Apple Introduces New Version of Macintosh Application Environment (MAE) For
HP and Sun Workstations

Adds Networking and Performance Enhancements

UNIFORUM, Dallas, Texas--March 14, 1995--Demonstrating its commitment to
open systems, Apple Computer, Inc. today introduced a new version of
Macintosh Application Environment (MAE). This innovative software product
brings the functionality and ease of use of the Mac OS operating system to
Sun Microsystems SPARCstations running the SunSoft Solaris operating
system, and to Hewlett-Packard Company's HP9000 workstations running
HP-UX, allowing users of these computer systems to run Macintosh
applications. MAE 2.0 extends the power of Version 1.0 with the inclusion
of AppleTalk networking, MacTCP support, substantial performance gains and
support for Macintosh sound-based applications.

"With MAE running on Sun workstations we can provide our users with access
to Macintosh applications very easily with a reduction in support costs,"
says Mike Cooper, manager of systems administration at the University of
Southern California. "MAE 2.0 gives us the added advantage of AppleTalk
networking support, allowing our MAE users to utilize our existing
extensive network of AppleTalk servers and installed applications anywhere
on the campus-wide network."

"MAE 2.0 provides a significant productivity solution to UNIX customers by
enabling them to maintain integration with their corporate networks while
running high-quality, low-cost productivity applications on their
workstations," said Guerrino De Luca, vice president of sales and
marketing for the AppleSoft division.

HP and SunSoft Support MAE 2.0

"With MAE 2.0, HP continues to make available to our customers the best
productivity tools on our HP9000 workstations," said Bernard Guidon,
General Manager of HP's Workstation Systems Division. "HP-UX users
significantly benefit by having the ability to run the same Macintosh
personal productivity applications used by Macintosh-based departments.
The increased performance and addition of AppleTalk networking in MAE 2.0
will be particularly useful to our customers. We look forward to our
continuing relationship with Apple on this product."

"We are excited about the introduction of MAE 2.0," said Dave Power, vice
president of PC Integration Products at SunSoft, Inc. "MAE is a key part
of our universal desktop strategy, allowing us to support multiple
environments on a single platform. The new features in MAE 2.0,
particularly the addition of AppleTalk networking, allow Solaris customers
running on SPARC workstations to share information and networked resources
very easily with Macintosh users."

Product Description

MAE 2.0 is a Macintosh emulation product that enables users to run
Macintosh personal productivity applications on UNIX workstations while
providing significant interoperability with other Macintosh computers in
the enterprise. MAE 2.0 provides the capabilities users expect with any
standard Macintosh computer. MAE 2.0 also adds Macintosh file handling and
navigation to the UNIX file system. Because of the integration between MAE
2.0 and the UNIX environment, users can copy and paste text and graphics
between UNIX and Macintosh applications as well as launch UNIX
applications from MAE 2.0.

One of the most significant new features in MAE 2.0 is the built- in
AppleTalk networking capability. AppleTalk networking makes it easy to
share printers, files, and email with other Macintosh and MAE users on a
network. As well, users now have the ability to run AppleTalk-based
applications. MacTCP support, also a new feature, allows UNIX workstations
running MAE to access the Internet and use TCP/IP-based applications. In
addition, MAE 2.0 has enhanced file system support, which makes it easier
for users to access, display and manipulate remotely mounted files from
Network File System (NFS), or Andrew File System (AFS).

The performance of MAE 2.0 has been increased significantly over Version
1.0 by making use of a technology called Dynamic Compilation. This
technology takes segments of emulated code that are executed repeatedly
and compiles and executes these segments as native code. Dynamic
Compilation increases the performance of MAE by an average of 50%.

Other new features include dynamic resizing, which provides the ability to
resize the MAE 2.0 window without restarting MAE; support for Macintosh
sound-based applications; a license binder, which allows system
administrators to keep track of who is using the product; and QuickTime
and HyperCard Players.

MAE 2.0 Extends Market Opportunity for Macintosh Application Developers

Apple has maintained the same high-level of compatibility it established
with MAE 1.0 assuring customers that hundreds of Macintosh applications
are compatible with MAE 2.0. "Being able to run Macintosh applications
such as Claris Impact, FileMaker Pro and ClarisWorks brings great
productivity and usability benefits to UNIX users," said Daniel Eilers,
president and CEO for Claris Corporation.

Availability and Pricing

MAE 2.0 is available in the United States through authorized Apple
Resellers, distributors and system integrators for the suggested retail
price of U.S. $599.00. Customers may also order MAE 2.0 in the United
States directly from Apple, by calling 1-800-769-2775 ext.7675.
Availability and pricing outside the United States varies by country.
Volume license options and multi-pack pricing is also available. In Europe
and in the Pacific region, customers should call their local Apple
reseller or dealer, or call APDA at 716-871-6555.

Customers can learn more about MAE 2.0 by exploring the wide variety of
information that is available via the Internet. Users can access the MAE
web site at http://www.mae.apple.com/ or at Apple's FTP site at
ftp.support.apple.com (/pub/mae directory).

Apple Computer, Inc., a recognized pioneer and innovator in the information
industry, creates powerful solutions based on easy to use personal
computers, servers, peripherals, software, online services, and personal
digital assistants. Headquartered in Cupertino, California, Apple
(NASDAQ:AAPL) develops, manufactures, licenses and markets products,
technologies and services for the business, education, consumer,
scientific & engineering and government markets in over 140 countries.

Apple Computer Inc
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