Press Release

Novell Changes Name of Channel Partner Program

OREM, Utah -- February 24, 1997 -- Novell, Inc. today announced that the National Network Integrator (NNI) program will be the new name for the company's initiative aimed at promoting the business of select corporate reseller organizations and distributors. Formerly called the National Service Partner program, the NNI program provides funding, technical tools, copies of Novell software, marketing assistance, and other benefits to qualified partners.

To learn more about the NNI program, please call Troy Monney at 801-222-2039.

Founded in 1983, Novell (NASDAQ: NOVL) is the world's leading provider of network software. The company offers a wide range of network solutions for distributed network, 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.

Press Contact:
Terri Molini
Novell, Inc.
Phone: (408) 577-6738
Internet: tmolini@novell.com