CUPERTINO, Calif. -- January 12, 1992 -- Symantec Corporation (NASDAQ:
SYMC) today announced GreatWorks version 2.0, a new version of its
fully-integrated program for, the Macintosh. GreatWorks version 2.0, which
includes eight full-featured applications in one easy to use program,
offers superior integration, enhanced color capabilities and many new
features, and enables customers to perform a variety of tasks while
spending minimal time learning to use the software.

"GreatWorks version 2.0 is the only integrated product for the Macintosh
offering eight easy to use applications in one program while providing the
powerful integration of System 7's Publish and Subscribe," said Julie E.
Bingham, vice president of productivity applications.

Superior Integration and Color Capabilities 

GreatWorks version 2.0 provides superior integration between its eight
application modules through Publish and Subscribe, a drawing and editing
layer across all modules and enhanced dialogs and menu selections. Publish
and Subscribe allows users to share information between GreatWorks
documents and many other applications. For example, a user can create a
logo in the GreatWorks Draw module and publish it to another module such
as the Word Processor or Database or to another application such as a
Microsoft Excel spreadsheet file. Claris XTND Technology file translators
allow for import/export of data between products and across platforms.

Each of the eight GreatWorks modules is supported by CORE Technologies
which simplify the learning process with consistent techniques for
performing common application activities. Once a feature is learned, it is
used the same way in every module. CORE Technologies include standard text
and graphics engines, a 100,000 word spell checker with custom
dictionaries, a 660,000 synonym thesaurus, five units of measurement for
document rulers and grid lines and on-line HyperCard-based intuitive
help.

GreatWorks version 2.0 now includes a color Paint module and extensive
graphics capabilities. GreatWorks supports 256 colors in all modules
except Communications. New drawing tools, such as a bezier curve tool, and
new painting tools, such as an airbrush tool with flow and size control,
have been added to enhance the functionality of the Draw and Paint
modules. GreatWorks version 2.0 also includes custom fill patterns,
editable arrowheads and dashed lines, tear-off menus from the tool palette
and gradient colors.

Quick and Easy Solutions 

GreatWorks version 2.0 makes common tasks even easier for the user. E-Z
Envelopes in the Word Processing module prints envelopes automatically.
Check box labels can be turned on or off in the Outline module to easily
generate "to do" lists. In the Spreadsheet module, cells can be filled
with both patterns and colors for enhanced reports and presentations. The
Database module allows the user to add automatic serial numbers to
database records for producing unique business forms. A print preview mode
is now available across all modules.

System 7 Savvy 

GreatWorks version 2.0 offers eight full-featured application modules (Word
Processor, Database, Spreadsheet, Chart, Draw, Paint, Outline and
Communications) with complete support for System 7 including Publish and
Subscribe, AppleEvents, Balloon Help, True Type font technology, Virtual
Memory and 32-bit addressing. Because GreatWorks version 2.0 requires only
930K of available random access memory (RAM) to operate, any Macintosh
user with a minimum of 1 megabyte (Mb) of available RAM can take full
advantage of its powerful features.

Pricing and Availability

GreatWorks version 2.0 will be available in the first quarter of 1992
through Symantec's network of distributors and resellers. The suggested
retail price is $299. The upgrade price is $49.

GreatWorks requires a Macintosh Plus or higher with a minimum of 1 Mb of
available RAM and a hard disk, running System Software version 6.0.2 or
later (System Software version 7 is fully supported). For further
information, customers can call (800) 441-7234 or (408) 252-3570.

Symantec Corporation develops, markets and supports a complete line of
application and system software products for IBM personal computers and
compatibles and Apple Macintosh computers. Founded in 1982, the company
has offices in the United States, Canada Australia and Europe.

Symantec Corp, 10201 Torre Ave, Cupertino, CA 95014
408-253-4092, FAX: 408-252-4694

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