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Anixter International Inc. Completes the Acquisition of the Assets and Operations of World Class Wire & Cable Inc.

GLENVIEW, Ill., Oct. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Anixter International Inc. , a leading global distributor of communication products, electrical and electronic wire & cable, fasteners and other small parts, today announced that it has completed the purchase of the assets and operations of World Class Wire & Cable Inc. ("World Class"). The company initially announced the execution of a letter of intent to acquire World Class on September 9, 2008.

As previously disclosed, World Class is a valued-added distributor of electrical wire and cable based in Waukesha, Wisconsin, with annualized sales of approximately $60 million. Anixter paid roughly $62 million in cash and assumed trade liabilities for all of the assets and operations of World Class.

About Anixter

Anixter International is a leading global distributor of communication products, electrical and electronic wire & cable, fasteners and other small parts. The company adds value to the distribution process by providing its customers access to 1) innovative inventory management programs, 2) more than 400,000 products and over $1 billion in inventory, 3) 214 warehouses with more than 6 million square feet of space, and 4) locations in 248 cities in 50 countries. Founded in 1957 and headquartered near Chicago, Anixter trades on The New York Stock Exchange under the symbol AXE.

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Additional information about Anixter is available on the Internet at

http://www.anixter.com/

Anixter International

CONTACT: Dennis Letham, Chief Financial Officer of Anixter
International, +1-224-521-8601; or Chris Kettmann of Ashton Partners, Investor
and Media Inquiries, +1-312-553-6716, for Anixter International

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

QTRAX Appoints New Advisory Board Co-Chairmen

NEW YORK, Oct. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- QTRAX, Inc., a division of Brilliant Technologies Corporation (OTC Pink Sheets: BLLN) today announced the appointments of Jay Berman and Larry Gan as Co-Chairmen of its Advisory Board.

"We are indeed very privileged to have both these highly accomplished gentlemen actively involved in guiding us as we prepare for QTRAX's imminent global launch. Jay and Larry both attained influential global leadership positions in the music and business communities respectively," said QTRAX President and CEO Allan Klepfisz.

"After assisting QTRAX over the past year, it is both satisfying and exciting to see its ambitious plans coming to fruition. QTRAX represents a paradigm shift for the music industry," said Berman.

"I am pleased to become involved just prior to QTRAX's debut as a potential industry transformer. QTRAX is focused on becoming the winner in its space and I hope to assist in those endeavors," said Gan.

About Jason "Jay" Berman

Berman is globally recognized as a leader in the expansion of the international markets for American recorded music and in trade agreements addressing copyright and anti-piracy issues. His work has included the passage of both the Copyright and the Enforcement Directives in the European Union, the ratification of the WIPO Copyright Treaty and the creation of worldwide anti-piracy enforcement operations.

In the U.S., Berman successfully led the fight for passage of the Audio Home Recording Act of 1995, the Digital Performance Right in Sound Recordings Act of 1995, helped author the Special 301 provisions in U.S. trade law, and was instrumental in defending the recording industry from censorship attacks in both Congress and state legislatures, first as President and Chief Executive Officer and then Chairman of the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) and then with the industry's international association, International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI).

In London, Berman oversaw the fight to extend copyright protection in international markets for the first time. He also led the campaign against piracy in Asia, the Middle East, Latin America and Eastern Europe. Berman authored special provisions in U.S. trade policy which led to the incorporation of intellectual property protection.

In 1996, President Bill Clinton appointed Berman to serve on the Commission on United States-Pacific Trade and Investment Policy. In addition, Berman served as a member of the U.S. Trade Representative's Service Policy Advisory Committee. His trade related activities culminated in 1997 when President Clinton appointed him as Special Counselor for Trade.

About Dato' Larry Gan

Dato' Larry Gan is a Chartered Accountant and Certified Management Consultant. Gan retired in December 2004 from Accenture, the world's largest management and technology consulting firm. He spent 26 years with the firm, 16 as partner, and had many global leadership roles. Gan was Managing Partner -- Malaysia from 1989 to retirement, Managing Partner -- ASEAN 1993-1996, and Managing Partner -- ASIA 1997-1999. Gan was Managing Partner, Corporate Development, ASIA PACIFIC from 1999-2002, and managed the firm's multi-billion dollar Venture Fund in Asia Pacific.

From 1997-2004, he was a member of the Global Management Council, and sat on the many global management committees governing partner admission, rewards and compensation.

Gan has served on various national consultative bodies, advisory boards of universities and professional associations. He was the Chairman of the Association of Computer Industry Malaysia (PIKOM) and the Vice President of the Association of Asian Oceania Computer Industry organization and is a member of the Ministry of Science and Technology Think Tank, Copyright Tribunal, and The Labuan International Financial Exchange Committee.

About QTRAX

QTRAX (http://www.qtrax.com/) is the world's first legal and free peer-to-peer (P2P) music service. QTRAX showcases an innovative ad-supported delivery model that easily directs revenue back to artists and rights holders. QTRAX is available for both browsing and music downloading now and soon will provide fans with access to a colorful and diverse catalog with millions of high-quality digital music files. Based in New York City, QTRAX is a subsidiary of Brilliant Technologies Corporation (Other OTC: BLLN.PK - News), a publicly traded technology holding company.

Safe Harbor

This announcement contains express or implied forward-looking statements which involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those suggested, including but not limited to risks identified and discussed in company filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. These forward-looking statements are based on information and management's expectations as of the date hereof and future results may differ materially from expectations and the company disclaims any obligation to update them except as required by law.

QTRAX, Inc.

CONTACT: Shamin Abas, +1-212-532-2736 or +1-917-494-9288,
shamin@shaminabaspr.com, for QTRAX, Inc.

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

QTRAX Appoints New Director, EVP Global Strategic Alliances

NEW YORK, Oct. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- QTRAX, Inc., a division of Brilliant Technologies Corporation today announced the appointment of Michael J. Firetti as Director and EVP Global Strategic Alliances.

"We are very pleased to make this appointment," said QTRAX President and CEO Allan Klepfisz. "The increasing depth of Mike's involvement with QTRAX has mirrored our preparedness for a global launch of our groundbreaking product. Mike first became involved with us as an investor about 12 months ago. He soon developed sufficient confidence in our business proposition, product and the management team that he brought in an array of additional investors that, in aggregate, have accounted for a substantial percentage of the funds we have raised to date. In light of Mike's very dedicated and highly enthusiastic efforts we were pleased to offer him a Board position and he accepted without hesitation. Today's appointment will allow Mike to utilize his considerable skills to make a further, 'hands on' contribution to the Company."

"During this same period QTRAX has gone from a promising concept to an impressive functioning product with global reach supported by unique licenses and a superior management team," said Klepfisz.

"The evolution of my involvement with QTRAX has clearly been rapid and reflects my confidence in the Company and market space," said Firetti. "I did not initially intend introducing the opportunity to other investors but as I developed an increasing, more knowledgeable and frankly vocal enthusiasm for the Company's potential, they seemed to gravitate towards QTRAX. The strategic alliance opportunities with QTRAX are limitless, and in my new role, I'm very excited about pursuing each of them with vigor. You often only get one opportunity in a lifetime to be involved in such a big idea with the potential of such a profound and positive effect on an industry."

