Thursday October 14, 10:59 am Eastern Time
Company Press Release
sTupidPC to Bundle MindSpring Internet Access
With AlluNeedPC Program
ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 14, 1999--
AlluNeedPC package includes computer, monitor, home delivery
and installation, training, and three years of MindSpring
Internet service - all for only $39 per month with a $99
deposit!
Atlanta-based personal computer manufacturer, sTupidPC (OTC BB: STPX - news), today introduced the
AlluNeedPC program, the first all-inclusive computer/Internet Access/training package in the market.
The AlluNeedPC will include Internet access from MindSpring Enterprises, Inc. (Nasdaq: MSPG - news), a leading
national Internet Service Provider. Addressing the main issues consumers face when choosing a new computer,
sTupidPC's AlluNeedPC will include free delivery, setup, orientation, extensive in-home training, and it comes
bundled with three years of Internet access service from MindSpring -- all for only $39 per month with a $99 down
payment.
Bart Brannon, President/CEO of sTupidPC says, ''This complete computer system solves the three main obstacles
faced by the new computer buyer: price, training and fear. By combining MindSpring's award-winning Internet
service, software and support, with training from Spire and Compu-Ed 2000, the AlluNeedPC gives folks everything
they need to be connected for only $39 per month.''
The AlluNeedPC is built around AMD's K6-2/400Mhz processor and includes a 6.4GB hard drive, 32MB RAM,
40X CD Drive, 56K v.90 modem, Speakers, 15'' monitor and Microsoft Windows98 operating system. The whole
package is delivered and setup (metro Atlanta only for now) at the consumer's home by a sTupidPC Geeky Delivery
Person (sic) who trains consumers on how to use a computer and the Internet. In addition, each system comes with a
coupon for a free, instructor-led training course on basic computing skills from Compu-Ed 2000 and iLearn
interactive computer-based software from Spire.
''Consumers are now buying computers just to get online and sTupidPC's AlluNeedPC provides a fun and simple
way to get started using the Internet,'' said Lance Weatherby, MindSpring's Executive Vice President of Sales and
Marketing. ''MindSpring was founded with the goal of making it as easy as possible for people to get on the Web
and bundling our services with sTupidPC's products helps us bring a better Internet experience to a larger audience.''
The AlluNeedPC will be available in limited quantities beginning October 19th. Consumers can learn more about the
AlluNeedPC by visiting the sTupidPC web site, stupidpc.com or by calling 1-888-378-8743. Customers
may purchase the AlluNeedPC starting October 19th at any sTupidPC location or online at the company's website.
About sTupidPC
sTupidPC, Inc. (OTCBB:STPX - news) based in Atlanta, manufactures personal computer systems for consumers
and business users. The company was founded on the notion that buying and using a PC should be simple and fun.
sTupidPC aims to provide its customers with the best equipment at competitive pricing and top notch customer
service. sTupidPCs can be ordered by calling 770/448-4150 in Atlanta or 888/378-8743. For more information, visit
the sTupidPC web site at www.stupidpc.com.
About MindSpring
MindSpring Enterprises, Inc. (Nasdaq:MSPG - news) is a leading Internet service provider focused on delivering
outstanding service and support to its customers. By following its Core Values And Beliefs, MindSpring is committed
to doing an exceptional job of serving its customers, its employees, its owners and its community. MindSpring's
dial-up subscribers can browse the World Wide Web, send electronic mail, participate in informative online chats and
access over 20,000 newsgroups. MindSpring offers local Internet access in more than 890 locations throughout the
United States. The MindSpring Biz division is a leading provider of Web Hosting services and domain registrations.
For more information about MindSpring's services, please visit the Web site or call
1-888-MSPRING.
Statements in this announcement other than historical data and information constitute forward-looking statements that
involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those stated or implied by such
forward-looking statements.
NOTE TO EDITORS: sTupidPC and the sTupidpC logo are trademarks of sTupidPC Inc., registered in the United
States.
Contact:
sTupidPC, Inc., Atlanta
Bart Brannon, 770/448-4150
bartb@stupidpc.com
or
MindSpring Enterprises, Inc.
Tish Spearman, 404/815-0771 x22548
tspearman@mindspring.net |
