROUND

Compaq Computer Corporation is the world's largest supplier of personal computers, offering desktop PCs, portable PCs, servers and options. Compaq products are sold and supported in more than 100 countries throughout the world. Compaq also sells directly to customers through Compaq Direct Plus at 1-800-888-5858. Compaq provides 24-hour customer support and can be reached through the Compaq forums on America On- line, CompuServe, Internet (http://www.compaq.com), and Prodigy, or by calling 1-800-345-1518.


Dell Strengthens Price Leadership
DELL STRENGTHENS PRICE LEADERSHIP; REDUCES PRICES BY 23 PERCENT ON CORPORATE PCS

AUSTIN, TEXAS, JAN. 22, 1995 -- Dell Computer Corp. (Nasdaq: DELL), reduced prices today by up to 23 percent across its Dell OptiPlex line of desktop PCs, strengthening its position as the industry leader in value, price and quality.

Today's announcement follows a price reduction of up to 8 percent in December on the same product line. Both price breaks are based on reduced costs for components including microprocessors, hard disk drives and memory. The OptiPlex PC line is designed for businesses and organizations that require high-performance, affordable systems equipped for complex network environments.

The lower prices, effective immediately, cover a range of desktop configurations including high-performance network-ready systems with the most powerful 166 MHz Intel Pentium processors. All systems offered with the new price breaks include a high-resolution color monitor.

"Dell PCs have always set the standard for value, price and quality. Today's announcement places Dell 10 to 27 percent below our competitors' prices for comparable systems," said Tom Martin, vice president of Dell major accounts marketing. "The OptiPlex PC line combines features such as integrated networking and business multimedia with exceptional reliability. These features, combined with today's lower prices, provide our customers with an outstanding value that will help them reduce their PC lifecycle costs and stay ahead of rapid technology transitions." Sample configurations in today's price cut include:

* THE DELL OPTIPLEX G5100 -- The OptiPlex G5100 PC combines the 100 MHz Intel Pentium processor with 16 MBs of memory, a 1 gigabyte hard drive, a high-resolution color monitor, a 64-bit integrated video controller and DMI manageability with a price of $1,936, a 16 percent price reduction.

* THE DELL OPTIPLEX X133 -- The OptiPlex X133 PC combines Intel's 133 MHz Pentium processor, 32 MBs of memory, 256 KB cache, a 2GB hard drive and color monitor with PCI local-bus technology for $3, 261, which is 23 percent lower than its original price. The system also includes advanced power management for lower energy consumption, and plug and play capability.

* THE DELL OPTIPLEX GX 5166 -- Standing in as Dell's mainstream corporate desktop PC, the OptiPlex GX PC combines the 166 MHz Pentium processor, 32 MBs of memory, a 2 GB hard drive, 256 KB cache and color monitor with integrated features such as networking from 3Com Corp., full- motion MPEG video from S3 Corp. and audio from Creative Labs for $3,581, a 15 percent decrease.

All OptiPlex PC models listed above come with a 14-inch (13.19inch viewable) high-resolution color monitor and a three-year extended, limited warranty that includes one year of next-business-day on-site parts and labor service and two years of next-business-day parts delivery service.

"While our competitors tend to lower prices on older systems, Dell is able to pass on immediate cost savings on leading-edge systems like the OptiPlex GX5166, which comes with Intel's latest Pentium processor, integrated networking from 3Com Corp. and integrated multimedia capabilities," Martin said. "This price/value combination is a direct result of the Dell business model, which enables our customers to have the latest technology without sacrificing cost or performance."

A Fortune 500 company, Dell Computer Corporation is the world's leading direct marketer of computer systems and one of the largest computer system manufacturers in the world, based on revenues of $4.8 billion for the past four quarters. Dell designs and customizes products and services to end-user requirements, and offers an extensive selection of peripherals and software through the DellWarer program. Information on Dell and its products can be obtained through its toll-free number, 1-800-BUY-DELL (1-800-289-3355) or by accessing the Dell World Wide Web server at http://www.dell.com/.


Customized Elec Travel Expense Reporting Sys
American Express Signs Agreement With Delrina, Wallace to Deliver Customized Electronic Travel Expense Reporting System

Agreement Gives Corporations Cost-Effective Solution For Streamlining Travel Expense Paper Chase

NEW YORK -- JANUARY 24, 1996 -- American Express Travel Management Services (TMS) announced today an agreement with electronic forms specialists Symantec Delrina Group and Wallace Computer Services to provide corporations with a cost-effective solution to automate the travel expense reporting process.

"Paper expense reports are on the endangered species list," said Ed Gilligan, Executive Vice President of American Express TMS. "Corporate finance departments want to take the expense out of expense reporting by reducing the time involved in processing tons of paper for travel and entertainment spending."

This relationship represents a significant breakthrough in the development of electronic forms applications for the corporate workplace. The leader in corporate travel expense payment systems, the American Express Corporate Card, has teamed up with two companies: Delrina, a leading electronic forms software company, and Wallace Computer Services, a leader in electronic forms integration with corporate systems, to provide companies with a fast, economical and flexible way to make the leap from paper to digital expense reporting.

"Expense report processing is long overdue for reengineering in corporate America," Mr. Gilligan added. "In fact, according to our 1994 Business Travel Survey, only 15 percent of companies could identify the costs of processing an expense report, which may run anywhere from $10 to $150. Most companies spend an average of $22 per expense report."

Strategic Alliance Offers Flexibility

American Express TMS created this relationship to give its corporate customers the best price and support for integrating its new electronic expense reporting software, Expense Manager, into their existing corporate systems.

More than two-thirds of U.S. companies have not automated their expense reporting process, according to the American Express Survey of Business Travel Management. The complexity of corporate computing environments and companies' unique expense accounting requirements have been stumbling blocks to enterprise-wide automation of this paper-heavy process, according to Mr. Gilligan.

"The market has seen soup-to-nuts expense reporting systems come and go without finding customers because they required that companies adapt their systems and practices to fit the application," said Mr. Gilligan. "What this alliance offers is a more flexible approach that enables companies to acquire a custom-designed automated expense reporting process with the best forms software and most experienced support available."

Easy Expense Report Preparation

At the front end is American Express' user-friendly Windows-based Expense Manager software, which allows business travelers to prepare an electronic expense report with a minimum of keystrokes.

An employee simply calls up his or her most recent Corporate Card charges by e-mail, and then fills out an electronic expense report with a few simple click-and-drag moves. Expense information can be delivered by either internal e-mail systems, commercial e-mail services or even the Internet, depending on the corporate systems environment. Expense Manager improves travel policy compliance with pop-up windows that notify travelers of exceptions to policy guidelines. It also slashes the time employees spend on this administrative task, and reduces the error rate attributable to typing errors.

Integration Into Existing Corporate Systems

Using Delrina's flexible FormFlow software, Wallace will custom-design an electronic version of a company's expense report. FormFlow, with its built-in "intelligent" features such as links to databases and calculations, allows organizations to leverage their existing technology to automate the process from beginning to end.

Wallace provides a variety of services that leverage FormFlow features, including design and implementation of automated routing features to send the completed expense reports via e-mail systems to a manager for on-line approval. Once approved with an electronic signature, the information can be exported directly from approved expense reports into travel management reporting databases or financial accounting systems.

Wallace can also provide supplemental forms design and development, enterprise-wide integration, distribution, training, support and installation as required by the customer's Information Systems department.

Since it introduced the Expense Manager prototype this summer, American Express has seen strong demand from corporations for product demonstration. Developed by American Express for use by large and medium-sized corporations, the product is in limited use now by a handful of Corporate Card customers and will begin a phased roll-out to clients in first quarter 1996, with expected general release in second quarter.

About the Delrina Group

Delrina Group of Symantec Corporation designs, develops, markets and supports innovative PC software products in the fax, data and voice communications, and electronic forms software markets. Delrina is recognized as the world leader in PC fax and electronic forms software. The company can be contacted for more information through its Internet Web site at http://www.delrina.com.

Symantec Corporation (NASDAQ:SYMC) develops, markets and supports a complete line of application and system software products designed to enhance individual and workgroup productivity as well as manage networked computing environments. The company is headquartered in Cupertino, Calif., and sells its software worldwide.

About Wallace

Wallace (NYSE:WCS) is one of the nation's largest manufacturers and distributors of information management products, services and solutions, and offers a full range of software products and services for building enterprise-wide electronic forms systems. Additional product lines include paperwork systems and forms, labeling products and software, direct-response promotional printing and office supplies. The company is headquartered in Hillside, Ill., with manufacturing, distribution and sales facilities throughout the U.S. Additional information may be obtained from Wallace's PLATFORMS home page on the World Wide Web at http://www.walcs.com, or by calling (714) 222-0122.

About American Express TMS

American Express Travel Management Services, which includes the American Express Corporate Card and Business Travel Services, assists companies in managing and controlling their business travel expenses. It is a unit of American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of the American Express Company - a diversified worldwide travel and financial services company founded in 1850. It is a leader in charge and credit cards, Travelers Cheques, travel, financial planning, investment products, insurance and international banking. World Wide Web site: http://www.americanexpress.com.

PRODUCT AND ORDERING INFORMATION:

Symantec Corporation

10201 Torre Avenue

Cupertino, CA 95014 USA

Tel: 1-800-441-7234 or (541) 334-6054


Delrina FormFlow Top Forms Mgmt Program
Software Digest Recognizes Delrina's FormFlow as Top Forms Management Program

Beats Novell, JetForm, and Microsoft

TORONTO, ONTARIO -- JANUARY 25, 1996 -- Symantec Delrina Group, the PC electronic forms leader, today announced that the National Software Testing Laboratories (NSTL) has selected Delrina FormFlow 1.1 as the leading forms management program among four electronic forms packages tested. Delrina's overall evaluation of 7.6 for usability and versatility topped Novell (7.4), JetForm (6.8) and Microsoft (5.3). The comprehensive test results appear in the December issue of Software Digest published by NSTL, a division of The McGraw-Hill Companies.

"This analysis by the most widely recognized independent software testing service not only substantiates our technical leadership but also helps customers select electronic forms software that best suits their needs," said Teddy Rosenberg, general manager, Electronic Forms, Delrina Group. "Our top rating for power, ease of use and versatility positions FormFlow as the obvious best-of-breed choice."

Delrina FormFlow allows organizations to leverage their existing technology investments to automate business processes such as travel requests, expense reporting, procurement and human resources applications. Organizations use FormFlow to create intelligent forms - electronic representations of paper forms with built-in intelligence such as calculations, links to databases, and customized toolbars and menus. In addition, organizations can create form applications with conditional routing and deploy them enterprise-wide using their e-mail systems. These form applications present and move information using the existing networks, databases, and e-mail infrastructures that organizations have in place. FormFlow is currently available for Windows, DOS, UNIX (SunOS, Solaris, SGI), and Macintosh, with IBM AIX, HP/UX, Windows NT, and Windows 95 versions to follow.

Delrina's Pioneering Efforts in Electronic Forms

Delrina introduced its first electronic forms product, PerForm, in 1988. It was the first e-forms product to combine the functionality of spreadsheets, desktop publishing and databases to automate the use of forms on personal computers. Delrina was also the first PC forms vendor to address the US Federal Government market with features such as security, government form templates and on-line distribution. Delrina is recognized as the world leader in forms automation whose products have received a multitude of awards for technical excellence from computer industry trade publications, including Network Computing (Editor's Choice Award, Sept. 1995), Information Week (Best E-Forms Product, June 25, 1995), Windows Magazine (Windows Recommended Award, June 1995), Federal Computer Week (Government Best Buy, March 1995), PC Magazine (Editors Choice for the premier forms-based application creation environment for automating workflow, June 1994; Editors Choice for the best forms processing software, March 1994), and InfoWorld (Editors Choice, May 1994).

About the Delrina Group Delrina Group of Symantec Corp. designs, develops, markets and supports innovative PC software products in the fax, data and voice communications and electronic forms software markets. Delrina is recognized as the world leader in PC fax and electronic forms. Delrina can be contacted for more information through its Internet Web site at http://www.delrina.com.

Symantec Corp. (Nasdaq:SYMC) develops, markets and supports a complete line of application and system software products designed to enhance individual and workgroup productivity as well as manage networked computing environments. The company is headquartered in Cupertino, Calif., and sells its software worldwide.

PRODUCT AND ORDERING INFORMATION:

Symantec Corporation

10201 Torre Avenue

Cupertino, CA 95014 USA

Tel: 1-800-441-7234 or (541) 334-6054


DirecPC Satellite Delivery Service
Hughes Network Systems, Hewlett-Packard Company, and Starlight Networks Introduce the Industry's First Affordable Corporate InterMedia Solution for New Media and Internet Applications

Users Can Play Dynamic Full-Frame Multimedia from the WorldWide Web Instantaneously at Their Desktops Through Their Web Browser

WASHINGTON, D.C., JANUARY 23, 1996 -- Hughes Network Systems (HNS)(the leader in satellite communications), Hewlett-Packard Company (the leader in networked computer systems), and Starlight Networks (the leader in multimedia networking) have joined forces to provide the first complete InterMedia solution for the greatest information technology challenge facing companies today: how to incorporate the dynamic new mixed media applications, including Internet and intranet services, within their current IT infrastructure and create an integrated, collaborative environment that spans the enterprise.

In a press conference today broadcast to PCs at sites throughout the country, the three industry leaders announced a solution that demonstrates the first enterprise use of HNS's DirecPC satellite delivery service, Starlight's multimedia networking software, and HP's computer and network systems to affordably deliver high-bandwidth MPEG multimedia applications, including video-based content from the worldwide web, in real time to remote sites and over corporate networks and intranets. In addition, users can take advantage of the popular Netscape browser to play full frame , high-quality MPEG video content from the Internet instantaneously at their desktops -- without having to wait for it to download.

DirecPC's multimedia delivery service makes it affordable and feasible for the first time for companies to make exciting multimedia content instantaneously available to users at their desktops throughout the enterprise. It gives companies a direct, secure channel to reach their intended audiences (employees and customers) -- for electronic commerce, document imaging, public information dissemination, corporate communications and broadcasts, long-distance training, etc.

HNS, HP, and Starlight have entered into a sales and marketing agreement to jointly support sales of the DirecPC broadcast solution. It will initially be available throughout the United States and Canada, with availability in Europe and Japan in mid-1996. It will be sold through the sales forces of all three companies. Customers wanting information can call 1-800-637-7740 (x1385).

"We are now making it feasible for companies to cost-effectively deliver high-bandwidth, high-quality MPEG multimedia and large document files to all of their locations using DirecPC's satellite delivery service ad Starlight software," said Tom McPherson, vice president and general manager, Satellite Broadcast Products and Services, Hughes Network Systems. "DirecPC provides a framework to integrate Internet content on company intranets with new media and existing applications, and create a unified, collaborative computing environment. Multimedia can now be an integral element in the corporate infrastructure, making existing applications come alive and opening the door to new, interactive possibilities."

"DirecPC will revolutionize how we use the Internet," claimed Dan Abouav, Managing Director of HP's Interactive Media Solutions Group. "Video and audio on Home Pages will become commonplace. Companies can now bring their home pages on the worldwide web to life, and know that their audience will experience the full impact of dynamic imagery and sound. DirecPC makes electronic commerce viable using a private network that makes secure transactions possible. Finally, we ca realize the full potential of the Internet to directly reach audiences."

Jim Long, president of Starlight Networks, said, "The ad hoc growth of corporate intranets, along with new multimedia-based applications, has created a new problem for corporate IS -- how to integrate Internet services with all of these other, disparate corporate applications and crate a unified, collaborative environment? This is the new intermedia market. What we're announcing today with DirecPC provides a feasible solution for an integrated, interactive, InterMedia environment. Information providers have an opportunity to crate a whole new class of interactive applications for corporate networks, intranets and the Internet."

MULTIMEDIA ACROSS THE ENTERPRISE

HNS' DirecPC multimedia delivery service is now available and can support the real-time distribution of high-quality MPEG video across wide areas to remote sites and throughout the enterprise. This capability makes it compelling for companies to enliven their existing applications with dynamic multimedia content, and open the door to entire new classes of interactive graphical applications.

Enliven sales and marketing presentations with dynamic video images. Broadcast updated video of products to retail information kiosks. Bring your online quarterly report to life with a videotaped address from your company CEO.

Starlight's multimedia networking software technology enables the transmission of high-bandwidth applications via the DirecPC satellite, synchronizing audio and video, and assuring that transmission quality is maintained. DirecPC uses a full Ku- band transponder on a Galaxy satellite to provide broadcast channels totaling 12 Mbps, making it superior for handling the high-bandwidth demands of multimedia data. The broadcast may be scheduled any time, from weeks in advance to urgent, immediate corporate messages. Companies provide their content to Hughes through terrestrial connections, tape, disk or via satellite.

The DirecPC computer becomes a mixed media server when installed with Starlight's StarWorks software, which manages the delivery, bandwidth reservation, and server storage functions required to distribute the incoming multimedia data to users on the network. The incoming broadcast can be distributed immediately or stored for later retrieval. This is advantageous where files do not need to be delivered in real time. Instead, information can be transmitted at a lower bandwidth over a longer time at non-peak times for less cost.

The mixed media server hardware and InterMedia network clients are provided by HP. The HP/UX or NetServer running Starlight's StarWorks multimedia networking software provides the mixed media server to store and manage the multimedia data broadcast from Hughes' DirecPC Service, and HP's Vectra PCs provide the InterMedia network clients or servers.

The DirecPC mixed media server ca e connected to the network using standard network connections. Companies can use their existing networking technologies, including Ethernet, but may need to examine the ability of the network to handle their bandwidth load, choosing to upgrade to higher bandwidth options, such as FDDI, 100VG, 100BaseT, etc. The DirecPC receiving platform is equipped with a DirecPC board and cable connection to a 24" satellite antenna, and it can receive multiple addressed channels (to a maximum of 99). Each client on the network runs Starlight's client software.

The Starlight-based 'mixed media' server not only receives transmissions from the DirecPC service (including its Turbo Internet service), but it manages the delivery of InterMedia information to users on the network from other sources as well, for example, from a Notes server, Internet server, multimedia server, etc.

INTRANET SERVICE FOR INSTANTANEOUS DELIVERY OF MULTIMEDIA-BASED WORLDWIDE WEB CONTENT

With DirecPC's Turbo Internet service, users can now make a request as usual through their Netscape browser and immediately hear audio or see high-quality, full-frame (30 frames per second) MPEG video-based Inernet content at their desktop. Satellite delivery makes it possible to bypass the limited bandwidth capability of communications devices, such as modems and phone lines, which take hours to download multimedia data before users can open up and view the file. DirecPC allows you to see and hear interactive Internet content as soon as you request it.

You can use your current Internet connection to play Internet multimedia from the desktop. A user identifies a URL from his Netscape browser to initiate a search. the request is made via modem to the DirecPC Turbo Internet service, which downlinks the requested file, delivering it via satellite to the DirecPC computer. From there, delivery of the multimedia file is managed over the network to the client requesting it by Starlight's software. The file can be delivered over the network as it is being transmitted or it can be stored to the server for later retrieval.

Information providers can use Hughes' Turbo Internet service to make their multimedia web sites available to users to browse and play content located on Turbo Internet on an ad hoc basis. Companies can cost-effectively use interactive content to educate, advertise, publish, merchandise, support, collaborate and communicate with their targeted audiences--internally with employees over the company intranet and externally with customers--directly through their worldwide web Home Page.

DirecPC provides a secure, private network for confidential electronic commerce transactions. Information providers can reach and conclude transactions directly with their intended audiences. Multimedia provides the middleware interface for personalized communications.

Welcome new employees the first day on the job with a personal videotaped greeting from the company CEO that can be opened through their web browser. Bring your web page to life with a live videotape that gives online viewers a more personal, experiential picture of your products and services.

THE INTERMEDIA MARKET

Corporations today are faced with the challenge of how to incorporate the onslaught of new mixed media datatypes within their current IT infrastructure, including the connections that everyone wants to the Internet and the worldwide web. The collaborative, interactive environment that integrates these disparate datatypes and makes them available to users throughout the enterprise--over corporate networks, intranets and wide areas--is the InterMedia market. InterMedia consists of three major application/content areas: mixed media content includes audio, video, animation, graphics, text -- a company's current database, word processing and document applications, as well as graphics and new multimedia-based applications incorporating audio and video; collaborative applications -- including groupware, file sharing; and Internet and intranet services.

Multimedia presents an exciting opportunity to bring existing applications alive, to make them dynamic. New middleware solution are make them available across the network to users at their desktops, locally or at remote sites. Multimedia then becomes a powerful, collaborative ally.

DirecPC provides an InterMedia solution that combines this mixed media panoply in an interactive, collaborative environment spanning the corporate communications network both internally (intranet and LAN) and externally (Internet and WAN).

PRODUCT PRICING AND AVAILABILITY

DirecPC's Multimedia Delivery Service supporting MPEG video is currently available. DirecPC can be purchased for $1295 (including satellite receiving antenna, DirecPC card, and Starlight's software), and can support up to 100 PC clients at $99.95 per user (including Starlight client software, giving users access to the server).

ABOUT HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS

Headquartered near Washington, D.C. with international sales and support offices worldwide, Hughes Network Systems is a leading supplier of satellite and wireless communications, and of enterprise networking solutions. HNS is a subsidiary of Hughes Electronics Corporation. The earnings of Hughes Electronics are used to calculate the earnings per share attributable to GMH (NYSE symbol) common stock. HNS is located at 11717 Exploration Lane, Germantown, MD 20876; phone 301/428- 5500; home page http://www.hns.com and DirecPC home page at www.direcpc.com.

ABOUT HEWLETT-PACKARD COMPANY

Hewlett-Packard Company is a leading global manufacturer of computing, communications, and measurement products and services recognized for excellence in quality and support. HP has 99,900 employees and had revenue of $25 billion in its 1994 fiscal year. HP's worldwide web address is http://www.hp.com.

ABOUT STARLIGHT NETWORKS

Starlight Networks is the leader in providing multimedia services over enterprise networks with its StarWorks(r) and StarWare(r) multimedia networking server software products. StarWorks and StarWare provide multimedia storage management and network delivery management functions to ensure reliable delivery of video and audio to the desktop over today's networks, including 10BaseT, 100VG, Fast Ethernet, Token- Ring, FDDI, and ATM. StarWorks' open systems approach supports all of the popular video formats and network operating systems on PCs, Macintosh, and UNIX systems. StarWare is a Novell NetWare-based video networking software solution. Starlight Networks is located at 205 Ravendale Drive, Mountain View, CA 94043; phone 415/967-2774; home page http://www.starlight.com.


ViruSafe V6.8 for DOS/Windows
ViruSafe version 6.8 for Dos/Windows.

January 18, 1996 -- Pembroke Pines, FL, - EliaShim, a leading provider of anti-virus protection systems and network security products, announced the release of version 6.8 of VIRUSAFE, featuring optimized memory handling for faster execution, release 1.1 of VIRUSAFE for Windows 95, and the introduction of VIRUSAFE for Windows NT.

EliaShim extends its platform support to Windows NT client and server. The new release increase protected platforms to DOS, Windows 3.x, Windows 95, Novell NetWare, Artisoft Lantastic, AT&T StarLan, Banyan VINES, DEC Pathworks, IBM Lan Server, Microsoft LAN Manager and any other IBMNET and NETBIOS compatible operating system.

VIRUSAFE features the most advanced protection available for interplatform support that is centrally distributed and managed. VIRUSAFE allows network administrators to centrally install virus table updates at the server, and the system deploys automatically from workstation to workstation. With VIRUSAFE it is not necessary to copy all of the anti-virus software to each station. With 100 new viruses appearing every month signature based scanners alone cannot keep workstations from becoming infected.

Program Integrity Check

All VIRUSAFE products feature an advanced PIC (program integrity check or innoculator) feature that allows automatic repair of executable files infected by known or unknown viruses. PIC uses advanced CRC signature to determine if a file has changed. VIRUSAFE stores the critical program information and the CRC validation in special encrypted files that it recalls in the case of a virus infection. VIRUSAFE uses a signature and heuristic based scanner to detect virus code and can then dispatch PIC to confirm virus infection and automatically repair the infected files. VIRUSAFE inoculates all executable files and system boot records (Master Boot Record and DOS Boot Record) and can automatically restore the system to a booting state in the event of an infection with a single keystroke.

How does it work?

VIRUSAFE controls all system interrupts and traps all calls to execute, make a directory, copy program, or other DOS system calls. When arequest is made to run a program VIRUSAFE first verifies if the file has changed by recalculating the CRC signature.

Calculating a CRC is 10 times faster than scanning a file for virus signatures; VIRUSAFE will significantly improve performance over other anti-virus products . If the CRC has not changed then the file has not changed since the last time it was accessed. If the program has changed the resident filter will scan the file for viral code for known virus signatures.

When the resident scanner does not detect a virus, PIC will reassemble the program in memory based on the information it stored about the file on the disk and recalculates the CRC. If the file can be restored in memory then there is 100% possibility that the infection was caused a new unknown virus.

VIRUSAFE can be configured to restore a virus infected file without any user intervention. If the file is not restorable by PIC then there have been major changes made to the program in areas that viruses do not infects, which rule out virus infections.

VIRUSAFE for Windows 95

EliaShim announced the second major release VIRUSAFE for Windows 95 featuring all 32-bit code for faster execution, support for long filenames, UNC's, and all other Windows 95 features. Preventing virus infections has always been at the heart of the VIRUSAFE product. With release 1.1 the real-time scanner has been enhanced to support access control software boot sector modifications that cause other anti-virus software to report false positives.

All versions of VIRUSAFE provide on-access scanning of any file copied to the hard disk. This means that all Internet downloads will be scanned for virus infections as soon as they hit the hard disk.

Windows 95 will bring an explosion of new viruses written specifically for the 32 bit operating system, and chances are the new viruses will be deadly.

Main product features include:

 VirusSafe for Windows95 prevents infection by known and unknown

 viruses.

 VIRUSAFE for Windows 95 features true 32 bit code for fast execution.

 VIRUSAFE uses no memory overhead ( uses the Windows' virtual memory)

 VIRUSAFE's VS.386 windows device driver monitors all DOS boxes

 and Windows applications VS always loaded first as part of the

 operating system before any virus can be loaded.

 Dynamic configuration without having to be loaded and unloaded.

 No TSR to load. Can 100% prevent write to EXE, DLL, VxD, 386 files,

 Etc thus preventing infection by unknown viruses Works silently,

 unobtrusively.

 100% prevent stealth viruses, FAT and Boot sector viruses.

 Full windows 95 compliant, 32 Bit application code, support for

 long filenames, and UNC's.

 Supports all Windows 95 features.

 Hooks directly into Windows 95 for seamless execution.

 VirusSafe is functionally NCSA (National Computer Security Association)

 compliant.

 VIRUSAFE will prevent infection from all listed NCSA viruses.

 Prevents boot sector infection.

 Auto scan of new diskettes when it is accessed by any DOS or Windows

 applications.

Founded in 1983 EliaShim Inc., has been providing anti-virus and PC security solutions for corporate, government, educational institutions, and program developers internationally. VIRUSAFE Gold has protected over one million computers from virus attacks worldwide. Product line includes VIRUSAFE Gold, VIRUSAFE LAN, EasySafe and MasterSafe.

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Introduction of 32 Bit Virus Protection for Windows NT Real-time scanning of program files on any drive.

Kernel Device Driver for Windows NT.

January 18, 1996 -- Pembroke Pines, FL, - EliaShim Safe Software, a leading provider of anti-virus protection systems and network security products, introduces VIRUSAFE for Windows NT.

EliaShim extends its platform support to Windows NT client and server. The new release increase protected platforms to DOS, Windows 3.x, Windows 95, Windows NT, Novell NetWare, 3Com 3/Share, Artisoft Lantastic, AT&T StarLan, Banyan VINES, DEC Pathworks, IBM Lan Server, Microsoft LAN Manager and any other IBMNET and NETBIOS compatible operating system.

VIRUSAFE features the most advanced protection available for interplatform support that is centrally distributed and managed.

VIRUSAFE for Windows NT

Preventing virus infections has always been at the heart of the VIRUSAFE product, and now the advanced VIRUSAFE protection capability will be available for Windows NT.

The anticipated release of VIRUSAFE for Windows NT features all 32- bit code for faster execution, support for long filenames, and NT Kernel Device Driver for real-time scanning support.

Main product features include:

* Prevents infection by known and unknown viruses.

* Features true 32 bit code for fast execution.

* No memory overhead ( uses the Windows' virtual memory)

* Kernel device driver monitors all DOS boxes and Windows applications

* VS always loaded first as part of the operating system before any

  virus can be loaded

* Dynamic configuration without having to be loaded and unloaded.

* No TSR to load.

* Can 100% prevent write to EXE, DLL, VxD, 386 files, etc thus

  preventing infection by unknown viruses

* Works silently, unobtrusively.

* 100% prevent stealth viruses, FAT and Boot sector viruses

* NT compliant, 32 Bit application code, support for long filenames,

  and UNC's.

* Hooks directly into Windows NT for seamless execution

* Prevents boot sector infection.

* Auto scan of new diskettes when it is accessed by any DOS or Windows

  applications.

Founded in 1983 EliaShim Inc., has been providing anti-virus and PC security solutions for corporate, government, educational institutions, and program developers internationally. VIRUSAFE Gold has protected over one million computers from virus attacks worldwide. Product line includes VIRUSAFE Gold, VIRUSAFE LAN, EasySafe and MasterSafe.


Groupe Bull - Lotus Premium Business Partner
Groupe Bull Named Lotus Premium Business Partner And Authorized Passport Reseller

BILLERICA, MA, JAN. 22, 1996 -- Groupe Bull has announced an agreement with Lotus Development Corporation that authorizes Bull as a Worldwide Premium Business Partner and Worldwide Authorized Passport Reseller. The agreement also certifies Bull in France as a Lotus Authorized Support Center and Lotus Authorized Education Center.

"As a Lotus Premium Business Partner and Authorized Reseller, Bull will assist customers in optimizing information and data access throughout their enterprise. Internet services and multimedia are key elements of these projects," said Najah Naffah, vice president of Bull's Multimedia Business Unit. "Lotus Notes, InterNotes, video, real-time conferencing, and telephony features are ideal platforms for developing these types of applications, and important components of many projects, especially in France.

"Through focused innovation and technological and business partnerships, Bull develops and delivers IT solutions to the individual needs of each customer to work and communicate more effectively," Naffah continued. "Bull deploys an international network of skills and resources on hundreds of sites worldwide. This is a vital asset in today's marketplace, where proximity and responsiveness are a customer's top priorities."

"We're delighted to enter into this relationship with Bull, a company that has long articulated and practiced a philosophy of customized solutions in serving the technology needs of its customers," said Steve Sayre, vice president, Lotus Communications Products Marketing. "Bull's global presence means present and future Lotus Notes users around the world have access to expert service, support, and training where and when they need it most."

"Bull's clients and prospects increasingly look to us to handle large- scale, legacy-system mail migration projects," said Laurence Cranwell, vice president of International Bull Telecommunications. "Our success with infrastructure, mail, and desktop application deployment on a worldwide basis enables us to offer strong credentials, services and support to our clients," he said.

Groupe Bull is one of the largest information systems companies in the world, with a presence in more than 100 countries and combined revenues of approximately $5.4 billion. The group is a major systems and technologies integrator offering a comprehensive range of solutions, services and support capabilities.

Contact:

Bruce MacDonald

Bull HN Information Systems Inc.

508-294-5812


HP Drops Prices on OmniBook 5000 & 600 PCs
HP Drops Prices Up To 15 Percent On Omnibook 5000 And 600 Notebook PCs

HP Now Offers Pentium/PCI Performance for Under $3,000

PALO ALTO, CALIFORNIA. JANUARY 22, 1996 -- Hewlett-Packard Company today announced that it has cut prices up to 15 percent on its HP OmniBook 5000 Pentium notebook PCs. HP also lowered prices 10 percent to 15 percent on the small-notebook line of OmniBook 600 notebook PCs.

Starting with the HP OmniBook 5000C 5/75 notebook PC at $2,925(1), HP's new pricing offers a competitive entry point for true desktop Pentium processor/PCI performance in a notebook package.

HP's OmniBook 600 notebook PCs, powered by an Intel 75MHz 486 DX4 processor and weighing less than 4 lbs., are expected to sell for as low as $1,990.

"After being in the color notebook market for just over a year, HP has managed to break into the Top 10 worldwide(2), capture the J.D. Power award and offer the fastest-performing Pentium processor notebook in the industry (3)," said Christopher (Chris) Morgan, worldwide marketing manager of HP's Mobile Computing Division. "This aggressive new pricing reinforces HP's commitment to bringing high-performance, cost-effective mobile computing solutions to market."

The HP OmniBook 5000 notebook PC series includes a full range of 75MHz, 90MHz and 120MHz Pentium-based models, including the recently announced HP OmniBook 5000 CTS 5/120 notebook PC. The HP OmniBook 5000 CTS 5/120 notebook PC, priced at $6,295, offers a 120MHz Pentium processor, 1.2GB hard-drive standard, 256K L2 cache and up to 64MB RAM. Also, as with the entire line of OmniBook 5000 notebook PCs, the HP OmniBook 5000 CTS 5/120 notebook PC is based on the PCI bus, which enables accelerated graphics and input/output performance.

Estimated street prices for the premium models of the OmniBook 5000 notebook PCs begin at $4,730 for an HP OmniBook 5000 CT 5/90 notebook PC with a VGA active-matrix display, an 810GB hard-disk drive and 8MB RAM.

Estimated street prices for VL models of the OmniBook 5000 notebook PCs begin at $2,925 for the HP OmniBook 5000 C 5/75 notebook PC. The VL, or Value Line, offers high-performance notebooks at more mainstream prices. The VL models include 75MHz and 90MHz Pentium processors and other high-performance features of the HP OmniBook 5000 notebook PC line, with the exception of L2 cache and SCSI. The VL models include a nickel metal hydride battery rather than a longer-lasting lithium ion one. A one-year limited warranty on the VL models replaces the three-year limited warranty that is standard with premium models.

HP OmniBook 5000 Notebook PC Prices as of Jan. 22, 1996

HP OmniBook 5000 CTS     Intel 120MHz                 $6,295

5/120 PC Model 1200      Pentium processor,

                         1.2GB hard disk, 16MB RAM

                         10.4-inch SVGA TFT display

All prices are estimated U.S. selling prices; prices may vary in other countries.

All prices subject to change.

Extensive Customer Support

HP offers a limited three-year warranty with its entire range of HP OmniBook PCs, except for the HP OmniBook VL series, which carries a one-year limited warranty. HP has been rated by PC Magazine readers (January 1995) as a leading vendor in notebook support and services.

HP OmniBook PC customers in the United States receive unlimited support during the limited warranty period by calling one telephone number, (503) 715-2004, to receive hardware and software assistance. Customers also may call an automated toll-free number with fax-back capability, available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, for application notes and answers to most commonly asked questions. The number is (800) 443-1254.

Hewlett-Packard Company is a leading global manufacturer of computing, communications and measurement products and services recognized for excellence in quality and support. HP has 102,300 employees and had revenue of $31.5 billion in its 1995 fiscal year.

Information about HP and its products can be found on the World Wide Web at:   http://www.hp.com.

(1) All prices are estimated U.S. selling prices.

(2) International Data Corporation, October 1995.

(3) PC Magazine, December 19, 1995:  "The HP OmniBook 5000 CTS consistently outperformed other Pentium/120-based systems, posting a particularly impressive Winstone 96 score of 50."

(4) Disclaimer:  1995 J.D. Power and Associates Notebook Computer End-User Satisfaction Study was conducted among business users and was based on 1,239 respondents.

Information in this release applies specifically to products available in the United States. Product availability and specifications may vary in non-U.S. markets.


HP 100VG-AnyLAN Momentum Continues
100VG-AnyLAN Momentum Continues

Customer Demand for Adapter Cards and Hub Ports Shipped Exceeds 200,000

PALO ALTO, CALIFORNIA. JANUARY 22, 1996 -- Hewlett-Packard Company, a leader in networked systems for workgroups, today announced it has shipped more than 220,000 adapter cards and 210,000 hub ports for its 100VG-AnyLAN high-speed network since HP began shipping in late 1994.

This high level of sales demonstrates continued momentum for 100VG growth as industry analysts also have independently reported.

"As customers install real-world, high-speed networks, vendors are expected to see continued demand for 100VG products through the year 2000," said Trudy Barker, director/principal analyst, Data Networking Telecommunications Industry Service. "100VG is designed for emerging workgroup applications such as desktop video conferencing, color network printing, collaborative computing and multimedia; other large, data-intensive workgroup applications; and for improving the performance of existing applications."

HP's second-half numbers are as follows:

                         Second Half         Total Installed

     HP Shipments        1995 Total          Base

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     100VG Hub Ports          108,800        209,540

     10/100 Adapter Cards     117,630        223,200

"The second half of 1995's fiscal year shows HP 100VG hub sales up 69 percent and the adapter-card sales up 34 percent from the first half of the year, and we expect strong growth to continue," said Gary McAnally, general manager of HP's Roseville (Calif.) Network Division. "100VG's technological superiority in multimedia and time-sensitive applications assures us that customer demand will continue. For example, Lotus Development Corporation chose 100VG for its network at Lotusphere `96, in Orlando this month, because 100VG is the network technology that can best showcase Lotus' Notes applications."

The 100VG-AnyLAN IEEE approved standard (802.12) was developed cooperatively by AT&T, HP and IBM. The first product began shipping in August 1994.

HP's Roseville (Calif.) Networks Division and HP's Network Server Division deliver a complete line of network workgroup solutions. The Network Server Division makes the NetServer line of file servers and is one of the fastest-growing file-server suppliers. Roseville Networks Division is a leading supplier of stackable hubs, print servers and high-speed network products. Its products include AdvanceStack 10Base-T and 100VG hubs, AdvanceStack 10/100 switches, AdvanceStack routers and remote-access products, OpenView network-management applications, JetDirect print servers, 10Base-T and 10/100VG LAN Adapters and the NetBeamIR infrared LAN access point.

Hewlett-Packard Company is a leading global manufacturer of computing, communications and measurement products and services recognized for excellence in quality and support. HP has 102,300 employees and had revenue of $31.5 billion in its 1995 fiscal year.

Information about HP and its products can be found on the World Wide Web at:  http://www.hp.com.

Information in this release applies specifically to products available in the United States. Product availability and specifications may vary in non-U.S. markets.


HP Intros High-Perf Pentium Pro Vectra PCs
HP Introduces Three New High-Performance Pentium Pro Vectra PCs

PALO ALTO, CALIFORNIA. JANUARY 22, 1996 -- Hewlett-Packard Company today introduced three new HP Vectra PCs based on Intel's Pentium Pro processor; the HP Vectra XU 6/180 and XU 6/200 PCs and the HP Vectra VT 6/200 PC.

Using HP-designed motherboards and the latest processor technology, the 180MHz and 200MHz Pentium Pro Vectra PCs provide unprecedented speed and performance in 32-bit environments previously seen only in more expensive, workstation-class computers.

The HP Vectra VT 6/200 PC takes advantage of the fastest processor available on uniprocessor systems to provide expert users with increased power, performance, upgradability and expandability at mainstream prices.

The HP Vectra XU 6/180 and XU 6/200 PCs offer Pentium Pro performance through processor scalability, optimized memory architecture and enhanced I/O design. The uniprocessor HP Vectra XU 6/200 PC delivers SYSMark/NT performance of 672 vs. 300 SYSMark/NT for a 133MHz Pentium- based PC.

"If you're looking for Windows NT performance in a PC or a workstation, you owe it to yourself to evaluate these Pentium Pro-based HP Vectra XU and VT PCs," said Boris Elisman, workgroup PC marketing manager of HP's Grenoble PC Division. "You'll get maximum performance, expandability and built-in networking plus the reliability you expect from HP."

The European Council for Nuclear Research (CERN) located in Geneva, Switzerland, recently tested the new XU 6/200 PC as part of its benchmarking program. CERN tests comparable PC systems industrywide, across a broad platform of scientific-intensive, 32-bit applications.

"The recent testing of the Vectra XU 6/200 PC showed a clear breakthrough of PC technology for scientific computing," said Svere Jarp, senior computer analyst at CERN. "According to our results, this unit has twice the uniprocessing power of the XU 5/133 PC. Additionally, the dual processor throughput for the XU 6/200 is approximately 90 percent better than a uniprocessor configuration. The combined effect is remarkable."

The following table shows the CERN testing results.

System                    CERN Units

HP Vectra XU 5/133 UP PC     18

DEC 3400 Workstation         18

SGI Challenger               20

HP Vectra XU 6/150 UP PC     31

IBM low end PowerPC 604      39

HP Vectra XU 6/200 UP PC     41

DEC 3900                     5

HP Vectra XU PCs -- Optimized Performance Features

Advanced Memory Architecture -- HP's memory architecture offers the high-end user two primary benefits unavailable in most Pentium Pro processor systems: great performance with data integrity and expandability with flexible upgrade.

Greater performance is achieved by using 64-bit industry-standard DIMMs (dual in-line memory modules), rather than the more common 32-bit SIMM (single in-line memory module) architectures. This creates a 128-bit-wide path to memory and a performance boost of up to 10 percent compared to SIMMs. Data integrity is achieved through the use of ECC (error correcting code) memory, which keeps critical applications running while detecting and correcting memory errors.

HP's DIMM architecture also allows greater expansion flexibility than SIMMs. For example, customers can add any pair of identical industry-standard DIMMs when upgrading -- a level of flexibility that is not offered in competitive SIMMs-based designs. Further, the HP Vectra XU 6/150 PC is upgradeable to 256MB RAM through eight industry-standard DIMM sockets for the most demanding applications.

DUAL PROCESSOR SUPPORT -- The HP Vectra XU 6/180 or XU 6/200 PC has a second ZIF (zero insertion force) socket on the motherboard for adding a second processor. This can boost performance significantly. This is particularly true in the case of 32-bit applications running under Windows NT Workstation, which is optimized for dual processing, multitasking and multithreaded applications, or for situations in which power users elect to run multiple applications concurrently, such as running database, e-mail and printing applications simultaneously.

ULTRA SCSI FAST 20 -- An Ultra SCSI Fast 20 controller is embedded in the system motherboard, providing high-end users with 20MB/s throughput. Ultra SCSI also allows customers to continue to use their existing SCSI peripherals. In addition, an Enhanced Master IDE controller provides high burst-mode performance in multitasking environments.

EXPANDABILITY -- HP Vectra XU 6/180 and XU 6/200 PCs come in an expandable but compact minitower package with seven mass-storage shelves (five front-accessible) and six full-length expansion slots: three PCI, two ISA and one PCI/ISA combination slot.

LAN CONNECTIVITY -- A PCI-based 10Base-T/100VG AnyLAN network interface card bundled with the HP Vectra XU 6/180 and XU 6/200 PCs lets power users rapidly access and transfer large amounts of data. In addition, the Vectra XU 6/180 and XU 6/200 PCs have extensive security features for corporate network environments and integrated selectable boot protocols for Novell, NetWare and Microsoft LAN Manager.

TOP-OF-THE-LINE GRAPHICS -- Powerful video performance is achieved by bundling a Matrox Millenium graphics card that integrates graphics, video and 3-D acceleration and provides resolutions of up to 1,600 x 1,200 in 256 or 65,000 or 16.7 million colors. Also, dual-ported Windows RAM improves video performance 50 percent compared to VRAM -- and at a lower cost to the user.

INDUSTRY-LEADING AUDIO -- A Creative Labs 16-bit audio processor and a Wave Table socket for connection to a Wave Table interface card are integrated on the motherboard. This integrated audio solution improves sound quality 7dB over an add-on card. All models also include a 4X CD-ROM drive.

The HP Vectra VT 6/200 PCs include the same HP-designed motherboard as the HP Vectra XU PCs and include many common features such as industry-standard DIMM-based memory, integrated audio and the high- end Millenium Matrox graphics card. The HP Vectra VT PC, however, differs from the HP Vectra XU 6/200 PC in that it is only offered in uniprocessor versions without ECC memory, SCSI or a LAN card. This provides the advanced user with a powerful, Pentium Pro-based system at mainstream prices.

The HP Vectra XU 6/180 and XU 6/200 PCs, and HP Vectra VT 6/200 PCs are expected to ship in early March. HP Vectra "V" and "X" line PCs are covered by a three-year, limited warranty with one-year, on-site coverage. The Vectra XU PCs will be bundled with Windows NT Workstation.

U.S. Prices(1) and configurations for all models will be as follows:

Processor   Package     Hard Drive   RAM    Graphics   LAN   Price

VT 6/200    Minitower   NA           32MB   Millenium  NA    $5,200

            Minitower   2GB/IDE      3

HP offers a broad family of industry-standard PCs in its Vectra PC line. Products range from entry-level VE/VL/VT PCs for professional users running standard applications to the Vectra XM line of network- ready PCs to the high-end Vectra XU PCs for the most demanding of expert professional users.

Hewlett-Packard Company is a leading global manufacturer of computing, communications and measurement products and services recognized for excellence in quality and support. HP has 102,300 employees and had revenue of $31.5 billion in its 1995 fiscal year.

Information about HP and its products can be found on the World Wide Web at:  http://www.hp.com.

(1) All prices are estimated street prices in U.S. dollars.


HP Developer's Station for App Developers
HP Introduces A Turnkey Solution For Application Developers

HP Developer's Station Combines the Industrial-strength Development Tools of SoftBench 5.0 with HP's Industry-leading Workstations

PALO ALTO, CALIFORNIA. JANUARY 22, 1996 -- Hewlett-Packard Company today introduced a hardware/software bundle, called the HP Developer's Station, designed to give software developers a turnkey application-development solution for virtually instant productivity.

The HP Developer's Station is simple to order, easy to install and comes preconfigured. It delivers a total solution of performance and functionality without a premium price -- enabling the developer to delve directly into software development.

The HP Developer's Station is based on the HP 9000 Model 712/60 workstation with 1GB of disk, 32MB RAM, a preloaded HP-UX(1) operating system, a 17-inch color monitor with keyboard and mouse, and QuickStart documentation. A comprehensive set of preloaded development tools includes C SoftBench 5.0, the ANSI C Compiler, a distributed debugging environment, a performance analysis kit and graphics/multimedia support.

"By combining HP's PA-RISC(2)-based workstation with SoftBench 5.0 in an innovative, turnkey solution, HP is empowering developers to increase productivity," said Gretchen Tobin, marketing manager of HP's Software Engineering Systems Division. "The HP Developer's Station enables the developer to deliver complex applications quickly and cost effectively."

HP also is offering an upgrade program for users who want to move to C++ or HP's C++ SoftBench Suite.

U.S. Prices and Availability

The HP Developer's Station is available now for $4,994.

The upgrade program includes upgrades to HP's C++ SoftBench for $1,995, and the Suite for $2,695.

Hewlett-Packard Company is a leading global manufacturer of computing, communications and measurement products and services recognized for excellence in quality and support. HP has 102,300 employees and had revenue of $31.5 billion in its 1995 fiscal year.

Information about HP and its products can be found on the World Wide Web at:  http://www.hp.com.

(1) HP-UX 9.X and 10.0 for HP 9000 Series 700 and 800 computers are X/Open Company UNIX 93 branded products.

(2) PA-RISC stands for Precision Architecture-reduced-instruction- set computing.


HP Supplies Lotusphere'96 Network
HP To Supply Lotusphere '96 With Its First High-Speed, Multiple-Site Network

ORLANDO, FLORIDA. JANUARY 22, 1996 -- Hewlett-Packard Company today announced it will provide the high- speed network to showcase Lotusr Corp.'s advanced multimedia applications during Lotusphere `96, which is being held here at Walt Disney World from Jan. 21 to 25.

The 300-node, 100VG-AnyLAN network will connect multiple conference hotels at Walt Disney World and will include 300 kiosks, 12 video servers, 28 Notes servers and Citrix WinFrame technology for remote kiosk access. The Lotusphere network also includes five high-performance HP NetServers.

In cooperation with HP, Lante Corporation will provide the entire exhibition show setup, working with HP to manage the hot staging and installation of the network's hardware and software.

Lotusphere `96 marks the first time a Lotusphere network will connect multiple buildings via FDDI rings and provide Internet access to every kiosk.

"Lotus chose 100VG network technology for Lotusphere `96 because it provides the necessary performance levels for our company's core applications," said Paul Greenough, technical marketing manager, Lotus Development Corp. "We've been very pleased with the performance of 100VG for high-bandwidth multimedia applications such as VideoNotes, RealTime Notes and other Lotus products, all of which will be demonstrated at the show."

100VG is designed for emerging workgroup applications such as desktop video conferencing, color network printing, collaborative computing and multimedia; other large, data-intensive workgroup applications; and for improving the performance of existing applications.

"This year, because of 100VG's non-collision architecture and demand priority access scheme, we're able to prioritize network traffic by setting high priority to our video servers," said Reed Gesteland, operations consultant for Lante Corp. "This is critical for demonstrating real-time video playback across the network among several locations. In addition, because of the technical capabilities of 100VG, we're able to link multiple sites with 100Mbps on the backbone."

Lotusphere `96 100VG network configuration diagrams are available through HP's Network_City at: http://www.hp.com/go/network_city. Additional information on Lotusphere `96 can be obtained through the Lotus Corp. web site at: http://www.lotus.com.

HP's Roseville (Calif.) Networks Division and HP's Network Server Division deliver a complete line of network workgroup solutions. The Network Server Division makes the NetServer line of file servers and is one of the fastest-growing file-server suppliers. Roseville Networks Division is a leading supplier of stackable hubs, print servers and high-speed network products. Its products include AdvanceStack 10Base-T and 100VG hubs, AdvanceStack 10/100 switches, AdvanceStack routers and remote-access products, OpenView network-management applications, JetDirect print servers, 10Base-T and 10/100VG LAN Adapters and the NetBeamIR infrared LAN access point.

Hewlett-Packard Company is a leading global manufacturer of computing, communications and measurement products and services recognized for excellence in quality and support. HP has 102,300 employees and had revenue of $31.5 billion in its 1995 fiscal year.

Information about HP and its products can be found on the World Wide Web at: http://www.hp.com.

Information in this release applies specifically to products available in the United States. Product availability and specifications may vary in non-U.S. markets.


IBM Global Network Service for Lotus Notes
IBM Expands Customer Value of Lotus Notes Over Networks

ORLANDO, FL, January 22, 1996 . . . IBM today announced the results of successful pilots of the IBM Global Network service for Lotus Notes* as well as a program to expand the customer value of Lotus Notes over networks.

The pilots of the IBM Global Network service for Lotus Notes involve Sikorsky Aircraft Worldwide Customer Service (WCS), IVANS, Inc. and Ogilvy & Mather.

IBM will be providing a solutions-oriented program to help customers of all sizes better utilize Lotus Notes. The Notes Service Solution Program was developed to enhance the value of public Notes services offered by telecommunications carriers, network service providers and the IBM Global Network.

"The value of this program is that IBM will be able to respond quickly to customer needs with complete solutions that leverage the experience of leading Notes service providers," said Steve Weyl, vice president, network services integration, IBM Global Network. "The combination of Notes, the World Wide Web and the Internet provides a powerful, world class environment for building dynamic client/server applications."

Customer Benefits Realized

Sikorsky Aircraft WCS needed to re-engineer the paper-intensive communication process between customers and support personnel, while also providing online data access for customer service and support. "Using Notes on a global network will help us to integrate our vast information resources into a one-stop, easy-to-use, online tool. Outdated information is avoided and customers benefit from increased responsiveness," said W. Ochsner, director, marketing and customer support systems, Sikorsky Aircraft Worldwide Customer Service.

IVANS, Inc., represents the special communications needs and interests of information processing concerns of insurance companies and independent agents. "The power of the IBM Global Network service for Lotus Notes enables us and our customers to collaborate on critical applications as well as communicate more effectively," said Rita Waters, senior vice president, IVANS.

In the business of marketing communications, worldwide advertising giant Ogilvy & Mather, which operates from 272 offices in 64 countries, uses Notes to facilitate several processes within its production and logistics environment. IBM provided extensive deployment, installation and support capabilities required to expand and maintain a global collaborative environment. "Our business is dependent upon being able to interpret the rapidly changing and converging media, telecommunications, entertainment and computer industries," said Paul Cuccia, chief information officer, Ogilvy & Mather. "The global management and installation services provided by the IBM Global Network service for Lotus Notes helped us coordinate efforts and become a more cohesive, consistent and responsive organization."

Based on the success of the pilots discussed today, the turnkey service is expected to be generally available in the second quarter this year.

Notes Service Solution Program

The Notes Service Solution Program will offer a rich collection of IBM applications and consulting services to help customers take full advantage of Notes services offered on public networks. IBM will provide interoperability standards and technologies to ensure that an application can seamlessly work across a variety of services. The Notes Service Solution Program will be focused in the IBM Network Solutions Centers, which have a charter to provide customers with IBM application services on any network where they are needed.

Joining IBM as the first partners in the Notes Service Solution Program are CompuServe* and Technology Investments, Inc. CompuServe, with its wealth of experience serving individual customers, and Technology Investments, with innovative technology solutions supporting concurrent replication of high data volume, provide increased breadth to the service the partnership can now offer customers.

The agreement IBM signed with CompuServe will enable IBM to utilize specific CompuServe Notes service components in the delivery of the IBM Global Network service for Lotus Notes. The partnership will leverage the strengths of both IBM and CompuServe which include global management, installation services and global network connectivity.

"We're excited to be working with IBM in extending and expanding the capability of their service for Lotus Notes," said Patrick Kloepfer, manager, Enterprise Service for Lotus Notes, CompuServe. "We believe this partnership will play an important role in achieving Lotus' goal of reaching a significant portion of the remotely connected Notes users in the marketplace."

IBM also entered into a business partner agreement with Technology Investments, Inc. (TI), to enhance the process associated with large-scale Notes database replication. TI's Adaptive Replication Engine (ARE*) technology uses IBM MQSeries* messaging middleware to enable data replication to multiple Notes servers at once.

ARE enables businesses to rapidly and concurrently replicate data to numerous recipient servers in a "fan out method" over local, private or value-added networks, independent of the amount of the data to be replicated. Business partners, satellite offices or branches of worldwide organizations can access, interpret and respond real time to the same data as the originating site. Businesses can reduce discrepancies and eliminate out-dated information efficiently and productively.

"The implementation of ARE within the IBM Global Network service for Lotus Notes will provide users with unparalleled performance, scalability and reliability of the replication process," said Paul Roth, partner, Technology Investments. "As companies seek to share information within and outside the organization, IBM's worldwide network infrastructure will provide connections and manage processes associated with synchronizing information between all servers."

These are two of several partnerships we are considering to enhance and broaden the public Notes network environment," said Jim Lidestri, manager Notes service delivery, IBM. "CompuServe brings expertise in delivering Notes-based content and mail services to the individual subscriber while Technology Investments' high volume data replication will provide significant benefits to our customers."

Lotus Notes is the leading client-server platform for developing and deploying strategic groupware applications that help organizations communicate, collaborate and coordinate strategic business processes within and beyond their organizational boundaries to achieve improved business results. More than 8,000 companies and more than 4.5 million people use Notes to improve key business processes such as customer service, sales and account management, and product development. Lotus Notes supports all major operating systems: IBM OS/2 Warp*, Apple* Mac OS, UNIX* platforms including IBM AIX*, Sun Solaris*, HP-UX*, and SCO* OpenServer, and Microsoft Windows*, Windows NT*, and Novell* NetWare*.

Lotus Development Corp., a subsidiary of IBM Corp., offers high quality software products and support services that reflect the company's unique understanding of the new ways in which individuals and businesses must work together to achieve success. Lotus' innovative approach is evident in a new class of applications that allows information to be accessed and communicated in ways never before possible, both within and beyond organizational boundaries. The company also provides numerous support services, both from its consulting division and its award-winning 24 hour support center.

Notes is part of a portfolio of tools and services available on the IBM Global Network to enable electronic commerce, content hosting and collaborative services. The portfolio includes support for World Wide Web authoring and navigation, as well as tools for common services such as registration, billing, directory, security and authentication. The IBM Global Network offers services from 850 cities in 100 countries.

The Lotusphere '96 Exhibition and Conference is being held January 21-25. IBM is located at booth S74. For more information on the IBM Global Network service for Lotus Notes, visit the home page, http://www.collaborative.ibm.com

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IBM Credit & ENTEX Alliance for PC Financing
IBM Credit Corporation and ENTEX Information Services Announce New Alliance For Financing PC Technology Products and Services

Rye Brook, NY and Stamford, CT (January 25, 1996) -- ENTEX Information Services, Inc. and IBM Credit Corporation today announced an alliance enabling ENTEX to offer customers innovative financing solutions for their information technology infrastructure.

This alliance, the first such relationship announced by IBM Credit, teams up ENTEX, the largest PC systems integrator in the U.S., with IBM Credit, a major U.S. financier of information technology, to provide comprehensive financial services covering the total PC lifecycle.

"We are excited about this new alliance," said Robert F. Talbot, IBM Credit Corporation general manager, remarketer financing. "We are poised to offer a new level of services to help ENTEX respond to their customers' requirements. This relationship further demonstrates IBM Credit's commitment to the channel and to the value that companies like ENTEX bring to the customer financing relationship."

The relationship further enables ENTEX to meet customers' needs for a single-source supplier of information technology products, services and financing, including IBM Credit offerings relating to buy-back, disposition and unique fixed price-per-seat packages. The alliance will also offer innovative technology upgrade programs.

According to ENTEX President John McKenna, "This represents the combination of two best-of-breed organizations -- IBM Credit Corporation in financing and ENTEX in desktop services. Our goal is to increase the value and decrease the cost of technology for our customers. This partnership will clearly let us achieve those goals."

ENTEX and IBM Credit are working together to offer customers innovative financing solutions -- IBM Credit will dedicate financing professionals to assist and train ENTEX representatives, utilizing computer-based training tools with specialized financing modules, which will allow ENTEX representatives to generate IBM Credit proposals and end-user leasing contracts in-house and guide their customers through the leasing process from start to finish. ENTEX will also utilize IBM Credit's Quick Settlement Advance, and both organizations will participate in joint marketing activities.

Fred Rubin, ENTEX vice president and treasurer, said, "Industry analysts estimate that almost 40 percent of Fortune 1000 companies will lease their desktop computer equipment and services this year. This partnership represents a response to the fast-growing trend towards leasing desktop technology. It will uniquely enable ENTEX to address customer demands for equipment and services financing."

ENTEX Information Services is the largest PC systems integrator in the U.S., providing PC and network computing solutions to Fortune 1000 companies. ENTEX operates in 60 major markets across the U.S. and reported fiscal 1995 revenues of $1.5 billion. In combination with its International Alliance Partners Compugen Systems Ltd. of Canada, Info'Products Europe, Otsuka Shokai of Japan and Spartan Computers of South Africa, ENTEX is addressing the PC network and support needs of its multinational customers on a global basis. For more information on ENTEX, visit THE CIO Help Desk web site at http://www.entex-is.com.

IBM Credit Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of IBM Corporation, offering remarketers inventory and accounts receivable financing as well as leasing and financing solutions for their customers. It also offers end-user customer leasing and financing for IBM and complementary solutions. For information about IBM Credit's financing offerings, visit the IBM customer financing home page at http://www.financing.hosting.ibm.com.

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Free Interactive Sports News on the Internet
IBM and SportsTicker Announce Free Interactive Sports News on the Internet

Super Bowl Fans: Instant Team Statistics Just a Click Away

Falls Church, VA, Jan. 25, 1996 . . . In an effort to continue bringing valuable services to Internet enthusiasts and to provide premier service to the sports information industry, IBM and SportsTicker**, the instant sports news and information service of ESPN, Inc.**, in partnership with Dow Jones & Company, Inc.**, today announced an addition to the IBM infoMarket NewsTicker. This sports news service provides free, up-to-the- minute sports news, statistics, previews, recaps and features.

"This exciting new Internet-based information source, available from the IBM infoMarket service, scrolls real-time sports headlines across desktop and laptop computer screens and enables users to click on the headline to get the full coverage of the SportsTicker story," said Bill Moses, vice president, sports and broadcasting, IBM telecommunications and media.

SportsTicker is the second offering from the IBM infoMarket NewsTicker, which recently announced the availability of content from Reuters NewMedia, providing 24-hour newsfeeds of U.S. and international news, business updates, and entertainment information.

Today's announcement is another example of IBM's network- centric computing strategy -- IBM's blueprint for enabling people to receive, use and share applications and services across worldwide voice and data networks, including the Internet.

Any Web browser can download the software from the IBM infoMarket home page, located at http://www.infomkt.ibm.com. Full-text articles may be accessed by most Windows-based browsers, including Microsoft Internet Explorer**, Netscape Navigator**, and NCSA Mosaic**. OS/2* and Macintosh** versions of the software are currently under development.

SportsTicker newsfeeds, which are compiled by more than 700 event-site reporters, provide detailed and comprehensive information on all major professional and college sporting events. Newsfeeds for Super Bowl XXX for example, will include team rosters, depth-charts, information about past Super Bowls and team statistics, giving fans comprehensive Super Bowl coverage at their fingertips.

"We're very excited about what this agreement means for our customers," said Jeff Crigler, vice president and managing director, IBM infoMarket. "With the NewsTicker they'll be able to stay on top of both current events and their favorite sports news. Instant access to this news is just a click away on their desktop."

SportsTicker serves hundreds of radio and TV stations, broadcast and cable networks, daily newspapers, wire services, audiotex, videotext, cabletext, paging services, interactive media and electronic publishing applications throughout the United States, Canada, South America and Japan. "IBM has always been the world leader in technology and SportsTicker is thrilled to have been chosen as the sports news and information service for the IBM infoMarket service," said Rick Alessandri, Vice President and General Manager, SportsTicker.

The IBM infoMarket service is creating the first secure environment for intellectual property owners to reach a worldwide audience of millions over the Internet. This new service will provide digital publishers with the incentive to create and distribute their content electronically, with the knowledge that they will receive compensation from every person who makes use of their work. Additionally, IBM infoMarket will supply the tools to provide these content owners with maximum control over how their information is presented to their customers.

The IBM telecommunications and media industry solution unit offers a wide range of solutions for entertainment, media, cable T.V., wireless and telecommunications companies.

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Calendaring & Scheduling Across Enterprises
IBM/Lotus Announce Strategy for Integrated Calendaring and Scheduling Across and Beyond the Enterprise

Lotus to Provide Calendaring and Scheduling Integration Across Lotus Notes, Organizer and IBM OfficeVision; Supports the Internet

ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 22, 1996 -- IBM and Lotus Development Corp. today unveiled a comprehensive calendaring and scheduling (C&S) strategy, based on Lotus Notes Release 4 and the award-winning Lotus Organizer user interface, that will include fully-functional C&S support in all Notes Release 4 clients -Notes Mail, Notes Desktop and full Notes. Lotus also will provide complete connectivity and interoperability between Notes and Organizer calendars, and IBM OfficeVision calendars, to enable C&S users to confirm and schedule group meetings across the enterprise. Scheduling between Organizer and Notes users across the Internet will be provided through the SMTP/MIME Gateway for Notes Release 4.

"Our calendaring and scheduling strategy is to offer customers a choice of clients while enabling them to leverage their messaging infrastructure across enterprise and inter-enterprise networks," said Michael D. Zisman, executive vice president and CEO, Lotus Development Corp. "The combination of using Organizer's award-winning UI with a back-end integration plan that supports Notes, cc:Mail, and real- time connectivity to IBM OfficeVision calendars, delivers to millions of users a comprehensive calendaring and scheduling solution unmatched in the industry."

Users Choose the Client

Users will have a choice of clients, selecting any Notes client that supports OS/2 Warp, Windows 3.1, Windows 95, Windows NT, Macintosh PowerPC and 68K, IBM AIX, HP-UX, and Sun Solaris; or an Organizer client that supports Windows 95, Windows NT, Macintosh System 7.5 or OS/2 Warp. These clients will be available in the second half of 1996. Calendaring and scheduling functionality in Notes clients will be identical with core C&S functionality in Organizer 2.1. The C&S data will be stored inside the user's mail database and will appear as a calendar folder as part of the user's Notes mail database. This will provide Notes and Organizer clients with a common look and feel for daily, weekly and monthly calendar views, as well as common terminology for creating appointments or scheduling meetings.

In the Notes environment, Notes and Organizer clients will be fully interoperable through the Notes data store and common scheduling services, providing users and administrators with the benefits of Notes Release 4's scalability, security and mobile enhancements. All Lotus C&S users receive the benefits of scheduling meetings, synchronizing their calendars or making appointments remotely using the Notes client, thus eliminating the need for a real-time connection. When the user replicates his or her Notes client with the Notes server, the other C&S users are automatically notified about the meetings.

"The Lotus calendaring and scheduling strategy is a key component of how the company is redefining the value proposition of messaging," said Bob Flanagan, director of Inter/Enterprise Applications Research, The Yankee Group. "Lotus continues to raise the bar in messaging by adding calendaring and scheduling to Notes, plus integrating C&S with cc:Mail and OfficeVision as well as supporting the Internet."

Support for IBM OfficeVision

For host connectivity, Lotus will deliver the Lotus OfficeVision (OV) Calendar Connector which will give users bi-directional access to calendar and scheduling information between Notes and IBM OfficeVision, supporting OV/VM, OV/MVS and OV/400. The Lotus OfficeVision Calendar Connector will be available in the second half of 1996 on Notes servers supporting Windows NT, OS/2 Warp and IBM AIX.

"With the Lotus OV Calendar Connector, customers can leverage Lotus' strength in desktop collaboration and IBM's expertise in host and client/server calendaring to bring together their OfficeVision and LAN environments," said Steve Mills, General Manager, IBM Software Solutions Division. "This will give organizations the ability to effectively manage people, time and resources across the enterprise."

cc:Mail Customers to Receive Full-featured C&S Solution

Lotus will also provide a full-featured C&S client for cc:Mail users, taking advantage of the next generation cc:Mail DB8 message store as the back-end database for C&S data. In addition to the integration of Organizer with the cc:Mail client and the cc:Mail DB8 message store, cc:Mail users will also have C&S interoperability with Notes through the use of the cc:Mail Connector running on the Lotus CommServer.

Schedule Meetings over the Internet

Lotus' advanced, messaging-based calendaring and scheduling architecture will allow connectivity and integration across enterprise and inter- enterprise networks. Notes and Organizer users will be able to schedule meetings with their colleagues, vendors, customers and suppliers, across the Internet via the SMTP/MIME Gateway, a high-fidelity Notes messaging gateway being designed for the Lotus CommServer.

How it Works

The IBM/Lotus calendaring and scheduling solution seamlessly integrates Notes, cc:Mail and OfficeVision environments. If users want to see the free and busy timeslots available on other users' calendars, even for colleagues situated halfway around the world, they simply point and click. A scheduling dialog box prompts users for the meeting attendees' names--the very same names by which those users are identified in the Notes Name & Address Book or cc:Mail directories. From the data store, to the directory, to the client, the entire automated scheduling process is integrated.

Lotus Notes is the leading client-server platform for developing and deploying strategic groupware applications that help organizations communicate,collaborate and coordinate strategic business processes within and beyond their organizational boundaries to achieve improved business results. More than 8,000 companies and 4.5 million people use Notes to improve key business processes such as customer service, sales and account management, and product development. Lotus Notes supports all major operating systems including IBM OS/2 Warp, Apple Mac OS, UNIX platforms including IBM AIX, Sun Solaris, HP-UX, and SCO OpenServer, and Microsoft Windows and Windows NT. Notes is also available as a NetWare loadable module for the Novell environment.

Lotus Organizer is the industry's leading personal and group scheduler. Since Organizer's introduction in 1992, the product has received more than 30 awards for its usability and calendaring and scheduling functionality. Most recently, Organizer has won PC Magazine's Network Edition Editors' Choice award for group scheduling; Computer Shopper's "Tenth Annual Best Buy of 1995" award;and PC World's "Best Buy" award. Lotus Development Corp., a subsidiary of IBM Corp., offers high quality software products and support services that reflect the company's unique understanding of the new ways in which individuals and businesses must work together to achieve success. Lotus' innovative approach is evident in a new class of applications that allows information to be accessed and communicated in ways never before possible, both within and beyond organizational boundaries. The company also provides numerous support services, both from its consulting division and its award-winning 24-hour support center.

All prices and terms are for the U.S. only. Notes prices are estimated retail prices for volume purchases through Lotus' Passport Program. Lotus, Lotus Notes, Lotus cc:Mail and Lotus Organizer are registered trademarks of Lotus Development Corporation. Notes, cc:Mail and Organizer are trademarks of Lotus Development Corporation. All other company names and products are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

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Enhancements for IBM InfoMarket Service
Advanced Search Capabilities, More Content Providers, and Other Enhancements Announced for the IBM infoMarket Service

Falls Church, VA, Jan. 19, 1996 -- IBM today announced a series of enhancements for its infoMarket service, located at http://www.infomkt.ibm.com, which significantly improve access to the information users need and provide more sophisticated search capabilities. The infoMarket service is a network-centric computing solution from IBM which enables Internet users to search and retrieve information from a wide variety of sources.

IBM also announced that it has established relationships with important new content providers, making an even wider range of information sources available to users. Taken together, these announcements expand upon infoMarket's powerful "meta-search" capabilities, which allow users to simultaneously search, locate and retrieve information from diverse, popular Web sources as well as from previously unavailable commercial databases.

With these announcements the IBM infoMarket service now includes:

   * Content excerpts which allow users to preview a sample of

     content before retrieving it;

   * Advanced sea

New Content Providers

Additionally, popular content providers have announced that they have agreed to provide their content on the IBM infoMarket service. These companies include:

   * Business Research Services**, a directory of minority

     businesses;

   * Engineering

They join previously announced providers including Hoover's Company Profiles**, a product of The Reference Press**; Comtex** and Newsbytes** which are already available on the service.

"The IBM infoMarket service is committed to becoming the primary vehicle on the Internet for searching, viewing, and buying valuable information," said Jeff Crigler, vice president and managing director, IBM infoMarket. "The enhancements to our search tools and the valuable, commercial content available on our service are just a few of the new things we are implementing for the infoMarket service."

Today's announcement is another example of how IBM has asserted its network-centric computing strategy -- IBM's blueprint to enable users to receive, use and share applications and services across worldwide voice and data networks.

Excerpts Allow Users a Sneak Preview

IBM today announced the availability of excerpts, extractions of the first 250 characters of searchable content. These excerpts will save end-users time in their information retrieval by providing the first few lines of the text, offering a preview of the selection.

In the future, content delivered via infoMarket will be protected by Cryptolope* containers, an IBM technology that will enable owners of copyrighted information to securely distribute their works and receive payment for their use over the Internet.

Improved Navigation and Handling of Search Results

IBM also announced new infoMarket page designs which improve the readability of search results and enable easier access to the Web site.

Users can now choose to have results lists sorted by the data source and then ranked by relevance, or sorted by a relevancy-ranked list of the results from all sources simultaneously. Users can also choose to have search results partitioned into sequential sets of 10 or 25 results. The results page will return the first set of responses to the user's desktop. By clicking the "next" button, users will retrieve the next list of titles in the set. In addition, search results can now be stored in bookmarks or quicklists.

The new infoMarket page designs provide support for Web browsers that utilize enhanced graphics and also include pages for those browsers that require lower resolutions or no graphics.

IBM infoMarket Service

The IBM infoMarket service is creating the first secure environment for intellectual property owners to reach a worldwide audience of millions over the Internet. This new service will provide digital publishers with the incentive to create and distribute their content electronically, with the knowledge that they will receive compensation from every person who makes use of their work. Additionally, the IBM infoMarket service will supply the necessary tools to provide these content owners with maximum control over the presentation of their information to customers.

By visiting the IBM infoMarket service located at http://www.infomkt.ibm.com, users are currently able to register for and use IBM's infoMarket service at no charge.

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New Version IBM AntiVirus Swr Supports Win95
New Version of IBM AntiVirus Software Supports Windows 95 and Other Operating Systems

STERLING FOREST, N.Y., January 23, 1996 -- With the addition of support for Windows 95, IBM AntiVirus has expanded its coverage for multiple operating systems in one box. This advanced anti-virus solution, part of IBM's SecureWay* family, enables users to protect their computing environment across all supported platforms.

The new Version 2.4, released today, includes a Desktop Edition and an Enterprise Edition. The new Desktop Edition protects personal computer users running OS/2* Warp, DOS, Windows** and Windows 95, while the new Enterprise Edition provides IBM AntiVirus protection for all platforms supported in the Desktop Edition, plus Novell NetWare** and Windows NT clients and servers.Version 2.4 also detects an increased number of viruses, including the Concept virus and three other macro viruses that infect Word documents.

As more and more users access the Internet and other global networks, the possibility of acquiring a computer virus is greater, increasing the need to have an anti-virus solution. Part of an integrated suite of anti-virus products and services, IBM AntiVirus software now protects personal computer users by detecting and removing more than 6,800 strains of computer viruses, a 15% increase over viruses detected in the previous version.

IBM AntiVirus Editions

The single-user Desktop Edition, designed for home and small businesses, will continue to carry a suggested retail price of $49.00.

The Enterprise Edition is ideal for larger businesses and client/server environments. Businesses have a wide range of options for purchasing the Enterprise Edition, which includes all the software needed to implement a thorough and effective anti-virus solution throughout an enterprise. It also offers complementary products to distribute and update anti-virus software and administer anti-virus policy across the enterprise.

Advanced Anti-Virus Technology

The advanced anti-virus technology is developed and continually updated at IBM's High Integrity Computing Laboratory at the Thomas J. Watson Research Center in Yorktown Heights, N.Y.

IBM AntiVirus scans memory, hard disks, floppy drives and network servers for the thousands of viruses, including polymorphic viruses that change to avoid detection, and viruses previously considered impossible to detect. For defending against previously unknown viruses, IBM AntiVirus has heuristics that attempt to detect viruses by watching for code or behavior that are characteristic of viruses; and uses algorithms to reliably disinfect programs infected with unknown viruses.

On average, there are three to five new viruses discovered every day. At IBM Research, researchers track virus incidents throughout the world and update IBM AntiVirus continuously with new disinfection measures.

IBM, the largest computer company in the world, offers hardware, software, consulting and services to help customers secure their information technology. Whether addressing an individual need or creating a total enterprise solution, IBM SecureWay offerings provide the expertise required to plan, design,implement and operate secure solutions for businesses. Additional information on these offerings can be found through the IBM I/T Security home page at http://www.ibm.com/Security. The fastest, easiest way to get information regarding the IBM AntiVirus solution is to go to the product home page at http://www.brs.ibm.com/ibmav.html or call 1 (800) 742-2493.

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New IBM PC Server Options & Reduced Prices
IBM Maximizes Network-Centric Investments With New PC Server Options and Reduced Server Prices

New IBM PC Server Racks

SOMERS, N.Y., January 23, 1996 . . . IBM today announced new options for its PC Server family that will make it easier for customers to install, manage and add PC Servers to their network-centric environments. These options include new rack enclosures and new storage expansion units. IBM also reduced suggested list prices* up to 20 percent across the PC Server product family in the United States and Canada, effective immediately.

New IBM PC Server Rack Enclosures are designed to provide customers a highly-functional and "space-smart" cabinet for consolidating multiple Servers in one place. The Rack Enclosure provides customers with an easy way to bring together servers that now may be distributed throughout their company.

"The efficient management of space and assets, as well as the capacity to handle current and future solutions, is of growing importance to IT professionals," said Angelica Horaitis, worldwide director of marketing, IBM PC Servers. "These options allow customers to enhance and expand their PC Server-based networks, maximizing their IT investment."

IBM PC Server Racks

The IBM PC Server Rack Enclosures hold up to four Servers and are designed for a monitor, keyboard and mouse to be shared by up to eight Servers. With integrated cables, self-locking sliding shelves and rugged design, the Rack Enclosures can be used with all IBM PC Server Models 300, 320, 500, 520 and 720. They also can be used by the PC Server Models 85 and 95.

The IBM PC Server Rack Enclosures are preconfigured and prewired with all necessary shelves, cables and switches. Customers need order only the base unit and one Mounting Plate per Server they want to install. If customers require SVGA, the Enhanced Video Cable option is recommended.

Storage Expansion Options

The Enterprise Expansion Enclosure and the SCSI Multi-Storage Enclosure both provide options for scalable expansion of SCSI storage by allowing additional hot-swappable disk drives to be added to PC Server systems. By allowing all data to be stored external to PC Servers, these units also can offer a low-cost fault-tolerant storage alternative for customers' business-critical data.

The Enterprise Expansion Enclosure provides space for more than 40GB of storage expansion with 18 hot-swappable drives and two device bays. The SCSI Multi-Storage Enclosure provides seven external expansion bays, five hot-swappable disk drive bays and two half-high SCSI device bays. Both units can be managed remotely by IBM's NetFinity RAID Management Services.

First Quarter Price Reductions

Continuing its competitive pricing strategy for its PC Server family, IBM reduced prices in the United States and Canada ranging from 4 percent to 20 percent. These new prices continue to reflect IBM's aggressive strategy to be priced competitively with other vendors.

For example, the suggested list price for the PC Server 310 is now $2,769, reduced from $3,259. The PC Server 320 now begins at $3,779, reduced from $4,249. The PC Server 520 starts at $7,380, reduced $7,699. The PC Server 720 now starts at $13,159, reduced from $16,049.

Financing for IBM PC Servers can be arranged through IBM Credit Corporation, which offers customers an array of convenient and flexible financing. For more information on IBM financing, contact an IBM Credit Corp. marketing representative.

IBM product information can be accessed via the Internet at http://www.ibm.com. The IBM PC Server home page can be accessed directly at http://www.pc.ibm.com/products/C50347.html/servers/. Compatibility information for IBM PC Servers is now available at http://www.pc.ibm.com/compat.html. For more information on IBM products and services, contact 1-800-IBM-3333.

                  Pricing and Availability

                                             Price*    Available

IBM PC Server 24-

IBM PC Server 85/95 Mounting Plate              59      1/31/96

IBM PC Server Series 300 Mounting Plate         69      1/31/96

IBM PC Serv

IBM SVGA Enhanced Video Cable option            69      1/31/96

IBM Enterprise Expansion Enclosure            2239      1/31/96

IBM SCSI Multi-Storage Enclosure              1269      2/29/96

* Suggested manufacturer's dealer price.  Dealer prices may vary.

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Record Numbers OS/2 Warp at End of 1995
IBM Sold Record Numbers of OS/2 Warp at End of 1995

OS/2 Sales Now Top 12 Million Worldwide

AUSTIN, Texas, January 23, 1996. . .IBM today announced record sales figures for OS/2* Warp, with one million licenses sold in December, escalating the total number of OS/2 Warp licenses to six million and overall OS/2 purchases to more than 12 million.

"We expected OS/2 Warp sales to rise after customers had a chance to try out Windows** 95," said Wally Casey, director of marketing and brand management for IBM Personal Software Products. "December brought us proof of this when our sales reached an all-time high, capping what we believe was a very successful year for the OS/2 Warp family of products."

"After evaluating Windows 95, I'm not surprised that OS/2 sales are up," said Greg Bell, information systems supervisor at the Kentucky Department of Property Taxation. "OS/2 Warp delivers superior multitasking, is relatively easy to use and rarely crashes. I certainly wouldn't bet my business on Windows 95. It is only marginally better than Windows 3.11. In a business environment I'm staying away from Windows 95 and sticking with OS/2."

Success Breeds Success

Success of OS/2-compatible applications rose with sales of the operating system. OS/2 developers like SPG Inc., WitchDesk Inc., PowerQuest and Computer Data Strategies all experienced strong sales in the fourth quarter of 1995. And Stardock System's OS/2-based Galactic Civilizations was voted Best Game of 1995 on the Internet PC Games Charts, a site on the Internet where computer game players vote weekly on their favorite PC games.

"We just completed our largest quarter ever," said Brent Bowlby, president of Woodbury, Minn.-based Computer Data Strategies, Inc., which manufactures BackAgain/2 backup and recovery software. "OS/2 provides an open market for small companies, such as CDS, to begin their path to success. Combining this technically sophisticated operating system with a growing user base and a growing demand for native OS/2 solutions spells success for those developers developing in this market. "

"We began shipping PartitionMagic in March '95, and within six months we were running a profitable business," said Eric J. Ruff, president of PowerQuest, an Orem, Utah-based company which develops a utility that allows OS/2 users to dynamically create, shrink, expand and move partitions on the fly without destroying data. "At the start of the fourth quarter, sales were up 20 percent. In November we introduced Version 2.0 and sales tripled. And in December sales for OS/2 products were again higher than anticipated."

More in Store in 1996

IBM will capitalize on a successful 1995 by connecting computer users to each other and the future with a comprehensive offering of OS/2-based products in 1996. The industry-acclaimed OS/2 Warp Server will simplify distributed computing for businesses and workgroups of all sizes when it ships this quarter. And the next generation of OS/2 Warp, code-named Merlin, will launch users further into the network-centric world of computing with market-leading plans for networking and Internet capabilities, an enhanced user interface and improved OpenDoc support.

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IBM Promotes Just Add OS/2 Warp on Internet
IBM Promotes "Just Add OS/2 Warp" on the Internet

New Ad Campaign Appears on some of the Internet's Hottest Sites

AUSTIN, Texas, January 23, 1996 . . . IBM is now using the Internet to promote Just Add OS/2* Warp, a free package of software utilities that describes the benefits of OS/2 Warp and helps users install OS/2 Warp by itself or alongside Windows** 95. An on-line advertising campaign that allows users to obtain a copy of Just Add OS/2 Warp is appearing on fifteen high traffic Internet sites in eight different languages.

"Just Add OS/2 Warp is an example of the more aggressive marketing stance IBM is taking today," said Wally Casey, director of marketing, IBM Personal Software Products. "We believe this is a cutting-edge ad campaign that will further the success of OS/2 Warp because it takes advantage of the hottest and fastest growing medium today - - the Internet. Most importantly, this campaign will further spread the word that computer users do in fact have a choice of 32-bit operating systems."

Banners appearing on such popular web sites as the ESPN home page and on web search services such as Yahoo will present common Windows 95 problems. Clicking on the banner will present the solution: Just Add OS/2 Warp. The campaign offers three ways to get the utility: it can be downloaded directly from the Internet, an e-mail request may be sent and a copy of the software mailed direct anywhere in the world, or the software can be mailed direct anywhere in the U.S. or Canada by calling 1-800-IBM-3333, extension EE020.

Just Add OS/2 Warp, introduced in late October, makes computer users aware of the choices they have when upgrading to a 32-bit operating system and explains how OS/2 Warp and Windows 95 can coexist. The utility also includes the Upgrade Advisor, which quickly analyzes a computer user's hardware to ensure that it is ready to be upgraded to OS/2 Warp.

"I have Windows 95 installed on one of my machines at home, but after looking at the demo included in Just Add OS/2 Warp, I've decided I am definitely going to get OS/2 Warp to run my law practice from home, at my office and on the road with my laptop," said David Basker, of D. Mitchel Basker, J.D. Law Office in Maryland.

Just Add OS/2 Warp also comes with a set of instructions for users who wish to safely deinstall Windows 95, answers to frequently asked questions about OS/2 Warp and Warp Connect, tips on using OS/2 Warp provided by OS/2 users, and an index to Internet web sites and bulletin board systems that feature OS/2 Warp discussion. A short demo of OS/2 Warp and Warp Connect can also be found in Just Add OS/2 Warp.

Providing solutions for customers ranging from the connected consumer to the enterprise, the OS/2 family of products includes: OS/2 Warp, Warp Connect, LAN Server and the upcoming Warp Server, Directory & Security Services and the set of integrated servers code-named Project Eagle, of which OS/2 is a key platform.

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Dodge Viper RT/10 Designed in Cyberspace
3-D Design Puts Dodge High-Performance Sports Car on the Road

JANUARY 25, 1996 -- The 1996 high-performance Dodge Viper RT/10 -- which started out seven years ago as a concept car designed the old-fashioned way - - is headed to market as the first Viper model to be designed in cyberspace.

"The 1996 Viper RT/10 will open a new chapter in the legendary Viper story," says Martin R. Levine, Dodge Division General Manager.

The new RT/10 comes off the assembly line as the result of a computer- generated turnaround in car design. Rather than using traditional mock-up methods, the RT/10 has been completely designed and engineered using CATIA**, a modeling software which produces 3-D electronic mock-ups.

"CATIA's complete digital mock-up enabled us to place each part in its proper position in space so that piece-by-piece all the parts match," said Jim Salmonowicz, design supervisor for the Viper.

As a result, the 1996 Vipers will be hand-assembled on a 200-yard line, only a fraction of the length of automated assembly lines.

Since the original Viper concept car was built in 1989, the various Viper parts have been transferred into CATIA. Today, all Viper components are designed on computer screens by designers and engineers.

"CATIA enables us to create computer-generated models of individual components and to pinpoint any changes that we needed to make all along the process of design and engineering," reports Salmonowicz. "We have been able to solve any problems by using the CATIA software and have been able to make numerous performance improvements. We also use the 3-D models for stress analysis and to determine how the parts fit into the car."

While the Viper was virtually unchanged from the 1992 through 1995 models, the 1996 model has three new exterior design themes matched by changes in interior design. The side exhaust has been changed to a rear outlet exhaust system for 1996 and the muffler system has been redesigned.

The redesigned exhaust system has increased the Viper's 8.0-liter OHV V-10 engine horsepower and torque ratings. Horsepower is increased to 415 bhp (306 kW) at 5200 rpm, with torque at 488 foot-pounds (661 N.m) at 3600 rpm.

Aluminum suspension components improve Viper's handling and increase road compliance. High-ductility A206 cast aluminum control arms and knuckles replace welded steel control arms and malleable cast iron knuckles. The change in material reduces the car's weight by 80 pounds.

"We believe the original Viper RT/10 roadster, produced from 1992 through 1995, has secured a place in history as a vehicle that defined a new Chrysler way of business by taking on fresh challenges, and once again, defining the genre of what a pure American sports car should be," says Levine.

With the 1996 models, with some 200 new components, the new Vipers are being billed by Chrysler as the "quintessential American sports car -- the ultimate American-made, no-excuses and no-holds- barred excitement machine."

Dodge also plans to begin production in 1996 of a hard-top, fastback version of the RT/10, the Viper GTS Coupe, a high-performance version of the classic roadster design.

"We also are pushing to use CATIA for all design aspects of Chrysler cars and trucks," Salmonowicz adds.

CATIA, which sets the standard for technology in its produce category, is the world's leading CAD/CAM solution. Developed by Dassault Systemes and marketed and supported worldwide by IBM, CATIA is used in industries ranging from aerospace to fabrication and assembly, from automotive to consumer goods. CATIA supports customers of all sizes, from multi- national companies to small manufacturers with one or two design seats.

For information on CATIA, customers can contact their local IBM sales representative or call 1-800-395-3339.

** CATIA is a trademark of Dassault Systemes

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IBM Flat-panel Operator Workstation
IBM Introduces Flat-panel Operator Workstation Suitable for Industrial and Mobile Applications

CHARLOTTE, N.C., January 23, 1996 . . . IBM today introduced the IBM 7592 Machine Interface*, a compact, lightweight, easy-to-embed flat-panel operator workstation for adding a man-machine interface (MMI) to automated equipment, point-of-sale terminals or stand-alone kiosks.

The IBM 7592 combines a VGA 10.4 inch flat panel TFT color display, touch-screen interface and a high-performance 486DX2 50 MHz microprocessor in a single ruggedized enclosure. It has an IP64 rated (water and dust resistant) front panel and is designed to thrive in harsh physical environments to meet the demands of most industrial and mobile applications.

The systems PC architecture is compatible with IBM notebook systems, supporting a wide variety of I/O features and software products. It is available with either an IDE 540MB or 810MB hard disk drive and supports two industry-standard PCMCIA cards, making it simple to add features such as network adapters, host emulators or solid- state disks.

An excellent example of an application for the IBM 7592 is in conjunction with automated equipment, providing an easy and cost-effective way to use computers as part of a machine control system. The color display and touch screen can enhance the typical hardwired control panel and, using the intelligence of the computer control, provide additional benefits that reduce production costs.

For additional information on the IBM 7592, customers can call 1- 800-IBM-3333 ext. IC906 (In Canada, 1-800-IBM-4YOU).

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ICL Acquires ProScan II Product from Xerox
ICL reinforces Software Portfolio for Utilities with acquisition of Mapping Product from USA

23 January 1996 -- Computer-based mapping systems which capture and manage information on electricity, gas and water supply networks will provide the cornerstone of utility companies' information technology operations in the years ahead.

With this in mind, ICL Enterprises - the focus of ICL's systems integration business - has strengthened its portfolio of software applications in this area with the purchase of the ProScan II product from Xerox Corporation.

ProScan II is an automated mapping system which integrates large pools of information to streamline the management of assets and geographic information on supply networks. It is designed to handle mixed raster, vector and database requirements.

ICL has worked with the Xerox Engineering Systems Division for many years as a distributor of ProScanII which is now marketed in the USA as ICL IMS. Responsibility for the development, support and maintenance of the product has now been taken over by ICL Enterprises.

Over 20 major utilities use the mapping product in the USA and UK. Among them is ScottishPower, which regards ProScan II as a fundamental part of the information systems it needs to meet the competitive challenges facing UK utility companies

Says Dave Clarke, GIS project manager in ScottishPower, "We see ICL as a trusted partner in developing information systems for competitive advantage into the next century and ProScan II will be a key part of the plan".

Another user, Dudley Sendano of South West Gas Corporation Nevada, says, "With more than one million customers spread over a land mass greater than the UK, we need a cost-effective AM/FM/GIS system that allows us to take advantage of the tremendous growth opportunities in our service area. ProScan has proved to be that cost-effective system. We see the future of the product being taken into a whole new dimension now that a specialist integration company such as ICL is planning the development path".


Intergraph Expands Lead in 3D Plant Design
Intergraph Expands Lead as Top 3D Plant Design Vender, According to Daratech Analyst

HUNTSVILLE, ALA., JAN. 26, 1996 -- Intergraph Software Solutions has expanded its software leadership to own nearly half the 3D plant design market according to a report by industry analyst Daratech Inc.

Intergraph has increased its share of the 1995 3D plant design software market to 47.4 percent, said the Daratech report released at its 1996 Plant Design/Plant Management Automation Strategy Workshop in Boston. This report shows a 25 percent jump in market share for Intergraph compared to 1994's figure of 37.9 percent.

"Intergraph's leadership in adopting Microsoft Windows NT as its standard platform for plant design/plant management applications is paying off handsomely as Intergraph's strength in the marketplace and market share increases," said Charles M. Foundyller, president of Daratech. "More and more major engineering and construction firms and owner/operators are moving to adopt Windows NT as their in-house standard. As this trend continues, Daratech expects Intergraph's market position to strengthen even further."

INDUSTRY TRENDS ALSO CONTRIBUTE TO SUCCESS

"I am extremely pleased with the success of Intergraph's plant design solutions in 1995," said Rob Glasier, executive director of Intergraph's Process and Building Solutions. "That success is a strong endorsement of our products as the most widely accepted and proven software for meeting the increasingly demanding requirements of the industry. In addition to the growth we have experienced due to our recent migration to Windows NT, industry factors, such as the increased use of fixed-price contracts; requirements for improved quality, constructability and maintainability; and the use of the 3D product model in operations and maintenance have contributed to our success.

"We believe this growth confirms the need for full-function plant design systems in this market segment that can run on popular Windows-based hardware. We made a leading-edge decision three years ago to move our Plant Design System (PDS) to Windows NT. This report reinforces that decision and gives us confidence for agressively using the Windows platform for our future developments."

Intergraph's market share is now 2.5 times more than that of its closest competitor, CADCentre, which posted only marginal growth in 1995. Third on the list was REBIS, which reported a decrease. Total software revenue for the plant design industry was $66 million in 1995, an increase of 6.6 percent over 1994.

ABOUT INTERGRAPH'S PLANT DESIGN SOLUTION

Intergraph's plant design solution includes Plant Design System (PDS), a modular suite of applications for front-end engineering (process flow diagrams, piping & instrumentation diagrams and instrumentation data management) and detailed engineering (3D piping design, equipment modeling, raceway, HVAC and interference checking). Intergraph also provides the plant design industry with complete product offerings for enterprise-wide information management solutions, visualization and walk-through systems, close-range photogrammetry products, software for the entry-level marketplace, and other products to address the complete life cycle needs of the industry.

For more than 15 years, PDS has been used by leading engineering and construction firms and owner/operators. More than $100 billion worth of projects have been designed using PDS in oil and gas, petrochemical, offshore, chemical, pharmaceutical, power and cogeneration, and other industries. PDS is the only truly integrated solution on Microsoft Windows NT that addresses the entire plant life cycle - from design and construction to operations and maintenance.

INTERGRAPH BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Intergraph Corporation (Huntsville, Ala.) is the world's largest company dedicated to supplying interactive computer graphics systems. Products range from point solutions, meeting individual and departmental needs, to integrated, enterprisewide systems. The company's common stock trades on The Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol: INGR.

Noted for delivering interoperable systems and applications, Intergraph bases its products on Windows, Windows 95, Windows NT and UNIX operating systems.

As one of the company's four business units, Intergraph Software Solutions (ISS) develops and markets integrated software for the Technical Desktop - the combination of compatible technical applications and personal productivity tools in a single desktop computer. Technical applications include computer-aided design, engineering, analysis, manufacturing, publishing and earth sciences. ISS also provides core system software, high-end applications and training, consulting and implementation services.


NetDoubler Network Performance Booster
ASANTE OFFERS NETWORK PERFORMANCE BOOST FOR MACINTOSH OPEN TRANSPORT SYSTEMS

NEW SOFTWARE ACCELERATES DATA THROUGHPUT OF FAST ETHERNET NETWORKS

SAN JOSE, CALIF., JANUARY 22, 1996 - Asante Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: ASNT), a leading provider of Ethernet and Fast Ethernet networking products, today announced NetDoubler software, a network performance booster enabling Apple Power Macintosh users to take advantage of technologies such as Fast Ethernet. NetDoubler will be bundled with the company's AsanteFAST 10/100 Adapter for PCI-based Macintosh computers. Designed for Power Mac systems using Open Transport, NetDoubler allows increased file transfer speeds up to six times the current speed. The software is optimized for switched and Fast Ethernet networks, which until now could not be fully utilized in Apple environments. "Fast Ethernet is a triple digit growth market place," said Trudy Barker, principal analyst at Dataquest. "It's very smart for Asante to allow users of Macintosh systems, who typically demand consistent, high-performance network throughput, to realize the benefits of technologies such as Fast Ethernet."

NetDoubler runs on any PCI-based Power Mac running System 7.5.2 or higher (e.g. 7200, 7500, 8500, or 9500) with Open Transport 1.0.8 or higher and is designed to work between two Apple clients or between a client and an AppleShare server. The software must be installed on both the source and destination systems, and requires 1MB of RAM on any client and 3MB of RAM on a server.

NetDoubler uses Open Transport and therefore is network protocol- independent. NetDoubler supports any AppleShare server or Macintosh client running Personal File Sharing (PFS) and utilizes either TCP/IP or Apple Data Stream Protocol (ADSP) for file transfers.

Currently available for PCI-based systems, NetDoubler will also support Asante's NuBus-based 10/100 adapter cards with the expected release of Open Transport 1.1 by Apple Computer later this quarter. For users who have already invested in 10/100 technology, NetDoubler also supports any PCI-based network adapter card. "NetDoubler is designed to improve the performance of Open Transport Macintosh systems by providing up to a six-fold increase in network file transfer speeds," said Jay Cowan, product manager, Macintosh products at Asante Technologies. "NetDoubler bundled with our PCI 10/100 adapter allows users to take full advantage of Fast Ethernet's potential bandwidth. Our own preliminary tests have shown that a 20MB file that normally takes almost one minute to transfer in a Fast Ethernet network, can take less than 10 seconds when using NetDoubler."

ABOUT ASANTEFAST

Released in June 1995, the AsanteFAST 10/100 Adapter is a high-speed adapter card that connects PCI-based Macintosh and PC computers to both 10BASE-T Ethernet and 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet networks. The AsanteFAST card is the latest in Asantes extensive Fast Ethernet product line, which includes a manageable 100BASE-TX stackable hub, a 100BASE-TX/FX hub, an unmanaged Fast Ethernet hub, a 10/100 bridge and a Fast Ethernet network management module.

PRICING AND AVAILABILITY

NetDoubler will be available in February 1996 for $99 per client/server. The AsanteFAST 10/100 Adapter for PCI is priced at $239 list with NetDoubler software included free of charge.

ABOUT ASANTE

Founded in 1988, Asante Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: ASNT) designs, manufactures and markets a full line of high-performance products for Ethernet networks, including adapter cards, intelligent and non- intelligent hubs, bridge products and network management software. Asante products are available through a worldwide network of VARs, system integrators and distributors. For additional information, contact Asante Technologies at 800-662-9686 or browse the company's World Wide Web home page at http://www.asante.com.


Delrina FormFlow Supports Lotus Notes Rel 4
Delrina Announces Support for Lotus Notes Release 4 and Notes/FX in FormFlow Electronic Forms Solution

ORLANDO, FLA. -- JANUARY 22, 1996 -- Symantec Delrina Group, the leader in electronic forms, today announced Delrina FormFlow's support for Lotus Notes Release 4 and Notes Field Exchange (Notes/FX), available in the second quarter of 1996. FormFlow will provide advanced electronic forms creation and routing capabilities for Lotus Notes, and will continue its existing support for Notes databases. FormFlow will also take advantage of the workflow, security and messaging enhancements in Notes Release 4.

FormFlow 1.1 currently supports Lotus Notes databases directly, which allows users to combine data from Notes, SQL databases, and a local database directly onto FormFlow forms. With extended support to Lotus Notes Release 4 and Notes/FX, users will be able to take advantage of both document- and field-level security when using FormFlow electronic forms in the Notes environment. In addition, FormFlow's native support continues to provide sophisticated database access capabilities and the ability to capture and archive data to existing Notes databases within a networked corporate environment.

"FormFlow supports more databases, messaging systems, and client operating environments than any other electronic forms product. By supporting Notes Release 4 and Notes/FX, the Delrina Group is extending that powerful database and messaging support, consistent with their open, non-proprietary approach to electronic forms technology," said Bob Flanagan, director of enterprise applications strategies at the Yankee Group. "By adding value to Lotus Notes through extensive database connectivity and high-end forms design and processing capabilities, Delrina provides users of Notes with easy access to enterprise forms no matter which database or operating system the recipient is using."

"Electronic forms, as a means of data collection, play an important role in the automation of enterprise-wide business processes," said Steve Sayre, vice president, communications products marketing, Lotus Development Corp. "The features and approach of Delrina FormFlow provide a complete e-forms solution to users of Lotus Notes, building upon the forms capabilities in Notes. Together, FormFlow and Notes provide a valuable solution for horizontal applications such as procurement automation, expense reporting, and human resources applications."

ABOUT DELRINA FORMFLOW

Delrina FormFlow electronic forms software allows organizations to leverage their existing technology investments to automate business processes. Organizations use FormFlow to create intelligent forms electronic representations of paper forms with built-in intelligence such as calculations, links to databases, and customized toolbars and menus. In addition, organizations can create form applications with conditional routing and deploy them enterprise-wide using their e-mail systems. These form applications present and move information using the existing networks, databases, and e-mail infrastructure. Examples of such automated business processes include travel requests, expense reporting, procurement and human resources applications. FormFlow is currently available for Windows, DOS, UNIX (SunOS, Solaris, SGI), and Macintosh, with IBM AIX, HP/UX, Windows NT, and Windows 95 versions to follow.

ABOUT THE DELRINA GROUP

Delrina designs, develops, markets and supports innovative PC software products and services in the fax, data and voice communications, electronic forms and consumer software markets. Delrina is recognized as the world leader in PC fax and electronic forms software. Delrina can be contacted for more information at 1-800-268-6082 or through Delrina's Internet Web site at http://www.delrina.com.

Symantec Corp. (Nasdaq:SYMC), develops, markets and supports a complete line of application and system software products designed to enhance individual and workgroup productivity as well as manage networked computing environments. The company is headquartered in Cupertino, Calif., and sells its software worldwide.

PRODUCT AND ORDERING INFORMATION:

Symantec Corporation

10201 Torre Avenue

Cupertino, CA 95014 USA

Tel: 1-800-441-7234 or (541) 334-6054


Directory USA - 80 Million Phone Listings
DIRECTORY USA

Directory USA puts 80 million phone listings at your fingertips! With a database of 80 million names, phone numbers and addresses, new Directory USA on CD-ROM makes it easy to get back in touch -- and stay in touch -- with the people you've lost track of!

At just $19 (plus $5 shipping/handling), Directory USA from Parsons Technology is an easy-to-use, comprehensive tool for accessing those 80 million names, phone numbers and addresses! Encompassing residential phone listings and addresses from Portland, Oregon to Portland, Maine and all points in between, Directory USA makes what you once thought impossible . . . entirely possible!  Because of Directory USA's space-saving CD-ROM format, its information is available in a convenient program that you access instantly on your own PC!

Directory USA also provides a variety of powerful search tools for accessing names from its enormous information database. Enter a full first and last name, or a last name and the first few letters of a first name, and Directory USA does the rest for you! Search by city, state and zip code! The days of fumbling through phone books and endlessly calling directory assistance are over! With a few, quick keystrokes, Directory USA does in seconds what it'd take you days and weeks to do!

Directory USA on CD-ROM:

 Scans and searches among millions of names, phone numbers and

 addresses in just seconds!

 Allows you to enter data and performs a wide variety of helpful,

 quick searches to narrow its data.

 Searches its database, even when your search is limited to a last

 name and first initial.

 Cuts down to size your time-consuming research projects, such as

 contacting distant relatives, finding childhood friends or tracking

 down former classmates!

 Is an invaluable resource for your business ventures, helping you

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If you've ever wondered if it was possible to find the people you've lost track of over the years, purchasing Directory USA on CD-ROM for just $19 (plus $5 shipping/handling) is a priceless investment! Give yourself access to the information you've always wanted, and make short work of all your complicated communications projects by ordering today!

In addition, like all Parsons products, Directory USA on CD-ROM is backed by our ironclad return policy. If you are not completely satisfied, simply return your software within 30 days of receipt for a full refund (excluding shipping), guaranteed! No questions asked!

DIRECTORY USA : $19.00

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Spyglass Acquires Stonehand Inc
Spyglass Announces First Acquisition; Stonehand Strengthens Spyglass SGML, HTML, Unicode Technology Offerings

Spyglass and Stonehand Combination Will Facilitate Mission Critical Information on the World-Wide Web; Expands Opportunities in Financial, Government and Healthcare Markets

Naperville, Ill. -- Wednesday, January 24, 1996 -- Spyglass Inc. (NASDAQ: SPYG) announced today the execution of a definitive agreement for the acquisition of Stonehand Inc., a privately-held company based in Cambridge, Mass. that develops and licenses high performance, embeddable text formatting tools for application and system software developers. Spyglass will pay $9.5 million in a stock pooling transaction in which Stonehand employees and operations will become the core of Spyglass' East Coast research & development organization.

Spyglass reported net revenues of $3.85 million for the quarter ended December 31, 1995, a 91% increase over net revenues of $2.02 million for the same period last year. Of the $2.02 million, $512,000 was revenue from the Spyglass data visualization products, which the company sold at the end of fiscal 1995. According to President and CEO Douglas Colbeth, when the quarters are compared in terms of Internet technology revenues the increased revenue growth was 155%.

Douglas Colbeth, Spyglass president and CEO, cited a number of reasons the acquisition fits in with the company's business strategy and long-term goals:

OPENS NEW MARKETS FOR SPYGLASS AND STONEHAND TECHNOLOGY -- One of the critical issues facing the Web today, particularly in the financial, health care and government sectors, is document integrity (ensuring that companies are delivering and receiving mission critical information, intact, without alteration, on the Web). The combination of Spyglass and Stonehand technology will facilitate the publishing of complex documents.

SYNERGY BETWEEN THE TWO PROFITABLE BUSINESSES -- A synergy between the businesses will ensure success -- each is active in and support open standards efforts; both have proven SGML/HTML, internationalization expertise; both have long histories of profitability and a commitment to a partner-based business model.

STRENGTHENS SPYGLASS CORE TECHNOLOGY -- Stonehand's HTML Viewer and Composition Toolbox will enrich Spyglass core component technology, particularly in text and presentation viewing features.

EXPANDS AND STRENGTHENS SPYGLASS R&D -- Stonehand's operations will become a research and development facility for Spyglass concentrating on text formatting including further developing SGML, HTML and Unicode (internationalization features) tools for Spyglass products.

"This is a significant move for Spyglass because it is our first acquisition and sets the tone for future acquisitions," Colbeth said. "The companies have a lot in common, particularly a deep commitment to supporting open standards for the Web. There is a real synergy between us and we think that synergy will pay big dividends as we work together to build better technology to meet the needs of new customers interested in Web enabling their applications. We are pleased Stonehand agreed to become part of Spyglass."

"Spyglass and Stonehand have mutual goals," said Will Manis, president of Stonehand. "That was important to us when making the decision. We believe in keeping the Web open. Spyglass' open technology and open business model embodies that philosophy more than any other company involved in the Internet. The choice was pretty simple."

Combines the Strengths of Leading Web Technology Suppliers

According to Colbeth, the acquisition plays to the strengths of both companies and allows Spyglass to further strengthen its position as a leader in embedded Web component technology.

STONEHAND EMPLOYEES FORM THE CORE OF NEW EAST COAST R&D FACILITY -- Forming the core of Spyglass' new R&D facility will be the 10 employees of Stonehand who will report to Tim Krauskopf, Spyglass vice president of Research and Development. They will concentrate on the development of text processing technology that will be incorporated in Spyglass' core offerings.

ADDS TEXT FORMATTING, OPEN STANDARDS EXPERTISE -- Stonehand employees are leaders in core technologies including developing text formatting and internationalization technologies, such as SGML, HTML, DSSSL and Unicode. Stonehand personnel are very active in the open standards community and Glenn Adams is a technical director of the Unicode Consortium, the creators of Unicode which is the world- wide character encoding standard.

ADDS NEW PRODUCT LINE TO SPYGLASS; INCORPORATES NEW TECHNOLOGY INTO SPYGLASS MOSAIC -- Spyglass will continue to sell on a standalone basis the Stonehand Composition Toolbox, a platform-independent text formatting library for desktop publishing or graphic arts applications. The toolbox permits developers to add professional quality, multilingual, WYSIWYG desktop features to their application, cutting precious in-house development time. Stonehand HTML Viewer, an embeddable component technology designed to be integrated into new or existing browser or viewing applications, will be incorporated in Spyglass Mosaic core technology.

STONEHAND CUSTOMERS TO BECOME SPYGLASS PARTNERS -- The Stonehand acquisition will add many new significant customers to Spyglass' base of 56 OEMs. Among Stonehand's customers are Adobe Systems Inc., Broderbund Software Inc., Compuserve Inc., Fujitsu Ltd. and Sumitomo Metal Industries Ltd.

Spyglass Inc.

Spyglass Inc. (NASDAQ: SPYG) licenses World-Wide Web client and server technologies. Spyglass technology is currently licensed by 56 customers, including AT&T, Digital Equipment Corp., IBM, Microsoft and Oracle. Spyglass technology has been licensed for use in over 145 Internet-based products and services. Spyglass' headquarters are located at 1230 E. Diehl Road, Naperville, Ill. 60563, with research and development facilities in Champaign, Ill., and Cambridge, Mass. and regional sales offices in Cambridge, Mass., Morristown N.J. and San Ramon, Calif. (Headquarters: telephone -- 708.505.1010, ext. 504; fax: 708.505.4944; press email inquiries: rpitzer@spyglass.com; Web server, Internet: www.spyglass.com; Stonehand's Web address is www.stonehand.com.)


Parsons Technology Virucide Plus 4.0
VIRUCIDE PLUS 4.0

ViruCide Plus 4.0 protects your PC, and gives you peace of mind! Did you know that some experts estimate that as many as 40 new computer viruses are reported each week? With computer users constantly exchanging programs and downloading from the Internet and bulletin boards, the environment is ripe for these viruses to spread.

Put your mind at ease with Parsons' ViruCide Plus 4.0--you and your PC will be ready for each!

Available for just $29* (plus $5 shipping&handling), ViruCide Plus 4.0 protects your computer from more than 6,000 known viruses--including polymorphic and stealth viruses. You'll also be alerted instantly if and when anything suspicious invades your PC system.

ViruCide Plus 4.0:

 Scans your hard drive and diskettes for viruses.

 Resides in memory to give you constant protection.

 Provides data about most of the known viruses.

 Can be tailored to your system and to your personal preferences.

 Can offer protection for networks.

 Is available for Windows 3.1 DOS and Windows 95.

The investment you've made in your computer system is a substantial one. At just $29* (plus $5 s&h), ViruCide Plus 4.0 is both a cost- effective and proven method of protecting both!

In addition, there's absolutely no risk in purchasing ViruCide Plus 4.0. Like all Parsons products, it's backed by our ironclad, money- back guarantee: If you are not completely satisfied ViruCide Plus 4.0 for whatever reason, simply return it within 30 days of receipt for a full refund (excluding shipping), guaranteed!

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Parsons Technology Personal Chef 2.0
PERSONAL CHEF 2.0

Make delicious, healthy dining a way of life with Parsons' Personal Chef 2.0 for Windows!

Whip up fantastic meals in an instant! Eliminate the clutter of recipe cards! Take the guesswork and uncertainty out of cooking! Spend less time planning meals and shopping for groceries!

And do it all with Parsons' ALL-NEW Personal Chef 2.0 for Windows!

Available for just $19* (plus $5 shipping&handling), Personal Chef 2.0 is your ultimate cookbook! It features a customized database of more than 900 recipes and 1,500 ingredients  it even allows you to enter your own! Among those 900 recipes are everything from appetizers, drinks and main courses  even vegetarian dishes. Personal Chef 2.0 revolutionizes the way you plan and prepare meals by building a convenient, customized database of recipes you can use and enjoy for years!

Personal Chef 2.0:

 Creates a personal nutritional profile, so you can judge how each

 recipe affects your Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA).

 Searches for recipes based on the ingredients you have on hand

 -- turn odds and ends into fantastic meals!

 Sorts ingredients in any order you wish . . . by recipe or calories.

 Helps you create shopping lists that are clear and concise.

 Prints with flexibility on 3x5 or 4x6 index card formats.

 Permits grouping of recipes by type, style or meal course.

 Converts measurements, such as tablespoons to cups and customary

 (U.S) to metric, quickly and easily, saving you time and hassle.

 Protects your recipes with a new back-up function.

 Saves you time planning and preparing your meals . . . find any

 recipe or category instantly!

 Prints fresh copies of recipes for easy preparation.

 Re-sizes recipes instantly so you can prepare any number of servings.

For just $19 (plus $5 s&h), you can permanently take the hassle out of planning meals with Personal Chef 2.0. And, like all Parsons products, Personal Chef 2.0 is backed by our ironclad, money-back guarantee: If you are not completely satisfied with it for whatever reason, simply return it within 30 days of receipt for a full refund (excluding shipping), guaranteed!

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PERSONAL CHEF 2.0 : $19.00

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319-395-9626,  800-223-6925

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Sybase & Persistence Swr Technology Alliance
Sybase Announces Technology Alliance With Persistence Software

Sybase Teams With Persistence To Provide Technology To Support Object- Oriented Application Requirements

EMERYVILLE, CA, JANUARY 23, 1996 -- Sybase, Inc., The Enterprise Client/Server Company, today announced a relationship with Persistence Software, Inc., to develop software that integrates object applications with relational databases. Persistence has developed technology that maps C++ applications to relational databases and supports the application coding requirements for object-oriented classes to access SQL Server automatically. Sybase intends to leverage Persistence's C++ interface technology to deliver middleware solutions currently anticipated to become available starting in the first quarter of 1996.

The increased acceptance of object technology for building desktop applications requires new strategies and tools. Using Persistence's technology, Sybase plans to develop the solutions that MIS organizations require to make corporate data accessible and quickly bring these new applications on line.

"We realize that there is an increasing need among MIS groups for products that can support object-oriented application development and respond to rapid changes in business," said Katrina Garnett, vice president of Distributed Objects and Connectivity, for Sybase, Inc. "Clearly, Persistence is a leader in this market and can provide a competitive edge for groups building critical business applications. We are very pleased to be building on the Persistence technology to service our customers."

"We are very excited that Sybase has selected Persistence's object-to-relational software as a business solution," said Chris Keene, president of Persistence, Inc. "We look forward to working with Sybase to ensure that their customers will be able to take full advantage of object applications while leveraging their data assets."

Persistence Software, Inc.

Persistence Software, Inc., founded in 1991 and based in San Mateo, California, is a technology leader for object-to-relational interoperability. The company addresses the growing need of corporations building large- scale object systems that must access existing business data stored in relational databases. Persistence's mission is to become the de facto standard for object-to-relational interoperability through partnering with system, database and tools vendors. Persistence customers include: AT&T, American Airlines, Federal Express, Shell Oil and others in technology-leading industries such as finance, telecommunications and transportation. SunSoft has also endorsed Persistence, selecting the company to provide seamless integration between relational databases and Solaris NEO.

Sybase, Inc.

Sybase, Inc. is a worldwide leader in client/server software. Sybase and its Powersoft division are focused on four major market segments: on-line transaction processing, data warehousing, mass deployment and electronic commerce. Sybase's software products -- database, middleware and tools -- provide customers with desktop to enterprise solutions. The company's mission is to provide its customers with an open, adaptable information systems architecture that enables them to develop and deliver complete information systems solutions to facilitate rapid business change. Headquartered in Emeryville, CA, Sybase is the sixth largest independent software company in theworld. The company's Internet addresses are www.sybase.com and www.powersoft.com.

NOTE: The statements in this press release regarding Sybase's future product plans and scheduled availability of products are forward-looking statements. There can be no assurance that actual results will not differ materially from those projected in such statements due to a variety of factors including changes in product requirements, customer needs and product strategy; introduction of products and technologies by competitors; and the complexities of designing and developing technologically advanced products.


Internet Connections Pose New Threats
Internet Connections Pose New Threats for Business Computer Networks; Trend Micro Devices Offers Solution

Cupertino, CA, Jan. 25, 1996 Trend Micro Devices today made public information about a computer networking security threat they claim has immediate potential to cause severe data loss in Local Area Network (LAN) environments where computers have Internet access. The information report, "Viruses and the Internet" is available free of charge via the World-Wide Web at http://www.trendmicro.com, and it teaches readers about this new threat while introducing Trend's InterScan VirusWall software, a first-of-its-kind software product that seals off this "back door" in LAN/Internet security.

A 1995 study of Fortune 1,000 MIS personnel by McGuire Research Services revealed viruses are the greatest threat to information security in a company, causing more worry than human error, hackers or even disgruntled employees. In fact, any company with workstations connected to the Internet through a LAN is at risk. Even the most highly-effective anti-virus software for catching viruses in network traffic simply cannot detect viruses in Internet traffic, which moves through a different route, bypassing LAN- based anti-virus software.

THE RISK: The Internet is the world's largest unprotected LAN, a breeding ground for viruses and other malicious code. The "Gateway" is the open door on a LAN that moves data from the Internet to workstations inside the company. Gateways are simply data movers; they do not monitor or restrict the traffic in any way. Thus, viruses can easily travel undetected through the gateway as e-mail attachments, World- Wide Web downloads or FTP transfers (a method of downloading files from other computers).

THE PROTECTION: Trend Micro Devices' "InterScan VirusWall" works at the gateway, monitoring the data moving through it. When it recognizes a sequence of bytes unique to a virus, it grabs the file and puts it in an isolated location where system administrators can examine the data and destroy it if necessary.

THE RESULT: With the gateway under constant monitoring, traffic is protected from all known viruses. Companies eliminate a major threat to the security of their network while banishing destructive programs from their LANs. Employees experience less down-time, less data loss and higher confidence in their computers.

"Viruses and the Internet" describes this threat and solution in much greater detail for system administrators and other people responsible for network security.

Companies concerned about this new security threat are advised to have their system administrators download a copy of this free report.

PRESS CONTACT:

Candace Turtle

Tel: (408)257-1500 x307

Fax: (408)257-2003

Email: Candace_Turtle@trendmicro.com


QUICKEN FINANCIAL SUITE

Combining three best-sellers on one CD-ROM, the Quicken Financial Suite organizes, plans and protects your finances!

The Quicken Financial Suite is a powerhouse software program that makes it easy to protect your finances, personal assets and family!

Developed by the makers of Quicken -- the world's most popular financial software  the Quicken Financial Suite combines New Quicken Deluxe, Quicken Financial Planner and Quicken Family Lawyer on a single CD- ROM platform for your convenience!

Best of all, the Quicken Financial Suite is yours for just $79.95 (plus $5 shipping&handling) . . . more than $70 off what you'd pay to purchase these programs separately!

NEW QUICKEN DELUXE: Organize your finances effortlessly!

New Quicken Deluxe organizes all the aspects of your personal finances quickly and easily! It tracks your checking & savings accounts, credit cards, investments, loans and more . . . right on your PC! With New Quicken Deluxe, you'll always know how much money you have and where it's going!

NEW QUICKEN DELUXE:

* Uses familiar checkbook layout;

* Allows you to enter bills and reconcile statements instantly;

* Tracks all accounts and investments and creates reports, graphs,

  budgets and forecasts your cash flow;.

* Tracks home inventories for insurance purposes;

* Finds mutual funds that fit your investment criteria

* Gives Online investments news, analysis, reports and prices . .

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QUICKEN FINANCIAL PLANNER: Three easy steps to retirement peace of mind*!

Quicken Financial Planner creates a bridge between your dreams for retirement and the forethought and planning necessary to make them a reality!

Quicken Financial Planner helps you map your retirement strategies with a simple, three-step blueprint. Simply:

 1.  Tell Quicken Financial Planner about your finances;

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 3.  Follow the blueprint Quicken Financial Planner creates for

     you . . . how much to save, invest, how to monitor your

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In addition, Quicken Financial Planner imports data directly from Quicken and provides a "What If" calculator for changing multiple aspects of your plan. Also, Quicken Financial Planner prepares insightful reports and graphs to closely monitor your financial situation and even offers practical advice from best-selling author and Newsweek financial columnist Jane Bryant Quinn.

QUICKEN FAMILY LAWYER: Protect your family, assets and hold your legal ground!

The top-selling legal software in America, Quicken Family Lawyer puts 61 legally-binding, state-specific documents and worksheets at your fingertips! Quicken Family Lawyer documents are valid in 49 states and the District of Columbia (some may not be valid in Louisiana). And Quicken Family Lawyer makes it easy for you to create your own customized documents, giving you the option of entering information via either the "Interview" or "fill-in-the-blank" methods.

Created by a team of expert attorneys, Quicken Family Lawyer gives you these important documents . . . and more!

