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BelAir Networks New Small Cell Base Station Combines LTE and Wi-Fi to Address Ongoing Mobile Data Demand

BelAir100LP LTE Picocell delivers high throughput, multiple deployment options -- compact, cost-effective solution improves user experience, mobile network profitability

ORLANDO, Fla., March 21, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- CTIA Wireless 2011 -- As mobile operators worldwide plan and deploy LTE networks to support relentless growth in mobile data demand, a new class of small cell base station, known as outdoor metropolitan picocell, is gaining traction.  According to industry research firm, In-Stat, the outdoor metropolitan picocell market is forecast to top $5 Billion in 2014.  In 2014, more than two billion Wi-Fi chipsets will ship, according to IHS iSuppli, reflecting Wi-Fi's continued popularity in smartphones and tablets, the devices driving mobile data and video consumption.  Against this backdrop of increasing mobile data demand, LTE small cell adoption and Wi-Fi enabled device growth, BelAir Networks today announced the new BelAir100LP LTE Picocell, a compact outdoor small cell base station that combines LTE and 802.11n Wi-Fi and can be installed and activated within 15 minutes.

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"In live network trials with Tier One operators, we've proven that combining licensed and unlicensed wireless technologies in a small cell base station is a very effective way to handle growing mobile data traffic," said Bernard Herscovich, President and CEO, BelAir Networks.  "The BelAir100LP features a modular platform to accommodate operators' LTE preferences and leverages patented innovations that address the installation challenges - including backhaul, power and mounting - that have impeded widespread picocell adoption to date."

BelAir Networks has been deploying carrier Wi-Fi solutions and licensed + unlicensed products to offload data traffic from congested mobile networks for years.  Leveraging this expertise, the BelAir100LP LTE Picocell enables mobile carriers to quickly and cost-effectively build large-scale small cell networks for future proof capacity and coverage, with features that include:

    --  Multiple mounting options - pole and wall-mount or patented strand mount
        via aerial, pedestal, cabinet or vault hybrid fiber coax (HFC)
        infrastructure
    --  Backhaul flexibility - patented high-performance switched mesh, fiber,
        Ethernet or HFC
    --  Licensed and unlicensed access radios - LTE + dual 802.11n Wi-Fi radios
        with chip-based beamforming
    --  Internal array beam steering antennas working in conjunction with
        chip-based beamforming to deliver improved throughput at a greater
        distance
    --  Powering via AC, DC or cable plant
    --  Virtual AP capabilities enabling multiple operators to share common
        wireless network infrastructure while offering a customized user
        experience through direct integration with their specific back end
        systems (AAA, Policy Management) on a per SSID basis

The BelAir100LP is designed to provide a high capacity underlay or coverage extension to tower and rooftop-based LTE macrocell deployments.  In traditional macrocell configurations, LTE promises to deliver 2-4X the capacity of current 3G networks, but with leading operators witnessing mobile data growth of 7 - 30X over the last 3 years, LTE  macrocells alone will provide only temporary relief from data congestion.  So operators are leveraging both small cell architectures and unlicensed spectrum to augment capacity in areas of high use concentration.

BelAir100LP represents an evolution of the award-winning BelAir100SP Strand Picocell incorporating HSPA or CDMA radios along with 802.11n Wi-Fi, and is currently in live network trials with major operators.  AWS spectrum band is also supported on BelAir Networks indoor and outdoor APs and base stations.

BelAir Networks comprehensive product and service portfolio includes:

    --  Outdoor picocells combining 3G/4G base stations with dual 802.11n Wi-Fi
        radios
    --  Indoor and outdoor 802.11n APs supporting Wi-Fi access and backhaul at
        both 2.4 and 5 GHz
    --  BelAirOS software enabling back office integration with carriers'
        existing systems (policy management, AAA, edge routers) and supporting
        network wide mobility
    --  BelView network management supporting up to 50,000 base stations in one
        network on a scalable client-server-data collector architecture with
        web-based monitoring
    --  Carrier business intelligence tools including Synthetic Client and
        Smartphone Dashboard
    --  Network planning, deployment, integration and support services

BelAir Networks will be at booth #2604 at CTIA Wireless 2011, Orange County Convention Center, Orlando Florida, March 22-24, 2011.

About BelAir Networks

BelAir Networks wireless solutions are deployed by the world's leading service providers including AT&T, Comcast, Time Warner Cable and Cablevision. The company's portfolio of indoor and outdoor access points (AP) and picocell base stations, control and management systems enable service providers to build scalable, high performance wireless networks for 3G/4G data offload, city hotzones, and Wi-Fi coverage for large venues, special events and retail chains.  Innovative mobile and cable operators use BelAir Networks to drive revenue, improve competitiveness and deliver a great mobile broadband user experience.  BelAir Networks is a privately held company with Tier 1 carrier customers and backed by investment from Comcast Interactive Capital, T-Mobile Venture Fund and leading venture capital firms including Trilogy Equity Partners. For more information, visit http://www.belairnetworks.com.

SOURCE  BelAir Networks

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BelAir Networks

CONTACT: Sheila Burpee Duncan, BelAir Networks, +1-613-254-7070 ext. 134, sburpeeduncan@belairnetworks.com

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

Windstar Cruises Debuts Redesigned Website

Featuring a New Look, Enhanced Functionality, Special Features and Blog

SEATTLE, March 21, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Windstar Cruises, which operates a three-ship fleet of luxury yachts that explore hidden harbors and secluded coves of the world's most treasured destinations, launched its stylish redesigned website, windstarcruises.com, which captures the essence of the Windstar brand and experience, offers enhanced functionality, provides tools for consumers and travel professionals to plan voyages and features a new Blog.

The new design emulates the luxury sailing experience Windstar is known for. The Home Page features colorful, revolving imagery, featured sailings, special offers and a voyage search tool. Key elements of the site that users can explore include: Destinations, Yachts, Windstar Style, Special Offers and Already Booked along with sections for Windstar's Foremast Club members, Travel Professionals and Media.

Featured on the Destinations page are the eight destinations that Windstar sails: Italy, the Mediterranean, Greek Isles, Caribbean, Costa Rica, Panama Canal, the Baltic, and the Transatlantic. Users can click to view detailed itineraries, maps, pricing, shore excursions, ship and port information by sailing. 

The Yachts page describes each sleek sailing yacht in the Windstar fleet in rich detail including accommodations, amenities, itineraries and images along with 360-degree virtual tours and deck plans.

Windstar Style captures the feeling of sailing aboard and provides information on Windstar's awards and accolades, popular enrichment voyages along with information on weddings and honeymoons.

The Special Offers page highlights the latest offers by destination, along with itineraries and pricing for each sailing. 

The Already Booked section contains general information, responses to frequently asked questions, passport requirements, immigration forms, the passage contract, special requirements form, travel protection, cruise contract and WSC personalized services. Guests can also easily pre-book spa services and shore excursions from here. There is also a link to Windstar gifts and apparel highlighting a unique collection of apparel and gear that can be purchased online for wearing onboard or ashore.

Shortly, Windstar will unveil its new Travel Agent Center to assist travel professionals with marketing and selling Windstar. Travel professionals are the lifeblood of Windstar's business and the new Travel Agent Center will bring the latest in customization technologies to help travel professionals market their brand while selling the Windstar story. Windstar's Travel Agent Center will provide tools, updates on promotional schedules, access to Windstar's extensive image library, group policy information and Star Club membership benefits.

The new Blog will explore Windstar's enchanting destinations, highlighting magical moments that happen on board, sharing real-time stories from guests and crew, along with behind-the-scenes highlights, adventures, enrichment voyages, shore excursions, new amenities, travel tips and exclusives.

Other enhancements include social media icons Facebook, Twitter and YouTube displayed on each page allowing visitors to share content and a redesigned brochure request and E-SAIL sign up which also displays on all pages.

About Windstar Cruises

Windstar Cruises operates three sailing yachts known for their pampering without pretense and their ability to visit the hidden harbors and secluded coves of the world's most treasured destinations.  Carrying just 148 to 312 guests, the luxurious ships of Windstar cruise to nearly 50 nations, calling at 100 ports throughout Europe, the Caribbean and the Americas. For more information including rates and itineraries contact a professional travel agent or call Windstar at 1-800-258-7245.  Visit Windstar Cruises online at windstarcruises.com.

Windstar is a division of Ambassadors International Cruise Group, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ambassadors Cruise Group, LLC.

SOURCE  Windstar Cruises

Windstar Cruises

CONTACT: Vanessa Bloy of Windstar Cruises, +1-206-733-2970, vanessa.bloy@windstarcruises.com

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

YuppTV Delivers First Turnkey OTT Live TV and VOD Service for 4 Screens

Internet-based Video Distribution and Monetization Service Delivers Live TV and VOD Anywhere in the World

ORLANDO, Fla., March 21, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- ShowStoppers CTIA -- Global Takeoff Inc., a leading global provider of converged digital entertainment and advertising solutions, today announced the YuppTV platform-as-a-service (PaaS) solution for content owners, broadcasters, telecom and mobile operators. YuppTV is a converged over-the-top (OTT) service that delivers live TV and video-on-demand over four screens - TVs, PCs, smartphones and internet tablets. For the first time, video content providers and operators have access to a turnkey, internet-based solution for distributing and monetizing live TV and on-demand video services - anywhere in the world.

"Today there is a lot of TV content that lacks wide cable distribution - such as local news and sports events, which are limited to regional areas and up-and-coming TV channels that either have little or sporadic distribution," said Uday Reddy, founder and CEO of Global Takeoff. "But content providers would like to expand the reach of these programs by leveraging internet technologies. At the same time, internet-savvy consumers are starting to expect the ability to have any TV and video content delivered to any internet-enabled screen - anywhere in the world. This trend has content providers and operators scrambling to find new internet-based solutions to distribute and monetize video globally. YuppTV offers a converged global video experience for content providers, operators and consumers alike."

The YuppTV platform enables broadcasters, telecom and mobile operators to deliver the same content over TVs, PCs, smartphones and other internet-enabled devices, without investing in multiple technologies. YuppTV is based on a unique turnkey platform-as-a-service model, which removes the video distribution capital and monetization responsibilities from content owners, content aggregators and operators.

"YuppTV can open up new markets," explained Reddy. "Many local TV stations want to extend the reach of their news, sports and entertainment content beyond regional boundaries and keep their audience informed and entertained while away from home. Telecom operators can use YuppTV to deliver live TV in regional areas where the copper 'last mile' is unable to deliver service. Movie producers who would like to release films online to avoid piracy can also benefit from distributing their content on YuppTV. YuppTV is a low-risk, high-value solution for tapping into these emerging markets."

