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To: Gilbert Drapeau who wrote (253)	2/14/2000 1:22:00 PM
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Eicon Secures Hi/fn Processor for DSL Modems-Hi/fn to Supply Eicon with Integrated Security Chips for Remote Access Devices FEBRUARY 14, 2000 MONTREAL, CANADA/LOS GATOS, CALIFORNIA--In response to market demands for more advanced remote access security, Eicon Technology Corporation and Hi/fn(R) Inc. (Nasdaq: HIFN) jointly announced today that Eicon will use Hi/fn's integrated security processor, the Hi/fn 7901, in its DSL products currently under development. "By 2004, nearly 9 million US households will subscribe to cable data services and nearly 7 million will subscribe to xDSL services," said John Pescatore, research director for GartnerGroup's network security services. "With approximately 16 million US households using these broadband technologies, it's crucial that enterprises understand the threat broadband access can have on their security systems. The cost of responding to security incidents from Internet-based remote access via broadband technology will be 200 percent more than that related to users connecting over dial-up Internet access methods." The Hi/fn 7901 will provide Eicon's DSL solutions with a highly integrated solution for compression, encryption, authentication, public key and random number generation. With this wide scope of security options, Eicon's DSL devices will be able to offer secure Virtual Private Network (VPN) applications for the small office/home office (SOHO) and branch office environments. "The Hi/fn processor will address critical communications security performance requirements," said Maks Wulkan, Executive Vice President, Eicon Technology. "With the 'always on' access provided by DSL and other broadband technologies, we must ensure that our customer's information is safe while still maintaining the highest level of performance." Using a dedicated chip to deal with computationally complex security algorithms, such as triple-DES (Data Encryption Standard) encryption, RSA public key and LZS(R) compression, Eicon's DSL devices will be able to provide data throughput at wire speed. The Hi/fn chip will be fully integrated with Eicon's VPN/IPSec capabilities. "The cost of broadband remote connections is coming down as usage is increasing, making fast Internet access available to a larger public," says Stefan Braken-Guelke, Hi/fn marketing and sales vice president. "Eicon's product offerings will ensure that this experience is enhanced by using the 7901 security processor to implement a robust security infrastructure." Hi/fn, Inc. Hi/fn, Inc., of Los Gatos, California makes integrated circuits and software for manufacturers of computer networking products. Hi/fn's integrated compression-encryption technology is central to the growth of the Internet, helping to make electronic mail, web browsing and Internet shopping faster and more secure. Nearly all network equipment manufacturers use Hi/fn's patented technology to improve data packet processing. Hi/fn was founded in 1996 and trades on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange under the HIFN symbol. For more information, contact: Hi/fn, Inc., 750 University Avenue, Los Gatos, CA 95032. Phone:408-399-3500. Fax:408-399-3501. Web:http://www.hifn.com. Eicon Technology Corporation Eicon Technology Corporation is a worldwide provider of remote access products for personal computers. The Company develops, markets and supports hardware and software products for connecting network servers and desktop and notebook PCs to corporate networks, host computers and the Internet. Its products are sold in more than 80 countries through a network of certified channel partners and Original Equipment Manufacturers. Eicon Technology shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol "EIC." Information about Eicon and its products is available at eicon.com. FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENT NOTICE This press release contains forward-looking statements that are subject to risk and uncertainties, including risks associated with the success of the ongoing technology development efforts, the ability to successfully integrate new technology into products in a cost-effective manner, the timing of new product introductions, intense competition in the network and storage equipment industries and the significant uncertainty of market acceptance of new products. These and other risks are detailed from time to time in Hi/fn's SEC reports as well as in Hi/fn's registration statement on Form S-3. Eicon and DIVA are registered trademarks of Eicon Technology Corporation. Hi/fn and LZS are registered trademarks of Hi/fn, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their owners. SOURCE: GartnerGroup / John Pescatore / February 2000