 WILLS, TRUSTS & ESTATES

   Simple Will/Estate Planning/Living Trusts.

 HEALTH & MEDICAL

   Living Will/Organ Donation Form/Authorization for Transfer

   of Medical Information

 POWER OF ATTORNEY:

   General And Specific Powers of Attorney/Child Care

   Authorization/Revocation of Power of Attorney

 HOMEOWNERS:

   Home Buying And Selling Worksheets/Homeowner Association Proxy

 SALES & LEASES:

   Bill Of Sale/Bill Of Sale For Motor Vehicles/Rental Applications

 BUSINESS DOCUMENTS:

   General Receipts/Contract-Service-Employee Agreements /

   Credit-Complaint-Collection Letters/Non-Compete Agreement /

   License Agreement;

 MISCELLANEOUS DOCUMENTS:

  Prenuptial Agreement/Advance Health Care Directive/Living Will

  And Revocation/Refusal To Donate Organ Forms . . . and more!

At $79.95 (plus $5 shipping/handling), the Quicken Financial Suite is an investment that's high in value and low in risk. In addition, Quicken Financial Suite is backed by an ironclad, money-back guarantee: If you are not completely satisfied with it for whatever reason, simply return it within 60 days of receipt for a full refund (excluding shipping) . . . no questions asked . . . guaranteed!

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QUICKEN FINANCIAL SUITE : $79.95

* Only US orders accepted.

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Quantum DLTstor Tape Library Product
QUANTUM UNVEILS FIRST TAPE LIBRARY PRODUCT

QUANTUM DLTSTOR OFFERS UP TO 490 GIGABYTES OF STORAGE

MILPITAS, Calif., Jan. 22, 1996 -- Marking its entry into the tape library market, Quantum Corporation (NMS: QNTM) today announced the Quantum DLTstor tape library. With an industry leading capacity range of 210GB to 490GB (native), the Quantum DLTstor also features transfer rates ranging from 3.75MB per second to 15MB/second (native when the library is configured with three drives).

The Quantum DLTstor is designed for use with Quantums family of DLT tape drives -- the Quantum DLT 7000, DLT 4000 and DLT 2000XT tape drives. Featuring an unprecedented 1,000,000 mean cycles between failures (MCBF), the Quantum DLTstor tape library offers an industry leading swap time of 11 seconds. Customers will also benefit from one of the smallest footprints in the industry. The rack mount version of the product is seven inches high allowing for several products to be stacked together. The Quantum DLTstor can also be installed in a tower configuration.

"The Quantum DLTstor tape library offers our customers 33% greater reliability than our nearest competitor," said Gina Bornino, vice president and general manager of the Specialty Storage Products Group for Quantum. "The increase in capacity, performance and reliability of this product is a significant step forward for the industry and our customers."

According to market research firm Dataquest, the tape library market is showing strong growth which is expected to accelerate in the next few years. "The Quantum DLTstor is ideally suited for the low end of the tape library market, which is forecasted to account for much of the unit volume growth in the near future," said Fara Yale, principal analyst, Dataquest.

The Quantum DLTstor product family is equipped with two seven- cartridge magazines and up to three drives. The product family ranges from the single drive unit to multidrive units across the entire DLT tape drive family including the DLT 2000XT, the DLT 4000 and the DLT 7000 drives.

PRODUCT                           CAPACITY*     MAXIMUM TRANSFER RATE*

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 Quantum DLT 7000 tape drive        490GB        15.0MB/second

 Quantum DLT 4000 tape drive        280GB         4.5MB/second

 Quantum DLT 2000XT tape drive      210GB         3.75MB/second

* Native capacities and transfer rates. (Maximum transfer rates assume three drives.)

PRICING AND AVAILABILITY

Quantum's DLTstor single drive autoloaders are available immediately. Multidrive library units will be available in the second quarter of 1996. Pricing for Quantum DLTstor products start at $12,000.

ABOUT QUANTUM

Founded in 1980, Quantum Corporation designs, manufactures and markets storage products for today's digitized world. The highest volume global supplier of hard disk drives, Quantum is widely recognized as the industry's quality leader. The company sells a broad range of storage products to OEM and distribution customers worldwide. Quantums sales for the fiscal year ending March 1995 were $3.4 billion. The company's world wide web home page address is http://www.quantum.com.

Quantum Corporation

500 McCarthy Blvd

Milpitas, CA 95035

408-894-4000


Quantum DLT 7000 Tape Drive
UNRIVALED PRODUCT ROUNDS OUT QUANTUM'S DLT TAPE DRIVE FAMILY

QUANTUM DLT 7000 OFFERS MORE THAN DOUBLE THE CAPACITY AND PERFORMANCE THAN THE CLOSEST COMPETITOR IN ITS CLASS

MILPITAS, Calif., Jan. 22, 1996 --Maintaining its strong lead over its closest competitors in the mid-range and high-end tape drive market, Quantum Corporation (NMS: QNTM) today announced the Quantum DLT 7000 tape drive. The 5.25-inch form factor tape drive features an unrivaled capacity of 35 gigabytes (GB) native and a sustained data transfer rate of 5.0MB/second native, which is 75 percent higher in capacity and 67 percent faster than the closest competitive tape drive in its class.

Designed for use with high-end workstations, mid-range systems and network servers the DLT 7000 tape drive is available immediately in volume in the U.S. and Europe. The DLT 7000 tape drive joins the DLT 4000 and DLT 2000XT tape drives to round out Quantums DLT tape drive product line. DLT tape drives offer customers the highest performance, capacity and reliability available for storage- and performance-intensive applications such as video, multimedia and large database management.

"With the addition of the DLT 7000 tape drive to our DLT product line, Quantum continues to anticipate our customers' increasing speed and capacity needs," said Gina Bornino, vice president and general manager of the Specialty Storage Products Group for Quantum. "The DLT 7000 tape drive is a leader in delivering the features our customers demand backed by the quality and reliability inherent in the Quantum name."

"The explosive growth of the multimedia market and other storage- intensive applications has forced businesses to re-evaluate their storage strategies," said Raymond C. Freeman, Jr., president, Freeman Associates, Inc. "The DLT 7000 tape drive delivers a quantum leap forward in both capacity and performance, keeping it well ahead of the surging demand for storage."

ABOUT THE DLT 7000 TAPE DRIVE

The Quantum DLT tape drives offer capacities ranging from 15GB (native) to the industry-leading 35GB (native) on the DLT 7000 tape drive. Sustained native data transfer rates for the family of products range from 1.25MB/second (4.5GB/hour) to the speedy 5.0MB/second (18GB/hour) on the DLT 7000 tape drive. The DLT 7000 drive is read and write compatible with the DLT 4000 and DLT 2000XT tape forms.

The DLT 7000 features a SCSI-2 fast/wide interface, with single-ended and differential options. A 14 cartridge tape library, the DLTstor is available for use with the DLT 7000 tape drive as well as with the DLT 2000XT and DLT 4000 tape drives, providing unattended backup of up to 490GB (native) in less than 10 hours, or 430GB (native) in an 8 hour shift when three DLT 7000 drives are installed.

Operating environments supported by the DLT 7000 tape drive include UNIX, Novell, Windows NT and IBM-based high-end operating systems.

ABOUT DLTTAPE

DLTtape IV media used in the DLT 7000 drive was designed specifically for Quantums DLT tape drives and autoloaders. The tape features an advanced binder system that reduces tape and head wear and resists retention of airborne particles. The DLTtape IV media is the same media used with all DLT 4000 tape drives.

AVAILABILITY

The DLT 7000 tape drive is available now in the U.S., Europe and Australia.

ABOUT QUANTUM

Founded in 1980, Quantum Corporation designs, manufactures and markets storage products for today's digitized world. The highest volume global supplier of hard disk drives, Quantum is widely recognized as the industry's quality leader. The company sells a broad range of storage products to OEM and distribution customers worldwide. Quantums sales for the fiscal year ending March 1995 were $3.4 billion. The company's world wide web home page address is http://www.quantum.com.

Quantum Corporation

500 McCarthy Blvd

Milpitas, CA 95035

408-894-4000


Revelation VIP 2.0 for Lotus Notes
REVELATION SOFTWARE ANNOUNCES REVELATION VIP 2.0 FOR LOTUS NOTES

The First Windows 95 Development Tool for Lotus Notes Release 4

ORLANDO, Fla. -- January 22, 1996 -- Revelation Software today unveiled at Lotusphere 96 REVELATION VIP 2.0 FOR LOTUS NOTES, the first visual programming tool for Notes Release 4 with native 32-bit support for Windows 95/Windows NT.

Through its unique Visual Linking technology, ViP 2.0 enables developers to take advantage of Notes R4 features and extend existing Notes applications into highly visual, event-oriented Windows 95-exploitive applications. Support for Notes R4 means developers can benefit from features such as LotusScript 3.0 and full viewing, editing, and updating of all Notes data, including Notes Rich Text. ViP's Windows 95 compliance includes support for the Windows 95 user interface controls and OLE 2 automation.

With ViP 2.0, developers can deploy applications that run on Windows 3.1, Windows 95, and Windows NT 3.51 without modification. ViP 2.0 also offers backwards compatibility with Notes Release 3.

"Our goal is to be the premier supplier to the Lotus Notes development market," said Steve Sneddon, Revelation's executive vice president of R&D and chief technology officer. ViP is a substantial leap forward for Notes developers because it brings together everything they need to create world-class 32-bit Notes applications: Notes R4, Windows 95/ Windows NT, LotusScript, and our Visual Linking. No other software tools company has demonstrated this level of commitment to and focus on this market. In addition, it establishes a technology base from which we can satisfy their future requirements on the Internet and other leading groupware platforms.

NATIVE NOTES R4 SUPPORT

As the first third-party development tool for Notes R4, Revelation ViP 2.0 offers the Notes developer these features:

* LOTUSSCRIPT 3.0 -- Through a licensing arrangement with Lotus-IBM, ViP 2.0 enables developers to use LotusScript 3.0, the BASIC-compatible scripting language common to Lotus products such as Lotus Word Pro, Lotus Forms, and Lotus Notes Release 4.

* NOTES RICH TEXT -- ViP is the only tool that enables developers to create Notes applications that browse, launch, edit, and update Notes Rich Text data.

* HIERARCHICAL FOLDERS -- ViP 2.0 developers can now easily exploit the new Hierarchical Folders that are part of Notes R4's user interface.

* COMPATIBILITY WITH NOTES R3 OR R4 -- ViP 16-bit applications can run with either the Notes R4 16-bit client or with Notes R3 without any modifications.

NATIVE 32-BIT WINDOWS 95 DEVELOPMENT AND EXECUTION

Since Notes is designed to be a multi-platform computing environment, it must support a lowest-common-denominator set of functionality, providing seamless application portability across all Notes platforms. ViP, designed exclusively for the Windows environment, provides access to the unique user-interface and operating system features that maximize the 32-bit Windows environment. ViP 2.0 delivers this functionality to Notes users:

* NEW DESIGNER INTERFACE -- ViP 2.0 is a full Windows 95-exploitive development environment offering Notes developers a rich set of Windows 95 controls, including tab control, tree control, image list, list view, progress bar, slider, spin control, and Microsoft RTF. The ViP Designer itself has a new Windows 95 look and feel as well.

* DEPLOYMENT ON WINDOWS 3.1, WINDOWS 95, AND WINDOWS NT -- ViP developers can deploy their applications on all current Windows client platforms.

* SUPPORT FOR OLE 2.0 -- ViP supports OLE 2 automation, in-place and out-of-place manipulation of OLE-embedded objects and links, and a drag-and-drop interface for putting OLE objects into ViP applications at design or run-time.

ADDITIONAL KEY FEATURES

ViP 2.0 also offers a host of other improvements, enhancements, and other assorted features that make Notes development easier.

* UNIQUE VISUAL LINKING -- Visual Linking enables first-time ViP developers as well as veteran ViP developers to rapidly prototype and create new applications without programming. Visual Linking teaches you what you want to do. No other development tool has this powerful feature.

* DIRECT ACCESS TO CORPORATE DATA -- Developers can connect their Notes applications to RDBMS and legacy data through ViP's Data Object that uses Microsofts ODBC standard.

* SUPERIOR GRAPHICAL REPORTING AND CHARTING -- ViP's reporting is now accessible as a full-fledged object. ViPs newly updated charting capability uses Chart 2.0 including 3-D and other more complex chart types.

* NUMEROUS PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENTS -- Data-intensive applications can now exploit extensions to the query syntax for high-performance Notes queries. New script classes make access to external data and data manipulation faster than ever.

* SAVING AND REUSE OF APPLICATION COMPONENTS -- Developers can now save and reuse application components in a Notes database or external file.

* INTERNATIONAL CHARACTER SUPPORT -- ViP 2.0 now supports full double- byte character sets plus all Windows international character sets as well.

NO-COMPROMISES NOTES DEVELOPMENT

For Notes developers, ViP represents a no-compromise environment for creating robust 32-bit Windows applications. We've made a corporate commitment to both Notes and Windows 95, said Jean-Pierre Ducondi vice president of research and development of MFJ International. ViP 2.0 has dramatically improved the interface and functionality of our Notes applications. We did not have to sacrifice Windows 95 functionality to take advantage of Notes R4.

According to Jeffrey Papows, executive vice president and chief operating officer of Lotus Development Corp, the new release delivers on Revelation's commitment to ViP customers. Since Revelation's acquisition of ViP from Lotus, they've taken ViP to new heights, he said. By following through on their promise to support Notes R4 and Windows 95, the company has strengthened its offering in the Notes development tools market.

PRICING AND AVAILABILITY

Revelation Software's ViP 2.0 for Lotus Notes is currently in Beta test. General availability is scheduled for February 29. The product will be available exclusively through Revelation (800/262-4747) and its distributors. The product will have a suggested retail price of $1,695 for individual developer seats. Registered ViP 1.1 users can upgrade for just $399. For a limited time, Revelation is offering special introductory savings of $700 off of list price ($150 off the upgrade list price). The ViP runtime is included in the full development copy of ViP 2.0 and continues to ship on the Notes R4 Client CD-ROM. The ViP runtime will also be available on the World-Wide Web at WWW.REVELATION.COM. ViP applications can be distributed to any Notes Windows client without additional licensing fees.

ABOUT REVELATION SOFTWARE

Founded in 1987, Revelation Software delivers a suite of software tools and companion services for developing applications that take full advantage of and add value to groupware and collaborative computing environments. Today, the company provides the Revelation product suite -- the first and only series of tools for professional Lotus Notes development. The suite addresses the entire range of Notes development, from power users creating reports to a professional development team creating complex applications. Today, there are more than one million licensed users of Revelation products. The company is headquartered in Stamford, Conn., with a European subsidiary in the United Kingdom.

NOTE TO EDITORS: Revelation Software is a subsidiary of Revelation Technologies.

Revelation Software

181 Harbor Drive

Stamford, CT 06902

(203) 973-1000


Lotus Notes & IBM MQSeries Integration
LOTUS ANNOUNCES ENHANCED INTEGRATION BETWEEN LOTUS NOTES AND IBM MQSERIES

PROVIDES TIGHTER INTEGRATION WITH IBM'S MQSERIES THROUGH LOTUSSCRIPT 3.0

ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 22, 1996 -- Lotus Development Corp. today announced an enhanced link between Lotus Notes and IBM's MQSeries software that enables Notes customers to build business applications that fully leverage existing corporate business systems. Through IBM's MQSeries link for Lotus Notes, customers can access and manipulate traditional transaction-based systems, integrating front-end business processes, such as a purchase requisition review, with the actual purchase order transaction on the back-end system.

In the previous version of MQSeries link for Lotus Notes, customers could access transactional data and leverage it within the Notes environment. The enhanced MQSeries link for Lotus Notes, which includes a LotusScript Extension (LSX), allows data to be exchanged bidirectionally between Notes and transaction systems and databases. It also provides more sophisticated access at the programming logic level, giving Notes developers greater control and flexibility.

The enhanced integration with IBM's MQSeries, coupled with the Notes Release 4 replication and application development enhancements, including LotusScript 3.0, provides the opportunity for customers to develop high-impact solutions across and beyond the enterprise.

"Today's announcement provides IT managers, Notes application developers and our Lotus Business Partners with expanded options in leveraging Notes and traditional transaction systems to create tightly integrated, business process solutions," said Michael D. Zisman, Lotus executive vice president and CEO. "Along with the enhancements, Lotus also will provide value-added services to assist customers in utilizing these links."

"This accelerates and broadens the opportunity for customers and business partners to strategically invest in Notes," said John M. Thompson, senior vice president and Software Group executive, IBM. "We are able to unleash the power of the information stored in enterprise systems, and deliver it to the end-user with all of the ease-of-use qualities of Notes. By making it simple to process enterprise data from Notes, we are providing customers with a powerful solution that greatly increases business productivity."

"Linking Notes to MQSeries has provided us with a quick and easy solution to enable our customers to have access to important hospital information," said Richard J. Witowski, director, information systems at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center, N.Y. "We rely on Notes for e-mail and sharing patient information. The Enterprise Transcription application we developed using Notes and MQSeries has improved our ability to respond to our customer needs, and reduce labor-intensive processes."

Business Partners also will realize significant new business opportunities, including providing custom links to their own transaction-based products, consulting, application design and implementation, and educational offerings.

EXTENDED TRANSACTION MODEL COMPETENCY CENTER

To ensure that companies can fully leverage the enhanced integration of Notes and MQSeries, Lotus is opening the Lotus Extended Transaction Model (ETM) Competency Center. Based at Lotus Development Corp. in Cambridge, Mass., and supported by Lotus and IBM Field Sales, the ETM Competency Center will provide consulting, application design and review assistance, and methodology development for enterprise customers who want to accelerate their adoption of extended transaction systems.

PRICING AND AVAILABILITY

The MQSeries link for Lotus Notes LSX will be available initially for OS/2 and Windows in the first half of 1996 and will be distributed through IBM and Lotus channels. Additional platform support will be forthcoming. Enterprise customers who are nominated for and accepted into the Competency Center by their Lotus and/or IBM sales representative will have access to early versions of the LSX as well as support and application development assistance. The current MQSeries link for Lotus Notes is available free and can be downloaded by navigating from the IBM Home Page at http://www.ibm.com. The price for IBM's MQSeries ranges from $495 for OS/2 to $1495 for the numerous UNIX and AS/400 systems. The MVS component of MQSeries is generally a leased product that ranges in price from $2000 to $3000 a month for a typical installation.

For more information regarding the MQSeries link for Lotus Notes or the ETM Competency Center, in North America, contact Lotus at 1-800-346-1305.

Lotus Notes is the leading client-server platform for developing and deploying strategic groupware applications that help organizations communicate, collaborate and coordinate strategic business processes within and beyond their organizational boundaries to achieve improved business results. More than 8,000 companies and 4.5 million people use Notes to improve key business processes such as customer service, sales and account management, and product development. Lotus Notes supports all major operating systems including IBM OS/2 Warp, Apple Mac OS, UNIX platforms including IBM AIX, Sun Solaris, HP-UX, and SCO OpenServer, and Microsoft Windows and Windows NT. Notes is also available as a NetWare loadable module for the Novell environment.

Lotus Development Corp., a subsidiary of IBM Corp., offers high quality software products and support services that reflect the company's unique understanding of the new ways in which individuals and businesses must work together to achieve success. Lotus' innovative approach is evident in a new class of applications that allows information to be accessed and communicated in ways never before possible, both within and beyond organizational boundaries. The company also provides numerous support services, both from its consulting division and its award-winning 24-hour support center.

All prices and terms are for the U.S. only.

EDITOR'S NOTE: All Lotus news releases are available on the Internet, via the Lotus Development Corp. Home Page at http://www.Lotus.com. The Lotus Home Page is an easy way to find information about Lotus and its business partners' products and services.

A copy of this release and other company information is also available via fax by dialing 1-800-57-LOTUS within the U.S. and Canada or 201-946-2336 outside the U.S. and Canada. Questions concerning the service should be directed to Lotus' corporate communications department at 617-693-5625.


Lotus & Stream Announce NotesStore
LOTUS AND STREAM ANNOUNCE NOTESSTORE

WORLDWIDE CHANNEL CREATED FOR LOTUS BUSINESS PARTNER PRODUCTS

ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 22, 1996 -- Stream International and Lotus Development Corp. today announced NotesStore, a new channel that will help hundreds of Lotus Business Partners accelerate their Notes-based business applications to a broader market. Stream will offer developers of Lotus-based applications a comprehensive set of manufacturing, marketing, distribution and support services, providing a single source solution for pre-market, sales and post-sales assistance. Lotus Notes is the world's leading messaging and groupware product.

"Lotus has built a vibrant industry of thousands of Business Partners who provide a broad range of business applications and tools to customers," said Terry Leahy, president of Stream. "NotesStore will allow these companies to cost-effectively leverage Stream's strengths in software manufacturing, distribution, sales and support to dramatically increase their market impact."

"Over the last year we have seen a tremendous increase in the number of Notes-based products available from our Partners -- general business applications like sales force automation, project management, and customer support, as well as specialized applications for industries like healthcare, insurance, legal and manufacturing," said Don Bulens, Lotus' vice president, Worldwide Partner Programs. "Stream has the breadth of capabilities, international infrastructure and experience in the Lotus Notes business to offer our Partners a breakthrough service that makes it easy for them to reach other Business Partners, resellers and customers."

As part of the new program, Stream will offer participating Lotus Business Partners:

o  media duplication, documentation, packaging and assembly of Notes

   applications

o  distribution and fulfillment of applications to end-users

o  application testing and certification

o  outsourced telephone support

Business Partners who participate in the NotesStore program will receive extensive marketing support from Stream and Lotus, including collateral and catalogs, fax-back programs, try-and-buy CD-ROMs, and Lotus Notes Network-based and World Wide Web-based marketing services. A dedicated Stream sales team will act as inbound and outbound sales contact for Business Partners and end-user customers.

"The introduction of Lotus Notes Release 4 and Lotus' new pricing strategy have opened up huge opportunities for us with our Notes-based application suite, Business in a Box, and other Notes-based applications," said Bud Brasier, president, Emerging Technology Solutions, Inc., a Lotus Business Partner. "The new NotesStore gives us the marketing, distribution and sales leverage to realize that opportunity."

"Key to a flourishing Notes industry is the creation of a channel that allows innovative application developers to reach the right customers and vice-versa. NotesStore can be a major step toward that end," said David Marshak, vice president, Patricia Seybold Group.

Stream will be actively enrolling Business Partners in this new program beginning at Lotusphere '96, at Pedestal #D14. For more information, interested parties can call 1-800-888-8182. Applications will be available for customer purchase from NotesStore in the second quarter of 1996.

The Lotus Business Partners Program supports the world-wide industry of more than 12,000 independent companies that develop and market Lotus-based products and services. The mission of the Business Partners Program is to empower software developers and service providers to deliver market-leading business solutions which maximize customer satisfaction. The tremendous interest in client/server messaging and groupware from customers throughout the world has created a large opportunity for Partners who can help apply this technology towards organizational effectiveness. Lotus is focused on helping these Partners profit from their Lotus-based products and services. Through the Business Partners Program, Lotus provides software, information, tools, support and marketing programs to meet the technical, business and support needs of Business Partners.

Lotus Development Corp., a subsidiary of IBM Corp., offers high quality software products and support services that reflect the company's unique understanding of the new ways in which individuals and businesses must work together to achieve success. Lotus' innovative approach is evident in a new class of applications that allows information to be accessed and communicated in ways never before possible, both within and beyond organizational boundaries. The company also provides numerous support services, both from its consulting division and its award-winning 24-hour support center.

Stream was formed in April 1995 through the merger of Corporate Software Inc. and the Global Software Services business unit of R.R. Donnelley & Sons Company. With $1.5 billion in sales and more than 7,000 employees in 17 countries, Stream is the world's largest software manufacturer, marketer and technical support provider. Headquartered in Westwood, MA, Stream serves the industry's largest software vendors and hardware original equipment manufacturers and is the leading provider of software and services to the Fortune 1000 market.

EDITOR'S NOTE: This release and other Stream corporate background and offerings-related information is available for review on Stream's Internet home page on the World Wide Web at http://www.stream.com. All Lotus news releases are available on the Internet, via the Lotus Development Corp. Home Page at http://www.Lotus.com. The Lotus Home Page is an easy way to find information about Lotus and its business partners' products and services.

A copy of this release and other company information is also available via fax by dialing 1-800-57-LOTUS within the U.S. and Canada or 201-946-2336 outside the U.S. and Canada. Questions concerning the service should be directed to Lotus' corporate communications department at 617-693-5625.


Lotus eApps Web-Enabled Notes Business Apps
LOTUS OUTLINES PLANS TO DELIVER WEB-ENABLED BUSINESS APPLICATION FRAMEWORKS

NOTES-BASED EAPPS ENABLE RAPID DEPLOYMENT OF CORPORATE PUBLISHING, MARKETING, CUSTOMER SERVICE AND ELECTRONIC COMMERCE APPLICATIONS FOR THE WORLD WIDE WEB

ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 22, 1996 -- Lotus Development Corp. today outlined its plans for a set of Lotus Notes-based "electronic application frameworks" (eApps) that allow customers to rapidly deploy Web- enabled business applications. First unveiled by Lotus in December as part of its strategy for embracing the web, eApps frameworks will provide a set of "building blocks" specifically designed to extend to the Internet a corporation's publishing, marketing, customer service or electronic commerce applications.

"With eApps, Lotus is providing companies with the tools they need to extend and run their businesses on the Internet," said James Dougherty, general manager, Lotus Internet Applications Group. "Companies will have a customizable set of building blocks, including integrated access to their legacy applications, that will enable them to easily extend their core business processes, such as customer service, out to millions of Internet users. eApps will allow companies to leverage the Internet to expand their businesses and create new business opportunities."

Lotus will initially offer eApps frameworks in four core business areas:

PUBLISHING - gives the customer the ability to publish almost any form of information via Notes to the Web. It also provides secure and controlled distribution of information that can be accessed by a Notes client or Web browser;

MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS - allows for the fulfillment of customer requests (both internal and external) for publications, documents, account status updates and customer demographics;

CUSTOMER SERVICE - provides templates and secure bi-directional capabilities to and from the Internet to enable companies to use Notes as the back-end engine for customer support databases; and

COMMERCE - provides a secure way for customers to order and buy products and services over the Internet.

"eApps will allow us to extend our large commitment to Notes for sharing and bringing teams together to include non-Notes users," said Bill Wilson, senior vice president, Johnson & Higgins. "With eApps we can combine the strengths of our Notes applications with the Web to create powerful new business solutions."

Lotus Business Partners will realize significant new business opportunities with eApps, including integrating and customizing building blocks into existing Notes applications for specific customer needs. Building blocks can also be used to create new customized eApps.

BUILDING BLOCKS CREATE EAPPS FRAMEWORKS

eApps frameworks consist of building blocks -- sets of closely tied, interconnected tools each dedicated to a specific task. Eight building blocks will be available to create eApps frameworks:

o Catalog consists of forms and fields designed to help create and manage product information for publication on the Web in a traditional catalog presentation. Tools are included that enable users or "shoppers" to flip through the catalog and place items in their "shopping cart." When they are finished shopping, the cost of the items is automatically totaled. Catalog also includes tools to enable specified information or content to be viewed only by authorized users.

o Interactive extends the Notes document/response model to the Internet for better management of threaded discussions. Interactive also allows documents to be composed or responded to by either a Notes client or Web browser. Interactive also supports forms. For example, a user can complete an order form on the Web that will automatically be submitted into a Notes database.

o Order Processing interfaces with catalog and payment building blocks to facilitate transactions and create an order history database. By adding this building block, any of the frameworks inherit commerce capabilities. For example, by adding this building block to the Customer Support framework, a user can take orders for maintenance contracts, support plans or product documentation.

o  Publishing includes SmartMasters and ready-to-use Notes templates, with built-in formatting for publishing in Notes or on the Web. Users can preview how their publication will look using a particular SmartMaster before publishing their data.

o  SmartMasters include formats that create more sophisticated looking Web pages than could be produced using the Lotus InterNotes Web Publisher. Notes templates provide a consistency of functionality, look and feel and support for security between Notes and Web versions of documents. The templates also support the automatic conversion of RTF and ASCII content into Notes and HTML formats.

o  Subscription Management leverages Notes' workflow and approval mechanisms to process subscriptions. It also includes a security module to ensure that material is made available by those authorized to receive it.

o  Security enables Web browser security information such as registration, name and password to be stored in a Notes database. When a user attempts to access information on the Web or in Notes using a browser, the user's password and ID will be verified in the Notes database before access to the information is granted.

o  Payment supports secure transmission of credit card data over the Web. When credit card information is entered for payment, a message for approval is sent to a credit card clearinghouse which sends back a message either approving or denying the purchase.

o  Lotus plans to integrate support for SEPP (Secure Electronic Payment Protocol), the open method of secure credit-card payments supported by IBM, into the Payment building block.

o  Legacy Integration allows companies to tie data from mainframe systems into Web-enabled applications. Legacy Integration will support most standard databases including DB2, Oracle and Sybase.

Combinations of these building blocks form a framework. For example, in the Customer Support framework the Publishing building block would extend the posting of issues, notices and forums to the Web. The Interactive building block would enable customers to fill out a form on the Web to report customer support issues that could then be integrated into the company's existing Notes-based customer service application. The Catalog building block would allow customers to read through the company's support offerings on the Web. Adding the Order Processing building block would enable the customer to order a software upgrade or a new maintenance contract.

LOTUS NOTES:NEWSSTAND ON THE WEB IS THE FIRST EAPP

Lotus Notes:Newsstand on the Web, also being announced at Lotusphere, is the first implementation of a Publishing eApps framework. Newsstand on the Web is a network-based service and set of publishing and subscription management tools for delivering business and industry publications to users of the World Wide Web. Newsstand on the Web, which will be available in the second quarter of 1996, is made up of the Publishing, Security, Interactive and Subscription building blocks.

Newsstand on the Web will be based on the bundle Lotus will deliver in Q1 1996 that includes an HTTP server, the InterNotes Web Publisher and a Notes server. Beginning in midyear 1996, all eApps will be based on a completely integrated HTTP Notes server.

Lotus Notes is the leading client-server platform for developing and deploying strategic groupware applications that help organizations communicate, collaborate and coordinate strategic business processes within and beyond their organizational boundaries to achieve improved business results. More than 8,000 companies and 4.5 million people use Notes to improve key business processes such as customer service, sales and account management, and product development. Lotus Notes supports all major operating systems including IBM OS/2 Warp, Apple Mac OS, UNIX platforms including IBM AIX, Sun Solaris, HP-UX, and SCO OpenServer, and Microsoft Windows and Windows NT. Notes is also available as a NetWare loadable module for the Novell environment.

Lotus Development Corp., a subsidiary of IBM Corp., offers high quality software products and support services that reflect the company's unique understanding of the new ways in which individuals and businesses must work together to achieve success. Lotus' innovative approach is evident in a new class of applications that allows information to be accessed and communicated in ways never before possible, both within and beyond organizational boundaries. The company also provides numerous support services, both from its consulting division and its award-winning 24-hour support center.

EDITOR'S NOTE: All Lotus news releases are available on the Internet, via the Lotus Development Corp. Home Page at http://www.Lotus.com. The Lotus Home Page is an easy way to find information about Lotus and its business partners' products and services.

A copy of this release and other company information is also available via fax by dialing 1-800-57-LOTUS within the U.S. and Canada or 201-946-2336 outside the U.S. and Canada. Questions concerning the service should be directed to Lotus' corporate communications department at 617-693-5625.


KL Group X/Motif Widgets & Utilities
KL Group Releases Powerful Collection of Widgets and Utilities

XRT/gear Newest Addition to XRT Family of GUI Components

(Toronto, Ont. -- January 23, 1996)

KL Group Inc., the leading supplier of Graphical User Interface (GUI) components for X/Motif developers, announced today the release of XRT/gear, the newest addition to the XRT family of widgets.

XRT/gear is a collection of six widgets and three utilities that will enable Motif developers to build improved GUIs easily, quickly and inexpensively. XRT/gear will provide Motif developers with the ability to use a wide variety of features previously unavailable using the standard Motif toolkit.

"There are some very practical widgets within XRT/gear that our developers find extremely useful," said Ian Kent, an XRT/gear beta-user and Development Team Leader with Bell-Northern Research. "XRT widgets are consistent with one of our key development principles, reusability. We stick to creating elements specific to the problems that our products are created to solve, while purchasing reusable general purpose components from KL Group. Our thinking is `why build when you can buy at a fraction of the cost' " he concluded.

Paul Sahota, product manager for XRT/gear, said, "our design mandate was to create a product that would make it easier for developers to build applications that are both end-user friendly and intuitive. The Tab Manager widget, for example, lets developers organize data in a manner that is more accessible to the end user. Our Icon Collection not only adds visual appeal, it aids interface design that is ultimately more intuitive to the end user. The Aligner and Toolbar widgets can be used together to improve the application for end users, but they also save developers a tremendous amount of time."

XRT/gear is feature-packed with functionality never before available to Motif developers. It includes:

TAB MANAGER

   Build tabbed-folder interfaces, or provide a customized look and

   feel. Combine text and images on tabs, and even build nested tab

   interfaces.

TOOLBAR

   Add colorful icons to a toolbar to expose the functionality of your

   application with a series of buttons that are instantly visible

   and accessible.

ALIGNER

   Create columns of label-widget pairs. Easier than Motif's RowColumn

   widget, Aligner is ideal for building user-friendly forms.

ENHANCED TOGGLE

   Motif developers finally have the ability to create multi-state

   toggles. Pixmaps stipple automatically to denote an insensitive

   state.

ENHANCED LABEL

   Combine pixmaps with text labels, or use it wherever you need

   borders, rotation or clip masks.

ENHANCED PUSHBUTTON

   Display pixmaps and text concurrently on a pushbutton for the first

   time in Motif.

WIDGET TIPS

   Add temporary pop-up spot help to any Motif widget.

WIDGET SNAPSHOT

   Print any widget, dialog or shell in PostScript.

ICON COLLECTION

   Use the built-in Icon Browser to choose from over 3,000 PD icons.

A single XRT/gear development licence is available for a special introductory price of $1,495 US. Prices outside North America are slightly higher. Network-site licences and corporate-wide licences are also available. There are never any run-time fees or royalties for distributing end-user applications built with any XRT products.

About the Companies

KL GROUP is a leading supplier of software objects for GUI development for X Window System developers. XRT products are sold and supported from KL Group's corporate headquarters in Toronto, Canada, and through a worldwide network of qualified resellers. The company is located at 260 King Street East, Third Floor, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1K3. For more information telephone (416) 594-1026 or info@klg.com. Visit KL Group on the world wide web at http://www.klg.com.


QualSoft to Distribute KL Group XRT Widgets
QualSoft to Distribute KL Group's Award-Winning XRT Widgets

QualSoft and Non Standard Logics announce tight integration between XFaceMaker and XRT Widgets

(Toronto, Ont. -- January 22, 1996) -- QualSoft Corporation and KL Group announced today that QualSoft will distribute the industry-leading XRT family of GUI components to help graphical user interface developers easily create professional- looking interfaces, tables, data-entry forms, 2-D and 3-D graphics for Motif applications. QualSoft, KL Group and Non Standard Logics also announced the tightest builder integration yet between XFaceMaker, Europe's market share leader for Motif GUI development and winner of the 1995 X Industry Achievement Best Product Value Award, and the XRT family of GUI components for Motif, winner of the same award for Best X Graphing Suite.

"XRT widgets produce immediate results easily and inexpensively. For teams on tight deadlines, needing professional looking tabular data and 2-D/3-D graphical representation of data, you simply can't match the XFaceMaker-XRT tandem," said Laurent Gharda, president of QualSoft. "Integrating the best GUI builder and the best widgets was a natural. The result is quite stunning."

KL Group develops add-on GUI components that are used by thousands of Motif and Windows developers around the world. XRT/graph and XRT/3d are powerful widgets that create dynamic 2-D and 3-D graphs and charts. XRT/table is a powerful and flexible table widget for displaying and editing tabular information. XRT/field lets developers build data-entry forms with field-validation many times faster than with the standard Motif widgets. XRT/gear is the essential collection of add-on widgets and utilities for Motif. XRT widgets can be used with all of the leading GUI development tools. There are no run-time, royalty or distribution fees.

"We are pleased with the addition of QualSoft to our distribution channels," said Greg Kiessling, president of KL Group. "And obviously we are happy with the way that XFaceMaker integrates with our widgets. End-users will only benefit from such a powerful combination," Kiessling concluded.

About the Companies

KL GROUP is a leading supplier of software objects for GUI development for X Window System developers. XRT products are sold and supported from KL Group's corporate headquarters in Toronto, Canada, and through a worldwide network of qualified resellers. The company is located at 260 King Street East, Third Floor, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1K3. For more information telephone (416) 594-1026 or info@klg.com. Visit KL Group on the world wide web at http://www.klg.com.

NSL specializes in the development of comprehensive, integrated suite of graphical user interface development tools for Motif and the X Window System. NSL's product line offers solutions for building Motif Interfaces as well as for creating interfaces which require customized dynamic graphics. NSL distributes the XFaceMaker family of GUI builders outside of North America. Founded in 1984, NSL is headquartered in Paris, Tel +33 1 44 08 70 80 or info@nsl.fr.

QUALSOFT CORPORATION provides a range of software development and migration tools for UNIX and Windows. QualSoft offers world class software products and service including training, integration, customization and consulting for organizations developing client/server applications in UNIX and Windows environments. Based in Palo Alto, Calif., QualSoft can be reached at (415) 494-6100 or (800) 814-6351 or info@qsoft.com. URL: http://www.qsoft.com.


Lexmark MarkVision Supports ManageWise 2.0
LEXMARK'S MARKVISION SUPPORTS NOVELL MANAGEWISE 2.0

PRINTER UTILITY FEATURES INCLUDE REMOTE CONTROL OF OPERATOR PANEL

LEXINGTON, Ky., Jan. 22, 1995...Lexmark International, Inc. today announced that MarkVision, its advanced network printer management application, now provides integration support for ManageWise 2.0, the latest version of the network management utility jointly developed by Novell and Intel. MarkVision's ability to integrate seamlessly with ManageWise 2.0 enables network administrators to manage their entire network, including network printers, from a single console. Lexmark is the first printer manufacturer to provide this capability in network printer management software.

A unique graphical depiction of the Lexmark network printers and print servers enables the network administrator to launch MarkVision or its network printer utilities directly from within ManageWise 2.0. This eliminates the burden of finding and starting other management applications to manage network printers. Now an administrator can manage the entire network, including Lexmark's printers and print servers, from a single console. Key features of MarkVision include job and queue management, remote control of the operator panel, problem alerts, job statistics and job accounting.

"Lexmark is pleased to further develop our strategic relationship with Novell with the announcement of MarkVision support for ManageWise 2.0. Lexmark is committed to closely working with Novell to develop industry-leading integrated printer management solutions," said Glenn Hudson, vice president, Network Printers Division Attachment Products.

Lexmark's networking products support the broadest range of connectivity and compatibility for desktop and network operating systems of any printer manufacturer including support for Novell NetWare, IBM OS/2 LAN Server, Microsoft Windows NT Server, TCP/IP and numerous UNIX environments. MarkVision supports the Lexmark Optra plus, Optra, Optra C, 4079 plus and 4039 plus printers and is available for Windows 3.1x, Windows 95, OS/2 Warp, Apple Macintosh and UNIX environments.

More information about Lexmark, including product photos, can be found in the company's home page at http://www.lexmark.com on the internet. Customers may also contact Lexmark's CompuServe Forum "Go Lexmark", Lexmark's bulletin board service at (606) 232-5238, or call 1-800-358-5835 for the nearest Lexmark dealer.

Lexmark is a global developer, manufacturer and supplier of laser and inkjet printers and associated consumable supplies for the office and home markets. Lexmark also sells serial wire matrix printers. In addition to its core printer business, Lexmark develops and manufactures a broad line of other office imaging products, including supplies for original equipment manufacturer products, typewriters and typewriter supplies. Sales were $1.8 billion in 1994 and $1.5 billion for the first nine months of 1995. The company's executive offices are in Greenwich, Connecticut. Manufacturing facilities are in Lexington, Kentucky; Boulder, Colorado; Orleans, France and Sydney, Australia.


SPC ASAP WebShow for Netscape Navigator
SOFTWARE PUBLISHING CORPORATION ANNOUNCES ASAP WEBSHOW FOR NETSCAPE NAVIGATOR, BRINGING LIVE SLIDE SHOWS TO THE INTERNET

ASAP WEBSHOW DELIVERS REPORTS, PRESENTATIONS AND GRAPHICAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM ANY WEB PAGE AT EXTRAORDINARY SPEEDS

SAN JOSE, Calif. (January 23, 1996) -- Software Publishing Corporation (SPC) (Nasdaq:SPCO) today announced ASAP WebShow for Netscape Navigator 2.0 client software, a Plug-In presentation viewer for the World Wide Web. The product is available for download from http://www.spco.com/asap/asap.htm. ASAP WebShow enables Netscape Navigator 2.0 users to view, download and print graphically rich reports and presentations from the Web. Transmission times significantly less than standard streaming rates are achieved through the use of SPC's Intelligent Formatting engine. Graphically rich pages with text, gradient colors and graphical objects such as tables, pyramids and organization charts, are saved in minuscule file sizes, eliminating the need for compression. For example, thirty heavily graphical pages occupy as little as 11K, permitting users with a14.4K modem to download the entire report or presentation in under seven seconds.

Creating slides is easily achieved using SPC's ASAP 1.0 or ASAP WordPower 1.95 report and presentation software, which were announced in August, 1995 and January, 1996 respectively. With more than 5,500 color and design choices available at the click of a button, users are able to author and publish sophisticated, graphically rich presentations for the Web for the first time. Presentations and reports can be embeded as an icon, as a live thumbnail or in a window on a Web page. Each slide can be viewed in a small live area window, enlarged to fill the current Web page or zoomed to full screen. The material can be viewed either one slide at a time by user-selection or as a continuously running show. "We're excited about working with Software Publishing to provide this breakthrough technology," said Dave Rothschild, director of product marketing at Netscape. "With ASAP WebShow, corporate users can quickly and easily create interactive and self-running, Web-based presentations."

Brad Peppard, vice president of marketing at Software Publishing Corporation, added, "Software Publishing's ASAP WebShow marks a new level of speed, power and interactivity on the World Wide Web. ASAP WebShow, one of several Intelligent Formatting products SPC plans to release, is another strong step in the process of increasing awareness of SPC's new technology for new markets."

From classic bullet point presentations to highly graphical reports, ASAP WebShow opens the door to a variety of new opportunities for companies and individuals working on the World Wide Web. Intelligent Formatting based products, such as ASAP WebShow and ASAP WordPower, allow users to instantly create and view sophisticated and compelling graphical materials. Interested users can download a fully functional copy of ASAP 1.0 or ASAP WordPower 1.95 beta, for a free 30 day trial, allowing them to author their own Web presentations at no charge. The first sample presentations are now available on home pages at Software Publishing's and PC World's Web servers at http://www.spco.com/asap/asap.htm and www.pcworld.com/ resources/promos.

Beta version of ASAP WebShow is now available for the Windows 95 and Windows NT operating systems and can be downloaded for free from SPC's home page at http://www.spco.com/asap/asap.htm. Users can also request a free copy via e-mail to info@spco.com. E-mail requests should include name, e-mail address and phone number along with any other pertinent information. SPC plans to make the Windows 3.1 beta version available before January 29th. The release version of ASAP WebShow is anticipated to ship mid-March1996 at no charge to the consumer. Users can also hot link directly from Netscape's Web site

  (http://home.netscape.com/comprod/products/

          navigator/version_2.0/plugins/index.html)

to download ASAP WebShow beta free of charge.

ASAP WebShow requires a 486 or higher IBM PC or compatible, Windows 3.1, Windows 95 or Windows NT operating systems, 1 meg of available memory, less than 1 meg of hard disk space, DOS 5.0 or higher (for Windows 3.1), Netscape Navigator 2.0 (currently available in beta) for viewing on the World Wide Web, a mouse, and a 16-color VGA or higher display.

Netscape Communications Corporation is a premier provider of open software for linking people and information over enterprise networks and the Internet. The company offers a full line of Netscape Navigator clients, servers, development tools, and Netscape Internet Applications to create a complete platform for next-generation, live online applications. Traded on NASDAQ under the symbol "NCSP," Netscape Communications Corporation is based in Mountain View, California.

Software Publishing Corporation (NASDAQ:SPCO) is an international supplier of business productivity software for the IBM personal computer and compatibles. The Company develops and markets visual communication solutions which enrich the user's ability to see, understand and communicate information to make more effective business decisions. The Company's product line includes ASAP WordPower, ASAP WebShow, ASAP, Harvard Graphics, Harvard ChartXL, Harvard Spotlight, and Harvard Montage. For more information, users can contact the company's Customer Service Department at 800/336-8360.

Corporate Sales: 415/528-2555; Personal Sales: 415/528-3777


IQ/Objects Earns Byte Editor's Choice Award
IQ/OBJECTS EARNS BYTE MAGAZINE'S 1995 EDITOR'S CHOICE AWARD

Atlanta (January 24, 1996) - IQ Software (NASDAQ:IQSW), a leading provider of client/server data access and analysis tools, announced today that IQ/Objects, its top selling query and reporting software, has received a 1995 Editor's Choice Award from BYTE Magazine. Among the award winners, announced in the February 1996 issue, IQ/Objects was the only Business Intelligence product to be recognized.

"We are honored to receive BYTE Magazine Editors' Choice Award," said Charles R. Chitty, president and CEO of IQ Software. "This award reflects our mission to apply innovative leading-edge technology to solve business users problems. Our use of object technology allows us to hide complexity and provide rich functionality."

While a number of vendors are providing object technology for application development, IQ Software has taken the lead in delivering the power of objects to business users. IQ/Objects is the first true object- based query and reporting tool that allows users to create queries with intelligent prefabricated building blocks called IQ/SmartObjects. IQ/SmartObjects allow users to integrate and correlate results of multiple queries and offer:

* reusable queries and reports, leading to increased user

  productivity

* bi-directional communication among multiple queries for

  sophisticated analysis

* heterogeneous data access.

IQ SOFTWARE BACKGROUND

Founded in 1984 in Norcross, Georgia, IQ Software is the market leader in providing client/server data access solutions that deliver business intelligence to business users. IQ Software solutions are used worldwide by more than 1.5 million users to retrieve timely and accurate information to make better business decisions. IQ Software offers a complete software suite for end user data access and reporting that includes IQ/Objects, IQ SmartServer, Intelligent Query, and IQ Access. Its products are sold by a direct sales force in North America and Europe, complemented by more than 900 software application developers and vertical market resellers. International distribution is handled by over 50 distributors and by its international subsidiaries.

For more information, IQ Software can be reached at 3295 River Exchange Drive, Suite 550, Norcross, GA 30092, 1-800-458-0386, Internet:sales@iqsc.com or on the World Wide Web at http://www.iqsc.com.


Kingston Cuts Memory Prices
Kingston Cuts Memory Prices!

Fountain Valley, CA (January 17, 1996)

KINGSTON TECHNOLOGY, the worlds leading independent manufacturer of memory products, announced today that it is lowering prices on its memory modules from 5% to as much as 20%.

"THE MARKET RIGHT NOW IS FLUCTUATING AND REDUCING PRICES IS SIMPLY OUR WAY OF ASSURING OUR CUSTOMERS OF THE BEST MEMORY PRODUCTS AVAILABLE -- BEST IN QUALITY, SERVICE, SUPPORT AND PRICE", stated Karen Hodo, Kingstons Vice President of Domestic Sales.

"MEMORY SUPPLY HAS BEEN IMPROVING OVER THE PAST SEVERAL WEEKS--IN PART DUE TO THE INCREASED AVAILABILITY OF DRAM FROM NEW FABRICATION PLANTS COMING ON LINE, AND ALSO FROM A SLIGHT SOFTENING OF THE PC MARKET IN Q4" , said Marketing Vice President, Gary MacDonald.

"AS THE INDUSTRY LEADER, KINGSTON HAS ALWAYS BEEN FIRST TO RESPOND TO MARKET CHANGES AND PASS THE SAVINGS ONTO OUR CUSTOMERS", MacDonald continued.

The price decrease is the SECOND for Kingston in the last few months. The company's earlier reduction in prices came with the announcement of Kingstons hitting the billion dollar sales milestone in October 1995. As part of the marking of the milestone day, Kingston reduced prices accompanied by the statement:

KINGSTON HAS SET THE STANDARD FOR HIGH QUALITY MEMORY PRODUCTS AND EXCELLENT SERVICE. WE WILL NOW SET A NEW STANDARD: PRICE

With sales for 1995 of $1.3 billion, KINGSTON TECHNOLOGY is the recognized leader in memory products for PCs, servers, workstations and printers. During its eight years, Kingston has diversified its product lines to offer processor upgrades, networking hardware, and storage products.

Kingston markets its products through a worldwide network of distributors, major reseller chains and independent dealers. Kingston is ISO 9001 certified as part of a continuing global effort to assure customers of the highest levels of both quality products and service.

For additional information on any of Kingstons memory upgrade products, please contact Kingston Technology at (800) 337-8410.

To contact Kingston Technology's Public Relations Department simply e-mail or contact:

    PEGGY KELLY

 KINGSTON TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION

 (714) 435-2615 (VOICE)

 (714) 438-2720 (FAX)

 688-8365 (MCI MAIL)

 INTERNET: PEGGY_KELLY@KINGSTON.COM


Kingston Decreases Workstation Memory Prices
Kingston Technology Decreases Workstation Memory Prices

Fountain Valley, CA (January 17, 1996)

KINGSTON TECHNOLOGY, the world-wide leader in memory products, today announced price decreases on their popular workstation memory line for all Sun Microsystems, Hewlett-Packard, Silicon Graphics, IBM RS6000 and Digital Equipment Corporation workstation systems.

"KINGSTON IS ABLE TO PROVIDE OUR WORKSTATION CUSTOMERS WITH THE MOST AGGRESSIVE PRICING TO DATE AS A DIRECT RESULT OF THE PHENOMENAL YEAR WE'VE HAD", stated Darin Ferriola, Kingston workstation product manager.

"ACHIEVING $1.3 BILLION IN SALES FOR 1995 TOOK US TO A NEW LEVEL, HEIGHTENING OUR PURCHASING POWER. OUR STRONG INDUSTRY RELATIONS WITH THE BEST QUALITY DRAM MANUFACTURERS ENABLES US TO PROVIDE HIGH-QUALITY, FULLY COMPATIBLE MEMORY PRODUCTS AT PRICING MORE ATTRACTIVE THAN MANY OF THE ORIGINAL SYSTEM MANUFACTURERS", furthered Ferriola.

Kingston's workstation memory pricing, due to this price decrease, further widens the gap between Original Equipment Manufacturers, (OEMs), and Kingston pricing. On two of the most popular selling Kingston modules, Kingston pricing is substantially more competitive than the corresponding OEM.

For example, Kingstons 64MB module for HP/APOLLO 750 workstations,

     Kingston part #:.... KTH750/64 ............. $3,395

HP equivalent module............................. $4,160.

Another example:

Kingstons 64MB module for several Silicon Graphic systems workstations,

   Kingston part #: .... KSG64/R40A ......... $2,895

 Silicon Graphics equivalent...................... $5,300

"OUR MARKET SHARE CONTINUES TO INCREASE BECAUSE KINGSTON MEMORY IS ENGINEERED WITH THE SAME COMPONENTS, TECHNOLOGY AND SPECIFICATIONS THAT OEMS USE WHEN MANUFACTURING MEMORY TO SUPPORT THEIR SYSTEMS. ALTHOUGH BOTH KINGSTON AND WORKSTATION MANUFACTURERS CAN BE CONSIDERED OEMS, KINGSTONS SPECIALIZATION IN MEMORY, AND NOT A COMPLETE WORKSTATION SYSTEM, ALLOWS US TO DELIVER MORE COST-EFFECTIVE PRODUCTS. WE CAN BE UP TO 50% LESS EXPENSIVE", continued Ferriola.

Kingston has several memory licensing agreements with popular workstation system manufacturers including Sun Microsystems and Silicon Graphics. Kingstons memory for the IBM RS6000 workstations is fully serviced by IBMs service provider, TSS.

All Kingston memory is backed by a lifetime warranty with a 24-hour product replacement policy. According to Ferriola, all memory is 100% tested and guaranteed fully compatible with the system, diagnostics and software for which it is designed.

With sales for 1995 of $1.3 billion, KINGSTON TECHNOLOGY is the recognized leader in memory products for PCs, servers, workstations and printers. During its eight years, Kingston has diversified its product lines to offer processor upgrades, networking hardware, and storage products.

Kingston markets its products through a worldwide network of distributors, major reseller chains and independent dealers. Kingston is ISO 9001 certified as part of a continuing global effort to assure customers of the highest levels of both quality products and service.

For additional information on any of Kingstons memory upgrade products, please contact Kingston Technology at (800) 835-2545.

To contact Kingston Technology's Public Relations Department simply e-mail or contact:

    PEGGY KELLY

 KINGSTON TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION

 (714) 435-2615 (VOICE)

 (714) 438-2720 (FAX)

 688-8365 (MCI MAIL)

 INTERNET: PEGGY_KELLY@KINGSTON.COM


Kingston Cache Memory fir IBM Aptiva Series
Kingston Releases Cache Memory for IBMs Multimedia Aptiva Series

Fountain Valley, CA (January 11, 1996) -- KINGSTON TECHNOLOGY, the world-wide leader in memory products, today announced Kingstons immediate release of cache memory for IBMs Multimedia Aptiva Series.

With the increasing popularity of multimedia applications, IBMs Aptiva is one of todays most popular systems, commented Gary MacDonald, Kingstons vice president of marketing. Utilizing our cache memory, users can enjoy a ten percent increase in system performance.

In a continuing effort to support IBM systems, Kingston designed the cache memory for the IBM Multimedia Aptiva Series, which typically does not ship with cache memory on board. Kingston cache memory carries the Kingston lifetime warranty and is guaranteed to be 100% compatible with the IBM hardware, software and diagnostics designed for the Aptiva systems.

The IBM Multimedia Aptiva Series typically comes with 8 or 16MB of removable system memory, 1MB of non-removable video memory and two banks available for cache memory. Maximum expansion for the IBM Multimedia Aptiva system is 128MB of system memory, 2MB of video memory and 512KB of cache memory. Kingstons memory modules support the following IBM Multimedia Aptiva models:

    M30/M31

    M40/M41

    M50/M51

    M53/M55/M60/M61/M62

    M70/M71

Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for Kingstons Aptiva modules are listed below:

    KTM-APTV/8............... 8mb Module ................ $400.00

    KTM-APTV/16............. 16mb Module ................ $755.00

    KTM-APTV/32............. 32mb Module .............. $1,495.00

 KTM-CAPTV/256.............. 256K Cache Module ........... $79.00

 KTM7443/1................... 1mb Video memory ........... $70.00

With annual sales for 1995 of $1.3 billion, KINGSTON TECHNOLOGY is the recognized leader in memory products for PCs, servers, workstations and printers.

During its eight years, Kingston has diversified its product lines to offer processor upgrades, networking hardware and storage products. Kingston markets its products through a world-wide network of distributors, major reseller chains and independent dealers. As part of a continuing global effort to assure customers with the highest levels of both quality products and service, Kingston is ISO 9001 CERTIFIED.

For additional information on any of Kingstons memory upgrade products, please contact Kingston Technology at (800) 337-8410.

To contact Kingston Technology's Public Relations Department simply e-mail or contact:

    PEGGY KELLY

 KINGSTON TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION

 (714) 435-2615 (VOICE)

 (714) 438-2720 (FAX)

 688-8365 (MCI MAIL)

 INTERNET: PEGGY_KELLY@KINGSTON.COM


Interleaf Intellecte/BusinessWeb
Interleaf Announces Intellecte/BusinessWeb: New Web Technology Manages and Delivers Mission-Critical Business Documents Across the Enterprise

Open solution ensures availability of up-to-date business documents through low-cost Internet technology

Waltham, MA -- January 22, 1996 -- Interleaf, Inc. (NASDAQ:LEAF), today announced Intellecte/BusinessWeb, a new and unique business- oriented, cross-enterprise document management solution that exploits and controls the power of the Web. Intellecte/BusinessWeb provides easy access to business information by enabling the use of web browsers to locate and retrieve documents from enterprise document repositories. Intellecte/BusinessWeb is part of Interleaf's Intellecte family of integrated document management products designed to provide the right information to the right person, at the right time, in the right location and presentation.

Organizations are exploring the use of internal webs for controlled access to quantities of vital, interconnected corporate information. Intellecte/BusinessWeb offers new, enabling technology that makes web access to timely, accurate information possible. Users have easy Web access to enterprise information without the time-consuming, costly process of converting documents into HTML, posting them on the Web server, updating them and maintaining the links between documents. As a result, Intellecte/BusinessWeb users are not limited or delayed in their access to corporate information, and companies are freed from the resource overhead of managing and updating Web sites for this information.

Makes the Web a Business Process Tool

With this solution, corporate information can reside in multiple document management repositories or Web servers where it is structured and secure. Intellecte/BusinessWeb users, through a single user interface, access documents directly from environments that include revision control and workflow management. Access is provided through any standard Web browser which allows users to search for and retrieve business documents, bringing them to the user's desktop in virtually any file format.

Disciplined, Reliable Content

"The Web is one of the most profound developments in the history of computing. As organizations explore using this technology for delivering critical information, they cannot afford the liability of uncontrolled or out-of-date information," said Ed Koepfler, president and CEO of Interleaf. "Intellecte/BusinessWeb is the most powerful business solution for turning the information of an enterprise into a useful knowledge asset. This solution is the best of both worlds: the easy access of the Web, with the timely and disciplined content of a document management system."

"While it's very powerful, the Web is also chaotic. You can't be sure if the documents you see in a Web site are accurate and timely," said Carl Frappaolo, executive vice president of Delphi Consulting Group in Boston, Mass. "Intellecte/BusinessWeb is a layer of control, designed to plug and play with the Web. It eliminates the serious problems of link maintenance in HTML documents, and can help to make the virtual office a reality. Interleaf has shown a keen and well-thought-out understanding of the problem, and brings years of document management experience to solving it."

Architected for Openness

Intellecte/BusinessWeb is a modular, open solution designed to integrate easily with a variety of tools from other vendors. Users can access and view documents in the format of their choice, including Microsoft Word or any other word processing package, Adobe Acrobat PDF, Interleaf WorldView, PowerPoint, spreadsheets, PostScript, ASCII and any graphics format.

Intellecte/BusinessWeb is an open solution built on Liaison, Interleaf's unique, cross-product, client/server API and integration framework. Liaison allows users to implement Intellecte/BusinessWeb with any Web server. Liaison is designed to be compatible with the forthcoming Document Management Alliance (DMA) specification.

Business Users Already Seeing Benefits

Intellecte/BusinessWeb is now in use by several leading companies including Allen-Bradley and Storage Technology. According to Mike Howard, project manager at Storage Technology, "Intellecte/BusinessWeb allows us to put information online so we can turn it into knowledge for the entire corporation. In addition to our product specification documents, Intellecte/BusinessWeb allows us to provide controlled access to current information, including Storage Technology's policies and procedures, telephone book, benefits packages and newsletters, across the company. It allows us to re-use our documentation more efficiently."

Product Strengths

* Cross-Repository Retrieval allows the corporate knowledge base to reside in separate systems, yet still function as one integrated resource. This allows workgroups to manage their critical documents locally, while enabling documents to be simultaneously available to the enterprise via Web browsers.

