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Ten High School Graduates From Tampa Bay Area Awarded Verizon Foundation ScholarshipsMore Than $4.6 Million in Scholarships to Benefit 933 Children of Verizon Employees Across the Country

TAMPA, Fla., June 5 /PRNewswire/ -- Paying for college just got easier for 10 children of Verizon employees who have earned college scholarships from the Verizon Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Verizon Communications.

The Tampa Bay area students are among the total of 933 students nationwide who received scholarships for the 2008-2009 academic year through Verizon's scholarship program for the children and dependents of company employees.

Each student will receive $5,000 annually toward his or her college expenses and is eligible to receive a maximum award of $20,000 throughout four years of college.

This year's Tampa Bay area recipients are: -- Cara Barnes of Land O'Lakes, daughter of employee Tony Barnes, who plans to attend the University of West Florida. -- Brittany and Lauren Dugan of Clearwater, daughters of employee Steve Dugan, who plan to attend the University of South Florida. -- Chaundra Eversole of Clearwater, daughter of employee Kevin Eversole, who plans to attend the University of South Florida. -- Lia Felix of Lutz, daughter of employee Bonifacio Gutierrez, who plans to attend the University of South Florida. -- Marc Hartmann of Bradenton, son of employee Glenn Hartmann, who plans to attend Bucknell University. -- Rachel Mueller of Tampa, daughter of employee David Mueller, who plans to attend the University of Central Florida. -- Michael Welch of Tampa, son of employee Patricia Welch, who plans to attend Florida State University. -- Kia Peterson of Ruskin, daughter of employee Keesha Slade, who plans to attend Florida State University. -- Kayla Wright of Tampa, daughter of employee Deharia Peoples, who plans to attend Florida State University.

Verizon's scholarship program selects recipients based on financial need, academic achievement and extracurricular activities. The scholarships are for high school seniors who plan to attend an accredited four-year institution.

Since 2001, more than 2,050 students from across the country have benefited from the scholarship program, which has invested almost $32.3 million toward the college education of children and dependents of Verizon employees. For the 2008-2009 academic year, the Verizon Foundation will invest approximately $4.6 million toward the education of 933 Verizon scholars, 250 freshmen and 683 upperclassmen.

"At Verizon, we pride ourselves in being a great place to work, but this scholarship program is more than a great benefit to our employees," said Alan Ciamporcero, Verizon's Southeast region president. "It's a significant investment in our future leaders and in the future of our communities."

The Verizon Foundation awards the scholarships in partnership with Scholarship America, the nation's largest nonprofit, private sector scholarship and educational support organization, which was founded in 1958.

A list of Verizon scholars is available on the Verizon Foundation Web site, at http://www.verizon.com/foundation.

The Verizon Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Verizon Communications, supports the advancement of literacy and K-12 education through its signature program, Thinkfinity.org, and fosters awareness and prevention of domestic violence. In 2007, the foundation awarded more than $67.4 million in grants to nonprofit agencies in the United States and abroad. The foundation also matched the charitable donations of Verizon employees and retirees, resulting in $25.1 million in combined contributions. Through Verizon Volunteers, one of the nation's largest employee volunteer programs, Verizon employees and retirees have volunteered more than 3 million hours of community service since Verizon's inception in 2000.

For more information on the foundation, visit http://www.verizon.com/foundation.

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 more than 67 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 employed a diverse workforce of approximately 232,000 as of the end of the first quarter 2008 and last year generated consolidated operating revenues of $93.5 billion. For more information, visit http://www.verizon.com/.

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Bridgewater Systems annonce un contrat de trois ans avec Verizon Wireless

OTTAWA, Canada, June 5 /PRNewswire/ --

- Bridgewater va déployer une solution intégrée pour aider Verizon Wireless à gérer sa prestation de services d'accès aux données

Bridgewater Systems (TSX : BWC) a annoncé aujourd'hui s'Ãªtre vu attribuer un contrat de trois ans pour fournir à Verizon Wireless une solution entièrement intégrée de gestion de données d'abonnés et de contrôle de service pour son réseau primé. L'accord sera d'une valeur initiale d'environ 30 millions de dollars CAN.

La solution intégrée associe le logiciel de classe transporteur de Bridgewater et du matériel, des logiciels et des services tiers en vue d'offrir le rendement, la capacité, la modularité et la résilience nécessaires à soutenir la prestation de services d'accès aux données. Bridgewater prévoit de commencer la livraison de la solution au quatrième trimestre 2008.

<< Ce contrat renforce notre relation avec Verizon Wireless et offre une solution solide pour la prise en charge de la prestation de services d'accès aux données sur son réseau national >>, a déclaré Ed Ogonek, président et PDG de Bridgewater Systems. << La fourniture de notre logiciel en tant que partie d'une solution intégrée représente une opportunité de croissance pour notre entreprise, et Verizon Wireless joue le rôle de client emblématique. >>

La solution intégrée de Bridgewater fournira les bases d'un contrôle de services pour la prise en charge de la prestation de services d'accès aux données sur le réseau de Verizon Wireless et à un niveau régional. En centralisant la gestion des données des abonnés pour un large ensemble de services de données générateurs de revenus, Verizon Wireless peut tirer profit d'une vue unifiée des abonnés sur la totalité de son réseau.

Outre la solution intégrée, Bridgewater fournira des services d'intégration de systèmes experts et des services professionnels pour aider à garantir la fiabilité et la résilience du réseau IP, notamment l'architecture et la capacité de planification du réseau, les services de mise en oeuvre et d'assistance.

Ã€ propos de Bridgewater Systems

Bridgewater Systems développe des solutions de contrôle de services basées sur des abonnés, y compris des logiciels de contrôle d'accès et de gestion des politiques pour les réseaux fixes, mobiles et convergents. En utilisant les solutions de Bridgewater, les prestataires de services internationaux peuvent offrir des services et des expériences sur mesure à leurs abonnés, en maintenant une prise en charge en temps réel qui contrôle la façon dont les abonnés interagissent avec les réseaux, les services et leurs appareils. Les solutions de classe transporteur de Bridgewater, fonctionnant indépendamment du réseau d'accès et non liées à un fournisseur, aident les prestataires de services internationaux à lancer plus rapidement de nouveaux services, à les cibler plus précisément et à maximiser les profits en créant un point de prise de décision qui restitue le contexte dynamique de l'abonné afin de contrôler et de commercialiser l'interaction du particulier avec les services IP. Plus de 100 des principaux prestataires de services du monde entier font confiance à la technologie de Bridgewater pour les aider à proposer des services de calibre international. http://www.bridgewatersystems.com

Certaines déclarations dans ce communiqué constituent des énoncés prospectifs ou informations prospectives en vertu des lois sur les valeurs mobilières en vigueur et sont formulées conformément aux dispositions des règles refuge desdites lois. Les énoncés relatifs aux avantages potentiels et à la demande pour les produits de Bridgewater, y compris les énoncés relatifs aux caractéristiques et aux profits pouvant Ãªtre engendrés par l'utilisation desdits produits, et à la position relative de ces produits vis-à-vis des offres concurrentes du secteur sont des énoncés prospectifs soumis à certaines hypothèses, risques et incertitudes. Les lecteurs sont avertis de ne pas se fier excessivement à de tels énoncés. Les facteurs de risques pouvant entraîner des écarts considérables entre les résultats actuels, le rendement et les réussites de Bridgewater et les résultats, le rendement, les réussites ou les développements exprimés explicitement ou implicitement dans les énoncés prospectifs sont disponibles dans les documents publics déposés de temps en temps par la société auprès des autorités canadiennes de réglementation des valeurs mobilières. Bridgewater se dégage de toute responsabilité de mettre à jour ou de revoir tout énoncé prospectif, que ce soit à la suite de nouvelles informations, d'événements futurs ou autres.

Pour de plus amples renseignements : Contacts relations avec les investisseurs : Bridgewater Systems, Kim Butler, directrice financière, kim.butler@bridgewatersystems.com, au +1-613-591-9104 poste 6023 ; relations avec les investisseurs, The Equicom Group Inc., Vanessa Beresford, vberesford@equicomgroup.com, au +1-416-815-0700 ; contacts presse : Mi liberty, Claudette Cameron, au +44(0)207-751-44-44, ccameron(at)miliberty.com ; Greg Perry, au +1-770-919-7366, gperry@miliberty.com ; Camber Communications (Asie-Pacifique), Kevin Foo, au +65-6333-0231, kevin.foo@cambercommunications.com

Bridgewater Systems

Pour de plus amples renseignements : Contacts relations avec les investisseurs : Bridgewater Systems, Kim Butler, directrice financière, kim.butler@bridgewatersystems.com, au +1-613-591-9104 poste 6023 ; relations avec les investisseurs, The Equicom Group Inc., Vanessa Beresford, vberesford@equicomgroup.com, au +1-416-815-0700 ; contacts presse : Mi liberty, Claudette Cameron, au +44(0)207-751-44-44, ccameron@miliberty.com ; Greg Perry, au +1-770-919-7366, gperry@miliberty.com ; Camber Communications (Asie-Pacifique), Kevin Foo, au +65-6333-0231, kevin.foo@cambercommunications.com

Micrel réduit radicalement les coÃ»ts de nomenclature grâce à un nouveau circuit pilote de diode laser de 2,5 Gbps avec l'APC et le contrôle de l'alimentation

SAN JOSÃ‰, Californie, June 5 /PRNewswire/ --

- Une nouvelle solution offre davantage de flexibilité à moindre coÃ»t

Micrel Inc., (Nasdaq : MCRL), l'un des chefs de file en matière de communications analogiques à large bande passante et de solutions Ethernet à base de CI, a lancé aujourd'hui un nouveau circuit autonome pour diode laser à 2,5 Gbps (LDD) doté d'un pilotage automatique (APC) intégré et d'une fonction de contrôle d'alimentation afin de conserver un flux énergétique optique moyen constant au cours des variations de température et pendant toute la durée de vie du laser. Le SY88212L est aussi conçu avec une grande tension accordée, ce qui lui permet d'Ãªtre couplé au laser en CC afin de réduire le nombre de composants externes et la consommation électrique. Le SY88212L est un circuit pour laser de 3,3 V à alimentation unique et conçu pour des applications de communication de données et de télécommunications, y compris les réseaux locaux et les réseaux à accès multiples, pour n'importe quel débit de données jusqu'à 2,5 Gbps. Parmi ces applications se trouvent FC, GbE, SONET, OC3/12/24/48 et SDH, STM 1/4/8. L'appareil convient aussi très bien aux modules SFF et SFP. Le CI est actuellement disponible en gros et le prix de base est de 3,00 US$ pour 1000 unités. Il est désormais possible de commander des échantillons via le site Web de Micrel à l'adresse : http://www.micrel.com/ProductList.do.

<< Micrel offre des solutions à base de puces pour des modules de fibres optiques, y compris les contrôleurs, MIC3001/2. Avec la croissance de plus en plus rapide du marché et la demande croissante de solutions à bas prix, Micrel développe son portefeuille de produits LDD en offrant à ses clients un circuit laser autonome, à hautes performances, comprenant l'APC et un contrôle de l'alimentation >>, a fait remarquer Thomas Wong, vice-président des produits à large bande passante chez Micrel. << Cette solution réduit le nombre de composants externes et diminue les coÃ»ts de nomenclature (BOM), ce qui rend la solution de Micrel rentable et flexible. >>

Le circuit pilote peut procurer un courant de modulation jusqu'à 85 mA et un courant de polarisation jusqu'à 70 mA, et convient à la fois aux interfaces laser couplées en CA ou en CC grâce à sa grande tension accordée. Le SY88212L est également équipé d'un indicateur d'anomalie APC, des TXenable/TXdisable pour activer ou désactiver le circuit, et d'une broche de contrôle d'alimentation qui vérifie que le courant est proportionnel à la somme du courant de polarisation et de la moitié du courant de modulation. Il est disponible en boîtier MLF(R) (4 mm x 4 mm) à 24 broches.

Ã€ propos de Micrel, Inc.

