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comScore Releases Top U.K. Web Rankings for February 2008

LONDON, March 25 /PRNewswire/ --

- Valentine's Day Drives Traffic to Flowers, Gifts & Greetings Sites

- New Firefox Browser Helps Mozilla Organisation Grow to More than 3 Million Visitors

comScore, Inc. (Nasdaq: SCOR), a leader in measuring the digital world, today released its February rankings of the largest and fastest-growing Internet properties and site categories in the U.K. based on data from the comScore World Metrix audience measurement service.

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Online visitation figures traditionally dip slightly in February, since the shortness of the month means that there are fewer days on which visits can be recorded. Nonetheless, Valentine's Day helped drive a strong increase in traffic to the Flowers/Gifts/and Greetings category, which grew 28 percent from January to nearly 7 million visitors in February. Auto manufacturer, career resources and e-cards categories also experienced gains.

Uptake of its new Firefox Internet browser drove visitors to the Mozilla Organisation, which experienced a 48-percent increase to 3.1 million visitors. Fish4Sites grew 24 percent to 3.3 million visitors, driven largely by a jump in visitors to careers resource property, Fish4jobs.

Top Gaining Site Categories for February 2008

Top 10 Gaining Site Categories by Number of U.K. Unique Visitors February 2008 vs. January 2008 Total U.K., Age 15+ - Home and Work Locations(i) Source: comScore World Metrix Total Unique Visitors (000) Site Category Jan-08 Feb-08 %Change Total Internet: Total Audience 33,254 33,257 0% Flowers/Gifts/Greetings 5,480 6,992 28% Auto Manufacturer 4,381 4,771 9% Career Resources 5,307 5,688 7% e-cards 6,559 6,911 5% Classifieds 10,864 11,253 4% Shipping 5,096 5,209 2% Services 32,340 32,213 0% Search/Navigation 31,242 31,054 -1% Portals 31,501 31,294 -1% Entertainment 28,794 28,506 -1% (i) Excludes traffic from public computers such as Internet cafes or access from mobile phones or PDAs.

Top Gaining Properties for February 2008

Top 10 Gaining Properties by Number of U.K. Unique Visitors(i) February 2008 vs. January 2008 Total U.K., Age 15+ - Home and Work Locations(ii) Source: comScore World Metrix Total Unique Visitors (000) Property Jan-08 Feb-08 %Change Total Internet: Total Audience 33,254 33,257 0% The Mozilla Organization 2,078 3,079 48% Fish4 Sites 2,612 3,252 24% British Sky Broadcasting (BSkyB) 8,097 8,414 4% Royal Mail Group 4,068 4,195 3% MINICLIP.COM 3,934 4,034 3% NetShelter Technology Media 2,827 2,875 2% FACEBOOK.COM 12,840 12,957 1% BEBO.COM 11,359 11,392 0% Yellow Book Network 6,171 6,156 0% Trader Media Group 4,623 4,602 0% (i) Ranking based on the top 100 U.K. properties in February 2008. (ii) Excludes traffic from public computers such as Internet cafes or access from mobile phones or PDAs.

Top 25 Properties for February 2008

Top 25 Properties by Number of U.K. Unique Visitors(i) February 2008 vs. January 2008 Total U.K., Age 15+ - Home and Work Locations(ii) Source: comScore World Metrix Feb-08 Jan-08 Total Unique Rank Rank Property Visitors (000) Feb-08 N/A N/A Total Internet: Total Audience 33,257 1 1 Google Sites 29,349 2 2 Microsoft Sites 27,601 3 3 eBay 21,022 4 4 Yahoo! Sites 20,614 5 5 BBC Sites 18,194 6 7 Ask Network 13,738 7 8 Wikipedia Sites 13,180 8 9 FACEBOOK.COM 12,957 9 6 Amazon Sites 12,738 10 11 Fox Interactive Media 11,412 11 13 BEBO.COM 11,392 12 10 Lycos Europe Sites 10,995 13 14 Apple Inc. 10,407 14 12 AOL LLC 10,069 15 15 DMGT 9,829 16 16 CNET Networks 8,548 17 19 British Sky Broadcasting (BSkyB) 8,414 18 18 Tesco Stores 7,358 19 17 Home Retail Group 7,090 20 25 Yellow Book Network 6,156 21 21 Adobe Sites 6,008 22 22 News International 5,972 23 27 Viacom Digital 5,911 24 20 Moneysupermarket.com Financial Group 5,757 25 24 Orange Sites 5,725 (i) Ranking based on the top 100 U.K. properties in February 2008. (ii) Excludes traffic from public computers such as Internet cafes or access from mobile phones or PDAs.

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Sundyne Recognized with Pioneer Award for Outstanding Economic Development

ARVADA, Colo., March 25 /PRNewswire/ -- Sundyne Corp., a subsidiary of Hamilton Sundstrand, has been awarded the prestigious Pioneer Award from the Arvada Economic Development Association in Colorado. The award is given each year to a Jefferson County company that demonstrates community leadership, involvement, innovation and sustained business and service excellence. Hamilton Sundstrand is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. .

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Ingrid Russell, Sundyne Corp.'s director of global finance accepted the award at the Jefferson County Industry Appreciation Awards Breakfast at the Arvada Center in Colorado. The Pioneer Award that was awarded to Sundyne is the most prestigious award given to a Jefferson County company.

"We are extremely honored to receive this award from the City of Arvada and Jefferson County," stated Phil Ruffner, president of Sundyne Corp. "This is a testament to our employees' hard work and community involvement."

"At Sundyne world headquarters in Arvada we design and develop pumps and compressors to process gas and fluids that people use everyday to run their cars, heat their homes and make products like paper, cosmetics and ice cream," said Jeff Wiemelt, vice president and general manager of Sundyne. "Our engineered products are built right here in Arvada and shipped around the world to help provide power for life's basic needs," said Wiemelt.

Sundyne Corp. started doing business in the Arvada headquarters building in 1977 where it continues to manufacture pumps and compressors serving oil, gas and petrochemical industries. Sundyne serves over 4,000 customers in 117 different countries. It has factories in England, France, Germany, Wisconsin, China and Japan. Sundyne employs over 800 people worldwide, and has over 375 employees at the Arvada headquarters. The company owns 33 patents and exports 65% of its products.

About Sundyne Corp.

Headquartered in Arvada, Colo., Sundyne Corp. is a leading global manufacturer of engineered pumps and compressors serving process industries worldwide. Additional information can be found at http://www.sundyne.com/. Sundyne is a subsidiary of Hamilton Sundstrand, which is headquartered in Windsor Locks, Conn. Hamilton Sundstrand employs approximately 18,300 people worldwide and had 2007 revenues of $5.6 billion. Among the world's largest suppliers of technologically advanced aerospace and industrial products, the company designs, manufactures and services aerospace systems and provides integrated system solutions for commercial, regional, corporate and military aircraft. It also is a major supplier for international space programs.

United Technologies Corp., based in Hartford, Conn., is a diversified company providing high technology products and services to the building and aerospace industries worldwide.

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Corp.

Web site: http://www.sundyne.com/

GigaMedia: No Concern about Canada Regulatory Position

HONG KONG, March 25 /Xinhua-PRNewswire/ -- GigaMedia Limited ("GigaMedia" or the "Company") today reaffirmed its view that the regulatory and licensing situation in Canada and the territory of Kahnawake is reliable and stable and that the Company has no concern over related business interruptions.

On the basis of communications with Canadian counsel and government officials, the Company believes no change in the current licensing system is contemplated. Moreover, in accordance with best practices, GigaMedia maintains disaster recovery and alternate hosting arrangements.

A financial website yesterday suggested GigaMedia faces the possibility of a near-term revenue hit from a change in Canadian regulations, a statement for which the Company finds no basis.

GigaMedia's poker and casino software products continue to deliver strong growth in 2008, driven by Everest Poker, one of the world's most popular poker sites and the sponsor of the World Series of Poker.

About GigaMedia

GigaMedia Limited (Singapore registration number: 199905474H) is a major provider of online entertainment software and services. GigaMedia develops and licenses software for online gaming. GigaMedia also operates online games businesses including FunTown, a leading Asian casual games portal and the world's largest online MahJong game site in terms of revenue, and T2CN, a leading online sports game operator in China. More information on GigaMedia can be obtained from http://www.gigamedia.com.tw/ .

The statements included above and elsewhere in this press release that are not historical in nature are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the "safe harbor" provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. GigaMedia cautions readers that forward-looking statements are based on the Company's current expectations and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from those contained in such forward-looking statements. Information as to certain factors that could cause actual results to vary can be found in GigaMedia's Annual Report on Form 20-F filed with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission in June 2007.

For further information contact: Brad Miller, Investor Relations Director Tel: +8862-3518-1107 Email: brad.miller@gigamedia.com.tw

GigaMedia Limited

CONTACT: Brad Miller of GIGM, +886-2-3518-1107, or
brad.miller@gigamedia.com.tw

Web site: http://www.gigamedia.com.tw/

Plexus Q2 Earnings Release on April 23rd After Market Close and Conference Call on April 24th at 8:30 am E.T.

NEENAH, Wis., March 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Plexus Corp. , today announced it will release its fiscal 2008 second quarter results for the period ended March 29, 2008 on Wednesday, April 23rd after the stock market closes. Senior management will host a live webcast and conference call to review the results on Thursday, April 24th at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time.

What: Plexus Corp.'s Fiscal Q2 Earnings Conference Call When: Thursday, April 24th at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time Where: 888-693-3477 or 973-582-2710 with conference ID: 40909066 http://www.videonewswire.com/PLXS/042408/ (requires Windows Media Player) Replay: The call will be archived until April 31, 2008 at noon Eastern Time http://www.videonewswire.com/PLXS/042408/ or via telephone replay at 800-642-1687 or 706-645-9291 PIN: 40909066 Contact: Dianne Boydstun, 920-751-5583, dianne.boydstun@plexus.com ** Please contact Dianne to switch from fax to email distribution ** About Plexus Corp. - The Product Realization Company

Plexus (http://www.plexus.com/) is an award-winning participant in the Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) industry, providing product design, supply chain and materials management, manufacturing, test, fulfillment and aftermarket solutions to branded product companies in the Wireline/Networking, Wireless Infrastructure, Medical, Industrial/Commercial and Defense/Security/Aerospace market sectors.

The Company's unique Focused Factory manufacturing model and global supply chain solutions are strategically enhanced by value-added product design and engineering services. Plexus specializes in mid-to low-volume, higher-mix customer programs that require flexibility, scalability, technology and quality.

Plexus provides award-winning customer service to more than 100 branded product companies in North America, Europe and Asia.

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CONTACT: Ginger Jones, Vice President, Chief Financial Officer of
Plexus, +1-920-751-5487, ginger.jones@plexus.com

Web site: http://www.plexus.com/

FundsTech Corp Announces Sales Agreement for Distribution of Their Virtual Gift Card Program - Company on Target to Meet Next Key Corporate Goal of Becoming Cash Flow Positive in the Third Quarter of 2008

PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla., March 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- FundsTech Corp (BULLETIN BOARD: FNDS) (Frankfurt: "FT4," A0MWLG) has completed a deal for the distribution of their Virtual Gift Card program. The client, a United States magazine distributor with annual sales in the millions of dollars, will commence with the program within the next few weeks. The program is designed to thank customers for their existing business and provide incentives for them to purchase more products.

Joe Tumbarello, COO of FundsTech, stated, "Our client had the need for an inexpensive and efficient way to instantly thank and provide incentives to their customers. FundsTech provides these type solutions for clients in the United States, throughout the European Union and very soon in South Africa. Moreover, the program will generate revenues THIS QUARTER -- that is important to our company and our shareholders. This program adds to the existing suite of programs we currently fulfill including payroll, general spend, and traditional gift cards. All of our card programs are branded by the major card associations to make them easy to use globally. Once fully deployed, the program we are announcing today should generate over 100,000 virtual cards annually with revenues estimated at $3.35 per card. Our next key corporate goal is to become cash flow positive in the third quarter (of 2008)."

About FundsTech Corp

FundsTech Corp is a financial services company that provides prepaid debit cards to the over 1 Billion working population worldwide who do not have a bank account. This market is estimated at over $100 Billion on an annual basis. The Industry average for prepaid cards is $12.00 per month per card. The FundsTech Cash Card allows the employer to replace payroll checks for their un-banked workers. In addition it allows employers to use the FundsTech Cash Card where they now have to pay their employees in cash, which is estimated to be over 50% of the worldwide working population. The FundsTech Cash Card also allows for the domestic and international transfer of money (replaces Western Union) which is also a market estimated to be over $100 Billion annually. The FundsTech Cash Card can be used anywhere in the world that accepts MasterCard or Visa. Other services include Gift cards, bill pay, prepaid cellular, etc.

Matters discussed in this press release contain forward looking statements as defined under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Investors are cautioned that such forward looking statements involve risk and uncertainties, which could significantly impact the actual results, performance or achievements of the Company. Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the time frame for production of revenue, product development and commercial introduction, the impact of rapid price and technological change and competition, manufacturing and supply uncertainties and other risks as may be detailed from time to time in the Company's periodic reports filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission.

