PITTSBURGH, PA, December 3, 2001 -- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Advanced Computer & Network Corporation Receives Turbolinux Certification for the JetStor III U160 RAID Array

PITTSBURGH, and SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Advanced Computer & Network Corporation (AC&NC) today announced that it has received Turbolinux 7 Server certification and is now included on Turbolinux's Hardware Compatibility List, found at http://www.turbolinux.com/hcl, for RAID storage systems.

Turbolinux's Hardware Certification program provides customers with assurances of compatibility and reliability when deploying Turbolinux 7 Server.

"We are very excited to get the JetStor III RAID certified with Turbolinux 7 Server," said Gene Leyzarovich, President of Advanced Computer & Network Corporation. "This Turbolinux certification is yet another step in our continuing efforts to support the fast-growing Linux market and open-source community."

"Turbolinux is committed to ensuring enterprise hardware such as JetStor III RAID works seamlessly with TL 7 Server," said Ly Pham, CEO of Turbolinux. "AC&NC's commitment to Turbolinux 7 Server is a tremendous vote of confidence in Turbolinux."

To achieve Turbolinux certification, hardware peripherals and systems undergo a rigorous compatibility testing process performed by highly trained technicians. Successful systems and peripherals are deemed "Turbolinux Certified" and earn the right to use the Turbolinux Certified logo, the only official symbol of Turbolinux hardware compatibility. When a product displays this logo, customers are assured of its compatibility with Turbolinux and can make more confident buying decisions.

JetStor III U160 RAID demonstrations with Turbolinux will be conducted December 5-6, 2001 at the LISA 2001 System Administration Conference in Town & Country Resort, San Diego, California, booth #105.

Complete information about the JetStor III U160 RAID Array, including technical specifications, can be found on Advanced Computer & Network Corporation's web site at http://www.acnc.com/02_01_jetstor_iii_u160.html or by contacting AC&NC's marketing department at 1-800-213-2667 or via e-mail at info@acnc.com

About AC&NC
Advanced Computer & Network Corporation designs, manufactures and markets high-performance, competitively priced data storage RAID systems. With an extensive line of storage solutions for any computing platform and operating system, comprehensive free technical support, and fast on-time product deliveries, AC&NC brings freedom of choice to all clients, from workgroup to enterprise. Our RAID systems ensure rapid, round-the-clock access to all of the information our customers rely on to move forward in the 21st century.

AC&NC's major customers include the world's largest manufacturers, financial services firms, Internet companies, telecommunications providers, educational institutions, various government agencies and the military. With patrons from coast to coast and all over the world, our sharp focus on meeting the clients' needs is unparalleled.

For more information, visit AC&NC Web site at http://www.acnc.com

About Turbolinux

Founded in 1992, Turbolinux Inc. is a global software company providing Linux operating environments and multi-platform software deployment and management products that enable computing assets to be quickly redefined on demand --enabling true flexible processing power. Backed by some of the world's leading technology companies, including Compaq, Dell, Fujitsu, Hitachi, IBM, Intel, NEC, Novell, Oracle, SGI and Toshiba, Turbolinux is headquartered near San Francisco with offices around the world. For more information, visit the Turbolinux Web site at http://www.turbolinux.com

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