Lycoris brings the Linux desktop to your handheld

Maple Valley, WA February 5, 2004--Lycoris, a leader in Linux-based Desktop Operating Systems, has announced Desktop/LX Pocket PC Edition, a commercial ready Linux operating environment optimized for handheld devices. This release is based on open standards-based Linux and delivers a complete solution for next generation handhelds including support for the Sharp Zaurus and Compaq iPAQ.

Desktop/LX Pocket PC Edition is based on the standard Linux kernel and supports wired, USB, infrared, and Wi-Fi (80211.b) networking, including integration with Windows Networking via the Lycoris' Network Browser application. A full featured Personal Information Management (PIM) suite offers applications such as contact manager, to-do manager, calendar manager, and other key productivity applications. Device input support includes gesture-based handwriting recognition, on-screen keyboard, built-in touchscreen, pickboard, and a physical keyboard on select devices. Playback of popular audio, video, and streaming media formats is supported along with web-browsing for full HTML and CSS4 protocols and POP3 e-mail. The software synchronizes with Lycoris' popular Desktop operating systems, including Desktop/LX Personal, Professional, and Tablet Editions. A full list of support features are available: http://www.lycoris.com/products/pocketpc/.

"Lycoris' Desktop/LX Pocket PC Edition allows users to experience the powerful Linux desktop in the palm of their hands," remarked Joseph Cheek, President and CEO of Lycoris. "This release cements Lycoris as a leader in the desktop and mobile productivity workspace. Users can now enjoy the same power, simplicity, and trademark ease of use on handheld devices that they do with Desktop/LX on their tablet and desktop PCs."

Lycoris offers a full line of award-winning Linux software targeting desktops. laptops and tablet Pcs. The company's solutions are proven across multiple form factors and include full support for wireless communications, networking, web browsing, and power management, among advanced features. Lycoris products are available online and through retailers worldwide.

Desktop/LX Pocket PC Edition was demonstrated at LinuxWorld Expo in New York as part of the Desktop Linux Consortium's Pavillion last week and is scheduled for general availability in Q2 2004.

For more information, contact the Lycoris Sales Team or visit Lycoris online at http://www.lycoris.com/.

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