Micrel Inc. est un leader mondial en matière de fabrication de solutions de circuits intégrés pour les marchés analogiques, Ethernet et à large bande passante du monde entier. La société compte parmi ses produits des semi-conducteurs à signaux mixtes, analogiques et de puissance de pointe, ainsi que des CI de communication haute performance, de gestion d'horloge, de commutateurs Ethernet et d'émetteur-récepteur à couche physique. Sa clientèle compte les plus importants fabricants de produits d'entreprise et grand public, dans les secteurs de l'industrie, de la téléphonie mobile, des télécommunications, de l'automobile et de l'informatique. Le siège social de la société et ses installations de fabrication de puces à la pointe de la technologie sont situés à San José, en Californie, et elle compte des bureaux régionaux de vente et de service après-vente ainsi que des centres de conception de pointe à travers le continent américain, l'Europe et l'Asie. La société possède également un vaste réseau de distributeurs et de représentants dans le monde entier. Site Web : http://www.micrel.com.

Remarque : MLF est une marque déposée de Amkor Technology.

Site Web : http://www.micrel.com

Micrel Inc.

Julieanne DiBene, communications marketing de Micrel Inc., +1-408-474-1276, Julie.DiBene@Micrel.com

Verizon Makes Digital Television Upgrade Easy for FiOS TV Customers in Philadelphia RegionOnly Verizon Delivers All-Digital TV Over the Nation's Most Advanced Fiber-Optic Network, Straight to Customers' Doors

PHILADELPHIA, June 5 /PRNewswire/ -- With the federal mandate to phase out analog television broadcasts approaching in early 2009, many consumers remain uncertain of what the change means for them. However, Verizon FiOS TV customers are ahead of the game. Verizon FiOS TV is already all-digital, so for most customers there will be no change. At the same time, Verizon is making other changes, and it is taking steps to ensure that customers are not confused by the phaseout of analog broadcasts.

Verizon is phasing out a small number of duplicate analog channels on the FiOS TV service so all customers will enjoy better-quality, all-digital viewing experiences on every set in their homes. Until now, Verizon has provided these duplicate channels to allow digital subscribers to view some limited programming in an analog format without using a set-top box.

The company also has a small number of customers who subscribe to a service that solely offers these duplicate analog channels. Verizon will make the digital transition easy for these customers by providing them with a free digital adapter.

"As we phase out our local analog simulcasts this year, we want to make sure that our small number of affected customers can continue receiving this programming on sets they are using without a set-top box," said Beth Mulhern, Verizon's director of consumer regional marketing in Pennsylvania and Delaware. "We're reaching out to those customers now to help them get their free digital adapter from us so they can enjoy high-quality digital programming on every set in their home."

Customers may also choose to upgrade to a set-top box that lets them see more programming, including high-definition channels, and enables full-featured, interactive services, like extensive video-on-demand programming and Verizon's innovative interactive media guide.

Verizon will phase out the analog channels on a regional basis. FiOS TV customers in the Philadelphia region, which includes southeastern Pennsylvania and Delaware, will see the transition starting June 23. Customers have been notified well in advance by letters, e-mails and phone calls from Verizon. The company also has set up a dedicated Web site, http://www.verizon.com/godigital, to provide answers to common questions about all-digital service.

Advantages of Upgrading to FiOS TV

TV fans who either do not receive all-digital programming from their TV service provider, or who receive only over-the-air broadcasts without a cable or satellite connection, should consider switching to FiOS TV.

"FiOS TV makes any TV look incredible - even analog sets," said Mulhern. "The change broadcasters are making to digital signals doesn't mean you need a new TV, but now is a good time to consider the network you're using. When you subscribe to FiOS TV, you will know that you made a smart decision as you begin to receive superior quality, all-digital programming delivered over the nation's most advanced fiber-optic network straight to your home."

Verizon's fiber network delivers amazingly sharp pictures and sound, and has the capacity to transmit a wide array of high-definition programming that is so clear and intense it seems to leap from the TV screen. Verizon's FiOS TV delivers more than 400 all-digital channels, including approximately 30 high-definition (HD) channels in the Philadelphia region and access to more than 10,000 on-demand titles, 70 percent of which are free. The video-on-demand library also now includes an increasing number of high-definition titles.

Verizon also offers innovative features not available from other providers, such as Home Media DVR (digital video recorder) and FiOS TV Widgets that give instant access to information like local weather and traffic conditions. Home Media DVR has a multi-room DVR feature enabling up to three simultaneous viewings of recorded programs on different TVs without requiring customers to set up a complex home network or buy extra equipment. Customers also can access photos and music on their PCs and play them on their TV.

The value of FiOS TV extends to the installation and customer support. Specially trained Verizon technicians will install the service and demonstrate FiOS TV features and services.

Consumers can check online at http://www.verizon.com/fiostv to learn more. Customers can also call their local Verizon sales office or 888-438-3467.

Verizon

CONTACT: Heather Wilner, +1-212-321-8333, heather.b.wilner@verizon.com,
or Sharon Shaffer, +1-215-963-6200, sharon.b.shaffer@verizon.com, both of
Verizon

Web site: http://www.verizon.com/
http://www.verizon.com/godigital
http://www.verizon.com/fiostv

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Verizon is Ready for 2008 Atlantic Hurricane SeasonLandline, Wireless and Global Networks in Top Shape to Serve Customers

NEW YORK, June 5 /PRNewswire/ -- Forecasters say there is a 70 percent chance that one of eight Atlantic hurricanes will strike somewhere on the East Coast between now and the end of November. Should that occur, Verizon is committed to keeping its customers connected with traditional landline and wireless voice service, data links, video connections, the Internet, and the complex systems that serve businesses and governments.

"Networked information, more than ever, drives and sustains living in our country and in our world," said Richard J. Lynch, Verizon executive vice president and chief technology officer. "Over the decades and into the emerging technologies of modern times, we've born the responsibility to maintain these critical services in all kinds of adverse conditions. That duty has never been more serious, and we've never been more ready."

From the terrestrial, wireless and global networks to incident response teams responsible for classes of customers and types of service, readiness runs broad and deep at Verizon.

Network-Based Service Factors

The core Verizon network that supports consumer and small-business, enterprise and government services and the land-based links that carry wireless traffic from cell site to cell site are more robust than ever. The backbone and distribution facilities are virtually all fiber-optic-based. Fiber brings an extraordinary level of reliability because it requires fewer electronically powered elements that are exposed to weather and thus to the devastating effect of water on electronic circuits and hardware. In addition, the core network is designed with multiple levels of redundant circuits, where traffic can travel down two distinct paths; so if one path is disabled, the other takes over.

Real-time network management also enables voice, data and video traffic to be re-routed around trouble spots, or routed into impacted areas on alternate routes.

Emergency Operations

Verizon networks are overseen by control centers, where voice, data and video traffic is managed and where instant troubleshooting is enabled. In addition, Verizon Wireless maintains a business continuity plan to coordinate critical business functions that arise during crises. Verizon Business will manage any hurricane-related issues on behalf of its customer base through its National Emergency Coordination Center (NECC) in Richardson, Texas, and through several regional Emergency Response Teams (ERTs) of trained communications technicians who can respond anywhere in the Verizon Business network's service area when a disaster strikes.

Verizon Business also maintains the industry's first environmental response team. The Major Emergency Response Incident Team (MERIT) is specially trained for rapid deployment to deal with hazardous materials emergencies involving or threatening Verizon Business' employees, critical telecommunications facilities or infrastructure, or other company assets.

Finally, Verizon maintains emergency operations center capability so that key decision-makers from all areas of the business, including Verizon Wireless and Verizon Business, can convene and work 24 x 7 during crises to communicate directly, make deployment decisions and promote fast, effective recovery performance.

Powered Up

The massive computerized switching systems that route and deliver calls and files over Verizon's wireline network have three sources of power, ensuring redundancy. Every system can run on commercial power, direct current batteries the size of steamer trunks all wired together, or on diesel-powered generators. Each backup system picks up the load flawlessly if commercial power goes out, ensuring uninterrupted service.

The Verizon Wireless network has battery backup power at all facilities. For additional reliability, there are generators at all switching facilities and many cell site locations. The company also owns a fleet of portable generators that can be deployed to provide emergency power during extended power outages to those cell sites without permanent generators.

In addition, hundreds of new digital cell sites have been erected during the past year, about 85 percent of which have their own on-site generators and new expanded fuel tanks to extend their power-generating capacity.

Mobility

Network crews for Verizon's wireline network can be mobilized from any part of the country and dispatched in caravans to impacted areas, as has happened in numerous storm situations, to rebuild facilities and reconnect customers.

Verizon Wireless has new 35-foot $150,000 Disaster Response Trailers, which can be used as temporary customer service locations in areas impacted by a disaster. In addition, a fleet of cells on wheels (COWS) and cells on light trucks (COLTS), and generators on trailers (GOaTS) can be rolled into hard-hit locations or areas that need extra network capacity.

Also available for immediate deployment to the Gulf Coast region is the Verizon Business emergency mobile communications command vehicle fleet. These stand-alone vehicles provide all state-of-the-art communications needs including VoIP, Internet, data, wireless, computer, faxing and printing capabilities. The rigs can use the Verizon Business satellite network or the landline network.

Customer Options

When traditional services go out due to power outages to the home or business, as long as the phone lines themselves are not down, the phone will work when the lights are out, provided the instrument used does not require power itself. Keeping a standard, corded phone available can be a lifeline simply by hooking it up to a phone jack. For businesses, this may be the line that supports a fax machine.

Wireless customers should consider having spare handset, chargers or laptop batteries, and they can always recharge their equipment using automobile adapters, keeping in mind the importance of operating motor vehicles outdoors or with proper ventilation. Wireless data customers, of course, have the additional option of communicating via wireless e-mail or text messaging.

Verizon

CONTACT: Linda Laughlin, Verizon Business, +1-918-590-5595,
linda.laughlin@verizonbusiness.com; or Jim Smith, Verizon Telecom,
+1-908-559-3477, james.albert.smith@verizon.com; or Tom Pica, Verizon
Wireless, +1-908-559-7516, Thomas.Pica@verizonwireless.com

Web site: http://www.verizon.com/
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Hartford, Vermont Residents to Benefit From Verizon Wireless Network ExpansionInvesting to Stay Ahead of Growing Demand for Wireless Voice, Multimedia and Internet Access

HARTFORD, Vt., June 5 /PRNewswire/ -- In a continuing effort to provide the best wireless service for local residents in Windsor County, Verizon Wireless has activated a new cell site. The new site increases wireless voice and data coverage and capacity along I-91 and Route 5, as well as the surrounding area.

Verizon Wireless has invested more than $45 billion since it was formed to increase the coverage and capacity of its national network and to add new services like BroadbandAccess and V CAST. Regionally the company has invested nearly $2.2 billion into its New England network, including over $292 million in 2007 alone. As a result of these investments, every Verizon Wireless cell site in New England offers wireless broadband connectivity.

BroadbandAccess offers computer users the nation's most reliable high-speed wireless mobile broadband network, operating at average upload speeds between 500 and 800 kbps, and download speeds between 600 kbps and 1.4 mbps over Verizon Wireless' BroadbandAccess with EV-DO Revision A network. V CAST brings video clips of TV shows, music on demand and other multimedia services to wireless phones.

Strong demand for Verizon Wireless services continued during the first quarter of 2008 as the company added 1.5 million net new customers and, for the fourteenth consecutive quarter, reported the lowest customer turnover (highest customer loyalty) rate in the wireless industry.

The company's 'nation's most reliable wireless network' reputation is based on network studies performed by real-life test men and test women throughout the country who inspired the "can you hear me now" national advertising campaign. Nationally, these test men and women drive nearly 100 specially equipped vehicles almost 1,000,000 miles annually on Interstate, U.S. and state highways as well as major roads and surface streets in high-population areas, based upon U.S. Census counts, to confirm that voice calls and data connections are successful on the first attempt and stay connected. Vehicles are equipped with computers that automatically make more than three million voice call attempts and more than 16 million data tests annually on Verizon Wireless' network and the networks of other carriers.

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's most reliable wireless voice and data network, serving 67.2 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: Michael Murphy of Verizon Wireless, +1-781-932-1213; or Marcia
Simon of Thomson Communications for Verizon Wireless, +1-860-399-0191

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

A&E Television Networks Chooses NeuStar's UltraDNS Services to Support its Growing Media PortfolioLeading Managed Services Provider to Deliver DNS Infrastructure to A&E Network(R), The History Channel(R), and The Biography Channel(R)

STERLING, Va., June 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- NeuStar, Inc. today announced that Arts & Entertainment Television Networks (AETN), an award-winning international media company, has chosen NeuStar's UltraDNS Managed DNS Service to bolster the scalability and reliability of AETN's DNS infrastructure.