About Michael J. Firetti

Firetti's diverse professional career spans almost three decades with companies such as Ecolab, Sprint, Cigital, and Computer Associates in addition to owning and managing several entrepreneurial ventures. His executive experience in sales and business development has brought him considerable success in developing and maintaining invaluable relationships with key C-level executives. Firetti is married with two daughters and is a native of Northern Virginia. His hobbies include flying, boating, and exotic cars.

About QTRAX

QTRAX ( http://www.qtrax.com/ ) is the world's first legal and free peer-to-peer (P2P) music service. QTRAX showcases an innovative ad-supported delivery model that easily directs revenue back to artists and rights holders. QTRAX is available for both browsing and music downloading now and soon will provide fans with access to a colorful and diverse catalog with millions of high-quality digital music files. Based in New York City, QTRAX is a subsidiary of Brilliant Technologies Corporation , a publicly traded technology holding company.

Safe Harbor

QTRAX, Inc.

CONTACT: Shamin Abas, +1-212-532-2736 or +1-917-494-9288,
shamin@shaminabaspr.com, for QTRAX

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

HLTH and WebMD Announce Third Quarter Earnings Release Date and Conference Call

ELMWOOD PARK, N.J. and NEW YORK, Oct. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- HLTH Corporation and its approximately 84% owned subsidiary, WebMD Health Corp. , today announced that they will release their respective financial results for the three months ended September 30, 2008 at approximately 4:00 pm (ET) on Thursday, October 30, 2008. The Companies will host a conference call at 4:45 pm (ET) on that day to discuss those results.

Investors can access the call via webcast at http://www.hlth.com/ (in the Investor Relations section) or at http://www.wbmd.com/ (in the Investor Relations section) at that time.

A replay of the call will be available at the same web addresses. About HLTH Corporation

HLTH Corporation owns 84% of WebMD Health Corp. . WebMD is the leading provider of health information services, serving consumers, physicians, healthcare professionals, employers and health plans through its public and private online portals and health-focused publications. HLTH also owns Porex, a developer, manufacturer and distributor of proprietary porous plastic products and components used in healthcare, industrial and consumer applications.

About WebMD

WebMD Health Corp. is the leading provider of health information services, serving consumers, physicians, healthcare professionals, employers and health plans through our public and private online portals and health-focused publications. WebMD Health Corp. is a subsidiary of HLTH Corporation .

All statements contained in this press release, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements. These statements are based on HLTH's and WebMD's current plans and expectations and involve risks and uncertainties, including those described in our SEC filings.

HLTH Corporation; WebMD Health Corp.

CONTACT: Investors: Risa Fisher, +1-201-414-2002, +1-212-624-3817,
rfisher@hlth.com, rfisher@webmd.net, or Media: Jennifer Newman,
+1-212-624-3912, jnewman@hlth.com, jnewman@webmd.net, both of HLTH and WebMD

Web Site: http://www.hlth.com/
http://www.wbmd.com/

General Dynamics Proves Transformational Networking Capabilities Using Small Handheld RadiosSmall Form Fit Joint Tactical Radios exceed expectations in quantitative government field tests

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Oct. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- The General Dynamics C4 Systems Handheld, Manpack and Small Form Fit (HMS) radios have demonstrated their critical networked-communications capabilities in recent government-run Joint Tactical Radio System (JTRS) field tests. The tests have proven the radios' interoperability, range, video transmission and networking abilities. Each of those capabilities is critical to accomplishing the Department of Defense's transformational objectives of increasing connectivity among warfighters and military units.

General Dynamics C4 Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics , is the prime contractor for the JTRS HMS program.

"The results of these tests validate that JTRS HMS will transform the battlefield by bringing secure wideband communications and situational awareness to dismounted soldiers at the front of the fight," said Army COL Daniel Hughes, Ground Domain program manager for the Joint Program Executive Office JTRS.

Characterized by their small, light and power-efficient design, HMS radios work for close-combat tactical communication and are easier for soldiers to carry or wear compared to currently deployed legacy radios. They can also be embedded in new lightweight sensors, robots and unmanned aerial vehicles. The HMS radios all have the same core design but take on different functionality and physical shape depending on the unique mission.

The HMS radios are setting a new standard for meeting battlefield-networking requirements compared to all other available radios. A recent field experiment at Ft. Huachuca, Ariz., for example, featured a 2-channel Manpack HMS radio exceeding a 20-kilometer range requirement test and transmitting voice and data over rugged terrain and rough conditions. The Manpack HMS radio is also part of an ongoing field experiment in Lakehurst, N.J. Using the new, highly-advanced Soldier Radio Waveform to uniquely format information, the Manpack HMS radio successfully has transmitted voice, video, data and messages to 25 nodes simulating soldiers operating within a single network.

The HMS radios also are achieving other key JTRS requirements, such as communicating with existing, widely used Single Channel Ground and Airborne Radio System (SINCGARS) radios, transmitting video while embedded in unmanned aerial vehicles and communicating with radios mounted in mobile ground vehicles.

The JTRS HMS 1-channel radio for ground soldiers, the Small Form Fit - C (SFF-C) Version 1, or "Rifleman Radio," is scheduled for user evaluation by the U.S. Army's Evaluation Task Force at Fort Bliss, Texas, next month.

General Dynamics will demonstrate the HMS radios' networking capability at the Association of the United States Army Conference in Washington, D.C. in early October.

General Dynamics C4 Systems is a leading integrator of secure communication and information systems and technology. With more than 10,000 employees worldwide, the company specializes in command and control, communications networking, computing and information assurance for defense, government and select commercial customers in the United States and abroad.

General Dynamics, headquartered in Falls Church, Va., employs approximately 84,600 people worldwide and anticipates 2008 revenues of approximately $29.5 billion. The company is a market leader in business aviation; land and expeditionary combat systems, armaments and munitions; shipbuilding and marine systems; and information systems and technologies. More information about the company is available on the Internet at http://www.generaldynamics.com/.

General Dynamics C4 Systems

CONTACT: Fran Jacques of General Dynamics C4 Systems, +1-480-441-2885,
Cell: +1-480-586-1886, Fran.Jacques@gdc4s.com

Web site: http://www.gdc4s.com/
http://www.generaldynamics.com/

comScore Will Report Third Quarter 2008 Financial Results on October 30, 2008

RESTON, Va., Oct. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- comScore, Inc. , will report financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2008 in a live conference call on Thursday, October 30 at 4:30 p.m. ET.

(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20080115/COMSCORELOGO)

Dr. Magid Abraham, President and Chief Executive Officer, and John Green, Chief Financial Officer, will provide commentary on the company's results at that time.

Dial-in information for the call will be released at a later date. About comScore

comScore, Inc. is a global leader in measuring the digital world and preferred source of digital marketing intelligence. In an independent survey of 800 of the most influential publishers, advertising agencies and advertisers conducted by William Blair & Company in July 2008, comScore was rated the 'most preferred online audience measurement service' by 54% of respondents, a full 20 points ahead of its nearest competitor. comScore's capabilities are based on a massive, global cross-section of approximately 2 million Internet users who have given comScore permission to confidentially capture their browsing and transaction behavior, including online and offline purchasing. comScore panelists also participate in survey research that gathers and integrates their attitudes and intentions. Using its proprietary technology, comScore measures what matters across a broad spectrum of digital behavior and attitudes, helping clients design more powerful marketing strategies that deliver superior ROI. With its recent acquisition of M:Metrics, comScore is also a leading source of data on mobile usage. comScore services are used by more than 1,100 clients, including global leaders such as AOL, Microsoft, Yahoo!, BBC, Carat, Cyworld, Deutsche Bank, France Telecom, Best Buy, The Newspaper Association of America, Financial Times, ESPN, Fox Sports, Nestle, Starcom, Universal McCann, the United States Postal Service, the University of Chicago, Verizon Services Group and ViaMichelin. For more information, please visit http://www.comscore.com/.