Contact: David Fann President FundsTech Corp 904-273-2702 dfann@fundstech.com http://www.fundstechcorp.com/

FundsTech Corp

CONTACT: David Fann, President of FundsTech Corp, +1-904-273-2702,
dfann@fundstech.com

Web site: http://www.fundstechcorp.com/

Siemens IT Solutions & Services, Inc. Positioned in Leaders Quadrant for Desktop and Help Desk Outsourcing Services

NORWALK, Conn., March 25 /PRNewswire/ -- Siemens IT Solutions and Services, Inc., a leading provider of IT consulting and outsourcing services, today announced it has been positioned by Gartner, Inc. in the leaders quadrant in the "Magic Quadrant for Desk Top Outsourcing Services, North America, 2008" and the "Magic Quadrant for Help Desk Outsourcing Services, North America, 2008."

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"This reaffirms our continued focus on our goal to become an indispensable business partner to our clients," said John McKenna, President and CEO of Siemens IT Solutions & Services, Inc. "A world class service desk integrated with desktop support, engineered to deliver end-to-end incident management, is the cornerstone to providing outstanding end user support services. This is recognition of the diligence and expertise that our employees exhibit on a daily basis as they strive to deliver outstanding customer service." McKenna says, "Our innovative approach and commitment to ITIL service management set our offerings apart in this market."

In these market leading reports, Gartner analysts evaluated technology providers in two primary focus areas. Completeness of Vision is evaluated and technology providers are rated on their product strategy, business model and market understanding. Also, the reports evaluate technology providers on their Ability to Execute, including quality and efficiency of processes and systems and ultimately, technology providers are judged on product/service, overall viability and sales execution.

Siemens IT Solutions & Services provides innovative products and outstanding client service to clients throughout the IT industry. Global reach, quality personnel, and continual innovation help clients realize business value. Siemens IT Solutions & Services provides a depth of business experience and expertise and a much deeper process focus than is usual in the service marketplace. For more information, please visit: http://www.usa.siemens.com/it-solutions.

For more information on Gartner or to get the full report, visit http://www.gartner.com/. A cost may be associated with accessing the report in its entirety.

About the Magic Quadrant

The Magic Quadrant is copyrighted 2008 by Gartner, Inc. and is reused with permission. The Magic Quadrant is a graphical representation of a marketplace at and for a specific time period. It depicts Gartner's analysis of how certain vendors measure against criteria for that marketplace, as defined by Gartner. Gartner does not endorse any vendor, product or service depicted in the Magic Quadrant, and does not advise technology users to select only those vendors placed in the "Leaders" quadrant. The Magic Quadrant is intended solely as a research tool, and is not meant to be a specific guide to action. Gartner disclaims all warranties, express or implied, with respect to this research, including any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.

About Siemens IT Solutions & Services

Siemens IT Solutions and Services, Inc. is one of Siemens operating companies in the United States. Siemens IT Solutions and Services is an internationally leading provider of IT solutions and services. With its comprehensive know-how and specific sector knowledge, this division of Siemens offers solutions and services from a single source -- from consulting to systems integration to software development and management of IT infrastructures. Siemens IT Solutions and Services has 43,000 employees and posts annual worldwide sales of more than $7 billion USD. For more information, please visit http://www.usa.siemens.com/it-solutions .

About Siemens AG

Siemens AG is one of the largest global electronics and engineering companies with reported worldwide sales of $107.4 billion in fiscal 2006. Founded 160 years ago, the company is a leader in the areas of Medical, Power, Automation and Control, Transportation, Information and Communications, Lighting, Building Technologies, Water Technologies and Services and Home Appliances. With its U.S. corporate headquarters in New York City, Siemens in the USA has sales of $21.4 billion and employs approximately 70,000 people throughout all 50 states and Puerto Rico. Eleven of Siemens' worldwide businesses are based in the United States. With its global headquarters in Munich, Siemens AG and its subsidiaries employ 480,000 people in 190 countries. For more information on Siemens in the United States: http://www.usa.siemens.com/.

SIEMENS is a registered trademark of Siemens AG. All other company, brand, product, and service names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

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CONTACT: Marla Davids of Siemens IT Solutions & Services, Inc.,
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PointRoll Continues Strong Growth, Adding Three to Senior Staff- Rich media leader hires industry veterans from CNET Networks, Variety Online Group and Convergys -

CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., March 25 /PRNewswire/ -- PointRoll, the leading provider of rich media technology solutions, announced today the addition of three key executives to its growing senior management team. Max Mead has been named Vice President, Business Development & Strategy, Sanjiv Karani has joined as Vice President, Global Product Management & Innovation and Dea Lawrence has been hired to lead the West Coast team as Regional Vice President, Western Sales. Boasting almost 20% growth in employees since September 2007, PointRoll commands dominant market share of the rich media industry -- serving over 70 billion rich media impressions last year -- and calls two-thirds of the Fortune 500 its clients.

"The rich media industry is growing at a rapid pace and changing daily," said Jason Tafler, CEO of PointRoll. "As we grow with it and drive the future, we are constantly innovating while working very hard to stay true to our core competencies, delivering the best products with the service to match. Doing that requires diligence and scrutiny in building a team of the very best in the industry and we couldn't be happier to have Max, Sanjiv and Dea join us."

As Vice President, Business Development & Strategy, Max Mead leads the development and execution of PointRoll's growth strategy by researching and identifying new markets, products, services, channels and technologies. Additionally, he is responsible for developing and implementing strategic alliances and works closely with parent company Gannett on broader investment and acquisition opportunities. Prior to joining PointRoll, Max held the position of Chief Operating Officer with Green Living Media, LLC in San Francisco. In seven years with CNET Networks, most recently as Vice President, CNET Business Strategy, Max was responsible for finance, business development, search marketing and content syndication for the company's largest business unit.

As an expert in driving innovation, research and development, and advanced technologies, Sanjiv Karani brings more than 15 years experience to the role of Vice President, Global Product Management & Innovation. He will be responsible for driving PointRoll's customer-driven product innovation strategy and directing the company's team of product managers through the process of defining and developing new rich media products and services. Previously, Sanjiv served as Executive Director, Product Management & Innovation with Convergys Corporation in Cincinnati, where he spent more than 10 years in product management and planning.

Dea Lawrence brings over 15 years as a senior executive in the entertainment industry to her role as Regional Vice President, Western Sales. She is responsible for the management and expansion of the West Coast sales team, driving revenue growth and developing and maintaining all advertiser and agency relationships. Before joining PointRoll, Dea held the title of Vice President of Sales with The Variety Online Group, where she was instrumental in the creation, development and growth of the business, building and implementing the sales strategy for all online advertising sales.

Companies such as Ford, Sears, Cadbury-Schweppes, Toyota, CVS and McDonald's turn to PointRoll not only because they proactively offer best-in- class solutions that enable more engaging, effective online advertising, but also because they consistently outmatch the competition with their full- service approach and ability to solve complex problems for clients.

About PointRoll

PointRoll, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Gannett Co., Inc. , offers a solution to the limited performance of standard banner ads by effectively bringing a mini web site to the user without requiring a click. PointRoll's superior rich media technology and service enable advertisers to connect with consumers by creating an interactive online environment that generates conversion. With interactive features such as streaming video, polling, instant e-mail, data collection and more, marketers can easily create and deliver ads that build brand awareness and drive sales. The result: great creative controlled by the user and improves ad effectiveness-without the negative experience associated with intrusive technologies. Additionally, PointRoll delivers comprehensive, real-time reporting that definitively illustrates return on investment. For more information, please visit http://www.pointroll.com/.

PointRoll

CONTACT: Kelly Hennigan of AgileCat, +1-215-508-2082 (office), or
+1-856-905-8167 (cell), kelly@agilecat.com, for PointRoll

Web site: http://www.pointroll.com/

Majesco Entertainment and Interactive Game Group Bring Humongous' Best-Selling Children's Properties to Wii(TM) in the U.S.

EDISON, N.J., March 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Majesco Entertainment Company , an innovative provider of video games for the mass market, today announced a deal to bring popular Humongous characters Freddi Fish, Pajama Sam and SPY Fox to the Wii(TM) system in mid-2008. These games are being produced by Interactive Game Group, LLC, under license from Humongous.

The only strategy game series for kids at all stages of thinking, Freddi Fish, Pajama Sam and SPY Fox are part of the Humongous properties catalog that combined has sold more than 15 million units and received more than 400 awards for quality given its charming characters and great stories. Now Freddi Fish in Kelp Seed Mystery, Pajama Sam in Don't Fear the Dark and SPY Fox in Dry Cereal integrate the Wii Remote(TM) in point-and-click style adventure play that the entire family can enjoy together.

"For more than a decade, Humongous has continued to create some of the most memorable and successful interactive entertainment properties for children," said Jesse Sutton, Chief Executive Officer, Majesco. "Their characters have demonstrated both tremendous staying power and widespread consumer appeal, and we think this kind of family-friendly content is well- suited to the Wii system."

"My goal is to contribute to the success of the Humongous properties by facilitating the distribution of these Wii titles with Majesco in the United States and Atari Europe overseas, thus paving the way for future development and new products for this highly recognized franchise," said Frederic Chesnais, General Manager of Interactive Game Group, LLC.

Each of the three Humongous titles will be available in mid-2008 in the United States for $19.99 each. For additional information about Majesco's exciting line of products, please visit the newly relaunched http://www.majescoentertainment.com/.

About Majesco Entertainment Company

Headquartered in Edison, NJ, with an international office based in Bristol, UK, Majesco Entertainment Company is an innovative provider of video games for the mass market, with a focus on publishing video games for leading portable systems and the Wii(TM) system. Product highlights include Nancy Drew(TM), Cooking Mama 2: Dinner with Friends and Zoo Hospital(TM) for Nintendo DS(TM) and Cooking Mama: Cook Off for the Wii(TM) console. More information about Majesco can be found online at http://www.majescoentertainment.com/.

About Interactive Game Group

Interactive Game Group (I2G) is a company acquiring, financing and licensing video games and other interactive entertainment properties, whether packaged media, online or wireless. Created by Frederic Chesnais, former Chief Executive Officer of Atari Interactive, Inc. with a decade-long experience in acquiring, financing and licensing intellectual property rights in the video game industry, I2G is developing and financing a portfolio of video game properties, joining forces with the best studios, publishers and distributors for each project on a worldwide scale.

Safe Harbor

Certain statements contained herein are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements may be identified by reference to a future period(s) or by the use of forward- looking terminology, such as "may," "will," "intend," "should," "expect," "anticipate," "estimate" or "continue" or the negatives thereof or other comparable terminology. The Company's actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in such forward-looking statements due to a variety of factors. These factors include but are not limited to, the demand for our products; our ability to complete and release our products in a timely fashion; competitive factors in the businesses in which we compete; continued consumer acceptance of our products and the gaming platforms on which our products operate; fulfillment of orders preliminarily made by customers; adverse changes in the securities markets and the availability of and costs associated with sources of liquidity. The Company does not undertake, and specifically disclaims any obligation, to release publicly the results of any revisions that may be made to any forward-looking statements to reflect the occurrence of anticipated or unanticipated events or circumstances after the date of such statements.

Majesco Entertainment Company

CONTACT: Audra McIver, Bender Helper Impact for Majesco Entertainment,
+1-212-689-6360, audra_mciver@bhimpact.com; or Steven Bercu of Interactive
Game Group, +1-617-395-1386, Bercu@limelaw.com

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AT&T, Clemson University Celebrate CU-ICAR CollaborationClemson announces AT&T Auditorium

CLEMSON, S.C., March 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Clemson University today announced a multi-year collaboration with AT&T at the Greenville-based Clemson University International Center for Automotive Research (CU-ICAR). The partnership represents an investment by AT&T Inc. of more than $2.4 million in the unique research campus since its inception in 2003.

"CU-ICAR is an investment in the future of our state and region," said Clemson President James F. Barker. "By leveraging the strengths of Clemson's engineering programs and the automotive expertise present in our state, we can, with AT&T's continuing partnership, enhance economic development, educate tomorrow's engineers today, and bring more good jobs and high technology expertise to South Carolina and South Carolina residents."

AT&T's multi-year gift includes both financial contributions from AT&T Inc. and the AT&T Foundation, the company's corporate philanthropy organization, as well as infrastructure support. Clemson also announced that the auditorium in the Carroll A. Campbell Jr. Graduate Engineering Center will be named the AT&T Auditorium. The Campbell Center is home to master's and doctoral degree programs in automotive engineering. It is the anchor of CU-ICAR Technology Neighborhood One, the first area of the 250-acre campus to be developed.

"In South Carolina, we compete in a global marketplace, and maximizing our opportunities is vital to our success and that of the next generation. CU-ICAR takes that challenge seriously. It builds upon the existing strengths of our great state, developing new ideas, new products and services and a new generation of high technology workers," said AT&T South Carolina President Pamela Lackey. "We are pleased to be a part of CU-ICAR and its work and mission and look forward to the collaboration announced today for our future."

At the preview of the AT&T Auditorium that is designed to showcase the automobile, guests were invited to view the Number 31 AT&T Chevrolet, which is driven competitively by Jeff Burton of Richard Childress Racing. The race car is the first car to be displayed at the auditorium.

About Philanthropy at AT&T

AT&T Inc. is committed to advancing education, strengthening communities and improving lives. Through its philanthropic initiatives and partnerships, AT&T supports projects that create learning opportunities; promote academic and economic achievement; and address community needs. In 2006, AT&T contributed more than $101 million through corporate-, employee- and AT&T Foundation-giving programs. AT&T and the AT&T Foundation, the corporate philanthropy organization of AT&T Inc., combine more than $1.8 billion of historic charitable commitment to communities across the country.

