Powerful Remote-Control Tool is Recognized for Technical Excellence
SAN FRANCISCO, June 26 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --
Netopia, Inc. (Nasdaq: NTPA), a market leader in broadband gateways and
service delivery software, today announced that Timbuktu Pro for Windows was
this year's recipient of PC World's 2002 World Class Award as Best Remote
Access Software. Timbuktu Pro, Netopia's industry-leading remote control and
file transfer software, was highlighted in the July 2002 issue of PC World
Magazine. Netopia will be presented with a trophy in recognition of this
honor at a special reception held during PC Expo in New York.
For almost thirteen years, Timbuktu Pro has been an industry leading
remote control and file transfer software and is currently in use at over 70%
of Fortune 500 companies. The popular remote control and file transfer
software employs matchless functionality to offer users a scaleable, and
robust multiplatform solution for user support, systems management,
telecommuting, and collaboration across a LAN, WAN, the Internet or dial-up
connections.
"We are truly honored that PC world has recognized Netopia's Timbuktu Pro
for Windows as the leading remote control software available. PC users across
the globe count on PC World's annual World Class Awards to help them make the
most intelligent buying decisions," said Tom Skoulis, senior vice president
and general manager, Netopia. "We are thrilled that Timbuktu Pro has received
this strong endorsement from one of the most widely-read and highly-respected
computer publications on the market."
Celebrating its 20th year, the World Class Awards honor the very best in
computers, hardware, software and the Internet. To select the best of the
best, PC World's editors, testers and contributors examined the entire
spectrum of products that have appeared in the magazine over the past year.
Hundreds of products were judged on performance, value, consistency and
innovation.
"The ultimate buyers' guide, the World Class Awards set the standard for
excellence in the high-tech industry," stated Kevin McKean, editorial director
of PC World. "From printers to personal finance software, corporate PCs to
search engines, the editors reward the finest products and the most
outstanding performers in this annual award program. Congratulations to
Netopia."
About Netopia
Netopia, Inc. develops, markets and supports broadband gateways and
service delivery software enabling carriers and service providers to improve
their profitability with expanded broadband service offerings.
Netopia's broadband gateways are interoperable with all major central
office equipment suppliers, including Alcatel, Cisco, Copper Mountain
Networks, Ericsson, Lucent Technologies, Nokia, Paradyne, Siemens, and Zhone
Technologies. Netopia has established strategic distribution relationships
with leading carriers and service providers including BellSouth, Comcast,
Covad Communications, Earthlink, Everdream, France Telecom, PCCW, MegaPath
Networks, Netifice, SBC Communications, Telecom Italia, Verizon, and WorldCom
group.
Netopia's service delivery platform includes the Netopia's Broadband
eService Technology (BeST), eCare and Web eCommerce server software,
netOctopus and Timbuktu. The Broadband eService Technology enables remote
support and centralized management of installed broadband gateways. The
Netopia eCare Server enables carriers and service providers to support
customers by remotely viewing and operating the customer's desktop computer.
Headquartered in Alameda, Calif., Netopia's common stock trades on The
Nasdaq Stock Market(R) under the symbol "NTPA." Further information about
Netopia can be obtained via phone 510-814-5100, fax 510-814-5021, or on the
Web at http://www.netopia.com.
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may include forward-looking statements. Statements regarding Netopia, Inc.'s
beliefs, plans, expectations or intentions regarding the future are forward-
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1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as
amended. All such forward-looking statements are made pursuant to the safe
harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.
Netopia, Inc.'s actual results could differ materially. Prospective investors
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update any of the forward-looking statements contained herein to reflect
future events or developments after the date hereof. Netopia does not
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investors should review Netopia's public filings with the United States
Securities and Exchange Commission, which are available by calling Netopia at
510-814-5260 or online at http://www.sec.gov.
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CONTACT: Jessica Mullens of Netopia, Inc., +1-510-814-5352 or
jmullens@netopia.com .
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CONTACT: Jessica Mullens of Netopia, Inc., +1-510-814-5352 or jmullens@netopia.com
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