Aviva Solutions Announces Newest Version of Aviva for Java 3.00 Web-to-Host, Thin Client Programming Tool supporting 3270, 5250 and VT based e-Business Integration.

Business/Technology Editors

MONTREAL--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 16, 2000

Flexible e-business platform allows companies to create easy-to-use

and deploy Web-to-Host or Wireless-to-Host e-business solutions.

Aviva Solutions, a division of Eicon Technology Corporation (TSE:EIC), announces the worldwide availability of Aviva for Java 3.00, providing complete support for multi-host 3270, 5250 and VT host environments.

Aviva for Java 3.00 maintains its unique SSL security options and extended capabilities for servlet-based host integration, making it an extremely secure and flexible solution for extending enterprise data to e-business applications and remote users. Further reinforcing the flexibility, power and 'thinness' of the product, as an applet, Aviva for Java is one of the first Web-to-host e-business enablers to implement componentization. Essentially, only those software components required to access specific host environments are downloaded to users' workstations. Users experience faster download times, decreased downtime and thus, increased productivity.

"Aviva for Java 3.00 pleasingly and persuasively builds upon the many value-added functions, such as 2-tier SSL security and OHIO, that were available with the 2.0 version of this competitive Web-to-host offering," said Anura Guruge, an independent analyst, author of 'Integrating TCP/IP i*nets with IBM Data Centers.' "Aviva's pedigree and credentials in the host access arena are impeccable and hard to match. With Aviva for Java 3.0, Eicon's newly formed Aviva Solutions Division clearly demonstrates that it knows exactly what this market wants and knows how and when to deliver it ... in the most optimum way", Guruge added.

Aviva for Java 3.00 is a multi-faceted, Java-based, Web-to-host solution that serves as a secure:

-- Intranet browser-based terminal emulation solution where Java applets are
deployed from a Web server to remote users (such as business partners/suppliers
or branch offices), regardless of their client platforms; replaces traditional
full-client products and greatly decreases cost-of-ownership via central
management, configuration and automatic updates;

-- Tool through which to build Intranet-based productivity applications where
existing host-based information can be automated or rejuvenated to create
effective, intuitive browser-based applications that increase usability,
satisfaction and productivity levels;

-- B2B application enabler where host information is securely extended over the
extranet to provide valued business partners with access to the corporate host
for streamlined business operations;

-- B2C application enabler where secure business-to-consumer solutions can be
built by integrating existing host data to create Web-based and wireless
transaction-oriented applications.

"Aviva for Java is an exceptional e-business platform and long-term connectivity solution. It not only yields reduced training and support costs for our customers, but finally makes it possible for companies with mixed environments - IBM mainframes, midrange, Unix and DEC hosts - to take advantage of one product to create easy-to-use and easy-to-deploy Web-based or wireless business solutions." Larry Curran, Vice President and Chief Executive Officer of the Aviva Solutions Division, stated. "Because Aviva for Java is the only thin-client solution available today that offers complete end-to-end security as well as componentization, our customers are ensured power, security and flexibility as they extend their host applications to new e-business and e-commerce opportunities," added Curran.

The recently published "Aviva for Java Solutions Guide" provides details on how to build flexible, secure e-business solutions with Aviva for Java. For more on Aviva Solutions products, please visit http://www.avivasolutions.com.

Aviva for Java

Aviva for Java is a browser-based emulator providing full-function and secure host access to IBM mainframes, midrange and UNIX servers across the corporate intranet, extranet or the Internet. Aviva for Java supports direct encryption with all SSL-enabled TN servers, or can security enable non-SSL servers with its unique security server (security redirector) that can be installed on a Web server or on a TN server, and be managed from a single console. The product, localized for US, France, Germany, Italy and Spain, is available by either user or concurrent user license and is priced as low as $95.

Aviva Solutions Division

Aviva Solutions, a division of Eicon Technology Corporation, specializes in developing and marketing leading edge, innovative solutions that extend host information outward for B2B, B2C and wireless opportunities. With an installed base of over 2 million users worldwide, Aviva Solutions features the most comprehensive range of flexible products for delivering secure host information to the desktop, Web browser or mobile device via SNA, IP or WAP networks. For more information about Aviva Solutions and the Aviva product line, please visit http://www.avivasolutions.com.

Eicon Technology Corporation

Eicon Technology Corporation is a worldwide provider of Internet access products. The Company develops, markets and supports hardware and software products for connecting PCs and network servers to the Internet and corporate networks and supplies media gateways for voice over IP and unified messaging. Eicon's products are sold in more than 80 countries through a network of channel partners, telecommunications companies and Original Equipment Manufacturers. Eicon shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol "EIC". Information about Eicon and its products is available at http://www.eicon.com.

Eicon, Aviva and Aviva Solutions are registered trademarks of Eicon Technology Corporation.

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NOTE TO EDITORS: In the product name TCP/IP i*nets noted in this news release, there is an asterisk between i and nets. This symbol may not appear properly in some systems.