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CONTACT: Andrew Lipsman of comScore, Inc., +1-312-775-6510,
press@comscore.com

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

Next Inning Technology Updates Outlooks for SanDisk, Cypress Semiconductor, Altera, and Xilinx

PRINCETON, N.J., Oct. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Next Inning Technology Research (http://www.nextinning.com/), a subscription service focused on semiconductor and technology stocks, announced it has updated outlooks for SanDisk , Cypress Semiconductor , Altera , and Xilinx .

In his extensive August 22nd Strategy Review, Next Inning Editor Paul McWilliams not only predicted the decline we've endured during the last three weeks, he also described the catalysts. On September 17th while stocks were busy setting new lows, he encouraged readers to accumulate shares and predicted prices would rebound on 9/18. To learn which tech stocks McWilliams thinks investors should consider buying now and to receive a free copy of our exclusive quarterly State of Tech series that will be published during the next three weeks, please accept our invitation to enjoy a complimentary 21-day Next Inning test drive by visiting the following link.

https://www.nextinning.com/subscribe/index.php?refer=prn719

In his State of Tech report covering Digital Semiconductors, McWilliams wrote: "While the pricing structure we're seeing in NAND Flash markets today has cut income statements to shreds, it is also cutting a path to new applications that are significantly larger than all the applications served by NAND Flash today. Samsung sees this situation and has offered SanDisk $26 per share..."

McWilliams also looks at these topics:

-- What is McWilliams' view of Samsung's offer for SanDisk? Does he recommend that investors use it as an opportunity to take profits?

-- Now that Cypress has spun off SunPower, what is McWilliams' view of how Cypress will fare going forward?

-- Is 2008 likely to be a tipping point for programmable logic? What are McWilliams' accumulation targets for Altera and Xilinx?

Founded in September 2002, Next Inning's model portfolio has returned 201% since its inception versus 57% for the Nasdaq.

About Next Inning:

Next Inning is a subscription financial newsletter focused on technology stocks. Editor Paul McWilliams is a 20+-year industry veteran.

NOTE: This release was published by Indie Research Advisors, LLC, a registered investment advisor with CRD #131926. Interested parties may visit adviserinfo.sec.gov for additional information. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Investors should always research companies and securities before making any investments. Nothing herein should be construed as an offer or solicitation to buy or sell any security.

CONTACT: Marcie Martin, Next Inning Technology Research, +1-888-278-5515

Indie Research Advisors, LLC

CONTACT: Marcie Martin, Next Inning Technology Research,
+1-888-278-5515

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Securus Technologies, Inc. Completes Debt Refinancing

DALLAS, Oct. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Securus Technologies, a leading provider of inmate communication services and innovative offender and case management software design, announced that it has completed the refinancing of its $40 million dollar revolving credit facility with Wells Fargo Foothill, part of Wells Fargo & Company. The refinancing extended the maturity of the company's revolver and expanded cash availability.

William D. Markert, Chief Financial Officer of Securus Technologies stated, "I'm very pleased with this result, especially given the current difficulties in the financing markets. Wells Fargo Foothill did an excellent job getting to know our business and understanding our business needs. This financing shows a significant amount of confidence in our business model and in our execution."

About Securus Technologies, Inc.

Securus Technologies, Inc. is one of the largest suppliers of inmate communications and information management solutions, serving approximately 2,600 correctional facilities nationwide. A recognized leader in providing comprehensive, innovative technical solutions and responsive customer service, Securus' sole focus is the specialized needs of the corrections and law enforcement communities. Securus is headquartered in Dallas, TX, with regional offices in Bedford, MA; Raleigh, NC; Carrollton and Allen, TX; and Atlanta, GA. For more information please visit the Securus website at http://www.securustech.net/.

Syscon Holdings, Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Securus, is a world leader in innovative Offender and Case Management Software design and delivery. Syscon's Elite and Exact systems offer management functionality from booking and legal documentation through trust accounting, commissary, and medical records to the management of parole and other forms of community supervision. Syscon's systems have been implemented in many States and large Counties across North America, in Australia and in England. Syscon solutions help manage more than 300,000 inmates and former inmates every day. For more information about Syscon, please visit http://www.syscon.net/.

Special Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

The foregoing release contains statements that are forward-looking within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Such forward-looking statements are only predictions and are not guarantees of future performance. Investors are cautioned that any such forward-looking statements are and will be, as the case may be, subject to many risks, uncertainties and factors relating to the operations and business environment of Securus Technologies, Inc. that may cause the actual results to be materially different from any future results expressed or implied in such forward-looking statements. Securus assumes no obligation to update the information contained in this press release.

Securus Technologies, Inc.

CONTACT: investor relations, William D. Markert, Chief Financial
Officer, +1-972-277-0690, or media, James S. Sidler, Sr. Director Marketing,
Communications & Research, +1-972-277-0340, both of Securus Technologies,
Inc.

Web site: http://www.securustech.net/
http://www.syscon.net/

Grâce au prix décerné par la GCN, le SuperServer de Supermicro accède au rang de premier serveur Web en devançant HP, Dell et Fujitsu

SAN JOSÃ‰, Californie, October 3 /PRNewswire/ --

Super Micro Computer, Inc. (Nasdaq : SMCI), l'une des entreprises leader en matière de solutions à hautes performances et optimisées de serveurs d'applications, a annoncé aujourd'hui que son SuperServer 6015W-NTR avait obtenu, suite aux tests effectués en laboratoire par le magazine GCN (Government Computer News), la première place, en devançant les produits de ses concurrents HP, Dell et Fujitsu. Le SuperServer 6015W-NTR de Supermicro est l'unique serveur à avoir fait un sans faute et à se montrer bien meilleur par rapport à ses concurrents à la fois en termes de performances et d'utilité.

<< Le magazine GCN a estimé que notre SuperServer 6015W-NTR offrait la meilleure solution de serveur Web, grâce à ses meilleures performances, à sa facilité de déploiement et d'utilisation, et parce qu'il constitue le meilleur produit de qualité présent sur le marché, >> a déclaré Charles Liang, Président Directeur Général et Président de Supermicro. << Les conceptions avancées de nos serveurs s'imposent de plus en plus et remportent de plus en plus de prix. Par le passé, nous avons remporté le prix Best Server Innovation décerné par Intel pour notre produit 1U Twin(TM) qui propose des noeuds bi-processeurs (DP, Dual-Processor) dans un facteur de forme IU standard, et cette année, notre SuperBlade(R) a gagné à la fois le prix CRN Test Center Recommended, et obtenu ensuite la première place lors du face à face avec IBM et Dell organisé par la revue très spécialisée CRN (Computer Reseller News). >>

<< Le Superserver SYS-6015W-NTRB est un serveur rackable 1U performant, à un prix très attractif. Ses remarquables performances et ses caractéristiques en font le produit par excellence. >> GCN déclare que, << avec ses très bonnes performances Web, ses facilités d'accessibilités aux slots d'extensions de périphériques, ses 4 emplacements de disques durs extractibles ainsi que son prix ont permis de remporter le prix du << reviewer's choice >> (choix de revue). >>

Le SuperServer SYS-6015W-NTR est équipé d'une carte mère Supermicro X7DWU supportant deux processeurs Intel Quad-Core Xeon avec une vitesse de fréquence bus jusqu'à 1600MHz. Optimisé comme serveur WEB, ses caractéristiques reposent sur une architecture (UIO) pouvant supporter 3 cartes additionnelles au format 1U. Il possède également 8 slots mémoires (maximum 64GB DDR2 1.8-V ou 1.5-V). De plus, il intègre 4 emplacements de disques durs extractibles 3.5'',une alimentation redondante 650W de haute efficacité ainsi que 2 ports réseaux Gigabit Ethernet et une option USB/COM en face avant.

