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LG Electronics Honored for First 4G LTE Dual-Persona Smartphone

The Revolution(TM) by LG with VMware Horizon Mobile(TM) is a virtualized LTE Android smartphone - the first of its  kind selected as an Honoree for the 2012 CES Innovations Award.

NEW YORK, Nov. 8, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics, Inc. (LG) announced today that it has been named as an International 2012 CES Innovations 2011 Design and Engineering Awards Honoree. The Revolution(TM) by LG with VMware Horizon Mobile(TM) represents the successful collaboration between one of the world's largest handset manufacturers, LG and virtualization and cloud infrastructure leader, VMware.

Available for preview at CES UNVEILED@NY event in New York City, the Revolution by LG with VMware Horizon Mobile is the world's first virtualized LTE smartphone enabling dual personas on a single mobile device. Aptly termed "Privacy & Business" (P&B) by LG, the user is able to switch between two profiles - the private profile for personal use and the business profile for work. This device also facilitates enterprise IT organizations in enforcing IT governance policies, particularly around data security and device manageability.

"Being selected as an Honoree by the 2012 Innovations Design and Engineering Awards is a continuation of LG's prowess in mobile device manufacturing as well as integration of mobility solutions from our ecosystem of partners," said Ki S. Kim, corporate vice president and head of Global Enterprise Mobility Solutions (B2B) at LG Electronics. "Clearly, LG's intense efforts channeled into mobile virtualization development with VMware have paid off. We are proud to be recognized as the innovation leader for enterprise mobility solutions."

The distinction extended to the electronics giant demonstrates LG's thought leadership in B2B, and it being on the forefront of creating innovative, advanced mobile devices acknowledged by industry experts. With LG's P&B devices, enterprises can transform business processes and unveil the competitive advantages brought about with higher employee productivity, operational effectiveness and efficiency.

"We are excited that the Revolution by LG with VMware Horizon Mobile has been selected as an honoree for the 2012 CES Innovations Award," said Steve Herrod, senior vice president and chief technology officer, VMware. "VMware Horizon Mobile will enable enterprises to securely adopt bring your own device policies and provide employees the freedom to have one device for work and personal use. Couple that with the Revolution by LG and you will have an innovative device that will change the way we stay connected."

This news follows closely the recent announcement by VMware and Verizon Wireless who have established a strategic partnership to bring dual-persona Android devices to market. LG plays a critical role in complementing this effort by ensuring that mobile virtualization technology is successfully integrated and optimized with world-class Android smartphones to create enterprise-ready mobile devices.

"LG's P&B devices will support enterprises looking to respond to increasing requests for Bring Your Own Device capabilities.  The value proposition is that enterprise customers will benefit from reduced expenses and increased employee satisfaction, all in a secure environment - when they are on our reliable 3G and 4G networks," said Jennifer Rosales, executive director, Verizon Wireless, Business Solutions Group. "Our partnership with VMWare ensures we deliver partitioned access for business use on a personal device down to the operating system level, as demonstrated by the Revolution by LG with VMware Horizon Mobile."

For more information, visit LG Enterprise Mobility Solutions at http://enterprisesolutions.lgmobile.com:6010/main.htm

About LG Electronics, Inc.

LG Electronics, Inc. (kse:066570.KS) is a global leader and technology innovator in consumer electronics, mobile communications and home appliances, employing more than 93,000 people working in over 120 operations around the world. With 2010 global sales of 55.8 trillion Korean won (USD 48.2 billion), LG comprises four business units - Home Entertainment, Mobile Communications, Home Appliance, and Air Conditioning & Energy Solutions. LG is one of the world's leading producers of flat panel TVs, mobile devices, air conditioners, washing machines, and refrigerators. LG has signed a long-term agreement to become both a Global Partner and a Technology Partner of Formula 1(TM). As part of this top-level association, LG acquires exclusive designations and marketing rights as the official consumer electronics, mobile phone and data processor of this global sporting event. For more information, please visit http://www.lg.com

About LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company

The LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company is a leading global mobile communications and information company. With its cutting-edge technology and innovative design capabilities, LG creates handsets that provide an optimized mobile experience to customers around the world. LG is pursuing convergence technology and mobile computing products, while continuing its leadership role in mobile communication with stylish designs and smart technology. For more information, please visit http://www.lgmobilephones.com .

SOURCE  LG Electronics

LG Electronics

CONTACT: Elizabeth Latham, LG Electronics, Inc., LG MobileComm U.S.A., Inc, +1-757-705-6361, Elizabeth.latham@lge.com, or Leslie Marcotte of LG-One, +1-303-634-2604, Leslie.marcotte@LG-One.com

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

New Cloud-Based Public Safety Communications Software Tool Will Provide Interoperability Between Public Safety Departments

Authority RedHawk LT Allows Law Enforcement and Fire/EMS Departments to Communicate Car-to-Car, Car-to-Station, and Agency-to-Agency over Secure Servers

ENGLEWOOD, Ohio, Nov. 8, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- With the recent ten-year anniversary of the 9/11 attacks on the World Trade Center still fresh on their minds, Creative Microsystems, Inc. (CMI), based in Englewood, Ohio, is releasing its Authority RedHawk LT product to public safety agencies across the State of Ohio, and eventually, the nation.

One of the issues that came to light during the 9/11 attacks was the lack of interoperability between responding public safety agencies. According to Derick Amos, Product Manager for CMI's Authority Safety product line, "Authority RedHawk LT addresses this communication issue between public safety agencies by providing a low-cost (small annual administrative fee) tool that will allow departments to communicate with one another." This Car-to-Car, Car-to-Station, and Agency-to-Agency communication will provide the interoperability that is greatly needed, but often cost-prohibitive, particularly for smaller agencies.

Authority RedHawk LT is a subset of Authority RedHawk. It offers a text and VOIP internet phone option ONLY. This interoperability will allow Law Enforcement and Fire/EMS Departments to send text messages and to make VOIP phone calls through CMI's secured servers located at their Englewood headquarters.

Authority RedHawk (the full version) is an information and communications tool that greatly enhances officer safety and department interoperability. This safety-promoting application is a Web service that, in addition to text and VOIP internet phone options, allows officers and departments to run NCIC queries, thus giving the officer immediate feedback on the person or vehicle that they are engaged with.

For more information about Authority RedHawk LT or Authority RedHawk, please send an e-mail request to RedHawkLT@civicacmi.com.

CMI, a Civica Group company, is located in Englewood, Ohio, and has been providing cutting-edge software to municipal governments since 1979. CMI has over 25 years of experience working with law enforcement and Fire/EMS agencies.

    Contact: Derick Amos, Public Safety
     Product Manager                          Creative Microsystems, Inc.
    Tel: 1-800-686-9313                       52 Hillside Court
    E-mail: amosd@civicacmi.com               Englewood, Ohio  45322

SOURCE  Creative Microsystems, Inc.

Creative Microsystems, Inc.

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

Fluke Networks Releases New Signature Updates to Protect Against Emerging Wireless Security Threats and Vulnerabilities

EVERETT, Washington, November 8, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

   
         - AirMagnet's Intrusion Research Team monitors latest threats,
    creates custom signatures and automatically pushes updates to ensure
                AirMagnet Enterprise 9.0 customer protection

    Fluke Networks [http://www.flukenetworks.com/?PR=sigs ] today announced
the release of new threat signature updates for its AirMagnet Enterprise 9.0
[http://www.flukenetworks.com/enterprise-network/wireless-network/AirMagnet-Enterprise?PR=sig ]
wireless intrusion detection and prevention system
(WIDS/WIPS). The updates offer protection against wireless threats and
vulnerabilities, including Karmetasploit and Apple's new AirDrop feature. By
utilizing its proprietary Dynamic Threat Update (DTU) technology, AirMagnet
Enterprise offers the only wireless LAN (WLAN) security system on the market
today that can quickly generate signature updates for immediate protection
and automatically push them to customers without requiring scheduled
downtime or additional IT resources.

    "Our ability to immediately update against emerging threats is
increasingly critical to both our enterprise and government customers given
the growth in Wi-Fi networks and cybercrime," said Jesse Frankel, product
marketing manager at Fluke Networks and leader of the AirMagnet Intrusion
Research Team. "In the last few months alone, the National Institute of
Standards and Technology released updated security guidelines recommending
that Federal agencies implement continuous monitoring in support of WLAN
security - which they are now viewing as even more important than security
monitoring for other types of systems(1)."

    To help protect AirMagnet Enterprise customers against the changing WLAN
vulnerabilities and threats, the following new signature updates have been
released:

   
    - AirDrop - Apple's Mac OS(R) X Lion includes the new AirDrop
      feature that allows multiple users to share files wirelessly - which can
      be a violation of company security policies - creating security risks
      that could result in protected data being easily transferred to unknown
      machines outside of the enterprise network, potentially leaving the
      network vulnerable to other active attacks.
    - Karmetasploit - This is an aggressive man in the middle (MitM)
      style attack that tricks a client into associating with a device
      masquerading as an access point running KARMA. This allows a hacker to
      do any number of the following: gain access to the client machine,
      capture passwords, harvest data and conduct a wide variety of
      application exploits.
    - DHCP Starvation Attack - A DHCP starvation attack run from a
      wireless client can cause other clients to connect to a malicious
      network. Wireless guest networks and unencrypted commercial hotspots are
      especially vulnerable to this attack, which can lead to lost
      productivity or revenue.

    "The emergence of new threats and vulnerabilities like AirDrop, along
with the evolution of sophisticated attack tools like Karmetasploit and
viral SSIDs such as Free Public Wi-Fi, continue to prey upon wireless users
who unwittingly expose corporate data and place their employer's assets at
risk," said Lisa Phifer, president of network security consultancy Core
Competence. "New WIPS signatures are essential to quickly being able to
alert IT of such attacks. An up-to-date, always-available WIPS, such as
AirMagnet Enterprise, can help enterprises avoid costly data breaches and
WLAN downtime that may result from otherwise-undetected threats such as
these."

    For a complete list of signature updates released by Fluke Networks,
including AirPWN, Device Broadcasting XSS SSID and Ad-hoc Station
Broadcasting Free Public Wi-Fi SSID, please visit the AirWISE Community
[http://www.airwisecommunity.com/?PR=sigs ]. For more information about
AirMagnet Enterprise 9.0, please visit Fluke Networks
[http://www.flukenetworks.com/?PR=sigs ].

    About Fluke Networks

    Fluke Networks is the world-leading provider of network test and
monitoring solutions to speed the deployment and improve the performance of
networks and applications. Leading enterprises and service providers trust
Fluke Networks' products and expertise to help solve today's toughest issues
and emerging challenges in WLAN security, mobility, unified communications
and data centers. Based in Everett, Wash., the company distributes products
in more than 50 countries. For more information, visit
http://www.FlukeNetworks.com or call +1(425)446-4519.

    (1) National Institute of Standards and Technology. September 2011.
"Guidelines for Securing Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs), Special
Publication 800-153 (Draft)."

Source: Fluke Networks

Kerry Desberg of Fluke Networks, +1-425-231-9529, Kerry.desberg@flukenetworks.com; or Justin Hall of VOXUS PR, +1-253-444-5442, jhall@voxuspr.com, for Fluke Networks

Introducing Lookmatic.com

Online Optical E-Tailer, Formerly Known as Spexclub, Rebrands With New Name, Executive Team and Pop Up Installation

NEW YORK, Nov. 8, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Visionary pioneers behind LOOKMATIC (http://www.Lookmatic.com), the company formerly known as Spexclub, proudly announce a rebranding complete with a new name, a new executive team and a forthcoming pop up installation. As the go-to resource for stunning eyewear, LOOKMATIC enables those with a passion for fashion and a head for value to accessorize in any way that best expresses their individuality. With LOOKMATIC, prescription glasses transform from a costly object to a realistically priced and coveted statement piece.

(Photo:  http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20111108/NY02785 )

With a fresh moniker, enhanced consumer experience, LOOKMATIC appoints marketing, branding and e-commerce veterans Joe Cole - Executive Director - and Jason Turner - COO. Cole and Turner felt passionately that they needed to find a name that better expressed the company's vision. 'Look' captures the essence of enabling individuals to affordably enhance and change their personal style or look, through eyewear. 'Matic' has that retro-cool vibe which encapsulates much of the team's design inspiration.

'LOOKMATIC presents eyewear as an accessory, not just a necessity. Offering cool glasses at sensible prices so people can afford to stay on-trend and see clearly,' says Cole.

