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DATE: February 18, 2002

NEWS: Connectix^® Brings Virtual Computing to the Classroom with Microsoft Certified Trainers Program

With Connectix Virtual PC, Microsoft Certified Trainers can reduce set-up time and enhance instruction to support multiple operating systems on each PC.

SAN MATEO, Calif. - February 18, 2002 - Connectix^®, a leading provider of cross-platform compatibility software, today announced the Connectix Microsoft^® Certified Trainer Program, bringing virtual computing capabilities to the classroom and providing special offers to over 23,000 MCTs worldwide. Designed to provide MCTs with easy access to information on the Virtual PC solution, the Connectix MCT Program links MCTs with the Connectix user community and provides exclusive discounts on Virtual PC for Windows. To launch the program, Connectix is providing a FREE copy of Virtual PC™ for Windows^® to the first 1000 Microsoft Certified Trainers to register via the Connectix MCT web site.

Increased Classroom Capabilities Means Better Instruction
Connectix Virtual PC for Windows is a powerful cross-platform compatibility solution that enables a single PC to run multiple PC-based operating systems simultaneously - eliminating hours of set-up time and improving instruction capabilities for educators and professional trainers worldwide.

The key benefits of Connectix Virtual PC for MCTs and their students include:

Reduce set-up time by testing applications and curriculums in multiple operating systems without dual booting or re-booting. Switch instantly to alternate OSes or configurations, thereby eliminating lengthy set-up changes between classes.
Improve instruction quality and reduce costs by training students on any operating system - including Windows, Linux, Netware, OS/2 or PC-DOS - without having to buy additional machines. Entire networks including servers and clients can be configured on one PC
Crash-proof your PCs by using the Virtual PC "undoable drive" feature that reverts to a system's original or "last saved state" with the click of a button.

MCTs Can Save Time and Money with Virtual PC for Windows

"We are pleased that Connectix is offering this program to the MCT community," said Janet Sheperdigian, MCT Program Manager, Microsoft Corp. "The Connectix MCT program provides a high quality product and a host of valuable benefits to MCTs at a savings."

"We recognize how important the MCT community is in educating thousands of industry professionals across the globe," said Mitchell Cipriano, Vice President of Product Management at Connectix. "We partnered with Microsoft to extend the latest Virtual PC solutions to MCTs via this exclusive web portal and partner program. Now it is easier than ever for MCTs to save time and money using our virtualization technology to test application scenarios, train students, and crash-proof their lab's PCs."

FREE copy of Virtual PC for Windows to first 1,000 MCTs to register

In addition to offering a free copy of Virtual PC to the first 1,000 registered, all registered MCTs will receive a $20 discount off the regular price of $199 for Virtual PC, which they can purchase directly from Connectix eStore. MCTs can gain access to the Connectix MCT Program Portal by visiting the official Microsoft Certified Trainers at http://www.microsoft.com/traincert/mcp/mct/

Connectix Corporation
Founded in 1988 and based in San Mateo, California, Connectix is the leader in high-performance cross-platform and compatibility software. The company develops innovative, award-winning software products designed to increase productivity by allowing department and enterprise users to cross the boundaries of today's computing environments.

For more information on Virtual PC for OS/2, and other InnoTek products, please visit their web site at http://innotek.de/. For more information on Virtual PC for Windows and other Connectix products, please visit their web site at http://www.connectix.com/.

Connectix, the Connectix logo, and Connectix Virtual PC are trademarks of Connectix Corp. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

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