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TELECOMWORLDWIRE-29 February 2000-Netopia to acquire WebOrder (C)1994-2000 M2 COMMUNICATIONS LTD http://www.m2.com Netopia Inc, a California based provider of Internet and e-commerce infrastructure, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire WebOrder, a developer of e-commerce systems. With the acquisition, Netopia hopes to strengthen its strategy of developing both e-commerce web platforms and broadband DSL systems for the converging distribution channels that serve small and medium sized companies. Under the agreement, which is expected to close in March, WebOrder's shareholders will receive cash and common stock valued at between USD21m-USD23m for WebOrder's outstanding equity. ((Comments on this story may be sent to [email protected]))