Netopia Introduces Timbuktu Web Seminar Enabling Virtual Meetings; Software Allows Windows NT Server to Broadcast any Presenter's Desktop to Multiple Internet and Intranet Users

Business Wire, Dec 7, 1998

ALAMEDA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 7, 1998--Netopia, Inc. (Nasdaq:NTPA), today announced the introduction of Timbuktu Web Seminar -- Netopia's Web-based conferencing solution for the Enterprise, Internet and Education markets.

Timbuktu Web Seminar (TWS) is a web-based ScreenCasting solution that enables professionals to broadcast their deskon in Enterprise environments. Timbuktu Web Seminar puts presenters in front of colleagues, partners, customuniversal reach of Intranets and the Internet, ml Data Corporation. "Products like Netopia's Tifers Unmatched Scalability and Flexibility for the Enterprise

As part of the Timbuktu family of softwao meet simultaneously over the Internet, provid The dynamic TWS server allows the presentesaid Daphne Leonard, Timbuktu Web Seminar Product Manager for Netopia, Inc. "From an IT perspective, Netopia's unique cross platform expertise has been leveraged for Timanageability throughout an organization."

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Purely a software solution, Timbibuted freely. TWS is licensed on a concurrent basis of 10, 30 or 50 simultaneous server connections. -0- *------------------------------------------------minar will be available before the end of Decembat 510/814-5000.

About Netopia, Inc.

Netopia, Inc. is a market leader in developing Internet/Intranet communication tools including high-speed connectivity solutions and real-time collaboration software. Netopia's mission is to help growing businesses establish their Internet presence by providing Web site services and high speed Internet connectivity. Netopia's innovative products and unique customer support provides users with "What the Internet Experience Should Be."

The Company has been successful in helping millions of Internet and Intranet users increase their productivity. Netopia has established strategic partnerships with Netscape (NSCP), Earthlink (ELNK), GeoCities (GCTY) and France Telecom (FTE) to name a few. Headquartered in Alameda, Calif., Netopia's common stock is traded on The Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol "NTPA." Further information can be obtained via phone 510/814-5000, fax 510/814-5023 or Internet at www.netopia.com.

Portions of this release contain forward-looking statements. Netopia, Inc.'s actual results could differ materially from the results discussed in this release. Investors are cautioned that all forward-looking statements involve numerous risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to product development, product acceptance and general economic conditions. A complete description of Netopia, Inc., including related risk factors is discussed in Netopia, Inc.'s public filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission which are available by calling Netopia at 510/814-5260 or online at www.sec.gov.

Note to Editors: The Netopia logo design and Netopia are registered trademarks and "What the Internet Experience Should Be," is a trademark of Netopia, Inc.