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Harrah's Entertainment Launches Microsoft Surface at Rio iBar, Providing Guests With Innovative and Immersive New Entertainment ExperiencesHarrah's reinvents flirting and offers new uninhibited fun and play to iBar patrons.

LAS VEGAS, June 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Harrah's Operating Company Inc., a subsidiary of Harrah's Entertainment Inc., and Microsoft Corp. today announced the debut of Harrah's first Microsoft Surface deployments at iBar ultra-lounge located at the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino. Harrah's is the first company to deploy a suite of customized applications for Microsoft Surface and to install it in an entertainment venue, providing guests with uniquely personalized and engaging social experiences with the Surface units.

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Microsoft Surface, the first commercially available surface computer from Microsoft, is a 30-inch tablelike display that individuals or multiple people can interact with digital content in a way that feels familiar by using touch, gestures or objects from the real world. Without a mouse or keyboard, the 360-degree user interface and massive multitouch capabilities of Microsoft Surface provide Harrah's guests with an unprecedented social experience that infuses the best of technology with the best of Vegas nightlife.

With the unique interaction that Microsoft Surface enables, Harrah's has created an innovative suite of custom applications to provide guests with hip new ways to create their very own ultimate entertainment experience in an ultra-lounge venue.

-- Flirt Vegas style by adding a hip ultra-lounge vibe to the flirting experience. This application allows guests to create an exciting new way to chat and meet people from one Surface to another. Strategically placed video cameras at each Surface add even more energy to the action, allowing guests to interact with old friends, flirt with new acquaintances, and take and send photos across the lounge. -- Mixologists are inspired to create and order their own signature cocktails for themselves or to send to that special someone across the room using Surface and Harrah's intuitive food and beverage application. -- Hip-notic describes how guests will feel when kicking back to find and view the latest and most popular online videos with their friends on Surface. -- Head Games are taken to a whole new level with Harrah's creative suite of play-for-fun games. With the unique Surface interface, Harrah's adds an exciting new take on some old favorites such as High Roller bowling, Dissed multiplayer pickup pinball, and a Last Call musical memory game that encourage the whole group to play together. Leaderboards add excitement as guests compete with one another to see who can climb to the top of the scoreboard.

In addition to Harrah's unique applications and play-for-fun games, the Surface units also feature a photos application and a virtual concierge application developed by Microsoft that Harrah's customized for its environment.

-- See and Be Scene is what guests can do as they tour all of Harrah's Vegas properties and explore attractions in Vegas without leaving their seat at the iBar. -- Virtual Vegas aptly describes how guests will take a virtual walk down the Las Vegas strip on Surface, letting their fingers be the guide. Guests will be able to get information on the latest events and attractions at all Harrah's properties throughout Vegas.

"At Harrah's we are continually working to advance our innovation agenda and create unique, compelling and innovative guest experiences and unparalleled guest service," said Tim Stanley, Harrah's CIO and senior vice president of innovation, gaming and technology. "With Microsoft Surface, Harrah's is designing new and exciting ways to engage our millions of existing customers as well as offering a new genre of guests innovative opportunities to discover the uninhibited excitement of our venues. This launch of Microsoft Surface into our business is another example of our next-generation interactive customer relationship management (CRM) capabilities that aim to deliver personalized, interactive and immersive experiences for guests as they spend time at our properties."

"People continue to be excited about the endless possibilities of Surface technology and how it can transform everyday scenarios, including the social and entertainment space," said Pete Thompson, general manager for Microsoft Surface. "With this latest deployment of Surface, we're now bringing some of those possibilities to life and showcasing the breadth of opportunities Microsoft Surface provides to innovative businesses like Harrah's."

Harrah's launches Microsoft Surface at the Rio iBar on June 11, 2008, and expects to pilot Surface via a variety of venues, applications and activities throughout the year. Additional information on the launch can be found at http://www.harrahs.com/ or http://www.surface.com/.

About Harrah's

Harrah's Entertainment, Inc. is the world's largest provider of branded casino entertainment. Since its beginning in Reno, Nevada, more than 70 years ago, Harrah's has grown through development of new properties, expansions and acquisitions, and now owns or manages casinos on four continents. The Company's properties operate primarily under the Harrah's(R), Caesars(R) and Horseshoe(R) brand names; Harrah's also owns the London Clubs International family of casinos and the World Series of Poker(R). Harrah's Entertainment is focused on building loyalty and value with its customers through a unique combination of great service, excellent products, unsurpassed distribution, operational excellence and technology leadership. For more information, please visit http://www.harrahs.com/.

About Microsoft Surface

Microsoft Surface brings to life a whole new way to interact with information that engages the senses, improves collaboration and empowers consumers. By utilizing the best combination of connected software, services and hardware, Microsoft is at the forefront of developing surface computing products that push computing boundaries, deliver new experiences that break down barriers between users and technology, and provide new opportunities for companies to engage with people. More information can be found at http://www.surface.com/.

About Microsoft

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

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CONTACT: Jacqueline Peterson of Harrah's, +1-702-449-3175,
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Hifn Continues Reseller Momentum With Addition of Health Care Expert Genesix Inc.

LOS GATOS, Calif., June 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Hifn(TM) , the catalyst behind storage and networking innovation, continued its strong momentum in expanding its reseller channel for its Swarm(TM) secure iSCSI appliances with the announcement of Genesix Inc. as Hifn's newest channel partner.

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New York-based Genesix is a health care specialist VAR, with an expertise in design and installation of data intensive Picture Archiving and Communications Systems (PACS). Genesix President and CEO Al Vickers said that the Hifn Swarm appliances are a perfect storage solution for a PACS environment, with a feature set that addresses health care IT issues and a design simplicity that fits well with the staffing challenges facing many health care operations.

"Our customers have to deal not only with the huge capacity growth of medical imaging but with HIPAA compliance requirements and managing multiple locations without the staff to go with it. Hifn products are easy to install and maintain, adding tremendous value to the product," said Vickers. "Hifn also solves the HIPAA compliance challenge with built-in data encryption in hardware versus software, making it simple, automatic and difficult for hackers to break."

"Health care and medical imaging are key market opportunities that can leverage the versatility of the iSCSI platform and the Genesix-Hifn partnership brings a huge value proposition to health care customers struggling with growing data loads, HIPAA challenges and managing remote sites," said John Matze, Vice President Business Development at Hifn. "Health care customers have hit the jackpot with this relationship, given the experience and PACS expertise of Genesix and Hifn's features of the Swarm iSCSI appliances that fit seamlessly within the health care market, all backed by our commitment to supporting and driving the success of our VAR partners."

Hifn's supports Genesix and all of its Channel 100 Partner Program members with a broad package of tools and resources to ensure their success in selling Swarm-based iSCSI storage solutions. Channel 100 partner benefits include training webinars, lead generation, product spiffs, joint customer visits with Hifn storage experts, discounted demo units, public relations and telemarketing support, and event and marketing program support based on sales volume. Hifn and Genesix will launch the new reseller partnership with a "Lunch and Learn" event in New York City on Tuesday, June 17 where attendees will learn about the server consolidation, storage virtualization and data encryption capabilities enabled with the Swarm iSCSI appliances from Hifn and how those translate into quantifiable business benefits. They will also have the opportunity to consult with Genesix and Hifn storage experts about their own storage requirements and how iSCSI can address those needs.

About Swarm IP SAN Appliances from Hifn

The Swarm is a series of IP SAN appliances that delivers the benefits of storage networking to small and mid-sized business that want encryption, storage consolidation, centralized management, automatic backup, high availability and seamless integration with the Microsoft operating environment. The Hifn Swarm Series of iSCSI storage appliances provides an ideal IP SAN storage alternative to complex and costly Fibre Channel products with up to 9.75 terabytes of RAID-6 protected storage along with a full suite of storage services, including encryption, replication, point-in-time copy backup used for Windows Volume Shadow copy Service (VSS)-consistent snapshots and multipath I/O for high availability active-active configurations. Swarm IP SAN solutions are available now starting at $8,995. For more information please visit: http://www.hifn.com/appliance.

About Hifn

Hifn delivers the key channel and OEM ingredients for 21st century storage and networking environments. Leveraging over a decade of leadership and expertise in the development of purpose-built Applied Services Processors (ASPs), we are a trusted partner to industry leaders for whom infrastructure innovation in storage and networking is critical to success. With the majority of secure networked communications flowing through Hifn technology, the 21st century convergence of storage and networking drives our product roadmap forward. For more information, please visit: http://www.hifn.com/.

"Safe Harbor" Statement under the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Specifically, statements regarding the Company's future financial performance including, without limitation, statements related to Hifn solving the HIPAA compliance challenge with built-in data encryption, Health care and medical imaging are key market opportunities that can leverage the versatility of the iSCSI platform, and the Genesix-Hifn partnership brings a huge value proposition to health care customers are all forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Safe Harbor that may cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements contained herein. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described herein include, but are not limited to: dependency on a small number of customers; customer demand and customer ordering patterns; and orders from Hifn's customers may be below the company's current expectations. These and other risks are detailed from time to time in Hifn's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Hifn expressly disclaims any obligation to update or revise its forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

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CONTACT: Corporate Communications of Hifn, Inc., +1-408-399-3520,
press@hifn.com; or Judy Smith of JPR Communications, +1-818-386-0403,
judys@jprcom.com, for Hifn, Inc.

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

Sikorsky Aircraft Fully Equips First U.S. Army Unit with UH-60M BLACK HAWK Helicopters

STRATFORD, Conn., June 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. today delivered the 30th UH-60M BLACK HAWK helicopter to the U.S. Army for the 4-101 Assault Battalion, making it the First Unit Equipped (FUE) with the aircraft. Sikorsky is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. .

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The new aircraft provide the Army with many enhancements critical to supporting its missions. These enhancements include a new fully digitized cockpit with four multi-function displays, a four-axis fully coupled flight director, digital map, dual embedded global positioning/inertial navigation system, and an integrated vehicle health management system (IVHMS). The model also features wide chord composite blades and an increased shaft horsepower performance engine.

"Our employees showed tremendous determination and teamwork to produce these aircraft and get them to the field on time," said Sikorsky President Jeffrey P. Pino. "The new program required a major ramp-up and a necessary learning curve, but we were united in our commitment that we were not going to let our soldiers down."

"What has been accomplished over the past seven months is nothing short of phenomenal," said Lt. Col. Bert Vergez, Army UH-60M Helicopter Product Manager, upon receiving the final FUE aircraft. "Thanks to Sikorsky, the 4-101 Assault Battalion will have aircraft to carry them through to victory. In all my 22 years of active service, I have never been more proud of America's citizen soldiers - the Sikorsky team is truly above the best."

The UH-60M helicopter is slated to replace older BLACK HAWK helicopters currently in the U.S. Army's fleet and represents the Army's third standard baseline BLACK HAWK version in the 30-year production history of the program. In December 2007, the U.S. government and Sikorsky Aircraft signed a five- year, multi-service contract for 537 H-60 HAWK(TM) helicopters to be delivered to the U.S. Army and U.S. Navy. In addition to the UH-60M helicopters, the contract involves HH-60M MEDEVAC, MH-60S SEAHAWK(TM) and MH-60R SEAHAWK(R) aircraft. The contract value for expected deliveries is approximately $7.4 billion and includes options for an additional 263 aircraft, spares, and kits, with the total contract value potentially reaching $11.6 billion. Pentagon acquisition priorities and funding allocations set by Congress will determine actual production quantities year by year over the life of the program. Deliveries are scheduled to take place from 2007 to 2012.

Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., based in Stratford, Conn., is a world leader in helicopter design, manufacture, and service. The company's long commitment to safety and innovation is reflected in its mission statement: "We pioneer flight solutions that bring people home everywhere ... every time."(TM) United Technologies Corp., based in Hartford, Conn., provides a broad range of high-technology products and support services to the aerospace and building systems industries.

