Mandrake Linux 9.0 Packs are available

Mandrake Linux 9.0 Packs Now Available 2002-11-07

Altadena, CA; Paris, France; November 7th -- MandrakeSoft, a leading Linux
system provider, today announced the availability of boxed versions of
Mandrake Linux 9.0 -- the latest evolution of its popular operating system
designed for both home and professional computing. Customers are provided
with three packaged versions from which to choose: the Mandrake Linux
PowerPack and Standard editions are designed for individual users, and the
ProSuite Edition is created for small and medium-sized enterprises. Mandrake
Linux 9.0 packs are available through a number of retail outlets worldwide
and online from http://www.mandrakestore.com/

Already known as the premier Linux system for the desktop due to its high
level of usability and user-friendliness, Mandrake Linux has significantly
developed its server benefits over the past two years to now offer the most
versatile Linux system available on the market. With version 9.0, individuals
receive the best set of desktop features, while corporate users benefit from
the most powerful server utilities.

"We are pleased to provide customers with an extremely adaptable operating
system to fulfill the widest variety of computing requirements. Unlike
proprietary systems, Mandrake Linux comes fully equipped with a complete line
of productivity applications." said Jacques Le Marois, CEO of MandrakeSoft.

* Unparalleled system configuration, maintenance and protection

Mandrake Linux 9.0 confirms MandrakeSoft's leadership in the Linux field with
a streamlined, highly intuitive Linux system for all.
This important achievement is realized by focusing on "ease-of-use" which
directly translates into faster results for day-to-day tasks, and also by
offering an impressive set of security options. The Mandrake Control Center
provides a convenient location for accessing all of the essential hardware
and system configuration utilities. For desktop usage, 9.0 is extremely easy
to customize and keep up-to-date. For server usage, 9.0 provides an extensive
selection of graphical wizards for quickly and easily setting up the most
popular services, including the Apache web server, Postfix email server,
Shorewall firewall utility, and many others.

The Mandrake Linux 9.0 graphical user interfaces are dynamic: a corresponding
menu entry or desktop icon is automatically added whenever new software is
installed or when a new device is plugged in; thereby allowing ordinary users
to get the most out of their systems. MandrakeSoft's famous "ease-of-use"
approach sets a new standard with the redesign of several Mandrake utilities,
including URPMI, the automated software management utility -- installing and
removing applications has never been easier and faster, either with the
command line or with a mouse. Plus, the software manager now offers an
unrivaled "parallel mode" which can securely and remotely update a large
number of servers at once, thereby greatly easing system administration tasks.

Mandrake Linux 9.0 further empowers users by supporting the latest hardware
protocols, such as USB 2 devices.

A modern intuitive operating system should be well protected to threats.
Mandrake Linux 9.0 ships with a comprehensive set of security options,
including security levels, intrusion detection tools, encrypted filesystems,
encrypted communications, and much more. Users, for instance, have the
ability to send and receive encrypted email with Mozilla, Kmail and Evolution.

* Providing true choice

Diversity is a strength of Free Software, which is why MandrakeSoft provides
both KDE 3 and GNOME 2. These two popular Linux graphical environments are
fully integrated with the highest level of quality and without unecessary
modifications.
Respecting the wide variety of personalities and work styles, Mandrake Linux
doesn't impose restrictions; as a result, users have true choice in deciding
which software best fits their needs.

* Ready for enterprise-class applications

On September 25th, 2002, the Mandrake Linux ProSuite Edition 9.0 became
certified by the Linux Standard Base (LSB 1.2). This important standard,
adopted by an increasing number of major software publishers, ensures that
Mandrake Linux will be compatible with a greater number of leading
enterprise-class applications such as databases, CRM, accounting utilities,
and many others. Users of other Mandrake 9.0 products can select LSB
compatibility as an option during the installation.

Mandrake Linux 9.0 is available in three distinct packages.

* The scalable business solution

Featuring today's best server tools plus a workstation DVD, the Mandrake
Linux Prosuite Edition 9.0 (SRP: $199 USD, VAT included) is the ideal
all-in-one solution for small and medium-sized businesses who require a
highly dependable, secure, and scalable enterprise network. Proven server
applications, such as the Apache Advanced Extranet Server (the fastest
growing server on the Internet), ensure the highest results. Advanced
utilities such as RFBDrake (remote desktop control) and URPMI (automated
software management) makes system administration and service configuration a
snap.
The 9.0 Prosuite Edition not only fulfills the most demanding server
requirements, but also includes a workstation DVD packed with the most recent
and full-featured office applications such as Sun's StarOffice 6.0 and an
evaluation version of IBM's DB2, a leading relational database. The ProSuite
Edition includes 5 telephone support incidents valid for 60 days, 90 days of
complimentary web-based support, and a free unlimited MandrakeOnline
subscription for automated security and software update notifications.

* Two packages for personal computing

Individual users have the choice of two packages:

The Mandrake Linux PowerPack Edition 9.0 (SRP: $69 USD, VAT included) is a
versatile solution for the most demanding desktop users.
The PowerPack provides everything needed for the widest variety of computing
tasks, including office productivity, Internet activities, server tasks,
multimedia, software and web development, plus much more. The PowerPack
features the premier Linux office suite Staroffice 6.0, and includes 60 days
of web-based support plus free access to MandrakeOnline.

The Mandrake Linux Standard Edition 9.0 (SRP: $30 USD, VAT included) allows
users to take advantage of MandrakeSoft's best innovations at one low price.
The Standard Edition includes many of the best Open Source applications plus
30 days of web-based support.

Additional information about Mandrake Linux 9.0 is available at
http://www.mandrakesoft.com/products/90

MandrakeSoft provides businesses with a range of enterprise services. To
learn more, please see:
http://www.mandrakesoft.com/businesses/

Orders for Mandrake Linux 9.0 packs are currently being taken at
MandrakeStore:
http://www.mandrakestore.com/

About MandrakeSoft

MandrakeSoft provides a trusted interface between users of information
technology and Open Source developers. The company offers its enterprise,
government and educational customers a complete range of GNU/Linux and
OpenSource software and related services, plus user-friendly and highly
competitive information technologies. Additionally, MandrakeSoft offers
technologists committed to Open Source software and courseware a trusted
channel to offer their services.

MandrakeSoft has technologists in over 20 countries, and is traded on Paris
Euronext Marche Libre (Euroclear code: 4477.PA; Reuters code: MAKE.PA) and
the US OTC market (stock symbol MDKFF). "Born on the Internet" in late 1998,
MandrakeSoft has established headquarters in the U.S.A., Montreal and France.
Please visit the website: http://www.mandrakesoft.com for more information.