CUPERTINO, California - April 17, 2001 - Apple today announced that Apple CEO Steve Jobs will kick off its Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) with a "fireside chat" with developers on Monday, May 21, 2001, at 9:30 a.m. The five-day event, which runs from May 21-25, at the San Jose Convention Center, will focus almost exclusively on Mac OS X, Apple's next generation operating system, with in-depth technical sessions and a showcase of the latest development tools. Other Activities at Apple's WWDC 2001 include: more than 100 in-depth technical sessions and hands-on labs to get the latest information on Mac OS X directly from Apple engineers and technology experts; an Exhibitor Fair with the latest development tools and products; and the Apple Design Awards for: innovation, advanced Mac OS X look and feel, use of Apple technologies and exciting new product entries to the Mac OS X market. Cost & Registration The cost of the five-day conference is $1,595 (U.S.) per attendee with early registration discounts available for Apple Developer Connection Premier and Select members. Visit the Apple WWDC website (www.apple.com/developer/wwdc2001) for additional registration and pricing information.