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Novell Partners with Industry Leaders to Host IntranetWorking '97 Across Canada Signature Intranet Event Travels to 10 Cities INTRANETWORKING '97, CALGARY -- February 4, 1997 -- IntranetWorking '97, a cross-Canada event showcasing the latest intranet technology from the market's leaders, kicks off in today in Calgary. IntranetWorking '97 is the premiere opportunity for entrepreneurs, executives and IT professionals to learn about the hottest intranet technology and issues. The events are hosted by Novell Canada Ltd., in cooperation with Aurora Communications Exchange Ltd., Cheyenne Division of Computer Associates, Compaq Canada Inc., Corel Corporation, Eicon Technology Corporation, Hewlett-Packard (Canada) Ltd., IBM Global Services (Canada), iSTAR internet inc., NEC Computer System Division Canada, Oracle Corporation Canada Inc., SCO Canada Inc., Sun Microsystems of Canada Inc., Tektronix Canada Inc., Wall Data (Canada) Ltd. and The Document Company -- Xerox. The explosive growth of intranets is providing important benefits to organizations of all kinds. But like any emerging technology, it also raises many issues which must be addressed in effectively planning, designing, building and managing a successful intranet. IntranetWorking '97 brings expertise and insight from the industry's leaders to all levels of users, showcasing intranet and Internet technology with hands-on demonstrations and seminars. Covering everything from Intranet 101 to security, electronic commerce and Java, IntranetWorking '97's in-depth seminars and demonstrations suit the needs and interests of the entire spectrum of users, from the beginner entrepreneur to the most senior IS professionals. "Corporate intranets are the new business networks," said Don Chapman, vice president and general manager of Novell Canada. "As with any developing technology, reliable information and expertise can be difficult to find. With our industry partners, Novell is delighted to host IntranetWorking '97 and take a leadership role in the evolving Intranet market. At IntranetWorking '97, we address issues such as speed, security, ROI, Java, electronic commerce, remote access and management, in helping our customers understand the possibilities and opportunities in implementing a successful corporate intranet." "Java changes everything. It is the key computing technology for the networked age," said Mike Walsh, director of marketing for Sun Microsystems of Canada Inc. "At IntranetWorking '97, visitors have an opportunity to learn about Java Enterprise Computing, and how Java is enabling the shift from desktop-centric to network-centric computing." "IntranetWorking '97 is the premiere Canadian showcase of intranet technology," said Dr. Michael Cowpland, president and chief executive officer of Corel Corporation. "IntranetWorking '97 is much more than just a tradeshow. It gives users a real-world demonstration of the strengths, pitfalls and exceptional opportunities of an important new technology that will take us to the next level of organization communication and collaboration." IntranetWorking '97 travels to 10 cities across Canada with free admission to all exhibits and seminars. Attendees can register on-line at http://www.novell.com/canada or by phone at 1-800- 892-2922. CALGARY February 4 Calgary Convention Centre ID#:48393 VANCOUVER February 6 Vancouver Trade& Convention Centre ID#:48394 EDMONTON February 11 Edmonton Convention Centre ID#:48395 WINNIPEG February 13 Winnipeg Convention Centre ID#:48396 TORONTO February 18 Metro Toronto Convention Centre ID#:48397 LONDON February 20 London Convention Centre ID#:48398 OTTAWA February 27 Ottawa Congress Centre ID#:48399 VICTORIA March 4 Victoria Conference Centre ID#:48400 MONTREAL March 11 Palais des Congr‚s ID#:48401 HALIFAX March 18 World Trade& Convention Centre ID#:48402 Founded in 1983, Novell 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. Novell Canada is headquartered in Markham, Ontario with sales and service offices in Halifax, Montreal, Quebec City, Ottawa, Calgary and Vancouver. Information about Novell's complete range of products and services can be accessed on the World Wide Web at http://www.novell.com/canada.
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