Oceanside, California—February 13, 2006

The Oceanscience Group announces the release of the Oyster PE, a rugged, water-resistant, full-featured miniature computer. The Oyster PE’s ease of operation, large data capacity, expandable I/O, versatile communications and networking capabilities make it a superior alternative to data loggers.

Created for industrial use, this versatile, compact PC incorporates a powerful Celeron processor in a rugged IP67 aluminum case. Windows XP or optional Linux operating systems provide familiar user interfaces and minimize training. Wireless 802.11 b/g LAN allows ad hoc or infrastructure networking; options include RF and Iridium satellite communications. The standard configuration includes a 4 GB solid state compact flash hard drive, 512MB SDRAM, 4 serial inputs and 2 USB ports. The system can easily be expanded.

Extremely low power consumption and remarkable versatility make the Oyster PE an ideal platform for supporting sea- and land-based data collection and monitoring. The system offers significant savings of time and labor by minimizing on-site visits. Standard desktop software simplifies use and accessibility.

The Oceanscience Group manufactures a wide variety of waterproof communications and oceanographic / hydrologic instrument platforms for universities, government agencies and private industry. Products include RF transceivers, satellite modems, computers, embedded communications, weather stations, buoys, solar-powered buoy lights, oceanographic instrument platforms, remote-controlled instrument boats, and wave gauges. Offices are in Oceanside, California. For more information, visit www.oceanscience.com or dial 760 754-2400.