About AT&T

AT&T Inc. is a premier communications holding company. Its subsidiaries and affiliates, AT&T operating companies, are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and around the world. Among their offerings are the world's most advanced IP-based business communications services and the nation's leading wireless, high speed Internet access and voice services. In domestic markets, AT&T is known for the directory publishing and advertising sales leadership of its Yellow Pages and YELLOWPAGES.COM organizations, and the AT&T brand is licensed to innovators in such fields as communications equipment. As part of its three-screen integration strategy, AT&T is expanding its TV entertainment offerings. Additional information about AT&T Inc. and the products and services provided by AT&T subsidiaries and affiliates is available at http://www.att.com/.

(C) 2008 AT&T Intellectual Property. All rights reserved. AT&T and the AT&T logo are trademarks of AT&T Intellectual Property. For more information, please review this announcement in the AT&T newsroom at http://www.att.com/newsroom.

About CU-ICAR

CU-ICAR is a new model for economic development in South Carolina, matching Clemson's strengths in automotive engineering with the state's strong automotive economic cluster. Located on the Interstate 85 corridor between Charlotte, N.C., and Atlanta, Ga., CU-ICAR is situated in the center of the Southeastern automotive and motorsports economy.

The 250-acre "technopolis" is where BMW, Michelin, Timken, Sun Microsystems, the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) and other corporate partners, including AT&T, are joining with Clemson to focus on automotive research and other transportation and advanced manufacturing issues.

The state of South Carolina also is a key partner through legislation created to support economic development and innovation. The Research Centers of Economic Excellence Endowed Chairs Program, which provides dollar-for-dollar matching funds for corporate investment to recruit top faculty to the state, has funded four such endowed chairs at CU-ICAR. To date more than $225 million in public and private funds have been invested in CU-ICAR, and more than 500 jobs have been generated. More information is available at http://www.clemson.edu/autoresearch.

AT&T Inc.

CONTACT: Martha Smith of AT&T Inc., +1-803-401-2235, Mobile,
+1-803-414-1200, ms7456@att.com; or Sandy Woodward of Clemson University,
+1-864-656-1220, or Mobile, +1-864-650-5297, sandra@clemson.edu

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Caro Systems Inc. (http://www.carosys.com) Leads the Successful Implementation of Solutions for Media (S4M) Business Platform for CanWest MediaWorks Inc.Implementation of New Business Platform allows Broadcast Unit of CanWest MediaWorks to provide richer customer relationships and foundation for innovation, new business development and growth

TORONTO, March 25 /PRNewswire/ -- November 9 -- The North American landscape for delivering customer service in Broadcast advertising effectively changed August 27, 2007 when CanWest MediaWorks Inc. (CMW) took a bold step ahead of its competitors in the marketplace and implemented Solutions for Media (S4M) integrated business platform. This business platform will provide a fully-integrated suite of applications to manage the complete customer relationship and all internal operations of a broadcaster in the North American market.

This business-driven initiative touched over 600 people in the organization and positions CanWest MediaWorks to deliver additional value to its customers through improved customer service delivery.

The initiative was successfully completed with the combined efforts of CanWest MediaWorks business leadership, IT leadership, cross-functional staff plus project management, organizational change management, quality assurance and testing, and management consulting resources from Caro Systems Inc.(Caro), a Toronto-based Systems Integrator.

Caro, working alongside the primary business sponsor for the initiative, Sheila Calhoun, VP of Broadcast Sales and Traffic, led the project through the key implementation phases of Solution Design, Solution Development, Organizational Change Management, IT Infrastructure Design and Implementation, Training and Quality Assurance. Caro's resources worked alongside CanWest MediaWorks core team subject matter experts forming a strong team to successfully complete the business initiative.

"It has been a pleasure to work alongside Kevin McGaffey and Caro Systems Inc. during the last four years. Caro has been instrumental in helping to drive the success of our project in various areas. Their commitment, focus, passion, flexibility and attention to detail helped us to realize our vision and ultimately reach our goal of taking our conventional broadcast stations into a position to be able to react to the changing broadcast environment and continue to supply top quality customer service," said Sheila Calhoun, VP of Sales and Traffic of CanWest MediaWorks.

Prior to being awarded the implementation contract, CanWest MediaWorks retained Caro to develop a strategic implementation plan to transform their sales, traffic, programming services, inventory management and revenue management functions. This long-term plan defined an integrated strategy for solution delivery, business process redesign, change management, organizational development, system implementation and risk management. It also quantified total cost of ownership and return on investment for CanWest MediaWorks.

"We are extremely proud of CanWest's accomplishment in the marketplace and were pleased to be able to work alongside and assist CanWest MediaWorks to deliver the end solution to the business. It required tremendous drive, a high degree of focus and passion by all the key stakeholders and team members to be successful and is a key stake in the ground effecting CanWest's competitive position in the marketplace moving forward," said Kevin McGaffey, President & CEO of Caro Systems Inc.

About CanWest MediaWorks Inc.

CanWest MediaWorks Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of CanWest Global Communications Corp. (TSX: CGS; CGS.A) (http://www.canwestglobal.com/), an international media company. In addition to owning the Global Television network, CanWest is Canada's largest publisher of English language daily newspapers, and also owns, operates and/or holds substantial interests in conventional television, out-of-home advertising, specialty cable channels, Web sites and radio networks in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Turkey, Indonesia, Singapore, the United Kingdom and the United States.

About Caro Systems Inc. http://www.carosys.com/

Caro Systems Inc., based in Toronto, Ontario is a software development consulting company known for predictable software development. Caro Systems are leaders in teaming with our clients to define, design, develop, and deliver, cost-effective business solutions; with a proven history of being 100% on time and on budget. Caro enables its clients to improve their business by designing solutions that reduce operational costs, improve customer service levels, integrate information assets and assist them in securing a competitive advantage in their marketplaces. Caro helps clients successfully realize their business objectives by delivering business solutions on time and on budget.

Caro Systems Inc.

CONTACT: Dervla Kelly, Director of Corporate Communications of CanWest
MediaWorks Inc., +1-416-442-3807, dekelly@canwest.com; or Kevin McGaffey,
President & CEO of Caro Systems Inc., +1-416-603-9697,
kevin.mcgaffey@carosys.com

Web site: http://www.carosys.com/
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Endwave to Present at B. Riley Investor Conference

SAN JOSE, Calif., March 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Endwave Corporation , a leading provider of high-frequency RF modules for telecommunications networks, defense electronics and homeland security systems, today announced that Endwave executive management will present at the B. Riley & Co. 9th Annual Investor Conference in Las Vegas.

Presenting on behalf of Endwave will be Ed Keible, Chief Executive Officer and President of Endwave, and Curt Sacks, Vice President Finance and Corporate Controller. A live webcast of the presentation will be available at 9:30 a.m. on April 2 and will be archived for 90 days. The webcast can be accessed from the Investor page of Endwave's Web site.

About Endwave

Endwave Corporation designs, manufactures and markets RF modules that enable the transmission, reception and processing of high-frequency signals in telecommunications networks, defense electronics and homeland security systems. Our RF modules are typically used in high-frequency applications and include integrated transceivers, amplifiers, synthesizers, oscillators, up and down converters, frequency multipliers and microwave switch arrays. Endwave has 42 issued patents covering its core technologies including semiconductor and proprietary circuit designs. Endwave Corporation is headquartered in San Jose, CA, with operations in Diamond Springs, CA; El Dorado Hills, CA Andover, MA; and Chiang Mai, Thailand. Additional information about the company can be accessed from the company's web site at http://www.endwave.com/.

Contact: Mary McGowan Summit IR Group Inc. 408-404-5401 mary@summitirgroup.com

Endwave Corporation

CONTACT: Mary McGowan of Summit IR Group Inc., +1-408-404-5401,
mary@summitirgroup.com, for Endwave Corporation

Web site: http://www.endwave.com/

General Steel Holdings, Inc. Announces Earnings Call and Webcast for Fiscal 2007 Financial Results

March 31, 2008 at 5:00 p.m. EDT

BEIJING, March 25 / Xinhua-PRNewswire-FirstCall/--General Steel Holdings, Inc. ("General Steel"), (the "Company"), , one of China's leading non-state owned steel products producers announced today it will release its Fourth Quarter and Year End 2007 results on Monday, March 31, 2008, after the market close. In conjunction, the company will host an earnings conference call to discuss these results.

The earnings conference call will take place at 5:00 p.m. EDT on Monday, March 31, 2008. Interested participants in the United States should call 1- 800-860-2442. Callers should utilize the pass code: General Steel Holdings.

This conference call will be broadcast live over the Internet and can be accessed by clicking this link: http://www.videonewswire.com/event.asp?id=46965

For those unable to participate during the live broadcast, a replay will be available shortly after the call on General Steel Holdings' website http://www.gshi-steel.com/ for 90 days.

About General Steel Holdings, Inc.

General Steel Holdings, Inc., headquartered in Beijing, operates a diverse portfolio of Chinese steel companies. With 3 million tons aggregate production capacity, its companies serve various industries and produce a variety of steel products including reinforced bar (rebar), hot-rolled carbon and silicon sheet and spiral-weld pipe. The Company has steel operations in Shaanxi province (central China), Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region (northwest China) and Tianjin municipality (northeast China).

Information Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This press release may contain certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are based on management's current expectations or beliefs about future events and financial, political and social trends and assumptions it has made based on information currently available to it. The Company cannot assure that any expectations, forecasts or assumptions made by management in preparing these forward-looking statements will prove accurate, or that any projections will be realized. Such forward-looking statements may be affected by inaccurate assumptions or by known or unknown risks or uncertainties. Actual results may vary materially from those expressed or implied by the statements herein. For factors that could cause actual results to vary, perhaps materially, from these forward-looking statements, please refer to the Company's Form 10-K, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, and other subsequent filings. Forward-looking statements contained herein speak only as of the date of this release. The Company does not undertake any obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements, whether to reflect new information, future events or otherwise.

For more information, please contact: Ross Warner, General Steel Holdings, Inc. Tel: +86-10-5879-7346 (Beijing) Email: ross@gshi-steel.com or Skype: ross.warner.generalsteel Ted Haberfield, HC International, Inc. Tel: +1-760-755-2716 Email: thaberfield@hcinternational.net Web: http://hcinternational.net/

General Steel Holdings, Inc.

CONTACT: Ross Warner of General Steel Holdings, Inc., +86-10-5879-7346
(Beijing), or ross@gshi-steel.com, or Skype: ross.warner.generalsteel; Or Ted
Haberfield of HC International, Inc., +1-760-755-2716, or
thaberfield@hcinternational.net

Motorola Expands Canopy(R) Portfolio With New 400 SeriesOFDM-based Access Points and Subscriber Modules provide high performance, scalability, and ease-of-use to extend coverage and expand services

SCHAUMBURG, Ill., March 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Motorola Inc. announced today that it is extending the reach of its field-proven Canopy wireless broadband system with the introduction of the 400 series of access points and subscriber modules in the 5.4 GHz spectrum. Based on Orthogonal Frequency-Division Multiplexing (OFDM) technology, which provides improved near-line of sight (nLOS) and non-line of sight (NLOS) coverage, the Canopy 400 series allows service providers and enterprise network owners to extend broadband network coverage into urban areas where obstructions and foliage have limited system expansion.

By leveraging OFDM technology in the access and backhaul layers, the Canopy 400 series significantly enhances overall network performance and reach. The modules offer higher throughputs, up to 21Mbps, and extended range, accompanied with GPS synchronization to mitigate self interference. The Canopy 400 series modules, part of the MOTOwi4(TM) Fixed Point-to-Multipoint portfolio, are now available in Europe, Middle East and Africa and soon in Latin America. North America availability is pending final FCC certification.

With these capabilities, service providers can offer applications such as high speed data transfer, video surveillance, Voice over IP (VoIP), and gaming to subscribers who were not previously reachable. Enterprise network operators can also benefit from this series of products to extend connectivity to urban areas and business parks where line of sight is not always available or for inexpensive backhaul access.

"The Canopy 400 Series allows us to expand our network in environments not previously possible and do so cost-effectively, providing more revenue to our bottom line," said Stig Petterson, CEO and Technical Manager, Totalnett AS, a Norwegian Wireless Service Provider. "We now have the ability to reach underserved customers with an economical, reliable solution."

The Canopy 400 series AP and SM products easily integrate to existing Canopy networks and exhibit the same ease of deployment and reliable operation as the rest of the Canopy portfolio. Many of the Canopy accessories can also be used with this new series of products.

"Meeting the needs of a wide variety of customers can be challenging. The introduction of the Canopy 400 series is an additional option in our wireless broadband portfolio enabling service providers to reach more end users," said Phil Bolt, Senior Director, Motorola Wireless Broadband Engineering and Product Management. "This new offering is one more way in which Motorola maintains the commitment to providing reliable, high-quality wireless broadband solutions at a low investment."

The Canopy(R) 400 series is a component of the wi4 Fixed family of broadband solutions, part of the MOTOwi4(TM) portfolio of solutions for public and private networks which also includes wi4 Mesh, wi4 Indoor and wi4 WiMAX.

