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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE LINEO AND MOTOROLA JOIN FORCES TO BRING EMBEDDED LINUX TRAINING TO PROFESSIONALS New Training Services Provide Additional Resources For Embedded Linux Developers LINDON, Utah-May 16, 2001-Lineo,=D4 Inc., a leading innovator in embedded systems, real-time and high availability solutions and Motorola Computer Group, business unit of Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT) and the world's leading supplier of embedded computing platforms for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), today announced a formation of a formal agreement to cooperate in delivering training courses for developers, focusing on all areas of embedded Linux=AE, including uClinux=99 and real-time operating systems. The initial course will concentrate on uClinux, a micro version of the popular Linux operating system that is commonly used in embedded devices. The course will also teach the basic characteristics of Linux that make Linux well suited for use in embedded environments. "Working with Motorola allows Lineo to rapidly extend its established training programs," said Richard Larsen, senior vice president of sales, marketing and services, Lineo, Inc. "These training courses enable embedded Linux developers to quickly understand and implement embedded Linux technologies in their target systems as well as make more informed decisions concerning future development platforms." "Through this collaboration with Lineo, developers can have hands-on access to high quality, professional training designed to increase their skills in the field of embedded development with Linux," said Dan Greening, manager of worldwide technical product training, Motorola Computer Group. "Motorola is dedicated to bringing in-depth technical training programs such as Lineo's Linux curriculums to the embedded market. This will provide the necessary additional educational resources for Linux developers worldwide." Pricing and Information The three-day training course will be taught at the Lineo Embedded Systems Center in San Mateo and will begin June 5. For more information regarding registration, pricing and course content, contact Lineo at http://www.lineo.com/education, via email at education@lineo.com or by phone at 801.426.5001. About Lineo, Inc. Lineo, Inc. provides embedded systems, real time and high availability solutions that include software, hardware reference designs and professional services. Lineo's solutions allow OEMs to create devices and systems that interact with the Internet while helping OEMs to reduce system requirements, per-unit costs and time-to-market. The company's key product lines include: Embedix=99 (embedded Linux system software), uClinux=99 (embedded Linux for MMU-less processors), SecureEdge=99 (Linux-based Internet appliances including VPN Internet routers, firewalls and network attached storage), RTXC=99 (general purpose and DSP real-time operating system), BeaconSuite=99 (x86 development toolkit) and Availix=99 (mission-critical high availability Linux cluster solutions). Contact Lineo at http://www.lineo.com, via e-mail to info@lineo.com or by calling (801) 426-5001. About Motorola Motorola Computer Group (MCG) is a business unit of the Motorola Integrated Electronic Systems Sector (IESS). MCG is the world's leading supplier of B2B embedded computing platforms for telecommunications, network storage, imaging, medical equipment, and semiconductor production and test equipment applications, with core competencies in services and training, design, manufacturing, and systems integration capabilities. IESS is a leading provider of advanced electronic products and systems for customers integrating electronics into their products. Motorola IESS solutions provide the brains - the DigitalDNA=99-that make electronic systems simpler, safer, smarter and more synchronized. www.motorola.com/computer. Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT) is a global leader in providing integrated communications solutions and embedded electronic solutions. Sales in 2000 were $37.6 billion. www.motorola.com ### Lineo is a trademark of Lineo, Inc. Linux is a registered trademark owned by Linus Torvalds. All other products, services, companies and publications are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. MOTOROLA and the stylized M Logo are registered trademarks of Motorola, Inc. All other product or service names are the property of their respective owners. =E2 Reg. U.S. Pat. & Tm. Off. =E3 2001 Motorola, Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in U.S.A. = Press Only, Contact: Amber Hunter Lineo, Inc. 801.426.5001 ext. 363 amber.hunter@lineo.com Shannon Reid Motorola Computer Group 602.437.6701 shannon.reid@motorola.com