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12-16-2002, 10:50 AM
Lindows.com Enters the Retail Software Marketplace with Innovative, Hassle-Free Reseller Program
First Time LindowsOS Software Sold Independently
SAN DIEGO ---December 16, 2002-- Lindows.com, Inc. today announced the launch of their LindowsOS Reseller Program (www.lindows.com/reseller). The launch marks the beginning of LindowsOS' entry into the retail software marketplace, making it the first time LindowsOS Membership Edition (www.lindows.com/30) will be available to resellers. Companies such as Nova Computech, Inc. (www.lindows.com/nova), who also sell LindowsOS bundled with a complete PC for under $250, were among the first to start reselling the LindowsOS Membership Edition under the new program.
"LindowsOS is a hot item, especially for the holidays," said David Zhange, president of Nova Computech, Inc. "Many of my customers who already had a few computers were eager to get their hands on just the software - customers want the LindowsOS Membership Edition so they can use the Click-N-Run Warehouse (www.lindows.com/warehouse). The reseller program made it very easy, and beneficial, for me to satisfy my customers' software needs."
"We've had an overwhelming response prior to the launch of the Reseller Program," said Michael Robertson, chief executive officer of Lindows.com, Inc. "During the inception phase, resellers gave us their feedback and told us what they needed to be successful. Expect to see LindowsOS on store shelves and in a multitude of new retail environments."
"Resellers have been requesting a full standard retail LindowsOS product," said Larry Kettler, vice president of sales at Lindows.com, Inc. "LindowsOS coupled with the Click-N-Run Warehouse offers resellers not only the operating system but a library of applications that allows customers to customize their machine without having to pay additional fees."
Reseller Program to Revolutionize the Norm by Offering:
*Flat per-copy licensing fee - Every reseller pays the same per copy price (LindowsOS Membership Edition MSRP is $129)
* No Charge to Join
* Easy Online Application
* No Credit Application Required
* No Complex Terms
* No Under-the-table "Market Development" Funds
* Low 5 Minimum Ordering Requirements
* No Activation Codes
* No Time-consuming Paper Work
* Hassle-Free Return Policy
* No Restocking Fees
* No Complex RMA Procedures
Resellers who sign-up receive:
Marketing Resources: Tools to help you market LindowsOS to your customers. Reseller Support: World class support upon completion of your first order.
Account Information: Including complete order history, stored online for easy access.
Reseller Reports: Useful and up-to-date information on Lindows.com and LindowsOS.
Reseller Feedback: A High-Touch feedback tool that takes resellers' feedback seriously and reacts.
LindowsOS 3.0 Membership Edition includes:
LindowsOS 3.0 Installation CD, One Year Full Membership to the Click-N-Run Warehouse (www.lindowS.com/warehouse) giving you hundreds of software products, including StarOffice 6.0 ($75 value), Click-N-Run Express Installation CD, Color QuickStart Guide, Built-in Help, complete on-line support, instant digital access to download the LindowsOS, and Click-N-Run Express installation CDs.
Click-N-Run means Hundreds of Products:
With Click-N-Run, users can download and install hundreds of software programs with literally one click of their mouse, including commercial software such as Sun's StarOffice, Tux Racer Deluxe, Photogenics, Hancom Sheet, plus more.
Easy To Use:
LindowsOS is designed with the desktop user in mind. Lindows.com makes LindowsOS easy to use. Installation of LindowsOS takes less than 10 minutes. The natural, familiar layout and intuitive graphical environment makes LindowsOS perfect for the business world, educational institutions, as well as the home.
Microsoft® Windows File Compatibility:
Using products from the Click-N-Run Warehouse, consumers can now edit all of the most popular file types, including those for Microsoft® Word (.doc), Excel (.xls), PowerPoint (.ppt), Flash, Real Audio, and most graphic file types.
For individuals interested in purchasing a single order, visit www.lindows.com/order .. To learn more about the Reseller Program visit www.lindows.com/reseller.To stay on top of all Lindows.com activities, including low-cost computer announcements, and the Desktop Linux Summit visit www.lindows.com/mailings.