(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20080310/NEUSTARLOGO )

AETN is a joint venture of The Hearst Corporation, ABC Inc., and NBC Universal, and offers consumers a diverse communications environment ranging from television programming to home videos/DVDs and music CDs to websites; the company also supports nationwide educational initiatives. AETN is comprised of some of the media market's strongest brands, including A&E Network(R), The History Channel(R), and The Biography Channel(R).

"As the Web becomes an increasingly important component of our media services, we need to ensure that the consumer's experience is of the same quality as our other media channels," said John Cool, Vice President, Interactive Technology at AETN. "NeuStar's UltraDNS Managed Services provides AETN's growing portfolio of Web properties with the superior reliability and performance our tech-savvy customers demand."

NeuStar's UltraDNS suite of managed services is built on a fault-tolerant global directory infrastructure that provides critical layers of network security and reliability. UltraDNS technology and services allow enterprises to seamlessly migrate their entire DNS infrastructures without any additional hardware or software deployments. Utilizing advanced routing technology, NeuStar ensures that all DNS requests are directed to and answered by the topologically closest server constellation - thus ensuring the fastest and most reliable network resolution.

"NeuStar is pleased to welcome AETN and its impressive portfolio of brands to our growing customer base of media companies that have recognized the critical role the DNS infrastructure plays in the reliability and performance of their Internet businesses," said Jeffrey Samuels, general manager and vice president of marketing at NeuStar's Internet and Registry Managed Services group. "The UltraDNS suite of services provides our customers with a globally distributed DNS infrastructure that is backed by an industry-leading service level agreement to ensure the security and availability of our customers' web properties."

More information about NeuStar's UltraDNS suite of services is available at http://www.ultradns.com/.

About NeuStar

NeuStar is a provider of clearinghouse and directory services to the global communications and Internet industry. Visit NeuStar online at http://www.neustar.biz/.

About A&E Television Networks (AETN)

A&E Television Networks (AETN) is an international media company and is comprised of A&E Network(R), The History Channel(R), History International(TM), The Biography Channel(R), The History Channel en espanol(TM), Military History Channel(TM), Crime & Investigation Network(TM), A&E HD(TM), AETN International, and AETN Consumer Products.

AETN is comprised of A&E Network(R), The History Channel(R), History International(TM), The Biography Channel(R), The History Channel en espanol(TM), Military History Channel(TM), Crime & Investigation Network(TM), A&E HD(TM), AETN International, and AETN Consumer Products.

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CONTACT: John Schneidawind of NeuStar, Inc., +1-571-434-5596,
john.schneidawind@neustar.biz

Web site: http://www.neustar.biz/
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InkSure Wins Large Tax Stamp Order

FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., June 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- InkSure Technologies Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: INKS) , a leading provider of covert machine-readable authentication solutions, was notified by their sales partner that a European government had approved a new tax stamp which includes the InkSure covert protection against counterfeiting. InkSure has received initial orders for US $275k to be delivered by October 2008. These orders are the first shipment of a master agreement with a minimum contract value of US $1.921 million. This agreement includes authentication field readers, quality control readers, and customized SmartInk(TM).

The new tax stamp will include a hologram incorporated with InkSure covert technology to provide multi-layer protection for alcohol and cigarettes. The government body will read the covert marks by utilizing InkSure's proprietary PocketSure(TM) and SignaSure(TM) readers. Both readers contain specialized optics that are configurable to match the specific requirements of the customer's unique custom code.

"We are very pleased with this new agreement and the fact that we can play a significant role in reducing the revenue losses due to counterfeiting," commented Yaron Meerfeld, InkSure's Chief Operations Officer. "The fact that a government is willing to put its trust in our technology, to protect their tax stamps against counterfeiting, is a very strong validation of our secure solution."

About InkSure Technologies Inc.

InkSure Technologies Inc., with its corporate headquarters in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida and its research and development center in Science Park, Rehovot, Israel, specializes in comprehensive, covert security solutions designed to protect high profile brands and documents of value from counterfeiting, fraud and diversion. The Company's sales and marketing activities target a number of market opportunities, including financial, pharmaceutical, branded products, transportation, and government/institutional, on a global scale. The Company's R&D activities include the development of "chipless" RFID technology for affordable item-level secure logistics and track-and-trace applications.

The Company's common stock is listed on the OTC Bulletin Board under the symbol "INKS". Additional information on the Company is available on its website at http://www.inksure.com/.

This press release contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Act of 1934, as amended, which are intended to be covered by the safe harbors created thereby. Investors are cautioned that all forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainty. Although InkSure (the "Company") believes that the assumptions underlying the forward-looking statements contained herein are reasonable, any of the assumptions could be inaccurate, and therefore, there can be no assurance that the forward-looking statements included in this press release will prove to be accurate. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements include the Company's need to obtain substantial additional capital (through financings or otherwise) to fund its operations, the progress of development, government and regulatory approvals and licensing/commercialization of the Company's technologies, and other factors noted in the Company's periodic report filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. In light of the significant uncertainties inherent in the forward-looking statements included herein, the inclusion of such information should not be regarded as a representation by the Company or any other person that the objectives and plans of the Company will be achieved. By making these forward-looking statements, the Company undertakes no obligation to update these statements for revisions or changes after the date of this release.

For further information, please contact:

Don Taylor, Vice President - Global Markets, InkSure Inc. +1-954-772-8507 or

via e-mail at dtaylor@inksure.com

InkSure Technologies Inc.

CONTACT: Don Taylor, Vice President - Global Markets of InkSure Inc.,
+1-954-772-8507, dtaylor@inksure.com

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

Next Inning Technology Updates Outlooks for Qualcomm, Cavium Networks, LanOptics, and NetLogic Microsystems

PRINCETON, N.J., June 5 /PRNewswire/ -- Next Inning Technology Research (http://www.nextinning.com/), a subscription service focused on semiconductor and technology stocks, announced it has updated outlooks for Qualcomm , Cavium Networks , LanOptics and NetLogic Microsystems .

In a series of reports released in March, Editor Paul McWilliams advised readers it was time to buy specific tech stocks. All of his selections have gone up considerably with one very near doubling. Now sitting on handsome profits, what does McWilliams think investors should do: Add to positions on strength, hedge or take some profits? Well, according to him, that depends on which of the dozen or so stocks you're talking about. To read his updated thoughts and enjoy a 21-day free trial of Next Inning, please click the following link:

https://www.nextinning.com/subscribe/index.php?refer=prn680

Early this week, McWilliams provided readers his report on the Telecosm conference: "For me there really wasn't much new information in the NetLogic presentation -- I mostly wanted to look into CEO, Ron Jankov's eyes to see if I could read the same conviction and depth that comes across during his conference calls. The good news for me is I saw all that and more..."

McWilliams also looks at these topics: -- What should investors know about LanOptics' partnership with Marvell in selling products to Cisco? How will this relationship impact LanOptics' margins? -- Is Qualcomm positioned to become a leader in the emerging Near Field Communications market? -- What market may become a "huge opportunity" for NetLogic? At what price would McWilliams consider adding shares of the stock? -- Is Cavium trading at an attractive valuation compared to its peers?

Founded in September 2002, Next Inning's model portfolio has returned 247% since its inception versus 93% for the Nasdaq.

About Next Inning:

Next Inning is a subscription financial newsletter focused on technology stocks. Editor Paul McWilliams is a 20+-year industry veteran.

NOTE: This release was published by Indie Research Advisors, LLC, a registered investment advisor with CRD #131926. Interested parties may visit adviserinfo.sec.gov for additional information. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Investors should always research companies and securities before making any investments. Nothing herein should be construed as an offer or solicitation to buy or sell any security.

CONTACT: Marcie Martin Next Inning Technology Research, +1-888-278-5515

Indie Research Advisors, LLC

CONTACT: Marcie Martin of Next Inning Technology Research for Indie
Research Advisors, LLC, +1-888-278-5515

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Verizon Wireless To Acquire Alltel; Will Expand Nation's Most Reliable Wireless Network

BASKING RIDGE, N.J., and LITTLE ROCK, Ark., June 5 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon Wireless has entered into an agreement with Alltel Corporation and Atlantis Holdings LLC, an affiliate of private investment firm TPG Capital and GS Capital Partners, to acquire Alltel Corporation in a cash merger. Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications and Vodafone (NYSE and LSE: VOD).

Under the terms of the agreement, Verizon Wireless will acquire the equity of Alltel for approximately $5.9 billion. Based on Alltel's projected net debt at closing of $22.2 billion, the aggregate value of the transaction is $28.1 billion.

The parties are targeting completion of the merger by the end of the year, subject to obtaining regulatory approvals.

Once this transaction closes, customers of both companies will have access to an expanded range of products and services, including a premier lineup of basic and advanced devices and an expanded IN Network calling community. Alltel customers also will benefit from advanced services including over-the- air downloadable music from a three-million-song library, and a network that is nationwide, for a uniform coast-to-coast experience. They also will be able to take advantage of industry-leading consumer policies, including Test Drive and Worry Free Guarantee(R).

"This move will create an enhanced platform of network coverage, spectrum and customer care to better serve the growing needs of both Alltel and Verizon Wireless customers for reliable basic and advanced broadband wireless services," said Lowell McAdam, Verizon Wireless president and chief executive officer.

Alltel serves more than 13 million customers in markets in 34 states. This includes 57 primarily rural markets that Verizon Wireless does not serve. The transaction puts the Alltel markets and customers on a path to advanced 4th generation services as Verizon Wireless deploys LTE technology throughout its network over the next several years. Alltel's customers also will reap the benefits of Verizon Wireless' Open Development initiative, which welcomes third-party devices and services to use the Verizon Wireless network.

Verizon Communications, the owner of the majority stake in Verizon Wireless, expects that the transaction will be immediately accretive, excluding transaction and integration costs. "This is a perfect fit, with Alltel's high-value post-paid customer base, its solid financials, our common network technology, and significant, readily attainable synergies," said Ivan Seidenberg, Verizon chief executive officer and chairman of the Verizon board. "Verizon Wireless' acquisition of Alltel clearly provides opportunities for enhanced value for Verizon shareholders."

Alltel President and Chief Executive Officer Scott Ford will continue in his current position as head of Alltel until the merger is completed.

"Both Alltel and Verizon Wireless have long track records of delivering a high-quality customer experience in the marketplace," Ford said. "The combination of our two companies will continue and improve upon that heritage as, together, we can more quickly deliver an expanded range of innovative products and services to our customers."

Verizon Wireless expects to realize synergies with a net present value, after integration costs, of more than $9 billion driven by reduced capital and operating expense savings. Synergies are expected to generate incremental cost savings of $1 billion in the second year after closing.

Alltel and Verizon Wireless both use a common network technology, which provides advantages of a seamless transition for Alltel customers, ease in integrating the two companies' networks, and scale efficiencies in operating the larger integrated network.

Morgan Stanley acted as financial advisor to Verizon Wireless on this transaction and is providing bridge financing. Debevoise & Plimpton LLP acted as legal advisor to Verizon Wireless.

Citibank, Goldman Sachs and RBS advised the sellers on the transaction. Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz acted as legal advisor to Alltel, and Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP and Ropes & Gray LLP acted as legal advisors to the sellers.

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's most reliable wireless voice and data network, serving 67.2 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.

About Alltel

Alltel delivers voice and advanced data services nationwide to more than 13 million customers. Headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas. Alltel is a Forbes 500 company with annual revenues of nearly $9 billion.

About TPG Capital

TPG Capital is the global buyout group of TPG, a leading private investment firm founded in 1992 with more than $50 billion of assets under management and offices in San Francisco, London, Hong Kong, New York, Minneapolis, Fort Worth, Menlo Park, Washington, D.C., Melbourne, Moscow, Mumbai, Paris, Luxembourg, Beijing, Shanghai, Singapore and Tokyo. TPG Capital has extensive experience with global public and private investments executed through leveraged buyouts, recapitalizations, spinouts, joint ventures and restructurings. TPG Capital's investments span a variety of industries including media and communications, financial services, travel and entertainment, technology, industrials, retail, consumer and healthcare. Please visit http://www.tpg.com/.

