Check Point Software Technologies and Hewlett-Packard Team to Provide Security Functionality for HP Broadband Internet Delivery System

Redwood City, CA —

CHECK POINT Software Technologies Ltd. today announced that it has entered into an OEM agreement with Hewlett Packard Company to incorporate CHECK POINT FireWall-1 software into the HP Broadband Internet Delivery System (HP BIDS). HP BIDS is an end-to-end, high-speed delivery system that enables network service providers to offer home-PC users access to the Internet, interactive services and on-line content. FireWall-1 will support HP's effort to deliver a more secure Internet connectivity solution.

"Home usage of the Internet has increased dramatically, requiring that connectivity solutions include the tools users need to connect securely," said Dr. Deborah Triant, chief executive officer and president of CHECK POINT Software Technologies, Inc. "CHECK POINT is pleased to expand its relationship with HP by providing the security component for HP's innovative program for delivering high-speed Internet connectivity to home users."

"Security issues are a major concern for many home users connecting to the Internet," stated Sanjay Uppal, manager of HP's broadband Internet program. "HP is delighted to work with CHECK POINT to enhance the HP BIDS program by providing customers with a more secure solution for home Internet use."

About FireWall-1
CHECK POINT FireWall-1 is the market leading global network security solution providing integrated Internet and Intranet access control as well as strong authentication and encryption services for secure remote access and virtual private networks. As the first shrinkwrapped firewall package, and the first to employ an easy to-use graphical user interface, FireWall-1 is recognized by users and trade publications for its usability, flexibility, extensibility and high-performance. The product is installed at thousands of customer sites worldwide, making it the most widely-tested security solution on the market.

Based upon CHECK POINT's unique, patent-pending Stateful Inspection architecture, FireWall-1 supports more than 120 pre-defined services, applications and protocols. The product employs a distributed, client/server architecture, providing scalability, centralized management for multiple firewall gateways, router access tables, and database servers, and cross-platform support for Windows 95, Windows NT, and UNIX.

About CHECK POINT Software Technologies Ltd.
CHECK POINT Software Technologies Ltd. is a market leader in global network security software applications. The company's flagship product, CHECK POINT FireWall-1, has emerged as the standard for enterprise-wide network security, protecting thousands of organizations of all sizes, from unauthorized internal and external network access. The company commanded a 40% share of the worldwide firewall market (according to IDC, 1995). Its products are sold worldwide through numerous OEM partners, distributors, VARs, systems and network integrators and Internet Service Providers. Listed on the NASDAQ under the symbol "CHKPF," the company has U.S. headquarters in Redwood City, California and international headquarters in Ramat-Gan, Israel. For product information, please call (800) 429-4391, e-mail info@checkpoint.com or visit Check Point Software Technologies at http://www.checkpoint.com.

About Hewlett-Packard Company
Hewlett-Packard Company is a leading global manufacturer of computing, communications and measurement products and services recognized for excellence in quality and support. HP has 108,300 employees and had revenue of $31.5 billion in its 1995 fiscal year. Information about HP and its products can be found on the World Wide Web at http://www.hp.com.

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