Acorn Computers Launches the Risc PC Range

  Acorn Computers, the leading supplier of 32-bit RISC based personal
computers, has today announced a new family of Acorn products.  The Acorn
Risc PC is based on a new architecture offering significantly increased
speed and graphics, and enhanced functionality and connectivity.

  The Risc PC's improved performance is enabled by: the ARM 610 RISC
processor; full 24-bit colour support; unique second processor capability,
offering users access to other environments such as DOS or Windows; and an
innovative modular case design allowing easy and low-cost expansion.  This
is all supported by the latest release of RISC OS, Acorn's acclaimed
operating environment.  Compatible with over 90% of existing RISC OS
software, the Acorn Risc PC will be launched with over 3,000 software
applications already available.

  Sam Wauchope, Managing Director of Acorn Computers comments:  "The launch
of the Risc PC marks a major leap forward in technology for Acorn and its
customers.  The innovative design of the Risc PC offers exceptional
performance and value for money.  In terms of speed, graphics and true
multimedia, the Risc PC is the best personal computer available today.

  Risc PC's compatibility with existing software, coupled with a guaranteed
low-cost processor upgrade path, and simple and effective expansion with
industry standard memory and peripherals, ensures that existing and new
Acorn customers have their investment protected for the future.  As the
requirements of our users develop, Risc PC will be able to cope with and
exceed these."

  Acorn is committed to the innovative use of technology and works with
industry partners and customers to provide appropriate systems for its
target markets.  As a result, Acorn has developed a product line-up that
matches both the market's expectations and open system requirements.
Initially three product configurations will be offered.

  Founded in 1978, with 1992 revenues of #48.2m, Acorn Computers is the
premier supplier of IT solutions to UK education and has been the leading
provider of 32-bit RISC based personal computers since 1987.   In 1990,
Acorn established an associate company, Advanced RISC Machines (ARM) in a
joint venture with Apple Computer and VLSI Technology Inc to develop and
exploit further Acorn's RISC processor technology.   Acorn works closely
with a strong community of other industry partners, users and software
developers to provide innovative technology solutions for the education,
consumer, publishing and international markets.  Acorn Computers Limited is
part of the Acorn Computer Group plc, which went public on the USM in 1983.


For further press information, please contact:

Mike O'Riordan
Acorn Computers
Tel: 0223 254254

Anne Costello
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Tel: 081 2424171