This press release contains forward-looking statements concerning future business opportunities. Actual results may differ materially from those projected as a result of certain risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to changes in government procurement priorities and practices or in the number of aircraft to be built; challenges in the design, development, production and support of advanced technologies; as well as other risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to those detailed from time to time in United Technologies Corporation's Securities and Exchange Commission filings.

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CONTACT: Paul Jackson, +1-203-386-7143, Paul.Jackson@Sikorsky.com, or
Marianne Heffernan, +1-203-386-4373, mheffernan@Sikorsky.com, both of Sikorsky
Aircraft Corp.

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

Astrata Announces Record Revenues and Gross Profit for the Year Ended February 29, 2008Revenues Up 280% and Gross Profit Up 154% Over the Prior Year Backlog at Approximately $110 million

COSTA MESA, Calif., June 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Astrata Group (BULLETIN BOARD: ATTG) today announced record revenue of $13.4 million for the fiscal year ended February 29, 2008, up $9.9 million, or 280+% over the prior year period. Gross profit for the same period was $4.0 million, up 154% from $1.6 million in the prior year. The Company announced a reduction in net loss, recording $9.5 million for the year ended February 29, 2008, down $5.5 million or 35% from the prior year. The Company also reported a record backlog of approximately $110 million as of February 29, 2008.

Martin Euler Astrata's CEO said, "We believe that today's announcement of record revenues, substantial backlog, and greatly reduced losses indicates the strength and viability of our long term strategic growth plan. We are enjoying a high rate of new and repeat orders for our products, and an increasing need for our technology. We will continue our growth plan, both organically and through acquisitions."

Euler added: "We have recently brought to market our new GLP100 -- A compact, state of the art GPS tracking device specifically developed to meet the rigorous demands of homeland security applications. A primary feature of the GLP100 is its small and lightweight form, making it easy to conceal. It boasts real-time monitoring, secure communications and expandability to other sensors, effectors and data devices.

Euler concluded: "Our Telematics products continue to be in demand for fleet management and vehicle real-time tracking for private enterprises and homeland security applications. Our sophisticated security and communications systems give companies and governments an effective and proven means of protecting their resources. We, therefore, think that we are targeting the right markets, with the right technology, at the right time."

About Astrata Group, Inc.

Astrata Group, Inc., (BULLETIN BOARD: ATTG) is headquartered in Costa Mesa, California. The Company is focused on advanced location-based IT services and solutions (telematics) that combine GPS positioning, wireless communications (satellite or terrestrial) and geographical information technology, which together enable businesses and institutions to monitor, trace as well as control the movement and status of machinery, vehicles, personnel or other assets. Astrata has designed, developed, manufactured and currently supports ten generations of telematics systems with units deployed worldwide.

Astrata has offices throughout the world including the United States, Europe the Middle East and Asia. For further information please visit http://www.astratagroup.com/.

Certain statements in this press release that are not historical facts are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements may be identified by the use of words such as "anticipate, "believe," "expect," "future," "may," "will," "would," "should," "plan," "projected," "intend," and similar expressions. Such forward-looking statements, involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of Astrata Group Incorporated (the "Company") to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. The Company's future operating results are dependent upon many factors, including but not limited to: (i) the Company's ability to obtain sufficient capital or a strategic business arrangement to fund its current operational or expansion plans; (ii) the Company's ability to build and maintain the management and human resources and infrastructure necessary to support the anticipated growth of its business; (iii) competitive factors and developments beyond the Company's control; and (iv) other risk factors discussed in the Company's periodic filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, which are available for review at http://www.sec.gov/ under "Search for Company Filings."

IR/PR/Media Contacts: Financial/Business Advisors: Richard Nelson (in-house) Todd M. DeMatteo Astrata Group Inc. DOMINICK AND DOMINICK LLC rnelson@astratagroup.com tdematteo@dominickanddominick.com Tel: +44 (0)7795 422211 Tel: 212-558-8809 Gerald Amato (IR) Booke & Co. gamato@bookeandco.com Tel: 212-490-9095

Astrata Group, Inc.

CONTACT: IR/PR/Media Contacts: Richard Nelson (in-house) of Astrata
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Advisors: Todd M. DeMatteo of DOMINICK AND DOMINICK LLC, +1-212-558-8809,
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Tumbleweed's MailGate and Secure Messenger Earn Perfect Five-Star Ratings in SC Magazine Group Test ReviewsMailGate receives coveted 'Recommended' rating by SC Magazine's staff

REDWOOD CITY, Calif., June 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Tumbleweed(R) Communications Corp. , an industry leader in managed file transfer and email security, today announced that its Secure Messenger(TM) product received a 5-star rating in SC Magazine's Email Security Group test, and its MailGate(R) product received a "Recommended" rating in addition to its 5-star rating in SC Magazine's Email Content Management Group Test.

SC Magazine competitively tested various products in both the Email Security and Email Content Management Group Test for the June 2008 issue evaluating the products in six categories: features, ease of use, performance, documentation, support, and value for its money. Both MailGate and Secure Messenger products earned five out of five stars in each of the categories.

SC Magazine reviewers tested Tumbleweed's MailGate product, a comprehensive, high-performance email security solution in the Email Content Management Group Test, and found the appliance offers "solid email protection and management in one device," as well as "a solid content filter protecting from accidental data leakage." MailGate is also honored with the June "Recommended" rating by the SC Magazine review staff for being "quick out of the gate," and as a product that is "well worth your attention."

In addition, Tumbleweed's Secure Messenger, a policy-based, secure message delivery product, also achieved a 5-star rating in the Email Security Group Test. Secure Messenger's "powerful content and identity filtering capabilities and a multitude of standards-based encryption options will help support most organizations' administrative and policy needs," according to the article. SC Magazine specifically recognizes Tumbleweed's support portal site as "top notch," and also "represents a fantastic value given the feature set."

"The SC Magazine product reviews are consistent with what our customers have already been saying about our email security products -- time and again, they tell us that MailGate and Secure Messenger are exceptional products," said Jim Scullion, chief executive officer at Tumbleweed. "Our products help organizations conquer and move beyond traditional inbound protection, providing comprehensive content management capabilities that protect business-critical communications and prevent data loss. We are setting a new bar for email security."

Tumbleweed's email security products have been consistently recognized for excellence and performance. In November, Tumbleweed was positioned in the Leaders Quadrant of the Gartner "Magic Quadrant for Email Encryption, 2007."(1) According to the analyst firm, "leaders" are vendors who are performing well today, have a clear vision of the market direction, and are actively building competencies to sustain their leadership position in the market. The report stated, "One growth trend in the e-mail encryption market has been through data loss prevention (DLP) projects. Companies that invested in DLP initially monitored traffic for policy violations or to understand how their businesses used sensitive data. However, as soon as companies turn to an enforcement mode, e-mail encryption becomes an important mechanism for allowing the transmit of sensitive data."

SC Magazine's Email Content Management Group Test with Tumbleweed's MailGate appears here: http://www.scmagazineus.com/Tumbleweed-Communications-MailGate/Review/2419/

SC Magazine's Email Security Group Test with Tumbleweed's Secure Messenger appears here: http://www.scmagazineus.com/Tumbleweed-Secure-Messenger-63/Review/2403/

(1) Gartner, Inc. "Magic Quadrant for E-Mail Encryption, 2007" by Eric Ouellet and Arabella Hallawell, November 8, 2007

SAFE HARBOR STATEMENT

Tumbleweed cautions that forward-looking statements contained in this press release are based on plans and expectations as of the date of the press release, and that a number of factors could cause the actual results to differ materially from the guidance given at this time. These factors are described in the Safe Harbor statement below.

Except for the historical information contained herein, the matters discussed in this press release may constitute forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected, particularly with respect to the functionality of Tumbleweed's Secure Messenger and MailGate products. In some cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "may," "will," "should," "potential," "continue," "expects," "anticipates," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates," and similar expressions. For further cautions about the risks of investing in Tumbleweed, we refer you to the documents Tumbleweed files from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission, particularly Tumbleweed's Form 10-K filed March 17, 2008 and Tumbleweed's Form 10-Q filed May 12, 2008.

Tumbleweed assumes no obligation to update information contained in this press release. Although this release may remain available on Tumbleweed's website or elsewhere, its continued availability does not indicate that Tumbleweed is reaffirming or confirming any of the information contained herein.

About Tumbleweed

Tumbleweed Communications Corp. , an industry leader in managed file transfer, email security and identity validation, provides enterprise-class solutions to organizations of all sizes. Tumbleweed's innovative products enable organizations to effectively manage and protect business-critical Internet communications, with capabilities that span secure file transfer, encryption, data loss prevention, and email security. Tumbleweed has more than 3,200 customers worldwide, including blue-chip companies across an array of industries such as Technology, Retail, Finance, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Consumer Packaged Goods, Telecom, Energy, and the U.S. Government. The world's most security conscious organizations rely upon Tumbleweed technology including Bank of America Securities, JP Morgan Chase & Co., the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, and the U.S. Department of Defense. Our award-winning products build on 15 years of R&D and 29 security patents in the U.S. alone -- many of which are licensed by other security vendors. More information can be found at http://www.tumbleweed.com/.

Tumbleweed, Secure Messenger and MailGate are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Tumbleweed Communications Corp. in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

About the Magic Quadrant

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

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Tumbleweed Communications Corp.

CONTACT: Dan Gould of SHIFT Communications, +1-415-591-8428,
dgould@shiftcomm.com, for Tumbleweed

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

UTC Couples Its $4.7 Million Local Contribution With Employee Volunteers

HARTFORD, Conn., June 11 /PRNewswire/ -- United Technologies Corp will complement the company's $4.7 million Connecticut grant program with human capital: UTC employees. With total shareholder return over the past decade at 388 percent, UTC is loaning some of the skills behind its success to community non-profit organizations. Under UTC's new program, "Building Community Excellence," the company will match UTC employee expertise with the needs of non-profit organizations in Greater Hartford.

Company employees will work with non-profits on projects to increase the non-profits' efficiencies and performance in fields as diverse as public education, the arts, and development.

"We think we are in an excellent position to share some of our expertise with community organizations. Whether it is using technology in the most efficient manner, seeking to reduce water or electricity use, or streamlining processes to gain time, our employees can help community organizations be the best they can possibly be and sustain improving performance," said Andrea Doane, UTC Director Corporate Giving & Community Affairs.

UTC based the new program on its own operating system, Achieving Competitive Excellence (ACE). ACE helps identify customer needs and significantly improve processes while eliminating waste.

"Building Community Excellence" will begin in Hartford, where UTC is headquartered. Launch projects include finance and strategic planning assistance as well as an energy audit for the Mark Twain House to allow the organization to stabilize operations; an energy audit for Hartford Stage to evaluate and contain energy costs; information technology improvements at Connecticut Public Television to enhance customer relations; and affordable green housing for the South Arsenal Neighborhood Development in Hartford's North End. United Technologies Research Center designed the homes to be "zero-net energy buildings," consuming no more energy than they produce.

Other pilot organizations will be The Connecticut Science Center, the Greater Hartford Marathon, and the Hartford Symphony Orchestra. UTC currently supports all of these non-profit organizations.

United Technologies, based in Hartford, Conn., USA, is a diversified company providing high technology products and services to the global aerospace and building industries. In 2007, UTC was named, for the 4th consecutive year, one of the Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.

Contact: Kate Robins (860) 728-7980

United Technologies Corp.

CONTACT: Kate Robins of United Technologies Corp., +1-860-728-7980

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

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ATK Propulsion, Composite and Space Technologies Support Successful Launch of GLAST SatelliteATK Provides Critical Services and Subsystems for GLAST satellite

MINNEAPOLIS, June 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Alliant Techsystems propulsion and composite technologies supported the successful launch of the United Launch Alliance's Delta II Heavy rocket carrying NASA's GLAST (Gamma-ray Large Space Telescope) spacecraft with a mission to explore the most extreme environments in the Universe.

