Sun Microsystems Unveils Java Technology-Enabled

Consumer Devices, New Products Strategies at World's LargestDeveloper Conference San Francisco (PROTEXT) - 350 Companies Demonstrate Java Technology-based Products andDevices at JavaOne(SM) 1999 JavaOne Developer Conference Sun Microsystems, Inc. (Nasdaq:SUNW) this week is giving more than 17,000 software developers adetailed look at the next generation of Java(TM) technology, themost popular, network-savvy platform for application developmentand deployment. Capping a highly significant year for the Javaplatform, JavaOne, Sun's 1999 Worldwide Java DeveloperConference(SM), will feature applications from more than 350companies, introduce new enterprise technologies and showcase awide array of consumer electronic devices utilizing the Javatechnologies. Sun introduced the Java platform in 1995 as a way to createapplications that would run on any computer, regardless of theunderlying operating system. Today, the Java platform is thefoundation for enterprises competing in the new network economy. "The Java platform is about the business of innovation, andthis year's JavaOne Conference demonstrates this in spades," saidScott McNealy, Chief Executive Officer of Sun Microsystems, Inc."Over the past four years, we've worked closely with our partnersto build on the principles of Java technology by creating aplatform that's functionally complete, stable, secure and fast.It's now the cornerstone for enterprise application development,and companies around the world are using it to get ahead in thenet economy." The widespread use of Java technology -- from small consumerdevices to enterprise data centers -- has revolutionized the waybusinesses use the Internet to gain competitive advantage. Byintroducing a new end-to-end blueprint of the Java 2 platform,Sun is making it simpler for software developers, serviceproviders and device manufacturers to target specific marketopportunities. In addition to the architectural news, a number of consumerelectronics companies are demonstrating digital devices utilizingthe Java 2 platform: * 3Com announced its commitment to tightly integrate Sun'sJava technology with the industry-leading Palm Computingplatform. * NTT DoCoMo is demonstrating the first prototypes of its i-mode wireless phones and services, powered by the newly announcedJava KVM virtual machine. * Motorola is demonstrating a new, Java technology-enabledPageWriter, a two-way pager. JavaOne 1999 keynote speakers include Scott McNealy, Sun'sChief Executive Officer; Dr. Alan Baratz, President of Sun'sSoftware Products and Platforms Division; James Gosling, inventorof the Java platform; Bill Joy, Sun's Chief Scientist; GregPapadopoulos, Sun's Chief Technology Officer; John Gage, Directorof Sun's Science office; Danny Hillis, Vice President of the WaltDisney Company and Larry Ellison, Chief Executive Officer ofOracle Corporation. For information about the JavaOne Conference and additionalannouncements visit Sun's Java Technology Web sitehttp://java.sun.com About Sun Microsystems, Inc. Since its inception in 1982, a singular vision, "The NetworkIs The Computer(TM)," has propelled Sun Microsystems, Inc., toits position as a leading provider of high quality hardware,software and services for establishing enterprise-wide intranetsand expanding the power of the Internet. With more than $11billion in annual revenues, Sun can be found in more 150countries and on the World Wide Web at http://www.sun.com. NOTE: Sun, Sun Microsystems, the Sun Logo, Java, JavaOne, JavaDeveloper Conference, and "The Network Is The Computer" aretrademarks or registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc. inthe United States and other countries. ADDENDUM -- Following is a list of announcements scheduledto be release at JavaOne 99. SUN ANNOUNCES JAVA(TM) 2 PLATFORM, MICRO EDITION San Francisco - JavaOne(SM) Developer Conference - June 15,1999 -- Sun Microsystems, Inc. today announced the K virtualmachine (KVM), formerly known as project KJava VM. A keycomponent