Turbolinux Signs Exclusive Agreement with SpecOps Labs to Distribute DAVID Software

Turbolinux (OSAKA: 3777), a global provider of Linux solutions, today announced that Turbolinux has signed an exclusive distribution agreement with SpecOps Labs, Inc., headquartered in the Philippines, to distribute DAVID(TM) software, a middleware that enables desktop machines operating on the Linux OS to run Windows(TM) applications.

DAVID uses a Windows application-capable common module (the David engine) to operate with different plug-in modules (David enabler) for every application. A file manager allows the user to easily install and use Windows-based applications on the Turbolinux operating system, including multimedia system software and popular applications such as Microsoft Office, Internet Explorer, and Lotus Notes. Japanese input method and printing are also available. In addition, Turbolinux is planning to preinstall the software on its next desktop product to make the capability seamless.

"By allowing Windows applications to co-exist on a Linux system without any incongruity, the usage of Linux becomes easier," said Koichi Yano, president and COO of Turbolinux, Inc. "We expect that the adoption of Linux will be accelerated in both business and consumer markets with the introduction of this capability."

About SpecOps Labs, Inc.

SpecOps Labs (Special Operating System Laboratories), Philippines, is a privately-held Philippine corporation, chartered in June 2002. SpecOps Labs is a subsidiary of InterTel, a former marketing arm of MCI WorldCom for Philippine voice services. The company is a software laboratory specializing in the research and development of next generation Operating System (OS) platforms. SpecOps is developing the DAVID software to allow MS Windows applications to run on Linux OS.

About Turbolinux, Inc.

Turbolinux (#3777, Osaka Exchange) develops and sells the leading Linux OS for distribution in Asia-Pacific. The operating system is optimized to run on a wide range of hardware platforms, including Intel-based servers and IBM mainframes. Turbolinux, with headquarters in Japan, plays a major role in developing Linux systems for the Japanese market, including Japanese and Chinese language "double-byte" text support. More than half of Turbolinux's staff is dedicated to Linux engineering development and support, providing expert support and custom application development services that go beyond Japanese localization issues. Turbolinux works extensively with standards bodies and partners to ensure certification and software compatibility in all business environments. For more information, visit www.turbolinux.com.

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