VSI Announces New VSI-FAX 4.1; Integrated Fax Leader Extends Capabilities to Support Windows Terminal Server, Citrix and SCO Technologies.

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LAKE FOREST, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 1, 2000

VSI (V-Systems Inc.), a company dedicated to "Bridging the Gap between Business and E-Business," Tuesday announced the latest version of its flagship product, VSI-FAX 4.1.

As a recognized leader in integrated fax technology, new VSI-FAX 4.1 offers a thin-client fax solution for Windows NT, Windows 2000 and Citrix MetaFrame as well as support for SCO's Tarantella and NonStop Clustering software technologies.

"VSI-FAX has strengthened its position in the Windows fax market. The new version adds functionality for businesses that seek a thin-client fax solution. It offers the benefits of a reliable, scalable server-based solution without sacrificing any of the power of VSI-FAX," commented Mitch Baxter, president of VSI.

"And with support for SCO's Tarantella and NonStop Clustering technologies, VSI-FAX continues to set the standard for integrated fax in the SCO Unix fax market."

VSI-FAX Thin-Client Solution Reduces the Total Cost of Fax Ownership

New VSI-FAX 4.1 provides enterprise-scale management tools and seamless integration with server-based applications. It empowers administrators to easily manage, deploy and update client software from a central location. Moreover, it extends access of fax-enabled applications to divergent hardware users, independent of hardware connection or location.

VSI-FAX is a complete thin-client fax solution that simplifies IT responsibilities while reducing business costs.

VSI-FAX 4.1 -- Key Features

All VSI-FAX 4.1 clients support Windows Terminal Server, Windows 2000 Terminal Services and Citrix MetaFrame. Also, VSI-FAX servers running on the SCO platform automatically support SCO's Tarantella and NonStop Clustering Technologies.

New VSI-FAX Universal Fax Client

The VSI Universal Fax Client provides users with the ability to send, receive, obtain status and manage faxes from most Java enabled platforms. The Universal Fax Client gives users the flexibility and ease of deployment of a server-based program and the power of a local Java application.

Included is support for both public and private directories, print-to-fax, LDAP support, local and server-side file attachments. The VSI Universal Fax Client also delivers on the promise of centralized management and effortless deployment. Once installed, it is self-updating.

Enhanced VSI Outlook Fax Client -- New in the VSI-FAX 4.1 Outlook Fax Client is the ability to edit and save user profiles. Users can also print-to-fax, attach files to faxes and send to both e-mail and fax recipients with a single mouse click.

VSI Outlook Fax Client enables users to intuitively manage all fax communications directly from Outlook, alleviating the need for users to switch applications to send a fax.

VSI Web Fax Client -- The VSI Web Fax Client is a browser-based client that enables users to send and receive faxes via Microsoft Internet Explorer (4.0 or higher). The VSI Web Fax Client offers support for both public and private directories, Print-to-Fax from any application, as well as support for local and server-side file attachments.

The VSI Web Fax Client also delivers the convenience of Web-based deployment -- there's nothing to install on the client beyond the optional print driver.

Cross Platform Support

VSI-FAX is a standards based, open system, cross-platform solution that enables faxing from any application on Microsoft Windows NT, Windows 2000, Unix and Linux. New in VSI-FAX 4.1 is support for Red Hat Linux v6.2, Caldera Systems OpenLinux v2.3, SCO UnixWare v7.1.1 and Sun Solaris 8.

Improved Integration Tools

With the release of VSI-FAX 4.1, users will get the new Outbox COM control to compliment the already robust Software Developer's Kit (SDK). The SDK also provides sample code, a Status COM control and the VSI-FAX print driver. The Toolkit, which includes the SDK, also features a command line interface, autosend directory, XML-F DTD and fax-to-email integration tools.

Availability

VSI-FAX 4.1 will be available Sept. 4, 2000 from VSI and selected distributors. Free upgrades will be available for current VSI-FAX customers participating in VSI's premium care or end-user maintenance program. For additional product and pricing information, contact VSI sales at 800/556-4874 or e-mail [e-mail].

About VSI

VSI (V-Systems, Inc.) is a leading developer of integrated network fax solutions. The company's flagship fax software line, VSI-FAX, is backed by more than 35,000 installations worldwide. VSI also creates and markets other whole product fax solutions including VSI-FAX for Notes and VSI-FAX for Baan. In July 2000, Esker S.A. and VSI entered into a merger agreement.

VSI will operate as a separate business unit out of its facility in Lake Forest. Completion of this transaction is subject to governmental filings and formal approval of Esker shareholders, which is expected in September of this year. For more information, call 800/556-4VSI (United States and Canada), 949/462-2200 (worldwide), or visit the company's Web site at http://www.vsi.com.