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To: Kal who wrote (8132)	3/9/1998 1:28:00 PM
From: Rob C.	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 64865

This must be the reason the stock looks so strong today... <Picture><Picture> ÿ <Picture> ÿ Tell Me More - From Infoseek ÿ Business Books at B&N.com <Picture><Picture>Sun Introduces New Version Of OpenGL For Solaris; Provides Developers and ISVs a Faster, More Cost-effective Way to Create Graphics Applications March 9, 1998 8:09 AM EST PALO ALTO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 9, 1998--Delivering on its commitment to the graphics-oriented technical computing market, Sun Microsystems, Inc. is now shipping a major new release of its OpenGL(R) for Solaris(TM) operating environment - the leading price/performance implementation of the industry-standard OpenGL graphics library. OpenGL 1.1.1 for Solaris offers up to 50 percent improved rendering performance and the reliability demanded by graphics professionals in fields including CAD/CAM, medical imaging; industrial design and modeling; oil and gas exploration; and animation. With this release, Sun is one of the first to adopt the latest version of the OpenGL imaging extensions. With this new release, ISVs and solution providers can now perform graphics and imaging operations using OpenGL software within their existing graphics applications with better performance than the previous version (according to the GLperf standard benchmark). In addition, the product has been optimized to take full advantage of the power of the Sun(TM) Solaris(TM) platform, including the new Elite3D and Creator/Creator3D Series 3 frame buffers. The OpenGL for Solaris operating environment on Sun platforms provides a cost-effective solution for ISVs to develop their OpenGL-based applications, which they can then port to other UNIX(R) platforms. "Today's graphics users, whether they're creating a live visualization of a heart in chronic condition or mapping the path of an oncoming hurricane, need software that supplies the best graphics performance possible," said Paula Sager, vice president of Sun Microsystems' Power Client Software Group. "Increasingly, Sun is becoming the platform of choice for next generation graphics applications because of its often industry-leading price/performance." Dramatic Price/Performance Improvement Sun's OpenGL 1.1.1 for Solaris operating environment is optimized to provide maximum performance and portability for ISVs and solution providers. Because it is based on the OpenGL standard, supporting the ARB 1.1 specification, applications written with OpenGL 1.1.1 for Solaris software are portable across the full range of Sun workstations and other UNIX platforms, giving ISVs maximum leverage with their applications. "Sun's new release of OpenGL for Solaris provides us with a high performance, reliable, standardizing method for interfacing our imaging and graphics applications," said Dennis Sigel, president of Virtual Visions Software, Inc. Pricing and Availability Currently available, OpenGL for Solaris operating environment runs on both the Solaris 2.5.1 and Solaris 2.6 operating environments. A free download of the OpenGL 1.1.1 for Solaris runtime is available from the Web at: sun.com. The full OpenGL 1.1.1 for Solaris development kit can be ordered for $245 by calling 1-800-786-7638. JavaOne Thousands of Java technology developers will descend on San Francisco March 24-27 for JavaOne(sm), Sun's 1998 Worldwide Java Developer Conference(sm). Join the inventors of Java(TM) technology and engineers on the front line for an update on the latest happenings in the industry and a technology roadmap for 1998 and beyond. To register dial 800-668-2741 (650-372-7077 for international callers) or visit java.sun.com. For press registration contact Mary Everette Glenn at mary_everette_glenn@yr.com or 202-530-4505. Sun Microsystems, Inc. Since its inception in 1982, a singular vision, "The Network Is The Computer(TM)," has propelled Sun Microsystems, Inc., (NASDAQ "SUNW"), to its position as a leading provider of hardware, software and services for establishing enterprise-wide intranets and expanding the power of the Internet. With more than $9 billion in annual revenues, Sun can be found in more than 150 countries and on the World Wide Web at sun.com. (c) 1988 Sun Microsystems, Inc. All rights reserved. Sun, Sun Microsystems, the Sun Logo, Solaris, and The Network Is The Computer are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc. in the United States and other countries. UNIX is a registered trademark in the United States and other countries, exclusively licensed through X/Open Company, Ltd. OpenGL is a registered trademark of Silicon Graphics, Inc. c Business Wire. All rights reserved.

To: Kal who wrote (8132)	3/9/1998 3:27:00 PM
From: Alok Sinha	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 64865

I spoke with their investor relations today to see if they had provided any guidance to analysts during their mid-qtr review. She mentioned that recent weakness is probably related to pre-announcements from CPQ, INTC and MOT. As far as their latest info, nothing had changed with repsect to the fundamentals and their business model for this qtr, which is back end loaded. She mentioned that, in the past even with most of the sales occuring in the third month of the qtr, traditionally it is a strong qtr. The analysts were reminded of this fact during the meeting, which according to the IR spokewoman was nothing out of the ordinary. As expected, I could not extract anything by the way of material info during the call, except that according to the Co. there was no negative news which will explain the slide. The consensus estimate for this qtr is 60 cents. Stock is taking on its chin due to the uncertainty surrounding PC sales. I am seriously thinking if I should take my profits from my protective put positions, in case it snaps back. Regards Alok