GLOBAL INFORMATION GROUP DEBUTS GIG3DO 3.3 GRAPHICS SOFTWARE.

GIG3DGO, Linux-based software for 3D modeling, animation and rendering, has debuted following revisions that increase its speed, reliability and usability.

"Linux users are starving for professional level and cost-effective desktop applications," noted George Down, president of Global Information Group USA, Inc. (GIG). "Linux use continues to climb at double digit rates at the same time new applications for 3D graphics technology are advancing rapidly," he added. "The timing is ideal for us to roll out this great software at such an affordable price."

GIG3DGO, a complete solids-based 3D graphics system and highly photo-realistic raytrace renderer, is based on past UNIX software used worldwide to produce music videos, create virtual TV sets and provide 3D visualization of CAD/CAE designs by such industry leaders as Herbie Hancock, Endemol Entertainment and Kodak.

"We have worked together with users, conducted functionality tests and revisited virtually all of the code," said Down. "The software possesses remarkably photo-realistic rendering capabilities, an easy-to-learn interface and sophisticated animation tools - this latest round of enhancements makes a very powerful product even better now that it is fully Linux compatible."

GIG3DGO, which will be marketed under the tagline "Render Reality," is believed to be the only solid-modeling 3D graphics software currently running on the Linux platform. Version 3.3 offers the following:

1. Updates that enable the software to run with the latest GNUC libraries (glibc 2.2), ensuring greater speed and compatibility with the latest Linux distributions.

2.Increased stability and reliability through a detailed examination and improvement of source code.

3. A full 3D toolset enabling beginners and professional artists alike to produce stunning 3D still art and animations on Linux at an affordable price point.

Currently, the GIG3DGO Advanced version is available now and is priced at a MSRP of US$995 -- but can be purchased for a limited time at an Introductory Price of $495 -- on the firm's website, http://www.gig3d.com/. The firm's CAD visualization package, GIGVIZ, as well as other new products, will be available on Linux in the coming months, and a new pricing structure will be established for the product line at that time.

GIG is working towards becoming the premier supplier of 3D graphics tools on the Linux platform and is collaborating with other companies committed to Linux such as Hewlett-Packard and IBM. "Our commitment to Linux is rock solid and we see its growth on the desktop as inevitable" says George Down.

GIG develops and markets applications software running on the LINUX and UNIX Operating Systems, currently a complete 3D solid modeling, animation and rendering system and CAD visualization products. The company anticipates the development or acquisition of other software products in the future.

ADVA International Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: ADII), is the parent company of GIG and focuses on returning value to its shareholders by building profitable subsidiary companies based on innovative technology development. Both GIG and ADVA International operate from their headquarters in Rock Hill, South Carolina.

GIG can be found on the World Wide Web at http://www.gig3d.com/.

For more information, call 803/327-6790 x222.