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Ergotron Offers Hassle-Free Classroom Laptop Management with Affordable, Adaptable and Secure Carts

New PowerShuttle(TM) Laptop Charging and Management Carts provide organized and secure storage, charging and syncing of laptops, netbooks and tablets

ST. PAUL, Minn., April 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- As the use of technology for independent and collaborative learning continues to expand, managing 21st Century classroom technology has become significantly more complicated. Ergotron's new PowerShuttle(TM) (PS) Laptop Charging Cart and PowerShuttle Laptop Management Cart address the need for streamlined management of laptops and other devices in the classroom, through a trademarked charging solution, organizational convenience and security.

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Designed to provide teachers and school IT managers with a secure and adaptable system for storing laptops and other devices, managing content updates and effectively charging the units until ready for use, Ergotron's new carts can house up to 20 devices in bays designed to accommodate current and future technology. Once devices are plugged into the cart, the patented PowerShuttle Load Sensing Technology scans the current load in the system and automatically groups the maximum number of devices that can be charged at one time --optimizing total charge time and preventing overloading electrical circuits.

"Securely storing, deploying and managing laptops while making it easy for staff to use is just as important as buying the right technology," said Sheila Veschusio, education industry manager at Ergotron. "The spider web of power cords and chargers combined with the uncertainty of which devices are charged can be overwhelming to some and prohibit others from realizing the full potential of technology in the classroom. Our PowerShuttle carts remove this barrier and empower teachers to focus their time on the learning needs of their students."

Available in a managed model (accommodating IT hardware such as a customer provided WAP and standard 1U Ethernet switch) or charging-only model, the cart's unique design supports storing different laptop sizes and various device charging requirements. The universal design accommodates even the most uniquely shaped AC adapter bricks and wall plugs.

"Truly a 'plug and play' solution, load sensing technology means that instructors can have confidence that the devices will be ready for use when they are needed," said Veschusio. "For example, laptops can be incorporated into the morning lesson plan, collected and charged over the lunch period and then re-distributed for use for independent assignments in the afternoon without concern over security or available battery power."

Designed to withstand heavy use in a classroom setting, the Ergotron carts are constructed of a rugged steel frame, steel front and rear doors, molded fire-rated ABS exterior and locking medical-grade, dual-wheel casters. A robust two-point key and lock assembly keeps devices secure. The double-hinged, locking steel doors open 180 degrees to reveal storage shelves. Additionally, separate top and back compartments provide IT access to power brick storage. For enhanced user and equipment safety, the entire cart is tested and certified to UL 60950 and 1667.

Shipped fully assembled, Ergotron's PowerShuttle Laptop Management and Charging Carts will be available in North America, Australia, China and Japan in late April, and early to mid-summer in Europe.

The laptop management and charging carts are the latest addition to Ergotron's portfolio of device management products designed for education, healthcare and office environments. To learn more about Ergotron and its entire line of educational solutions visit http://education.ergotron.com/ or call 800.888.8458.

About Ergotron

Ergotron, Inc. is a global manufacturer of leading digital display mounting, furniture, and mobility products that have been improving the human interface with digital displays for over 30 years. This history of innovation and passion for differentiation is evidenced in over 70 patents and a growing portfolio of award winning brands--OmniMount, StyleView, WorkFit and Neo-Flex--for computer monitors, notebooks, tablets, flat panel displays and TVs. Ergotron's products incorporate patented CF lift and pivot motion technology to achieve less effort and more ergonomic motion for a healthier and more interactive user experience when viewing any digital display. Whether to enhance computing wellness or entertainment excitement, improve workplace productivity or create business process efficiencies, Ergotron's products are positioning your digital world. Ergotron is headquartered in Saint Paul, Minnesota, with sales efforts in Phoenix, Amersfoort, London, the Netherlands, Tokyo, and Singapore.

SOURCE  Ergotron, Inc.

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Ergotron, Inc.

CONTACT: Michelle Judd, +651-905-4870, mjudd@ergotron.com or Betsey Banker, betseyb@omnimount.com

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

Delphix Expands Agile Data Platform to Support Oracle Exadata

Latest Release Helps Enterprises Reduce Big Data Costs by 90%

MENLO PARK, Calif., April 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Delphix today announced the availability of several key Oracle enhancements in the latest release of its award-winning database virtualization software for agile data management. Delphix redefines virtualization for enterprises through the creation of a new virtualization layer for data.

As the market leader in relational databases, Oracle is a major player in the Big Data arena, and Delphix is designed to support high data growth and virtualized Big Data in the enterprise with support for Oracle Exadata. In addition to supporting new Oracle platforms like Exadata, Delphix has also extended support for legacy versions of Oracle databases to help customers upgrade and migrate from old to new. Specific new capabilities include:

    --  Accelerate data migration into Exadata: Delphix can now migrate its
        virtual databases to Exadata, helping customers move data from multiple
        sources into Exadata faster and more efficiently, reducing the time
        required to get Exadata working in production.
    --  Virtualize existing Exadata databases: Delphix can now sync with Exadata
        as a data source, enabling data backup, disaster recovery, and data
        distribution for development, testing, or data marts, while integrating
        with traditional backup solutions for tape archival.
    --  Virtualization Support for Oracle v9: in addition to existing support
        for Oracle v10 and 11, Delphix now supports virtualization of version 9
        of the Oracle RDBMS, originally released in 2001. This enables Oracle
        customers to extend their previous investments in Oracle 9, as well as
        easily upgrade to currently supported versions of the Oracle database.
According to Enterprise Strategy Group, managing data growth and database size is the #1 data management challenge for enterprises, with 51% of enterprises indicating that managing increases in database storage requirements is their top database application infrastructure challenge.

"Controlling the explosion of data growth requires new techniques for managing existing database solutions," said Brian Babineau, Vice President, ESG. "Organizations don't want to throw away existing infrastructure in order to move to the cloud--they want to extend that investment in ways that allow them to capture new opportunities with big data and new architectures."

"Investments in Big Data put even more pressure on IT budgets, driving increases in storage purchases," said Jedidiah Yueh, Delphix CEO. "Delphix helps relieve the 'Big Budget' problem by reducing the spending and redundant copies required to maintain development, testing, QA, integration, and operational reporting copies of production applications."

Unlike server virtualization products, Delphix eliminates the storage expansion driven by production databases and the seven to ten supporting copies created in most organizations, relieving budget pressures driven by Big Data. Ten copies of a 30 TB data warehouse would result in 300 TB of storage consumption on physical infrastructure but as little as 20 TB on Delphix. As relational databases incorporate Big Data components like MapReduce into their engines, more and more of the Big Data footprint will fall into relational databases, data warehouses, and their supporting copies, which Delphix streamlines and consolidates.

For more information about the Delphix Agile Data Platform, please visit: http://www.delphix.com/products/overview

About Delphix

Delphix provides database virtualization solutions for agile data management. Delphix software addresses the single largest source of inefficiency and inflexibility in the modern datacenter--provisioning, managing, and refreshing databases for business-critical applications. Leading global organizations use Delphix to dramatically reduce the time, cost, and risk of application rollouts, simplifying database operations by 100x, while consolidating redundant hardware by 10x. Delphix is located in Menlo Park, California, and is backed by Greylock Partners and Lightspeed Venture Partners, two leading venture capital firms in Silicon Valley. The Delphix Board of Directors includes founding board members for Oracle, Business Objects, Informatica, Riverbed, Imperva, and Avamar (acquired by EMC).

CONTACT:

AtomicPR for Delphix
Lindsey Pappas

415.593.1400
lindsey@atomicpr.com

SOURCE  Delphix

Delphix

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

The Sports Network Launches Corporate Site to Display Vast Array of Content and Technical Capabilities

HATBORO, Pa., April 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The Sports Network (http://www.sportsnetwork.com), the nation's premiere real-time source and wire service for sports content, has added a new business-to-business (B2B) site to their arsenal, aptly named http://www.sportsnetworkdata.com. According to the marketing and public relations department, business prospects, clients and millions of unique consumer visitors can see, and further grasp, the full extent of what awaits them when either visiting the site or reaching out to license a seemingly endless flow of sports content.

"Our users commend us time and time again, recommending others to join them when they want fast, accurate and plentiful content," stated Ken Zajac, Director of Sales, "and it is incumbent upon us, as a company mantra, to provide our client base with no less than that which is on our own site.  What we do, what we have, is there for all to see and absorb at http://www.sportsnetworkdata.com including continuous updates.

"Neither visitors to our site, nor prospects and clients, wish to maneuver their way through a maze of promotions, advertisements and features that are more self-aggrandizement than informative," Zajac continued.  "The fascinating thing about sites that have similar information, as with our branded/hosted environment, is that a loyalty factor kicks in and users/fans gravitate to the site originating in their area ... in each case those sites would be offering our data, graphics, features, special events, play by play scoreboards, injury and weather reports, even odds, on the games and everyone benefits.  It exemplifies the perfect win-win situation."

A company spokesperson added that whether clients choose to access a standard XML feed or avail themselves of the company's branded offering the content sourced is, for all intents and purposes, substantially similar absent the graphics in the latter instance.  Additionally, branded clients, of whom there are hundreds, are able to advantage specifically designed offerings of upwards of 60 special events packages such as the recent Masters, current NHL Playoffs and upcoming Olympics from London.

"Certainly," concluded Zajac, "sales are as much personality and the interaction between people, consideration of budgets and potential constraints as it is product.  But, our new site is a solid foundation for entry and opening up the door to establishment of an alliance."

Mr. Zajac went on to point out that, while TSN is constantly adding to its offering for potential and current clients, there are no incremental charges accompanying same as is the case with others who offer segmented content product.  The singular exception noted was the utilization of third party contributors as would be exemplified by a photographic source such as Getty Images.  Also, TSN has expanded its current global coverage to include soccer in three languages as well as cricket, with rugby to follow shortly. Industry-leading fantasy sports content, as well as expert video presentation commentaries are slated for the second quarter.

About The Sports Network

The Sports Network (http://www.sportsnetwork.com), North America's foremost international real-time sports content provider, furnishes a wide range of content on a 24/7 basis utilizing state-of-the-art technology that sets the tone and standard for the entire industry. From branded, hosted turn-key solutions to robust XML standardized feeds, TSN leads the way. Statistics to news, injury reports to instant scores, photography to animated gamecasts along with complete fantasy data, TSN is the answer to all media (radio, TV, print, digital, mobile or signage) and Internet needs.

For more information please visit http://www.sportsnetwork.com.

SOURCE  The Sports Network

The Sports Network

CONTACT: Maureen Galeone, +1-215-441-8444, Maureen@sportsnetwork.com

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

SecureState Partners with Qualys to Deliver Cloud-Based Security and Compliance Solutions

Clients to benefit from one-stop shop for consultative services

CLEVELAND, April 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --SecureState, a leader in information security assessments and protection services today announced a partnership with Qualys®, Inc. the pioneer and leading provider of cloud IT security risk and compliance management solutions. Under the partnership, SecureState will offer IT security and compliance cloud services from Qualys while providing its security expertise and consultation services to facilitate regulatory compliance and enterprise-wide vulnerability management.

SecureState, an Approved Scanning Vendor (ASV) and Qualified Security Assessor (QSA), will use QualysGuard's PCI Compliance cloud service to provide clients with ASV scanning services as well as automated submission of Self-Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ) worksheets. In addition, SecureState will use the QualysGuard cloud platform and integrated suite of applications to provide Enterprise Vulnerability Management (EVM) solutions for its clients.

Together, Qualys and SecureState will provide:

    --  PCI ASV Scans: SecureState, as an Approved Scanning Vendor, uses Qualys'
        QualysGuard PCI Compliance solution to perform PCI ASV Scans for their
        clients. SecureState provides PCI Guidance as well as attestation to
        passing ASV scans, while Qualys provides the scanning engine. This
        approach allows for an all-in-one PCI compliance package.
    --  Automated submission of SAQ: Qualys' QualysGuard PCI solution is
        packaged with automated SAQ submission functionality. SecureState, as a
        Qualified Security Assessor Company, works directly with the client in
        order to fill out the SAQ in a manner which meets PCI compliance. Upon
        completion, the entire process of submission to the merchant bank is
        automated through QualysGuard PCI Cloud Based Service engine.
    --  Enterprise Vulnerability Management: SecureState uses the QualysGuard
        integrated suite of applications, including vulnerability management,
        policy compliance, web application scanning, and malware detection, to
        provide EVM solutions to its clients. SecureState takes the entire pain
        away from organizations wishing to implement EVM program by assisting
        with the development of the entire program, which includes anything from
        business requirements and SLAs to the remediation of vulnerabilities.
"SecureState together with Qualys provides clients with a one-stop shop for consultative services and vulnerability management solutions," said Ken Stasiak, CEO for SecureState. "We are excited to offer these accelerated services to our customers."

"Secure State has a strong consulting practice with deep knowledge and experience working with companies and government agencies to deploy comprehensive security and vulnerability management programs," said Philippe Courtot, chairman and CEO for Qualys. "We are looking forward to working with them as they bring the QualysGuard services to their clients to help them effectively protect against the evolving threat landscape and expedite compliance."

