Lynx Announces Support for Embedded Linux Initiative

More than 20 hardware/software vendors to endorse strategic effort

SAN JOSÉ, Calif.—November 29, 1999—Lynx Real-Time Systems, Inc., today announced endorsements from more than 20 hardware and software vendors in the Linux and embedded computing industry, including Hewlett-Packard and Motorola. Many of the companies are partnering with Lynx to announce the availability of their products on BlueCat, Lynx' embedded Linux product.

"These companies offer the critical additional pieces needed to build highly reliable systems based on the Lynx family of operating system products," said Bill Hogan, president and CEO of Lynx. "Their endorsements demonstrate our combined commitment to Linux in the embedded space."

"The depth of technology represented in these endorsements makes this Lynx initiative worth watching," said Paul Zorfass, industry analyst with IDC/FTI. "Their support, combined with Lynx' 12-years of experience in high-end, real-time embedded applications and development support may be the tools needed to expand the advantages of Linux into the embedded world."

To support the initiative Lynx is now providing a Linux development environment as well as technical support, consulting and training services for Linux developers working in embedded applications. Lynx will also deliver a version of Linux for embedded applications, and binary compatibility between Linux and the LynxOS operating system in the coming year.

The initiative endorsers include:

CETIA, Inc., Dolphin Interconnect Solutions, AV Empress Software, Inc., Etnus, LLC., Force Computers, GoAhead Software Inc., Hewlett-Packard Communications Industry Business Unit Embedded Software Operation, Intoto, Inc., Metro Link, Motorola Computer Group Object Computing, Inc., Objective Interface Systems, Inc., ObjecTime, Inc., ParaSoft Corporation, Pigeon Point Systems Co., Radstone Technology, SDL Communications, Inc., Trillium Digital Systems, Inc., VMIC, Inc., Sysgo Real-Time Solutions, and Nissin Software.

About Lynx Real-Time Systems

Lynx Real-Time Systems, Inc. provides the foundation software for reliable and high-performance applications in telecommunications, data communications, avionics, automotive, office automation and process control systems. Lynx supplies embedded software products including scalable real-time operating systems, a software framework for high-availability systems, development tools and technical support worldwide. These products are based on industry standards (POSIX®, Java™ and CompactPCI), and support leading development platforms (Linux, UNIX, Microsoft) to enable customers to leverage their investments in software and education. An ISO 9001 registered company, Lynx holds three patents for real-time software and has two patents pending. Founded in 1988, Lynx is a privately held company with offices in North America, Europe and Asia, with worldwide headquarters in San Jose, California.

LynxOS is a registered trademark of Lynx Real-Time Systems, Inc. Other brand or product names are registered trademarks or trademarks of the respective holders.

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