Hummingbird Announces NFSv4 Server Solution for Windows-Based Storage Systems

Hummingbird Ltd. (NASDAQ: HUMC, TSX: HUM), a leading global provider of integrated enterprise content management (ECM) and network connectivity solutions, today announced the availability of Hummingbird NFS Maestro Server(TM) 2006 Enterprise Edition - the most advanced PC NFS server available on the market.

As the global demand for enterprise-class data storage solutions increases, so too does the need for a secure and high-performance connectivity solution that provides Microsoft(R) Windows and UNIX(R) user access to business critical data. Windows-powered Network-Attached Storage and advanced enterprise Network File System (NFS) users need a superior NFS server that is designed for the newest Windows Server operating systems and that supports the latest NFS protocol. A new member of the NFS Maestro product line-up, Hummingbird NFS Maestro Server 2006 Enterprise Edition offers proven NFS functionalities and works seamlessly, efficiently and reliably with Windows Server operating systems in business critical environments.

Windows Server 2003 Certification

Tested by VeriTest - a testing service of Lionbridge Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: LIOX), Hummingbird NFS Maestro Server 2006 Enterprise Edition has been certified for Windows Server 2003. "In order to experience the lowest total cost of ownership and highest degree of reliability, it is critical for IT decision makers to choose Windows certified applications when building their enterprise solutions," says Steve Nemzer, VP, IT Global Development and Test Solutions at Lionbridge. "Windows certification provides independent, trusted proof that Hummingbird NFS Maestro Server 2006 Enterprise Edition meets Microsoft's rigorous standards."

Support for NFSv4

NFSv4 builds upon the momentum from the success of NFSv2 and v3 to deliver improved accessibility, greater performance on the Internet, and stronger security. NFS Maestro Server 2006 Enterprise Edition is the only NFS Server on the market that supports the new NFSv4 protocol, including support for the GSSAPI framework.

"With close to 20 years of experience and the most complete PC NFS product offering on the market, the release of Hummingbird NFS Maestro Server 2006 Enterprise Edition solidifies our strategy to offer organizations the most advanced solution for mission-critical storage," said Xavier Chaillot, Director of Product Management and Product Marketing, Hummingbird Connectivity. "As the only NFS Server certified for Windows Server 2003 to offer support for the new NFSv4 protocol, Hummingbird NFS Maestro Server 2006 Enterprise Edition offers high functional value at a fraction of the overall storage infrastructure cost and guarantees high return on investment."

Availability: NFS Maestro Server(TM) 2006 Enterprise Edition is immediately available. For more information please visit: connectivity.hummingbird.com.

About Hummingbird Connectivity(TM)

Hummingbird Connectivity is a comprehensive set of core network technologies that enables the enterprise to connect to any type of legacy system. Hummingbird Connectivity seamlessly delivers enterprise mission critical data to the user desktop. Based on robust and recognized standards, every Hummingbird Connectivity product is designed to bridge the gap between legacy systems and enterprise users by delivering the quickest, easiest, and most secure single point of access to Unix systems, Mainframes and AS/400s.

About Hummingbird

Hummingbird Ltd. (NASDAQ: HUMC, TSX: HUM) is a leading global provider of enterprise software solutions. The Company's enterprise software solutions fall into two principal categories: enterprise content management (ECM) solutions, and network connectivity solutions. Hummingbird's ECM solutions enable organizations to manage the lifecycle of enterprise content from creation to disposition, thereby enabling organizations to address critical business needs, such as information management, business continuity, compliance and risk mitigation. The network connectivity solutions provide a comprehensive set of core network technologies that enables the enterprise to connect to any type of legacy system.

Founded in 1984, Hummingbird employs over 1,400 people and serves more than 33,000 customers, including 90% of Fortune 100. Hummingbird solutions are sold directly from 40 offices worldwide and through an Alliance Network of partners and resellers. For more information, visit http://www.hummingbird.com.

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For further information: Dan Coombes, Director, Investor Relations, Hummingbird Ltd., Tel: (416) 496-2200 ext. 6359, dan.coombes@hummingbird.com; Michele Stevenson, Senior Manager, Corporate Communications, Hummingbird Ltd., Tel: (416) 496-2200 ext. 2623, michele.stevenson@hummingbird.com; To request a free copy of this organization's annual report, please go to http://www.newswire.ca and click on Tools for Investors.

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