Connexion by Boeing Selects Op40 as Strategic Supplier for Airborne Internet and Data Service.

Business Editors

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 9, 2002

Op40 Inc., today announced that Connexion by Boeing has selected Op40's Distributed Internet Server (DIS) software as a strategic component of the venture's innovative airborne broadband connectivity service.

Financial terms of the agreement were not disclosed.

Connexion by Boeing, a business unit of The Boeing Company, is bringing to market a pioneering high-speed Internet and data service that combines breakthrough technologies including Op40's patented technology, to provide business and leisure passengers with unparalleled and dynamic access to data, web based applications and entertainment at a reasonable cost.

"Connexion by Boeing is dedicated to bringing satellite-based, high-speed connectivity services to our customers who serve airborne travelers in the consumer, corporate and government sectors," said Ed Laase, director of system development. "Providing robust and reliable connectivity to planes during flight presents unique technical challenges and the addition of Op40 to our team enhances our ability to overcome some of those challenges.

"We're thrilled to be selected as part of this exciting new service," said John Andrews, CEO of Op40, Inc. "Boeing has the highest standards and they put us through rigorous technical and competitive evaluations. Op40's DIS software provides Connexion by Boeing with the unparalleled ability for its users to enjoy continuous access to their service, regardless of atmospheric conditions and network connectivity, while allowing for the technical control and security that are prerequisites of this service."

About The DIS Platform

DIS software enables the efficient deployment of centralized Web-based applications to almost any type of device, including remote servers, PC's, laptops, PDA's and more.

DIS provides a way to define, distribute and centrally manage Web-based applications to a wide variety of devices and allows those distributed applications to run, even when the user is not connected. This eliminates the network bottleneck for access and use of Web-based applications. Users enjoy improved access, interaction and flexibility from their applications, while IT maintains the control and security of the applications.

This dual capability for managing application distribution and improving user experiences moves DIS beyond the realm of today's commonly used distribution technologies. While some content delivery and caching solutions focus on moving content or data to selected remote nodes, DIS specializes in moving entire applications (executable code, data structures, dynamic and static content) so that they can run standalone - even disconnected.

About Connexion by Boeing

The Connexion by Boeing service is currently available to the executive services market in the U.S., which includes operators of private and government aircraft. Connexion by Boeing also remains on track with leading European carrier Lufthansa to begin service trial in late 2002/early 2003. For additional information, visit the Connexion by Boeing web site at www.connexionbyboeing.com.

About Op40

Op40's vision is to enable businesses to maximize their use of the Internet by leading the transformation of the Internet from a content distribution mechanism to a business application platform. Op40's flagship software product, DIS (Distributed Internet Server) helps customers reduce costs and improve performance by distributing, executing and managing applications, content and data across the Net. Op40 is based in White Plains, N.Y. For more information please visit www.op40.com.