Extended Systems Ships Advantage TDataSet Descendant Client for Kylix

Delphi developers can port applications to Linux without rewriting database
code

 

BOISE, Idaho-(March 27, 2002)-Extended Systems (Nasdaq: XTND), a leading
provider of mobile data management and wireless connectivity solutions,
announced today that its Advantage Database Server TDataSet Descendant client
for Kylix (Delphi for Linux) is now shipping.  Kylix support allows Delphi
developers to port existing Advantage TDataSet Descendant applications to the
Linux operating system without rewriting any of their database access code.
This feature enables developers to expand into Web services applications while
capitalizing on the performance, scalability and zero-administration
technology offered with Advantage Database Server.

 

The new Advantage Kylix components will provide database access without the
use of Borland's dbExpress just as the Advantage Windows components currently
provide database access without the use of the Borland Database Engine (BDE).

 

"Extended Systems continues to provide developers with a feature-rich,
high-performance relational database server that can easily be distributed on
a variety of platforms at a low cost of ownership," said Don Baumgartner,
vice president of worldwide marketing at Extended Systems.

 

Pricing and Availability
The Advantage TDataSet Descendant for Delphi/C++Builder/Kylix is provided as
a free add-on to Advantage Database Server.  Advantage Database Server ranges
in price from $249.00 for a two-user license to $7,495 for an unlimited-user
license.

 

About Advantage Database Server
Advantage Database Server is a high-performance client/server RDBMS for
stand-alone, networked, Internet and mobile database applications.  Advantage
Database Server allows developers the flexibility of combing powerful SQL
statements and relational data access methods with the performance and
control of navigational commands.  With optimized data access methodology for
easily delivering unparalleled performance, Advantage provides security,
stability and data integrity while being completely maintenance-free.
Advantage applications can be developed using a wide variety of languages
including Borland Delphi, Borland Kylix, Microsoft Visual Basic, Microsoft
Visual C++, Borland C++Builder, CA-Visual Objects, and many other languages
including those that can use ODBC, ADO, ADO.NET and OLE DB. Advantage
Database Server supports NetWare, Linux, Windows NT/2000/XP and Windows
95/98/ME operating systems.

 

Please call (800) 235-7576, ext. 5030 for further information or go to
www.AdvantageDatabase.com.

 
About Extended Systems
Extended Systems is a global leader in providing mobile infrastructure
software that extends enterprise applications to mobile and wireless
environments. The company's products include data synchronization and
management software, short-range wireless connectivity products (Bluetooth
and IrDA-compliant), and client/server database management systems with
remote access capabilities. Extended Systems' customers and key relationships
include Palm, 3Com, IBM, Microsoft, Compaq, Handspring, Motorola, Nokia,
Ericsson, Hewlett-Packard, Sharp, NEC, and Toshiba. 

 

Founded in 1984, Extended Systems has offices and subsidiaries in the United
States and worldwide. For more information, visit the company Web site at
www.extendedsystems.com.

 

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Extended Systems:

This press release contains forward looking statements, including statements
regarding the Advantage Database Server TdataSet Descendant client's ability
to enable Delphi developers to take advantage of the low cost and open
architecture of the Linux operating system. These statements are subject to
risks and uncertainties. These risks and uncertainties include the success of
key business relationships, the acceptance of specific industry-wide
standards and protocols, the timely development and acceptance of new
products and technologies, the risks associated with development of new
products and product enhancements, the impact of competitive products and
pricing, the risks associated with acquisitions, and other risks as detailed
from time-to-time in Extended Systems' SEC filings, including its 2001 Annual
Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q to be filed in fiscal
2002.