IBM OS/2 Warp Server Beta Available to Channel Partners

OS/2 Warp Server Training Offered at NetWorld + Interop

AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 18, 1995...IBM announced today availability of the
beta version of OS/2 Warp Server to IBM Business Enterprise Solutions Team
(BESTeam) members. The BESTeam members can also receive OS/2 Warp Server
training at the NetWorld + Interop tradeshow in Atlanta on Thursday,
September 28. The beta program allows BESTeam members to become familiar
with the latest member of the OS/2 Warp family, which can increase their
range of business solutions.

"Clearly, our channel partners will play a significant role in the success
of the OS/2 Warp Server product," said Phil Powers, director of marketing,
LAN systems. "This offering will allow our BESTeam channel partners to be
OS/2 Warp Server experts before the final product is released." IBM is
making the OS/2 Warp Server beta available to thousands of BESTeam members
around the world. The inclusion of the BESTeam members could raise the
OS/2 Warp Server beta program to more than 12,000 testers.

OS/2 Warp Server Beta Training

BESTeam members will also have the opportunity to preview the OS/2 Warp
Server beta at IBM's free hands-on training in a 4-hour session held at
the NetWorld + Interop tradeshow (Sept. 25-29). The training will be open
to BESTeam members, LSEs (LAN Server Engineers) and OSEs (OS/2 Server
Engineers).

Computers will be available for participants to spend approximately 1 1/2
hours familiarizing themselves with the new software. The remaining time
will be spent reviewing competitive data regarding the features and
functions of OS/2 Warp Server vs. Windows NT.

About the BESTeam

BESTeam is IBM's desktop software recruitment and support program for Value
Added Resellers, Network Integrators and consultants. BESTeam members
receive access to strategic software solutions, professional
certification, industry-leading marketing programs and enhanced technical
support. BESTeam programs help its members compete more effectively in the
rapidly growing software services marketplace.

The Complete Business Solution

OS/2 Warp Server is IBM's business server solution for customers ranging
from small businesses to large enterprises. It provides an integrated
platform for the growing application server environment as well as a
complete set of traditional file and print services by combining the
battle-tested OS/2 Warp and LAN Server 4.0 with a wealth of functional
enhancements in system management, backup, remote access and advanced
print function. Now in beta cycle, OS/2 Warp Server is expected to be
generally available in the first quarter of 1996. BESTeam members in the
United States can receive the beta package by calling 1-800-IBM-1822.
Outside the U.S., BESTeam members should contact their local BESTeam
administrative office. Pricing for the final product has yet to be
determined. There will be an upgrade program for LAN Server users.

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