L'offre Supermicro se complète avec le serveur 1025C-URB qui supporte 8 disques durs 2.5'' extractibles délivrant une meilleure performance de stockage en consommation réduite. Les caractéristiques de ce serveur 1025C-URB s'appuient sur une flexibilité d'architecture (UIO) donnant la possibilité d'un équipement Infiniband , SAS RAID 5 et carte Ethernet 10GB , l'ensemble pouvant supporter jusqu'à 3 cartes additionnelles au format 1U.

Vous pouvez lire l'article dans sa totalité sur le site : http://www.gcn.com/print/27_24/47241-1.html . Pour plus d'informations sur la gamme complète des solutions serveurs de Supermicro, rendez-vous sur www.Supermicro.com .

Concernant Supermicro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ : SMCI)

Supermicro s'est concentré sur la conception de produits au design supérieur et sur la mise en place d'un contrôle qualité rigoureux afin de produire des cartes mères, châssis et serveurs de haute gamme. Ses modules de serveurs apportent des bénéfices dans de nombreux domaines, incluant des centres de bases de données, des calculs intensifs, des stations graphiques de haut niveau, de stockage et installations de serveurs. Pour plus d'informations sur la gamme complète des cartes-mères, superserveurs et châssis Supermicro, veuillez consulter le site www.supermicro.com ou écrire à l'adresse suivante : marketing@supermicro.com ou encore téléphoner au +1-408-503-8000, ligne standard du siège Supermicro à San Jose CA USA.

SMCI-F

Supermicro et les solutions de modules de serveurs Supermicro sont des marques déposées. D'autres noms et marques sont la propriété de leur possesseur respectif.

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

Super Micro Computer, Inc.

Michael Kalodrich de Super Micro Computer, Inc., +1-408-503-8063, MichaelK@supermicro.com

New Direction Christian Church Wins Verizon Wireless' How Sweet The Sound Contest and Named Best Church Choir in Memphis for Second Consecutive YearAward-Winning Gospel Artists Donald Lawrence, Marvin Sapp and Hezekiah Walker Hosted and Judged the EventNew Direction Now Qualified to Compete in National How Sweet The Sound Tour Finale in Atlanta for Up to $30,000 and Best Choir in America Title

MEMPHIS, Tenn., Oct. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- New Direction Christian Church was named overall best church choir in Memphis during the regional competition of Verizon Wireless' How Sweet The Sound(SM) tour, held on Oct. 2 at the FedExForum. New Direction will advance to perform in the grand finale on Nov. 8 in Atlanta to compete for a cash prize of up to $30,000 and the title of best church choir in America.

(Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20081003/NY36843 ) The Memphis semi-finalist winners include: -- V CAST People's Choice Award: New Direction Christian Church -- Small Category Winner: Mount Vernon Baptist Church -- Large Category Winner: New Direction Christian Church

In an effort to celebrate the genre of gospel and church choir music, Verizon Wireless hosted the country's first How Sweet The Sound event in Memphis in 2007, with New Direction Christian Church earning the top prize as "Best Large Congregation" and "Overall Grand Prize" winner at the inaugural event. Verizon Wireless decided to expand the How Sweet The Sound event in 2008 into 10 additional cities (Atlanta; Chicago; Detroit; Houston; Los Angeles; Newark, N.J.; Oakland, Calif.; Philadelphia; St. Louis and Washington, D.C.). Semi-finalists in each city will perform live on stage for the chance to win $10,000 for their congregation and the title of the best church choir in each city. Winners from each market will then compete in a national grand finale on Nov. 8 at the Philips Arena in Atlanta for a cash prize of up to $30,000 and the title of best church choir in America.

Memphis is the eighth stop along the How Sweet The Sound tour. At the grand finale event in Atlanta, the overall semi-finalist winners from 11 cities will compete for the grand prize. GRAMMY(R)-winning songwriter, producer, arranger and music director, Donald Lawrence, serves as tour emcee and, at the finale, he will be joined by Marvin Sapp, Hezekiah Walker and other guest celebrity judges.

Verizon Wireless' How Sweet The Sound tour continues in the following U.S. cities:

-- October 6: Houston (Toyota Center) -- October 10: Oakland, Calif. (ORACLE Arena) -- October 13: Los Angeles (LA Memorial Sports Arena) -- November 8: How Sweet The Sound Finale Concert in Atlanta (Philips Arena)

Music fans planning to watch their favorite choirs compete during this event are encouraged to bring their no-longer-used wireless phones and donate them to the Verizon Wireless HopeLine(R) program. Phones will be collected at booths set up at different locations throughout the concert venues.

HopeLine is Verizon Wireless' exclusive phone recycling and reuse program that collects no-longer-used wireless phones, batteries and accessories in any condition from any wireless service provider to benefit victims of domestic violence. Proceeds from the HopeLine program are used to provide wireless phones and cash grants to local shelters and non-profit organizations that focus on domestic violence prevention and awareness. Since 2001, HopeLine has collected more than 5.3 million phones and awarded more than $5.6 million in cash grants to domestic violence agencies and organizations throughout the country.

Those who cannot make it to the show can drop off their used wireless phones, batteries and accessories at any Verizon Wireless Communications Store at any time of the year.

For more information about Verizon Wireless and the HopeLine program, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com/hopeline. For more information about How Sweet The Sound, visit http://www.howsweetthesound.com/.

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's most reliable wireless voice and data network, serving 68.7 million customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with 70,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications and Vodafone (NYSE and LSE: VOD). For more information, go to: http://www.verizonwireless.com/. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.

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Audiovox Corporation Sets Date For Its Fiscal 2009 Second Quarter and Six Months Results and Conference Call

HAUPPAUGE, N.Y., Oct. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Audiovox Corporation , today announced that it will be reporting its fiscal 2009 second quarter and six months results for the period ended August 31, 2008 on Friday, October 10, 2008 pre-market open. The Company also disclosed that it will be hosting a conference call and webcast on Friday, October 10, 2008 at 10 a.m. Eastern.

Conference Call Information Toll-free call-in number: (866) 800-8649 International call-in number: (617) 614-2703 Participant pass code: 60993190

Interested parties can also participate on the webcast by visiting the Audiovox website at http://www.audiovox.com/ and clicking on "Investor Relations".

For those who will be unable to participate, a webcast and teleconference replay will be available approximately one hour after the completion of the call.