About Qualys
Qualys, Inc. is the pioneer and leading provider of information security and compliance cloud solutions with 5,500+ customers in 85 countries, including 51 of the Forbes Global 100. The QualysGuard Cloud Platform and integrated suite of applications helps businesses simplify security operations and lower the cost of compliance by delivering critical security intelligence on demand and automating the full spectrum of auditing, compliance and protection for IT systems and web applications. Founded in 1999, Qualys has established strategic partnerships with leading managed service providers and consulting organizations including BT, Dell SecureWorks, Fujitsu, IBM, NTT, Symantec, Verizon, and Wipro. The company is also a founding member of the Cloud Security Alliance (CSA).

For more information, please visit http://www.qualys.com.

Qualys, the Qualys logo and QualysGuard are proprietary trademarks of Qualys, Inc. All other products or names may be trademarks of their respective companies.

About SecureState
The SecureState team is comprised of several specialties including:  Advisory Services, Audit & Compliance, Profiling & Penetration, Privacy, Risk Management, and Incidence Response.

For more information, please visit http://www.securestate.com.

CONTACT: Sabrina Powers, +1-216-927-8261

SOURCE  SecureState

SecureState

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

Former SEC Insider Jordan Thomas Creates Online Resource for Responsible Organizations and Courageous Whistleblowers

http://www.secwhistlebloweradvocate.com to Offer Straight Talk about How to Stop Corporate Corruption

NEW YORK, April 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- In response to recent corporate scandals, Labaton Sucharow LLP is launching http://www.SECwhistlebloweradvocate.com, an online resource created by Jordan Thomas, a former Assistant Director in the Enforcement Division of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Trial Attorney at the Department of Justice.  Using innovative videos, comprehensive legal primers and timely blog entries, the website will serve as a go-to resource for organizations striving to establish a culture of integrity and for individuals who have knowledge of corporate wrongdoing.

"After more than fifteen years in federal law enforcement, it became clear to me that law enforcement authorities cannot effectively and efficiently police the marketplace without the assistance of private individuals and entities," said Mr. Thomas. 

The new website is a natural outgrowth of Labaton Sucharow's longstanding commitment to corporate governance reform through education, litigation and public policy advocacy.  "Our firm has always believed that corporations can and should be the first line of defense for investors.  The problem is organizations often focus too narrowly on the mechanics of compliance and responding to misconduct rather than fostering an ethical culture that deters violations of the law.  This website is dedicated to helping organizations avoid this common problem," Mr. Thomas continued.             

The reality is that securities fraud schemes are often difficult to detect and prosecute.  Recognizing this, the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act established the SEC Whistleblower Program that provides significant employment protections, monetary awards, and the ability to report possible violations anonymously.

Mr. Thomas, who chairs the Whistleblower Representation Practice at Labaton Sucharow commented: "The SEC Whistleblower Program has the potential to revolutionize the way securities laws are enforced but being a whistleblower isn't always easy, glamorous, or lucrative.  Accordingly, this website is also dedicated to helping potential whistleblowers make the difficult decision about whether, how, and when to report possible securities violations."

During his tenure at the SEC, Mr. Thomas successfully investigated, litigated, and supervised a wide variety of enforcement matters--including Enron, Fannie Mae, Citigroup, and UBS--which resulted in monetary relief for harmed investors in excess of $35 billion.  Notably, he also played a leadership role in developing the SEC Whistleblower Program, including drafting the proposed legislation and implementing rules.  Leveraging Mr. Thomas' unique knowledge of the SEC enforcement process and, specifically, its whistleblower program, the website provides practical and in-depth guidance regarding the top-of-mind issues for responsible organizations and potential whistleblowers. 

Samples of the video tutorials on http://www.SECwhistlebloweradvocate.com can be found onLabaton Sucharow's You Tube channel.   

About Labaton Sucharow LLP

Labaton Sucharow was the first law firm in the country to establish a practice exclusively focused on protecting and advocating for whistleblowers who report possible securities violations to the SEC.  Building on the firm's market-leading securities litigation platform, the Whistleblower Representation Practice leverages a world-class in-house team of investigators, financial analysts, and forensic accountants with federal and state law enforcement experience to provide unparalleled representation for whistleblowers. 

For close to 50 years, Labaton Sucharow has been one of the country's premier law firms representing businesses, institutional investors and consumers in complex securities and business litigation.  It is consistently among the top plaintiffs litigation firms based on its rankings in Chambers & Partners,The Legal 500, The National Law Journal's Plaintiffs' Hot List, and Benchmark Plaintiff.  More information about Labaton Sucharow is available at http://www.labaton.com.

SOURCE  Labaton Sucharow LLP

Labaton Sucharow LLP

CONTACT: Steve Bodakowski, CJP Communications, +1-212-279-3115 x141, sbodakowski@cjpcom.com

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

DN2K Announces Virtual Operations Center for Instant Failover of Business and Industrial Systems

Allows for Secondary Operations Center without Disruption or Cost of Duplication

GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colo., April 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- DN2K (http://www.dn2k.com), developers of advanced machine-to-machine (M2M) remote monitoring and management systems, today announced its Virtual Operations Center (VOC) capability for critical business and industrial systems.

The new cloud-based VOC functionality allows customers to maintain a secondary operations center for redundant capability. The VOC provides an aggregated view and control of complex systems from multiple sources, or what is known as 'islands of technology', securely on smartphones, mobile pads or desktop computers.

"The DN2K approach is both powerful and unique," said Mark Meier, President of RFIP, Inc. and former Information Technology Director for the City of Oklahoma City. "The capability of maintaining continuous operations from a redundant location, without the need for duplicate hardware is of great use to our security, SCADA and industrial control customers."

Benefits of the DN2K VOC:

    --  Enables interim or fulltime operations without disruption
    --  Aggregates monitoring and control - Builds bridges to islands of
        technology and provides a common operational picture of systems from
        different manufacturers
    --  Utilizes HTML5 core technology - Future-proofs applications and extends
        real-time view and control of systems to secure mobile devices
"Companies have hundreds of networks and devices around the world, all from different manufacturers," said Susan Lambert, President and COO of DN2K. "The DN2K VOC solution allows them to have aggregated control from a secondary virtual location in case of an event that might normally disrupt operations. Customers get this continuity of operations while avoiding the expense of duplicating their hardware and software systems."

DN2K solutions are HTML5-based to allow for cross-platform flexibility and can extend the functionality, user interface and controls of operational assets, servers/networks, M2M, Databases, SCADA and industrial control systems to secure mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets.

About RFIP

RFIP's solutions include designing, deploying, and maintaining cellular and Wi-Fi towers, indoor and outdoor Wi-Fi networks, advanced routing and switching solutions, IP telephony and call center applications, network management applications, and network security services. RFIP serves the oil & gas, video surveillance/security and municipal markets. For more information please visit http://www.rfip.com, or call (405) 286-0928.

About DN2K

DN2K's expertise is in developing HTML5-based systems that can bridge the gap between islands of information in ways that remotely monitor, display and control important assets. DN2K brings visibility and control to a new level by offering a secure Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solution that performs real-time aggregation of data from business applications, global SCADA systems, M2M systems, sensors and probes from different manufacturers into single view. DN2K takes large amounts of data from sources throughout a business and turns that data into a highly visual information display accessible from laptops, smart phones and tablets, regardless of platform, and can be shared with others in real-time. DN2K utilizes HTML5 and offers unique "smart gateways" at a monitored site that participate in a collaborative cloud engine to provide superior automation with significantly reduced network bandwidth.

DN2K primarily serves enterprise, public works and municipalities, telecommunications, data centers, oil and gas, agriculture/agronomy, smart grid, utilities and industrial sectors worldwide. For more information, please visit http://www.dn2k.com or call Colin Lippincott at (888) 704-4344 ext. 7.

MEDIA CONTACT:

Glenn Booth

Booth Marketing
glenn@boothmarketing.com

(720) 253-5706

SOURCE  DN2K

DN2K

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

PROP(TM), Parago's Enterprise Prepaid Online Ordering Tool, Surpasses 500,000 Cards in 6 Months

PROP attracts dozens of new clients to Parago, processing more than 500,000 cards, $20 Million

LEWISVILLE, Texas, April 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Parago, a leading provider of end-to-end engagement management programs for consumers, sales channels and employees, today announced that its proprietary prepaid reward ordering portal, PROP(TM),  has achieved significant milestones in a mere six months since its launch. PROP has attracted dozens of new clients to Parago, and has distributed 500,000 Visa® prepaid cards totaling $20 million in issued or loaded funds.

PROP, an acronym for Parago Reward Ordering Portal, provides large organizations a central destination for ordering, loading, activating and customizing Visa® prepaid cards for incentives and rewards. The one-stop online destination is a customizable portal that makes the prepaid incentive procurement process simple for every business department and provides the much needed controls and ability to audit that corporations require. Whether it is a short run of cards used by Human Resources for employee recognition, or thousands of cards for a large-scale consumer incentive program, PROP enables all departments within an enterprise to procure prepaid incentives through a few quick clicks.

"PROP's overwhelming popularity right out of the gates confirms that it is a useful solution to the many large companies that struggled with the reward and incentives purchasing and procurement process, which historically required coordination of multiple contracts with a number of approved vendors, various pricing schedules and internal brand and legal review," said Juli Spottiswood, President & CEO of Parago.  "PROP's speedy growth is also an indication that prepaid cards continue to be attractive rewards vehicles, providing recipients with easy-to-use cards that can be spent anywhere the Visa brand is accepted."

Research conducted by Parago is 2011 showed that prepaid cards are the incentive of choice for employees. When asked what type of holiday gift they would like to receive from employers, prepaid cards came out on top with 57%, over gift cards, company-branded merchandise or cash. An overwhelming 85% of survey respondents said they would feel grateful if they received a prepaid card as a reward. When asked about their favorite features of prepaid cards, the majority pointed to the fact that prepaid cards can be spent almost anywhere and at multiple retailers.

"Prepaid cards have long been a reward in our toolbox at Silverleaf, for both customers and employees," said Anton Pomakov, Senior VP, Marketing, Silverleaf Resorts, Inc., a PROP client. "Now, with PROP from Parago, we are able to easily order cards from our custom catalog - across the organization - simply and hassle-free. The portal works for all of our applications - we can order one or many cards, reload and activate all in one site, any time of day. The flexibility PROP provides is great for our business."

Parago pioneered the use of prepaid cards for promotional incentives, and the payments vehicles have now become a staple in the industry. Parago provides consumer incentive and customer acquisition rewards to one out of every two US households, for several Fortune 500 companies and for some of the largest brands in America, and delivers seven of the leading global channel management programs, servicing more than 220 countries.

For more information, a demo or pricing on PROP, contact the Parago Prepaid Team at 888.219.7533.

About Parago
Parago is a leading provider of end-to-end engagement management programs for consumers, sales channels and employees, which deploy technology to drive better results. Parago provides services to many of the top companies around the globe. Parago has distinguished itself in the rewards-based incentives field for more than ten years by consistent reinvention of legacy approaches, introducing 27 industry firsts and receiving three patents. Parago issues more than $2 billion dollars in rewards every year, and offers the most all-inclusive approach to turn-key consumer, channel and employee management worldwide. For more information visit http://www.parago.com, the Parago blog or Twitter.

SOURCE  Parago

Parago

CONTACT: Erin Dolin, +1-303-204-4819, erin@fletchergroupllc.com, for Parago

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

The Puck is in your Palm with the Playoffs on your Smartphone

Never miss a minute of CBC's Hockey Night in Canada on the Rogers Live Mobile
app

TORONTO, April 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -From the first face-off to the final goal, Rogers wireless customers
across the country can root for their favourite teams while streaming
the playoffs live on their smartphones. With the Rogers Live Mobile
app, starting today, subscribers have access to playoff games beginning
with the opening round all the way to the finals.

"Canadians live and breathe hockey and at Rogers we're dedicated to
delivering world-class sports content for our customers who are just as
passionate about the game as we are," said Lawrence Kuo, Vice
President, Current and Next Generation, video and entertainment, Rogers
Communications. "Now you can be a live hockey spectator while you're on
the go or at the gym, watching every pass, hit, or powerplay on your
smartphone."

Available on Rogers smartphones through iTunes, Google Play and
BlackBerry® App World, the app streams CBC's Hockey Night in Canada* broadcasts of the 2012 playoff games. For a subscription fee of
$5/month, fans can enjoy unlimited hours of viewing until October 31st,
after which, users can stream 5 hours per month, with $1 per each
additional hour.

The Rogers Live Mobile app and RogersAnyplaceTV.com are the go-to
destination for sports fans with live streaming of Toronto Raptors,
Toronto Maple Leafs, Blue Jays games and Rogers Cup matches. Music fans have streamed live concerts from bands like
Coldplay and Foster the People using the app.

About Rogers Communications

Rogers Communications is a diversified Canadian communications and media
company. We are Canada's largest provider of wireless voice and data
communications services and one of Canada's leading providers of cable
television, high speed internet and telephony services. Through Rogers
Media we are engaged in radio and television broadcasting, televised
shopping, sports entertainment, magazines and trade publications, and
digital media. We are publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange
(TSX: RCI.A and RCI.B) and on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: RCI).
For further information about the Rogers group of companies, please
visit http://www.rogers.com.

*Hockey Night in Canada is the official mark of the Canadian
Broadcasting Corporation. All rights reserved.

SOURCE  Rogers Communications Inc.

Rogers Communications Inc.

CONTACT:  Kaili Lupp
Rogers Communications
416-935-4824
kaili.lupp@rci.rogers.com

Aurasma and The Gadget Show Live Partner to Create the World's First Augmented Tickets

BIRMINGHAM, England, April 11, 2012/PRNewswire/ --

   
           - **100,000+visitors able to unlock exclusive content at Birmingham NEC
                                     using Aurasma**

    Crowds attending The Gadget Show Live this week will be able to get even closer to
their favourite presenters with the world's first augmented reality tickets.

