Hauppauge, NY - November 17, 1999 - Boundless Technologies, developers and manufacturers of iBrow™, today announced their partnership with the new Internet Appliance Network (IAN). Boundless Technologies will incorporate IAN's marketing and branding capabilities into the non-PC-based Web device. iBrow, and iBrow-enabled devices, provide users with a better way to go online to enjoy the Internet without the hassles associated with a PC.

The Internet Appliance Network (IAN) is the first company to offer complete proprietary software platform for companies seeking branded Internet experiences for their customers. IAN has thus far created turnkey solutions for brands to package customer's interests and preferred information and present it all on the Web.

Boundless Technologies, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Boundlesss Corporation (AMEX: BND), will produce a minimum of 10,000 iBrow software-enabled Internet devices over the next 60 days for a yet-unannounced IAN partner. Boundless will assemble thousands of the LCD Internet devices with iBrow software at its Hauppauge, New York, manufacturing facility, and manage iBrow online management services from offices in Austin, Texas. IAN will provide customized branding in New York, along with marketing, advertising and e-commerce capabilities.

Boundless' focus is on software and hardware technologies that provide several styles of devices that have the ability to browse the Web, access e-mail and purchase products. Boundless also supplies manufacturing and distribution capabilities, remote software management services and around-the-clock technical support.

IAN is to use iBrow Internet appliance software and hardware to develop compelling branded Internet experiences for their consumer branded partners. IAN offers its partners a complete marketing solution featuring Internet access and other marketing and advertising related services, as well as comprehensive customer support programs. Ultimately, IAN gives brand partners an opportunity to actively participate in their customers' online experiences, as both access provider and private portal, through consumer branding and marketing services. IAN has also incorporated loyalty programs, e-commerce, content links and secure e-wallet functionalities for the end user.

"Pervasive computing, the integration of Web technology and everyday lifestyles, is clearly the future of Internet industry," explained IAN founder, Seth Goldstein. "Our partnership with Boundless Technologies will allow us to offer a powerful solution to all of our consumer brand partners."

iBrow permits companies to take advantage of the myriad of business opportunities surrounding the growing demand for Internet appliances with a true plug-and-play solution. iBrow provides a revolutionary way to retain current customer base, attract new customers and extend brand awareness relying on specific software and hardware components.

"This is an excellent marriage that focuses on the strengths of each company to provide a much needed easy and enjoyable browsing experience at an affordable price while growing online businesses and extending a company's electronic reach to consumers," said J. Gerald Combs, chairman, Boundless Corporation.

About Boundless
Boundless is a global technology company that provides the $90+ billion electronic manufacturing services market with full-service build-to-order capabilities at its 155,000 square-foot ISO 9002 certified U.S. manufacturing facility. Services include supply chain optimization, global supply base management, systems assembly and test, distribution and logistics, repair centers and end-of-life management. For 30 years, Boundless has manufactured high quality products and offered a full suite of supporting services. In the last decade, Boundless has excelled in build-to-order mass-customized manufacturing, a capability that has evolved into a key core competency that offers a significant competitive advantage. Boundless also offers in-house engineering expertise -- product design, test development, product development ­ that has significantly decreased time-to-market for OEM customers such as Lucent Technologies, IBM, Wang Global, NCR, and the Tandem and Digital Divisions of Compaq Computer.

Based in Austin, Texas, Boundless Technologies is the premier provider of enabling software and technologies for Internet appliances. The iBrow™ solution is positioned to offer end-users an easy, enjoyable and visually rich Internet browsing experience while providing companies with a revolutionary way to market and grow online business.

Boundless Technologies is a subsidiary of Boundless Corporation (AMEX: BND), which is headquartered in Hauppauge, New York. Engineering capabilities are found there and in Austin, Texas. Additional sales and distribution offices can be found throughout North American, Latin America, Europe, Asia and Australia. For more information, visit the Boundless Web site at http://www.boundless.com/ibrow or call 1/800-231-5445.

About IAN
Up until now, as technology companies have been developing post-PC Internet appliances, marketers have been notably absent from the conversation. Internet Appliance Network, www.internetappliance.net , is the first marketing platform for brands looking to build hardwired relationships with their customers online.

Founded in May 1999, Internet Appliance Network (IAN) enables companies to build powerful and profitable direct, interactive relationships with their customers. Now brands can own their target consumers' Web experience through IAN's proprietary platform to leverage the trend toward non-PC, Web-enabled hardware, and a full-service, cost-effective solution. IAN serves as a means for consumers to access the Web and‹within a persistent, active frame--a continuous guide to wherever they surf. For information about IAN call (212) 741-5106, x14.

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