RealNetworks(R), Google and Mozilla Announce New Agreement to Distribute Firefox Web Browser and Google Toolbar(TM)

RealNetworks(R), Google and Mozilla Announce New Agreement to Distribute Firefox Web Browser and Google Toolbar(TM)

SEATTLE and MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Aug. 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- RealNetworks(R), Inc. (NASDAQ: RNWK) , Google Inc., (NASDAQ: GOOG) , and Mozilla Corp. today announced a new multi-year agreement under which Real would offer the popular Google Toolbar and the Mozilla Firefox(R) Web browser with RealPlayer(R), one of the most frequently downloaded applications around the world. This builds on and broadens a successful two-year relationship under which Real has distributed millions of Google Toolbars to Internet users around the world.

"Real and Google share a common passion for innovation that has enhanced the Web experience," said Rob Glaser, chairman & CEO for Real. "The Google Toolbar has been a welcome addition to Real customers because Google simplifies and enhances how they interact with the Web. We think our customers will feel the same way about the Firefox Web browser"

"Real has been one of Google's most important distribution partners for the past two years, and we are delighted to broaden and deepen that relationship," said Eric Schmidt, CEO of Google. "Google and Real will continue to work together in innovative ways to further improve the Web experience."

"Mozilla is very pleased to partner with global leaders like Google and Real to distribute our award-winning Firefox Web browser," said Mitchell Baker, CEO of Mozilla Corporation. "Thanks to our global community of open source contributors Firefox is making the Web browsing experience better for everyone."

Real regularly distributes more than 2 million pieces of software a day worldwide. When users install RealPlayer, they will be given the option also to install either the Google Toolbar or Firefox. The Google Toolbar is a very popular addition to a Web browser that allows consumers to quickly conduct a Web search. Firefox has become a very popular Web browser that simplifies how consumers browse the Web and delivers pop-up blocking, tabbed browsing and enhanced Web security. All of these world-class products are free.

The Google Toolbar and Mozilla Firefox will soon be available options for customers of RealPlayer, Rhapsody music service and RealArcade games.

About RealNetworks, Inc.

RealNetworks, Inc. is the leading creator of digital media services and software including Rhapsody(R), RealPlayer(R) 10 and casual PC and mobile games. Broadcasters, network operators, media companies and enterprises use RealNetworks' products and services to create and deliver digital media to PCs, mobile phones and consumer electronics devices. Consumers can access and experience audio/video programming and download RealNetworks' consumer software at http://www.real.com/ . RealNetworks' systems and corporate information is located at http://www.realnetworks.com/ .

About Google Inc.

Google's innovative search technologies connect millions of people around the world with information every day. Founded in 1998 by Stanford Ph.D. students Larry Page and Sergey Brin, Google today is a top web property in all major global markets. Google's targeted advertising program provides businesses of all sizes with measurable results, while enhancing the overall web experience for users. Google is headquartered in Silicon Valley with offices throughout the Americas, Europe, and Asia. For more information, visit http://www.google.com/.

About Mozilla Corporation

As a wholly owned subsidiary of the non-profit Mozilla Foundation, the Mozilla Corporation is charged with the development and promotion of products that further the Foundation's public benefit mission to preserve choice and innovation on the Internet. Millions of people worldwide enjoy a better Web experience with the award-winning, free and open source Mozilla Firefox browser.

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