'LOOKMATIC is inspired by personal style and accessibility - everyone should be able to afford to change their 'look' with multiple pairs of beautiful prescription eyewear,' says Turner.

LOOKMATIC offers a range of hand-made frames - inspired by the 1950's, 1960's and 1980's - all for $88. Just frames and sunglasses are $58. Styles are updated regularly, with 24-hour customer support; the site features a virtual try-on tool allowing customers to 'try on' their favorite frames before purchasing. As a part of revolutionizing the way we think about buying eyewear, LOOKMATIC has removed all of the risk to their customer by offering free shipping on orders and returns as well as a full refund, no questions asked.

In December, L.A-based consumers can experience LOOKMATIC's curated selection of fashion-forward styles with the launch of the brand's first-ever pop-up installation at the boutique TenOverSix. Consumers are invited to engage with the site, virtually try on styles and order glasses.

LOOKMATIC dispels the myth that fashionable frames must cost hundreds of dollars. Fashion minded individuals and eyewear lovers can now grow their collection, accessorize their look, and see things more clearly for $88.

SOURCE  LOOKMATIC

Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20111108/NY02785
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
LOOKMATIC

CONTACT: Zoe Coady, Brandstyle Communications, +1-212-867-0385, zoe@brandstylecommunications.com

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

National Public Safety Organizations and Wireless Industry Respond to FCC Report on 9-1-1 Fund Diversion

Finds seven states collected 9-1-1 fees from consumers but used the funds to support other programs

WASHINGTON, Nov. 8, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Today, national organizations representing the public safety and wireless industries released the following statements in response to the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) 3rd Annual Report to Congress on State Collection and Distribution of 911 and Enhanced 911 Fees and Charges:

From CTIA-The Wireless Association's Vice President of External and State Affairs Jamie Hastings:
"Every day, 396,000 9-1-1 calls are made on wireless devices. With almost 30 percent of wireless-only Americans, mobile consumers pay more than $2 billion a year for their states' 9-1-1 funds to ensure our nation's first responders are properly equipped to handle wireless distress calls. Wireless carriers are required to provide truthful descriptions of the line items on their customers' bills; state governments should be held to the same standard.

"Even though the number of states that are poaching from the 9-1-1 funds has declined, it is gravely disappointing to see states blatantly ignore what is best for their citizens and first responders. CTIA and the wireless industry remain ardent supporters of the public safety community and are committed to working with Congress and the FCC to stop states from misappropriating these funds."

From National Emergency Number Association President Rick Galway, ENP:
"Lives are saved every day thanks to America's 9-1-1 system. Decades of government leadership and steady technological progress have given citizens a reliable 9-1-1 system they can trust. In return, citizens trust their state and local governments to responsibly manage the funds collected to pay for 9-1-1 systems. Misuse of 9-1-1 funds not only puts one of the nation's most critical systems at risk; it also breaks the trust established with the public.

"Unfortunately, some state and local governments continue to see 9-1-1 revenues as a funding source for other programs. Funds the public remits in good faith specifically for 9-1-1 purposes must be used to further 9-1-1's most basic purpose: to ensure that 9-1-1 callers can quickly be located in emergency situations and receive an effective emergency response. NENA encourages Congress, the FCC, and leaders in all fifty states to take action to end the practice of redirecting 9-1-1 fee revenues and ensure 9-1-1 systems have the funding necessary for the technological upgrades necessary to keep pace with consumer expectations and enable the seamless sharing of voice, text, video, and other data between citizens, 9-1-1 centers, and first responders."

From iCERT-The Industry Council for Emergency Response Technologies' Executive Director George Rice:
"Our nation's 9-1-1 professionals make technology investment decisions every day. The resources available to them sit as a guide for these decisions as they look to improve their systems and ensure effective deployment of emergency services.

"Assurance of funding for 9-1-1 services and necessary enhancements is a critical component for planning at the agency and jurisdiction levels. When these funds are diverted, planning becomes far more reactionary and less strategic, thus diminishing the effectiveness of our nationwide emergency response infrastructure.

"The Industry Council stands fast with our state and local government partners, and with allied associations, in our collective efforts to garner and safeguard the resources required to deliver emergency services to those in need."

From APCO International President Gregg Riddle:
"APCO International strongly believes that raiding 9-1-1 fees jeopardizes public safety's ability to acquire and implement existing, as well as new and emerging, technologies necessary to continue receiving and responding to emergency situations and providing essential emergency services to citizens.

"We must ensure that public safety has the funds it needs not only to answer 9-1-1 calls, but to take action and dispatch emergency services to calls for help in critical situations. We recognize the fact that many States and local communities are facing tough economic times and large budget deficits, but we caution that this is not a reason to be penny wise and pound foolish by depleting funds that are essential to 9-1-1 and emergency communications operations."

About CTIA-The Wireless Association
CTIA-The Wireless Association® (http://www.ctia.org) is an international organization representing the wireless communications industry. Membership in the association includes wireless carriers and their suppliers, as well as providers and manufacturers of wireless data services and products. CTIA advocates on behalf of its members at all levels of government. The association also coordinates the industry's voluntary best practices and initiatives, and sponsors the industry's leading wireless tradeshows. CTIA was founded in 1984 and is based in Washington, D.C.

About the National Emergency Number Association
NENA serves the public safety community as the only professional organization solely focused on 9-1-1 policy, technology, operations, and education issues. With more than 7,000 members in 48 chapters across North America and around the globe, NENA promotes the implementation and awareness of 9-1-1 and international three-digit emergency communications systems. NENA works with public policy leaders, emergency services and telecommunications industry partners, like-minded public safety associations, and other stakeholder groups to develop and carry out critical programs and initiatives; to facilitate the creation of an IP-based Next Generation 9-1-1 system; and to establish industry leading standards, training, and certifications. Find out more at http://www.nena.org.

About the Industry Council for Emergency Response Technologies (iCERT)
The Industry Council for Emergency Response Technologies (iCERT) represents the voice of the commercial sector in the emergency communications field.  Established by a group of prominent leaders in December 2005 originally as the 9-1-1 Industry Alliance, iCERT - the Industry Council - plays an important role as the voice of companies on public policy issues impacting 9-1-1 and the emergency response system.  Industry Council members believe that business leaders' expertise can assist public policymakers and government emergency communications professionals as they address complex choices regarding advanced communications technology alternatives in the years ahead.  Through advocacy, research and in coordination with the public sector, the Industry Council plays a vital role in the development and deployment of emergency response technologies. Find out more at http://www.theindustrycouncil.org.   

About APCO
APCO International is the world's largest organization of public safety communications professionals. It serves the needs of public safety communications practitioners worldwide--and the welfare of the general public as a whole--by providing complete expertise, professional development, technical assistance, advocacy and outreach.

SOURCE  CTIA-The Wireless Association

CTIA-The Wireless Association

CONTACT: Amy Storey, CTIA-The Wireless Association, +1-202-736-3207; Chris Nussman, NENA: The 9-1-1 Association, +1-202-466-4911; George S. Rice, Jr., iCERT, +1-240-398-3065; or Mark Cannon, APCO International, +1-571-312-4400

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

GDS Launches New Conference Geared Towards Mobile Strategy

BRISTOL, England, November 8, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

    Following the success of iStrategy, a leading global digital media
conference series, host company and event organizer GDS International has
announced the launch of sister series mStrategy.

    Dedicated to mapping out the evolution of the mobile ecosystem, the
mStrategy series will examine areas around designing usability to technical
advances in smartphones, innovative content distribution and disruptive
wireless connections.

    Spencer Green, Chairman of GDS International, says, "It's an incredibly
exciting time within the mobile world. The new mStrategy series is focused
on combining creativity with innovative business strategy to unveil routes
to succeeding on the world's most aggressively growing industry."

    The conference series should have a fast start with a fantastic line-up
of speakers already confirmed including the likes of Rick Osterloh, VP
Product & Design, Skype and Florian Seiche, President EMEA, HTC.

    To find out more, visit the mStrategy website
[http://www.mstrategy.com ] or read about it on
http://www.gdsinternationaluk.com

    About GDS International:

    GDS International is one of the most innovative events and media
companies worldwide and a globally renowned producer of business-to-business
summits, conferences, online information and advisory group gatherings.

    Founded in 1993, GDS International specialises in meeting the B2B
marketing needs of our clients. Having a strong presence in mature
industrial sectors but a finger on the pulse of emerging markets - as well
as up-and-coming B2B business verticals - means we are perfectly placed to
capitalise on the exciting developments brought about by the advent of a
globalised economy.

    Our value proposition is simple: we deliver real results. And we're very
good at it. http://www.gdsinternational.com

    Contact: Hannah Duffie ( hannah@gdsinternational.com) +441179214000

Source: GDS International

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"Thank You For My Freedom"

National WWII Museum Launches Campaign of Gratitude for Military Veterans of All Eras

Challenges the Country to Give a "Million Thanks"

NEW ORLEANS, Nov. 8, 2011/PRNewswire/ -- In recognition of Veterans Day, The National WWII Museum is asking citizens to visit a special website -- http://www.myveteransday.org -- to thank the brave men and women in uniform who protect our freedom. The site is part of a new social media campaign entitled "Thank You For My Freedom," to send expressions of gratitude to veterans of all ages and conflicts.

The campaign aims to send one million Americans to http://www.myveteransday.org where they can watch a heartwarming video and offer their thanks and best wishes to veterans by posting a personal photo, video or written message. The final tally and a video compendium of the most moving expressions of gratitude will be revealed at the Museum's Celebration of Heroes event taking place November 11 on the institution's six-acre campus in New Orleans.

"We hope this grassroots effort will move the nation to take action," said National WWII Museum President and CEO Dr. Gordon H. "Nick" Mueller. "Veterans paid the price for our precious freedoms. Today, Americans can come to our website and easily thank a military veteran in their own unique way."

Conceived by the Museum's Director of Interactive Services Jonah Langenbeck, the campaign harnesses the power of social media. People can post videos on the Museum's YouTube channel and videos and photos can be shared on Facebook and Twitter.

"We think of it as digital ticker-tape parade," Langenbeck says. "It's how we can express our gratitude for all these heroes in a 21st Century way."

Boeing is also supporting the Museum's Veterans Day initiative as a National Promotional Partner.

The National WWII Museum tells the story of the American Experience in the war that changed the world - why it was fought, how it was won, and what it means today. Dedicated in 2000 as The National D-Day Museum and now designated by Congress as America's National WWII Museum, it celebrates the American Spirit, teamwork, optimism, courage and sacrifice of the men and women who served on the battlefront and the Home Front. For more information, call 877-813-3329 or 504-527-6012 or visit http://www.nationalww2museum.org. Follow us on Twitter at WWIImuseumor visit our Facebook page.

SOURCE  The National World War II Museum

The National World War II Museum

CONTACT: Andy  Myer of The National WWII Museum, +1-504-528-1944, ext. 357, andy.myer@nationalww2museum.org

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

Shaw Launches Canada's Fastest Inter City Fibre-Optic Network

Network makes Shaw first provider in Canada capable of carrying Internet, voice, video and data at 100 Gigabits per second

CALGARY, Alberta, Nov. 8, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Shaw communications announced the next generation of Canada's fastest Internet, with the launch of the nation's first 100 Gigabit per second (Gbit/s) fibre-optic network.

The network, delivered by Alcatel-Lucent, has the capability of carrying up to eighty-eight 100 Gbit/s channels over a single pair of fibres. The result is a game-changing network able to handle up to 133 million voice calls, 440,000 HDTV channels, or transmit 44 Blu-ray Discs in one second.

"People are demanding more from their Internet experience, and as a leader in Broadband Internet, Shaw continues to upgrade to bring Canadians the best Internet experience," said Peter Bissonnette, President, Shaw Communications Inc. "The launch of this fibre-optic network allows us to lay the foundation in delivering a new Internet experience for our customers."

The technology delivers services at a rate of 100 Gbit/s - 10 times faster than Shaw's existing fibre-optic network. The launch follows a field trial over a 350-kilometre network between Calgary and Edmonton. Enhancements to the fibre-optic network will benefit both residential and business customers by providing new services, speed and reliability that is part of the Shaw Internet experience.

Shaw was also the first provider in Canada to trial Gigabit Internet in April 2010, delivered through Fibre-to-the-Home (FTTH) and will be able to support new and emerging Internet applications that require faster download speeds over the new fibre-optic network.

For more information please visit SHAW.CA.

About Shaw Communications Inc.

