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ACS Announces Data Integration with QuickBooks® 2003 Canada Edition Products

December 31, 2002 - American Computer Software (ACS), a leading property management software company, announces today that its flagship product, MANAGEMENT Plus™, will be among the first to enable key data exchange with Intuit Canada's (NASDAQ: INTU) latest versions of its QuickBooks® software - QuickBooks Pro Edition 2003, QuickBooks Premier Edition 2003 and the QuickBooks Premier: Accountant Edition 2003.

American Computer Software is a continuing member of the Intuit Developer Network, which helps third-party developers enable data integration between their applications and Intuit's software products. As a member of the network, American Computer Software was among 35 other companies chosen by Intuit Canada to be a QuickBooks 2003 beta developer.

American Computer Software is focused on delivering more efficient property management solutions, and with the QuickBooks 2003 products data integration, the goal of "Never Enter Data Twice" is closer to becoming a reality. Information important to property managers and accountants can be utilized in MANAGEMENT Plus and QuickBooks Pro Edition 2003, Premier Edition 2003 or Premier: Accountant Edition 2003 automatically, impacting data entry, processing time and clerical hours.

The capability for data integration of MANAGEMENT Plus and the QuickBooks 2003 products is ideal for property managers. American Computer Software is proud to build on its history of working with Intuit and are excited to expand their reach with Intuit Canada. ACS was able to provide a pathway to QuickBooks in its earlier versions, as well as helping to define a workable software development relationship with Intuit. Learn more about American Computer Software property management solutions and its data integration with the QuickBooks 2003 products by calling 800-527-9449.

About MANAGEMENT™ Plus
Designed by property management and software development veterans, MANAGEMENT Plus™ stands as the industry's simplest, yet most comprehensive Windows-based property management software. From processing move-ins and move-outs, to creating reports, tracking marketing efforts and organizing vital compliance information, MANAGEMENT Plus provides property managers with the key to enhanced data management. Built-in wizards accompany unparalleled customer support, allowing for an easy transition to computerized, integrated management software. MANAGEMENT Plus quickly increases efficiency and gives the property manager true control.

MANAGEMENT Plus nearly eliminates user error and streamlines daily processing. Its fully-functional Lease/Tenant List provides quick access to information while also serving as a central portal for tenant processing. MANAGEMENT Plus works with the accounting program of your choice, offers superior work order/maintenance processing, and features the industry's most robust solution for affordable housing processing. Visit the American Computer Software Web site at www.acsoftware.com.

About ACS
American Computer Software (ACS) is the leading provider of property management software, providing simple, cost-cutting solutions for over one million units since 1968, including residential, subsidized, tax credit, commercial, military and various other types. Headquartered in Madison, WI, ACS is a privately-held company boasting several industry awards for its Windows-based MANAGEMENT Plus™ solution. Offered as a standalone product or integrated with QuickBooks, Microsoft Great Plains Business Solutions or numerous other accounting solutions, MANAGEMENT Plus allows property managers to easily streamline otherwise burdensome accounting, maintenance and marketing tasks.

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Matthew Zintel
Zintel Public Relations
Direct: 310-574-8888
matthew@zintelpr.com

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