Friday, June 16, 2006

For more information (press only) contact:

Jeannette Arrowood
Syncfusion, Inc
Phone: (919) 481 1974 Ext. 231
Fax: (919) 573 0306

Syncfusion and Stardock improve interoperability to provide tools for .NET developers
DirectSkin and Essential Studio work together

Research Triangle Park, NC - June 16, 2006 - Stardock is the creator of DirectSkin, the premier tool used by software developers to add "skinning" technology to their programs. Syncfusion, Inc. is a leading provider of software components and libraries that enable developers to produce quality software for the most demanding of environments. Recently Stardock and Syncfusion have partnered to assure compatibility of their products.

"Stardock's DirectSkin is the premier product for quickly and easily creating attractive applications that will gain acceptance in the marketplace," said Larry Kuperman, Sales Manager for Stardock. "As our client base has continued to grow, we anticipated client overlap with other providers of tools for .NET developers. Since Syncfusion is recognized as a leader, we wanted to ensure that our mutual clients could use our products simultaneously without conflict."

"The Stardock team has done a terrific job advancing the look and feel of desktop applications. We are excited that Syncfusion Essential Studio customers can now benefit directly from their innovation," said Stefan Hoenig, CEO of Syncfusion.

"We look forward to continuing mutual support of each other's products," concluded Larry Kuperman.

About Stardock:

Stardock is the world's leading developer of Windows enhancement utilities.

Stardock software is used by over 15 million people worldwide and has been licensed by cutting-edge companies including NVIDIA, ATI, Alienware and Nintendo, as well as being used in movies and TV. Stardock operates WinCustomize.com, the premier portal for Windows enhancements drawing more than 3 million unique visitors each month. Stardock is a Microsoft Certified Gold Partner. Stardock Entertainment also develops best-selling computer games, including the award-winning Galactic Civilizations series, which are distributed electronically through Stardock's TotalGaming.Net division. The company's website is www.stardock.com.

Details about Syncfusion's Essential Studio products are available at http://www.syncfusion.com/products/default.aspx

About Syncfusion, Inc.

Syncfusion, Inc. is a provider of software components and tools for the .NET platform. Syncfusion is based in Morrisville, NC. Syncfusion leads the market with the broadest range of software components and tools for building applications on the Microsoft .NET platform. Syncfusion can be reached at 919 481 1974 or through their website at www.syncfusion.com

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