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U.S. Robotics To Bundle AdSubtract, InterMute's Internet
Ad Blocking and Privacy Software

InterMute's AdSubtract software combined with U.S. Robotics' line of analog modems to dramatically improve Internet performance and increase online privacy

BRAINTREE, MA. November 12, 2001 - InterMute, Inc., developer of award winning AdSubtract web-preference software, today announced that U.S. Robotics, maker of the world's No. 1 selling modem brand and emerging worldwide supplier of high-speed Internet access solutions, will bundle InterMute's AdSubtract with U.S. Robotics modems. U.S. Robotics' analog modems will include AdSubtract, InterMute's world leading Internet ad blocking and cookie filtering technology.

The combination of US Robotics' faster connect times, fast upload speeds, advanced security and seamless call handling with the powerful ad blocking and cookie management technology of AdSubtract will dramatically improve Internet performance, reduce screen clutter and enhance Internet privacy through the blocking of Internet ads and profiling cookies that allow marketers access to personal and corporate information and buying habits.

"U.S. Robotics is the recognized leader in modem technology worldwide and the addition of our software with their legendary product line is a great win for us and showcases AdSubtract as the standard for Internet ad blocking and cookie management technology," said Ed English, CEO of InterMute.

English continued: "Consumers and corporations are increasingly turning to AdSubtract as Internet ads are getting bigger, more invasive and more of a bandwidth drain. Now, the bundling of InterMute's AdSubtract technology with U.S. Robotics modems will bring ad blocking technology to an even greater base of consumers as well as government and corporate users-- lifting InterMute to the next level and allowing millions of US Robotics customers to control their Internet experience and productivity."

"We pride ourselves in our ability to offer our customers technology solutions that optimize their everyday computing and Internet connectivity experience. InterMute's AdSubtract is a very powerful tool which offers us the ability to not only put the leading Internet ad blocking technology into our customers' hands, but also allows us to offer a significant improvement in Internet performance," said Frank Sugino, product line manager, U.S. Robotics.

The combined U.S. Robotics and InterMute product line will be available soon. For pricing and availability, please visit U.S. Robotics at www.usr.com.

About InterMute, Inc.
InterMute, Inc. develops and distributes Internet software to make the web more productive, pleasant, and private. Based in Braintree, Massachusetts, InterMute's software 'Subtracts the Ads' and protects online privacy. For further information, visit the InterMute web site at www.intermute.com.

About U.S. Robotics, Inc.
For three decades, U.S. Robotics has been the world's leader in Internet access, delivering the highest quality and most innovative modems possible. Since re-emerging as an independent company, U.S. Robotics has extended its leadership role in Internet access and connectivity, providing wireless networking products for homes and small offices, cable and DSL modems for broadband access, and wireless Internet devices and services.

The company is partnering with key industry players and new technology providers to bring consumers "one-box" solutions through its extensive worldwide retail channel. It is committed to ensuring the quality, reliability and ease of use consumers expect from U.S. Robotics.

U.S. Robotics is a privately held company headquartered in the Chicago area. For further information regarding the company and its products, please visit the web site at www.usr.com.