April 2001 - Page 7 of 9

April 10, 2001

Microsoft Announces Windows XP Embedded Rapid Development Program

Bally Gaming and Systems, Fujitsu Siemens, National Semiconductor, SCM Microsystems, Siemens AG, Toshiba TEC, VenturCom, ViewSonic and Wyse Technology to Participate

April 10, 2001

SQL Server 2000 is the Key to Database Security

Microsoft SQL Server 2000 allows administrators to configure database security flexibly, and supports the U.S. government certification for C2-level installations in sensitive environments.

April 10, 2001

Microsoft Announces Beta 1 of “Talisker,” the Next Version of Windows CE

Commitment to Windows CE 3.0 Expanded Through Innovation Alliance Program And New Board Support Packages

April 10, 2001

Microsoft Puts Spotlight on Security Leadership at RSA Conference 2001

Company Delivers on Promises; Keynote Details Commitment and New Product Security Features

April 10, 2001

Microsoft Office XP Developer Offers Essential Tools for Building and Deploying Office-Based Business Solutions

For the more than 2.6 million developers who create business solutions for the Office platform, Office XP Developer offers a number of improvements and updates.

April 10, 2001

Security Check: Executive Details Promises Kept on Windows 2000 Security Features

In an era of heightened concern for computer security, Microsoft has delivered on a pledge to make security the top priority for its operating systems. Vice President Dave Thompson pledges industry leadership.

April 10, 2001

VeriSign, Microsoft & webMethods Joined by Baltimore Technologies, Citigroup, HP, IBM, IONA, PureEdge and Reuters Announce Industry Support for Second-Generation PKI Standard

XKMS Specification Acknowledged by World Wide Web Consortium (W3C), Paving the Way for Interoperability of PKI Solutions, Digital Signatures and Encryption

April 9, 2001

Security in Numbers: New Microsoft Partner Program Boosts Access to Industry’s Best

Industry executives say the Microsoft Security Services Partners Program helps security firms offer more comprehensive, timely solutions to one of the biggest technology challenges.

April 9, 2001

Top Security Firms Join Microsoft Security Services Partner Program

Microsoft to Join With CSC, Foundstone and Guardent to Provide Managed Security Services for Windows 2000 Customers

April 9, 2001

Women’s Use of Internet Affects Purchasing Decisions

MSN Study Explores What Women Want Online