* Dynamic Assembly extends Interleaf's ability to assemble compound, dynamic and live documents. Now, users retrieving documents across the Internet can take advantage of sophisticated document management and publishing capabilities for combining and manipulating documents and data.

* Automatic Real-time Distribution Across Multiple Channels enables the dissemination of entire documents and document components along several channels, such as CD-ROM, online and paper. Users have the utmost flexibility and control in distributing the right information to the right people and locations in the right time frame.

* Support for Multiple Document Types enables multiple distribution formats, a critical feature in enterprise-wide installations of document management. Users have the freedom to choose how they view the documents.

* Link Maintenance is significantly reduced because the document management system handles relationships between business documents.

* Workflow Integration successfully combines the management of a document's lifecycle and the business processes that create and utilize the document. Users can route documents through the enterprise so they follow a logical and effective progression.

* Application Templates enable developers to quickly create document management Web-based applications. Developers can create custom applications to meet the needs of their organizations or vertical markets.

As a leader in managing knowledge as a corporate asset, Interleaf is committed to managing current business-critical information across multiple sites for the World Wide Web, providing access to information across the widest array of presentations and formats. With Interleaf's family of products, users can access information via print-on-demand, online publishing, CD-ROM and web browsers. With Cyberleaf, Interleaf's powerful web publishing and management tool, users are able to create and maintain up-to-date sites for the World Wide Web, making these web sites valuable information resources. Now with Intellecte/BusinessWeb, Interleaf is leveraging web technology to offer a solution for timely, cost-effective access to key corporate information via the organization's intranet.

Pricing and Availability

Intellecte/BusinessWeb is available and in use now in an early access version. Full production versions of the BusinessWeb product will ship in April 1996. Pricing for the product is U.S. $25,000 for unlimited browser access.

Interleaf, Inc. is a leading worldwide supplier of document management and electronic and Internet-based publishing software and solutions. Interleaf's object-oriented, extensible technology enables organizations to gain competitive advantage by leveraging the knowledge assets contained in documents and by automating the business-critical processes that rely on documents. The Intellecte family of products is advanced, open software for the electronic assembly, management, retrieval, distribution and publishing of business-critical information. Interleaf is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, with offices around the world and over one million users worldwide. More information on Interleaf and its complete line of powerful document management solutions can be found on the World Wide Web: http://www.ileaf.com.


Winners of 2nd Annual Lotus Beacon Awards
LOTUS ANNOUNCES WINNERS OF THE SECOND ANNUAL BUSINESS PARTNERS BEACON AWARDS

AWARDS RECOGNIZE OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENTS BY LOTUS BUSINESS PARTNERS IN 15 CATEGORIES

ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 24, 1996 -- Lotus Development Corp. last night announced the winners of the Second Annual Lotus Business Partners Beacon Awards. Designed to honor outstanding achievements among Lotus Business Partners in several categories, the awards recognize leaders who have made major contributions to the global industry of products, solutions and services based on Lotus technologies. The winners, judged by a combination of industry experts and Lotus executives, were recognized at a ceremony in Orlando, Fla. The awards ceremony was held in conjunction with Lotusphere '96, Lotus' third annual worldwide technical and business conference.

"The industry around Lotus products -- from entrepreneurial startups to established companies -- provides solutions and services that accelerate adoption of Lotus technologies," said Don Bulens, vice president, Worldwide Partner Programs, Lotus Development Corp. "The combination of the talents and expertise of these 12,000 companies with the capabilities of the newly released Lotus Notes Release 4, provides limitless opportunity for strategic business applications that embrace the World Wide Web."

Lotus offers award winning client/server groupware, messaging and desktop applications. Its flagship product, Lotus Notes, enables users to communicate with colleagues, collaborate in teams, and coordinate strategic business processes.

Lotus Business Partners were able to nominate their own companies or other Business Partners for Beacon Awards in any of 14 categories. Business Partners were required to submit nomination entries, which included justification for their nominations, external references and additional supporting materials. This year, Lotus invited industry experts from the press and analyst community to judge individual categories, based on their area of focus and expertise. The entries were judged prior to the Lotusphere conference by those industry judges and representatives from Lotus. A fifteenth "surprise" category, Notes R4 Best In Showcase, was judged on-site at Lotusphere this year.

CATEGORIES AND WINNERS

The categories and winners of the Lotus Business Partners Beacon Awards included:

GREATEST IMPACT ON A CUSTOMER'S BUSINESS -- Critical applications that significantly and measurably improved a customer's core business processes. (Industry Judge: David Kodama/Advisor Publications)

WINNER: WINCHESTER BUSINESS SYSTEMS, INC.

BEST CROSS-INDUSTRY SOLUTION -- Creative solutions that target specific horizontal application areas such as sales force automation, human resource management, or customer service. (Industry Judge: Jesse Berst/Windows Watcher)

WINNER: EMERGING TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS, INC.

BEST INDUSTRY-SPECIFIC SOLUTION -- Business solutions that target specific vertical industries such as Healthcare, Financial Services, Pharmaceutical or Manufacturing. (Industry Judge: John Russell/Reseller Management)

WINNER: THE FUTURE NOW - CINCINNATI

MOST EFFECTIVE INTER-ENTERPRISE SOLUTION -- Notes-based solution that most effectively extends a business process across corporate boundaries to customers, suppliers, and/or partners. (Industry Judges: Patricia Schnaidt, Fritz Nelson/Network Computing)

WINNER: ELEKOM

MOST EFFECTIVE BUSINESS SOLUTION INTEGRATING NOTES AND SMARTSUITE -- Effectiveness in both solving business problems and demonstrating innovative and creative uses of SmartSuite/Notes integration technologies such as Notes/FX, NotesSQL, OLE, and Notes Mail. (Industry Judge: David Strom/David Strom, Inc.)

WINNER: PROTERM USCONNECT

MOST SOPHISTICATED IMPLEMENTATION OF A MESSAGING SOLUTION -- Complex, enterprise-wide mail-enabled applications that integrate multiple mail environments; highlights the best Notes, cc:Mail and/or Soft*Switch messaging solution. (Industry Judge: Paige Albiniak/Electronic Messaging News)

WINNER: SOLUTIONS BY DESIGN

MOST EFFECTIVE USE OF LOTUS COMPANION PRODUCTS -- Solutions that use Lotus Companion Products -- video, imaging or telephony -- to deliver maximum and measurable business benefits to customers. (Industry Judge: Eric Brown/Forrester Research)

WINNER: THE FUTURE NOW - ATLANTA

BEST SYSTEM ADMINISTRATION TOOL OR UTILITY -- System administration tool or utility vendor whose product delivers major value to IS organizations implementing and maintaining a Notes environment. (Industry Judge: Tom Austin/Gartner Group, Inc.)

WINNER: INTER-IBEX WORKGROUP SOLUTIONS, INC.

BEST APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT TOOL -- Application development tool vendor whose product delivers the most valuable extension to the applications development capabilities of Notes. (Industry Judge: Mark Cuban/Computer Reseller News)

WINNER: MAYFLOWER CONSULTING GROUP

BEST PARTNERING -- Partners who were most effective in working together to deliver a total customer solution. (Industry Judge: Cassimir Medford/VARBusiness)

WINNERS: DPI SERVICES, INC., MFJ INTERNATIONAL, QUALITY DECISION MANAGEMENT, INC., WORKFLOW DESIGNS, INC.

EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION -- Lotus Authorized Education Center that demonstrates superior educational programs. (Industry Judges: Ellen Julian, Rebecca Segal/(IDC) International Data Corporation)

WINNER: WORKFLOW DESIGNS, INC.

BEST PHILANTHROPIC SOLUTION -- Partner who has developed the most beneficial solution for a not-for-profit, environmental or humanitarian effort. (Industry Judge: Amy Wohl/Wohl Associates)

WINNER: UNITED SYSTEM SOLUTIONS

INNOVATION IN SALES OR MARKETING -- Partners who accelerate sales cycles, open new markets, or leverage marketing partnerships. (Industry Judge: Matt Cain/META Group, Inc.)

WINNER: INTERNATIONAL APPLICATION SOLUTIONS PTE LTD.

EXCELLENCE IN CUSTOMER SUPPORT -- Partner who consistently provides superior customer support for Lotus-based products or technologies. (Industry Judges: Karen Hamilton, Bill Springer, Allison Harris/Service News)

WINNER: JOHNSON CONSULTING, INC.

NOTES R4 BEST IN SHOWCASE -- Partner on-site at Lotusphere displaying the most innovative application leveraging Notes Release 4 functionality. (Industry Judge: David Marshak/Patricia Seybold Group)

WINNER: MFJ INTERNATIONAL

"The Beacon Awards are evidence of Lotus' commitment to the industry of third party application and service providers that has grown up around Lotus products," said Mark Cuban, columnist for Computer Reseller News and president of Radical Computing. "By recognizing outstanding achievements in this way, Lotus draws attention to the Lotus Business Partners who continue to offer breadth and depth of products and solutions that help customers maximize investments in Lotus technology."

The Lotus Business Partners Program supports the worldwide industry of more than 12,000 independent companies that develop and market Lotus-based products and services. The mission of the Business Partners Program is to empower software developers and service providers to deliver market-leading business solutions which maximize customer satisfaction. The tremendous interest in client/server messaging and groupware from customers throughout the world has created a large opportunity for Partners who can help apply this technology towards organizational effectiveness. Lotus is focused on helping these Partners profit from their Lotus-based products and services. Through the Business Partners Program, Lotus provides software, information, tools, support and marketing programs to meet the technical, business and support needs of Business Partners.

For more information about the Lotus Business Partners Program call 1-800-782-7876.

Lotus Development Corp., a wholly-owned subsidiary of IBM Corp., offers high quality software products and support services that reflect the company's unique understanding of the new ways in which individuals and businesses must work together to achieve success. Lotus' innovative approach is evident in a new class of applications that allows information to be accessed and communicated in ways never before possible, both within and beyond organizational boundaries. The company also provides numerous support services, both from its consulting division and its award-winning 24-hour support center.

EDITOR'S NOTE: All Lotus news releases are available on the Internet, via the Lotus Development Corp. Home Page at http://www.Lotus.com. The Lotus Home Page is an easy way to find information about Lotus and its business partners' products and services.

A copy of this release and other company information is also available via fax by dialing 1-800-57-LOTUS within the U.S. and Canada or 201-946-2336 outside the U.S. and Canada. Questions concerning the service should be directed to Lotus' corporate communications department at 617-693-5625.


Lotus Components Task-Focused Swr Modules
LOTUS ANNOUNCES LOTUS COMPONENTS

FIRST MAJOR VENDOR TO OFFER END-USER COMPONENT SOFTWARE; LOTUS COMPONENTS TO EXTEND NOTES BUSINESS SOLUTIONS

ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 22, 1996 -- Lotus Development Corp. today announced Lotus Components, a new line of small, task-focused software modules that extend the capabilities of Lotus Notes Release 4, the world's leading messaging and groupware product. Responding to a growing need for fast and easy-to-build applications, Lotus will be the first major vendor to deliver a component technology and product offering that supports open standards and provides Business Partners and developers with new business opportunities.

Widely available in the second quarter of 1996, Lotus Components will allow end-users of Notes Release 4 to select and use components within their familiar Notes environment. Developers can use Lotus Components to deliver more quickly customized software solutions for Notes. Additionally, developers who have access to the Lotus Component Developer Toolkit can create additional Lotus Components.

"For Lotus Business Partners and corporate developers, Lotus Components offer a set of tools to leverage Notes Release 4 as the premier container for deploying a wider class of business applications. This represents an exciting opportunity for our partners," said Jeffrey Beir, senior vice president, Lotus Desktop Business Group. "We've combined standards-based object technology with our working knowledge of Lotus Notes to take a leading position in the emerging components market."

Lotus expects to ship the following components for Notes Release 4: chart, data query, draw and diagram, file viewer, comment tool, project scheduler and spreadsheet. Lotus Components will be available later for use with Lotus SmartSuite and other containers.

Customers will be able to purchase Lotus Components through traditional reseller channels. As a means of offering additional support to customers, channel partners, Business Partners and corporate developers, Lotus will offer the Lotus Components Website (http://components.lotus.com.). This site will provide immediate access to updates, trials, demonstrations, sample applications and support, and a forum for feedback and product suggestions.

LOTUS COMPONENTS TO PROVIDE SOLUTIONS FOR NOTES END-USERS, NOTES APPLICATION DEVELOPERS AND BUSINESS PARTNERS, AND COMPONENT DEVELOPERS

Lotus Components offer significant opportunities and benefits for three key audiences: Notes end-users, Notes application developers and Business Partners, and component developers. For the end-user, Lotus Components make it easier and faster to complete everyday business tasks while remaining in the familiar Notes environment.

Lotus Components can be used on an "as needed basis" by visually selecting the component from within the Notes desktop using the Lotus Component Palette. Users can create richer Notes documents by embedding different types of components within one document. While working with the Lotus Component, the user can access known user interface features leveraging their existing Notes expertise and reducing their training needs.

For example, a sales manager working on the monthly sales report within Notes can choose to use a spreadsheet component in the document, add the monthly figures to the spreadsheet and then choose a chart component to graphically present the data inserted in the spreadsheet component. This process of "choosing" and "dropping" specific Lotus Components allows the user to achieve fast and focused results, eliminating the need to launch or use an Object Linking and Embedding (OLE) application. The result is a much faster work process and better performance due to low memory or storage overhead requirements.

For Notes application developers and Business Partners, Lotus Components provide a set of reusable, customizable and programmable software modules that allow them to create and deliver a wider variety of Notes business solutions while significantly reducing their development cycles. A Lotus Component can be embedded within a Notes business form and can also be customized as a template, letting corporations standardize common business practices.

Lotus Components have a consistent look and feel with the conventional Lotus user interface, including menu integration and support for SmartIcons, Properties Box and Status Bar. Lotus Components also take advantage of specific Notes Release 4 features such as LotusScript, Notes/FX 2.0, and security, and will work with any Windows 95 or Windows NT Notes client (Notes Mail, Notes Desktop, Notes). Lotus Components have a wide range of pre-defined properties and methods, allowing the Notes application developer to define how a Lotus Component looks and responds within a Notes application.

For component developers, Lotus Components represent a new business opportunity that addresses the needs of the growing Notes installed base. By using the Lotus Components Developer Toolkit, component developers can enhance a standard OLE Custom Control (OCX) to become a Lotus Component. For OCX developers this represents a significant opportunity as during the past six months, the Notes installed base has doubled and is now 4.5 million seats.

COMPONENT PRODUCT LINE

Lotus Components are based on OCX technology, the custom control architecture defined within the OLE specification. The Lotus Component product line comprises Starter Pack, Developer Toolkit, Template Builder, and the Product Warehouse.

* LOTUS COMPONENT STARTER PACK includes seven components: chart, data query, draw and diagram, file viewer, comment tool, project scheduler and spreadsheet, plus a collection of application development controls including button, picture, radio, check box, combo box, list box, slider, spinner, progress gauge, label, text box and outline.

* LOTUS COMPONENT DEVELOPER TOOLKIT provides Notes and OCX developers with the tools and specifications for creating Lotus Components. The toolkit includes a set of C++ header files, classes, DLLs, documentation and a tutorial with sample components. By using the toolkit's functionality, an OCX is "Notes-enabled", making it tightly integrated and easy to use within Notes Release 4.

* LOTUS COMPONENT TEMPLATE BUILDER allows application developers to create "customized" versions of components by adding their own data and styles to a standard Lotus Component.

* LOTUS COMPONENTS PRODUCT WAREHOUSE is a Notes Release 4 database for corporate internal distribution of Lotus Components.

Additionally, Lotus is announcing availability of the Lotus Components Website, a powerful electronic medium to bring Lotus closer to its customers. Through the Website, Lotus will offer immediate access to product information and will address product issues through on- line support. The Website will serve as a forum for users and vendors seeking to share the latest component technology information. Users and developers will be able to pilot and test components though regular trial offerings.

AVAILABILITY AND PRICING

Lotus Components will be widely available in the second quarter of 1996. Pricing will be as follows:

LOTUS COMPONENT STARTER PACK

For 1996, the Lotus Components Starter Pack will be available at an introductory estimated retail price (ERP) of $19 per seat for volume customers who purchase Notes through the Lotus Passport Program. The single user license ERP is $49 per seat. For Lotus Passport Maintenance customers owning SmartSuite and Notes in volume, the Lotus Component Starter Pack will be available at no charge in 1996.

A modified licensing model will be available to Business Partners who are embedding Lotus Components in "near shrinkwrap" Notes applications.

LOTUS COMPONENT DEVELOPER TOOLKIT

For customers purchasing the Lotus Components Developer Toolkit through the Lotus Passport Program, the ERP is $495. The Lotus Components Developer Toolkit will be delivered upon availability to Business Partners enrolled in the Lotus Business Partner program.

As part of Lotus' Global Product Strategy, Lotus Components will be available in additional languages. Information on availability of international versions will follow shortly after the initial shipment of beta in the U.S. For the latest information on the Lotus Component product line please refer to the Lotus Website (http://components.lotus.com.). Customers can call 1-800-555-5921 in the U.S., or in Canada at 1-800-GO-LOTUS.

Lotus Notes is the leading client-server platform for developing and deploying strategic groupware applications that help organizations communicate, collaborate and coordinate strategic business processes within and beyond their organizational boundaries to achieve improved business results. More than 8,000 companies and 4.5 million people use Notes to improve key business processes such as customer service, sales and account management, and product development. Lotus Notes supports all major operating systems including IBM OS/2 Warp, Apple Mac OS, UNIX platforms including IBM AIX, Sun Solaris, HP-UX, and SCO OpenServer, and Microsoft Windows and Windows NT. Notes is also available as a NetWare loadable module for the Novell environment.

Lotus Development Corp., a subsidiary of IBM Corp., offers high quality software products and support services that reflect the company's unique understanding of the new ways in which individuals and businesses must work together to achieve success. Lotus' innovative approach is evident in a new class of applications that allows information to be accessed and communicated in ways never before possible, both within and beyond organizational boundaries. The company also provides numerous support services, both from its consulting division and its award-winning 24-hour support center.

All prices and terms are for the USA only.

EDITOR'S NOTE: All Lotus news releases and other collateral are available on the Internet, via the Lotus Development Corp. Home Page at http://www.Lotus.com. The Lotus Home Page is an easy way to find information about Lotus and its business partners' products and services.


Lotus Expands SmartSuite Distribution
LOTUS EXPANDS DISTRIBUTION OF SMARTSUITE

ANNOUNCES AGREEMENTS WITH AST, EPSON AND IBM

ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 22, 1996 -- Lotus Development Corp. today announced agreements to make Lotus SmartSuite, a complete suite of personal productivity applications, available with business and personal computers shipped by AST Research Inc., Epson America Inc. and IBM. With these agreements, Lotus SmartSuite will become available to 5.5 million personal computer users worldwide this year.

"These partnerships are a key element in our plans to move aggressively to win new SmartSuite customers," said Jeff Papows, Lotus' executive vice president and chief operating officer. "These agreements will provide customers with the combination of award-winning software and the quality, service and support that these personal computer vendors offer."

"According to 1995 International Data Corp. (IDC) year-end forecasts, new worldwide shipments of office suites will reach more than 11 million units in 1996," said Nicole Roth Miller, senior analyst, IDC. "With these agreements, Lotus is positioned to capture a significant percentage of new shipments in 1996."

LOTUS SMARTSUITE AVAILABLE TO BROAD BASE OF USERS

Under the agreements, Lotus SmartSuite becomes available to a wide range of PC customers -- mobile computer users, home users and commercial customers -- providing them with Word Pro, Freelance Graphics, Approach, 1-2-3, Organizer and ScreenCam. Lotus SmartSuite will be available to purchasers of the following product lines.

AST'S ADVANTAGE! -- SmartSuite 96 Edition for Windows 95 will be pre-loaded on this line of multimedia home and home office PCs beginning in the first quarter.

EPSON'S ACTIONNOTE SERIES -- SmartSuite 4.0 for Windows 3.1 is available pre-loaded to purchasers of any ActionNote 910C PCs.

IBM'S APTIVA, THINKPAD, IBM PC 300 AND IBM PC 700 SERIES -- SmartSuite is available with Aptiva, a line of PCs targeted toward home users; ThinkPad, the award-winning notebook PCs for mobile users; and the IBM 300 and IBM PC 700 series PCs targeted toward IBM commercial customers.

Lotus desktop applications are defined by enhanced team computing features, tight integration with the Internet and enhanced programmability capabilities. SmartSuite 96 Edition for Windows 95 comprises completely rearchitected 32-bit versions of the Word Pro 96 word processor, Freelance Graphics 96 presentation graphics application, Approach 96 database and SmartCenter 96 suite command center, as well as updated versions of the 1-2-3 spreadsheet, Organizer personal and group scheduler, and ScreenCam multimedia tool for creating audio/visual presentations. SmartSuite 4.0 for Windows 3.1 includes Word Pro, Freelance Graphics 2.1, 1-2-3 Release 5, Approach 3.0, Organizer 2.1 and ScreenCam 2.0.

As part of Lotus' Global Product Strategy, U.S. English, International English, French, Italian, Japanese, German and Spanish versions of SmartSuite 96 Edition for Windows 95 are currently shipping. The product is scheduled to be available in additional languages including Danish, Dutch, Finnish, Hungarian, Norwegian, Brazilian Portuguese, Swedish, Polish and Czech. Traditional and simplified Chinese and Korean versions will be available in the first quarter of 1996, pending general availability of Windows 95 in those languages.

Lotus Development Corp., a subsidiary of IBM Corp., offers high quality software products and support services that reflect the company's unique understanding of the new ways in which individuals and businesses must work together to achieve success. Lotus' innovative approach is evident in a new class of applications that allows information to be accessed and communicated in ways never before possible, both within and beyond organizational boundaries. The company also provides numerous support services, both from its consulting division and its award-winning 24-hour support center.

All prices and terms are for the USA only.

EDITOR'S NOTE: All Lotus news releases and other SmartSuite collateral are available on the Internet, via the Lotus Development Corp. Home Page at http://www.Lotus.com. The Lotus Home Page is an easy way to find information about Lotus and its business partners' products and services.


Technology & Teamwork Key to Business Future
TECHNOLOGY AND TEAMWORK SEEN AS KEY TO FUTURE OF AMERICAN BUSINESS

NATIONAL SURVEY FINDS 4 OUT OF 5 MANAGERS ADMIT TO NOT KNOWING ENOUGH ABOUT TECHNOLOGY

ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 22, 1996 -- In a national survey of 1,000 American business managers, more than 90% say teamwork and technology will be critical to success in the global economy. The same study found that 80% of the executives feel they aren't well informed about technologies they will use to improve teamwork.

The study, conducted by Roper Starch Worldwide on behalf of Lotus Development Corp., found that:

* 94% of managers believe that teamwork is "very important to their company's success;"

* more than 70% feel that technology can help overcome obstacles to good teamwork, such as lack of collaboration, unshared knowledge, personal biases, and differing communication styles;

* 51% of managers feel technology's benefits have a greater impact on teams than on individuals while just 29% feel the impact is greater on individuals; and

* 72% of the executives want their teams to utilize technology more fully.

Despite these findings, less than one-quarter of executives claim to "know a lot about" team technologies such as on-line computer services (22%), computer networks (15%), and the Internet/World Wide Web (9%).

"Recent studies find many people blaming technology for job elimination and corporate layoffs," said Nick Tortorello, Roper Starch Worldwide senior vice president. "However, this survey clearly shows that managers believe that because technology has the power to knock down common obstacles to effective teamwork, it is key to ensuring that American businesses will grow and prosper in the global economy. Managers indicate that they need more technical knowledge themselves to make this a reality."

TEAMWORK AND THE TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE GAP

The Lotus/Roper Survey on Teamwork and Technology found that most managers have worked on at least nine different kinds of teams at their companies, including departmental teams, inter-departmental teams, project teams and marketing teams. Managers are pessimistic about teamwork in the nation as a whole with just 46% saying that the American workplace encourages teamwork. However, 87% of managers, perhaps reflecting their confidence in their own management ability, say their own company has a strong approach to teamwork. While respondents laud the competitive advantages technology offers their teams, more than 7 out of 10 managers feel that teamwork-enabling technology is not being fully utilized by teams in their company.

Importantly, costs were not identified as a major impediment. For instance, only 27% of managers agreed that their "company can't afford the technologies associated with computer networks right now." The survey results point to a "technical knowledge gap" on the part of American managers.

Managers nationwide overwhelmingly agree that many of today's new technologies will become pervasive in the future. For instance, 91% of managers say they are likely to use computer networks in the future; 85% feel they will use on-line computer services; and 75% will use the Internet/World Wide Web. Yet, less than 25% of managers claim to "know a lot about" any one of these technologies.

"This is a classic knowledge gap in which an important new technology is available but not universally adopted due not so much to financial barriers as to intellectual barriers," said Tortorello. "Some companies will exploit these new tools faster than others and gain a competitive advantage."

CLOSING THE GAP

The Lotus/Roper survey suggests that managers are highly motivated to close the corporate technical knowledge gap. For example, when asked whether they agreed with nine statements about computer networks, almost 95% of managers responded that computer networks can make work more interesting, that they might enjoy working with the technologies associated with networks, and that they are still learning all of the possible uses of these technologies. About 9 in 10 managers (89%) also agreed that "the technologies associated with computer networks will make me more successful."

"The Lotus/Roper Survey on Teamwork and Technology suggests that tools which help people work together are vitally important to corporate managers," said Michael D. Zisman, Lotus executive vice-president and chief executive officer. "Incomplete adoption of the technology and low technical knowledge among some managers creates an opportunity for other managers to move first and enjoy a marketplace advantage."

RESEARCH DESIGN

The Lotus/Roper Survey on Teamwork and Technology is based on 1,000 random telephone interviews conducted during the period of Dec. 15, 1995 and Jan. 12, 1996, with a nationwide sample of American managers in large and middle market companies. Data results in this report are projectable to the universe of American managers with a margin of sampling error of +/- 3 percentage points on the totals. The margin of sampling error for subgroups, by definition, is somewhat higher.

Lotus Development Corp., a subsidiary of IBM Corp., offers high quality software products and support services that reflect the company's unique understanding of the new ways in which individuals and businesses must work together to achieve success. Lotus' innovative approach is evident in a new class of applications that allows information to be accessed and communicated in ways never before possible, both within and beyond organizational boundaries. The company also provides numerous support services, from its consulting division, its education division and its award-winning 24-hour support center.

EDITOR'S NOTE: All Lotus news releases and other SmartSuite collateral are available on the Internet, via the Lotus Development Corp. Home Page at http://www.Lotus.com. The Lotus Home Page is an easy way to find information about Lotus and its business partners' products and services.

A copy of this release and other company information is also available via fax by dialing 1-800-57-LOTUS within the U.S. and Canada or 201-946-2336 outside the U.S. and Canada. Questions concerning the service should be directed to Lotus' corporate communications department at 617-693-5625.


Lotus Launches Notes Release 4
LOTUS LAUNCHES NOTES RELEASE 4; EXTENDS LEAD IN MESSAGING AND GROUPWARE MARKET WITH 13.6 MILLION SEATS AND 12,000+ BUSINESS PARTNERS

RELEASES TO MANUFACTURING NOTES RELEASE 4 FOR UNIX SERVERS

ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 22, 1996 -- Lotus Development Corp. today launched Lotus Notes Release 4, the new version of the world's best-selling messaging and groupware software to 9,000 Lotus Business Partners and customers attending Lotusphere '96. Lotus also announced that it has begun manufacturing Lotus Notes Release 4 for IBM AIX, Sun Solaris on SPARCsystems, and HP-UX. The installed base for Notes has doubled in the past six months and now totals 4.5 million seats. The combined installed base for Notes and Lotus' cc:Mail LAN-based e-mail product exceeds 13.5 million seats, nearly double its size one year ago.

"Today's record gathering of independent software vendors, systems integrators, application developers and consultants is testimony to the vibrant industry that continues to grow around Lotus Notes and is further proof that Notes is far ahead of any other groupware or messaging product -- or any client/server product in the market today," said Jeff Papows, Lotus' executive vice president and chief operating officer.

"With Notes Release 4, Lotus has delivered the open, secure, reliable and scalable infrastructure that businesses need to build for the future. Equally important, we believe this new version makes Notes truly the central access point where users in organizations of all sizes will want to go every day to find and share all information they need -- whether it's located in e-mail, relational databases or host-based systems, a favorite desktop application, or on the World Wide Web," Papows said.

NOTES UNIX SERVERS READY FOR PRIME TIME

Lotus has begun manufacturing Lotus Notes Release 4 servers for IBM AIX, Sun Solaris on SPARCsystems, and HP-UX -- all critical components to the company's multiplatform Notes strategy. Notes servers for UNIX systems include support for symmetric multiprocessor UNIX systems, as well as Lotus' InterNotes Web Navigator, providing direct access to the World Wide Web from within Notes. Later this quarter, Lotus will deliver UNIX-based versions of its InterNotes Web Publisher 2.0, offering UNIX customers the ability to publish Notes-based information to users of generic Web browsers. Notes clients for UNIX will ship in Q2 1996.

Notes Release 4 supports 16 platforms and 20 languages.

12,000+ BUSINESS PARTNERS

With more than 12,000 members worldwide, the industry of Lotus Business Partners has grown by more than 50 percent in the past year, providing customers with a wealth of off-the-shelf Notes applications, and assistance with designing, customizing, and implementing Notes-based groupware and messaging solutions, as well as new Notes-based Internet applications. Among the 170 Notes products and services being announced today are those designed to enhance Notes in areas such as administration, development tools, horizontal and vertical solutions, information services, Internet integration, and migration.

DEFINING THE FUTURE

Lotus also is previewing a number of leading-edge technologies and strategic initiatives that will appear with future enhancements to Lotus products. These include:

INTEGRATION WITH WORLD WIDE WEB TECHNOLOGIES -- Building on new Lotus InterNotes Web Publisher and InterNotes Web Navigator products, Lotus is previewing support for Sun Microsystems' Java programming language. Notes users surfing the Web will be able to click on an object and download any of the small Internet-based programs or Java applets that exist on the Web, then integrate them with Notes applications, rather than being restricted to programs resident on their PCs.

LOTUS COMPONENTS -- New small, task-focused modules that extend the application possibilities for Notes Release 4. For end-users, Lotus Components make it easier and faster to complete everyday business tasks - such as creating a chart, performing a data query, or using a spreadsheet -- while remaining in the familiar Notes environment. For Notes application developers, Lotus Components provide a set of reusable, customizable and programmable software modules to allow them to create and deliver a wider variety of Notes business solutions, while reducing development cycles and costs.

NOTES EAPPS -- A set of Lotus Notes-based "electronic application frameworks" enabling customers to rapidly deploy Web-enabled applications. eApps will provide a set of building blocks and tools specifically designed to extend a corporation's publishing, marketing, customer service or electronic commerce applications to the Internet.

CALENDARING AND SCHEDULING (C&S) -- An upcoming release of Notes will include the integration of enterprise-wide calendaring and scheduling capabilities in all Notes clients, and full interoperability with Lotus Organizer clients. Notes and Organizer users will be able to schedule meetings with each other via Notes, cc:Mail, or IBM OfficeVision, providing built-in Notes calendaring and scheduling across the enterprise.

NOTES NIC, THE NOTES NETWORK INFORMATION CENTER SITE -- A new Lotus Web site (http:///www.notes.net) will enable users to access Notes Release 4 technical support information, maintenance and early adopters' releases, offering a first look at future functionality.

Lotus Notes is the leading client-server platform for developing and deploying strategic groupware applications that help organizations communicate, collaborate and coordinate strategic business processes within and beyond their organizational boundaries to achieve improved business results. More than 8,000 companies and 4.5 million people use Notes to improve key business processes such as customer service, sales and account management, and product development. Lotus Notes supports all major operating systems: IBM OS/2 Warp, Apple Mac OS, UNIX platforms including IBM AIX, Sun Solaris, HP-UX, and SCO OpenServer, and Microsoft Windows and Windows NT. Notes is also available as a NetWare loadable module for the Novell environment.

Lotus Development Corp., a subsidiary of IBM Corp., offers high quality software products and support services that reflect the company's unique understanding of the new ways in which individuals and businesses must work together to achieve success. Lotus' innovative approach is evident in a new class of applications that allows information to be accessed and communicated in ways never before possible, both within and beyond organizational boundaries. The company also provides numerous support services, both from its consulting division and its award-winning 24-hour support center.

All prices and terms are for the U.S. only.

EDITOR'S NOTE: All Lotus news releases are available on the Internet, via the Lotus Development Corp. Home Page at http://www.Lotus.com. The Lotus Home Page is an easy way to find information about Lotus and its business partners' products and services.

A copy of this release and other company information is also available via fax by dialing 1-800-57-LOTUS within the U.S. and Canada or 201-946-2336 outside the U.S. and Canada. Questions concerning the service should be directed to Lotus' corporate communications department at 617-693-5625.


Lotus Enterprise Support Program Announced
LOTUS ANNOUNCES ENTERPRISE SUPPORT PROGRAM

LOTUS CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROVIDES COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAM FOR ENTERPRISE- WIDE CUSTOMERS

ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 22, 1996 -- Lotus Development Corp. today announced availability of the Enterprise Support Program for Lotus Notes and cc:Mail customers. The program was developed to provide customers deploying Lotus products enterprise-wide a simple, flexible and comprehensive plan that ensures maximum return on their investment in Lotus Notes and cc:Mail.

Lotus' Enterprise Support Program comprises a set of interdependent service offerings designed to work together to provide the most direct, cost-effective support; a relationship-based approach, extending beyond "issue-based" support. Customers purchasing the Enterprise offering benefit from consistent, ongoing contact with a senior Lotus engineer, on-site services, emergency assistance, access to all of Lotus' Electronic Services and round-the-clock access into the most senior level telephone support group, all in accordance with Lotus' defined Service Level and Responsiveness Guidelines.

"Customers with mission-critical Notes or cc:Mail applications have made major investments in their networking environments and have complex service requirements," said Jim McMullen, vice president, Americas Support. "Our Enterprise Support program gives customers the security of knowing their issues will be dealt with in the most immediate fashion, either by phone or in-person, 24 hours a day, every day, by senior staff who are well acquainted with the customer's systems environment and business requirements. We believe that the comprehensiveness, responsiveness and cost-effectiveness of the Enterprise Support Program makes it the best systems level support option available to our enterprise customers," added McMullen.

ENTERPRISE SUPPORT PROGRAM FEATURES

The Lotus Enterprise Support Program provides a robust and comprehensive support program including the following new features:

* ENTERPRISE SUPPORT MANAGER (ESM) -- provides a single support resource to manage, escalate and monitor the customer's issues. The ESM is the liaison to development, QA and product management teams. The ESM handles severity one incidents directly, hosts technical briefings at Lotus, and makes four site visits each year, guaranteeing dedicated, comprehensive personalized and direct support.

* 24X7 ADVANCED TELEPHONE SUPPORT -- guarantees customers the highest level of support round the clock. This direct access into Lotus Advanced Telephone Support enables customers to select ten internal individuals to make an unlimited number of support calls into Lotus, five of whom have a direct support relationship with their ESM. Enterprise customers have highest priority access into a specifically designated phone number with all technical inquiries monitored and managed by the customer's designated ESM.

* SERVICE LEVEL GUIDELINES -- published document providing detail of the processes and guidelines employed by the Advanced Telephone Support group at Lotus. The document defines usage terms and customer responsibilities, severity codes, incident escalation process and more.

* EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE -- access to senior level technical engineers 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to provide on-site diagnosis within 24 hours of notification of mission critical problems.

* ON-SITE SUPPORT -- provides 12 days of one-on-one support from Lotus' senior technical engineers for individual attention and proactive on-site services to assist in the installation, deployment, configuration and continued use of Lotus products. Lotus engineers help customers jump-start installation and configuration, train IS personnel, audit current configurations for performance and optimization and configure systems to handle long-term needs.

* ELECTRONIC CONNECTION AND SUPPORT -- through Lotus' electronic and automated services, customers can take advantage of the best electronic support tools in the industry. These tools include a Notes database that captures discussion items and other information, shared directly with the customer. Named callers can post support questions here and are guaranteed initial response within 24 business hours. There is also an ESM database, directly shared between the customer and their ESM, as a repository of all support interaction with Lotus.

In addition, customers can take advantage of Lotus' industry-leading on-line tools such as Lotus Knowledge Base, FAX Support on Demand, and the Lotus Bulletin Board on CompuServe, as well as the Lotus Home Page on the World Wide Web. These tools provide customers with technical support data logged daily by Lotus's developers, as well as troubleshooting tips, data sheets on new releases, white papers, training program schedules and more, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

"Enterprise customers are more sophisticated than ever. They demand both responsiveness and flexibility from their support partners," said Bob Johnson, director and principal analyst of Software Services, Dataquest. "Programs like Lotus' Enterprise Support meet their needs by offering multiple remote and on-site options that are molded to specific goals to reduce risk and maximize the return on enterprise-wide technology investments."

"The Enterprise Support Program is a significant component of Lotus' global support strategy, constructed through active customer input and is the result of over six months of in-depth pilot testing involving high level enterprise accounts," added Peter Aird, vice president, International Support.

AVAILABILITY

The Enterprise Support Program is available now for Lotus Notes and cc:Mail customers in the U.S. and is sold directly through Lotus. Worldwide availability will follow by mid-1996.

OTHER LOTUS CUSTOMER SUPPORT AND SERVICE OPTIONS

In addition to the Enterprise Support Program, Lotus continues to offer it's Passport Premium Support program, available since 1994 from qualified Lotus Resellers. Passport is a volume purchase program for acquiring and upgrading Lotus software and services. Passport is designed to simplify enterprise-wide management of software in organizations with 50 or more personal computers. Premium Support offers customers global support services for Lotus' entire product- line. Customers can buy as much or as little support as their organizations require.

The Lotus Customer Support organization has pioneered a variety of flexible support options to assist customers ranging from the individual desktop user to the global organization operating mission critical applications on a Notes network. Lotus also offers Automated Support Services, end-user contracts, "pay-as-you-go" options, 24x7 telephone coverage, Field Support Services and the Support Account Management (SAM) Program.  Lotus international support is provided through 14 major support centers and a network of support business partners on five continents in 13 different languages. For more information on Enterprise Support or any Lotus Customer Support offering in the U.S., call 1-800-553-4270, or contact your local Lotus office.

Lotus Development Corp., a wholly-owned subsidiary of IBM Corp., offers high quality software products and support services that reflect the company's unique understanding of the new ways in which individuals and businesses must work together to achieve success. Lotus' innovative approach is evident in a new class of applications that allows information to be accessed and communicated in ways never before possible, both within and beyond organizational boundaries. The company also provides numerous support services, from its consulting division, its education and training division, and its award-winning 24-hour support center.

EDITOR'S NOTE: All Lotus news releases are available on the Internet, via the Lotus Development Corp. Home Page at http://www.Lotus.com. The Lotus Home Page is an easy way to find information about Lotus and its business partners' products and services.

A copy of this release and other company information is also available via fax by dialing 1-800-57-LOTUS within the U.S. and Canada or 201-946-2336 outside the U.S. and Canada. Questions concerning the service should be directed to Lotus' corporate communications department at 617-693-5625.

All prices and terms for the US only.


Lotus Notes Release 4 Certification & Educ
LOTUS ANNOUNCES NOTES RELEASE 4 CERTIFICATION AND EDUCATION CURRICULUM

INNOVATIVE NEW "TASK-BASED" PROGRAM WILL EXPEDITE LEARNING CURVE FOR NOTES RELEASE 4

ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 22, 1996 -- Lotus Development Corp. today announced availability of new certification programs and education curriculum materials developed specifically for Notes Release 4. Notes, the world's leading messaging and groupware product, began shipping earlier this month. New Lotus Education programs include performance-based professional certification, task-based instructor-led and self-paced classes, and new business user-designed seminars to ensure smooth Notes Release 4 deployment.

The curricula for Lotus Authorized Education Centers (LAECs) and their customers cover the advanced technical functionality of Notes Release 4 and are fundamentally constructed to teach competency in common job tasks. This new approach was adopted in response to in-depth research by the Educational Testing Service on how users actually use Notes in their day-to-day work. This task-based approach, which focuses on the transfer of knowledge needed by customers to complete specific job tasks, will significantly shorten learning cycles and save corporate training expenses.

"IS managers considering moving to Notes Release 4 can feel confident that Lotus and its Business Partners have comprehensive offerings already in place to assist corporate users with the education and training process needed for a new product," said Jim Krzywicki, vice president, Lotus Education and Certification. "The new education curriculum will make deployment of Notes Release 4 that much easier by increasing training efficiency."

NOTES RELEASE 4 CURRICULUM

The Notes Release 4 curriculum incorporates learning objectives, in both the instructor-led and self-paced courses, transferring knowledge not only about the functions and features of the product, but also on how to apply the technology effectively in performing specific job functions. The learning objectives are also mapped to the certification exams, ensuring that individuals achieving Certified Lotus Professional (CLP) status are able to demonstrate competency in the defined set of tasks required of them as application developers, system administrators and service providers.

To ensure that the new curriculum reflects the needs of the Lotus Notes marketplace and is of the highest quality, substantial investments in additional resources were made, including the addition of a staff psychometrician to oversee curriculum test development. Development initiatives include:

* Collaboration with the developers of Notes Release 4 to ensure that educational programs reflect the new features and functions of the product;

* Partnering with subject matter experts from the channel to incorporate additional business perspectives;

* Appropriate content and instructional depth;

* Curriculum translation into Japanese, Taiwanese, French, Italian, German and Spanish.

"Lotus Education has invested in the development of a totally new educational program that maps to performance-based learning objectives," said Ellen Julian, senior analyst, International Data Corp. "This 'task-oriented' approach will help trainers and users reach competency more quickly and effectively which is good news for IS managers contemplating migration to Notes Release 4."

BUSINESS EDUCATION SEMINAR SERIES

In addition to assuming the management and delivery of Accelerated Value Method (AVM) courses, as part of the overall Business Education Seminar Series, Lotus Education has also begun the roll-out of an Executive Education Seminar Series focused on business issues and strategic planning for the enterprise. The seminars will facilitate discussions to address leveraging the Notes technology to increase productivity and maximize return on investment. Senior Managers will explore topics including: Business process management and Integration of teams, tasks and technology.

CHANNEL ENABLEMENT

As a result of the enablement programs implemented during the Notes Release 4 Test Build phase, instructor-led user training is available through more than 500 LAECs worldwide. Lotus has been highly committed to ensuring that both the LAEC and Business Partner communities are ready to service Notes Release 4 customers upon product release.

One of the pre-release offerings developed by Lotus Education to jump-start partners and training centers was the Education Connection. The Education Connection included a comprehensive package of self-paced education materials specific to a Notes Release 4 Test Build, as well as a new distance learning tool for Certified Lotus Instructors. LAECs are fully prepared to educate and assist users in recertification planning.

According to LAEC member Krista Curtiss, commercial account manager, Quality System Inc., "We have been preparing for Notes Release 4 over the past few months and, thanks to Lotus and the Education Connection, have met our goal to be totally up to speed and ready to handle customer needs."

In addition to the pre-release enablement materials, a new seminar product has been developed to assist LAECs in introducing Notes Release 4 training and deployment. Seminar-in-a-Box is a starter kit providing LAECs all the materials they need to host introductory Notes Release 4 seminars at their individual sites, for new or prospective customers. The format is flexible enough to be delivered with technical, hands-on exposure or as a shorter "marketing" overview.

CERTIFIED LOTUS PROFESSIONALS (CLP)

The CLP program continues to provide a method for quantitatively measuring product knowledge among technical professionals using Notes. A CLP designation ensures that the people and organizations administering and developing Lotus products and applications have met Lotus' stringent technical requirements and are able to apply their knowledge effectively in a job performance environment. The new certification designations for Notes Release 4 incorporate the task-based curriculum objectives and set the standard that is demanded by the industry to support the innovative new technology demonstrated in Notes Release 4.

The CLP designations for Notes Release 4 include:

* APPLICATION DEVELOPER - directed toward individuals responsible for building database Notes applications that automate workflow between several departments.

* PRINCIPAL APPLICATION DEVELOPER - directed toward individuals responsible for building enterprise-wide Notes applications that encompass multiple databases, departments, and tasks in and outside of Notes.

* SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR - directed toward individuals experienced in Notes server installation, server monitoring and statistics, server maintenance and operations, certification, managing multiple Notes domains and controlling Notes communications.

* PRINCIPAL SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR - directed toward those who have achieved Systems Administrator status while also proving expertise in the ability to integrate additional communication product technology.

Notes Release 4 certification exams are currently available worldwide through Sylvan Prometric (formerly Drake Prometric). For more information, contact the Lotus Education Helpline at 800-346-6409 or 617-693-4436.

ABOUT LOTUS EDUCATION

Lotus Education is a worldwide organization dedicated to providing consistent, high-quality training and education programs to users of Lotus Notes, cc:Mail and the full range of Lotus desktop products. Its mission is to positively impact worldwide competence in the industry as it relates to rapid deployment and effective use of Lotus products in organizations.

Lotus Development Corp., a subsidiary of IBM Corp., offers high quality software products and support services that reflect the company's unique understanding of the new ways in which individuals and businesses must work together to achieve success. Lotus' innovative approach is evident in a new class of applications that allows information to be accessed and communicated in ways never before possible, both within and beyond organizational boundaries. The company also provides numerous support services, from its consulting division, its education division and its award-winning 24-hour support center.

EDITOR'S NOTE: All Lotus news releases are available on the Internet, via the Lotus Development Corp. Home Page at http://www.Lotus.com. The Lotus Home Page is an easy way to find information about Lotus and its business partners' products and services.

A copy of this release and other company information is also available via fax by dialing 1-800-57-LOTUS within the U.S. and Canada or 201-946-2336 outside the U.S. and Canada. Questions concerning the service should be directed to Lotus' corporate communications department at 617-693-5625.

All prices and terms for the US only.


Lotus Products Integrated with SAP R/3
LOTUS ANNOUNCES INTEGRATION OF PRODUCTS WITH SAP R/3

RELATIONSHIP INCLUDES PRODUCT INTEGRATION AND SUPPORT

ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 22, 1996 -- Lotus Development Corp. today announced the Lotus Connection for SAP R/3, which integrates Lotus products with SAP R/3 client/server enterprise business solutions. The Lotus Connection for SAP R/3 allows users of the R/3 system to use Lotus' desktop and communications applications to analyze, enhance and distribute SAP report data. This integration is part of a broader relationship between Lotus and SAP, that includes a product integration and a technical support agreement.

SAP is the leading supplier of integrated client/server applications for financials, cost accounting, asset management, human resource management, sales and distribution, and product planning, as well as industry specific add-on modules developed by SAP and their partners.

The Lotus Connection for SAP R/3 provides a link for users of all SAP applications to access Lotus products. This integration will allow SAP users to analyze, enhance and distribute SAP report data using Lotus' award winning desktop applications, as well as Lotus Notes. Examples include using Lotus 1-2-3 for financial analysis, Lotus Ami Pro or Lotus Word Pro to create mail merged letters, Lotus Approach for querying and reporting, Lotus Freelance Graphics for presentations and Lotus Notes for distribution of SAP data throughout organizations.

"Today's organizations need easy ways to communicate, collaborate and coordinate activities within teams," said Michael D. Zisman, executive vice-president and CEO, Lotus Development Corp. "This new interface links critical business information stored in SAP applications with the input and ideas generated within these teams using Lotus desktop applications and Lotus Notes. This integration will provide enhanced value to the IT infrastructure of our mutual customers."

The Lotus Connection for SAP R/3 includes several functions that allow users of Lotus products to integrate easily SAP data using features with which they are familiar. For example, a number of additional features have been developed specifically for Lotus 1-2-3 that simplify the analysis of SAP structured data. These include dynamic viewing, outlining, and charting, as well as the ability to create spreadsheet templates into which SAP data can be loaded, further streamlining the creation of standard spreadsheet reports. In addition, many Lotus Business Partners and customers are already integrating Notes and SAP on an individual project basis using the Notes API and the SAP desktop integration API.

"SAP is very pleased to be able to offer our customers the benefits of integration with Lotus products," said Paul Wahl, executive vice-president for Marketing and Basis Development, SAP. "The Lotus SmartSuite applications make it possible to analyze and present SAP data more powerfully. This valuable information can be integrated more effectively into corporate communication decision making. This partnership with Lotus, our mutual commitment to technical support and joint technology development are a great step forward for both our companies."

"The Lotus Connection for SAP R/3 will allow ICI businesses using R/3 to integrate traditional transaction-based information with unstructured information," said David Taylor, Senior Consultant, IS Strategy Group, ICI Americas. "Integrating their business information through this interface allows them to respond quickly to changing business requirements."

RELATIONSHIP INCLUDES PRODUCT INTEGRATION AND SUPPORT

In conjunction with this product integration agreement, Lotus and SAP are committed to providing the high level of support that customers expect when implementing Lotus products in mission-critical environments. To support customers on a 24-hour by seven-day basis, SAP has established a network of service centers. Customers will be able to call one hotline number to get support for the Lotus Connection for SAP R/3. First line technical support for all customer solutions will be provided through SAP's hotline and/or the SAP Business Partners Hotline. Lotus will provide backup support for the integration software through dedicated Lotus support resources that will work as an integrated part of SAP's support organization located at SAP headquarters in Walldorf, Germany.

PRICING AND AVAILABILITY

The Lotus Connection for SAP R/3 is being distributed free of charge as an integrated feature along with R/3 software starting with R/3 Version 2.2H or 3.0C. These versions will be available in the first quarter of 1996. The Lotus Connection for SAP R/3 will be available simultaneously in English, International English, Japanese, French, Italian, German and Spanish.

For more information about the Lotus Connection for SAP R/3 contact Lotus at 1-800-343-5414, in Canada at 1-800-GO-LOTUS or outside North America, contact your local Lotus office.

SmartSuite 96 Edition for Windows 95 and SmartSuite 4.0 for Windows 3.1 offer users a complete suite of desktop applications for those who work independently or collaborate in teams. SmartSuite 96 comprises completely rearchitected 32-bit versions of the Word Pro 96 word processor, Freelance Graphics 96 presentation graphics application, Approach 96 database and SmartCenter 96 suite command center, as well as updated versions of the 1-2-3 spreadsheet, Organizer personal and group scheduler, and ScreenCam multimedia tool for creating audio/visual presentations. SmartSuite 4.0 for Windows 3.1 includes the Word Pro 96 word processor, Freelance Graphics 2.1 presentation graphics application, 1-2-3 spreadsheet, Approach 3.0 database, Organizer 2.1 personal and group scheduler, and ScreenCam 2.0 multimedia tool. Lotus' best-of-breed desktop applications are defined by enhanced team computing features, tight integration with the Internet and increased programmability capabilities.

Lotus Notes is the leading client-server platform for developing and deploying strategic groupware applications that help organizations communicate, collaborate and coordinate strategic business processes within and beyond their organizational boundaries to achieve improved business results. More than 8,000 companies and 4.5 million people use Notes to improve key business processes such as customer service, sales and account management, and product development. Lotus Notes supports all major operating systems including IBM OS/2 Warp, Apple Mac OS, UNIX platforms including IBM AIX, Sun Solaris, HP-UX, and SCO OpenServer, and Microsoft Windows and Windows NT. Notes is also available as a NetWare loadable module for the Novell environment.

Lotus Development Corp., a wholly-owned subsidiary of IBM Corp., offers high quality software products and support services that reflect the company's unique understanding of the new ways in which individuals and businesses must work together to achieve success. Lotus' innovative approach is evident in a new class of applications that allows information to be accessed and communicated in ways never before possible, both within and beyond organizational boundaries. The company also provides numerous support services, both from its consulting division and its award-winning 24-hour support center.

EDITOR'S NOTE: All Lotus news releases are available on the Internet, via the Lotus Development Corp. Home Page at http://www.Lotus.com. The Lotus Home Page is an easy way to find information about Lotus and its business partners' products and services.

A copy of this release and other company information is also available via fax by dialing 1-800-57-LOTUS within the U.S. and Canada or 201-946-2336 outside the U.S. and Canada. Questions concerning the service should be directed to Lotus' corporate communications department at 617-693-5625.

All prices and terms for the US only.


Lotus Notes Public Networks Release 4
LOTUS ANNOUNCES LOTUS NOTES PUBLIC NETWORKS RELEASE 4

PROVIDES SCALABILITY, RELIABILITY AND ADMINISTRATION ENHANCEMENTS FOR PUBLIC CARRIER NETWORKS

BELL GLOBAL SOLUTIONS AND WORLDCOM TO OFFER LOTUS NOTES PUBLIC NETWORKS SERVICES

ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 22, 1996 -- Lotus Development Corp. today announced Lotus Notes Public Networks Release 4 (LNPN R4), a version of Lotus Notes Release 4 designed to meet the scalability, reliability and administration requirements of public telecommunications carrier networks. Lotus also announced that Bell Global Solutions and WorldCom will offer LNPN R4 as a strategic platform for networked business applications on their data services networks.

With Lotus Notes Public Network services, customers can deploy Notes applications quickly and easily, taking advantage of the scalability and reliability of the public carrier's Notes network. Customers realize the benefit of reduced cost of ownership in using Lotus Notes Public Networks through the carrier's management of the Notes wide area network infrastructure and applications hosting environment. Lotus Notes Public Networks services also provide security, billing, access options and customer support services to enable customers to conduct work electronically with their customers, partners and suppliers.

"This new release provides carriers with the tools and infrastructure they need to create a robust public data networking service for business process applications," said Larry Moore, Lotus' senior vice president, Interenterprise Computing and Emerging Products Group. "As a result of these enhancements, our Notes Public Network partners around the world will be able to offer customers new, cost- effective, scalable services that leverage the new features of Notes Release 4, including unmatched Internet integration."

LNPN R4 provides additional features for carriers, including clustered and partitioned servers, which allow the carriers to scale and configure their networks to meet the needs of their customers. LNPN R4 also provides billing and data collection enhancements to give carriers access to the data necessary to support third-party billing as well as administer their networks.

Clustered servers, which are a group of interconnected servers, allow the carriers to gradually increase the capability of their networks by easily adding servers to the cluster as workload and user demand increase. Clustered servers also increase the number of concurrent users that can access a common set of Notes databases by up to 500 percent over a Lotus Notes Release 4 server, enabling carriers to meet larger application hosting needs.

Clustered servers enhance the quality of service offered by a Notes Public Network carrier by ensuring high availability of Notes databases. For example, if a server goes down, users are automatically switched to another server hosting a copy of their database. The switching is transparent to users, who can continue to work without interruption.

Partitioned servers enable one physical server to support up to six customers, hosting one application each. Each application on a partitioned server has the same level of security and reliability as if hosted on a standalone server. Because there are fewer physical servers, carriers can reduce their overall administration requirements while offering cost-efficient hosting to customers with small to medium- size applications.

"With Lotus Notes Public Networks Release 4, AT&T Network Notes can offer cost-effective application hosting to the largest or smallest of applications," said Gary Hickox, New Business Development vice president - Collaboration, Imaging and Integrated Messaging, AT&T. "The enhancements in LNPN R4 will further expand AT&T Network Notes' capabilities as a reliable, scalable applications hosting environment while also allowing us to make full and efficient use of our system resources."

LNPN R4 data collection enhancements provide valuable system utilization information, allowing carriers to provide more detailed billing options to their customers. The LNPN R4 data collection process tracks, records and stores details of specified Notes activities including session, replication, document, mail and database activities. Carriers can use this information to plan their network resources and optimize their server resources. For example, the information may indicate that a hosted application reaches maximum usage on Mondays, allowing the carrier to plan server capacity accordingly.The information also facilitates a carrier's ability to offer third-party billing and enables customers to build tailored billing or monitoring applications.

BELL GLOBAL SOLUTIONS AND WORLDCOM TO OFFER LOTUS NOTES PUBLIC NETWORK SERVICES; BT'S SERVICE NEARS COMMERCIAL AVAILABILITY

Lotus also announced that Bell Global Solutions, a division of Bell Sygma, Inc., a subsidiary of Bell Canada and WorldCom will offer Lotus Notes Public Network services. Bell Global Solutions will offer LNPN R4 on its TCP/IP network, Canada's largest managed public network. Bell Global Solutions will begin work with key customers in the second quarter of 1996, with broader availability of the service expected next year.

WorldCom facilitates wide-area Lotus Notes communications with a variety of services including application hosting, electronic messaging, news services and Internet publishing. WorldCom currently meets the communications needs of more than 1,500 corporations with access points in more than 100 countries around the world.

BT has announced that it will make its Lotus Notes Public Networks service, BT Network for Lotus Notes, available throughout Europe in early February. The network will offer two services, application sharing and extended workforce. Application sharing is designed to enable customers to extend their enterprises. The extended workforce service connects remote users so they can route mail, exchange information and perform their day-to-day business interactions as a virtual corporation, regardless of time zone or geographic location.

AVAILABILITY AND PLATFORMS FOR LNPN R4

LNPN R4 will ship in early February. LNPN R4 will be available initially on the Windows NT server platform. LNPN R4 is compatible with clients of Notes R2.X, R3.X and R4.X. A Lotus Notes Release 4 client is required to access the features of Lotus Notes Release 4. Lotus Notes is the leading client-server platform for developing and deploying strategic groupware applications that help organizations communicate, collaborate and coordinate strategic business processes within and beyond their organizational boundaries to achieve improved business results. More than 8,000 companies and 4.5 million people use Notes to improve key business processes such as customer service, sales and account management, and product development. Lotus Notes supports all major operating systems including IBM OS/2 Warp, Apple Mac OS, UNIX platforms including IBM AIX, Sun Solaris, HP-UX, and SCO OpenServer, and Microsoft Windows and Windows NT. Notes is also available as a NetWare loadable module for the Novell environment.

Lotus Development Corp., a subsidiary of IBM Corp., offers high quality software products and support services that reflect the company's unique understanding of the new ways in which individuals and businesses must work together to achieve success. Lotus' innovative approach is evident in a new class of applications that allows information to be accessed and communicated in ways never before possible, both within and beyond organizational boundaries. The company also provides numerous support services, both from its consulting division and its award-winning 24-hour support center.

All prices and terms are for the U.S. only.

EDITOR'S NOTE: All Lotus news releases are available on the Internet, via the Lotus Development Corp. Home Page at http://www.Lotus.com. The Lotus Home Page is an easy way to find information about Lotus and its business partners' products and services.

A copy of this release and other company information is also available via fax by dialing 1-800-57-LOTUS within the U.S. and Canada or 201-946-2336 outside the U.S. and Canada. Questions concerning the service should be directed to Lotus' corporate communications department at 617-693-5625.


Lotus Notes:NewsStand on the Web
LOTUS ANNOUNCES LOTUS NOTES:NEWSSTAND ON THE WEB

EXTENDS PUBLISHERS' REACH TO THE WORLD WIDE WEB; SUPPORTS ACCESS TO PUBLICATIONS THROUGH ANY WEB BROWSER

ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 22, 1996 -- Lotus Development Corp. today announced Lotus Notes:Newsstand on the Web, a network-based service and set of publishing tools for delivering business and industry publications to World Wide Web users. Newsstand on the Web leverages Notes' capabilities for managing all kinds of documents with a complete set of tools for publishing and subscription management. Newsstand on the Web enables publishers to expand the reach of their publications to millions of potential Internet subscribers.