Replay Information Replay Number: (888) 286-8010 International replay number: (617) 801-6888 Access code: 66106140 About Audiovox

Audiovox is a recognized leader in the marketing of automotive entertainment, vehicle security and remote start systems, consumer electronics products and consumer electronics accessories. The company is number one in mobile video and places in the top ten of almost every category that it sells. Among the lines marketed by Audiovox are its mobile electronics products including mobile video systems, auto sound systems including satellite radio, vehicle security and remote start systems; consumer electronics products such as MP3 players, digital camcorders, DVRs, clock radios, portable DVD players, portable GPS, flat-panel TV's, extended range two-way radios, multi media products like digital picture frames and home and portable stereos; consumer electronics accessories such as indoor/outdoor antennas, connectivity products, headphones, speakers, wireless solutions, remote controls, power & surge protectors and media cleaning & storage devices; Energizer-branded products for rechargeable batteries and battery packs for camcorders, cordless phones, digital cameras and DVD players, as well as for power supply systems, automatic voltage regulators and surge protectors. The company markets its products through an extensive distribution network that includes power retailers, 12-volt specialists, mass merchandisers and an OE sales group. The company markets products under the Audiovox, RCA, Jensen, Acoustic Research, Energizer, Advent, Code Alarm, TERK, Prestige and SURFACE brands. For additional information, visit our web site at http://www.audiovox.com/.

Safe Harbor Statement

Except for historical information contained herein, statements made in this release that would constitute forward-looking statements may involve certain risks and uncertainties. All forward-looking statements made in this release are based on currently available information and the Company assumes no responsibility to update any such forward-looking statement. The following factors, among others, may cause actual results to differ materially from the results suggested in the forward-looking statements. The factors include, but are not limited to, risks that may result from changes in the Company's business operations; our ability to keep pace with technological advances; significant competition in the mobile and consumer electronics businesses as well as the wireless business; our relationships with key suppliers and customers; quality and consumer acceptance of newly introduced products; market volatility; non-availability of product; excess inventory; price and product competition; new product introductions; the possibility that the review of our prior filings by the SEC may result in changes to our financial statements; and the possibility that stockholders or regulatory authorities may initiate proceedings against Audiovox and/or our officers and directors as a result of any restatements. Risk factors associated with our business, including some of the facts set forth herein, are detailed in the Company's Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended February 29, 2008 and Form 10-Q for the fiscal first quarter ended May 31, 2008.

Investor Relations Contact: Glenn Wiener, GW Communications (212) 786-6011 or gwiener@GWCco.com

Audiovox Corporation

CONTACT: Investor Relations Contact, Glenn Wiener, GW Communications,
+1-212-786-6011, or gwiener@GWCco.com

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

RealNetworks Announces Support for WiiWareBoingz to soon be available as Real's first WiiWare title

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- From Nintendo's Fall Media Summit, digital entertainment services provider RealNetworks(R), Inc. today announced Boingz, its first WiiWare(TM) game for the Wii(TM). Designed specifically for the Wii platform and its unique motion controls, Boingz will be available exclusively on WiiWare soon. Marking Real's entrance into the console market, the game will be shown for the first time today at Nintendo's Fall Media Summit.

"We are thrilled at Nintendo's ability to continue bringing countless new fans to casual games with the Wii," said Matt Turetzky, vice president of content and non-PC platforms in the Games Division of RealNetworks. "With the launch of Boingz, we are taking our casual games to living room consoles for the first time and taking advantage of the unique game play capabilities of the system to craft a casual experience targeted specifically for Wii gamers."

Developed by the award-winning studio NinjaBee and published by Real, Boingz introduces players to bendy, stretchy little critters who've found themselves scattered about an alien world. Players must help the Boingz free the rest of their friends and find their way back home by solving a series of addicting, mind-bending puzzles across thirty levels of fun. Using the Wii Remote(TM) to grab, stretch and fling the rubber-band bodies of the Boingz, players direct the team one by one to bounce around the environments, traverse the seas and even build bridges with their own bodies. Created exclusively for WiiWare, the single-player world of Boingz is a surreal, colorful landscape that will entertain players of all ages.

"Working with RealNetworks has allowed us to branch out to Nintendo's Wii and create an innovative new IP with awesome physics and fantastic visuals," said Steve Taylor, President of NinjaBee. "While we are best known for our collection of titles on other platforms, Nintendo's WiiWare will bring to life a game that we have wanted to make for a long time and believe fans will truly enjoy."

RealNetworks' Games Division is a leader in the casual games industry worldwide, with a vertically integrated development, publishing, licensing, distribution and retail business. Casual games are family friendly and easy-to-learn but often difficult to master. In addition to WiiWare, Wii and the Nintendo DS(TM), RealNetworks offers titles for the PC, Mac, and a variety of mobile handsets and portable gaming devices.

"Boingz" will be available soon for download via WiiWare. WiiWare games can be found in the Wii Shop Channel. For more information, go to: http://www.gamehouse.com/wii/.

RNWK-G ABOUT REALNETWORKS

RealNetworks, Inc. delivers digital entertainment services to consumers via PC, portable music player, home entertainment system and mobile phone. Real created the streaming media category in 1995 and has continued to lead the market with pioneering products and services, including: RealPlayer(R), the first mainstream media player to enable one-click downloading and recording of Internet video; the award-winning Rhapsody(R) digital music service, which delivers more than 1 billion songs per year; RealArcade(R), one of the largest casual games destinations on the Web; and a variety of mobile entertainment services, such as ringback tones, offered to consumers through leading wireless carriers around the world. RealNetworks' corporate information is located at http://www.realnetworks.com/company.

ABOUT WAHOO/NINJABEE

Wahoo Studios has been developing and publishing fun, quality games since 2001. NinjaBee, Wahoo Studios' independent division, began developing games in 2004. With every game they make, NinjaBee's goal is to create a unique, top-quality, fun experience for people of all ages. Their titles include Outpost Kaloki X, Band of Bugs, Cloning Clyde and the upcoming A Kingdom for Keflings.

RealNetworks, GameHouse, RealArcade, Rhapsody and RealPlayer are registered trademarks of RealNetworks, Inc. or its wholly owned subsidiary.

Nintendo, Nintendo DS and Wii are trademarks of Nintendo. Nintendo trademarks used under license. WiiWare is available only through the Wii console.

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CONTACT: Tiffany Dunning of RealNetworks, +1-206-892-6733,
tdunning@real.com; or Bailey Locke of SHIFT Communications, +1-415-591-8457,
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AT&T Celebrates California Arts DayCompany donates $500,000 in artwork to community organizations across the state

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- AT&T California today announced donations of artwork from its collection to nonprofit organizations across California in celebration of California Arts Day which is today, October 3rd.

AT&T has a long history of community involvement and philanthropic contributions, which includes support for the arts. This year, the company is donating select paintings, sculptures and other artwork from its collection to community partners and non-profit organizations across California.

"Up close and personal, art communicates and demonstrates how a culture defines and expresses itself -- and almost always with intense passion and skill," said Ken McNeely, President, AT&T California. "As a company in the business of communication, it's that passion, combined with skill and talent that we respect so much in the artist and their craft. We want to make sure that these wonderful works of art from our collection are available for the community to experience, discuss, and enjoy. We're proud to honor California Arts Day and help celebrate creative expression and diversity in our communities."

"California Arts Day is the perfect time for AT&T to make this announcement," said Muriel Johnson, Director of the California Arts Council. "Our thanks to the company for this donation, and helping to make art more accessible to the people of California."

Donated works of art include contemporary pieces from such well known artists as Elmer Bischoff, Kikuo Saito, Richard Serra, Terry Adkins and Charles Arnoldi.

