AlphaNet Solutions Chooses WatchGuard for MSS for New Managed Security Service.

Business Editors

SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 18, 2000

WatchGuard(R) Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq:WGRD), a leader in Internet security solutions, announced today that New Jersey-based AlphaNet Solutions, Inc., (Nasdaq:ALPH) has chosen the WatchGuard for MSS system to offer a new managed security service to customers in the Northeast US region. Using WatchGuard for MSS, AlphaNet will offer a managed firewall and managed Virtual Private Network (VPN) service to customers through its Enterprise Network Management Division. The Security Consulting Services group, an integral part of the network division, consists of leading edge systems security professionals who deliver premium security system strategies and solutions for its customers. These strategies include firewalls, VPNs, authentication services, security policy development and review, security assessments and security audits.

"Increasingly, we are assuming the responsibilities for our clients' network security and we are confident that the WatchGuard for MSS platform provides the best foundation for our new managed security service," said Donald Deieso, President & CEO of AlphaNet Solutions, Inc. "WatchGuard is a leader in Internet security and we are excited to be offering a new service based on their award-winning firewall and VPN technology."

"It is important for companies to have the flexibility of subscribing to a managed security service through a local service provider, such as AlphaNet Solutions," said Christopher Slatt, chairman and CEO of WatchGuard Technologies. "We are pleased that customers in the Northeast can now subscribe to a WatchGuard-based service through AlphaNet and we welcome them to our family of managed security providers."

WatchGuard for MSS was first introduced in September 1998 and has quickly become a managed security platform of choice for leading service providers around the world. AlphaNet joins an impressive list of other WatchGuard service providers, including Fastnet, GTE Internetworking, Internet Initiative Japan (IIJ), Internet Security Systems (ISS), InterPath, NEXTCOM K.K. in Japan, PSINet, Sunrise Communications AG in Switzerland, Venture Technologies, Verio and Virtual Media Technologies.

Why Choose a Managed Security Service?

Managed security services are designed for businesses that need security but may not have the time, internal resources or expertise to effectively protect networked systems and data. It enables customers to put their security in the hands of trusted experts who conduct 24x7 security monitoring and management of their networks from a technically advanced Network Operations Center. Managed security services also ensure customers critical peace of mind as experts not only watch over their network but use leading-edge technology to continually respond and manage the wide and increasing range of security threats and vulnerabilities.

About LiveSecurity for MSS

LiveSecurity for MSS(TM) is an innovative platform for managed security that enables service providers to quickly, easily and economically configure, monitor, and update the Internet security of thousands of managed customers from their Network Operations Centers. LiveSecurity for MSS includes: The LiveSecurity Broadcast Service for direct access to WatchGuard's team of security experts, NOC-based Security Management Software for centralized security policy management, The WatchGuard Security Suite for delivering Firewall, VPN and Web Access Control services and WatchGuard Firebox security appliances for securing each subscriber's Internet connection.

Pricing and Availability

For pricing and other information, please contact AlphaNet at 1-800-ALPHANET or http://www.alphanetsolutions.com/. For more information on WatchGuard for MSS, please visit www.watchguard.com/products/mss.html.

About AlphaNet Solutions, Inc.

AlphaNet Solutions, Inc. is a publicly-traded IT services firm founded in 1984. The company offers a range of professional services intended to support network design, operation, management, and security. Through its Enterprise Network Management Division, AlphaNet offers its clients remote network management, remote call center support, emergency response, and data storage and security services on a 24/7 basis.

About WatchGuard Technologies, Inc.

Founded in 1996, WatchGuard(R) Technologies is a leading provider of dynamic, comprehensive Internet security solutions designed to protect organizations that use the Internet for electronic commerce and communications. In October 1999, WatchGuard acquired BeadleNet(TM) L.L.C and established its Broadband Internet Security Division, dedicated to building Internet security solutions that protect small businesses against the inherent security vulnerabilities and privacy concerns of "always on" Internet connections (DSL and cable modems). WatchGuard's innovative subscription-based LiveSecurity(TM) service enables organizations to keep their security systems current with minimal effort by sending important security updates and information as new threats are discovered by the WatchGuard Rapid Response Team. Businesses can manage their own Internet security using the WatchGuard LiveSecurity System or outsource their security management to an ISP using LiveSecurity for MSS. For more information, call 206/521-8340 or visit WatchGuard at www.watchguard.com.

Certain statements in this press release are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. Forward-looking statements are based on the opinions and estimates of management at the time the statements are made and are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated in the forward-looking statements. Factors that could affect WatchGuard's actual results include, but are not limited to, the "Risk Factors" described in our Securities and Exchange Commission filings, including the Prospectus related to our initial public offering dated July 30, 1999. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance upon these forward-looking statements that speak only as to the date of this release.

WatchGuard(R) is either a trademark or registered trademark of WatchGuard Technologies, Inc. in the United States and other countries. Firebox and LiveSecurity are trademarks of WatchGuard Technologies, Inc.