16 May 2002 - Citrix Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq:CTXS), a global leader in virtual workplace software and services, announced today that it has reached an agreement to formalise continued access to Microsoft* Windows* Server code.
In 1997, Microsoft and Citrix entered into an agreement whereby Citrix developed technology for Microsoft that is now part of the Windows Server operating systems. Bob Kruger, senior vice president, product development and chief technology officer for Citrix, said today’s agreement is a logical next step in Citrix’s relationship with Microsoft.
“This deal does not extend the 1997 agreement,” Kruger said. “Rather it ensures that Citrix will continue to have access to new Windows releases in the future. It also demonstrates Microsoft’s recognition of the value Citrix solutions add to the Microsoft platforms.”
Citrix will have access to current and future Microsoft server operating systems including access to terminal server interfaces for three years.
Citrix* MetaFrame* application serving software works with and adds value to the Windows server operating systems.
The programme agreement does not include financial payments to or from either party.
Conference Call Information
Citrix will host a conference call today at 8:30 a.m. EDT to discuss the details of the agreement. The conference call may be accessed via Webcast at www.citrix.com/investors or by dialing +1 888 799 0519 or +1 706 634 0155, using passcode: CITRIX. A replay of the conference call will be available through 24 May 2002, by dialing +1 800 642 1687 or +1 706 645 9291 (passcode
required: 4234355) and via webcast at www.citrix.com/investors.
About Citrix
Citrix Systems, Inc. is a global leader in virtual workplace software and services that provide access to applications, information, processes and people on any device, over any network, anywhere, anytime. Citrix makes today’s digital office completely virtual - instead of having to go to your office, the office follows you. Working with the world’s top industry, integration and consulting partners, Citrix delivers enterprise-ready solutions to business challenges including application deployment, remote office connectivity, workforce mobility and business continuity. More than 120,000 companies worldwide use Citrix Solutions for the Virtual Workplace to give users more mobility, give IT organisations more flexibility and reduce the cost of computing.
Citrix offers two families of products that enable virtual access to
information: Application Server software, including MetaFrame XP™, MetaFrame® for Windows® and MetaFrame for UNIX®; and Access Portal software, including NFuse® Elite and NFuse Classic. The company markets its products through a well-established indirect channel comprising more than 7,000 resellers, integrators and consultants. In fiscal 2001, the company had net revenues of $591.6 million. Citrix is traded on the Nasdaq Stock MarketSM under the symbol CTXS, and is part of the Standard and Poor’s 500 Index. Citrix is headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. For more information, please visit the Citrix Web site at http://www.citrix.com.