    Over 100,000 people are set to attend the event at Birmingham's NEC this week. By
downloading the free Gadget Show Live app or Aurasma Lite onto their smart devices and
holding them up to their ticket or show guide, visitors will get a secret Augmented
Reality welcome from the show's presenters, Pollyanna and Jason.

    The Gadget Show Live 2012 has teamed up with Aurasma, the world's leading augmented
reality platform, to create this experience and bring the show's magazine and tickets to
virtual life. Smartphone users are able to download The Gadget Show Live app or Aurasma
Lite and simply point their device at their Aurasma enabled tickets to see an exclusive
welcome message from two of the show's presenters.

    UK company Aurasma will also be present at the exhibition, taking place at the NEC in
Birmingham from 11-15 April and can be found at stand A130 in Hall 7.

    Martina King, Managing Director of Aurasma, said:

    "We are delighted to partner with The Gadget Show Live to bring the tickets and show
guide to augmented life. Using Aurasma technology, the app will present users with a whole
new dimension to the 2012 show - which is fitting as 2012 is set to be the year of AR. We
will also be exhibiting at stand A130 in Hall 7 and look forward to showing visitors the
new and exciting content we have to offer."

    Launched in June 2011, Aurasma is an application for newer iPhones, iPads and
high-powered Android devices. It uses advanced image recognition technology and augmented
reality to create, discover and share digital content embedded in everyday objects such as
printed images, products and even physical places.

   
    Links to Editors
    Aurasma (App Store):
    http://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/aurasma-lite/id432526396?mt=8
    Aurasma (Android Marketplace):
    http://bit.ly/tHibPU

   
    Aurasma:
    http://www.aurasma.com
    http://www.facebook.com/aurasma
    http://www.twitter.com/aurasma
    http://www.youtube.com/user/AurasmaLite
    http://aurasmalite.tumblr.com

    ABOUT AURASMA [http://www.aurasma.com ]

    Aurasma is the world's first visual browser - a new augmented reality technology that
merges the physical world with the virtual. Available as a free app for newer iPhones,
iPads and high-powered Android devices or as a free kernel for developers, Aurasma uses
advanced image and pattern recognition to recognise and understand real-world images and
objects in much the same way as the human brain does. It then seamlessly blends the
real-world with rich interactive content such as videos and animations called "Auras".
Auras can be created for printed images, product packaging, clothing, physical places and
users can even use the app to create and share their own. Since its launch in June 2011,
Aurasma has had more than three million downloads. Over 3,500 partners in markets
including retail, fashion, sport, automotive, consumer electronics, entertainment,
advertising and publishing are using the free technology in their campaigns, on their
products or embedding the technology in their own applications. Aurasma was developed by
and is part of software company Autonomy - an HP Company.

Source: Aurasma

Mischief, +0203-128-6600, Aurasma@mischiefpr.com, for Aurasma

QualiSystems Enables Manual Testers to Benefit From Automation Techniques to Speed Set-up, Improve Overall Testing

Users already report accelerated testing configuration time from three days to 20 minutes, increasing productivity results and reducing costs

SANTA CLARA, California, April 11, 2012/PRNewswire/ --

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    QualiSystems [http://www.qualisystems.com ] announced today the release of TestShell
4.7, the latest version of its end-to-end software framework for lab management
[http://www.qualisystems.com/site/content/t5.asp?Sids&PidQ4 ], device provisioning and
test automation. For the first time, manual testers will be able to incorporate automated
elements into the labor-intensive process of network testing, thereby simplifying and
speeding set-up, testing and completion time.

    With TestShell 4.7, some manual testers have already managed to accelerate set-up time
from three days to just 20 minutes, which translated to not only speeding up time to test,
but also increases in testing coverage, as a higher number of tests can be performed
without delaying release-time. TestShell 4.7 has broken new ground in testing with the
capability to directly launch customizable commands from the active topology diagram on
the computer screen. Time consuming provisioning tasks, such as restart equipment, upload
or upgrade versions, firmware etc. are now easily activated using automated commands
directly from the diagram on the TestShell screen.

    Through integration between the topology and Power Distribution Units (PDUs),
equipment can be turned on and off directly from the topology. The customer can benefit
power and cost savings as the lab equipment can be powered on only when in use. Other new
features include tapping via embedded Layer 1 switch control, which simplifies adding
analyzers to planned or active topologies to understand connection issues. Users can drag
tapping lines between the transmitter and sniffer similar to how they can drag the lines
to define connectivity between devices. GUI Automation allows engineers to control web
applications on all the major browsers including Chrome, Safari (5.0 and higher), Firefox
8 and Internet Explorer 9.

    "The TestShell Framework enables an increase in equipment utilization, lab performance
and significant test performance," says Eitan Lavie, vice president of product management
and marketing at QualiSystems. "With TestShell 4.7, manual testers can streamline the
testing process, even without the adoption of a fully automated platform, thereby gaining
quick control of lab equipment and reducing the time it takes to prepare the testing
environment."

    To learn more about TestShell 4.7 features and capabilities visit;
http://www.qualisystems.com/tsdemo

    About TestShell

    TestShell is an end-to-end enterprise software framework offering complete Lab
Management, Device Provisioning and Test Automation solutions
[http://www.qualisystems.com/site/content/t5.asp?Sids&PidQ2 ]. Used in the Networking
and Storage environment to manage and drive large scale testing labs, the framework
enables engineers to optimize lab performance and increase testing coverage while
expanding equipment utilization, reducing setup time and accelerating testing.

    About QualiSystems

    QualiSystems is a leading provider of enterprise software solutions for test and lab
automation [http://www.qualisystems.com/site/content/t11.asp?Sid˜&Pidf2 ], driving
innovation, efficiency and ROI. QualiSystems' TestShell Framework has already proven as an
industry-critical solution in North America, APAC, Europe and the Middle East, where it is
used by market leaders from a wide spectrum of industries including network equipment
manufacturers, telecom operators, data center providers, enterprises and electronics
device manufacturers. http://www.qualisystems.com

   
    Press Contact:
    Lynda Starr
    Vantage Communications for QualiSystems
    +1-973-386-5949
    lstarrr@pr-vantage.com

Source: QualiSystems

Pandora and Intel Unveil "Inside the Music" Program

Pandora Fans Explore Their Favorite Track Features with an Inside Look at the Music Genome Project

OAKLAND, Calif., April 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Pandora (NYSE: P), the leading personalized radio service, today announced the "Inside the Music" program, presented by Intel. The Inside the Music program goes behind-the-scenes of the Pandora Music Genome Project, giving listeners interactive, in-depth views of the music they love. The year-long program will be available at http://www.pandora.com/insidethemusic.

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The Inside the Music program will explore six musical genres - rock, R&B, electronica, rap, country and classical - and the unique characteristics of each genre as they are categorized within the Music Genome Project. The proprietary Music Genome Project now over twelve years in the making, is a sophisticated, hand-built taxonomy of musical DNA.  The professional musicians that make up the team of Music Analysts at Pandora analyze and add tracks to the Music Genome Project one-by-one, identifying up to 450 musical attributes per recording.

Pandora Founder and Chief Strategy Officer Tim Westergren said, "For more than a decade, we have been capturing in great detail every aspect that gives a song its unique character, whether it's the melody, harmony, rhythm, instrumentation, vocal performance, lyrics or more.  We're pleased to partner with Intel to give people a unique opportunity to discover even more about the music and artists they love."

"Entertainment, and specifically music, will be a big push for us in our advertising focus in 2012.  We're targeting a younger audience than we have in the past as we feel they tend to influence not only like-minded individuals, but also those outside their direct peer group. To be effective with that audience we need to help create experiences for them that are compelling and worthy of sharing across their social graph. As the first brand to bring the Pandora Music Genome Project to life through the Inside the Music program, we are creating a memorable music experience for consumers," said David Veneski, U.S. Media Director, Intel Corp.

Listeners will learn about the analyzed track features of their favorite songs and musicians through educational audio shows, custom stations and interactive descriptions of the featured tracks. Also for the first time ever, the program will enable listeners to launch new Pandora stations based on a specific track feature such as guitar effects, chromatic harmonic structure and vocal harmony.

The Inside the Music program, presented by Intel, will target select adults ages 18-34 that are utilizing one of Pandora's most popular features, the "thumbs-up" option. When a targeted listener thumbs-up a song they will see and hear an advertisement that will tell them about the Inside the Music program.

ABOUT PANDORA

Pandora (NYSE: P) gives people music they love anytime, anywhere, through connected devices. (OK, we've added comedy as well so we're also up for playing some jokes you'll love.) Personalized stations launch instantly with the input of a single "seed" - a favorite artist, song or genre. The Music Genome Project®, a deeply detailed hand-built musical taxonomy, powers the personalization of Pandora® internet radio by using musicological "DNA" and constant listener feedback to craft personalized stations from a growing collection of hundreds of thousands of recordings. Tens of millions of people in the U.S. turn on Pandora to hear music they love.  http://www.pandora.com. 

SOURCE  Pandora

Pandora

CONTACT: Deborah Roth or Francisca Fanucchi, both of Pandora Communications and Public Relations, +1-510-842-6996, press@pandora.com; or Dominic Paschel, VP, Corporate Finance and Investor Relations, +1-510-842-6960, investor@pandora.com

Voip-Pal.Com Inc. in Final Negotiations to Make Acquisition of Intellectual Property

BELLEVUE, Wash., April 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Voip-Pal.Com Inc. ("Voip-Pal") (OTC Pink sheets: VPLM), a leading edge international VoIP telecom company, is pleased to announce that it is in the final stages of negotiations to acquire Intellectual Property (IP) pertaining to both wholesale and retail VoIP applications.  This acquisition will greatly enhance shareholder value and contribute to significant revenue growth for Voip-Pal.Com.

The IP pertains to patents which are VoIP related for Mobile applications, gateways, billing and much more.  All of the patents are currently in use in the highly profitable VoIP services market which is projected to hit $74.5 billion in 2015.(1)

"As part of our overall strategy to generate increased revenues, Voip-Pal has been looking to acquire significant VoIP proprietary technology," states Dennis Chang, President of Voip-Pal.  "By owning this new IP, our company will immediately vault to the forefront of VoIP technology.  We are excited to soon begin a totally new revenue stream through the licensing of these landmark patents. A final agreement is subject to customary closing conditions and will be announced upon completion."

About Voip-Pal.Com Inc.

Voip-Pal.Com Inc. is a broadband VoIP telecom company offering local and long distance VoIP services to consumers and business owners.  The company also provides VoIP communication and reseller solutions for its partners.  Voip-Pal.Com Inc. is the enabler of international calls using VoIP technology on the internet, smart cell phones and PC Tablets.  Voip-Pal's goal is to provide a quality, high-speed and cost-effective telephone solution for the casual and business international traveler who must rely on their smartphones, laptops or tablets in order to communicate.

    Retail
     Website:     www.pointsphone.com
    Corporate
     Website:     www.voip-pal.com
    Company        Dennis Chang, CEO: dtchang@voip-
     Contact:      pal.com
    IR inquiries:  chanelle@voip-pal.com  or
                   info@voip-pal.com
    Stock Quote:  http://www.otcmarkets.com/stock/VPLM/quote

    Share
     Structure:
                  Shares Outstanding:                 291,338,360 (As of December 31, 2011)
                  Float:                              249,698,360 (As of December 31, 2011)
                  Authorized Shares:                  500,000,000 (As of December 31, 2011)
All statements contained in this news release, other than those identifying historical facts, constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and the Safe Harbor provisions as contained in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking statements relating to the Company's future expectations, including but not limited to revenues and earnings, technology efficacy, strategies and plans, are subject to safe harbors protection. Actual Company results and performance may be materially different from any future results, performance, strategies, plans, or achievements that may be expressed or implied by any such forward-looking statements. The Company disclaims any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements.

(1) http://www.infonetics.com/pr/2011/2H10-VoIP-and-UC-Services-Market-Highlights.asp

SOURCE  Voip-Pal.Com Inc.

Voip-Pal.Com Inc.

Web Site: http://www.voip-pal.com

Bisk Education Launches New CPA Review E-Books for Kindle

Most Trusted CPA Exam Review Textbook Since 1971 Is Now Available on Amazon Kindle

TAMPA, Fla., April 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Bisk Education is proud to announce a convenient new way to prepare for the CPA exam that fits today's busy, on-the-go lifestyles. The same exceptional textbook component of the Bisk CPA Review that has helped over 150,000 candidates pass the CPA exam can now be delivered automatically to your Amazon Kindle or any mobile device equipped with the free Kindle Reading App. Backed by leading accounting experts, Bisk CPA Review has long-offered the comprehensive content of a live review course with the flexibility of self-paced online study, and now the textbook portion of the review is available for your Kindle e-reader.

Bisk's CPA Exam Review e-book for Kindle is particularly well-suited for CPA candidates who wish to avoid lugging around exam review textbooks, but may not have Internet access available wherever they go. Just like Bisk's other online CPA review products, these CPA Review e-books include a recommended week-by-week training schedule, thousands of review questions with correct and incorrect answers explained, Bisk's exclusive Solutions Approach to problem-solving which demonstrates how to answer questions for maximum points from scorers, and so much more.