Shaw Communications Inc. is a diversified communications and media company, providing consumers with broadband cable television, High-Speed Internet, Home Phone, telecommunications services (through Shaw Business), satellite direct-to-home services (through Shaw Direct) and engaging programming content (through Shaw Media). Shaw serves 3.4 million customers, through a reliable and extensive fibre network. Shaw Media operates one of the largest conventional television networks in Canada, Global Television, and 18 specialty networks including HGTV Canada, Food Network Canada, History Television and Showcase. Shaw is traded on the Toronto and New York stock exchanges and is included in the S&P/TSX 60 Index (Symbol: TSX - SJR.B, NYSE - SJR). For more information about Shaw, please visit http://www.shaw.ca.

SOURCE  Shaw Communications Inc.

Shaw Communications Inc.

CONTACT: Shaw Investor Relations, investor.relations@sjrb.ca

Web Site: http://www.shaw.ca

Courtyard by Marriott Takes Virtual Concierge to the Next Level and Beyond with New GoBoard® 4.0

BETHESDA, Md., Nov. 8, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- In today's world, travelers expect to have relevant information readily available at any given time. Courtyard by Marriott, a pioneer and leader in the world of virtual concierge, understands and offers them exactly what they want at their fingertips. Along with its partner, Four Winds Interactive, Courtyard today pushes hospitality technology to the next level by unveiling the new and exciting GoBoard® 4.0.

(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20111108/PH02446 )

(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20100217/NE56162LOGO-a )

Launched in 2008, the award winning GoBoard®  has evolved to serve the needs of guests and the constantly changing technological requirements of business and personal travelers worldwide. The new 4.0 version highlights mobile integration, enhancing the user experience with features such as Microsoft Tags.

"We are thrilled to present this new technology to our guests," said Janis Milham, vice president and global brand manager for Courtyard by Marriott. "The new GoBoard®  4.0 features allow travelers to access information easily and to maximize the use of the GoBoard's offerings. This development helps us deliver on our brand promise of giving our customers more options to empower them while on the road."

The enhanced GoBoard® 4.0 includes:

    --  Microsoft Tags - Attached to all local information options on the
        GoBoard®. Guests can now send directions from the GoBoard®  directly
        to their smart phones.
    --  ADA (Americans With Disabilities Act) friendly - The ADA button located
        in the lower right-hand corner of the screen enables access to
        information and features on the GoBoard®  for those with disabilities.
    --  Flight information - Immediate access to detailed flight departure and
        arrival information for all local airports.
    --  Expanded view - Full-screen access to popular content offerings
        including Entertainment & Local Events, Hotel Information and Air &
        Ground Transportation details.
    --  Walking directions - Access to walking directions through a new
        directional option that has been added to all destinations.

Together with Four Winds Interactive, Courtyard created the GoBoard®  to serve as a key component of its redesigned lobby environment that offers guests an open and flexible space to "eat, drink and connect." Along with media pods, Wi-Fi and a variety of seating zones, the redefined space is ideal for everything from pop-up meetings to social gatherings. The GoBoard®  serves as the center of information, providing real-time content including news, weather, travel details and local area mapping. Currently available in more than 390 locations worldwide, the GoBoard®  was designed with today's busy traveler in mind.

"We have worked closely with Marriott to identify enhancements that would make the guest experience with the GoBoard® more efficient and dynamic," said David Levin, president, Four Winds Interactive. "The GoBoard® has garnered critical acclaim and recognition not just throughout the hospitality market, but the digital signage industry as a whole, which speaks to its versatility and relevance."

The GoBoard® is currently located at more than 390 Courtyard properties across the United States, as well as at three airport "lobby zones" in Baltimore, Phoenix and Houston that will showcase the new Courtyard experience this fall. Internationally, the GoBoard®  has been installed at 25 hotels in more than 10 countries, including Germany, France, India, China, Mexico and Canada. Courtyard expects to add GoBoards to all domestic and international hotels in the next few years. Apart from the virtual concierge capability, the international GoBoards also feature multi-lingual capabilities.

Courtyard by Marriott offers a refreshing environment that helps guests stay connected, productive and balanced.   Intuitive services and design accommodate guests' needs for choice and control.  With more than 900 locations in 35 countries, Courtyard by Marriott hotels participate in the award winning Marriott Rewards frequent travel program that allows members to earn hotel points or airline miles for every dollar spent during each stay.  For more information go to http://www.courtyard.com.

Visit Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR) for company information. For more information or reservations, please visit our website at http://www.marriott.com, and for the latest company news,visit http://www.marriottnewscenter.com.

Four Winds Interactive (FWi) provides a software platform for developing, deploying and managing digital communications networks on digital signs, interactive kiosks, web and mobile devices. FWi's solution makes it possible to quickly and easily create dynamic messages to inform, educate and motivate your audiences through a single solution that supports all of your digital communications applications.  Visit http://www.fourwindsinteractive.com for more information.

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CONTACT: Nina Herrera-Davila, Marriott International, Inc., +1-301-380-2691, Nina.herrera-davila@marriott.com

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

Tektronix Communications RAN Performance Optimization Solution Available on Industry-Leading GeoProbe System

OptiMon for GeoProbe Solution Combines Radio Optimization with 24/7 End-to-End Network Wide Monitoring

RICHARDSON, Texas, Nov. 8, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Tektronix Communications, a leading worldwide provider of communications test and Network Intelligence solutions, today announced the availability of an integrated solution for the industry-leading GeoProbe system. OptiMon for GeoProbe allows customers to leverage their investment with the fully scalable, 24/7 real-time network-wide monitoring platform based on GeoProbe with a state-of-the-art 3G RAN performance optimization solution provided by OptiMon. This combined integrated solution allows service providers to improve subscriber accessibility, retainability and performance of their mobile networks.

The rapid success of mobile broadband and the huge demand for high speed data services is making it more imperative for mobile service providers to ensure that their 3G network performance is properly optimized. It is also becoming increasingly complex and often inefficient for mobile service providers to gain a deep understanding of their RAN performance through the process and tools they have inherited from legacy technology operations, which involve time and cost-intensive network audits, and the use of a subset of statistics gathered from the radio network.

"As a market leader in mobile network monitoring and protocol analysis based troubleshooting, Tektronix Communications is dedicated to providing new solutions to assure network and service performance, and customer experience," said Olga Yashkova, Frost & Sullivan. "Tektronix Communications' new OptiMon offering for GeoProbe addresses the needs of multiple radio access departments within the service provider to improve their daily network management, troubleshooting, and optimization workflows as network traffic and complexity continues to grow."

The OptiMon for GeoProbe solution offers an integrated suite of products that gather critical, real-time data from the 3G network. The captured data is analyzed to provide Key Performance Indicators (KPI) and long-term trending analysis. Beyond detecting performance issues, users can also perform level 2 & 3 advanced RAN troubleshooting analysis to determine and isolate issues such as multi-RAB problems caused by smartphones, and other devices.

"Tektronix Communications is responding to our customers' demand for flexible, intelligent solutions that give them the ability to rapidly resolve issues," said Richard Kenedi, vice president, Test and Optimization, Tektronix Communications. "We are pleased to be able to leverage some of our products to provide our customers broader solutions. This combined offering helps our customers improve business agility by optimizing network infrastructure to deliver higher quality services faster and more efficiently, and improve their market competitiveness via a 3G RAN optimization solution combined with a 24/7 end-to-end network monitoring solution."

For additional information on Tektronix Communications' OptiMon for GeoProbe offering, please visit the company at booth #20 at TM Forum's Management World Americas in Orlando, November 8-10, 2011.

About GeoProbe

GeoProbe provides network engineers with the information needed to solve network and service problems across technologies, applications and element vendors. The solution enables engineers to proactively address quality performance issues through the use of near real-time alerts and ongoing historical analysis for more focused and effective troubleshooting. More information can be found at: http://www.tektronixcommunications.com/geoprobe.

About OptiMon

OptiMon is an integrated suite of products that gathers control and user plane performance data from 3G RAN interfaces (Iub, Iu, and Iur). This gives mobile operators the ability to identify in real-time the root cause of quality of service issues by mapping service problems with underlying radio or core network problems. OptiMon's unique set of features, measurements and analysis for troubleshooting and optimization sets it apart from any test or Network Equipment Manufacturing tools available in the industry today. More information can be found at: http://www.tektronixcommunications.com/optimon.

About Tektronix Communications

Tektronix Communications provides service providers and equipment manufacturers around the world an unparalleled suite of network diagnostics and service assurance solutions for fixed, mobile, IP and converged multi-service networks. This comprehensive set of solutions support a range of architectures and applications such as LTE, fixed mobile convergence, IMS, broadband wireless access, WiMAX, VoIP and triple play. Tektronix Communications is headquartered in Plano, Texas. Learn more about the company's test, measurement and service assurance solutions by visiting http://www.tektronixcommunications.com.

Tektronix is a registered trademark of Tektronix, Inc. All other trade names referenced are the service marks, trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

SOURCE  Tektronix Communications

Tektronix Communications

CONTACT: Alisha Goff of Tektronix Communications, +1-503-970-2496, alisha.goff@tek.com; or Jeniece Gibbs, +1-214-284-2886, jgibbs@golinharris.com, for Tektronix Communications

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

Evolve Launches New Online Service to Take Effort, Expense Out of Owning a Vacation Rental

DENVER, Nov. 8, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Evolve Vacation Rental Network today announced it is launching an online service that acts as a personal marketing, sales and service team for vacation rental owners.

Evolve has a new answer to a common question among vacation rental owners:  Is it better to operate as a rental-by-owner or hire a local property manager?  "Neither," said Evolve Co-Founder and CEO Brian Egan.  "We're offering a third option, something that owners have never seen before."

While vacation rental continues to grow in popularity (it's a $24.3 billion market in the U.S. alone), the options for owners have remained the same.  "Many owners feel trapped.  They are forced to choose between the hassle and guesswork of renting on their own against the expense and inconsistent performance of full service property management.  We built Evolve to fill the gaps in the status quo options and make it easier to be a vacation rental owner," explains Egan.

Evolve's service includes:

    --  Listing Creation:  Elegant, professionally designed listings that look
        great and compellingly describe the residence, access to amenities and
        the surrounding areas.
    --  Listing Promotion:  Placement on Evolve's site, promotion via search
        engine marketing and social media, as well as reaching over 50 million
        travelers by listing on popular vacation rental sites like VRBO,
        HomeAway, FlipKey and TripAdvisor, -- all at Evolve's cost.
    --  Traveler Service and Booking:  Prompt, professional response to all
        traveler inquiries and a simple booking process, including updated
        calendars, click-through rental agreements and credit card acceptance,
        to make it as easy as reserving a hotel room.

The company makes money by charging a 10% booking fee once a property is rented.  "Large upfront fees, annual contracts and cancellation penalties only make things harder for vacation rental owners.  You pay us when we perform:  It's risk-free and it's a fraction of what you'd pay otherwise.  It's that simple," said Adam Sherry, Co-Founder and COO.

Sherry emphasizes that the company's approach helps vacation rental travelers as well, "Part of helping homeowners means helping their traveler guests.  If we provide travelers with great service, they'll be more likely to book our homes, which means more rental income for our homeowners.  Everyone comes out ahead."

As evidence of the impact the company is having, Sherry cites the number of Evolve homeowners entering the vacation rental market for the first time, "We've been shocked at how many owners haven't been renting out their homes because of the effort or the expense.  There are millions of homes sitting on the sidelines.  That's a huge opportunity for us and for the industry as a whole."

Evolve currently operates in the continental United States, Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean and expects to grow rapidly in those markets and beyond in 2012.

Egan and Sherry come from Exclusive Resorts, which they helped to build from launch to an industry leader over eight years.  In founding Evolve, they sought to apply some of their lessons learned.  "Vacation rental is becoming a more complex and competitive market.  Travelers are starting to expect more in terms of communication and service," says Egan, "it's difficult for the average owner, or local property manager, to meet that standard on their own."

About Evolve Vacation Rental Network

Evolve (http://www.evolvevacationrental.com) is an online marketing and booking service for vacation rental owners that offers a new alternative to operating as a rental-by-owner or hiring a local property manager.  Evolve eliminates effort and expense for homeowners by combining online marketing technology, customer service and pay-for-performance pricing.  The company handles every facet of the vacation rental marketing process:  creating professionally designed listings, reaching a large network of travelers online and providing an outstanding booking experience with full traveler support.  Evolve was founded in 2011 in Denver, Colorado by industry veterans Brian Egan and Adam Sherry.

