MILPITAS, Calif. and ATLANTA, Feb. 5, 2001 --- Com21, Inc. (Nasdaq: CMTO), a leading global provider of system solutions for the broadband access market, and Atlanta-based Netsurfer, Inc., a leading supplier of software that simplifies Internet subscription, set-up, and ongoing subscriber management, announced today that Netsurfer's provisioning and management software supports Com21's DOXport 1110 cable modems. The combined solution will enable cable companies to reduce installation times, prevent secondary truck-rolls, and increase operational efficiency.

NetKit® Cable Edition 5.1 subscriber management software allows cable operators to create a two-way communications channel to their subscribers, deliver targeted content and services, and promote brand awareness through the Internet Desktop Application. The dynamic software delivery feature enables the cable operator to keep the end user's software updated and functioning properly. In addition, either the subscriber at home or the access provider at a remote location can restore all connectivity and Internet application software to its initial "known good" configuration via a self-correcting "First Aid" feature built into the software.

"We are pleased to be working with Netsurfer," said Ehsan Rashid, vice president of Com21's Access Products Division. "The ease of installation offered by this combined solution is a great way for cable operators to expand their services."

"Using our 5.1 Cable Edition software with Com21's DOXport 1110 cable modem will significantly reduce installation times, eliminate errors, and prepare the MSO for a retail environment," said Stephen Walden, president and chief operating officer at Netsurfer. "We are very happy that Com21 has selected us as one of the total provisioning solutions they bring to their customers."

About Netsurfer, Inc.
Netsurfer, founded in 1994, is a leading developer of software and related services for broadband and dial-up Internet access providers. Netsurfer products provide MSOs and ISPs customized subscriber provisioning and management tools for their user base. The company's fifth generation technology is currently used by over 500 access providers in over fourteen countries worldwide with over 4,000,000 product licenses sold. Netsurfer's offices are located in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. For more information, visit www.netsurfer.com.

About Com21, Inc.
Com21, Inc. (www.com21.com) is a leading global supplier of system solutions for the broadband access market. The Company's DOCSIS, DVB, and ATM-based products enable cable operators and service providers to deliver high-speed, cost-effective Internet and telephony applications to corporate telecommuters, small businesses, home offices, and residential users. To date, Com21 has shipped over one million cable modems worldwide, along with over 1,400 headend controllers. Com21 systems offer commercial service in cable systems passing 17 million households worldwide.

Com21 is an ISO 9001 registered company with over 500 employees worldwide. The Company's corporate headquarters is located in Milpitas, California, U.S.A, with its European headquarters in Delft, The Netherlands. In addition, Com21 maintains research and development facilities in Ireland, Israel, Maryland, and New York, as well as sales and support offices in the United States and Canada, Europe, Asia, and Latin America.

Safe Harbor Act Clause
This press release contains forward-looking information within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and is subject to the safe harbors created by those sections. This press release contains forward-looking statements related to the capabilities of the software to improve installation times and target the delivery of content and services. Actual results may differ materially due to a number of factors, including software scalability and system integration with network management software. The matters discussed in this press release may also involve risks and uncertainties concerning Com21's products and services described in Com21's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). In particular, see the risk factors described in the Company's most recent Form 10K and Form 10Q. Com21 assumes no obligation to update the forward-looking information contained in this press release.

NOTE: Com21® is a registered trademark of Com21, Inc., Milpitas, California, U.S.A. NetKit® is a registered trademark of Netsurfer, Inc., Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.A.  All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

CONTACT:
Com21, Inc.
Cindy Villanueva, Public Relations of Com21, Inc., 408-544-1349, cindyv@com21.com or
Scot Howard of FutureWorks, Inc., 408-428-0895, x103, scot@future-works.com

Netsurfer, Inc.
Christopher Bernat, Senior Director of Business Development, 770-956-7873 x3108, cbernat@netsurfer.com, or 
Janice Upson, Corporate Communications, 770-956-7873 x3101, janice@netsurfer.com