Press Release

Novell - First Choice To Provide Networking Solutions For World Leaders At World Economic Forum In Davos

LONDON, England -- January 30, 1997 -- Novell, Inc. (NASDAQ: NOVL) the world leader in networking, has been selected to provide networking support to the world's foremost meeting of business and political representatives, the 1997 World Economic Forum (WEF). The theme of the meeting, which is to be held in Davos, Switzerland between January 30 and February 4, is "Building the Network Society." Under this agreement, Novell will provide network infrastructure for the Annual Meeting including messaging and internet tools. Novell will also provide the resources to install and support the systems during the event.

In addition, Novell will provide:

  • a customised networked messaging system to enable attendees to collect information and profiles on attendees and their companies electronically and send e-mail messages to colleagues via an Intranet system.
  • a 'Cyber Lounge' providing attendees with a meeting place and Internet access. Information will be provided on relevant products and services within the networking field.
These facilities will enable world leaders throughout the WEF annual meeting to trial Intranet and Internet facilities and experience first-hand the services that are 'Building the Network Society.'

Tony Hall, EMEA Marketing Director at Novell commented: "The World Economic Forum provides world leaders with a platform for direct and efficient interaction and the networking and Intranet services provided by Novell during the Forum will ensure the appropriate infrastructure will be in place. As the leading networking provider, Novell understands the technological requirements of today's business communications and we can provide the entire range of necessary services."

The services provided by Novell for the Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum are based on Novell's market leading IntranetWare and GroupWise products, also including applications customised by Novell especially for the World Economic Forum. Internet access will be provided through Novell's IntranetWare and NetWare Web Server. Novell's provision for the Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos, is part of an extended agreement with the World Economic Forum under which Novell will provide communications infrastructure for WEFs regional summits and Annual Meetings until the end of 1999.

Founded in 1983, Novell, Inc., is the world's leading provider of network software. The company offers a wide range of network solutions for distributed networks, Internet, intranet and small-business markets. Novell education and technical support programs are the most comprehensive in the network computing industry. Information about Novell's complete range of products and services can be accessed on the World Wide Web at http://www.novell.com and further details on the World Economic Forum can be accessed on the World Wide Web at http://www.weforum.org/.

Press Contacts:
Sandrine Leroux
Novell Europe
Tel - 01344 724071

Anna Laverack / Jos Cleare
Hill& Knowlton PR
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