Opera signs first Linux desktop distribution deal

SuSE to Distribute Opera:
Opera signs first Linux desktop distribution deal

OSLO, Norway -- July 3, 2002 -- Opera Software ASA today announced that
SuSE will distribute the popular Opera for Linux Web browser in their Linux
distribution. The deal is Opera's first major Linux distribution agreement.

Opera's Linux version has proved immensely popular, with over one million
copies downloaded and installed by users from all around the world.

"Being included in Linux distributions opens new doors for Opera," says
Dean Kakridas, VP desktop products, Opera Software ASA. "Distribution from
the operating system itself will put our browser readily available for
everyone, exposing thousands of users to a unique Internet experience."

Opera is available in SuSE Linux 8.0.

About Opera Software

Opera Software ASA is an industry leader in the development of Web browsers
for the desktop and embedded markets, partnering with companies such as
IBM, AMD, Symbian, Canal+ Technologies, Ericsson, Sharp and Lineo. The
Opera browser has received international recognition from end users and the
industry press for being faster, smaller and more standards-compliant than
other browsers. Opera is available on Windows, Mac, Linux/ Solaris, Symbian
OS and QNX. Opera Software ASA is a privately held company headquartered in
Oslo, Norway. Learn more about Opera at www.opera.com.

Contacts

Opera Software ASA
Pål A. Hvistendahl
Communications Director
Tel: +47 99 72 43 31
US Toll-free: 1-888-624-4846 (Press only)
E-mail: pal@opera.com

Live Leer
PR Manager Europe
Tel: +47 40 40 14 77
E-mail: press@opera.com