NEW YORK, January 12 /PRNewswire/ --

- Partner Quote Sheet.

- Jan. 12, 2009

Windows Embedded POSReady 2009 Partners

The following quotes are from just some of the companies currently
working with Windows Embedded for Point of Service that will be working with
Windows Embedded POSReady 2009 to bring diverse connected device solutions to
market.

Today, at the National Retail Federation Annual Convention & Expo,
Microsoft Corp. announced the availability of the latest offering from its
Windows Embedded Ready product line for key device categories, Windows
Embedded POSReady 2009, the next generation of Windows Embedded for Point of
Service (POS). Windows Embedded POSReady 2009 is Microsoft's embedded
operating system optimized for OEMs building POS solutions and enterprises
using POS devices. This next-generation POS platform is a flexible operating
system designed to seamlessly connect POS solutions with peripherals, servers
and services.

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Advanced Micro Devices Inc. (AMD)

"As AMD provides the embedded processor of choice for many point-of-sale
and kiosk systems, we're looking forward to working with Microsoft Windows
Embedded to support the launch of Windows Embedded POSReady 2009. The key
features of Windows Embedded POSReady 2009, combined with AMD's innovative,
high-performance, low-power x86 embedded platforms, help make it easy for
customers to quickly create smart, connected, service-oriented systems that
will provide customers with a connected retail experience."

-- Buddy Broeker
       Director, Embedded Computing Solutions Group
       Advanced Micro Devices Inc.

EBN Technology Corp.

"Our diverse portfolio already consists of many products powered by
Windows Embedded for Point of Service. We have the same vision as Microsoft,
which is to develop user-friendly and practical POS solutions for our
customers. Our success has been based on our wealthy R&D resources and
experience. Microsoft's embedded platforms have brought new capabilities that
open our doors to product innovation and new possibilities. As a result, we
are always able to release differentiated products from our competitors.
Windows Embedded POSReady 2009 once again proves Microsoft's commitment to
the POS industry. We strive to continue this beneficial relationship with
Microsoft."

-- Kevin Hsieh
       Assistant Vice President, Marketing Department
       EBN Technology Corp.

Firich Enterprises Co. Ltd.

"POS systems are widely applied in many industries, and we endeavor to
satisfy the industry's ever-evolving needs. Windows Embedded POSReady 2009
gives us heightened flexibility to overcome customization challenges and
fulfill specific hardware requirements. Not only do we reduce our software
development time, our platforms are also easy to deploy and install. Our
customers can expect a more satisfying usage experience."

-- Clement Chen
       General Manager
       Firich Enterprises Co. Ltd.

Fujitsu Transaction Solutions Inc.

"We have had continued success developing on the Windows Embedded for
Point of Service operating system. We are excited for the launch of Windows
Embedded POSReady 2009 and to develop more reliable and better connected
devices containing all of the necessary features to create a positive
customer experience in any retail environment."

-- Larry Fandel
       Vice President, Product Operations
       Fujitsu Transaction Solutions Inc.

NCR Corp.

"NCR is excited to be launching the new NCR RealPOS 70XRT, running on
Windows Embedded POSReady 2009. Our product is designed to accelerate
customer service and return on investment, using business-optimized
technologies, innovative retail design and industry-leading serviceability.
By combining Windows Embedded POSReady 2009 and Intel vPro technology, we
provide extreme performance and scalability, exceptional energy efficiency
and multi-tiered manageability to enhance the customer experience, empower
employees and reduce costs."

-- Greg Egan
       Vice President, Retail Industry Product Management
       NCR Corp.

Partner Tech USA Inc.

"We are one of the market's leading POS manufacturers with best-in-class
products sold all over the world. Microsoft has been our indispensible
partner, and we are glad to see Microsoft continue its efforts to cultivate
the POS industry. Microsoft Windows Embedded solutions have long sales and
support life cycles, and their consistent feature updates help reduce our R&D
risk and time to market. With Windows Embedded POSReady 2009, we will develop
differentiated POS products and it is no doubt that our competitive market
position will remain with our close partnership with Microsoft."

-- Keith Schroer
       Vice President for Sales and Marketing
       Partner Tech USA Inc.

Posiflex Technologies Inc.

"As a market-leading POS brand-name vendor, our partnership with
Microsoft goes way back and there is no one better than us to vouch for the
reliability of Windows Embedded solutions. Our products are fully compatible
with the Microsoft Windows platform. Our product development process has
always been quick, because our developers benefit from the familiarity and
manageability of the Windows operating system. The enhanced Windows Embedded
POSReady 2009 supports the latest Microsoft technologies such as .NET
Framework 3.5, Microsoft Silverlight and Windows Internet Explorer 7. With
these new software capabilities and Posiflex's innovative Fan-Free and
minihardware design, we foresee even bigger breakthroughs for our future
portfolio road map."

-- James Fu
       Chief Technology Officer
       Posiflex Technologies Inc.

Protech Systems Co. Ltd.

"Protech Systems is one of Microsoft's leading partners where our
innovative products are strongly supported by Microsoft. This is evident from
our highly regarded Windows Embedded-powered IPC and POS products. The new
and improved Windows Embedded POSReady platform boasts built-in networking
capabilities and standards-based plug-and-play support, which allows devices
to connect various peripherals, servers and services seamlessly. Our
retailing customers can now operate our POS systems more easily and reduce
ownership costs. We are confident that Windows Embedded POSReady 2009 will
bring never-before possibilities to the entire POS industry."

-- Robert Lo
       Vice President of POS Business Division
       Protech Systems Co. Ltd.

Retalix Ltd.

"Retalix, a global leader of retail and supply chain solutions for the
food industries, has enjoyed great success working with Microsoft. The
Windows Embedded point-of-service platform with Retalix StoreLine POS is one
example of our partnership where we're delivering to retailers a lower cost
of ownership and better-performing solution, while enabling Retalix to stay
focused on improving the consumer's checkout experience."

-- Ray Carlin
       Executive Vice President
       Retalix Ltd.

Solidcore Systems

"Solidcore is looking forward to the launch of Windows Embedded POSReady
2009, which aligns with where the POS market is headed today. We will
continue to work closely with Microsoft Windows Embedded to provide added
security, control and compliance for the smart, connected, service-oriented
devices that will be released to the POS market in the near future."

-- Anne Bonaparte
       President and CEO for Solidcore
       Solidcore Systems

Torex Retail Holdings Ltd.

"Our POS solutions make the most of the latest tools and technology,
offering real-time central management and providing retailers with complete
visibility of trading performance. The Windows Embedded point-of-service
platform is easily optimized for all retail environments, helping us to
provide the best solution for every single customer."

-- Doug Hargrove
       Chief Marketing Officer
       Torex Retail Holdings Ltd.