"Newsstand on the Web is another compelling example of Lotus embracing the Internet," said Jim Dougherty, general manager, Internet Applications Group at Lotus. "Newsstand on the Web provides the tools to extend a publication's reach, while allowing information providers to focus on what they do best -- creating compelling content and maintaining relationships with subscribers rather than managing distribution through third party services."

Lotus Notes:Newsstand on the Web is an example of a Lotus eApp. eApps, also being announced at Lotusphere, are a set of Lotus Notes- based "electronic application frameworks" that allow customers to rapidly deploy Web-enabled applications. Each eApp will provide "building blocks" and tools specifically designed to extend to the Internet a corporation's publishing, marketing, customer service or electronic commerce applications.

Newsstand on the Web expands a publication's reach to anyone using a standard Web browser while retaining the advantages of Notes' easy navigation, viewing and information management capabilities. To subscribe, a user accesses the Newsstand Guide on the Lotus home page to view a selection of available publications. After users select the publications to which they wish to subscribe and submit a subscription request to their corporate Newsstand coordinator, the subscription is sent electronically to the publisher. Upon approval of the subscription, a security program is executed on the Newsstand server, sending the user the address, or URL, required to access the publication. Lotus Notes:Newsstand publications may also be accessed over a Notes Public Network and viewed using the Notes client.

"Newsstand on the Web is a natural extension of Notes to the World Wide Web," said David Marshak, vice president, Patricia Seybold Group. "Publishers are looking for a way to make their content available on the Web. The new capabilities in Newsstand let them do it easily, with one of the most advanced systems for electronic delivery and subscription management I've seen."

Lotus Notes:Newsstand on the Web facilitates online publishing and subscription services through three modules:

* A set of Notes-based applications and tools for electronic publishing to the Web, including automatic Notes to HTML conversion;

* A set of back-end applications for subscription management -- security, subscription requests, payment, authorization and fulfillment; and

* A service for delivering publications directly to the desktop via the World Wide Web and Notes.

Newsstand on the Web eliminates the administrative headaches of publishing to the World Wide Web. The publisher does not have to maintain a Web site, worry about securing access to that Web site for subscription-based content, or have knowledge of HTML to design a Web-based publication. Newsstand on the Web also equips publishers to provide comprehensive customer service and collect feedback on content through direct contact with subscribers.  Newsstand on the Web also collects and analyzes subscriber demographic information which publishers can use to improve marketing efforts and tailor content to the interests of their target market.

"Newsstand on the Web gives us an easy way to publish and manage information on the World Wide Web," said Dean Zadak, electronic information services product manager, Bureau of National Affairs. "The publishing tools let us easily and quickly create web-ready versions of our publications, and we can manage the publishing process from beginning to end with very little effort."

Nearly 100 publications have already signed agreements with Lotus to publish over Newsstand to the Web. These include American Banker from American Banker/Bond Buyer; BNA's Banking Report, Daily Tax Report, and The United States Law Week from The Bureau of National Affairs (BNA); American Demographics, Best's Review, Communications Week, Compensation & Benefits Review, and Financial World from EBSCO Publishing; Communications Today, Interactive Daily, Multimedia Week and Defense Daily from Phillips Business Information; and Industrial R&D Alert and High-Tech Materials Alert from Technical Insights, Inc.

AVAILABILITY, PRICING AND TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

Lotus Notes:Newsstand on the Web will be available in the second quarter of 1996. Publication subscription fees are set by the information provider. For subscribers, Lotus Notes:Newsstand on the Web requires a standard Web browser.

Information providers receive the Lotus Notes: Newsstand on the Web publishing tools upon contracting for the service. Information providers require a Lotus Notes server running Notes 3.1 or higher on OS/2, Windows or UNIX. Lotus Notes 3.1 or higher is also recommended for their workstations and servers. For more information on Lotus Notes:Newsstand on the Web, call 1-800-697-8263.

Lotus Notes is the leading client-server platform for developing and deploying strategic groupware applications that help organizations communicate, collaborate and coordinate strategic business processes within and beyond their organizational boundaries to achieve improved business results. More than 8,000 companies and 4.5 million people use Notes to improve key business processes such as customer service, sales and account management, and product development. Lotus Notes supports all major operating systems including IBM OS/2 Warp, Apple Mac OS, UNIX platforms including IBM AIX, Sun Solaris, HP-UX, and SCO OpenServer, and Microsoft Windows and Windows NT. Notes is also available as a NetWare loadable module for the Novell environment.

Lotus Development Corp., a subsidiary of IBM Corp., offers high quality software products and support services that reflect the company's unique understanding of the new ways in which individuals and businesses must work together to achieve success. Lotus' innovative approach is evident in a new class of applications that allows information to be accessed and communicated in ways never before possible, both within and beyond organizational boundaries. The company also provides numerous support services, both from its consulting division and its award-winning 24 hour support center.

EDITOR'S NOTE: All Lotus news releases are available on the Internet, via the Lotus Development Corp. Home Page at http://www.Lotus.com. The Lotus Home Page is an easy way to find information about Lotus and its business partners' products or services.

All prices and terms are for the USA only.


MDI Intros EZ-Express 2.0 Storage Mgmt
MDI Introduces EZ-Express 2.0

Simplified Storage Management - an Alternative to HSM

PRODUCTION DATE JANUARY 22, 1996 - Micro Design International, Inc. (MDI) announces EZ-Express 2.0, an alternative to HSM for Novell NetWare environments with an easy to use GUI interface for the LAN administrator. EZ-Express 2.0 now offers a solution for Novell 4.X environments and a demigration utility based upon predetermined data usage parameters. EZ-Express automatically manages the migration of data between hard disks and lower cost, reliable optical media. Unlike most current HSM implementations, EZ-Express has the ability to redirect the request to the migrated files without recalling the data to primary storage, saving access time and source device space. The user may also browse or use thumbnail views of migrated data without the overhead of demigration.


Keynote Speakers at Spring Internet World'96
WESTPORT, Conn--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 22, 1996--Alan Meckler, chairman of the Board and CEO of Mecklermedia Corporation (Nasdaq: MECK) today announced that Larry Ellison (chairman and CEO of Oracle), Bill Gates (chairman and CEO of Microsoft), Bill Joy (founder and vice-president of research at Sun Microsystems), Philippe Kahn (Chairman of Starfish Software), and Tim Krauskopf (co-founder and vice president of research at Spyglass) have agreed to be keynote speakers at Mecklermedia's Spring Internet World 96 at the San Jose Convention Center from April 29th to May 3rd.

Spring Internet World 96 is the largest Internet event in North America. More than 300 exhibitors are expected to fill over 100,000 square feet of exhibit space at the San Jose Convention Center and other facilities. The five-day meeting will be the launching pad for new Internet products and services.

Mecklermedia Corporation, based in Westport, Connecticut, is the leading provider of Internet information through its publications Internet World, Web Week, and Web Developer, and its Internet World Trade Shows, Web Developer Seminars, and iWORLD web site, http://www.iworld.com.


Mentor Graphics Merges with Cosoft Ltd
MENTOR GRAPHICS MERGES WITH COSOFT LTD; PROVIDES DESIGNERS WITH A MIXED WINDOWS/UNIX EDA ENVIRONMENT

Extends Windows-Based Schematic Capture Product Family to Include ASICs, FPGAs and ICs

WILSONVILLE, ORE. -- JANUARY 22, 1996 -- Mentor Graphics Corporation today announced it has merged with CoSoft Limited, a UK-based company specializing in Windows-based schematic entry software for the EDA industry. As part of the merger, Mentor Graphics also announced it is extending the recently introduced Personal Architect&#129 Windows- based printed circuit board (PCB) schematic entry product family to include schematic capture for ASICs, FPGAs and ICs.

For more than a year, the two companies have had an OEM agreement encompassing the engineering, marketing and selling of the Personal Architect product family, a Windows-based PCB schematic entry tool that connects seamlessly with Mentor Graphics' UNIX-based Design Architect&#174 schematic capture tool. The merger represents another step forward in Mentor Graphics' Systems-on-Silicon (SOS) Initiative&#129, which is designed to provide customers with leading technologies, intellectual properties and productized design flows. The merger is structured as a pooling of interests. Mentor Graphics believes there will be no significant impact on near-term earnings.

"I am happy to see Mentor Graphics bring this important technology into its portfolio of world-class products," said George Broz, technical manager, AT&T Global Business Communications Systems. "We're relying on Personal Architect to increase the productivity and quality of our analog and digital board designs. The tool enables our designers to download specific factory-preferred component libraries from workstations to laptops so they can work from home and on the road. Previously, they used a variety of PC-based software products that allowed them to design prototypes only. Getting the designs into production often required rework because of component changes. With Mentor Graphics' new technology, the prototyping and manufacturing development tools are closely coupled within Mentor Graphics' tool suite, so we can complete our schematic designs using components with manufacturability built into them. This reduces the risk of falling behind schedule."

"We are pleased to provide this mixed Windows/UNIX design environment at a time when our customers are looking for client/server and satellite design environments," said Bob Ard, vice president, Design Creation, Mentor Graphics. "This merger is consistent with our overall strategy of developing and acquiring the best technology in the industry for our customers. CoSoft has proven itself as a technology leader and, through the OEM agreement, its products have made a great addition to our worldwide product offering. Customers will continue to see added value in this product family."

"We've enjoyed significant success as an innovative software company since 1987," said Jon Collins, managing director, CoSoft. "We look forward to even greater success within the Mentor Graphics organization. With the merging of our technologies, our customers will see even greater benefits for their design flows." CoSoft will become part of Mentor Graphics' Silicon System Division. Collins will serve as engineering manager for the Personal Architect product family, which reports to Bob Ard.

"Purchasing CoSoft is a smart move," said Gary Smith, principal analyst for the San Jose-based market research firm, Dataquest. "It will enhance Mentor Graphics' high-end integration with a supplemental PC environment. More users are demanding Windows-based schematic capture tools to give them telecommuting capabilities. Mentor Graphics is meeting the demand. One of the things I like most about Personal Architect is that it is made to take advantage of existing design environments. It's important to have one design environment for FPGA/CPLD and PC board design."

The Personal Architect product family is targeted at Windows-based schematic capture. The software package enables teams to operate in one design environment across multiple hardware platforms. Personal Architect allows EDA designers to work in client/server and satellite (non-networked) environments. Personal Architect's key feature is its seamless integration with Mentor Graphics' UNIX-based Design Architect schematic capture tool, which has more than 25,000 installed seats worldwide. Engineers can now perform design capture on PCs while maintaining binary data compatibility with Mentor Graphics' UNIX-based schematic capture environment, eliminating the need to reformat design information.

Founded in September 1987, CoSoft has been an innovative software company specializing in the design and development of software for the ECAD/CAE industries.

Established in 1981, Mentor Graphics Corporation (NASDAQ:MENT) designs, manufactures, markets and distributes electronic design automation (EDA) software and provides professional services supporting its customers' complete design environments. The company is a leader in worldwide EDA sales, with revenues of $370,117,000 over the last reported 12 months. Mentor Graphics is the first EDA vendor to win the STAR (Software Technical Assistance Recognition) award, and the only EDA vendor to win the award twice. The award is given annually by the Software Support Professionals Association (SSPA) for service excellence. The company currently employs approximately 2,045 people worldwide. In addition to its corporate offices, Mentor Graphics has sales, support, software development and professional services offices worldwide. The company's headquarters are located at 8005 S.W. Boeckman Road, Wilsonville, Oregon 97070-7777. World Wide Web site: http://www.mentorg.com.


PICS Server Based on CyberNOT Rating System
Microsystems Takes the Lead in Creating the Industry's First PICS server based on its CyberNOT Rating System

Microsystems To Offer Developers FREE PICS Client Test Program

FRAMINGHAM, MASS., THURSDAY, JANUARY 25, 1996 -- Microsystems Software, producer of the Cyber Patrol Internet filtering software, today announced it has created the industry's first commercial PICS (Platform for Internet Content Selection) server, pics.microsys.com. The server will provide developers with access to a PICS rating service based on Microsystems' "CyberNOT Block List," a classification of Web sites that parents may find objectionable. It can be used by browser developers to test their browser's ability to interpret standard PICS labels.

Additionally, in an effort to encourage other companies to develop PICS compatible products, Microsystems will offer its PICS Client Test Program for Windows free-of-charge. The client program can be used by server and service developers to test their servers and labels. PICS is the new industry standard rating format created under the auspices of MIT's World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) to address the issue of Internet regulation. This easy-to-use web site, labeling and selection platform will enable people worldwide to selectively control online content they receive through their personal computers.

"We are very excited to take the industry lead in creating the first PICS server," said Richard Gorgens, CEO of Microsystems. "Our main concern is the growth and advancement of the industry in the face of Internet regulation. We hope that by setting an example and sharing our work we can encourage other companies to develop PICS compatible products."

Albert Vezza, associate director of MIT's Laboratory for Computer Science and Co-Chair of the PICS Steering Committee said, "We are delighted that Microsystems has developed a product based on the PICS technical specifications and we believe their creation of additional software tools will foster the development of even more PICS compatible products."

Gorgens added that Microsystems Cyber Patrol, the leading Internet filter for home and school,will also support the use of other PICS rating services as they become available. "Cyber Patrol will be able to filter or block based on returned label information," said Gorgens. "However, apart from our own server, there aren't yet any commercial services or servers to support."

Microsystems' "CyberNOT Block List," serves as the foundation for the PICS server. It is a database on Cyber Patrol that identifies web sites containing material that parents may find objectionable. There are currently over 5000 web pages on the CyberNOT list, which is evaluated and updated weekly by Microsystems' Internet research team of parents and teachers. On the PICS server, the "CyberNOT" sites are categorically labeled as either SEX (Gross Depictions; Sexual Acts/Text; Partial Nudity; Nudity) or OTHER (Racist/Ethnic; Gambling; Satanic/Cult; Drugs/Drug Culture; Militant/Extremist; Violence/Profanity; Questionable/Illegal and Alcohol/Beer/Wine).

The PICS service rates the "CyberNOT" sites on a scale of 0-8, based on the level of objectionable content. For example, in the SEX category, a rating of 0 indicates that there is no content classified within the category; a 2 means the site is classified as having content in one of the four Sex CyberNOTS; a 4 rating indicates content in two Sex categories; a 6, in three Sex categories and an 8 indicates content on the site classified in all four Sex categories For the OTHER category, the rating corresponds to the number of categories in which the site content was classified.

Microsystems' PICS Client Test Program works with any WINSOCK. The program runs between the browser and the WINSOCK and requests labels from a web server when it gets the page or requests labels from an external PICS server. The user can specify up to 10 label services. The program returns a text-version of the label which shows the rating as defined by the particular service.

Microsystems Software is privately-held and develops cost efficient Internet and productivity software. Products include Cyber Patrol, the leading Internet filtering software for home and school; CaLANdar, enterprise-wide calendar/scheduling software; Cyber Sentry, Internet filtering and license metering for corporate networks; and HandiWARE, a family of adaptive access software solutions for persons with disabilities that includes screen magnification, word prediction and keyboard alternatives. European operations are headquartered in Ascot, Berkshire, United Kingdom. In 1995, its first year of eligibility, Microsystems ranked #223 on Inc. Magazine's 500 list of the fastest growing privately-held companies.

Review the description of the Microsystems CyberNOT PICS Service located at pics.microsys.com

Download a copy of the Microsystems PICS Client Test Program from ftp.microsys.com/pics/p-setup.exe

Contact: Susan Getgood, Microsystems Software, Inc. 508/879-9000 susang@microsys.com or Cheryl Delgreco/Krys Monaco, Miller/Shandwick Technologies, 617/536-0470 cdelegreco@millercom.com


Pgms for WordPerfect Users Moving to Word
MICROSOFT, EXECUTRAIN AND MANPOWER ANNOUNCE NEW PROGRAMS TO ENSURE SMOOTH TRANSITION FOR USERS MOVING FROM WORDPERFECT TO MICROSOFT WORD

REDMOND, WASH. - JAN. 25, 1996 - Today Microsoft Corp. and industry-leading training and temporary-service organizations announced new programs to help ensure a smooth transition for WordPerfect users moving to Microsoft Word. ExecuTrain, the world's largest training company, and Manpower Inc., the world's largest provider of temporary staff, introduced these new programs to respond to increased employer demand for trained Microsoft Word users.

ExecuTrain announced "Microsoft Word for Windows 95 for WordPerfect Users," a course designed specifically to help experienced WordPerfect users become proficient in Microsoft Word in one day of instructor-led training. "ExecuTrain trains more than a million business people a year, and to satisfy the demand of our customer base, it is imperative that we provide courses that are reflective of trends in the marketplace," said Pam Burns, vice president of product development at ExecuTrain.

Manpower announced a unique new training course that combines self-paced learning with on-site instructor assistance to provide organizations with a flexible and cost-effective training program. "We've been training operators - including employees at 88 of the Fortune 100 companies - on the most popular software packages for over 15 years, so we know there is going to be high demand for this kind of transition on the part of our customers and the 1.5 million employees we assign," said Melanie Holmes, vice president of the customer services group at Manpower.

MICROSOFT OFFERS NEW TOOLS TO MAKE THE MOVE EASIER

Microsoft has a number of programs and services in place to make the transition for customers easier than ever before:

NEW WEB PAGE FOR SWITCHING TO MICROSOFT WORD. A dedicated Web page (http://www.microsoft.com/switch) for users switching from WordPerfect to Word is scheduled to be available by Feb. 15, 1996. The site will include comprehensive information on topics such as file and macro conversions, built-in WordPerfect Help features and product support services (PSS).

OFFICE CONVERSION MANAGER PROGRAM. Microsoft Product Support Services offers conversion support to accounts switching 2,000 or more desktops from one or more competitive applications to Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel or Office. Microsoft will designate an Office Conversion Manager support professional to assist customers for a 90-day period with the planning, installation and implementation of Microsoft Office products. More information can be found today at http://www.microsoft.com/support.

NO-CHARGE SUPPORT LINES FOR WORDPERFECT SWITCHERS. Customers can call (206) 462-9673 to receive help from Microsoft support professionals dedicated to assisting users and organizations that have switched from WordPerfect to Microsoft Word.

WORDPERFECT 5.X AND 6.X SUPPLEMENTAL KIT. This kit provides additional tools that help WordPerfect users switch to Word for Windows 95. It includes five TrueType fonts for improving conversion of WordPerfect character sets and two WordPerfect templates with toolbars, macros, styles and keyboard shortcuts. This kit is available today at the Microsoft Word Web site, http://www.microsoft.com/msword, under free stuff.

WORDPERFECT FILE CONVERTERS. Enhanced WordPerfect 5.x and 6.x converters ship with Word for the Windows 95 operating system.

HELP FOR WORDPERFECT USERS. Online help built into Word allows users to select a WordPerfect command and learn the equivalent in Word.

PRICING AND AVAILABILITY

Competitive upgrade pricing for customers switching from other word processing software to Microsoft Word for Windows 95 or upgrading from a previous version of Microsoft Word is approximately $129. For first-time licensees, Microsoft Word for Windows 95 is available for approximately $339. Microsoft Word for Windows 95 is also part of the most popular suite of applications, Microsoft Office for Windows 95. The Standard Edition, which sells for approximately $499, includes Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, the PowerPoint presentation graphics program and Schedule+. The Professional Edition includes the preceding products along with Microsoft Access and sells for approximately $599.

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ "MSFT") is the worldwide leader in software for personal computers. The company offers a wide range of products and services for business and personal use, each designed with the mission of making it easier and more enjoyable for people to take advantage of the full power of personal computing every day.

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Exclusive Web Coverage of OSCARS
MICROSOFT, VIRTUALIZE BRING EXCLUSIVE WEB COVERAGE TO THE OSCARS

Web Site Extends World's Most-Watched TV Show From Three-Hour Program to Six-Week Event; Made Richer by Microsoft's Web Server, Web Browser, Cinemania Online and MSN

REDMOND, WASH. - JAN. 23, 1996 - In a strategic alliance announced today, Microsoft Corp. and Virtualize, of Santa Monica, Calif., said they would build a World Wide Web site that allows movie enthusiasts to get up-to-date Academy Awards information.

The new OscarR site, http://oscars.guide.com, will be accessible from Feb. 13, the day the Academy Award nominations are announced, through the end of March. It will allow computer users worldwide to enjoy six weeks of buildup through the Oscar awards ceremony, broadcast March 25 on ABC-TV. Full details about the Web site will be shared Feb. 8 in Los Angeles.

The deal is significant because it will promote and enhance the world's largest TV event for millions of Web users. Microsoft has a similar strategic deal with NBC and the NFL for another prominent TV event, the Super Bowl, creating this year's "superbowl.com" Web site (http://www.superbowl.com).

Virtualize has the exclusive worldwide license to create interactive titles for the Academy Awards. Microsoft and Virtualize will work closely with the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and Oscarcast producers Quincy Jones and David Salzman in creating the content of the Oscar Web site. Virtualize has done work for Disney, Castle Rock, Turner Entertainment, NBC and Activision, a popular game maker.

As part of the agreement, Microsoft will provide technical support as well as the products and technology to make the Oscar Web site as robust and dynamic as possible. Microsoft also will provide site links to CinemaniaR Online, a unique interactive source for movie history, video clips, and up-to-date movie reviews. Other online links will allow Web users to tap into the rich entertainment content on MSN, The Microsoft Network. The engine for the Web site will be the MicrosoftR Internet Information Server. This high-performance Web server, which is integrated into the Windows NT Server 32-bit operating system, is scheduled to be available in February. The Oscar site also takes advantage of the state-of-the-art technologies in the Microsoft Internet Explorer version 2.0 Web browser. Although any user connected to the Internet can access the Oscar site, users of Internet Explorer 2.0 will have exclusive access to premier sound, video and graphics.

"This relationship will demonstrate a unique TV-plus-Internet experience for the first time," said Jonathan D. Lazarus, vice president of strategic relations at Microsoft. "We hope this event will encourage other companies to extend themselves to new multimedia platforms, reaching new audiences and tapping into valuable marketing opportunities."

"More than 1 billion viewers watch the Oscars each year," said David Mangone, president of Virtualize (http://www.virtualize.com). "We think we can measurably enhance that TV viewing experience and make it more meaningful for millions of Internet users."

Virtualize is a multimedia publisher that develops and produces interactive programming and proprietary titles. Virtualize also develops and produces interactive concepts and advertising-driven programming created in conjunction with corporate sponsors.

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ "MSFT") is the worldwide leader in software for personal computers. The company offers a wide range of products and services for business and personal use, each designed with the mission of making it easier and more enjoyable for people to take advantage of the full power of personal computing every day.

The Microsoft Network is operated by Microsoft Corp. on behalf of Microsoft Network LLC.

FOR ONLINE PRODUCT INFORMATION:

Windows Internet Web site: http://www.microsoft.com/windows

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Ultimate SNA Server Starter Pak
MICROSOFT AND ATTACHMATE ANNOUNCE A WORLDWIDE JOINT-MARKETING PROGRAM

The Ultimate SNA Server Starter Pak Gives Users a Simple Route To Advanced IBM Host Connectivity

REDMOND, WASH. - JAN. 23, 1996 - Attachmate Corp. and Microsoft Corp. today announced the Ultimate SNA Server Starter Pak, which provides users with cost-effective client-server connectivity to IBM mainframe applications and data from desktops running the Microsoft Windows, Windows 95 and Windows NT Workstation operating systems. The Ultimate SNA Server Starter Pak is making its debut in the United States, distributed by Ingram Micro Inc., a leading distributor of Microsoft and Attachmate products.

The Starter Pak is composed of the award-winning Microsoft SNA Server, five client-access licenses for SNA Server and five copies of Attachmate's award-winning Extra! client for SNA Server. Ingram Micro's resellers will be able to offer this solution to customers at approximately half the combined price of the separate components. The Ultimate SNA Server Starter Pak is available now. The price of the Starter Pak is approximately $1,339, and approximately $186 for each additional client-access license. The Starter Pak is available for an introductory price of approximately $734 through March 31, 1996. A version of the Starter Pak will be available in Europe starting in February.

The Ultimate SNA Server Starter Pak will provide flexible networking services for branch offices within SNA open gateway architecture (SOGA), a comprehensive framework for enterprise deployment of SNA gateways recently announced by Microsoft. In addition to SNA Server and Attachmate clients, the European version of the Ultimate SNA Server Starter Pak will include a WAN adapter from Cirel. The combination will help customers make a smooth transition from traditional SNA networks to TCP/IP networks while maintaining mission-critical access to IBM host resources.

"Our customers have been asking for more integrated solutions so they can reduce their role as the ultimate software integrator," said Vesa Suomalainen, general manager of the SNA Server product unit at Microsoft. "Our close cooperation with Attachmate enabled the creation of the Ultimate SNA Server Starter Pak, which addresses this need and is supported by both companies."

"Attachmate's industry-leading information-access solutions have been designed specifically to exploit the capabilities of Microsoft Office, Microsoft BackOffice and SNA Server," said Matt Highsmith, vice president of corporate marketing at Attachmate. "By working with Microsoft worldwide, customers can now easily obtain the industry's most advanced, integrated connectivity solution, backed by the most comprehensive support available."

"As a leading distributor of Microsoft SNA Server, we want to make it easier for our resellers to serve the growing demand for SNA Server and Attachmate products," said Lori Snow, director of technical products at Ingram Micro. "The Ultimate SNA Server Starter Pak should be an exciting offering for organizations seeking the best products on the market."

Last August, Digital Equipment Corp. and Microsoft announced a major alliance, designed to help customers implement and support Windows NT-based computing in the enterprise. Because both Windows NT Server and SNA Server support Digital's Alpha AXP technology, the Ultimate SNA Server Starter Pak is also Alpha AXP-compatible.

"Digital endorses the unique solutions being created by Attachmate and Microsoft," said Mike Gallup, vice president of worldwide marketing at Digital. "The Ultimate SNA Server Starter Pak is the perfect complement to our AlphaServer platform."

As a major part of their focus, New Technology Partners, one of Microsoft's leading Solution Providers, works closely with large client organizations to whom host connectivity is critical.

"Because of its superior capabilities, many of our customers already use the combination of Attachmate's client software with Microsoft's SNA Server," said Bruce Backa, president of New Technology Partners. "We believe that Attachmate clients and Microsoft servers provide the best client-server combinations. We are delighted to see this offer because it will make it much easier for our clients to acquire and implement this solution."

Using advanced client-server architecture, Microsoft SNA Server offloads the communications processing from host computers and desktop PCs. Each PC uses standard LAN protocols, such as TCP/IP, IPX/SPX, NetBEUI, Banyan VINES or AppleTalk to connect to one or more SNA servers. The SNA servers then connect to IBM mainframes and AS/400 systems using SNA protocols. SNA Server supports up to 2,000 clients and 10,000 host sessions and offers advanced tools for easy system setup and centralized graphical administration. It supports every important PC and network operating system, LAN, SNA host connection, and host type. Client computers and administrator workstations can connect to SNA Servers across LAN and WAN bridges and routers and over dial-up lines. A key component of the Microsoft BackOffice family of products, SNA Server takes advantage of the Windows NT Server operating system to deliver the power, scalability and security of this robust foundation. Combined with the industry-standard SNA APIs, this foundation makes SNA Server the most flexible platform for integrating PC and host environments.

Optimized for Microsoft SNA Server, Extra! supports SNA Server's native client-server API. Extra! provides a cost-effective solution, allowing users in a Windows NT Server-based environment to use existing network transports supported by SNA Server. Extra!, in conjunction with SNA Server, provides the ideal way to migrate from SNA to TCP/IP. The Ultimate SNA Server Starter Pak supports full SNA printing as well as delivery of host graphics over TCP/IP. All of SNA Server's advanced features, such as hot backup and load balancing, are also supported. Extra! also includes built-in expert controls that dynamically add expertise to mainframe applications via Extra! Basic, a Microsoft Visual Basic programming system-compliant scripting language. It also includes an advanced set of development APIs, including Microsoft's WinHLLAPI, which work natively with Visual Basic and the Visual C++ development system for creation of re-engineered client-host applications.

Attachmate is the leading supplier of universal information-access software that helps organizations create sophisticated intranets, allowing desktop or remote users to transparently access, manipulate and exchange any business information, whether it resides within the enterprise or on the Internet. Backed by one of the industry's highest levels of direct customer service and support in more than 30 countries worldwide, Attachmate provides high-quality client, server, and authoring tool software and services that provide real-life business solutions to a company's everyday information-access problems.

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ "MSFT") is the worldwide leader in software for personal computers. The company offers a wide range of products and services for business and personal use, each designed with the mission of making it easier and more enjoyable for people to take advantage of the full power of personal computing every day.

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For more information about Attachmate products, contact Attachmate's headquarters in Bellevue, Wash., at (206) 644-4010 or toll-free at (800) 426-6283. Attachmate's World Wide Web address is http://www.attachmate.com.


Microsoft Tucson Support Facility Now Open
MICROSOFT TUCSON OPEN FOR BUSINESS!

TUCSON, ARIZ. - JAN. 23, 1996 - Microsoft Corp. announced today that its new product-support facility in Tucson, Ariz., has begun taking calls from customers who need technical assistance. The facility, located in the University of Arizona Science and Technology Park, will handle calls from customers using the Microsoft Excel spreadsheet and Microsoft Access database applications.

Tim Ryan, a 12-year Tucson resident, was hired as Microsoft's regional manager for technical-support operations in the Southwest. Ryan said he expects the Tucson facility will employ approximately 200 by the end of this year and as many as 1,200 over the next five years.

Microsoft announced in October 1995 that it would locate a support facility in the Tucson area. The company leased a total of 240,000 square feet in two buildings under the terms of a 10-year lease with the Rita Road Campus Corp., the university's nonprofit real-estate division, which operates the business park. Since October, Microsoft has been actively recruiting within the community and in the region, filling support engineer, training, management and adminstrative positions.

"We are delighted to get operations under way here in Tucson," said Ryan. "We've assembled an outstanding group of employees from the local community - individuals with both technical expertise and customer-relations skills."

The Tucson facility is Microsoft's fourth technical-support site nationwide, with others in Bellevue, Wash.; Las Colinas, Texas; and Charlotte, N. C. Employees at the four facilities provide a wide range of support services, including phone and online technical assistance.

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ "MSFT") is the worldwide leader in software for personal computers. The company offers a wide range of products and services for business and personal use, each designed with the mission of making it easier and more enjoyable for people to take advantage of the full power of personal computing every day.

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Microsoft Internet Explorer Beta Available
MICROSOFT ANNOUNCES BROAD AVAILABILITY OF MICROSOFT INTERNET EXPLORER BETA VERSIONS FOR APPLE MACINTOSH, MICROSOFT WINDOWS 3.1

Windows 95 Version Available in 12 Languages, the Broadest Global Support of Any Browser

REDMOND, WASH. - JAN. 23, 1996 - Microsoft Corp. today released beta versions of its Microsoft Internet Explorer software for the Apple Macintosh and Windows 3.1 operating systems.

The new versions of Microsoft's popular World Wide Web browser demonstrate Microsoft's commitment to remaining the leading software supplier for the Macintosh and to providing the 16-bit and cross-platform support needed especially by corporate users. Like Internet Explorer 2.0 for the Windows 95 operating system, the new cross-platform versions are available on the Internet at no charge.

The company also announced that localized versions of Internet Explorer 2.0 for Windows 95 are now available in 12 languages, bringing Microsoft's Web browser to the largest international audience of any Internet client software. Internet Explorer for Windows 95 is now available in Brazilian Portuguese, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Norwegian, Spanish and Swedish. Internet Explorer will soon be released in most of the 16 additional languages in which Windows 95 is now available, with Eastern European and Far East language versions scheduled to ship by the end of the first quarter.

CROSS-PLATFORM VERSIONS PROVIDE EASE OF USE, COMPATIBILITY, PERFORMANCE

Internet Explorer 2.0 for Macintosh provides the best browsing performance for the Macintosh, taking advantage of multithreading, progressive rendering and HTTP-KeepAlive technologies. Developed specifically for use with Apple's System 7.1 operating system, Internet Explorer is completely integrated with the Macintosh user interface and its underlying architecture, supporting both Open Transport and MacTCP. Its support for new types of content, such as background sounds and scrolling marquees, along with its feature and interface compatibility with the Windows 95 version, make it ideal for cross-platform users.

Internet Explorer for Windows 3.1 gives users of the 16-bit Windows platform a convenient, integrated way to access the Internet and provides a smooth upgrade path to the 32-bit Windows platforms.

"We're excited to now offer our innovative Internet Explorer Web browser to such a broad group of users across multiple platforms and around the world," said Brad Silverberg, senior vice president of the personal systems division at Microsoft. "The Windows 3.1 version is great for our corporate customers as well, because it lets them give their 16-bit users Internet access as they make the transition to a full 32-bit environment."

Internet Explorer is the fastest-growing browser software in the industry. Approximately 30 percent of licensed users of Windows 95 who use a Web browser obtained Internet Explorer within 90 days of the release of version 1.0. Developer support is also strong: In the less than 60 days since the Internet Explorer logo program began, there have been more than 4,000 World Wide Web sites bearing the Internet Explorer logo. These sites are specifically designed to provide Internet Explorer users with the richest possible viewing experience.

AVAILABILITY

The new beta versions of Internet Explorer for Macintosh and Windows 3.1 and the localized versions of Internet Explorer for Windows 95 are available to download from the Internet at no charge (other than the cost of connect time, if any) at Microsoft's World Wide Web home page (http://www.microsoft.com). Final release versions are expected to be available in the first quarter of 1996 at no charge. Microsoft is also planning to release a beta version of Internet Explorer for the Windows NT&#153; Workstation operating system later this quarter.

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ "MSFT") is the worldwide leader in software for personal computers. The company offers a wide range of products and services for business and personal use, each designed with the mission of making it easier and more enjoyable for people to take advantage of the full power of personal computing every day.

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Corporations Accelerating Windows Adoption
EARLY CORPORATE EVALUATORS ACCELERATING ADOPTION OF 32-BIT MICROSOFT WINDOWS DESKTOP FAMILY

Majority of Medium-Sized, Large Companies Already Testing or Deploying 32-Bit Microsoft Platforms

REDMOND, WASH. - JAN. 23, 1996 - Microsoft Corp. today announced accelerating momentum for the Microsoft Windows 32-bit operating systems, signaling that organizations are shifting to a 32-bit Windows platform much faster than they moved to the 16-bit Windows environment. Sixty-three percent of those surveyed - organizations with 50 or more employees - began evaluating or deploying the WindowsR 95 or Windows NT Workstation operating system by the end of 1995, according to an independent survey conducted by the research firm MSI International Inc.

"We've been tracking corporate use of operating systems in the United States for some time," said Paul Strasser, president of MSI International. "IS use is a prerequisite for companywide deployment, and it took Windows 3.x three and a half years to reach the level of usage among IS professionals that Windows 95 has reached in just five months. In fact, we found that half of medium-sized and large organizations began evaluating or deploying Windows 95 by the end of 1995."

WINDOWS 95, WINDOWS NT FAMILY ENABLE COMPREHENSIVE CORPORATE SOLUTIONS

Many of the companies now deploying Windows 95 are using the operating system in a networked enterprise environment with Windows NT Server and Windows NT Workstation. The combination allows businesses to deploy a new generation of Win32 API and OLE applications - with lower support costs and greater productivity - across all their desktops.

"We are standardizing now on a 32-bit Windows desktop in our call centers, deploying a mix of Windows 95 and Windows NT Workstation where each platform is appropriate," said Mike Betzer, director at MCI Communications Corp. "This state-of-the-art desktop environment helps us maintain our leadership in customer service."

Microsoft also announced today Windows 32-Bit Family Maintenance, a new option to its Select and Open Licensing maintenance programs that enables customers to combine both Windows NT Workstation and Windows 95 under a single upgrade and maintenance license. This option allows customers to deploy the appropriate mix of Windows 95 and Windows NT Workstation for the same per-desktop price.

"We are increasingly seeing corporations moving to the family of 32-bit Windows products," said Bob McDowell, vice president of the enterprise customer unit at Microsoft. "The Windows 32-Bit Family Maintenance program makes it easy for our customers to choose the mix that's right for them."

WINDOWS 95 MOMENTUM STRONG AMONG MEDIUM-SIZED, LARGE ORGANIZATIONS

Among corporations in general, medium-sized organizations are moving to the Windows family most quickly. Half of the medium-sized companies that participated in Microsoft's Windows 95 Preview Program had already begun installing the software for end users by the end of 1995, and most expect to complete their deployment by June. According to MSI International's Strasser, an additional 35 percent indicate that they will roll out 32-bit Windows products in 1996. These Preview Program participants represent 43 percent of the Windows desktops in medium-sized businesses in North America.

Large organizations are also moving to Windows 95 at an increasing rate. Sixty percent of Microsoft's largest customers are conducting or have completed deployment pilot projects with their end users. Most of those corporations are planning to deploy Windows 95 over the next year.

"Typically, the testing and purchase cycle in larger organizations is at least six months," said Brad Chase, general manager in the personal systems division at Microsoft. "Their evaluation and deployment of Windows 95 is a clear vote of confidence in the product and the benefits it brings them."

"Benefits of moving to a standardized Windows 95, Office 95 and Windows NT Server environment in our organization are huge," said Richard Gittin, director of information technology at Union Carbide Corp. "Our previous environment was very complex and unique at every level. Now our support desk has a consistent environment and can actually help."

EARLY ADOPTERS CONFIRM BENEFITS OF THE WINDOWS FAMILY

"Windows 95 has cut by 50 percent the amount of time I need to spend resolving system problems and answering 'how to' questions," said Dean Hancock, network administrator at Pacific Coast Building Products. "The reliability of Windows 95 has been a big plus for our 56 locations spread across six states."

Using the extensive set of migration tools from Microsoft, companies are finding that the transition to the 32-bit Windows desktop platform is very manageable. These tools, such as the Windows 95 Migration Planning Kit and the Windows 95 and Windows NT resource kits, are available at no charge on the Microsoft Windows home page.

"Starting early on, a structured migration process was critical to our successful rollout of over 2,400 Windows 95 desktops," said Gary Walker, manager of information technology at CINergy Inc. "Even though we were very aggressive in our rollout and things changed as we deployed, the early planning allowed us to be responsive to the computing needs of our user community."

BROAD INDUSTRY SUPPORT STRUCTURE IN PLACE

Numerous independent Microsoft Solution Provider companies are now assisting corporate customers with their migration to the 32-bit Windows desktop platform. More than 590 specialists have been certified to provide migration and support for Windows 95 and Windows NT.

"We are working with Microsoft to make it easier for medium-sized and large businesses to standardize on the 32-bit Windows desktop," said Greg Foudray, vice president of technology services at Stream International. "Customers are asking for help in making the move to Windows 95 and Windows NT Workstation, and we can add a lot of value through migration, education and support services."

"We invested early to provide the capability to deliver high-quality migration services for Windows 95," said Link Simpson, president of Software Spectrum Technology Services Group. "Our key accounts are looking to us to support their deployment of a 32-bit Windows desktop throughout the enterprise in 1996, and we're ready."

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ "MSFT") is the worldwide leader in software for personal computers. The company offers a wide range of products and services for business and personal use, each designed with the mission of making it easier and more enjoyable for people to take advantage of the full power of personal computing every day.

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Microsoft Encourages Move to 32-bit Windows
MICROSOFT ENCOURAGES MOVE TO 32-BIT WINDOWS OPERATING SYSTEMS

Flexible Plan Makes Licensing Easy for Customers With Mixed and Changing User Needs

REDMOND, WASH. - JAN. 23, 1996 - Microsoft Corp. has introduced a new licensing program enhancement to encourage customers to move to its 32-bit Windows operating systems, and to adjust the mix of operating systems in their organizations as user needs evolve. This new addition to Microsoft Select and Open License maintenance programs enables customers to combine both the Windows NT Workstation and Windows 95 operating systems under a single upgrade and maintenance license and a single per-desktop price. This new option simplifies licensing for organizations that expect to use both 32-bit operating systems over time.

The licensing process is simple. With a single upgrade fee, customers with existing Windows 3.x, Windows for Workgroups or Windows 95 licenses may enroll in Windows 32-Bit Family Maintenance. Those who enroll in Windows 32-Bit Family Maintenance may deploy Windows 95 and Windows NT in any combination for the same per-desktop price. There is no need to track each product individually since Windows 32-Bit Family Maintenance covers both. Customers may switch between Windows NT Workstation and Windows 95 at any time, without having to revise the agreement, track the use of each operating system, or incur additional costs.

Windows 32-Bit Family Maintenance also provides access during the term of the agreement to upgrades of both products, including revisions, tune-up packs and enhancements such as the upcoming Windows 95 shell for Windows NT Workstation. Customers choosing to deploy Windows 95 also receive Microsoft Plus! for Windows 95.

"Microsoft recognizes that different customers need different solutions, especially as hardware capabilities increase," said Bob McDowell, vice president of the enterprise customer unit at Microsoft. "In response, we've developed a flexible licensing option and long-term upgrade path for the mixed-use customer."

The new Windows 32-Bit Family Maintenance plan became available Jan. 1, 1996. Customers with existing Windows NT Workstation licenses under Select or Open License maintenance automatically gain the additional right to install either Windows NT Workstation or Windows 95 with Microsoft Plus! for the duration of the license agreement.  Any customer with 25 or more PCs, whether or not they are currently enrolled in a maintenance program, can take advantage of this new flexibility. Customers can contact their reseller or call Microsoft to determine the best way to enroll.

ACCOMMODATES DESKTOP DIVERSITY

Microsoft's family of 32-bit Windows operating systems embraces a broad range of enterprise information-technology requirements and user needs. Products in the family are compatible, share technology, and provide smooth migration paths to future versions of Microsoft operating systems and software.

Microsoft Select Maintenance is the largest volume-licensing program of its kind, with more than 6,000 customers worldwide. Select offers a range of plans to give customers flexibility, efficiency and value in purchasing Microsoft products in volume. Select volume licensing options and maintenance plans exist for both large and small businesses, and include a range of price advantages. For more information on Select, visit the Microsoft Select home page at http://www.microsoft.com/select.

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TO ENROLL IN WINDOWS 32-BIT FAMILY MAINTENANCE:

Call your reseller or call Microsoft, (800) 426-9400

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Interoperability Event Q1'96 on T-120
FIRST INTEROPERABILITY EVENT SCHEDULED FOR Q1'96, FOCUSED ON T.120

SANTA CLARA, CALIF. JANUARY 23, 1996 - Intel Corporation and Microsoft Corp. today announced plans to work with AT&T, PictureTel and other industry leaders to achieve interoperable, standards-compliant implementations for conferencing on the PC.

This work is intended to help ensure that conferencing-enabled PCs can connect to each other and with multipoint services using industry-standard multipoint control units (MCUs), providing the same worry-free connections end users experience with the telephone today. T.120, the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) standard for data conferencing, was ratified in 1995.

T.120 implementations are currently being designed by leading conferencing vendors for inclusion in their products. Intel and Microsoft, in cooperation with the International Multimedia Teleconferencing Consortium, Inc. (IMTC), intend to host a series of interoperability events in 1996 to test and resolve interoperability issues between desktop conferencing products, multipoint services, and application providers.

The first event, scheduled for March 25-27, 1996, in Santa Clara, CA, will test vendors' T.120 implementations to ensure interoperability across a wide range of products. Invitations for the event have been sent to 250 companies, including all members of the IMTC, recently merged with the Personal Conferencing Work Group (PCWG).

"Microsoftsupports T.120 and intends to work with the industry to achieve interoperable T.120 solutions. We intend to provide a base level connection for widespread conferencing applications by multiple vendors," said John Ludwig, vice president, Personal Systems Division at Microsoft . "The ability to collaborate and share applications will significantly enhance the productivity of users of the Windows" operating system."

"Interoperable solutions are critical to the wide-spread deployment of conferencing capability. Intel is working with Microsoft and industry leaders to enable customers to use interoperable conferencing to solve the real-time decision making requirements of business," said Pat Gelsinger, vice president and general manager of Personal Conferencing Division, Intel Corporation.

"AT&T WorldWorx (sm) Network Services continues to support the use of T.120 standard for multipoint desktop conferencing." said Ernie DeNigris, AT&T vice president. "We're working closely with the IMTC as well as corporations like Intel and Microsoft to further industry-wide adoption of these standards and ensure end-user interoperability using our network for customers desiring multipoint capabilities." "PictureTel has long supported and contributed to the development of open standards for video conferencing and data conferencing," said Dom LaCava, vice president of PictureTel's Personal Systems Division. "The increased emphasis on interoperability standards by major players such as Microsoft and Intel will help broaden the acceptance of conferencing technology and fuel growth of the industry."

Intel, the world's largest chip maker, is also a leading manufacturer of personal computer, networking and communications products.

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ "MSFT") is the worldwide leader in software for personal computers. The company offers a wide range of products and services for business and personal use, each designed with the mission of making it easier and more enjoyable for people to take advantage of the full power of personal computing every day.


MetaTools Licenses Technology to Macromedia

CARPINTERIA, CALIF., JAN. 24, 1996--MetaTools, Inc. (NASDAQ: MTLS), formerly HSC Software, today announced that Macromedia, the leader in digital arts, multimedia and Web publishing, has licensed special editions of MetaTools' award-winning Kai's Power Tools 3 (KPT) and KPT Vector Effects. Macromedia will include a copy of either KPT 3 or KPT Vector Effects with every copy of FreeHand, Macromedia xRes and Macromedia Director for Windows and Macintosh platforms. English, French, German and Japanese products are included in the agreement. KPT 3 and KPT Vector Effects are the industry's leading imaging and vector based creative and production extensions. The bundles should be available to customers by the first quarter of 1996.

MetaTools' KPT 3 SE will also be included in the Macromedia FreeHand Graphics Studio, which includes FreeHand, xRes, Extreme 3D and Macromedia Fontographer.

"Our customers want in an integrated solution for graphic design, Web page development and other visual design activities that is a good value," said Bud Colligan, president and CEO of Macromedia. "As the leader in plug-in architecture software development, MetaTools' advanced imaging and vector based technologies provide our customers with the industry's premier extensions for creating imaging and special effects that would otherwise be time consuming or impossible to create."

"Macromedia is a leader in multimedia and digital arts software and has an installed base of over a million customers who are focused on graphic design, multimedia and Internet Web page development," said John Wilczak, founder and CEO of MetaTools. "Our agreement with Macromedia allows us to dramatically expand the introduction of MetaTools products and also provides an incentive to upgrade to MetaTools complete products."

MetaTools designs, develops, publishes, markets and supports software tools for the creation, editing and manipulation of computer graphic images, digital art and Internet/online content for Windows, Macintosh and other operating systems. The Company is located in Santa Barbara County at 6303 Carpinteria Ave., Carpinteria, CA 93013; Tel: 805-566-6200; Fax: 805-566-6385; World Wide Web server: http://www.metatools.com.


Wildcat! Navigator Free for Downloading
Free Wildcat! Navigator Allows Highly Anticipated Look At Wildcat! 5 Online Communities

Powerful Graphical Interface Can Be Downloaded From Mustang Web Site Starting Today.

Bakersfield, California, January 24, 1996: The much awaited first-look at the powerful new Wildcat! 5 online system is now available with the wide area beta release of the Wildcat! Navigator, available free for download from Mustang Online, Mustang Software's (Nasdaq: MSTG) Wildcat! 5 online site. The freely distributed "point and click" communications suite of Windows-based programs (3.1/95/NT) gives the millions of modem and Internet users throughout the world the ability to log on to the revolutionary upcoming Wildcat! 5 BBS system and experience its fully interactive, multimedia world.

Wildcat! 5 was designed to allow individuals, groups and business to build powerful, online communities, seen as the next step of Internet evolution. "Whether it's an individual who wants an Internet presence, a club wanting to bring members online, a high school bringing students an online resource, or businesses that want to start the next America Online r, they'll need messaging, e-mail and interactive chat to fully serve their needs," stated Jim Harrer, President and CEO of Mustang Software. "Wildcat! 5 was created to offer the full two-way communication features online communities require - a feature Web sites lack."

The Wildcat! Navigator was developed to distribute to potential users as an easy and graphic way for people to visit Wildcat! 5 communities. Utilizing HTML graphics (the language of the Internet), the Wildcat! Navigator was created from the ground up and offers users access to email, chat, messaging, file library, and a powerful Web browser feature when used with the Wildcat! 5 BBS system designed to run under Windows NT and Windows 95. The Wildcat! Navigator also features an auto-update function that automatically checks the user's version upon logon and quickly downloads the latest software modifications as they are developed.

"While users can connect to Wildcat! 5 systems using a modem and a computer or terminal emulator, or by connecting through a LAN, the easiest way is with Windows using the Wildcat! Navigator," stated Harrer. " We believe our system will be the most versatile Internet communications platform on the market when it is released, and the Wildcat! Navigator brings new and experienced users the exceptional power of the Wildcat! 5 online community, easily and graphically."

The Wildcat! Navigator offers connection through modems or TCP/IP networks, and once connected, individual Navigator clients can access Wildcat! 5 areas to offer full e-mail services with file attachment capability using individual and group address books; messaging through public conferences and Usenet newsgroups; file library functions including search and helpful upload/download wizards; real-time public and private chat with quick channel selection, easy invite and capture file abilities; plus the ability to access user-created biographies and quickly see who is online. One of the most powerful features is a Browser that allows users connected to Wildcat! 5 systems (with Wildcat!'s optional Internet Connectivity Package) the ability to venture out and visit web sites throughout the Internet.

This is the first time Mustang has released a product into a wide area beta testing. "We know millions of end-users will ultimately log on to Wildcat! 5 systems throughout the world, and this period of Navigator shakedown will allow us to optimize the graphical front end for the majority of system hardware, memory, and software configurations", added Harrer. To try the Wildcat! Navigator and get the first look at online communities, modem users can download it from Mustang Online at http://www.mustang.com, telnet://bbs.mustang.com, or via modem at (805) 873-2400.

Mustang designs, develops, markets and supports online and communications software including the Wildcat! line of BBS software, the first commercially available through retail channels and industry leader with more than 50,000 BBS systems running throughout the world; the QmodemPro line of telecommunications software and the Off-Line Xpress series of e-mail management software. Founded in September 1986, Mustang is headquartered at 6200 Lake Ming Road, Bakersfield, California 93306. Mustang is a publicly held company with its stock traded on the NASDAQ market under the symbol "MSTG". The company can be reached by telephone at (805) 873-2500; toll free at (800) 999-9619; FAX (805) 873-2599 and BBS (805) 873-2400. Mustang can also be reached through the Internet's World Wide Web at http://www.mustang.com or telnet://bbs.mustang.com.

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VeriFone & Netscape Internet Payments
VERIFONE AND NETSCAPE TEAM TO PROVIDE INTERNET PAYMENT SOLUTIONS WORLDWIDE TO ACCELERATE COMMERCE ON THE INTERNET

REDWOOD CITY, Calif. (January 22, 1996) -- VeriFone, Inc. (NYSE: VFI), and Netscape Communications Corporation (NASDAQ: NSCP) today announced an agreement to create comprehensive Internet payment solutions, enabling merchants, banks, credit card companies and consumers to expand the use of the Internet for electronic commerce.

The agreement between VeriFone, the world leader in retail electronic payment systems, and Netscape, the premier provider of open software for linking people and information over enterprise networks and the Internet, is designed to accelerate acceptance of the Internet as a mainstream vehicle for commerce.

Under terms of the agreement, the two companies will join forces to address the transaction processing needs of both financial institutions and merchants. For financial institutions, Netscape's gateway software and VeriFone's payment technology will be combined to create a seamless interface between the Internet and existing financial networks. VeriFone will also provide customization, installation and support services for these customers. To serve merchants, VeriFone will resell Netscape's server and commerce products bundled with VeriFone payment functionality to deliver complete software solutions for merchants who want to broaden their reach by establishing a commercial presence on the Internet. VeriFone will provide merchants with these solutions through its existing customers and channels.

Netscape and VeriFone create a combination that is uniquely qualified to fulfill the promise of global electronic commerce. VeriFone's point-of-sale systems for online payment processing and credit card verification are among standards recognized by thousands of banks, credit card and debit card processors, and millions of merchants and consumers throughout the world. VeriFone's solutions today address the technology standards, payment methods and government regulations of over 90 countries around the world, enabling the two companies to accelerate their goal of deploying Internet payment systems worldwide.

"Netscape's agreement with VeriFone will bring a comprehensive Internet payment solution to merchants, banks, credit card companies and consumers which will continue to fuel electronic commerce worldwide," said James Barksdale, chief executive officer at Netscape. "By combining VeriFone's electronic payment technology with Netscape's complete line of server and commerce software products, financial institutions and merchants can implement a complete payment solution."

The new solutions will be designed to be compatible with current and future credit card payment protocols, including Secure Electronic Payment Protocol (SEPP), being developed by an industry group and supported by Netscape. The two companies are working with leading card associations and processors to include additional protocols, supporting future payments instruments such as micropayments and debit transactions.

"To truly enable Internet commerce, banks, credit card companies, merchants and consumers need a trusted interoperable system as accessible and secure as current payment systems," said Hatim A. Tyabji, chairman, president and chief executive officer of VeriFone. "Consumers need to know they can safely pay for something electronically, merchants need to know they can safely accept it, and banks and other financial organizations need to be able to process it. Our goal is to give merchants the same 'plug and play' payment access on the Internet that they have come to expect in their retail stores."

VeriFone expects the integrated Netscape/VeriFone Internet gateway systems for financial institutions and the merchant systems to become available in the second to third quarters of 1996 from VeriFone, with increasing payment protocols and enhancements becoming available throughout the year.

Netscape Communications Corporation (http://www.netscape.com) is a premier provider of open software for linking people and information over enterprise networks and the Internet. The company offers a full line of Netscape Navigator clients, servers, development tools, and Netscape Internet Applications to create a complete platform for next-generation, live online applications. Traded on NASDAQ under the symbol "NSCP," Netscape Communications Corporation is based in Mountain View, California.

VeriFone, Inc. (http://www.verifone.com) is a leading global provider of Transaction Automation and Internet commerce solutions used to deliver electronic payment services to financial institutions, retail merchants and consumers, as well as government agencies, healthcare providers and benefits recipients. The company's more than 30 facilities -- including regional offices, development centers, and manufacturing and distribution centers -- are located throughout North and South America, Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia. To date, VeriFone has shipped more than 4.8 million Transaction Automation systems, which have been installed in over 90 countries. The company's 1994 net revenues totaled $309.1 million. In 1995, VeriFone acquired Enterprise Integration Technologies (http://www.eit.com) -- a leading provider of software and consulting services for electronic commerce on the Internet.

Corporate Sales: 415/528-2555; Personal Sales: 415/528-3777


Camelot DigiPhone Deluxe Win95 Compatible
CAMELOT LAUNCHES DIGIPHONE DELUXE COMPATIBLE WITH WINDOWS 95 AND BUNDLED WITH NETSCAPE NAVIGATOR

DALLAS, Texas (January 22) -- Camelot Corporation, (NASDAQ symbol CAML), announces that it has completed the development of DigiPhone Deluxe, the improved upgraded version of its revolutionary software that allows full duplex voice communication over the Internet. DigiPhone Deluxe, which will be released to retail stores in the next few weeks, is Windows 95 compatible. The latest version of Netscape Navigator client software, will be bundled in the Digiphone Deluxe retail box.

DigiPhone Deluxe has enhanced telephone features including conference calling capability, voice mail, speed dialing, voice sound effects, conversation recording and playback, and macro command capabilities. It comes with a full suite of Internet tools including Netscape Navigator 2.0 from Netscape Communications Corporation, an e-mail program, a news reader, an FTP program, and a Telnet program.

In addition, a free Windows 95 upgrade for the existing DigiPhone software is also announced. Further, both DigiPhone and DigiPhone Deluxe will now be marketed with two licenses in each retail box. Effectively, this will provide two Windows 95 compatible licenses for DigiPhone or DigiPhone Deluxe for the price of one, and will enable consumers to immediately start Internet telephone conversations with a family member or a friend without any extra cost. All existing DigiPhone users will be provided with a free extra license and a free Windows 95 upgrade. Consumers who buy DigiPhone currently stocked in retail stores will receive an extra free license and a free Windows 95 upgrade upon registration.

Camelot also announces that its subsidiary, Third Planet Publishing, Inc. the publishers of DigiPhone and DigiPhone Deluxe, has now activated the Global Directory feature of DigiPhone. The Global Directory allows any DigiPHone and DigiPhone Deluxe user to search and access any other DigiPhone and DigiPhone Deluxe user worldwide. The Directory may be found on Third Planet's web site on the Internet at http://www.planeteers.com.

"DigiPhone and DigiPhone Deluxe are now Windows 95 compatible, include two licenses in the retail box, and have access to a DigiPhone Internet phone book, making voice communications on the Internet even more user-friendly," said Danny Wettreich, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Camelot. "The additional phone features of the Deluxe version together with the inclusion of Netscape Navigator and the provision of a full suite of Internet tools makes me very confident that DigiPhone Deluxe will be a big success in 1996," he said. It is estimated that DigiPhone Deluxe, which has an MSRP of $149.95, will have an approximate retail shelf price of $79.00. DigiPhone has an MSRP of $89.95 and an approximate retail shelf price of $50.00.

Netscape Navigator 2.0 client software is a powerful, flexible, and easy-to-use online environment that lets users communicate and conduct business on Intranet enterprise networks and the Internet. Netscape Navigator 2.0 combines point-and-click network navigation, secure email, and threaded discussion groups with support for such advanced features as Java, sophisticated layout capabilities, and inline multimedia plug-ins to give users access to a new generation of live online applications. Available for all popular desktop environments, Netscape Navigator 2.0 is optimized to run smoothly over 14.4 kilobit/second modems as well as higher bandwidth lines.

Camelot Corporation is a holding company with subsidiaries focusing on CD-ROM software. Third Planet Publishing publishes the revolutionary new software DigiPhone and DigiPhone Deluxe, the world's first full duplexing digital phone system for the Internet. Camelot Distributing distributes CD-ROM software to independent retailers, and Mr. CD- ROM Stores is the first CD-ROM software specialist retail chain in the world.

For information contact: Danny Wettreich, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer at (214) 733-3005

Corporate Sales: 415/528-2555; Personal Sales: 415/528-3777


Attachmate Licenses Win/NT/95 Technology
Attachmate Licenses Windows, Windows NT and Windows 95 Technology from NetSoft

IRVINE, CA, January 24, 1996 -- NetSoft, a worldwide supplier of PC- to-host communications software, announced today that Attachmate Corporation has licensed NetSoft's midrange connectivity technology for incorporation into their selected communications software product lines.

NetSoft provides its 16-bit, industry-standard NS/Router, NS/Folders technology and file transfer facilities for Attachmate's RALLY! products for Windows 3.x.

Attachmate has licensed NetSoft's Windows NT and Windows 95 technology into their EXTRA! Personal Client software. This 32-bit Windows technology will not be incorporated into RALLY!

"We are delighted to provide Attachmate with our leading-edge technology in the PC-to-AS/400 marketplace," said Isaac (Zak) Kong, NetSoft's president and CEO. "NS/Router is the de facto standard in Windows 3.1 connectivity, and the licensing of our Windows NT and Windows 95 technology by Attachmate acknowledges NetSoft's leadership and expertise in PC-to-AS/400 connectivity."

NS/Router is a native Windows router software for PC-to-AS/400 communications that takes full advantage of the Windows environment, and allows users to fully manage connectivity to multiple AS/400s from within Windows with drag and drop simplicity. NS/Router provides the industry- standard link to over 200 client/server applications from leading independent software vendors (ISVs).

NS/Router for AS/400 Access is quickly following in its predecessor's footsteps, providing Windows NT and Windows 95 -to-AS/400 connectivity. Numerous ISVs have certified their applications with NS/Router for AS/400 Access.