"We constantly challenge ourselves to stay ahead of the technology curve in order to continue serving our mission of helping candidates pass the CPA exam the very first time they sit," said Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing Adrian Marrullier. "With the addition of our CPA Review e-book for Kindle, we now offer the perfect complement to our online and classic CPA review products."

Ordering is easy and delivery is instantaneous. To learn more and purchase Bisk CPA Review e-books for Kindle, visit the following Amazon product pages:

    --  Auditing & Attestation
    --  Financial Accounting & Reporting
    --  Regulation
    --  Business Environment & Concepts
* Amazon and Kindle are registered trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc.

About Bisk Education, Inc.

Founded in 1971 by Nathan M. Bisk, JD, CPA (FL), Bisk Education is the world's largest exclusive provider of professional education online. With its CPA Review, CPE, and University Alliance divisions, Bisk Education has more than 450,000 enrollments, has awarded more than 12 million credit hours, and has helped more than 150,000 candidates pass the CPA exam - including Elijah Watt Sells Gold Medal winner John McInnis, who achieved a perfect score!

Contact Information

Sandy Levine, Vice President of Marketing Services

Bisk Education

9417 Princess Palm Avenue, Tampa, FL 33619

813-621-6200

This press release was issued through eReleases(R).  For more information, visit eReleases Press Release Distribution at http://www.ereleases.com.

SOURCE  Bisk Education, Inc.

Bisk Education, Inc.

Level 3 Voice Services Enable Nationwide Reach for Leading Mobile Communications App textPlus

textPlus Allows Users to Send and Receive Text Messages and Phone Calls via IP Connection over Level 3 Network

BROOMFIELD, Colo., April 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Level 3 Communications, Inc. (NYSE: LVLT) today announced that it has been selected by textPlus, a California-based developer of free mobile communications, to help expand its business nationwide. By providing next generation IP-based voice and messaging services, including short message service (SMS) and telephone number services, Level 3 is a key contributor to the services textPlus provides. The application enables users to send and receive text messages and voice calls from a variety of connected devices including smartphones and tablets, and is widely offered on platforms including Android, iOS and Windows Phone.

(Logo:  http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20111004/LA77008LOGO)

"textPlus aims to efficiently deliver a next-generation texting and calling experience to more people across more devices - for free or at an exceptionally low cost," said Scott Lahman, Founder and CEO of textPlus. "For that, we needed a provider with the right combination of services, scale and nationwide reach to meet our demand, and we found that with Level 3."

Traditionally, to send or receive text message or phone calls, a user would need a phone with SMS (text) capability. With textPlus, users are given a phone number, regardless of whether they have access to a mobile phone. This number enables them to send and receive text messages and phone calls across multiple devices (smartphones, tablets and iDevices) via any wireless Internet or data connection. The service is ad-supported and always lets users communicate with others on textPlus for free.

To enable this next generation mobile service, textPlus will leverage Level 3's deep, scalable, national fiber-based voice network as well as the company's telephone number services and SMS services.

"The Level 3 network is designed to enable a full range of communications services on a global scale with the flexibility to adapt to new technology," said Sara Baack, senior vice president of Voice and Collaboration Services for Level 3. "textPlus is a great example of our commitment to fostering technological innovation by working with our customers to develop the reliable network solutions they need to monetize their ideas and ultimately grow their businesses."

Level 3's owned-and-operated U.S. nationwide network infrastructure is engineered to meet the most demanding standards for voice services. For more information, please visit http://www.level3.com/Products-and-Services/Voice.aspx.

About Level 3 Communications
Level 3 Communications, Inc. (NYSE: LVLT) is a premier global provider of IP-based communications services to enterprise, content, government and wholesale customers. Over its reliable, scalable and secure network, Level 3 delivers integrated IP solutions, including converged, data, voice, video and managed solutions to help enable customers' growth and efficiency. Level 3 operates a unique global services platform anchored by owned fiber networks on three continents in more than 45 countries, connected by extensive undersea facilities. For more information, visit http://www.level3.com.

About textPlus
textPlus is a leading provider of free mobile communications worldwide. Over 27 million people have downloaded textPlus to text and talk for free on iOS, Android and Windows phones and devices. The company was founded in 2007 and backed by leading VC firms Matrix Partners, GRP Partners, and Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers. For more information, visit http://www.textplus.com.

© Level 3 Communications, LLC. All Rights Reserved. Level 3, Level 3 Communications and the Level 3 Logo are either registered service marks or service marks of Level 3 Communications, LLC and/or one of its Affiliates in the United States and/or other countries.  Any other service names, product names, company names or logos included herein are the trademarks or service marks of their respective owners. Level 3 services are provided by subsidiaries of Level 3 Communications, Inc.

Website Access to Company Information
Level 3 maintains a corporate website at http://www.level3.com, and you can find additional information about the company through the Investors pages on that website at http://lvlt.client.shareholder.com/. Level 3 uses its website as a channel of distribution of important information about the company. Level 3 routinely posts financial and other important information regarding the company and its business, financial condition and operations on the Investor Relations web pages.

Visitors to the Investors Relations web pages can view and print copies of Level 3's SEC filings, including periodic and current reports on Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, as soon as reasonably practicable after those filings are made with the SEC.

Copies of the charters for each of the Audit, Compensation and Nominating and Governance committees of Level 3's Board of Directors, its Corporate Governance Guidelines, Code of Ethics, press releases and analysts and investor conference presentations are all available through the Investor Relations web pages.

Please note that the information contained on any of Level 3's websites is not incorporated by reference in, or considered to be a part of, any document unless expressly incorporated by reference in that document.

Forward-Looking Statement
Some statements made in this press release are forward-looking in nature and are based on management's current expectations or beliefs. These forward-looking statements are not a guarantee of performance and are subject to a number of uncertainties and other factors, many of which are outside Level 3's control, which could cause actual events to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the statements. Important factors that could prevent Level 3 from achieving its stated goals include, but are not limited to, the company's ability to: successfully integrate the Global Crossing acquisition or otherwise realize the anticipated benefits thereof; manage risks associated with continued uncertainty in the global economy; obtain additional financing, particularly in the event of disruptions in the financial markets; manage continued or accelerated decreases in market pricing for communications services; maintain and increase traffic on its network; develop and maintain effective business support systems; manage system and network failures or disruptions; develop new services that meet customer demands and generate acceptable margins; adapt to rapid technological changes that could adversely affect the company's competitiveness; defend intellectual property and proprietary rights; obtain capacity for its network from other providers and interconnect its network with other networks on favorable terms; attract and retain qualified management and other personnel; successfully integrate future acquisitions; effectively manage political, legal, regulatory, foreign currency and other risks it is exposed to due to its substantial international operations; mitigate its exposure to contingent liabilities; and meet all of the terms and conditions of its debt obligations. Additional information concerning these and other important factors can be found within Level 3's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Statements in this press release should be evaluated in light of these important factors. Level 3 is under no obligation to, and expressly disclaims any such obligation to, update or alter its forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

Contact Information

    Media:                   Investors:
    Francie Bauer            Mark Stoutenberg
    +1 720-888-5434          +1 720-888-2518
    Francie.Bauer@Level3.com Mark.Stoutenberg@Level3.com
SOURCE  Level 3 Communications, Inc.

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Level 3 Communications, Inc.

Web Site: http://www.level3.com

Tipard Newly Updated iPad Products: Totally Support the New iPad

BEIJING, April 11, 2012 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- Tipard offers an array of products that support the new iPad. Since Apple launched the new iPad, many people have been charmed by its amazing appearance and usability. Users can enjoy movies, listen to music, take photos and read ePub/PDF books anywhere and anytime with the new iPad. At the same time, the Tipard team works day and night to update all iPad related products, which now provide full support to the new iPad and provide you with a more convenient and colorful iPad experience.

Tipard iPad Transfer is the most popular and professional iPad file manager. You can easily import local movies, songs, photos, ePub books and other content to your iPad. Plus, you can export iPad files to your computer for further use, such as music/movie/pictures/TV Shows/Podcast/iTunes U/eBooks/Camera Roll/Ringtone/SMS/Contacts/Voice memos/Camera shot files. Furthermore, Tipard iPad Transfer supports connecting multiple Apple devices simultaneously, thus you can transfer your iPad files to iPhone, iPod, iPad 2 or the new iPad for more sharing.

Conversion is an essential function if you want to enjoy various DVD movies on your iPad. Tipard DVD to iPad Converter can rip DVD discs to iPad MP4, MOV, H.264, M4V formats, even the New iPad H.264 HD video. So, you can watch various HD DVD movies on the new iPad anywhere.

Tipard iPad Video Converter is also a star product for iPad users. It can convert almost all popular video formats to iPad compatible formats. Also, you can extract audio from any video and convert it to any audio format according to your need. Apart from the basic conversion function, you can make personalized video with the powerful editing functions. It is available for only $42, for more detailed information and to get the free trial version, please visit: http://www.tipard.com/ipad-video-converter.html

System Requirement for Windows Products:

OS Supported: Windows NT4/2000/2003/XP and Windows Vista, Windows 7
CPU: 800MHz Intel or AMD CPU, or above
RAM: 512MB RAM or more

About Tipard Studio

As a leading player in the multimedia software field, Tipard Studio always takes bringing multimedia users the best software around as its responsibility and keeps being innovative and competitive. With advanced technologies and a first-class R&D team, it has constantly developed many excellent multimedia desktop applications, which are very popular among Windows and Mac users. For more details about Tipard Studio, please visit: http://www.tipard.com.

SOURCE  Harbour Software

Harbour Software

CONTACT: Eric Smith, +86-13260286758, pr@tipard.com

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

Trunkbow and China Unicom to Bring Mobile Payments to Sichuan Province

Companies Launch MPS Identification and Payment Solution for Approximately 5.5 Million China Unicom Subscribers

BEIJING, April 11, 2012 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- Trunkbow International Holdings Limited (NASDAQ: TBOW) ("Trunkbow" or the "Company"), a leading provider of Mobile Payment Solutions ("MPS") and Mobile Value Added Solutions ("MVAS") in China, today announced that it has extended its cooperation with China Unicom through the deployment of a new terminal-based MPS platform in Sichuan Province. Implementation of the platform began in the first quarter of 2012, and services are expected to launch in the second or third quarter.

"This partnership is another important step toward our goal of further extending Trunkbow's leadership position in the emerging Chinese MPS market, and this expanded footprint should help support our ongoing merchant acquisition efforts," said Mr. Qiang Li, CEO of Trunkbow. "We believe that partnering with enterprises and institutions to use MPS as an authentication tool is an excellent complement to the transaction processing applications with physical merchants at the point-of-sale. Our primary goal for 2012 is to drive adoption of MPS among merchants and consumers, and we believe that as businesses and academic institutions increasingly enable the use of MPS-based mobile handsets as an electronic identification tool, it will encourage end-users to further simplify their lives by using phones as a method of payment as well. We have a number of exciting projects planned that will significantly enhance the value proposition of MPS for merchants, consumers and enterprises through increased functionality and an expanded feature set, significantly increasing the range of end markets that can benefit from our technology solutions."

Under the agreement, Trunkbow will receive recurring revenue payments based on a percentage of monthly subscriber fees and transactions processed using the MPS platform. During the first phase of deployment, Trunkbow and China Unicom will jointly market this MPS technology to corporations, academic institutions and other organizations as a SAAS and enterprise automation tool including authentication and internal payment functionalities. The companies plan to expand this marketing effort to include brick-and-mortar retail locations for point-of-sale payment applications following the initial ramp of enterprise installations.

This platform will allow China Unicom's 5.5 million subscribers in Sichuan province to make purchases at retail locations using their mobile phones at the point-of-sale, and will function as a convenient, secure electronic identification card for students and employees at schools and other locations using the technology.

About Trunkbow

Trunkbow International Holdings (NASDAQ: TBOW) is a leading provider of Mobile Payment Solutions ("MPS") and Mobile Value Added Solutions ("MVAS") in PRC. Trunkbow's solutions enable the telecom operators to offer their subscribers access to unique mobile applications, innovative tools, value-added services that create a superior mobile experience, and as a result generate higher average revenue per user and reduce subscriber churn. Since its inception in 2001, Trunkbow has established a proven track record of innovation, and has developed a significant market presence in both the Mobile Value Added and Mobile Payment solutions markets. Trunkbow supplies its mobile payment solutions to all three Chinese mobile telecom operators, as well as re-sellers, in several provinces of China. For more information, please visit http://www.trunkbow.com.

Safe Harbor Statement

This press release contains forward-looking statements that reflect the Company's current expectations and views of future events that involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause its actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements.  Such forward looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to uncertainties relating to the Company's relationship with China's major telecom carriers and its resellers, competition from domestic and international companies, changes in technology, contributions from revenue sharing plans and general economic conditions. The Company has based these forward-looking statements largely on its current expectations and projections about future events and financial trends that it believes may affect its financial condition, results of operations, business strategy and financial needs.  You should understand that the Company's actual future results may be materially different from and worse than what the Company expects. Information regarding these risks, uncertainties and other factors is included in the Company's annual report on Form 10-K and other filings with the SEC.