The YuppTV PaaS is an end-to-end content delivery platform for managing live and network-based video-on-demand services. The platform includes the following capabilities:

    --  Live TV and on-demand video delivery up to 1 billion internet-enabled
        devices, including: desktop and laptop PCs (Windows, Macintosh),
        internet set top boxes (Roku, Boxee), smartphones (iPhone, Android,
        Blackberry, Symbian, Windows), internet-enabled tablets (iPad/Android),
        gaming consoles through an application (XBOX, PS3, Wii) , iPod/iPod
        Touch and ConnectedTV (Samsung)
    --  Integrated billing and CRM system that produces instant content
        monetization through advertising and subscriptions
    --  Encoding transcoding, streaming and integration with internet-enabled
        devices
    --  Online daily reporting system producing customer profiles and subscriber
        management reports
    --  Adaptive bit-rate streaming adjusts to the bandwidth of the user,
        providing a buffer free experience
    --  DRM security and finger printing solution
    --  Search Engine Optimization and Search Engine Marketing
    --  Geo-blocking content tool
    --  Highly scalable and reliable architecture that can support up to 1
        million live streams simultaneously

About YuppTV.com

YuppTV.com launched in 2008 and quickly became one of the world's leading portals for Indian programs with distribution rights to more than 30 Indian TV channels. In 2010, YuppTV.com expanded the company's internet TV service to smartphones and Connected TVs. The service currently has one of the industry's highest content usage per subscriber.

About Global Takeoff

Global Takeoff is a leading global provider of converged digital entertainment and advertising solutions. The company's products provide a combination of technologies that enable consumers the convenience of a virtual home environment, companies with maximum global reach and content providers with ideal platforms and services to launch their content easily and economically. The company enables live TV and video on-demand to millions of internet-enabled devices across the globe. Founded in 2006, Global Takeoff is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia with offices in India. For more information, visit http://www.globaltakeoff.com.

All trademarks and registered trademarks in this document are the properties of their respective owners.

SOURCE  Global Takeoff

Global Takeoff

CONTACT: Barbara Reichert, Reichert Communications, LLC, +1-415-248-0230 x7012, barbara@reichertcom.com

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

Verizon Wireless Enhances 3G Broadband Data Network in Prince William County, Virginia

LAUREL, Md., March 21, 2011 /PRNewswire/ --In acontinuing effort to provide the best wireless service for local residents in Prince William County, Virginia, Verizon Wireless has completed work that increases the 3G data handling capacity in the southeastern corner of the county.

Expanded 3G data capacity in Prince William County lets more customers using tablets, laptops or smartphones to instantly download the latest apps, music, videos or 3D games; rapidly browse the Web to keep up with news, sports, stock quotes; send and receive emails in real-time as well as open and download attachments; enjoy turn-by-turn navigation; and more.

The increased coverage is part of the company's aggressive multi-billion dollar network investment each year to stay ahead of the growing demand for Verizon Wireless' voice and data services.  Last year alone, the company spent $347 million on regional network improvements, bringing total network investment in the region since 2000 to more than $2.6 billion.

"More and more people rely on smartphones and 3G apps to manage their busy lives and stay connected at home or on-the-go," said Mike Maiorana, Verizon Wireless regional president.  "We're committed to continuously improving our network to provide our customers with the 3G advantage, coverage and speed they want and need."

Verizon Wireless has the nation's largest and most reliable 3G broadband network which makes advanced services like turn-by-turn navigation, over-the-air downloads of the latest applications, text/picture messaging, video and music downloads, web browsing and 3D gaming possible.  Mobile Broadband customers in enhanced broadband wireless coverage areas can expect average download speeds of 600 kilobits per second (kbps) to 1.4 megabits and average upload speeds of 500-800 kbps. Customer demand for these advanced services continues to grow.

The company's "nation's most reliable wireless network" reputation is based on network studies performed by real-life test men and test women throughout the country. Using sophisticated testing equipment, Verizon Wireless' local team of network technicians conducted 66,552 voice call attempts and 373,899 data tests on the Verizon Wireless network and the networks of major competitors.  Unmarked test vehicles are equipped with computers that automatically conduct voice calls and data tests.*  Results from this internal network quality assurance test program confirm that Verizon Wireless is the 3G network quality leader in the Virginia, Maryland and DC region.

In addition to enhancing its 3G network, Verizon Wireless has deployed its 4G LTE Network in 38 major metropolitan areas and 60 commercial airports coast to coast covering one-third of all Americans.  During 2011, the company will continue to expand its 4G footprint to include more than 175 markets by year-end.  Verizon Wireless' 4G LTE wireless network is the fastest and most advanced 4G network in America and offers speeds up to 10 times faster than the current 3G network. 

Stay in the know about Verizon Wireless news in MD/DC/VA by following @VZWPRDC on Twitter.  For the latest network-related news, information and upgrades, follow VZWNetwork on Twitter at http://twitter.com/VZWNetwork.

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's fastest and most advanced 4G network and largest and most reliable 3G network, and serves more than 94 million customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with 82,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) and Vodafone (LSE, Nasdaq: VOD).  For more information, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.

SOURCE  Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless

CONTACT: Melanie Ortel, +1-240-568-1429, Melanie.Ortel@VerizonWireless.com, or Sherri Cunningham, +1-202-364-5856, Twitter:  @VZWPRDC

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

Verizon Wireless Enhances 3G Broadband Data Network in Manassas, Virginia

LAUREL, Md., March 21, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- In a continuing effort to provide the best wireless service for local residents in Manassas, Virginia, Verizon Wireless has completed work that increases 3G data handling capacity at local cell sites.

Expanded 3G data capacity in Manassas lets more customers using tablets, laptops or smartphones to instantly download the latest apps, music, videos or 3D games; rapidly browse the Web to keep up with news, sports, stock quotes; send and receive emails in real-time as well as open and download attachments; enjoy turn-by-turn navigation; and more.

The increased coverage is part of the company's aggressive multi-billion dollar network investment each year to stay ahead of the growing demand for Verizon Wireless' voice and data services.  Last year alone, the company spent $347 million on regional network improvements, bringing total network investment in the region since 2000 to more than $2.6 billion.

"More and more people rely on smartphones and 3G apps to manage their busy lives and stay connected at home or on-the-go," said Mike Maiorana, Verizon Wireless regional president.  "We're committed to continuously improving our network to provide our customers with the 3G advantage, coverage and speed they want and need."

Verizon Wireless has the nation's largest and most reliable 3G broadband network which makes advanced services like turn-by-turn navigation, over-the-air downloads of the latest applications, text/picture messaging, video and music downloads, web browsing and 3D gaming possible.  Mobile Broadband customers in enhanced broadband wireless coverage areas can expect average download speeds of 600 kilobits per second (kbps) to 1.4 megabits and average upload speeds of 500-800 kbps. Customer demand for these advanced services continues to grow.

The company's "nation's most reliable wireless network" reputation is based on network studies performed by real-life test men and test women throughout the country. Using sophisticated testing equipment, Verizon Wireless' local team of network technicians conducted 66,552 voice call attempts and 373,899 data tests on the Verizon Wireless network and the networks of major competitors.  Unmarked test vehicles are equipped with computers that automatically conduct voice calls and data tests.*  Results from this internal network quality assurance test program confirm that Verizon Wireless is the 3G network quality leader in the Virginia, Maryland and DC region.

In addition to enhancing its 3G network, Verizon Wireless has deployed its 4G LTE Network in 38 major metropolitan areas and 60 commercial airports coast to coast covering one-third of all Americans.  During 2011, the company will continue to expand its 4G footprint to include more than 175 markets by year-end.  Verizon Wireless' 4G LTE wireless network is the fastest and most advanced 4G network in America and offers speeds up to 10 times faster than the current 3G network. 

Stay in the know about Verizon Wireless news in MD/DC/VA by following @VZWPRDC on Twitter.  For the latest network-related news, information and upgrades, follow VZWNetwork on Twitter at http://twitter.com/VZWNetwork.

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's fastest and most advanced 4G network and largest and most reliable 3G network, and serves more than 94 million customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with 82,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) and Vodafone (LSE, Nasdaq: VOD).  For more information, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.

SOURCE  Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless

CONTACT: Melanie Ortel, +1-240-568-1429, Melanie.Ortel@VerizonWireless.com; Sherri Cunningham, +1-202-364-5856, Twitter:  @VZWPRDC

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

Verizon Wireless Enhances 3G Broadband Data Network in Spotsylvania County, Virginia

LAUREL, Md., March 21, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- In acontinuing effort to provide the best wireless service for local residents in Spotsylvania County, Virginia, Verizon Wireless has completed work that increases the 3G data handling capacity sites in the northeast corner of the county.

Expanded 3G data capacity in Spotsylvania County allows more customers using tablets, laptops or smartphones to instantly download the latest apps, music, videos or 3D games; rapidly browse the Web to keep up with news, sports, stock quotes; send and receive emails in real-time as well as open and download attachments; enjoy turn-by-turn navigation; and more.

The increased coverage is part of the company's aggressive multi-billion dollar network investment each year to stay ahead of the growing demand for Verizon Wireless' voice and data services.  Last year alone, the company spent $347 million on regional network improvements, bringing total network investment in the region since 2000 to more than $2.6 billion.

"More and more people rely on smartphones and 3G apps to manage their busy lives and stay connected at home or on-the-go," said Mike Maiorana, Verizon Wireless regional president.  "We're committed to continuously improving our network to provide our customers with the 3G advantage, coverage and speed they want and need."

Verizon Wireless has the nation's largest and most reliable 3G broadband network which makes advanced services like turn-by-turn navigation, over-the-air downloads of the latest applications, text/picture messaging, video and music downloads, web browsing and 3D gaming possible.  Mobile Broadband customers in enhanced broadband wireless coverage areas can expect average download speeds of 600 kilobits per second (kbps) to 1.4 megabits and average upload speeds of 500-800 kbps. Customer demand for these advanced services continues to grow.

The company's "nation's most reliable wireless network" reputation is based on network studies performed by real-life test men and test women throughout the country. Using sophisticated testing equipment, Verizon Wireless' local team of network technicians conducted 66,552 voice call attempts and 373,899 data tests on the Verizon Wireless network and the networks of major competitors.  Unmarked test vehicles are equipped with computers that automatically conduct voice calls and data tests.*  Results from this internal network quality assurance test program confirm that Verizon Wireless is the 3G network quality leader in the Virginia, Maryland and DC region.

In addition to enhancing its 3G network, Verizon Wireless has deployed its 4G LTE Network in 38 major metropolitan areas and 60 commercial airports coast to coast covering one-third of all Americans.  During 2011, the company will continue to expand its 4G footprint to include more than 175 markets by year-end.  Verizon Wireless' 4G LTE wireless network is the fastest and most advanced 4G network in America and offers speeds up to 10 times faster than the current 3G network. 

Stay in the know about Verizon Wireless news in MD/DC/VA by following @VZWPRDC on Twitter.  For the latest network-related news, information and upgrades, follow VZWNetwork on Twitter at http://twitter.com/VZWNetwork.

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's fastest and most advanced 4G network and largest and most reliable 3G network, and serves more than 94 million customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with 82,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) and Vodafone (LSE, Nasdaq: VOD).  For more information, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.

SOURCE  Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless

CONTACT: Melanie Ortel, +1-240-568-1429, Melanie.Ortel@VerizonWireless.com, or Sherri Cunningham, +1-202-364-5856, Twitter: @VZWPRDC

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

Shake Rattle and Roll

PALO ALTO, Calif., March 21, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Gogobeans today announced a new shake to bounce application to its content sharing platform. Shake to bounce enables customers to share any content with their friends simply by shaking their mobile handset to connect friends online and then share content. This extends to files, photos, music, web pages, contacts and now your favorite apps. Sharing applications with friends, family and co-workers has never been easier. Gogobeans works across devices, OS and networks. The initial launch is targeted to iPhone, iPad and Android users with BlackBerry and Windows apps due for release later this year.

