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Gateway's New Budget $999 Notebook Boasts Comprehensive Features; Sleek Solo 1450 Notebook Combines Cutting-Edge Technology With Great Value

    SAN DIEGO, April 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Gateway, Inc. (NYSE: GTW)
today introduces the new Solo(R) 1450 notebook computer -- an incredible value
at only $999(1) that delivers the latest technology, mobility, performance,
and multimedia capabilities, along with a one-year warranty(2) and Gateway's
renowned service and support.
    The sleek new notebook is perfect for home users who want a computer they
can take with them for productivity and entertainment.  Students and schools
implementing mobile wireless learning carts can use the Solo 1450 as a great
device for learning in any environment.  And small office and home office
computer users will appreciate that the Solo 1450 gives them the performance
they need without stretching their budget.
    "Notebook PC buyers always get more for their technology investment from
Gateway -- and the Solo 1450 is packed with more features for the dollar than
ever before," said Mike Stinson, vice president of mobile products, Gateway,
Inc.  "The Solo 1450 is another example of how Gateway is delivering what our
customers need -- great value and performance supported by a world-class
service organization."
    The Solo 1450 can be configured to meet a range of users' needs.  Features
include a choice of large 15.0-inch or 14.1-inch high-resolution displays;
Intel Pentium(R) III or Celeron(R) 1.2GHz Mobile processor; and 128MB of
SDRAM, expandable to 512MB.  Customers who want to enjoy games and music will
appreciate the Solo 1450's Intel 4x AGP graphics along with their choice of
DVD, CD-RW or DVD/CD-RW combo drive.  The Gateway Solo 1450 is also available
with Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP, Home or Professional Edition, and Microsoft
Works Suite 2001(3) or Office XP Small Business Edition.
    Staying in touch is easy with the Solo 1450's connectivity options.
Optional integrated wireless using Wi-Fi(TM) (IEEE 802.11b) technology, an
integrated V.92 56K modem(4) and integrated 10/100 Ethernet enable Gateway
customers to stay connected in a variety of settings.  And because the Solo
1450 weighs only 6.16 pounds(5) and is just 1.28-inch thin, computer users can
take the new notebook anywhere they want to go.
    The Solo 1450 is available now at a starting price of just $999(1).  More
information about the Solo 1450 is available by calling 800-846-2106, via the
company's Web site at http://www.gateway.com or at one of the Gateway(R) stores
nationwide.

    About Gateway
    Gateway, Inc. (NYSE: GTW), a personal technology company, improves
people's lives through a combination of the latest and best hardware,
communication tools, applications, training and service, all wrapped in a
custom financing package.  The company takes a localized approach, utilizing
its Web site, call centers and nationwide network of Gateway retail stores to
build direct relationships with consumers, small and medium businesses and
government and education institutions.  A Fortune 500(R) company founded in
1985, Gateway is the top brand in customer loyalty and for first-time home
computer purchases of Wintel-based PCs(6).  For more information, visit
Gateway's Web site at http://www.gateway.com .

     (1)  Prices and configurations subject to change without notice or
          obligation.  Prices exclude shipping and handling and taxes.
     (2)  Limited warranties and service agreements apply; visit gateway.com
          or call 1-800-846-2000 for a free copy.
     (3)  Pocket Streets for Microsoft(R) Windows(R) CE requires
          Windows(R) CE 2.0 or later.  Hardware available separately.
     (4)  Maximum data transfer rate dependent upon multiple variables.
     (5)  Weight varies with options.
     (6)  From the Harris Interactive Consumer TechPoll(SM) study of
          140,000 PC owners who use the Internet, released March 5, 2001.



SOURCE Gateway, Inc.




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