of Java(TM) 2 Platform, Micro Edition, KVM is ideal forhigh-volume, small-footprint consumer lifestyle products such asmobile phones, pagers and personal digital assistants. Developedin close cooperation with Motorola, with contributions fromindustry leaders, including 3COM, Bull, Fujitsu, Matsushita(Panasonic), Mitsubishi Electric, NEC, NTT DoCoMo and Siemens,KVM will bring the power, flexibility and innovation of Javatechnology-based applications and services to the mobile devicemarket. SUN HITS THE WIRELESS MARKET 'SWEET SPOT' WITH THE K VIRTUALMACHINE San Francisco - JavaOne(SM) Developer Conference - June 15,1999 -- Sun Microsystems, Inc. today announced the Java(TM) 2Platform, Micro Edition, a new Java technology aimed at thegrowing consumer and embedded market. Addressing the vast high-volume consumer space, Java 2 Platform, Micro Edition is a highlyoptimized Java runtime environment targeting a wide range ofconsumer products including pagers, wireless, phones,screenphones, digital set-top boxes and car navigation systems.In related news, the K virtual machine (KVM), formerly known asproject KJava VM, a key component of the Java 2 Platform, MicroEdition, was also unveiled this week. The KVM is optimized forsmall-footprint consumer lifestyle products such as wirelessphones, pagers and personal digital assistants. SUN DELIVERS JAVA TV APPLICATION PROGRAMMING INTERFACESPECIFICATION San Francisco - JavaOne(SM) Developer Conference -- June 15,1999 - Today at JavaOne'99(SM), Sun Microsystems, Inc. releasedthe Java TV Application Programming Interface (API)specification, bringing all of the benefits of the Javaprogramming language to the digital television market. Developedwith support from digital television industry leaders includingGeneral Instruments, Hong Kong Telecom, LG Electronics,Matsushita, Motorola, OpenTV, Philips, PowerTV, Samsung, Sony,and Toshiba, the Java TV API will enable the development andsecure delivery of the most dynamic and compelling interactivetelevision content and services. INTEGRATED SYSTEMS, INC. SELECTS SUN'S JAVA TECHNOLOGY FORSYSTEM DESIGN, DEVELOPMENT AND SALES SUPPORT San Francisco - JavaOne(SM) Developer Conference -- June 15,1999 -- Sun Microsystems, Inc. today announced that IntegratedSystems, Inc. (Nasdaq: INTS) has licensed Java technologies forembedded applications and Integrated Systems' pSOSystem operatingsystem. Under the terms of the agreement, Integrated Systems willprovide design, development and sales channel support for avariety of Sun's Java technologies. In exchange, Sun will promoteand subcontract Integrated Systems' design and developmentservices for Java-based embedded products. TOUCHSTONE: JAVA ENABLED SCREENPHONE AND INTERNET ACCESSDEVICE MANUFACTURERS KIT INTRODUCED AT JAVAONE San Francisco - JavaOne Developer Conference -- June 15, 1999-- A comprehensive and easy-to-use reference implementation forInternet access devices was unveiled at JavaOne by Motorola, SunMicrosystems and AudeSi Technologies. The solution enablesmanufacturers to quickly develop information appliances which arecapable of connecting to next generation information servicessuch as integrated telephony and email services, online bankingand the growing spectrum of e-commerce services. SUN AND NTT DOCOMO UNVEIL PROTOTYPES OF NEXT-GENERATION JAVATECHNOLOGY- BASED CELLULAR PHONES San Francisco - JavaOne(SM) Developer Conference and Tokyo -June 15, 1999 -- Sun Microsystems and NTT DoCoMo today deliveredthe first prototypes of NTT DoCoMo's Java technology-enabled i-mode wireless phones and services. Powered by Sun's K virtualmachine (KVM), formerly known as project KJava VM, prototypes ofthese next generation i-mode cellular phones will be demonstratedby Matsushita/Panasonic, NEC, Fujitsu and Mitsubishi Electricthis week at JavaOne '99 in San Francisco. A key component ofJava(TM) 2 Platform, Micro Edition, the KVM is ideal for high-volume, small-footprint consumer lifestyle products such asmobile phones, pagers and personal digital assistants.