About GS Capital Partners

Since 1986, Goldman Sachs has raised fourteen private equity and mezzanine investment funds aggregating $69 billion of capital and leverage commitments. GS Capital Partners is the private equity vehicle through which The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. conducts its privately negotiated corporate equity investment activities. GS Capital Partners is currently investing its GS Capital Partners VI fund. GS Capital Partners is a global private equity group with a focus on large, sophisticated business opportunities in which value can be created through leveraging the resources of Goldman Sachs.

NOTE: This news release contains statements about expected future events and financial results that are forward-looking and subject to risks and uncertainties. For those statements, we claim the protection of the safe harbor for forward-looking statements contained in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The following important factors could affect future results and could cause those results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements: materially adverse changes in economic and industry conditions and labor matters, including workforce levels and labor negotiations, and any resulting financial and/or operational impact, in the markets served by us or by companies in which we have substantial investments; material changes in available technology, including disruption of our suppliers' provisioning of critical products or services; the impact of natural or man-made disasters or litigation and any resulting financial impact not covered by insurance; technology substitution; an adverse change in the ratings afforded our debt securities by nationally accredited ratings organizations; the final results of federal and state regulatory proceedings concerning our provision of retail and wholesale services and judicial review of those results; the effects of competition in our markets; the timing, scope and financial impacts of our deployment of fiber-to-the-premises broadband technology; the ability of Verizon Wireless to continue to obtain sufficient spectrum resources; changes in our accounting assumptions that regulatory agencies, including the SEC, may require or that result from changes in the accounting rules or their application, which could result in an impact on earnings; and the ability to complete acquisitions and dispositions.

Verizon Wireless

CONTACT: Peter Thonis, +1-212-395-2355, Peter.Thonis@verizon.com, or Jim
Gerace, +1-908-559-7508, James.Gerace@verizonwireless.com, or Nancy Stark,
+1-908-559-7520, Nancy.Stark@verizonwireless.com, or Andrew Moreau,
+1-501-905-7062, Andrew.Moreu@alltel.com; or Vodafone Investor Relations,
+44(0)1635-664-447, or Media Relations, +44(0)1635-664-444

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

AVP Crocs Tour Announces Partnership With PNY TechnologiesPro Beach Volleyball Stars and Teammates Holly McPeak and Angie Akers Also Sign With PNY for the 2008 Season

LOS ANGELES, June 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- AVP, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: AVPI) (http://www.avp.com/), a lifestyle sports entertainment company focused on professional beach volleyball, announced today that it has signed a new, one-year partnership with PNY Technologies, Inc.

"We are pleased to have PNY Technologies join the AVP Crocs Tour as we continue with another exciting season," said Leonard Armato, AVP commissioner and CEO. "This partnership creates new opportunities and provides further reach for both brands."

PNY, a New Jersey-based technology company, delivers a full spectrum of high-quality products for everything in and around the computer. PNY is a leading manufacturer and supplier of consumer and professional graphics cards, memory upgrade modules, flash memory and USB flash drives.

"Teaming up with the AVP Crocs Pro Beach Volleyball Tour provides us with an excellent opportunity to introduce our products to a new segment of consumers," said Tony Gomez, vice president, sales and marketing for PNY. "With professional players, Holly and Angie, onboard as endorsees of PNY Technologies, we hope to continue to grow and develop our brand within the professional sports market."

Highlights of the new partnership include PNY Technologies sand-level signage at AVP Crocs Tour events, Internet presence on AVP.com, event-site promotion, as well as ticket and PNY product giveaways.

The AVP Crocs Tour brings the nation's most elite level of professional beach volleyball to 18 markets across the country throughout the summer. For the latest news and information and to purchase tickets to upcoming AVP Crocs Tour events visit, http://www.avp.com/.

About AVP, Inc.

AVP, Inc. is a leading lifestyle sports entertainment company focused on the production, marketing and distribution of professional beach volleyball events worldwide. One of the fastest growing entities in the sports world, the AVP operates two of the industry's most prominent national outdoor touring series, the AVP Pro Beach Volleyball Tour (1983) and the AVP Hot Winter Nights Indoor Tour (launched in 2008). The AVP is set to stage more than 35 events throughout the United States in 2008 and features more than 150 of the top men and women competitors in the sport. At the 2004 Athens Olympics, AVP athletes representing the United States won gold and bronze. The medals were the first won by the U.S. women in professional beach volleyball, and the 2007 World Champions in each gender are AVP athletes. AVP is headquartered in Los Angeles, and the company's stock trades under the symbol AVPI on the OTC Bulletin Board. For more information, please visit http://www.avp.com/.

About PNY Technologies, Inc.

Established in 1985, PNY Technologies(R) Inc. is a leading manufacturer and supplier of memory upgrade modules, high capacity flash memory cards, USB flash drives, portable hard drives as well as consumer and professional workstation graphics cards. The company's photography, mobility, 3D gaming and business solutions are widely available from major retail, e-tail and wholesale outlets internationally. Headquartered in Parsippany, N.J., PNY maintains facilities in North America (Santa Clara and Orange County, Calif., Miami, Fla. and Parsippany, N.J.), Europe (Benelux, France, Germany, Italy, Norway, Spain, United Kingdom,) Asia (Taiwan and China) and Latin America. For more information, please visit: http://www.pny.com/.

Forward Looking Statements

Some of the information in this press release may contain projections or other forward-looking statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of the Company. We wish to caution you that these statements involve risks and uncertainties and actual results might differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements, if we receive less sponsorship and advertising revenue than anticipated, or if attendance is adversely affected by unfavorable weather. Event-related expenses, such as for the stadium, transportation and accommodations, or security might be greater than expected; or marketing or administrative costs might be increased by our hiring, not currently planned, of a particularly qualified prospect. Additional factors have been detailed in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including our recent filings on Forms 10-KSB and 10-QSB.

AVP, Inc.

CONTACT: Crystal Fukumoto of Brener Zwikel & Associates,
+1-818-462-5605, Crystalf@bzapr.com, for AVP; or Lara Chereso of Gibbs & Soell
Public Relations, +1-847-519-9150, Ext. 2116, lchereso@gibbs-soell.com, for
PNY Technologies, Inc.

Web site: http://www.avp.com/
http://www.pny.com/

Nalco Company Selects Open Text to Manage Business Content Across the EnterpriseContent Lifecycle Management, Email Management and ECM Solutions for Use With SAP to Capture, Manage, Store, Preserve and Deliver Content from Business Processes

CHICAGO, June 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Open Text(TM) , a global leader in enterprise content management (ECM), today announced that leading water treatment and process improvement company, Nalco Company, has selected Open Text to manage all forms of content, including email and SAP-related content, throughout its entire lifecycle; giving the organization more control over its content, while assisting the company to meet various compliance and governance requirements.

Headquartered in Naperville, IL, Nalco Company globally delivers significant environmental, social and economic performance benefits to a variety of industrial and institutional customers. Its programs and services are used in water treatment applications and in production processes to help customers reduce energy, water and other natural resource consumption, minimizing environmental releases while boosting the bottom line.

After careful evaluation of its internal infrastructure, Nalco needed to revamp its content management and collaboration-based applications and chose Open Text for the proven scalability and efficiency of its Livelink ECM solution, its seamless integration with SAP, its ability to maintain the integrity of the organization's intellectual property, and for its capacity to support Nalco's ECM requirements as they mature.

"After assessing our internal infrastructure, we realized that we were in need of a major overhaul. Our legacy content management and collaboration infrastructure was end of life and didn't integrate well with our SAP solution, which is a major component to our overall strategy moving forward," said Abbe Kaye, CIO of Nalco Company. "Open Text has provided us with the opportunity to consolidate and have more control over our content and we are particularly pleased that we will be able to access and store all of our SAP-related information in one, secure location."

With Livelink ECM - Content Lifecycle Management, Nalco will be able to more effectively manage all forms of content, including all documents, emails and records, throughout the entire lifecycle. Users will have access to the secured storage and organization of documents through archiving, records management, and imaging functionality - all in one repository. Livelink ECM allows users to seamlessly create, capture and share content while enforcing proper governance, security and best practices required to ensure effective information sharing across the enterprise.

Open Text's ability to seamlessly integrate with SAP was one of the biggest drivers for Nalco's decision. Open Text's solution incorporates imaging with the SAP data and document archiving components of Livelink ECM, further extending it with the ability to provide SAP applications with a process-oriented and application-spanning view of all business documents and data. A Web browser interface will allow occasional users at Nalco to easily retrieve content. This solution, when combined with Nalco's previous Livelink ECM Document Access, which is used in combination with SAP, provides Nalco with a comprehensive enterprise content management suite.

"Nalco Company is aggressively tackling a challenging and prevalent business issue: access and control of critical content across the enterprise," said Steve Best, Vice President, Energy & Chemical Sales at Open Text. "With the purchase of Open Text's SAP Document Access and Livelink ECM - Content Lifecycle Management, Nalco has positioned itself to enhance the content management experience of its employees, customers and partners, while also improving the overall security of its intellectual property. We are pleased to be working with our partner, SAP, to enable Nalco's vision."

For information on Nalco Company, please visit: http://www.nalco.com/ About Open Text

Open Text, an enterprise software company and leader in enterprise content management, helps organizations manage and gain the true value of their business content. Open Text brings two decades of expertise supporting 46,000 customers and millions of users in 114 countries. Working with our customers and partners, we bring together leading Content Experts(TM) to help organizations capture and preserve corporate memory, increase brand equity, automate processes, mitigate risk, manage compliance and improve competitiveness. For more information, visit http://www.opentext.com/.

Safe Harbor Statement Under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995

This news release may contain forward-looking statements relating to the success of any of the Company's strategic initiatives, the Company's growth and profitability prospects, the benefits of the Company's products to be realized by customers, the Company's position in the market and future opportunities therein, the deployment of Livelink and our other products by customers, and future performance of Open Text Corporation. Forward-looking statements may also include, without limitation, any statement relating to future events, conditions or circumstances. Forward-looking statements in this release are not promises or guarantees and are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, and actual results may differ materially. The risks and uncertainties that may affect forward-looking statements include, among others, the failure to develop new products, risks involved in fluctuations in currency exchange rates, delays in purchasing decisions of customers, the completion and integration of acquisitions, the possibility of technical, logistical or planning issues in connection with deployments, the continuous commitment of the Company's customers, demand for the Company's products and other risks detailed from time to time in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including the Form 10-K for the year ended June 30, 2008 You should not place undue reliance upon any such forward-looking statements, which are based on management's beliefs and opinions at the time the statements are made, and the Company does not undertake any obligations to update forward-looking statements should circumstances or management's beliefs or opinions change.

Copyright (C) 2008 by Open Text Corporation. LIVELINK ECM and OPEN TEXT are trademarks or registered trademarks of Open Text Corporation in the United States of America, Canada, the European Union and/or other countries. This list of trademarks is not exhaustive. Other trademarks, registered trademarks, product names, company names, brands and service names mentioned herein are property of Open Text Corporation or other respective owners.

Open Text Corporation

CONTACT: Richard Maganini, Open Text Corporation, (847) 267-9330
ext.4266, rmaganin@opentext.com; Stephanie Dodge Fazio, Open Text Corporation,
(519) 888-7111, x2429, sdodge@opentext.com; Brian Edwards, McKenzie Worldwide,
(503) 577-4583, briane@mckenzieworldwide.com

TRW Delivers Integrated Safety to Lancia Delta Including Video Based Lane Guide System

PARIS, June 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. today unveiled a range of intelligent safety systems supplied to Lancia's new Delta. TRW supplies Lancia with Electronic Stability Control (ESC), video based lane departure warning and Electrically Powered Steering (EPS) systems with steering torque control functionality -- the integration of ESC and EPS.

(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20010824/TRWLOGO )

"Such new vehicles are a landmark in safety integration -- that we call Cognitive Safety," said John C. Plant, president and chief executive officer, TRW Automotive. "The combination of active braking, steering, suspension and driver assist systems helps to open a world of possibilities for vehicle safety that is fast becoming a reality in today's vehicle market."

"In the Lancia Delta, TRW's sensors, algorithms and electronics provide information that enables the actuation of the most appropriate systems to help deliver enhanced driving comfort and safety."

The Delta marks the launch of TRW's video camera technology integrated with Electric Power Steering to enable haptic lane feedback. In this system the video camera detects when the vehicle is drifting toward the lane markings and the electric steering provides the driver with gentle guidance/haptic feedback through the steering wheel to stay in lane.

