equinux Leverages Netopia Gateways to Deliver Secure Remote Access for Mac OS X

VPN Tracker Compatibility with Netopia Gateways to Debut at MacExpo in London
London, Nov 21, 2003 -- equinux today announced at the MacExpo in London that VPN Tracker, the market leading IPsec solution for Mac remote users and teleworkers, is now compatible with Netopia’s VPN-enabled broadband gateways. Remote networking with a Netopia gateway is now easier than ever for Mac users, as the software allows remote users to share files, databases and emails over a secure Internet connection.

Setting up a virtual private network environment is a cost efficient and simple way for companies to maximize security without compromising the requirements of remote access. As a market leader in broadband equipment, software and services, Netopia offers a wide range of VPN enabled broadband gateways with a focus on SOHO users and small to medium sized companies. By operating the Netopia gateway together with VPN Tracker, Mac users are now able to remotely access company networks and share files securely over the Internet.

Netopia integrates a broad range of security tools that deliver a convenient, one-box, secure remote access solution. With advanced customization features, Netopia’s routers can be configured to meet any business requirement. Compatible with equinux’s VPN Tracker software, Mac users can now encrypt remote network traffic using the IPSec protocol.

“This is an opportunity for companies still using dial-in connections and modems to move on to a more secure and higher bandwidth solution; VPN is the ultimate technology for remote users to connect to the office network securely”, comments Dominique Fritz, Marketing Manager at Netopia Europe.

With its user-friendly interface VPN Tracker is the worldwide leading Mac OS X client. The software sets up a secure VPN Tunnel over the Internet to the Netopia gateway and allows branch and home workers to securely access the Intranet.

“equinux is dedicated to building quality software for the Mac OS X platform and collaboration with leading gateway manufacturers is very important to us”, says Ortwin Gentz, CTO at equinux. “VPN Tracker is compatible with a wide range of devices, but we are especially proud to announce the collaboration with Netopia. This offers a highly secure way for remote Mac users to connect to the office network. By encrypting the information transmitted over the Internet, no confidential business information will ever be at risk.”

An easy-to-follow how to guide is available at: http://www.equinux.com/us/products/vpntracker/interoperability.html


Pricing and Availability of VPN Tracker and Netopia Broadband Gateways
VPN Tracker 2.2 can be purchased from the equinux website, and from authorized VPN Tracker consultants worldwide. Pricing starts at $89.90 for a single Personal Edition license, the Professional Edition version is $199.90. For multiple licenses equinux offers volume discounts. A Free Evaluation Version of VPN Tracker is available for download at: http://www.equinux.com/us/products/vpntracker/download.html

Netopia gateways are distributed worldwide. More information can be obtained from the company’s Web site at: www.netopia.com or by contacting Netopia European Headquarters at: +33 1 45 29 91 00.

About equinux
Founded in 1998, with offices in Munich and Boston, equinux is the worldwide leader of VPN and APC software for the Mac OS X platform. Famous for the VPN Tracker, that provides secure networking for Mac users, and for the APC Tracker that enables administration of the server configurations connected to an APC device.

equinux is dedicated to provide Mac users with the latest technology, impeccable service and constant development of the products towards the market need. “Interacting with customers, understanding their needs and how they use our technology is essential for equinux.” explains Till Schadde, CEO. “We are committed to developing superior, comprehensible and reliable software systems for Mac users.”

The highly acclaimed VPN Tracker is the market leading Mac OS X IPsec solution that allows companies to connect to other commercial VPN gateways or software gateways, using Linux, Mac OS X or Windows. The software is compatible to more then 130 VPN gateways.

By using APC Tracker combined with an APC device, monitoring and administrating the server configurations will become an easy task. APC Tracker is the only client on the market that provides these functions for the Mac users in a network environment.
www.equinux.com


About Netopia
Netopia, Inc. is a market leader in broadband and wireless products and services that simplify and enhance broadband delivery to residential and business-class customers. Netopia's offerings enable carriers and broadband service providers to improve their profitability with feature-rich DSL smart modems, routers and gateways, software that simplifies installation and reduces ongoing support needs, as well as value-added services to enhance their revenue generation. Netopia's Wi-Fi CERTIFIED(TM) gateways include 3-D Reach(TM) technology delivering enhanced wireless range, security and performance.

Netopia's DSL smart modems, routers and gateways come with a suite of installation wizards and support utilities that offer a comprehensive approach to installation, deployment, service provisioning, application setup, self-diagnostics and troubleshooting. Netopia provides value-added services with its server software platform, including the netOctopus(R) suite of gateway and PC management and customer support software solutions, as well as the Web eCommerce server software. netOctopus Desktop Support and eCare software enable broadband service providers and enterprises to support customers and devices by remotely viewing and operating the desktop or other device.

Netopia has established strategic distribution relationships with leading carriers and broadband service providers including BellSouth, Covad Communications, EarthLink, Eircom, France Telecom, Hong Kong Telecom/PCCW, MegaPath Networks, Netifice, SBC Communications, Swisscom, Telecom Italia and Verizon.


Headquartered in Emeryville, California, Netopia's common stock trades on The Nasdaq Stock Market® under the symbol "NTPA." Further information about Netopia can be obtained on the Web at www.netopia.com

Press contacts:

Netopia
Ms. Dominique FRITZ
Phone.: +33 1 45 29 91 03
e-mail: dfritz@netopia.com

equinux:
Sofie Lindbergh
Phone: +49 89 520 465 324
email: lindbergh@equinux.com