KooBox for Kids Offers a Safe Computing Environment for Children

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November 5, 2003 -- Lindows.com Inc. unveiled today the KooBox for Kids (www.koobox.com/indexKIDS.html), an all-in-one computer solution starting at $489 designed especially for children by providing unsurpassed Internet safety and affordability, as well as a fun, educational, and welcoming experience for all ages.

KooBox for Kids features LindowsKids, a child-specific version of LindowsOS 4.0 that comes complete with a year of SurfSafe (www.lindows.com/surfsafe) to block objectionable content. LindowsKids also includes educational software, as well as a colorful and interactive desktop theme. The themes are complete with icons, graphics, and sounds that are appealing to children, and can be updated as the child grows older, making the KooBox for Kids a long-term investment.

KooBox for Kids systems ship with a wide range of pre-loaded applications, which include a web browser, full office suite, email utility, multimedia tools, and other software to make this computer appropriate for children of all ages. Also included is an instant messenger for Yahoo!, MSN, AOL, and ICQ users. More kid-friendly software is ready to install with one click from www.lindows.com/aisles/lindowskids, and any additional software needs are fulfilled with the included membership for one full year to the Click-N-Run Warehouse (www.lindows.com/cnr). The Warehouse currently offers more than 1,800 additional software titles available for immediate download with a single click of the mouse, ideal for children.

SurfSafe is an unsurpassed web and email filtering program that protects children from adult content. SurfSafe differs from other web filters in that it is integrated into the operating system, offering the tightest security possible. With daily updates of offensive sites, intuitive filters, full compatibility with all types of Internet connections, and no additional configuration or software required, SurfSafe provides an unsurpassed level of protection. A comparison of SurfSafe with other common parental controls is available at www.lindows.com/surfsafe_compare.

"In this technologically advanced world, it's beneficial for children to be as comfortable as possible with computers," said Michael Robertson, chief executive officer of Lindows.com. "At the same time, it's equally essential that parents be able to protect their children from objectionable content. LindowsKids addresses these needs where other companies do not."

KooBox for Kids computers including a 14" flat panel monitor, speakers, keyboard, and mouse start at $489, and can be customized according to individual needs. A full list of technical specifications is available at www.koobox.com/indexSPECS.html, and configurable options are at www.koobox.com/indexBUY.html.

LindowsKids includes all the capabilities and functionality of the standard LindowsOS 4.0. The operating system features Plug & Play support, multimedia tutorials and an intuitive design. Information on LindowsOS 4.0 is available at www.lindows.com/40.

The desktop theme for LindowsKids can also be loaded onto an existing LindowsOS computer system by downloading from the Click-N-Run Warehouse (www.lindows.com/cnr) at no charge for members, or at a non-members price of $9.95. SurfSafe subscriptions are available separately at www.lindows.com/buy.

Kids Koobox comes with a limited 90-day warranty, and software support through support.lindows.com. A premium system support option is available for $59 a year, including 24/7 access to a toll-free helpline, and on-site, next-day repairs. Details are available at www.koobox.com/indexSUPPORT.html.

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SOURCE Lindows.com