Xandros SurfSide Linux Now Shipping

Xandros, the leading developer of easy-to-use Linux solutions, today announced that it is shipping Xandros SurfSide Linux. The new desktop product comes with free Skype-to-Skype calling worldwide, and a Plantronics USB headset combo, "ready to plug in and call." Xandros SurfSide Linux is available for purchase in retail stores and from the Xandros web site for a list price of USD $99.95. As a special limited-time offer, it will include a bonus voucher for up to 120 minutes of free SkypeOut calling to any phone number in the world.

Best of Both Worlds

Xandros SurfSide Linux offers a complete Internet experience with Firefox web browsing, Thunderbird e-mailing, and a host of security features including Xandros Anti-Virus, the Xandros Firewall Wizard, encrypted home folders, and secure access to virtual private networks. SurfSide Linux can be installed either standalone or alongside Windows to create a dual-boot "Best of both worlds" machine with SurfSide security, while keeping Windows in reserve to run games and Windows-specific applications that, as of yet, have no counterpart in Linux.

"Xandros' SurfSide is the Linux product for the Microsoft user. It reclaims the joy and excitement of using the net, connecting with friends, and having instant information at your fingertips, without the frustration of dealing with viruses, spam, spyware, and pop-up ads," said Andreas Typaldos, Xandros CEO. "Best of all, the box comes with a Plantronics headset that you simply plug into your USB port, and then call your Skype contacts anywhere in the world for free."

A Complete, Easy-to-Use System

Xandros SurfSide Linux is a complete, easy-to-use desktop operating system designed with Windows users in mind. Outstanding features include:

--  Drag-and-drop DVD burning
--  Seamless file and print sharing on Windows networks
--  OpenOffice.org office suite, compatible with Microsoft Office files
--  Automatic alerts to software updates
--  Access to one of the largest inventories of free Linux software
--  Free Skype-to-Skype worldwide calling
--  Plantronics .Audio 45 - USB headset combo
--  Firefox web browsing
--  Thunderbird e-mail client

The Secure Internet Choice

Xandros SurfSide Linux provides the secure Internet choice:

--  Xandros Firewall Wizard to prevent unauthorized access
--  Xandros Anti-Virus to scan your files and quarantine malicious
    intruders
--  Encrypted home folder option to shield your personal files from prying
    eyes
--  Encrypted phone calls with Skype to keep others from listening in
--  Secure access to your school or business PPTP virtual private network
    (VPN)
--  Immunity from most attacks, since most spyware and viruses exploit the
    vulnerabilities of Windows-based computers

For complete product details, please visit www.xandros.com.

About Xandros

Founded in 2001 with headquarters in New York and research and development facilities in Ottawa, Xandros, Inc. is the leading developer of easy-to-use Linux solutions targeting home and enterprise markets. Xandros pioneered a low-cost alternative operating system that provides seamless compatibility with Microsoft Windows programs and networks. For more information please visit www.xandros.com

Contact: Xenia von Wedel Terpin Communications Group (650) 563-9130 xenia@terpin.com