"Content sharing, whether they are files or applications, needs to be easy and intuitive, with minimal clicks. With our shake to bounce app, you can share your stuff with friends even if they are miles away," explains founder Tony De Ruvo. "It is not just photos but any digital assets, including apps that you download from popular app stores. Sharing applications has become far too complex. With Gogobeans, you can share easily and right away."

Gogobeans existing tools allow users to access and share their content from any device, even using the WAP interface for 2G devices. For many of us, mobility means accessing our digital life on the go and Gogobeans puts all the tools at our fingertips. So if you can't live without your mobile, then Gogobeans is your new best friend. For more information or to sign up for the free app, go to http://www.gogobeans.com.

SOURCE  Gogobeans, Inc.

Gogobeans, Inc.

CONTACT: Mr. Michael Becce, MRB Public Relations Inc, mbecce@mrb-pr.com, +1-732-758-1100

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

Peer Media Technologies and Bay TSP Announce Merger

Consolidated Companies Create Intellectual Property Protection Powerhouse

LOS ANGELES and LOS GATOS, Calif., March 21, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Peer Media Technologies, Inc., (OTC Market: ARTD), and Bay TSP.com, Inc., both leading digital media technology companies, announced today they had signed a non-binding letter of intent conditional on various pre-conditions to merge by May 31, 2011.  The announcement was made by Dimitri Villard, CEO of Peer Media Technologies, and Stuart Rosove, CEO of Bay TSP. The resulting company will be the largest in its field and the only one in the world to offer a full spectrum of anti-piracy and business intelligence services, and will be renamed to reflect the new company's strength and strategic vision.

Both companies are leading providers of business and marketing intelligence services for digital media measurement, encompassing a large network of intelligent monitoring agents and proprietary databases that track, verify, measure and report on un-monetized digital media consumption activity. In addition, they also provide the world's largest entertainment and media companies with the most effective means available to globally detect, track, and deter the unauthorized distribution of their digital content.

"The combination of Peer Media Technologies with Bay TSP creates a true powerhouse in the field of intellectual property protection," said Dimitri Villard, Chief Executive Officer of Peer Media. "Not only will the merger create the largest corporation in the world in the field of anti-piracy and business intelligence from monitoring un-monetized content consumption, it will result in a global service offering that others simply can't match."

The combined services portfolio will provide clients with powerful, end-to-end solutions designed to meet specific content protection, intelligence and distribution needs. With a global infrastructure spanning the most prolific P2P networks, content hosting websites known as cyberlockers, live streaming sites and user-generated content (UGC) sites, both Peer Media and Bay TSP are dedicated to helping content owners not only understand, but also leverage today's largest pool of online consumers.

The companies' peer-to-peer (P2P) and web scanning takedown, countermeasures and notice services deliver unparalleled copyright enforcement capabilities that significantly reduce the ability of pirates to access copyrighted material.

Stuart Rosove, Chief Executive Officer of Bay TSP commented, "This merger will enable us to dramatically expand our respective companies' effectiveness by providing customers with the widest range of options to meet the constantly evolving challenges in copyright protection and enforcement.  We look forward to providing future milestones as the merger begins to take advantage of our strong synergistic digital services."

About Peer Media Technologies, Inc.

Originally incorporated as ARTISTdirect, Inc. in 1999, the company changed its name to Peer Media Technologies in 2010 after it acquired Media Defender in 2005 and Media Sentry in 2009 and sold its legacy music website business ARTISTdirect.com in 2010.  The company is the leading provider of intellectual property protection and business intelligence services to major motion picture studios, record labels, television networks, gaming companies and software publishers. For more information, please visit: http://www.peermediatech.com.

About Bay TSP.com, Inc.

Bay TSP has been a leading provider of content protection and tracking services since its founding in 1999. The company offers the industry's leading commercial search and discovery services for tracking and analyzing the impact of digital media online.  For over 10 years Bay TSP has provided services to the world's largest media and entertainment companies, including motion picture studios, broadcasters, pay-per-view producers, video game developers, sports leagues, as well as print and software publishers. For more information, please visit: http://www.baytsp.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

Statements contained in this press release, which are not historical facts, are forward-looking statements as that term is defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are based largely on current expectations and are subject to a number of known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors beyond the Company's control that could cause actual events and results to differ materially from these statements. These risks include, without limitation, that there can be no assurance that any strategic opportunities will be available to the Company and that any strategic opportunities may only be available on terms not acceptable to the company. These statements are not guarantees of future performance, and readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this release. Peer Media Technologies and Bay TSP undertake no obligation to update publicly any forward-looking statements.

Company Contacts:

Peer Media Technologies, Inc.
Dimitri Villard, CEO
310-956-3309
info@peermediatech.com

Bay TSP.com, Inc.
Stuart Rosove, CEO
877-922-9877
info@baytsp.com

Financial Communications Contact:
Trilogy Capital Partners
Darren Minton, President
Toll-free: 800-592-6067
info@trilogy-capital.com

SOURCE  Peer Media Technologies, Inc.

Peer Media Technologies, Inc.

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

The Mortgage Loan Boy, Following the Steps of the Million Dollar Home Page

A Spanish software engineer develops a curious website to pay his mortgage loan and denounce the precarious situation of the housing in Spain.

BILBAO, Spain, March 21, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- This website (themortgageloanboy.com) aims to create a competition between the companies of the world, bidding to put a banner ad on this site. The cost of the banners will be incremental, increasing in euro 1 for each banner that is purchased on the website. Thus, the first banner will cost euro 1, the second euro 2, the third euro 3 and so on.

The banner ads will be shown using geo-positional products so they would be seen exactly positioned in their region of origin. This makes the ad available for all the potential customers of the same region and country of the company.

The idea is really simple; companies can hire one or more ads in the first-order administrative units belonging to their country of origin. In each unit can only be a banner associated, so that the speed with which the companies engage the banner will be crucial to the success of recruitment advertising. The denouncing of the housing situation in Spain and the curious way to show all the banner ads all around the world makes this website a unique place to hire a banner and to visit.

Tired of paying his mortgage loan, the software engineer created this site with the intention of trying to raise funds to pay his mortgage loan and to denounce the precarious situation of the housing in Spain.

This kind of website remembers the success of other great website, milliondollarhomepage.com, which was created in 2005 by Alex Tew, who made more than a million dollars by selling pixels. (http://www.milliondollarhomepage.com)

Themortgageloanboy.com allows you to hire banners in a very curious way, accepts PayPal Payment, and 5% of the profits will be donated to UNICEF to their education campaigns in the Third World.

About The Mortgage Loan Boy: "It proves that anyone, any idea, any project, as simple as they are, can succeed if they invest the required illusion and time," says Fran Casado, "By hiring an ad in my website you can obtain a piece of internet history and of course the personal satisfaction of helping me to pay my mortgage loan."

SOURCE  The Mortgage Loan Boy

The Mortgage Loan Boy

CONTACT: Fran Casado of The Mortgage Loan Boy, 0034 647 858 061

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

Clarity Media Becomes a Division of Gravity Collection, Inc.

Gravity Collection, Inc. announces today that Clarity Media Group will merge into their production distribution department

INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev., March 21, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Gravity Collection, Inc. (http://www.gravitycollection.com) is acquiring Clarity Media Group as a wholly owned subsidiary today. This will position Clarity Media Group to display their properties through a more diverse and broader audience. Those properties include print media, clip videos, and much more.

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Gravity Collection, Inc. will be able to exploit its 2,000 hours of action sports content over the web for purchase and limited viewing along with the Clarity Media Group holdings. As an emerging player in the Action Sports genre, this will allow GCI to become more familiar with the viewers. These properties include content containing surfing, skateboarding, kayaking, windsurfing, snowboarding, just to name a few. This acquisition will include a seamless transition of libraries and interfacing of brands from the similarities of the companies.

About Clarity Media Group

Clarity Media Group was established in October 2007 with the purpose of obtaining and acquiring vast amounts of Action Sports Content with the sole intention of displaying the content to a wide market of followers on various platforms.

About Gravity Collection, Inc.

Gravity Collection, Inc., a digital media company, was established in 2005, where it began aggregating content in the extreme action sport genre. http://www.gravitycollection.com

Since that time, Gravity Collection, Inc. has amassed an outstanding library and is one of the largest content providers of action sports, cross-secting all disciplines such as skiing, snowboarding, motocross, BMX, skateboarding, surfing, mountain biking, B.A.S.E. jumping, hang gliding, wind surfing, rock climbing, kite surfing and much, much more.

With award winning producers and seasoned team, we have now over 2000 hours of content inclusive of 3-D series showing top action sports. The Company is poised to become the premiere destination and content provider for the fiercely loyal extreme, adrenaline action adventure sports fans and stands to serve as a launching pad for a broad array of media properties.  Gravity Collection, Inc. expects to optimize its focus on expanding and developing a franchise of originally produced programming, which is expected to serve as a launching pad for all its future content needs in 3-D.

http://www.gravitycollection.com

SOURCE  Gravity Collection, Inc.

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Gravity Collection, Inc.

CONTACT: Jen McBryde of Gravity Collection, Inc., +1-775-831-0426, info@gravitycollection.com

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

Walden University Expands Human Resource Offerings

New master's degree in Human Resource Management aligns with Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) education standards

MINNEAPOLIS, March 21, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Human resource leaders are increasingly expected to understand and contribute to the operational strategies of their organizations in addition to fulfilling their traditional functional duties, such as recruiting, training and compensation. To help meet these new demands, Walden University is introducing an online M.S. in Human Resource Management degree program and adding aHuman Resource Management specialization to the Ph.D. in Management program.

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The new master's degree program gives students the opportunity to gain the skills and practical learning experience they need to further their career in human resources, whether they plan to enter the field or aspire to advance into an executive position. Three specializations--Functional Human Resource Management; Integrating Functional and Strategic Human Resource Management; and Organizational Strategy--address progressive stages of career development and encompass the strategic, organizational, management and analytical skills today's employers seek.

The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) has evaluated, recognized and approved the alignment of Walden's master's degree in Human Resource Managementwith SHRM's HR Curriculum Guidebook and Templates, which helps define human resource education standards. Additionally, students can stay current on best practices in the field and gain access to a wide network of human resource professionals through Walden's virtual student chapter of SHRM.

Walden's new Human Resource Management specialization, part of the Ph.D. in Management degree program, can provide the skills for students to develop and apply the latest theories, concepts and tools to conduct research and to teach in areas such as strategic human resource management, organizational effectiveness and human capital development. Students explore the global and multidisciplinary aspects of human resource management and enhance their ability to develop solutions for strategic human resource initiatives.

The new human resources offerings join Walden's suite of human resource management specializations in its Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), M.S. in Leadership, M.S. in Management and B.S. in Business Administration programs. For more information on the programs, visit http://www.WaldenU.edu/management.

About Walden University

For more than 40 years, Walden University has supported working professionals in achieving their academic goals and making a greater impact in their professions and their communities. Today, more than 42,500 students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries are pursuing their bachelor's, master's or doctoral degrees online at Walden. The university provides students with an engaging educational experience that connects them with expert faculty and peers around the world. Walden is the flagship online university in the Laureate International Universities network--a global network of more than 55 online and campus-based universities in 27 countries.

