OEONE & FUTURE POWER DELIVER FIRST FULLY FEATURED LINUX-BASED INTERNET ENTERTAINMENT COMPUTER

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OEONE & FUTURE POWER DELIVER FIRST FULLY FEATURED LINUX-BASED INTERNET ENTERTAINMENT COMPUTER
02 January 2002 - Axentra

OEone Corporation, a leading Internet device software developer, and Future Power, Inc., a manufacturer of a complete line of quality PCs and computer monitors, announced today the launch of the first fully-featured Internet Computer based on Linux and the Mozilla Browser.

Powered by OEone's HomeBase 1.0 Software, this distinctive All-In-One device is the first affordable Internet and Entertainment Computer based entirely on Open Source software. The product is available now at our web store (shop.oeone.com).

OEone's HomeBase 1.0 software is the industry's first to fully integrate Linux, an XML based Webtop and Applications with targeted system hardware. OEone's distinctive platform sets a new benchmark in software integration, performance and ease-of-use for the Internet Entertainment Computing market. HomeBase 1.0 comprises the Linux Operating System, a Mozilla browser-based desktop, and a variety of components including productivity, entertainment, communications, and personal portal applications, as well as a TV Tuner, backup services, free software upgrades for one year and 100MB of server-side storage.

"OEone recognizes that consumers are demanding uncomplicated yet highly functional Internet Entertainment Devices that are ready to use out-of-the-box." said Eid EID, President and CEO, OEone. "Our extensive search for an innovative OEM partner led us to Future Power, the first computer manufacturer to introduce a sleek, 17" All-in-One device. Its stylish look is the perfect match to our HomeBase product concept. Both Future Power and OEone believe that the market is ready for a product that is easy to own, fun to use, and distinct from traditional PCs inside and out."

The FuturePower AIO computer has a sleek and efficient design that integrates the main processing unit and a 17" CRT monitor. The unit's standard configuration is equivalent to a mid-range PC. It also integrates a Cable-ready TV Tuner, 10/100-Ethernet, and a 56Kbps modem allowing out-of-the box connection to most broadband or dial-up ISPs. Its all-in-one form factor gives it a compact size and a small footprint on a desk or the kitchen countertop. It's simple to setup -only 2 cords to plug in: power and Internet- and the software comes completely pre-configured. The User Interface was customized to match this design and the drivers were tuned to run this particular hardware. Just plug it in and a few minutes later you're ready to surf the web, check your email, listen to music, play games and watch TV.

"We realized that the Internet and Entertainment Computing market is growing fast and that Linux is the only platform that can fuel its growth thanks to its openness, wide support, and cost advantage it offers" said Bill Voecks, General Manager, Future Power. "We wanted to make sure our customers get the benefit of tight integration of software with our nicely integrated All-in-One machine. We were pleased to discover that OEone's HomeBase product offers an unmatched level of software, and hardware integration, and a professional User Interface design to suit the All-in-One's attractive design".

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Axentra, a privately held corporation headquartered in Canada, developing and providing new technologies at the heart of the Home Networking Appliance revolution. In an increasingly digitised world, mastering the digital side of personal life is both a must and a step forward. Axentra's mission is to enable the digital lifestyle of consumers by providing the world's first all-in-one fully integrated Home Network Appliance.

The company's main focus is to develop, manufacture and market Multifunction Server Appliances for the small office and home office (SOHO), business, and corporate markets. Axentra leverages its Network Appliance Operating Environment Platform to power its line of servers. In addition, Axentra and its partners provide solutions and integration services based on its award winning Operating Environment and applications suite.

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