3COM AND SUN BRING THE POWER OF JAVA TECHNOLOGY TO THE PALMCOMPUTINGr PLATFORM San Francisco - JavaOne(SM) Developer Conference, June 15,1999 - 3Com Corporation (Nasdaq: COMS) and Sun Microsystems(Nasdaq: SUNW) today announced their commitment to tightlyintegrate Sun's Java technology with the industry- leading PalmComputingr platform. At the Java Developers Conference in SanFrancisco's Moscone Center, Sun and 3Com outlined plans todevelop a reference port of the Java 2 Platform, Micro Edition,Sun's highly optimized Java runtime environment for consumerproducts, for 3Com's Palm(TM) operating system (Palm OS) softwarelater this year. The companies also agreed to make Sun's KVirtual Machine (KVM), formerly known as project KJava VM, a keycomponent of the Java 2 Platform, Micro Edition, available on thePalm OS software. The companies will develop an end-to-endsolution for delivering content and Java applications to PalmComputing platform devices via Sun's software products. Thecompanies are also exploring opportunities to integrate Sunsoftware with 3Com's Palm.net service, the recently announcedwireless Internet access and messaging service for the 3Comr PalmVII connected organizer. METROWERKS ANNOUNCES CODEWARRIOR SUPPORT FOR SUN MICROSYSTEMS'JAVA 2 PLATFORM, MICRO EDITION San Francisco - June 15, 1999 - Metrowerks Inc., (Nasdaq:MTWK; Toronto, Montreal: MWK) a leading provider of softwaredevelopment tools for desktop and embedded systems, announcedtoday at Sun's 1999 Worldwide Developer Conference, JavaOne '99,the company is adding support for Sun Microsystems' Java 2Platform, Micro Edition and PersonalJava(TM) ApplicationEnvironment (AE) to its CodeWarrior tools for embedded systemsdevelopment. Addressing the vast high-volume consumer space, Java2 Platform, Micro Edition is a highly optimized Java runtimeenvironment targeting a wide range of consumer products,including pagers, wireless phones, screenphones, digital set-topboxes and car navigation systems. A component of the Java 2Platform, Micro Edition, PersonalJava technology forms a profiletargeted at building network- connectable applications for a widevariety of consumer devices for home, office and mobile use. AT JAVAONE, BULL SHOWS AMADEO TERMINALS CONTAINING WORLDWIDEIMPLEMENTATION OF SUN'S K VIRTUAL MACHINE San Francisco, June 15, 1998 -- Bull is showing the firstworldwide implementation of the K virtual machine (KVM), formerlyknown as project KJava VM, on an EFT-POS terminal at SunMicrosystems' booths at the JavaOne(SM) conference in SanFrancisco. An early version of the KVM has been implemented onAmadeo EFT-POS terminal products (16-bit based), developed byBull. Java(TM) technology is especially valuable for writingapplications or modules intended to be used in multi-applicationenvironments on various platforms with different operatingsystems. But the Java platform, in its standard form, requiresmuch more memory and processor power than most currently embeddeddevices can provide. Sun and Bull R&D teams have succeeded inmaking Java technology available on the very small footprint EFT-POS platforms in use today (i.e. with 8-, 16- or 32-bitprocessors and with available memory of 128 KB to 1 MB). QNX TARGETS INFORMATION APPLIANCES WITH PERSONALJAVA ANDEMBEDDEDJAVA TECHNOLOGIES San Francisco, JavaOne(SM), June 15, 1999 -- Responding to thegrowing number of electronics manufacturers who wish to deployJava(TM) technology- based applications in QNX-based set-topboxes and information appliances, QNX Software Systems has signeda licensing agreement with Sun Microsystems for thePersonalJava(TM) and EmbeddedJava(TM) application environments. APOGEE JDE OFFERS ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES FOR THE JAVA(TM)PLATFORM Campbell, Calif. - June 15, 1999 -- Apogee Software, Inc.today announced Apogee JDE, a comprehensive integrateddevelopment environment for Sun's