Microsoft Closes Window on 50 Million 98 & ME Users; Xandros Opens Door With Easy-to-Use Windows Alternative

with Versora Progression Desktop, a Windows user can easily transfer their files, settings and digital personality to their new Xandros environment in a few simple clicks. Users can install Xandros Desktop Home Edition on existing hardware and enjoy transparent Windows compatibility, including the ability to work on the same files from Linux and Windows. Premium users have the choice of using popular Windows software products, such as Microsoft Office, or popular open source software products, such as OpenOffice.org.

Special Windows 98/98SE/ME Upgrade Offer

Xandros is offering a special upgrade promotion for Windows 98 & ME users. From now through August 31, 2006, qualified users who upgrade to Xandros Desktop - Home Edition or Home Edition - Premium will receive a 50% rebate. Users can take advantage of this offer by purchasing these products at any retailer that offers Xandros, including CompUSA, Circuit City, TigerDirect, Fry's, and Buy.com and then visit http://www.xandros.com/ to redeem their rebate.

For further details, please visit www.xandros.com.

About Xandros

Founded in 2001 with headquarters in New York, offices in Frankfurt and Mumbai, and research and development facilities in Ottawa, Xandros, Inc. is the leading provider of easy-to-use Linux alternatives to Windows. Its Debian-based products range from standalone consumer desktops to end-to-end enterprise desktop, server, and management solutions featuring workflow automation and centralized, remote administration. Xandros pioneered low cost, graphical operating systems that leverage existing skill sets and provide seamless compatibility with Microsoft Windows programs and networks. For more information, please visit www.xandros.com.

Xandros® is a registered trademark of Xandros, Inc. All other trademarks and/or registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Xandros Customer service or sales please call: 212-213-8083.

Media contact:

Xenia von Wedel Terpin Communications Group 415-595-2030 Email Contact

SOURCE:  Xandros, Inc.

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