Opera Software Releases Browsers in Hindi and Punjabi: Only Current Browser Supporting Both Languages

Oslo, Norway - October 17, 2005

Opera Software today announced the availability of its browser in both Hindi and Punjabi. The browser is available for Windows and Linux. It can be downloaded from Opera's download page.

"The Web must become more accessible to people wherever they live and whatever language they speak," said Jon S. von Tetzchner, CEO, Opera Software. "Browser companies bear responsibility for allowing all people to access this amazing resource. Barriers such as language make the Internet less of a global resource than it could be. Opera is taking this step towards removing those barriers."

Worldwide, more than 700 million people speak Hindi and more than 100 million speak Punjabi. Opera is the only browser company whose latest version is available in both languages, providing substantial speed, usability and security upgrades.

About the Opera Browser

Already regarded as the world's fastest, most secure browser, Opera speeds up your Web browsing with these innovative features:

Navigate quickly using intuitive mouse gestures and browser tabs
Start from where your last browsing session ended or save your entire session
Access downloaded files quickly with the transfer manager
Protect against identity theft and phishing with integrated security features
Shop Amazon, browse Ebay, and search the Web with Google right from the address bar
Set reminders for Web pages you visit with the notes feature

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. 250 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.