ContactMerredith BranscombeLeap Public RelationsMerredith@leappr.com720-235-7363

SOURCE  Evolve Vacation Rental Network

Evolve Vacation Rental Network

Web Site: http://evolvevacationrental.com

ScreenItAgain.com Expands Its Holiday-Themed Window Screen Offering for Easy, Hassle-Free Decorating

New holiday designs give consumers more options for simple seasonal decor

HOUSTON, Nov. 8, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- (NYSE: NX) - 'Tis the season for holiday decorating as homeowners across the country begin stringing lights, hanging wreaths and decking the halls in festive celebration.  For holiday enthusiasts looking for a new way to add flair to a home or business, ScreenItAgain.com, an online source for custom replacement screens and grilles, expands its innovative holiday window screen product offering with four new designs.  Consumers can choose from a classic holiday wreath, Santa Claus, snowman, or Christmas tree image printed directly onto the screen for an easy, hassle-free decorating option. 

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The ScreenItAgain.com holiday screens are available in sizes ranging from 18" x 20" to 46" x 70" in height, with the image printed proportionately to each window's exact dimensions.  Additionally, because the image is only visible on the exterior, it doesn't block the view from the inside looking out.  Starting under $50, the screens are an affordable way to decorate windows for the holidays. Volume discounts are applied when purchasing multiple screens.  Each screen comes with a protective envelope for easy storage during the off-season.  Orders typically ship in three to five business days.

"Decorating for the holiday season doesn't have to be difficult or time consuming," said Andrea North, product marketing manager for Quanex Building Products, parent company of ScreenItAgain.com.  "Our new holiday screens offer a fun, creative alternative that offers homeowners a durable, unique look that can be used and enjoyed for years to come."   

Consumers can visit ScreenItAgain.com to find easy step-by-step instructions for measuring screen dimensions, choosing the holiday image and helpful installation tips.

ScreenItAgain.com also offers replacement window and door screens and grilles in a wide range of profiles, colors and styles.  The easy-to-use online configurator helps consumers accurately replace aging or damaged window screens and grilles.  For homeowners looking to improve the energy efficiency of their home, ScreenItAgain.com provides solar window screen options that can block up to 90 percent of the sun's heat. 

About ScreenItAgain.com

With 'Made in USA' manufacturing facilities across the country, ScreenItAgain is a business unit of Quanex Building Products Corporation, a global company with a focus on residential engineered products for energy-saving  window and door systems, including window components and systems that optimize high performance insulating glass. http://www.screenitagain.com

About Quanex Building Products 

Quanex Building Products Corporation (NYSE:NX) is an industry-leading manufacturer of value-added, engineered materials and components, serving the energy-efficient building products markets. It is an ROIC-driven company that grows shareholder returns through a combination of organic growth via new products, programs and strategic acquisitions. For more information about Quanex, visit our website at http://www.quanex.com.

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CONTACT: Investor: Jeff Galow, +1-713-877-5327, jgalow@quanex.com, or Media: Erin Johnson, +1-330-447-7337, erin.johnson@edgetechig.com

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

ICM Registry Opens Landrush Period for .XXX Domains

Exclusive Opportunity to Register Valuable New Domain Names

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., Nov. 8, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- ICM Registry, the registry of the new .XXX top-level domain (TLD), today announced the opening of Landrush, an exclusive 17-day period for the adult entertainment community that closes on November 25, 2011. Landrush is the second of the three-part launch process that started with Sunrise and culminates with the launch of General Availability on December 6th.

Landrush is a limited time opportunity for those who want to secure, a high value .XXX name for a small additional fee over the basic registration cost.  At the end of the Landrush period, domain names with only one application will be awarded directly to the applicant. Domain names with two or more applications will proceed to a closed mini-auction between the respective applicants where the highest bidder wins.

"We are fully dedicated to the needs of the adult entertainment industry," said Stuart Lawley, CEO of ICM Registry. "Our goal is to offer an incredible opportunity to secure premium names they've always wanted.  This is a brand new domain so the opportunities are endless.  Adult site owners can find new ways to expand their existing online presence, develop new brands or connect with their fans." 

To further serve the adult entertainment community, ICM offers the exclusive Adult Performer Program to help ensure the correct allocation of performers domain names. Performers who are interested in registering their names, should submit their application directly on the ICM Registry website at http://www.icmregistry.com/performers/.

About ICM Registry:

ICM Registry, headquartered in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, is the registry operator for the .XXX sponsored top-level domain as approved by ICANN in 2011.  ICM Registry provides the management and supporting infrastructure for this extension offered via registrars thought the world. For more information, please visit http://www.icmregistry.com.

SOURCE  ICM Registry

ICM Registry

CONTACT: Jocelyn Johnson, +1-212-924-9500, jjohnson@gravitas-pr.com, or Loren Pomerantz, +1-212-583-1939, loren@gravitas-pr.com, both of Gravitas Communications

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

CCH Introduces SaaS Version of ProSystem fx Scan: Digitally Organize 1040 Source Documents While in the Cloud

SAN ANTONIO, Nov. 8, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- The paperless system that automates the time-consuming tasks of gathering, organizing and bookmarking tax data from scanned source documents before being exported into CCH's ProSystem fx® Tax solution is getting a lift - up into the cloud. CCH, a Wolters Kluwer business and a leading global provider of tax, accounting and audit information, software and services (CCHGroup.com), is introducing a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) version of its popular ProSystem fx® Scan, which will be available by the end of 2011. The introduction of Scan (SaaS) further extends CCH's suite of cloud solutions.

Not only does ProSystem fx Scan digitally organize the "shoebox" of unsorted client information and data, it determines what each item is, and outputs the documents to a single, organized and bookmarked PDF file. Now, firms can choose between the firm-hosted version of Scan or moving data into secure, digital storage with the new, cloud-based solution of Scan (SaaS).

"As cloud technology becomes more prevalent with tax, accounting and audit professionals, we're consistently asking our customers how they want to use cloud-based tools and then building solutions to meet their needs," said Bob Dias, CCH Vice President, Tax Product Management. "The new (SaaS) version of ProSystem fx Scan offers all the same functionality as the on-premise product, but provides advantages for firms that prefer to convert information from the office to the cloud."

Advanced Workflow Technology, Integration

Professionals relying on ProSystem fx Scan and Scan (SaaS) also enjoy full integration with ProSystem fx Tax, ProSystem fx® Document and ProSystem fx® PDFlyerTM.

ProSystem fx Scan integration enables effortless storage of client source documents and other scanned files in ProSystem fx Document and ProSystem fx Document (SaaS) using barcode technology - ready for instant retrieval. Newer right-click functionality makes saving scanned files to ProSystem fx Document (SaaS) even easier.

PDFlyer, AutoFlow Technology Offer Even More Power

Designed to facilitate the tax preparation workflow process, ProSystem fx PDFlyer is a powerful Acrobat® plug-in that lets professionals efficiently prepare 1040s using multiple PDF files in a paperless environment. PDFlyer enables users to:

    --  Simultaneously move pages when the associated bookmark is moved, whether
        that bookmark contains single or multiple pages;
    --  Merge multiple bookmarked PDF files into a single file, combining the
        contents of common bookmarks;
    --  Create and attach digital adding machine tapes;
    --  Utilize a set of CPA-specific tickmarks and hyperlinked connectors;
    --  Leverage new sign-off tools which help easily identify which source
        documents have been used in preparation or have already been reviewed;
        and
    --  Use new custom stamps, allowing your firm to tailor your digital 1040
        workflows.

ProSystem fx Scan solutions are also supported by CCH AutoFlow Technology((TM)) - the process that extracts data from 1040 client source documents to be imported into tax returns for comprehensive digital preparation. AutoFlow features include:

    --  Extracting data from common 1040 source documents;
    --  Facilitating verification of extracted information;
    --  Importing verified 1040 information directly into ProSystem fx Tax - in
        real-time;
    --  Organizing detailed Gain and Loss statement information onto a
        pre-configured spreadsheet for easy reconciliation and import; and
    --  AutoFlow Wizard feature makes the validation and import process fast and
        easy.

CPA Developed, Tested and Proven

ProSystem fx Scan, Scan (SaaS) and AutoFlow help empower professionals to do what they do best - adding value to client services, as well as:

    --  Making every client document instantly and simultaneously available to
        multiple users;
    --  Converting bulky, costly, vulnerable paper file storage to inexpensive,
        recoverable, secure electronic file storage;
    --  Increasing staff productivity by pre-sorting client information and
        standardizing client files; and
    --  Retaining client data in the world's most common, accessible business
        document format - PDF.

For More Information

For more information on ProSystem fx Scan and ProSystem fx Scan (SaaS), please click here or contact a CCH representative at 1-800-PFX-9998 (1-800-739-9998).

Follow the 2011 CCH User Conference

Follow what's happening this week at the 2011 CCH User Conference in San Antonio on Twitter: @CCH_User_Conf and on Facebook.

About CCH, a Wolters Kluwer business

CCH, a Wolters Kluwer business (CCHGroup.com) is a leading global provider of tax, accounting and audit information, software and services. It has served tax, accounting and business professionals since 1913. Among its market-leading solutions are The ProSystem fx® Suite, CorpSystem®, CCH® IntelliConnect®, Accounting Research Manager® and the U.S. Master Tax Guide®. CCH is based in Riverwoods, Ill. Follow us now on Twitter @CCHMediaHelp. Wolters Kluwer (http://www.wolterskluwer.com) is a market-leading global information services company. Wolters Kluwer is headquartered in Alphen aan den Rijn, the Netherlands. Its shares are quoted on Euronext Amsterdam (WKL) and are included in the AEX and Euronext 100 indices.

SOURCE  CCH, a Wolters Kluwer business

CCH, a Wolters Kluwer business

CONTACT: Leslie Bonacum, +1-847-267-7153, mediahelp@cch.com; or Eric Scott, +1-847-267-2179, eric.scott@wolterskluwer.com

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

TraceSpan Launches DOCSIS Xpert(TM) Multi-Layer Analyzer

Industry leader in broadband access analysis adds DOCSIS 3.0 to its portfolio

RA'ANANA, Israel, November 8, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

    TraceSpan(TM) Communications, a leader in broadband analysis and
monitoring solutions, announced today the release of DOCSIS Xpert(TM) 5300,
a unique passive multi-layer real-time analyzer for DOCSIS 3.0 equipment and
networks.

    DOCSIS Xpert(TM) is a powerful protocol analyzer which provides full
visibility into the DOCSIS network and equipment, including detailed network
topology and complete and accurate analysis of DOCSIS product performance,
standard compliance and interoperability. It is designed for R&D, laboratory
and field application engineers engaged in the development, testing,
performance analysis and deployment of DOCSIS solutions. DOCSIS Xpert(TM)
captures and analyzes the signals without using any DOCSIS chipset and has
no effect on the data transfer between the CMTS and the CMs.

    With its unique multi-layer probing capability, DOCSIS Xpert(TM)
provides comprehensive DOCSIS 3.0 PHY and MAC layer analysis from multiple
upstream and downstream bonded channels simultaneously. In addition, it
allows full view and analysis of the upper layers, ranging from Ethernet,
through network layer protocols such as IPv4 and IPv6, and up to application
layer protocols such as HTTP. As a user-friendly PC-controlled
software-based analyzer, DOCSIS Xpert(TM) presents multi-layer information
in a feature-rich and intuitive GUI that includes convenient displays,
graphs and tables.

    "The cable industry has long been waiting for a multi-layer analysis
solution for DOCSIS 3.0", said Dr. Hanan Herzberg, TraceSpan founder and
CEO, "and TraceSpan has addressed this need by leveraging its rich
world-recognized telecom industry experience. DOCSIS Xpert(TM) is already
being evaluated by a number of MSOs and manufacturers and has so far
received excellent feedbacks".

    The DOCSIS Xpert(TM) analyzer supports both DOCSIS 3.0 and EuroDOCSIS
3.0 as well as the legacy DOCSIS and EuroDOCSIS 2.0, 1.1 and 1.0. Its
uniqueness is in the variety of information that it can present, which
includes a detailed network topology graph; visibility and protocol analysis
from the DOCSIS MAC layer up to the application layer; and physical layer
analysis including PSD, MER power and constellation schemes. It can easily
correlate information among the physical layer, MAC layer and upper layer
protocols, thus allowing engineers to quickly and easily monitor and
troubleshoot their DOCSIS equipment and networks. Cutting significant time
from DOCSIS development, deployment, debugging, and interoperability
testing, DOCSIS Xpert(TM) accelerates time to market and return on
investment.

    DOCSIS Xpert(TM) will be presented in the SCTE Cable-Tec Expo in the
Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, GA, USA, November 15th through
17th, 2011, booth #2567.