NS/Folders is a high performance, native Windows client application that allows users to access an AS/400 host as a file server. NS/Folders includes virtual device drivers and DLLs to facilitate the exchange of documents and files between AS/400 Shared Folders and the PC or LAN file system. It offers dynamic access to AS/400s as file servers and coexists with all popular network operating systems.

Founded in 1980, NetSoft is a privately-held company that develops, markets and supports PC-to-midrange and PC-to-mainframe products that facilitate communication, collaboration and sharing of information between corporate networks. NS/Router and NS/Transfer are key components of NetSoft's award-winning NS/Midrange Client Services. NetSoft's connectivity products are sold worldwide by a direct sales force and authorized channel partners. Contact NetSoft at http://www.netsoft.com, (800) 463-8763 or (714) 753-0800. NetSoft's address is 31 Technology Drive, Irvine, California, 92718.


Novell TUXEDO Support from Centura/Gupta
Novell TUXEDO System Gains Support by Centura from Gupta Corporation

New Client/Server Development Tool Automates Access to Services of Three-Tier Enterprise Applications

OREM, Utah -- January 24, 1996 -- Novell, Inc. today announced support for the TUXEDO System by Centura Team Developer, a new application development tool for three-tier (client, application server and data-base server), enterprise client/server applications from Gupta Corporation. Centura Team Developer, a new high-end development environment, incorporates wizard' technology (pre-programmed routines for accomplishing a series of tasks) specifically designed to greatly simplify the development of graphical applications accessing the services of three-tier client/server environments such as Novell's TUXEDO System. Together, TUXEDO System and Centura automate access to the services of enterprise applications for end users needing to more quickly and easily develop and deploy mission-critical applications.

Three-tier client/server computing is the preferred architectural approach for implementing reliable, scalable distributed applications. In a three-tier TUXEDO System environment, application service components are "advertised" and can be accessed by authorized requestors, such as desktop client applications. Centura simplifies access to these TUXEDO managed service components by automatically generating the interface and communication code connecting the client and service tiers. Centura's three-tier wizard, and the complementary Centura TUXEDO Deployment Suite, automate the generation of messages, service invocations, and underlying network connections, freeing developers to concentrate on business logic and the user's interface to the application. Centura works with TUXEDO System interfaces, so desktop application developers don't have to. The direct result is more rapid, error free three-tier application development.

"As a consultant who has developed client/server applications using TUXEDO for mission-critical needs, I see great potential for the joint use of Centura and TUXEDO to develop scalable three-tier applications," said Chris Schmitt, president of Santosha Computer Works. "Centura's three-tier wizard will greatly simplify the development of enterprise-scale TUXEDO applications."

"We welcome Gupta's new Centura product line and its support for TUXEDO System," said Joe Menard, vice president and general manager of Novell's TUXEDO Systems Group. "Centura's Application wizard provides application developers with a tool that greatly increases their productivity by presenting knowledge about the server environment to the developer at development time."

About Centura

Centura Team Developer is a development environment that enables customers to rapidly build high-end, graphical client applications. Increasingly, client applications are designed to access a wide array of mission-critical applications across public and private networks. Centura is designed for these three-tier application architectures and directly supports transparent integration with TUXEDO environments.

In a three-tier application architecture, application developers use TUXEDO to logically partition client and server components of an application. The server side of the application generally encapsulates business logic and data access into small "remote subroutines" usually referred to as components or services. The Centura wizard technology and TUXEDO Deployment suite automate the development process of integrating Centura applications with application components that are developed and run on an application server. Centura transparently generates code for connecting the clients and application server tiers of the three-tier applications, enabling end users to develop mission-critical distributed applications in less time, and without using 3GL code to access the TUXEDO System.

"Our customers are evolving to a three-tier client/server architecture and Centura is positioned as a leading development tool for three-tier applications," said Earl Stahl, chief technology officer, Gupta Corporation. "Gupta recognizes TUXEDO as a leading three-tier application service environment and we have built TUXEDO System support into our flagship product, Centura."

About TUXEDO

Novell's TUXEDO System is the market-leading distributed transaction processing monitor with more than 40 percent of the market, providing an integrated environment for applications with client, application server and data tiers. Typically, TUXEDO System applications are designed to support applications critical to finance, manufacturing, retail management, online information service, new forms of electronic commerce, and many other industries. TUXEDO is a central part of Novell's strategy to extend distributed network services and APIs to support applications running across diverse client and server platforms on a Smart Global Network. TUXEDO runs on more than 35 platforms including NetWare and Microsoft Windows NT, and can be accessed from virtually any intelligent client.

TUXEDO System 6.1, the most current version of the product, is available from Novell and its OEM partners. For more information, contact a local Novell office.

Novell, Inc. (NASDAQ: NOVL), is the world's leading networking software provider. Novell software provides the infrastructure for a networked world, enabling our customers to connect with other people and the information they need, anytime and anyplace. Novell partners with other technology and market leaders to help customers make networks a part of their everyday lives.

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Business & Industry Database on FirstSearch
Business & Industry Database to be Added to FirstSearch

DUBLIN, Ohio, Jan. 19, 1996--Business & Industry, a multi-industry, international database of company, industry, market and product information from leading business publications, will be available in 1996 on the FirstSearch service, OCLC's online reference service for library users.

Published by Responsive Database Services Inc., Business & Industry provides access to 600+ trade and general business sources from 32 countries. More than half of the sources are available in full text. With more than 350,000 records, the database covers mid-1994 to present and will be updated daily with approximately 1,200 records.

"FirstSearch offers an ideal solution to maximizing access to our database as it complements our channels of distribution for the corporate market," said Dick Harris, president, Responsive Database Services. "It's an opportunity to serve the academic and public library market, offering different packages for making data widely available to students and faculty and public library users. The FirstSearch approach saves the library from having to physically receive and maintain a database, so they can operate more efficiently and provide access to the database through their OPAC system."

"Business and Industry is an exciting new database that will bring, at a very reasonable price, full-text business data to users," said Rick Noble, OCLC vice president, reference services. "For the demands of public library users, in particular, Business & Industry fills a need for current company and industry information."

The Business & Industry database will include abstracts for lengthy articles as well as online links to full text. Users will also have the option of ordering cited full-text articles through the FirstSearch document ordering service.

TheFirstSearch service is designed for people who use libraries, with an end-user interface that allows easy movement through the online search process in just a few simple steps, without training or online searching experience.

Responsive Database Services Inc. is a privately owned company founded in 1994 and based in Beachwood, Ohio. The company also operates Responsive Database Services Ltd. in the United Kingdom. It is engaged in production and global marketing of electronically accessed databases and CD-ROM products.

OCLC Online Computer Center is a nonprofit computer library service and research organization whose computer network and services link more than 21,000 libraries in 63 countries and territories. OCLC is on the World Wide Web at http://www.oclc.org.


OCLC Enhances EJO Web Using Java in 1996
OCLC Plans to Enhance EJO Web Using Java in 1996

DUBLIN, Ohio, Jan. 19, 1996--OCLC will use Java technology to enhance its OCLC Electronic Journals Online (EJO) World Wide Web interface, allowing wider access to the journals and improved display of articles through the Web.

Java technology will enable OCLC to re-create the typeset-quality display of EJO documents available under EJO Guidon, the current graphical user interface developed by OCLC, while allowing access from browsers running on Windows, Macintosh and UNIX systems.

"The Java technology will enable EJO users to enjoy all the rich features and functionality in Guidon without the need for special, proprietary software," said Rick Noble, vice president, OCLC reference services. "We think the use of Java will help make these important scholarly journals more accessible to potential users."

The Java programming language, developed by Sun Microsystems, allows small programs, called applets, to be built into World Wide Web pages. Written in the Java language and read by Web browsers such as HotJava and Netscape Navigator 2.0, applets provide the computing power to bring dynamic, intelligent applications, such as EJO, to the Web. When accessed, applets transparently migrate across the network and run on the user's machine, so there is no software to load at the user site.

OCLC introduced Guidon to meet the functionality needs of electronic publishing in 1992. Today, the interface environment is changing rapidly due to the popularity of the World Wide Web and nonproprietary browsers.

The Java environment enables OCLC to combine the best of both worlds. EJO Web using Java will retain unique features of Guidon display capabilities, such as the ability to display complex equations and special characters--all with the universality and convenience of Web browsers.

Java will be incorporated into OCLC's EJO Web interface in late 1996.

The OCLC Electronic Journals Online service currently offers 48 electronic journals through Windows- and Mac-based interfaces. Some of the journals are now available through a World Wide Web interface. Journals available on the OCLC Electronic Journals Online service include: Immunology Today Online, Applied Physics Letters Online, Current Opinions in Medicine series (24 journals), Current Opinions in Biology series (6 journals), Electronics Letters Online, The Online Journal of Knowledge Synthesis for Nursing, The Online Journal of CURRENT CLINICAL TRIALS, Physical Review Letters Online, Vaccine Online, and the IEE Proceedings series (11 journals).

OCLC Online Computer Library Center is a nonprofit computer library service and research organization whose computer network and services link more than 21,000 libraries in 63 countries and territories. OCLC is on the World Wide Web at http://www.oclc.org/.


DataTimes to be Available on FirstSearch

DUBLIN, Ohio, Jan. 19, 1996--A database of U.S. and international newspapers will soon join the increasing number of databases available on the OCLC FirstSearch service. DataTimes will produce the index of some 70 U.S. and 15 international newspapers. The ASCII full text of articles will be available for delivery to users' screens or e-mail accounts via the Internet.

"We've been collecting business information from publishers and broadcasters around the world for 15 years," said John M. Paschal, president, DataTimes Information Partnerships Division. "This alliance with OCLC represents a new strategic thrust--partnering with others to deliver information to users via many methods. FirstSearch is a clear leader among online information services, and we expect great things from our partnership."

"ASCII full-text journal information has been one of the most popular features on FirstSearch. Our partnership with DataTimes will add almost 100 newspapers to FirstSearch, all with full text available online from a first-class database publisher," said Rick Noble, vice president, reference services, OCLC. "This relationship continues our progress toward providing information when and where it is needed and at an affordable cost."

Among the newspapers for which DataTimes provides indexes and full- text articles are the Atlanta Journal and Constitution, Christian Science Monitor, Commerce Business Daily, Detroit News, Idaho Statesman, Mobile Press Register, Newsday, Rocky Mountain News, San Antonio Express News, San Francisco Chronicle, Times Picayune, Washington Times, Budapest Sun, China Daily, Jerusalem Post, Toronto Star, Prague Post and Singapore Press.

The DataTimes database on FirstSearch will be available by mid-1996.

DataTimes Corporation, founded in 1981, is a leading provider of business information services. Its online networks, once known as the home for "America's Newspapers Online," have grown into one of the world's most comprehensive electronic databases of business news and information. DataTimes is based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

The FirstSearch service is designed for people who use libraries, with an end-user interface that allows users to move easily through the online search process in just a few simple steps, without training or online searching experience. With some 60 databases, full text and, coming soon, online document image delivery, FirstSearch is one of the fastest growing end-user services in the library community. OCLC will soon offer a World Wide Web interface to FirstSearch.

OCLC Online Computer Library Center is a nonprofit computer library service and research organization whose computer network and services link more than 21,000 libraries in 63 countries and territories. The OCLC home page is located at http://www.oclc.org on the World Wide Web.


SofTrack Adds Local Workstation Metering
ON Technology Corporation Adds Local Workstation Metering With Add-ons For Popular SofTrack Application

CAMBRIDGE, Mass, Jan. 26, 1996 -- ON Technology Corporation (Nasdaq: ONTC) announced today a new software application that complements the company's industry-leading SofTrack license metering package by extending metering and reporting functionality to all Windows applications loaded on workstation hard drives.

SofTrack was originally designed to meter usage of network-based applications, allowing network administrators to centrally manage software license metering, ensure compliance with vendor copyright ownership, and enjoy the benefits of concurrent licensing when buying upgrades and new applications. While many network administrators now prefer to have applications load from the network server, certain end-users require locally based applications -- a situation previously unmet by SofTrack.

The new add-on module, SofTrack Workstation Metering, is a Windows application that runs in the background on users' workstations and complements the SofTrack 2.7 NetWare Loadable Module (NLM) that resides on the NetWare server. Current users of SofTrack 2.7 need only buy the SofTrack Workstation Metering module to gain the new capability; users of an earlier version of SofTrack will need to upgrade to SofTrack 2.7 first. New customers may take advantage of a special program that allows them to purchase SofTrack 2.7 and the SofTrack Workstation Metering module at a combined, discounted price.

"SofTrack and its Workstation Metering module can now effectively guarantee organizations the ability to track Windows applications no matter where they're installed," said John Rizzi, vice president of sales, ON Technology. "Workstation metering meets a request we have received from numerous SofTrack customers who have the need to run some applications from their hard drive and need a metering solution that allows them to maintain compliance with the licensing agreements on their applications," said Rizzi.

In addition to metering application usage, SofTrack Workstation Metering can also be used to block, track or restrict usage of any non-work related applications, such as games, online services and web browsers. For example, a license profile for the popular game Doom could be established in order to monitor any daytime use of the popular game. A report could be easily produced to show usage by person for any of these applications. Another option would be to use the SofTrack Time Restriction feature to prevent use of any entertainment software during business hours.

LOCAL LICENSE METERING WITHOUT A TSR OR STUB FILE

While the SofTrack Workstation Metering application is actually installed by the network administrator on the server, the program installs itself on each local workstation without requiring the administrator to visit each workstation during installation. The one other installation procedure for network administrators is to create a license profile for each Windows application that a user may run from a workstation. The network administrator need only specify the executable filename for each local Windows application. Both server- and local-based licenses can be pooled under one license profile or separate under two.

As users launch a locally based Windows application, the SofTrack Workstation Metering module notifies the SofTrack NLM on the server, which in turn records the local application usage for subsequent reports and license compliance enforcement.

Unlike metering products that use a TSR or stub file to perform local application metering, the SofTrack Workstation Metering application that resides on each workstation is tamper-proof, preventing clever users from bypassing local metering.

Indeed, each time a workstation logs onto the network, SofTrack verifies that the SofTrack Workstation Metering application is operational. If for some reason the local application isn't operational at login, SofTrack immediately notifies the network administrator of the discrepancy.

The new SofTrack Workstation Metering application is designed to allow NetWare administrators to save money by taking advantage of special licensing agreements that extend concurrent licensing to include applications installed on local hard drives. For example, one major software vendor, Microsoft, offers this option under its Maintenance Plus and Select 3.0 licensing program as long as the network administrator has a reasonable metering solution, such as SofTrack.

AVAILABILITY, PRICING AND INFORMATION

In North America, SofTrack Workstation Metering is available immediately through ON Technology and leading distributors and resellers worldwide. In North America, existing SofTrack 2.7 users need only purchase the SofTrack Workstation Metering add-on module: pricing is $395 for for a 25-user server, $495 for 50 users, $695 for 100 users, $945 for 250 users, $1595 for 500 users, and $2595 for 1000 users. To purchase both SofTrack 2.7 and SofTrack Workstation Metering, pricing is $890 for a 25-user server, $1140 for 50 users, $1690 for 100 users, $2340 for 250 users, $4090 for 500 users, and $6740 for 1000 users.

For availability and pricing outside North America, contact ON Technology for information on authorized distributors and resellers around the world.

To purchase SofTrack Workstation Metering or receive information about SofTrack or any of ON Technology's offerings, call 617-374- 1400 or toll-free North America 800-767-6683, visit the ON Technology home page on the World Wide Web at http://www.on.com, or send inquires over the Internet to info@on.com.

ON Technology Corporation is a leading provider of multi-platform network management and communications software that helps people work together on LANs and across the Internet. On Technology products operate on customer's NetWare, NTAS, LAN Manager, and Internet networks that include combinations of Windows, Win95, WinNT, Macintosh, DOS, OS/2, and Unix workstations using IP, IPX, NetBIOS, and Appletalk protocols. A publicly held company trading under the symbol ONTC since August 1, 1995, ON Technology Corporation is headquartered in Cambridge, Mass.


Platinum Plan Analyzer for Oracle
PLATINUM TECHNOLOGY ANNOUNCES PLAN ANALYZER FOR ORACLE; TOOL AUTOMATES SQL STATEMENT TUNING TO MAXIMIZE DATABASE PERFORMANCE

OAKBROOK TERRACE, IL, JANUARY 22, 1996. . . PLATINUM TECHNOLOGY, INC., today announced availability of PLATINUM Plan Analyzer for Oracle, a Windows-based tool that automates the task of tuning SQL statements for Oracle databases. Plan Analyzer eliminates the need to manually create, display, interpret, and test SQL optimization plans to increase database and application performance.

"SQL optimization plans can impact client/server application performance more than any other factor," said Scott Kane, senior vice president of database management for PLATINUM. "But optimizing SQL statements has traditionally been a laborious and often neglected task because it has required a high-level of expertise to interpret the optimization plans. Plan Analyzer automates SQL optimization planning, allowing both novice and expert Oracle administrators and developers to efficiently optimize SQL statements and enjoy improved database and application performance."

HOW PLAN ANALYZER WORKS

Plan Analyzer helps users determine which SQL optimization plan is fastest and consumes the least resources. Using simple point-and- click commands, Oracle administrators and developers can use the standard default optimization methods for each SQL statement: rule- based, cost-based (all rows and first row), and a customized plan with Oracle database hints. Results are provided in a graphical summary, and an explanation of each optimization plan is provided in plain English.

The database tool contains a SQL capture facility that allows users to trap and optimize the SQL code contained in application development tools like Microsoft Corp.'s Visual Basic and Powersoft Inc.'s PowerBuilder. In addition, Plan Analyzer lets Oracle administrators and developers save all SQL optimization plans and performance statistics in a row- level ownership repository, allowing retrieval and verification of optimization plans. The database tool also enables developers to readily implement array operations, which dramatically speed up frequently- used insert, delete, and update operations.

PLATINUM'S PRODUCT INTEGRATION STRATEGY

Plan Analyzer is part of PLATINUM's product strategy to bring best- of-breed data and systems management to the open enterprise environment -- the networked, heterogeneous computing environment that includes MVS-, UNIX-, and Windows-based platforms and may contain VMS, AS/400, and OS/2 systems.

AVAILABILITY, PRICING AND PLATFORM SUPPORT

Plan Analyzer is available immediately. Starting list price is $1, 995 per single user license. The database tool is compatible with Oracle Versions 6 and 7, and runs on Windows 3.0 and above, Windows 95, and Windows NT. PLATINUM plans to add Motif support to Plan Analyzer for Oracle in the first quarter of 1996. For pricing information call PLATINUM TECHNOLOGY at 1-800-442-6861 or 1-708-620-5000; or send email to info@platinum.com.

PLATINUM TECHNOLOGY, INC., delivers the payoff on information technology (IT) investments by providing tools that enable organizations to efficiently manage next-generation computing solutions while leveraging existing and legacy systems. The company provides application development, business intelligence, database administration, data warehousing, and systems management software solutions for the Open Enterprise Environment (OEE )-- the networked computing environment that incorporates mainframe, desktop, and open systems.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE E-MAIL US AT INFO@PLATINUM.COM


Platinum Adds Network Transaction Mgmt
PLATINUM TECHNOLOGY ADDS NETWORK TRANSACTION MANAGEMENT TO ITS SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT OFFERINGS;

ACQUISITION OF ADVANCED SYSTEM TECHNOLOGIES, INC. PRODUCTS MAKES PLATINUM THE ONLY VENDOR OFFERING TRUE MEASUREMENT OF END-USER RESPONSE TIMES FOR CLIENT/SERVER TRANSACTIONS

OAKBROOK TERRACE, IL, JANUARY 23, 1996 . . . PLATINUM TECHNOLOGY, INC., today announced the addition of client/sever transaction management tools to its line of performance management products. The newly acquired tools, which will be released by PLATINUM as WireTap, provide network service-level transaction monitoring and performance management for client/server applications in distributed UNIX environments.

On January 17, 1996, PLATINUM TECHNOLOGY added the WireTap products to its performance management line by acquiring Advanced System Technologies, Inc./Distributed Computing Group (AST/DCG), a privately-held company based in Englewood, Colorado. AST/DCG became a wholly-owned subsidiary of PLATINUM technology. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed. The addition of the AST/DCG transaction monitoring/management software is a key component of the PLATINUM Open Enterprise Management System (POEMS) strategy, PLATINUM's plan to provide complete, integrated operations and systems management solutions for the Open Enterprise Environment (OEE).

"Transaction service-level management tools are what the IT user community really wants, and needs, to ensure the efficient operation, integrity, and reliability of networked systems. AST/DCG is a leading provider of these tools," said Andrew Filipowski, president and CEO of PLATINUM technology, inc. "By analyzing the response time of client/server application transactions at the network level, the AST/DCG products enable system administrators to manage performance problems before they filter down to subordinate levels, including servers and databases. They also allow IT management to accurately forecast performance. Effective performance management results in potentially huge savings in staff time and processing costs."

"With the acquisition of the AST/DCG products, PLATINUM is now the only systems management vendor offering a solution that truly measures end-user response time for client/server transactions," said Filipowski.

"We look forward to joining PLATINUM and integrating with POEMS, and PLATINUM's systems management and data management solutions," said James Rosborough, development laboratory manager at AST/DCG. "Our companies share philosophies about spending the maximum amount of time possible with customers to ensure that products are developed to meet customers' changing needs. Also, with the additional development, marketing and sales resources PLATINUM provides, we will be able to give our customers more powerful tools, faster than we could before."

WIRETAP AND PLATINUM'S PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT SUITE

PLATINUM WireTap will be composed of two products: Xtn::Characterizer and Xtn::Monitor. Xtn::Characterizer profiles client/server applications: it analyzes the significant transactions associated with a given application, and records how much network, server, and database resources each transaction uses. For transactions calibrated by Xtn::Characterizer, Xtn::Monitor will measure the ongoing volume and response time performance of the significant transactions within the application (for example, order entry transactions in a retail system). System administrators can use this data to identify when transaction response times are greater than normal, and take corrective actions. By monitoring the application's workload and performance, Xtn::Monitor supplies the necessary information that is crucial to service-level reporting and the capacity planning process.

The WireTap product line is a significant addition to PLATINUM's suite of enterprise-strength performance management products. This suite also includes DBVision, which manages performance of UNIX-based relational database systems, and ServerVision, which manages UNIX server performance. "WireTap brings the network into the PLATINUM performance management suite," said Mark Fetherolf, vice president of PLATINUM's Aston Brooke lab, which develops DBVision and ServerVision. "PLATINUM now offers a truly comprehensive enterprise performance management solution, from the database level to the network."

PLATINUM SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT STRATEGY

The acquisition of AST/DCG is an integral component of PLATINUM's systems management strategy. Systems management ties together critical management functions of both MVS and "open" client/server systems. PLATINUM will help information systems executives manage their open enterprise environments by linking data management, network management, job management, database administration, storage management, security, performance management, help desk, and transaction management functions.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE E-MAIL US AT INFO@PLATINUM.COM


Reveal Theatra Speaker Line Promo
REVEAL COMPUTER PRODUCTS PROMOTES TOP WARNER BROS. RECORDS ARTISTS WITH IN-STORE PROMOTION TO LAUNCH NEW SPEAKER LINE

REVEAL TO OFFER WARNER SAMPLER CD WITH EVERY SPEAKER SYSTEM WOODLAND HILLS, Calif, -- (January 11, 1996) -- Reveal Computer Products annnounces its new Theatra line of multimedia speakers. Reveal, a leading provider of personal computer multimedia upgrade products and computer accessories, will debut a special promotion featuring music from Warner Bros. Records to add "star appeal" to Reveal's new Theatra line through a special in-store promotion.

The "Put Your Finger on Great Sound" promotion will run from December 1995 to March 1996 and will include a demonstration of Warner Bros. and Reprise Records music heard through the new Theatra speakers at specially designed speakers demonstration boxes at retail outlets nationwide. Additionally, Reveal will offer a free sampler CD of songs from top Warner/Reprise artists.

"The Theatra line sets a new standard for sound quality and convenience. Providing great music from Warner Bros. Records, artists will let consumers hear just how remarkable the sound from these speakers is,&quot:, said Bob Anderson, vice president of marketing for Reveal Computer Products. "As a bonus, purchasers of the Theatra models will take home a collection of top Warner and Reprise artists to listen to on their computer, car or home stereo."

"The in-store promotion with Reveal is a strong marketing vehicle which allows Warner and Reprise artists to be seen and, most importantly, heard at computer and mass merchants nationwide. We believe the response will be very positive in terms of interest and sales," said Dan Nathanson, vice prisedent of strategic marketing for Warner Bros. Records.

The Theatra multimedia speakers feature a remote control so the speakers can be placed away from the computer for optimum acoustics while still having complete control over the sound. They also feature SRS 3-D stereo sound for theater-like quality sound. The RSS240 and the RSS480 are stereo speakers plus subwoofer systems. The RSS160 features stereo speakers, and the RSW160 is a stand alone subwoofer. The Theatra line can be attached to any PC, Macintosh and almost all game consoles, as wll as personal CD and cassette players.

The Reveal Theatra and Warner Bros. Records promotion rolls out nationwide in December through Reveal's extensive retail network including Best Buy, Circuit City, Sear's "Brand Central", Egghead Software, Fretter/Silo, Lechmere's, Office Depot and other national chain stores.

Woodland Hills, California-based Reveal Computer Products enables computer users to maximize the productivity, education and entertainment attributes of computers through a comprehensive line of user-friendly, value-priced umltimedia hardware products and personal computer upgrade products. The Company enjoys strong market presence, with Reveal products available in thousands of mass merchant retail locations in the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Australia as well as through distributors and resellers worldwide.'

For further information call 1-800-REVEAL-1


ATM Machines with Auto User Identification
Automatic Teller Machines from Siemens Nixdorf with automatic user identification by means of physical characteristics instead of PIN number

PADERBORN. SIEMENS NIXDORF HAS DEVELOPED AN AUTOMATIC TELLER MACHINE THAT IDENTIFIES USERS BY THEIR FACES. A PROCASH ATM HAS BEEN INTRODUCED THAT AUTHENTICATES USERS BY THEIR PHYSICAL FEATURES AND CHECKS WHETHER THEY ARE AUTHORIZED TO WITHDRAW CASH. THE NEW IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM IS BASED ON NEURAL NETWORKS AND REPLACES CONVENTIONAL ENTRY OF A PIN NUMBER. IT IS SIMPLER TO USE THAN EXISTING ACCESS CONTROL METHODS AND CONSIDERABLY MORE SECURE, RELIABLY ELIMINATING CARD MISUSE. IT IS SUITABLE FOR INSTALLATION IN EQUIPMENT OF THE CSC/430 AND CSC/450 SYSTEM FAMILIES.

January 22, 1996 -- Identification of ATM users by means of facial recognition is based on the fact that human beings have unique physiological features that remain unchanged throughout their lives. This system is a joint development of Siemens Nixdorf, Maku Informationstechnik GmbH, Essen, and the Zentrum fuer Neuroinformatik Gesellschaft fuer intelligente Informationsverarbeitung (ZN) GmbH - the Center for Neuroinformatics, Society for Intelligent Information Processing - in Bocum.

When the user inserts his or her chipcard, a camera integrated in the ATM automatically takes a photograph of the user's face and compares facial features with the reference image stored on the card. The read device automatically deletes the verification data when the card holder withdraws cash. It stores the image of the user only if illegal access is attempted. This enables the transaction to be reconstructed and the image may also serve as legal evidence.

According to Dr. Wolfgang Kronen, head of neural personal identification systems at ZN, real-world use is now possible as efforts to "compress the biometric features required for identification purposes to a few hundred bytes" have proved successful.

The rejection quota for authorized users is less than 0.5 % (5 per thousand). The identification method underlying this system recently emerged as winner of a competition sponsored by the US government. In particular, the functional stability and reliability of the facial recognition system were critically appraised.

Siemens Nixdorf Informationssysteme AG

Angelika B"ttcher, Siemens Nixdorf, Press Office

Tel.: (+49) 89 / 6 36 - 5 32 04

Uwe Krause, Siemens Nixdorf, LoB SB

Tel.: (+49) 52 52 / 82 80 10


SPC ASAP WordPower Creates Visuals
SOFTWARE PUBLISHING CORPORATION ANNOUNCES ASAP WordPower

New Windows 95 Version Helps Users Create Impressive Visuals from Simple Text in Minutes

SAN JOSE, Calif., January 22, 1996 -- Software Publishing Corporation (SPC) today announced ASAP WordPower, version 1.95. The product will transform existing word processing files, or text created in ASAP WordPower's outliner, into impressive visuals in minutes. ASAP WordPower is a 32-bit application that takes full advantage of the interoperability and improved performance of the Windows 95 and Windows NT operating systems.

Built on SPC's patented technology called "Intelligent Formatting," ASAP WordPower helps consumers, from novice to expert, prepare well-designed presentations quickly and easily. The product removes the intimidation factor from creating quality visuals, allowing users to express their ideas with dynamic slides or reports that would normally take hours to prepare using traditional word processor or graphics programs.

ASAP WordPower is a totally new concept in 'smart software'," said Brad Peppard, vice president of marketing at Software Publishing Corporation. "Whether it's exchanging ideas with a colleague, distributing an ASAP presentation to others via e-mail, or incorporating exciting visuals in reports, ASAP WordPower helps consumers turn plain words into graphically compelling materials without the time or effort that traditional graphics programs require."

New Features and Benefits

CREATING AND ENHANCING VISUALS.

To enhance their electronic presentations, ASAP WordPower now offers users the option of adding transition effects to any of 14 designs. Customers can now choose the new Party design for more informal or festive events, and the new Dollars color scheme for accentuating business presentations or reports. ASAP WordPower presents users with a choice of 22 layouts, 14 designs and 18 color schemes for more than 5,500 great-looking combinations.

ASAP WordPower also sports a new startup template, enabling users to save their favorite customized background, logo and other selections. This feature will automatically default to the selected template when the application is opened, helping users maintain a corporate standard or "look" to their visuals.

In addition, ASAP WordPower includes intelligent drag and drop, inviting users to choose appropriate areas to place objects within the layout.

ENHANCED COMPATIBILITY

With ASAP WordPower, users now enjoy enhanced compatibility with PowerPoint 7.0. For example, PowerPoint presenters can quickly create a pyramid or orbit chart in ASAP WordPower and transport it to PowerPoint. In addition, any outline prepared in ASAP WordPower can be saved as a text file and imported to PowerPoint, allowing users to easily incorporate ASAP WordPower information into a PowerPoint presentation. Users can also select a slide from the PowerPoint slide sorter and then, in a single step, either drag and drop or copy/paste to bring it into ASAP WordPower.

"ASAP WordPower is the solution to preparing dynamic visuals in a flash," said Mike Kaltschnee, vice president of business development at DeMorgan Industries Corporation. "Whether you're importing simple text from a word processing application or more complex slides from PowerPoint, ASAP WordPower has the ability to produce effective visuals or reports utilizing the speed and performance of Windows 95."

NEW RUNTIME VERSION

In March 1996, Software Publishing will offer a free runtime version of ASAP WordPower. This will give users the ability to save a presentation to a floppy disk and run the visuals on another system without the application being installed. Furthermore, copies of presentations can be freely distributed via e-mail, and easily viewed by the recipients.

PUBLIC BETA PROGRAM

Effective January 23, 1996, interested customers can download a fully functional copy of ASAP 1.0 or ASAP WordPower 1.95 beta for a free 30 day trial, from the Company's home page, http://www.spco.com.

PRICING AND AVAILABILITY

ASAP WordPower will ship mid-February 1996, with an estimated street price of $99.00. To meet the needs of both Windows 95 and Windows 3.1 users, Software Publishing will bundle ASAP WordPower for Windows 95 and ASAP 1.0 for Windows 3.1. Customers who purchase ASAP 1.0 prior to March 31, 1996 can upgrade to ASAP WordPower, version 1.95, free of charge (shipping and handling not included) by calling 1/800-336-8360.

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

ASAP WordPower, version 1.95, requires the Windows 95 or Windows NT operating system, a 486 or higher IBM-PC or compatible; 1 MB of available memory; 3.5 MB of hard disk space; a Microsoft Windows compatible mouse; and a 16-color VGA or higher display.

THE COMPANY Software Publishing Corporation (NASDAQ:SPCO) is an international supplier of business productivity software for the IBM personal computer and compatibles. The company develops and markets visual communication solutions which enrich the user's ability to see, understand and communicate information to make more effective business decisions. The Company's product line includes ASAP WordPower, ASAP 1.0, Harvard GraphicsR, HarvardR ChartXL, Harvard Spotlight, and Harvard Montage. For more information, users can contact the company's Customer Service Department at 800/336-8360. Users can also visit Software Publishing's Internet home page: http://www.spco.com.


EarthTime World Clock for Netscape Navigator
STARFISH SOFTWARE INC. INTRODUCES "EARTHTIME" THE WORLD CLOCK FOR NETSCAPE NAVIGATOR 2.0

First Internet tool for telling time around the world now available for online preview and download.

(Scotts Valley, CA -- January 22, 1996) -- Starfish Software, Inc. today announced that it has begun an online preview and download program for EarthTime as a plug-in for Netscape Navigator 2.0 (NETSCAPE COMMUNICATIONS - NSCP). EarthTime is a popular component of the best- selling personal information manager Sidekick 95. The EarthTime Plug-in is designed exclusively for Netscape Navigator 2.0 and runs on Windows 95 and Windows NT. With the EarthTime Plug-in, Netscape Navigator users can check the time anywhere in the world with a single glance, without leaving their browser.

"The EarthTime Plug-in for Netscape fits right into Starfish Software's mission to deliver Smart Internet Solutions' to customers around the world," said Philippe Kahn, chairman and co-founder of Starfish Software. "When the EarthTime Plug-in is used with Netscape Navigator 2.0, users are able to know exactly when the rest of the world is open for business. It's easy, reliable, powerful, and yet very simple."

The EarthTime Plug-in is an ideal solution for individuals, corporations, government and military organizations needing to schedule appointments, conference calls and chat sessions with participants in multiple time zones. The new plug-in allows users to monitor the time and date simultaneously in eight cities of their choice. Cities can be picked from a database of over 350 world capitals and major commercial centers. The EarthTime Plug-in also adjusts for daylight savings time. All the EarthTime Plug-in functionality is available directly from within Netscape Navigator 2.0.

An easy-to-read world map display lets users know instantly which parts of the world are in daylight and which are in darkness. "

The EarthTime Plug-in shows:

   Local time, date and day of the week simultaneously in eight

   selected cities.

   Handy information about the selected cities, such as country

   and city code for international phone calls.

   The time difference between any two selected cities in the world.

The EarthTime Plug-in also includes a conversion calculator that translates distances, weights, volumes, power and other key measurements between U.S. and ISO standard measurement systems.

PRICING AND AVAILABILITY

A preview version of the EarthTime Plug-in for Netscape Navigator 2.0 is featured on the Netscape Web site and is available on the Starfish Software Web site:

http://www.starfishsoftware.com/

for customer download and feedback. Exact pricing and availability information for the EarthTime Plug-in will be announced at a later date.

ABOUT NETSCAPE NAVIGATOR PLUG-INS

The Netscape Navigator Plug-in Application Programming Interface (API) allows developers to extend the functionality of Netscape Navigator with native support for new data types and additional features. Plug-in applets appear as additional capabilities of the software, indistinguishable to the user from the Netscape baseline features.

ABOUT STARFISH SOFTWARE, INC.

Starfish Software, Inc. is focused on delivering "Smart Internet Solutions" to customers around the world. In particular, the company has announced that in 1996 it will begin delivering Java-based Internet and intranet enterprise scheduling to its customers.

Starfish Software, Inc. was founded in 1994 by Sonia Lee, a leading Silicon Valley user interface and graphic designer, and Philippe Kahn, one of the software industry's best-known pioneers. The company's mission is to focus on smart solutions for the new wired world. From its inception the company's development efforts have been focused on the Internet and Computer Telephony Integration (CTI).

Starfish Software, Inc. products are available worldwide through retail, online, corporate and OEM channels. The company has achieved an active customer base of over one million corporate, small business, government and home users since launching its best-selling brands, Sidekick and Dashboard. Sidekick has earned a dominant market share in the U.S. and Japanese markets for scheduling and contact management software. Dashboard has earned a leading position in the Windows desktop utilities market.

The currently shipping Starfish Software product line includes Sidekick 95, Sidekick 95 Deluxe, and Dashboard 95 for Windows 95 and Windows NT as well as Sidekick 2.0, Sidekick Deluxe and Dashboard 3.0 for Windows 3.1.

CONTACTING STARFISH SOFTWARE

For more information, contact Starfish Software on the Internet at: http://www.starfishsoftware.com or visit Starfish Software forums on leading commercial services (America Online: Keyword Starfish; CompuServe: Go Starfish; Microsoft Network: Go Word Starfish). To order products from Starfish, call 1-800-765-7839.  Starfish Software, Inc. is located at 1700 Green Hills Road, Scotts Valley, CA, 95066.


Simplified Sybase Licensing Structure
Sybase Annnounces Simplified Licensing Structure

New Program Makes it Easier to Buy and Manage Software Licenses

EMERYVILLE, CA, JANUARY 22, 1996 -- Sybase, Inc., The Enterprise Client/Server Company, today announced a new simplified licensing structure that is designed to make it easier for customers to buy and manage Sybase software licenses as they expand their deployment of client/server applications. The program provides consistent and flexible licensing options across the full Sybase line of products and is scheduled to begin February 5, 1995. The new program allows customers to choose the licensing option that best matches the way they manage their software assets and it also includes options designed to make it easier for channel partners to administer Sybase licenses.

Meets Client/Server Needs with Networked Licensing Model

As part of the structure, Sybase announced a new networked option and an updated concurrent licensing option for client/server products. The new networked licensing model reflects the software industry's movement toward a standardized approach to licensing software for use in the growing client/server environment. The networked licensing model allows customers to give users networked access to applications on multiple servers, rather than restricting them to a single server. Also under the networked licensing model, Sybase is providing customers with the option to purchase licenses on either a per seat or a "named user" basis. The named user is licensed to run the software on multiple devices such as an office desktop, a laptop, and a home computer.

The updated concurrent user licensing model announced today improves server-based options by eliminating tiered pricing. Under the new model, Sybase products are priced by number of users accessing a server rather than by the size of the hardware system on which they run. Customers also will be able to license desktop products to a specific desktop device or to a named user.

"This reengineering of our licensing structure illustrates a unified licensing strategy for Sybase and Powersoft products and reflects our commitment to make Sybase easy to do business with," said Tom Herring, vice president of corporate marketing for Sybase.

"Rather than increasing or decreasing prices, the new licensing structure continues our commitment to offer the most competitive price/performance in the industry. Our customers want high-performance, high-quality software, but they also want a licensing structure that is easy to understand and manage."

As part of its new pricing structure, Sybase will eliminate added- processor fees for customers licensing Sybase SQL Server, Open Server, and Net-Gateway on symmetrical multiprocessing systems. In addition, customers will be able to obtain system management product components under a single license and a single price per server, regardless of the number of users. Sybase will continue to support customers' existing software licenses and is not requiring customers to migrate these to the new models. However, customers who want to take advantage of the new pricing models have the option of converting their existing licenses to the new models.

New Programs for Channel Partners

The new pricing options are part of a series of programs that are designed to make it easier for partners to resell Sybase products. Grant Challenger, director of marketing at ICON Solutions, Inc., a Sybase partner based in Conshohocken, Pa., commented, "Our focus has always been on making technology work. Since the new pricing program is hardware independent, we can spend more time on the client's technical requirements versus complex pricing schemes and contracts."

Sybase, Inc

Sybase, Inc. is a worldwide leader in client/server software. Sybase and its Powersoft division are focused on four major market segments: on-line transaction processing, data warehousing, mass deployment and electronic commerce. Sybase's software products -- database, middleware and tools -- provide customers with desktop to enterprise solutions. The company's mission is to provide its customers with an open, adaptable information systems architecture that enables them to develop and deliver complete information systems solutions to facilitate rapid business change. Headquartered in Emeryville, CA, Sybase is the sixth largest independent software company in the world. The company's Internet addresses are www.sybase.com and www.powersoft.com.


Sybase 1998 World Cup Official Swr Supplier
Sybase Chosen as Official Software Supplier of the 1998 World Cup

Client/Server Software to Run World's Largest Mass-Media Sporting Event with a Cumulative Worldwide TV Audience of More Than 37 Billion

EMERYVILLE, CA, JANUARY 22, 1996 -- Sybase, Inc., The Enterprise Client/Server Company, today announced that its software products have been selected by the 1998 World Cup Organizing Committee, the Comite Francais d'Organisation de la Coupe du Monde, as the Official Software of the 1998 World Cup. Sybase software, which was also showcased in the 1994 World Cup, will be integrated into almost every aspect of managing the event and will be a key component of an information system encompassing more than one hundred local area networks linked together by a single wide area network.

Sybase software was a key component of the 1994 World Cup Information Technology System based in the United States, at the time the largest global deployment of client/server technology supporting a true "virtual enterprise."

"The World Cups stated objective for 1998 is to leverage and go beyond the success of the system built for World Cup 1994, which was truly trend-setting technology," said Dave Peterschmidt, executive vice president and chief operating officer for Sybase. "For the new system, supporting the largest sporting event ever, we'll help build the next generation of client/server architectures, one that is truly network-centric and technically elegant. Sybase is a world-class company, and the 1998 World Cup's selection of our technology highlights our leadership in providing the enterprise-wide client/server solutions."

"Sybase is clearly the right software choice for the 1998 World Cup," said Philippe Verveer - Director of information technology for the 1998 World Cup.

"The World Cup Organizing Committee recognized the superior performance and functionality that Sybase products can offer in bringing together an enterprise client/server infrastructure, global connectivity/access and multimedia capabilities. The commitment and motivation of the Sybase team -- and the experience of Sybase in the World Cup USA 1994 --were further motivations in selecting Sybase technology."

The 1998 World Cup Information Technology Network

Sybase products will be used to build and run the information system that will manage the soccer matches and supporting operations in over ten locations throughout France. Cities hosting games and events include Bordeaux, Lens, Lyon, Marseille, Montpellier, Nantes, Paris, St. Denis, St. Etienne and Toulouse. Sybase software will link together the headquarters of the Organizing Committee, the International Broadcast Centre, the Main Press Center in or close to Paris, and each organizing city, including CFO offices, the stadium, the hospitality village, the press center, the accreditation center, the FIFA-selected hotel and press hotels. FIFA (Federation Internationale de Football Association), based in Zurich, Switzerland, is the governing body of the World Cup.

The system will consist of a wide-area network of Sybase SQL Server databases, and applications developed using Powersoft) development tools running on over 1,800 client workstations. It is anticipated that 2.5 million attendees and more than 9,000 journalists will access this system both in France and around the world.

Some Specific Applications

The 1998 World Cup information system will consist of several components including applications designed to track and manage the registration of over 1,200 of the worlds best athletes and officials; manage accreditation and badging of over 50,000 participants, as well as manage logistics and security; and support multimedia workstations that provide attendees, journalists and participants with historical game information, player/team profiles, game-by-game statistics, standings and results.

"The 1998 World Cup organization wants a sophisticated, easy- to-access, graphical way of presenting information to the thousands of press and officials covering the games, as well as the billions of people watching them. We also need to effectively capture video images of participants to print on the badges and store in the database," said Verveer, "Sybase software provides the features we need to build, run and support these applications."

Applications using Sybase software will allow the accreditation system to input video imaging along with identification information (name, country, passport number, etc.) for the 50,000 registered participants of the 1998 World Cup. The accreditation system will use the video images to create photo-ID badges and the security system will use the data to provide order and access control to the World Cup Games and to track any accredited people.

The logistics application will track a range of functions, including ticketing, accommodations, medical services, media booking, transportation, personnel deployment, economic information, project planning and control, computer aided design to manage maps of venues, procurement and materials management, volunteers and other personnel.

Sybase products used by the 1998 World Cup

The 1998 World Cup will have access to the broad range of Sybases products including SQL Server 11, Replication Server, and Powerbuilder. More details on Sybase products -- and how they will be used in the 1998 World Cup -- will be made available as the event draws nearer.

Sybase, Inc.

Sybase, Inc. is a worldwide leader in client/server software. Sybase and its Powersoft subsidiary are focused on four major market segments: on-line transaction processing, data warehousing, mass deployment and electronic commerce. Sybase's software products -- database, middleware and tools -- provide customers with desktop to enterprise solutions. The company's mission is to provide its customers with an open, adaptable information systems architecture that enables them to develop and deliver complete information systems solutions to facilitate rapid business change. Headquartered in Emeryville, CA, Sybase is the sixth largest independent software company in the world. The company's Internet addresses are www.sybase.com and www.powersoft.com.


Sybase Web.Works Internet Architecture
Sybase, Inc. Announces Web.Works Internet Architecture

Powersoft to Internet-Enable Client/Server Applications, Provide Browser Extensions, and Enable the Development of Executable Content and Application Servers

CONCORD, MA, JANUARY 22, 1996 -- Sybase, Inc., The Enterprise Client/Server Company, today announced web.works, a comprehensive architecture encompassing the company's database, middleware and tools products that enables the delivery of sophisticated business applications on the Internet. With web.works, Sybase will deliver a single, integrated and extensible application architecture capable of supporting the development and deployment of client/server and Internet applications.

Today's announcements are focused on new application development technologies for the Internet to be offered by Sybase's Powersoft division. Additional announcements regarding new Sybase database and middleware products for the Internet will be forthcoming as part of the ongoing delivery of web.works.

With web.works, the company announced today that PowerBuilder will enable users to both leverage their existing client/server applications with new Internet capabilities and to create new Internet-specific applications. PowerBuilder 5.0 will enable the creation of OLE servers and browser plug-ins. In addition, Powersoft will make available the PowerBuilder DataWindow as an OCX and a plug-in, enabling users to add sophisticated data access, analysis and presentation technology to their browser-based Internet applications. PowerBuilder 5.0 will also enable the creation of distributed objects accessible from web-based clients. Subsequent updates of PowerBuilder will enable the creation of OCXs. PowerBuilder 5.0 is currently expected to ship in the first half of 1996.

"The major Internet opportunity for Sybase will be to provide technology that enables customers to develop and deploy business applications," said Mitchell Kertzman, executive vice president of Sybase and CEO of Powersoft. "These new applications will be more sophisticated and demanding than those currently on the Web, very few of which allow you to enter data or are connected to databases. The Internet holds exciting promise, however, and many companies seeking a competitive edge are evaluating their need for new business applications and trying to decide whether to build them in client/server or for the Internet. We want to enable our customers to build their applications in a single environment and then deploy those applications on the platform that best suits their specific clients. We believe client/server and Internet applications will co-exist for many years to come."

Enabling Internet Business Applications

The deployment of business applications on the Internet is allowing businesses to provide customers with self-service capabilities, and is helping companies reach more customers sooner, at reduced cost and effort. web.works is based on an analysis of the total requirements for the development and deployment of successful Internet applications.

Internet-Enabled Clients

Powersoft will enhance the standard Windows interface with browser capabilities, enabling customers to leverage their IT investments by adding Internet capabilities to existing client/server applications without the time and cost of a re-write. Powersoft's tools will enable users to add "browser functionality," such as the ability to communicate with FTP servers, download information from the Internet or simply use the Internet as an economical wide-area network, via an OCX or class library that plugs into their existing applications.

Components

Powersoft will extend the browser metaphor through components that provide data access, analysis and presentation capabilities, multimedia features and critical business functionality. To address HTML's limited data handling capabilities, Powersoft will deliver a DataWindow OCX and DataWindow plug-in, enabling browsers to present data in all of the DataWindow styles, including rich text format, grid, cross-tab, business graphics and complex forms. The DataWindow will also provide Internet developers with data formatting from repositories, validation rules, edit masks, update capabilities and the complete range of sophisticated attributes that comprise the DataWindow object. Powersoft will make the DataWindow OCX and plug-in available for downloading at no charge from the company's Web site.

Powersoft also intends to extend browsers though products from Visual Components, Inc., with whom Sybase recently announced its intent to merge. Visual Components' product line includes Formula One, an Excel-compatible spreadsheet component and First Impression, a charting and business graphics component. Formula One/NET, a plug-in for Netscape's Navigator 2.0, is currently available for downloading from the company's Web site at www.visualcomp.com. Other Visual Components products are being ported to the plug-in format.

Executable Content

Powersoft's development tools will enable users to develop their own executable content, as C++ or Java applets, OLE servers, plug-ins and OCXs, providing client/server power on the Internet. For example, a PowerBuilder developer could create a plug-in that contained a PowerBuilder window with multiple DataWindows talking to different databases, one local, one via the Internet, another bypassing the Internet to use native APIs for higher performance and another initiating a three-tier service.

Dynamic Content

Sybase web.sql, which provides open, high-performance links to databases, also allows embedded SQL statements to be embedded within an HTML page, enabling the creation of dynamic, personalized content. It supports the Common Gateway Interface (CGI) and Netscape Application Programming Interface (NSAPI) standards. Sybase web.sql, which is currently in beta and available for downloading from the Sybase Web page, was announced in December 1995 and is currently expected to ship the in the first quarter of 1996.

Powersoft's family of application development tools will also enable the creation of dynamic content, and will support the CGI, NSAPI and Microsoft Internet Server Application Programming Interface (ISAPI) standards. Powersoft tools will allow the developer to invoke application servers created in PowerBuilder or C++, which can be used to access a database and create a dynamic page by shipping HTML directly to the browser or by using the DataWindow. PowerBuilder 5.0's support of distributed applications gives the user access to more than a single target database. It also plugs the user, via Sybase's Open Client API, into the entire Sybase database architecture, providing access to more than 25 data sources.

Multimedia Authoring

Later in Q1, Powersoft will provide more detailed product plans designed to meet the "splash" multimedia requirements of Internet applications.

World-class Databases and Middleware

Sybase will enhance its database and middleware products to provide security, directory services and interfaces that support reliable, safe use of the Internet for business applications. Upcoming announcements will provide more details.

Web Browsers, Web Servers, HTML Editors and Graphic Creation

POWERSOFT WILL PARTNER WITH LEADING VENDORS.

"We see the Internet not as a new business or market, but as a new platform, in the same way mainframes, minicomputers and client/server were new platforms," said David Litwack, president of Powersoft. "Years ago, a new platform meant a new box. Then came client/server, and we had to expand our thinking about platforms to include separate clients and servers. Now the Internet has added the web-based metaphor. As with prior paradigm shifts, users can build a new class of applications, in this case with a radically different client interface -- the browser -- but they still have all the same back-end issues and challenges they had before. Sybase's success at solving these problems for customers who made the shift to client/server computing through the application of its superior database, middleware and tools products positions Sybase well for success in an Internet-enabled market."

Sybase, Inc. is a worldwide leader in client/server software. Sybase and its Powersoft division are focused on four major market segments: on-line transaction processing, data warehousing, mass deployment and electronic commerce. Sybase's software products -- database, middleware and tools -- provide customers with desktop to enterprise solutions. The company's mission is to provide its customers with an open, adaptable information systems architecture that enables them to develop and deliver complete information systems solutions to facilitate rapid business change. Headquartered in Emeryville, CA, Sybase is the sixth largest independent software company in the world. The company's Internet addresses are www.sybase.com and www.powersoft.com.


ATM-over-Copper-Wire in GeoSwitch 155
UB Networks and Tut Systems

Washington, DC - January 23, 1995 - UB Networks, Inc. and Tut Systems, Inc. announced today that UB Networks will implement Tut's ATM-over- copper-wire technology in its GeoSwitch 155. This potentially saves customers tens of thousands of dollars by allowing customers to deploy high-speed ATM on their existing building wiring, without upgrading.

UB Networks continues to provide the most affordable ATM solutions by allowing GeoSwitch to run at full 155 Mbps over Category 3 unshielded twisted pair (UTP) copper wire, the most popular category of copper cabling installed for local area networks (LANs). Previously, ATM- to-the-desktop was only available over the more expensive Category 5 UTP, or the even costlier fiber-optic cable. ATM via UTP/3 offers the advantages of being a less expensive, more efficient, and reliable technology than other proposed ATM UTP transmission technologies. UB Networks, as a principal member and vice chair of the ATM Forum Technical Committee, will also be proposing this approach to the ATM Forum for industry standardization.

The agreement calls for Tut Systems to integrate two different versions of their transceivers into UB Networks' ATM product line. One version of the ATM via UTP/3 transceivers will be integrated in UB Network's GeoSwitch 155, while the other will be incorporated into UB Networks' product line of ATM adapters.

"This is yet another affirmation by UB Networks to make ATM affordable and easily deployable, with minimal disruption to their existing network operations," said Tyrone Pike, senior vice president and general manager, Network Services Division of UB Networks. "We had already set an aggressive pricepoint for ATM with our GeoSwitch (at $995 per port) and GeoRim/E (less than $500 per port) products. Today, as a result of this agreement with Tut, our customers can now run high-speed ATM over cabling that is used mostly for Ethernet and token-ring LANs, providing them with the most cost-effective ATM solution that bridges the gap between the applications of today and the applications of tomorrow."

"We are extremely pleased to have our first strategic agreement with an industry leader the caliber of UB Networks," said Sal D'Auria, president and CEO of Tut Systems. "With Tut's breakthrough ATM technology a nd UB's extensive resources worldwide, this agreement sets the stage for explosive growth for both companies. The ability of our two companies to combine technology and products at an affordable price will accelerate the delivery of ATM to the desktop computer user."

UB Networks, Inc. is a leading, worldwide supplier of network hardware products and is a pioneer in the area of distributed network management solutions. As part of its Access/Anywhere strategy, the company offers a full line of enterprise wide networking products including the Access/One enterprise hub, Access/Workgroup family, Access/ATM and Access/Management. The company is ISO 9001 certified and employs over 1100 people in over 70 locations around the world. Headquartered in Santa Clara, California, UB Networks is a wholly-owned and independently operated subsidiary of Tandem Computers (NYSE:TDM).

Tut Systems, Inc. is an innovative provider of cost-effective, high- bandwidth connectivity products. The company has developed a powerful set of patented communications technologies that enable the implementation of powerful applications using inexpensive, copper wire. Tut first began shipping LAN products based on this patented technology in January, 1992 - the XL series of products, which overcame the distance barriers of Ethernet transmission over ordinary copper wire. The company subsequently introduced Silver Streak, the industry's first do-it-yourself family of Ethernet LANs.

Tut's technology is now being applied to emerging industry standards for Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM). By continuing to take advantage of its significant patent library, Tut is participating in the marketplace of convergence where the telephone carriers and cable providers will use the infrastructure to bring multimedia applications to homes, businesses and schools. The company sells its products through distributors, catalog companies and resellers worldwide.

Tut Systems, Inc.

2495 Estand Way

Pleasant Hill, Calif. 94523

(800) 998-4TUT

(510) 682-6510

FAX: (510)682-4125

EMAIL: INFO@TUTSYS.COM


Visual Edge Cross-Platform Toolset Release
Visual Edge Announces New Release of Cross-Platform Toolset

New Novice Mode Enables Fast, Easy Development Across Platforms

Montreal, CANADA, January 22, 1996 - Visual Edge Software Ltd. today announced the availability of the Cross-Platform Toolset 2.0 (CPT 2.0). As an add-on to UIM/X, the industry's leading GUI (Graphical User Interface) development tool for OSF/Motif, the Cross- Platform Toolset 2.0 enables developers to rapidly create production- quality applications for multiple platforms. It is a major upgrade to version 1.0 of the Cross-Platform Toolset.

Mike Foody, president of Visual Edge Software, said, "This new release will bring users the programmability capabilities they need to build production-quality interfaces for multiple platforms, as well as to easily migrate their existing application GUIs across platforms. Users who are unfamiliar with UIM/X, the CPT or application development in general, will quickly become productive with the new novice mode, which supplies a pre-configured subset of the most frequently used cross-platform objects. As developers expand their knowledge, they can progress to standard CPT and UIM/X, while fully preserving their previous work."

CPT 2.0 also includes new features such as expanded geometry management, support for drag-and-drop and pop-up menus, paned window controls, multi-column lists, outlines, and grid components. This "capabilities superset" enables the creation of high-quality interfaces that make users more productive. The program also fully supports internationalization both within the CPT itself and for the applications developed with the tool. The toolset, in combination with the object-oriented capabilities of UIM/X 2.9, enables users to freely integrate third-party controls - thus creating a complete palette of GUI objects for developing production-quality, cross-platform applications.

The CPT is packaged as an add-on to UIM/X, and is immediately available worldwide through Visual Edge's standard distribution channels, 30 days ARO. The suggested quantity-one list price for the CPT 2.0 is USD $2,500. Volume discounts, support and upgrade pricing are determined by Visual Edge's OEMs and distributors.

Key Benefits of the Cross-Platform Toolset

The CPT 2.0 is based on industry standards for Microsoft Windows and Motif, and is fully compliant with the Object Management Group's CORBA API. This ensures investment protection since developers are not locked into a proprietary approach, and can therefore take advantage of the vast array of third-party add-on products.

The Cross-Platform Toolset &shyp; unlike emulation approaches &shyp; is built upon native toolkit controls so that the ported application interface looks and behaves exactly like applications written directly to the native GUI. As a result, the ported interfaces are: 1) polished; 2) compliant with the target platform's style guide; and 3) thoroughly integrated into the native environment.

The Cross-Platform Toolset &shyp; together with UIM/X &shyp; also helps developers convert existing Motif interfaces to cross-platform interfaces. Whether developers have created hand-coded Motif interfaces, UIL files or UIM/X files, the toolset provides a number of utilities to deliver these interfaces across platforms.

Visual Edge Software, Ltd. is a market leader in design, development and support of standards-based visual development tool technology. Visual Edge's award-winning product, UIM/X, is the dominant Graphical User Interface (GUI) development tool for OSF/Motif. The company's products are marketed worldwide through OEMs, distributors and ISVs. Visual Edge's corporate headquarters are located at 3950 Cote Vertu, St-Laurent, Quebec, H4R 1V4 Canada. Tel: (514) 332-6430 FAX: (514) 332-5914


VREAM Interactive Virt. Reality Web Browser
VREAM RELEASES THE WORLD'S FIRST INTERACTIVE VIRTUAL REALITY WEB BROWSER, A PLUG-IN FOR NETSCAPE NAVIGATOR

* WIRL IS HERE: THE WEB WILL NEVER BE THE SAME! *

CHICAGO, IL (HTTP://WWW.VREAM.COM) - January 24, 1996 - Now available for FREE DOWNLOAD from the market leader in virtual reality and interactive 3D technology is VREAM's WIRL (Alpha Release 1.0), a Netscape plug-in VRML browser for Windows 95 and Windows NT that brings new life to the Internet in a way that many would not believe possible. After downloading this freeware version of WIRL, users can immediately "take a WIRL on the Web" at VREAM's Web site, experiencing spinning 3D logos, a flying helicopter, a playable piano, a morphing video cube, a product assembly demonstration, and Virtual Man, a cyber-gymnast that does flips.

For $29, VREAM offers a subscription to the commercial version of WIRL, which includes additional functionality, online help, technical support, documentation, and all software upgrades through December 31, 1996.

WIRL EXTENDS VRML FUNCTIONALITY TO INCLUDE BEHAVIORS AND LOGIC

Fully compatible with the emerging VRML standard for 3D on the Web, WIRL (which stands for Web Interactive Reality Layer) takes VRML to a new level through its "inline extensions" architecture in which an additional command line that references an external file can be inserted into a VRML file. When a Web surfer that has WIRL accesses the VRML file, the functionality of the 3D world is extended based on the contents of the external file. If a Web surfer is not using WIRL, but rather is using another VRML browser, he will see the 3D world defined by the VRML file with no additional functionality.

