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To: Hal Campbell who wrote (3862)	11/20/1998 1:29:00 AM
From: MARCIA J. SHATTAN	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 17679

Browsing the Compusa thread came across the following & wonder if it is a threat to AXC or a takeover candidate. I'm not a techie so please keep any response simple, if possible. Thanks. mjs \| Next \| Respond \| Earnings \| LAS VEGAS (Nov. 18) BUSINESS WIRE -Nov. 18, 1998--Meridian Data Inc. (Nasdaq/NMS:MDCD), the leading provider of simplified network storage solutions, has won the prestigious PC Computing 1998 Usability Achievement of the Year Award. The Snap! Server has been recognized for its ability to provide gigabytes of instant network storage, in just minutes. The Usability Award recognizes significant pioneers and innovators in the technology industry over the past year. PC Computing, read by more than one million technology-focused business professionals, announced the favorites during its ninth annual awards ceremony in Las Vegas, at COMDEX/Fall, one of the world's largest computer trade shows. "The Snap! Server is a great example of a product that is revolutionizing the network storage category by delivering a compelling and comprehensive storage solution to small business and workgroup network users," said Greg Mason, publisher of PC Computing. "We are honored to receive this distinguished recognition at the PC Computing Award ceremony and are pleased that this premier technology magazine has spotlighted the Snap! Server and the value that it delivers," said Chuck Joseph, Meridian Data's executive vice president. "These accolades are confirmation from a leading industry resource that the Snap! Server is a viable storage solution for small businesses and corporate workgroups who have an immediate need for simple network attached storage." Customers are looking for solutions that are simple to use and fit within the corporate budget. Adding storage can potentially be a daunting task, but as PC Computing has recognized, the Snap! Server is void of any hassle or network downtime -- ease of use is truly its flagship feature. The Snap! Server satisfies the ever-increasing need for additional file storage on networks. It plugs directly into any available Ethernet port -- while the network is running -- and enables network users to access up to 16GB of additional file storage capacity within minutes. Snap! Server's ease-of-installation is particularly beneficial for small offices or remote workgroups where MIS resources may not be available. Even individuals with minimal technical knowledge will be able to install the Snap! Server in less than five minutes. As the winner of the Usability Award, Snap! Server will be featured in the upcoming January issue of PC Computing. Pricing and Availability The Snap! Server has a suggested retail price of $995 for the 8GB model and $1,795 for the 16GB model. Snap! Servers may be purchased through CompUSA Superstores nationwide and the CompUSA catalog, as well as through Computer Discount Warehouse (CDW), MicroWarehouse, Global Direct and PC Connection catalogs. The Snap! Server is also available through Micro Center Business Sales and Corporate Sales Micro Center. Ingram Micro and Tech Data distribute Meridian's Snap! Server to the reseller channel nationally. The version 1.1 software upgrade is available immediately to all existing Snap! Server users free of charge through a simple software download from the Snap! Server website at: www.snapserver.com using the SnapUpdate Utility supplied with all Snap! Servers. About Meridian Data Inc. Founded in 1988, Meridian Data Inc. (Nasdaq/NMS:MDCD) is a developer and manufacturer of easy-to-use network storage solutions. With more than four million users, Meridian Data's systems are deployed worldwide throughout Fortune 1,000 class companies, small businesses, government and educational institutions. Meridian Data is headquartered in Scotts Valley, Calif. and maintains offices in New York, Washington D.C., Orlando, Chicago, Dallas, San Diego, San Jose and London. For more information on the Snap! Server and Meridian Data's Network Storage Made Simple(tm) solutions, visit (www.snapserver.com) or call 1-888-343-SNAP. Snap! Server and Network Storage Made Simple is a registered trademark of Meridian Data Inc. All other product names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. -0- ap/sf* CONTACT: Meridian Data Inc. Jim Schaff, 831/461-5152 jschaff@meridian-data.com or Benjamin Group Kristi Melani, 408/559-6090 kristi_melani@benjamingroup.com KEYWORD: CALIFORNIA NEVADA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: COMPUTERS/ELECTRONICS COMED PRODUCT TRADESHOW Today's News On The Net - Business Wire's full file on the Internet with Hyperlinks to your home page. URL: businesswire.com