Contact Information:

    In China:                               In the U.S.:
    Trunkbow International Holdings Limited The Piacente Group
    Ms Alice Ye, Chief Financial Officer    Brandi Floberg/Lee Roth
    Phone: +86 (10) 8571-2518 (Beijing)     Phone: + (1) 212-481-2050 (New York)
    Email: ir@trunkbow.com                  E-mail: trunkbow@tpg-ir.com

    Wendy Sun
    Phone: +86 (10) 6590-7991 (Beijing)
    E-mail: trunkbow@tpg-ir.com

SOURCE  Trunkbow International Holdings Limited

Trunkbow International Holdings Limited

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

IBM Sets the Stage for the Next Era of Computing

-- Deep integration points to new 'Scale-In' approach to system design from IBM

--  Built-in 'expertise' makes new family of systems simple to run and manage

--  Gives enterprises the ability to change the economics of IT

ARMONK, N.Y., April 11, 2012  /PRNewswire/ -- IBM (NYSE: IBM) today announced a major step forward in a new, simpler era of computing with the introduction of a new category of "expert integrated systems." This new family is the first with built-in expertise based on IBM's decades of experience running IT operations for tens of thousands of clients in 170 countries.

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IBM's expert integrated systems family - PureSystems - is the result of $2 billion in R&D and acquisitions over four years, an unprecedented move by IBM to integrate all IT elements, both physical and virtual. The new systems family offers clients an alternative to today's enterprise computing model, where multiple and disparate systems require significant resources to set up and maintain.

The prime challenge facing companies worldwide is the need to spend 70 percent or more of IT budgets on simple operations and maintenance, leaving little to invest in innovation.[1] Two-thirds of corporate IT projects are delivered over budget and behind schedule, according to a recent study by IBM which also found that only one in five corporate IT departments are able to spend the majority of their IT budget on innovation. To join the conversation, visit #IBMPureSystems on Twitter.

With the introduction of the new PureSystems family, IBM is unveiling three major advances that point to a new era of computing technology that is designed to allow businesses to slash the high costs and nagging complexity associated with managing information technology.

    --  "Scale-In" System Design:  With PureSystems, IBM is introducing a new
        concept in system design that integrates the server, storage, and
        networking into a highly automated, simple-to-manage machine. Scale-in
        design provides for increased density - PureSystems can handle twice as
        many applications compared to some IBM systems, doubling the computing
        power per square foot of data center space.[2]
    --  Patterns of Expertise:  For the first time, IBM is embedding technology
        and industry expertise through first-of-a-kind software that allows the
        systems to automatically handle basic, time-consuming tasks such as
        configuration, upgrades, and application requirements.
    --  Cloud Ready integration:  Out of the box, all PureSystems family members
        are built for the cloud, enabling corporations to quickly create
        private, self-service cloud offerings that can scale up and down
        automatically.
"With its new scale-in design and built-in expertise, PureSystems represents an important advance in the evolution of computing," said Steve Mills, senior vice president and group executive, software and systems, IBM. "By tightening the connections between hardware and software, and adding incomparable software know-how, PureSystems is designed to help clients to free up time and money to focus on innovation that many businesses cannot address due to ever rising costs and staffing needs in the traditional data center."

Scale-In Design Marks New Path for 21st Century Technology
PureSystems' scale-in design integrates and optimizes all of the critical components required in today's data center - system networking, storage, compute, management, etc. -- and provides for a single-view management system. The result is a system that is intuitive to set up and can be far less expensive to maintain and upgrade.  For example, PureSystems can go from its single shipping crate to being up and running in one-third the time as compared to other IBM technology.[3]

PureSystems can automatically and quickly scale compute resources, networking and storage.

Bottling Expertise - 'Patterns' Package Know-how
At the center of the PureSystems is new software capability - "patterns of expertise" -- that enables operational know-how and knowledge to be built directly into the systems.  This first-of-a-kind approach converts technology expertise into reusable, downloadable packages. Patterns are available in three categories:

    --  IBM Patterns: Built-in at the factory and created based on knowledge
        gleaned from IBM's smartest IT managers, engineers and technology
        experts, these sets of patterns are designed to automate time-consuming
        tasks such as configuring, deploying and upgrading applications --
        applications that used to take days to deploy can now be rolled out in
        hours, for example.
    --  ISV Patterns: IBM has teamed with more than 125 independent software
        vendors to offer applications that are certified "PureSystems Ready." A
        new online catalogue of ISV Patterns, PureCentre, radically simplifies
        how applications are purchased, deployed and managed. For example, a
        customer relationship management program that used to take three days to
        deploy can now be deployed in under one hour. [See separate press
        release]
    --  Customer Patterns:  IT organizations can package the knowledge of their
        own handcrafted applications into a Pattern. As a result, a company that
        is interested in expanding into new markets can do so even when skills
        are not readily available in new regions or markets.
Cloud Ready Systems
With PureSystems, IBM is taking the unprecedented step to completely integrate all of the technology components needed to stand up a private cloud system in minutes. By combining the virtualized servers, storage and networking found in PureSystems with cloud management software, IT organizations have a ready-to-go "cloud system in a box"  -- giving them a foundational private cloud environment that can be expanded. The PureSystems cloud is delivered with built-in security, with no single point of failure.

To significantly accelerate the use of the cloud, IBM has included a cloud self-service and provisioning interface directly into PureSystems. An application developer, for example, can use the self-service feature to configure a cloud environment application without any help from the IT department.  PureSystems will sense and respond to the needs of the running applications and services and make decisions on how best to deploy IT resources while ensuring maximum efficiency, performance, and control.

PureSystems integrates the same foundational technologies and software used in IBM's public SmartCloud Services offerings.  As a result, by sharing common capabilities and interfaces, application developers can use IBM SmartCloud Services to create and test new applications.

Pricing and Availability
The first two models of the PureSystems family - PureFlex System and PureApplication System -- start shipping to customers this quarter. PureSystems support POWER processors and Intel processors.

Credit-qualified clients that elect financing can see immediate benefits with PureSystems while deferring their first payment for 90 days.  Flexible financing options provided by IBM Global Financing[4] make it simple for clients to acquire PureSystems, while enabling them to manage budgets more easily with predictable payments. IBM Global Asset Recovery Services can buy back servers, including those made by HP and Oracle, for clients migrating to IBM PureSystems.

For more information on IBM PureSystems: http://www.ibm.com/press/pure, http://www.expertintegratedsystemsblog.com  and http://www.youtube.com/user/expertintegratedsys.

Media Contacts
Faye Abloeser

IBM Media Relations

+1 908-77-0762
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Mike Corrado

IBM Media Relations

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mcorrado@us.ibm.com

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[1] IDC Analyst Matt Eastwood, IDC Directions Presentation, 2011

[2] Compared utilizing virtualized applications between PureFlex System and previous generation BladeCenter HS22V. Specific client environments and results may vary.

[3] Compared to previous generation blade servers. Specific client environments and results may vary.

[4] IBM Global Financing offerings are provided through IBM Credit LLC in the United States and other IBM subsidiaries and divisions worldwide to qualified commercial and government clients.  Rates and availability are based on a client's credit rating, financing terms, offering type, equipment and product type and options, and may vary by country. Non-hardware items must be one-time, non-recurring charges and are financed by means of loans.  Other restrictions may apply.  Rates and offerings are subject to change, extension or withdrawal without notice and may not be available in all countries.

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IKEA and Starbucks Reveal Enterprise Mobility Strategy Ahead of Landmark Industry Event

ROTTERDAM, The Netherlands, April 11, 2012/PRNewswire/ --

    ?

    Ahead of the Enterprise Mobility Exchange, Paulo Cinelli (CIO, IKEA) and Robert Teagle
(EMEA IT Director, Starbucks) disclosed how enterprise mobility is helping them achieve
best in breed operational efficiency and productivity.

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    Paulo and Rob also gave their views on what the solution provider community can do to
help them overcome their most pressing challenges in enterprise mobility and beyond.

    Paulo explained, "We operate in a complex environment and in an ecosystem of many
suppliers - we have more than 1,000 suppliers just for, say, the manufacturing of our
products. The ability to be always in sync with the information is something that is
definitely enabled by mobile technology."

    Listen to the full interviews by clicking on http://bit.ly/Hzrk2h.

    120 senior mobility strategy makers will attend the Enterprise Mobility Exchange on
21-23 May 2012 in Rotterdam, including:

   
    - CIO for Western Europe, PepsiCo
    - CIO, Coca Cola Bottling Consolidated
    - CIO, IKEA
    - CIO EMEA, GE Water & Power
    - Regional CIO MENA, DB Schenker
    - CIO / IT Director, Unipart
    - CIO, Vattenfall - Business Division
    - CIO, Seabourne Group
    - CIO, Damco
    - CIO / IT Director, Relacom

    About IQPC Exchange

    IQPC Exchange provides business executives around the world with tailored practical
conferences, large scale events, topical seminars and in-house training programs, keeping
them up-to-date with industry trends, technological developments and the regulatory
landscape

    For more information about the industry leading speakers and the latest agenda, please
visit: http://www.enterprisemobilityexchange.com/eu [http://www.iamexchange.com ].

    Media contact: Marc Harris, +44(0)207-368-9484 marc.harris@iqpc.co.uk or visit
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Callaway Golf Introduces Mass Personalization & Customization Options for Its RAZR Fit Driver

New udesign by Callaway Platform Offers Golfers an Unprecedented Ability to Design Their Own Driver

CARLSBAD, Calif., April 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Callaway Golf Company (NYSE: ELY) today introduced its new udesign(TM) by Callaway personalization and customization platform. udesign by Callaway, an online interactive customization tool, gives golfers purchasing a RAZR Fit® Driver the unprecedented ability to design their own version of the Company's hot new club that is already in the hands of Phil Mickelson, Ernie Els and Alvaro Quiros. 

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Featuring an innovative and easy-to-use online interface, golfers can visit http://www.callawaygolf.com/udesign, to select their color choice on RAZR Fit's clubhead and grip, as well as a myriad of shaft model and other custom configurations.  udesign by Callaway presents the opportunity to design one of more than 70,000 unique versions of the award-winning RAZR Fit Driver, giving golfers the ability to express their individualism on the course like never before.

"Golf is already the most personalized sport there is in terms of custom equipment options, and our new udesign by Callaway platform brings personalization to a new and exciting place," said Jeff Colton, SVP Global Brand and Product, Callaway Golf. "The opportunity to design your very own driver in the colors of your favorite team, alma mater or whatever you happen to feel looks best has never been offered on a mass scale. Our research and instincts show that this level of personalization and customization is what golfers want, and we're excited to be the first Brand in golf to offer it."

Accessible to virtually customize RAZR Fit drivers for both Men and Ladies models, the udesign by Callaway process begins with the selection of a right-handed or left-handed clubhead and a range of loft and color choices.  With each selection, the RAZR Fit image on screen modifies to embody the latest design choice.  After making a color selection, advanced customization options detailing the choice of stock or after-market shaft, its length, grip model and wraps follow.  When finished, each user can view multiple angles of their configuration and also send their unique RAZR Fit design to friends and contacts via Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest or Email through a dedicated share function.   

Recently introduced to Callaway's staff professionals and brand ambassadors, the udesign by Callaway platform has sent a charge of excitement through a team that was already thrilled with RAZR Fit's performance and look.  San Diego native Phil Mickelson chose powder blue and gold in honor of the Chargers. Callaway Staff Professional Alvaro Quiros, now famous for using a RAZR Fit to drive a ball 300+ yards over Las Vegas' iconic Bellagio Fountain, got his first look at udesign by Callaway's options this past week in Augusta.  "Give me one in every color and I will match my driver with my apparel," said Quiros, who in addition to being the longest hitter, is also a particularly fashion-forward player on Callaway's staff.   

Introduced in December and already a winner on the PGA and European Tours, the RAZR Fit Driver was named Editor's Choice by Golf Digest's annual "Hot List" equipment review.  By combining the performance benefits gained from several proprietary technologies with an easy-to-understand adjustability system, Callaway is empowering players around the world to dial in their game with RAZR Fit.

Callaway's RAZR Fit Driver has a new production introduction retail price of $399 and the udesign by Callaway personalization and customization features an additional fee of $50.  Certain after-market shaft and grip choices may entail additional costs.  The ability to make designs and place orders is immediately available; the first RAZR Fit Drivers personalized with udesign by Callaway will begin shipping in early May 2012.         

For more on Callaway Golf Company, please visit http://www.CallawayGolf.com

About Callaway Golf
Through an unwavering commitment to innovation, Callaway Golf Company (NYSE:ELY) creates products and services designed to make every golfer a better golfer. Callaway Golf Company manufactures and sells golf clubs and golf balls, and sells golf apparel, footwear and accessories, under the Callaway Golf® and Odyssey® brands in more than 110 countries worldwide. For more information please visit http://www.callawaygolf.com or shop.callawaygolf.com.

CONTACT:
Scott Goryl
Callaway Golf Company
Scott.Goryl@CallawayGolf.com
760-804-4080

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Release of OpenNebula 3.4 with the Most Powerful Open Cloud Solution for VMware

MADRID, April 11, 2012/PRNewswire/ --

    - OpenNebula 3.4 is the most feature-rich open-source alternative to VMware datacenter
and cloud suite, delivering enterprise-class functionality, stability and scalability with
broader platform support and integration capabilities for KVM, Xen and VMware hypervisors

    OpenNebula is proud to announce the release of a new stable version of its
widely-deployed open-source management solution for enterprise data center virtualization.
OpenNebula 3.4 delivers the most feature-rich, customizable solution to build enterprise
virtualized data centers and private clouds on Xen, KVM and VMware, providing cloud
consumers with a choice of interfaces, from open cloud to de-facto standards, like the
Amazon API. This new release brings countless valuable contributions from many industry
members of its large user community, including Research in Motion, Logica, Terradue 2.0
and CloudWeavers, and from research and academia, especially Clemson and Vilnius
Universities.