EmbeddedJava(TM),PersonalJava(TM), and JDK 1.2 Java(TM) technologies. Targeted atpopular embedded processors and desktop systems, Apogee JDEprovides new features and improved functionality to users ofJava(TM) platforms, allowing them to develop real-world Java andJava/C/C++ applications of acceptable run-time size andperformance. NSIcom ANNOUNCES CrEme: DELIVERS THE BENEFITS AND CAPABILITIESOF SUN'S JAVA TECHNOLOGY TO MICROSOFT WINDOWS CE DEVICES JavaOne(SM), San Francisco -- June 15, 1999 - NSIcom todayannounced the availability of CrEme, a family of productsoptimized for providing the capabilities and benefits of Java(TM)technology to standard Windows CE devices such as general purposehandheld, palmtop and mini-laptop personal computers (PCs).Utilizing a reference implementation of Sun's PersonalJava(TM)technology for Windows CE, CrEme enables device manufacturers andservice providers to expand their revenue streams by quickly andcost-effectively offering their customers new Java technology-based applications and services. WIND RIVER SYSTEMS DEVELOP JAVA TECHNOLOGY-BASED SET-TOP BOXPROTOTYPE FROM MAC UK Alameda, CA. June 14, 1999 - Wind River Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq:WIND), the leader in embedded development software for the post-PC era, today announced that MAC UK has developed an innovative,Java(TM) technology-based set-top box prototype based on WindRiver's proven VxWorks real-time operating system and PersonalJWorks virtual machine (VM). MAC UK's Blue Horizon set-top boxwill run any PersonalJava(TM) technology-based applications,including digital TV and broadband networking. JAVAONE 99 CONFERENCE ATTENDEES BENEFIT FROM ERNST & YOUNG'STHREE KVM PALM SOLUTIONS San Francisco, CA - JUNE 15, 1999 - Ernst & Young LLP todayannounced the development of two applications demonstrating thepower of the new K Virtual Machine (KVM), formerly known asproject KJava VM. The n-tier, distributed computing solutionswere deployed on the 3Com Palm Connected Organizers beingdistributed today to registered participants at the JavaOne(SM)99 Conference. (Ernst & Young is exhibiting in booth 1229 at SanFrancisco's Moscone Center). SUN TO LICENSE JAVASERVER PAGES TECHNOLOGY(TM) TO APACHEDEVELOPER COMMUNITY Agreement Extends Access of Key Java(TM) EnterpriseTechnologies to Web Developers Worldwide San Francisco -- JavaOne(SM) Developer Conference -- June 15,1999 -- Sun Microsystems, Inc. today announced its intention tolicense its JavaServer Pages(TM) technology to the Apachedeveloper community. Under the relationship announced thismorning at the JavaOne Conference, a new project is being formedwithin the Apache developer community to develop Java ServerPages technology for the Apache web server. The relationshipensures broad distribution of JavaServer Pages technology andallows developers to create innovative, Web-based applicationsutilizing JavaServer Pages technology. GEICO INSURANCE AND LIFELINE SYSTEMS JOIN GROWING NUMBER OFENTERPRISE CUSTOMERS LEVERAGING SUN'S AUTHORIZED JAVA CENTERS More than 100 Authorized Java Center Locations in 40 CountriesIntegrate Java Technology Solutions for a Host of MajorEnterprise Customers San Francisco, JavaOne99 - June 15, 1999 - GEICO Insurance andLifeline Systems are the latest in a growing list of industrialleaders to work with Sun Authorized Java Center(SM) locations todevelop and implement business- critical applications based onJava(TM) technology, Sun Microsystems, Inc. said today. SUN ANNOUNCES JAVA 2 PLATFORM, ENTERPRISE EDITION Extends Industrial Strength Java Technologies to Server-Centric Environments San Francisco - JavaOne(SM) Developer Conference - June 15,1999 - Sun Microsystems, Inc. today announced the Java(TM) 2Platform, Enterprise Edition, a full-featured edition of the Java2 platform that extends mission critical enterprise applicationsto any web browser. Combining a number of previously