Walden offers more than 50 degree programs with more than 225 specializations and concentrations. Areas of study include health sciences, counseling, human services, management, psychology, education, public health, nursing, public administration and information technology. For more information, visit http://www.WaldenU.edu. Walden University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association, http://www.ncahlc.org.

SOURCE  Laureate Education, Inc.

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Laureate Education, Inc.

CONTACT: Jerry Sweitzer, +1-410-843-6576, jerry.sweitzer@waldenu.edu

Web Site: http://www.WaldenU.edu

Journal of Laser Applications Incorporates Robust Functionality of AIP's Scitation® Platform

Laser Institute of America's flagship journal offers new suite of features

MELVILLE, N.Y., March 21, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ --AIP Publishing, a division of the American Institute of Physics (AIP) (http://www.aip.org), today announced the re-launch of the Laser Institute of America's Journal of Laser Applications (JLA) (jla.aip.org) on AIP's innovative Scitation hosting platform. As part of a new strategic partnership agreement between the Laser Institute of America (LIA) and AIP, LIA designated AIP to publish their flagship journal on behalf of the society.

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"AIP's powerful Scitation platform enables us to better serve our readers, raise the profile of our organization, and reinforce our commitment to disseminate the knowledge of laser applications and laser safety worldwide," said LIA Executive Director Peter Baker. "Making our content available to more users -- and making it more useable -- can only serve to enhance the strong reputation that JLA has built over the years."

Scitation has infused JLA with a broad range of interactive features, helping users find the content they need more quickly. Researchers will discover redesigned abstract pages, including related articles, article outlines, and an article objects tab, which provides direct access to tables and figures. New table of contents pages offer expandable abstracts and keywords. JLA users will also benefit from enhanced search functions, including faceted results and intuitive search suggestions, which filter results and help them find relevant information more quickly.

In addition, JLA now features dynamic full-text HTML, including a slide-out navigation bar, inline links to references, and inline search, which reveals lists of popular related articles. JLA now also offers a streamlined mobile version of its website.

"We believe that LIA's Journal of Laser Applications will grow from strength to strength backed by the power of enhanced discoverability and innovative engineering found in AIP's Scitation hosting platform," said Robert Harington, Publisher, AIP Partnerships.

First published in 1988, Journal of Laser Applications has long been a major forum for the exchange of ideas and information on the diverse applications of photonic technology, including materials processing, laser safety, and sensing and measurement.

About American Institute of Physics

The American Institute of Physics is an organization of 10 physical sciences societies representing more than 135,000 scientists, engineers, and educators and is one of the largest publishers of scientific information in physics. AIP also delivers valuable resources and expertise in education and student services, science communication, government relations, career services for science and engineering professionals, statistical research, industrial outreach, and the history of physics and other sciences. Offering publishing solutions for scientific societies and organizations in science and engineering, AIP pursues innovation in electronic publishing of scholarly journals. AIP publishes 13 journals (journals.aip.org), two magazines -- including its flagship publication, Physics Today -- and the AIP Conference Proceedings series. Scitation, AIP's online publishing platform, hosts 1.6 million articles from 190 scholarly journals, proceedings, and eBooks of learned society publishers. AIP also provides the international physical science community with UniPHY, the first literature-based social and professional networking site; it features pre-populated profiles of more than 300,000 scientists and enables collaboration among researchers worldwide.

About Laser Institute of America

Laser Institute of America (LIA), founded in 1968, is the professional society for laser applications and safety. It is comprised of laser researchers, manufacturers, integrators, and end users working together to increase the use and safe application of laser technologies. Fulfilling its mission of fostering lasers, laser applications, and laser safety worldwide, LIA is the secretariat and publisher of the American National Standards Institute Z136 series of laser safety standards. The Journal of Laser Applications is the official journal of the Laser Institute of America and serves as the major international forum for exchanging ideas and information in disciplines that apply laser technology.

For more information, please contact:
Lori Carlin
Director, Fulfillment & Marketing
American Institute of Physics
Email: lscarlin@aip.org
Phone: +1 516-576-2279

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StemCyte Launches CordBloodTV

Full Service, Globally Dedicated Information Resource on Cord Blood Advances

COVINA, Calif., March 21, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- California-based StemCyte, Inc. announces the launch of http://www.cordbloodtv.com, a first-of-its-kind video cord blood banking education resource.  StemCyte offers this comprehensive educational tool that allows audiences worldwide to watch and learn about private and public cord blood banking options and the latest in medical research and treatments that use umbilical cord blood stem cells.

"StemCyte is pleased to offer our worldwide audience CordBloodTV, the most comprehensive video resource for cord blood banking education," said Calvin Cole, StemCyte's President, North America.  "We aim to compile in one easily accessible location the best information available for parents, physicians, researchers and transplant experts wishing to learn more about the state of the art in cord blood."

CordBloodTV offers educational videos, news and personal stories, expert dialogue and more, all offering insight into the potentially lifesaving medical resource of umbilical cord stem cells.  The new website illustrates StemCyte's continuing commitment to increasing global public awareness regarding the science and substance of umbilical cord blood banking, related research and advances in life-saving therapies.  In the future CordBloodTV will include interviews, presentations from expert authorities and by researchers worldwide who are investigating the potential of stem cells derived from cord blood to treat devastating illnesses.

About StemCyte, Inc.

Located in the US, India and Taiwan, StemCyte has established one of the largest, most racially diverse, and highest quality cord blood stem cell banks in the world.  StemCyte has supplied over 1,400 cord blood products for over 40 life-threatening diseases to over 200 leading worldwide transplant centers.  StemCyte is actively involved in the development of new umbilical cord blood-based cell therapies.  The Company supports the largest clinical study for using unrelated cord blood transplantation for thalassemia, one of the most common genetic diseases in the world, and the developments of trials investigating regenerative spinal cord therapies.  StemCyte is one of the only for-profit companies contracted by the US Department of HHS to help contribute clinical grade cord blood units to the public National Cord Blood Inventory for unrelated transplants.  Its headquarters are located in Covina, Ca. and Ewing, NJ.  To learn more visit http://www.StemCyte.com.

SOURCE  StemCyte, Inc.

StemCyte, Inc.

CONTACT: Calvin Cole, President, North America, +1-512-422-2700, ccole@stemcyte.com

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

Deloitte Identifies the 10 Most Disruptive and Emerging Technologies for CIOs to Consider Over the Next 18 Months

NEW YORK, March 21, 2011 /PRNewswire/ --Deloitte today issued a new report identifying 10 disruptive and emerging technologies that are expected to play a crucial role in how businesses will operate globally over the next 18 months.

"With 2011 well underway, CIOs should be evaluating the progress made on their New Year's resolutions and taking full advantage of technologies that have the ability to dramatically improve and advance their business operations and decision-making," said Mark White, principal, Deloitte Consulting LLP and a co-author of the report. "We have evaluated, industry-wide, what is working and what is not when it comes to IT and have identified 10 technologies that are likely to transform the enterprise over the next 18 months."

Deloitte's report, "Tech Trends 2011: The Natural Convergence of Business and IT," groups the technologies into two categories: "(Re)emerging Enablers," which is described as five technologies that many CIOs have spent time, thought and resources on in the past, and "Disruptive Deployments," five additional technologies that showcase new business models and transformative ways to operate.  The 10 technologies are:

(Re)Emerging Enablers:

    --  Almost Enterprise Applications:  Quick and agile solutions like the
        cloud and Software- and Platform-as-a-Service (SaaS, PaaS) appeal to the
        business, but are they "enterprise enough" for IT? Almost enterprise
        applications are being eagerly embraced by many business leaders, and
        CIOs should get in front of this democratization and self-service trend.
    --  CIOs as Revolutionaries:  With the cloud, social computing and mobility
        shaking up business models and transforming how business is done, the
        technology agenda should be considered as tantamount to the business
        agenda--and CIOs are the executives positioned to pull them into
        alignment.
    --  Cyber Intelligence:  While it still may be necessary to build a rapid
        detect-and-respond cyber security function, organizations should
        consider going beyond adding tools to learn and adapt, protect against
        upstream threats, and connect the internal and external dots to assess
        probable risks, and in the process move from reactive to proactive.
    --  End of Death of ERP:  ERP can be an enabler of tomorrow's innovations,
        not a fading footnote of yesterday's legacy. Organizations are still
        able to tap ERP applications to transform processes with reduced risk --
        at a lower cost and at a quicker pace.
    --  Visualization: Visualization deserves a fresh look given the evolution
        of the underlying tools and the rich potential represented by
        unstructured data. It can provide a new way to tap into millions of
        internal emails, instant messages and documents, as well as trillions of
        social media objects, Twitter tweets, text messages, blogs and other
        content of potential concern or opportunity for the enterprise.

Disruptive Deployments:

    --  Applied Mobility: New mobile solutions are being designed to serve the
        full spectrum of transactional, analytical and social computing
        capabilities, and present the opportunity for organizations to define
        real and lasting value in applied mobility solutions and business
        enablement. This could be the year that businesses will truly begin
        harnessing these features into rich, yet simple and intuitive
        applications to solve real business problems.
    --  Capability Clouds: Capability clouds have the potential to move beyond
        the building blocks of capacity clouds to deliver finished services that
        can address business objectives and enterprise goals. CIOs should be
        prepared to answer how they leverage the ecosystem of capabilities,
        services and value networks delivered by the cloud.
    --  Real Analytics: As the economy resets, analytics can offer improved
        visibility to help companies drive operational efficiencies.  Analytics
        can also offer an opportunity for growth by helping companies in their
        efforts to address heart-of-the-business questions that can guide
        decisions, yield new insights and help predict what's next.
    --  Social Computing: As more of our personal and professional lives are
        transacted via technology, rich trails of preferences, opinions and
        behaviors are being created. Beyond the immediate benefits of empowering
        stake-holders, this "digital exhaust" can be mined, providing a rich
        source of insight on market positioning.
    --  User Engagement: The proliferation of consumer and Internet technologies
        has raised expectations for IT tools at work, and can empower employees
        to find new insights and improve how business occurs.   Enterprises
        should seek to learn and understand how to turn newly-connected
        consumers into new revenue channels and identify ways they can empower
        employees to better connect dots and improve efficiency and
        effectiveness.

"It's evident that the next 18 months will be pivotal for widespread adoption of technologies such as cloud, social  computing, analytics and mobile technologies," said Bill Briggs, director, Deloitte Consulting LLP and co-author of the report. "Whether they are re-emerging enablers that are already somewhat at play at large among enterprises or disruptive deployments that offer new, transformative ways for organizations to operate, CIOs should keep ahead of these trends to help generate top returns not just of IT, but the business of the business."

For a full copy of the report, please visit, http://www.deloitte.com/us/techtrends2011, or Deloitte on Technology on the iTunes App Store.

As used in this document, "Deloitte" means Deloitte LLP and its subsidiaries. Please see http://www.deloitte.com/us/about for a detailed description of the legal structure of Deloitte LLP and its subsidiaries.