The external files can be used to define behaviors and logic functions for the objects defined in the VRML file. Because the current VRML specification does not yet support object behaviors or cause and effect logic, WIRL's inline extensions architecture is a ground-breaking development for the Web and vastly expands the level of functionality that is available to VRML Web site developers. "Our inline extensions architecture is a simple yet very powerful way to enhance VRML." said Edward R. LaHood, president of VREAM. "The net result is a more engaging, exciting and useful Internet."

With WIRL, static VRML objects can be transformed into active moving entities with dynamic behaviors such as motion, rotation, gravity, weight, elasticity, throwability, and sound. WIRL also enables complex cause and effect relationships to be built into the virtual reality content. As a result, users can now enter computer-generated 3D environments in which real-time rendered objects intelligently interact with each other, with the viewer, with the computer, and even the Internet itself.

The alpha release version of WIRL that is currently available for free download extends VRML file functionality through references to extension files that contain VREAMScript commands. VREAMScript is an open, high-level script language for representing virtual reality content, created by VREAM in 1991, that is very similar in concept to VRML. WIRL also can read straight VRML files without extensions (.WRL files) and straight VREAMScript files (.VRW files). In addition, WIRL will soon include inline extension support for a number of other emerging technologies such as Java.

AUTHORING CAPABILITIES AND MANY OTHER FEATURES

One of the nicest features that WIRL offers is its extensive authoring capabilities, allowing users to modify and enhance the contents of a virtual world. For example, a user can arrive at a 3D site on the Web and change the textures on the objects, give the objects physical attributes such as motion and rotation, define cause and effect relationships for the virtual world, and add new objects to the scene. Additional authoring capabilities are available through VREAM's WIRL software subscription and through a software subscription to VREAM's more advanced VRCreator virtual reality creation software.

The current alpha release of WIRL supports the following features:

* Runs on Windows 95 and Windows NT as a Netscape Plug-In

* Full Object Interactivity

  (pick up objects, throw them around in 3D space)

* Gravity and Elasticity, Object Animations, and Object Paths

* Full Texturing and Texture Animations

* Reads the Following File formats from Local Hard Drive or the Web

  - VRML (.WRL)

  - VREAMScript (.VRW)

  - VREAM Extended VRML (.WRL )

* Embedded VREAMScript Defined Behaviors and Logic

* Authoring Capabilities (Alter content of world while within browser)

* Integration with Windows Multimedia Facilities

Future releases of WIRL will add support for the following features:

* Windows 3.x, Macintosh, and UNIX Workstation Support

* Compatibility with other browsers, including Microsoft

  Internet Explorer

* VRML 2.0, Java, Visual Basic, and OLE Controls Compatibility

* Multi-Participant Capabilities over the Internet

* Support for Multiple Interface Devices

  (Mouse, Head-Mounted Displays, Gloves, etc.)

* Integration with Windows Applications via DDE and OLE

WHERE TO GET THE FREEWARE VERSION OF WIRL

WIRL is available for free download at VREAM's Web site, http://www.vream.com, and at Netscape's Web site, http://home.netscape.com,on the inline plug-ins page.

THE COMPANY

VREAM was founded in 1991 with the mission of bringing virtual reality to the mass market and is now a recognized leader in the area of virtual reality creation software and interactive 3D browser software. In addition to its WIRL product line, VREAM also offers powerful virtual reality creation software through its VRCreator product line.

VREAM, INC.

2568 North Clark Street, Suite 250

Chicago, Illinois 60614

Phone: 312-477-0425

Fax: 312-477-9702

Email: info@vream.com


WebMail for Remote Email using Web Browser
WEBMAIL NOW AVAILABLE

USE YOUR WEB BROWSER FOR REMOTE E-MAIL ACCESS VIA THE WORLD WIDE WEB

(Owings Mills, MD) January 25, 1996 -- Now available, WebMail provides users with remote access to the corporate e-mail system (Microsoft Mail, cc:Mail, ExpressIT! and others) via the World Wide Web. WebMail simplifies remote access to e-mail by eliminating the need to run remote e-mail client software and maintain multiple mailboxes for remote users. Using a familiar Web browser (Netscape, Mosaic, etc.), users can enter the URL of the WebMail server and work with their e-mail. It's platform independent, so any machine with access to the Internet can become a part of the LAN e-mail system.

"WebMail is an ideal remote access solution for our Microsoft Mail users," says Kenji Ogura, Systems Programmer at Minnesota Power. "WebMail is easy, fast and flexible -- and it allows me to create a Microsoft Mail mailbox for my UNIX users." Brett Warthen, CEO of Infinite Technologies, says, "We're pleased to provide a non-proprietary solution to remote e-mail access that takes advantage of the World Wide Web. Throughout the product's development and testing, customers have confirmed their need for remote access via the Web."

Best of Show Award Winner

WebMail received a Best of Show award at NetWorld+Interop in Atlanta in the Internet Products and Services category. The judges recognized WebMail for being the first product to provide a non-proprietary, remote e-mail access solution via the World Wide Web.

Supports a Variety of E-Mail Packages

WebMail release 1.0 supports a variety of e-mail packages for reading new mail. These include BeyondMail, cc:Mail, Da Vinci eMAIL, ExpressIT!, MAPI, Microsoft Mail, and Notework. Support for additional e-mail functions, including working with previously read messages and message folders, varies by product. In addition, WebMail supports the IMAP and POP3 protocols. Support for such a variety of applications and protocols is accomplished via the e-mail independent database access API that is a key part of the system's architecture.

Simplifies Remote E-Mail Access and Reduces Costs

Users often check e-mail messages when they're away from the office. With WebMail, you can check messages from any location -- domestic or international. All you need is a computer, a browser, and access to the World Wide Web.

WebMail also reduces remote e-mail access costs. Remote offices and customer sites with Internet access can be a part of your LAN e-mail system. Also, the same WebMail server can service multiple platforms such as Macintosh, Windows, Windows NT, OS/2, etc.

"WebMail is not a gateway that is dependent upon another company's World Wide Web server. We've designed WebMail as a standalone e-mail and Web server, so that end users aren't required to purchase, install, and maintain multiple systems," says John Madill, president of Infinite Technologies.

Availability

WebMail is available worldwide through authorized resellers and distributors. Contact Infinite Technologies for a reseller near you. Infinite Technologies offers a variety of enterprise messaging solutions. For more information on Infinite products, contact: Patty Lummis, director of marketing for Infinite Technologies, 11433 Cronridge Drive, Owings Mills, MD 21117. E-mail: patty@infinite.ihub.com. Voice: 410-363-1097. Fax: 410-363-0846. Web: http://www.ihub.com

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Whitetree LAN Emulation for WS3000 Switch
Whitetree Delivers High-Performance LAN Emulation Services For Adaptable WS3000 Workgroup Switch

PALO ALTO, CALIF.,- January 22, 1996 - Whitetree, Inc., a developer of workgroup Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM) products, announced today the immediate availability of version 2.1 software for the Whitetree WS3000 Workgroup Switch. The new software features ATM Forum-compliant LAN Emulation Services (LANES) for seamless connectivity between Ethernet and ATM in today's existing local area networks.

LANES is Whitetree's high-performance implementation of the LAN Emulation specification issued by the ATM Forum. LAN Emulation is key to bringing ATM into production local area networks as it provides transparent internetworking of existing networked applications in an ATM or mixed ATM/Ethernet environment. Unlike any other implementation available today, Whitetree's LAN emulation capability is embedded into each Whitetree switch to maximize performance and minimize the complexity associated with external LAN Emulation. Whitetree's LANES is also unique in that its implementation has no CPU in the data path, thereby ensuring high performance in all LAN applications.

"LAN Emulation is absolutely pivotal in enabling 'production' ATM to the desktop," said Trudy Barker, director of the Networking Service at Dataquest, a San Jose, Calif.-based industry research firm. "Today's corporate networks cannot support ATM without LAN Emulation, nor should these organizations be expected to disrupt large existing local area networks. Whitetree's delivery of LAN Emulation demonstrates their commitment to inter-operating with existing networks."

In addition to allowing interoperability between ATM and Ethernet, Whitetree's LANES also enable the configuration of logical workgroups or emulated LANs (ELANs), eliminating the physical constraints of the local area network design. LANES has the ability to logically emulate the attributes of a physical LAN irrespective of its physical location in the network. Each WS3000 is capable of supporting multiple ELANs in a switch or across a network. Ports of any given switch, switch stack or network may be members of a single ELAN. ATM-attached end stations may be members of multiple ELANs; and, using Whitetree's LAN Emulation Configuration Server (LECS), ELAN configuration is managed on a network-wide basis.

Whitetree's LANES include the LAN Emulation Server (LES), the Broadcast and Unknown Server (BUS), the LAN Emulation Configuration Server (LECS) and the LAN Emulation Client (LEC). A LES and BUS exist for each emulated LAN represented in the switch. Unique to Whitetree's LANES implementation, the broadcast function of the BUS is hardware- assisted, providing optimal performance in a broadcast/multicast environment. The LEC component is an 802.3-type bridging client and assures wire-speed performance to all ports operating in Ethernet mode.

The Whitetree WS3000 Workgroup Switch

The WS3000 is a 12-port stackable switch that provides automatic adaptability between switched Ethernet and ATM to the desktop, easing the migration to ATM-based networking. The WS3000, with its optional Stacking Bus module, can be stacked up to 12 ports high (or 144 desktop ports) for scalable performance up to 6.4 Gbps average aggregate capacity. The switch also supports high-speed ATM networking with its optional ATM155 Network Option module for connectivity to backbone ATM switch/router, server or client end stations. ATM25 adapters are available from Whitetree and compliance with ATM Forum standard UNI 3.0/3.1 switched virtual circuit signaling assures interoperability with all standard ATM25 adapters as they become available.

Pricing and Availability

Whitetree offers one of the lowest prices per port in its market. Pricing for the WS3000 starts at $650 per port and $7,795 for the 12 ports of switched Ethernet and ATM25. Version 2.1 of the Whitetree WS3000 Workgroup Switch is available immediately. For further information on the WS3000, customers should contact Whitetree at (415) 855-0855 or via fax at (415) 855-0864. Information about the company and its products can also be obtained via Email at info@whitetree.com or URL http://www.whitetree.com.

About Whitetree, Inc.

Whitetree, Inc. is a pioneer and supplier of high-value desktop local area network products based on Asynchronous Transfer Mode technology. The company is the first to develop 'adaptable switching,' an innovative technology that delivers advanced workgroup connectivity by combining the benefits of switched Ethernet with next-generation ATM to the desktop. Whitetree distributes its products worldwide through strategic partnerships with leading value added resellers, system integrators and OEMs including Madge Networks and Mitsui & Co., Ltd. The company is funded by several premier venture capital firms including Institutional Venture Partners, Matrix Partners and Greylock. Founded in 1993, Whitetree is headquartered in Palo Alto, Calif.

Contact:

Kurt Bauer

Whitetree, Inc.

(415) 855-0870

kbauer@whitetree.com

Shannon Hall

Jennifer Logan

The Horn Group, Inc.

(415) 579-6400

shannon@horngroup.com


Mathematica Link to Microsoft Word

January 24, 1996 -- Wolfram Research today introduced Mathematica Link for Microsoft Word, an innovative technology that turns Word into an extensive environment for doing mathematical calculations and creating impressive technical reports and live interactive presentations. Seamlessly connecting the powerful computing engine of Mathematica to the globally standardized interface of Microsoft Word, this link allows users to combine text, live calculations, and graphics using the advanced text processing and layout features of Word.

Users simply enter calculations in their Word documents, then the Mathematica engine invisibly evaluates them and the results appear in that same Word document. This greatly increases productivity because users no longer have to switch back and forth between programs or copy and paste equations from one program to another. However, Todd Gayley, the Wolfram Research developer of Mathematica Link for Microsoft Word, said the impact of this release is much deeper and more far reaching than just working in one application.

"This link embeds the interactive computing power of Mathematica into the feature-rich, text-processing power of Microsoft Word," Gayley said. "With these two powerhouses, users can create amazing, high-quality technical reports with columns of text and graphics."

Users can also take advantage of Word's easy-to-use macro language, WordBasic, to create new interface elements such as custom dialog boxes, toolbars of common functions, and unique on-screen forms with buttons and pop-up menus.

"Programs can easily be written to create buttons and pop-up menus for users' reports," Gayley said. "For example, an engineer can create a report with interactive buttons that bring up Mathematica-created information. This file can then be shared with coworkers, who can access the layers of information by simply clicking on a button."

Other capabilities of Mathematica Link for Microsoft Word include the ability to edit existing calculations; import existing Mathematica notebooks directly into Word; flow text around Mathematica calculations and graphics in more than one column; add text, arrows, and call- out boxes; use Word's comprehensive spell and grammar checks; create indexes; and hide or delete all Mathematica inputs, outputs, or prompts to create a publication-ready manuscript.

Price and Availability

Mathematica Link for Microsoft Word is priced at $129 and requires Microsoft Word Version 6 or later on either Macintosh, Power Macintosh, Windows 3.1, Windows 95, or Windows NT. Power Macintosh and Microsoft Windows users need Mathematica Version 2.2.2 or higher. For all other platforms, Mathematica Version 2.2 or higher is required. For further information or to purchase Mathematica for OpenVMS, contact Wolfram Research.


Xionics XipPrint II for HP LaserJet 5Si
XIONICS ANNOUNCES XIPPRINT II FOR HEWLETT-PACKARD LASERJET 5Si PRINTERS

Company Expands Its Award-Winning Network Image Printing Product Line By Targeting the New HP 5Si and 5Si MX Market; Leverages All of the Printers' Networking Capabilities While Printing At Rated Speeds

BURLINGTON, MASS. -- JANUARY 22, 1996 -- On the heels of its recently announced XipPrint II award-winning network image printing solution, Xionics Document Technologies, Inc. today announced added support for the HP LaserJet 5Si and 5Si MX printers. XipPrint II's enhanced design fits directly into the HP LaserJet 5Si and 5Si MX internal SIMM socket, and allows users to accelerate the printing of image and fax documents. According to a recent independent study by MWA Consulting, printing documents using software applications such as IBM's Lotus Notes, Delrina's WinFAX Pro and Watermark's Enterprise Edition, users can achieve two to three times faster printing speeds with XipPrint II.

The HP LaserJet 5Si and 5Si MX are high-volume, 24 page-per-minute printers designed to handle the printing needs of large networks and departments. XipPrint II offers corporate end users an image printing solution that is more cost-effective than a dedicated image printer. By installing the XipPrint II network image accelerator into the SIMM socket of an HP LaserJet 5Si or 5Si MX printer, users can print images at the rated speed of the printer while maintaining better quality output with HP's Resolution Enhancement technology (REt), full duplex printing, direct network connectivity and bi-directional printer status communications.

"Our close working relationship with Hewlett-Packard enabled us to quickly introduce and provide a network image printing acceleration solution for HP's next generation printer," said Jim Richard, product manager for Xionics. "The combination of the 5Si's fast text printing and XipPrint's fast image printing establishes an unbeatable price- performance standard," added Richard.

LEVERAGES PRINTER'S INTERNAL NETWORK CONNECTIVITY; NO EXTERNAL LAN DEVICE REQUIRED

Unlike competitive print accelerator products which install into the LaserJet's MIO slot, XipPrint II's innovative SIMM design for the HP 5Si and 5Si MX printers leaves the MIO slot available for its original purpose -- network connectivity -- eliminating the need to purchase and install an external LAN server device.

Bi-directional communications of printer status information and error messages are supported with the SIMM design.

USES ALL OF THE HP 5SI AND 5SI MX POWER AND FUNCTIONALITY

The new SIMM-based design allows users to access all of the LaserJet's power and functionality. It enables HP's native REt for maximum image quality. Full duplex image printing at full rated speed with full error/jam recovery is also supported. XipPrint II prints TIFF JBIG -- the most advanced file compression format -- as well as G3/G4 TIFF and PCX files. In addition to HP LaserJet 5Si and 5Si MX , XipPrint II also supports the HP LaserJet 4 Plus, 4M Plus, 4V, 4MV, 4Si and 4Si MX printers.

XIONICS SET INDUSTRY STANDARD FOR ITS AWARD-WINNING IMAGE PRINT ACCELERATION

Xionics created the market for image acceleration products for LaserJet printers with its original product, XipPrint, which was announced over two years ago. With XipPrint II, Xionics has introduced a new standard for hardware image acceleration with the highly integrated and true 'plug and play' SIMM design. XipPrint II is fully compatible with all of the fifty plus imaging applications that support the original XipPrint product.

Right out of the gate, XipPrint II has received Editors' Choice awards from Imaging Business and Imaging Magazine and 1995 Product-of-the- Year from Imaging Magazine.

PRICING AND AVAILABILITY

XipPrint II for the HP 5Si and 5Si MX printers will be available from Xionics' worldwide base of authorized distributors in February 1996 at a suggested retail price of (USD) $795.

Xionics Document Technologies is a leading provider of integrated software and silicon technology to enable the high-speed capture, processing, printing, copying and display of complex electronic documents in single-purpose and multifunction computer peripherals.

Xionics Document Technologies was formed in November 1994 by the merger of the Peripherals Division of Phoenix Technologies Ltd. and Xionics Inc. Privately held, the Company's corporate headquarters is based in Burlington, Massachusetts with offices in Japan, Germany and the United Kingdom.


Questra Joins Xionics Development Partners
QUESTRA JOINS XIONICS DEVELOPMENT PARTNERS PROGRAM

Company Enhances Ongoing Effort to Provide Its Customers with Easy Access to Advanced Integration and Customization Services; Questra Joins Program

BURLINGTON, MASS. -- JANUARY 22, 1996 -- Xionics Document Technologies, Inc. today announced that Questra Consulting, headquartered in Rochester, New York, has joined the company's Development Partners Program. Questra is a leading software and hardware design engineering firm that specializes in the development of electronic imaging products. By providing quality external development and project management support, Questra allows printer and other peripheral manufacturers to concentrate on the true value-add they bring to a product.

XIONICS DEVELOPMENT PARTNERS PROGRAM PROVIDES ENGINEERING SERVICES

Xionics' Development Partners Program provides its customers -- printer and other peripheral manufacturers -- with access to expert engineering services for integrating Xionics' Intelligent Printing System (IPS) with their embedded peripheral controller systems. IPS is comprised of worldclass PCL and PostScript printer language emulations. These printer language software solutions are licensed to major OEM manufacturers of printers, scanners, copiers, facsimiles and multifunction peripherals.

PARTNERS OFFER OEMS COST-EFFECTIVE, TURNKEY CONTROLLER DEVELOPMENT

With this program, peripheral manufacturers can now work directly with Questra and other Xionics authorized partners. Development partners are certified and experienced in PCL and PostScript software integration and offer cost-effective, turnkey development at a fixed cost.

"This program allows us to leverage external development partners to aid our customers in the integration and customization of Xionics' IPS into their products," said Fred Ellis, Xionics director of multifunction product development. "This service is focused on providing OEMs with advanced engineering services needed to facilitate their development efforts," added Ellis.

"Questra provides companies such as Xionics and their OEMs the flexibility to focus on their core competencies while allowing Questra to provide the necessary product software development and integration. By providing these co-development services, our customers will be able to focus on the enhancement of the product's features and capabilities," said Peter Hessney, Questra executive vice president of business development. "Questra specializes in the timely development and integration of complex software systems, providing OEMs a competitive advantage in the printing and multifunction peripheral market where short product life cycles and rapid time-to-market translates to revenue and higher profits. Questra is excited about broadening its relationship with Xionics -- as together we will provide OEMs superior technologies that are necessary to exist in today's tough business environment," added Hessney.

Xionics Document Technologies is a leading provider of integrated software and silicon technology to enable the high-speed capture, processing, printing, copying and display of complex electronic documents in single-purpose and multifunction computer peripherals.

Xionics Document Technologies was formed in November 1994 by the merger of the Peripherals Division of Phoenix Technologies Ltd. and Xionics Inc. Privately held, the Company's corporate headquarters is based in Burlington, Massachusetts with offices in Japan, Germany and the United Kingdom.


VoxWare ToolFox for the Web
VOXWARE INTRODUCES TOOLVOX FOR THE WEB; THE INTERNET FINDS ITS VOICE

INDIAN WELLS, CA -- Voxware, Inc., a developer of advanced voice-processing software for multimedia computing, Internet, and communications applications, today at Demo 96 introduced ToolVox for the Web, a new product that makes it simple for virtually anyone to add high- quality voice to World Wide Web pages, and for cybernauts to listen to it. The company also announced that ToolVox for the Web beta trial software, for both Windows 95 and Windows 3.x, is now available for download, free of charge, from Voxware's home page (http://www.voxware.com/).

Comprising both an authoring tool and a player, ToolVox for the Web achieves 53:1 compression ratios. It delivers voice data across the World Wide Web more quickly and reliably than other Internet audio products, even across international connections or congested servers and networks. Using ToolVox for the Web, for example, a five-minute excerpt from President John F. Kennedy's inaugural address can be compressed from 4.66 Mb to only 92 Kb--smaller than many graphics files.

Based on Voxware's proprietary MetaVoice technology, ToolVox for the Web is compatible with any standard HTML server and does not require installation of special server software. And, there is no server license fee, regardless of the number of users being supported.

Existing HTTP/HTML servers can "stream" long voice clips in real time, controlled by ToolVox for the Web's "smart" add-in player. Short clips download in less time than it takes current Internet voice technologies to establish the buffers required for "real-time" playback. Playback can start before a page is fully downloaded, allowing any individual or organization with a Web presence to establish a personal connection with visitors by speaking directly to them. It also provides a valuable tool for holding users' attention during extended downloads of large files.

Using the ToolVox for the Web player interface, users can also speed-up or slow-down playback by up to a factor of 2, without changing the pitch or character of the original voice. This enables users to slow- down playback for enhanced comprehension, or to speed it up for scanning purposes.

The ToolVox for the Web authoring tool comes in both a free, basic version and a "Gold" version (due in early 1996). Both include a recorder and can compress any input voice file (.WAV or AIFF) to 8 kHz at 2400 bps. Voice files at other sampling rates are automatically down-sampled to 8 kHz before being compressed into .VOX files that are ready to be embedded into any HTML document.

The Gold version of the authoring tool will offer a variety of enhanced features, designed to facilitate extensive use of voice in multiple HTML documents. For example, it will provide support for "drag-and-drop" batch-mode compression of up to 10,000 files. It can also be used to create OLE2-enabled .VOX files that can be sent via e-mail to anyone with an installed player.

The ToolVox for the Web player is also available free of charge, for unlimited distribution to Internet users by Web sites using ToolVox for the Web technology. The player can coexist with any other installed player and comes in two versions: a Netscape Navigator 2.0 Inline Plug-In, and a "helper" application. Both applications are contained in a single download from Voxware's Web site, and users can install the appropriate player by running the automated setup routine.

The Netscape Navigator 2.0 Inline Plug-In manages data streams in cooperation with the HTML server in order to automatically play voice clips. If the Netscape Navigator 2.0 parser encounters a .VOX file and the user has not yet downloaded the player, the browser will ask if the user would like to have the player automatically downloaded. The helper application can be used with virtually any Web browser. It has an interface that allows users to play, stop, speed-up and slow-down voice clips.

The key element of ToolVox for the Web is Voxware's proprietary 2400 bps real-time RT24 codec (compressor/decompressor). Unlike other standard audio waveform codecs, the underlying modeling of the RT24 codec is based solely on the human voice. And while other codecs can reproduce speech with reasonable quality, they do so at the expense of high bit rates and significant computational complexity. The RT24 codec has an extremely efficient coding algorithm that enables it to code high-quality speech to very low bit rates, while maintaining low computational complexity.

Following installation of the ToolVox for the Web authoring software, Webmasters simply record a voice file, or select an existing .WAV or AIFF file; use the authoring tool to create a compressed .VOX file; and then incorporate the file into any HTML document using either "EMBED" or "HREF" tags.

Webmasters can also select any of three available play-mode parameters, including "user," where users click either the Vox icon or the player window's "start" button, in order to begin playback; "auto," where sound plays automatically once the page is displayed in the browser; or "cache, " where users download the file for playing at a later time. Using these play modes, Web pages can be configured so users can listen to voice clips by clicking on hot spots or graphic images. Or, welcome messages can be played automatically--with no user interaction--to anyone who accesses the page.

With ToolVox for the Web, presidential candidates can explain their views to voters. Comedians can deliver punch-lines to their fans. Users can listen to voice clips while waiting for graphics and text files to download. And voice-based e-mail can be sent to friends and business associates.

In addition to the free distributable version of the ToolVox for the Web player and the free basic version of the authoring tool, product and sales information for the upcoming Gold version of the authoring tool can be downloaded from Voxware's Web site. ToolVox for the Web releases for Macintosh System 7 in both 68xx and PowerPC versions are scheduled for the second quarter of 1996.

Voxware, Inc., is a developer and marketer of proprietary digital speech processing technologies that enable innovative and creative use of voice in computing, Internet and communications applications. The company's products are designed to meet the growing need for new technologies that support and extend voice applications for business, communications, education and entertainment. Founded in 1993, Voxware is privately held and based in Skillman, N.J.

Contact: Lee Feldman, Voxware, Inc.

Voice: 203-854-6761

Email: 4982373@mcimail.com


Hyperlinks Added to OPTIX Doc Imaging System
BLUERIDGE ADDS HYPERLINKS TO THE LEADING DOCUMENT IMAGING SYSTEM FOR THE MACINTOSH

FLINT HILL, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--January 29, 1996 --- Blueridge Technologies, "The Internet Document Management Company," announces OPTIX Hot Links, a new hyperlinking technology for the OPTIX Document Imaging System, the most widely installed document imaging system for the Macintosh (OPTIX also supports Windows).

OPTIX Hot Links allows you to link any document in your OPTIX database with any other document. You can even link OPTIX documents to sites on the World Wide Web. You can then navigate from one document to another simply by clicking on the hyperlinks.

OPTIX Hot Links let you relate documents to one another; by retrieving one document, you make it easy to retrieve all of the other documents you've linked to it. For example, suppose you receive a letter pertaining to three recent orders that one of your best customers has placed with you. When you enter that letter into your OPTIX database, you can link it to each of the three orders it refers to. Later, if the customer calls you about the letter, when you retrieve it from OPTIX, you can instantly retrieve the three orders that are referenced in the letter, instead of having to do separate searches for each of them.

OPTIX Hot Links supports "drag and drop" technology, so that all you have to do to link one document to another is to drag it on top of the other. All types of computer files can be stored on an OPTIX system, including document images, word processing files, spreadsheets, databases, etc., and OPTIX Hot Links work with any of these file types. You can link a spreadsheet to an image, a database to a graphic, or a wordprocessing file to a site on the World Wide Web.

Founded in 1988, Blueridge Technologies is one of the industry's oldest and most respected providers of electronic document management systems (EDMS). Long the leading supplier of industrial-strength document imaging and workflow systems for Apple Macintosh computers, in 1994 OPTIX became the first electronic document management system to offer workflow, document imaging, document control, COLD (Computer Output to Laser Disk), and natural language text retrieval for both Windows and Macintosh workstations. Via the new OptixWEB interface, OPTIX also supports popular Web browsers, including Netscape Navigator, Internet Explorer from Microsoft, Mosaic, and all the client platforms these products support, including Windows, Macintosh, and UNIX workstations.

OPTIX systems begin in the range of $100,000 and include server software, client software for both Macintosh and Windows, installation, training, and support.

For a Press Kit, camera-ready artwork, or for more information about OPTIX, contact Howard Swaim, Director of Marketing at 540-675-3015, or send an email message to howie@blueridge.com. For sales, contact Keith Ellis at 540-675-3015, or send an email message to keith@blueridge.com. Visit the Blueridge World Wide Web site at: "http://www.blueridge.com".

BLUERIDGE TECHNOLOGIES

664 H Zachary Taylor Highway

Flint Hill, VA 22627

Voice: 540-675-3015

Fax: 540-675-3130

Web: http://www.blueridge.com


New MacPlanet Forms on CompuServe
NEW "MACPLANET" FORMS ON COMPUSERVE

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Jan. 30, 1996 -- CompuServe's loyal Macintosh community has a new home and worldwide originating point -- a place where Mac users can congregate and easily locate the hundreds of Mac-related products and services online. MacPlanet (GO MACPLANET) provides direct access to the popular Macintosh-related Forum areas, product support, Mac industry news, Mac-specific Internet information and much more.

To celebrate the launch of MacPlanet, CompuServe will sponsor a series of live conferences with prominent Mac enthusiasts such as musician and software author Todd Rundgren, Apple Fellow and author Guy Kawasaki, journalist Bob LeVitus and syndicated columnist Don Crabb. The conferences will take place each evening throughout the week of Monday, Jan. 29 through Sunday, Feb. 4 (click on "What's Hot" in MacPlanet for conference schedules). Members will also be invited to participate in the MacPlanet Discovery Hunt beginning Monday, Feb. 5. The first 2,000 members to locate all the items will receive $10 worth of connect time.

From the main MacPlanet menu, members can access 10 major sections:

Enter MacPlanet -- Here members enter the nucleus of the Mac community on CompuServe. This area includes the Macintosh community Forum areas (such as the Mac Community Clubhouse Forum and the Mac New Users/Help Forum), Macintosh support Forum areas, the Macintosh FileFinder and more. Support for more than 100 Mac product and service manufacturers is available on MacPlanet.

What's Hot -- Articles of news, announcements and issues of interest about what's hot on MacPlanet will be updated here on a regular basis. CompuServe's Mac-related business partners and information providers can submit articles of benefit to the Mac community.

Mac OS Compatibles -- Manufacturers of computers using the Macintosh operating system provide product support in Forum areas online.

Apple Online -- Apple Computer, Inc. provides Apple product information, a database of more than 13,500 technical support articles, a collection of popular software files and software updates for U.S. and international customers.

The Internet -- Here are step-by-step instructions for connecting a Macintosh to the Internet through CompuServe. Two World Wide Web browsers for the Mac are available for downloading, as well as simple instructions for accessing other popular browsers, such as Netscape. This area also includes information on newsgroups and file transfers, access to Internet Forum areas and an Internet Q&A.

MacPlanet Market Place -- Members can quickly locate vendors offering Mac products for purchase online, including Electronic Mall vendors such as MacZone and MacWarehouse.

MacPlanet Newsstand -- Members can access up-to-the minute news about Apple from the major wire services through the Apple News Folder or use the Executive News Service to design their own clipping folders. Publications such as MacWEEK and MacUser magazines are also accessible from this area.

Mac Innovators -- This is the online meeting place for the Mac development community, where developers can exchange ideas and get technical assistance.

MacPlanet Welcome Center -- New arrivals to MacPlanet are welcomed into the Mac community. This area provides services and tools to help a Mac user get started comfortably and get connected into the community.

Support Partner Information -- Companies or individuals who want to become CompuServe and MacPlanet business partners, information providers and vendors can get information on how to become a CompuServe support partner.

CompuServe is an H&R Block (NYSE:HRB) company.

Founded in 1955, H&R Block is a diversified services company and the world's leader in tax preparation and online information services. H&R Block Tax Services handled almost one in every seven returns filed with the Internal Revenue Service in 1995, serving 17.1 million taxpayers in more than 9,500 offices worldwide. CompuServe operates the most comprehensive online network in the world, providing services to more than 900 corporate accounts and more than 4.1 million users in more than 140 countries.


Eureka! Internet Search Engine
Eureka! Internet Search Engine - Simple but Powerful

  http://www.best.com/~mentorms/eureka.htm

Eureka! is a simple and easy to use internet search engine that still provides all of the powerful and complex features of all the major search engines on the web. It is the ideal starting place for the beginner and the final stop for the expert. Eureka! provides a simple yet unlimited interface to all the major search engines on the web. All in one place and all on one easy form.

Eureka! also provides an easy interface to add your URL address to all of the major search engines on the internet. You can submit your site to the engines where 99% of all searches take place in a simple, but effective results oriented fashion.

Eureka! provides the best default parameters for each and every search engines so in most cases all you need to do is enter the key words you want to find. You can then refine on the search or change the display of the results to fit your needs, when you need to.

Eureka! provides a consistent user interface, common and simple terminology, convenient and uniform options, and a consistent presentation of all search options for all search engines.

Instructions aren't really needed to operate Eureka!, but the author does provide detailed information on search engines and how they work. This covers robots and directories in a variety of their manifestations. It is a short course on how to use search engines in order to extract the most information out of the web. These instructions show you how to optimize a search and to save time in finding the resources you need.

An entire large chapter is dedicated to showing you how to get your web site listed in all the major search engines. This chapter tells you why you should submit your website, where to submit it, and what to submit. It contains a detailed example of what and how to submit the information. It outlines priorities for submissions and tells you what you can expect and when to expect it for your efforts.

Not only do you get a terrific free service in Eureka!, but you also get some of the best advise, free or otherwise, on how to search the internet and to promote your website. Bottom line: If you haven't looked with Eureka!, you haven't looked at all.

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President

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email: mentorms@best.com

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Frontier Technologies CyberSearch 2.0 CD-ROM
Frontier Technologies launches CyberSearch 2.0, the second generation of its award-winning CyberSearch CD-ROM which permits Internet users to search for useful information off-line. The product is being previewed at Demo 96, P.C. Letter's Annual Product and Technology Showcase. The new version offers two new important features, it is optimized for 32-bit operation in the Windows 95 and Windows NT environment and it is browser-independent, working with most popular browsers as well as Frontier's own Internet Browser.

By integrating the best of both CD-ROM and Internet technologies, CyberSearch provides a simple, fast way to find the information on any chosen topic, said Kia LaBracke, Product Manager at Frontier Technologies, Inc.. With over 500,000 of the most popular Internet locations right on the CD-ROM, the database in CyberSearch covers more of the Internet off-line than some on-line search sites such as InfoSeek and Yahoo. CyberSearch also provides significant cost savings for users concerned with Internet connection charges such as interna tional customers and those with hourly Internet access rates.

CyberSearch can be configured to launch the user's favorite Internet browser, including Microsoft's Internet Explorer, Netscape Navigator, NCSA Mosaic and GNN GNNWorks. In addition, CyberSearch is supplied with the company's own browser. CyberSearch runs on Windows 3.x, Windows 95, and Windows NT.

Frontier Technologies provides optional monthly updates to CyberSearch to reflect the rapidly-expanding array of information available on the Internet. Each CD-ROM contains an updated version of the Lycos database. Also included in the updates are Hot Site Reviews provided by NetGuide Magazine, to provide subscribers with up-to-date pointers to new and improved sites on the Internet. Users can read the reviews, rated between one and four stars, then connect to sites of interest via hyperlinks.

Pricing and Availability

CyberSearch 2.0 will be available in March,1996. The suggested retail price will be $29.95. Subscriptions cost $6.95 plus $3.00 s/h, billed monthly, quarterly or annually. To subscribe to CyberSearch, or to order a single issue, customers should call 1-800-879-0075. (Outside the U.S., please call +1-414-241-4555.) Further information is also available on Frontier Technologies' World Wide Web site, http://www.frontiertech.com., or by Email at search@frontiertech.com.


MICOM Digital Direct Series Modules
MICOM ANNOUNCES HIGH-SPEED DIGITAL MODULES FOR MARATHON AND NETRUNNER INTEGRATION PRODUCTS

New Digital Direct Modules Provide Direct Connection to PBX and WAN

Simi Valley, CA -- MICOM Communications Corp. (NASDAQ:MICM) introduces its new Digital Direct Series Modules at ComNet 96. The new modules are designed to fit MICOM Marathon integration multiplexers or NetRunner integration routers, providing high speed T-1 DSX-1 digital interface to a PBX and a T-1 interface to the wide area network (WAN). The modules increase the voice capacity of Marathon or NetRunner by 200%, while reducing equipment costs by 30%.

The new Digital Direct Series (DDS) is comprised of three modules: the T-1 Access Module, the Digital Voice Module and the Digital Voice Expansion Module.

The T-1 Access Module has a DSX-1 connection that allows a Marathon or NetRunner to directly connect to a PBX. The module, in conjunction with the Expansion Module, accommodates up to 24 Digital Voice Modules, each with a 40 MIPS digital signal processor (DSP). Each DSP can compress a single voice channel from the PBX, reducing the bandwidth from the normal 64Kbps down to as little as 4Kbps. The Marathon or NetRunner multiplex the 24 compressed voice channels for transmission over one or more WAN connections (leased line or frame relay).

Voice traffic, which formerly consumed a full T-1 circuit, is reduced by up to 16-to-1. This frees up bandwidth for other traffic types, permitting voice and fax transmissions to share the same connection used for data, LAN, and video traffic. By integrating voice/fax traffic onto existing LAN/WAN or data lines, interoffice long distance charges are completely eliminated. The result is a significant reduction in a company's remote communications costs.

Using a digital interface to the PBX eliminates the analog-to-digital conversion between the PBX and the network, further improving voice quality. By using only one T-1 interface in the PBX, up to 24 analog interfaces are eliminated, reducing PBX connectivity costs. Moreover, the voice/fax capacity of the single Marathon or NetRunner is increased from 8 to 24 channels, a 200% boost. Correspondingly, the cost for MICOM equipment at the PBX site drops by up to 30%.

The T-1 Access Module also includes a built-in CSU for directly connecting the Marathon or NetRunner to the WAN, and an 8-channel multiport DSU. Two of the 8 channels are for external devices, such as high-speed ports or video codecs. The remaining 6 channels are for internal Marathon WAN links internal to the MICOM unit. The DDS Module also includes full 'Drop and Insert' functionality, as well as allowing selected voice channels from the PBX to bypass the compression processor, and be routed straight on through to the WAN connection. These two features combine to provide for maximum utilization of purchased bandwidth.

Additional Marathon and NetRunner features, Silence Suppression, Dynamic Rate Adaptation, Frame Relay and cell-based MicroBand ATM technologies, make it easy and cost effective to 'piggy-back' voice traffic onto existing data or LAN lines, without compromising voice quality.

DDS Modules are designed to meet FCC, UL, CSA Standard agency compliance, as well as standards compliance with ESF standard - AT&T 54016, ANSI T1.403, AT&T pub 62411.

Suggested list pricing is $3,500 for the DDS T-1 Access Module, $800 for the DDS Digital Voice Module and $1,200 for the Digital Voice Expansion Module. Direct Digital Series Modules are available from certified MICOM distributors.

MICOM Communications Corp. is the worldwide market leader in providing integrated networking solutions under the brand names "Marathon" and "NetRunner". MICOM products save companies money by integrating remote data, voice, fax and LAN traffic over private and public networks. Represented by distributors in over 85 countries, MICOM's headquarters are at 4100 Los Angeles Avenue, Simi Valley, CA. 93063. Tel: (805) 583-8600. Fax: (805) 583-1997.

Media Contact: Mike Griesgraber, MICOM Communications

Voice: 805-583-8600

Email: mikeg@micom.com

Investor Contact: Francine Good, MICOM Communications

Voice: 805-583-8600

Email: ir@micom.com


PlanetEarth Scienct/Technology Directory
BIEN LOGIC ANNOUNCES PLANETEARTH SCIENCE DIRECTORY AND CITY GUIDE TO SAN DIEGO

PlanetEarth.Net, Web's Most Complete Directory For Science, Technology and Environmental Resources, Includes First PlanetEarth City Guide

(LA JOLLA, CA)--Bien Logic, Inc., leading Web site developers and Internet publishers, have announced an unprecedented partnership in producing PlanetEarth, the World Wide Web's most complete directory of science, technology and environmental resources. Through a first-of-its-kind Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) with the Navy's technology and research division, commonly known as NRaD, Bien Logic is in the process of redesigning the planetearth.net site for use by the general Internet public in the second quarter of 1996.

"We are very pleased to be a part of such a unique endeavor and look forward to continuing this successful cooperative venture, as we believe it represents the future of development projects on the Internet," states Bien Logic's vice-president of publishing, Charles Gillespie. "Our goal is not to create another directory of the entire Net, but rather to focus on the Sciences, Technology and the Environment and to provide the best links to information in those areas."

One of the oldest and best regarded sites on the Internet, PlanetEarth was originally created by Richard Bocker, a civilian physicist working for the Navy. The research directory was maintained by a group of students, professors and a committee of experts. Led by

Dr. Bocker, the site was maintained for several years on a limited user basis, primarily as a research tool for Navy personnel. During its time as a limited user application, it was one of the top seven most visited sites, averaging up to 100,000 hits daily. Due to the rapid expansion of the site and increasing demands for unlimited user access and a new and more graphical user interface, The Navy agreed to turn over publishing to Bien Logic's Internet publishing division to overhaul the site and give it a more polished look and feel.

After Bien Logic was chosen, programmers and Web masters at their La Jolla offices went to work on a user-centered design and interface that clearly communicates the types of information available and provides hypertext links to other informational sites available on the Web. PlanetEarth's redesign and impending release, scheduled for a mid-1996 launch to the general Internet public, makes it a powerful search tool for students, educators, researchers and technology experts.

Through the CRADA with the Navy's NRaD, PlanetEarth becomes a unique cooperative venture on the Web. PlanetEarth, and all the services it will offer are free of charge to users, keeping with the traditional Internet publication model. planetearth.net is funded completely through financial sponsorship from leading environmental, scientific and education-related companies.

In addition to the science, technology and environmental directory, Bien Logic is also developing a related series of complete Internet city directories for the PlanetEarth site. The first of these Web-based city guides is planetearth.net/SanDiego, an Internet resource directory for the city and the surrounding region. With over 1,000 links to World Wide Web resources about San Diego, the planetearth.net/SanDiego site is one of the largest community resources currently making a home on the Internet.

The most comprehensive directory available for any U.S. city, planetearth.net/SanDiego provides links to commercial sites and comprehensive gateways to a collection of Web pages designed and maintained by the City of San Diego and its various departments. Sections of the Web page include the following six categories: Visit, Live, Work, Learn, Play and Shop. Under each of these categories are a wide number of sub-categories covering the majority of things to do and see in the San Diego/Baja region.

"We believe this site represents an outlet for local programming just like a local television station," states Gillespie. One of the main goals for planetearth.net/SanDiego is the ability to give students and citizens of San Diego the opportunity to design, program, create and maintain significant sections of the resource site. "We are preparing a publishing model in which students and other multimedia designers/programmers are assigned a topic within PlanetEarth, for which they become the Editors/Webmasters," says Gillespie. "After a period of evaluation and quality control, contributors' work will be published on the site and for commercial sections, revenues will be shared with the author(s)."

Bien Logic, Inc., is a leading commercial Web site developer and Internet publisher based in Southern California. As one of the most respected developers in the San Diego area, Bien Logic has launched several dynamic and graphically rich projects on the Web for shopping centers and the fashion industry. In addition, the company has produced Web sites for First Virtual Holdings, an electronic billing system company; Baker & McKenzie, the world's largest international law firm; and Dr. John Gary, best-selling author of "Men are From Mars, Women are from Venus."

In 1995, a Bien Logic-designed site for the University Town Centre San Diego shopping mall was awarded the MAXI Award by the International Council of Shopping Centers' for best overall marketing campaign. For more information contact: Bien Logic, Inc., 2223 Avenida de la Playa, Suite 205, La Jolla, CA 92037. Telephone: (619) 551-4888. Fax: (619) 551-4890. Email: info@bienlogic.com. Web site: http://www.bienlogic.com.

Contact: Heather Gore, THE TERPIN GROUP

Voice: 310-821-6100

Email: hgore@la.terpin.com


Original, Interactive Curriculum Online WWW
Computer Curriculum Corporation Launches First World Wide Web Site to Provide Original, Interactive Curriculum Online

Pioneer Web Site Creates a New Community For Teachers, Students and Parents

SUNNYVALE, CA--Computer Curriculum Corporation (CCC), a leading multimedia publisher for education, today announced CCCnet, the first World Wide Web site to provide original, interactive curriculum online. In addition, CCCnet (http://www.cccnet.com) provides a new two-way communication vehicle for educators, an online showcase of student-produced web projects, and a new tool for parents to participate in their children's education.

Unlike other education web sites that simply provide information for teachers to download, and lead students to surf the web without structure, CCCnet provides a reason for visiting other web sites, based on educational goals and national curriculum standards. CCCnet combines the strengths of the web - community, collaboration, vast information and a graphical interface - with CCC's expertise in developing award-winning, thematic curriculum in a multimedia format. Another unique element of CCCnet is that it will be further developed by students who will publish their original work online, expanding the offering themselves and ensuring that CCCnet remains a current and dynamic learning tool.

"Teachers are anxious to begin incorporating the Internet into their curriculum because it's a great communication tool and information resource," said Ronald Fortune, CCC president and CEO. "However, without any structure or direction, incorporating the Internet into education can be a daunting and frustrating experience. CCCnet will provide teachers with a way to effectively utilize this powerful resource, without losing sight of their education objectives."

CCCnet gives kids an exciting new way to learn reading, writing, social science, math and science skills. The web-based service provides interdisciplinary, thematic curriculum based on student-directed projects. Teachers will access lesson plans that include learning objectives and suggestions for using web technology in the classroom. Parents will also register to access the same instructions.

"Thousands of teachers have found the Internet to be an indispensable tool," said Rita Oates, educational expert and managing editor of The Heller Report's newsletter, Internet Strategies for Education Markets. "CCCnet will make the Internet even more valuable to educators because it delivers an immediate solution for overcoming the chaos of the web, as well as an engaging learning environment that will be fun for students."

CCCnet has the potential to reach millions of students worldwide, as well as an educational community keenly interested in the Internet. There are over 55 newsgroups and electronic mail lists dedicated to K-12 education topics; over 2,000 elementary and secondary schools worldwide (1,300 U.S.) have their own web pages ; and in 1995, nearly three-fourths of U.S. states provided schools with a connection to the Internet through a statewide network. With President Clinton's goal of connecting all students to the Internet by the year 2000, all U.S. students will be able to access CCCnet either from school or home.

CCCnet's premiere online curriculum project will be Energy Flows in Amazonia. Students take an "Electronic Safari" to the Smithsonian's National Zoo home page and other sites, where they learn about food chains and various plant and animal species. In "Energy Pyramid" students publish their own web pages on Amazonian species to place in a community-developed food chain. The "Energy Challenge" is a student-generated assessment tool that allows students to demonstrate their knowledge.

An Online Educational Community

CCCnet provides educators with online consultation and support for teaching on the web through a full-time "educational webmeister" in the Teacher Link area. CCCnet also builds a community of educators who can collaborate and share ideas. Teachers can chat in real-time as well as post announcements on CCCnet's bulletin board.

"One of our goals in launching CCCnet is to build a community of educators and a cooperative learning model. We want CCCnet to become not only a valuable curriculum tool, but also a network for teachers to support each other," said Lori McBride, CCC's vice president of New Media Markets. "We will jointly publish CCCnet with teachers, students and parents, and it will grow with the value of community input."

Plans and Direction for CCCnet

CCCnet will have a series of regularly published projects. Access to CCCnet initially will be free for all teachers, parents, and students. Later in 1996, access to projects and Teacher Link areas will be subscription-based. Pricing will be announced later this year.

While Teacher Link lesson plans can be used by parents, School-to-Home Connection is an area that will provide guidance specifically for parents on how to participate in their children's online education. The School-to-Home Connection area of CCCnet is currently in development and will be launched later this year.

CCC Offers Internet Access

To help get educators online, CCC provides a complete Internet access solution through its partnership with BBN Systems and Technologies. With the BBN solution, CCC offers educators a turnkey network solution for a connection to the Internet, along with an Internet server and software.

CCCnet Overview

SuccessMaker Online D An extension of SuccessMaker's ExploreWaret- a balanced approach to learning, with a foundation of basics, exploratory-based learning, and assessment tools for teachers. All CCCnet curriculum is based on national educational standards. Teacher Link D Area for discussions between teachers and CCC consultation. Travel Ship D A structured and educational way for teachers and students to explore the Internet. Includes "New Adventures" which provides students with "virtual fieldtrips." Also includes "Travel Bureau" which provides links to student and educational web sites, as well as Nickelodeon and MTV (Viacom sister company sites). Gallery D An exhibit of outstanding student projects created on the web. School-to-Home Connection D A resource for parents to participate in their children's education. CCC Info Center D An online source of company and product information. Help D Answers to questions about CCCnet and the web in general.

Company Information

Computer Curriculum Corporation, one of the fastest growing units of Simon & Schuster, is a leading multimedia publisher for the K-12 education market. By combining comprehensive courseware with a powerful management system, CCC enables teachers to not only create an engaging learning environment, but establish individualized learning paths, assess progress and measure results against appropriate standards. Computer Curriculum Corporation's software is installed in more than 8,000 schools and is used by more than 1.5 million students worldwide.

Simon & Schuster, the world's largest educational publisher, is the publishing operation of Viacom Inc. Viacom is one of the world's largest entertainment and publishing companies and a leading force in nearly every segment of the international media marketplace.

Editor Note: For artwork, additional press materials, a glossary of Internet terms, or analyst references, contact Lorraine Rossini at 408/541-3951. Editors can also view CCCnet directly. Register via Teacher Link with your publication name where it prompts you for a school name. Reader Contact Number: 1-800-455-7910.

CCCnet was produced in conjunction with vivid studios (http://www.vivid.com), a leading Internet architect located in San Francisco, CA. vivid studios develops innovative technologies for online experiences, tools and communities.

Contact: Lorraine Rossini, Computer Curriculum Corporation

Voice: 408-541-3951

Email: lorraine_rossini@cccpp.com

Natalie Barreiro, Big Sky Communications

Voice: 415-595-8793

Email: grapevine3@aol.com


FitzGerald Interactive Markeing Comm Co.
FitzGerald Launches Interactive Marketing Communications Company; Leading New England PR Agency To Offer A Broad Range of Interactive Services

Cambridge, MA--FitzGerald Communications Inc., a leading high-technology public relations agency, today announced the launch of FitzGerald Interactive Inc., a marketing communications agency dedicated to helping companies leverage new media technology, such as the Internet, in overall communications strategies. FitzGerald Interactive Inc. provides consulting, creative solution development, implementation, management and promotion of new media applications for interactive marketing and communications. Current clients include The Electronic Frontier Foundation, San Francisco, and Interactive Factory, Boston, Mass.

Working with FitzGerald Interactive, clients will create channels through which they can communicate directly and quickly with their various internal and external target audiences. The new company will create interactive marketing communications solutions for clients using World Wide Web sites, CD-ROMs, kiosks, interactive diskettes and other new media tools.

FitzGerald Communications Inc. Launches Interactive Agency

"By inviting contribution and by staying in tune with customers' needs, FitzGerald Interactive will help clients accurately calibrate and deliver their marketing messages to drive sales and respond faster to changing trends and market forces," said Maura FitzGerald, president and founder of both FitzGerald Communications Inc. and FitzGerald Interactive Inc. "In addition, FitzGerald Interactive will help clients ensure that corporate and product image and brand is consistently communicated and strengthened across both traditional and nontraditional communication platforms," FitzGerald added.

Founded in 1993, FitzGerald Communications Inc. provides strategic communications counsel, including public relations and investor relations, to high-technology companies spanning a wide range of market segments. A results-driven agency, FitzGerald is built on long-standing industry relationships and is committed to delivering unmatched product quality and client service. FitzGerald Communications was recently named the fifth largest high-technology agency in New England by the Boston Business Journal and one of the nation's "Hot Technology Agencies" by Inside PR. Both companies are based in Cambridge, Mass. and are featured on the World Wide Web at http://www.fitzgerald.com.

Contact: Candace FitzGerald, FitzGerald Communications

Voice: 617-494-9500

Email: cfitzgerald@fitzcomm.com


FitzGerald CyberR@g Interactive Home Page
FitzGerald Launches Interactive World Wide Web Site Debuts CyberR@g as Digital Publication for the Technology Industry

Cambridge, MA-- FitzGerald Communications Inc., leaders in high-technology public relations, today announced the debut of CyberR@g, its interactive home page on the World Wide Web. The site can be accessed at http://www.fitzgerald.com.

CyberR@g is a humorous, tabloid-style digital publication and feedback forum containing six sections including News, Style, Business, Classifieds, Obituaries and Editorial. The site, by award-winning Web-site designer Venantius Pinto, is meant to open interactive communication in the high-technology industry and both offer and solicit insight on major issues and trends. Along with these interactive areas for discussion, CyberR@g will feature "Flak Jacket," a quarterly editorial column by a leading industry insider who will analyze and discuss the news, issues and trends of the technology industry. Visitors can link to client sites and other sites of interest, play interactive games and garner information on FitzGerald Communications, FitzGerald Interactive and employment opportunities at both agencies.

"We are very excited to be joining the World Wide Web community with CyberR@g," said Maura FitzGerald, president of FitzGerald Communications Inc. and FitzGerald Interactive Inc.

FitzGerald Launches World Wide Web Site

"Our site not only demonstrates our interactive capabilities, but shows that we understand the great synergy between interactive marketing and public relations and the enormous opportunity to combine both to create the most clear, creative and exciting communications programs possible."

FitzGerald Interactive, which was also announced today, partners with clients to develop new media-based marketing communication solutions using Web sites, CD-ROMs, kiosks, interactive diskettes and other new media tools. These interactive systems provide clients with an environment to communicate directly and quickly with their various internal and external target audiences.

Founded in 1993, FitzGerald Communications Inc. provides strategic communication counsel, including public relations and investor relations, to high-technology companies spanning a wide range of market segments. A results-driven agency, FitzGerald is built on long-standing industry relationships and is committed to delivering unmatched product quality and client service. FitzGerald Communications was recently named the fifth largest high-technology agency in New England by the Boston Business Journal and one of the nation's "Hot Technology Agencies" by Inside PR. Both companies are based in Cambridge, Mass. and are featured on the World Wide Web at http://www.fitzgerald.com.

Contact: Candace FitzGerald, FitzGerald Communications

Voice: 617-494-9500

Email: cfitzgerald@fitzcomm.com


FutureTense Texture Java-Based Web Authoring
FutureTense Texture Introduced at Demo 96; First Java-based Web Authoring System

Unique New Toolkit and Java Viewer for Web Designers Offers Unprecedented Combination of Graphical Control, Interactivity, Ease of Updating, and Customization

FutureTense Web Site: URL -- http://www.futuretense.com

PALM SPRINGS, CA-- FutureTense, Inc., today introduced FutureTense Texture, the industry's first Java-based Web publishing system. FutureTense Texture is a Windows 95- based Web authoring tool and Java-based viewer/applet that lets graphic designers create Web publications that are visually appealing, highly interactive, easily updated, and customizable. Because Texture publications are delivered via Java, they are portable across popular platforms and browsers: Window 95/NT, Macintosh, UNIX, and Netscape Navigator 2.0 or other Java- based browsers.

FutureTense Texture was unveiled publicly for the first time at a demonstration here as one of the Demo 96 Premiere products at "PC Letter"'s Demo 96 Conference. The new product was one of only seven chosen for Premiere status from a field of 85 showcased products.

Currently in alpha test at major third-party Web sites, FutureTense Texture will enter beta test in February and ship in the second quarter of 1996. It will be offered at a special introductory price of $495. The Texture authoring tool will be available at launch for the Microsoft Windows 95 and Windows NT platforms, soon to be followed by a Macintosh version. The FutureTense Texture viewer/applet -- which is free for private, non-commercial use -- is Java-based and can be used with any Java-enabled browser on Windows, Macintosh, and UNIX platforms. Unlike other viewer products, FutureTense Texture's viewer/applet is dynamically downloadable and requires no prior installation. Today, Texture documents can be viewed "in the frame" on Windows 95/NT or UNIX machines running Java- enabled Netscape Navigator 2.0.

"FutureTense Texture technology could help customers create striking electronic publications based on Reuters news feeds without the need for time-consuming programming and virtually automatically," said David Graves, senior vice president of Reuters NewMedia Inc. "Reuters' content, combined with this new FutureTense technology, could be a compelling combination for Web publishers."

FutureTense Texture offers Web designers and publishers a unique combination of features and benefits. It builds on the rich traditions of print publishing by offering unprecedented control over layout and typography. In addition, it provides control over features that are unique to electronic publishing: layering, interaction, navigation, and time-based content updating.

Text, image, and graphical elements can be positioned freely on a page. Specific behaviors can be triggered by users' actions against any page element -- icons, headings, images, or text. Control over time-based changes in information content allows cycling of ads or refreshing of time-sensitive information like weather, sports scores, or market reports.

"FutureTense Texture and Java are going to revolutionize online publishing," said Jim Welch, director of emerging technologies at Bitstream Inc. "Bitstream is proud that its TrueDoc Imaging Technology resolves the font fidelity issues in new media publishing, and is a part of FutureTense's exciting solution."

David Coursey, editor and publisher of "PC Letter," who named it a Demo 96 Premiere product, said, "FutureTense Texture is a great tool for publishing on the Web. It gives content owners the ability to provide customized information to their customers, using Java to create great-looking pages on demand. Better, the development tools build on the skills content creators already have, so they don't have to become programmers."

The FutureTense Texture toolkit offers sophisticated electronic document authoring capabilities including:

* drag-and-drop image placement with conversion from various

  image formats such as PCX, TIFF, BMP, and EPSF to GIF and

  JPEG;

* drag-and-drop text placement;

* full control over typography (font, color, indents, leading, and

  justification)

* full font fidelity with the accompanying TrueDoc technology

  licensed from Bitstream to make fonts available at the user's

  desktop;

* multiple layering of objects on the screen, including

  transparency;

* advanced navigational devices (pop-boxes, section navigators,

  multiple linked text boxes with scrolling text, etc.);

* interactive behavior (show/hide elements, scroll, pan);

* time-based behaviors (content updating);

* automatic composition and formatting of text and graphic

  elements drawn from multiple, distributed Web sites; and

* one-button preview of the "finished" publication.

FutureTense, Inc., is pioneering dynamic electronic publishing. "Texture gives serious Web designers the tools they need to create sophisticated, highly interactive content," said Joel Bresler, President of FutureTense. "No other product combines an easy- to-use authoring tool with a Java-based viewer that can be used to quickly create Web publications that are hosted on any web server and viewed within any Java-based browser."

FutureTense, Inc., is located at 2254 Main St., Concord, MA 01724. The phone number is (508) 371-3445. The company's email address is info@futuretense.com and its World Wide Web URL is http://www.futuretense.com.

