March 10, 2004

Glass Bead Software announces the release of a Windows compatible version of SnapMail, its beloved in-house messaging system. "SnapMail's legendary ease-of-use and 'administration-free', messaging is now available to cross-platform networks. Transfering files between Macs & PCs has never been easier," said Eric Harris-Braun, co-founder and Chief Technology Officer at Glass Bead Software..

Glass Bead's secure messaging and file transfer software, SnapMail, runs on Windows 98, 2000 and XP as well as on Apple's Macintosh OS X, and OS 8.6-9. For about $25 per user, SnapMail provides comprehensive, private & secure messaging. Educational and non-profit pricing is available. A fully functional demo version and detailed information is available at www.glassbead.com.

About SnapMail:
SnapMail is the cross-platform private messaging and file transfer utility for your office. Instantly send messages, files, reminders, and alerts on your network. Unlike instant messaging, SnapMail uses peer-to-peer technology and does not rely on Internet servers to send mail within your local network. This makes SnapMail a very fast in-house messaging system that complements your Internet email. All of your messaging can be conducted without fear of accidentally sending mail out of your company. With SnapMail there is no spam and no non-company e-mailing. You can be sure that everything in SnapMail is company business. SnapMail also connects remote offices securely across the Internet, creating a "virtual LAN".

SnapMail is plug and play software. It installs in a minute and is immediately usable. SnapMail configures itself and finds other users on the network without system administration.

SnapMail's features allow you to:

• Seamlessly send files between Macintosh and Windows computers.
• In addition to regular mail messages, send "Snaps" that notify the recipient with an alert pop-up. Respond directly to Snaps with a single mouse click using preconfigured "SnapBacks" (e.g. Take a message for me).
• Send reminder messages to yourself or others that will arrive at some future time.
• Activate an auto-reply message when you are busy or out of the office
• Create templates for text or forms that you send often, including their intended recipients. Identify these templates with color icons that give your mail a personal touch.
• Receive return receipts when your mail is read
• Send attachments with your mail (including folders)
• Manage your mail with folders and full search capability
• Proofread your messages using a while-you-type built-in spell checker and spelling suggestions
• Create groups, so you can send mail to a number of people with one easy selection
• Choose how you will be notified of mail delivery with sounds, icons, and alert boxes

About Glass Bead Software, maker of SnapMail & SnapTalk:
Founded in 1990, Glass Bead Software (www.glassbead.com) is a leader in Macintosh OS-based messaging, e-mail, and file-transfer software for small to medium-sized businesses. Glass Bead Software services business in the legal, graphic art, architecture, television, film and educational markets with affordable, easy to maintain, secure messaging solutions.

Glass Bead Software, SnapMail, and SnapTalk are trademarks of Glass Bead Software. Apple, Mac, and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the US and other countries. Other company and product names may be trademarks of their respective owners.

Press Contact:
Adam King
adam@glassbead.com