    OpenNebula 3.4 focuses on extending its storage capabilities with the support for
multiple datastores to offer flexible, scalable and high performance storage backends.
OpenNebula 3.4 also features improvements in other systems, like support for resource
pools, elastic IPs in the Amazon API, improved web GUIs, and better support for hybrid
clouds with Amazon EC2.

    "While being hypervisor-agnostic, this new update of OpenNebula has functionality
comparable to VMware vCenter and vCloud Director," said Ruben S. Montero, Chief Architect
of OpenNebula. "This eleventh stable release leverages power of user-driven development by
delivering a production-proven product that comprises the most-demanded functionalities
for enterprise clouds with a single install," said Ignacio M. Llorente, Director of
OpenNebula.

    OpenNebula is a very active open source project that started five years ago and has
developed a large user base, with more than 5,000 downloads per month and thousands of
deployments that include leading research centers like CERN, FermiLab and ESA;
supercomputing centers like SARA and NCHC; telecom operators like China Mobile and
Telefonica O2; and system integrators like Engineering and KPMG. The project has also
established collaborations with IT vendors like Microsoft for innovation and
interoperability in cloud computing.

    C12G Labs, the company behind the open-source project, delivers a commercial
distribution of OpenNebula for organizations looking for a certified, long-term supported
cloud platform. OpenNebula and C12G are trademarks of C12G Labs S.L. Other product or
company names mentioned may be trademarks of their respective companies.

    More info: http://www.OpenNebula.org

Source: OpenNebula

Ignacio M. Llorente, contact@opennebula.org, +34-91-3947616

WD® Ships Slim, Energy-Efficient Hard Drive for Ultrabook(TM) Devices

New 7 mm 2.5-inch Mobile Hard Drive Delivers Lowest Power Consumption in the Industry

IRVINE, Calif., April 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Western Digital® (NYSE: WDC), a worldwide storage leader, today announced it is shipping the WD Scorpio® Blue(TM) 7 mm hard drive, the latest addition to its mobile hard drive family and the 2.5-inch drive with the lowest power consumption on the market today. Specified to a best-in-class 400Gs shock tolerance, the new single-platter WD Scorpio Blue small form factor hard drives are available in 500 GB and 320 GB capacities and the drives' compatibility with industry-standard 9.5 mm slots make them ideal storage options for mainstream notebooks as well as slimmer notebook and Ultrabook((TM)) devices that require a 7 mm drive height.

"Consumers want thin and light personal computers, but the limited storage capacity of SSD-based notebooks forces them to pick and choose what files to bring from their library," said Matt Rutledge, vice president and general manager for WD client storage products. "With the release of the new WD Scorpio Blue 7 mm mobile hard drives, WD is able to offer capacity, reliability and data-protection features combined with excellent power management all in a slim form factor perfect for thin and light notebooks."

Features of the new WD Scorpio Blue 7 mm hard drives include:

    --  Low power consumption - Advanced power management features and
        algorithms optimize the way the drive seeks data, which significantly
        improves power consumption.
    --  Shock Tolerance - WD's ShockGuard(TM) technology, now increased to a
        best-in-market 400Gs shock specification, protects the drive mechanics
        and platter surfaces from shocks.
    --  Cool and quiet - In a notebook drive, silence is golden. WD's exclusive
        WhisperDrive(TM) technology enables quiet performance.
    --  Reliable - WD's SecurePark(TM) parks the recording heads off the disk
        surface during spin up, spin down, and when the drive is off. This
        ensures the recording head never touches the disk surface resulting in
        improved long term reliability due to less head wear, and improved
        non-operational shock tolerance.
    --  Compatibility Tested - WD performs tests on hundreds of systems and a
        multitude of platforms in its FIT Lab(TM) and Mobile Compatibility Lab
        to give customers confidence that drives will work in specific systems.
Price and Availability

Shipping now through select distributors and resellers, the WD Scorpio Blue 7 mm 2.5-inch mobile hard drives are covered by a two-year limited warranty. MSRP for the 500 GB, model #: WD5000LPVT is $99.99 USD and the 320 GB, model #: WD3200LPVT is $79.99 USD. Additional information about WD Scorpio Blue hard drives and limited warranty terms may be found on the company website at http://wdc.com/en/products/products.aspx?id=140.

About WD

WD, a storage industry pioneer and long-time leader, provides products and services for people and organizations that collect, manage and use digital information. The company designs and produces reliable, high-performance hard drives and solid state drives that keep users' data accessible and secure from loss. Its storage technologies serve a wide range of host applications including client and enterprise computing, embedded systems and consumer electronics, as well as its own storage systems. Its home entertainment products enable rich engagement with stored digital content.

WD was founded in 1970. The company's products are marketed to leading OEMs, systems manufacturers, selected resellers and retailers under the Western Digital®, WD® and HGST(TM) brand names. Visit the Investor section of the company's website (http://www.westerndigital.com)to access a variety of financial and investor information.

Western Digital, WD, the WD logo and WD Scorpio are registered trademarks in the U.S. and/or other countries; WD Scorpio Blue, SecurePark, ShockGuard, WhisperDrive and FIT Lab are trademarks of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries. Ultrabook is a trademark of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.  All other brand and product names mentioned herein are property of their respective companies. As used for storage capacity, one gigabyte (GB) = one billion bytes; one terabyte (TB) = one trillion bytes. Total accessible capacity varies depending on operating environment.

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CONTACT: Heather Skinner, Public Relations, +1-949-672-7920, heather.skinner@wdc.com, or Bob Blair, Investor Relations, +1-949-672-7834, robert.blair@wdc.com, both of Western Digital Technologies

Sky Broadband Customers to Enjoy Free and Unlimited Broadband at Thousands of High Street Wifi Hotspots

LONDON, April 11, 2012/PRNewswire/ --

   
    - Millions of Sky Customers can now enjoy unlimited WiFi broadband across
      thousands of popular locations across the UK
    - New Sky Cloud WiFi supported by new app to offer one touch, no hassle, WiFi
      access

    From mid-April millions of Sky Broadband customers will be able to quickly and easily
access free, unlimited and high-speed WiFi at thousands of public places across the UK
through new Sky "WiFi [http://www.thecloud.net/wifi ] Hotspots from The Cloud".

    Located in popular and useful locations such as in transport hubs, shopping centres
and coffee shops, WiFi Hotspots from The Cloud will allow eligible Sky Broadband customers
to take unlimited broadband with them whilst out and about, providing reliable, flexible
and fast internet access across the high street and beyond. An estimated 4m people every
day pass through The Cloud network by visiting one of its partners, including major
outlets like Pizza Express, Caffe Nero, Eat, Pret A Manger, JD Wetherspoons and Wagamama,
as well as First Great Western trains. Over 4,000 hotspots have been added to The Cloud's
network since 1st January 2012.

    WiFi Hotspots [http://www.hotspotfinder.thecloud.net/consumer ] from The Cloud will be
available at no extra charge to all Sky Broadband Unlimited, Sky Fibre Unlimited and Sky
Connect customers, removing the need to worry about mobile data caps or intermittent or
overburdened 3G mobile coverage. Research shows that Sky customers are more likely than
average to own smartphones and tablets, with around a third of Sky homes watching video
content on their smartphones and more likely to want to get online, whether to catch the
latest news headlines, watch video services such as Sky Go, use Facebook and Twitter,
email or simply browse the web.

    A free "Sky Cloud WiFi" app will be available for iOS and Android devices from
mid-April and, once downloaded and registered, will allow people to automatically connect
their smartphone or tablet to the internet without having to log-in ever again. This
removes the hassle of signing into WiFi networks as there's no need to remember passwords
or log-in details each time you want to get online.

    Lyssa McGowan, Director of Communication Products at Sky, said: "Whether it's to go on
Facebook, watch favourite TV shows with Sky Go, catch up on the news or send an email, our
customers can now enjoy high quality, reliable and unlimited broadband whether it's at
home or when out and about. WiFi Hotspots from The Cloud now gives millions of Sky
customers quick and easy one-touch access whenever they want to be online. And by ensuring
our hotspots are located where our customers need them most, they know they'll never be
far from a high speed connection. With a one-off registration process, they'll
automatically connect to the network, which takes all the usual hassle out of connecting
to WiFi."

    All Sky Broadband Unlimited, Sky Fibre Unlimited and Sky Connect customers are
eligible to use WiFi Hotspots from The Cloud, and they do not have to be a Sky TV customer
to benefit from it.

    The launch of the "Sky Cloud WiFi" app makes it the 11th app to be added to Sky's
growing family of popular apps helping people to find, watch and do more on the move.
Sky's suite of apps for mobile devices have been downloaded more than 22 million times and
Sky Go now has more than 10 million user sessions per week.

    Notes to editors:

   
    - Sources: Sky Technology Tracker November 2011 and Sky Broadband Tracker
      Jan 2011, co-ordinated by T Poll; Ofcom Customer Service Satisfaction Report, 2011
    - All Sky Broadband Unlimited, Sky Fibre Unlimited and Sky Connect customers are
      eligible to use WiFi Hotspots from The Cloud . Sky Broadband Everyday Lite customers
      will need to upgrade their package to get access. The service cannot be bought
      separately.

    About Sky

    Sky entertains and excites more than 10.5 million homes through the most comprehensive
multichannel, multi-platform television service in the UK and Ireland. Sky continues to
break new ground with its own portfolio of channels: Sky 1 combines its commitment to UK
production with the best of the US; Sky Living pushes ahead with fresh and innovative
entertainment formats; Sky Arts is the UK's only dedicated arts channel brand; Sky
Atlantic is the home to HBO and other iconic drama and comedy, Sky Sports is still raising
the bar in sports broadcasting; Sky News remains a pioneer in television news; and Sky
Movies is leading the way in High Definition and on-demand.

    About The Cloud

    The Cloud (http://www.thecloud.net) builds and operates WiFi networks across the
UK and Europe to provide the mobile media experience that consumers want. The service
delivers simple, fast, reliable and cost effective broadband to millions of WiFi enabled
smartphones, laptops and entertainment devices. The Cloud has exclusive commercial
partnerships with retail, leisure, hotels, sports, transport, and entertainment and
content partners to deliver its longer-term vision of a connected society. The Cloud
connects almost a million devices to its WiFi network each month, including Nintendo 3DS
users and at locations such as the Emirates Stadium, Silverstone Race Track, the City of
London, Wetherspoons, Pizza Express, Pret A Manger, Caffe Nero, Eat, pubs, leisure
facilities, restaurants and mainline stations.

    The Cloud is a BSkyB Company.

Source: The Cloud

For further details please contact: Michael Sheen, +44(0)20-7861-3013, sky@harvard.co.uk; The Cloud,
Rachael Thomas / Pete Marcus, Harvard PR, +44(0)20-7861-1627 / +44(0)20-7861-2846, TheCloud@harvard.co.uk

The Partnership at Drugfree.org Collaborates With Former Professional Basketball Player, Father, Motivational Speaker Chris Herren

~Herren to Host Live FACEBOOK Chat on Substance Abuse Recovery ~

NEW YORK, April 11, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Partnership at Drugfree.org, a national nonprofit helping parents solve the problem of teen drug and alcohol abuse, is partnering with former professional basketball player, father and motivational speaker Chris Herren. He will be the featured guest on the next "Meet The Parents Hour," a popular, live Facebook chat and Q&A session taking place on Monday, April 16 at 12 p.m. EST/9 a.m. PDT.

Herren struggled with drug addiction for much of his basketball career and ultimately realized his dreams by playing for the Boston Celtics in the National Basketball Association (NBA), only to lose it all to substance abuse. Rising again with a new dream, Herren has been drug- and alcohol-free since 2008, and his sobriety and family are his top priorities. Herren travels the country speaking to groups of young people, sharing his life experiences and road to recovery, while offering encouragement to others who may be struggling with a loved one's addiction.

"In the past year I've been privileged to speak in front of thousands of teenagers who have related to my story and opened up about the substance abuse issues they struggle with," said Herren. "I look forward to connecting with parents and caregivers through The Partnership at Drugfree.org, so we can all work together to assist those in need take the first steps toward recovery and a life of sobriety."

Visitors to The Partnership at Drugfree.org's Facebook wall will have the unique opportunity to chat live with Herren and hear from others touched by drug and alcohol abuse. Herren will be taking questions and answering them in real time during the virtual event.

"We are honored that Chris has chosen to help us reach parents and families directly with his inspirational, personal story of recovery and triumph," said Steve Pasierb, President and CEO of The Partnership at Drugfree.org. "Chris is not only a former basketball star with fans over the world, but he is also a loving father whose story lets others know that help is available and recovery is possible."

Herren launched his own basketball player development company, Hoop Dreams with Chris Herren, and has trained more than 200 basketball players since 2009, including top basketball prospects in New England.

In 2011, he founded The Herren Project, a nonprofit foundation that assists individuals and families struggling with addiction. Project Purple is a new initiative launching later this month to help break the stigma of addiction, bring awareness to the dangers of substance abuse and shed light on effective treatment practices.