First Time LindowsOS Software Sold Independently
SAN DIEGO ---December 16, 2002-- Lindows.com, Inc. today announced the launch of their LindowsOS Reseller Program (www.lindows.com/reseller). The launch marks the beginning of LindowsOS' entry into the retail software marketplace, making it the first time LindowsOS Membership Edition (www.lindows.com/30) will be available to resellers. Companies such as Nova Computech, Inc. (www.lindows.com/nova), who also sell LindowsOS bundled with a complete PC for under $250, were among the first to start reselling the LindowsOS Membership Edition under the new program.
"LindowsOS is a hot item, especially for the holidays," said David Zhange, president of Nova Computech, Inc. "Many of my customers who already had a few computers were eager to get their hands on just the software - customers want the LindowsOS Membership Edition so they can use the Click-N-Run Warehouse (www.lindows.com/warehouse). The reseller program made it very easy, and beneficial, for me to satisfy my customers' software needs."
"We've had an overwhelming response prior to the launch of the Reseller Program," said Michael Robertson, chief executive officer of Lindows.com, Inc. "During the inception phase, resellers gave us their feedback and told us what they needed to be successful. Expect to see LindowsOS on store shelves and in a multitude of new retail environments."
"Resellers have been requesting a full standard retail LindowsOS product," said Larry Kettler, vice president of sales at Lindows.com, Inc. "LindowsOS coupled with the Click-N-Run Warehouse offers resellers not only the operating system but a library of applications that allows customers to customize their machine without having to pay additional fees."
Reseller Program to Revolutionize the Norm by Offering:
*Flat per-copy licensing fee - Every reseller pays the same per copy price (LindowsOS Membership Edition MSRP is $129)
* No Charge to Join
* Easy Online Application
* No Credit Application Required
* No Complex Terms
* No Under-the-table "Market Development" Funds
* Low 5 Minimum Ordering Requirements
* No Activation Codes
* No Time-consuming Paper Work
* Hassle-Free Return Policy
* No Restocking Fees
* No Complex RMA Procedures
Resellers who sign-up receive:
Marketing Resources: Tools to help you market LindowsOS to your customers. Reseller Support: World class support upon completion of your first order.
Account Information: Including complete order history, stored online for easy access.
Reseller Reports: Useful and up-to-date information on Lindows.com and LindowsOS.
Reseller Feedback: A High-Touch feedback tool that takes resellers' feedback seriously and reacts.
LindowsOS 3.0 Membership Edition includes:
LindowsOS 3.0 Installation CD, One Year Full Membership to the Click-N-Run Warehouse (www.lindowS.com/warehouse) giving you hundreds of software products, including StarOffice 6.0 ($75 value), Click-N-Run Express Installation CD, Color QuickStart Guide, Built-in Help, complete on-line support, instant digital access to download the LindowsOS, and Click-N-Run Express installation CDs.
Click-N-Run means Hundreds of Products:
With Click-N-Run, users can download and install hundreds of software programs with literally one click of their mouse, including commercial software such as Sun's StarOffice, Tux Racer Deluxe, Photogenics, Hancom Sheet, plus more.
Easy To Use:
LindowsOS is designed with the desktop user in mind. Lindows.com makes LindowsOS easy to use. Installation of LindowsOS takes less than 10 minutes. The natural, familiar layout and intuitive graphical environment makes LindowsOS perfect for the business world, educational institutions, as well as the home.
Microsoft® Windows File Compatibility:
Using products from the Click-N-Run Warehouse, consumers can now edit all of the most popular file types, including those for Microsoft® Word (.doc), Excel (.xls), PowerPoint (.ppt), Flash, Real Audio, and most graphic file types.
For individuals interested in purchasing a single order, visit www.lindows.com/order .. To learn more about the Reseller Program visit www.lindows.com/reseller.To stay on top of all Lindows.com activities, including low-cost computer announcements, and the Desktop Linux Summit visit www.lindows.com/mailings.