    About TraceSpan Communications

    TraceSpan Communications develops and manufactures innovative broadband
testing and monitoring solutions. Empowered by patent-pending breakthrough
technology, TraceSpan's performance analysis and Lawful Interception
products enable non-intrusive monitoring of data in broadband networks.
TraceSpan's multi-layer analyzers are accepted worldwide as the industry's
first passive analyzers for vendor-independent testing of VDSL2, ADSL2Plus,
ADSL2, ADSL, GPON and DOCSIS networks. Highly flexible and easy to use,
TraceSpan products deliver significant cost savings, faster time to market,
and rapid return on investment to Telco's, MSOs and service providers,
system vendors, chipset developers, and technology innovators. For more
information, visit http://www.tracespan.com.

   
    Contact:
    Oded Hadass
    Tel (US): +1-925-558-2278
    Tel (International): +972-9-7462221
    E-mail:  info@tracespan.com

Source: TraceSpan Communications

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Freed Maxick CPAs Launches Google+ Page

BUFFALO, N.Y., Nov. 8, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Freed Maxick announces that it has launched a corporate page on Google's social network site, Google+.  The page, located at http://gplus.to/FreedMaxickCPAs, will provide the Firm's various communities access to a steady stream of the latest tax, business tips and tools. Primarily, the Firm will use Google+ to help serve closely-held entrepreneurial businesses through its Enterprise Advisory Group. According to Eric Majchrzak, Freed Maxick's Director of Marketing, "Whether it's breaking news, updates, links, videos or photos, Google+ offers us the ability to build relationships through engagement, even to the extent that we can talk via video face-to-face with various groups in our circles. Google+ allows us to easily share specific content with specific audiences, and most of that content will come in the form of checklists, webinars, tax alerts, whitepapers, survey results, diagnostic tools and legislative overviews."

According to Emily Burns, Freed Maxick's social media specialist, "With over 40,000,000 personal user accounts already on Google+, there is a huge potential to build communities from the ground up or tap into existing ones. Either way, we think our Firm has a place in this space. It will be different from our firm's Facebook page, which is more community driven. We'll use Google+ to provide updates geared towards helping business owners save taxes, preserve wealth, enhance profitability, mitigate risk and achieve compliance." Burns said Google+ marks the 6th major social media platform that Freed Maxick has established a presence on. Other firm sites include a LinkedIn page, a YouTube Channel, a Facebook Page a blog and several Twitter accounts.

About Freed Maxick & Battaglia, CPAs

Freed Maxick & Battaglia, CPAs is the largest public accounting firm in Western New York and a Top 100 Firm in the U.S. Freed Maxick & Battaglia has over 250 employees and operates an alternative practice structure with RSM McGladrey, the nation's 5th largest accounting & consulting firm. Freed Maxick has offices in Buffalo, Batavia and Rochester, NY. Visit http://www.freedmaxick.com

SOURCE  Freed Maxick & Battaglia, CPAs

Freed Maxick & Battaglia, CPAs

CONTACT: Emily Alexandria Burns, Freed Maxick & Battaglia CPAs, emily.burns@freedmaxick.com, +1-716-332-2753, @FreedMaxickPR

Fluke Networks Releases New Signature Updates to Protect Against Emerging Wireless Security Threats and Vulnerabilities

AirMagnet's Intrusion Research Team monitors latest threats, creates custom signatures and automatically pushes updates to ensure AirMagnet Enterprise 9.0 customer protection

EVERETT, Wash., Nov. 8, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Fluke Networks today announced the release of new threat signature updates for its AirMagnet Enterprise 9.0 wireless intrusion detection and prevention system (WIDS/WIPS). The updates offer protection against wireless threats and vulnerabilities, including Karmetasploit and Apple's new AirDrop feature. By utilizing its proprietary Dynamic Threat Update (DTU) technology, AirMagnet Enterprise offers the only wireless LAN (WLAN) security system on the market today that can quickly generate signature updates for immediate protection and automatically push them to customers without requiring scheduled downtime or additional IT resources.

"Our ability to immediately update against emerging threats is increasingly critical to both our enterprise and government customers given the growth in Wi-Fi networks and cybercrime," said Jesse Frankel, product marketing manager at Fluke Networks and leader of the AirMagnet Intrusion Research Team. "In the last few months alone, the National Institute of Standards and Technology released updated security guidelines recommending that Federal agencies implement continuous monitoring in support of WLAN security - which they are now viewing as even more important than security monitoring for other types of systems(1)."

To help protect AirMagnet Enterprise customers against the changing WLAN vulnerabilities and threats, the following new signature updates have been released:

    --  AirDrop - Apple's Mac OS® X Lion includes the new AirDrop feature that
        allows multiple users to share files wirelessly - which can be a
        violation of company security policies - creating security risks that
        could result in protected data being easily transferred to unknown
        machines outside of the enterprise network, potentially leaving the
        network vulnerable to other active attacks.
    --  Karmetasploit - This is an aggressive man in the middle (MitM) style
        attack that tricks a client into associating with a device masquerading
        as an access point running KARMA. This allows a hacker to do any number
        of the following: gain access to the client machine, capture passwords,
        harvest data and conduct a wide variety of application exploits.
    --  DHCP Starvation Attack - A DHCP starvation attack run from a wireless
        client can cause other clients to connect to a malicious network.
        Wireless guest networks and unencrypted commercial hotspots are
        especially vulnerable to this attack, which can lead to lost
        productivity or revenue.

"The emergence of new threats and vulnerabilities like AirDrop, along with the evolution of sophisticated attack tools like Karmetasploit and viral SSIDs such as Free Public Wi-Fi, continue to prey upon wireless users who unwittingly expose corporate data and place their employer's assets at risk," said Lisa Phifer, president of network security consultancy Core Competence. "New WIPS signatures are essential to quickly being able to alert IT of such attacks. An up-to-date, always-available WIPS, such as AirMagnet Enterprise, can help enterprises avoid costly data breaches and WLAN downtime that may result from otherwise-undetected threats such as these."

For a complete list of signature updates released by Fluke Networks, including AirPWN, Device Broadcasting XSS SSID and Ad-hoc Station Broadcasting Free Public Wi-Fi SSID, please visit the AirWISE Community. For more information about AirMagnet Enterprise 9.0, please visit Fluke Networks.

About Fluke Networks

Fluke Networks is the world-leading provider of network test and monitoring solutions to speed the deployment and improve the performance of networks and applications. Leading enterprises and service providers trust Fluke Networks' products and expertise to help solve today's toughest issues and emerging challenges in WLAN security, mobility, unified communications and data centers. Based in Everett, Wash., the company distributes products in more than 50 countries. For more information, visit http://www.FlukeNetworks.com or call +1 (425) 446-4519.

(1) National Institute of Standards and Technology. September 2011. "Guidelines for Securing Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs), Special Publication 800-153 (Draft)."

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Fluke Networks

CONTACT: Kerry Desberg of Fluke Networks, +1-425-231-9529, Kerry.desberg@flukenetworks.com; or Justin Hall of VOXUS PR, +1-253-444-5442, jhall@voxuspr.com, for Fluke Networks

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

Opticom(TM) Multimode System Receives Innovative Electronic Device Award at the 2011 Tekne Awards

Twelfth annual Tekne Awards recognized technology innovators and innovations

ST. PAUL, Minn., Nov. 8, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- The Minnesota High Tech Association (MHTA) has named Global Traffic Technologies, LLC (GTT) as the recipient of the 2011 Tekne Award in the innovative electronic devices award category. Held Nov. 3 at the Minneapolis Convention Center, the Tekne Awards honor companies and individuals who have played a significant role in developing new technologies that positively impact the lives and futures of people living around the world.

GTT was awarded the Tekne for its revolutionary Opticom(TM) Multimode technology.  With an install base of over 2800 cities worldwide, GTT is the industry leader for traffic signal priority control.

"Our company is honored to be the recipient of the Tekne award for the second consecutive year.  The release of Opticom(TM) Multimode technology is a profound game changer for Traffic, Emergency, and Transit personnel combined," said Doug Roberts, CEO, GTT. "Today, municipalities are working to build interoperable regional traffic signal priority control systems in and across city lines because citizens don't see boundaries.  As a result, we are continually motivated as a company to think bigger and broader in scope to design systems that connect technology and the people who need it... seamlessly."

MHTA judges selected one recipient out of the three finalists in each of the 14 Tekne Award categories, recognizing the best and brightest in development, education, commercialization and management of technology. 

"This year's recipients, once again, raised the bar with the quality and originality of their entries and should all be very proud of their accomplishments," said Margaret Anderson Kelliher, President & CEO of MHTA. "We are thrilled to recognize Global Traffic Technologies, LLC for its proven leadership and commitment to technology development."

This year's Tekne Awards ceremony was emceed by Paul Douglas, author, entrepreneur and meteorologist. A list of 2011 Tekne Award recipients and finalists is available online at http://www.tekneawards.org.

About Global Traffic Technologies, LLC

GTT formed in 2007 from 3M's pioneering Intelligent Transportation Systems business, is the manufacturer of Opticom(TM) priority control systems and Canoga(TM) traffic sensing systems. These systems have provided safe and reliable traffic solutions to communities for over 35 years.

About Minnesota High Tech Association

MHTA fuels Minnesota's prosperity through innovation and technology.  Now entering its fourth decade of service, MHTA has a vision to make Minnesota one of the country's top five technology states by 2020. MHTA is the only membership organization that represents the state's entire technology-based economy. Members include organizations of every size - involved in virtually every aspect of technology creation, production, application and education in Minnesota. MHTA works in partnership with TechAmerica, which represents Minnesota's technology organizations nationally. Find out more online at http://www.mhta.org or follow MHTA on Twitter at http://twitter.com/MHTA.

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    Contact:       Media Relations
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Minnesota High Tech Association (MHTA)

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

ZipRecruiter Unveils One-Click Social Recruiting

ZipRecruiter debuts simultaneous job posting to LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter with a single click.

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Nov. 8, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- ZipRecruiter, a web-based service that enables employers to post to more than 20 of the web's leading job boards with one submission has announced the addition of a new one-click social recruiting feature.

"We created ZipRecruiter to help hiring managers distribute their job listings to the maximum number of potential candidates in the minimum amount of time," said Ian Siegel, Co-Founder and CEO of ZipRecruiter. "With 75 percent of organizations now recruiting talent through social media giants like Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter, our one-click social recruiting feature was an obvious next step."

One-click social recruiting comes at no cost to ZipRecruiter members and gives employers a simple solution for broadcasting open job opportunities throughout their social networks. Employers can also opt to have those announcements automatically re-posted to the social networks at the frequency of their choice.

"Facebook statuses tend to disappear from the News Feed within hours and Twitter posts are gone within minutes or seconds; this is a problem when you want a lot of eyes on your job posting," explained Siegel. "By re-posting job announcements to social networks every few days, hiring companies not only become more active in their online communities, but they also amplify their reach."

One-click social recruiting is now available alongside ZipRecruiter's job posting service, resume database, free recruiter websites, and online screening interviews, adding yet another tool for recruiters and employers to find top candidates fast.

About ZipRecruiter

ZipRecruiter offers the fastest and easiest way to get an employer job posting in front of millions of candidates. ZipRecruiter's web-based platform streamlines the hiring process by enabling employers to post a job to over 20 leading job boards with one click and manage all applicants through a simple online interface. By providing a central location for finding, screening, and tracking applicants, ZipRecruiter empowers employers to make the best hiring decisions quickly and at a fraction of the cost of traditional job boards.

Founded in 2010, ZipRecruiter is a privately-held company based in Santa Monica, Calif. For more information, visit http://www.ziprecruiter.com.

To receive more information about ZipRecruiter or to schedule an interview, email pr@ziprecruiter.com.

SOURCE  ZipRecruiter

ZipRecruiter

CONTACT: Ian Siegel, Co-Founder & CEO, ZipRecruiter, Inc., pr@ziprecruiter.com, +1-877-252-1062

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

Narrow-Bezel, 55-inch LCD MDT551S Monitor Expands Mitsubishi Electric's High-End Flat Panel Display Options

IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 8, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Mitsubishi Electric announces the release of its narrow-bezel, 55-inch monitor (MDT551S). This latest addition to its high-end line is designed for video conferencing, gaming, retail kiosks, digital signage and other applications needing robust, long-lasting static or interactive display monitors. Mitsubishi's new MDT551S brings video to life with dynamic and customizable advertising, exciting welcome messages, and vital, up-to-the-minute news and information. Its sleek, modern, brushed aluminum design will also stand out in any conference room as a focal point of digital display.

