novell, inc. is a leading provider of net services software that delivers services to secure and power all types of networks - the internet, intranets, and extranets, wired to wireless, corporate and public - across leading operating systems. novell's net services software provides the foundation for one net -- a single global network that supports new applications and forms of business. worldwide channel, consulting, education and technical support programs, along with strategic alliances, combine novell net services software with third-party products and services to form complete net solutions.