(Pacific, Missouri - 06/01/1998) - Users looking to improve their use of a
computer that uses a conventional mouse or have limited use of their upper
extremities will benefit from a new product called NIKI (Necessary Instrument
for Komputer Input). NIKI allows a user to manipulate a conventional mouse
using the foot instead of the hand. 

Developed by the Propagated Development Group, the NIKI is packaged with
TouchTime software, holds a conventional mouse and is worn much like a shoe.
The computer user simply moves the mouse with the foot. The TouchTime
software for Windows 95/NT lets the user assign function keys on a keyboard
to act as mouse buttons would.  

In addition, the NIKI may be purchased with a mouse which has foot pedals so
the computer user may use the NIKI on any computer; independent of operating
system. Also, a mousepad may be purchased which is made especially for NIKI
usage. 

"Essentially, we set out to create a product that would help the disabled and
persons afflicted with arthritis," says PDG president, Bob Thompson. "What we
discovered along the way is that most every individual who utilizes a mouse
as part of their normal computer usage can reap tremendous benefits from this
(NIKI) and the residual product line. Anyone who has learned how to type in
the traditional manner knows that it pays to keep your fingers on the `Home
Row'."  

Key Product Features:

    The entire product package gives the computer user the ability to
    completely use the mouse hands free. 

    The entire product package, also, lets a person completely use the mouse
    on, virtually, any operating system. 

    The NIKI comes bundled with TouchTime software so it is immediately
    usable. 

    Removes repetitive and potentially injurious mouse movement away from the
    hand. 

    NIKI setup time is approximately 10 seconds. 

    One size fits all. 

System Requirements:

NIKI alone (with TouchTime)

    32 bit version: Windows 95/NT compliant.

NIKI package (specialized mouse and mousepad):

    Computer must accept a serial or PS/2 style mouse.

Pricing:

    NIKI $29.95
    Specialized mouse $19.95
    Specialized mousepad $14.95

    Entire package, including NIKI, TouchTime, specialized mouse, and
    specialized mousepad $59.95. 

For evaluation copy of TouchTime:

    Download it from http://www.TouchTime.com/TouchTime.zip 

Contact:

    Maryanne Thompson
    Sales Representative
    The Propagated Development Group
    314/257-8293
    elb@primary.net
    http://www.TouchTime.com