New Standard Microsystems Corporation Web Site Provides More to Build From

Business Wire, Feb 1, 1999

HAUPPAUGE, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 1, 1999--Standard Microsystems Corporation (NASDAQ: SMSC), the leading worldwide supplier of input/output (I/O) integrated circuits for the personal computer industry, has recently unveiled its redesigned and improved web site located at http://www.smsc.com.

The design efforts focused on refreshing SMSC's home page, optimizing the use of new colors and graphics to make the site visually appealing while reducing download time. Additionally, a new state-of-the-art navigational structure allows for quick access to information throughout the site.

SMSC's goal is to enhance communication within its customer base by making its Web site a comprehensive, clear, concise resource containing design support for devices in SMSC's current product lines - Personal Computer Input/Output, Personal Computer Connectivity, Personal Computer Systems Logic, Personal Computer Local Area Networking, and Embedded Products. New features added to SMSC's home page are the Javascript-generated "remote control" menu panels, which offer quick links to product information by product line or product number. The new home page also provides a link to SMSC's SSL Secure Web Server, which is being designed to allow customers and development partners access to highly-secure design documentation, enabling them to be actively involved in the time-to-market process.

The site is content-rich and is updated continuously, providing SMSC's customers with 24-hour access to the latest product datasheets, application notes, and design support tools. In addition, the site offers corporate information, press releases, and a current listing of career opportunities.

About SMSC

Standard Microsystems Corporation (SMSC) is a worldwide supplier of metal-oxide-semiconductor/ very-large-scale-integrated (MOS/VLSI) circuits for the personal computer industry. SMSC has the leading position in input/output (I/O) integrated circuits for PCs with over 120 million units shipped and, additionally, supplies integrated circuits for PC connectivity, local area networks, embedded networking, and microprocessor core logic chipset technologies. The Company also operates a wafer foundry that specializes in MicroElectroMechanical Systems (MEMS) devices. SMSC is a leading supplier of MEMS, with more than 20 million devices delivered to date.

Standard Microsystems is based in Hauppauge, New York and maintains offices worldwide, including locations in North America, Asia, Europe and Japan. SMSC operates engineering, marketing and sales centers in San Jose, CA; Westborough, MA; Hauppauge, NY and Austin, TX. More information about the Company is available on the World Wide Web at www.smsc.com.

Standard Microsystems is a registered trademark and SMSC is a trademark of Standard Microsystems Corporation. Product names and company names are the trademarks of their respective holders.