What The Industry is Saying About FutureTense Texture

Bitstream, Inc.: "FutureTense Texture and Java are going to revolutionize online publishing. Bitstream is proud that its TrueDoc Imaging Technology resolves the font fidelity issues in new media publishing, and is a part of FutureTense's exciting solution." -- Jim Welch, Director, Emerging Technologies

Information Access Company: "The Library Division of IAC offers InfoTrac SearchBank for libraries, which makes InfoTrac as well as a range of popular databases from other leading information providers available on an around-the-clock basis via an Internet- accessible remote reference service. By removing restrictions governing the format and content of electronic documents, FutureTense Texture will allow InfoTrac SearchBank users to view and manipulate documents in ways that add value to the information delivery process. It's a truly revolutionary advance in electronic publishing." -- Dan Woods, Vice President, Marketing, Library Division

Netscape Communications Corp.: "FutureTense Texture puts content presentation control right where it belongs: in the hands of designers and publishers. Netscape Communications is delighted that Netscape Navigator 2.0 client software is the first platform to deliver Java-based applications created with FutureTense Texture. FutureTense is pioneering leading-edge Java applications and is a developer to watch." -- Tim Hickman, Technical Evangelist, Developer Relations

Open Market, Inc.: "As a leading provider of Internet software for business, Open Market is excited about the possibilities of Java- based applications for the Internet. Combining the FutureTense Texture Java-based Web publishing system with Open Market's well-known electronic commerce and enterprise applications will provide end users of both products with leading-edge solutions for their Web needs." -- Shikhar Ghosh, Chairman

"PC Letter:" "FutureTense Texture is a great tool for publishing on the Web. It gives content owners the ability to provide customized information to their customers, using Java to create great-looking pages on demand. Better, the development tools build on the skills content creators already have, so they don't have to become programmers." -- David Coursey, Editor and Publisher

Progressive Networks: "We see FutureTense Texture as a leading-edge authoring toolkit that facilitates the use of new technologies in highly-complex, rapidly changing Web sites. We are pleased to work with FutureTense to bring RealAudio streaming audio technology into FutureTense Texture." -- Rob Glaser, CEO

Razorfish: "FutureTense Texture is very easy to use and makes our job of creating compelling, dynamic experiences for the Web much easier. We work with a lot of publishing companies and are often asked for ways to make a site more dynamic and more strongly designed. FutureTense Texture is the perfect tool to accomplish that, so we're very excited about the opportunities that lie ahead." -- Craig M. Kanarick, Principal

Reuters NewMedia Inc.: "FutureTense Texture technology could help customers create striking electronic publications based on Reuters news feeds without the need for time-consuming programming and virtually automatically. Reuters' content, combined with this new FutureTense technology, could be a compelling combination for Web publishers." -- David Graves, Senior Vice President

Spyglass, Inc.: "FutureTense Texture demonstrates how Java- enabled Web browsing brings a new dimension to online publishing, combining the best features of static desktop publishing with the new dynamic capabilities of this exciting medium. Applications like this are the reason that Spyglass has committed to providing our fifty-six OEM partners a Java-enabled platform." -- Tim Krauskopf, Vice President of Research & Development

Sun Microsystems: "As the first Web publishing system to use Java, FutureTense Texture lets designers create visually rich, highly-interactive Web publications quickly and easily. We believe FutureTense Texture is the first of a new generation of powerful, trailblazing tools -- based on Java -- that will dramatically improve all aspects of Web publishing." -- Kim Polese, JavaSoft Marketing Manager

Contact: Brenda Nichols, Parker, Nichols & Company

Voice: 508-369-2100

Email: parker-nichols@bbnplanet.com


MICOM Adds New Network Feeder Products
MICOM ADDS NEW NETWORK FEEDER PRODUCTS FOR DATA / VOICE WAN INTEGRATION

New Marathon 3K and 2K join the NetRunner 75E network feeder product line

Simi Valley, CA -- MICOM Communications Corp. (NASDAQ:MICM) introduces its new Marathon 2K and 3K Models at ComNet 96. The new units are designed to support multiple wide area network (WAN) protocols for access to leased lines, ISDN network services or public frame relay networks. The ability of the new products to multiplex data, voice, fax and LAN traffic over a single connection provides for dramatic reductions in communication costs.

The new data-centric Marathon 2K integration multiplexer is desiged to support one sync data channel and up to 28 async data channels. The unit is ideal as a FRAD (frame relay access device). It supports sync and async data rates up to 38.4 Kbps. The unit features two expansion slots to permit adding voice/fax and ethernet router modules.

The new Marathon 3K is a high-performance, voice-ready feeder product featuring built-in voice/fax support, eliminating the need for an optional add-in voice card. The Marathon 3K also has three data ports. The unit's 3-slot design permits adding data cards to handle legacy data , an ethernet card for IP/IPX routing, and additional voice/fax modules.

MICOM's NetRunner 75E integration router includes built-in IP/IPX routing card and legacy data ports. The model 75E provides high-speed hardware compression for increased LAN throughput and built-in backup capability for networking resiliency. The model 75E has expansion slots to permit the addition of up to four voice/fax channels per unit. A legacy data expansion module is also available for the 75E.

Integrating voice/fax traffic onto existing LAN or data lines eliminates interoffice long distance charges. The result is a significant reduction in a company's remote communications costs.

Each voice/fax channel uses as little as 2 to 8 Kbps of bandwidth. Additional features such as Silence Suppression, Dynamic Rate Adaptation, Frame Relay and MicroBand ATM cell-based technologies make it easy and cost effective to 'piggy-back' voice traffic onto existing data or LAN lines, without compromising voice quality.

Marathon 2K, 3K and NetRunner 75E Models are designed to meet FCC, C.R.C., TUV, EU, UL, CISPR and CSA Standard agency compliance.

Suggested list prices; Marathon 2K - $1,195, Marathon 3K - $3,250. The NetRunner 75E, is priced at $2,450. All three feeder models are available now from certified MICOM distributors.

MICOM Communications Corp. (NASDAQ:MICM) is the worldwide market leader in providing integrated networking solutions under the brand names "Marathon", "NetRunner", "STADIA" and " EasyRouter". MICOM products save companies money by integrating remote data, voice, fax and LAN traffic over private and public networks. Represented by distributors in over 85 countries, MICOM is headquartered at 4100 Los Angeles Avenue, Simi Valley, Calif. 93063, USA. Tel: (805) 583-8600. Fax: (805) 583-1997.

Media Contact: Mike Griesgraber, MICOM Communications

Voice: 805-583-8600

Email: mikeg@micom.com

Investor Contact: Francine Good, MICOM Communications

Voice: 805-583-8600

Email: ir@micom.com


SuperPrint LE for WinNT With Epson Printers
ZENOGRAPHICS ENTERS INTO WORLDWIDE LICENSING AGREEMENT WITH EPSON

SuperPrint LE for Windows NT 3.51 to be Included With Epson Desktop Printers; Localized Versions to be Offered

(IRVINE, CA)--Zenographics Inc., the leader in 32-bit Windows printing enhancement technology, has announced a worldwide licensing agreement with Epson, the creator of high-quality, award-winning imaging products. According to the agreement, Epson has chosen Zenographics' SuperPrint LE for Windows NT 3.51 as the exclusive Windows NT printing solution for its high quality color ink jet printers.

The terms of the contract call for Zenographics to provide its 32-bit Windows printing technology with Epson's "Stylus" family of printers running under the Windows NT 3.51 operating environment. SuperPrint LE for Windows NT 3.51 will be available for Epson's Stylus Color, Stylus Pro, Stylus Pro XL, Stylus Color II and Stylus Color IIs ink jet printers, as well as other Epson printing devices to be named in the near future. Additionally, Epson and Zenographics will release localized versions of SuperPrint LE for Windows NT 3.51.

"Zenographics is proud to have been selected by Epson as its exclusive printing solution for Windows NT 3.51," noted Lane Freestone, vice president of business development for Zenographics. "By localizing our technology towards specific markets, printing with Windows NT will be greatly improved and enhanced on a worldwide level."

"Epson is committed to providing superior printing technology to its customers by offering them the best printer enhancement software under the Windows NT operating environment," said Steve Sugarman, assistant product manager, Epson. "Through SuperPrint, Epson Stylus customers can achieve 'Photo Quality' printing at true 32-bit speed."

SuperPrint LE for Windows NT 3.51 is a Windows NT printing utility designed to accelerate printing and enhance output quality and clarity. Epson customers will be offered a special price to upgrade to a full-featured version of SuperPrint which supports Windows 95 and 3.1 in addition to NT. This version also includes drag-and-drop printing, Internet image file support, PostScript Level 2, job queuing and other enhancements.

Zenographics has been a market leader in printing enhancement and graphics technology since 1979. The product line includes SuperQueue, ZScript and SuperPrint 4.0, a 32-bit printing utility for Windows 95, NT and 3.1 (including Windows for Workgroups). Zenographics products are currently available through major software chains, including Egghead Software, Electronics Boutique, Price/Costco and Computer City. Zenographics products are also available worldwide through distributors such as Ingram Micro and Micro Central, as well as through numerous VARs.

For more information, contact Zenographics at 34 Executive Park, Irvine, CA 92714. Telephone: (714) 851-6352, fax: (714) 851-1314, email: scottm@zeno.mhs.compuserve.com, World Wide Web: http://www.zeno.com.

Contact: Brian McVicar, THE TERPIN GROUP

Voice: 310-821-6100

Email: bmcvicar@la.terpin.com


FlashWare Integrates Video & Audio
FlashWare, the first general-purpose, standards-based software platform that integrates video and audio into existing packet-switched networks -- without costly hardware upgrades to those networks or the desktop PCs on them -- has been introduced by Precept Software, Inc. Precept has also introduced IP/TV, the first in a family of client-server applications for the FlashWare platform. IP/TV multicasts live or prerecorded audio and video streams to an unlimited, user-specified group of desktops over any IP-based network.

While Precept's Windows-based products are well suited for transporting multimedia data over the global Internet, they are unique in being designed specifically for enterprise environments, with their higher-bandwidth "intranets" and the associated demands for quality transmission. Key multimedia applications in these environments are corporate communications, computer-based training, distance learning, desktop videoconferencing, and audio/video production.

Precept's FlashWare multimedia networking software provides all the necessary services to transport real-time, synchronized multimedia streams over packet-switched networks. FlashWare has two major components : FlashWare Real-Time Transport Services and FlashWare Multimedia Services. FlashWare Real-Time Transport Services performs packetization, real-time data transport (via the IETF standard Real-Time Transport Protocol, or RTP), feedback on network conditions and reception quality (via RTP's Real-Time Control Protocol, or RTCP). Quality of service -- the assurance that certain traffic types receive priority (e.g., video over file transfer) in obtaining network resources -- is provided by the Resource Reservation Protocol (RSVP), an IETF standard in development.

FlashWare Multimedia Services, running on top of FlashWare Real-Time Transport Services, performs data compression and decompression and synchronization. It transparently handles interfaces to network protocols, video/sound cards, and hardware and software codecs. FlashWare may be installed as a Microsoft Windows Media Control Interface (MCI) driver, allowing network multimedia streams to be manipulated as if they were local. The FlashWare MCI driver can be used with Microsoft's Media Player to "extend" CD-ROM capability across a LAN or WAN. Implemented as a DLL, the driver masks the complexity of RTP, multicast and other functions, letting developers focus on application content. Precept also offers the optional WinSock-compatible FlashStack protocol stack, an advanced high-speed 32-bit TCP/IP VxD stack optimized for multimedia data. While FlashStack provides a high-speed foundation for FlashWare, the WinSock-compatible FlashWare also runs on most other popular TCP/IP stacks.

Not tied to any single compression technique, FlashWare allows use of the technology best suited to a given application. While Precept's ITU- compatible H.261 software codec will ship with FlashWare, any Video for Windows codec (e.g., Intel's Indeo) can be used. Thus the user can automatically take advantage of new compression technologies as they emerge.

IP/TV, a client-server application that runs on top of FlashWare, delivers full-motion video in a window on the user's PC for such applications as broadcast TV to the desktop, corporate communications, Internet on-line marketing, video library access, manufacturing process monitoring and surveillance systems. Live or prerecorded digital video and audio streams are multicast to an unlimited number of users over any IP-based network. Routability of network video streams ensures wide-area accessibility, including distribution over the Internet.

IP/TV contains three elements. The IP/TV Program Guide, used for program scheduling and management, is based on World Wide Web technology and is accessed via any HTML network browser. The IP/TV Server delivers programs according to parameters (e.g., start time, file name) entered in the Program Guide. The IP/TV Viewer presents a list of scheduled multicasts at the recipient's desktop and displays the audio/video programs, providing controls that let the user "channel surf" among programs.

FlashWare's RTP, IP Multicast and H.261 compression/decompression software have been tested for compatibility with the MBONE. Thus, with Windows Media Player or Precept's IP/TV Viewer, FlashWare can be used as a PC-based viewing client for MBONE broadcast sessions, a capability previously available only to UNIX users.

Precept Software, Inc., was formed in March 1995 and is the third Silicon Valley startup for husband-and-wife entrepreneurs Bill Carrico and Judy Estrin, who previously launched Bridge Communications and Network Computing Devices The privately held company has raised $6.4 million in venture financing.

Precept Software, Inc.

21580 Stevens Creek Blvd., Suite 207

Cupertino, CA 95014

408 446-7600

http://www.precept.com/


Sonic Bridge Software for Open Transport
SONIC ANNOUNCES BRIDGE SOFTWARE FOR OPEN TRANSPORT

Sunnyvale, CA, January 29, 1996 - In a move certain to please the over 100,000 Macintosh users who currently benefit from it's popular Bridge Series software, Sonic Systems today announced new versions which provide support for Apple's new Network Operating System, Open Transport. These latest additions to the Bridge Series, PowerBridge 4.0, SuperBridge 4.0 and SuperBridge TCP/IP 4.0, connect LocalTalk devices to Ethernet and Fast Ethernet networks. Sonic also announced the release of an Open Transport compatible version of LocalBridge, a utility which is included free with each Sonic Ethernet and Fast Ethernet card.

The bridge software runs in the background on a host Macintosh which is connected to Ethernet or Fast Ethernet. Connecting LocalTalk devices to this Macintosh gives Ethernet users access to LocalTalk devices and LocalTalk users are able to access devices on the Ethernet network, all with no noticeable performance degradation on the host Macintosh. The devices most commonly bridged include LocalTalk printers, such as the LaserWriter 360 and DeskJet 855C, and slotless Macintoshes, such as PowerBooks, which require access to Ethernet based file and mail services. Bridged LocalTalk devices can be hidden from the rest of the network or password protected to restrict access to authorized users only. And unlike multi-homing, a feature of Open Transport which allows multiple network connections, the bridge software allows all Ethernet and Fast Ethernet users to access LocalTalk devices and vice versa.

PowerBridge 4.0 connects one LocalTalk device, while SuperBridge 4.0 allows users to daisy chain up to ten LocalTalk devices to the LocalTalk port of the host Macintosh and then share those devices over the entire network. SuperBridge TCP/IP allows LocalTalk Macintoshes to access Ethernet based TCP/IP services, such as the World Wide Web, Internet E-mail, Gopher and FTP, a feature not available from any other software bridge product.

"With over 100,000 users, the Bridge Series products have achieved their level of popularity because they are the easiest and most economical means to bridge LocalTalk devices to Ethernet," said Sudhakar Ravi, Sonic's Vice President of Engineering. "The new versions of the Bridge Series go a few steps further than multi-homing by allowing true bridging of LocalTalk devices to Ethernet and Fast Ethernet users."

PowerBridge 4.0 has a Suggested Retail Price of $99, SuperBridge 4.0 has a SRP of $149 and SuperBridge/TCP 4.0 has a SRP of $249. Sonic Systems is offering a $49 upgrade to registered owners of previous versions of the Bridge Series.

All Sonic products are available to end-users from Authorized Apple Dealers, MacWarehouse, MacConnection, MacZone, Graham MicroAge and GTSI. Resellers can purchase Sonic Systems' products from Ingram Micro and Merisel.

Founded in January, 1991, Sonic Systems, Inc. is one of the original suppliers of high performance networking products for Apple's Macintosh computer, and is dedicated to supplying the best values in high performance networking technology to end users. Sonic's product offerings include EtherFE 10/100, PCI and NuBus Fast Ethernet cards; FastHub/8, an eight port Class II Fast Ethernet hub; FastBridge 10/100, an Ethernet to Fast Ethernet bridge; QuickStream/3, a three port PPP remote access hardware server; microPrint, a line of LocalTalk to Ethernet hardware bridges; IntelliStack, sixteen port stackable hub with SNMP; LANScape SNMP, an SNMP console for Macs which supports MIB compiling; The Diskless Mac, remote booting software for the Macintosh; a complete line of Ethernet cards; The AAUI Series, a comprehensive line of Ethernet transceivers; and Radar, a comprehensive network management package.

For more information on Sonic Systems or its line of Macintosh networking products, please call (408) 736-1900, fax at (408) 736-7228, E-mail to sales@sonicsys.com or visit Sonic's Web page at http://www.sonicsys.com.

Editorial contact:

Sonic Systems, Inc.

Larry Woodard

Director of Marketing

575 N. Pastoria Ave.

Sunnyvale, CA 94086

Tel: (408) 736-1900 X 103

Fax: (408) 736-7228

E-mail: larry@sonicsys.com


Syntegration Traveling Workplace OS/2 Util
Syntegration Introduces TRAVELING WORKPLACE Evaluation edition

CHINO, CALIFORNIA, Nov. 13, 1995 -- SYNTEGRATION announces the availability of a 30 day evaluation edition of its newest product, TRAVELING WORKPLACE. This useful tool can backup, restore, create and manage OS/2 workplace images.

You can download an evaluation copy from SYNTEGRATION'S world wide web site at "HTTP://WWW.PRIMENET.COM/~SYNTEGRN". Compuserve members can also access the evaluation edition from the OS2AVEN forum. The filename is TWP100.ZIP.

Traveling Workplace greatly enhances your ability to manage OS/2 workplace images or desktops through the use of intuitive features. In addition to workplace image management, the product includes tools that lets you selectively backup and restore individual workplace objects.

Traveling Workplace allows you to backup a desktop on one workstation and restore it on another. With this capability, users can easily move from one workstation to another and still use their own desktop. Furthermore, the product lets you customize the restore procedure to enable portability between workstations with different hardware.

Traveling Workplace is very fast. When images are stored on a hard disk you can typically backup in about 15 seconds and restore workplaces in only 25 seconds.

When you want different desktops for each user, Traveling Workplace lets you create and maintain up to 36 on-line desktops per workstation. The product can immediately switch between these resident workplace images without rebooting your workstation. Switching is even faster than restoring.

Network administrators can use Traveling Workplace to provide different desktops for each user or user group and manage them without taking a trip to the workstation. This is accomplished by storing workplace images on a network server. The command line interface is optimized to allow you to perform all tasks without user interference. With these capabilities you can integrate the product into the log-on and log-off scripts of your network operating system.

Traveling Workplace automatically saves the files that define the settings and icons on an OS/2 desktop. Additional files can be selected and saved with the workplace image. These additional files will then be recovered when an archive set is restored. Images can be saved on a floppy drive, local hard drive or network file server.

Traveling workplace include additional workplace shell object utilities. These are called Object Manager and Object Editor.

The Object Manager lets you selectively query, save, and update the settings of the workplace objects on your desktop. You can also delete objects the shredder cannot delete.

The Object Editor utility is used to create, update, or delete one or more workplace objects. This utility edits and restores objects saved by the Object Manager. The object editor lets you bypass REXX programming for hands-off object management.

To use Traveling Workplace you need at least A 386SX or higher PC or PS/2 with OS/2 Version 2.1 or higher. All versions of OS/2 WARP are supported.

Traveling Workplace is included when you purchase The Secure Workplace for OS/2 enterprise edition.

Choose SYNTEGRATION products and enjoy world class quality and unbeatable technical support.

TRAVELING WORKPLACE can be ordered through retail channels in the U.S., Canada and Europe or can be ordered directly from SYNTEGRATION. The cost is $59.95. Those ordering THE SECURE WORKPLACE for OS/2 ENTERPRISE EDITION (which includes TRAVELING WORKPLACE) pay $350 for a five-station license fee. For information write or call SYNTEGRATION, 3811 Schaefer Avenue #J, Chino, CA 91710. Tel 1-909-464-9450, Fax 1-909-627-3541, e-mail 73707.3331@COMPUSERVE.COM.


DegrifTour Internet Travel Catalog in France
DegrifTour, the first Internet travel catalog in France with booking facilities

DEGRIFTOUR site is the Internet's largest source of unsold travel products in France. The tourist industry knows well that unsold airline seats, hotel rooms, and ship cabins packages are a terrible waste. The success of DegrifTour is narrowly linked with the suppliers'. We daily offer to the clientele the best conditions for their last minute decision regarding their trips.

The DegrifTour service is unique. Yearly, more than 4.5 millions of Minitel users on the French videotex service (3615 DT) consult the 1,000 offers (packages, regular & special flies, hotels, vacation rentals, tours, week-ends...) that are available with a discount average of 40% regarding to the normal price.

The electronic version have pictures for a maximum of products: dream your future travel all over the world. You can directly order a product by answering the easy-to-use online order form. All the state of your order will be confirmed by email. At this time, all the informations are only available in French language. Autumn 1996 will be the season of new announcements including an English version of this French travel catalog.

Book directly and save money !

<URL:http://www.degriftour.fr>

DegrifTour

wmaster@www.degriftour.fr


RightFAX Receives Best LAN Fax Server Award
RIGHTFAX RECEIVES SECOND CONSECUTIVE "BEST LAN FAX SERVER" AWARD FROM AMERICAN FACSIMILE ASSOCIATION

Leading Developer Of Fax Server Software Recognized For Unprecedented Product Performance

TUCSON, Ariz. (1/26/96)-- RightFAX, the industry leader in computer-based fax server software, has been recognized for superior product performance by the American Facsimile Association which named RightFAX 4.0 the "Best Mid-to-High End Fax Server Software." This award is based on a comparative review of leading computer-based fax vendors in the critical areas of ease-of-use, price, routing methods, enhanced features, customer support and satisfaction.

The American Facsimile Association, founded in 1986, is a clearing house of information on fax technology/products, industry developments and marketing trends. It also produces FAXFocus, an international weekly fax industry newspaper serving the overall fax industry.

"RightFAX is proud to receive this recognition for the second year in a row, said Bradley H. Feder, president of RightFAX, Inc. "An award from this highly respected industry association further validates the extensive functionality of RightFAX 4.0 and highlights its superior performance in mission critical applications. We will continue to bring the latest in fax technology to users seeking power, high quality and flexibility in their fax server needs."

This award complements the "Best LAN Fax Server" award from the American Facsimile Association which RightFAX received last year. Other awards RightFAX has received for the superior performance of its fax server software include the "Editor's Choice" and "Well connected" awards from Network Computing magazine, the "Best of Times" award by LAN Times and the "User's Choice" award from Communications News.

RightFAX 4.0 is an advanced network fax server software product supporting Microsoft NT Server, Novell NetWare and IBM OS/2 LAN Server networks and Windows, Windows 95, Windows NT, DOS, and OS/2 workstations. It features a full range of auto-routing techniques, NetWare 4.0 Directories, Native IPX Transport for Novell, tight integration with e-mail, and unlimited users. RightFAX 4.0 provides true multi-tasking and multi-threaded local area network fax server capabilities and features support for Binary File Transfer (BFT), Optical Character Recognition (OCR) and the RightFAX Power-Bar which is an advanced and unique printing control feature.

For sales information about the RightFAX product line, contact RightFAX, Inc. at 4400 East Broadway, Suite 312, Tucson, Ariz. 85711. Corporate sales 520-327-1357 Ext. 600; Fax 520-321-7456; Internet: sales@rightfax.com.

RightFAX, Inc., Tucson, Ariz., is one of the world's leading developers of advanced fax server solutions for mid-size to Fortune 1000 businesses. Its RightFAX product line, which includes RightFAX fax server software, the RightFAX E-Mail Gateway, and the RightFAX OCR Module is based on IBM LAN Server, Novell NetWare, Microsoft NT server networks. It provides multitasking LAN fax server capabilities and e-mail integration, and is available through a worldwide network of distributors, VARs and systems integrators.


Ontrack Opens Wash, D.C. Data Recovery Lab
Ontrack Opens New Washington, D.C. Data Recovery Lab

Brings enhanced data recovery expertise and services to federal clientele

Washington, D.C., January 26, 1996--Ontrack Data Recovery, a leading provider of data protection and recovery software and services, today opened a data recovery lab at its Washington, D.C.-area office. The D.C.-area office, which first opened in July, joins Ontrack's existing sites in Minneapolis, Los Angeles, London, and Tokyo. With the introduction of a data recovery lab at its D.C. Location, Ontrack will now be able to provide its federal and commercial clientele with quick and comprehensive recovery of lost or damaged data.

Ontrack Data Recovery restores data threatened by many forms of potential data loss, including natural disaster, user error, virus, electro-magnetic failure, computer crime, or any other cause. Ontrack also develops data protection planning services, combats computer crime, and acts as an expert witness. Using its extensive data recovery tools and techniques, its class-100 clean room, and its secured facilities, Ontrack can safely recover a client's endangered information with no or little loss of crucial data.

Recognizing the time-critical nature of data loss, Ontrack is structured to provide rapid response to the urgent needs of its clients. According to security experts, 50% of all companies unable to recover lost data within ten working days of initial data loss suffer permanent financial damage.*

Ontrack's fast and efficient data recovery service, together with its secure facilities and safeguarding capabilities, have helped the company cultivate a growing list of federal clients, including the DEA, FAA, FBI, GSA, USDA, Department of Energy, Postal Service, State Department, US Air Force, US Navy, and the Army Corps of Engineers. According to Nancy Riley, Ontrack Facility Security Officer, Ontrack's success with government agencies stems from the company's expert handling of delicate security issues.

"During our ten years in business, we have built relationships with government agencies based on our technical expertise and special attention to security issues," Riley says. "With an office in the Washington, D.C. area, government computer users have first-hand access to the leading data protection and recovery services and software in the industry."

Ontrack's focus on client security needs and customer service prompted the Department of Defense to award Ontrack the James S. Cogswell Outstanding Industrial Security Achievement Award in 1995. This prestigious honor is given yearly to only one-half of one percent of the 11,000-security cleared Department of Defense contractors eligible. Ontrack's receipt of this award is testimony to the company's emphasis on swift and secure data recovery.

Ontrack Data Recovery specializes in retrieving data from virtually any operating environment in any type of storage data device. To ensure the security of users' critical data, Ontrack's experts have engineered the tools and developed the techniques to achieve an unsurpassed success rate on drives received for recovery. Ontrack also offers its customers emergency services, including on-site, weekend, 24-hour, and priority options.

Ontrack's new federal office is located at 2000 Corporate Ridge, 8th Floor, McLean, VA 22101 800-650-2410 (703-821-8101). Other United States offices are located in Minneapolis, Minnesota (800-872-2599) and Los Angeles, California (800-752-7557). Offices are also located in London and Tokyo.

Ontrack Data Recovery

6321 Bury Drive

Eden Prairie, MN 55346

1-800-872-2599 * 612-937-5161 * Fax: 612-937-5750


Microspot PhotoFix Upgraded
Microspot Increases Capabilities, Reduces List Price of PhotoFix 3.0

Saratoga, CA -- January 1, 1996 -- Microspot USA, Inc. is now shipping PhotoFix version 3. The upgraded version includes new image enhancement controls, a variety of special effects filters, and support for a wide range of file formats. Initially released at version 2.8 with a list price of $249, Microspot is offering PhotoFix version 3 at the new list price of $139.

With PhotoFix 3.0, users can create and store scanner profiles, and automatically apply them to scanned images. New image enhancement controls include an AutoFix feature for correcting contrast, color and sharpness with a single keystroke. Users can also view Histograms, correct the white, black and neutral gray points within images, and adjust hue and saturation.

The new version of PhotoFix supports a wide range of file formats. It will open and save PICT, PICT with Alpha Channel, PICT with JPEG, TIFF, TIFF with Alpha Channel, TIFF with LZW, EPS, EPS with Mask, and the super fast PhotoFix 3.0 format. It will also open JPEG/JFIF, GIF, and Kodak PhotoCD file formats.

In addition, PhotoFix 3.0 includes a bevy of special effects filters: Add Noise, Unsharp Mask, Dust and Scratches, Remove Noise, Distort 2D, Distort 3D, Shrink, Spherize, Custom Blur, Motion Blur, Posterize, AutoFix, Histogram, Hue/Saturation, and Levels.

Other enhancements include an improved tool palette which allows users to display tool settings directly from the Tool Setting's palette, and see the size and shape of any tool before using it.

PhotoFix 3.0 will run on low-end Macintoshes with as little as 1.5 Mb of free RAM, and minimally requires a Macintosh with a 68020 or greater processor and System 7.0. Registered users may upgrade to PhotoFix 3.0 for $30.

Optional plug-ins will soon be available for exporting CMYK files and for creating a separate text layer for printing high quality text on top of photographic images. These plug-ins will be priced at $30 each.

Microspot USA, Inc. is located at 12380 Saratoga-Sunnyvale Road, Suite 6, Saratoga, CA 95070. The company can be reached by telephone at 1-(800) 622-7568 or (408) 253-2000, and by FAX at (408) 253-2055.


3D World - 3D Design Software
3D World Lets Users Design, Enhance Graphics in Real Time

Saratoga, CA -- January 15, 1996 -- Endorsed by Apple Computer, Inc. and greeted with enthusiasm by attendees at the recent Macworld Expo in San Francisco, 3D World, Microspot USA, Inc.'s new 3D design software, is now shipping. Targeted at both novices and professionals, 3D World boasts real time rendering, as well as a variety of easy to use tools for creating objects and manipulating views.

3D World is ideal for creating and/or enhancing graphics, modeling, virtual reality, presentations, CAD and any other visual projects. Its wide range of tools includes lighting controls for applying and adjusting light sources, and camera controls for displaying objects in a variety of views.

Based on Apple Computer's QuickDraw 3D architecture, 3D World lets users apply colors, textures, images, and sounds to 3D objects. It also supports QuickDraw 3D's native 3D metafile format, which makes it easy to move 3D objects between supported applications.

3D World's Librarian utility allows users to store and retrieve almost any type of data. Each library can hold hundreds of graphics, sounds, colors, textures and objects. Users may search for and display items by name, with or without graphical representations. An unlimited number of libraries may be created.

"3D World is the first in a new generation of 3D products," said Robert Coulling, president of Microspot. "Instant rendering makes it easy to use and differentiates it from other 3D products. It's real time 3D!"

The program has a plug-in architecture, and includes several plug-ins such as Align, Light Director and Orbit. Users who register their copies of 3D World will automatically receive 3D World Plug-ins Volume 1 free of charge. A $30 value, Volume 1 contains 14 additional plug-ins, including an Internet plug-in which allows URLs to be attached to objects. It also includes a CSG tool which, when used with Apple Computer's QuickDraw accelerator card, enables boolean functions. Additional plug-ins will soon be available from Microspot. Information about writing 3D World plug-ins is available to anyone who would like to do so.

The suggested list price of 3D World is $139. It minimally requires a Power Macintosh", System 7.1 and Drag & Drop Manager (built into System 7.5). It also requires 16 Mb of RAM to install QuickDraw 3D, which is included with the software.

Microspot USA, Inc. is located at 12380 Saratoga-Sunnyvale Road, Suite 6, Saratoga, CA 95070. The company can be reached by telephone at (800) 622-7568 or (408) 253-2000; or by FAX at 408-253-2055.


Cirque GlidePoint Wave Keyboard
CIRQUE CORPORATION SHIPS GLIDEPOINT WAVE KEYBOARD

New keyboard combines a split-key, "natural" design with state-of-the-art trackpad technology.

SALT LAKE CITY, January 15, 1996 -- Cirque Corporation, the original developer of GlidePoint technology, today announces shipment of the Cirque GlidePoint Wave Keyboard, the first "natural", split-key keyboard to incorporate GlidePoint technology.

"In the portable market, GlidePoint trackpads offer a natural interface that is reliable and comfortable to use. Now, as a growing number of people spend increasingly long hours working at a desktop computer, we recognize the need for an advanced keyboard design that offers cursor control with these same benefits." said Jim O'Callaghan, Cirque's executive vice president of marketing and sales. "Integrated into a responsibly designed keyboard, the GlidePoint trackpad offers reliability and comfort to the desktop as it has the portable market.

Building on its experience as the leader in the fast-growing trackpad market, Cirque has developed the GlidePoint Wave Keyboard for IBM compatible computers offering the same easy installation, standard driver compatibility, and interactive tutorial the company provides with its standalone trackpad products.

The Cirque GlidePoint Wave Keyboard is available with AT, serial, and PS/2 connections. At $129.00 (SRP), Cirque anticipates a street price of about $99.00.

New Features

Cirque is first to combine a natural, split-key design with proven GlidePoint performance. The Cirque GlidePoint Wave Keyboard features a split 109-key layout with an integrated trackpad, Windows 95 keys, extra backspace, tab, and mouse keys, and a built-in wristrest. The driver is compatible with DOS, Windows, and Windows 95 environments. A comprehensive manual is included for English, French, and German-speaking customers.

Optional Bodysavers stress-relief software is also available from Cirque. "Research shows that frequent work breaks and simple stretches promote safety and comfort at the keyboard," states O'Callaghan. "Bodysavers provides timed break reminders and quick and easy stretches, which we hope will raise an awareness of comfort in the computing environment."

How GlidePoint technology works

The GlidePoint trackpad achieves high internal resolution (1,000 cpi) using a patented mutual capacitance sensing system. A grid of electrodes lies hidden beneath the touch surface. Presence and movement of a finger alters the mutual capacitance between electrodes, which are measured by precision electronics. Wherever a finger goes on the surface, the cursor goes on the screen. Tapping on the pad simulates button "clicks". Tap and hold creates "drag", draw, and highlight operations

GlidePoint is a solid-state technology with no moving parts to clog or break down. Mechanical buttons are available for optional use.

Customer Support

The Cirque GlidePoint Wave Keyboard comes with a three-year warranty, toll-free technical assistance (1-800-GLIDE-75), and Cirque's free GlideGuarantee customer service program.

Cirque, a privately-held Utah corporation, was founded in 1991 with a mission to provide intuitive and rich interfaces for direct fingertip control of computers. As the original developer of GlidePoint technology, Cirque manufactures a broad product line of trackpads for mobile and desktop environments. Cirque currently licenses patented GlidePoint technology to Alps Electric Inc. and other non-disclosed companies.

Cirque Corp

433 W. Lawndale Dr.

Salt Lake City, UT 84115

801-467-1100,  fax 801-467-0208


Miller Freeman & DSP Assoc Conf Alliance
Miller Freeman and DSP Associates Announce Conference Alliance

(San Francisco) January 25, 1996-Miller Freeman, Inc. (MFI) and Dr. Amnon Aliphas, President of Digital Signal Processing Associates (DSPA), today announced the establishment of a strategic alliance to produce the International Conference on Signal Processing Applications & Technology (ICSPAT), DSP World Expo, and Data Acquisition Conference and Expo. These three concurrent events have an international reputation as the largest and most prestigious gathering for managers, engineers and system integrators developing digital signal processing, analog and mixed-signal applications.

As part of the alliance, the conference and trade show, previously owned and managed by DSPA, was sold to Miller Freeman and will now be managed and produced by MFI. Dr. Aliphas, the founder of the event, will continue to participate in determining its structure and editorial content as the conference chair. The alliance provides a management infrastructure that will support the continued growth of the event.

To accommodate this growth, the 1996 event was recently relocated to the Boston World Trade Center, October 8-10. This will be the second consecutive year in Boston for the conference and trade show, which changes venues each year. "The 1995 event far surpassed our expectations in the number of conference and show attendees, exhibitors and papers presented," said Dr. Aliphas. "It became apparent that the space we had already reserved for the 1996 event would not accommodate our projected growth. We regret the sudden change in venue, but with the additional resources of Miller Freeman, DSP World and ICSPAT will need plenty of room to grow," he explained. The show will start rotating venues again in 1997.

ICSPAT was founded in 1990 in Europe. Exhibitor participation was added in 1991, with the debut of DSP World. The conference and show have experienced explosive growth in recent years, along with the booming market for DSPs. "DSP World and ICSPAT have grown so large in the last few years that a professional show management structure became necessary," Dr. Aliphas continued. "The conference had several prospective suitors. We decided to partner with Miller Freeman because they have a demonstrated commitment to the market and a record of producing high quality conference-driven events for engineers, designers and managers in this industry."

The core conference activities at ICSPAT will remain unchanged. In 1995, 640 papers were submitted and reviewed, and 420 were accepted by ICSPAT's distinguished Technical Review Committee. More than 3,500 professionals attended the conference and trade show. DSP World and ICSPAT will continue to be co-sponsored by CMP Publications' Electronic Engineering Times and OEM Magazine. The trade show featured more than 100 exhibitors in 20,000 square feet of exhibit space.

MFI plans to continue the strong growth pattern and firm commitment to quality established by DSPA. Ted Bahr, Vice President of MFI's Electronics Division, noted, "We have always been very impressed with the outstanding work of Dr. Aliphas, DSP Associates, and the ICSPAT Technical Review Committee. In the Electronics Division, it is our core philosophy that the foundation of any strong trade event is a solid, high-level conference. ICSPAT has captured the attention of the worldwide industry, which flocks to the event. That's what differentiates this trade show from others. It is very exciting for us to be involved with Dr. Aliphas."

DSP World now becomes part of MFI's Electronics Division, which publishes respected magazines such as Embedded Systems Programming, Communications Systems Design, Printed Circuit Design, and Circuits Assembly. The Electronics Division also produces the Embedded Systems Conference (East and West), the Communications Design Engineering Conference, the Printed Circuit Board Design Conference (East and West) and Surface Mount International.

Headquartered in San Francisco, Miller Freeman, Inc. is one of the largest business publishing companies in the United States. It publishes more than 70 magazine titles, including several in the high tech area, and manages more than 80 trade shows and conference events. A wholly owned subsidiary of London-based United News & Media plc, MFI is also the North American arm of United News & Media's global magazine and exhibition business, which comprises 203 trade shows and 200 business publications in the U.S., Europe and Asia operating under the Miller Freeman name.

The next DSP World Expo, ICSPAT and Data Acquisition Conference and Expo meets October 8-10, 1996 at the World Trade Center in Boston, Mass. For more information on participating, contact Megan Forrester at Miller Freeman, phone (415) 905-4998 or email mforrest@mfi.com

Miller Freeman, Inc.

600 Harrison St

San Francisco, CA 94107

415-905-2354,  fax 415-905-2220


Circuit Board Design Conf, March 18-22
CIRCUIT BOARD DESIGN CONFERENCE FEATURES EXPANDED PROGRAM, KEYNOTE BY TOP INDUSTRY EXECUTIVE

New Tutorial Introduces EDIF Version 4.0.0 Standard, Keynote Will Feature Joe Costello Of Cadence Design Systems, Inc.

San Francisco -- January 30, 1996 -- Conference organizers today announced that a tutorial on the new EDIF Version 4.0.0 standard has been added to the technical sessions scheduled for the PCB (Printed Circuit Board) Design Conference, March 18 - 22, 1996 at the Santa Clara Convention Center. This addition to the in-depth educational program, along with a keynote address by Joe Costello of Cadence Design Systems, Inc., promises to make the fifth annual conference the top West Coast showcase for technologies used in the design and manufacture of printed circuit boards.

EDIF (Electronic Data Interchange Format) Version 4.0.0, which was created explicitly to support the PCB design and manufacturing industry, will be described in detail at a full-day tutorial session scheduled for Monday, March 18. It is one of ten different tutorials scheduled on the first or last day of the week-long conference.

Keynote Address

Joe Costello, president and CEO of Cadence, will speak about "Life in the Design Pressure Cooker" at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, March 19. In addition to discussing the pressures that PCB and multichip module (MCM) designers face today, he will present some concrete suggestions for coping with complex designs and competitive schedules.

"With Joe Costello on the platform, attendees can expect something a little different than your ordinary keynote address," said Pete Waddell, editor-in-chief of PRINTED CIRCUIT DESIGN magazine. "Costello is a very animated and dynamic speaker, and as president and CEO of Cadence, he is in a position to provide interesting perspectives on the printed circuit design industry."

Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (San Jose, Calif.) is a leading provider of Electronic Design Automation (EDA) software and services that automate and enhance the design of integrated circuits (ICs) and electronic systems. Previously, Mr. Costello was president and CEO of SDA Systems (Santa Clara, Calif.), and president of Electronic Speech Systems. He was also manager of research and development for signal processing and speech at National Semiconductor. Mr. Costello holds advanced degrees in physics from Yale University and the University of California, Berkeley.

New Tutorial

At the EDIF Version 4.0.0 tutorial, Hilary Kahn, Mike Church and Alan Williams (researchers involved in producing the new standard) will present an overview of the new standard and its role in the PCB design/manufacturing process. The full-day session will also review EDIF data representations supporting various stages of the PCB design process. Live demonstrations of EDIF PCB Display and Visualization software will illustrate the tutorial.

Hilary Kahn is a professor in the department of Computer Science at the University of Manchester in the U.K., where she leads the CAD research group. She is the director of the EDIF Technical Centre and chairs the EDIF Technical Expert Group. Michael Church is a software engineering consultant at Zuken Redac Group in Tewkesbury, U.K. He is the chairman of the EDIF PCB/MCM Technical Subcommittee, and has contributed extensively to the creation of the EDIF PCB/MCM standard. Alan Williams, research associate at the Department of Computer Science, University of Manchester, has contributed to the formal specification of EDIF version 4.0.0, including the domain dependent work on MCMs and technology rules.

With this tutorial, the PCB Design Conference now features ten full-day seminars, seven half-day sessions and 33 other classes. Additionally, two new panel discussions have been added to the conference program. The first takes a look at interoperability issues and the second tackles the tough issues of PCB testing. Both panels will be open to all attendees including those registered for the full conference, those registered for exhibits only, and exhibitors. The conference program also includes the annual EDA Face-to-Face Roundtable; an informal, open-door session of the IPC Designers Council; and PCB Benchmark '96, an evaluation of EDA tools. Top vendors of products and services for the printed circuit board design industry will exhibit EDA tools, hardware and test equipment, and design and manufacturing services throughout the conference.

The PCB Design Conference is the annual showcase for emerging technologies used in the design and manufacture of printed circuit boards. It is produced by Miller Freeman, Inc., publisher of PRINTED CIRCUIT DESIGN magazine, and one of the nation's largest producers of conferences and trade exhibitions. Other shows presented by Miller Freeman include: Surface Mount International: Advanced Electronics Manufacturing Technologies, the Embedded System Conferences, Software Development, Communication Design Engineering Conference, Autodesk University, MechanCAD, and the 3D Design Conference & Exhibition.

Exhibitor Contact:  Molly Knox

                    Miller Freeman, Inc.

                    415/905-4927

Attendee Contact:   Yolanda King

                    Miller Freeman, Inc.

                    415-905-4994

Press Registration: FS Communications

                    415-691-1488

                    wendyl@ix.netcom.com

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Plauger to Keynote Embedded Systems Conf.
WORLD AUTHORITY ON C AND C++ WILL PRESENT IDEAS FOR NEW EMBEDDED INDUSTRY STANDARD

Noted Author, Developer P.J. Plauger Named As Keynote Speaker for Embedded Systems Conference East

San Francisco -- January 30, 1996 -- Miller Freeman, Inc. today announced that P.J. Plauger, worldwide expert on C and C++ programming for embedded microprocessors, will deliver the keynote address at the Embedded Systems Conference East at the Hynes Convention Center (Boston, Mass.), April 2-4. Dr. Plauger, who is active in international standardization efforts for C++, will address an approach for a standard C++ language for embedded programming.

Dr. Plauger, the author of several textbooks on computer programming, is senior editor of THE C/C++ USERS JOURNAL, contributing editor to EMBEDDED SYSTEMS PROGRAMMING, and technical editor of THE JOURNAL OF C LANGUAGE TRANSLATION. He has also developed several commercial software products, and his standard C library has been used by companies such as IBM for several years.

In his keynote address, Dr. Plauger will discuss how a subset of C++ for embedded systems could address the industry's need for a language supporting large embedded control programs.

"Reliable development is essential for a 32-bit microprocessor running half a megabyte or more of code," according to Dr. Plauger. "Although the size and complexity of C++ can be a deterrent for efficient use in embedded applications, we can rely on past experience to select a subset of C++ that includes the most useful features of the language and library."

The keynote presentation, on Tuesday, April 2, complements a three-day program of tutorials and lectures that reflect the growing complexity facing engineers working in the embedded marketplace. The conference program, which includes 68 technical classes, gives attendees the opportunity to learn from Dr. Plauger and other respected authors, engineers, and researchers, including: Larry Constantine, Jack Crenshaw, Jack Ganssle, Jean LaBrosse, Steve Mellor, Larry Mittag, and Dan Saks. In addition, more than 100 exhibitors will demonstrate products and services for embedded systems developers and engineers, and attendees can expect to hear important industry announcements throughout the three-day conference.

The Embedded Systems Conference East is the only east coast educational forum dedicated to embedded systems products and services. Now in its fourth year, the conference is produced and sponsored by Miller Freeman, Inc., the publisher of EMBEDDED SYSTEMS PROGRAMMING and one of the nation's largest producers of conferences and trade exhibitions. Other shows produced by Miller Freeman include the Communication Design Engineering Conference, PCB Design Conference, Surface Mount International: Advanced Electronics Manufacturing Technologies, Software Development, Autodesk University, MechanCAD, and the 3D Design Conference. For additional information, visit the Embedded Systems Conference web site at http://www.embedded.com/conf.html.

Attendee Contact:   Natasha Claro

                    Miller Freeman, Inc.

                    415-905-2354

                    email: esc@mfi.com

Exhibitor Contact:  Meredith Hahn

                    Miller Freeman, Inc.

                    415/905-2586

                    email: mhahn@mfi.com

Press Registration: FS Communications

                    415-691-1488

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Giddings & Lewis IEC1131 Programming Tool
GIDDINGS & LEWIS INTRODUCES NEW IEC1131 PROGRAMMING TOOL

(Fond du Lac, WI, January 22, 1996) -- Giddings & Lewis is introducing release 8.0 of their IEC1131 programming tools, PiCPro and PiCServoPro. These tools support IEC1131-3 graphical ladder logic and function block programming for the Giddings & Lewis PiC9, PiC90, and PiC900 family of industrial automation controllers.

"This release of our program development tools represents our eighth major feature release since the April 1990 introduction of IEC1131-compatible programming for our control family," according to Doug Vonderhaar, vice president and general manager of Giddings & Lewis Automation Control. "Our emphasis remains on continuous product improvement, both in ease of use and performance," states Doug. "We feel that control system performance can never be the limiting factor in machine performance and the new 'open architecture servo loop' supplied in PiCServoPro 8.0 represents another step toward that goal." Utilizing this feature, customer application programs implemented using the IEC1131 instruction set can execute synchronously with the servo position loop in the Giddings & Lewis control as often as once every millisecond, while traditional machine control is implemented using standard scanned programs.

Additional new features in release 8.0 include on-line edit of user-developed function blocks, as well as the addition of mark, move, and copy functions to the built-in I/O and data declaration table editor. "The ability of our customers to develop libraries of their own IEC1131 format function blocks has been the key to success in a host of applications," points out Doug. "Now with the ability to on-line edit these functions, we have taken hours out of the program development cycle," he says.

Typical production processes automated using PiC controls include packaging, paper converting, textile machinery, food processing, plastic film production, and metal cutting. Demanding applications include flexographic printing machinery with up to 64 axes of motion control and packaging machinery operating at rates of up to 1,500 pouches per minute. Precise real-time servo control utilizing the "open architecture servo loop" have provided machine builders unprecedented process control capability allowing delivery of machine performance that had previously been unattainable.

Headquartered in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, Giddings & Lewis is the largest supplier of automated machining and assembly systems in North America and one of the largest in the world. In addition to programmable industrial computers, major product lines include smart manufacturing systems, flexible transfer lines, flexible inspection systems, automated assembly systems, high-precision automated machine tools, coordinate measuring systems, and other related products and services. Its stock is traded on the NASDAQ under the symbol GIDL.

GIDDINGS & LEWIS

AUTOMATION CONTROL

666 SOUTH MILITARY ROAD, P.O. BOX 1658

FOND DU LAC, WI 54936-1658 U.S.A.

TEL. (414) 921-7100, FAX (414) 929-4669


Omnipage Pro 6.0 Available for Macintosh
CAERE ANNOUNCES THE IMMEDIATE AVAILABILITY OF OMNIPAGE PRO 6.0 FOR MACINTOSH

MAJOR NEW VERSION FEATURES IMPROVED ACCURACY, EASE OF USE, AND PERFORMANCE

January 8, 1996 - Caere Corporation (NASDAQ:CAER), the leader in optical character recognition (OCR) software, today announced the immediate availability of OmniPage Pro 6.0 for Macintosh, a major new version of the world's number one selling OCR software. Now fully Power Mac native, OmniPage Pro 6.0 provides significant improvements in accuracy, ease of use, and performance. Other improvements build on the robust features users have grown to expect from Caere, the market leader in OCR software.

OmniPage Pro 6.0 provides significant accuracy improvements due to recognition advancements in Caere's exclusive Quadratic Neural Network technology, Language Analyst improvements, and the new Page Parser. The new version also includes new ease-of -use features such as the OmniPage Guide, which uses Apple Guide technology to provide interactive assistance to users, the enhanced AutoOCR Toolbar, and Direct Input. OmniPage Pro 6.0 also includes Caere's new True Page technology, which maintains the original format of scanned pages, and HTML output capability - making OmniPage Pro 6.0 the first software package ever to convert paper documents directly into Web- ready pages.

ACCURACY: NUMBER ONE

Caere customers and industry analysts consistently agree that accuracy is the most important factor for OCR technology. "In a recent survey of OCR users, 89% identified accuracy as the number one requirement for OCR," said Kristy Holch, a leading analyst of the scanning and OCR market at BIS Strategic Decisions, a division of Giga Information Group, in Norwell, MA. "Caere is the OCR market leader, and its advancements in OCR technology are upping the ante on the demanding requirements of the growing OCR market."

OmniPage Pro 6.0 delivers an improved core recognition engine with new and enhanced technologies to continue its tradition of industry- leading OCR. With OmniPage Pro 6.0, users will see an average reduction in errors of 26% compared to the previous version of OmniPage Pro on the broadest spectrum of documents without sacrificing processing speed or usability.

QUADRATIC NEURAL NETWORK: The most notable accuracy improvement in OmniPage Pro 6.0 is Caere's exclusive Quadratic Neural Network (QNN) technology. QNN achieves more accurate identification of all characters, but its greatest contribution lies with similar-looking, ambiguous, or poorly formed characters (mostly as a result of faxing, photocopying, or low-resolution scans).

QNN gains its accuracy improvements over other OCR engines by using a new method to define the differences between various characters. Once the OCR engine segments word images on the page into individual character images, it plots dozens of properties of each character (including image and contextual information) on a multi-dimensional map. Each alphanumeric character has a region on this map that the OCR engine recognizes as that particular character. The OCR engine assigns a value for each property of the character image in question. The character image is then identified as a specific alphanumeric character based on the region into which it falls. Most OCR engines use straight lines to define these multi-dimensional regions, but QNN more precisely defines the regions by using curvilinear segments, resulting in higher recognition accuracy, especially on hard-to-recognize, ambiguous, or degraded characters.

By way of an analogy for QNN's accuracy improvement by using curved lines instead of straight ones, consider the case of a population census for the state of Missouri. If Missouri used only straight lines to define its borders, a resident in St. Louis on the Mississippi River might be falsely identified as being located in Illinois. However, curved lines more clearly define state boundaries and therefore produce a more accurate census.

LANGUAGE ANALYST: To further increase accuracy, OmniPage Pro 6.0 also includes improvements to its Language Analyst technology. Language Analyst features a new algorithm for incorporating a variety of context- sensitive techniques that employ linguistic information, trigram (three letter sequences) analysis, and dictionaries to significantly improve OCR recognition. The new algorithm in OmniPage Pro 6.0 improves Language Analyst by using better weighting schemes and evaluation methods on each of these techniques.

PAGE PARSER : Another factor for increased accuracy is OmniPage Pro 6.0's new page parser, which more accurately processes and analyzes document images before sending them to the OCR engine for recognition. The new page parser provides a higher level of intelligence to analyze page elements and more accurately identify areas as text, graphics, or noise, which results in higher accuracy and improved reading order of complex documents.

EASE OF USE

"The MacOS affords us great opportunities to make maximum OCR accuracy as accessible to users as possible," said Chad Kinzelberg, vice president of marketing. "For example, by building on Apple Guide, we can make our users more self-sufficient and productive than ever before."

APPLE GUIDE: OmniPage Pro 6.0 includes the new "OmniPage Guide," which uses Apple Guide technology to provide interactive, step-by-step on-screen assistance.

DIRECT INPUT: OmniPage Pro 6.0 includes new Direct Input, which gives users the ability to OCR from within their favorite Macintosh applications without having to switch between programs. OmniPage Pro adds a "Direct Input" option to the Apple menu to integrate OCR into text-based applications for quick access.

AUTOOCR TOOLBAR: OmniPage Pro 6.0 provides an enhanced AutoOCR Toolbar to guide the user through the major steps of the OCR process. This improved AutoOCR Toolbar includes a new Save As button for fast output of OCR results, and a new "OCR and Check" option to automatically spell check documents immediately after recognition. These additional features are especially useful when used in conjunction with the Auto button, which executes the entire OCR process in a single button click.

POWER MAC NATIVE

OmniPage Pro 6.0 is now fully Power Mac native. Power Mac users will enjoy improved performance on OCR tasks like zoning, image rotation, and alignment. While the previous version of OmniPage Pro included a Power Mac accelerated recognition engine, new version 6.0 is the first version of OmniPage Pro to offer completely native Power Mac performance.

OTHER NEW FEATURES

HTML OUTPUT: New OmniPage Pro 6.0 also outputs to HTML format to facilitate the creation of World Wide Web pages. OmniPage Pro 6.0 is the first software package to convert paper documents directly to HTML.

TRUE PAGE: OmniPage Pro 6.0 now includes True Page, the page-format retention technology pioneered by Caere that maintains text and graphics in their original page layout for export into other applications.

SCANNER COMPATIBILITY: OmniPage Pro 6.0 also includes support for additional scanner models, including the HP ScanJet 4 series. OmniPage Pro works with almost any scanner you can buy.

SYSTEM CONFIGURATION: OmniPage Pro 6.0 requires Macintosh computers with a 68030 processor and higher, Power Macintosh computers, or MacOS System 7 and higher, 5MB free RAM on 68K Macintosh computers, 7MB free RAM on Power Macintosh computers.

PRICING AND AVAILABILITY

Scanner users who received any Caere OCR products free with their scanner purchase are eligible to upgrade to OmniPage Pro 6.0 for $149 by purchasing Caere's new retail upgrade package. The upgrade pricing represents a $350 reduction in the street price of OmniPage Pro, which is expected to be $499. Retail upgrades are available through Caere's nationwide network of resellers, such as CompUSA, Computer City and all major Mac mail-order houses.

Owners of any OmniPage retail product are eligible for a $99 upgrade to Version 6.0 by calling Caere directly. Users who purchased OmniPage Pro 5.0 after December 8, 1995 are entitled to a free upgrade for a nominal shipping and handling fee. Caere can be reached at 1-800- 535-7226, ext. 110.

CAERE CORPORATION

Caere Corporation, with U.S. headquarters in Los Gatos, Calif. and European headquarters, Caere GmbH, in Munich, Germany, is the leader in OCR technology and a leading provider of desktop document management and form processing products. Caere has expanded its line of OCR products as a result of the December 1994 merger with Calera Recognition Systems. Caere's products include the OmniPage and WordScan lines of OCR software that convert printed and faxed documents into electronic text; the PageKeeper line of Windows document management software that effortlessly retrieves a wide range of information from virtually any source; OmniForm, which converts paper forms to electronic format; the M/Series high-speed, high-volume OCR hardware and software for commercial applications; and a broad array of OCR and bar code readers that accelerate transaction processing.

Caere has recently announced its intent to acquire ViewStar, a leading provider of workflow and document and image management software. The combination will connect Caere's market-leading, desktop-based, intelligent document capture product line with ViewStar's enterprise- class, client /server solutions for business process automation. The merger creates a company with the products, technology, channel and financial strength to offer document, workflow, and business process automation solutions that span from the desktop to the enterprise.


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Kai's Power Tools for Win95/NT Addendum
MetaTools, Inc. Ships Kai's Power Tools 3 for Windows 95/NT

ADDENDUM

CARPINTERIA, CA., JAN. 16, 1996-- MetaTools, Inc., formerly HSC Software, today announced that it is shipping Kai's Power Tools (KPT) 3 for Windows 95/NT, which brings new levels of imaging technology to the desktop.

OVERALL FEATURE ENHANCEMENTS

There are hundreds of changes and improvements in KPT 3. The user interfaces for each of the plug-in applications are redesigned, and are dominated by a much larger preview window, giving users more information to analyze effects in real time. New channel operations, such as procedural negative, have been added. Presets can now be viewed as a scrolling list or through the industry's first graphical presets menu.

KPT LENS F/X

KPT Lens f/x is a high precision tool that gives users complete control over smudge, noise, find edges, Gaussian blur and other effects. Users can move the lens instrument, or preview window, around and over their work to look at the chosen effect in real time. Users can now rotate effects and apply channel operations through the Lens f/x instrument. Users can also dial in a host of parameters within the Lens f/x instrument in real time, expanding the ability to experiment with creative options.

KPT SPHEROID DESIGNER

KPT Spheroid Designer takes the one-step spherize filters found in image editing applications to a completely new level. It presents a unique environment that gives users all the controls for 3-D lens- style distortions in a 2-D environment. For example, users can easily create unique buttons for Web page designs, generate alpha channel textures, create materials or produce glass effects. Users control object properties such as curvature, transparency, bump-mapping, ambiance, gloss, opacity and light sources, both positive and negative. There are also controls over mutation effects and apply modes. Users can start with a preset design, chosen from either a scrolling list or a graphical representation, or can create their own effect from scratch. Nine memory dots, the same that are found in KPT Convolver, allow users to quickly save their work in progress for more creative exploration.

KPT INTERFORM

KPT Interform is a magical new way to create ever-changing animations. It blends and mutates textures from KPT Texture Explorer to create new textures that would not be possible using any other imaging technique. Users can create a completely unique texture or generate time-based output of the textures transforming in QuickTime movies.

KPT TEXTURE EXPLORER

Anew texture engine allows users to create infinite textures. The mathematics built into the texture engine produce a new generation of textures never seen before. Users can now change the direction of each texture, zoom in and out of textures, and using real-time controls, adjust the opacity of the channel operation that is being applied. Users can now modify hue, saturation, brightness, contrast and blur parameters in real time from within KPT Texture Explorer and KPT Gradient Designer. There are now 16 mutations, or cousins, that are generated on the fly surrounding the parent texture. Each of these mutations is an infinite texture plane. Users can now infinitely pan through each of the cousins. KPT 3 will ship with the Texture Explorer from version 2.x and the new Texture Explorer for compatibility.

SPECIAL EFFECTS PLUG-IN APPLICATIONS

Users now have visual controls over the special effects one-step filters from KPT 2.x. Users can precisely control opacity levels and apply channel operations to these effects. The two new effects are KPT Tiling Plane, which creates a zoomable field of tiles with true perspective control, and KPT Video Feedback, which infinitely repeats the image on top of itself. The effects found in version 2.x are now previewable in real time and are more controllable over a number of parameters.

KPT GRADIENT DESIGNER

In addition to overall feature enhancements, users can now view gradients and alpha channels graphically. Gradient modifiers (hue, saturation, etc.) can be constrained to within the selection bracket. Users can also feather effects within the selection bracket.

PRICING AND AVAILABILITY

Kai's Power Tools 3 for Windows 95/NT is available now through MetaTools' dealers and distributors worldwide. The U.S. suggested retail price continues to be $199. Registered users of KPT 2.0 for Windows may upgrade for $79. Registered users who purchase the retail version of KPT 2.0 for Windows on or after Dec. 1, 1995, through Feb. 29, 1996, can receive the upgrade to KPT 3 for no charge ($10 shipping and handling in the U.S.).

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

Kai's Power Tools 3 for Windows requires an IBM PC or compatible 486 or higher with a math coprocessor, Windows 95/NT, any image editing application that 100 % supports the Adobe standard plug-in 32 bit architecture, and 2.5 Mb RAM from the host program's memory allocations.