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SOURCE  Deloitte

Deloitte

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Charter Announces Acquisition of Cable Systems From Windjammer in Alabama and Georgia

ST. LOUIS, March 21, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Charter Communications, Inc. (Nasdaq: CHTR) today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire three cable television systems serving, in aggregate, approximately 17,000 customers in Alabama and Georgia from Windjammer Communications, LLC.

The systems, located in Fort Benning, GA and Fort Payne and Cullman, AL, currently offer digital video, high-speed Internet and phone services to customers in these areas. Charter expects to close the acquisition in the third quarter of 2011.

Charter President, Operations Steven Apodaca said, "These properties have a strong geographic link with the communities Charter has served in Alabama and Georgia for many years, and this transaction is very much aligned with our strategy of enhancing core system clusters."

Systems that will become part of Charter include Fort Benning, GA near Charter communities surrounding Columbus, GA; Fort Payne, AL near Charter communities surrounding Albertville, AL and, Cullman, AL near Charter's operations in Decatur and Birmingham, AL.

Charter anticipates broader deployment of Digital, Video on Demand and HD programming, providing faster Internet speeds and the rollout of new services already introduced in nearby Charter markets for Charter Business clients.

The purchase price was not disclosed.

About Charter

Charter is a leading broadband communications company and the fourth-largest cable operator in the United States. Charter provides a full range of advanced broadband services, including advanced Charter TV(TM) video entertainment programming, Charter Internet(TM) access, and Charter Phone(TM). Charter Business® similarly provides scalable, tailored, and cost-effective broadband communications solutions to business organizations, such as business-to-business Internet access, data networking, business telephone, video and music entertainment services, and wireless backhaul. Charter's advertising sales and production services are sold under the Charter Media® brand. More information about Charter can be found at charter.com.

SOURCE  Charter Communications, Inc.

Charter Communications, Inc.

CONTACT: Media, Anita Lamont, +1-314-543-2215, or Analysts, Mary Jo Moehle, +1-314-543-2397, both for Charter Communications, Inc.

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

Is a Web-based Money Management Firm Right for You?

Delivery of financial services over the internet continues to grow. Although financial advice has traditionally been delivered at a local advisor's office, internet-based financial advisory firms offer a compelling alternative.

SAN FRANCISCO, March 21, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- The internet has proven a brilliant enabler for delivering high-quality, low-cost services. Consumer examples include DVD rental firm Netflix and Apple's iTunes music platform. In financial services, we have seen individuals flock to online trading offered by Charles Schwab and E*Trade, not to mention the proliferation of internet banking.

Yet the business of financial advice remains largely delivered in-person. With people turning to the web for all types of services, it is no surprise the number of internet-based investment management firms continues to grow.

These web-based financial advisors can provide sound management of your personal investments and individual retirement accounts (IRA), generally for a fee below what a typical advisor charges. In addition, you get the convenience of managing your investments online.

Internet investment advisors may appeal primarily to younger, web-savvy investors with $500,000 or less to invest. According to John Furey, principal at Advisor Growth Strategies LLC, "Many sophisticated advisors have account minimums of $500,000 or more, often making it difficult for everyday investors to get good, conflict-free advice."

A quick comparison of three firms provides a glimpse of what is currently available.

Index Funds Advisors (http://www.ifa.com)

Approach: Diversified portfolio built using index-like mutual funds. Online "Risk Capacity Survey" helps you select a portfolio.

Account Minimum: $100,000

Cost (illustrative $200,000 account): 0.9% per year

Formula Investing (http://www.formulainvesting.com)

Approach: Picks portfolio of individual stocks. Stocks selected based on Joel Greenblatt's value investing philosophy. They offer a U.S. and an international stock strategy.

Account Minimum: $100,000

Cost (illustrative $200,000 account): 1% per year (includes trading costs)

InvestSimply (http://www.investsimply.com)

Approach: Diversified portfolio of stocks, bonds and alternative assets crafted using index mutual funds and exchange-traded funds (ETF). Online "Investor Profile Survey" guides you in selecting a portfolio.

Account Minimum: $50,000

Cost (illustrative $200,000 account): 0.8% per year

If you are considering hiring an internet financial advisor, be sure your money is held in your name at a well-known, third-party brokerage firm (a.k.a. "a custodian"). Firms listed above all allow clients to maintain accounts at third-party custodians. Custodians hold client assets, execute trades, and provide account statements.

Contact:  Steven Geri, InvestSimply, 800-928-6170

SOURCE  InvestSimply

InvestSimply

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

Verizon Wireless to Open Application Innovation Center in San Francisco This Fall

AIC Will Bring Together Developers, Entrepreneurs, Engineers and Others to Collaborate on Next Generation of Mobile Apps

BASKING RIDGE, N.J., and SAN FRANCISCO, March 21, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Plans are underway for the Verizon Wireless Application Innovation Center (AIC), which is scheduled to open in San Francisco later this year, the company said today.  The Center will be a place for developers, network engineers, entrepreneurs and others to work together on innovative applications that take advantage of Verizon Wireless' leading 3G and 4G LTE mobile networks.

First revealed at the Verizon Developer Community (VDC) Conference, the San Francisco facility will be connected to Verizon LTE Innovation Center, located in Waltham, Mass., in order to optimize synergies between development activities at each location. 

The AIC is taking shape in the heart of downtown San Francisco, conveniently located near Silicon Valley and a growing nexus of developers in the city itself.  Construction of the Center, located on Spear Street, began last month, and when complete the space will include several collaboration labs, private development labs, and offer  access to Verizon Wireless equipment and services not available elsewhere.  Participants will be able to interact with Verizon Wireless experts in application development, software development, network APIs, network performance and business development, all together in one place. 

"The goal of the AIC is to engage developers, pro-actively share Verizon Wireless' technical and marketing experience and expertise, and ultimately bring truly innovative applications and services to all of Verizon's customers," said Brian Higgins, executive director of Ecosystem Development at Verizon Wireless.  "As the mobile ecosystem grows, the AIC aims to play an important role in bringing in new developers and nurturing new ideas."

Companies large and small will be invited to spend time at the AIC to create, optimize and polish their ideas and turn them into viable applications for wireless customers.  The collaborative approach is designed to facilitate connections between developers and a wide range of Verizon Wireless partners. 

The LTE Innovation Center in Massachusetts has spurred development for products, services and solutions ranging from home monitoring and control, health care, visual collaboration, gaming and more since it opened its doors in 2009.  A similar collaborative model will be applied to the application space.

Over the next few months, Verizon Wireless, together with its VDC Advisory Board, will continue to work with developers to provide details and explore different projects.  Interested developers should visit http://developer.verizon.com/aic for more information, or follow http://www.twitter.com/vzdevelopers for updates on the Centers and the company's work with developers. 

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's fastest and most advanced 4G network and largest and most reliable 3G network, and serves more than 94 million customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with 82,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ) and Vodafone (LSE, NASDAQ: VOD).  For more information, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.

SOURCE  Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless

CONTACT: Debra Lewis, Verizon Wireless, +1-908-559-7512, Debra.Lewis@verizonwireless.com

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

From 'Abuse and Molestation' to 'Yacht Clubs': New Kirschners.com Directory Offers Enhanced Online Access for Agents Looking for Specialty Insurance Lines

CITRUS HEIGHTS, Calif., March 21, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Property and casualty agents looking to place E&S/specialty coverages can now search over 65,000 P&C insurance markets through Kirschner's fully redesigned and streamlined online directory, Kirschners.com.

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Kirschner's has been the most trusted directory of insurers and wholesalers selling excess, surplus, and specialty lines risk coverages for nearly 90 years.  The new Kirschners.com online directory, just launched, is the most comprehensive free listing of this information and specifically reflects customer feedback on ways to support agents' selling needs even more effectively.

The new online directory features:

    --  Streamlined search tools that put the advanced filtering options right
        on the homepage.
    --  Better organized search results to help agents navigate their many
        coverage options.
    --  More than 65,000 property/casualty insurance market risk coverages.
    --  No sign-in required.
    --  No annoying pop-ups.
    --  Offers Industry Service Buyers' Guide and Bureaus and Associations
        sections.

"Today's launch of an improved Kirschners.com is a great leap forward for both agents and wholesalers," Richard Gillmeister, Kirschner's general manager, said. "Our network of agents and our sponsors will appreciate the well-designed user interface and the fact that we continue to offer free access to tens of thousands more listings than other directories."

About Kirschner's

Since 1923, Kirschner's Insurance Directories has been a leading property and casualty information source providing the most up-to-date insurance wholesale, retail, and service data available in concise, easy-to-use electronic and print formats. Kirschner's is part of Summit Business Media.

About Summit Business Media

Summit Business Media is the leading B2B media and information company serving the insurance, financial services, legal and investment advisory markets.  Summit strives to be "The Next Generation of Business Information" for executives and practitioners by providing breaking news and analysis, in-depth practice management strategies, business-building techniques and actionable data.  Summit services the information needs of its customers through numerous channels, including digital, print, and live events.  For more information, visit http://www.summitbusinessmedia.com.

http://www.kirschners.com

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CONTACT: Richard Gillmeister, +1-800-984-7170 x314, rgillmeister@nuco.com

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

Introducing GPS Video - ICAP Ocean Tomo to Auction Techniques for Embedding Positional Data Into Video Signals for Display on Handheld Devices

CHICAGO, March 21, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Developed by Koplar Interactive Systems International LLC and represented by ICAP Ocean Tomo, this patent portfolio discloses a system for combining positional data and video. The portfolio will be available at ICAP Ocean Tomo's upcoming Spring 2011 Live IP Auction March 31st in New York City.

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Key Characteristics & Benefits

This patent lot discloses the following:

    --  A system for combining positional data and video. With this invention,
        positional data from navigation systems and other auxiliary sources can
        be incorporated into video signals and subsequently displayed on a video
        camera.
    --  The technology links positional data with video signals in a single
        video recording.
    --  To achieve this level of synchronization, the system uses a mobile
        object associated with both the video camera and positional data
        receiver.
    --  Information about the location of the mobile object (e.g., vehicles,
        video cameras, handheld devices, trains, tanks, watercrafts, airplanes,
        etc.) is sent from satellites to the positional data device.
    --  The video camera creates a video signal, which it sends to an encoder.
        Auxiliary sources can be used in the same way, obtaining data about the
        mobile object and sending it to the encoder.
    --  The encoder codes the data in the video signal, which is stored on the
        video camera.
    --  The decoder receives all the data from the video signal and the system
        displays the data from the positional data receiver (along with the
        auxiliary source if it is used) in the form of a video, which can be
        stored and played back.

Market Potential

This lot should be of interest to manufacturers of cameras, mobile phones, navigation systems, and other entities looking to incorporate this technology into their products.

    --  By 2014, the number of mobile handsets with GPS receivers will reach 960
        million.(1) Worldwide, the mobile location technologies market is
        expected to reach $70 billion by 2013.
    --  Moreover, the global market for services specifically related to GPS
        should see a significant increase in revenues as well, reaching $10
        billion by 2013.(2)
    --  An enormous variety of consumer electronic industries can benefit from
        this invention. Analysts have seen tremendous growth in the market for
        GPS-related products, as both personal and commercial users are
        demanding more accurate navigation and timing capabilities in devices.
        GPS receivers are now standard features in cars, phones, workout
        watches, and other handheld devices.
    --  Industries involving complex logistical operations rely on GPS systems
        as well. For example, real-time knowledge of positional data is crucial
        for the operations in agriculture, commercial airlines, federal
        agencies, and emergency responders.(3)

    To learn more about the assets available for sale in this portfolio:
    Contact Dean Becker of ICAP Ocean Tomo at Dean.Becker@us.icap.com

About ICAP Ocean Tomo LLC

ICAP Ocean Tomo is the intellectual property brokerage division of ICAP and the world's premier patent auction firm.