About Motorola

Motorola is known around the world for innovation in communications. The company develops technologies, products and services that make mobile experiences possible. Our portfolio includes communications infrastructure, enterprise mobility solutions, digital set-tops, cable modems, mobile devices and Bluetooth accessories. Motorola is committed to delivering next generation communication solutions to people, businesses and governments. A Fortune 100 company with global presence and impact, Motorola had sales of US $36.6 billion in 2007. For more information about our company, our people and our innovations, please visit http://www.motorola.com/.

MOTOROLA and the stylized M Logo are registered in the US Patent & Trademark Office. All other product or service names are the property of their respective owners. (C) Motorola, Inc. 2008.

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CONTACT: Media, Pam Benke, +1-407-562-4032, pam.benke@motorola.com, or
Industry Analyst, Lisa Barclay, +1-847-576-6931, lisa.barclay@motorola.com,
both of Motorola, Inc.

Web site: http://www.motorola.com/

Raptor Networks to Grow Network Core Presence in Spare Backup Storage Archive Expansion

SANTA ANA, Calif., March 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Raptor Networks Technology, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: RPTN) , provider of the world's first distributed network switching architectures, has received orders for additional ER-1010 core switches to expand the storage archive capacity of Spare Backup, Inc., an innovator in automated, online backup for the consumer and business marketplace.

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"As we build our customer base of clients across the globe in consumer, retail, and through strategic channels such as computer manufactures and high speed cable providers, one of the keys to our success will be efficient, high performance storage archives that provide the greatest degree of accessibility. In looking at products from CISCO systems and other companies, it was clear that the Raptor switches provided us, the best of all worlds; efficient storage access, high transport capacity and low acquisition and operating costs," commented Spare Backup CEO Cery Perle.

"We are pleased to be chosen as the network of choice for Spare Backup's 'clustered storage' needs," noted Tom Wittenschlaeger, CEO of Raptor Networks Technology. "We have now demonstrated, both domestically and abroad, the compelling complementarity of Raptor's virtualized network solution to the rapidly emerging virtualized storage marketplace."

About Raptor Networks Technology, Inc.

Raptor Networks Technology, Inc. has developed the world's first "distributed core" network switching architectures, all open-standards based, that benefit networks that provide newer latency-sensitive services such as video, VoIP, high speed server and storage clustering and the like. This patent-pending Distributed Network Switching Technology enables new network build outs and performance upgrades of traditional chassis-based installations in a highly cost effective manner. Management believes that the unique advantage Raptor provides is speed over distance: data transport at wire speed, in hardware, between spatially separated network elements. Enhanced network reliability, lower power consumption and reduced form factor combine to enable significant savings in both acquisition costs as well as operating expense. Raptor's network switching products engender the feature set and versatility to run the most advanced new data applications.

For additional information please see http://www.raptor-networks.com/. About Spare Backup, Inc.

Spare Backup, Inc. specializes in helping consumers, small office/home office users, and small to mid-sized businesses protect their computer data quickly, automatically and cost-effectively. The company's flagship Spare Backup product is the first totally automated online backup service that intelligently selects, secures and stores files without any user intervention, automatically backing up documents, email, music, photos and other PC files on a continuous basis or according to the schedule of the user's choice. The company is headquartered in Palm Desert, Calif.

For additional information please see http://www.sparebackup.com/. Safe Harbor Statement

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Contacts: Raptor Networks Technology, Inc. Tom Wittenschlaeger, CEO Bob Van Leyen, CFO 949-623-9300

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Networks Technology, Inc., +1-949-623-9300

Web site: http://www.raptor-networks.com/
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Bioscience Company Chooses Microsoft Dynamics AX to Improve Support for Compliance With Industry RulesPURE Bioscience picks Microsoft technology over competitors for its ease of use, scalability and manufacturing capabilities.

REDMOND, Wash., March 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Microsoft Corp. today announced that PURE Bioscience has selected Microsoft Dynamics AX 4.0 to speed and integrate its business processes, helping to support the company's compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and with the requirements of numerous regulatory authorities, including the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in the United States. Microsoft Dynamics AX is a comprehensive business-management solution for midsize and larger organizations that offers a high degree of scalability, customizability and full industry-specific functionality. It helps optimize and centralize supply chain processes and improves real-time visibility into operations.

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PURE Bioscience, headquartered in El Cajon, Calif., develops and markets technology-based bioscience products that provide nontoxic solutions to numerous global health challenges. As a public company, PURE needed to remain compliant with Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act. It also sought a way to produce its financials more rapidly because its growth would move the company into the category of an accelerated Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filer during 2008.

PURE had been relying significantly on legacy systems and spreadsheets for financial operations, but management saw a need to both integrate its data and find advanced technology for automating its processes to help manage the significant growth and increased complexity that the company anticipated.

The company evaluated a number of enterprise resource planning solutions to support its manufacturing and financial requirements, including FourthShift Edition for SAP Business One, before selecting Microsoft Dynamics AX 4.0.

"We chose Microsoft Dynamics AX 4.0 for multiple reasons," said Michael L. Krall, CEO of PURE Bioscience, "including ease of use, the Microsoft look and feel that employees are accustomed to, the ability for the company to grow with the solution, the ability of the solution to handle process manufacturing, favorable scalable pricing for a medium-sized business, well- defined validation methodologies, speed to go live, and the ability to continue to meet our SEC reporting obligations as we transition out of the small-business reporting category."

Working with PURE, Microsoft Gold Certified Partner Advanced Systems Integration Inc. of Lake Forest, Calif., will implement Microsoft Dynamics AX 4.0 Advanced Management Edition with additional source code that allows customization of proprietary processes and procedures that could not be met by any other solution.

"The ability to purchase and add modules, such as Production II or Shop Floor Control, in the future as we grow played an important part in our decision," Krall said. "The new system will be integrated seamlessly with other Microsoft products that PURE has been using, including the 2007 Microsoft Office system, Windows XP Professional, SQL Server 2005 and Windows Server 2003 R2 Enterprise Edition."

"We expect Microsoft Dynamics AX 4.0 to enhance our ability to manage the anticipated growth in our bioscience technology across multiple industries and applications, both within the United States and internationally," said Andrew J. Buckland, CFO at PURE Bioscience.

PURE Bioscience foresees the following benefits from its implementation of Microsoft Dynamics AX 4.0:

-- Support for growth. One of the primary objectives of the implementation is to provide PURE with a technology that will allow for management of considerable growth. -- Industry-specific requirements. In addition to financial-related regulatory compliance, Microsoft Dynamics AX 4.0 will support processes that enable PURE to meet regulatory reporting obligations to the U.S. EPA and to maintain its FDA Current Good Manufacturing Practices certification for the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients. Microsoft Dynamics AX 4.0 ensures data integrity and transparency using security features while reporting variances and communicating material events. -- Improved reporting. Microsoft Dynamics AX 4.0 will enable the company to produce statutory accounting and management information more rapidly than before, helping it to remain compliant with regulatory reporting while allowing management to make business decisions that are more timely and effective. -- Time savings. Microsoft Dynamics AX 4.0 will significantly shrink the time needed to produce financial reports, supporting the company's needs for faster reporting as it becomes an accelerated SEC filer. -- Accuracy of data. Instead of relying on spreadsheets and multiple systems and processes, PURE will take advantage of the Microsoft Dynamics AX 4.0 capability to integrate many routines into one, eliminating repetitive data entry and thereby increasing accuracy. -- Better planning. Both business planning and resources planning are expected to improve with PURE's new Microsoft technology. -- More efficient supply chain management. Previously, supply chain management was largely a manual process for PURE. Now it will be automated to a large extent, providing the company with the capability to support the larger and more complex manufacturing processes that it anticipates.

"PURE Bioscience is realizing the value that Microsoft Dynamics AX brings to businesses in helping them meet the specific needs of their own industries," said Michael Park, corporate vice president for U.S. Dynamics Business at Microsoft. "As the manufacturing and regulatory environments become more complex, Microsoft technology is simplifying and integrating processes to enable businesses to accelerate their growth and fully employ their competitive advantages, while helping to ensure they remain compliant with government and industry regulations."

About PURE Bioscience

PURE Bioscience (PURE) develops and markets technology-based bioscience products that provide non-toxic solutions to numerous global health challenges. Its proprietary high- efficacy/low toxicity bioscience technologies represent innovative advances in diverse markets and lead today's global trend toward use of "green" products while providing competitive advantages in efficacy and safety.

About Advanced Systems Integration Inc.

Advanced Systems Integration, Inc. is a Gold Certified Microsoft Dynamics AX and Learning Solutions partner founded in 1991 that delivers comprehensive enterprise class applications that improve customer relations, enhance partner collaboration and create efficiencies across supply chains and business operations. ASi also offers industry specific extensions integrated with Microsoft Dynamics AX solution.

About Microsoft Dynamics

Microsoft Dynamics is a line of financial, customer relationship and supply-chain management solutions that helps businesses work more effectively. Delivered through a network of channel partners providing specialized services, these integrated, adaptable business management solutions work like and with familiar Microsoft software to streamline processes across an entire business.

About Microsoft

Founded in 1975, Microsoft is the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential.

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More Central Texas Customers Gain Video Choice With AT&T U-verse TV

AUSTIN, Texas, March 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- More Austin-area residents and their televisions can break free from cable. AT&T Inc. today announced that AT&T U-verse(SM) TV and Internet services are now available to more than 150,000 living units in and around the Austin area.

Since introducing U-verse TV services in Austin in November 2007, AT&T has made the service available to more Central Texas customers on an ongoing basis. U-verse TV is offered today in parts of several communities, including Austin, Cedar Park, Leander, Pflugerville, Round Rock, Sunset Valley, and West Lake Hills. There are plans to continue reaching even more customers.

"U-verse TV is quickly expanding, and we're looking forward to bringing our innovative video choice to more Central Texas consumers in the months ahead," said Adrian Cardwell, Austin market manager for AT&T. "Since last November, we've really been able to show Austinites what U-verse TV is all about. We've launched new interactive features, expanded our HD channel lineup, and brought customers a better video choice."

Texas was the first state where AT&T U-verse services were deployed, thanks to progressive legislation passed in September 2005 by the Texas Legislature and signed by Gov. Rick Perry.

AT&T is the only national provider to offer a 100 percent Internet Protocol-based television (IPTV) service, making AT&T U-verse TV one of the most advanced television offerings available anywhere. AT&T is deploying next-generation video services, including AT&T U-verse TV, as part of its mission to connect people with their world, everywhere they live and work, and do it better than anyone else.

Customers who want additional information on AT&T U-verse TV -- or to find out if it's available in their area -- can visit http://uverse.att.com/ or stop by the nearest AT&T retail location. To find the closest store, visit http://www.wireless.att.com/find-a-store/.

About AT&T

Note: This AT&T news release and other announcements are available as part of an RSS feed at http://www.att.com/rss. For more information, please review this announcement in the AT&T newsroom at http://www.att.com/newsroom.

AT&T Inc.

CONTACT: Jodi Bart of AT&T Inc., +1-512-495-7173, or cell,
+1-512-657-8297, jbart@attnews.us

Web site: http://www.att.com/

AT&T and Vidorra Condominiums Connect Residents to AT&T U-verse Services and Advanced Fiber Network

SAN ANTONIO, March 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- AT&T Inc. and Vidorra Condominiums today announced an AT&T Connected Communities agreement to bring cutting-edge, fiber-based AT&T U-verse(SM) TV and high speed Internet services to Vidorra residents.

The agreement with Vidorra is part of the AT&T Connected Communities program, a strategic marketing initiative between AT&T and regional or national single-family builders, developers, real estate investment trusts, apartment ownership and management groups, and homeowners' associations to provide next-generation communications and entertainment solutions to residents and home buyers.

"Today's urban dwellers expect the latest technology and the best products and services in a new development, and we are pleased to work with AT&T to deliver that to our residents," said Drake Leddy, Vidorra Condominiums co-developer.

"This agreement will deliver innovative entertainment and communications services to Vidorra residents, in addition to the many other amenities we offer," added Jeff Rochelle, Vidorra Condominiums co-developer.

Vidorra Condominiums, a high-rise development currently under construction in downtown San Antonio, will connect residents to AT&T's advanced fiber-optic network. The AT&T Connected Communities agreement will enable AT&T to make its 100 percent Internet Protocol-based video, high speed Internet and voice services available to Vidorra residents. AT&T will also provide wireless Internet service in Vidorra meeting rooms, pool and lounge areas and the 20th-floor sky room.

"Whether you prefer suburban dwelling or living right in the middle of downtown San Antonio, it doesn't matter. All of these residents demand the latest technology services, and we're delivering on that demand with AT&T U-verse," said Mikal Harn, AT&T vice president and general manager for San Antonio. "This agreement is another strategic way we are keeping residents connected with our services -- while providing developers with added value that helps distinguish their properties in a growing competitive marketplace."

Vidorra Condominiums, a 20-story high-rise condominium in the heart of downtown San Antonio, offers luxury finishes and first-class amenities to Vidorra residents. First class amenities include 24-hour concierge service, private outdoor swimming pool, private fitness center with spa room, business center, meeting areas, a coffee bar and two guest suites.