Nine GEM-46 solid propulsion strap-on boosters manufactured in ATK's Salt Lake City, Utah facility provided augmented thrust for the launch. ATK's Clearfield, Utah facility produced the composite cases for the GEM-46 boosters using an automated filament winding process developed and refined through its 40-year-heritage in composite manufacturing.

Six of the boosters ignited at lift-off with the first-stage main engine and provided over 850,000 pound maximum thrust for the launch vehicle. Just over one minute later, the remaining three boosters ignited to provide an additional 450,000 pound maximum thrust. The spent motors were jettisoned from the rocket as it continued its ascent.

ATK provided a variety of services to support the GLAST satellite. At Goddard Space Flight Center, ATK provided engineering support and lead areas of Thermal, Observatory Mechanical, Instrument System and Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer. ATK met a major challenge on the GLAST program by delivering 1,860 Crystal Detector Element (CDE) assemblies for the Naval Research Laboratory's (NRL) Large Angle Telescope (LAT) Calorimeter at 50% of estimated cost. Additionally, ATK also provided program management, mechanical design, system engineering, quality assurance, contamination control, and integration and testing support.

In addition to services, ATK provided the design, analysis and fabrication of the Tracker Tower Trays as well as the propellant tank and propellant management device.

ATK is a premier aerospace and defense company with more than 17,000 employees in 21 states and $4.5 billion in revenue. News and information can be found on the Internet at http://www.atk.com/.

Media Contact: Investor Contact: George Torres Steve Wold Phone: 801-699-2637 Phone: 952-351-3056 E-mail: george.torres@atk.com E-mail: steve.wold@atk.com

ATK

CONTACT: Media, George Torres, +1-801-699-2637, george.torres@atk.com,
or Investors, Steve Wold, +1-952-351-3056, steve.wold@atk.com, both of ATK

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

NASA's General Dynamics-Built GLAST Satellite Launched Today

GILBERT, Ariz., June 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The Gamma-ray Large Area Space Telescope (GLAST) observatory, designed and built by General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems, was successfully launched today from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Fla. GLAST is a next-generation high-energy gamma-ray satellite designed to make observations of celestial gamma-ray sources. The mission is an astrophysics and particle physics partnership, developed in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Energy, along with important contributions from academic institutions and partners in France, Germany, Italy, Japan and Sweden.

As system integrator for the GLAST observatory, General Dynamics has been responsible for the design and manufacture of the spacecraft bus, integration of the government furnished instruments, full system testing and will conduct on-orbit checkout. Assembly of the spacecraft and payload integration took place at the General Dynamics space systems factory in Gilbert, Ariz. GLAST was launched onboard a United Launch Alliance Delta II 7920-H rocket. The NASA Launch Services Program at Kennedy Space Center was responsible for the countdown and launch management of the Delta II GLAST mission.

"GLAST represents another close collaboration between NASA and General Dynamics and continues our contribution to ground-breaking astrophysics," said Dave Shingledecker, vice president and general manager of integrated space systems, General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems. "We are very excited for NASA and its partners about the science that will be learned from GLAST and look forward to working with them on future missions."

GLAST will explore the most extreme environments in the universe, where nature harnesses energies far beyond anything possible on Earth. It will search for signs of new laws of physics, explain how black holes accelerate immense jets of material to nearly light speed and help scientists identify the origins of the powerful deep-space explosions known as gamma-ray bursts.

General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics , designs, develops, manufactures, integrates, operates and maintains mission systems for defense, space, intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, homeland security and homeland defense customers. Headquartered in Fairfax, Va., the company specializes in ground systems; imagery processing; mission payloads; space vehicles; maritime subsurface, surface and airborne mission systems; and tasking, collection, processing, exploitation and dissemination programs for national intelligence. More information is available on the Internet at http://www.gd-ais.com/.

General Dynamics, headquartered in Falls Church, Va., employs approximately 84,000 people worldwide and reported 2007 revenues of $27.2 billion. The company is a market leader in business aviation; land and expeditionary combat systems, armaments and munitions; shipbuilding and marine systems; and information systems and technologies. More information about the company is available on the Internet at http://www.generaldynamics.com/.

General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems

CONTACT: Mike Greenwood of General Dynamics Advanced Information
Systems, +1-480-284-0782, or Fax, +1-480-892-2949,
Michael.Greenwood@gd-ais.com

Web site: http://www.gd-ais.com/
http://www.generaldynamics.com/

Extreme Networks to Demonstrate Dramatic Carrier Ethernet Network Utilization ImprovementsLive Provider Backbone Transport (PBT) to Multi Protocol Label Switching (MPLS) Service Inter-working Demo at NXTcomm Booth # SL 6812

SANTA CLARA, Calif., June 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Extreme Networks today announced a live demonstration of the network utilization improvements offered with a new PBT to MPLS inter-working capability at the NXTcomm08 tradeshow in Las Vegas, NV, June 17-19, 2008. In addition to the service inter-working capabilities of the BlackDiamond(R) 12K, the demo showcases automated service creation using Soapstone's PNC control plane and highlights the fast failover capabilities of the PBT solution.

"This demonstration is another proof point of Extreme Networks commitment to carrier Ethernet and PBT solutions," said Peter Lunk, director of service provider marketing for Extreme Networks. "PBT plays an important role for network operators looking to differentiate their carrier Ethernet service offerings, and the PBT to MPLS service inter-working allows them far better utilization of their existing core network."

For more information on Extreme Networks' carrier grade Ethernet solutions, please, visit: http://www.multidimensionalethernet.com/

Extreme Networks, Inc.

Extreme Networks designs, builds, and installs Ethernet infrastructure solutions that help solve the toughest business communications challenges. The company's commitment to open networking sets us apart from the alternatives by delivering meaningful insight and unprecedented control to applications and services. Extreme Networks believes that openness is the best foundation for growth, freedom, flexibility and choice. The company's focus on enterprises and service providers who demand high performance, converged networks that support voice, video and data over a wired and wireless infrastructure.

Except for the historical information contained herein, the matters set forth in this press release, including without limitation the performance, and interoperability of the BlackDiamond 12802R and 12804R are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the "safe harbor" provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date. Because such statements deal with future events, they are subject to risks and uncertainties, including network design, actual product performance, and use of the products in different environments and configurations. We undertake no obligation to update the forward-looking information in this release. Other important factors which could cause actual results to differ materially are contained in the Company's 10-Qs and 10-Ks which are on file with the Securities and Exchange Commission (http://www.sec.gov/).

Extreme Networks and BlackDiamond are registered trademark of Extreme Networks, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries.

Extreme Networks, Inc.

CONTACT: Greg Cross of Extreme Networks, Inc. Public Relations,
+1-408-579-3483, gcross@extremenetworks.com

Web site: http://www.extremenetworks.com/
http://www.multidimensionalethernet.com/

Les portables gagnent en flexibilité grâce à la solution ultra-compacte à quatre sorties et à puce unique de Micrel

SAN JOSÃ‰, Californie, June 11 /PRNewswire/ --

- MIC2811/21 associe un convertisseur CC/CC à trois régulateurs à faible tension de relâchement (LDO) pour des puces et des microcontrôleurs multimédias de systèmes à base de FPGA à faible tension

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 le MIC2811/21, un CI de gestion d'alimentation flexible de haute efficacité (PMIC) qui fournit quatre tensions de sortie dans un minuscule boîtier MLF(R) 3 mm x 3 mm à 16 broches. Ce dispositif de sortie quadruple est idéal pour fournir les tensions nécessaires au noyau d'un système, aux entrée/sortie, aux alimentations de mémoires auxiliaires et externes tels que des SDRAM, des flash NAND et des Secure Digital (SDIO) que l'on trouve aujourd'hui sur les appareils portables. Le MIC2811/21 est actuellement disponible en gros au prix de base de 1,46 USD pour 1 000 unités. Il est désormais possible de commander des échantillons via le site Web de Micrel à l'adresse : http://www.micrel.com/ProductList.do.

<< Les MIC2811 et MIC2821 offrent la flexibilité maximale nécessaire pour alimenter des appareils portables utilisant des puces multimédias, des processeurs de signaux numériques (DSP) ou des FPGA, oÃ¹ la durée de vie de la batterie est d'une importance cruciale >>, a fait remarquer Andy Khayat, directeur commercial des produits portables à Micrel. << En proposant quatre rails de tension de sortie dans un simple boîtier MLF(R) 3 mm x 3 mm avec trois alimentations d'entrée indépendantes, les MIC2811 et MIC2821 permettent aux concepteurs d'optimiser la taille, l'efficacité et la configurabilité. >>

L'efficacité opérationnelle du MIC2811/21 peut Ãªtre considérablement augmentée en alimentant deux des régulateurs LDO à partir de sources à basse tension telle que la sortie du convertisseur CC/CC. Les LDO 1 et 2 fonctionnent à partir d'alimentations d'entrée indépendantes jusqu'à 1,65 V. Cela réduit la perte de tension de l'entrée vers des tensions de sortie populaires telles que 1,0 V ou 1,2 V pour accroître l'efficacité. Le convertisseur CC/CC et le LDO restant partagent la mÃªme alimentation d'entrée avec une plage d'entrée et de 2,7 à 5,5 V. La fréquence de commutation fixe de 2 MHz du convertisseur CC/CC permet un filtrage de bruit simple dans des applications sensibles aux radiofréquences. Le courant nominal de sortie du CC/CC est de 600 mA tandis que les trois LDO supportent chacun jusqu'à 300 mA. Les quatre régulateurs ont une précision de sortie de +/- 3 % sur une plage de température de jonction de fonctionnement de -40 à 125 degrés C.

Le MIC2811 gère un condensateur de découplage optionnel afin d'optimiser les performances de bruit et de rapport de réjection d'alimentation des LDO1 et LDO2 pour les applications sensibles au bruit. Le MIC2821 propose des activations indépendantes pour les quatre sorties afin de gérer le séquençage et le contrôle avancés pour l'optimisation de l'état de l'alimentation du système.

Ã€ propos de Micrel, Inc.

Micrel Inc., est un constructeur mondial de premier plan de solutions à base de circuits intégrés pour les marchés internationaux d'Ethernet et des bandes passantes larges analogiques. Les produits de l'entreprise comprennent des semi-conducteurs de puissance évolués à signaux mixtes et analogiques, des circuits intégrés pour les communications à hautes performances, la gestion d'horloges, les commutateurs Ethernet et les émetteurs-récepteurs à couche physique. Les clients de l'entreprise comprennent des fabricants de premier plan de produits pour les entreprises, les clients, l'industrie, les téléphones mobiles, les télécommunications, l'automobile et l'informatique. Le siège social de l'entreprise et les installations haut de gamme de fabrication de tranches se trouvent à San José, en Californie ; la société compte également des bureaux régionaux de vente et de support et des centres de conception technologique avancée répartis dans les Amériques, en Europe et en Asie. De plus, l'entreprise possède un réseau étendu de distributeurs et de représentants dans le monde entier. Web : http://www.micrel.com.

Remarque : MLF est une marque déposée d'Amkor Technology.

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

Micrel, Inc.

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

Ark Asset Management Co., Inc. opte pour la solution FAH Eagle ACCESS

BOSTON, June 11 /PRNewswire/ --

Eagle Investment Systems LLC, un important prestataire de technologies de services financiers et filiale de The Bank of New York Mellon, a annoncé aujourd'hui qu'Ark Asset Management Co., Inc. (Ark), une importante société de gestion de portefeuille du marché institutionnel, procédera à la transition de l'installation de la suite de gestion d'investissement d'Eagle, actuellement gérée dans ses locaux, vers le fournisseur d'applications hébergées Eagle ACCESS.

En 2003, Ark avait mis en oeuvre les solutions de gestion de données, de comptabilité et de performances d'Eagle pour tirer profit des fonctionnalités , de la flexibilité et de la modularité avancées qu'elles proposent. Depuis lors, Ark a progressivement déplacé ses stratégies technologiques d'une prise en charge interne des systèmes de suivi de marché et de gestion vers un modèle d'externalisation totale. La migration vers Eagle ACCESS sera la dernière étape de ce processus. Une fois terminée, elle permettra à l'entreprise de se concentrer sur la croissance de son activité de gestion des actifs, sur l'amélioration de son infrastructure informatique et sur la réduction du nombre de ressources engagées.

<< Il y a quelques années, lorsque nous avons initié notre relation avec Eagle, notre but premier était de faire l'acquisition d'un système de gestion de données, de performance et de comptabilité des investissements qui offrirait flexibilité, facilité d'utilisation et modularité, et les solutions d'Eagle ont assurément répondu à ce besoin >>, a déclaré Gillian Plastaras, directeur général de Ark Asset Management Co., Inc. << Ã€ mesure de l'évolution de notre société, nous avons déplacé notre objectif vers l'utilisation des solutions solides d'Eagle pour notre profit maximal, sans les coÃ»ts ni le besoin de ressources supplémentaires dédiées à la gestion et à la maintenance d'une plate-forme interne. >>

Depuis 2004, Ark a externalisé toutes ses activités informatiques, de suivi de marché et de gestion à iX Partners, y compris les besoins en personnel technologique, en gestion des fournisseurs et en fourniture de services d'Ark. iX Partners continuera à gérer le reste de la technologie interne et sera l'interface directe avec Eagle ACCESS pour Ark.

<< Depuis quelques années maintenant, Ark utilise des solutions hébergées et externalisées pour ses activités informatiques et ses opérations d'investissement >>, a déclaré Paul Cucurullo, directeur associé d'iX Partners. << Il s'agit de la prochaine étape d'Ark vers un déplacement de tous les systèmes hors site afin de permettre à ses dirigeants de se concentrer sur les compétences de base de l'entreprise. En tant que partenaire stratégique d'Ark, nous utiliserons notre expertise concernant Eagle et les opérations de gestion de portefeuille pour tirer profit des capacités exceptionnelles d'Eagle ACCESS et poursuivre dans notre rôle stratégique et tactique avec Ark. >>

<< Dans la situation économique actuelle, nous avons remarqué une tendance suivie par de nombreuses entreprises qui, comme Ark, souhaitent se concentrer sur des besoins d'entreprise de base et permettre à des prestataires de services de gérer les mises à jour programmées, les reprises sur sinistre et d'autres besoins technologiques >>, déclare John Lehner, président d'Eagle. << En confiant ses besoins au modèle Eagle ACCESS, Ark sera en mesure de réduire ses charges indirectes d'infrastructure et de réattribuer ces ressources à l'expansion de ses investisseurs d'entreprise et d'entretien. >>

Ã€ propos d'Ark Asset Management Co., Inc.

Ark Asset Management Co., Inc. (<< Ark >>) gère des actifs américains et des valeurs américaines à revenu fixe pour des clients institutionnels, y compris des relations de sous-consultation pour des organes communs. L'entreprise possède une vaste expérience en gestion de portefeuille sur tous les types d'environnement de marché et se consacre à la fourniture de services de gestion et d'investissement de qualité à ses clients. Ark propose six stratégies d'investissement principales ; chacune observe un processus d'investissement établi et est alignée sur un index particulier. Ark est un conseiller en investissement indépendant et détenu par les employés. Pour de plus amples informations sur Ark, contactez Lynda Leslie, directrice du service clientèle à lleslie@the-ark.com.

Ã€ propos d'iX Partners, Ltd.

iX Partners est un important prestataire de services et de solutions de suivi de marché et de gestion pour la gestion d'actifs internationaux et les communautés de services financiers. Il est dirigé par des professionnels du secteur ayant plusieurs décennies d'expérience dans la gestion des opérations d'investissement et des fonctions technologiques de sociétés de gestion des actifs et financières. Grâce à sa prise en charge des zones de services critiques, l'équipe iX a développé des connaissances approfondies du traitement, de la gestion et des rapports de transactions et de positions, ce qui constitue la pierre angulaire de l'aide à la décision pour des investissements efficaces. Les clients d'iX Partners comprennent d'importants gestionnaires d'actifs, des banques d'investissement, des agences de notation et des prestataires d'informations financières auxquels nous avons fourni des solutions à grande et à petite échelle. Accédez au site Web d'iX Partners, à l'adresse www.ixpartners.com, pour de plus amples informations.

Ã€ propos d'Eagle Investment Systems

Eagle Investment Systems LLC est un prestataire international de technologies de services financiers pour les plus importantes institutions financières dans le monde. Les systèmes Web d'Eagle répondent aux exigences complexes des sociétés de toutes tailles, notamment les entreprises de gestion de placements institutionnels, les fonds communs de placement, les fonds de couverture, les courtiers, les fonds publics, les promoteurs de plans et les compagnies d'assurances. Eagle se consacre à la fourniture de technologies d'avant-garde adaptées à l'entreprise et de services professionnels intégrés en matière de comptabilité des investissements, de gestion de données, de mesure du rendement et de diffusion de l'information. La gamme de produits d'Eagle est offerte sous forme d'application installée ou par l'entremise d'Eagle ACCESS, son fournisseur de services applicatifs. Pour en savoir plus sur les solutions d'Eagle, veuillez contacter sales@eagleinvsys.com ou consulter le site www.eagleinvsys.com.

Ã€ propos de The Bank of New York Mellon

The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation (NYSE : BK) est une société internationale de services financiers qui se consacre à aider sa clientèle à gérer et à transiger ses actifs financiers. Elle est présente dans 34 pays et sur plus de 100 marchés. La société est un chef de file en matière de prestation de services financiers aux institutions, aux entreprises et aux particuliers à haute valeur nette. Elle fournit des services de premier choix de gestion d'actifs et de gestion de patrimoine, de traitement d'actifs, des services émetteurs, des services de compensation ainsi que des services de trésorerie grâce à une équipe internationale axée sur la clientèle. Elle compte plus de 23 billions USD d'actifs sous garde et sous administration, plus de 1,1 billion USD d'actifs sous gestion, et traite 12 billions USD en dette active. De plus amples informations sont disponibles sur le site bnymellon.com.

BNY Mellon Asset Servicing offre à ses clients du monde entier une vaste gamme de moyens de gestion d'actifs spécialisés, y compris des services de dépositaire et de fonds, des prÃªts de titres et des services de performance, d'analyse et de traitement. BNY Mellon Asset Servicing fournit ses services par le biais de The Bank of New York, Mellon Bank, N.A. et d'autres sociétés connexes.

Site Web : http://www.eagleinvsys.com http://www.ixpartners.com http://www.bnymellon.com

Eagle Investment Systems LLC

Kendra Ahern d'Eagle Investment Systems LLC, +1-617-219-0209, kahern@eagleinvsys.com

La solution FAH Eagle ACCESS disponible pour le système d'exploitation Solaris 10 de Sun

BOSTON, June 11 /PRNewswire/ --

Eagle Investment Systems LLC, un important prestataire de technologies de services financiers et filiale de The Bank of New York Mellon, a annoncé aujourd'hui qu'Eagle ACCESS, son fournisseur d'applications hébergées, est désormais disponible pour le système d'exploitation Solaris(TM) 10 de Sun Microsystems.

Grâce à sa disponibilité sous le système d'exploitation Solaris 10, Eagle est dorénavant mieux à mÃªme de fournir de solides solutions hébergées avec un haut niveau de performance et de disponibilité pour les clients. Eagle ACCESS tire pleinement profit du système d'exploitation Solaris 10 afin de prendre en charge ses clients Eagle ACCESS et de leur offrir des coÃ»ts opérationnels inférieurs grâce aux nombreux outils d'administration disponibles. Le système autorise une approche rationalisée de la gestion de plusieurs serveurs dans une organisation grâce à la structure d'exploitation moderne et efficace du système d'exploitation Solaris 10.

<< Eagle se consacre à une recherche et un développement importants de nos produits et de nos solutions, mais nous nous consacrons aussi à la compatibilité de nos produits avec les principales solutions qui gèrent à la fois nos solutions hébergées et celles qui sont installées >>, a déclaré Marc Firenze, directeur du développement chez Eagle. << Nos clients sont sophistiqués et exigent des solutions de premier plan pour les aider à atteindre des performances de haut niveau ; ils veulent également disposer de la disponibilité nécessaire pour faire fonctionner avec succès leurs solutions de gestion d'investissement. >>

<< Les sociétés de technologie financière doivent constamment fournir à leurs clients des propositions de services améliorés avec de hautes performances, une grande disponibilité et une bonne modularité >>, a affirmé Juan Carlos Soto, vice-président du développement du marché international et de l'ingénierie chez Sun Microsystems. << En déployant ses solutions FAH sous Solaris, Eagle Investment Systems est le mieux placé pour satisfaire les besoins des clients, aujourd'hui et à l'avenir. >>

Ã€ propos d'Eagle Investment Systems

Ã€ propos de BNY Mellon Asset Servicing

BNY Mellon Asset Servicing offre à ses clients du monde entier une vaste gamme d'outils de gestion d'actifs spécialisés, y compris des services de dépositaire et de fonds, des prÃªts de titres et des services de performance, d'analyse et de traitement. BNY Mellon Asset Servicing fournit ses services par le biais de The Bank of New York, Mellon Bank, N.A. et d'autres sociétés connexes.

Ã€ propos de The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation

Sun, Sun Microsystems et Solaris sont des marques commerciales ou des marques déposées de Sun Microsystems, Inc. aux Ã‰tats-Unis et dans d'autres pays.

Site Web : http://www.eagleinvsys.com http://www.bnymellon.com

Eagle Investment Systems LLC

Kendra Ahern d'Eagle Investment Systems LLC, au +1-617-219-0209, kahern@eagleinvsys.com

Optical Cable Corporation Schedules Conference Call to Discuss Second Quarter 2008 Results

ROANOKE, Va., June 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Optical Cable Corporation , today announced that it will release its second quarter of fiscal year 2008 results later today. The second quarter results are for the three-month and six-month period ended April 30, 2008. In conjunction with its release, the Company will host a conference call on Thursday, June 12, 2008 at 11:30 a.m. Eastern Time.

Individuals wishing to participate in the conference call should call (888) 868-9083. For interested individuals unable to join the call, a replay will be available through June 19, 2008 by dialing (800) 642-1687, pass code 51693882. The call will also be broadcast live over the Internet and can be accessed by visiting the investor relations section of the Company's website at http://www.occfiber.com/.

As in the past, Optical Cable Corporation will answer questions from analysts and fund investors during the conference call. Optical Cable Corporation also invites individual investors to submit questions in advance of the conference call. Questions should be submitted in writing to jwert@joelefrank.com by 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time on Thursday, June 12, 2008.

Company Information

Optical Cable Corporation is a leading manufacturer of fiber optic cables primarily sold into the enterprise market, and the premier manufacturer of military ground tactical fiber optic cable for the U.S. military. Founded in 1983, Optical Cable Corporation pioneered the design and production of fiber optic cables for the most demanding military field applications, as well as fiber optic cables suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. The Company's current broad product offering is built on the evolution of these fundamental technologies, and is designed to provide end-users with fiber optic cables that are easy and economical to install, provide a high degree of reliability and offer outstanding performance characteristics. Optical Cable Corporation sells its products worldwide for uses ranging from commercial and campus installations to customized products for specialty applications and harsh environments, including military applications. The Company manufactures its high quality fiber optic cables at its ISO 9001:2000 registered and MIL-STD-790F certified facility located in Roanoke, Virginia.

Further information about Optical Cable Corporation is available on the World Wide Web at http://www.occfiber.com/.

AT THE COMPANY: Neil Wilkin Tracy Smith President & CEO Vice President & CFO (540) 265-0690 (540) 265-0690 investorrelations@occfiber.com investorrelations@occfiber.com AT JOELE FRANK, WILKINSON BRIMMER KATCHER: Andrew Siegel Jaime Wert (212) 355-4449 ext. 127 (212) 355-4449 ext. 173 asiegel@joelefrank.com jwert@joelefrank.com

Optical Cable Corporation

CONTACT: Neil Wilkin, President & CEO, or Tracy Smith, Vice President &
CFO, both of Optical Cable Corporation, +1-540-265-0690,
investorrelations@occfiber.com; or Andrew Siegel, +1-212-355-4449 Ext. 127,
asiegel@joelefrank.com, or Jaime Wert, +1-212-355-4449 Ext. 173,
jwert@joelefrank.com, both of Joele Frank, Wilkinson Brimmer Katcher, for
Optical Cable Corporation

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

21,000 Square Miles of 3G Network for Southern Californians On-the-GoYour personal 'fast lane' - Verizon Wireless expands 3G BroadbandAccess to more than 5,000 square miles in Riverside County

IRVINE, Calif., June 11 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon Wireless has widened its 3G "fast lane" in Riverside County. The company's BroadbandAccess network now delivers mile after mile of high-speed performance for customers surfing the Internet, e-mailing large files and downloading songs or videos over-the-air, using 3G-capable phones and PC cards.

The expansion covers a wide area: -- Southwest county -- throughout the communities around Lake Riverside and the Cahuilla Indian Reservation and east toward Anza and north to Thomas Mountain -- Central county -- southeast of the Salton Sea State Recreation Area from Desert Beach and north to Desert Camp, including portions of the Salton Sea; south of Joshua Tree National Park near Cactus City and east toward Chiriaco Summit, Hayfield and Desert Center; and north from Desert Center to Lake Tamarisk Golf Club and Eagle Mountain -- East county -- southeast of Midland to the Colorado River Indian Reservation and south to Blythe, the Blythe Airport and Ripley

BroadbandAccess offers computer users the nation's most reliable high-speed wireless mobile broadband network, operating at average upload speeds between 500 and 800 kilobits per second, and download speeds between 600 kbps and 1.4 megabits per second over Verizon Wireless' Evolution-Data Optimized (EV-DO) Revision A (Rev. A) network. This means customers with Rev. A-compatible devices can download a 1 Megabyte e-mail attachment -- the equivalent of a small PowerPoint(R) presentation or a large PDF file -- in about eight seconds and upload the same-sized file in less than 13 seconds. Today, the company's nationwide wireless broadband network has been enhanced to Rev. A technology.

The recent expansion adds to Verizon Wireless' $4.6 billion dollar investment in California since 2000. Nationwide the company has invested more than $45 billion since it was formed -- $5.5 billion on average every year -- to increase the coverage and capacity of its national wireless network and to add services like BroadbandAccess, V CAST, VZ Navigator(SM), and many more. V CAST brings video clips of TV shows, music on demand and other multimedia services to wireless phones.

Previously, BroadbandAccess coverage in Riverside County included: -- From Norco east to Riverside, Moreno Valley, Beaumont and Banning -- From Corona southeast to Perris, Lake Elsinore, San Jacinto, Hemet and Temecula -- From Cabazon east to Desert Hot Springs and southeast to Palm Springs, Rancho Mirage, La Quinta and the communities around the northwest portion of the Salton Sea

Other examples of company leadership include being first to offer nationwide plans with unlimited calling and the only provider to offer a 30-day network Test Drive pledge that pays for calls if a customer isn't satisfied and switches to another carrier.

Verizon Wireless' reputation as the nation's most reliable wireless network is supported by industry-leading redundancy and maintenance measures. This has proven particularly valuable during natural disasters and other emergencies across the country. Standard Verizon Wireless network-reliability features include battery back-up power at all facilities as well as generators installed at all switching facilities and many cell site locations.

For more information about the company's network coverage, Test Drive from Verizon Wireless or any of our products and services, visit a Verizon Wireless Communications Store, call 1-800-2 JOIN IN or go to http://www.verizonwireless.com/.

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's most reliable wireless voice and data network, serving 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: Ken Muche of Verizon Wireless, +1-949-286-8193,
Ken.Muche@verizonwireless.com

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

JPS Announces Sale of Stevens(R) Roofing and Geomembrane Business Unit

GREENVILLE, S.C., June 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- JPS Industries, Inc. (JPST.PK) announced today that it has reached an agreement to sell its Stevens(R) Roofing and Geomembrane business unit and related assets to Dow Building Solutions (DBS), a market-facing unit of The Dow Chemical Company. The transaction is expected to close within the next 30 days. Financial terms and conditions were not disclosed. The transaction does not involve the Company's other operating units, JPS Composite Materials Corp. and Stevens(R) Urethane.

JPS Industries, Inc. is a major U.S. manufacturer of extruded urethanes, polypropylenes and mechanically formed glass and aramid substrate materials for specialty applications in a wide expanse of markets requiring highly engineered components. JPS's products are used in a wide range of applications, including: printed electronic circuit boards; advanced composite materials; civilian and military aerospace components; filtration and insulation products; specialty commercial construction substrates; high performance glass laminates for security and transportation applications; photovoltaic solar modules; paint protection films; plasma display screens; commercial and institutional roofing; reservoir covers; medical, automotive and industrial components; and soft body armor for civilian and military applications. Headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina, the Company operates five manufacturing locations in Anderson and Slater, South Carolina; Statesville and Westfield, North Carolina; and Easthampton, Massachusetts.

CONTACT: Charles R. Tutterow

Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer 864/239-3915

JPS Industries, Inc.

CONTACT: Charles R. Tutterow, Executive Vice President and Chief
Financial Officer of JPS Industries, Inc., +1-864-239-3915

Motorola Honored by AT&T as Outstanding Supplier

HORSHAM, Pa., June 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Commitment to excellence over the past year has earned Motorola Inc. recognition as an outstanding supplier to affiliates to AT&T Inc. , one of the world's leading data, voice, wireless and Internet services providers.

"We are proud of our longstanding tradition and leadership position in providing unparalleled products and services to our worldwide customer base," said Tim Harden, president of AT&T's Supply Chain and Fleet Operations. "We're successful on that front in large part thanks to suppliers like Motorola that consistently stood out in providing AT&T with better products, services, or solutions."

Motorola received one of 27 supplier recognition awards for its work in helping AT&T deliver outstanding service to its customers during the past year. Motorola was recognized for its contribution in the area of Teamwork.

"We are delighted to be named amongst AT&T's 'best of the best' in Teamwork," said Dan Moloney, president of Motorola's Home and Networks Mobility business. "Working collaboratively with AT&T, we were able to quickly and successfully meet project demands. This award is a testament to the hard work of the Motorola team who went 'above and beyond' for AT&T."

As part of its annual supplier recognition program, AT&T took out a half-page ad in the June 11, 2008, edition of The Wall Street Journal to publicly thank the selected companies.

About Motorola

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

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New High-Tech Service Shields Homes from WildfiresGelTech Solutions Reaches Exclusive Long-Term Distribution Agreement with Fire-Pro USAFire-Pro to Distribute FireIce(R) to Fire Departments, Property Owners, and Insurance Companies

JUPITER, Fla., June 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- GelTech Solutions, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: GLTC) announced today that it entered into a long-term exclusive Distribution Agreement with Fire-Pro USA, a leading distributor of products to prevent fires, including wildfires, from destroying people and property. Fire-Pro was granted exclusive distribution rights for San Diego County, California and non-exclusive rights in other counties where exclusive rights have not been granted. To maintain exclusivity, Fire-Pro is required to meet annual sales requirements. GelTech has shipped its initial order to Fire- Pro and to another customer in California.

Homeowners now can protect their property from potentially devastating wildfires, thanks to two companies that combine high technology with firefighting experience. GelTech Solutions, Inc. has teamed with Fire-Pro USA to save residences from brushfires and natural infernos. This affordable new service is available initially in Southern California, just as Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger has warned of drought-related flammable conditions.

GelTech's new product, FireIce(R), is a revolutionary fire-suppression product -- a fine powder that simply mixes with water. This yields an environmentally friendly gel that quickly extinguishes fires and stops them from reigniting. When applied to houses and other buildings as flames approach, FireIce protects your property.

Fire-Pro USA's force of professionally trained firefighters stays ahead of advancing flames by treating customers' homes and property with FireIce(R).

"We don't try to extinguish fires; we make structures and vegetation fire-retardant," said Don Green, founder of San Diego-based Fire-Pro, himself a firefighter with 32 years of service. "Traditional fire departments wait for the fire, and then use water to fight flames. We pre-empt destruction by applying FireIce(R) gel to homes and surrounding property, so the flames, embers, and heat never ignite them."

Added Green, "We're excited to be the first company to offer FireIce(R) in Southern California, often plagued by catastrophic blazes. Having researched and tested other gels on the market, FireIce(R) is the most environmentally friendly, reliable, and effective retardant available."

Once fires have passed, homeowners and fire fighters can easily and safely wash off FireIce(R) with water.

"We are thrilled with our partnership with Fire-Pro," said Michael Cordani, Chairman and CEO of Jupiter, Florida-based GelTech Solutions. "Between their decades of hands-on firefighting and our FireIce(R), which stops flames cold, we all are eager to help property owners prevent fire damage, rather than just wait to confront fire."

http://www.geltechsolutions.com/ or http://www.fireicegel.com/. About GelTech:

GelTech Solutions' creates innovative, Earth-friendly, cost-effective products that help industry, agriculture, and the general public accomplish environmental and safety goals, such as water conservation and the protection of lives, homes, and property from fires and other dangers. GelTech's dedication to finding global answers to common problems touches its current products and its development pipeline of new and promising innovations.

GelTech markets and sells innovative proprietary products including: * FireIce(R), a patented powder that extinguishes fires, including wildfires; and * RootGel(TM), a solution to today's drought challenges. RootGel(TM) is a moisture-retentive soil conditioner that decreases the need for water. RootGel(TM) is ideal for golf courses, lawns, tree and sod farms, and nurseries. About Fire-Pro USA:

Fire-Pro USA is a private firefighting and fire-retardant-application company headquartered in San Diego, California. It uses state-of-the-art application procedures and technologies to preserve property from flames. Fire-Pro USA was founded in 2007 by veteran firefighter Don Green and Dave Wilterding, a local business owner and eyewitness to fire's destructive power. For more information, please visit http://www.fire-pro.org/ .

For more information on GelTech, FireIce(R), and GelTech's new service with Fire-Pro USA, please contact Tom Strenta at 800-924-4874, or visit GelTech at http://www.geltechsolutions.com/ or http://www.fireicegel.com/ .

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Give Dad all the Sports Programming He Wants this Father's Day, with the iO Sports PakCBS College Sports Network Will Launch the Week of June 23, Expanding The iO Sports Pak To 13 Channels, Including the NHL Network, Versus, NBA TV, GolTV and The Golf Channel

BETHPAGE, N.Y., June 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Still searching for the perfect Father's Day gift? If Dad's a sports fanatic, get him the gift he'll enjoy all year -- a subscription to the iO Sports Pak. The iO Sports Pack is the ultimate in sports and active lifestyle entertainment programming, featuring 13 exciting channels spotlighting extreme sports, recreational activities and comprehensive coverage of hockey, golf, soccer, and college sports.

Beginning the week of June 23, the iO Sports Pak will also include the popular CBS College Sports Network (formerly CSTV), the first 24-hour network dedicated to college sports. CBS College Sports Network features a full line-up of regular-season and championship events for 35 men's and women's college sports, as well as award-winning original programming, documentaries and the network's twice nightly studio show "College Sports Tonight." Programming also includes top action from the Mountain West Conference, Conference USA, the Atlantic 10 Conference and Navy athletics.

"The iO Sports Pak is a great choice for Cablevision customers who just can't get enough sports programming, with a diverse array of top networks," said John Trierweiler, Cablevision's senior vice president of product management. "iO Sports Pak is a terrific addition to any sports fan's TV line-up, and with the upcoming launch of CBS College Sports Network, this package is an even better value for our customers."

This sports-filled package is available to all Family Cable customers and above with a digital cable box for $5.95 per month. Channels include:

-- CBS College Sports Network - (formerly CSTV), the pulse of college sports, features a full line-up of regular-season and championship events for 35 men's and women's college sports, as well as award-winning original programming, live studio shows, documentaries and a twice nightly live show, "College Sports Tonight." The network brings fans top action and rivalry games from dozens of conferences, including the Mountain West Conference, Conference USA, Atlantic 10 and SEC. -- NHL Network - the all-access channel to the National Hockey League. Each evening during the regular season, the channel broadcasts its flagship show The NHL on the Fly, featuring instant updates and live segments of games in progress. It also airs 40-plus NHL games and games from other leagues, such as minor and international hockey leagues. -- VERSUS - the leader in competitive and adrenaline-charged content. VERSUS is the cable home of the National Hockey League and best-in-class events like The Tour de France, The America's Cup, Professional Bull Riders (PBR), the Boston Marathon and USSA Skiing. -- The Golf Channel - In addition to being the exclusive cable home of the Champions, Nationwide, Canadian and European Tours, The Golf Channel televises competition from the LPGA Tour, USGA, PGA of America, PGA Tour of Australasia and Sunshine Tour of Southern Africa. -- NBA TV - gives an insider's perspective on all the NBA action -- in-depth game coverage and highlights, real-time stats and scores. -- FUEL TV - the original 24-hour domestic sports network dedicated to the world of extreme sports. Fuel covers both competitive and free-riding action in the arenas of skateboarding, surfing, BMX, freestyle motocross, snowboarding, and wakeboarding. Programming includes top-level international sports events and competitions, featuring elite extreme sports athletes. -- TVG Network - the interactive horseracing network, offers real-time odds, track conditions, handicapping information and in-depth analysis of every televised race from over 60 tracks as well as comprehensive special event coverage of the Kentucky Derby, Belmont Stakes and the Breeders' Cup World Thoroughbred Championships. -- FCS Pacific - Fox College Sports is dedicated to the college sports fan, delivering over 800 NCAA events per year. FCS Pacific covers West Coast collegiate conferences like the Pacific Athletic Conference. -- FCS Central - Fox College Sports is dedicated to the college sports fan, delivering over 800 NCAA events per year. FCS Central covers Midwest collegiate conferences like the Big 10. -- FCS Atlantic - Fox College Sports is dedicated to the college sports fan, delivering over 800 NCAA events per year. FCS Atlantic covers East Coast collegiate conferences like the Big East and the Atlantic Coast Conference. -- Outdoor Channel - Founded by outdoorsmen for outdoorsmen, Outdoor Channel features quality programming designed to educate and entertain sportsmen of all skill levels. -- GolTV - offers original programming dedicated to the world's most popular sport -- soccer -- with more than 1,500 games per year. Features exclusive coverage of La Liga from Spain, Calcio A from Italy and premier leagues from Brazil, Colombia, Peru, Uruguay, Honduras, Guatemala, Ecuador, Bolivia and El Salvador. -- MavTV - a one-stop shop that covers all the hot-button topics guys care about. MavTV presents an exciting blend of sports, movies, comedy, gambling, business news, lifestyle information, and gadgets.

With nearly 2.7 million iO TV customers, more than 85 percent of Cablevision's cable customers are iO TV digital cable customers, the highest digital penetration in the nation. iO TV offers customers access to 360 channels, including 53 premium movie channels, 48 channels of commercial-free digital music, more than 3,500 titles available on demand at all times, an interactive programming guide, 45 high-definition programming services and uniquely valuable interactive television applications like News 12 Interactive.

About Cablevision

Cablevision Systems Corporation is one of the nation's leading entertainment and telecommunications companies. Its cable television operations serve more than 3 million households in the New York metropolitan area. The company's advanced telecommunications offerings include its iO TV(SM), Optimum Online(R) high-speed Internet, Optimum Voice(R) digital voice-over-cable, and its Optimum Lightpath integrated business communications services. Cablevision's Rainbow Media Holdings LLC operates several successful programming businesses, including AMC, IFC, WE tv and other national and regional networks. In addition to its telecommunications and programming businesses, Cablevision owns Madison Square Garden and its sports teams, the New York Knicks, Rangers and Liberty. The company also operates New York's famed Radio City Music Hall, and owns and operates Clearview Cinemas.

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Texas Instruments acquires analog specialist Innovative Design SolutionsAcquisition strengthens TI's growing analog business focused on solving customer design challenges

DALLAS, June 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Texas Instruments (TI) Incorporated today announced that it has acquired Florida-based Innovative Design Solutions (IDS) for its expertise in developing analog chips and integrated solutions. The acquisition reinforces TI's analog focus and strengthens the company's ability to meet customer requirements for high- performance analog products.

"Analog is at the heart of solving some of the world's most challenging problems and continues to be a significant area in which TI is growing and serving its customers," said Art George, senior vice president for TI's High Performance Analog business unit. "Integrating the technical expertise of the IDS team with TI's talented analog engineers enhances our ability to deliver the right analog products for our customers' applications."

Based in Melbourne, Florida, IDS has been a long-time supplier to TI. The company designs integrated high-speed analog products for applications such as test and measurement, communications and medical electronics.

TI provides a comprehensive portfolio of high-speed signal chain products, including amplifiers, data converters and clocking devices, addressing a wide range of design needs. Acquiring IDS enhances TI's high-speed portfolio and further strengthens the company's systems knowledge and support system.

Randy Heilman, president of IDS, said, "We've enjoyed working closely with TI over the past 10 years to create integrated designs. We look forward to being a part of the TI team to deliver more innovative solutions to optimize high-speed signal chain performance, simplify design and reduce time to market for customers."

About Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments helps customers solve problems and develop new electronics that make the world smarter, healthier, safer, greener and more fun. A global semiconductor company, TI innovates through manufacturing, design and sales operations in more than 25 countries. For more information, go to http://www.ti.com/.

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Lockheed Martin Completes Major Hardware Integration Milestone on Second Advanced EHF Satellite

SUNNYVALE, Calif., June 11 /PRNewswire/ -- Lockheed Martin announced today that it has successfully mated the spacecraft core structure and the payload module for the second Advanced Extremely High Frequency (AEHF) military communications satellite.

The U.S. Air Force's AEHF system will provide global, highly secure, protected, survivable communications for all warfighters serving under the U.S. Department of Defense.

Based on Lockheed Martin's flight-proven A2100 geosynchronous spacecraft series the AEHF core structure contains the integrated propulsion system as well as panels and other components that serve as the structural foundation of the satellite.

The payload module consists of the complete set of processing, routing and control hardware and software that perform the satellite's communications function, including critical features to protect the communications against interception or jamming threats.

With the successful mate of the second AEHF satellite, the team of Lockheed Martin Space Systems, Sunnyvale, Calif., the Advanced EHF prime contractor, and Northrop Grumman Space Technology, Redondo Beach, Calif., the payload supplier, will begin system level environmental and acceptance testing of the fully integrated space vehicle in preparation for launch in early 2010.

"This marks a major event toward the delivery of this critical national security program," said Leonard Kwiatkowski, Lockheed Martin vice president and general manager of Global Communications Systems. "AEHF will speed the flow of information to the warfighter, delivering protected satellite communications with assured connectivity and we look forward to achieving mission success for our customer."

One AEHF satellite will provide greater total capacity than the entire Milstar constellation currently on-orbit. Individual user data rates will be five times improved. The higher data rates will permit transmission of tactical military communications, such as real-time video, battlefield maps and targeting data. In addition to its tactical mission, AEHF will also provide the critical survivable, protected, and endurable communications to the National Command Authority including presidential conferencing in all levels of conflict.

Lockheed Martin is currently under contract to provide three Advanced EHF satellites and the Mission Control Segment to its customer, the Military Satellite Communications Systems Wing, located at the Space and Missile Systems Center, Los Angeles Air Force Base, Calif. The program is in the early stages of adding a fourth spacecraft to the planned constellation.

Headquartered in Bethesda, Md., Lockheed Martin employs about 140,000 people worldwide and is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products and services. The Corporation reported 2007 sales of $41.9 billion.

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ATA Launches New Landmark Test Title for the Chinese Securities, Banking and Insurance Industries

BEIJING, June 11 /Xinhua-PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- ATA Inc. ("ATA" or the "Company") , the leading provider of computer-based testing and testing-related services in China, today announced that it will be the exclusive provider of computer-based testing services for a newly launched landmark test title, "Sales Professionals for Funds", for the Securities Association of China. All professionals in China involved in the sales of funds are required to obtain licensure by taking this test or waive it by passing two alternative existing tests, "Securities Markets Fundamentals" and "Securities Investment Analysis" from the Securities Association of China. Exam registration will take place from June 12, 2008 through July 1, 2008 for the exam to be held on September 20, 2008 across 41 cities in China.

"We are very excited about this new title launch as it is applicable not just under the sponsoring securities industry but also applicable to professionals across the banking and insurance industries," commented Mr. Kevin Ma, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of ATA. "This continues the favorable trend of test sponsors in China adding new nationwide test titles on top of existing ones. Their intention is to qualify more professionals to match the fast growing and evolving Chinese economy in a standardized way. We view this particular test as a breakthrough as it is the first title that extends beyond the sponsoring industry into other relevant industries. We expect the title to generate strong traction in the number of new test takers due to the large number of professionals involved in sales of funds to a growing number of affluent Chinese financial service consumers. This will also further enhance our visibility in meeting our previously announced full year guidance."

About Securities Association of China

The Securities Association of China ("SAC") is a self-regulatory organization for securities industry established according to relevant provisions of the "Securities Law of the People's Republic of China" and the "Administrative Regulations on the Registration of Public Organizations". SAC is a non-profit social institutional legal person functioning under the guidance and supervision of the China Securities Regulatory Commission and the Ministry of Civil Affairs of China. For further information, please visit: http://www.sac.net.cn/ .

About ATA Inc.

ATA is the leading provider of computer-based testing services in China. The Company offers comprehensive services for the creation and delivery of computer-based tests based on its proprietary testing technologies and test delivery platform. The Company's computer-based testing services are used for professional licensure and certification tests in various industries, including information technology, or IT, services, banking, teaching, securities, insurance and accounting. ATA's test center network comprised 1,854 authorized test centers located throughout China as of March 31, 2008, which the Company believes is the largest test center network of any commercial testing service provider in China. Combined with its test delivery technologies, this network allows ATA's clients to administer large-scale nationwide tests in a consistent, secure and cost-effective manner. ATA has delivered over 24 million tests since it commenced operations in 1999, and in July 2007 delivered tests to more than 200,000 test takers in a single day for the China Banking Association, through its test delivery platform. For further information, please visit: http://www.ata.net.cn/ .

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STMicroelectronics' New 3D Orientation Sensor Begins New Generation of Highly Integrated Functional Sensors using Robust MEMS TechnologySurface-mount sensor combines 3D orientation with mouse-click detection, and provides ease of integration, saves power, boosts reliability and reduces system complexity

GENEVA, June 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- STMicroelectronics , a world leader in MEMS products, has announced a new 3D orientation sensor, the company's initial offering in a significant new family of MEMS functional sensors that consolidates multiple conventional sensor functions in an easy-to-use surface-mount package. The new FC30 device embeds both 3D orientation functionality and click/double-click detection allowing developers to integrate mouse-button controls.

"The FC30 is the first product in a new family of functional sensors, a turn-key solution that allows our customers to simplify system complexity and reduce the processing overhead on the system microcontroller," said Benedetto Vigna, General Manager of ST's MEMS And Healthcare, RF and Sensor Division.

The FC30 is a 14-pin LGA device measuring 3 x 5 x 0.9mm, imposing a small footprint and low integration effort with no extra programming required. The device's three external interrupt lines allow developers to quickly build applications, such as automatic portrait/landscape recognition for portable products.

With very low current draw in normal operation, as well as an external Power-down control, the FC30 can be used in systems such as battery-operated devices or consumer products. The 14-pin LGA ECOPACK(R) surface-mount package also aids compliance with green criteria, meeting the EU RoHS specifications.

Further advantages include freedom from mechanical friction, which reduces wear to enable long-lasting, error-free operation.

Samples are available immediately. High-volume production quantities will be available in Q3 2008 at prices in the $1.00 range.

About STMicroelectronics

STMicroelectronics is a global leader in developing and delivering semiconductor solutions across the spectrum of microelectronics applications. An unrivalled combination of silicon and system expertise, manufacturing strength, Intellectual Property (IP) portfolio and strategic partners positions the Company at the forefront of System-on-Chip (SoC) technology and its products play a key role in enabling today's convergence markets. The Company's shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange, on Euronext Paris and on the Milan Stock Exchange. In 2007, the Company's net revenues were $10 billion. Further information on ST can be found at http://www.st.com/.

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Zignals, une société irlandaise, s'associe à Microsoft pour lancer un nouveau service en ligne innovant pour les investisseurs particuliers

REDMOND, Washington et DUBLIN, Irlande, June 11 /PRNewswire/ --

- Microsoft fait équipe avec des entrepreneurs aguerris, des investisseurs de capital-risque et Enterprise Ireland pour créer une nouvelle société qui procurera une ressource de pointe au marché.

Microsoft Corp se joint à Zignals, une start-up, pour annoncer le lancement d'un service en ligne pilote qui devrait transformer l'investissement pour les spéculateurs actifs. Zignals fournira aux investisseurs particuliers des outils d'aide à la décision à la pointe du progrès et un accès à un réseau en ligne spécialisé dans les finances qui partage ses propres stratégies d'investissement évaluées indépendamment. Le lancement pilote de Zignals se concentrera sur des services personnalisés à l'intention de l'investisseur : des alertes faciles d'utilisation pouvant Ãªtre testées, personnalisées et envoyées directement à toute adresse électronique, assistant numérique (PDA) ou appareil mobile, des graphiques intuitifs, et une analyse technique. Ces services ont tous été développés à l'aide des technologies Microsoft les plus récentes, telles que Silverlight.

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La création de Zignals découle d'une collaboration entre l'équipe Microsoft IP Ventures, Enterprise Ireland, les entrepreneurs à succès Pat Brazel et Scott Tattersall, Manresa Partners et des investisseurs providentiels.

<< L'absence totale de services personnalisés et d'accès à des outils d'aide à la décision à la fois puissants et utilisables est souvent citée par les petits investisseurs comme un important obstacle à l'amélioration de la performance de leurs décisions d'investissement >>, a déclaré Pat Brazel, PDG de Zignals. << C'est là que nous entendons changer le statu quo. Zignals répond à ce besoin en démocratisant la négociation pour les investisseurs en ligne. Microsoft nous a fourni les ressources et les technologies nécessaires au développement de services de communication personnalisée et à l'optimisation de stratégies de négociation utilisant la technologie Solver Foundation de Microsoft, pas encore lancée à ce jour. Les services très intuitifs que nous mettons en place ouvriront de nouveaux horizons pour les investisseurs particuliers souhaitant optimiser l'efficacité de leurs investissements sans passer toute la journée devant leur écran. >>

<< IP Ventures continue de réussir à rassembler des entrepreneurs, des investisseurs de capital-risque et des pouvoirs publics afin de lancer dans le monde entier de nouvelles sociétés, comme Zignals, offrant d'intéressantes technologies >>, a déclaré Dan'l Lewin, vice-président du développement commercial stratégique et émergent chez Microsoft. << Microsoft offre aux entrepreneurs une technologie à la pointe du progrès et une équipe expérimentée qui collabore avec eux pour commercialiser un nouveau produit ou service. Cette collaboration étroite permet d'assurer un succès à long terme pour la nouvelle société et ses futurs consommateurs. >>

Enterprise Ireland, l'agence de développement économique du gouvernement irlandais, a présenté M. Brazel à IP Ventures, avec pour résultat la fondation de Zignals.

<< Nous sommes ravis de soutenir la création de Zignals en Irlande >>, a déclaré Frank Ryan, PDG d'Enterprise Ireland. << Nous sommes très encouragés par cet excellent partenariat avec Microsoft qui apportera une innovation intéressante sur le marché tout en créant une nouvelle entreprise en Irlande. >>

Un programme innovant connecte les capital-risqueurs et les entrepreneurs à l'innovation de Microsoft

Microsoft a lancé le programme dynamique IP Ventures en mai 2005 afin d'accélérer la commercialisation d'innovations développées grâce aux investissements importants en recherche-développement de la société. Le programme est disponible dans le monde entier et il est fréquemment mis à jour avec de nouvelles offres technologiques. Parmi les entreprises ayant profité des opportunités d'IP Ventures, citons Skinkers, Wallop Technologies Inc et Zumobi Inc.

A propos de Zignals

Zignals offre une variété de services en ligne qui vont transformer le monde des investissements financiers en démocratisant les services d'investissement disponibles pour les investisseurs actifs sur le marché financier et en fournissant un accès à un réseau en ligne spécialisé dans les finances qui partage ses stratégies d'investissement évaluées indépendamment. Zignals a été créé en partenariat avec Microsoft et d'autres investisseurs et a développé ses services à l'aide de la technologie protégée IP de Microsoft. La version pilote de Zignals est disponible à partir du 11 juin.

A propos de Microsoft

Fondée en 1975, Microsoft (Nasdaq : MSFT) est le leader mondial des logiciels, des services et des solutions qui aident les particuliers ainsi que les entreprises à réaliser leur plein potentiel.

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New York Power Authority Selects UTC Power to Supply Fuel Cells for World Trade Center Site

NEW YORK, June 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- UTC Power, a United Technologies Corp. company, today announced that the New York Power Authority (NYPA) selected the company to supply 12 fuel cells totaling 4.8 megawatts of power for the Freedom Tower and three other new towers under construction at the World Trade Center site in lower Manhattan.

Delivery of the PureCell(R) Model 400 fuel cell systems will begin in January of 2009. The systems will together constitute one of the largest fuel cell installations in the world.

"We are extremely pleased to be part of this prestigious, landmark project that is a global example of green building design," said UTC Power President Jan van Dokkum. "NYPA has been a long-time customer and champion of using fuel cells to generate clean on-site power. UTC Power has 16 fuel cells deployed in the Greater New York area with NYPA and other customers."

"We are committed to helping make clean energy initiatives at the new World Trade Center site a reality," said Roger B. Kelley, NYPA president and chief executive officer. "Fuel cells are one of the environmentally beneficial technologies that the Power Authority is investing in under Governor Paterson's leadership to combat greenhouse gas emissions and diversify the state's energy mix."

The Freedom Tower will be owned by the Port Authority of New York, and Towers 2, 3 and 4 will be owned and managed by World Trade Center Properties, LLC, an affiliate of Silverstein Properties, Inc.

The PureCell Model 400 power plant is one of the cleanest, quietest and most energy-efficient on-site power generating technologies available; no fossil fuel is burned to produce 400 kilowatts of power. The fuel cell's ultra low emissions meet the strictest air emissions requirements in the United States.

UTC Power said this new model fuel cell has double the operating life and delivers twice the power and thermal energy of its predecessor system.

"We've gained a lot of experience over 15-plus years of building and deploying fuel cells for on-site power at diverse sites worldwide," said van Dokkum. "We expect this next-generation fuel cell to be embraced by commercial customers who want to improve their energy productivity while simultaneously enhancing their electrical infrastructure reliability and reducing their environmental impact."

The thermal energy generated by fuel cells -- a natural byproduct of a fuel cell's electro-chemical process -- will be harnessed to provide facility cooling and heating at the World Trade Center site towers, reducing the customers' power needs and expenses. Incorporating fuel cells into the World Trade Center will contribute toward the attainment of LEED(R) (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification points because of the optimal energy use. In 2006, it was announced the complex would be designed to achieve the U.S. Green Building Council's LEED Gold certification requirements and that all of the facilities involved would be built to a design standard 20 percent more energy efficient than the New York Energy Conservation Construction Code.

On-site power generation at the World Trade Center site also will help reduce the need for electric infrastructure upgrades in an area of the city where the grid is already capacity-constrained.

UTC Power, a United Technologies Corp. company, is a full-service provider of environmentally responsible power solutions. With 50 years of experience, UTC Power is the world leader in developing and producing fuel cells for on-site power, transportation, space and defense applications, as well as a leader in innovative, renewable energy solutions and combined cooling, heating and power solutions for the distributed energy market.

Contact: Peg Hashem (860) 727 2093 Peg.hashem@utcpower.com

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CONTACT: Peg Hashem of UTC Power, +1-860-727-2093,
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Web site: http://www.utc.com/

NAVTEQ Reminds Drivers to Update Their GPS Navigation MapsMap Updates Now Available for In-Vehicle Systems and Garmin Portable Navigation Devices at Navigation.com, Amazon.com, Best Buy, Circuit City, RadioShack, Wal-Mart

CHICAGO, June 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- NAVTEQ , a leading global provider of digital map data for location-based solutions and vehicle navigation, reminds drivers to update their GPS navigation systems to prepare for the summer driving season. Many drivers using older systems experience frustration when their GPS navigation system doesn't know about that new interstate exit or one-way street change. Map updates are ideal to address this concern.

NAVTEQ, the most widely used map for navigation*, builds the digital maps that power most in-vehicle navigation systems, as well as leading GPS device brands. The NAVTEQ field analysts make millions of changes and additions to the NAVTEQ(R) map so that drivers who purchase a map update have the freshest, most comprehensive map data available.

Due to the volume of road network changes and Points of Interest additions such as banks/ATMs, gas stations, restaurants and hotels, NAVTEQ recommends users update their maps each year to maintain optimal navigation system performance. In fact, according to NAVTEQ research, drivers report that their overall navigation system performance improves when a new map update is installed. Drivers have the option to purchase digital map updates for their car's installed navigation system or portable navigation device.

The newly redesigned Navigation.com offers a one-stop shop for consumers looking for GPS map updates. With map update products for more than 200 car models, Navigation.com is a comprehensive online store for nearly every vehicle with an installed navigation system in North America and Europe

Navigation.com offers map updates for factory installed navigation systems for Audi, BMW, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, Mercedes-Benz, Jaguar, Jeep, Land Rover, Lincoln, Mercury, MINI, Mazda, Porsche, Volkswagen and Volvo. Map updates can also be purchased at location dealerships for BMW, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, Jeep, Lexus, Lincoln, Mercedes-Benz, Mercury, MINI, Mazda, Porsche and Toyota. For all other brands, Navigation.com offers a web link and/or hotline phone numbers for ordering map updates.

Map updates are also available for Garmin portable navigation devices at participating online and retail stores: Amazon.com, Best Buy, Circuit City, Garmin.com, RadioShack and Wal-Mart. At Garmin.com, the map updates are available via DVD or direct download from the site. Drivers can expect map updates for other portable navigation devices to be available soon.

"The summer driving season is the perfect time for drivers with navigation systems that are over a year old to purchase a map update. Drivers are realizing that by keeping their GPS maps up-to-date they maintain optimal navigation system performance," said Jeff Mize, executive vice president, NAVTEQ. "With a map update, drivers are able to maintain routing accuracy as well as efficient route planning on their journeys."

Reasons to Update Your GPS Navigation Maps Routing Accuracy -- New subdivisions and roadways added throughout North America -- Up-to-date Points of interest including banks/ATMs, gas stations, restaurants, hotels and shops -- New address details for accurate door to door guidance Efficiency -- A navigation systems needs the latest information to function efficiently -- Efficient route planning means shorter journeys -- Shorter journeys mean better auto maintenance and fuel savings About NAVTEQ

NAVTEQ is a leading provider of comprehensive digital map information for automotive navigation systems, mobile navigation devices, Internet-based mapping applications, and government and business solutions. NAVTEQ creates the digital maps and map content that power navigation and location-based services solutions around the world. The Chicago-based company was founded in 1985 and has more than 3,600 employees located in 187 offices and in 39 countries.

This document may include certain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, plans, objectives, expectations and intentions and other statements contained in this press release that are not historical facts and statements identified by words such as "expects," "anticipates," "intends," "plans," "believes," "seeks," "estimates" or words of similar meaning. The statements are based on our current beliefs or expectations and are inherently subject to various risks and uncertainties, including those set forth under "Item 1A. Risk Factors" in each of the Company's most recent Annual and Quarterly Reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Actual results may differ materially from these expectations due to changes in global political, economic, business, competitive, market and regulatory factors. NAVTEQ does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statements contained in this document.

* Based on GPS-based in-vehicle & portable route guidance devices purchased in the U.S. and Europe since 2000. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20060313/NAVTEQLOGO)

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

McDonald's Served Over 295 Million Online Display Ads in March, According to comScore Ad MetrixMcDonald's Ranks as Heaviest U.S. Online Display Advertiser among Quick Serve Restaurants

RESTON, Va., June 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- comScore, Inc. , a leader in measuring the digital world, today released a study based on data from the comScore Ad Metrix service that analyzes online display advertising by quick-serve restaurants (QSRs) in March 2008, revealing that McDonald's ranked as the top online display advertiser in the United States with more than 295 million ads delivered during the month.

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comScore Ad Metrix provides detailed reporting of the number and types of online display ads viewed by Internet users for the U.S. market. The syndicated service measures the number of times each advertiser's ads are viewed and where they are viewed, the demographics of those exposed to the ads, the reach and frequency of an advertiser's campaign, and provides samples of the creative ad units with information on ad sizes.

McDonald's Captures 34 Percent Share of Voice among Top 10 QSR Advertisers

McDonald's delivered more than 295 million display ad views (34 percent share of voice) in March, reaching 52 million Internet users an average of 5.7 times during the month. Quizno's ranked second with 11.1 percent share of voice, followed by KFC (9.6 percent) and Papa John's (9.3 percent).

Top QSR Advertisers* by Total Display Ad Views March 2008 Total U.S. - Home/Work/University Locations Source: comScore Ad Metrix Advertiser Total Display Share of Ad-Exposed Average Ad Views (000) Advertising Unique Frequency Voice* Visitors (000) McDonald's 295,884 33.6% 51,897 5.7 Quiznos.com 98,041 11.1% 16,390 6.0 KFC.com 84,974 9.6% 12,620 6.7 PapaJohns.com 82,298 9.3% 17,115 4.8 Subway 78,150 8.9% 15,478 5.0 Dunkin' Brands, Inc. 71,713 8.1% 23,240 3.1 PizzaHut.com 60,327 6.8% 15,366 3.9 SonicDriveIn.com 45,064 5.1% 7,070 6.4 Wendy's International 43,344 4.9% 11,280 3.8 Burger King 21,493 2.4% 3,494 6.2 * Excludes QSRs where beverages are the primary menu item ** Share of advertising voice among Top 10 online advertisers in the category Pizza Hut's Share of Site Visits Outpaces Online Advertising

To provide some dimension to the share of voice ranking, the study also looked at the share of visits to the Web sites of each of the top 10 restaurant companies to see if there is any relationship with the share of voice. It appears that there is little relation between the two metrics, since site traffic seems to be more heavily influenced by televised promotions and online ordering functionality at a few of the companies. For example, PizzaHut.com, whose online advertisements promote online ordering for home delivery or in-store pick up, has a disproportionately high share of site traffic (23.3 percent) relative to its share of online advertising voice (6.8 percent).

Top QSR Advertisers: Share of Voice Vs. Share of Traffic March 2008 Total U.S. - Home/Work/University Locations Source: comScore Ad Metrix Advertiser Share of Online Share of Site Index* Advertising Visits Voice* McDonald's 33.6% 15.5% 46 Quiznos.com 11.1% 3.3% 30 KFC.com 9.6% 8.1% 84 PapaJohns.com 9.3% 11.3% 122 Subway 8.9% 10.9% 122 Dunkin' Brands, Inc. 8.1% 17.6% 217 PizzaHut.com 6.8% 23.3% 343 SonicDriveIn.com 5.1% 2.3% 45 Wendy's International 4.9% 3.6% 73 Burger King 2.4% 4.1% 171 * Index = share of site visits/share of advertising voice x 100; Index of 100 represents parity

Online Represents Substantial Opportunity for QSR Advertisers Despite McDonald's position as one of the top U.S. advertisers (#16 in 2006, according to Ad Age), in terms of overall dollars spent on advertising, the company ranked just #113 in terms of the total number of online display ads delivered in March 2008, according to comScore Ad Metrix.

"It's clear that that the quick-serve restaurant industry has been slower than many other industries to move its advertising dollars online," said comScore Chairman Gian Fulgoni. "But, given the Internet's broad reach and ability to selectively reach consumer segments, its potential as a brand-building advertising medium is beginning to attract more attention. The reality is that while most working Americans do not watch TV during the day and therefore cannot be reached via this medium, many do use computers during this daypart. For the working population, online advertising is a highly effective way to put one's QSR brand top of mind with the consumer in the hours and minutes before they decide where to eat lunch."

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CIBER and Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission Complete Third and Final Phase of $58 Million IT Project on Time and on Budget

HARRISBURG, Pa., June 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- CIBER, Inc. , in partnership with the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC), has successfully completed the third and final phase of a three-phase implementation of an SAP(R) ERP application -- on time and on budget -- for PTC. The $58 million project, which was awarded to CIBER in May 2006, was undertaken to transform PTC's information technology (IT) systems into a single, integrated, and state-of-the-art system to increase its ability to plan, conduct business, and react more efficiently to the needs of its customers.

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"PTC is truly an innovation leader, within and beyond the public sector," said Patrick Bakey, President, SAP Public Services, Inc., based in Washington D.C. "Clearly, the collaboration between SAP, PTC and CIBER was essential in deploying this project on time and on budget to demonstrate how innovation and technology can efficiently deliver high-quality services to PTC's constituents."

PTC's prior IT system comprised multiple disparate computing systems which relied on outdated technology and which operated as stand-alone systems, essentially separating important pieces of historical and operational data across many platforms, and making trend analysis and decision-making difficult and time-consuming.

With the completion of this project, nicknamed PRIDE (PTC Readiness for an Integrated Decision-making Enterprise), PTC will benefit from streamlined and standardized administrative and financial processes; expanded financial reporting and analysis capabilities; elimination of multiple, disparate information systems; elimination of redundant activities; centralized operational and historical data for trend analysis; and integration of secure internet technology to provide data access to employees, retirees, and fiduciaries.

"We are pleased to have achieved the integration of our systems we envisioned more than two years ago," said George Hatalowich, PTC's Chief Operating Officer. "We are beginning to see the business process improvements that the SAP applications and inherent business best practices have allowed us to take advantage of, and we recognize that our business efficiencies will be realized over many years to come. We appreciate all of the hard work that has gone into making this project a success, especially the leadership CIBER has committed throughout the project."

For all phases of the PRIDE project, CIBER -- an SAP services partner for SAP Public Services, Inc. accounts -- has served as the prime contractor. The first phase was completed 30 days ahead of schedule in February 2007. The second phase was completed in December 2007, also on time and on budget.

For this third and final phase, CIBER has integrated the business functions of the SAP ERP Financials solution, materials management, SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SAP SRM), plant maintenance, project systems, electronic document management and business intelligence applications.

"Teamwork has been the key to the success of the PRIDE Project," said Jeff Mesaric, PTC Chief Information Officer. "CIBER and PTC project team members consistently overcame the challenges that were before them to enable a successful go live for finance and logistics. With finance and logistics now in production along with our previously implemented human capital management and payroll functionality, PTC now has the fully integrated system that we have been anticipating."

"A great deal of work has been completed by PTC and CIBER over the last two years. This could not have been accomplished without both parties being focused on one goal of an integrated system. With this project launch, the goal has been achieved," said Dave Siebert, Senior Vice President of CIBER's Enterprise Solutions Division.

PTC employs approximately 2,300 people and earns $580 million annually in toll revenue. It operates a critical transportation route, which accommodates more than 500,000 vehicles per day, and includes 537 miles of turnpike, 59 fare collection facilities, 21 maintenance facilities, five twin tunnels, ten State Police barracks, 19 service plazas, and two traveler information centers.

About CIBER, Inc.

CIBER, Inc. is a pure-play international system integration consultancy with superior value-priced services and reliable delivery for both private and government sector clients. CIBER's services are offered globally on a project- or strategic-staffing basis, in both custom and enterprise resource planning (ERP) package environments, and across all technology platforms, operating systems and infrastructures. Founded in 1974 and headquartered in Greenwood Village, Colo., CIBER now serves client businesses from over 60 U.S. offices, 25 European offices and seven offices in Asia/Pacific. Operating in 18 countries, with more than 8,500 employees and annual revenue of approximately $1.2 billion, CIBER and its IT specialists continuously build and upgrade clients' systems to "competitive advantage status." CIBER is included in the Russell 2000 Index and the S&P Small Cap 600 Index. CIBER, the Reliable Global IT Services Partner. http://www.ciber.com/.

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Statements contained in this release may constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements involve a number of risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially, as discussed in the company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. CIBER undertakes neither intention nor obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements. CIBER and the CIBER logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of CIBER, Inc. Copyright(C) 2008.

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KEMET Recognized by Celestica with a 2007 Total Cost of Ownership Supplier Award

GREENVILLE, S.C., June 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- KEMET Corporation today announced it has been awarded the 2007 Total Cost of Ownership (TCOO)(TM) Best Score Award from Celestica, a global leader in the delivery of end-to-end product lifecycle solutions. This award recognizes suppliers that support Celestica's overall supply chain goal-to reduce the total cost of ownership for its customers and to give them the flexibility they need to overcome any challenge.

"KEMET is proud to be recognized by Celestica with this most prestigious award," said KEMET Chief Executive Officer, Per Loof. "We have worked hard to position ourselves as The Capacitance Company-the first company any electronics manufacturer calls for everything from products to design collaboration to custom development. This means we have to be the number one provider of capacitance, regardless of technology, chemistry, form factor, or manufacturing process. It also means setting the standard in product and service excellence-working in partnership with industry-leading customers such as Celestica to build the products and technologies of tomorrow while providing the service that differentiates us from the rest of the industry, all at the most cost-effective prices possible."

"Congratulations to KEMET for being recognized with the Best TCOO Score Award in Celestica's 2007 TCOO Supplier Awards program," said John Boucher, Executive Vice President, Supply Chain Management Solutions and Chief Procurement Officer, Celestica. "I sincerely thank KEMET for supporting our supply chain strategy and helping us to drive speed and responsiveness in the supply chain."

KEMET Corporation applies world-class service and quality to deliver industry-leading, high-performance capacitance solutions to its customers around the world. KEMET offers the world's most complete line of surface- mount and through-hole capacitor technologies across tantalum, ceramic, film, aluminum, electrolytic, and paper dielectrics. KEMET's common stock is listed on The New York Stock Exchange under the symbol KEM. Additional information about KEMET can be found at http://www.kemet.com/ .

Contact: Dean W. Dimke Director of Corporate and Marketing Communication deandimke@kemet.com 864-228-4448

KEMET Corporation

CONTACT: Dean W. Dimke, Director of Corporate and Marketing
Communication, of KEMET Corporation, +1-864-228-4448, deandimke@kemet.com

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