NETCOM Will Resell Livingston Enterprises Routers in NETCOMplete for Business Security Program

Business Wire, July 15, 1996

PLEASANTON, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 15, 1996--NETCOM On-Line Communications Services Inc. will offer the entire line of network routers from Livingston Enterprises Inc., as part of a range of customized security solutions announced today for NETCOM's Business Services Group.

Livingston's routers incorporate unique filtering and firewall technology that controls access to and from Internet services, as well as corporate local area networks. With Livingston firewall technology, businesses can provide information through Web sites and other public services while insulating the corporate network from intruders and unauthorized users.

The Livingston routers are offered as part of a spectrum of certified security solutions in the NETCOMplete for Business program that meet the specific needs of small- and medium-sized businesses. A security solution is tailored for each customer based on a needs assessment conducted by NETCOM.

Ben Slick, vice president and general manager of NETCOM's Business Services Group, said, "Other ISPs offer security products, but NETCOM is offering true security solutions. Our intent is to be a single point of contact for a superior, cost-effective security solution. Livingston routers offer our customers world-class protection when they leverage the Internet as a business tool."

Joe Sasek, Livingston vice president of sales, said: "When making a decision to implement security, there can be a lot of confusion over whether to buy a firewall packet filtering router or an application proxy server. With NETCOMplete for Business, NETCOM has clearly recognized that the Livingston FireWall router meets the needs of a large customer base and can actually complement proxy servers, thus streamlining the decision process."

Livingston Enterprises Inc., founded in 1986, specializes in dial-up access and LAN-to-LAN interconnectivity. Best known for its Internet connectivity products, Livingston supplies its PortMaster Communications Server and a full suite of wide area network and firewall routers to more than 1,500 Internet Service Providers worldwide. Livingston products come with free software updates and lifetime technical support. The privately held company is located in Pleasanton, Calif.

NETCOM On-Line Communication Services Inc. (NASDAC: NETC) is a leading international Internet service provider with years of network experience. Leveraging its own high-speed nationwide TCP/IP-based network, NETCOM provides a range of value-priced Internet services for individuals and businesses.

NETCOM's complete Internet service offering includes reliable local access, software options, personalized services, 24x7 customer support and value pricing. For businesses, NETCOM provides communications solutions including high-speed connectivity, website hosting and content development and intranet services. Internet users can find more information about the company at www.netcom.com. -0-

Certain of the above statements are forward looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. Actual results could differ materially as a result of a variety of factors, including competitive developments, and risk factors listed from time to time in NETCOM's SEC reports. NETCOM On-Line Communication Services is a registered trademark of the company.

CONTACT: Livingston Enterprises Inc.

Joe Sasek, 510/426-0770

sasek@livingston.com

or

Ulevich & Orrange Inc.

William Orrange or Janis Ulevich, 415/329-1590

uando@radiomail.net