About AT&T

About Vidorra Condominiums

Vidorra is downtown San Antonio's premiere luxury high rise condominium development. The first phase of Vidorra is a 148-unit, 20-story condominium tower with an adjoining 4-story parking garage, located in a national register historic district. The tower features 19 floors of condominiums with two penthouses on the 20th floor, and six townhomes around the garage. The condos are single-level with one, two or three bedrooms. Prices are from the mid-$200's to over $1 million. Standard finishes include Kahrs wood floors, granite counters, GE Profile stainless steel appliances and private balconies or patios in each home. Construction on Phase 1 is underway, and the tower is 50% pre-sold. Completion is expected in February 2009. The Vidorra development team includes San Antonio-based Presidian Development, Management & Consulting and DTMLS, LLC, the developer of Sunset Station (developers); and Humphreys & Partners Architects (architect). The sales center and furnished 2-bedroom model are open Monday through Saturday from 10am to 5pm and Sunday by appointment. For floorplans, views, virtual tours, and latest news, visit: http://www.vidorraliving.com/.

AT&T Inc.

CONTACT: April Borlinghaus of AT&T, +1-210-352-6951,
aborling@attnews.us; or Angela Rinehart, +1-210-223-1900,
angela@garrisonpartners.com, for Vidorra

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ON-PIN Joins Forces With GPS IndustriesGPS Industries Signs Distribution Agreement for the Most Advanced Golf GPS Solutions in the Industry

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- GPS Industries, Inc. (GPSI) (BULLETIN BOARD: GPSN.OB) has finalized an agreement with On-Pin GPS Golf Systems (ON-PIN) to distribute and service the company's complete range of GPS products in territories that include Australia and New Zealand.

The product range includes Inforemer(R), the most advanced solution of its kind, providing an enriched playing experience for golfers, and a comprehensive suite of management tools for course operators. GPS Industries serves presently more than 340 leading golf facilities on five continents and owns the patent for position-based advertising on golf courses. As a result of the recent acquisition of UPLINK, the range also includes the INOVA(R) product, a complete intelligent GPS solution.

"The combination of the patent portfolios of GPSI and UPLINK is very powerful to not only the HDX technology for course display information to golfers, but also to the industry leading golf cart management solutions, and to its proprietary position-based advertising display capabilities," said Doug Wood, CEO of GPSI. "The synergy of the patent and technology positions of these two entities catapults GPSI into the industry leadership role."

"We are excited to have ON-PIN join our team. ON-PIN and GPSI are natural partners given our long and established backgrounds in the GPS for golf industry, and I look forward to a very successful collaboration," continued Wood.

Al Hickson, Director of Sales for ON-PIN, says that the new agreement has tremendous benefits for local golf facilities: "We can now offer our customers an unsurpassed range of industry leading products and solutions from the GPSI portfolio, backed by our combined experience in service, and local support."

About On-Pin GPS Golf Systems

Sydney based On-Pin is a respected provider of GPS solutions to all levels of courses throughout Australia and surrounding region.

The company was an early pioneer in the golf GPS industry, and has extensive experience in implementing quality GPS solutions and providing service and support. The first installation was at the Hope Island Resort on the Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia in December 1998.

On-Pin specializes in helping golf facilities create significant revenue streams from GPS.

For additional information, please visit http://www.on-pin.com/ About GPS Industries

GPS Industries, Inc. (GPSI) develops and markets GPS and Wi-Fi multimedia solutions for golf facilities, resorts, and residential communities.

The Company's Inforemer(R) Management Solutions product line provides integrated software applications and a high-resolution 10.4-inch cart mounted "HDX" display panel. The HDX panels vividly illustrate each hole, providing precise distance measurement information, strategic playing tips and targeted advertising messages. The patented system is seamlessly connected via a high-speed Wi-Fi network that effectively turns the entire facility into a wireless hot spot.

For additional information, please visit http://www.gpsindustries.com/.

GPS Industries, Inc.

CONTACT: Joe Miller, Chief Financial Officer, +1-604-576-7442,
Joe.miller@gpsindustries.com, or Ryan Gray, Investor Relations,
+1-310-276-6743, ryan@gpsindustries.com, both of GPS Industries, Inc.

Web site: http://www.gpsindustries.com/
http://www.on-pin.com/

RedDot Launches Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007 Document Management IntegrationOpen Text Web Solutions Enable Organizations to Expand the Web Visibility of Their Microsoft SharePoint Document Libraries Securely to Any Online Media

CHICAGO, March 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Open Text(TM) Corporation , a global leader in enterprise content management (ECM), today announced that RedDot, the Open Text Web Solutions Group, has released its Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007 Document Management Integration.

A successful Web strategy includes the ability to deliver content in context to all visitors. Whether the business initiatives encompass employee productivity on an intranet, customer or partner communication via a secure extranet, or managing localized sites for a strong global strategy; content is the crux of how these goals can be achieved. Organizations currently managing key information within Office SharePoint Server 2007 may also want to offer an experience driven Web environment that can increase the value of content within their document library.

"As part of our strategic leadership in bringing new solutions for the Microsoft platform to the market, we are pleased to add this integration enhancement to our portfolio of leading content management and delivery solutions," said Daniel Kraft, President, RedDot, the Open Text Web Solutions Group.

RedDot's integration solution embraces the SharePoint Server 2007 technology by offering value-added features and benefits that include:

- Cache a document from SharePoint Server 2007: When sharing a document online is important but permissions limit user access, RedDot can publish and retain a resident copy of the document presented to any online target, while maintaining the security and integrity of the SharePoint Server 2007 Library. - Link a document from SharePoint Server 2007: Web content editors can address latency and stale Web content by dynamically accessing a document resident in SharePoint Server 2007. Users can link documents via the publishing system to any online target with secure and controlled access from any location. - Access different document versions: Administrators can select a specific version of a document to publish with granularity to access previous or minor versions as well. - Publish document attributes and metadata from SharePoint Server 2007: The descriptive attributes and metadata of a document help to drive personalization and a rich online user experience. Web content editors can publish document metadata to any online target for classification, search or interactive user insight.

As organizations look to invest in SharePoint Server 2007, this integration release will help them create, access and publish assets out to the web with ease, with the added benefit of being able to extend their technology investment.

Open Text is a leader in delivering solutions that extend the Microsoft platform, and has been first to market with new capabilities that enhance SharePoint Server 2007. RedDot's document management integration continues a string of new solutions for SharePoint released by Open Text this year, including a new offering for the law firm market (http://www.opentext.com/news/pr.html?id=1997) and the release of a development framework for the creation of case management applications in SharePoint (http://www.opentext.com/news/pr.html?id=2004).

For more information on RedDot's document management integration for Office SharePoint Server 2007, go to: http://www.reddot.com/portal-integration.htm.

About RedDot, the Open Text Web Solutions Group

Open Text, an enterprise software company and leader in enterprise content management, helps organizations manage and gain the true value of their business content. For more information about Open Text, please visit: http://www.opentext.com/.

RedDot, the Open Text Web Solutions Group, with more than a decade of experience in Web Content Management (WCM), provides Web-Centric ECM solutions to create, manage and deliver the content that drives business. RedDot content management and delivery solutions are recognized throughout the industry for their legendary ease of use and feature leading multilingual support; enterprise Web 2.0 capabilities; content integration; and contextualized delivery. From midmarket to enterprise, more than 2000 clients around the world rely on RedDot to create, manage and deliver personalized Web experiences for their Intranets, Extranets and Web sites. For more information about RedDot, The Open Text Web Solutions Group, please visit: http://www.reddot.com/.

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CONTACT: Richard Maganini, Open Text Corporation, (847) 267-9330
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REvolution Computing Establishes Advisory BoardRecruits Luminaries from Open Source Community

SAN FRANCISCO, March 25 /PRNewswire/ -- The Open Source Business Conference -- REvolution Computing, a New Haven, CT-based provider of software for computational statistics, today announced the formation of an advisory board that includes many of the leading figures in the creation and development of open source communities.

David Henderson, Director of Community for REvolution Computing, will be the director of the board, charged with coordinating the exchange and discussion between the board, the 'R' community and developers.

The board initially comprises: -- Larry Augustin, Managing Partner, Augustin Ventures. Prior board member of XenSource and JBoss; Founder/CEO of VA Linux -- Brian Behlendorf, a lead architect in the creation of the Apache Project -- Philippe Cases, a serial entrepreneur and current venture capitalist -- David Henderson, Director of Community for REvolution Computing -- Dirk Hohndel, prior Chief Technology Officer of SuSE, who is the director of Linux and Open Source Strategy at Intel Corp. -- Pete Kronowitt, Software Strategist for Intel Corp. Additional board members are expected to be named at a later date.

"We have created an advisory board that brings together thought leaders and pioneers in the open source community," said Richard Schultz, CEO of REvolution Computing. "Our advisors will help guide our development and growth as we provide support for 'R' and the 'R' community."

Brian Behlendorf said: "I look forward to helping REvolution Computing and the 'R' platform grow its user base into a premiere open source community." He added, "REvolution has an excellent product, addressing a big gap in a very technically demanding space, which should draw a significant amount of developer attention and drive a vibrant software ecosystem with REvolution at its core."

Larry Augustin said: "As the new de-facto standard in data analysis, 'R' is helping to solve important industry problems in life sciences, finance, and beyond. Through the commercial open source RPro system, REvolution Computing is disrupting the market by making powerful data analysis tools available to a whole generation of scientists and engineers who previously couldn't afford them," adding, "I'm excited about joining the board at the cusp of the 'R' movement."

"We are proud to have such a prestigious group of individuals on our board and are excited to be working together as we address the wider marketplace," Schultz said.

The creation of the board comes just weeks after Intel Capital, the global investment arm of Intel Corp. , announced it had invested in the Series A financing of REvolution Computing. Intel Capital said it was attracted to REvolution Computing's commercially supported RPro and ParallelR software, which enhances and optimizes the open source 'R' statistical programming environment for high-performance computing.

Further information on the board members: Larry Augustin founded VA Linux (now SourceForge) in 1993 and was the CEO until August 2002. He was one of a small group who coined the term "open source." Today he is an investor and advisor to early-stage technology companies. Larry holds Ph.D. and M.S. degrees in electrical engineering from Stanford University. Brian Behlendorf is the founder of CollabNet, a firm that builds public and private open-source developer communities for firms like Intel, Sun, and American Express. Brian also co-founded the Apache Software Foundation, and is a board director at the Mozilla Foundation. Prior to that Brian co-founded web design/engineering firm Organic, and launched the first ad-supported web site for Wired Magazine. Brian studied computer science and physics at the University of California, Berkeley. Philippe Cases is a partner at San Francisco-based Partech International, a venture capital firm that focuses almost exclusively on Information Technology. He is an investor and advisor to several early stage technology companies in open source and the data management space. He holds an Engineering Degree from Ecole des Mines, France and an MS from Stanford University Graduate School of Business. David Henderson, who will be the board's director, is a research scientist at REvolution Computing, and has extensive training and experience in genetics, genomics, statistics and statistical computing. A former research scientist for Insightful Corp., he was an assistant professor at the University of Arizona and has a PhD in statistical genetics from Virginia Polytechnic and State University. Dirk Hohndel is the Chief Linux and Open Source Technologist, Intel Corporation. Dirk has been an active developer and contributor in the Linux space since its earliest days. Among other roles, he worked as Chief Technology Officer of SuSE and as Vice President of The XFree86 Project, Inc. Dirk joined Intel in 2001. He works in the Software and Solutions Group and focuses on the technology direction of Intel's Open Source Technology Center and guides Intel's engagements in open source. He is an active contributor in many open source projects and organizations, various program committees and advisory boards. Dirk holds a Diploma in Mathematics and Computer Science from the University of Wurzburg, Germany. Pete Kronowitt is a Software Strategist in Intel's Open Source Technology Center and is responsible for developing and managing the worldwide program for Linux operating system vendors. Peter has 20 years in the high-tech sector, with IBM, Xircom and more than twelve years with Intel. He has led global teams for market and platform roadmap development in the worldwide channel and directed software ecosystem relationships for new Intel platform introductions. Peter has held positions as board observer at JBoss as part of an Intel Capital equity investment, was a founding and Steering Committee member of the Open Business Readiness Rating, and Steering Committee Vice Chair for the Open Source Development Lab Desktop Linux Working Group. About REvolution Computing

New Haven, CT-based Revolution Computing provides commercial support of the open source 'R' statistical programming environment. Through RPro and ParallelR, REvolution Computing optimizes 'R' for high-performance statistical computing. Scientists, statisticians and research analysts rely on REvolution Computing for processing and analyzing mission-critical data across pharmaceutical, financial, defense and other industries. In January 2008, Intel Corp. made a major investment in the company. For further information on REvolution Computing, visit http://www.revolution-computing.com/.

REvolution Computing

CONTACT: Christian Murray of The Weiser Group, +1-646-254-6000, ext. 14,
+1-516-242-0633 (cell), cmurray@weisergroup.com

Web site: http://www.revolution-computing.com/

FPL FiberNet Deploys Alcatel-Lucent's Solution for All-IP Network Transformation

MIAMI and MURRAY HILL, N.J., March 25 /PRNewswire/ -- FPL FiberNet, a subsidiary of FPL Group, Inc., and Alcatel-Lucent (Euronext Paris and NYSE: ALU) today announced that FPL FiberNet selected and deployed Alcatel-Lucent's IP/MPLS (Multi Protocol Label Switching) as their packet-based network to deliver Ethernet and IP services. Alcatel-Lucent's solution will enable FPL FiberNet to offer a broad suite of high quality, reliable and flexible IP-based services, as well as help FPL FiberNet meet anticipated future growth requirements. FPL FiberNet currently serves telecommunication companies, wireless carriers, Internet service providers, and enterprise and government customers in Florida through a geographically diverse and protected fiber-optic network.

