Press Release

Visara International Announces Participation in the Tarantella Technology Alliance Group (TAG) - Thin Client Edition Partnership Program

Partnership Ensures Customers More Complete Thin-Client Solutions through Innovative Hardware and Software Developments

Raleigh, N.C. – [January 5, 2004] – Visara International, a world leader in the innovation, development and delivery of Network Computing solutions, today announced its alliance with Tarantella Technology through the Technology Alliance Group (TAG) - Thin Client Edition Partnership Program.

The primary objective of TAG is to unify complementary hardware and software solutions, bringing together product vendors in both technology and marketing partnerships. Founding members of TAG include Sun Microsystems, Inc., IBM, Wyse Technology and other thin client industry leaders.

“Visara is pleased to be a part of the TAG program and we look forward to the joint opportunities for development and market awareness that this partnership brings us,” said David Turner, Vice President Sales and Marketing, Visara International.

“Our goal is to provide thin-clients solutions which ease deployment and increase control for IT departments. We have a commitment to the marketplace to provide dependable, flexible, modern and intelligent solutions, and this partnership furthers our commitment to our customers. We are looking forward to being an active part of the TAG Program and to further developing our thin-client line of products for our customers,” said Turner.

A full list of TAG partners, along with complete listings of other members, is shown on the Tarantella Web site www.tarantella.com.

About Visara
Visara International is delivering the power of Network Computing today. Headquartered near Research Triangle Park, NC , Visara is a global leader in the innovation and development of network computing solutions. With over 25 years in the industry, Visara has an installed base of over 2 million networked desktop devices worldwide. Combining innovation and experience makes Visara a leading designer and manufacturer of inter-network solutions. With offices throughout North America and internationally, Visara designs, delivers and services its products through a worldwide network of direct and indirect sales. For additional information about Visara's products and solutions, please visit our website at http://www.visara.com or email us at info@visara.com.

About Tarentella
Tarantella is a leading provider of secure, application access software that enables organizations to access information and applications across all platforms, networks and devices. Tarantella bridges the gaps between vendors, ensuring that customers have complete access to business-critical information. Using Tarantella's software, customers realize the benefits of secure corporate data, maximized return on existing IT assets and improved productivity. The company markets its flagship product, Tarantella Enterprise 3, through key industry partnerships including Sun Microsystems, a direct sales force and a worldwide network of consultants and resellers. Tarantella is headquartered in Santa Cruz, California. For more information, please visit the Tarantella website at http://www.tarantella.com.

Media Contact:
Wendy Woodall
Marketing Communications Manager
Visara International
woodall@visara.com
919-882-5414