California organizations receiving art donations from AT&T's collection include:

-- Bakersfield Museum of Art -- Billy De Frank LGBT Community Center, San Jose -- Center for Accessible Technology, Berkeley -- CHARO, Los Angeles -- Fresno Art Museum -- Greater Los Angeles African American Chamber of Commerce -- Kimochi, Inc., San Francisco -- Los Angeles Urban League -- Monterey County NAACP -- Museum of the African Diaspora, San Francisco -- San Diego LGBT Community Center -- San Francisco LGBT Community Center -- World Institute on Disability, Oakland

Two important works by acclaimed contemporary artists Barbara Rogers and Jennifer Bartlett have already been presented to the Crocker Art Museum in Sacramento.

About Philanthropy at AT&T

AT&T Inc. is committed to advancing education, strengthening communities and improving lives. Through its philanthropic initiatives and partnerships, AT&T supports projects that create learning opportunities; promote academic and economic achievement; and address community needs. In 2007, AT&T contributed more than $164 million through corporate-, employee- and AT&T Foundation-giving programs. AT&T and the AT&T Foundation, the corporate philanthropy organization of AT&T, combine more than $1.9 billion of historic charitable commitment to communities across the country.

About AT&T

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

AT&T Inc.

CONTACT: H. Gordon Diamond of AT&T Inc., +1-415-778-1230,
hgdiamond@att.com

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

Alcatel-Lucent Develops More Efficient Distribution Models for International Energy SuppliersInteractive electronic networking helps energy suppliers better manage supply and demand

PARIS, Oct. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Alcatel-Lucent (Euronext Paris and NYSE: ALU) is leveraging its innovation strengths, skills and expertise to the energy sector in a series of initiatives discussed at the Next Generation Utilities conference, which took place this week in Evian, France. Globally, energy utilities are coming under increased pressure on the way in which they manage the supply and demand of energy, as the energy prices increase and end users demand greater conservation measures.

Taking an active role in helping energy suppliers better manage their supply chain, Alcatel-Lucent is already working with a number of major energy suppliers on delivering smart grids -- networks that provide enhanced visibility of energy flows, more granular control of energy, pro-active real-time monitoring and enabling rapid and accurate reaction to disruption of supply when it occurs.

Francois Loubry, Vice President of Energy in Alcatel-Lucent's Services business, told the conference that the move to a distributed generation of supply was being encouraged by increased regulatory emphasis for renewable energy. Changing patterns in energy demand also are fostering the movement.

This is happening against a background of less flexible infrastructure, in an industry where pipelines and supply networks lifecycles are measured in decades, while rapid changes in communications and IT are happening in months. Traditional energy networks are hierarchical and designed for a one-way flow of energy -- not taking into account the development of renewable supplies generated closer to the end user. But rapid implementation of new infrastructure is not feasible because of the nature of energy networks.

"Smart grids, or intelligent energy networks, are all about maximizing asset efficiencies and control right down to the individual consumer. The goal is to increase efficient energy use and better manage supply to meet demand," Loubry told the conference.

Alcatel-Lucent's unrivalled experience in the provision of next-generation fixed and mobile telecommunications infrastructure means it is ideally placed to leverage these skills and innovations to develop unique solutions to help energy suppliers meet their challenges.

To deliver more accurate data on consumption and supply, efficient IT systems and communications are now priorities for energy suppliers. Alcatel-Lucent has already engaged with a number of major suppliers in creating smart grids.

Alcatel-Lucent is also focusing research and development resources into new methods of energy distribution that address the major environmental issues facing the world.

The company is a key partner in a European Commission co-funded project (within the EU 7th Framework Program) for the research and technical development of smart grids -- the new generation of electronic interactive networks. The ADDRESS project (Active Distribution networks with full integration of Demand and distributed energy RESourceS) is co-coordinated by Enel Distribuzione, the main energy distributor in Italy, and 24 other partners from the energy sector, industrial and domestic electricity technology and ICT market, universities and European research institutes.

The project aims at developing the best technical and economic solutions to enable consumers to interact with the power system market. This "Active Demand" solution means real time interaction, with the energy network, based on price and volume signals. This interaction will promote the exploitation of sources of renewable energy and the development of a distributed generation model.

Alcatel-Lucent is also engaged in a smart metering trial with T-Systems, a division of Deutsche Telekom, in the German town of Friedrichshafen, a T-City project. Around 700 homes will be equipped with state-of-the-art metering systems that will enable accurate measurement of real-time energy consumption of electricity and gas, enabling greater control and planning of energy supply to these consumers.

About Alcatel-Lucent

Alcatel-Lucent (Euronext Paris and NYSE: ALU) provides solutions that enable service providers, enterprises and governments worldwide, to deliver voice, data and video communication services to end-users. As a leader in fixed, mobile and converged broadband networking, IP technologies, applications and services, Alcatel-Lucent offers the end-to-end solutions that enable compelling communications services for people at home, at work and on the move. With operations in more than 130 countries, Alcatel-Lucent is a local partner with global reach. The company has the most experienced global services team in the industry, and one of the largest research, technology and innovation organizations in the telecommunications industry. Alcatel-Lucent achieved revenues of Euro 17.8 billion in 2007 and is incorporated in France, with executive offices located in Paris. For more information, visit Alcatel-Lucent on the Internet: http://www.alcatel-lucent.com/

Alcatel-Lucent

CONTACT: Press: Regine Coqueran, +33(0)1-40-76-49-24,
regine.coqueran@alcatel-lucent.com, Mark Burnworth, +32(0)3-240 3881,
mark.burnworth@alcatel-lucent.com, or Investor Relations: Remi Thomas,
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Le gouvernement portugais et Microsoft s'associent dans le cadre d'un accord visant à rendre l'informatique abordable pour les écoliers

PORTO SALVO, Portugal, October 3 /PRNewswire/ --

- Jose Socrates, le Premier ministre portugais, et Steve Ballmer, PDG de Microsoft, soutiennent l'initiative Magellan dans le but d'atteindre les objectifs des gouvernements et des citoyens en matière d'éducation et de technologie.

Le gouvernement du Portugal et Microsoft Corp. ont signé aujourd'hui un accord visant à accélérer l'adoption de la technologie dans le milieu de l'éducation grâce au lancement international de la Suite d'apprentissage Magellan de Microsoft. Microsoft a mis au point une suite complète de logiciels, de formations, de contenus, de services et de soutien pour le Magellan, un ordinateur portable abordable fabriqué au Portugal et destiné aux élèves des niveaux primaire et secondaire, avec pour objectif le soutien du programme << e-Escolinhas >> lancé par le gouvernement portugais.

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Le Premier ministre portugais Jose Socrates et le PDG de Microsoft Steve Ballmer ont annoncé que Microsoft investirait une somme considérable dans l'initiative Magellan par le biais du programme Potentiel illimité de Microsoft, qui incarne l'engagement de Microsoft envers une technologie plus abordable, pertinente et accessible pour les 5 milliards d'habitants de la planète qui n'en profitent pas encore. Le lancement de la Suite d'apprentissage Magellan de Microsoft se fonde sur la participation et l'expertise du gouvernement portugais et du secteur technologique, notamment de Carlos Zorrinho, coordinateur du Projet technologique au Portugal. Le Projet technologique est une vaste initiative du gouvernement pour offrir les technologies les plus récentes aux Portugais afin d'encourager leur participation active à une économie fondée sur les connaissances.

