ADVISORY/Identix/ANADAC To Debut BioLogon To The Federal Government At FOSE April 18-20, Washington DC; IT Security Through Biometrics Enables One Password For Life.

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FOSE 2000

ADVISORY ... for April 18-20

SUNNYVALE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 17, 2000

Identix Incorporated (AMEX:IDX) Monday announced that ANADAC, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Identix, will show BioLogon, Identix's award-winning network security solution at FOSE April 18-20, 2000 at the Washington, DC Convention Center in booth GS-18 located in the GSA Partner Pavilion.

ANADAC, which now has the ability to distribute BioLogon products to the federal government via its General Service Administration (GSA) Federal Supply Schedule, will be demonstrating all of the applications within the BioLogon suite of network security software and hardware including:

-- BioLogon(TM) 2.0 -- The suite of biometric security software

for Windows 95/98/2000/NT strengthens network security and reduces

password administration costs with the touch of a finger. BioLogon

2.0 provides the highest level of user authentication with

flexibility and choice in configuring users' access to an

enterprise network, Intranet, Internet and their features and

applications.

-- BioCard(TM) -- For smart card integration and multi-factor

security, BioCard software enables portability while maintaining

security combining the smart card with the biometric.

-- The Security Pack software for BioLogon --

-- BioSafe(TM) -- For protecting files with your fingerprint,

encrypts and decrypts files at the desktop or network server. A

cyber safe, which stores encrypted files or folders of

information, BioSafe unlocks with designated finger

authentication. Once unlocked, secured information is accessible

to the authenticated user or group.

-- BioShield(TM) -- For protecting and locking applications and

files on the desktop.

Accompanying Identix's core biometric software, ANADAC will showcase the myriad peripheral products into which Identix fingerprint sensors are currently embedded such as:

-- Key Tronic Secure Line

-- Secure Desktop Reader -- a compact stand-alone fingerprint

authentication unit attaching to PCs and desktop terminals for

fingerprint authentication.

-- Secure Scanner Biometric Keyboard -- features a conveniently

located integrated finger scanner for secure computer access.

-- Secure Scanner Biometric/Smart Card Keyboard -- features smart

card readers and finger scanners in a single device for

multi-factor authentication.

-- Cherry Fingerprint Biometric SmartCard Keyboard -- provides

convenient logon and authentication without the need for passwords

and includes a smart card reader and finger scanner for

multi-factor authentication.

-- SCM Microsystems MT Digit -- a compact, stand-alone fingerprint

authentication unit, which is a fast, accurate, affordable

fingerprint reader offering a secure alternative to the password

for PC system access.

In addition to offering biometric hardware and software products through its GSA FSS schedule, ANADAC offers its systems integration services bringing a turnkey solution for mission critical applications to government agencies. Through its three core competencies in Information Technology, Defense Sciences, and Facilities Services, ANADAC offers its worldwide customer base a broad range of capabilities ensuring successful project implementation.

About FOSE

FOSE (Federal Office Systems Exposition) is the largest information technology exposition serving the government marketplace. FOSE features the newest and most exciting integrated IT products and services, as well as comprehensive educational opportunities on the latest IT trends. Over 400 IT companies exhibit at FOSE each year, in over 180,000 square feet of exhibit space. FOSE is focused on the government, the largest buyer of information technology in the world. FOSE draws high-level attendees from the military, civilian, state and local agencies with serious buying plans.

When: April 18-20, 2000

Where: Washington DC Convention Center

Exhibit Hours: 10:00 a.m. -- 4:00 p.m. Daily

About ANADAC

ANADAC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Identix, with headquarters in Arlington, Va., http://www.anadac.com, provides information technology, engineering and facilities consulting services to private and public sector clients. As a total solutions provider, ANADAC is able to address the full technology and programmatic lifecycle through a combination of significant technical and complex program management capabilities and extensive government domain knowledge. The company possesses a wide range of specialized skills needed for today's critical requirements, including complex program management, technology consulting, architecture design, network engineering, applications development, systems integration, and deployment and operational support. ANADAC also possesses a unique set of systems integration and installation capabilities in biometrics and IT security.

About Identix

Identix, www.Identix.com, is a leader in designing, developing, manufacturing and marketing products for the capture and/or comparison of fingerprints for security, anti-fraud, law enforcement, physical access and other applications.

Identix designs and develops proprietary, cost-effective security products and solutions for personal identification and verification. Identix provides a wide range of applications to markets that include corporate enterprise security, Intranet, extranet and Internet access and security, E-commerce, government and law enforcement agencies. Identix's partners include Motorola (NYSE:MOT), Compaq (NYSE:CPQ), Key Tronic (Nasdaq:KTCC), SCM Micro (Nasdaq:SCMM), Cherry GmbH and Unisys (NYSE:UIS).

Identix, BioLogon, BioTouch, BioCard, BioSafe and DFR 300 are trademarks, registered trademarks or service marks of Identix in the United States or other countries. Other companies or product names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

The statements in this release that relate to future plans, events or performance are forward-looking statements that reflect Identix management's current expectations, assumptions and estimates of future performance and economic conditions. Such statements are made in reliance on the safe harbor provisions of the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. The company cautions investors that any forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in such forward-looking statements. Risks and uncertainties include, without limitation, those associated with: development of the marketplace for biometric solutions; general economic conditions in the markets where the company and ANADAC operate; orders from and contracts with government entities; demand of federal government agencies for ANADAC products and services; availability of government funds; the ability of ANADAC's partnerships and alliances to succeed; and other risks as identified in the company's SEC filings. The company disclaims any intention or obligation to publicly update these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that occur after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.