"The ability to cost effectively deliver Metro Ethernet services as well as the efficient aggregation of multi-service traffic over an all-IP network is critical to our ability to meet our customers' demand for advanced data services," said Carmen Perez, FPL FiberNet president. "By enabling high- performance, multi-service switching throughout our network, Alcatel-Lucent's solution - coupled with its experience in IP network transformation - gives us a significant advantage as we move to the next phase of the evolution of our network."

"Our advanced IP/MPLS solution provides a flexible and service-rich foundation that enables FPL FiberNet to deliver the high-speed, high-bandwidth and highly scalable solutions which help it grow and expand its customer base," said Cindy Christy, president of Alcatel-Lucent's Americas business. "Using a single, flexible Alcatel-Lucent infrastructure helps FPL FiberNet reduce network complexity and increase revenues as it evolves and expands."

Alcatel-Lucent is deploying its industry-leading IP/MPLS portfolio, spanning the Alcatel-Lucent 7750 Service Router, Alcatel-Lucent 7450 Ethernet Service Switch, Alcatel-Lucent 7250 Service Access Switch and Alcatel-Lucent 5620 Service Aware Manager. Over 200 service providers in more than 80 countries around the world have selected the Alcatel-Lucent IP/MPLS portfolio as key elements of their IP transformation. According to Ovum RHK, Alcatel- Lucent holds the #2 position in the IP/MPLS Edge.

FPL FiberNet's Metro Ethernet services are based on Alcatel-Lucent's optical networking solution, including the Alcatel-Lucent 1665 DMX and 1665 DMXtend, next-generation multiplexers designed for high-capacity voice, data and video transport, as well as its 1675 LambdaUnite MultiService Switch. As the world leader in optical networking since 2001 according to Ovum RHK, Alcatel-Lucent leverages its technology and innovation expertise to spearhead the transformation to all packet transport.

Alcatel-Lucent also is providing installation, deployment, consulting, network integration and professional services.

About FPL FiberNet

FPL FIBERNET, LLC is a subsidiary of FPL Group, Inc., nationally known as a high quality, efficient and customer-driven organization focused on energy- related products and services. With annual revenues of more than $16 billion and a growing presence in 27 states, FPL Group is widely recognized as one of the country's premier power companies. Its principal subsidiary, Florida Power & Light Company, serves 4.5 million customer accounts in Florida. FPL Energy, LLC, an FPL Group competitive energy subsidiary, is a leader in producing electricity from clean and renewable fuels. FPL FiberNet, LLC delivers wholesale services throughout most major metropolitan areas in Florida, with its extensive long-haul and metro fiber-optic networks. Additional information is available on the Internet at http://www.fplgroup.com/, http://www.fpl.com/, http://www.fplenergy.com/ and http://www.fplfibernet.com/.

About Alcatel-Lucent

Alcatel-Lucent (Euronext Paris and NYSE: ALU) provides solutions that enable service providers, enterprise and governments worldwide, to deliver voice, data and video communication services to end-users. As a leader in fixed, mobile and converged broadband networking, IP technologies, applications and services, Alcatel-Lucent offers the end-to-end solutions that enable compelling communications services for people at home, at work and on the move. With operations in more than 130 countries, Alcatel-Lucent is a local partner with global reach. The company has the most experienced global services team in the industry, and one of the largest research, technology and innovation organizations in the telecommunications industry. Alcatel-Lucent achieved revenues of Euro 17.8 billion in 2007 and is incorporated in France, with executive offices located in Paris. For more information, visit Alcatel- Lucent on the Internet: http://www.alcatel-lucent.com/

Alcatel-Lucent

CONTACT: April Reynolds of FPL FiberNet, 1-305-552-2347,
april_reynolds@fpl.com; Media, Denise Panyik-Dale, +1-908-582-4897,
dpanyikdale@alcatel-lucent.com, Mary Ward, +1-908-582-7658, maryward@alcatel-
lucent.com; Investors, Remi Thomas, +33-1-40-76-50-61, remi.thomas@alcatel-
lucent.com, Maria Alcon, +33-1-40-76-15-17, maria.alcon@alcatel-lucent.com,
John DeBono, +1-908-582-7793, debono@alcatel-lucent.com, Tony Lucido,
+33-1-40-76-49-80, alucido@alcatel-lucent.com, Don Sweeney, +1-908-582-6153,
dsweeney@alcatel-lucent.com, all of Alcatel-Lucent

Web site: http://www.alcatel-lucent.com/
http://www.fplgroup.com/
http://www.fpl.com/
http://www.fplenergy.com/
http://www.fplfibernet.com/

Video: PPG Industries Offers an Online Solution to Chips and CracksPROSTARSAutoCare.com is the online source for auto glass replacement

PITTSBURGH, March 25 /PRNewswire/ -- Cracks, chips and dings to a windshield can be a car owner's worst nightmare. Researching the best repair shop in town can be even more cumbersome. http://www.prostarsautocare.com/ provides an easy solution to this daunting task.

To view the Multimedia News Release, go to: http://www.prnewswire.com/mnr/ppgindustries/32434/

PPG Industries recently launched the newest release of their site, PROSTARSAutoCare.com, a one-stop-shop that enables car owners to actively obtain price quotes and service for damaged auto glass without making any phone calls or searching multiple web sites. The web site allows consumers to easily search among glass shop retailers in their area based on safety, cost, qualifications, satisfaction ratings, and more.

"PROSTARSAutoCare.com is an online, searchable database for car owners who are looking to repair or replace their auto glass," said Fahmy Mechael, Manager of Business Integration & Development. "We want to give visitors to our site the opportunity to fully understand what kind of service they are paying for."

Users simply enter their zip code, vehicle information, and type and location of the glass damage. The participating repair shops in the designated area will then be displayed to the user. They can choose up to three shops and immediately receive price quotes from the selected shops. Once the car owner determines the shop that best meets their needs, they can schedule a service appointment online.

More than 1,300 auto glass professionals are currently registered as part of a nationwide network of glass shop retailers through PROSTARSAutoCare.com. In addition to providing price quotes and scheduling service, PROSTARSAutoCare.com offers a number of automotive resources including: car safety tips, live chat with helpful customer service representatives, and frequently asked questions.

"PPG Industries has been designing, improving, and manufacturing glass for more than 100 years. At PROSTARSAutoCare.com, we have built upon expertise for providing the customer with education, information and quality assurance toward their purchase," said Glenn Davis, Director of Business Development for PPG Auto Glass.

About PPG

Pittsburgh-based PPG is a global supplier of paints, coatings, chemicals, optical products, specialty materials, glass and fiber glass. The company has more than 150 manufacturing facilities and equity affiliates and operates in more than 60 countries. Sales in 2007 were US $11.2 billion. PPG shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange (symbol: PPG). For more information, visit http://www.ppg.com/.

We're the online source for auto glass replacement.

http://www.prostarsautocare.com/ brings together a nationwide alliance of auto glass professionals for windshield replacement that best meets your needs - without having to make phone calls or search multiple websites. Learn about the shops in your community; get quotes from the shops you choose, and conveniently schedule your appointment. Questions? Visit us at http://www.prostarsautocare.com/.

Video: http://www.prnewswire.com/mnr/ppgindustries/32434 PPG Industries

CONTACT: Laurie Cochran of PPG Industries, +1-412-434-2595,
lcochran@ppg.com

Web site: http://www.ppg.com/
http://www.prostarsautocare.com/

Predict College Basketball Upsets and the 2008 Democratic Presidential Primary Winners With TIBCO SpotfireNew web destinations demonstrate the power of visual, interactive analysis and make it easier for individuals and small teams to get TIBCO Spotfire

SOMERVILLE, Mass., March 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Spotfire, a division of TIBCO Software Inc. , today announced TIBCO Spotfire(R) TestDrive and TIBCO Spotfire(R) WebStore. TestDrive offers a variety of fun and interesting data on topical events that let Web visitors explore the power and flexibility of Spotfire visual, interactive analysis capabilities. WebStore helps individual business professionals or small teams more easily obtain Spotfire's innovative analytics tools. Using the TIBCO Spotfire enterprise analytics software for fun or profit, users will find trends, patterns outliers and unanticipated relationships in data more easily and with unprecedented speed and adaptability.

With Spotfire TestDrive, users can see examples of the insights Spotfire delivers from everyday data. TestDrive currently features data analysis of, and predictions on:

-- College Basketball Tournament - Who is this year's Cinderella story? -- US Primaries -- Will Hillary take Pennsylvania? -- Global Warming -- ... or is it?

TestDrive is free to the public, requires only a web browser and is available at: http://spotfire.tibco.com/testdrive/

The TIBCO Spotfire WebStore makes it easy for individual business professionals or small teams to get started using enterprise analytics to look at their everyday data and improve their decision-making. The WebStore's simple monthly or annual fee offers the ease of acquisition, deployment and flexibility that individuals with uncertain or limited budgets require. Using the WebStore, users can instantly purchase and install a monthly, single-seat subscription to the TIBCO Spotfire(R) Professional client and TIBCO Spotfire(R) Metrics with a credit card. When users buy a seat, they immediately get access to web-based Spotfire training, which allows users to learn the fundamentals of visual, interactive analytics at their own pace. Pricing and download instructions are posted on the WebStore at: http://spotfire.tibco.com/webstore/ .

"For more than ten years, we've been working with the best analysts at the world's leading companies on interactive, visual analysis of critical data," said Roger Oberg, Vice President of Product Strategy, TIBCO Spotfire. "TestDrive and WebStore draw from this expertise to help a wide base of business professionals easily experience for themselves how interactive data analysis can speed insights into the data they use every day."

About Spotfire

Spotfire, a division of TIBCO Software Inc., is a leading provider of enterprise analytics software for next generation business intelligence. Spotfire offers a visual and interactive experience that helps professionals quickly discover new and actionable insights in information. Distinguished by its speed to insight and adaptability to specific business challenges, Spotfire rapidly reveals unseen threats and new opportunities, creating significant economic value. Spotfire customers include industry leaders among the Global 2000 that have deployed Spotfire analytics to gain an information advantage over their competitors. For more information, visit http://spotfire.tibco.com/.

TIBCO, TIBCO Software, and Spotfire are trademarks or registered trademarks of TIBCO Software Inc. and/or its subsidiaries in the United States and/or other countries. All other product and company names and marks mentioned in this document are the property of their respective owners and are mentioned for identification purposes only.

Contacts: Jim Baptiste Amy Groden-Morrison Davies Murphy Group, Inc. TIBCO Spotfire Division (781) 418-2438 (617) 702-1710 spotfire@daviesmurphy.com amorriso@tibco.com http://www.daviesmurphy.com/ http://www.spotfire.com/

Spotfire

CONTACT: Jim Baptiste, Davies Murphy Group, Inc., +1-781-418-2438,
spotfire@daviesmurphy.com; or Amy Groden-Morrison, TIBCO Spotfire Division,
+1-617-702-1710, amorriso@tibco.com

Web site: http://www.spotfire.com/
http://spotfire.tibco.com/
http://spotfire.tibco.com/webstore

Aperture Announces Close of AcquisitionAperture Technologies becomes wholly-owned business division of Emerson Network Power

STAMFORD, Conn., March 25 /PRNewswire/ -- Aperture, the leading global provider of software for managing the physical infrastructure of data centers, has announced the completion of its acquisition by Emerson , effective today, March 25, 2008. This follows shareholder approval of the acquisition proposal first announced on February 25, 2008.

Emerson has now completed its acquisition of 100% of Aperture's share capital. Detailed financial terms of the agreement will not be disclosed.

Aperture will now operate as an autonomous business division of Emerson Network Power which has annual revenues of approximately $5.2 billion. Its Liebert-branded power, cooling and monitoring products and services are trusted by companies across the globe to manage critical data center applications. Emerson Network Power is a division of Emerson, , which reported 2007 revenues of $22.6 billion.

Bill Clifford, CEO of Aperture and the newly-appointed president of the Aperture division of Emerson, said, "I am excited about the completion of this acquisition, which has gone very smoothly and has had such positive support from our customers, partners and employees. With the strength of Emerson behind us, Aperture's VISTA product line will continue to be the market leading software solution for complex data center management."

About Aperture

Aperture is the leading global provider of software for managing the physical infrastructure of data centers. Aperture's solutions reduce operational risk and improve efficiency through the planning and management of data center resources and real-time monitoring of the environment. Aperture delivers the best practice processes that enable organizations to take control of an increasingly complex physical infrastructure including equipment, space, power, cooling, network and storage.

With over 20 years of experience, Aperture provides organizations with the information required to optimize their data center operations, delivering better services at the lowest cost. Aperture's customers include the world's largest companies, half of which are Fortune 1000 and Global 500 organizations.

For more information, please go to: http://www.aperture.com/ About Emerson

Emerson , based in St. Louis, is a global leader in bringing technology and engineering together to provide innovative solutions to customers through its network power, process management, industrial automation, climate technologies, and appliance and tools businesses. Sales in fiscal 2007 were $22.6 billion. For more information, visit http://www.emerson.com/.

