Opera 8 is a PC World 2005 World Class Award Winner

Oslo, Norway - June 3, 2005

Opera Software today announced that it has received PC World's 2005 World Class Award for its Opera Web browser. This accolade of excellence is based on Opera's attractive and feature-rich Web browser product, Opera 8.

PC World selects products for this award based on exemplary design, features, performance, innovation and price. Hundreds of products were reviewed by PC World, and according to their announcement the most "revolutionary" products that "contribute to changing the world" were selected.

"Opera is honored to receive PC World's 2005 World Class Award, as we strive to lead the browser industry in innovation and excellence," says Jon von Tetzchner, CEO, Opera Software. "We are largely known for our innovative features, but Opera 8 also excels in its security offerings. We not only extend users as much functionality as possible but also a considerable degree of protection while online."

Opera 8 was released on April 19, 2005, and was hailed by reviewers as "fast", "flashy" and "still number one in browser innovation". Known as a viable alternative to the market giant Microsoft's Internet Explorer, Opera's market share is growing. Current download figures for the newest version of the browser totaled over four million in the first four weeks of its release.

To download Opera 8 go to http://www.opera.com/download

About Opera Software ASA

The worldwide World Wide Web — any device, any platform, any bandwidth, absolutely anywhere in the world. Opera Software was founded in 1994, based on the idea that access to the Web should be a universal right. 220 million people (and counting) use the Opera web browsers for computers, mobile phones, TVs and other connected devices. Opera also delivers tools, distribution, engagement, monetization and market insights to developers, publishers and brands around the world. We are passionate about breaking down barriers, so everyone can share in the power of the Internet. Our vision of one Web for all remains at the heart of what we do, because we believe that participation changes everything. Opera Software ASA is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol OPERA. Learn more about Opera at www.opera.com.