For more information on Herren, please visit theherrenproject.org. To learn more about The Partnership at Drugfree.org, please visit drugfree.org

About The Partnership at Drugfree.org

Ninety percent of addictions get their start in the teenage years. The Partnership at Drugfree.org is dedicated to helping families solve the problem of teen substance abuse. Bringing together renowned scientists, parent experts and communications professionals, this public health nonprofit translates research on teen behavior, parenting, addiction and treatment into useful and effective resources at drugfree.org. Its You Are Not Alone campaign is dedicated to supporting families of the 11 million teens and young adults who need addiction treatment, while the organization's community education programs reach families at the grassroots level. The Partnership at Drugfree.org mission to help parents prevent, intervene in and find treatment for drug and alcohol use by their children depends on donations from individuals, corporations, foundations and the public sector. We are thankful to SAG/AFTRA and the advertising and media industries for their ongoing generosity.

SOURCE  The Partnership at Drugfree.org

The Partnership at Drugfree.org

Web Site: http://www.drugfree.org

Renren Inc. in Partnership with Intel and Feitian to Become the First Internet Company in China Adopting Intel® IPT Solutions to Enhance User Security Protection

BEIJING, April 11, 2012 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- Renren Inc. (NYSE: RENN) ("Renren" or the "Company"), China's leading real-name social networking internet platform, today announced its partnership with Intel Corporation (NASDAQ: INTC) and Feitian, a leading innovator of security technologies and applications, to introduce Intel(® )Identity Protection Technology (IPT) to Renren.com SNS platform.

Intel(® )IPT has built two-factor authentication support directly into the platforms of 2nd generation Intel(®) Core(TM) processor-based PCs, helping to prevent unauthorized access to user accounts. Based on Intel(® )IPT, Feitian offers an internet security solution using a unique one-time password linked to each PC which changesevery 30 seconds and thus provides an extra but simple-to-use layer of protection for log-in authentication. With this additional layer of security, Renren users can safely and easily log on, create and share content, play music and games, and purchase other internet value-added services.

"We are delighted to be the first Chinese website to introduce Intel's latest identity protection technology adapted by Feitian authentication solutions," said Mr. James Liu, Chief Operating Officer of Renren. "User security is a top priority at Renren. We will continuously strive to create a highly secure and convenient online authentication and payment environment for our users." 

George Thangadurai, General Manager of PC Client Services Division at Intel, added, "Creating a secure computer online environment has been a persistent goal of Intel. Today's cooperation with Renren and Feitian is another milestone we achieved to give Chinese internet users an easy access to their favorite social networking site with an additional level of confidence that they are protected from common threats."

Feitian's general manager, Mr. Li Wei, said, "We are excited to join Intel and Renren in providing an innovative internet security solution for Chinese internet users. With Intel(®) IPT solution enabled, Ultrabook users can protect their Renren account through a simple process."

About Renren Inc.

Renren Inc. (NYSE: RENN) operates the leading real name social networking internet platform in China. It enables users to connect and communicate with each other, share information and user generated content, play online games, listen to music, shop for deals and enjoy a wide range of other features and services. Renren's platform includes the main social networking website Renren.com, the online games center game.Renren.com, the social commerce website Nuomi.com, and the video-sharing website 56.com. Renren had approximately 147 million activated users as of December 31, 2011.

About Intel

Intel (NASDAQ: INTC) is a world leader in computing innovation. The company designs and builds the essential technologies that serve as the foundation for the world's computing devices. Additional information about Intel is available at at newsroom.intel.com and blogs.intel.com.

About Feitian

Established in 1998, Feitian Technologies Co., Ltd. is a global leading supplier of smart card operating systems and digital security. Feitian is dedicated to continuous innovation based on customer demand, and has become a leader in network identification, software copyright protection, and smart card operating system. So far, Feitian's information security series products have been applied in over 50 countries and regions around the world.

Renren Inc. - Safe Harbor Statement

This announcement contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the "safe harbor" provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "will," "expects," "anticipates," "future," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates" and similar statements. Among other things, the business and financial outlook and quotations from Renren's management in this announcement, contain forward-looking statements. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about Renren's beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. A number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement. These risks, uncertainties and other factors that may affect the Company's results of operations are summarized in the Company filings or submission the Company made and available on the website of the United States Securities and Exchange Commission at http://www.sec.com.

For more information, please contact:

Renren Inc.

Sam Lawn
Investor Relations Director
Renren Inc.
Tel: (+86 10) 8448 1818 ext.1300
Email: ir@renren-inc.com

Intel

Bas Xu
Tel: (+86 10) 5751 8800 ext. 6155
Email: Bas.xu@intel.com

Feitian

Yanjun Zhang
Tel: (+86 10) 6230 4466 ext. 623
Email: yanjun@ftsafe.com

SOURCE  Renren Inc.

Renren Inc.

Spread Betting App for Trading On The Move from City Index

LONDON, April 11, 2012/PRNewswire/ --

    Through the City Trading(TM) app from City Index, traders can easily and securely
trade on-the-move from wherever they are, whenever they want.

    As the first live spread betting and CFD trading app, City Trading is a professional
mobile trading platform which can be accessed via iPhone, Android and Blackberry devices -
and is completely free to download.

    Since 2009, those spread betting with City Index
[http://www.cityindex.co.uk/spread-betting ] have been provided with full, secure access to
their spread betting and CFD trading accounts and trading platform.

    In this time, the City Trading app has been extensively developed; offering traders
full and secure access to their accounts and the trading platform at a time to suit them.

    Now, in 2012, the app also offers a professional charting package; an excellent
trading tool for traders at all levels.

    What many traders, including myself, like about mobile trading apps is the potential
to trade an opportunity as we see it; trading on-the-move with a mobile trading app can be
the difference between netting a profitable trade or a losing one as you can always be on
top of market moves.

    In addition, traders can receive full account access, in the same way they would via
their browser-based trading platform, safe in the knowledge that all trades are being
placed securely.

    Mobile Trading Risk

    However, it is important that before you trade using the City Index mobile trading
[http://www.cityindex.co.uk/trading-platform ] platform, that you consider the risks
involved.

    In the same way that spread betting's low margin feature is a double-edged sword; so
is the heightened access that you receive through mobile trading apps such as City
Trading.

    Heightened access could lead to a false sense of confidence whilst trading, resulting
in impulse trades as opposed to following your trading strategy.

    As is the case across all trading platforms, a solid trading strategy with extensive
risk management tools in place is imperative to your trading success.

    Your online trading
[http://www.cityindex.co.uk/trading-platform/online-trading-platform.aspx ] strategy must
incorporate thorough research and analysis of your chosen markets, prior to placing a
trade, to avoid potential losses.

    Summary

    Traders are able to trade on-the-move from wherever they are, whenever they want, with
the City Index spread betting app.

    It is imperative that clear guidelines are put in place - through your trading
strategy - prior to placing a trade. This will allow you to benefit from extra time in
which you can focus and react to quick movements in a market's price.

    About City Index:

    Today more and more individual traders are discovering the benefits of derivatives,
and many of them are discovering them through a City Index trading platform.

    As a group, we transact in excess of 1.5 million trades every month in over 50
countries. We provide access to a wide range of instruments including margined foreign
exchange, CFDs and, in the UK, financial spread betting [http://www.cityindex.co.uk ].

    We constantly look to improve the performance of our platforms and expand our range of
services. The result is our customers benefit from innovative trading tools with
transparent pricing, competitive spreads, and a high standard of customer support. Visit
http://www.cityindex.co.uk for details.

Source: City Index

Joshua Raymond, City Index, +44(0)20-7107-7002, joshua.raymond@cityindex.co.uk

Become an Emissary for Entropia Universe With New Facebook App

GOTHENBURG, Sweden, April 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --MindArk, developer and publisher of the largest real money MMO, announced today that it will implement Socialtype's Bamboo software and integrate with Facebook to enable fans to become  Emissaries.  This software app allows players to gain in-game rewards for their own recruiting initiatives taken on social sites, allowing their friends to easily experience and join the MMO without ever leaving Facebook. 

(Photo:  http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120411/LA85067)

The MindArk experience on Bamboo is being designed and published by Steven-Elliot Altman, bestselling sci-fi author and former Games Director at Acclaim Games.  He has brought the atmosphere of the Entropia Universe into the app with its user interface, graphics and storylines.  The goal is to have people who use Facebook share not only the deep history of the largest real money MMO on Earth, but to add to the lore with its own unique plots. 

The Emissary program will allow fans to join an elite group of Alpha Users who can act as ambassadors for a world their friends may not yet know about.  As an Emissary a player can reap fantastic rewards in-game which also equal real money in the real world, simply for doing what they already love.  Bamboo now makes it easy for those who revel in the game to earn points by telling their friends and sharing Entropia Universe through their social networks. Every action within the app leads to rewards. By simply distributing the latest news, videos, polls, quizzes, and special offers via Facebook Wall posts, invites and gifts to their friends, players can accumulate rewards.  For more information on MindArk or the Entropia Facebook app please visit http://www.entropiauniverse.com. 

About MindArk

MindArk is the developer of the virtual 3D environment Entropia Universe. It is the leading platform for micro transaction driven 3D virtual worlds and MMO games. The Swedish company MindArk, develops, operates and markets Entropia Universe and the Entropia Platform. Entropia Universe is a 3D internet virtual environment with a unique, integrated economic system and stunning graphics. The Entropia Platform is a secure entertainment and business platform, enabling companies and organizations all over the world to build content on differently themed planets all connected inside Entropia Universe

The statements contained in this release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements. The Company cautions readers of this press release that a number of important factors could cause MindArk's actual future results to differ materially from those expressed in any such forward-looking statements. MindArk and the MindArk logo are registered trademarks of MindArk. All other company names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective owners.

For more information on MindArk please contact us at the email below or go to our website at http://www.mindark.com

Copyright © 2012 MindArk. All Rights Reserved.

About Socialtype

San Francisco, CA-based Socialtype is a leading developer of social media applications for the game industry. Bamboo, Socialtype's flagship Social Rewards Platform for Facebook and Twitter, is the most effective player acquisition tool available on social networks. It allows any game company to have its own branded "Ambassadors Club" right out of the box. The platform offers an entertaining, compelling and inexpensive way for game developers and publishers to distribute content and recruit new users by leveraging the friends of core players. With Bamboo, game companies can slash user acquisition costs, while increasing the engagement, retention and lifetime network value of their current player base. For more information on Socialtype services, please visit http://www.socialtype.com.

For further information, please contact:

MindArk Media:

David Tractenberg

(310) 453-2050 x111

david@tractionpr.com

Facebook® is a registered trademark of Facebook Inc.

SOURCE  MindArk

MindArk

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

Duet Group Guarantees Recovery Time Objective, FSA Compliance and Server Backup With Removal of Tape Backup and Implementation of Disaster Recovery Technology From DataFort

GUILDFORD, England, April 11, 2012/PRNewswire/ --

    - DataFort's Hi-5 suite of business continuity/disaster recovery services provide
security, regulatory compliance and vital time-saving in the event of lost servers to
global asset management firm -

    Duet Group, the London-based global alternative asset management firm, has selected
Managed Service Provider (MSP) DataFort to meet its recovery time objective
[http://www.datafort.com/business.continuity.asp ], remove the reliance on tape backup
[http://www.datafort.com/article.not_tape.asp ] and protect its entire server backup
[http://www.datafort.com/article.sbs.backup.asp ] with Hi-5, a suite of business
continuity and disaster recovery services. The Hi-5 service ensures compliance with FSA
data storage guidelines, whilst replacing the indefinite recovery timeframes provided by
tape backup with guaranteed SLAs for recovery of data, server failure or loss of access to
their business premises.

    Duet Group is a global alternative asset manager, founded in 2002. The group manages
over US$2.7 billion of assets over three business areas: Hedge Funds, Private Equity and
Funds of Hedge Funds.

    Replacing the old-fashioned and time-consuming process of tape backup, the Hi-5, High
Availability service will allow Duet Group to exceed FSA customer service and data
security guidelines and requirements while meeting a recovery time objective. As an asset
management firm, Duet will from time to time hold sensitive data, such as personal and
investor information, market holdings and risk details which the company has a duty to
hold securely for at least five years in premises located at least 7 miles away from their
primary business location. As an FSA-regulated organisation, failure to comply with these
regulations could result in significant financial penalties and full server backup is
critical.

    The High Availability service from DataFort has replaced the tape backup process which
may potentially prove less satisfactory from a recovery perspective due to the fact that
recovery of data could take in excess of 5-10 hours. Also, since tape backup often occurs
only once each day, it may leave as much as 24 hours' worth of data exposed to permanent
loss. Such risks are unacceptable in an industry where the ability to trade instantly when
market conditions demand it can mean the difference between making or losing significant
amounts of money for Duet Group and its clients. In contrast, DataFort's Hi-5 backup
images are kept in tight synchronization with all the protected machines, meaning that the
potential to lose data is absolutely minimized. In the event of server failure, Duet Group
will continue trading from a virtual server running inside a local backup appliance, with
a maximum downtime of under 2 hours meeting its recovery time objective.

    Tue Sando, General Counsel at Duet Group, comments, "Duet takes the protection of our
clients' data extremely seriously. DataFort's Hi 5 service has allowed Duet to strengthen
its Business Recovery Program and ensure that it not only complies with the FSA's data
storage guidelines but also gives our clients the best and the quickest data recovery
service which an antiquated tape technology would not be able to provide."

    Duet has contracted for DataFort's Hi-5 High Availability Service - a near replication
speed onsite/offsite server imaging and data archival service - to protect its business
critical servers.