"This model introduces the latest driver assist functions into this brand for the first time," said Alois Seewald, engineering director for TRW's integrated systems portfolio. "The combination of electronically controlled braking and steering with environmental sensors helps give a clear picture of the driving environment and road conditions as well as the driver's intended path."

With this information the system functions can work together to support the driver through warnings if a potentially dangerous situation is sensed, guide the driver to steer in the proper direction, or brake wheels individually and cut engine torque if necessary. The systems will also enable park assist for automated parallel parking.

About TRW

With 2007 sales of $14.7 billion, TRW Automotive ranks among the world's leading automotive suppliers. Headquartered in Livonia, Michigan, USA, the Company, through its subsidiaries, operates in 27 countries and employs more than 66,000 people worldwide. TRW Automotive products include integrated vehicle control and driver assist systems, braking systems, steering systems, suspension systems, occupant safety systems (seat belts and airbags), electronics, engine components, fastening systems and aftermarket replacement parts and services. All references to "TRW Automotive", "TRW" or the "Company" in this press release refer to TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. and its subsidiaries, unless otherwise indicated. TRW Automotive news is available on the internet at http://www.trw.com/ .

Forward-Looking Statements

This release contains statements that are not statements of historical fact, but instead are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. We caution readers not to place undue reliance on these statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. All forward-looking statements are subject to numerous assumptions, risks and uncertainties which can cause our actual results to differ materially from those suggested by the forward-looking statements, including those set forth in our Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2007 (our "Form 10-K"), and in our Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 28, 2008, such as: loss of market share by domestic North American vehicle manufacturers and resulting production cuts and restructuring initiatives, including bankruptcy actions, of our suppliers and customers; escalating pricing pressures from our customers; commodity inflationary pressures adversely affecting our profitability and supply base, including any resulting inability of our suppliers to perform as we expect; our dependence on our largest customers; product liability, warranty and recall claims and efforts by customers to alter terms and conditions concerning warranty and recall participation; foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations; work stoppages or other labor issues at our facilities or at the facilities of our customers or suppliers; our substantial debt and resulting vulnerability to an economic or industry downturn and to rising interest rates; cyclicality of automotive production and sales; risks associated with non-U.S. operations, including foreign exchange risks and economic uncertainty in some regions; adverse affects of environmental and safety regulations; assertions by or against us relating to intellectual property rights; the possibility that our largest shareholder's interests will conflict with ours; and other risks and uncertainties set forth in our Form 10-K and in our other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. We do not undertake any obligation to release publicly any revision to any of these forward-looking statements.

Photo: NewsCom: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20010824/TRWLOGO
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PRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.com TRW Automotive Holdings Corp.

CONTACT: John Wilkerson, TRW Automotive, North America, +1-734-855-3864,
or Lynette Jackson, TRW Automotive, Europe, + 44-121-506-5315

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

AT&T and Citi Launch New Credit Card for Small Business OwnersCustomers Earn Rewards for Spending on AT&T Communications Services, Small Business Products, Supplies and Professional ServicesAT&T Offering Free Online Seminar June 12 on Benefits of Credit Cards and Other Tools in Driving Efficiencies for Small Businesses

SAN ANTONIO, June 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- AT&T Inc. and Citi today announced the launch of the AT&T Universal Business Rewards Card, an innovative credit card designed to meet the specialized needs of small business customers. The AT&T Universal Business Rewards Card not only rewards small business owners for their purchases but also provides them with a prescription drug benefits program and an around-the-clock personal business assistant.

Through Citi's ThankYou(R) Rewards Network -- a renowned, no-fee rewards program -- cardmembers can redeem points for rewards such as merchandise, travel and gift certificates to many popular stores, restaurants, golf courses and other merchants. AT&T Universal Business Rewards cardmembers will earn:

-- 5 points for every dollar spent on eligible AT&T products and services. -- 3 points for every dollar spent at participating office-supply retailers, gas stations and professional services providers, such as accounting and legal firms. -- 1 point for every dollar spent on all other purchases. Cardmembers can earn up to 100,000 points each calendar year.

"Citi is pleased to deliver with AT&T the customer rewards, benefits and budgeting support that we know small businesses have long desired in a single card," said Brian Lifsec, executive vice president, Citi Cards. "CitiBusiness has long been a leader in small business credit cards, providing customer-driven solutions for the unique and diverse needs of the small business owner."

Tim Bannecker, AT&T vice president of Small Business Marketing, said: "AT&T and Citi have teamed up and responded to our small business customer needs with a card that begins and ends with the small business customer in mind. The AT&T Universal Business Rewards Card is a first-of-its-kind credit card that provides tremendous value for small business customers, giving them a credit card that helps them grow their business with a built-in rewards system that helps them stretch their budget."

The new AT&T Universal Business Rewards Card provides significant small business benefits from Citi, including:

-- 24/7 access to the Citi Personal Business Assistant service, with free personalized support and help with gathering business information, obtaining referrals for marketing and administrative needs, office management, travel arrangements and other business services. -- Savings of 10 - 60 percent on prescription drugs at more than 48,000 pharmacies nationwide through the Citi Prescription Discount program. -- Flexibility to set spending limits on employee cards. -- Quarterly and annual business account spending summaries by type and employee. -- Easy access to Citi's free, industry-leading credit-education program, Use Credit Wisely, for businesses at http://www.business.usecreditwisely.com/. Free Web-Based Seminar at 2 p.m. EDT June 12

To support the growth and success of small business customers, AT&T is offering a free one-hour online seminar discussing common issues for all businesses: payment and funding. As part of an ongoing series of instructional Web-based seminars and training courses available on AT&T's small business Web site, http://www.att.com/OnwardSmallBiz, the June 12 seminar is titled: "Getting the Most from Payment Solutions: How Credit Cards and Other Tools Can Drive Efficiencies for Your Business."

When: 2 p.m. EDT June 12 Presenter: Brian Lifsec, executive vice president, Citi Cards. Registration: http://attewc.webex.com/attewc/onstage/g.php?d=889387682. Audio: Call toll-free (1-888-801-1511)

For more information about the AT&T Universal Business Rewards Card or to sign up for it, go to http://www.business.citicards.com/.

For more information about AT&T solutions for small businesses, please visit the AT&T Onward Small Business Web site at http://www.att.com/onwardsmallbiz.

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. In 2008, AT&T again ranked No. 1 on Fortune magazine's World's Most Admired Telecommunications Company list and No. 1 on America's Most Admired Telecommunications Company list. 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/.

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VCON Telecommunications Ltd. (the "Company"): Notice of an Extraordinary General Meeting and an Annual General Meeting

TEL AVIV, June 5 /PRNewswire/ -- All shareholders of the Company (the "Shareholders") are hereby cordially invited to attend:

(i) an Extraordinary General Meeting of the Company (the "Extraordinary Meeting") to be held on July 16, 2008 at 10:00 (Israel time); and

(ii) an Annual General Meeting of the Company (the "Annual Meeting") to be held on July 16, 2008 at 15:00 Israel time.

The Extraordinary Meeting and the Annual Meeting shall be referred to jointly as the "Meetings").

Both Meetings are to be held at 2 Weizmann St., Tel Aviv 6423, Israel, floor 17 at the offices of Goldfarb Levy, Eran Meiri & Co.

During the intermission between the meetings, the Company's newly elected audit committee and board of directors of the Company (the: "Audit Committee", and the "Board of Directors", respectively) shall convene in order to consider, approve, and ratify certain issues, which are on the agenda of the Annual Meeting.

1. The Matters on the Agenda of the Extraordinary Meeting and Summary of the Proposed Resolutions are as follows:

In the Extraordinary Meeting the Shareholders will be asked to:

1.1. Re-elect Mr. Joseph Shachak, and Mr. Yair Shamir as directors of the Company.

Both Mr. Shachak and Mr. Shamir were initially elected as directors of the Company on November 1999 and June 2001, respectively, and were re-elected for the last time at the annual general meeting of the Company held on May 31, 2004.

1.2. Re-elect Mr. Reuven Ashkenazy (effective as of May 31, 2007) and elect Ms. Ziva Atsmon (effective as of the date of the Extraordinary Meeting) as external directors of the Company (the "External Directors", and together with Mr. Shachak and Mr. Shamir, the "Directors"), for a three years term pursuant to and as defined by the provisions of the Companies Law 5759-1999 (the: "Companies Law") and, if and as applicable, the Companies Regulations (Alleviations for Public Companies whose Shares are Registered in a Stock Exchange Outside of Israel) 5760-2000 (the "Alleviations Regulations"). In accordance with the Companies Law, external directors may be elected for two terms of there years, each.

Mr. Ashkenazy was initially elected as an external director on May 31, 2004, and, if re-elected, he shall commence serving his second term as an external director as of May 31, 2007.

Ms. Atsmon is an attorney-at-law since 1971, and she manages her own private practice since 1989. Ms. Atsmon specializes in commercial, corporate and securities law, real estate, and employment law. Ms. Atsmon serves as an external director of Minrav Holding Ltd. since 2006, and she also served as an external director of Gil-On Investments (1999) Ltd. between 1999-2004. In addition, Ms. Atsmon was the secretary of Migdal Insurance Company Group Ltd. between 1996-1998, and the legal counsel of the "Tzion" insurance group between the years 1980-1986. Ms. Atsmon holds an LL.B. from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem (the Tel Aviv Extension), and she participated in postgraduate studies in the field of European Community Law at the University of Amsterdam between 1978-1979. If elected, Ms. Atsmon term of office will be three years, and she may be re-elected for a second three years term.

Mr. Ashkenazy and Ms. Atsmon, as candidates for the position of external directors of the Company, executed a statement in accordance with section 241 of the Companies Law, and were assessed by the acting Board of Directors as having Professional Competence in accordance with the Companies Regulations (Terms and Criteria for the Assessment of a Director with Accounting Expertise and a Director with Professional Competence) 5766-2000 (the "Competence Regulations"). Mr. Ashkenazy was also assessed by the acting Board of Directors as having Accounting Expertise in accordance with the Competence Regulations.

2. The Matters on the Agenda of the Annual Meeting and Summary of the Proposed Resolutions are as follows:

2.1. Subject to the adoption of the following resolutions by the Audit Committee, and thereafter by the Board of Directors (in meetings which are to be convened following the adjournment of the Extraordinary Meeting and prior to the convening of the Annual Meeting), the Shareholders shall be asked in the Annual Meeting to approve and ratify the following pursuant with the provision of Chapter 5 of Part 6 of the Companies Law:

2.1.1. The procurement by the Company of a liability insurance for the Directors and officers (if any) of the Company with coverage of up to US$ 5,000,000 effective as of 6 November 2005 until the completion of the Company's intended liquidation procedures (referred to in section 2.4 below), including run off insurance coverage thereafter, and the authorization of the Board of Directors, for as long as any one of the directors of the Company bear any responsibility as director of the Company, to extend the period of such liability insurance.

2.1.2. The entering into Indemnification and Release Agreement with Ms. Ziva Atsmon and office holders of the Company (if any, and as per the determination of the Board of Directors) to the extent permitted by the Companies Law and the Articles of Association of the Company (the "Articles") in a form similar to the form of the Indemnification and Release Agreement the Company has entered into with the acting directors.

2.2. Subject to the re-approval of the financial reports of the Company for the fiscal years ending December 31, 2005, December 31, 2006, and December 31, 2007 (the "2005, 2006 and 2007 Financial Reports") by the Board of Directors (in a meeting which is to be convened following the adjournment of the Extraordinary Meeting and prior to the convening of the Annual Meeting), the Shareholders shall be asked in the Annual Meeting to receive and consider the 2005, 2006 and 2007 Financial Reports.

2.3. The Shareholders shall be asked in the Annual Meeting to re-appoint Ernst & Young Israel - Kost, Forer, Gabbay and Kasierer as the Company's independent auditors and to authorize the Board of Directors to determine the auditors' remuneration.

2.4. The Directors shall present to the Shareholders the status of the Company's business affairs, including the de-listing of the Company's shares from the Euronext Paris on December 17, 2007, and inform them on the Directors and certain Shareholders' intention to review and consider the possibility of voluntary liquidating the Company in the near future.

