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To: SirRealist who wrote (12797)	9/19/2000 9:50:15 AM
From: ColtonGang	Respond to of 24256

Major deal for NSM.....3Com Corporation Selects National Semiconductor as a Premier Technology Partner for Information Appliances SANTA CLARA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 19, 2000--National Semiconductor Corporation (NYSE:NSM - news) announced today that 3Com Corporation (Nasdaq:COMS - news) has chosen National as a premier technology partner for its information appliance initiative. ``With innovative technology from National, 3Com is creating compelling Internet appliances for the home,'' said Don Fotsch, vice president and general manager of the Internet Appliance Division of 3Com. ``Just as the Palm(TM) revolutionized the handheld computer market, an Internet appliance should offer a radically simple way for millions of new technology users to access the Internet's rich content.'' National has developed a family of semiconductor solutions--branded under the Geode(TM) technology family--to provide its customers with an optimized set of features for information appliances that can access the Internet. ``Our customers want a simple household device that provides an instant Internet connection without the usual start-up delays and subsequent software load times required by traditional PCs. National's Geode technology provides all of the power, features, and functionality that consumers will need for an optimized Internet experience in a household environment,'' Fotsch added. ``We are proud to participate in 3Com's digital home initiative,'' said Jean-Louis Bories, executive vice president and general manager of National's Information Appliance Group. ``3Com's commitment to the Internet appliance market brings us one major step closer to the day when everyone can easily access the Web through a variety of low cost Internet appliances. 3Com's initiative and leadership in this marketplace will ensure that they deliver solutions that consumers will want and value.'' About 3Com 3Com simplifies how people connect to information and services through easy-to-use, connectivity products and solutions for consumers and commercial organizations. The company also provides access infrastructures and IP services platforms for network service providers. For further information, visit www.3com.com or the press site at www.3com.com/pressbox. About National Semiconductor National Semiconductor provides system-on-a-chip solutions for the information age. Combining real-world analog and state-of-the-art digital technology, the company's chips lead many sectors of the personal computer, communications, and consumer markets. With headquarters in Santa Clara, California, National reported sales of $2.1 billion for its last fiscal year and has about 10,500 employees worldwide. Additional company and product information is available on the World Wide Web at www.national.com. National Semiconductor is a registered trademark and Geode is a trademark of National Semiconductor Corporation. 3Com is a registered trademark and Palm is a trademark of 3Com Corporation. All other brand or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders