Microsoft Opens the Floodgates for Streaming Applications


IRVINE, California and LONDON, April 22 /PRNewswire/ --

- Endeavors and Partners to Offer Microsoft Office on a Rental Basis

Endeavors Technologies, the pioneer in application streaming and
virtualization technology, and its parent company, Tadpole Technology plc,
today announced support for the Microsoft program amending the Service
Provider License Agreement (SPLA). The new program allows service providers
to stream Microsoft Office for delivery through a Software-as-a-Service
(SaaS) model.

"We've anticipated this change and are pleased that Microsoft now has a
date for allowing service providers to stream Microsoft Office," said Peter
Bondar, CEO at Endeavors. "We have completed proof of concept programs with a
number of providers and have been waiting for the amended SPLA program to
roll out new services. Through our partnerships with Partner Advantage and
others, we are poised to take advantage of the new business opportunities on
day one. We applaud Microsoft in taking this bold step."

Partner Advantage and other service providers will use Application
Jukebox as the platform to stream and virtualize Microsoft Office so it can
be offered through a SaaS model. Application Jukebox enables service
providers to introduce flexible licensing models for Microsoft Office and
other Windows applications, improve the efficiency of software rollouts,
ensure that subscribers stay up-to-date with the latest versions and
guarantee license agreement compliance.

"The potential for using software that is metered, rather than purchased
outright is huge," said Mat Clothier, managing director of Partner Advantage
Ltd. "In the future most applications will be paid for as they are used,
often as part of a monthly contract, in a similar manner to mobile phone
services. We have been preparing for this market for some time and have the
complete solution available today, based upon Application Jukebox, Endeavors'
leading-edge application virtualization and streaming product."

About Application Jukebox

The Application Jukebox family of products contain three key components.
Application Jukebox Player sits on the client to create the virtual
application environment and provides user authentication and application
license enforcement. Application Jukebox Server controls and delivers
applications, provides usage monitoring and logging, plus group, user and
application level administration. Application Jukebox Studio allows ISVs and
IT administrators to create a streamable, virtualized "appset" from standard,
Windows-based applications that is then published to the server.

Two versions of Application Jukebox are currently available. Application
Jukebox SaaS Edition features usage metering and a kiosk mode to support a
pay-as-you-go model for application rental, plus portals that provide an
easy-to-use environment for service providers and ISVs to create a custom
application landing site. Application Jukebox Enterprise Edition supports
Active Directory and offers user and group monitoring, as well as extensive
tracking and support for cost-effective license management.

About Endeavors Technologies

Endeavors Technologies creates, develops and markets innovative
application virtualization and streaming technologies that allow servers to
stream pc-based applications to client computers where they are subsequently
executed. These "next stage" technologies replace thin client computing
paradigms. Application virtualization and streaming enables organizations to
reduce the total cost of ownership while improving service levels,
simplifying the management of computers and improving security and
reliability. This innovative application distribution methodology provides
companies with new revenue opportunities while reducing IT costs and
increasing user productivity. Endeavors Technologies is a pioneer and thought
leader with eight patents granted and 25 pending, including the first patents
granted for streaming applications. Endeavors Technologies provides its
solutions through licensing, royalty and technology transfer models. Visit
http://www.endeavors.com for more details.

About Tadpole Technology plc

Tadpole Technology plc (LSE: TAD) is a company in transition. The company
was formed in 1983 as a developer and manufacturer of high performance
portable workstations. In 2003, Tadpole transitioned to a software group
focused on two sectors; geospatial solutions and system level software
technologies. In mid 2007, Tadpole made a strategic decision to focus
exclusively on the application streaming and virtualization marketplace and
in November 2007 announced the sale of its geospatial interests. The company
established Endeavors Technologies Ltd. as its European trading arm,
complementing the existing Endeavors Technologies Inc. in the US. Subject to
shareholder approval, Tadpole Technology plc intends to rebrand itself under
the Endeavors' name to reflect its focus on a single brand and product set.
For information on Tadpole Technology plc, visit
http://www.tadpoletechnology.com

Web site: http://www.endeavors.com
              http://www.tadpoletechnology.com



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