About ICAP

ICAP is the world's premier interdealer broker and provider of post trade services. The Group matches buyers and sellers in the wholesale markets in interest rates, credit, commodities, foreign exchange, emerging markets, equities and equity derivatives through voice and electronic networks. ICAP plc was added to the FTSE 100 Index on 30 June 2006. For more information go to http://www.icap.com.

    (1) http://www.berginsight.com/ShowReport.aspx?m_m=3&Id—
    (2) http://www.rncos.com/Report/IM035.htm
    (3) http://www.agu.org/journals/sw/swa/feature/article/?id 09SW000556

SOURCE  ICAP Ocean Tomo

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ICAP Ocean Tomo

CONTACT: Cali Munoz of ICAP Ocean Tomo, +1-312-618-8385, cali.munoz@us.icap.com

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

AT&T Brings Mobile Broadband Network to Eastern New Hampshire

Local Wireless Network Upgrade Extends Access to Advanced Products, Services and Applications in Carroll, Strafford and Belknap Counties

CONWAY, N.H., March, 21, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- AT&T* today announced the expansion of its mobile broadband network in New Hampshire, extending access for advanced mobile services, devices and feature-rich audio and video content to customers in Carroll, Strafford and Belknap Counties.

AT&T is an industry leader in delivering the benefits of mobile broadband networks, devices and applications. With the nation's fastest mobile broadband network, AT&T provides accelerated mobile data speeds and simultaneous voice and data capabilities for an amazing wireless voice and data experience.

This most recent expansion will enhance wireless coverage for residents and businesses in Conway and surrounding communities, including Ossipee, North Conway, Alton, Tamworth, Albany, Madison, Bartlett, Wolfeboro Falls, Sanbornville, New Durham and Milton, as well as for visitors to the Mt. Cranmore Ski area.

"Demand for wireless bandwidth is growing rapidly, whether it's for sharing video and photos with friends on the ski slopes or staying connected to business transactions while on-the-go," said Steve Krom, vice president and general manager, AT&T in New England. "With this expansion, our customers can enjoy the nation's best, most advanced mobile broadband experience with emerging devices and tens of thousands of mobile applications."

AT&T's mobile broadband network is based on the 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) family of technologies that includes GSM and UMTS, the most widely used wireless network platforms in the world. AT&T has the best international coverage of any U.S. wireless provider, providing access to voice service in more than 220 countries and data service in more than 200 countries. AT&T also offers voice and data roaming coverage on more than 135 major cruise ships, as well as mobile broadband services in more than 130 countries.

AT&T also operates the nation's largest Wi-Fi network** with more than 24,000 hotspots in the U.S. and provides access to more than 135,000 hotspots globally through roaming agreements. Most AT&T smartphone customers get access to our entire national Wi-Fi network at no additional cost, and Wi-Fi usage doesn't count against customers' monthly data plans.

For more information about AT&T's coverage in New Hampshire or anywhere in the United States, consumers can visit the AT&T Coverage Viewer. Using the online tool, AT&T customers can measure coverage quality from a street address, intersection, ZIP code or even a landmark.

For updates on the AT&T wireless network, please visit the AT&T network news page.

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

** Largest based on company branded and operated hotspots. Access includes AT&T Wi-Fi Basic. A Wi-Fi enabled device required. Other restrictions apply. See http://www.attwifi.com for details and locations.

About AT&T

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

Additional information about AT&T Inc. and the products and services provided by AT&T subsidiaries and affiliates is available at http://www.att.com. This AT&T news release and other announcements are available at http://www.att.com/newsroom and as part of an RSS feed at http://www.att.com/rss. Or follow our news on Twitter at @ATT.

© 2011 AT&T Intellectual Property. All rights reserved. Mobile broadband not available in all areas. AT&T, the AT&T logo and all other marks contained herein are trademarks of AT&T Intellectual Property and/or AT&T affiliated companies. All other marks contained herein are the property of their respective owners.

Cautionary Language Concerning Forward-Looking Statements

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

SOURCE  AT&T Inc.

AT&T Inc.

CONTACT: Susan Baranyi of AT&T Corporate Communications, +1-617-692-0511, sbaranyi@attnews.us

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

AT&T Brings Mobile Broadband Network to Central New Hampshire

Local Wireless Network Upgrade Extends Access to Advanced Products, Services and Applications in Sullivan and Merrimack Counties

SUNAPEE, N.H., March 21, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- AT&T* today announced the expansion of its mobile broadband network in central New Hampshire, extending access for advanced mobile services, devices and feature-rich audio and video content to customers in Sullivan and Merrimack Counties.

AT&T is an industry leader in delivering the benefits of mobile broadband networks, devices and applications. With the nation's fastest mobile broadband network, AT&T provides accelerated mobile data speeds and simultaneous voice and data capabilities for an amazing wireless voice and data experience.

This most recent expansion will enhance wireless coverage for residents, businesses and tourists in Sunapee and surrounding communities, including Claremont, Springfield, New London, Warner, and Newport.

"Demand for wireless bandwidth is growing rapidly, whether it's for sharing video and photos with friends, watching a movie, checking the latest scores, or listening to music on a phone, netbook or other on-the-go devices," said Steve Krom, vice president and general manager, AT&T in New England. "With this expansion, our customers can enjoy the nation's best, most advanced mobile broadband experience with emerging devices and tens of thousands of mobile applications."

AT&T's mobile broadband network is based on the 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) family of technologies that includes GSM and UMTS, the most widely used wireless network platforms in the world. AT&T has the best international coverage of any U.S. wireless provider, providing access to voice service in more than 220 countries and data service in more than 200 countries. AT&T also offers voice and data roaming coverage on more than 135 major cruise ships, as well as mobile broadband services in more than 130 countries.

AT&T also operates the nation's largest Wi-Fi network** with more than 24,000 hotspots in the U.S. and provides access to more than 135,000 hotspots globally through roaming agreements. Most AT&T smartphone customers get access to our entire national Wi-Fi network at no additional cost, and Wi-Fi usage doesn't count against customers' monthly data plans.

For more information about AT&T's coverage in New Hampshire or anywhere in the United States, consumers can visit the AT&T Coverage Viewer. Using the online tool, AT&T customers can measure coverage quality from a street address, intersection, ZIP code or even a landmark.

For updates on the AT&T wireless network, please visit the AT&T network news page.

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

**Largest based on company branded and operated hotspots. Access includes AT&T Wi-Fi Basic. A Wi-Fi enabled device required. Other restrictions apply. See http://www.attwifi.com for details and locations.

About AT&T

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

Additional information about AT&T Inc. and the products and services provided by AT&T subsidiaries and affiliates is available at http://www.att.com. This AT&T news release and other announcements are available at http://www.att.com/newsroom and as part of an RSS feed at http://www.att.com/rss. Or follow our news on Twitter at @ATT.

© 2011 AT&T Intellectual Property. All rights reserved. Mobile broadband not available in all areas. AT&T, the AT&T logo and all other marks contained herein are trademarks of AT&T Intellectual Property and/or AT&T affiliated companies. All other marks contained herein are the property of their respective owners.

Cautionary Language Concerning Forward-Looking Statements

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

SOURCE  AT&T Inc.

AT&T Inc.

CONTACT: Susan Baranyi of AT&T Corporate Communications, +1-617-692-0511, sbaranyi@attnews.us

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

Your New Five-Minute Workout:  Laughter

WORKINGBUG'S 'A SERIES OF UNFORTUNATE PEOPLE' IS GOOD FOR YOUR HEALTH

LOS ANGELES, March 21, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Annoying, self-centered, intrusive, insensitive, psychotic people, we all know them. They're your neighbor, your boss, your hubby or your sister-in-law. Now "A Series of Unfortunate People" makes a comedy out of these special folks in our lives that demand our undivided attention. This new original web series launches today and airs every Monday for eight weeks.

The series creator, WorkingBug.com, a Los Angeles based digital production company, develops, produces and distributes original comedic programming. WorkingBug.com is airing "A Series of Unfortunate People" on DailyMotion, their exclusive partner and one of the largest Web video sites in the world.

"With current technology, we conceive, cast and shoot content at warp speed, then DailyMotion makes the transition to screen fast and seamless," says WorkingBug.com co-creator and series star Leyna Weber.

WorkingBug.com co-creator and director Annie Lukowski adds, "Finding such a robust partner allows us to share this series with everyone. We're all privy to these types of people in our lives, so it's only right that you have instant access to them on your screen, haunting you wherever you go."

Every episode runs a web-friendly five minutes of free comedy video.  The series stars some surprising comedic talents, and ends May 2, 2011 with "Me Me Me". New Orleans Saint Darren Sharper takes a turn as one of the "Unfortunates," and veteran comedian Kym Whitley lights up the screen. Consistent with WorkingBug's online originals, viewers will be able to log onto WorkingBug.com and get instant access to:

    --  Web original, "Road to the Altar," starring Jaleel White (Urkel, "Family
        Matters")
    --  Web original, "Random Comedies"-- with Michael Urie ("Ugly Betty")
    --  In-character Vlogs
    --  Behind-the-scenes footage
    --  Bloopers

"DailyMotion's audience is consistently requesting new, creative content and we jumped at the opportunity to work with such talented content creators," says Joy Marcus, General Manager of DailyMotion, US.

DailyMotion.com's marketing commitment includes regular placement in the homepage carousel, homepage skinning, and a customized series portal.

Check-out the series: http://www.dailymotion.com/SeriesOfUnfortunatePeople

WorkingBug.com

Annie Lukowski and Leyna Juliet Weber's WorkingBug.com is a complete digital production company that creates, produces and distributes original comedic programming. WorkingBug has masterminded an impressive slate of content with Hollywood's up-and-coming and name actors. WorkingBug's raw, provocative and edgy voice draws a wide, varied audience.

SOURCE  WorkingBug.com

WorkingBug.com

CONTACT: Gabriel del Rio of GdR PRoductions, LLC, +1-323-247-8853, gabriel@gdrproductions.com, for WorkingBug.com

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

United States Distance Learning Association Statement on AT&T and T-Mobile Transaction

BOSTON, March 21, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Yesterday, AT&T Inc. and Deutsche Telekom announced AT&T will be purchasing T-Mobile USA for $39 billion, broken down into $25 billion in cash and $14 billion in stock. Under the agreement, Deutsche Telekom will receive approximately 8% ownership of AT&T and will have one of its representatives join the AT&T Board of Directors. This is a transaction with fair price and reasonable non-monetary terms.

Perhaps most importantly, AT&T will be able to commit to an expanded 4G LTE deployment, covering 95% of the U.S. population, which tops earlier projected capabilities of 80%. The optimization available over 4G LTE networks allows voice, data, and wireless broadband to travel at speeds up to 10x faster than traditional networks, which is crucial to maximize distance learning capabilities.

