Progress Software Corporation names Jargon Software Inc. an Open Access Partner

Minneapolis, Minn., Feb. 16, 2000 -- Jargon Software today announced that Progress Software Corp. has named Jargon Software to be an Open Access Partner.

The Open Access Partner level is open to qualified software vendors with technology that complements Progress and that broadens the range of "total solutions" available to Progress customers. Open Access Partners enjoy easier and more cost-effective access to Progress technology, information and support, plus increased exposure to Progress customers via Progress Software Corporation. Progress Software does not sell nor directly support the products of its Open Access Partners. However, this program is the first step for any software company wishing to form a close technical, marketing or sales relationship with Progress Software.

Open Access Partners agree to focus on the needs of the Progress customer community. They are responsible for providing and maintaining interfaces to Progress technology where appropriate, and validating compatibility to Progress Software on an on-going basis. Open Access Partners also must document Progress compatibility in white papers made available through Progress Software. (These papers may be downloaded from the complementary partner catalog.) Additional product information may also be available via Progress Software.

CONTACT: Richard Rubenstein (612) 338-1175 dick@jargonsoft.com

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