Corel Corp. and TheLinuxStore.com, a Division of EBIZ Enterprises, Announce Distribution Agreement.OTTAWA, Canada and SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 27, 1999-- TheLinuxStore.com to pre-load Corel(R) WordPerfect(R) 8 for Linux(R) on Element-L & PIA pi·a n. The pia mater. pi  al adj. Computers Corel Corp. (Nasdaq: CORL CORL Corel Corporation (stock symbol) CORL Coalition of Reef Lovers CORL capital outlay revenue limit CORL change-orientated reflective listening (psychotherapy) CORL Central Ontario Ringette League )(TSE See Tokyo Stock Exchange. TSE 1. See Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE). 2. See Toronto Stock Exchange (TSE). : COR), an award-winning developer of graphic and word processing word processing, use of a computer program or a dedicated hardware and software package to write, edit, format, and print a document. Text is most commonly entered using a keyboard similar to a typewriter's, although handwritten input (see pen-based computer) and solutions, and EBIZ EBIZ Electronic Business Enterprises Inc. (OTC OTC See: Over-the-counter. OTC See over-the-counter market (OTC). BB: EBIZ), a leading manufacturer and distributor of Linux computer systems, Monday announced that they have entered into a strategic distribution agreement. Under the agreement EBIZ will pre-load Corel(R) WordPerfect(R) 8 for Linux(R) Personal Edition onto its Element-L computer systems and the PIA (Personal Internet Appliance Also called "information appliance," "smart appliance," and "Web appliance," it is a device specialized for accessing the Web and/or e-mail. Designed for ease of use, it plugs into a telephone jack or LAN connection for Internet hookup. ). "We are excited to be partnering with Corel, who shares our commitment to Linux. They are leading the market in providing a range of user-friendly Linux-based desktop applications, including the upcoming release of their flagship WordPerfect Office A suite of office applications for Windows from Corel that includes WordPerfect, Quattro Pro, Corel Presentations, Paradox and CorelCENTRAL (PIM, scheduling, etc.). It is the successor to Corel WordPerfect Suite, which was the successor to Corel Office. 2000," stated Jeffrey Rassas, founder and chief executive officer of EBIZ. "The Element-L family is one of the most comprehensive, value-priced Linux computer system product lines on the market today. The PIA (Personal Internet Appliance) is revolutionizing the home computer as we know it. We expect this agreement to be the beginning of a mutually-beneficial, long-term strategic relationship for our company." The Element-L product line includes several configurations of desktop and notebook computers, workstations, servers and Alpha(TM) computer systems, all priced with the spirit of Linux in mind. They offer unsurpassed performance, reliability and come fully-loaded with the leading Linux software applications, including the Red Hat(R) Linux operating system operating system (OS) Software that controls the operation of a computer, directs the input and output of data, keeps track of files, and controls the processing of computer programs. , Netscape(R) and now, Corel WordPerfect See WordPerfect Office and WordPerfect Corporation. . "The PIA (Personal Internet Appliance) is the world's first true Linux-based Internet appliance," explained Rassas. "It is a fully-configured, highly-stylistic computer that affordably brings the Internet and basic computing functions such as word processing to the home PC user." The PIA will be shipping in November. "It is fitting that we are supplying our Linux software to a company that provides desktops, servers and workstations aimed exclusively for the Linux user," said Dr. Michael Cowpland, president and chief executive officer of Corel Corp. "Corel is very dedicated to the development of Linux and to bringing it into the commercial world, and we are proud to partner with another company who shares our commitment." Corel WordPerfect 8 for Linux delivers the same word-processing capabilities as the Windows(R) version, plus has many features available only for Linux. New and enhanced features include extended Internet publishing capabilities, grammar and spelling tools, charting and drawing features, table enhancements, and revision tracking. Corel also announced in March its plans to introduce a user-friendly, simple to install graphical interface for the Linux Operating System later this year. Corel(R) LINUX(R) will create ease of use for consumers of all levels. Also in the same time-frame, Corel is on track to deliver a Linux version of their new flagship release, WordPerfect(R) Office 2000. About Corel Corp. Corel Corp. is an internationally recognized developer of award-winning graphics and business productivity applications. Development of market-leading products such as the CorelDRAW(R) line of graphics applications and the Corel(R) WordPerfect(R) Suite of business tools is continually evolving to meet the demands of the corporate, retail and academic markets. Committed to performance, compatibility, value and open standards, Corel develops products for the Windows(R), Macintosh(R), UNIX UNIX Operating system for digital computers, developed by Ken Thompson of Bell Laboratories in 1969. It was initially designed for a single user (the name was a pun on the earlier operating system Multics). (R), Linux(R) and Java(TM) platforms. Corel's common stock trades on The Nasdaq Stock Market Nasdaq stock market The first electronic stock market listing over 5000 companies. The Nasdaq stock market comprises two separate markets, namely the Nasdaq National Market, which trades large, active securities and the Nasdaq Smallcap Market that trades emerging growth companies. under the symbol CORL and on the Toronto Stock Exchange Toronto Stock Exchange (TSE) Canada's largest stock exchange, trading approximately 1,200 company stocks and 33 options. under the symbol COR. For more information visit Corels Web site at www.corel.com. About The Linux Store The vision of the TheLinuxStore.com is to "accelerate the alternatives" in personal and business computing. As one of the leading manufacturers and full-service specialty distributors, TheLinuxStore.com offers "Everything Linux" including desktop PCs, workstations, notebooks, Alpha systems, servers, hardware components, peripherals, software and apparel. In addition, the web site features TheLinuxLab, a knowledgebase, thousands of Linux links and Linux resources. TheLinuxStore.com is the value leader in the Linux market, furthering the vision of Linux being a low-cost, high performance alternative. TheLinuxStore.com is a division of EBIZ Enterprises Inc., publicly traded as EBIZ. This press release may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Exchange Act of 1934 and are subject to the safe harbor Safe Harbor 1. A legal provision to reduce or eliminate liability as long as good faith is demonstrated. 2. A form of shark repellent implemented by a target company acquiring a business that is so poorly regulated that the target itself is less attractive. created by these sections. Actual results could differ materially from those described herein as a result of certain factors and circumstances. (c) 1999, EBIZ Enterprises Inc. Corel, WordPerfect, CorelDRAW and the Go Further logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Corel Corp. or Corel Corporation Limited. Element-L, PIA and TheLinuxStore.com are trademarks of EBIZ Enterprises Inc. Linux is a registered trademark of Linus Torvalds. Red Hat is a trademark of Red Hat Inc. All other product and company names are trademarks of their respective companies. |
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