2.5. Subject to the re-approval by the Board of Directors (in a meeting which is to be convened following the adjournment of the Extraordinary Meeting and prior to the convening of the Annual Meeting) of the acting Board of Directors resolution, dated May 13, 2008, according to which the Directors are entitled, as of January 2008, to remuneration for their services as directors of the Company equal to the "fixed amounts" (adjusted to the Israeli Consumer Price Index from time to time) permitted to be paid to external directors of companies with the Company's equity level classification under the Companies Regulations (Rules with regard to Remuneration and Refund of Expenses to External Director) 5760-2000 (the "Remuneration Rules"), the Shareholders shall be presented with the details of the Directors' remuneration as of January 2008.

3. General:

3.1. Except for the election of the External Directors, the resolutions referred to above shall be deemed adopted if approved by the holders of a majority of the voting power represented at the Meeting in person, by proxy or Written Ballot (as detailed in sections 3.5 and 3.6 below), as the case may be, and voting thereon (the "Regular Majority").

The election of the External Directors (section 1.2 above) shall be subject also to special majority requirements stipulated by the Companies Law in respect of "Controlling Shareholders", if, at all, there are at such time, any "Controlling Shareholders" in the Company. Such special majority requirements are that Regular Majority includes one of the following: (a) at least one third of the shares of non-Controlling Shareholders voting in person, by proxy or Written Ballot at the meeting, or (b) the total number of votes of the shares voted by non-controlling shareholders against the approval does not exceed one percent (1%) of the total voting rights in the Company.

3.2. Only Shareholders of record at the close of business on June 12, 2008 (the "Record Date") are entitled to notice of, to attend and vote at the Meetings.

3.3. Under the Articles no business shall be transacted at a general meeting unless a quorum is present when the meeting proceeds to business. The quorum at the Meetings is two (2) or more Shareholders (not in default in payment of any calls or other sums then payable by such Shareholders in respect of their shares) present in person or by proxy and holding in aggregate at least twenty five percent (25%) of the voting power of the Company.

If within an hour from the time scheduled for the above Extraordinary Meeting, a quorum is not present, the Extraordinary Meeting shall stand adjourned and shall take place at the same place on July 23, 2008 at 10:00 (Israel time).

If within an hour from the time scheduled for the above Annual Meeting, a quorum is not present, the Annual Meeting shall stand adjourned and shall take place at the same place on July 23, 2008 at 15:00 (Israel time).

No business shall be transacted at any adjourned meetings except business which might lawfully have been transacted at each of the meetings as originally called. At such meetings, any two (2) Shareholders (not in default as aforesaid), present in person or by proxy, shall constitute a quorum.

3.4. Please note that the Euroclear France (formerly known as Sicovam S.A., hereinafter: the "Euroclear") is registered as the holder of substantial portion of the issued shares of the Company. Euroclear is expected to provide individuals and entities who are recognized by the Euroclear to be the beneficial owners of shares of the Company that are registered in the name of Euroclear (the "Beneficial Owners"), with proxies pertaining to the respective number of shares so held by the Euroclear, appointing the Beneficial Owners or their nominees to participate and vote in the Meetings ("Euroclear Proxy").

Immediately following the publication of this Notice, Natixis through Euroclear shall distribute the Notice together with all accompanying documents, including the Written Ballot (as defined in Section 3.6 below), to the banks or other agents with whom the Beneficial Owners' shares are deposited (the "Intermediaries"). The Intermediaries shall then inform the Beneficial Owners of the convening of the Meetings, and provide them with the aforesaid convening documents. Requests to issue the Euroclear Proxy by the Beneficial Owners (executed by Intermediaries) should be sent in PDF form to Natixis to the following address Natixis, 10 - 12 avenue Winston Churchill, 94220 Charenton-le-Pont, France (Attn: Gisele Gresle) at least 15 days before the date set for the scheduled Meetings.

3.5. A shareholder who wishes to be represented at the Meetings by a proxy shall provide the Company at the Company's legal counsel, Goldfarb Levy, Eran Meiri & Co., Office located at 2 Weizmann St., Tel Aviv 6423, Israel, Tel: +972 (3) 608 9999 Fax: +972 (3) 608 9909 (to the attention: Advs. Keren Be'er or Oren Wolpin) (the "Company's Legal Counsel", and the "Company's Legal Counsel Office", respectively), not less than 72 hours before the time fixed for the scheduled Meetings with a proxy pursuant to the Articles. All Shareholders can obtain copies of the Articles, and a general form of proxy in accordance with the Articles from the Company's Legal Counsel at its address detailed above.

3.6. Written Ballots - Alternatively, in accordance with the Companies Regulations (Written Ballots and Statements of Position) 5766 - 2000 (the "Written Ballot Regulations"), all Shareholders are entitled to vote on matters 1.1, 1.2, 2.1.1, and 2.1.2 above by way of written ballot without attending the Meetings in person or appointing a proxy, provided that such Written Ballot is deposited at the Company's Legal Counsel Office at least 72 hours before the Meetings and subject further to the authorization of share ownership as of the Record Date and proof of identification as required under applicable law. According to applicable Israeli law the Written Ballot will be sent by the Company to each Shareholder of the Company. The form of Written Ballot may also be obtained from the Company by approaching the Company's Legal Counsel, at + 972 (3) 608 9999, or via email: Keren.Beer@goldfarb.com or oren.wolpin@goldfarb.com. Any shareholder who submitted a Written Ballot may revoke his/hers/its Written Ballot by submitting a cancellation notice (the "Cancellation Notice"). The Cancellation Notice together with sufficient proof as to the identity of such cancelling shareholder, to the absolute discretion of the Company's Chairman of the Board, must be delivered to the Company's Legal Counsel's Office (for the attention of Advs. Keren Be'er or Oren Wolpin) no later than 24 hours prior to the Meetings. Any such shareholder submitting a Cancellation Notice may only vote by attending the Meetings in person or by proxy.

3.7. A corporation being a shareholder of the Company may be requested by the Company to provide the Company, with a written evidence issued by such corporation evidencing the authorization of its representative to represent the corporation at the Meeting.

By order of the acting Board of Directors,

Yair Shamir Chairman of the Board of Directors Dated: June 5, 2008 Oren Wolpin, Advocate Goldfarb, Levy, Eran, Meiri & Co., Law Offices 2 Weizmann Street, Tel Aviv 64239, ISRAEL Tel: +972-(3)-608-9372 Fax: +972-(3)-608-9381; E-Fax: +972-(3)-608-9133

VCON Ltd.

Oren Wolpin, Advocate, Goldfarb, Levy, Eran, Meiri & Co., Law Offices, 2 Weizmann Street, Tel Aviv 64239, ISRAEL, Tel: +972-(3)-608-9372, Fax: +972-(3)-608-9381; E-Fax: +972-(3)-608-9133

Canadian Solar Files Annual Report on Form 20-F

Passing the First Year Sarbanes-Oxley 404 Compliance Requirements

JIANGSU, China, June 5 /Xinhua-PRNewswire/ -- Canadian Solar Inc. ("the Company," "Canadian Solar," or "we") announced today that it filed its annual report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2007 with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on June 3, 2008, and has implemented internal controls over financial reporting in compliance with the requirements for public companies per Section 404 of the Sarbanes- Oxley Act of 2002.

Dr. Shawn Qu, Chairman and CEO of Canadian Solar Inc. commented: "2007 was an excellent year for CSI. During the year we saw significant revenue growth, expanded our customer base, and improved our market penetration. In line with this growth, we worked hard throughout 2007 to ensure that our internal control processes were positioned well for both the current state of business and future expansion. Our first year of Sarbanes-Oxley compliance implementation has been a challenging but rewarding process. We are pleased with our own management testing results. Our efforts in maintaining an effective internal control structure will undoubtedly pay off in a long run."

About Canadian Solar Inc.

Founded in 2001, Canadian Solar Inc. (CSI) is a vertically integrated manufacturer of solar cell, solar module and custom-designed solar application products serving customers worldwide. CSI is incorporated in Canada and conducts all of its manufacturing operations in China. Backed by years of experience and knowledge in the solar power market and the silicon industry, CSI has become a major global provider of solar power products for a wide range of applications. For more information, please visit http://www.csisolar.com .

For more information, please contact: In Jiangsu, P.R. China In the U.S. Alex Taylor, IR Director Tyler Wilson Canadian Solar Inc. The Ruth Group Tel: +86-512-6690-8088 Tel: +1-646-536-7018 Email: ir@csisolar.com Email: twilson@theruthgroup.com Safe Harbor/Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements in this press release including statements regarding expected future financial and industry growth are forward-looking statements that involve a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially. These statements are made under the "Safe Harbor" provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by such terms as "believes," "expects," "anticipates," "intends," "estimates," the negative of these terms, or other comparable terminology. Factors that could cause actual results to differ include general business and economic conditions and the state of the solar industry; governmental support for the deployment of solar power; future shortage or availability of the supply of high-purity silicon; demand for end-use products by consumers and inventory levels of such products in the supply chain; changes in demand from significant customers, including customers of our silicon materials sales; changes in demand from major markets such as Germany; changes in customer order patterns; changes in product mix; capacity utilization; level of competition; pricing pressure and declines in average selling price; delays in new product introduction; continued success in technological innovations and delivery of products with the features customers demand; shortage in supply of materials or capacity requirements; availability of financing; exchange rate fluctuations; litigation and other risks as described in the Company's SEC filings, including its annual report on Form 20-F originally filed on May 29, 2007. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot guarantee future results, level of activity, performance, or achievements. You should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. All information provided in this press release is as of today's date, unless otherwise stated, and Canadian Solar undertakes no duty to update such information, except as required under applicable law.

Canadian Solar Inc.

CONTACT: In Jiangsu, P.R. China: Alex Taylor, IR Director of Canadian
Solar Inc., +86-512-6690-8088, or ir@csisolar.com; Or In the U.S.: Tyler
Wilson of The Ruth Group, +1-646-536-7018, or twilson@theruthgroup.com

China Education Alliance Appoints New CFO

HARBIN, China, June 5 /Xinhua-PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- China Education Alliance, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: CEUA) ("China Education Alliance" or "the Company"), a leading distributor of educational resources, offering high- quality programs and training both through online networks and an on-site training center in China, today announced the appointment of Ms. Susan Liu as its Chief Financial Officer.

Ms. Liu has served as Chief Financial Officer of OTC listed companies, Entech Environmental Technologies, Inc. and Hendrx Corp. since July 2007. Prior to that she was Finance Manager of the Greater China Region for Hyclone Biochemical China, owned by US Fortune 500 company Thermo-Fisher Scientific from 2005 to 2006. Ms. Liu was also a Finance Analyst for Fortune 500 listed Fortum Power and Heat Oil in Beijing, Investment Manger for CMG (China) Investment Management, Finance Manager for Meadow Gold Investment Company in China, and an accountant with Beijing-Olkaland Water Proof and Construction Material Company. Ms. Liu holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from An Hui Finance & Trade University and a Diploma from the English Language Institute of the University of British Columbia. She is fluent in Mandarin and English.

"I am pleased to be part of China Education Alliance in this stage of rapid growth and profitability," commented Ms. Liu, Chief Financial Officer of China Education Alliance. "The educational market in China is highly fragmented, remains in strong demand due to unevenly distributed resources and I look forward to adding my Fortune 500 experience to this attractive growth company."

"We are pleased that Ms. Liu will be joining us as she brings with her significant experience in U.S. GAAP accounting at well respected companies," commented Mr. Xiqun Yu, Chairman and CEO of China Education Alliance. "Her experience in working with U.S. listed Chinese companies and in-depth accounting experience will make her a valuable addition to our team."

About China Education Alliance, Inc.

The Company is a leading distributor of educational resources offering high-quality materials and training and tutoring services through both online networks and an on-site training center in China. The Company's online material products include on-line test preparation materials, researchers' materials, study guides, and audio recordings. The Company also provides educational services through online and on-site channels, including exam- oriented after-school tutoring services, vocational education and employment education. The company is currently selling educational products and services to schools and universities, teachers and students. The Company's website is: http://www.chinaeducationalliance.com/ .