announcedtechnologies in one architecture with a comprehensive ApplicationProgramming Model and Compatibility Test Suite, Java 2 Platform,Enterprise Edition significantly reduces the complexity and costof developing networked applications. SUN INTRODUCES ONLINE EDUCATION FOR JAVA(TM) AND JINITECHNOLOGIES New Web-based Solution Gives Users Quick Access to the Latestin Java Technology Education San Francisco - JavaOne(SM) Developer Conference - June 15,1999 -- Access to the internet and a credit card issued from aU.S. bank enables you to get the training course access you needfor the Java(TM) programming language and Jini(TM) technologiesfrom the source. Sun Microsystems, Inc. introduced a complete,Java-technology-enabled, web-based education solution during theJavaOne conference with modularized courseware for the Javaprogramming language, and newly developed courses on Jinitechnologies. The new education solution can be accessed athttp://suned.sun.com/WLSinfo. Courses range in price from $50 to$95 and will be available August 1. Sun plans to expand web-based course offerings for the Java programming language and theSolaris(TM) Operating Environment later this year. The companyalso plans to offer the web-based learning solutioninternationally this year. SUN LAUNCHES JAVA(TM) ADVANCED IMAGING API, SUPPORTS PLATFORM-INDEPENDENT IMAGING SOFTWARE "Getting the Picture" Made Easier as Java Technology-BasedApplication Helps Software Developers Meet Diverse Imaging Needs,From E-Commerce to Astronomical Analysis San Francisco, CA - June 15, 1999 - From personalizing Web-based images for e-commerce solutions to sharing satelliteimages, Sun Microsystems, Inc.'s Java(TM) Advanced Imagingapplication programming interface (API) allows developers tocreate software for easily manipulating and sharing large,complex files over the Internet. The Java Advanced Imaging API -- which is being launched today at the JavaOne(SM) DeveloperConference in San Francisco -- streamlines the process forcreating powerful imaging software solutions. SUN ANNOUNCES SUPERIOR JAVA(TM) APPLICATION BENCHMARKS FOR THEPICOJAVA(TM) MICROPROCESSOR Achieves the Best Performance for Small, Networked Devices;Reaches 1000 Downloads via Sun Community Source Licensing San Francisco, JavaOne(SM) Developer Conference - June 15,1999 - Sun Microsystems, Inc. (Nasdaq: SUNW) today announced theperformance benchmarks for the picoJava(TM) microprocessor core.The Java(TM) application speeds of the picoJava processor coresperformance rating per MHz are nearly five times that of otherleading microprocessors, making the picoJava processor core anideal choice for the emerging connected consumer appliancemarketplace. The picoJava processor core has now reached 1000downloads via Sun Community Source Licensing (CSL). NEW SERVICES PROVIDE JINI CAPABILITIES TO SUN CUSTOMERSWORLDWIDE Professional Services Java Centers(TM) Take Jini(TM)Technology Vision to Reality for Customers San Francisco - June 15, 1999 - Sun Microsystems, Inc.(Nasdaq: SUNW) today announced the availability of advanced Jinitechnology capabilities from the global network of SunProfessional Services Java Centers locations. SUN ANNOUNCES DEEPLY DISCOUNTED HARDWARE FOR DEVELOPERS New Sun Developer Essentials(SM) Hardware Saves Developers Upto 75% on Key Hardware, Software and Tools San Francisco - JavaOne Developer Conference - June 15, 1999 -Today at the JavaOne(SM) conference, Sun Microsystems, Inc. isannouncing Sun Developer Essentials(SM) hardware, deeplydiscounted hardware with valuable software specifically designedto speed commercial application development for the Java(TM)platform and Solaris(TM) Operating Environment. This new programis being introduced in response to the rapid growth of the SunDeveloper Connection(SM) program, which has recently passed onemillion members, making it the fastest-growing and second-largestdeveloper community