Symantec Announces Norton Antivirus Software Developers Kit

Quarterdeck Corporation First To License

Norton AntiVirus SDK offers application developers an easy method of
embedding the leading virus detection technology into their Windows 3.1,
Windows 95, and Windows NT applications

CUPERTINO, CALIF.  FEBRUARY 8, 1996 -- Symantec Corporation (Nasdaq:SYMC),
one of the world's leading suppliers of utilities software products, today
extended its anti-virus protection solutions to applications developers by
announcing the availability of the Norton AntiVirus Software Developer's
Kit (NAV/SDK). The Norton AntiVirus SDK is a powerful anti-virus engine
with exposed API's that allow application developers to directly embed
virus detection into an application. Quarterdeck Corporation is the first
company to license the NAV/SDK. Quarterdeck will embed the anti-virus
technology into their Quarterdeck Mosaic browser and InternetSuite
products.

The Norton AntiVirus SDK provides virus scanning capabilities using
technology from Symantec's award winning Norton AntiVirus for Windows 3.0
and Norton AntiVirus for Windows 95 products. Provided as a software
developers kit, developers can now easily embed the capability to scan
files for viruses as an integrated part of an application. There is broad
applicability for the NAV/SDK, but first uses are expected to be in
communications products and Internet browsers. The SDK is available
immediately directly from Symantec.

The first implemention of embedded virus detection was seen in Symantec's
pcAnywhere32 and Delrina Cyberjack products. Quarterdeck is the first
commercial licensee of the NAV/SDK.

"We are excited about Quarterdeck's decision to select the superior
anti-virus technology from Symantec for inclusion in their products, "said
Germaine Ward, director of product management for Norton AntiVirus. "Users
browsing the Internet using Quarterdeck's products won't have to worry
about transferring an infected file from the Internet onto their PCs."

"The fear of downloading infected files has caused some users to avoid
taking full advantage of the Internet. This will be less of an issue as
more browser vendors take advantage of the NAV/SDK and build in virus
detection. In addition, virus definition updates for users are easily
available from Symantec's online services," Ward added.

"We want users of InternetSuite to feel safe navigating the Internet, and
Norton AntiVirus will offer a powerful layer of protection for people
downloading software from the Internet's many resources. The Norton
AntiVirus SDK will allow us to build automatic virus security into the
suite, instead of simply including an external scanner that users will
have to remember to run," said Suzanne Dickson, director of Internet
client products for Quarterdeck.

Software development companies interested in including Symantec's SDK
technology in their products should contact Alison Unden at 310- 449-4146.
Pricing is negotiated on a case by case basis.

ABOUT QUARTERDECK

Quarterdeck Corporation is a pioneer in the development of software
products in four strategic business areas: Utilities, Internet Solutions,
Internet Services, and Communications. The company also offers an entire
line of powerful, next-generation Internet tools for corporate, small
business and individual users, including the award-winning WebCompass.
Quarterdeck Corporation's headquarters are located at 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 an mail request to info@quarterdeck.com.

LEADING ANTIVIRUS SOLUTION PROVIDER

Symantec is the market leader in providing tools for detecting and
preventing viruses. Market data shows Norton AntiVirus tops all anti-virus
programs, with retail customer preference driving NAV to a 76 percent
market share. The Symantec product offering includes antivirus solutions
for Macintosh, IBM and IBM-compatible workstations and servers.
Workstation products include Norton AntiVirus for Windows 95, Norton
AntiVirus 3.0 for DOS/Windows, Norton AntiVirus Scanner for Windows NT,
and Symantec AntiVirus for Macintosh. Symantec also offers Norton
AntiVirus 2.0 for NetWare to protect NetWare servers in addition to
Central Point AntiVirus for Netware, Central Point AntiVirus for
DOS/Windows, and Central Point AntiVirus for OS/2.

The Norton AntiVirus SDK is backed by an unsurpassed range of virus
information and update services. Users can access the Symantec AntiVirus
Reference Center on Symantec's web site to obtain up-to-date information
on viruses and virus protection. This area also contains the latest virus
definitions for all Symantec antivirus products which are updated every
month and available free to download. Additional virus information and
update services include The Virus Hotline (541-984-7879); downloadable
virus definitions from the Symantec BBS, the Symantec FTP site and web
site on the Internet, CompuServe, America Online and the Microsoft
Network. In addition, a Monthly Virus Definition Disk Service (800-
441-7234) and a Quarterly Subscription Service (800-203-4403) are
available for a fee.

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 as well as 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.

PRODUCT AND ORDERING INFORMATION:

Symantec Corporation
10201 Torre Avenue
Cupertino, CA 95014 USA
Tel: 1-800-441-7234 or (541) 334-6054
 
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