This transaction will also ensure an a additional 46.5 million Americans and 1.2 million square miles are receiving access to wireless broadband technologies, connecting a larger population of potential distance learners to the benefits e-learning affords, from increased access to a diverse set of schools, textbooks, and programs to other connected students, all from the comfort and convenience of their mobile phone.

This transaction will enable more Americans to realize the benefits of distance learning through wireless devices, mobile apps, and other related educational tools and promises to further the cause of the USDLA and help us to accomplish our mission.

About USDLA:

The United States Distance Learning Association is a non-profit organization formed in 1987 and is located in Boston, Massachusetts. USDLA promotes the development and application of distance learning for education and training and serves the needs of the distance learning community by providing advocacy, information, networking and opportunity. Distance education and training constituencies served include pre-k-12 education, higher and continuing education, home schooling, as well as business, corporate, military, government, and telehealth markets.

SOURCE  United States Distance Learning Association

United States Distance Learning Association

CONTACT: Kimberly F. Airasian, ESQ., Director of Corporate and Legal Services of United States Distance Learning Association, kairasian@usdla.org, +1-617-399-1770

VT Miltope and the U.S. Army Roll Out the Maintenance Support Device- Version 3 (MSD-V3)

HOPE HULL, Ala., March 21, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- VT Miltope, a company of VT Systems, Inc. (VT Systems), recently hosted a Rollout Ceremony for the U.S. Army's At-Platform Automatic Test Systems (APATS) Integrated Family of Test Equipment (IFTE) Maintenance Support Device-Version 3 (MSD-V3) program at its company headquarters in Hope Hull, Ala. Over 200 attendees from the MSD-V3 US Army-VT Miltope community as well as local dignitaries attended the ceremony.

The MSD-V3 is being produced under a five-year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. The MSD-V3 is a militarized rugged laptop specifically designed and tested to withstand the harshest of tactical environments and is the Army's newest standard for at-platform maintenance test systems.

Since 1995, VT Miltope has been a major player in the U.S. Army's fielding of more than 40,000 APATS in the IFTE program. MSD-V3 is the physical manifestation of several years of user feedback, requirements, design, and testing efforts by the Army-VT Miltope team. VT Miltope is proud to celebrate this accomplishment with its Army program partners and is excited to fulfill the program requirements of up to 39,000 MSD-V3 systems.

"The MSD-V3 requirements were established through comprehensive collaboration with Army maintainers. The MSD-V3 hardware that we are fielding will improve the soldier's ability to perform their maintenance mission in extreme environmental environments and challenging tactical conditions."

Colonel John S. MYERS, Project Manager, Joint Combat Support Systems

"VT Miltope's workforce enthusiastically embraces the MSD mission and its importance to the U.S. Army. Today we are seeing the culmination of months of dedicated work to design a system that gives the soldier the tools necessary to keep systems in the fight. We are proud to deliver robust test equipment that works in the toughest, harshest environments. Our primary interest is to continue meeting the Army's goal of ensuring mission readiness of systems in the field."

Brigadier General (U.S. Army, Ret) Tom DICKINSON, President and CEO, VT Miltope

VT Miltope, a company of VT Systems, with ISO 9001:2000 certified facilities, is engaged in the design, development, manufacture and testing of rugged computers and computer peripheral equipment for military, industry and commercial applications where reliable operation of the equipment under demanding environmental conditions is of paramount importance. For more than 30 years, VT Miltope's broad range of computers, computer workstations, servers, disk cartridges, printers, mass storage systems and other related products have served defense, government and commercial customers. Please visit http://www.miltope.com.

VT Systems is an engineering company providing integrated solutions to the commercial and government markets in the aerospace, electronics, land systems and marine sectors. VT Systems' innovative solutions, products and services include aircraft maintenance, repair and modification; software solutions in training and simulation; satellite-based IP communications technology; network solutions that integrate data, voice and video; rugged computers and computer peripheral equipment; specialized truck bodies and trailers; weapons and munitions systems; road construction equipment; and ship design and shipbuilding. Headquartered in Alexandria, Va., VT Systems operates globally and is a wholly owned subsidiary of ST Engineering. Please visit http://www.vt-systems.com.

SOURCE  VT Miltope

VT Miltope

CONTACT: Julie Briggs, Vice President, Rugged Systems Development, VT Miltope, +1-334-613-6369, +1-334-613-9651, jbriggs@miltope.com; or Edward Szeto, Manager, Corporate Communications, VT Systems, +1-703-739 2610, Fax: +1-703-739-2611, eszeto@vt-systems.com

Web Site: http://www.vt-systems.com/

New Web Tool Lets Families Decide What They Pay for Any College

As millions receive financial aid award letters, SimpleTuition's free service gives families control over how they pay for ANY college

BOSTON, March 21, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- SimpleTuition, Inc., the leading online destination for services that help families save on college costs, today announced the release of a service that allows the customization of financial aid awards from any college.  The new tool, accessible at SimpleTuition.com, is a quick, easy and free way for students and parents to take real control of college costs.

"One of the most exciting things about this new tool is that it reveals - upfront - an estimated total monthly payment for all borrowing for both the student and parent after graduation," said Kevin Walker, SimpleTuition's co-founder and CEO.  "That monthly payment number is the ultimate determinant of what the family views as 'affordable'.

"Americans make big purchase decisions - such as for homes or cars - on the basis of what the monthly payment will be," continued Walker.  "For most families, college is the second biggest investment after their home, but until now they haven't been able to grasp - in advance - what the resulting monthly payment will be after graduation."

SimpleTuition's new tool goes even further and lets the family adjust their financial aid award in real time to find a monthly payment that works for them.  Most families don't realize that the financial aid award they receive is not set in stone.  Families actually have the power to manipulate many aspects of how they pay for college - they just never had the tools to do so easily.

SimpleTuition's new college cost adjuster tool lets families:

    --  Adjust sources of college funds (such as work-study, cash, scholarships,
        loans, etc) to see in real time how each change will impact the
        student's and family's finances
    --  See the total monthly loan payments expected after graduation for both
        student and parents from all loans covering the multiple years of
        college
    --  View an estimate of the salary the student will need to make after
        graduation to support the expected payments for all student loans
    --  Strike the right balance of family vs. student borrowing using a
        convenient slider to move borrowing responsibility back-and-forth
        between student and family
    --  Determine which schools are affordable by comparing the family's
        customized financial aid awards from up to three schools simultaneously
    --  Download detailed instructions on how to obtain their customized
        financial aid award from their school

"Our aim is to bring transparency to college costs," SimpleTuition's CEO said.  "We want to eliminate the sticker shock too many students experience when they graduate and only then realize what their monthly student loan payments will be."

About SimpleTuition, Inc.

Since its launch in 2006, SimpleTuition has helped more than 10 million families afford higher education.  SimpleTuition.com features tips, advice, interactive tools and deals that ensure students plan better for college costs, pay less for college-related expenses, and be smarter about how they manage and pay back their student loans.  Named Best Financial Services Site by Kiplinger's, SimpleTuition is headquartered in Boston, Mass., and is funded by Atlas Venture, Flybridge Capital Partners, and North Hill Ventures. For more information, visit SimpleTuition.com.

Contact:Jan Jahosky407-331-4699jan@jahosky.com

SOURCE  SimpleTuition, Inc.

SimpleTuition, Inc.

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

Wizcom Introduces the Ultimate Portable Dictionary and Scanning Device, the Quicktionary(R) TS Premium

ROSH HA'AYIN, Israel, March 21, 2011/PRNewswire/ --     Wizcom Technologies, the world's leading producer of portable scanning
pens, has released the Quicktionary(R) TS Premium, a pocket-sized,
user-friendly portable dictionary and scanning device enabling students, and
people working in multilingual environments to translate and define printed
material anytime and anywhere, without disrupting their reading process. The
Quicktionary(R) TS Premium also scans printed text and transfers it to a PC.

    Our products are developed using unique expertise in linguistics and
image processing. We have 'best-of-breed' achievements in the fields of
microelectronics, electro-optics and Optical Character Recognition (OCR)
algorithm engines.

    The product is customizable using the Wizcard, an extension card allowing
for additional content to be added to the Pen, such as dictionaries, OCR
languages and text-to-speech components. Users can easily switch between the
Wizcard and original flash card to take advantage of the wide range of
content available.

    Wizcom is constantly developing new content in an effort to provide text
solutions for a wide variety of languages, including those not previously
addressed by any other device or program. For example our new Hebrew to
Russian and Hebrew to English dictionaries.

    Hebrew is a language with particularly complex grammar, where meaning and
spelling are influenced by a great number of factors. The dictionary combines
modern Hebrew, slang and Biblical language. A further feature is
transliteration of Hebrew into the Latin alphabet.

    CEO Shimon Amouyal stated, "Wizcom's goal is to assist people to improve
their language capabilities. The new Quicktionary(R) TS Premium and the
Wizcard's added functionality will definitely help to achieve these goals."

    The product will be sold worldwide via http://www.wizcomtech.com and
through selected distributors in Europe, the US and Israel.

   
    For further information:
    Wizcom Technologies Ltd.
    Shimon Amouyal
    Phone +972-3-9103330
    shimona@wizcomtech.com

Source: Wizcom Technologies Ltd.

For further information: Wizcom Technologies Ltd., Shimon Amouyal, Phone +972-3-9103330, shimona@wizcomtech.com

ONPATH Releases Enhanced Security and Flexibility Features For HorizON Software

AAA, multi-platform, and broader speed support top the list of new capabilities

MARLTON, N.J., March 21, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- ONPATH Technologies, the leader in scalable connectivity and monitoring solutions for high performance networks, today announced HorizON 2.2, a significant release of its management and monitoring software, offering the industry's highest levels of network intelligence, user simplicity, and system security.

HorizON is a Linux-based server software solution that provides management and monitoring of ONPATH's family of UCS 2900 and 3900 platforms from any local or remote location. The HorizON software securely manages up to 128 separate switches and over 100,000 meshed ports in a single application.  Each port can be individually licensed to support the industry's widest ranges of speeds and protocols, from copper RS-232 to over 100Gbps optical Ethernet, and virtually everything in between.

(Logo:  http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20100927/NY71513LOGO)

The most significant new features of the new HorizON 2.2 release include:

    --  Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting capabilities: providing
        secure remote access with proper role-based control and auditing to
        interoperate with existing corporate management systems such as TACACS+
        and RADIUS

    --  External Red Hat Linux Server: adding the ability to securely manage
        multiple systems from a centralized control system - including a
        redundant server option for enhanced availability

    --  Mixed Platform: enabling the combined management of any mix of 2900 and
        3900 systems, with either port modules, S-Blades or O-Blades, from the
        same dashboard and provisioning screens

    --  New port speeds: adding specific control for OC-48 and OC-192 SONET and
        a completely transparent optical option

    --  Mixed protocol domains: supporting the ability to mix Ethernet, SONET,
        and Fibre Channel on the same electrical or optical switching blade

Additional features included in the HorizON 2.2 release include port flapping logic for cable break simulation, enhanced GUI for simplified use, external Syslog, and cross switch link support between systems.  The 2.2 release also supports ONPATH's new all-optical 96-port O-Blade, also being released today.