in the industry. SUN DEVELOPER CONNECTION(SM) PROGRAM NOW THE FASTEST GROWINGDEVELOPER COMMUNITY IN THE INDUSTRY Sun's Developer Program Reaches One Million Members - theSecond Largest Developer Community in the Industry San Francisco - JavaOne Developer Conference - June 15, 1999 -Today at the JavaOne(SM) conference, Sun Microsystems, Inc. isannouncing that its developer program, the Sun DeveloperConnection, has passed 1,000,000 members, making it the fastest-growing and second-largest developer community in the industry.The Sun Developer Connection program, a comprehensive set ofresources and information tailored to meet the needs of Sun'sdeveloper community, touted 450,000 members at its introductionat JavaOne '98, and has grown by over 110% in the past year. Tocelebrate this milestone and demonstrate its continued commitmentto furthering the adoption of its technologies and providingunparalleled developer resources, Sun is introducing aggressivenew enhancements to the program. These new services includeDeveloper Essentials(SM) hardware, the launch of its nextgeneration Java Developer Connection(SM) portal, and SunEducation Essentials(SM). SUN TO ENHANCE JAVA HOTSPOT(TM) PERFORMANCE ENGINE, MAKE ITAVAILABLE VIA SUN COMMUNITY SOURCE LICENSING PROGRAM

Next Release of Java(TM) 2 Platform, Standard Edition toInclude HotSpot Technology San Francisco - JavaOne Developer Conference - June 15, 1999 -Sun Microsystems, Inc., today said it will boost the speed of itsJava HotSpot(TM) Performance Engine and will make it availablevia the Sun Community Source Licensing program. The company alsoannounced it will include the enhanced technology in its nextupgrade release of the Java(TM) 2 Platform, Standard Edition. SUN EMPHASIZES CONTINUED ADOPTION OF JAVA(TM) PLATFORM FORNETWORKED DEVICES Tao Group, Insignia Solutions, Access Co., Ltd. To CreateTechnology Compliant With the Java(TM) Platform San Francisco - JavaOne(SM) Developer Conference - June 15,1999 Sun Microsystems, Inc. today unveiled three significantagreements that reinforce broad industry support of the Java(TM)platform for all types of networked devices. At the JavaOneDeveloper Conference this morning, Sun detailed its individualagreements with the Tao Group, Insignia Solutions and Access Co.,Ltd. These companies are working to make their respectiveembedded virtual machine technologies compliant with Sun's Javaplatforms for embedded devices, including automobile navigationsystems, digital television sets and smart phones. By deliveringflexible terms and easy access to the Java platform source code,the new Sun Community Source Licensing Program has opened up arange of opportunities for technology developers and Sun to worktogether. SUN OUTLINES THREE EDITIONS OF JAVA(TM) 2 PLATFORM Editions Address Specific Market Opportunities; FacilitateEmerging Markets San Francisco - JavaOne(SM) Developer Conference - June 15,1999 - Today at the JavaOne Developer Conference, SunMicrosystems, Inc. announced a redefined architecture for theJava(TM) platform, aimed at making it simpler for softwaredevelopers, service providers and device manufacturers to targetspecific markets. The architecture constitutes a comprehensive,end-to-end blueprint and integrated set of solutions spanning thefull spectrum of network market opportunities from small,portable consumer devices to the mission critical datacenter. otsOriginal Text Service: Sun Microsystems, Inc. Internet:http://www.newsaktuell.de NOTE TO EDITORS: Press announcementsand other information about Sun Microsystems are available on theInternet via the World Wide Web using a tool such as NetscapeNavigator or Sun's HotJava. Type http://www.sun.com at the URLprompt. CONTACT: Lauren Karp of Burson-Marsteller Tel.: (inthe USA) 415-591-4043 or lauren_karp@bm.com, for SunMicrosystems, Inc. Web site: http://sun.com

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