Safe Harbor Statement

Safe Harbor Statement Under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: Certain statements in this press release, constitute forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provisions under The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements include, without limitation, statements regarding our ability to prepare the company for growth, the Company's planned expansion in 2008 and predictions and guidance relating to the Company's future financial performance. We have based these forward-looking statements largely on our current expectations and projections about future events and financial trends that we believe may affect our financial condition, results of operations, business strategy and financial needs and are not a guarantee of future performance but they involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements, which may include, but are not limited to, such factors as unanticipated changes in product demand especially in the education industry, pricing and demand trends for the Company's products, changes to government regulations, risk associated with operation of the Company's new facilities, risk associated with large scale implementation of the company's business plan, the ability to attract new customers, ability to increase its product's applications, cost of raw materials, downturns in the Chinese economy, the adoption by consumers of its new game business, the unproven advertising model that is dependent on attracting a large game user base, and other information detailed from time to time in the Company's filings and future filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission. Investors are urged to consider these factors carefully in evaluating the forward-looking statements herein and are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements, which are qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement. The forward-looking statements made herein speak only as of the date of this press release, readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any of them and the Company undertakes no duty to update any forward-looking statement to conform the statement to actual results or changes in the company's expectations.

For more information, please contact: Company Contact: Mr. Xiqun Yu Chairman and CEO China Education Alliance, Inc. Tel: +86-451-8233-5794 Email: yxq@edu-chn.com Investor Relations Contact: Mr. Crocker Coulson President CCG Elite Investor Relations Tel: +1-646-213-1915 (NY Office) Email: crocker.coulson@ccgir.com Web: http://www.ccgelite.com/

China Education Alliance, Inc.

CONTACT: Mr. Xiqun Yu, Chairman and CEO of China Education Alliance,
Inc., +86-451-8233-5794, or yxq@edu-chn.com; or Mr. Crocker Coulson, President
of CCG Elite Investor Relations for China Education Alliance, +1-646-213-1915,
or crocker.coulson@ccgir.com

Web site: http://www.chinaeducationalliance.com/
http://www.ccgelite.com/

U.S. Marine Corps Awards Harris Corporation $118 Million in Orders for Falcon II(R) Multiband Manpack Radios Under New $350 Million IDIQ ContractHarris Plays Central Role in Marine Corps Multiband Radio Modernization Program

ROCHESTER, N.Y., June 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Harris Corporation , an international communications and information technology company, has been awarded $118 million in orders to supply the U.S. Marine Corps with Falcon II(R) AN/PRC-117(F) multiband manpack radios. The Marines are acquiring the radios under a new $350 million Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. Harris is the largest provider of tactical radios to the Marine Corps.

Under terms of the contract, the Marine Corps will almost double its quantities of the AN/PRC-117(F), a widely deployed and battle-tested manpack radio that delivers multiband/multimission Type-1 secure voice and data communications in a single rugged package. The Harris IDIQ contract is part of the Marine Corps' Strategic Radio Plan, which will transition the Corps from legacy single-band radios to multiband, multimission software-defined radios. These radios provide extended frequency range, significant reductions in weight and size, waveform upgradeability and interoperability across many components of the U.S. forces. Harris is playing the central role in that plan, including the delivery of Falcon II multiband and HF manpack radios and the new JTRS-approved Falcon III(R) multiband handheld tactical radios.

"We're pleased to help the Marines address their expanding mission requirements," said George Helm, vice president and general manager, U.S. Government Products, Harris RF Communications. "Harris is committed to providing our customers with a family of radios that not only meets the operational challenges faced by troops in the field today but also provides the ability to transition to the networked force of tomorrow.

As part of the contract, Harris will also provide three dedicated technical service personnel who will be embedded with Marine maintenance companies.

The AN/PRC-117F(C) radio covers the full 30-512 MHz frequency band using military standard voice and data waveforms, ensuring interoperability with a wide range of ground-based and airborne equipment. The radio features advanced tactical satellite voice and data capabilities required to communicate on the digital battlefield.

Harris RF Communications Division is the leading supplier of secure voice and data communications products, systems and networks to military, government and commercial organizations worldwide.

About Harris Corporation

Harris is an international communications and information technology company serving government and commercial markets in more than 150 countries. Headquartered in Melbourne, Florida, the company has annual revenue of more than $5 billion and more than 16,000 employees - including nearly 7,000 engineers and scientists. Harris is dedicated to developing best-in-class assured communications(R) products, systems, and services. Additional information about Harris Corporation is available at http://www.harris.com/ .

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements that reflect management's current expectations, assumptions and estimates of future performance and economic conditions. Such statements are made in reliance upon the safe harbor provisions of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. The company cautions investors that any forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results and future trends to differ materially from those matters expressed in or implied by such forward-looking statements. Statements about the expected value of the contract to Harris are forward-looking and involve risks and uncertainties. Other factors that may impact the company's results and forward-looking statement may be disclosed in the company's filings with the SEC. Harris disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

Harris Corporation

CONTACT: Kevin Aman, RF Communications, +1-585-241-8186,
Kevin.Aman@harris.com, or Jim Burke, Corporate Headquarters, +1-321-727-9131,
Jim.Burke@harris.com, both for Harris Corporation

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

Rush-Copley Medical Center Selects Allscripts Electronic Health Record and Practice Management SolutionHospital also implementing program to link hospital records with physician offices

CHICAGO and AURORA, Ill., June 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Allscripts, the leading provider of clinical software, connectivity and information solutions that physicians use to improve healthcare, announced today that Rush-Copley Medical Center has selected the Allscripts Electronic Health Record (EHR) and Practice Management (PM) solution for the 45 physicians employed in the Rush-Copley Medical Group.

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Rush-Copley, a 183-bed hospital, offers extensive inpatient and outpatient care, a level II trauma center (ER), a comprehensive cancer center, a level III (the highest possible) neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) and progressive medical technology. Rush-Copley is a member of the Rush-System for Health.

"We're convinced that Allscripts will help physicians and other providers in our community treat patients more effectively by improving the comprehensiveness and availability of the information we use to make care decisions," said Garrett Katula, O.D., Chair of the Medical Informatics Committee at Rush-Copley. "Allscripts eliminates the inefficiencies of the paper chart, and provides 'best practice' guidelines, automated safety alerts, health management plans and other critical information where it's needed most, at the point of care."

In addition to deploying Allscripts for its employed physician group, Rush-Copley has partnered with Allscripts to enable the medical center's growing community of independent physicians to access patient visit documentation and other hospital information electronically, in real-time from their offices or remotely via the Internet. Physicians who are affiliated with the medical center can leverage this agreement to acquire Allscripts solutions for their practices, receive alerts when their patients visit the Rush-Copley emergency room or are admitted to the hospital, and receive a record of what happened to their patients while they are in the hospital.

"The Allscripts EHR is a mature product that is designed especially for smaller practices, particularly family medicine, and the Allscripts deployment process really takes the pain out of implementing, which is huge," said Dennis DeMasie, Vice President and Chief Information Officer at Rush-Copley. "We were originally looking at another ambulatory EHR from a traditional hospital information system vendor, but we changed direction and went with Allscripts because they understand our physicians' business practices and their practice model."

Glen Tullman, Chief Executive Officer of Allscripts, commented, "Virtually everything we do in our daily lives requires access to the right information at the right time, whether it's online banking, investment due diligence, or even traffic conditions. Yet in healthcare we expect physicians to make critical decisions without access to all the information they need. This has to change and we're excited that Rush-Copley, in taking on a leadership role in this critical area, has selected Allscripts to help make it happen."

The easy-to-deploy, physician-centric Allscripts solution improves the delivery of safe, cost-effective, high-quality care by automating common tasks such as prescribing and refilling medications, ordering and viewing tests, and documenting care. Allscripts delivers a robust Practice Management and Electronic Health Record system built on one intelligent platform. The seamless look and feel throughout the entire application provides practices with an easy-to-use, yet comprehensive patient information management solution, enabling a practice's clinical and business operations to work hand-in-hand for better communication and improved accuracy.

Aurora-area physicians who are interested in taking advantage of the medical center's offer can find out more by calling the Rush-Copley medical staff services office.

About Rush-Copley Medical Center

Founded in 1886 as Aurora City Hospital, Rush-Copley Medical Center has a rich history of providing healthcare services to the greater Aurora community. Since moving to the far-east side of Aurora in 1995, Rush-Copley has continued its tradition of caring and strengthening its service to the community. The 183-bed hospital offers extensive inpatient and outpatient care, a level II trauma center (ER), a comprehensive cancer center, a level III (the highest possible) neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) and progressive medical technology. Rush-Copley is a member of the Rush-System for Health.

About Allscripts

Allscripts is the leading provider of clinical software, connectivity and information solutions that physicians use to improve healthcare. The company's unique solutions inform, connect and transform healthcare, delivering improved care at lower cost. More than 40,000 physicians and thousands of other healthcare professionals in clinics, hospitals and extended care facilities nationwide utilize Allscripts to automate everyday tasks such as writing prescriptions, documenting patient care, managing billing and scheduling, and safely discharging patients, as well as to connect with key information and stakeholders in the healthcare system. To learn more, visit Allscripts at http://www.allscripts.com/.

This announcement may contain forward-looking statements about Allscripts Healthcare Solutions that involve risks and uncertainties. These statements are developed by combining currently available information with Allscripts beliefs and assumptions. Forward-looking statements do not guarantee future performance. Because Allscripts cannot predict all of the risks and uncertainties that may affect it, or control the ones it does predict, Allscripts' actual results may be materially different from the results expressed in its forward-looking statements. For a more complete discussion of the risks, uncertainties and assumptions that may affect Allscripts, see the Company's 2007 Annual Report on Form 10-K, available through the Web site maintained by the Securities and Exchange Commission at http://www.sec.gov/.

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CONTACT: Dan Michelson, Chief Marketing Officer, +1-312-506-1217,
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+1-312-506-1216, todd.stein@allscripts.com, both of Allscripts; or Mary Zokan,
Director of Marketing & Public Relations for Rush-Copley Medical Center,
+1-630-978-4994

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

CPA Technology Advisor Awards NetSuite Perfect 5 of 5 Stars in Accounting Software ReviewFor Fourth Consecutive Year, Leader in SaaS Business Management Software Suites Receives Highest Score for its ERP / Accounting Software

SAN MATEO, Calif., June 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- NetSuite Inc. , a leading vendor of on-demand, integrated business management software suites for small and mid-sized businesses and divisions of large companies, today announced that its on-demand ERP / Accounting, CRM and Ecommerce software solution received a perfect 5-star rating in a detailed review of the industry's top financial management and accounting products recently conducted by The CPA Technology Advisor magazine. Among the ten companies reviewed, NetSuite was recognized as the only company that delivers integrated ERP / Accounting, CRM and Ecommerce Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) while other companies provide on-premise products that require integration with multiple systems to achieve a complete business solution. This marks the fourth straight year that NetSuite has received a perfect 5 of 5 stars from The CPA Technology Advisor and reinforces NetSuite's leadership position in the SaaS ERP market.

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In its June / July issue, The CPA Technology Advisor evaluated 10 accounting software packages based on the following areas: ease-of-use / basic functionality; core accounting / security features; reporting & management functions; import / export/integration; help & support options; and relative value. NetSuite scored high points for features which relate to the art of managing human interaction through its seamless integration to CRM components, in addition to tackling core ERP and accounting needs that involve logical mathematical manipulation.

The review, which can be found at http://www.cpatechnologyadvisor.com/article/article.jsp?id=1998&pageNum=1 scored NetSuite with an overall rating of five stars -- the maximum. The review summarizes NetSuite by stating: "geared to... entities with strong customer relationship requirements, particularly sales-centric concerns, e-commerce businesses and those with multi-national / multi-lingual requirements. The web-based system offers outstanding flexibility and customization options along with the convenience of anytime, anywhere access."

For more information about The CPA Technology Advisor review, please visit http://www.netsuite.com/cpatechaward.

For more information about NetSuite Inc., please visit http://www.netsuite.com/.

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NVIDIA Announces Actress Tricia Helfer from Battlestar Galactica to Speak at NVISION 08

SANTA CLARA, Calif., June 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- NVIDIA today announced that Tricia Helfer, the actress widely known for her portrayal of "Number Six" on Battlestar Galactica, the Emmy award-winning television drama series, will speak and appear at NVISION(R) 08.

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Ms. Helfer, who plays the part of a beautiful but ruthless humanoid Cylon, will discuss her experience on the hit TV show, which makes extensive use of computer graphics technology to create stunning special effects.