Selon Jose Socrates, Premier ministre du Portugal, << Avec l'ordinateur Magellan et la mise en oeuvre massive des technologies de l'information dans le système d'éducation portugais, une génération entière sera en mesure d'acquérir d'excellentes compétences en anglais et en technologies de l'information pour la première fois. Cette nouvelle génération sera mieux préparée et plus à mÃªme de contribuer à la modernisation et au développement du Portugal. En outre, l'initiative Magellan permettra au PC de faire sa première apparition dans nombre de foyers, ce qui aura également un impact considérable sur l'élimination de l'info-exclusion en général. >>

<< Si les élèves peuvent accéder à de nouvelles opportunités technologiques et éducatives, cela leur permettra d'Ãªtre parfaitement à l'aise dans une économie fondée sur les connaissances - et il s'agit là d'une composante essentielle à la réussite future de chaque communauté >>, a déclaré M. Ballmer. << Nous sommes à la fois heureux et honorés de nous joindre au gouvernement portugais et à d'autres organismes dans le cadre de l'initiative Magellan. Notre collaboration a pour objectif de rendre les technologies plus pertinentes tout en étant plus accessibles et abordables pour les élèves du Portugal et du monde entier. >>

Outre les efforts déployés pour proposer des solutions informatiques rentables aux élèves et aux enseignants partout dans le monde, Microsoft offre également une gamme complète de solutions, de programmes et de produits technologiques éducatifs par le biais de ses initiatives Partnerships for Technology Access (PTA) et Partners in Learning. En effet, plus de 1,5 million de citoyens dans le monde entier ont pu tirer parti de l'initiative PTA dans le cadre de partenariats similaires. Plus tôt cette année, Microsoft a renouvelé son engagement mondial envers l'initiative Partners in Learning par l'entremise de son programme Potentiel illimité et a investi 235,5 millions USD supplémentaires sur cinq ans, avec pour objectif de tripler les répercussions des ressources et de la formation, lesquelles ont déjà influencé les vies de plus de 680 000 élèves, enseignants et décideurs du domaine de l'éducation au Portugal depuis le lancement de l'initiative en 2004.

L'initiative Magellan

En investissant dans la Suite d'apprentissage Magellan, Microsoft s'emploie à promouvoir une adoption internationale et ciblée des ordinateurs éducatifs Magellan en répondant au besoin pour des logiciels et du contenu pertinents, ainsi que pour un soutien à l'utilisateur, l'alphabétisation numérique et une importante capacité d'extension :

-- L'investissement dans la formation des élèves, des parents et des enseignants permettra de promouvoir une meilleure intégration de la technologie numérique et mettra un accent particulier sur la sécurité Internet.

-- Un bureau sur mesure sera mis au point pour l'ordinateur portable Magellan. En plus du système d'exploitation Windows XP, les ordinateurs Magellan seront également équipés de Microsoft Office 2007 et d'une suite de produits éducatifs, notamment Microsoft Student Learning Essentials, Microsoft Maths et Microsoft Encarta Online.

-- Des ressources d'apprentissage et d'éducation destinées aux élèves, aux parents et aux enseignants seront offertes par l'entremise du Microsoft Digital Literacy Curriculum et de l'iSafe Internet Security Curriculum.

-- Grâce à Microsoft Live@Edu, les services collaboratifs suivants seront mis à la disposition des élèves, des parents et des enseignants : Windows Live Mail, Windows Live Spaces, Windows Live SkyDrive, Windows Live Messenger, Windows Live Mesh et Microsoft Office Live Workspace. Grâce à cette suite de services, tous les utilisateurs de Magellan seront en mesure de communiquer entre eux dans un environnement favorisant davantage la collaboration et la protection.

-- La formation et le soutien technique proposés par le Programme national de formation des enseignants ont pour but de promouvoir un usage plus riche et plus productif de Magellan à l'intérieur comme à l'extérieur de la salle de classe. Au niveau du projet de formation, une attention particulière sera donnée aux parents concernant une utilisation plus protégée de la technologie, ce qui leur permettra d'aider leurs enfants et de répondre à leurs questions.

Ã€ propos du programme Potentiel illimité

Microsoft, par le biais de son programme Potentiel illimité, s'engage à rendre les technologies plus abordables, pertinentes et accessibles pour les 5 milliards de personnes dans le monde qui ne peuvent pas encore profiter de leurs avantages. Microsoft vise à atteindre cet objectif en changeant les systèmes éducatifs et en promouvant une culture d'innovation, créant ainsi de meilleurs emplois et occasions. En collaborant avec les gouvernements, des organisations intergouvernementales, des organisations non gouvernementales et des partenaires de l'industrie, Microsoft espère Ãªtre en mesure de compléter sa première étape majeure d'ici 2015 : atteindre un milliard de personnes qui n'ont pas encore profité des avantages de la technologie.

Ã€ propos de Microsoft

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

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BIO-key(R) to Showcase Biometric Identity Solution at 2008 AABB Annual Meeting & TXPOConvenient, Accurate, Cost Effective Blood Donor, Patient and Medical Staff ID Solution Safeguards Identity and System Integrity

WALL, N.J., Oct. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- BIO-key International, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: BKYI) , a leader in finger-based biometric identification and wireless public safety, announced today that it will participate in the 2008 AABB Annual Meeting & TXPO 2008 to be held at the Montreal Convention Center in Quebec, Canada from October 5-7. The company will showcase its fingerprint biometric solution at the conference. Additionally, Jim Sullivan, BIO-key's Director of Sales, will speak in the Learning Lab Education Session on Sunday, October 5th, at 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Mr. Sullivan's presentation is titled "Leave your ID at home: Achieving positive donor or patient ID with just a touch of a finger". The AABB (formerly known as the American Association of Blood Banks) Annual Meeting is recognized as the leading global event for establishing the highest standards of medical, technical and administrative performance; scientific investigation; and clinical application through standard setting, accreditation, education, advocacy and other activities.

BIO-key will hold demonstrations of its patented, NIST-certified identification technology that has been implemented in blood donor, patient and medical staff identification applications in booth 2639. The Company's demonstrations will feature its award winning, cost effective, fingerprint based identity authentication software solution that can be easily integrated into any application or platform. With more than 400 million BIO-key ISO fingerprint templates in use today, BIO-key is a proven leader in fingerprint biometric identification solutions.

"BIO-key identity solutions can be easily implemented by healthcare providers looking to satisfy HIPAA regulations and to protect patient and donor information. Our solutions have been deployed not only to identify blood donors and patients, but also to identify medical staff for access to facilities and medication cabinets, without the need for personnel to remember passwords or produce ID cards which can be easily lost, forgotten or compromised," commented Mr. DePasquale. "BIO-key identity solutions reduce the risk of mis-identifying individuals while improving user convenience and lowering operational costs."

About BIO-key

BIO-key International, Inc., headquartered in Wall, New Jersey, develops and delivers advanced identification solutions and information services to law enforcement departments, public safety agencies, government and private sector customers. BIO-key's mobile wireless technology provides first responders with critical, reliable, real-time data and images from local, state and national databases. BIO-key's high performance, scalable, cost-effective and easy-to-deploy biometric finger identification technology accurately identifies and authenticates users of wireless and enterprise data to improve security, convenience and privacy and to reduce identity theft. Over 750 police departments in North America use BIO-key solutions, making BIO-key the leading supplier of mobile and wireless solutions for law enforcement. (http://www.bio-key.com/)

This news release contains forward-looking statements that are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from those projected on the basis of these statements. The words "estimate," "project," "intends," "expects," "believes" and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements are made based on management's beliefs, as well as assumptions made by, and information currently available to, management pursuant to the "safe-harbor" provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. For a more complete description of these and other risk factors that may affect the future performance of BIO-key International, see "Risk Factors" in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-KSB and its other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date made. The Company also undertakes no obligation to disclose any revision to these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date made or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.