"Our new narrow bezel monitor makes any display more attractive and vibrant," said Brandon Tarnow, brand manager, Mitsubishi Electric Visual Solutions America, Inc. "Mitsubishi has the right size monitor to fit most applications or locations."

Installation versatility is engineered into every monitor: Inputs range from DVI-D, D-Sub 15 and HDMI(TM) as well as DisplayPort(TM).  The MDT551S features an optional CAT5 receiver and transmitter box, and uses Mitsubishi's own networking software for remote management. It offers cutting-edge data processing and technology in an attractive modern design for flexibility and reliability.

The MDT551S streamlines installation and reduces the number of necessary components with two built-in, 10-watt speakers for on-the-fly audio. Connectivity options include DisplayPort(TM) for clear, crisp video and audio transmission over a single cable, and RJ45 LAN support, so a connected monitor can be controlled from remote locations over a network.

Mitsubishi's new MDT551S monitor also offers optional single- and multi-touch screen interactivity, one of the easiest PC interfaces to use. With the optional touch screen interface, the monitor recognizes up to 36 distinct actuation points, including touch, gesturing, squeezing and pinching. This makes computing resources more available to untrained or disabled computer users.

The 55-inch monitor also eliminates cable clutter with an optional CAT5 receiver that keeps image quality consistent, even with cable lengths of up to 500 feet (150 meters). Video and RS-485 serial-control signals can be simultaneously delivered over the same CAT5 cable, eliminating the need for a separate, distance-limiting serial-control cable. Users can also daisy chain up to three monitors, making content delivery easy and more efficient.

"Mitsubishi makes robust, reliable LCD monitors that are used in a wide range of environments," said James Chan, vice president, marketing, Mitsubishi Electric Visual Solutions America, Inc.  "We listened to market feedback and created the narrow-bezel 55-inch to give even more installation potential to our channel partners."

About Mitsubishi Electric Visual Solutions America, Inc.

Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., Mitsubishi Electric Visual Solutions America, Inc. is a US subsidiary of Mitsubishi Electric Corporation of Tokyo, Japan. Mitsubishi Electric Visual Solutions America markets a complete line of display products including projectors, data wall display systems, LCD digital signage monitors and players, large-screen 3D DLP® televisions and the world's first laser TV, LaserVue®. Other products include industrial printers, photo kiosks and digital photo printers, time lapse security recorders and DVRs.

For additional information about Mitsubishi Electric Visual Solutions America, visit http://www.mevsa.com. You may also connect with Mitsubishi on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/MitsubishiDisplays) and Twitter (http://twitter.com/MitsuDisplays)

HDMI is a trademark of of HDMI Licensing, LLC; DisplayPort is a trademark of VESA; DLP is a registered trademark of Texas Instruments; LaserVue® is a registered trademark of Mitsubishi Electric Visual Solutions America. Other names may be trademarks of their respective owners. 

SOURCE  Mitsubishi Electric Visual Solutions America, Inc.

Mitsubishi Electric Visual Solutions America, Inc.

CONTACT: Nancy Napurski, Lionheart Communications, +1-585-967-3348, nnapurski@lionheartpr.com

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

EMR Initiatives Driving Need for ITSM Automation in Healthcare

Healthcare IT organizations are focusing on automation of key IT processes to reduce costs and improve service delivery to support EMR and HIPAA initiatives

TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 8, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- SunView Software today announced that they are seeing continued growth among their customer base, especially among healthcare IT organizations looking to upgrade their current Service Desk systems.  Having worked with a number of healthcare customers this year, SunView Software finds many are rapidly abandoning complex and costly legacy help desk systems. Instead, organizations are reducing costs and improving IT support by turning to more modern web-based solutions like ChangeGear®, an intuitive, cost-effective solution.

The ARRA incentives for electronic health records adoption, as well as demand to meet rigorous security and privacy standards, have driven large initiatives in the area of EMR (Electronic Medical Records) and HIPAA (The Health Information Portability and Accountability Act). The result has placed an increasing burden on healthcare IT organizations to manage significant IT changes across their distributed healthcare network and to implement more robust IT support options to deal with increased IT service requests.  To accomplish these goals without increases in budget or staffing, healthcare organizations are turning to solutions that deliver process automation based on IT best practices. "We needed a solution that met the complex needs of providing a Service Desk in a Healthcare Organization," said Jeff Miller, Director of IT Controls, Catholic Health.  "SunView Software and ChangeGear® provided this at a significant cost savings."

ChangeGear is a leading ITSM solution used by IT organizations in all industries, and is built on a foundation of ITIL best practices. SunView Software has great success with healthcare organizations that are looking to:

    --  Reduce the cost and complexity of Service Desk
    --  Maximize IT asset usage during EMR modernization projects
    --  Use automation to handle increased service request volume
    --  Deliver self-service support to a highly distributed organization
    --  Increase security controls of IT systems to meet HIPAA requirements

ChangeGear provides organizations with out-of-the-box automation for key IT processes including: incident management, problem management, change management, service asset and configuration management, and service catalog.  "Here at SunView Software, we are excited to work with healthcare organizations to adopt IT best practices to support EMR modernization initiatives," said John Prestridge, Vice President, Marketing and Products of SunView Software. " ChangeGear provides healthcare organizations with a cost-effective, proven solution to automate critical IT service delivery processes, resulting in reduced service desk costs, improved IT support, and increased enterprise security."

About SunView Software

SunView Software is a leading provider of IT service management software that enables companies to better track, manage, and control IT services across the enterprise. Based on the ITIL best practices framework, ChangeGear allows companies to gain greater visibility into their IT infrastructure, increase security, eliminate system downtime, reduce operational costs, and ensure regulatory compliance. SunView Software is a privately held company based in Tampa, Florida. Visit http://www.SunViewSoftware.com.

SOURCE  SunView Software

SunView Software

CONTACT: Jeffrey Wayman, +1-813-840-4035, jwayman@sunviewsoftware.com

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

Celebrity Trainer Jade Alexis Brings Her Living Jade Lifestyle to the Masses With a New iPhone Fitness Application Called Jade of Spades

NEW YORK, Nov. 8, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Jade Alexis, celebrity fitness expert and Reebok trainer, has officially launched the company Living Jade - a unique approach to healthy living, which brings together all facets of wellness for the body, mind and spirit. In addition, Living Jade has just released its first fitness application for mobile use; Jade of Spades.

Jade of Spades is a mobile interactive fitness card game with a diverse repertoire of exercises that are randomly selected, making the game fun and challenging with every play. Various programs, levels and options give the user a fully customized workout. The training programs range from cardio to total body and leg workouts.

The game is based on interval training that alternates high intensity work with periods of recovery, including rest and lower intensity activity.  The application's fitness workouts are designed to hit a large majority of muscle groups, while toning, building muscle, and improving stamina utilizing a game style format.

Jade of Spades is available now for purchase on the iTunes App store.

About Jade Alexis

Jade Alexis is a celebrity personal trainer at the Reebok Sports Club/NY and the name behind the philosophy of Living Jade. She is a highly sought after Health and Wellness professional, based in New York City.  She has serviced such clients as Alicia Keys, Eva Mendes, Brooklyn Decker, and Lamman Rucker.

About Living Jade

The Living Jade lifestyle is about achieving and maintaining lifelong health through nutrition, fitness, and health in both body and mind. It is an ongoing process incorporating personal strategies for staying fit. Whether maintaining excellent health, fitness, strength, confidence, or just believing in you, Living Jade is a philosophy to live by. 

Contact:
M&C Saatchi PR
Nicole Marzan
Nicole.marzan@mcsaatchi.com
646.549.1356

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

Popular Online Game Wizard101 to Launch in Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Macau in 2012

PLANO, Texas, Nov. 8 , 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- KingsIsle Entertainment, creators of the award-winning online game Wizard101, today announced an agreement with Taiwan Taomee Technology Co., Ltd. to launch Wizard101 in Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Macau in 2012. The announcement comes on the heels of a similar agreement earlier this summer with Taomee Holdings Limited (NYSE: TAOM) to launch Wizard101 in China next year.

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"Wizard101 is steadily transitioning from a critically-acclaimed online game in the United States into a global entertainment property," said Elie Akilian, chairman and CEO of KingsIsle Entertainment. "2012 will be an exciting time as we formally introduce the magical world of Wizard101 to the Asian market." 

Across the continent, in Europe, Wizard101's expansion continues at a rapid pace. Through close collaboration with Gameforge, KingsIsle's European partner,  over the last 12 months localized versions of Wizard101 have launched in the UK, Germany, Italy, France, and Spain. Additional European launches are planned in the coming months.

KingsIsle Entertainment specializes in creating online games that families can play and enjoy together. Wizard101.com has become one of the leading online destinations for tweens, teens and families, attracting approximately 13 million unique visitors per month. Over the last three years, more than 20 million players have registered for Wizard101 accounts on KingsIsle's U.S. servers.

About KingsIsle Entertainment, Inc.

KingsIsle Entertainment is a developer and publisher that specializes in creating high-quality massively multiplayer online games which provide entertainment for the entire family. Wizard101, KingsIsle's flagship property, received the Parent Tested Parent Approved Media Seal of Approval in 2009 and has been recognized by the National Parenting Publications Awards.  Wizard101 was named Best MMO of 2010 by Beckett Massive Online Gamer Magazine, Best Family MMO of the Decade by Massively.com and the #1 Best Family Game of 2009 by MMORPG.com.  The company's experienced and creative team is raising the bar in online entertainment by offering products with rich storylines, friendly navigation, top-quality art and fully-voiced characters. KingsIsle is headquartered in Plano, Texas, and has a development studio in Austin, Texas. For more information, please visit http://www.kingsisle.com.

KingsIsle and Wizard101 are trademarks or registered trademarks of KingsIsle Entertainment Inc.

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KingsIsle Entertainment

CONTACT: Ben Conrad, Media Relations of KingsIsle Entertainment, Inc., press@kingsisle.com

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

National Instruments Adds Options for Extending NI RIO Technology Platform With Custom Electronics

NI CompactRIO Module Development Kit and RIO Mezzanine Card Expand Possibilities for Custom I/O

AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 8, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- National Instruments (Nasdaq: NATI) today announced a new version of the NI CompactRIOModule Development Kit (MDK) and the introduction of the RIO Mezzanine Card (RMC) specification for NI Single-Board RIO. These additions expand the options for adding specialized or custom I/O to packaged and board-level embedded control and monitoring systems. With these technologies, system integrators and OEMs now can fully integrate custom electronics with the proven and reliable NI reconfigurable I/O (RIO) hardware systems and provide their users with the same experience that scientists and engineers expect from NI products.

"The new CompactRIO Module Development Kit improves our ability to create complementary embedded modules to serve our customers and build our business," said Wolfram Koerver, program manager for CompactRIO modules at S.E.A. Datentechnik GmbH, a company that provides advanced products and solutions in the field of industrial automation and measuring technology. "We designed a RIO Mezzanine Card and NI Single-Board RIO into our BMX Embedded Measurement and Control Platform in a much shorter timeframe than a full-custom solution. With the RIO Mezzanine Card feature, we now can provide cost-effective solutions for higher volume applications which require specialty I/O and communication features."

Incorporating updates based on customer feedback, version 2.0 of the CompactRIO MDK provides engineers and scientists additional time-saving resources that simplify the processes of creating any custom module. The 2.0 version features a new field-programmable gate array (FPGA) communication core that automatically implements NI technology best practices and low-level housekeeping tasks including module detection, identification, data transfer and other common functions. By starting with the NI communication core, engineers can access years of NI research, development and optimization to accelerate their design process and maximize compatibility of custom modules within the RIO ecosystem. The new MDK also includes slot-agnostic code generation and an elemental I/O node paradigm, making it possible for module designers to provide the same user experience whether engineers and scientists use third-party modules or NI modules.

Additionally, NI Single-Board RIO devices now feature an expansion connector for an RMC. The RMC connector provides a method for adding application-specific custom circuitry to NI Single-Board RIO, including a combination of analog or digital I/O or processor-based peripheral ports, including CAN, UART and USB. The high-density, high-bandwidth RMC connector exposes up to 96 digital I/O lines from the reconfigurable FPGA, making it an ideal platform for building high-speed electronics applications.

