Inside Out Networks Demonstrates the First USB-to- 802.11b Wireless LAN Product at CeBIT

Austin, Texas and Hannover, Germany (PROTEXT) - Inside OutNetworks, the leading provider of Universal Serial Bus (USB)connectivity products and technology, announced at CeBIT theWaveport USB-to-Wireless LAN Adapter for wireless networkexpansion. "Waveport takes Inside Out Networks one gigantic leap forwardwith USB connectivity," said Stephen Popovich, company presidentand CEO "Wireless connectivity solves so many user and networkmanagers' issues with connecting to the LAN. Imagine adding auser to your enterprise network without the expense and hassle ofdeploying new cabling, and without having to open up the PC toadd a network interface card (NIC). The Waveport greatlysimplifies network expansion, combining the ease of USBconnectivity with the flexibility and mobility of wirelessnetworking in a single, low-cost solution," commented Popovich. Microsoft endorses both USB and 1394 for PC network andperipheral connectivity because these new legacy-free connectionsensure a true Plug and Play experience for the user. "The next generation of easier-to-use PCs will have some, ifnot all, of their key expansion external to the PC," statedStacey Breyfogle, program manager for Windows Hardware Strategyat Microsoft Corp. "The default way to connect and install newdevices will be to plug the device into a USB or 1394 connectoron the outside of the PC. All new PCs are shipping USB-ready, soUSB is a readily available connection method today." The Waveport connects via USB to legacy-free PCs, thinclients, laptops and desktops, supporting all Microsoft Windowsoperating systems, including the newly released Windows 2000. TheWaveport installs in seconds, and is fully compliant with theIEEE 802.11b Standard. The wireless solution can support up to11Mbps throughput - the same throughput as a wired LAN. Inside Out was the first and is the leading provider of USBhigh performance multiport serial, parallel, and hub connectivitysolutions. Inside Out will be demonstrating its USB connectivitysolutions at CeBIT Germany, USA Pavilion Hall 6, Stand H20, BoothL1-L3, on February 24 - March 1, 2000. About Inside Out Networks Inside Out Networks' comprehensive family of productssimplifies connecting both legacy and USB peripherals to today'sUSB-equipped desktops, laptops, and servers. In addition tosupporting the Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) platforms, Inside OutNetworks also supports Power Mac(TM)(R) G3 and the iMac(R)platforms running Mac(TM)OS 8.5. Since its inception in 1997,the company has sold more than 10,000 units for use in point ofsale (POS), remote access, mobile connectivity and industrialcontrol applications. Inside Out Networks has developed solidrelationships with many customers, including technology leaderssuch as NCR, IBM, Hewlett-Packard and Microsoft. Current enduser customers include Mail Boxes Etc., Starbucks, Bose,VingCard, QuikTrip, Alitalia, Air Canada and many others. Formore information on products and solutions from Inside OutNetworks, visit www.ionetworks.com or call +1 512/306-0600. Note: Inside Out Networks, Inside Out, the Inside Out logo,Edgeport, Rapidport, Hubport and Waveport are trademarks ofInside Out Networks. iMac is a registered trademark, and PowerMac and Mac are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. in the UnitedStates and other countries. All other trademarks are the propertyof their respective owners. ots Originaltextservice: Inside OutNetworks Internet: http://www.newsaktuell.de Contact: TerryFagin, +1 512/306-0600, CeBIT onsite telephone 89-53889 LacyAttuso, +1 512/327-8625 lacy@penninoandpartners.com

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