Extended Systems Ships Advantage TDataSet Descendant Client for Kylix; Delphi Developers Can Port Applications to Linux Without Rewriting Database Code.Business/High Tech Editors BOISE, Idaho--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 27, 2002 Extended Systems (Nasdaq:XTND XTND Extend XTND XML Transition Network Definition ), a leading provider of mobile data management and wireless connectivity solutions, announced today that its Advantage Database Server TDataSet Descendant client for Kylix (Delphi for Linux) is now shipping. Kylix support allows Delphi developers to port existing Advantage TDataSet Descendant applications to the 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. without rewriting any of their database access code. This feature enables developers to expand into Web services applications while capitalizing on the performance, scalability and zero-administration technology offered with Advantage Database Server. The new Advantage Kylix components will provide database access without the use of Borland's dbExpress just as the Advantage Windows components currently provide database access without the use of the Borland Database Engine Software from Borland that runs on a Windows client and unifies database access across multiple platforms. Using Borland's own IDAPI interface, it provides a middleware layer between the client and numerous databases, including dBASE, Paradox, Oracle, SQL Server, DB2, Informix, Interbase (BDE See Borland Database Engine. ). "Extended Systems continues to provide developers with a feature-rich, high-performance relational database server that can easily be distributed on a variety of platforms at a low cost of ownership," said Don Baumgartner, vice president of worldwide marketing at Extended Systems. Pricing and Availability The Advantage TDataSet Descendant for Delphi/C++Builder/Kylix is provided as a free add-on to Advantage Database Server. Advantage Database Server ranges in price from $249.00 for a two-user license to $7,495 for an unlimited-user license. About Advantage Database Server Advantage Database Server is a high-performance client/server RDBMS (Relational DataBase Management System) See relational database and DBMS. RDBMS - relational database for stand-alone, networked, Internet and mobile database applications. Advantage Database Server allows developers the flexibility of combing powerful SQL SQL in full Structured Query Language. Computer programming language used for retrieving records or parts of records in databases and performing various calculations before displaying the results. statements and relational data access methods with the performance and control of navigational commands. With optimized data access methodology for easily delivering unparalleled performance, Advantage provides security, stability and data integrity while being completely maintenance-free. Advantage applications can be developed using a wide variety of languages including Borland Delphi, Borland Kylix, Microsoft Visual Basic, Microsoft Visual C++, Borland C++Builder, CA-Visual Objects, and many other languages including those that can use ODBC (Open DataBase Connectivity) A database programming interface from Microsoft that provides a common language for Windows applications to access databases on a network. , ADO, ADO.NET and OLE DB. Advantage Database Server supports NetWare, Linux, Windows NT/2000/XP and Windows 95/98/ME operating systems. Please call 800/235-7576, ext. 5030 for further information or go to www.AdvantageDatabase.com. About Extended Systems Extended Systems is a global leader in providing mobile infrastructure software that extends enterprise applications to mobile and wireless environments. The company's products include data synchronization and management software, short-range wireless connectivity products (Bluetooth and IrDA-compliant), and client/server database management systems with remote access capabilities. Extended Systems' customers and key relationships include Palm, 3Com, IBM (International Business Machines Corporation, Armonk, NY, www.ibm.com) The world's largest computer company. IBM's product lines include the S/390 mainframes (zSeries), AS/400 midrange business systems (iSeries), RS/6000 workstations and servers (pSeries), Intel-based servers (xSeries) , Microsoft, Compaq, Handspring, Motorola, Nokia, Ericsson, Hewlett-Packard, Sharp, NEC (NEC Corporation, Tokyo, www.nec.com, www.necus.com) An electronics conglomerate known in the U.S. for its monitors. In Japan, it had the lion's share of the PC market until the late 1990s (see PC 98). NEC was founded in Tokyo in 1899 as Nippon Electric Company, Ltd. , and Toshiba. Founded in 1984, Extended Systems has offices and subsidiaries in the United States and worldwide. For more information, visit the company Web site at www.extendedsystems.com. Extended Systems: This press release contains forward looking statements, including statements regarding the Advantage Database Server TdataSet Descendant client's ability to enable Delphi developers to take advantage of the low cost and open architecture of the Linux operating system. These statements are subject to risks and uncertainties. These risks and uncertainties include the success of key business relationships, the acceptance of specific industry-wide standards and protocols, the timely development and acceptance of new products and technologies, the risks associated with development of new products and product enhancements, the impact of competitive products and pricing, the risks associated with acquisitions, and other risks as detailed from time-to-time in Extended Systems' SEC filings, including its 2001 Annual Report on Form 10-K Form 10-K A report required by the SEC from exchange-listed companies that provides for annual disclosure of certain financial information. Form 10-K See 10-K. and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q Form 10-Q See 10-Q. to be filed in fiscal 2002. |
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