Aperture

CONTACT: Maryellen Cronin, +1-617-576-5763,
mcronin@prompt-communications.com, or Hazel Butters, +1-617-291-9899,
hbutters@prompt-communications.com, or Max McConnell, +44-0-20-8996-1669,
mmcconnell@prompt-communications.com, or Melanie Antonucci,
+44-0-20-8996-1638, mantonucci@prompt-communications.com, all of Prompt
Communications for Aperture Technologies; or Jessica Hohn, VP Marketing
Operations and Communications of Aperture Technologies, +1-508-353-3454,
Jessica_Hohn@aperture.com

Web site: http://www.aperture.com/
http://www.emerson.com/

Catcher Holdings Awarded Contract for Force Protection in Iraq and AfghanistanCatcher Inc. Rhino(R) hardened mobile computing communications platforms to be used in the field by U.S. ground forces

PORTLAND, Ore., March 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Catcher Holdings, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: CTHH) , (http://www.catcherinc.com/), a leading provider of standards-based solutions that address high-speed mobile computing for the harshest and most demanding application environments today announced the Company has received an initial contract from a major defense and information technology contractor for the U.S. Department of Defense. Under the purchase agreement CATCHER(R) Rhino hardened mobile computing and communications platforms will be deployed by U.S. military forces in Iraq and Afghanistan for force protection applications.

The initial contract calls for the delivery of 12 Rhino devices that will be outfitted with a highly innovative force protection-oriented software suite to be used for GPS-based mapping, video surveillance, intelligence gathering, data collaboration and other applications.

"This force protection application is indicative of exactly what the Catcher platform was design for, namely data gathering, convergence and communication within the harshest of real world operating environments. These harsh environments place extreme demands on mobile computing and communications technologies," commented Gary Haycox, Chief Executive Officer, Catcher Holdings, Inc. "We believe our product was selected for this contract not only due to the extreme survivability, but also due to the intelligence gathering features built into the unit. Our unique integration of enhanced GPS, still and full motion video cameras, communications capabilities, and biometric identification features, such as fingerprint identification and iris scanning, make the CATCHER Rhino highly desirable for security and other mobile applications."

Mr. Haycox continued, "We are extremely proud to have been selected by this U.S. Department of Defense systems integrator to provide our troops in Iraq and Afghanistan with technology that supports their mission objectives. We believe we have created an outstanding team that is well prepared to continue to support and deploy this important force protection application over the coming months."

The CATCHER Rhino is a convergent device, produced by Catcher Holdings, Inc. The product is a ruggedized mobile computer with integrated GPS, voice, data, biometric and a suite of communications technologies. The computing platform, built to be MIL-STD 810F compliant, is based on embedded Intel chipsets, features an 80 Gigabyte hard drive and up to 2 Gigabytes of random access memory, dual batteries and a 6.5" sunlight readable touch screen display. Additional features include two video cameras with digital watermarking capabilities, biometric sensors including a fingerprint scanner an optional iris-scanning camera and a digital voice recorder. A unique emergency alert attribute of the Rhino features a "Panic Button" that when depressed automatically begins recording the audio and video events that occur. A wired and wireless communications suite which includes Bluetooth, Wi- Fi-802.11 b/g and Gigabit Ethernet is standard. Additional information about the CATCHER Rhino is available at: http://www.catcherinc.com/

About Catcher Holdings, Inc.

Catcher Holdings, Inc. is a leading provider of standards-based solutions that address high-speed mobile computing for the harshest and most demanding application environments. The Company combines Vivato(TM) Networks patented Packet Steering(TM) phase array WiFi base stations with the CATCHER(R) family of command and control platforms to address technology requirements where ruggedized, mobile computing devices and high-speed WiFi network connectivity are required.

The capabilities of both product families provide synergies in application solutions -- such as, location based, biometric management and video surveillance -- yielding a systems level approach to address the unique mobile computing, communications and application solutions needs of multiple market segments. Customers in a wide range of markets including military, homeland security, integrated public safety, municipal, transportation and logistics benefit from true systems level solutions, addressing the harshest and most demanding mobile application environments. Catcher is headquartered in Portland, Oregon with research and development facilities in Austin, TX. Additional information on Catcher Holdings, Inc. can be viewed at http://www.catcherinc.com/ .

Special Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements: This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 involving known and unknown risks, delays, and uncertainties that may cause the Company's actual results or performance to differ materially from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. These risks, delays, and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: the Company's ability to obtain binding sales commitments for additional CATCHER Rhinos; the Company's ability to generate product sales and operating profits; the Company's ability to obtain sales prices at or near its MSRPs; cancellation provisions in the Company's reseller agreements for shipments beyond 90 days of order; vulnerability to technology obsolescence; competition by better capitalized companies; difficulty in managing growth; dependence on key personnel; and other risks which are discussed in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements.

Company Contact information Media Relations: Joe Noel Voice: 925-922-2560 jnoel@emerginggrow.com Investor Relations: Jeff Salzwedel Voice: 503-722-7300 jeff@sfcinc.com

Catcher Holdings, Inc.

CONTACT: Joe Noel, +1-925-922-2560, jnoel@emerginggrow.com; or Investor
Relations, Jeff Salzwedel, +1-503-722-7300, jeff@sfcinc.com

Web site: http://www.catcherinc.com/

Overstock Enhances Car Shopping PortalSite Now Includes: Clearance Lot, Innovative Graphing Tool

SALT LAKE CITY, March 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Through newly formed partnerships, it is now possible to access more than 3.5 million used and 200,000 new vehicles though the website of Overstock.com, Inc. at http://cars.overstock.com/. The site has also just introduced two new features to help shoppers easily find discounted vehicles available in their local market.

Clearance Lot(TM) Highlights Local Bargains Overstock's Clearance Lot algorithmically filters and sorts cars with the best prices located within a customer's local market, highlighting the greatest discounts for customers looking for a vehicle at a bargain price. Shoppers can save time and be among the first to learn about great deals in their area by opting to receive weekly e-mail updates of new Clearance Lot specials. Graphing Tool Enhances Used-Vehicle Searches The site displays an innovative graphing tool that illustrates search results for available used-vehicles, allowing customers to compare mileage and price. Shoppers can then refine their search results by variables such as engine size, vehicle color and other specific features, such as a navigation system. The graphing tool then arranges the data in a scatter plot graph that shows shoppers not only the numbers of used-vehicles that match their search criteria, but also plots the search results based on price and mileage, making it easy to spot the best deals quickly.

The redesigned Overstock Cars site eliminates the traditional negotiation process that many customers find uncomfortable. "Shoppers receive a written quote of discounted and guaranteed price," said Overstock Senior Vice President Jacob Hawkins. "In addition, Overstock Cars monitors the entire sales process for the customer to confirm that dealers deliver on their promises."

The site is now more consistent with the Overstock shopping site format, navigation layout, and price display. "During the last year we have paid careful attention to shopper feedback and adjusted the site accordingly," said Tyler Anderson, Director of Overstock Cars. "The new site is designed to make locating a car as easy as possible for bargain hunters and those simply looking for a better car-buying experience."

Overstock CEO Patrick Byrne added, "We see this as a natural extension of our business model: working to make it easy for consumers to find the best prices on everything they want quickly, easily, and with one unified experience."

About Overstock.com

Overstock.com, Inc. is an online "closeout" retailer offering discount, brand-name merchandise for sale over the Internet. The company offers its customers an opportunity to shop for bargains conveniently, while offering its suppliers an alternative inventory liquidation distribution channel. Overstock.com, headquartered in Salt Lake City, is a publicly traded company listed on the NASDAQ Global Market System and can be found online at http://www.overstock.com/.

Overstock.com(R) is a registered trademark and Clearance Lot(TM) is a trademark of Overstock.com, Inc.

This press release contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding number of cars listed on the website, magnitude of any discount, shoppers' ability to save time and learn of deals, the monitoring of the sales process, dealers keeping their promises, the ease of locating cars, and the types of business the company will pursue. Our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2007, our subsequent quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, and our other subsequent filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission identify important factors that could cause our actual results to differ materially from those contained in our projections, estimates or forward-looking statements.

Overstock.com, Inc.

CONTACT: media, Kirstie Burden, +1-801-947-3172, kburden@overstock.com ,
or investors, Kevin Moon, +1-801-947-3282, kmoon@overstock.com, both of
Overstock.com, Inc.

Web site: http://www.overstock.com/

Vimicro Launches Latest Video Processor for Laptop Embedded Cameras

Lowest Power Consumption, Smallest Size of Any Other Vimicro Processor for PC

and Laptop Camera

BEIJING, March 25 /Xinhua-PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Vimicro International Corporation , a leading fabless semiconductor company that designs advanced mixed-signal multimedia products and solutions, today announced the launch of its latest Web camera processor, VC0343, targeting laptop embedded applications. With Vimicro's accumulated rich experience in Web camera processor design, VC0343 can not only reduce the power consumption and the package size of a chip, but also has excellent compatibility and design flexibility.

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"The market for laptop embedded camera modules is rapidly growing," said Dr. Mike Yu, Vice President of Vimicro. "The design of VC0343 is optimized specifically for the requirements of laptop embedded camera modules. Some excellent features such as low power consumption and compact size are very suitable for laptop embedded applications, making the camera module an essential component for the standard configuration of a laptop."

As a result of the new design, VC0343 can significantly reduce the power consumption and the package size of a chip. The lower power consumption makes the laptop's battery life longer and reduces the camera module's heat. Therefore, the camera can provide stable and clear video without the sensor's hot noise which is generated by the working camera. VC0343's compact size (6.5 x 5mm) allows the camera modules to be easily embedded into laptops' LCD panel and keeps the laptop slim.

VC0343 has outstanding performance on compatibility and design flexibility. VC0343 is able to work well with the latest operating systems and PC hardware platforms. Having adopted OTP (One Time Programmable ROM) and Firmware Patch technologies, VC0343 offers great flexibility for manufacturers to design the camera module. The OTP technology enables VC0343 to upgrade the Firmware easily. Vimicro's innovative Firmware Patch technology allows the camera module manufacturers to make partial modifications to the firmware through external EEPROM memory even after OTP replication is completed.

The quality of VC0343's output video stream upholds the high standards of Vimicro's Web camera processor. With the integrated CMOS sensor interface and programmable sensor master clock output, VC0343 can support the CMOS sensor with resolution of up to 2 Mega pixels. Furthermore, VC0343 is fully compliant with the USB 2.0 High-Speed (HS) protocol and the USB Video Class (UVC) 1.0 standard. With powerful image processing capabilities and high-speed transmission performance, VC0343 can provide smooth and clear video, and bring a new and enhanced experience to laptop users.

About Vimicro

Vimicro International Corporation is a leading fabless semiconductor company in China designing, developing and marketing proprietary digital multimedia signal processing chips and solutions enabling multimedia applications for mobile phones over 2.5G/3G networks and PCs over broadband Internet.

http://www.vimicro.com/english For more information, please contact: Meghan Weber/ Angela Ruggiero Stanton Communications Tel: +1-212-616-3601 Email: mweber@stantoncomm.com aruggiero@stantoncomm.com Sheena Shen/Haizhen Du Vimicro Corporation Tel: +86-10-6894-8888 Email: sheenashen@vimicro.com duhaizhen@vimicro.com

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PRN Photo Desk, 888-776-6555 or 212-782-2840 Vimicro Corporation

CONTACT: Meghan Weber/ Angela Ruggiero of Stanton Communications for
Vimicro Corporation, +1-212-616-3601, or mweber@stantoncomm.com, or
aruggiero@stantoncomm.com; or Sheena Shen/Haizhen Du of Vimicro Corporation,
+86-10-6894-8888, sheenashen@vimicro.com, or duhaizhen@vimicro.com

Web site: http://www.vimicro.com/

ANSYS, Inc. Extends Distribution Relationship with PERA Global

Partnership Strengthens ANSYS Sales and Support Presence in Mainland China,

Hong Kong & Macao

SOUTHPOINTE, Pa., March 25 /Xinhua-PRNewswire/ -- ANSYS, Inc. , a global innovator of simulation software and technologies designed to optimize product development processes, today announced that PERA Global will be its exclusive sales and support channel partner for all the existing ANSYS brands, including ANSYS(R) Multiphysics(TM), ANSYS(R) Workbench(TM) and FLUENT(R), in Mainland China, Hong Kong and Macao. PERA Global has been distributing and supporting the ANSYS portfolio of software products since 2004 and has offices in eight locations, with significant operations in Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou. Working synergistically with the PERA Global team, ANSYS local office personnel, based in Shanghai, will focus on strategic functions including ANSYS brand management, business development and product localization for ANSYS customers in China.

Teaming with PERA, ANSYS will work closely with leading research institutes, high-performance computing centers and innovative customers to apply multiphysics-based simulation technologies to new classes of applications. The local ANSYS office will also play a key role in ensuring that ANSYS technologies and products continue to address domestic requirements as China accelerates development of high-tech industries, such as aviation, electronics, automotive, ship manufacturing, energy and materials. Working with industry associations, universities, and local and national government organizations, ANSYS and PERA teams will also focus on promoting the use of simulation technologies at the teaching and research levels, ensuring industry-ready human resources for domestic and multinational enterprises.

"As a result of this strengthened partnership and long-term commitment with ANSYS, PERA will make additional investments in sales and support capabilities that will allow us to provide broader geographical coverage and offer high-quality and rapid support to domestic and multinational customers," said Guoming Zhang, president of PERA Global. "Leveraging unequalled depth, unparalleled breadth and world class multiphysics capabilities of technology from ANSYS, PERA and ANSYS teams will work collaboratively to deliver industry-leading engineering simulation solutions for the complex product and process development challenges faced by customers everyday."

