Wall Data Releases RUMBA 2000 for Multi-User Windows NT Environments to Help Organizations Lower Their Total Cost of PC Ownership.

KIRKLAND, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 16, 1999--

Server-based and Concurrently Licensed, RUMBA(R) 2000

Delivers Robust 32-Bit Host Access Functionality

to Desktop and Hand-held Devices

Wall Data Incorporated (Nasdaq:WALL) today announced two new editions of RUMBA 2000 that are optimized and licensed for multi-user Windows NT environments.

RUMBA 2000 for Citrix WinFrame and RUMBA 2000 for Terminal Server are low-cost, high performance solutions that enable organizations to reduce their total cost of PC ownership by centrally deploying and managing host access functionality. RUMBA 2000 installed within a thin-client network delivers robust 32-bit host access, connecting any end-user client device to data and applications residing on host computers. By offering concurrent product licensing, Wall Data provides organizations with an affordable way to provide host access to a broader base of users. RUMBA 2000 for Citrix WinFrame and RUMBA 2000 for Terminal Server also include the new and improved features introduced in the RUMBA 2000 product line upgrade (see today's accompanying announcement "Wall Data Introduces RUMBA 2000 Product Line").

"The multi-user versions of RUMBA 2000 will help our customers cost-effectively extend RUMBA software's 32-bit functionality to users," said Liffy Franklin, vice president of product management for Wall Data. "Providing products for thin-client/server computing is another indication of Wall Data's commitment to continually improve and develop a wide-range of options that best meets the needs of our customers."

RUMBA 2000 products for multi-user environments provide robust host access functionality for internal and remote users on a Citrix WinFrame, Citrix MetaFrame and Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 Terminal Server network. Organizations can significantly reduce their cost per user for host access with the ability to deliver the full range of RUMBA software's connectivity and productivity features to any client device, including Windows-based terminals and hand-held devices. In addition, RUMBA 2000 products are Microsoft Windows 98 compatible and Microsoft BackOffice certified, allowing organizations to leverage their technology investments.

"IT managers are always looking to reduce the cost of their computing infrastructure, whether it be through thin-client/server computing or via the Web," said Tod Nielsen, general manager of Developer Relations for Microsoft. "We're pleased that Wall Data is offering a low cost, centrally managed solution for our mutual customers with the Windows NT 4.0 Terminal Server and RUMBA 2000."

RUMBA 2000 Upgrade

Wall Data also today announced the most ambitious upgrade to its RUMBA product line in three years (see today's accompanying announcement "Wall Data Introduces RUMBA 2000 Product Line"). The RUMBA 2000 product line includes enhancements which reduce cost of PC ownership and provide a smooth, sensible path to Web-powered computing. With new and improved features, RUMBA 2000 products help IT personnel address critical industry trends and move confidently into the next millennium.

Pricing and Availability

RUMBA 2000 for Citrix WinFrame and RUMBA 2000 for Terminal Server will be available in March through Wall Data's worldwide sales force and through a global network of distributors and resellers. Promotions are available for existing RUMBA customers to migrate to these products. Volume discounts apply. -0-

Multi-user Products Available            Suggested List Price Per
                                             Concurrent User
                                           (Sold in five-packs)
RUMBA OFFICE 2000 for
 Citrix WinFrame, V6.0                           U.S. $400
RUMBA 2000 for Citrix WinFrame,
 Mainframe Edition, V6.0                         U.S. $350
RUMBA 2000 for Citrix WinFrame,
 AS/400 Edition, V6.0                            U.S. $250
RUMBA 2000 for Citrix WinFrame,
 HP and UNIX Edition, V6.0                       U.S. $250

RUMBA OFFICE 2000 for Terminal
 Server, V6.0                                    U.S. $400
RUMBA 2000 for Terminal Server,
 Mainframe Edition, V6.0                         U.S. $350
RUMBA 2000 for Terminal Server,
 AS/400 Edition, V6.0                            U.S. $250
RUMBA 2000 for Terminal Server,
 HP and UNIX Edition, V6.0                       U.S. $250

Worldwide Support with ONESTEP(R) Services

A comprehensive set of support services helps organizations maximize their use of Wall Data products and positions them for the Web-powered enterprise. This includes consulting services for timely, professional guidance in implementing large enterprise networks and Web solutions; learning services, including classroom and Web-based courses for increasing competency; and ONESTEP technical support services for helping RUMBA 2000 users maximize productivity while protecting and enhancing their organization's enterprise investments. For more information, visit the ONESTEP Services Web Site located at http://www.walldata.com/services.

Wall Data is a global Internet company specializing in enterprise software products and services that allow organizations to integrate and deploy applications over the Web and compete in the Net economy. Wall Data has enabled more than 10,000 companies to extend their existing enterprise systems to new platforms while maximizing their technology investments. The first company to provide access to mission-critical systems through Windows desktops with its RUMBA software, continues to innovate in bringing the enterprise to Internet with its Cyberprise solutions. Wall Data products support platforms from leading technology companies including: Microsoft, HP, SUN Microsystems, Informix, Sybase, Oracle, IBM and Netscape.

Wall Data has worldwide headquarters in Kirkland, Wash., and 70 offices throughout the world. For more information, contact Wall Data by phone at 888/786-2268 or 425/814-9255, by fax at 425/814-4309, or on the World Wide Web at http://www.walldata.com.

Wall Data, RUMBA and ONESTEP are registered trademarks, and Cyberprise is a trademark of Wall Data Incorporated. All other trademarks or registered trademarks are owned by their respective holders.