Citadel is a partner in Microsoft Communication Tools for Schools.

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--December 2, 1996--

Networking opens an entire world of possibilities for education

Citadel Computer Systems Incorporated (OTC Bulletin Board: NOFF), a leading provider of management solutions for networks and desktops, announced the inclusion of WinShield(TM), its popular Windows(TM) configuration security program, in a free new product released today for schools using Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0.

The Communication Tools for Schools bundle is a unique solution which incorporates education-specific software tools, templates and wizards, e-mail, video conferencing and Internet publishing. Citadel is one of only a handful of third-party vendors who are participating.

"Microsoft is pleased that WinShield is part of this new communications tool kit for schools," stated Kathryn Yates, Director of Microsoft's K-12 programs. "WinShield's technology is a natural complement to Windows operating systems. By providing a way to protect access to Windows' desktop settings, WinShield allows lab administrators maximum operating system benefits without fear of accidental or deliberate damage."

WinShield provides state-of-the-art security and configuration protection for Windows environments. It has become the product of choice in universities, school districts, training labs and corporations that allow shared access to their PCs. The software substantially reduces computer lab maintenance costs, protects valuable applications and controls the use of peripherals. WinShield can even protect against effective software piracy and unsupervised surfing on the Internet.

"Citadel is pleased to be one of the companies working with Microsoft to help create this comprehensive resource to address the critical communications needs of schools," said Bob Wesolek, President of Citadel's Desktop Software Division. "By providing leading technology in an easy-to-use format at no cost to schools, we have an opportunity to help ensure that all communities, rich or poor, get a chance to join in the information revolution. That's something we feel very strongly about."

For more information, see the Microsoft news release dated December 2, 1996, titled: "New Microsoft CD-ROM Gives K-12 Schools Free Communications Tools To Build Connected Learning Communities: Leading Technology Companies Join With Microsoft To Offer the Most Comprehensive Set of Communications And Internet Tools In Education For Windows NT Server 4.0."

Citadel Computer Systems Incorporated is the world's leading developer of network enhancement technology. Its line of Tabworks products are based on technology developed by Xerox PARC labs at Stanford University. Citadel's products have been distributed to more than 13 million computer users throughout the world and are designed to better manage data, simplify shared computer use and provide additional security to stand-alone PCs and networks that use Novell and Microsoft NT network software. Citadel's product line includes the Citadel Network Recovery System, the Citadel Network Security System, NetOFF, ServerSentry, Phantom of the Console, TabWorks, WinShield, FolderBolt and MicroVault.

NOTE: Forward-looking statements in this press release are necessarily subject to risks and uncertainties which may affect the accuracy of such statements and limit the company's ability to meet its projections. Such risks may include unanticipated declines in revenues due to competitive, market and general economic factors. For a full discussion of such risks, please refer to the company's Form 10-KSB for the fiscal year ended February 29, 1996 and subsequent filings.

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