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WebCT to Deliver In-Browser Word Processing Capabilities as part of its WebCT Vista^TM Offering

Saarbrücken and Lynnfield Today RealObjects, international market leader in platform independent web content authoring solutions, announced their new OEM partnership with WebCT, Inc., the world's leading provider of integrated e-learning systems to the higher education market. Using RealObjects' celebrated edit-on-Pro technology, WebVT, Inc. will now deliver advanced in-browser word processing capabilities as part of its WebCT Vista solution.

By integrating RealObjects' WYSIWYG HTML/XML editor edit-on-Pro with WebCT Vista, customers will be able to easily publish content without having knowledge of HTML/XML. The editor provides word processor-like features within common web browsers in order to simplify and streamline the process of in-browser content authoring.

"The WebCT partnership once again demonstrates that RealObjects edit-on® Pro is the tool of choice, whenever market leading web-based solutions are required to support the broadest range of client environments. The cross platform capability of edit-on® Pro leverages the advantage of web based systems like WebCT Vista, especially in the heterogeneous environments of educational institutions." Said Markus Neurohr, co-founder, Managing Director and CTO of RealObjects.

"RealObjects edit-on® Pro is an excellent addition to WebCT Vista's content management capabilities, which are unparalleled in the industry. As higher education institutions look for a return on their e-learning investments, as well as to increase the quality and consistency of their course offerings, the ability to easily create and manipulate learning content becomes a high priority. WebCT's partnership and integration with RealObjects makes it even easier for colleges and universities to author and edit their online content, contributing to increased productivity and enhanced efficiency across the institution." Said Carol Vallone, president and CEO of WebCT.

About WebCT
WebCT is the world's leading provider of integrated e-learning systems for higher education. Over 2,600 colleges and universities in over 81 countries worldwide use WebCT's products and services to enhance the technological abilities of their students. Groups in 24 American states, four Canadian provinces, two Australian territories, The Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities, and the Consortium of Distance Education have licensed WebCT for their member organizations, making it a primary technological choice for some of the world's most prominent educational institutions.

About RealObjects
Founded in May 2000, RealObjects is a pioneering developer of platform independent WYSIWYG HTML/XML editor solutions, which enable online content authoring in almost any web-based application. Its market leading editor applet edit-on-Pro complements form-based content management systems and streamlines the process of in-browser web authoring - across platforms, without installation of client-side software.

Headquartered in Saarbrücken, Germany, RealObjects is a privately held software manufacturer with hundreds of corporate customers in over 25 countries, ranging from small businesses to Fortune 500 enterprises, educational institutions as well as government and non-profit organizations. A 'leading edge' network of key business alliances, value added resellers and OEM partners has already been established.

Contact:
Michael Jung
RealObjects, Managing Director
michael.jung@realobjects.com
Tel. +49 (0)681 985 790

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