Citrix Reaches Major Milestones in Worldwide Server-Based Computing Certification Program.

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 25, 1999--

4,000 Administrators Certified, 140 Learning Centers Opened;

University of Texas Adds Citrix Certification to Curriculum

Citrix Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq:CTXS) today announced that it has reached significant milestones in its certification services, indicating a growing industry demand for qualified personnel with expertise in server-based computing solutions. To date, the company has trained more than 4,000 certified administrators and opened 140 Citrix Authorized Learning Centers (CALCs) worldwide. Most recently, the College and Graduate School of Business at The University of Texas at Austin has joined the growing list of CALCs to offer training on Citrix server-based computing to students at the University.

"Our customers have recognized the increased productivity and competitive advantage that Citrix certified professionals bring to an enterprise," said Steve Adams, Vice President of Marketing for Citrix. "As server-based computing rapidly becomes the computing architecture of choice for many enterprises, we are excited about developing courses essential for administrators to sharpen their expertise in this technology."

Working in conjunction with Sylvan Prometric(TM), a world leader in technology-based assessment services, Citrix is offering technical certification in more than 46 countries. Citrix has also expanded its worldwide network of CALCs that offer instruction in server-based computing technology, including preparation for certification. Citrix now has more than 140 CALCs worldwide that provide a range of courses designed to help users become proficient in Citrix's MetaFrame and WinFrame server-based computing software.

"Over the past few months, we've seen extraordinary growth in the number of requests from businesses who are searching for Citrix Certified Administrators," said Rick Mortimer, director of business for Datacom Computer Services, a leading high-tech recruiting firm based in Jacksonville, Florida. "This increase not only validates the importance of the Citrix CALC program, but underscores the growing industry acceptance of server-based computing."

The University of Texas at Austin

As an academic CALC, the College and Graduate School of Business at The University of Texas at Austin will offer students a range of courses designed to help them understand server-based computing and become proficient in deploying and managing Citrix's WinFrame(R) and MetaFrame(TM) software.

"Over the years, it has been our mission to provide students excellent programs in management information systems," commented Dr. Larry Leibrock, Associate Dean for Technology at UT's Business School. "By offering Citrix's server-based computing training and certification program, we're helping our students build knowledge and skills that will make them more marketable as IT professionals."

To become a Citrix Certified Administrator, an individual must be proficient in the Windows NT server operating system and achieve a satisfactory score on the CCA examination for WinFrame(R) or MetaFrame(TM) administered by an authorized Sylvan Prometric testing center. For more information on the Citrix Certified Administrator program and to obtain a detailed list of Citrix Authorized Learning Centers, please visit http://www.citrix.com/training/.

About Citrix

Founded in 1989, Citrix Systems, Inc. is a leader in system software for server-based computing. The WinFrame(R) and MetaFrame(TM) product lines and Independent Computing Architecture (ICA(R)) technology are marketed through a worldwide business alliance of value-added resellers, system integrators, OEM licensees, and industry associates. Citrix is based in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. and is traded on the NASDAQ-Amex Market Group under the symbol CTXS. For more information, please visit the Citrix website at http://www.citrix.com.

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