An integral part of the NI graphical system design approach, NI RIO technology combines NI LabVIEW system design software with commercial off-the-shelf hardware to simplify development and shorten time to market when designing advanced control, monitoring and test systems. NI RIO hardware, which includes CompactRIO, NI Single-Board RIO, R Series boards and PXI-based NI FlexRIO, features an architecture with powerful floating-point processors, reconfigurable FPGAs and modular I/O. All NI RIO hardware components are programmed with LabVIEW to give engineers the ability to rapidly create custom timing, signal processing and control for I/O without requiring expertise in low-level hardware description languages or board-level design.

Readers can visit http://www.ni.com/compactrio to learn more about the CompactRIO 9951 MDK 2.0 and http://www.ni.com/singleboard for details on the new NI Single-Board RIO RMC.

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About National Instruments

National Instruments (http://www.ni.com) is transforming the way engineers and scientists design, prototype and deploy systems for measurement, automation and embedded applications. NI empowers customers with off-the-shelf software such as NI LabVIEW and modular cost-effective hardware, and sells to a broad base of more than 30,000 different companies worldwide, with its largest customer representing approximately 4 percent of revenue in 2010 and no one industry representing more than 15 percent of revenue. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, NI has approximately 6,100 employees and direct operations in more than 40 countries. For the past 12 years, FORTUNE magazine has named NI one of the 100 best companies to work for in America. Readers can obtain investment information from the company's investor relations department by calling (512) 683-5090, emailing nati@ni.com or visiting http://www.ni.com/nati.

Pricing and Contact Information

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Editor Contact:   Trisha McDonell, (512) 683-6215
Reader Contact:  Ernest Martinez, (800) 258-7022

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iPads Arrive on Jetstar

MELBOURNE, Australia, Nov. 8, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Low fares leader Jetstar will today rollout iPads on board, the first airline in the world to offer tailored technology for the device, revolutionising the in-flight entertainment experience for its customers.

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The cutting edge technology allows viewing of the latest release movies, TV  shows and music direct from Hollywood, and a line-up of the latest generation games, e-magazines and e-books, all-enhanced by a high resolution screen and premium sound system of the iPad.

iPads are being launched on selected Jetstar flights today and will be rolled out across the Australian domestic, trans Tasman and short haul international services from Australia and New Zealand in the coming weeks. Customers flying longer than two hours will be able to hire an iPad from $10-$15 per flight. 

Jetstar will roll out initially 3,000 iPads with plans to increase this number once the iPads are placed on Jetstar's Asia network.   

Jetstar Group Chief Executive Officer Bruce Buchanan said iPads will offer customers a fantastic in-flight entertainment experience.

"Jetstar is proud to be the world's first airline to entertain its customers with cutting-edge iPad technology," Mr Buchanan said.

"Doing things first and doing them differently are key to Jetstar's success. We've listened to our customers and know in-flight entertainment is an important part of their overall travel experience, so we've made sure the new iPads offer the very best viewing experience.

"We've worked with major motion picture houses to ensure that our customers have access to the latest release movies, a first for the industry.

"We've also collaborated with the industry to and will also offer next-generation games for customers using the iPad in-flight," Mr Buchanan added.

"Jetstar's iPad roll-out will join other recent innovations like SMS boarding that offer customers flexibility and convenience. As the first Australasian carrier to fly the Boeing 787 Dreamliner, Jetstar is currently assessing what in-flight entertainment options it will offer on these aircraft from 2013." 

The new iPads have been designed to appeal to everyone in the family by offering movies, children's e-books, music clips, magazines and games with new content each month.

Book your next Jetstar trip and be one of the first customers to use the iPad in-flight.

COMMENTS FROM CONTRIBUTORS

Stellar Inflight Chief Operating Officer, Michael Reilly said that the iPad would lead the way in offering passengers and airlines the best in in-flight entertainment. "This launch is a real testament to innovation and it is exciting to be spearheading a world-first venture with Jetstar. The design of the iPad and its functionality lend itself perfectly to be the ultimate in-flight entertainment device. With the iPad, we are delighted that Jetstar customers can now enjoy the freshest content on the hottest gadget on the market with the highest quality video and audio experience."

Gameloft President and founder, Michel Guillemot: "Gameloft's philosophy is to make video games available to as many people as possible by anticipating advancements in our field. We're particularly proud of our partnership with Jetstar to offer a new breed of in-flight entertainment.

ACP Magazines Digital Director Carl Hammerschmidt: "There's something to suit every Jetstar customer, who can now enjoy digital versions of Cosmopolitan, Madison, Real Living, Rolling Stone and Wheels, with content updated monthly."

Warner Music Australia's Director of Marketing, Beth Appleton: "Warner Music prides itself in driving innovative ideas and embracing new technology. New devices are broadening opportunities for people to enjoy music on the iPads and indeed, flying! We are excited about this exclusive partnership with Jetstar and bringing new music videos to Jetstar customers to enjoy while flying the skies."

David Brown, joint Managing Director of Bluebox Avionics, the UK based company responsible for developing the Jetstar IFE system on the iPad device said: "We are delighted that Jetstar chose Bluebox to develop, deploy and support their IFE solution and we are confident that it will be extremely popular with their passengers'.

Child Writes is a not-for-profit program that supports child literacy: The iPads will feature 50 books, updated bi-monthly, all of which are written and illustrated by primary school-aged children.  Child Writes literacy advocate Emma Mactaggart said, "We're thrilled to partner with the iPads and connect with the thousands of children and families that travel with them."

Media enquiries:

Andrea Wait
Corporate Communications Manager, Jetstar
M: +61 (0)438 090 970

Ingrid Nason
PR Manager, Jetstar
M: +61 (0)418 318 032

SOURCE  Jetstar Airways

Jetstar Airways

Yoga Educator Susie Lopez Launches New Educational Website for Kids: LookUpYoga.com

NEW YORK, Nov. 8, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Susie Lopez, New York yoga and wellness educator, today announced the launch of http://www.LookUpYoga.com; a fresh, engaging website that gives a new spin to children's yoga and direct access on the web for use in classrooms or at home. The site showcases Lopez's gorgeously produced Look Up Yoga DVD, which she created and hosts.

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"Focus your mind, count your breath in time, practice every day and all will come your way," is a tenet Lopez says that is the key to yoga, yet can be ascribed to any goal.

Lopez, who serves on the board of and teaches for Bent on Learning, New York's largest provider of yoga in public schools, has developed a curriculum based loosely on the chakra system, without ever mentioning the word chakra, offering a neutral, non-dogmatic approach. Therein, Lopez infuses traditional liberal arts, the eight limbs of astanga yoga, special needs calming skills, self awareness and empowerment; all taught through yoga.

Visitors to LookUpYoga.com are welcomed by a interactive, "living classroom" featuring links to the Look UpYoga DVD trailer, Susie's blog, as well as the information about her upcoming projects and speaking engagements. The beautifully rendered "living classroom" serves as the site's centerpiece; there is also a link to purchase your own DVD of the introductory class, Look Up: Be Grounded, from the Look Up Yoga series featuring both NYC Public classroom life and the wild splendor of Kenya, the first stop on a tour around the globe. Add an energizing, original soundtrack and you are sure to get children of all ages up, moving, and learning. The Look Up Yoga soundtrack, original songs to guide the sun salutes, each representative of a different culture, will also be available for purchase via the site. The Sun Salute songs are recorded by name artists with all proceeds going to http://www.BentonLearning.org and are a fantastic first step; the kids get motivated by the music and learn through the lyrics. Stripped of the patronization frequently associated with "children's songs", the Look Up songs relate to all ages.

ABOUT SUSIE LOPEZ

Susie Lopez is dedicated to bolstering the lives of our youth with wellness instruction in both yoga and nutrition. Three years ago she co founded FIVE with founder, filmmaker Tamra Davis. FIVE teaches basic cooking skills and nutrition to schoolchildren across the country http://www.fiveforkids.org. The FIVE curriculum is also based on the principle of learning by doing; the kids learn to cook by making whole foods recipes themselves, which empowers them to try new foods and to turn towards a new, healthier direction in their lives, all in just five classes. FIVE was recently recognized by the American Heart Association and has received sponsorship from the Mario Batali Foundation.

Susie has practiced yoga for more than a decade at Ashtanga Yoga New York under the direction Eddie Stern and while fully embracing astanga's eight limbs, has crafted Look Up to be dogma free and accessible to all. After learning about yoga's myriad benefits for children and inspired by her son's struggles with ADHD and Tourette Syndrome, Susie joined Bent on Learning http://www.bentonlearning.org which was established in 2001 and is New York City's largest supplier of yoga in Public Schools, serving 3000 students per week. Combining her masters studies in Art History with her passion for the liberal arts and progressive education, Look Up is a yoga curriculum that nurtures students' minds and bodies as they learn by doing, seeing, and hearing. Frustrated by the overwhelming demand for yoga in schools and spurred by the challenges students face in the midst of severe cutbacks in physical education, increasing child obesity and stress related illness, Susie created the Look Up video series to offer every child, in class or at home, the healing gifts of yoga.

Contact: Megan Wilson
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(646) 462.4135

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Susie Lopez

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FICO Signs eSofties as Partner for West Africa

LONDON, Nov. 8, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- FICO (NYSE:FICO), the leading provider of analytics and decision management technology, today announced that it has signed a partnership agreement with eSofties, which will represent FICO throughout West Africa.

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Under the agreement, eSofties will focus on selling and delivering FICO® Blaze Advisor® business rules management system, a leading software tool for creating flexible, high-performance business applications. In addition, eSofties will act as a referral agent for other FICO applications in banking, such as the industry-leading FICO® Debt Manager(TM) solution and FICO® TRIAD® Customer Manager, which are heavily used in other African countries.

"The growth these past few years in our region in electronic financial transactions has been unprecedented," said Nweike Onwuyali, founder and CEO of eSofties Solutions Ltd. "The challenges that come with this growth can be quite diverse and monumental. FICO brings to this market a full suite of enterprise applications, a global knowledge of the financial industry and several decades of industry expertise. We are confident that our partnership will enable financial organizations in West Africa to take greater control over the decisions they make every day, and deliver services more effectively and efficiently."

"The demand for decision management and credit risk management solutions is growing rapidly in West Africa," said Mike Gordon, FICO vice president and general manager for Europe, the Middle East and Africa. "We have found that eSofties has a superlative reputation for client service and project success in the region. Together, we can plan an important role in helping banks and other businesses in this region automate decisions, increase their growth and reduce their costs."

About eSofties

eSofties Solutions Limited is one of Nigeria's leading providers of robust, scalable and versatile enterprise software solutions for government and private industry. The company has provided qualitative solutions to states across Nigeria. eSofties Solutions Limited continues to grow in the competitive information technology market by offering broad-based experience; a stable, dedicated, and knowledgeable staff; and a commitment to finding innovative and cost-effective solutions to their customers' technology and business needs. Learn more at http://www.esoftiesnigeria.com.

About FICO

FICO (NYSE:FICO), formerly known as Fair Isaac, delivers superior predictive analytics solutions that drive smarter decisions. The company's groundbreaking use of mathematics to predict consumer behavior has transformed entire industries and revolutionized the way risk is managed and products are marketed. FICO's innovative solutions include the industry-leading solutions for measuring credit risk, managing credit accounts, identifying and minimizing the impact of fraud, and customizing consumer offers with pinpoint accuracy. Most of the world's top banks, as well as leading insurers, retailers, pharmaceutical companies and government agencies, rely on FICO solutions to accelerate growth, control risk, boost profits and meet regulatory and competitive demands. Learn more at http://www.fico.com. FICO: Make every decision count(TM).

For FICO news and media resources, visit http://www.fico.com/news.

Statement Concerning Forward-Looking Information

Except for historical information contained herein, the statements contained in this news release that relate to FICO or its business are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the "safe harbor" provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially, including the success of the Company's Decision Management strategy and reengineering plan, the maintenance of its existing relationships and ability to create new relationships with customers and key alliance partners, its ability to continue to develop new and enhanced products and services, its ability to recruit and retain key technical and managerial personnel, competition, regulatory changes applicable to the use of consumer credit and other data, the failure to realize the anticipated benefits of any acquisitions, continuing material adverse developments in global economic conditions, and other risks described from time to time in FICO's SEC reports, including its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended September 30, 2010 and its last quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the period ended June 30, 2011. If any of these risks or uncertainties materializes, FICO's results could differ materially from its expectations. FICO disclaims any intent or obligation to update these forward-looking statements.

FICO, Falcon, TRIAD, Blaze Advisor and "Make every decision count" are trademarks or registered trademarks of Fair Isaac Corporation in the United States and in other countries.