"We are very excited to have Tricia Helfer speak at NVISION 08," said Rob Csongor, vice president of corporate marketing, NVIDIA. "As an actress in the 21st century, she is an iconic example of how visual computing is transforming the television, film, and entertainment industries. She interacts with both real and virtual characters, and real and virtual sets, in award-winning television dramas as well as video games. Our NVISION 08 attendees will have the special opportunity to hear and see through the eyes of Tricia how story making and entertainment have become stunningly realistic and engaging through the use of visual computing technology."

Not only is Tricia Helfer in one of the most highly-acclaimed drama series on television today, she is also known in the world of video game entertainment, having played the role of General Kilian Qatar in Electronic Arts' Command and Conquer 3.

NVISION 08 attendees will have the chance to hear Tricia Helfer talk about what it's like to work on Battlestar Galactica as well as the opportunity to meet her at the NVISION 08 GeForce LAN event.

Tricia Helfer's achievements include winning the "Ford Supermodel of the World Contest" and working for magazines such as "Elle," "Vogue," and "Cosmopolitan." While modeling, Ms. Helfer realized she had a passion for acting, leading her to Los Angeles where she earned a starring role on Battlestar Galactica.

Taking place on August 25-27, 2008 in San Jose, California, NVISION 08 is a three-day mega-event for professionals and enthusiasts who are passionate about visual computing. Thousands of engineers, designers, developers, researchers, artists, enthusiasts, gamers, film makers, business professionals, and consumers from around the world are expected to attend.

Registration for NVISION 08 is now open at: http://www.amireg.com/nvision08/intro.html.

About NVIDIA

NVIDIA is the world leader in visual computing technologies and the inventor of the GPU, a high-performance processor which generates breathtaking, interactive graphics on workstations, personal computers, game consoles, and mobile devices. NVIDIA serves the entertainment and consumer market with its GeForce(R) products, the professional design and visualization market with its Quadro(R) products, and the high-performance computing market with its Tesla(TM) products. NVIDIA is headquartered in Santa Clara, California and has offices throughout Asia, Europe, and the Americas. NVIDIA's inaugural NVISION 08 conference will be held August 25-27, 2008 in San Jose, California. For more information, visit http://www.nvidia.com/ and http://www.nvision08.com/.

Certain statements in this press release including, but not limited to, statements as to: the benefits and impact of visual computing on the television, film, and entertainment industries; and the events and anticipated attendees of NVISION are forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause results to be materially different than expectations. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially include: rescheduling or cancellation of the NVISION 08 events; the development of technology; the impact of competition and our competitors' products and technologies as well as other factors detailed from time to time in the reports NVIDIA files with the Securities and Exchange Commission including its Form 10-Q for the fiscal period ended April 27, 2008. Copies of reports filed with the SEC are posted on our website and are available from NVIDIA without charge. These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and speak only as of the date hereof, and, except as required by law, NVIDIA disclaims any obligation to update these forward-looking statements to reflect future events or circumstances.

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Lexmark joins U.N. Global Compact, reaffirms commitment to social responsibility

LEXINGTON, Ky., June 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Demonstrating its commitment to social responsibility, Lexmark International, Inc. today announced that it has joined the United Nations (U.N.) Global Compact, the world's largest voluntary global corporate citizenship initiative.

The U.N. Global Compact provides a framework for businesses that are committed to aligning their operations and strategies with 10 universally accepted principles in the areas of human rights, labor, the environment, and anti-corruption.

"We are committed to advancing corporate responsibility throughout the global community and fully support the principles of the U.N. Global Compact," said Paul J. Curlander, Lexmark chairman and chief executive officer. "Lexmark is focused on ensuring that respect for human rights, safe working conditions and environmentally sound business practices remain top priorities for our organization and for those with whom we partner."

Lexmark's corporate social responsibility efforts are focused on community involvement, corporate governance and ethics, diversity, environmental responsibility, health and safety, human rights and labor standards, and supplier requirements.

In each area, Lexmark is committed to not only complying fully with the laws, rules and regulations of the countries in which it operates, but also taking that commitment further by continually evaluating its business practices using the principles of sustainability to help protect future generations.

To learn more about Lexmark's corporate social responsibility program, visit http://www.lexmark.com/ .

About the United Nations Global Compact

Launched in 2000, the U.N. Global Compact brings business together with U.N. agencies, labor, civil society, and governments to advance 10 universal principles in the areas of human rights, labor, environment, and anti-corruption. Through the power of collective action, the Global Compact seeks to mainstream these 10 principles in business activities around the world and to catalyze actions in support of broader U.N. goals.

With over 4,100 participating companies and hundreds of other stakeholders from more than 120 countries, it is the world's largest voluntary corporate citizenship initiative. For more information, please visit http://www.unglobalcompact.org/ .

About Lexmark

Lexmark International, Inc. provides businesses and consumers in more than 150 countries with a broad range of printing and imaging products, solutions and services that help them to be more productive. In 2007, Lexmark reported $5.0 billion in revenue. Learn how Lexmark can help you get more done at http://www.lexmark.com/ .

Lexmark and Lexmark with diamond design are trademarks of Lexmark International, Inc., registered in the U.S. and/or other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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CONTACT: Melissa Lucas of Lexmark International, Inc., +1-859-232-5806,
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Lexmark's Sustainability Report shows company's commitment to reducing environmental footprint

LEXINGTON, Ky., June 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Lexmark International, Inc. has released its 2007 Sustainability Report, highlighting the company's efforts to reduce its environmental footprint and provide unique, innovative printing solutions that help its customers print less and lower their impact on the environment.

Sustainability has been an important part of Lexmark's core values since the company's inception. Lexmark focuses its commitment in three key areas -- customers, operations and community -- which are rooted in the work Lexmark employees perform each day.

Customers

Lexmark's commitment to the environment begins with designing innovative products, solutions and services with the environment in mind. Among other environmentally conscious features, many Lexmark printers are energy efficient, come standard with two-sided and multi-up printing and include high-yield print cartridges so customers can print smarter and lower their costs.

Lexmark's Design for Environment program ensures environmental responsibility throughout all phases of the product life cycle. This includes selecting materials for use in Lexmark products that meet or exceed environmental requirements and offering global recycling programs for end-of-life equipment and cartridges. Worldwide, one out of three Lexmark toner cartridges was returned to Lexmark in 2007 for remanufacturing or recycling. In the U.S., cartridge returns for the past several years have consistently averaged between 40 percent and 50 percent.

Operations

Lexmark conducts the operations at its facilities worldwide in an environmentally responsible manner, focusing its efforts in three primary areas -- energy efficiency, water conservation and waste minimization. A management system is in place at each of Lexmark's facilities to ensure goals are set and continual improvement is achieved.

Lexmark has also implemented environmentally responsible printing practices in its offices. For example, Lexmark's office in Suresnes, France, became a working showcase in 2007 to demonstrate sustainable printing in the workplace. Lexmark employees who work in the office are applying the same responsible printing practices that Lexmark delivers to its customers each day to help them print less and protect the environment.

The Suresnes office achieved a 20 percent reduction in the number of pages printed, a 55 percent reduction in energy usage and a 44 percent reduction in direct costs after implementing the sustainable printing showcase.

Community

Lexmark believes it is important to be a responsible neighbor and employer in the locations where it operates. Creating environmental awareness and encouraging volunteerism in the communities where its employees live and work is at the core of Lexmark's value of corporate citizenship. With the collaboration of its employees, customers, industry groups and community partners, Lexmark believes a more sustainable future can be provided for generations to come.

Many of the community programs Lexmark champions involve trees and water, which are resources used in paper production. For example, Lexmark employees have contributed their time and talents worldwide to support reforestation efforts, habitat protection and restoration and the preservation of clean water.

"Lexmark's Sustainability Report shows the dedication of our employees to protecting the planet's resources and to helping our customers meet their sustainability goals and minimize their impact on the environment," said Paul J. Curlander, Lexmark chairman and chief executive officer. "We are pleased to share the progress we've made in our company's commitment to environmental excellence."

For more information about Lexmark's sustainability program, or to read Lexmark's Sustainability Report, visit http://www.lexmark.com/environment .

About Lexmark

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Sonus Networks Supports the Research and Development of Next Generation Networks in the Slovak RepublicSonus Donates Technology To Zilina Institute of Next Generation Networks

WESTFORD, Mass. and STAINES, England, June 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Sonus Networks , a market leader in IP communications infrastructure, today demonstrated its commitment to the development of the Eastern European telecommunications industry by providing IP infrastructure hardware and software to the Zilina Institute of Next Generation Networks (INGN) in the Slovak Republic. The INGN, which is 66 percent owned by Slovak Telekom works closely with the University of Zilina, to drive innovation and development of next-generation networks in the region and beyond.

The Slovak Republic has seen rapid growth of the relatively small telecoms industry in recent years and is set to position the country at the forefront of telecommunications development as they offer new services to home and business subscribers. In conjunction with the Faculty of Electrical Engineering, the Faculty of Management Science and Informatics and the Faculty and Operation of Transport and communication at the University of Zilina, the INGN facilitates a cohesive approach to the development of the regions telecommunications infrastructure.

"We wanted to gain access to Sonus IP-based infrastructure technology as it supports the some of the world's largest carrier networks, in the most sophisticated and demanding markets. The technology is proven as one of the best in class and these are the standards we want to develop and implement for our region," said Professor Milan Dado, chairman of INGN. "For the region to gain a competitive edge in a connected and expanding European market, we rely on donations to facilitate our research and development. This donation from Sonus Networks to the Institute demonstrates their commitment to the growth and development of our industry."

"We are pleased with the recent addition of Sonus platform to INGN's laboratories. This supports our aim to develop INGN's lab into leading multi-vendor IP and NGN test environment within Central and Eastern Europe," commented Peter Helexa, director of strategy and new business development, and member of the supervisory board of INGN.

For the next-generation network research project, Sonus provided multiple solutions including the GSX 4000 Gateway and Network Border Switch. Sonus also provided the Sonus Insight Element Management System to provide a comprehensive graphical user interface to manage all of the components of the Sonus packet telephony solution.

"Sonus Networks is pleased to offer the INGN the support it needs in its drive to further the research and development of next-generation networks. Sonus is committed to supporting the development of new and emerging technologies in the region and looks forward to working closely with the Institute to champion innovation," said Tony Morrish, vice president, EMEA at Sonus Networks.

About Sonus Networks

Sonus Networks, Inc. is a market leader in IP communications infrastructure for wireline and wireless service providers. With its comprehensive IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) solution, Sonus addresses the full range of carrier applications, including residential and business voice services, wireless voice and multimedia, trunking and tandem switching, carrier interconnection and enhanced services. Sonus' voice infrastructure solutions are deployed in service provider networks worldwide. Founded in 1997, Sonus is headquartered in Westford, Massachusetts. Additional information on Sonus is available at http://www.sonusnet.com/.

This release may contain forward-looking statements regarding future events that involve risks and uncertainties. Readers are cautioned that these forward-looking statements are only predictions and may differ materially from actual future events or results. Readers are referred to Item 1A "Risk Factors" of Sonus' Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the period ended March 31, 2008, filed with the SEC, which identifies important risk factors that could cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward- looking statements. Risk factors include among others: the impact of material weaknesses in our disclosure controls and procedures and our internal control over financial reporting on our ability to report our financial results timely and accurately; the unpredictability of our quarterly financial results; risks and uncertainties associated with the Company's restatement of its historical stock option granting practices and accounting including regulatory actions or litigation; risks associated with our international expansion and growth; consolidation in the telecommunications industry; and potential costs resulting from pending securities and patent litigation against the Company. Any forward-looking statements represent Sonus' views only as of today and should not be relied upon as representing Sonus' views as of any subsequent date. While Sonus may elect to update forward-looking statements at some point, Sonus specifically disclaims any obligation to do so, except as required by law.

Sonus is a registered trademark of Sonus Networks, Inc. All other company and product names may be trademarks of the respective companies with which they are associated.

For more information, please contact: Investor Relations: Jocelyn Philbrook + 1 978-614-8672 jphilbrook@sonusnet.com US Media Relations Lucy Millington + 1 978-614-8240 lmillington@sonusnet.com EMEA Media Relations: Paula Lender Swain + 44 (0) 1793-601-453 Plender-swain@sonusnet.com

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