    Sando continues, "Mismanagement of sensitive data is a serious risk in our business.
With this in mind, we required a system which would ensure beyond doubt that our data
could not be lost and could also be recovered safely and quickly. The Hi-5 solution from
DataFort does just that - within 120 minutes we can be trading again with data made
available from the backup appliance. In contrast, the tape solution could take in excess
of a day to retrieve data, and with no guarantee of a complete replication. In an industry
such as ours, this was absolutely unacceptable."

    Sando concludes, "The choice to use DataFort above their competitors was simple. We
wanted a provider who was large enough to survive the economic downturn, but not too big
for us to be overlooked, as well as providing solid disaster recovery technology. DataFort
gives us a full server backup and comprehensive service with an exemplary working
relationship. The system is reliable and has given us the security which we required to
remain compliant as well as to continue to manage clients' funds effectively with little
or no disruption through a server failure."

    About DATAFORT

    DATAFORT provides dependable and secure data protection services that offer
enterprise-level functionality with a focus on security and reliability. Its software and
services are used by thousands of organisations worldwide, ranging from SMBs through to
large enterprises and local government departments. Every hour of every day someone,
somewhere backs up with DATAFORT. The company was founded in 2000, is headquartered in
Guildford, UK and has offices in London and New York. For further information please
contact 0800-45-44-35.

   
    For further information, please contact:
    Jenny Williams
    itpr
    +44(0)1932-578-800

Source: DATAFORT

DJM Will Introduce Kameleon at Drupa 2012

HARDERWIJK, the Netherlands, April 11, 2012/PRNewswire/ --

    Company reveals international ambitions with its own booth at leading trade fair

    DJM will exhibit its unique inkjet printing solutions at the prominent Drupa 2012
fair. With its own booth at the Düsseldorf fair, the Dutch company intends to expand
internationally. At this fair, the supplier and developer of inkjet technology will
display its many developments, including the introduction of its Flamingo UV inkjet
printing system and new software platform, Kameleon.

    A unique feature of Kameleon is that it does not rely on inkjet printing technology. A
central controller manages the system. The platform has various optional modules available
for special applications. Kameleon provides proof that DJM, as a 'total solution
provider', has more to offer than simply high-grade printing systems. The various input
modules enable users to work with different data formats, such as database-driven data and
structured data, such as IJPDS, for example. With the Kameleon platform, DJM offers a
software solution that does not depend on printing technology, in which the central focus
is on flexibility, user friendliness and productivity.

    DJM will also demonstrate the latest printing systems and software in variable data
related applications, such as direct mail, tickets and self-mailers. To do this, it makes
use of the various inkjet printing systems - from the HP Print Modules (full colour) to
the Flamingo UV system.

    DJM specialises in the development and supply of high-end inkjet printing systems.
With knowledge of integration and data streaming, DJM is picking up where inkjet left off.
Developed in-house, the DJM software offers a uniquely broad range of inkjet printing
solutions. As a strategic partner of HP, DJM is among the first companies in the world to
supply Print Module technology. For more information about DJM, visit
http://www.djm.nl. At the fair, you will find us at the DJM booth, A76, hall 8B.

Source: DJM inkjet solutions

For more information, please contact Willemijn Wouters at DJM, +31(0)341-437002.

IBM Sets the Stage for the Next Era of Computing

-- Deep integration points to new 'Scale-In' approach to system design from IBM

--  Built-in 'expertise' makes new family of systems simple to run and manage

--  Gives enterprises the ability to change the economics of IT

ARMONK, N.Y., April 11, 2012  /PRNewswire/ -- IBM (NYSE: IBM) today announced a major step forward in a new, simpler era of computing with the introduction of a new category of "expert integrated systems." This new family is the first with built-in expertise based on IBM's decades of experience running IT operations for tens of thousands of clients in 170 countries.

(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20090416/IBMLOGO)

IBM's expert integrated systems family - PureSystems - is the result of $2 billion in R&D and acquisitions over four years, an unprecedented move by IBM to integrate all IT elements, both physical and virtual. The new systems family offers clients an alternative to today's enterprise computing model, where multiple and disparate systems require significant resources to set up and maintain.

The prime challenge facing companies worldwide is the need to spend 70 percent or more of IT budgets on simple operations and maintenance, leaving little to invest in innovation.[1] Two-thirds of corporate IT projects are delivered over budget and behind schedule, according to a recent study by IBM which also found that only one in five corporate IT departments are able to spend the majority of their IT budget on innovation. To join the conversation, visit #IBMPureSystems on Twitter.

With the introduction of the new PureSystems family, IBM is unveiling three major advances that point to a new era of computing technology that is designed to allow businesses to slash the high costs and nagging complexity associated with managing information technology.

    --  "Scale-In" System Design:  With PureSystems, IBM is introducing a new
        concept in system design that integrates the server, storage, and
        networking into a highly automated, simple-to-manage machine. Scale-in
        design provides for increased density - PureSystems can handle twice as
        many applications compared to some IBM systems, doubling the computing
        power per square foot of data center space.[2]
    --  Patterns of Expertise:  For the first time, IBM is embedding technology
        and industry expertise through first-of-a-kind software that allows the
        systems to automatically handle basic, time-consuming tasks such as
        configuration, upgrades, and application requirements.
    --  Cloud Ready integration:  Out of the box, all PureSystems family members
        are built for the cloud, enabling corporations to quickly create
        private, self-service cloud offerings that can scale up and down
        automatically.
"With its new scale-in design and built-in expertise, PureSystems represents an important advance in the evolution of computing," said Steve Mills, senior vice president and group executive, software and systems, IBM. "By tightening the connections between hardware and software, and adding incomparable software know-how, PureSystems is designed to help clients to free up time and money to focus on innovation that many businesses cannot address due to ever rising costs and staffing needs in the traditional data center."

Scale-In Design Marks New Path for 21st Century Technology
PureSystems' scale-in design integrates and optimizes all of the critical components required in today's data center - system networking, storage, compute, management, etc. -- and provides for a single-view management system. The result is a system that is intuitive to set up and can be far less expensive to maintain and upgrade.  For example, PureSystems can go from its single shipping crate to being up and running in one-third the time as compared to other IBM technology.[3]

PureSystems can automatically and quickly scale compute resources, networking and storage.

Bottling Expertise - 'Patterns' Package Know-how
At the center of the PureSystems is new software capability - "patterns of expertise" -- that enables operational know-how and knowledge to be built directly into the systems.  This first-of-a-kind approach converts technology expertise into reusable, downloadable packages. Patterns are available in three categories:

    --  IBM Patterns: Built-in at the factory and created based on knowledge
        gleaned from IBM's smartest IT managers, engineers and technology
        experts, these sets of patterns are designed to automate time-consuming
        tasks such as configuring, deploying and upgrading applications --
        applications that used to take days to deploy can now be rolled out in
        hours, for example.
    --  ISV Patterns: IBM has teamed with more than 125 independent software
        vendors to offer applications that are certified "PureSystems Ready." A
        new online catalogue of ISV Patterns, PureCentre, radically simplifies
        how applications are purchased, deployed and managed. For example, a
        customer relationship management program that used to take three days to
        deploy can now be deployed in under one hour. [See separate press
        release]
    --  Customer Patterns:  IT organizations can package the knowledge of their
        own handcrafted applications into a Pattern. As a result, a company that
        is interested in expanding into new markets can do so even when skills
        are not readily available in new regions or markets.
Cloud Ready Systems
With PureSystems, IBM is taking the unprecedented step to completely integrate all of the technology components needed to stand up a private cloud system in minutes. By combining the virtualized servers, storage and networking found in PureSystems with cloud management software, IT organizations have a ready-to-go "cloud system in a box"  -- giving them a foundational private cloud environment that can be expanded. The PureSystems cloud is delivered with built-in security, with no single point of failure.

To significantly accelerate the use of the cloud, IBM has included a cloud self-service and provisioning interface directly into PureSystems. An application developer, for example, can use the self-service feature to configure a cloud environment application without any help from the IT department.  PureSystems will sense and respond to the needs of the running applications and services and make decisions on how best to deploy IT resources while ensuring maximum efficiency, performance, and control.

PureSystems integrates the same foundational technologies and software used in IBM's public SmartCloud Services offerings.  As a result, by sharing common capabilities and interfaces, application developers can use IBM SmartCloud Services to create and test new applications.

Pricing and Availability
The first two models of the PureSystems family - PureFlex System and PureApplication System -- start shipping to customers this quarter. PureSystems support POWER processors and Intel processors.

Credit-qualified clients that elect financing can see immediate benefits with PureSystems while deferring their first payment for 90 days.  Flexible financing options provided by IBM Global Financing[4] make it simple for clients to acquire PureSystems, while enabling them to manage budgets more easily with predictable payments. IBM Global Asset Recovery Services can buy back servers, including those made by HP and Oracle, for clients migrating to IBM PureSystems.

For more information on IBM PureSystems: http://www.ibm.com/press/pure, http://www.expertintegratedsystemsblog.com  and http://www.youtube.com/user/expertintegratedsys.

Media Contacts
Faye Abloeser

IBM Media Relations

+1 908-77-0762
abloeser@us.ibm.com

Mike Corrado

IBM Media Relations

914-766-4635
mcorrado@us.ibm.com

Editors' Note: Photos are available via the Associated Press Photo Network and on the Internet at Feature Photo Service's link: http://www.newscom.com

[1] IDC Analyst Matt Eastwood, IDC Directions Presentation, 2011

[2] Compared utilizing virtualized applications between PureFlex System and previous generation BladeCenter HS22V. Specific client environments and results may vary.

[3] Compared to previous generation blade servers. Specific client environments and results may vary.

[4] IBM Global Financing offerings are provided through IBM Credit LLC in the United States and other IBM subsidiaries and divisions worldwide to qualified commercial and government clients.  Rates and availability are based on a client's credit rating, financing terms, offering type, equipment and product type and options, and may vary by country. Non-hardware items must be one-time, non-recurring charges and are financed by means of loans.  Other restrictions may apply.  Rates and offerings are subject to change, extension or withdrawal without notice and may not be available in all countries.

SOURCE  IBM

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IBM

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

AT&T 4G LTE Expands in Staten Island

More customers to benefit from ultra-fast mobile Internet on the latest LTE devices

NEW YORK, April 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- AT&T* has expanded its 4G LTE network in Staten Island, bringing more customers the latest generation of wireless network technology.  The expanded coverage is part of its ongoing rollout across the market. AT&T 4G LTE coverage now includes all five boroughs.

AT&T 4G LTE provides several benefits, including:

    --  Faster speeds. LTE technology is capable of delivering mobile Internet
        speeds up to 10 times faster than 3G. Customers can stream, download,
        upload and game faster than ever before.
    --  Cool new devices. AT&T offers several LTE-compatible devices, including
        new AT&T 4G LTE smartphones and tablets, such as the first LTE Windows
        Phone Nokia Lumia 900, Samsung Galaxy Note(TM), and Pantech Element(TM)
        tablet.
    --  Faster response time. LTE technology offers lower latency, or the
        processing time it takes to move data through a network, such as how
        long it takes to start downloading a webpage or file once you've sent
        the request. Lower latency helps to improve services like mobile gaming,
        two-way video calling and telemedicine.
    --  More efficient use of spectrum. Wireless spectrum is a finite resource,
        and LTE uses spectrum more efficiently than other technologies, creating
        more space to carry data traffic and services and to deliver a better
        network experience.

"We've seen positive response from customers on our 4G LTE launch, and as today's expansion shows, we're continuing our rollout of fast LTE speeds to more areas of Staten Island," said Tom DeVito, Vice President General Manager for New York and New Jersey.

AT&T's 4G Network
AT&T customers have access to the nation's largest 4G network, covering nearly 250 million people. Even as 4G LTE expands, AT&T customers are able to enjoy widespread, ultra-fast and consistent 4G speeds on their compatible device as they move in and out of LTE areas. AT&T has two 4G networks that work together for customers, LTE and HSPA+ with enhanced backhaul. With other carriers, when you travel outside of their LTE coverage area, you're on a much slower 3G network.

Limited 4G LTE availability in select markets. Deployment ongoing. 4G LTE device and data plan required.  Up to 10x claim compares 4G LTE download speeds to industry average 3G download speeds. LTE is a trademark of ETSI. Learn more about 4G LTE at att.com/network.

*AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.

About AT&T
AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T) is a premier communications holding company and one of the most honored companies in the world. Its subsidiaries and affiliates - AT&T operating companies - are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and around the world. With a powerful array of network resources that includes the nation's largest 4G network, AT&T is a leading provider of wireless, Wi-Fi, high speed Internet, voice and cloud-based services. A leader in mobile Internet, AT&T also offers the best wireless coverage worldwide of any U.S. carrier, offering the most wireless phones that work in the most countries.  It also offers advanced TV services under the AT&T U-verse(®) and AT&T ?DIRECTV brands. The company's suite of IP-based business communications services is one of the most advanced in the world. In domestic markets, AT&T Advertising Solutions and AT&T Interactive are known for their leadership in local search and advertising.

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.  This AT&T news release and other announcements are available at http://www.att.com/newsroom and as part of an RSS feed at http://www.att.com/rss. Or follow our news on Twitter at @ATT.

Cautionary Language Concerning Forward-Looking Statements

Information set forth in this press release contains financial estimates and other forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties, and actual results might 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 and revise statements contained in this news release based on new information or otherwise.

SOURCE  AT&T Inc.

AT&T Inc.

CONTACT: Jon Reinish of SKDKnickerbocker, +1-212-561-8730 x229, jreinish@skdknick.com, for AT&T

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