Attention Compaq Computer Corporation Shareholders: Class Counsel Intend to Expand Class Period Announced by the Law Firm of Schiffrin & Barroway, LLP.

BALA CYNWYD, Pa.--(BUSIENSS WIRE)--April 14, 1999--

The following statement was issued today by the Law Firm of Schiffrin & Barroway, LLP:

Class counsel in the securities class action litigation against Compaq Computer Corporation (NYSE: CPQ) intend to extend the class period in an amended complaint. The extended class period will be January 27, 1999 through April 9, 1999.

If you are a member of the class described above, you may, not later than May 11, 1999, move the Court to serve as lead plaintiff of the class, if you so choose. In order to serve as lead plaintiff, however, you must meet certain legal requirements.

If you wish to discuss this action or have any questions concerning this notice or your rights or interests with respect to these matters, please contact Schiffrin & Barroway, LLP (Andrew L. Barroway, Esq.) toll free at 888/299-7706 or 610/667-7706, or via e-mail at [e-mail]. For more information on Schiffrin & Barroway, please visit our website at www.scbclasslaw.com.