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XcelleNet Afaria from iAnywhere Wins Network Computing's Editor's Choice Award SYNOPSIS: Network Computing editors cite Afaria as 'compelling and synergistic' and praise its ease of use, rich feature set and granular control of mobile devices. DUBLIN, Calif., Aug. 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- iAnywhere Solutions, Inc., a subsidiary of Sybase, Inc. (NYSE:SY), today announced that XcelleNet(R) Afaria(R) 5.1 received Network Computing's Editor's Choice Award, as highlighted in the publication's August 19 issue. A previous version, Afaria 4.51, won Network Computing's Editor's Choice Award in 2002. Nine vendors were invited to submit their mobile device management software for testing at Network Computing's Real World Labs in Syracuse, New York. The review process focused on a broad range of management features, including inventory, configuration and security, and on an equally broad range of handheld platforms. XcelleNet's Afaria took first place honors over competitors that included Mobile Automation, Intellisync and Novell. "After testing on a multitude of device types, OSs, versions and service providers, we named iAnywhere's XcelleNet Afaria 5.1 our Editor's Choice. It was a breeze to run, with an impressive feature set and granular client control," said Network Computing reviewer, Frank Bulk. "Afaria had a rich set of features across most platforms, and organizations contemplating advanced applications requiring databases should be comforted by its integration with iAnywhere." Afaria is the software of choice for leading companies worldwide who centrally manage and secure devices, data and applications used at the frontlines of business. To read the full review, please visit: http://www.nwc.com/showitem.jhtml?docid=1516f3 About Network Computing Network Computing's Enterprise Architecture Group provides marketers with a cohesive, integrated way to reach over 560,000 crucial technology decision- makers at different points in their organizations, and along the different stages of the IT purchase process. Each publication reaches a specific group of technology-charged individuals -- from the people who are held accountable for all technology purchases across their organizations, to those who focus specifically on the architecture of their applications or network infrastructure, to those who have an even deeper objective to manage, protect and deliver the critical assets of their business. About iAnywhere iAnywhere is the worldwide market leader in mobile and embedded databases, mobile middleware and mobile and remote device management. More than 15,000 customers and 1,000 partners rely on the company's award-winning enterprise products, including SQL Anywhere(R) Studio and XcelleNet frontline solutions. In addition, its AvantGo(R) mobile Internet service has more than ten million registered subscribers. iAnywhere is a subsidiary of Sybase, Inc. (NYSE:SY). Visit http://www.ianywhere.com/ for more information. Sybase, iAnywhere, iAnywhere Solutions, SQL Anywhere Studio, Afaria, AvantGo, and XcelleNet are trademarks, registered trademarks or servicemarks of Sybase, Inc. or its subsidiaries. (R) indicates registration in the United States of America. All other company and product names mentioned may be trademarks of the respective companies with which they are associated. Crystal King iAnywhere Solutions (978) 287-1524 Scott Malinowski Citigate Cunningham (617) 374-4223 DATASOURCE: iAnywhere Solutions, Inc. CONTACT: Crystal King of iAnywhere Solutions, +1-978-287-1524, ; or Scott Malinowski of Citigate Cunningham, +1- 617-374-4223, Web site: http://www.ianywhere.com/

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