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NETmachines Pumps Up The Power In RedRak Servers

NETmachines RedRaktm Web Servers Add New Software Features for Greater Security and Internet Server Capabilities

ORLANDO, Florida, May 23, 2000 - Renowned for manufacturing the industry's most flexible, affordable and robust Web server appliances, NETmachines, Inc. (www.NETmachines.net) today announced a new and free software upgrade for their RedRaktm Web server appliances that further increases their stalwart firewall security and advanced Internet server features.

With the ever constant threat of virus and hacker attack, NETmachines is committed to continually provide our customers with the most aggressive security and Internet server management features possible," said Peter Tsepeleff, president of NETmachines. "With this new RedRak server upgrade, our customers can rest assured knowing that their RedRak servers are leveraging the most up to date firewall and Internet Server features possible - free of charge from NETmachines."

Recognizing the need for greater security without sacrificing flexibility, NETmachines has developed and integrated the following security and performance features into all new RedRak servers:

Further extending server functionality, NETmachines is also adding the following new software features for free: Existing RedRak server customers will be able to request the new server upgrade CD by calling (925) 737-1600.

Available worldwide, NETmachines' RedRak servers are FCC class B, UL, CE, TUV and CSA certified. RedRak servers are backed by one-year hardware and 90-day software warranties, and a leading service and support infrastructure. Estimated street prices for entry-level RedRak servers start as low as $999. About NETmachines, Inc.

NETmachines Inc. is a leading developer of Internet, e-commerce and Linux-centric appliance and communications solutions. NETmachines commands a rich Linux, networking and hardware expertise to forge their RedRak solutions that lead the industry with unparalleled performance, reliability, affordability and ease of use features. Headquartered in Pleasonton, California, NETmachines' RedRak solutions are sold direct to ISPs, small and medium sized businesses and value added resellers that service vertical markets such as education and healthcare.

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