Date: Thu, 02 Sep 1999 14:44:54 -0700 To: lwn@lwn.net From: (Chip Dehnert) Subject: Cobalt Networks and Knox Software Backup Linux KNOX SOFTWARE ENHANCES DATA PROTECTION FOR COBALT SERVER APPLIANCES Cobalt RaQ and Cobalt Qube server appliances to bundle "plug and play" backup and recovery software Burlingame, Calif. - September 1, 1999 - Knox Software, a leading supplier of backup solutions for Linux and other server platforms and Cobalt Networks, the leader in network server appliances, announced today the availability of Arkeia software for Cobalt RaQ and Qube family of products. Arkeia provides a comprehensive solution for ISPs and corporations to protect data. Its unique transaction engine allows multiple backups and restores to be performed simultaneously with total reliability. "Arkeia software gives Cobalt customers the added protection for their business critical data placed on Cobalt server appliances," said Kelly Herrell, vice president of marketing at Cobalt Networks, Inc. "This turnkey software package enhances the RaQ and Qube backup solution allowing our customers to effectively maintain their data processing requirements at competitive price points." Arkeia provides incremental and full backups, scheduled or on demand, and preserves directory structure, registry, symbolic links and special attributes. Arkeia utilizes an exclusive multi-flow technology to deliver speeds that are 200 to 300 percent faster than rival software packages. Its Java interface enables the system administrator to manage multiple remote backup servers through the Internet as if they were local backups. "Arkeia is a perfect fit for the Cobalt RaQ and Qube server appliances," said Sam Siegel, president of Knox Software Corp. "Cobalt's creative custom interface for Linux enables customers to take full advantage of Arkeia's ease of use and affordability." Pricing and Availability Pricing for Arkeia 4.2 starts at under $600. A configuration protecting 2 - type 1 computers (UNIX, NT Server), 5 - type 2 computers (Linux, Win 95/98), and utilizing a single tape drive costs less than $1,000. Cobalt RaQ and Qube customers can download the Arkeia software and purchase the package online at http://www.arkeia.com. Arkeia will provide support to Cobalt customers during 30-day trial of Arkeia. Cobalt customers that purchase a fully licensed version of Arkeia will receive 90 days of free support. After the free support period, a standard maintenance contract is available. About Cobalt Networks Cobalt Networks, Inc. is a leading developer of server appliances which extend the reach of the Internet by setting new standards for value, integration, and ease of use. Cobalt's product lines-the Cobalt Qube, Cobalt Cache, Cobalt RaQ, and Cobalt NASRaQ -are widely used as Internet and Web hosting server appliances at businesses, educational institutions and Internet Service Providers (ISPs). Cobalt's solutions are delivered through a global network of distributors, value-added resellers and ISPs. Founded in 1996, Cobalt Networks, Inc. (http://www.cobaltnet.com) is located in Mountain View, California-the heart of Silicon Valley - with international offices in Germany, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the Netherlands. About Knox Software Knox Software Corporation is the leading provider of network backup solutions for Linux, UNIX, Windows and others. The Company's mission is to provide fast, reliable, easy-to-use and affordable network backup solutions for heterogeneous systems through their Arkeia product line. Developed to be efficient, Arkeia uses a combination of multi-flow and multiplexing technologies to significantly increase performance. Knox Software provides a comprehensive solution for ISPs and Corporations to protect their most critical business asset: data. Knox Software has offices in Burlingame, California and Paris, France. For further information about Knox Software please visit our web site at http://www.arkeia.com or contact us at 1-888-333-KNOX. ### Cobalt Networks, Cobalt Qube, Cobalt Cache and Cobalt RaQ are trademarks of Cobalt Networks, Inc. All other product names are trademarks of their respective owners.Chip Dehnert Wilson McHenry Company 650-356-5200 x5207 cdehnert@wmc.com