"To stay committed to its hybrid sales model, ANSYS continues to expand and enhance its network of channel partners and direct offices that are working together to deliver the value of ANSYS engineering simulation solutions to a large and growing customer base," said Joe Fairbanks, vice president of global sales and support at ANSYS, Inc. "Building on our already long-standing and successful partnership, PERA's solid sales and support capabilities, commitment to the engineering simulation marketplace, and broad geographical coverage make PERA an ideal partner for addressing opportunities in this fastest-growing economy in the world. Additionally, the complementary and strengthened capabilities of PERA and ANSYS will help accelerate the use of engineering simulation in product manufacturing and process industries, enabling innovation and advancement."

The collaboration of the ANSYS, Inc. local office in China, focused on the advancement of simulation technology capabilities and scalability in the region, with the strong customer focus and relationship capabilities of PERA Global is a further commitment to the hybrid distribution model of ANSYS, Inc. This model will add significant value to customers in the region, as they will benefit from a regional partner with strong local market and technical capability and an ANSYS office that will work collaboratively with PERA Global to ensure that current and future needs of the customers in this region are met.

About PERA Global

PERA Global is a leading PRC-based computer-aided Research and Development solutions provider focused on application, adoption and development of engineering advanced technologies enabling innovation, simulation and quality assurance, key missions of engineering R&D in product and process industries. PERA Global, as the exclusive distributor of ANSYS portfolio of software products in China, Hong Kong and Macao, provides state-of-the-art CAE software applications, support and services to domestic and multinational customers. Additionally, using ANSYS simulation technologies and ANSYS Workbench at its core, PERA develops its unique platform for advanced R&D to facilitate efficient and effective engineering processes for customers and to enhance the competitiveness of their products. PERA Global employs more than 350 people and has offices in eight locations, including Beijing, Shanghai, Chengdu, Guangzhou, Shenyang, Nanjing, Wuhan and Xian. For more information, visit http://www.peraglobal.com/ .

About ANSYS, Inc.

ANSYS, Inc., founded in 1970, develops and globally markets engineering simulation software and technologies widely used by engineers and designers across a broad spectrum of industries. The Company focuses on the development of open and flexible solutions that enable users to analyze designs directly on the desktop, providing a common platform for fast, efficient and cost- conscious product development, from design concept to final-stage testing and validation. The Company and its global network of channel partners provide sales, support and training for customers. Headquartered in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, U.S.A., with more than 40 strategic sales locations throughout the world, ANSYS, Inc. and its subsidiaries employ approximately 1,400 people and distribute ANSYS products through a network of channel partners in over 40 countries. Visit http://www.ansys.com/ for more information.

For more information, please contact: Wang Enqing Tel: +86-10-65388718 x109 Email: enqing.wang@peraglobal.com

ANSYS, Inc.

CONTACT: Wang Enqing, +86-10-65388718 x109, or enqing.wang@peraglobal.com

Verizon Targets Online Schemes, Sluggish ComputersNew Internet Security Weapon Attacks Online Fraud While Tune-Up Tool Helps Improve PC Performance

NEW YORK, March 25 /PRNewswire/ -- Users of Verizon Online's Verizon Internet Security Suite (VISS) can now be safer and more productive than ever before as the company adds a fraud protection and a PC Tune-Up tool to the popular online protection service. The new features are available at no additional charge to VISS subscribers.

March is Fraud Protection Month, and Internet service providers, consumer advocates and industry experts are reminding Internet users that identity thieves are stalking the Web. The addition of a fraud protection feature makes VISS one of the most comprehensive Internet defense plans on the market today.

The new fraud protection feature shields Internet users from a common online threat known as phishing. The feature proactively alerts users when they unknowingly attempt to access fraudulent Web sites that aim to steal important personal information. If the tool detects a phishing site, a warning is displayed and the page is blocked. Users can bypass this warning by entering their security password. To ensure the most complete and up-to-date list of phishing URLs, the service's list of fraudulent Web sites is compiled from multiple sources and updated 24 hours a day.

"Nobody wants to become an identity thief's catch of the day," said Michael Cai, an analyst with Parks Associates and an outspoken advocate of online fraud protection. "Yet in nearly a third of all cases, online users open phishing e-mails luring them to fraudulent sites seeking their banking or other personal information. To date, the lack of consumer education and ineffective protection tools have been to blame for the increase in online fraud threats.

"By offering users a comprehensive method of protecting themselves against phishing attacks, Verizon is addressing a common online fraud issue that has affected over 30 million Americans," Cai said.

Bill Heilig, vice president of Verizon Broadband Solutions, said, "Now reaching epidemic proportions, phishing attacks continue to increase in number year over year, costing Americans billions of dollars. Verizon offers a safer experience online by providing consumers with more ways to shield themselves from these attacks." New subscribers of VISS will get the new features immediately, while existing VISS subscribers will be upgraded by the end of April or can download the feature right away via http://www.verizon.net/VISSUpgrade. To learn more about the urgency of fraud protection, visit http://newscenter.verizon.com/kit/security-suite to read an article by Michael Cai.

PC Tune-Up Tool Optimizes Online Performance

To further enhance consumers' online experience and to improve personal computer performance, Verizon also has added a PC Tune-Up feature to its security suite. The PC Tune-Up can speed Web browser performance, as well as e-mail and virus scans. It quietly runs in the background and automatically performs tune-ups on a regularly scheduled basis.

The tool provides: -- Disk Defragmentation - Speeds access to files and programs. -- Drive Cleanup - Removes clutter and repairs drive problems that can slow PC performance.

In addition to the new fraud protection and PC Tune-Up features, Verizon's Internet Security Suite includes:

-- Anti-virus - Helps protect against known malicious viruses, worms and Trojans by detecting them, removing them and cleaning the affected files. The service runs in the background and blocks incoming virus attacks and related threats, including e-mail. Updates occur every three hours and are transparent to the end-user. -- Anti-spyware -- Offers powerful, up-to-date protection that automatically detects and eliminates a broad range of the spyware and tracking software that inappropriately tracks personal information and is widely responsible for degrading PC performance and online access. This service acts as a preventive step against the installation of hidden programs in a customer's system and can detect and remove more than 60,000 kinds of spyware. -- Firewall -- Acts as a shield to automatically block unauthorized intrusions, malicious hackers and other hostile attempts to access customers' computers. The Firewall is an easy-to-use, yet powerful defense for both dial-up and high-speed connections. -- Parental control -- Allows consumers to monitor and manage Internet usage by determining the types of content and specific sites that may be accessed. Parents can also define appropriate Internet usage and schedules, and block access to non-permitted Internet Web sites. -- Pop-up/ad blocker - Helps ensure a browsing session that is faster and less cluttered by blocking online ads such as pop-ups, pop-unders, banners, animations and tile ads. -- Privacy manager -- Scans all outgoing communications for sensitive or identifying information to help prevent its release without user consent. It also provides control over cookies and how much information Web sites record about browsing habits. And it has a cleanup utility feature that allows users to automatically remove traces of data left behind by Internet Explorer, MSN Explorer and Windows. -- Content management -- Enables small-business customers to increase employee productivity by controlling the time of day and day of week for Internet access as well as ensuring users do not receive or have access to sites not intended for them.

While some security products appear daunting to install and update, the Verizon Internet Security Suite offers a simplified download and then operates in the background to protect Internet users on several different fronts. The Verizon service has the added advantage of updating security software every three hours to make sure subscribers have the most current security tools to protect them.

All of the security suite coverage is available for a low monthly price of $4.99 from one of the most trusted network and Internet service providers. Many security products only include one of these services, and the customer must pay an additional charge for the others. By offering a comprehensive service, Verizon helps users stay protected on several fronts, with a minimal amount of effort.

The Verizon Internet Security Suite utilizes advanced technology from Radialpoint, provider of managed Internet security services.

More information regarding Verizon's security suite is available at http://www.verizon.net/VISS.

Verizon Communications Inc. , headquartered in New York, is a leader in delivering broadband and other wireline and wireless communication innovations to mass market, business, government and wholesale customers. Verizon Wireless operates America's most reliable wireless network, serving nearly 66 million customers nationwide. Verizon's Wireline operations include Verizon Business, which delivers innovative and seamless business solutions to customers around the world, and Verizon Telecom, which brings customers the benefits of converged communications, information and entertainment services over the nation's most advanced fiber-optic network. A Dow 30 company, Verizon employs a diverse workforce of nearly 235,000 and last year generated consolidated operating revenues of $93.5 billion. For more information, visit http://www.verizon.com/.

VERIZON'S ONLINE NEWS CENTER: Verizon news releases, executive speeches and biographies, media contacts, high-quality video and images, and other information are available at Verizon's News Center on the World Wide Web at http://www.verizon.com/news. To receive news releases by e-mail, visit the News Center and register for customized automatic delivery of Verizon news releases.

Verizon

CONTACT: Cliff Lee, Verizon, +1-518-396-1095,
clifford.p.lee@verizon.com

Web site: http://www.verizon.com/
http://www.verizon.net/VISS
http://www.verizon.net/VISSUpgrade
http://newscenter.verizon.com/kit

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Verizon Wireless Expands Wireless Broadband Network in Pennsylvania to Beaver CountyHigh-Speed Network Gives Verizon Wireless Customers Access to Fast Wireless Internet, E-mail, Mobile Music, Videos, and More

WARRENDALE, Pa., March 25 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon Wireless announced today that it has expanded the national rollout of its high-speed wireless network to portions of Beaver County including the towns of Darlington, Industry and Shippingport, and west along State Route 68 from Industry to the town of Midland.

"This is a vital area with dynamic, tech-savvy business people, students, visitors, and residents who want to stay connected," said Roger Tang, president -- Ohio/Pennsylvania/West Virginia region, Verizon Wireless. "The launch of our broadband network here provides our customers with access to the very latest wireless technology."

With the wireless broadband network now available, Verizon Wireless customers in the area can enjoy two prime services:

-- BroadbandAccess, the enhanced high-speed wireless service that equips Verizon Wireless' business customers with a truly untethered mobile office experience, enabling them to wirelessly access their calendars, the Internet, e-mail, and critical business information residing behind their companies' firewalls; and -- V CAST, a consumer-oriented multimedia service that gives customers access to the most comprehensive selection of downloadable music, high-quality videos and the coolest 3D games found anywhere. BroadbandAccess

Based on Evolution-Data Optimized (EV-DO) Revision A (Rev. A) network technology, BroadbandAccess provides mobile workers with the ability to access their corporate information as if they were attached to this data via a high-speed wired connection but with the freedom of true mobility. Developed with a range of users in mind, the service enables large enterprises, small- to medium-sized businesses and mobile professionals to conduct business anytime, anywhere in the BroadbandAccess coverage area via a secure, true high-speed data connection.

With BroadbandAccess, business customers, residents and visitors to the area can expect average download speeds of 600 kilobits per second (kbps) to 1.4 megabits per second and average upload speeds of 500-800 kbps. That means they can download a 1 Megabyte e-mail attachment -- the equivalent of a small PowerPoint(R) presentation or a large PDF file -- in about eight seconds and upload the same-sized file in less than 13 seconds.

BroadbandAccess also enables Verizon Wireless customers to download files approximately 10 times faster than customers of wireless service providers that use different broadly deployed network technologies. Furthermore, customers who travel outside the enhanced BroadbandAccess coverage area with an EV-DO device will switch seamlessly to the company's NationalAccess service.

"Our enhanced BroadbandAccess service gives our customers three key advantages in wireless communication -- speed, mobility and security," Tang said. "With these advantages comes an increase in productivity and bottom-line business benefits."

V CAST: Video and Music

The company's wireless broadband network also enables its V CAST multimedia services, which offer customers the ability to download full-song tracks, play cutting-edge 3D games and stream video clips straight to their handsets with top transmission speeds. With content updated daily, customers can watch dozens of on demand videos, including breaking news, weather updates, sports highlights, and the hottest entertainment clips.

With V CAST Music, Verizon Wireless has built a massive full-song mobile music store that contains more than 2.8 million songs -- from well-known as well as independent artists -- that customers can download over-the-air, directly onto their V CAST Music-enabled wireless phones.

Investment

The multi-million dollar expansion includes the installation of high-tech wireless hardware and software in wireless transmission sites throughout the region. Verizon Wireless has invested more than $44 billion since it was formed -- nearly $5.5 billion on average every year -- to increase the coverage and capacity of its national network and to add new services. Nearly $1.4 billion of this investment was spent in Pennsylvania since 2001. In 2007, the company invested nearly $236 million in its Pennsylvania network improvements.

Verizon Wireless was the first national wireless provider to commercially launch a high-speed wireless broadband network in the United States. These communities in Pennsylvania are the latest to be added to the coverage. For more information about Verizon Wireless products and services, call 1-800-2 JOIN IN or go to http://www.verizonwireless.com/.

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's most reliable wireless voice and data network, serving 65.7 million customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with 69,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications and Vodafone (NYSE and LSE: VOD). For more information, go to: http://www.verizonwireless.com/. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.

Verizon Wireless

CONTACT: Laura Merritt of Verizon Wireless, +1-614-560-2605,
Laura.Merritt@verizonwireless.com; or Jeff Donaldson, for Verizon Wireless,
+1-412-642-7700, jeff.donaldson@elias-savion.com

Web site: http://www.verizonwireless.com/
http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia