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Redline and Tranzeo Collaborate on WiMAX Interoperability

TORONTO, Canada, July 2 /PRNewswire/ --

- Tranzeo's WiMAX Subscriber Units Achieve Silver Status in Redline Ecosystem Verification(TM) Program

Redline Communications Group Inc. (TSX and AIM: RDL), a leading provider of WiMAX broadband wireless products, today announced the addition of the Tranzeo Wireless Technologies' (TSX:TZT) WiMAX subscriber units to the Redline Ecosystem Verification(TM) ('REV') program. The Tranzeo products have achieved Silver status in the REV program which is designed to accelerate the deployment of interoperable WiMAX networks around the globe.

"Redline is a recognized leader in the WiMAX industry, for its technology, system performance, and commitment to furthering interoperability among the WiMAX ecosystem," said Dave Gelvin, President Tranzeo Wireless, USA. "We are excited to be part of Redline's REV program and to offer operators a greater selection of interoperable WiMAX subscriber units that support their customers' requirements, and enable a strong return on investment."

REV interoperability testing confirms that carriers can incorporate Redline's RedMAX(TM) AN-100U and AN-100UX WiMAX Forum Certified(TM) base stations and Tranzeo's 3.5GHz WiMAX TR-WMX-3.5 outdoor modems in their WiMAX networks. The REV program augments the testing for WiMAX Forum Certification, verifying that carriers can achieve connectivity between both the Redline infrastructure and Tranzeo devices in their network.

"Redline is one of the first companies to develop a program to test the interoperability of WiMAX products. This program really focuses on offering a much broader range of WiMAX certified products to carriers. It also helps to drive down the price of WiMAX, making it a more cost effective option to carriers worldwide," says Kevin Suitor, Vice President of Marketing and Business Development, Redline Communications.

The Redline Ecosystem Verification Program

The Redline Ecosystem Verification program verifies connectivity and performance between Redline's RedMAX and RedMAX 4C Mobile WiMAX products and other WiMAX devices, enabling carriers to accelerate the deployment interoperable networks. The program also includes Redline's RedCONNEX and RedACCESS families, which are used by carriers around the world to support high-bandwidth voice, video and data services. Several WiMAX equipment companies, including base station, customer premise equipment and chip manufacturers, as well as WiMAX peripherals vendors, are now taking part in the REV program.

Redline's RedMAX(TM) Family

Redline's RedMAX(TM) family of WiMAX solutions includes the world's first complete system to receive the WiMAX Forum Certified(TM) mark for conformance to the WiMAX standards for performance and interoperability. Redline's carrier-class RedMAX(TM) Base Station (AN-100U) supports voice, video, and prioritized data traffic, enabling long-range, high-capacity wireless broadband networks. Redline's WiMAX products also include the RedMAX(TM) Indoor Subscriber Unit (SU-I) and Outdoor Subscriber Unit (SU-O) designed for enterprise and residential services. The RedMAX(TM) Management Suite enables operators to monitor and control the network, ensuring high service availability. Redline is maintaining its WiMAX leadership with the expansion of its RedMAX(TM) family to include products for additional frequency bands, applications and standards.

RedMAX 4C(TM) Mobile WiMAX

The RedMAX 4C(TM), which is based on the WiMAX industry's 802.16e-2005 standards for mobile WiMAX, supports a wide range of fixed, portable and mobile wireless services including support Voice and Video over IP, broadband Internet access used to support highly valued education, medical, transportation and municipal applications, VPNs (Virtual Private Networks) and other advanced communications services. The RedMAX 4C(TM) Mobile WiMAX platform is designed to enable operators to maximize the reach and customer density required for a profitable carrier business model. The RedMAX 4C(TM) includes a modular, standardized (micro)TCA (micro Telecommunications Computing Architecture) chassis base station that is small, lightweight and easy to deploy. RedMAX 4C(TM) will also include a suite of indoor and outdoor fixed and portable end-user devices including laptops, mobile handsets and PDAs. Redline's new WiMAX offering is also designed to facilitate the integration of its existing RedMAX(TM) products with its RedMAX 4C(TM) technologies, providing operators a path to true mobility.

About Tranzeo

Tranzeo Wireless Technologies (www.tranzeo.com TSX:TZT) leads the wireless broadband industry as a premier manufacturer of high-performance wireless network equipment that allows communities and businesses to communicate without boundaries. Tranzeo's full spectrum of point-to-point and point-to-multipoint radios, WiMAX equipment, and mesh network solutions are designed for wireless internet service providers, governments, campuses, military, carriers, enterprise customers, and systems integrators around the globe.

About Redline Communications

Redline Communications (www.redlinecommunications.com) is the leading provider of fixed and mobile standards-based wireless broadband solutions. Redline's RedMAX(TM) WiMAX Forum Certified(TM) system, RedMAX 4C(TM) Mobile WiMAX products, and its award-winning broadband wireless infrastructure family of products - RedCONNEX(TM) and RedACCESS(TM) - enable service providers and other network operators to cost-effectively deliver high- bandwidth services, including voice, video and data communications. Redline is committed to maintaining its wireless industry leadership with the continued development of WiMAX and other advanced wireless broadband products. With more than 100,000 systems in 85 countries, and a global network of over 170 partners, Redline's experience and expertise helps service providers, enterprises and government organizations roll out wireless broadband networks to support advanced communications.

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Certain statements in this release constitute forward-looking statements or forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable securities laws and are made pursuant to the "safe harbour" provisions of such laws. Statements related to potential benefits of, and demand for, Redline's products including statements with respect to the features and benefits that may be achieved through the use of Redline's products and the relative position of these products vis-à-vis competitive offerings in the industry are forward-looking statements which are subject to certain assumptions, risks and uncertainties. These risks and uncertainties include such factors as rapid technological changes, long uncertain sales cycles, demand for our products, the introduction of competing technologies, meeting industry standards, regulatory risk, dependent on key partners and resellers and other similar factors that may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of Redline to differ materially from the results, performance, achievements or developments expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such statements. Redline assumes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

For further information: Redline Communications, Carolyn Anderson/ Chantelle, Bani, canderson@redlinecommunications.com / cbani@redlinecommunications.com, Tel: +1-(905)-479-8344; Equicom Group, Craig Armitage/Vanessa Beresford, carmitage@equicomgroup.com / vberesford@equicomgroup.com, Tel: +1-(416)-815-0700; Canaccord Adams, Neil Johnson/Andrew Chubb, Tel: +44-(0)20-7050-6500/

Redline Communications Group Inc.

For further information: Redline Communications, Carolyn Anderson/Chantelle, Bani, canderson@redlinecommunications.com/cbani@redlinecommunications.com, Tel: +1-(905)-479-8344; Equicom Group, Craig Armitage/Vanessa Beresford, carmitage@equicomgroup.com/vberesford@equicomgroup.com, Tel: +1-(416)-815-0700; Canaccord Adams, Neil Johnson/Andrew Chubb, Tel: +44-(0)20-7050-6500/

Optimus Selects NeuStar to Bring Converged Instant Messaging Services to Portugal

LONDON, July 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- NeuStar today announced that Portuguese mobile operator Optimus has selected NeuStar's Next Generation Messaging (NGM) services to power Optimus' multi-community converged instant messaging (IM) service and new IP-based services.

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Optimus will be the first mobile operator in the world to deliver both an "own-branded" IM service that can be accessed from the PC and the mobile through NeuStar's industry-leading Instant Messaging Service Centre (IMSC) and to offer the popular Windows Live Messenger service through NeuStar's Mobile Messaging Gateway (MMG). Optimus also has invested in both NeuStar's Interconnect Platform (ICP) in order to interconnect to other mobile IM services across Portugal, and NeuStar's Presence Platform (PSP) to provide powerful presence capabilities across the Optimus network.

NeuStar's converged IM and Presence solutions enable Optimus to launch and roll out engaging and feature-rich services to its customer base of more than 2.6 million users. Optimus' IM and Presence services give subscribers new choices in communications, enabling people to instantly share experiences and express themselves at any time.

Jose Pinto Correia, CTO at Optimus, said: "We have a huge belief in IM, which is why we are launching an ISP and an Optimus-branded service simultaneously. NeuStar was the obvious partner for us because of its vast experience in the market and its ability to deploy IM and new IP services -- both operator-branded and ISP solutions together -- quickly and successfully."

"We have seen mobile IM become the third 'core service' after voice and text," said Allen Scott, general manager of NeuStar NGM. "Having delivered IM solutions to operators across the world that have a collective customer base of more than half a billion users, NeuStar is confident that we can provide Optimus with an advanced service that will generate significant revenue for them and enable Optimus subscribers to 'communicate in context.'"

The service provided to Optimus will incorporate the following additional functionality within NeuStar's solution:

NeuStar's Mobile Messaging Gateway (MMG): Mobilising ISP IM

NeuStar's MMG now supports Microsoft Service Protocol 3.0, enabling more functionality for the user. Users can experience avatars, send and receive nudges, and enhance their profiles with status text within Microsoft Windows Live Messenger.

Furthermore, Microsoft has agreed to use MMG for native client enablement. This will allow users of devices with a Microsoft client embedded in them to more easily access operator mobile IM services, and will allow operators to enable easier access and billing to the Windows Live Messenger services.

NeuStar's Presence Platform (PSP): Delivering Presence Services to Operators

The PSP, NeuStar's market-leading presence solution, provides horizontal Presence and Group Management capabilities and is fully compliant with OMA XDM 2.0 standards -- thus enabling network address book deployment. This enables users to see much richer profile information from within the phone's address book. Furthermore, the PSP enables operators to more easily establish, manage, and control access to specific content (e.g., using age profile information).

NeuStar's Instant Messaging Service Centre (IMSC): Delivering Operator Mobile IM

NeuStar's IMSC solution now has an enhanced SMS continuity service that enables full two-way continuity between SMS and mobile IM. A user of SMS can now send a message to an IM user -- and if the IM user is online, he or she will receive the message as an IM that identifies the sender. This development instantly enables every mobile user to enjoy the benefits of mobile IM; it also supports the GSM Association's Personal IM initiative.

IMSC is also GSMA 2.0-compliant. In addition, the deployed release of IMSC is capable of IMS (SIP) and legacy (IMPS) network interoperability, providing a "future-proof" solution for operators delivering an IP network in the future.

About NeuStar, Inc. and NeuStar Next Generation Messaging

NeuStar, Inc. is a provider of clearinghouse and directory services to the global communications and Internet industry. In November 2006, NeuStar created its Next Generation Messaging Services by acquiring Followap Inc., a leading global provider of instant messaging, presence and interconnect services. Mobile network operators around the world trust NeuStar to enable real-time communications using presence information.

NeuStar, Inc. is headquartered in the United States, with subsidiary offices in Europe and Asia. For more information, please visit http://www.neustar.biz/ and http://www.neustar.biz/ngm.

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CONTACT: Marc Abshire of NeuStar, Inc., +1-703-318-1175, or
+1-703-310-9184, marc.abshire@neustar.biz

Web site: http://www.neustar.biz/

KEMET Receives TTI Asia's 2007 Supplier Excellence AwardFirst Year Asia Supplier Excellence Award has been Presented

GREENVILLE, S.C., July 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- KEMET Corporation is proud to announce that it has been awarded TTI Asia's Supplier Excellence Award. This award represents the highest recognition possible of a supplier's performance within TTI Asia. This is the first time TTI has presented such an award specifically for Asia.

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"We have won the TTI North America Supplier Excellence Award for 13 consecutive years, ever since the program began," said KEMET Chief Executive Officer Per-Olof Loof. "We are very proud to be able to start the same tradition of service to TTI Asia by winning the TTI Asia Supplier Excellence Award the very first year it has been presented."

"TTI's partnership with KEMET in Asia has generated sales growth that has outperformed all others," added John Schneider, KEMET's Vice President of Sales, Asia/Pacific Region. "Their focused attention on customer needs and excellent market intelligence has kept them in the forefront of the passive distribution industry."

"With the 2007 Supplier Excellence Award, KEMET Asia has the distinction to come out on top on all of our major measurements for a supplier," said Sam CW Sung, Director, Product Marketing, TTI Asia. "Once again, our most sincere thanks to all employees of KEMET Electronics Asia for making this achievement possible."

About TTI

Headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, TTI, Inc. is the largest distributor specialist of passive, interconnect and electromechanical components. TTI is the distributor of choice for industrial and consumer electronic manufacturers worldwide. TTI's extensive product line includes: resistors, capacitors, connectors, potentiometers, trimmers, magnetic circuit protection components, wire and cable, identification products, application tools, electromechanical and discrete semiconductor devices. TTI is recognized as the industry's leader in service and quality and provides a broad array of supply chain services to its customer base. TTI employs 1,700 with more than 50 locations throughout North America, Europe and Asia. TTI is a Berkshire Hathaway Company. For more information about TTI visit http://www.ttiinc.com/.

About KEMET:

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 can be found at http://www.kemet.com/.

Contact: Dean W. Dimke Director of Corporate and Marketing Communication deandimke@kemet.com 954-766-2806

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CONTACT: Dean W. Dimke, Director of Corporate and Marketing
Communication of KEMET Corporation, +1-954-766-2806, deandimke@kemet.com

Web Site: http://www.kemet.com/
http://www.ttiinc.com/

KEMET Receives Junior Achievement of Greenville's Chairman's Award

GREENVILLE, S.C., July 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- KEMET Corporation today announced that the company has been awarded Junior Achievement of Greenville's Chairman's Award.

Junior Achievement of Greenville is the local affiliate of Junior Achievement Worldwide. Junior Achievement (JA) is a worldwide partnership between the business community, educators, and volunteers--all working together to inspire young people to dream big and reach their potential. JA's hands-on, experiential programs teach the key concepts of work readiness, entrepreneurship, and financial literacy to young people all over the world. The Junior Achievement Chairman's Award is presented to companies that have had an enduring impact on the organization through their volunteer and financial support.

"KEMET is proud to support the important work of Junior Achievement," said Dean Dimke, Director of Corporate and Marketing Communication. "KEMET is committed to making a positive difference in all of the communities around the world in which we have facilities or offices; in fact, one of our Corporate Values is 'Citizenship.'"

Contact: Dean W. Dimke Director of Corporate and Marketing Communication deandimke@kemet.com 954-766-2806

KEMET Corporation

CONTACT: Dean W. Dimke, Director of Corporate and Marketing
Communication of KEMET Corporation, +1-954-766-2806, deandimke@kemet.com

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

Fortress International Group To Present at Collins Stewart Fourth Annual Growth Conference

COLUMBIA, Md., July 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Fortress International Group Inc. , a company providing comprehensive services for the planning, design, development and maintenance of mission critical facilities and information infrastructure, today announced that Tom Rosato, Chief Executive Officer and Tim Dec, Chief Financial Officer will present at the Collins Stewart Fourth Annual Growth Conference on Thursday, July 10th at 11:30 a.m. (Eastern). The Conference is being held at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in New York City, NY.

Fortress will offer a live audio webcast of its presentation as well as an archived replay, which may be accessed in the investor relations section of the Fortress International website at http://www.thefigi.com/ or via the following link: http://www.wsw.com/webcast/clst/figi/

Conference Details Collins Stewart Fourth Annual Growth Conference July 8-10, 2008 The Mandarin Oriental Hotel, New York City, NY http://www.collins-stewart.com/ ABOUT FORTRESS INTERNATIONAL GROUP INC.

Fortress International Group Inc. (FIGI) and its subsidiaries Total Site Solutions, Rubicon, Vortech, and Innovative Power, plan, design, build and maintain specialized facilities such as data centers, trading floors, call centers, laboratories, medical facilities, network operation centers, communication facilities, and secure facilities. For nearly 30 years, the FIGI team has pioneered building robust and scalable infrastructure into mission-critical facilities. The firm offers unsurpassed expertise in the infrastructure systems (electrical, mechanical, telecommunications, security, fire protection and building automation) that are the critical facility's lifeblood. FIGI's comprehensive portfolio of services and multi-disciplinary expertise provide customers a highly respected single source for critical services that bridge the gap between IT and facilities.

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Company Contact: Tom Rosato Chief Executive Officer Fortress International Group, Inc. Phone: (410)312-9988 Ext. 222 Investor Relations: John McNamara Cameron Associates Phone: (212) 245-8800 Ext. 205 john@cameronassoc.com

Fortress International Group Inc.

CONTACT: Company Contact: Tom Rosato, Chief Executive Officer, Fortress
International Group, Inc., +1-410-312-9988 Ext. 222; or Investor Relations:
John McNamara, Cameron Associates, +1-212-245-8800 Ext. 205,
john@cameronassoc.com

Web site: http://www.thefigi.com/
http://www.wsw.com/webcast/clst/figi
http://www.collins-stewart.com/

Equifax Closes Russia TransactionServices to be Provided Through Leading Credit Information Company

ATLANTA, July 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Equifax today confirmed it has completed its acquisition of a 28 percent equity stake in Global Payments Credit Services LLC (GPCS), a leading credit information company in Russia. Equifax is acquiring its interest from Global Payments Europe, s.r.o., a subsidiary of Global Payments Inc. , and Home Credit & Finance Bank of Russia (Home Credit). GPCS and its shareholders will now submit the appropriate notifications as required by the Russian Federation. As previously announced, GPCS will be re-branded 'Equifax' and Equifax will assume responsibility for operations.

(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20060224/CLF037LOGO ) About Equifax Inc. (http://www.equifax.com/)

Equifax empowers businesses and consumers with information they can trust. A global leader in information solutions, we leverage one of the largest sources of consumer and commercial data, along with advanced analytics and proprietary technology, to create customized insights that enrich both the performance of businesses and the lives of consumers.

Customers have trusted Equifax for over 100 years to deliver innovative solutions with the highest integrity and reliability. Businesses - large and small - rely on us for consumer and business credit intelligence, portfolio management, fraud detection, decisioning technology, marketing tools, and much more. We empower individual consumers to manage their personal credit information, protect their identity, and maximize their financial well-being.

Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Equifax Inc. employs approximately 7,000 people in 14 countries throughout North America, Latin America and Europe. Equifax is a member of Standard & Poor's (S&P) 500(R) Index. Our common stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol EFX.

About Global Payments Inc.

Global Payments Inc. is a leading provider of electronic transaction processing services for consumers, merchants, Independent Sales Organizations (ISOs), financial institutions, government agencies and multi-national corporations located throughout the United States, Canada, Latin America, Europe and the Asia-Pacific region. Global Payments offers a comprehensive line of processing solutions for credit and debit cards, business-to-business purchasing cards, gift cards, electronic check conversion and check guarantee, verification and recovery including electronic check services, as well as terminal management. The company also provides consumer money transfer services from the U.S. and Europe to destinations in Latin America, Morocco, and the Philippines. For more information about the company and its services, visit www.globalpaymentsinc.com.

About Home Credit Group (www.homecredit.net; www.homecredit.ru)

The companies of Home Credit Group are active on the consumer financing markets in the Central and Eastern Europe, Middle Asia and Far East. In 2007 they jointly provided loans in the total amount of Â€ 3.3 billion. Home Credit Group assumes leading positions on the markets in the Czech Republic (Home Credit, since 1997), in the Slovak Republic (Home Credit Slovakia, since 1999), in the Russian Federation (Home Credit & Finance Bank, since 2002), in Kazakhstan (Home Credit Kazakhstan, since December 2005). In 2006 the company entered the markets in Belarus (OAO Home Credit Bank) and in Ukraine (CJSC Home Credit Bank, Home Credit Finance), since December 2007 it has been active in China (Home Credit Asia).

Home Credit Group is a part of the international financial PPF Group, which deals with consumer financing and provides complex services in the area of management and administration of assets. After 17 years of its existence PPF Group has become one of the leading international financial investors and by the end of 2007 it managed assets in the amount exceeding euro 10.1 billion.

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CONTACT: Dianne Bernez of Equifax, +1-404-885-8325,
dianne.bernez@equifax.com, or Phyllis McNeill of Global Payments,
+1-770-829-8245, Phyllis.McNeill@globalpay.com, or Milan Tomanek of Home
Credit Group, (+420) 725 501 741, Milan.Tomanek@homecredit.eu

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http://www.globalpaymentsinc.com/
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ICOP to Attend the First Annual Central Texas DWI Conference in Austin, Texas

LENEXA, Kan., July 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- ICOP Digital, Inc. , an industry-leading company engaged in advancing digital surveillance solutions, today announced that senior ICOP officials are scheduled to attend the First Annual Central Texas DWI Conference in Austin.

The Central Texas DWI Conference is designed to help educate law enforcement officers, prosecutors, and other traffic safety personnel in apprehending, processing and prosecuting impaired drivers. Training sessions will focus on the latest research, methods and initiatives used in the battle on DWI enforcement. Criminal Justice Professionals will have the opportunity to share information with impaired driving enforcement partners from around the nation.

WHO: Kenny James, Regional Sales Manager WHEN: Tuesday, July 8, 2008 - Thursday, July 10, 2008 WHERE: Austin Airport Marriott South 4415 South IH-35 Austin, Texas WHAT: ICOP will be featuring its full suite of advanced surveillance solutions, highlighting its award winning ICOP Model 20/20(R)-W digital in-car video system. In addition, ICOP will be providing live demonstrations of ICOP LIVE (TM) -- an enabling technology that provides first responders with live stream quality full- motion audio and video. It is differentiated from competitive live streaming solutions in that it streams to multiple viewers and to multiple devices simultaneously, including Windows(R)- enabled laptops in the police vehicles, desktop computers, PDA's or smart phones. Also unique to ICOP LIVE is that it does not require loading special software on receiving devices, since there is no time for this in a crisis situation. About ICOP Digital, Inc.

ICOP Digital, Inc. operates on the core principle that 'without local security, there is no national security.' It endeavors to protect people, assets and profits for communities with innovative, mission-critical security, surveillance and communication solutions. The Company engineers, manufactures and markets mobile and stationary surveillance products for use in the public and private sectors, and facilitates the delivery of live video to first responders. (GSA Contractor)

The ICOP Model 20/20(R)-W, ICOP's flagship, award-winning product, is the leading digital in-car video recorder system for law enforcement. ICOP LIVE(TM) delivers live streaming video to and from first responder vehicles and headquarters, empowering first responders with enhanced real-time situational awareness and actionable intelligence, optimizing the outcome of a crisis. ICOP LIVE delivers live video wirelessly to first responders over any wireless network and to multiple internet enabled Windows(R) devices simultaneously. The ICOP Model 4000(TM), ICOP's newest advanced surveillance solution, is the next generation transit/rail DVR system. The ICOP Model 4000 uses less power than traditional DVR's, which means less heat and translates into a more reliable unit with less downtime. In addition, the ICOP Model 4000 boasts many advanced and innovative features and capabilities, such as wireless file uploading and wireless video streaming, among many others. For more information, please view the following video presentations at http://www.icopdigital.com/why_icop.html and http://www.icop.com/veil.html, or visit http://www.icop.com/.

For more information, contact: For Investor/Media Relations: Laura E. Owen, President and COO Elite Financial Communications Group /Elite Media Group 16801 West 116th Street Dodi Handy, President and CEO Lenexa, KS 66219 USA Phone: (407) 585-1080 Phone: (913) 338-5550 ICOP@efcg.net Fax: (913) 312-0264 Lowen@ICOP.com http://www.icop.com/

ICOP Digital, Inc.

CONTACT: Laura E. Owen, President and COO, ICOP Digital, Inc.,
+1-913-338-5550, Fax: +1-913-312-0264, Lowen@ICOP.com; or Investor-Media
Relations: Dodi Handy, President and CEO of Elite Financial Communications
Group-Elite Media Group, +1-407-585-1080, ICOP@efcg.net

Web site: http://www.icop.com/
http://www.icopdigital.com/why_icop.html
http://www.icop.com/veil.html

Majesco Entertainment Announces 'Marker Man Adventures' for Nintendo DS(TM)Help Marker Man Find His Lost Doodle Dog This Holiday

EDISON, N.J., July 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Majesco Entertainment Company , an innovative provider of video games for the mass market, today announced Marker Man Adventures for Nintendo DS(TM). Developed by Glyphic Entertainment, this unique game based on drawing and physics challenges players to maneuver the charming stick figure, Marker Man, through 150 scrolling world puzzles in his attempt to find his best friend, Doodle Dog.

Players use the Touch Screen and stylus to draw geometric shapes-including lines, circles, boxes, triangles and pivot points-to create simple machines that help Marker Man advance through levels from point A to point B. Gamers use logic and can collect power-ups to help solve intricate themed puzzles set in underwater, outer space and ice environments, among others. Three difficulty modes and hidden areas within each level present unique surprises throughout Marker Man's quest to reunite with Doodle Dog.

Marker Man Adventures for Nintendo DS(TM) is expected to release this holiday. For additional information about Majesco's exciting line of products, please visit http://www.majescoentertainment.com/.

About Majesco Entertainment Company

Majesco Entertainment Company is a provider of video games for the mass market. Building on 20 years of operating history, the company is focused on developing and publishing a wide range of casual and family oriented video games on leading console and portable systems. Product highlights include Nancy Drew(TM), Cooking Mama(TM) and Cake Mania(R) 2 for Nintendo DS(TM) and Cooking Mama: Cook Off for Wii(TM). The company's shares are traded on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol: COOL. Majesco is headquartered in Edison, NJ and has an international office in Bristol, UK. More information about Majesco can be found online at http://www.majescoentertainment.com/.

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AboveNet Installs 1,000th Private Customer Optical Network NodeMilestone reached by industry leader in high bandwidth metro area networks

NEW YORK, July 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- AboveNet Communications, Inc., a leading provider of fiber optic connectivity solutions, announced today that it has installed its 1,000th network node, now part of the company's support for hundreds of private customer optical networks. These nodes support a broad spectrum of protocols such as packet based protocols like high-bandwidth Ethernet, digital video transmission, storage and mainframe specific protocols such as Fibre Channel/ Escon/ Ficon, and traditional SONET/SDH transmission. This 1,000 node milestone is a significant vote of confidence from its customers for the world class provider of private wavelength-division multiplexing (WDM) solutions.

AboveNet has constructed and now controls some of the most modern, high-capacity fiber assets in the U.S. and London, UK. AboveNet's deep experience in implementing and operating private WDM networks, its world class Network Management Center and excellent relationships with major equipment vendors all enable AboveNet to offer customers one of the industry's most aggressive SLAs (service level agreements).

"AboveNet is firmly focused on providing secure, scalable and low latency optical networks. Our history of listening to customers' requirements and translating them into unique, flexible solutions allows us to differentiate ourselves from our competition," said Bill LaPerch, President and CEO for AboveNet.

About AboveNet, Inc.

AboveNet provides fiber optical connectivity solutions for business and carriers. Its private optical network delivers key network and IP services in and among 14 top U.S. metro markets and London, UK. Its network is widely used in demanding markets such as financial services, media, health care, retail and government. For information please visit htpp://www.above.net, or contact MaryBeth Nance, Exec Dir Business Development & Marketing, at 571-262-2865, mnance@above.net.

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Raytheon Signs Mentor-Protege Program Agreement With Montana-based Firm

TUCSON, Ariz., July 2, 2008 /PRNewswire/ -- Raytheon Company and Sonju Industrial Inc. have signed a three-year Department of Defense-sponsored Mentor-Protege Program agreement to work together on several Raytheon programs.

Raytheon Missile Systems will mentor Sonju in the areas of lean manufacturing, information technology, human resources and quality systems.

"This is an excellent opportunity for us to help Sonju become a more valued supplier to Raytheon and the Department of Defense," said Mike Jarrett, Raytheon Missile Systems vice president of Supply Chain Management. "This agreement will pay benefits to our companies and our customers."

Located in Kalispell, Mont., Sonju Industrial is a small business owned by a disabled veteran. The company provides high-speed precision machining, process coating and assembly services. Under the agreement, Raytheon and Sonju will focus work on Standard Missile-3, Joint Standoff Weapon and the Non-Line-of-Sight Launch System.

"We are excited to work with Raytheon and learn from this global company," said Richard Sonju, Sonju Industrial president. "Raytheon's expertise will allow us to grow in many areas, particularly in sales and manufacturing capabilities. Mentor-Protege agreements are highly coveted, and I'm very pleased that we were selected."

The DoD-sponsored Mentor-Protege Program pairs large companies with eligible small businesses to enhance the proteges' capabilities. The program enables small businesses to successfully compete for larger, more complex prime contract and subcontract awards. In 2007, Raytheon subcontracted more than $1.8 billion of work to small and diverse businesses.

Raytheon Company, with 2007 sales of $21.3 billion, is a technology leader specializing in defense, homeland security and other government markets throughout the world. With a history of innovation spanning more than 86 years, Raytheon provides state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration and other capabilities in the areas of sensing; effects; and command, control, communications and intelligence systems, as well as a broad range of mission support services. With headquarters in Waltham, Mass., Raytheon employs 72,000 people worldwide.

Contact: John Patterson 520.794.4559 john_b_patterson@raytheon.com

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CONTACT: John Patterson of Raytheon Company, +1-520-794-4559,
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Web site: http://www.raytheon.com/

EPA recognizes Texas Instruments as a Clean Air Excellence Award WinnerTI earns recognition for Clean Air Technology

DALLAS, July 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) was among 11 winners named to receive the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's eighth annual Clean Air Excellence Awards for outstanding accomplishments in improving air quality and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The awards were presented recently at a ceremony in Washington, D.C.

There are four categories of awards: clean air technology, community action, education/outreach, and regulatory policy innovations. TI and Matros Technologies Inc., (MT) were recognized for innovative clean air technology they developed jointly, which improves abatement of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in semiconductor manufacturing.

"This year's Clean Air Excellence Award winners' dedication to creating a cleaner tomorrow is truly a breath of fresh air," said EPA Administrator Stephen L. Johnson. "From local to state governments, companies to citizen groups, these award-winners are helping EPA deliver healthier air and healthier lives to all Americans."

TI and Matros Technology initially collaborated to reduce emissions at three of TI's semiconductor manufacturing facilities. As a result of the joint research and development, the companies discovered added environmental benefits.

The installation of the Matros copper-chromium catalyst reduced NOx emissions and improved VOC performance. The catalyst installation made it possible to combine the low temperature of catalytic oxidation with the high thermal efficiency of regenerative heat exchange, providing three primary environmental benefits.

First, due to the much lower oxidation temperature, the regenerative catalytic oxidizer operates using 50 to 60 percent less fuel and generates approximately 40 percent less NOx. Second, due to the nature of the catalyst, greater than 99 percent destruction efficiency can be maintained longer, improving energy recuperation and reducing maintenance activities. Finally, using MT's catalyst reduces the volume of packing material disposed annually.

Additionally, this technology reduces the use of natural gas as well as materials and labor and disposal costs. The collaboration of TI and Matros Technologies has successfully reduced air emissions and material disposal at TI and can be applied globally to similar facilities in the industry.

The Clean Air Excellence Awards recognize and honor outstanding, innovative efforts that make progress in achieving cleaner air. The Awards were established in 2000, at the recommendation of the Clean Air Act Advisory Committee (CAAAC), a senior-level policy group that advises EPA on implementing the Clean Air Act. For a complete list of this year's EPA award winners nationwide, please visit: http://www.epa.gov/air/caaac/recipients.html

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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Zix Corporation CEO Rick Spurr to Present at Collins Stewart Fourth Annual Growth Conference on July 8

DALLAS, July 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Zix Corporation (ZixCorp(R)), , the leader in hosted services for email encryption and e-prescribing, today announced the company's chief executive officer, Rick Spurr, along with a select group of leading public company executives from varied high-growth sectors will present at the Collins Stewart Fourth Annual Growth Conference on Tuesday, July 8 in New York City.

The conference will take place at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel. Spurr is scheduled to speak at 10:30 a.m. ET as part of the Semiconductor/Software track. Additionally, Spurr and key ZixCorp representatives will be meeting with investment professionals at the conference throughout the day. A webcast of Spurr's presentation will be available http://www.wsw.com/webcast/clst/zixi/.

For conference information and registration, visit http://www.collins-stewart.com/.

About Zix Corporation

ZixCorp is the leading provider of easy-to-use-and-deploy email encryption and e-prescribing services that Connect entities with their customers and partners to Protect and Deliver sensitive information in the healthcare, finance, insurance and government industries. ZixCorp's hosted Email Encryption Service provides an easy and cost-effective way to ensure customer privacy and regulatory compliance for corporate email. Its PocketScript(R) e-prescribing service saves lives and saves money by automating the prescription process between payors, doctors and pharmacies. For more information, visit http://www.zixcorp.com/.

Zix Corporation

CONTACT: public relations, Farrah Corley, +1-214-370-2175,
publicrelations@zixcorp.com, or investor relations, Peter Wilensky,
+1-214-515-7357, invest@zixcorp.com, both of Zix Corporation

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

AT&T Answers the Need for Speed in Suffolk CountyCompany Delivers Supercharged Wireless Access to Mobile Applications and Interactive Content to More Places on Long Island

DEER PARK, N.Y., July 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watch video on the go. Surf the wireless Internet at DSL-like speeds. Share live video during a cell phone call. AT&T announced today these services and more are available on the third-generation (3G) mobile broadband network in Suffolk County which will also include the iPhone 3G launching on July 11. The AT&T 3G network on Long Island now extends from New York City through Nassau, Suffolk Counties out to Montauk Point and covers Fire Island, Shelter Island and Fisher's Island.

"AT&T is committed to delivering a superior network experience every time our customers make a call, send a text message or read an e-mail on their AT&T wireless device," said Jay Summerson, vice president, AT&T External Affairs for New York. "In 2008, AT&T plans to spend more than $200 million to enhance, expand coverage and capacity and grow the 3G network. Since 2005, AT&T's planned investment in the state has exceeded more than $1 billion."

With the addition of 3G technology to over 100 cell sites, AT&T's fastest wireless data network is available in Babylon, Huntington, Islip, Smithtown, Brookhaven, Riverhead, East Hampton, South Hampton and Southold. The network upgrade also gives students, faculty and visitors to Stony Brook University, Suffolk County Community College, Polytechnic University, and Southampton College of Long Island University fast and dependable wireless access to entertainment, news, e-mail and the Internet.

The 3G network was also been beefed up along the Long Island Expressway, Northern State Parkway, Southern State Parkway, Sunrise Highway, Sagtikos/Sunken Meadow Parkway and Routes 25 & 25A and along the Port Jefferson, Ronkonkoma and Montauk branches of the Long Island Railroad.

Benefits of the AT&T 3G Network

AT&T's 3G network provides the simultaneous delivery of voice and data -- a capability not offered by all wireless providers. With a compatible 3G device, consumers connect to razor-sharp clips through CV, an on-demand streaming video service, and can quickly download games, pictures and the latest music, entertainment, news and weather through MEdia(TM) Net, the company's mobile Internet portal. The 3G network can also allow customers to take advantage of groundbreaking services such as AT&T Video Share which allows users to share live video over wireless phones while carrying on a voice call. Road warriors can use their device as a wireless modem for their laptop and dial into a conference call at the same time.

"Mobile business users can increase productivity with quick access to large files, corporate applications or the Internet with AT&T's LaptopConnect," said Tom DeVito, vice president and general manager for AT&T's wireless division in New York and New Jersey. "All that's required is a LaptopConnect card or a laptop with embedded 3G service, software and an AT&T data plan."

AT&T uses HSPA/UMTS (High Speed Packet Access/Universal Mobile Telephone System) technology, which is based on the world standard GSM (Global Systems for Mobile Communications).

HSPA is the most advanced GSM data technology, providing average downlink speeds between 700-1700 kilobits per second (Kbps) for advanced devices. These enhanced speeds allow AT&T customers to download a 5 MB file in 25 seconds, a three minute song (about 3MB) in 15 seconds and a Ringtone that might take one minute and 45 seconds over slower mobile technologies -- only takes an average of 25 seconds on AT&T's 3G network.

With the new addition of HSUPA (High Speed Uplink Packet Access) technology, AT&T customers can enjoy uplink speeds between 500 and 1.4 Mbps. The new upload speeds complement AT&T's 3G download capabilities, which currently offer up to 1.7 Mbps across all markets for customers who have capable devices, such as AT&T's LaptopConnect wireless modems.

Equally as important as the network is the device through which a customer experiences it. AT&T's handset portfolio in company-owned stores is more than 75 percent 3G-capable -- and will be even more enticing with a fresh selection of 3G-enabled smartphones in the summer and fall of 2008.

AT&T's 3G network is now available in 280 U.S. major metropolitan areas. The company will deliver 3G service to nearly 350 leading U.S. markets by the end of 2008.

Customers who use a GSM phone, such as those offered by AT&T, can take their device and browse the Web and perform other data functions in more than 145 countries. They can make a wireless phone call in 200 countries and territories or on 75 cruise ships worldwide.

About AT&T

AT&T Inc. is a premier communications holding company. Its subsidiaries and affiliates, AT&T operating companies, are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and around the world. Among their offerings are the world's most advanced IP-based business communications services and the nation's leading wireless, high speed Internet access and voice services. In domestic markets, AT&T is known for the directory publishing and advertising sales leadership of its Yellow Pages and YELLOWPAGES.COM organizations, and the AT&T brand is licensed to innovators in such fields as communications equipment. As part of its three-screen integration strategy, AT&T is expanding its TV entertainment offerings. In 2008, AT&T again ranked No. 1 on Fortune magazine's World's Most Admired Telecommunications Company list and No. 1 on America's Most Admired Telecommunications Company list. Additional information about AT&T Inc. and the products and services provided by AT&T subsidiaries and affiliates is available at http://www.att.com/.

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Information set forth in this news release contains financial estimates and other forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties, and actual results may differ materially. A discussion of factors that may affect future results is contained in AT&T's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. AT&T disclaims any obligation to update or revise statements contained in this news release based on new information or otherwise.

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CONTACT: Ellen Webner of AT&T, +1-973-775-1321, mobile, +1-201-532-7292,
ellen.webner@att.com

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AT&T Answers the Call for Wireless Broadband in Lancaster CountyCompany Delivers Supercharged Wireless Access to Mobile Applications and Interactive Content to More Places in Pennsylvania

LANCASTER, Pa., July 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watch video on the go. Surf the wireless Internet at DSL-like speeds. Share live video during a cell phone call. AT&T announced today these services are now available on the third-generation (3G) mobile broadband network in Lancaster County -- including the iPhone 3G being launched on July 11.

With the addition of 3G technology to 35 cell sites, AT&T's fastest wireless data network has been expanded throughout the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch country including Lancaster, Manheim, Landisville and Millersville University. The 3G network has also been enhanced along Routes 30, 222, and 283 and complements the 3G network already in service in Reading, Allentown and Harrisburg.

"We are committed in providing a first-class network experience for our customers each time they make a call, send a text message or read an e-mail on a AT&T wireless device," said J. Michael Schweder, president of AT&T Pennsylvania. "This year AT&T plans on spending more than $60 million across the state to enhance coverage, capacity and grow the 3G network. Since 2005, AT&T's planned spending has exceeded $550 million in the state."

Lancaster is an area with tech-savvy consumers who want fast and dependable wireless connections to live video, web-browsing and e-mail. Many state organizations tasked with finding ways to make Pennsylvania more attractive to advanced-communications investments endorse the expansion of the 3G mobile broadband network.

"AT&T continues to lead by example with this significant investment in Lancaster County," said Kelly Lewis, president and CEO of the Technology Council of Central Pennsylvania. "Lancaster businesses are deploying some of the most advanced technology in many industries including agriculture, manufacturing, and defense technologies, and AT&T's 3G technology will greatly enhance and grow these capabilities."

"The National Grange and the PA State Grange have been advocating for expanded Internet services for rural areas for years," said Betsy Huber, president of the Pennsylvania Grange. "Pennsylvanians who live in our agricultural and rural communities want and need better access to high-speed Internet connections -- to conduct business, to learn, and to stay connected with each other and the world. We're glad that AT&T has committed to investing in Lancaster County."

Benefits of the AT&T 3G Network

"Mobile business users can increase productivity with quick access to large files, corporate applications or the Internet with AT&T's Laptop Connect," said Dan Lafond, vice president and general manager for AT&T's wireless unit in Pennsylvania. "All that's required is a LaptopConnect card or a laptop with embedded 3G service, software and an AT&T data plan."

AT&T uses HSPA/UMTS (High Speed Packet Access/Universal Mobile Telephone System) technology, which is based on the world standard GSM (Global Systems for Mobile Communications).

With the new addition of HSUPA (High Speed Uplink Packet Access) technology, AT&T customers can enjoy uplink speeds between 500 Kbps and 1.4 Mbps. The new upload speeds complement AT&T's 3G download capabilities, which currently offer up to 1.7 Mbps across all markets for customers who have capable devices, such as AT&T's LaptopConnect wireless modems.

AT&T's 3G network is now available in 280 U.S. major metropolitan areas. The company will deliver 3G service to nearly 350 leading U.S. markets by the end of 2008.

About AT&T

Cautionary Language Concerning Forward-Looking Statements

AT&T Inc.

CONTACT: Ellen Webner of AT&T Inc., +1-973-775-1321, Mobile,
+1-201-532-7292, ellen.webner@att.com

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

AT&T Expands Wireless Network for Syracuse CustomersNetwork Upgrade is Part of a Planned $80 Million Investment in Upstate New York

SYRACUSE, N.Y., July 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- AT&T Inc. is supporting its continued commitment to Syracuse area customers with the largest wireless network investment in the region since 2005. The company's planned $80 million investment in the upstate/western New York area this year will bring the planned four-year territory investment total to more than $250 million.

AT&T has delivered dramatic change to the network experience for customers in the Syracuse area -- a direct result of the company's ongoing efforts to expand and enhance its network operations and the synergies that come from being part of the world's largest communications company.

Part of the 2008 investment plan calls for more than 50 new cell sites in upstate. Locally, AT&T plans to double the size of its high speed mobile broadband footprint in the Syracuse area. AT&T's high speed 3G wireless network currently brings mobile broadband capability to customers in Clay, Cicero, East Syracuse, Fayetteville, Liverpool, Manlius, Minoa, North Syracuse, Solvay and Syracuse in Onondaga County. Later this fall, AT&T will bring its 3G network to additional cities and towns in Onondaga County, and expand to parts of Oswego County as well.

"AT&T's wireless network in Syracuse is better than ever. We aren't the same AT&T that you might have known years ago. Our planned network investment this year underscores our dedication to consumers and businesses in upstate New York," said Jay Summerson, vice president, External Affairs for AT&T in New York.

"We have not only enhanced voice quality and boosted our in-building coverage -- but we've also enabled our customers to work faster without wires -- and enjoy more robust speeds on their laptops and mobile phones," added Bob Holliday, vice president and general manager of AT&T's wireless operations in upstate New York.

The enhanced wireless network speed lets customers download a 5 MB file in 25 seconds, a three minute song (about 3MB) in 15 seconds and a ringtone that might take one minute and 45 seconds over slower mobile technologies -- only takes an average of 25 seconds on AT&T's 3G network. Equally as important as the network, which is now available in more than 280 U.S. major metropolitan areas, is the device through which a customer experiences it. AT&T's handset portfolio in company-owned stores is more than 75 percent 3G-capable. By year-end, the company plans to offer 3G service in nearly 350 major metropolitan U.S. areas.

For the complete array of AT&T offerings, visit http://www.att.com/ About AT&T

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

Cautionary Language Concerning Forward-Looking Statements

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CONTACT: Kate MacKinnon of AT&T Inc., +1-508-271-8442,
Kate.mackinnon@att.com

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

Nokia Wireless Loopset Enhances Mobile Communications for T-coil Equipped Hearing Aid Users

ESPOO, Finland, July 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Nokia today announced the Nokia Wireless Loopset, an accessory designed specifically for improved mobile communications for people with hearing aids. With a T-coil equipped hearing aid or cochlear implant, this practical device can help hearing aid users enjoy premium audio quality and hands-free operation of their mobile devices and other compatible audio devices. The Loopset is expected to start shipping worldwide in the first quarter 2009, with an estimated price of less than 200 Euros, before applicable taxes or subsidies.

"The Nokia Wireless Loopset provides hearing aid users with a hassle-free and hands-free connection to their mobile phones," said Peeta Piiparinen, R&D Specialist, Nokia. "Sound is amplified more efficiently, while the distance between the phone and hearing aid means that the possibility of interference is greatly reduced. The loopset filters out background noise, which increases speech discrimination, and offers excellent audio quality in a range of environments such as the car, office, or even in windy conditions outdoors."

Compatible with handsets that use Bluetooth connectivity, the Loopset enables mobile calls to be accessed wirelessly through the hearing aid. Key features of the Nokia Wireless Loopset include a vibrating alert, user adjustable sidetone level for enhanced clarity and control of own voice, and optimized volume range and frequency response. With ease of use in mind, it comes with a comfortable neck loop and a single button for call handling.

The design and development of all Nokia loopsets has been inspired and developed by Nokia employees who are hard of hearing. Nokia introduced the first loopset, the Nokia LPS-1, more than a decade ago. Prior to this, people with hearing aids had faced difficulties in using digital mobile phones in noisy environments or due to interference picked up from the radio transmission of the phone. The Nokia LPS-1 loopset was the first product of its kind in the world, enabling people with T-coil equipped hearing aids to use a digital mobile handset.

"At Nokia, we continuously study how we can better address the needs of people with physical, sensory, or cognitive impairments, so that also they have full access to mobile technology," said Mikko Haho, key engineer behind the Nokia Wireless Loopset, who himself is hard of hearing. "My favorite story was from the early days - probably 1998 or 1999. We were at a conference demonstrating the first Nokia loopset. A lady came up who seemed a bit dubious about the device, but we hooked her up with it. Next thing we know, her eyes are tearing up as she has a conversation with her daughter. When she hung up, she told us that this was the first time she had been able to have a phone conversation with her daughter in three years. That kind of response really motivates us to continue to focus on making mobile technology accessible for all."

Nokia has a range of products and related accessories to help improve accessibility for people with disabilities. A full listing of available solutions and support can be found at http://www.nokiaaccessibility.com/.

Notes to editors:

A full list of Nokia Wireless Loopset HS-67WL features is available at http://www.nokia.com/HS-67WL

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About Nokia

Nokia is the world leader in mobility, driving the transformation and growth of the converging Internet and communications industries. We make a wide range of mobile devices with services and software that enable people to experience music, navigation, video, television, imaging, games, business mobility and more. Developing and growing our offering of consumer Internet services, as well as our enterprise solutions and software, is a key area of focus. We also provide equipment, solutions and services for communications networks through Nokia Siemens Networks.

http://www.nokia.com/

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AT&T Keeps Insuresoft Connected With Hosting ServicesInsurance Software Company Selects AT&T to Support Future System Enhancements

UNIVERSITY PARK, Ill., July 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- AT&T Inc. today announced a three-year contract with Insuresoft, a leading insurance software vendor for the property and casualty insurance industry. As its primary provider, AT&T will deliver a portfolio of hosting services that keeps Insuresoft connected and "always on" for its customers.

Insuresoft will take advantage of AT&T's collocation services, housing its equipment at one of 38 AT&T global Internet Data Centers (IDCs). AT&T will provide scalable bandwidth to Insuresoft, ensuring the reliable power and connectivity that is required to support Insuresoft's services and customers. Both cost efficient and flexible, AT&T's solution assigns the optimal bandwidth that is needed to support network traffic and Insuresoft's Web tools.

"From the start, we needed a collaborative provider with the power and connectivity to ensure a top-notch experience for our customers," said Chris Blair, vice president of Product Management for Insuresoft. "AT&T has the complete set of solutions and capability to support Insuresoft's operations and paves the way for our company to evolve applications to a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) model."

In addition to expanded bandwidth and extensive hosting services, Insuresoft will benefit from the AT&T BusinessDirect(R) Web portal and management tools. This online platform securely provides access to applications for convenient bill payment and network data analysis.

About Insuresoft

Insuresoft is a Microsoft Gold-Certified independent software vendor delivering insurance software to the property and casualty insurance industry. Insuresoft offers a suite of products and services that are configured to meet the unique needs of managing general agents and insurance companies in North America. Insuresoft is a privately-held company headquartered in University Park, Illinois, and has offices in Alabama and Minnesota. For additional information, please visit http://www.insuresoft.com/.

About AT&T

AT&T Inc.

CONTACT: Bryan Blaise of AT&T Inc., +1-312-932-2831, bblaise@attnews.us,
or Mike Hernandez of Insuresoft, 1-866-299-1314, mhernandez@insuresoft.com

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

Diversinet Corp. Set To Expand Global PresenceAlbert E. Wahbe exercises 2,300,000 share purchase warrants at US$0.75 each.

TORONTO, July 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Diversinet Corp. (OTCBB: DVNTF), a leading provider of wireless data security infrastructure products and services, today announced that Albert E. Wahbe, CEO and Chairman has exercised 2,300,000 share purchase warrants for gross proceeds of US$1,725,000. The share purchase warrants had an exercise price of US$0.75 per common share.

Diversinet intends to use the new funds to continue its research and development programs and expand our sales and service activities. Sales expansion will include direct sales representatives, resellers and agents in targeted geographic locations to provide true global sales/service coverage for our authentication/security products and business application for health care and financial services.

The targeted global geographic sales locations are: - Dubai: Coverage for the Middle East. - Hong Kong: Coverage for Asia. - London/England: Coverage for Europe. - USA: Coverage across the USA. - Toronto/Canada: Head Offices: Coverage for Canada & Caribbean. - Sao Paulo: Coverage for Brazil. - Santiago/Chile & Mexico City: Coverage for (Spanish) Latin America.

Albert Wahbe, CEO and Chairman said "We are aggressively expanding our global sales and service capabilities to significantly increase our revenue opportunities and continue to enhance our long term shareholder value."

Albert E. Wahbe exercised 2,300,000 share purchase warrants into common shares. Prior to the completion of this transaction, Mr. Wahbe beneficially owned 5,225,000 common shares, representing approximately 12% of all issued and outstanding shares of Diversinet. As a result of exercising 2,300,000 share purchase warrants, Mr. Wahbe, beneficially owns, as of June 30, 2008, a total of 7,525,000 common shares and options convertible into 1,600,000 common shares, together representing approximately 19.3% of the issued and outstanding common shares of Diversinet, presuming the exercise of such options. After completion of the exercise of share purchase warrants, there are 45,617,783 shares issued and outstanding and 54,834,500 shares on a fully diluted basis.

Mr. Wahbe currently has no intention of increasing his ownership in the common shares of Diversinet other than pursuant to his employment agreement and through the exercise of existing options. Mr. Wahbe has an office at Diversinet at 2235 Sheppard Avenue East, Suite 1700, Toronto, Ontario M2J 5B5.

About Diversinet

Diversinet Corp. (OTCBB: DVNTF) is a leading provider of wireless authentication and access solutions that secure the personal identity, transactions and data of consumers over almost any mobile phone or handheld device. Diversinet's reliable; end-to-end MobiSecure Wallet and Vault products provide global, secure and cost effective solutions to mobilize personal health records, financial services transactions and identity protection management.

The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and Canadian securities laws provide a "safe harbour" for forward-looking statements. Certain information included in this press release (as well as information included in oral statements or other written statements made or to be made by the company) contains statements that are forward-looking, such as statements relating to anticipated future revenues of the company and success of current product offerings. Such forward-looking information involves important risks and uncertainties that could significantly affect anticipated results in the future and, accordingly, such results may differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statements made by or on behalf of the company. For a description of additional risks and uncertainties, please refer to the company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission available at http://www.sec.gov/ and Canadian securities regulatory authorities available at http://www.sedar.com/.

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CONTACT: Diversinet Corp., David Hackett, Chief Financial Officer, (416)
756-2324 ext. 275, dhackett@diversinet.com

New TI amplifiers reduce audio solution cost for flat panel TVs15-W Class-D amplifiers operate from 24-V backlight supply and drive single-ended outputs

DALLAS, July 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) today introduced its second-generation, 15-W, stereo analog-input Class-D amplifiers with single-ended outputs. These highly-efficient devices eliminate components to reduce total solution size and cost in HDTVs and other consumer audio electronics. Innovative features address single-ended design challenges to ensure robust and reliable audio performance in LCD, plasma and DLP(R) TVs and other home audio products. (For more information see http://www.ti.com/tpa3121d2-pr.)

Eliminating components to enable cost-efficient and compact designs

As industrial design and increasingly smaller form factors become standard in the HDTV market, manufacturers face increasing price and size pressures. The TPA3121D2 and TPA3124D2 address these challenges. Single-ended architectures reduce bill of material (BOM) costs and save board area by eliminating two LC output filters. To further reduce cost, both devices can run off the existing +24-V backlight rail in a LCD HDTV, eliminating the need for a dedicated power rail. The BOM for an audio solution based on these devices is extremely clean when compared to the competition, with OEMs typically seeing up to 25 percent lower cost. With greater than 90 percent efficient operation, the new amplifiers also eliminate the need for a heat sink. Eliminating costly components reduces overall system cost and allows for a sleeker design.

Providing robust and reliable audio performance

The TPA3121D2 and TPA3124D2 reduce the BOM and save board space while providing robust performance. The devices leverage TI's field-proven technology to solve the click and pop challenges typically associated with single-ended solutions. Along with single-ended stereo support, the TPA3121D2 and TPA3124D2's outputs can be configured in BTL mode to support 30-W mono applications, such as wireless speakers or subwoofers. In addition, the TPA3124D2 features a fast mute time of 30 us. Depending on the video processor, a faster mute may be necessary to reduce power-loss pop. To ensure reliability, both devices are fully protected with integrated self-protection circuits against faults, including over-voltage, under-voltage, over-temperature and short circuit.

Extending TI's portfolio of home audio offerings for HDTVs

The TPA3121D2 and TPA3124D2 join TI's offering of single-ended audio solutions for HDTVs and consumer audio electronics. In addition, to address the market shift toward I2S inputs, TI offers digital-input, closed-loop Class-D solutions such as the recently-released TAS5706. For customers requiring more sophisticated audio processing, TI also provides a complete line of high-performance processors. For more information, see http://www.ti.com/tas5706 or http://www.ti.com/tas3308.

Pricing and availability

The TPA3121D2 and TPA3124D2 are available today from TI and its authorized distributors. The table below summarizes the feature set, packaging and suggested resale price of these devices and the entire TPA312xD2 family.

Stereo Mono Power Fast Mute 1KU Device Power Power Supply Support Package Price TPA3122D2 15W 30W 10-30V No 20-DIP $0.99 TPA3121D2 15W 30W 10-26V No 24-TSSOP $1.45 TPA3124D2 15W 30W 10-26V Yes 24-TSSOP $1.45 TPA3123D2 25W 50W 10-30V No 24-TSSOP $1.75

The TPA3121D2 is pin compatible with the TPA3124D2 and the TPA3123D2. Pin-to-pin compatibility enables manufacturers to leverage a single-board design across multiple product lines. To order samples and evaluation modules (EVMs) or to download the Audio solutions guide, see http://www.ti.com/tpa3121d2

About Texas Instruments

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EDS Subsidiary Awarded $148 Million CMS Contract for Medicare Administrative Services to Northwest

HERNDON, Va., July 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- EDS today announced that the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has awarded its subsidiary, NHIC, Corp., a $148 million contract to administer Part A and Part B Medicare claims payments to health care providers in four northwestern states. The contract is for one year with four 1-year options and will serve approximately 54,000 physicians and practitioners and 233 Medicare hospitals within Alaska, Idaho, Oregon and Washington.

NHIC will provide a variety of important Medicare administrative functions for hospitals, skilled nursing facilities and physicians in the regions and will be the providers' first point of contact for the processing and payment of Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Additionally, NHIC will provide a wide range of additional administrative services, including: appeals, audit and reimbursement, provider enrollment, educational outreach, print and mail services, financial and accounting services, contact center, electronic data interchange, mailroom operations and medical and utilization review.

The contract will help CMS fulfill the contracting requirements of the 2003 Medicare Modernization Act, which requires the agency to transition Medicare fee-for-service claims from fiscal intermediaries and carriers to the Medicare Administrative Contractors.

"This is another step toward improving service to beneficiaries and health care providers as well as giving CMS greater oversight of the Medicare contractors that process and pay Medicare claims," said CMS Acting Administrator Kerry Weems.

"The breadth of skills and experience from EDS' subsidiary, NHIC, will help CMS achieve its goal of consolidating its benefits processing operations while saving money, promoting innovation and increasing operational excellence," said Dennis Stolkey, vice president and general manager, EDS U.S. Government and Public Sector. "EDS has been a CMS Medicare partner since 1965, and we are pleased with this opportunity to provide technical support in order to serve the Medicare and Medicaid programs."

NHIC is one of the largest Medicare Part B contractors in the country, already serving more than 150,000 health care providers in California, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Vermont.

With more than 7,000 health care experts supporting clients in 30 countries, EDS has provided support services to Medicare and Medicaid clients for more than 40 years, processing more than 270 million Medicare claims and about 1 billion Medicaid claims per year. EDS provides an array of technology services for CMS and Medicare contractors including data center services, maintenance of the Medicare Part B system, and non-base system support. Another EDS subsidiary, SafeGuard Services, provides Medicare and Medicaid benefit integrity services and fraud detection in 10 states including California, New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania.

About EDS

EDS is a leading global technology services company delivering business solutions to its clients. EDS founded the information technology outsourcing industry more than 46 years ago. Today, EDS delivers a broad portfolio of information technology and business process outsourcing services to clients in the manufacturing, financial services, healthcare, communications, energy, transportation, and consumer and retail industries and to governments around the world. Learn more at eds.com.

The statements in this news release that are not historical statements, including statements regarding the amount of new contract values, are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. These statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond EDS' control, which could cause actual results to differ materially from such statements. For information concerning these risks and uncertainties, see EDS' most recent Form 10-K. EDS disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

CONTACT: Ericka Floyd - EDS 703 742 1477 ericka.floyd@eds.com

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

Pestana Hotels and Resorts Selects MICROS OPERA Reservations System to Create a Single Image Inventory Solution

COLUMBIA, Md., July 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- MICROS Systems, Inc. , a leading provider of information technology solutions for the hospitality and retail industries, is pleased to announce that Pestana Hotels and Resorts, owned and operated by The Pestana Group, the largest Portuguese tourism and leisure organization, will commence the next phase of its I.T. strategy with MICROS-Fidelio Portugal with the implementation of the MICROS OPERA Reservations System (ORS) and OPERA Web Services (OWS).

Once implementation is complete, the reservation tool on http://www.pestana.com/ will be powered by MICROS ORS and hosted in a Lisbon Data Center. This OPERA module will provide tight integration with the three regional OPERA Property Management System (PMS) multi-property Data Centers which became operational in 2006 and currently support Pestana's 25 locations. Pestana Porto Santo and Pestana Sao Tome, which opened during 2008, were recently added to this multi-property configuration.

The OPERA Reservation System (ORS) is built around the industry acclaimed Oracle(R) relational database management system. It provides a thin-client capability to run from a centralized data center with extensive search engine and hyperlink capabilities. Unified with the OPERA PMS, ORS offers a single image inventory system. By combining the power of integration with an innovative array of functionality, Pestana Hotels and Resorts reservations agents and global sales staff have the tools to maximize bookings and optimize revenues.

"We are pleased that following the successful implementation of OPERA PMS, The Pestana Group can expand its partnership with MICROS to integrate a centralized reservation solution to manage its prestigious Pestana Hotels and Resorts," stated Dr. Jose Theotonio, Administrator of the Group based in Madeira. "The OPERA Enterprise Solution continues to provide the key technologies we require to continue to provide the superior guest experience for which our hotels are known."

"I am very happy that MICROS-Fidelio continues to successfully align our technologies with the current operational objectives of Pestana Hotels and Resorts," stated Kaweh Niroomand, President of MICROS Europe, Africa, and Middle East. "We are proud of our solid partnership that spans over 10 years, and we look forward to expanding that partnership even further."

About The Pestana Hotels & Resorts

The Pestana Hotels & Resorts chain, founded in 1972, mainly operates in the field of tourism. Besides the Pestana Hotels & Resorts chain, the group operates charter flights (EuroAtlantic) and runs travel agencies, golf courses and casinos, among others.

The group has invested more than R$ 250 million in eleven hotels since it arrived in South America at the end of 1999, located in strategic cities in Brazil and Argentina -- Rio de Janeiro, Angra dos Reis, Sao Paulo, Curitiba, Salvador and Natal, as well as Buenos Aires and most recently Caracas.

Currently, the group is the leader of the tourism sector in Portugal, with 75 units and over 7,000 guest rooms, located in Portugal, Brazil, Argentina, Venezuela, Mozambique, South Africa, Sao Tome e Principe and Cape Verde. This also includes Pestana Management of the prestigious Pousadas of Portugal.

New projects are being studied for expansion in Brazil, neighboring countries in South America and Europe and new openings have already been announced for London, UK.

About MICROS Systems, Inc.

MICROS Systems, Inc. provides enterprise applications for the hospitality and retail industries worldwide. Over 310,000 MICROS systems are currently installed in table and quick service restaurants, hotels, motels, casinos, leisure and entertainment, and retail operations in more than 130 countries, and on all seven continents. In addition, MICROS provides property management systems, central reservation and customer information solutions under the brand MICROS-Fidelio for more than 21,000 hotels worldwide, as well as point-of-sale, loss prevention, and cross-channel functionality through its MICROS-Retail division for more than 90,000 retail stores worldwide. MICROS stock is traded through NASDAQ under the symbol MCRS.

For more information on MICROS and its advanced information technology solutions for the hospitality industry, please contact Louise Casamento, Vice President of Marketing at (443) 285-8144 or (866) 287-4736. You can also visit the MICROS website at http://www.micros.com/ or send an email to info@micros.com.

The MICROS logo is a registered trademark of MICROS Systems, Inc. All other product and brand names are the property of their respective owners.

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CONTACT: Louise Casamento, Vice President of Marketing of MICROS
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Convera(R) to Create Human Resources Vertical Search Site for BNA

VIENNA, Va., July 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Convera Corporation , http://www.convera.com/, a leading provider of vertical search services for publishers, today announced that it has signed a contract with specialized news and information publisher BNA to build a vertical search engine for Human Resources professionals.

Vertical search sites, toolbars and widgets, aggregating and presenting the most authoritative Web content, are increasingly being seen by business publishers as a way of extending their brands into the essential workflow of their online communities. BNA's community of users will benefit from being able to use such tools alongside BNA's expert news and analysis services.

Convera and BNA are both members of the Specialized Information Publishers Association (SIPA).

About Convera(R)

Convera is a leading provider of vertical search services for publishers. Based on a semantic index of the Web, Convera enables publishers to generate additional revenue by creating customized search applications for specialist audiences under their own brand. Many of the world's largest publishers rely on Convera vertical search services to accelerate their e-publishing strategies, meet growing monetization goals and build loyal online professional communities.

About BNA

BNA is one of the largest independent publishers of information and analysis products for professionals in law, tax, business, and government, publishing more than 350 news and information services that cover the full range of legal, legislative, regulatory, and economic developments that impact the business environment. This includes many special information and research reports, targeted to specialized audiences. In addition, BNA PLUS is a full-service research and data division, providing research and document retrieval services that add to the value of BNA's publications for thousands of busy professionals each year. Visit http://www.bna.com/ for more information.

Convera Corporation

CONTACT: Matthew Jones, C.F.O. of Convera Corporation, +1-703-761-3700

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

YARMOUTH, Mass., July 2 /PRNewswire/ -- In a continuing effort to provide the best wireless service for local residents in Barnstable County, Verizon Wireless has activated a new cell site. The new site increases high-speed wireless data coverage and capacity along Route 28 in the western part of Yarmouth, Massachusetts, as well as the surrounding area.

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

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

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

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

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's most reliable wireless voice and data network, serving 67.2 million customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with 69,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications and Vodafone (NYSE and LSE: VOD). For more information, go to: http://www.verizonwireless.com/ . To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia .

Verizon Wireless

CONTACT: Michael Murphy of Verizon Wireless, +1-781-932-1213,
Michael.murphy@verizonwireless.com; or David Thomson of Thomson
Communications, +1-978-808-7700, David@thomsoncommunications.com, for Verizon
Wireless

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CSI Reports Record Results for First Quarter Fiscal 2009

PADUCAH, Ky., July 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Computer Services, Inc. (CSI) (Pink Sheets: CSVI) today reported record revenues and net income for the first quarter ended May 31, 2008.

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First quarter revenues rose 4.1% to $35.7 million in fiscal 2009 compared with $34.3 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2008. Net income rose 5.2% to $4.5 million, and net income per diluted share increased 7.8% to $0.55 compared with the prior year.

"CSI's record results reflected higher sales from CSI Data Services, ATTUS Technologies, McCoy Myers and Heartland Communications," stated President and Chief Executive Officer Steven A. Powless. "We also experienced growth in margins due to improved product mix that benefited net income. The acquisitions completed over the past few years have significantly expanded our client base and have been major contributors to our growth in sales and margins."

First Quarter Results

First quarter consolidated revenues rose 4.1% to $35.7 million compared with $34.3 million for the first quarter ended May 31, 2007. Processing revenues increased 1.8% to $25.3 million compared with $24.9 million in the first quarter of last year. Other revenues rose 9.9% to $10.4 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2009 compared with $9.5 million in the same quarter of fiscal 2008.

"Our outlook for fiscal 2009 is for revenue growth to slow in the near future as many banks take a more cautious outlook on IT spending," continued Mr. Powless. "We believe CSI will be insulated somewhat from a softening economy by our long-term data processing contracts that account for the majority of our revenues. In addition, we expect that our expanded suite of products and services acquired over the past few years have diversified our revenue base and will provide CSI with some resiliency in a soft market."

First quarter operating income rose 7.5% to $7.4 million compared with $6.9 million in the first quarter of the prior year. Operating margin improved in the first quarter to 24.0% compared with 23.6% in the first quarter of fiscal 2008. The increase in operating income and margin benefited from higher sales and improved product mix.

Net income rose 5.2% to $4.5 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2009 compared with $4.2 million in the prior-year period. Net income per fully diluted share increased 7.8% to $0.55 compared with $0.51 in the same quarter last year.

"CSI's cash position rose to $4.1 million at May 31, 2008, up from $2.2 million at February 29, 2008," continued Mr. Powless. "We continue to benefit from strong cash flow from operations. During the first fiscal quarter, we used cash to pay down long-term debt, increase our cash dividend and repurchase CSI stock. We bought 93,485 shares of CSI stock for a total of $3.0 million during the first fiscal quarter. In addition, we purchased $3.2 million in software and equipment, up from $1.1 million in the same quarter of last year."

About Computer Services, Inc.

Computer Services, Inc. (CSI) delivers core banking, payments processing, Internet, card services, risk assessment, fraud prevention, network management, and regulatory compliance solutions to over 4,600 financial institutions and corporate entities. Technology planning, local account managers and world-class customer service explain why CSI has been known as the nation's premier provider of banking solutions for over 40 years. CSI's stock is traded on the OTCQX under the symbol CSVI. For more information about CSI, visit http://www.csiweb.com/

Forward-Looking Statements

This news release contains "forward-looking statements" as that term is defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements except historical statements contained herein constitute "forward- looking statements." Forward-looking statements are inherently uncertain and are based only on current expectations and assumptions that are subject to future developments that may cause results to differ materially. Readers should carefully consider: (i) economic, competitive, technological and governmental factors affecting the CSI's operations, customers, markets, services, products and prices; and (ii) other factors discussed in CSI's Information and Disclosure Statements and other documents posted from time to time on the OTCQX website, including without limitation, the description of the nature of CSI's business and its management discussion and analysis of financial condition and results of operations for reported periods. CSI undertakes no obligation to update, and is not responsible for updating, the information contained in this release beyond the publication date, whether as a result of new information or future events, or to conform the statement to actual results or changes in CSI's expectations, or otherwise or for changes made to this document by wire services or Internet services.

COMPUTER SERVICES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME (Unaudited) (In thousands, except per share data) Three Months Ended May 31, May 31, 2008 2007 -------- -------- Revenues $ 35,699 $ 34,302 Expenses 28,297 27,414 -------- -------- Income before other income (expense) 7,402 6,888 Other income (expense), net (94) (115) -------- -------- Income before taxes & minority interest 7,308 6,773 Provision for income taxes 2,850 2,570 -------- -------- Net income before minority interest 4,458 4,203 Minority interest 12 45 -------- -------- Net income $ 4,470 $ 4,248 ======== ======== Earnings per share, assuming dilution $ 0.55 $ 0.51 Weighted average common shares outstanding, assuming dilution 8,080 8,252 CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (in thousands, except share data) 5/31/2008 2/29/2008 --------- --------- ASSETS Cash and cash equivalents $ 4,128 $ 2,249 Other current assets 19,804 20,083 Property and equipment, net 29,403 30,005 Software and software licenses, net 15,365 14,690 Goodwill and intangible assets 34,143 34,273 Other assets 5,635 5,413 -------- -------- Total assets $108,478 $106,713 ======== ======== LIABILITIES & SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY Current liabilities $ 13,731 $ 12,882 Other liabilities 1,968 2,015 Long-term debt 9,908 9,990 -------- -------- Total liabilities 25,607 24,887 Minority Interest 615 437 Shareholders' equity 82,256 81,389 -------- -------- Total liabilities and shareholders' equity $108,478 $106,713 ======== ========

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CONTACT: David L. Simon, Treasurer & CFO, Computer Services, Inc.,
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Web site: http://www.csiweb.com/

Microsoft Launches Consumer Subscription Offering That Combines Microsoft Office and Windows Live OneCareMicrosoft Equipt gives consumers powerful productivity and security protection technologies in a single package through Circuit City.

REDMOND, Wash., July 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Microsoft Corp. today unveiled Microsoft Equipt, an all-in-one security and productivity software subscription service for consumers. In one easy installation, the service delivers award-winning anti-malware protection technology and features to simplify PC management and help improve performance, the productivity tools people use to organize their lives, and online services that help make it easy to keep in touch with friends and family.

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Initially code-named "Albany," Microsoft Equipt offers consumers Microsoft Office Home and Student 2007, giving them the latest versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and OneNote for their personal and school projects; Windows Live OneCare, the all-in-one security and PC management service; Windows Live tools, such as Windows Live Mail, Windows Live Messenger and Windows Live Photo Gallery so they can connect and share with people they care about most; and Office Live Workspace, a new service from Microsoft that makes it easy to save documents to a dedicated online Workspace and share them with friends and classmates. Anytime a new version of Office or Windows Live OneCare is released, Microsoft Equipt customers will get the version upgrades as part of their subscriptions.

Pricing and Availability

Microsoft Equipt is $69.99 (U.S.) estimated retail price for a one-year renewable subscription. Each subscription will be good for three home PCs, making Microsoft Equipt ideal for families and individuals with one or several computers.

Microsoft Equipt will be sold in nearly 700 Circuit City stores in the U.S. starting mid-July 2008.

"With Microsoft Equipt we're improving our customers' computing experience by giving them essential software in a package that offers an easy install and setup experience, as well as a convenient and affordable way to stay updated with the latest versions of Office and Windows Live OneCare," said Bryson Gordon, group product manager, Microsoft Office.

"We are very pleased to be the first partner to offer Microsoft Equipt through nearly 700 Circuit City retail outlets throughout the U.S.," said Elliot Becker, vice president, general merchandise manager technology, Circuit City. "Microsoft Equipt delivers on an unmet customer need for an easy way to get the essential productivity and security software in an all-in-one package. And with the added benefit of getting the latest software as part of the Microsoft Equipt subscription, we expect this service to be a runaway hit."

More information about Microsoft Equipt can be found in the April 2008 PressPass interview with Bryson Gordon at http://www.microsoft.com/presspass/features/2008/apr08/04-18albany.mspx. More information about Microsoft Equipt can be found at http://www.microsoft.com/presspass/newsroom/office/factsheets/EquiptFS.doc.

Information about retail availability at Circuit City can be found at http://www.circuitcity.com/.

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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Zune Arts Unveils Graphic Novel Written by Steve NilesPaperback editions of 'The Lost Ones' available in July at select stores nationwide.

REDMOND, Wash., July 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Zune Arts, a creative collective curated by Zune, Microsoft Corp.'s integrated digital entertainment brand, today released "The Lost Ones," a graphic novel written by celebrated writer Steve Niles. For the Zune-commissioned novel, Niles was paired up with visual artists Dr. Revolt, Gary Panter, Kime Buzzelli and Morning Breath to take the reader on an epic journey through time and space. Each artist illustrated a different chapter of the novel, resulting in a blend of artistic styles that is emblematic of the unique creative collaborations for which Zune Arts has become widely known.

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A preview of the novel is currently available at http://zune-arts.net/lost. Two digital formats of the novel (PDF and RAR) are available free for download today, and visitors can watch the graphic novel trailer and previously released behind-the-scenes podcasts documenting the artists in action. In early July, 42,000 paperback editions of the novel will be available free at select comic book and retail boutiques nationwide. In addition, 1,250 signed limited-edition collector's copies with silk-screened covers packaged with artwork from the novel will be produced for select distribution.

"Working with these four talented artists on this project was a delight," Niles said. "Zune Arts was the gateway that allowed us to show what's possible when artists of different backgrounds and unique styles collaborate to create something larger than the sum of its parts."

"The Lost Ones" chronicles the adventures of four friends -- Duncan, Roxy, Rasheed and Cynthia -- whose seemingly harmless day of extreme planet jumping turns into a mind-blowing, white-knuckle race for their lives to get back home. They find that home is no longer where they left it and the alien race, hell-bent on destroying them, isn't getting any friendlier.

The graphic novel merges five distinct creative points of view to bring the story to life:

* Dr. Revolt, an original member of the historic New York City graffiti crew the Rolling Thunder Writers * Gary Panter, an illustrator known for his surreal and raw style * Kime Buzzelli, an emerging painter and fashion designer * Morning Breath, a Brooklyn-based art and design duo blending a graffiti style reminiscent of early '80s street art * Steve Niles, celebrated author of "30 Days of Night"

"We are excited to bring together a collective of like-minded individuals who are innovators in the artistic community and come from a diverse set of backgrounds," said Robert Schaltenbrand, brand manager for Zune at Microsoft. "The unique result of this collaboration is a genre-bending concept that transcends traditional graphic novels and delivers something new and exciting to readers and fans."

Continuing its tradition of connecting artists and their fans, Zune Arts will also be hosting several book signings throughout the United States during the summer. Tour dates and featured artists are outlined below.

From a program that started more than a year and a half ago with a simple animated sketch of a man and a bunny, Zune Arts (http://www.zune-arts.net/) has grown to spearhead dozens of collaborations with world-renowned and emerging artists such as M. Ward, Lily Allen, Bitstate, PandaPanther and FriendsWithYou to blur the lines between art, technology, commerce, marketing and entertainment. On two separate occasions, films from the program have been inducted into the permanent film collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York, which speaks to the talented artists and high-quality work being curated for the program.

In addition, Zune Arts offers weekly podcast feeds through Zune Marketplace, providing customers with access to some of today's most cutting-edge cultural artists expressing themselves through film, music, design, illustration and everything in between. The podcasts are available for free download, and fans can subscribe to automated feeds so the series is synced with their Zune devices.

Book Signing Tour Dates * July 16, Boston, Bodega: Dr. Revolt, Gary Panter * July 17, New York, Midtown Comics: Dr. Revolt, Gary Panter, Kime Buzzelli, Morning Breath, Steve Niles * July 18, Philadelphia, Brave New Worlds: Gary Panter, Steve Niles * July 19, Baltimore, Atomic Books: Dr. Revolt, Gary Panter, Steve Niles * July 20, Washington, D.C., Big Planet Comics: Gary Panter, Steve Niles * July 31, Los Angeles, Meltdown: Kime Buzzelli, Steve Niles * Aug. 2, Chicago, Chicago Comics and Quimby's Bookstore: Dr. Revolt, Gary Panter * Two dates and locations to be determined, San Francisco: Gary Panter About Zune Arts

Zune Arts is a program that values emerging artists and art in all forms and provides a platform for artists of all kinds to share their work. At the heart of Zune Arts are ideas about friendship, discovery, connecting and sharing, which will serve as both a guide for artists' work and an ethic for all Zune Arts does.

About Zune

Zune is Microsoft's music and entertainment brand that provides an integrated digital entertainment experience. The Zune platform includes a line of wireless digital media players, the Zune Marketplace online store, and Zune Social online music community. Zune is part of Microsoft's Entertainment and Devices Division and supports the company's software-based services vision to help drive innovation in the digital entertainment space. More information can be found online at http://www.zune.net/en-us/press.

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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Allscripts to Announce Second Quarter 2008 Results on August 5thAllscripts Executives to Speak at Two Investor Conferences in Third Quarter

CHICAGO, July 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Allscripts, the leading provider of clinical software, connectivity and information solutions that physicians use to improve healthcare, announced today that it will report its earnings for the three and six months ended June 30, 2008 after the stock market closes on Tuesday, August 5, 2008. At 4:30 PM Eastern Daylight Time on the same day, Allscripts management will host a conference call and webcast to discuss the company's earnings and other information.

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The earnings announcement will be distributed via PR Newswire immediately after the market closes on the afternoon of August 5th. The release will also be available on the company's website at http://www.allscripts.com/. To listen to the conference call broadcast, participants may log onto http://www.allscripts.com/. It is recommended that participants log onto the website approximately 15 minutes prior to the start of the conference call to download and install any necessary software. The conference call also can be accessed by dialing (800) 374-1376 and requesting the Allscripts earnings call. A Microsoft Windows Media Player web replay will be available three hours after the conclusion of the call for a period of two weeks at http://www.allscripts.com/ or by calling (800) 642-1687, ID # 54489944.

(Minimum requirements to listen to the broadcast are: Microsoft Windows Media Player software, downloadable free from http://windowsmedia.com/download/download.asp, an Internet connection, and speakers or earphones).

Upcoming Investor Presentations

Allscripts will present at the following investor events during the third quarter of 2008:

-- September 3rd at Thomas Weisel Partners Healthcare Conference in Boston -- September 8th at the Sidoti Healthcare Conference in San Francisco

The presentations may be accessed live or as archived files at http://www.allscripts.com/ under the "Company" menu (click "Investor Relations").

About Allscripts

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

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

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CONTACT: Dan Michelson, Chief Marketing Officer, +1-312-506-1217,
dan.michelson@allscripts.com, or Todd Stein, Senior Manager|Public Relations,
+1-312-506-1216, todd.stein@allscripts.com, or William Davis, Chief Financial
Officer, +1-312-506-1211, bill.davis@allscripts.com, all of Allscripts

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

Tower Semiconductor to Present at the Fourth Annual Collins Stewart Growth Conference

MIGDAL HAEMEK, Israel, July 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Tower Semiconductor Ltd. , an independent specialty foundry, today announced that Mr. Russell Ellwanger, Chief Executive Officer, will present at the Tenth Annual Collins Stewart LLC Growth Conference in New York, New York at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel.

Mr. Ellwanger's presentation is scheduled on July 9, 2008, at 1:00 p.m. EST, and will include an update on Tower's recently announced acquisition of Jazz Technologies . The presentation will be web cast live, archived for 90 days after the conference and can be accessed from Tower's website (Investors Relations / IR Events) at: http://www.towersemi.com/.

About Tower Semiconductor Ltd.

Tower Semiconductor Ltd. is an independent specialty foundry that delivers customized solutions in a variety of advanced CMOS technologies, including digital CMOS, mixed-signal and RF (radio frequency) CMOS, CMOS image sensors, power management devices, and embedded non-volatile memory solutions. Tower's customer orientation is complemented by its uncompromising attention to quality and service. Its specialized processes and engineering expertise provides highly flexible, customized manufacturing solutions to fulfill the increasing variety of customer needs worldwide. Offering two world-class manufacturing facilities with standard and specialized process technologies ranging from 1.0- to 0.13-micron, Tower Semiconductor provides exceptional design support and technical services to help customers sustain long-term, reliable product performance, while delivering on-time and on-budget results. More information can be found at http://www.towersemi.com/.

Contact: Tower Semiconductor, Limor Asif, +972-4-650-6936, Limoras@towersemi.com or: Shelton Group, Ryan Bright, +972-239-5119 ext. 159, rbright@sheltongroup.com

Tower Semiconductor Ltd

CONTACT: Contact: Tower Semiconductor, Limor Asif, +972-4-650-6936,
Limoras@towersemi.com or: Shelton Group, Ryan Bright, +972-239-5119 ext.
159, rbright@sheltongroup.com