Microsoft NZ Gives Kiwis a Tech Guarantee

For Immediate Release

Microsoft(r) New Zealand Gives Kiwis a Tech Guarantee

AUCKLAND, New Zealand - Monday, 1 September 2003 - Microsoft New Zealand is taking the angst out of timing software purchases. Today Microsoft New Zealand announced the availability of the Microsoft Office System Technology Guarantee Coupon. The coupon enables anyone who purchases retail, pre-installed* or academic Microsoft Office XP and Office 2002 products between 1 September 2003 and 30 November 2003 to obtain the corresponding or the closest equivalent Microsoft(r) Office 2003 product when available, for the cost of shipping and handling, NZ$30 (GST inclusive).**

Christine Coffey, Microsoft Office System Product Manager, Microsoft New Zealand, said the coupon is ideal for those who need to install new software but have been struggling with the decision of whether to buy now or wait for the next version.

"Many people delay buying the tools they need in order to wait for the next versions to be released," said Coffey. "In the meantime, they sacrifice potential gains that could have realised. The guarantee assures people can get what they need now, and also ensures when the next best version is out, they get that too."

The offer is only valid in New Zealand and coupons will be made available through retailers or where selected Microsoft Office XP and Office 2002 products are pre-installed. About Microsoft Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ "MSFT") is the worldwide leader in software, services and Internet technologies for personal and business computing. The company offers a wide range of products and services designed to empower people through great software - any time, any place and on any device.

*Pre-installed software includes specified programs installed on computer prior to purchase.

**Complete details including a list of all eligible products and ordering procedures are available at: http://www.microsoft.com/nz/office/tg

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