For Immediate Release
32 Bits Online to merge with Linux Applications
32 Bits Online to deliver Linux software
Vancouver, BC, April 7, 1999 – 32 Bits Online
Magazine announced (http://www.32bitsonline.com/)
today that it has signed a definite agreement to merge with Linux
Applications (http://www.linuxapps.com/).
The merger combines the web’s largest authoritative content creator
for Linux with an excellent repository
of Linux software. The merger expands 32 Bits Online’s offerings
for its users and provides a new media for
the distribution of Linux software.
Under the term of the agreements, 32 Bits Online will assume full
control of all content. 32 Bits Online will
be integrating Linux Applications interface into 32 Bits Online’s
to create a consistent product across both sites.
“Matthew Tebbens has built an amazing site. Linux Applications
content is very well categorized. Because of this,
our readers will love the easily searchable features,” said Ronny
Ko, Editor-in-Chief and Publisher of 32 Bits
Online Magazine. “The merger of Linux Applications and 32 Bits
Online is a natural extension of our strategy to
bring the largest and most comprehensive Linux site on the
Web.”
The merger of Linux Applications further support that 32 Bits
Online intends to be the Web’s biggest Linux
authoritative content aggregator to its users, partners and
advertisers.
“32 Bits Online has built one of the most successful authoritative
content sites for Linux. Our merger with 32 Bits
Online is a natural evolution for Linux Applications,” said Matthew
Tebbens, owner of Linux Applications.
“This merger further expands Linux Applications commitment to be
the Web’s largest download site for Linux
software. Combining our operations with 32 Bits Online will allow
us to expand our customer base,” Tebbens added.
About Linux Applications:
Linux Applications was founded in 1997 to provide the Linux
community with a fast, easy to use, and very functional
applications index. With the help and support of 32 Bits Online,
the site will provide the latest application news,
information and resources.
About 32 Bits Online Magazine:
Founded in 1996, 32 Bits Online is the leading content creator for
Linux. 32 Bits Online also produces content for
Windows, OS/2 and BeOS operating systems branded and targeted to
general and technical audiences.
Press Contacts:
Tombert Chen, 32 Bits Online Magazine, (604) 322-1223, tchen@32bitsonline.com
Matthew Tebbens, Linux Applications, (914) 896-6441, matthew@linuxapps.com