Genealogy.com Releases World Family Tree Diamond Collection; Offers 70% Savings to Consumers

With Over 117 Million Individuals Listed, World's Largest Pedigree Database is Now an Even Greater Value for Family History Researchers

September 15, 2000 (FREMONT, CALIFORNIA) — Genealogy.com, LLC today announced the World Family Tree Diamond Collection, the next generation in the company's popular online genealogy database. Among the most popular of Genealogy.com's online databases, World Family Tree is constantly expanding, adding over 1 million new names to the database each month. A new $19.99 monthly subscription grants access to all 61 volumes in the World Family Tree Diamond Collection online for one full month – a savings of 70% over the previous pricing structure. An annual subscription is available for $199.99 – a 20% savings over the month-to-month cost.

"Genealogy.com continues to look for ways to bring value to our consumers," said Rob Armstrong, Genealogy.com CEO. "The World Family Tree Diamond Collection adds 11 new information-packed volumes to the online database. This new data promises to help even more people discover the wonders of family history research."

About World Family Tree Diamond Collection

World Family Tree Diamond Collection is an ever-expanding genealogical resource for both novices and experts. Containing extensive family trees contributed by family history enthusiasts, the database contains more than 117 million individuals, making it the largest pedigree database available. Using the World Family Tree Diamond Collection, researchers can access all 61 current volumes – as well as new volumes as they are released online. A subscription also includes Contributor Contact Information to interact with relatives who have created overlapping family trees. With these details, researchers can start an e-mail or phone relationship to establish an ongoing data exchange, new family ties and expanded family history information.

Pricing, Availability and System Requirements

World Family Tree Diamond Collection subscriptions are available immediately online at www.familytreemaker.com/wftonline. Monthly subscriptions are available for $19.99; yearly subscriptions cost $199.99. Subscriptions renew automatically, to avoid cessation of service.

Access to the World Family Tree Diamond Collection requires Windows 95 or Windows 98, 486 or higher IBM PC or compatible, 8 MB RAM, minimum 8 MB hard disk space (full install takes 40 MB), 2X CD-ROM drive or faster, 640x480 display, 256 colors. Family Tree Maker version 4.0 or higher, or Family Tree Viewer version 3.02 or higher software also required. Works with most popular printers (monochrome and color) supported by Windows. Modem (28.8 kbps recommended) and Internet Service Provider account required for web site connection. User is responsible for all Internet access fees and phone charges. May require minor adjustments to the configuration of your operating system and/or updates to the hardware component drivers.

About Genealogy.com, LLC

Genealogy.com, LLC was launched with $37.5 million in funding from major media corporations in November 1999. Genealogy.com, which previously operated under the corporate umbrella of Broderbund Software, is acknowledged as a decade-long leader in the genealogy technology space. The company is based in Fremont, California, and has approximately 90 employees. Information on Genealogy.com and its services and resources can be found at www.genealogy.com. All of its award-winning products and services are offered online and through direct sales; its software programs are also distributed at retail by the Broderbund Software unit of Mattel Interactive.

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