Dallas, TX — (press release) — Coollogic Inc. today announced today it will license its Java-based, embedded Linux operating system to Acer for its family of Internet Appliance (IA) products.

Acer America's current Internet Appliance strategy to build devices for OEM customers in North America relies on partnerships with companies such as Coollogic, to meet the goal of providing “universal access” to information and entertainment content. Products are expected to hit the market in late Q2 or early Q3, 2000.

Max Wu, president of Acer America Corp, said “because of Coollogic's expertise in Java-based applications and embedded Linux operating systems, Coollinux is specifically designed for IA products and is an end-to-end software solution, both of which benefit our prospective customers.”

Edward Ghafari, senior vice president of marketing for Coollogic, said “our strategic relationship with Acer will provide the users of IAs with a useful tool for accessing the Internet and e-mail, and securely conducting e-commerce. Our software technology is specifically developed for Information Appliances, and Acer is a respected technology leader providing visually attractive and highly competitive designs.”

About Coollinux

Coollinux operates in a small memory footprint and utilizes Java-based technologies. The software will give consumers of Acer devices a consistent look and feel across current and future lines of wireless, set-top-box, smart phone, home gateway, handheld, and other Internet-enabled devices.

The Coollinux solution is customized for Acer, allowing for secure e-commerce and e-marketing activities. The software supports multiple languages including Chinese, Japanese and other Asian languages, enabling Acer to move quickly into the global IA market.

About Coollogic

Coollogic Inc. is a leading developer of Linux/Java-based Internet appliance software. The Coollinux embedded software solutions offer Original Equipment Manufacturers powerful and highly flexible operating systems and applications, which enable them to provide their customers with simple and affordable Internet access devices in the post-PC era. Coollogic also offers Vertical Market Integrators and Service Providers turnkey packages including powerful software, reliable hardware and services. The company was founded in April 1997 in Dallas, Texas.

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