Ubuntu Makes Opera 9 available for easy download and installation

London, UK and Oslo, Norway -  July 6, 2006 - 

After the launch of Ubuntu 6.06 LTS, Canonical is pleased to announce the
availability of Opera 9 for Ubuntu. With just a few clicks of the mouse, all
Ubuntu users can download and install the latest version of the Opera
browser, which was released to critical acclaim on June 20.

With its innovative technology and ease of use, Opera is a perfect match for
Ubuntu. The two organizations have similar beliefs and values that are woven
into their products.

"Opera 9 provides the most advanced browsing experience on Linux today," said
Håkon Wium Lie, CTO, Opera Software and long-time Ubuntu user. "We've had a
Linux browser for a long time, but Opera 9 includes new optimizations
specifically for the platform. I think Ubuntu users will like how easy it is
to install Opera. It gives me yet another reason to love Ubuntu."

"As a part of our programme to deliver a choice of the very best applications
available, we have worked closely with the Opera team, and are able to make
the very latest version immediately," said Malcolm Yates,
Partner and ISV Manager at Canonical Ltd. "With a few easy clicks from the
Ubuntu desktop, all Ubuntu 6.06 LTS users can install Opera 9."

By using the Ubuntu Add / Remove Programs feature, users can choose to
install a wide variety of applications. This announcement continues the drive
to ensure Ubuntu gives real choice and real flexibility as well as an easy to
use interface that everyone can use.

Ubuntu users can learn more about what the Opera browser can do at
http://www.opera.com/features

About Ubuntu

Since its launch in October 2004, Ubuntu has become one of the most highly
regarded Linux distributions, with millions distributed and in use around the
world. Ubuntu will always be free, and will not have restrictive licenses
associated with it. With these goals in mind at all times, Ubuntu aims at
being the most widely used of all Linux systems, and is the centre of a
global open source software ecosystem. Read more about Ubuntu at
http://www.ubuntu.com. The latest version can be downloaded at
http://www.ubuntu.com/download 

About Canonical Ltd.

Canonical Ltd. is committed to the development, distribution and promotion of
open source software products, and to providing tools and support to the open
source community. With a global organization headquartered in Europe,
Canonical has employees throughout Europe, North America, South
America, Africa and Australia.

About Opera Software ASA

Opera Software ASA has redefined Web browsing for PCs, mobile phones and
other networked devices. Opera's cross- platform Web browser technology is
renowned for its small size, performance and standards-compliance, while
giving users a faster, safer and more dynamic online experience. Opera
Software is headquartered in Oslo, Norway, with offices around the world. The
company is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol OPERA.
Learn more about Opera at http://www.opera.com.

Contact:

Malcolm Yates
Canonical ISV manager		
Office: +44 20 7052 9842
E-mail: mdy@canonical.com		

Thomas Ford
Opera PR Manager, Desktop
Office: +47 2416 4205
E-mail: thomas.ford@opera.com