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CONTACT: Media - FICO, Peggy Schelter for FICO, Catalysis, +44 (0)20 7759 2021, Peggy.Schelter@catalysis.co.uk, Investors/Analysts - FICO, Steven Weber, FICO, +1-800-213-5542, investor@fico.com

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

GeckoSystems Successfully Applies Its Mobile Robot Solutions to Improve Wheelchair Safety

CONYERS, Ga., Nov. 8, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- GeckoSystems International Corporation (Pink Sheets: GOSY | http://www.geckosystems.com/) announced today that they have successfully completed Alpha testing of their new "collision proof" upgrade power wheelchairs. GeckoSystems is a leader in the emerging mobile robotics industry, dedicated to providing Mobile Robot Solutions for Safety, Security and Service(TM).

"We are very pleased to have completed initial tests of our new 'collision proof' wheelchair prototype. We now have videos on our website that clearly demonstrate the enhanced safety features of a power wheelchair upgraded with GeckoSystems technology. You will see that the upgrade prevents dangerous collisions with both stationary and moving obstacles regardless of joystick position," remarked R. Martin Spencer, President/CEO, GeckoSystems. Videos are available at http://www.geckosystems.com/markets/wheelchair.php.

The Need:

There are approximately 2.2 million people in the United States alone that use a wheelchair for everyday activities. Of that 2.2 million 40% find it almost impossible to steer using controls now on the market. Industry sources estimate that the total world wheelchair market is approximately 3.5 million chairs per year. The personal mobility market in the U.S. is $1.2 billion annually.

Recent market research conducted by GeckoSystems has revealed that in addition to users who rely on power wheelchairs for daily mobility, there is a demand for the collision proof wheelchair in the professional market.

Often, elderly residents of assisted care facilities and nursing homes will begin to have difficulty controlling a power wheelchair as their condition deteriorates. Together, a typical power wheelchair and its occupant weigh approximately 250-350 pounds. An out of control wheelchair can easily damage walls, furniture, or even endanger other patients or staff. The worst-case scenario is a poorly controlled wheelchair that results in traumatic physical damage to the resident or another person in the facility.

When this situation arises, management must address this harsh reality quickly. Elderly residents are often required to suddenly relocate from a familiar care facility to a new facility capable of providing a higher level of care. The family is forced to deal with the emotional issues of the move (further loss of independence, dignity for their parents, spouse, etc.) and in addition there is often a dramatic increase in the monthly cost of providing care for their loved one.

Installation of a "collision proof" upgrade before the damage is done would forestall forced relocation and the trauma and expense that go with it. The upgrade would pay for itself in two to three months. GeckoSystems believes this is a significant market critically in need of a solution.

The Technology:

The software used to dramatically improve wheelchair safety is adapted from the suite of hardware and software solutions GeckoSystems has developed for their elder care and personal assistance robot, the CareBot(TM).  (Now that Alpha testing is completed, the CareBot is expected to go into Beta testing in 2012.) An overview of these technologies is available at http://www.geckosystems.com/technologies/.

Due to their success in retrofitting the initial prototype collision proof wheelchair, GeckoSystems recently received a second wheelchair from Imasen, the oldest wheelchair manufacturer in Japan. This second wheelchair will be used for additional R&D and eventual return to Japan for first hand evaluation. (http://www.geckosystems.com/investors/press_releases/20110317_GeckoSystems_SellsMobileRobotSolutions.php )

"The release of the Microsoft Kinect(TM) depth camera and its cost advantage over traditional machine vision solutions has helped the company further reduce the projected cost of the upgrade kit. This will make improved safety more affordable for thousands who presently rely on a wheelchair for personal mobility," reflected Spencer.

GeckoSteer(TM) is a new software and computer interface that was developed specifically for this application. It lies between the mechanical joystick and GeckoNav(TM), advanced automatic self-navigation software. GeckoSteer was needed to compensate for spasticity, tremor, and other involuntary movements associated with debilitating diseases that affect many wheelchair users.

It should be noted that GeckoSystems now has "proof of concept" for its proprietary suite of Mobile Robot Solutions for Safety, Security and Service(TM) which may be migrated to mobile platforms (as in the wheelchair) that were not originally designed to be under AI software navigation control. Using GeckoSystems' technology, the company expects many other market opportunities to open up for them in both the domestic and international marketplaces. The sale of collision proof safety upgrades for wheelchairs represents "low hanging fruit" that is ideal for GeckoSystems' entry into the retail market because of the large numbers of power wheelchairs in use and the need for safety upgrades that is expected to lead to rapid adoption in the market.

The Future:

"Now that we have a successful prototype of our 'collision proof' wheelchair upgrade kit, we will progress to visual design improvement and further cost reduction. We expect that technology-licensing revenues will precede revenues from product manufacturing and sales. We believe that our over 1300 stockholders will receive this news as confirmation of their wisdom in investing in GeckoSystems and be encouraged in their expectation of a satisfying return on their investment," concluded Spencer.

About Microsoft: Kinect and Xbox 360 are registered trademarks of Microsoft.

For more information: http://www.Microsoft.com

About GeckoSystems: GeckoSystems been developing innovative robotic technology for over fourteen years. It is CEO Martin Spencer's dream to make people's lives better through robotic technology.

GeckoSystems, Star Wars(TM) Technology

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VYwQBUXXc3g

Although the company's primary focus has been an elder care robot, the CareBot(TM) AI (artificial intelligence) software technology developed for this project is being marketed internationally. The company believes many devices in use today can be improved through the use of its AI navigation software system. The company expects their "collision proof" wheelchair and an upgrade for existing wheelchairs will be the first product of this sort to be marketed.

The company has successfully completed an Alpha trial of its CareBot personal assistance robot for the elderly. It was tested in a home care setting and received enthusiastic support from both caregivers and care receivers. The company believes that the CareBot will increase the safety and well-being of its elderly charges while decreasing stress on the caregiver and the family.

Gecko Systems is preparing for Beta testing of the CareBot prior to full-scale production and marketing. CareBot has recently incorporated Microsoft Kinect motion sensors that will result in a significant cost reduction.

Kinect Enabled Personal Robot video:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kn93BS44Das

Above, the CareBot demonstrates static and dynamic obstacle avoidance as it backs in and out of a narrow and cluttered alley. There is no joystick control or programmed path; movements are smoother that those achieved using a joystick control. AI creates three low levels of obstacle avoidance: reactive, proactive, and contemplative. Subsumptive AI behavior enables the CareBot to reach its target destination after engaging in obstacle avoidance.

One CareBot(TM), One Family

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xxK46chfP6A

GeckoSystems stock is quoted in the U.S. over-the-counter (OTC) markets, on the Pink OTC Current Information tier, under the ticker symbol GOSY.

Telephone:
Main number: 1-866-CAREBOT (227-3268)
International: +1 678-413-9236
Fax: +1 678-413-9247
Website: http://www.geckosystems.com

Safe Harbor:

Statements regarding financial matters in this press release other than historical facts are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and as that term is defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The Company intends that such statements about the Company's future expectations, including future revenues and earnings, technology efficacy and all other forward-looking statements be subject to the Safe Harbors created thereby. The Company is a development stage firm that continues to be dependent upon outside capital to sustain its existence. Since these statements (future operational results and sales) involve risks and uncertainties and are subject to change at any time, the Company's actual results may differ materially from expected results.

SOURCE  GeckoSystems International Corporation

GeckoSystems International Corporation

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

Klever Marketing Announces Revolutionary Mobile Phone Solutions to Supermarket Retailers & Packaged Goods Manufacturers

LAGUNA NIGUEL, Calif., Nov. 8, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Klever Marketing, Inc. is pleased to announce Bridge Funding is now in place for the company's upcoming roll-out of its revolutionary mobile management platform application for a major grocery chain in Southern California.

Klever Marketing's unique cloud-based Mobile Management Platform (KleverKloud(TM)) delivers easy-to-use mobile coupons and advertising campaigns for consumer packaged goods manufacturers and retailers. It also provides simplicity of accessing product information and savings from mobile handheld devices to consumers. Mobile campaigns will take on a new dimension of creativity and effectiveness -at lower costs than traditional discount programs.

The KleverShop(TM) licensed app will eliminate the need for manufacturers and retailers to create their own mobile management program. Klever Marketing will assist retailers to provide a custom mobile management platform so retailers can concentrate on their core business. 

Klever Marketing has also added "Black Belt" industry leaders to its growing team with expertise in the fields of retail, social media marketing and mobile technology. Klever is now well-positioned with the right strategy and resources to insure the success of our revolutionary mobile technology solution.

Klever recently executed a contract extension with its software developer to expand its all-important 'analytics' engine, which has potential for increased revenue by allowing real-time mobile reporting and data mining. Additionally, Klever's developers are integrating technology to allow shoppers to share mobile coupons and promotional offers with their social networks.

Our KleverKloud(TM) database is becoming a powerful provider for consumer product database analytics, with the ability of tracking product purchases and buying trends. Klever's powerful web-based platform will serve the informational needs of consumers, product manufacturers and retailers. KleverKloud(TM) is a valuable resource for the targeted placement of mobile promotions and coupons. Klever's powerful search match engine and business analytics will be available for licensing in future shopping applications.

A Flash Demo is currently underway to share the KleverShop(TM) story to the marketplace and confirming what our new patented software application accomplishes unlike other current mobile applications.

Klever Marketing, Inc., a Delaware Corporation, is seeking selective opportunities to acquire private companies in the Mobile Phone Technology arena as acquisition targets. KleverShop(TM) will soon be available for consumer download on both the iTunes Store and Android Marketplace.

CONTACT: Paul G. Begum, 1-801-847-6444,  pgbegum@klevermarketing.com

To subscribe directly to Klever Marketing News Releases, please click the following link: http://www.klevermarketing.com/subscribe.php

SOURCE  Klever Marketing, Inc.

Klever Marketing, Inc.

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

WatchGuard Teams with ConnectWise

Provides Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) Interoperability with ConnectWise PSA

SEATTLE, Nov. 8, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- WatchGuard® Technologies, a global leader in business security solutions, today announced new interoperability features with ConnectWise PSA.  As a result, MSSPs who utilize ConnectWise software can now easily and seamlessly track key parameters of WatchGuard UTMs as part of their MSSP service.

"Managed security service providers play an integral role in protecting small and midsize businesses who lack the IT staff or security expertise that larger organizations have in-house," said Tim Helming, Director of Product Management at WatchGuard Technologies.  "Given that WatchGuard is the de facto UTM industry leader for small and midsize businesses, it only makes sense that we extend our UTM functionality to the industry's leading developer of business management solutions for IT service providers, VARs and MSSPs."

The MSP Connector for ConnectWise centralizes, manages and reports on key metrics from a variety of managed services tools and now WatchGuard's award-winning UTM security appliances.  With this integration, MSSPs are empowered to fully automate their service offering, which results in greater efficiencies, better use of resources and ultimately higher revenues.  The MSP Connector allows for easy integration of remote monitoring and management, backup and disaster recovery, help desk ticket integration, resource scheduling, service delivery, invoicing and reporting.

WatchGuard UTMs - Ideal for MSSPs

WatchGuard provides MSSPs with a variety of UTM security solutions to best meet their customer environments and needs.  With 14 UTM models to choose from, MSSPs can provide optimized network security for businesses with 5 to 5,000+ users.  In addition to next-generation firewall and intrusion prevention capabilities, MSSPs can offer to add Application Control, Gateway Anti-virus, WebBlocker, spamBlocker and WatchGuard's context-aware, cloud-based security service, Reputation Enabled Defense.

Helming concludes, "By providing interoperability with ConnectWise, WatchGuard instantly opens our UTM solutions to thousands of partners around the world.  For customers, this means having the best management platform coupled with the best UTM security appliances that protect mission critical data, networks and applications."

About WatchGuard Technologies, Inc.

Since 1996, WatchGuard® Technologies, Inc. has been the advanced technology leader of business security solutions, providing mission-critical protection to hundreds of thousands of businesses worldwide.  The WatchGuard family of wired and wireless unified threat management appliances, messaging, content security and SSL VPN remote access solutions provide extensible network, application and data protection, as well as unparalleled network visibility, management and control.  WatchGuard products are backed by WatchGuard LiveSecurity® Service, an innovative support, maintenance, and education program.  WatchGuard is headquartered in Seattle and has offices serving North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Latin America. To learn more, visit http://www.watchguard.com/.

WatchGuard is a registered trademark of WatchGuard Technologies, Inc.  All other marks are property of their respective owners.

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    WatchGuard Technologies     24/7 Consulting
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    chris.mckie@watchguard.com  jimme@24-7consulting.com

SOURCE  WatchGuard Technologies

WatchGuard Technologies

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