(BOSTON, MA, LinuxWorldExpo) February 14, 2005 — Xandros, the leading developer of easy-to-use Linux solutions, today announced the version 3 release of the Open Circulation Edition of its Linux desktop operating system (OS). The new release provides a new Internet experience with Firefox web browsing, Skype Internet calling, and Thunderbird e-mailing. The Xandros Open Circulation Edition is available for download at no charge from the Xandros web site www.xandros.com.

"We are very excited to offer a new Web experience with our open circulation desktop release," said Andreas Typaldos, Xandros CEO. "I invite long-suffering Windows users to take the Xandros challenge: download our Open Circulation release, create a dual-boot Xandros-Windows machine, and then see for yourself who provides the more enjoyable on-line experience."

The Open Circulation Edition of the Xandros Desktop OS provides a secure, stable Windows replacement for everyday desktop use and everything users need for a carefree Internet experience . It offers free Skype-to-Skype calling worldwide, Firefox browsing, and Thunderbird e-mail with automatic spam filtering. Other outstanding Xandros benefits include:

• Four-click install with automatic disk partitioning
• Dual-boot installation with Windows XP
• Industry-leading hardware detection and configuration
• Drag-and-drop CD burning in Xandros File Manager
• Seamless file and print sharing on Windows networks
• Resistance to spyware, adware, and pop-ups

Open Circulation Edition users have full access to user forums and software updates through Xandros Networks. CD burning speed in Xandros File Manager is limited to the minimum burning speed of your CD burner, and certain features like technical support found in Xandros commercial desktop products are not included. Please see the Xandros product comparison matrix for further details.

Individuals can install the software for their personal, non-commercial use and pass it on to their friends through download mirror sites or by copying the installation CD. Please visit the Open Circulation product page for further details and download links.