"The customer response to last year's release of our HorizON software has been fantastic," said Larry Cantwell, CTO of ONPATH. "Further developing the security and application flexibility advantages was a clear priority to expand our Cyber Security and Network Monitoring applications.   Our industry-exclusive mixed platform and expanded protocol support positions us as the dominant leader for Test Automation and Cloud Networking solutions with a single interface."

ONPATH's UCS family offers scalable physical layer switching systems for high-performance connectivity and monitoring. HorizON software, coupled with the company's UCS product line, adds the highest levels of network intelligence, user simplicity, and system security.

About ONPATH

ONPATH Technologies is the leading provider of scalable connectivity and monitoring solutions for high-performance networks. ONPATH's Universal Connectivity System and HorizON Software deliver an advanced platform that automates and secures data center and test infrastructure to help network managers conserve time, increase utilization, and save money compared to manual patching or complex mesh switching architectures. ONPATH currently has over one million installed ports throughout Fortune 1,000 and Government customers. For more information, visit http://www.onpathtech.com.

SOURCE  ONPATH Technologies

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ONPATH Technologies

CONTACT: Jody Bonocore, +1-609-518-4070, jody.bonocore@onpathtech.com

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

Big Screen, Big Entertainment: HTC and AT&T Introduce the HTC HD7S Smartphone

The HTC HD7S smartphone combines gaming, music and more with a 4.3-inch display to create an entertainment powerhouse

BELLEVUE, Wash., March 21, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- HTC Corporation, a global designer of mobile devices, today announced that the HTC HD7S smartphone will be available as part of the AT&T family of devices in the coming weeks. The slim, sleek HTC HD7S is optimized for high-impact visuals with a large 4.3" high-resolution screen, high-definition video capture and a focus on gaming that realizes the power of Xbox LIVE --bringing gameplay to life. With the HTC HD7S, HTC is bringing its second Windows Phone 7 device to AT&T and, along with the HTC Inspire 4G, now offers two super LCD 4.3" display devices for AT&T customers.

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"Combining Windows Phone 7's integrated entertainment services, including Xbox LIVE and Zune, with the largest screen available on a Windows Phone 7 device as well as outstanding Dolby® Mobile and SRS WOW(TM) audio, the HTC HD7S is the ultimate mobile entertainment device," said Jason Mackenzie, president, HTC Americas. "As an increasingly important part of people's lives, HTC believes in delivering unparalleled choice to the smartphone market. With the announcement of the HTC HD7S, HTC continues to successfully deliver on this promise."

HTC HD7S

The HTC HD7S is an entertainment lover's dream. A 1GHz processor can handle data-intensive applications, while integration with Zune means that users can enjoy not only music, but their favorite videos and movies in cinematic-style on the large 4.3" high-resolution screen and built-in kickstand. For those who refuse to compromise on their mobile gaming experience, the HTC HD7S brings gameplay to life by harnessing the power of Xbox LIVE. For capturing video with incredible quality and detail, the HTC HD7S features a 720p HD camcorder.

Windows Phone 7 delivers a simple, streamlined and integrated experience on the HTC HD7S through Windows Phone Hubs. Windows Phone Hubs bring together a related set of applications, services and content into a single view to simplify common tasks. With the exclusive HTC Hub, HTC is providing a unique series of applications and utilities that include weather and stock applications and a photo enhancer that enables a person to apply special effects before sharing photos with their friends. The unique AT&T U-verse mobile app, which allows U-verse customers to manage their DVR recordings, browse TV listings, and download and watch hit TV shows on the HTC HD7S's extra-large display, is also integrated into the device.

Availability

The HTC HD7S is slated to be available through AT&T in the coming weeks.

About HTC

HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile phone industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit http://www.htc.com.

About AT&T

AT&T Inc. (NYSE: T) is a premier communications holding company. Its subsidiaries and affiliates - AT&T operating companies - are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and around the world. With a powerful array of network resources that includes the nation's fastest mobile broadband network, AT&T is a leading provider of wireless, Wi-Fi, high speed Internet and voice services. A leader in mobile broadband, AT&T also offers the best wireless coverage worldwide, offering the most wireless phones that work in the most countries.  It also offers advanced TV services under the AT&T U-verse® and AT&T | DIRECTV brands. The company's suite of IP-based business communications services is one of the most advanced in the world. In domestic markets, AT&T Advertising Solutions and AT&T Interactive are known for their leadership in local search and advertising. In 2010, AT&T again ranked among the 50 Most Admired Companies by FORTUNE®magazine.  Additional information about AT&T Inc. and the products and services provided by AT&T subsidiaries and affiliates is available at http://www.att.com.

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Traffix Systems Launches Signaling Delivery Controller (SDC), a Single Platform of Diameter Protocol Solutions Enabling Intelligent Contextual Routing and Simplified Control of Signaling

Consolidating Field Proven Diameter Load Balancer, Diameter Gateway and Diameter Router Solutions for Significant Cost Reductions in LTE Networks

ORLANDO, Florida, CTIA Wireless, March 21, 2011/PRNewswire/ --     Traffix Systems, the Diameter control plane experts, today announced the
launch of its Signaling Delivery Controller (SDC), a market-first, single
platform consolidating the company's widely deployed Diameter Gateway,
Diameter Load Balancer and Diameter Router solutions answering telco's needs
for cost-effective connectivity, unlimited scalability and simplified control
in their migration to LTE networks.

    As a single Diameter platform designed with simplified network
architecture, the Traffix SDC enables operators to save up to 70% on OPEX and
CAPEX with a future-proof, end-to-end solution. Operators benefit from higher
mobile data performance and an optimized experience for subscribers. Traffix
SDC offers fully-featured solutions including interoperability of legacy and
next-generation networks, mobile and fixed elements, and all third-party
vendors.

    The Traffix SDC is unique in its design, demonstrating significant added
value from:

    - Patented subscriber context-awareness to extract business intelligence
from real-time signaling

    - Supports over 50 Diameter interfaces over a dozen additional
widely-used protocols such as RADIUS, LDAP, XML, JMS, etc.

    - Management tool for wide visibility into the network for 24/7
troubleshooting

    - Future proof, supports new Diameter standards (e.g. 3588 bis )

    - First fully standard Interworking Function (IWF) for legacy
connectivity and Diameter Edge Agent (DEA) for roaming

    - Runs on Linux and Solaris operating systems and off-the-shelf hardware

    - An easy upgrade for changes in standards

    - Shortened time-to-market of services that have complex charging schemes

    "The additional bandwidth that LTE will bring and its all-IP nature will
only increase the need for operators to harness the scale and complexity of
signaling traffic across mobile broadband networks due to complicated
services and charging schemes," said Joe McGarvey, Principal Analyst at
Current Analysis. "Traffix moving its field-proven Diameter protocol
solutions to a single platform will simplify the migration path to LTE for
telcos and provide operators with a unified approach to intelligently combat
current and future signaling control challenges."

    "Diameter protocol products are critical as operators move to LTE and can
profitably leverage the explosion of mobile data. With Diameter as our focus
since 2005, we are well positioned to take the market lead with our
telco-grade Signaling Delivery Controller," said Ben Volkow, CEO at Traffix
Systems. "Traffix is dedicated to supporting operators with evolutionary
signaling products that enable intelligent and simplified network control,
management and advanced subscriber context awareness for operators to unleash
the full potential of their mobile data."

    Visitors to CTIA are invited to schedule meetings at Booth 1850 or write:
info@traffixsystems.com

    About Traffix Systems

    Traffix Systems are the Diameter control plane experts since 2005.
Traffix leads the control plane market with a range of Diameter products
deployed at over 100 operators worldwide. Traffix supports telecommunications
providers to build high capacity, high performance data networks for a
cost-efficient path to 4G. For more information, visit
http://www.traffixsystems.com/

   
    Susan Becker
    +972-97889283
    susan@traffixsystems.com

Source: Traffix Systems

Susan Becker, ++972-97889283, susan@traffixsystems.com

Traffix Systems Launches Signaling Delivery Controller (SDC), a Single Platform of Diameter Protocol Solutions Enabling Intelligent Contextual Routing and Simplified Control of Signaling

Consolidating Field Proven Diameter Load Balancer, Diameter Gateway and Diameter Router Solutions for Significant Cost Reductions in LTE Networks

ORLANDO, Florida, CTIA Wireless, March 21, 2011/PRNewswire/ --     Traffix Systems, the Diameter control plane experts, today announced the
launch of its Signaling Delivery Controller (SDC), a market-first, single
platform consolidating the company's widely deployed Diameter Gateway,
Diameter Load Balancer and Diameter Router solutions answering telco's needs
for cost-effective connectivity, unlimited scalability and simplified control
in their migration to LTE networks.

    As a single Diameter platform designed with simplified network
architecture, the Traffix SDC enables operators to save up to 70% on OPEX and
CAPEX with a future-proof, end-to-end solution. Operators benefit from higher
mobile data performance and an optimized experience for subscribers. Traffix
SDC offers fully-featured solutions including interoperability of legacy and
next-generation networks, mobile and fixed elements, and all third-party
vendors.

    The Traffix SDC is unique in its design, demonstrating significant added
value from:

    - Patented subscriber context-awareness to extract business intelligence
from real-time signaling

    - Supports over 50 Diameter interfaces over a dozen additional
widely-used protocols such as RADIUS, LDAP, XML, JMS, etc.

    - Management tool for wide visibility into the network for 24/7
troubleshooting

    - Future proof, supports new Diameter standards (e.g. 3588 bis )

    - First fully standard Interworking Function (IWF) for legacy
connectivity and Diameter Edge Agent (DEA) for roaming

    - Runs on Linux and Solaris operating systems and off-the-shelf hardware

    - An easy upgrade for changes in standards

    - Shortened time-to-market of services that have complex charging schemes

    "The additional bandwidth that LTE will bring and its all-IP nature will
only increase the need for operators to harness the scale and complexity of
signaling traffic across mobile broadband networks due to complicated
services and charging schemes," said Joe McGarvey, Principal Analyst at
Current Analysis. "Traffix moving its field-proven Diameter protocol
solutions to a single platform will simplify the migration path to LTE for
telcos and provide operators with a unified approach to intelligently combat
current and future signaling control challenges."

    "Diameter protocol products are critical as operators move to LTE and can
profitably leverage the explosion of mobile data. With Diameter as our focus
since 2005, we are well positioned to take the market lead with our
telco-grade Signaling Delivery Controller," said Ben Volkow, CEO at Traffix
Systems. "Traffix is dedicated to supporting operators with evolutionary
signaling products that enable intelligent and simplified network control,
management and advanced subscriber context awareness for operators to unleash
the full potential of their mobile data."

    Visitors to CTIA are invited to schedule meetings at Booth 1850 or write:
info@traffixsystems.com

    About Traffix Systems

    Traffix Systems are the Diameter control plane experts since 2005.
Traffix leads the control plane market with a range of Diameter products
deployed at over 100 operators worldwide. Traffix supports telecommunications
providers to build high capacity, high performance data networks for a
cost-efficient path to 4G. For more information, visit
http://www.traffixsystems.com/

   
    Susan Becker
    +972-97889283
    susan@traffixsystems.com

Source: Traffix Systems

Susan Becker, ++972-97889283, susan@traffixsystems.com