Media Contact: BIO-key International, Inc. Bud Yanak 732-359-1113

BIO-key International, Inc.

CONTACT: Bud Yanak of BIO-key International, Inc., +1-732-359-1113

Web site: http://www.bio-key.com/

TeleCable Initiates Deployment of Eutelsat's Tooway(TM) Consumer Satellite Broadband Service in Spain's Asturias Region

PARIS, October 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Following a contract signed on July 27 between TeleCable and Skylogic (Eutelsat's broadband affiliate), Telecable is now initiating widespread deployment of the Tooway(TM) satellite broadband service in Asturias (a northern region of Spain). With this agreement between Skylogic and TeleCable, the leading provider of cable and Internet services in Asturias, up to 6000 Tooway(TM) terminals will be deployed throughout the region in order to deliver broadband to homes located in non-served ADSL areas.

Tooway(TM) was selected by TeleCable on the basis of its unrivalled performance and competitive prices. The Tooway(TM) system is based on ViaSat's SurfBeam(TM) technology, a fully proven technology for largescale deployment already widely deployed in the USA by Wildblue which counts 400 000 subscribers.

"The selection of Tooway(TM) as our prime satellite service enables us now to offer a valid broadband solution everywhere in Asturias. This is a significant step towards bridging the digital divide in Spain and we are particularly pleased with our cooperation with Eutelsat and Skylogic in this area. We also look forward to the arrival in 2010 of KA-SAT, the revolutionary satellite that will provide us with the possibility to serve even better Spanish homes". By signing this agreement, TeleCable will be able to offer broadband connectivity in the countryside, "This is very important in our region, where thousands of Asturias' people live and develop their activities", said Roberto Paraja CEO of TeleCable.

Arduino Patacchini, CEO of Skylogic and Multimedia Director of Eutelsat said: "We are delighted to start commercialisation of Tooway(TM) in Spain with our agreement with TeleCable for the Asturias region. This confirms the validity of choosing the Ka-band for broadband applications, which is the only solution capable of offering performance and prices for consumer satellite broadband that is comparable to terrestrial broadband services."

About TeleCable

TeleCable is the telecommunications operator, broadband Internet and Pay TV market leader in Asturias. Throughout its own fibre network, TeleCable provides TV, fixed phone and broadband Internet services, offering its clients quality and proximity, and always aiming to exceed their expectations and needs. In 2008, TeleCable began marketing of a new mobile phone service working as a MVNO (Mobile Virtual Network Operator), providing its clients with a telecom service in mobility.

For more information on TeleCable visit http://www.telecable.es/ About Eutelsat Communications

Eutelsat Communications (Euronext Paris: ETL, ISIN code: FR0010221234) is the holding company of Eutelsat S.A.. With capacity commercialised on 24 satellites that provide coverage over the entire European continent, as well as the Middle East, Africa, India and significant parts of Asia and the Americas, Eutelsat is one of the world's three leading satellite operators in terms of revenues. At 30 June 2008, Eutelsat's satellites were broadcasting more than 3,120 television channels and 1,100 radio stations. More than 1,100 channels broadcast via its HOT BIRD(TM) video neighbourhood at 13 degrees East which serves over 120 million cable and satellite homes in Europe, the Middle East and North Africa. The Group's satellites also serve a wide range of fixed and mobile telecommunications services, TV contribution markets, corporate networks, and broadband markets for Internet Service Providers and for transport, maritime and in-flight markets. Eutelsat's broadband subsidiary, Skylogic, markets and operates services through its teleport in Italy that serves enterprises, local communities, government agencies and aid organisations in Europe, Africa, Asia and the Americas. Headquartered in Paris, Eutelsat and its subsidiaries employ 538 commercial, technical and operational experts from 27 countries.

http://www.eutelsat.com/ http://www.tooway.com/ For further information: Press Vanessa O'Connor Tel: +33-1-53-98-38-88 voconnor@eutelsat.fr Frederique Gautier Tel: +33-1-53-98-38-88 fgautier@eutelsat.fr Investors Gilles Janvier Tel: +33-1-53-98-35-30 investors@eutelsat-communications.com

Eutelsat Communications

CONTACT: For further information: Press, Vanessa O'Connor, Tel:
+33-1-53-98-38-88, voconnor@eutelsat.fr; Frederique Gautier, Tel:
+33-1-53-98-38-88, fgautier@eutelsat.fr. Investors: Gilles Janvier, Tel:
+33-1-53-98-35-30, investors@eutelsat-communications.com

EMCORE Corporation Secures $25 Million Credit Facility with Bank of America

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., Oct. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- EMCORE Corporation , a leading provider of compound semiconductor-based components and subsystems for the broadband, fiber optic, satellite, and terrestrial solar power markets, today announced the closing of a $25 million revolving credit facility with Bank of America. The asset-backed credit facility provides for borrowings up to $25 million and can be used for working capital, letters of credit and other general corporate purposes.

The credit facility, which incorporates both LIBOR and Prime-based borrowing alternatives, is subject to certain financial covenants and a borrowing base formula. The agreement matures in September 2011 and is secured by certain assets of the company.

"Given the current state of the credit markets, we are very pleased to enter into this agreement with Bank of America and appreciate the bank's confidence in our future. This facility will serve to further strengthen our financial flexibility as we continue to pursue the company's growth strategy," said John M. Markovich, Chief Financial Officer of EMCORE Corporation.

Additional information can be found in a Current Report on Form 8-K to be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

About EMCORE:

EMCORE Corporation is a leading provider of compound semiconductor-based components and subsystems for the broadband, fiber optic, satellite and solar power markets. EMCORE's Fiber Optics segment offers optical components, subsystems and systems that enable the transmission of video, voice and data over high-capacity fiber optic cables for high-speed data and telecommunications, cable television (CATV) and fiber-to-the-premises (FTTP) networks. EMCORE's Solar Power segment provides solar products for satellite and terrestrial applications. For satellite applications, EMCORE offers high-efficiency compound semiconductor-based gallium arsenide (GaAs) solar cells, covered interconnect cells and fully integrated solar panels. For terrestrial applications, EMCORE offers concentrating photovoltaic (CPV) systems for utility scale solar applications as well as offering its high-efficiency GaAs solar cells and CPV components for use in solar power concentrator systems. For specific information about our company, our products or the markets we serve, please visit our website at http://www.emcore.com/.

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EMCORE Corporation

CONTACT: John M. Markovich, Chief Financial Officer of EMCORE
Corporation, +1-505-332-5000

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

R.H. Donnelley Appoints Sean W. Greene as Senior Vice President, Corporate Strategy and Business Development

CARY, N.C., Oct. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- R.H. Donnelley , a leading print and online local search company, today announced the appointment of Sean W. Greene, 38, as senior vice president of corporate strategy and business development. Greene will continue to be based at the company's Cary, N.C. headquarters and will report directly to R.H. Donnelley Chairman and CEO, David C. Swanson.

In his new role, Greene will direct the company's comprehensive strategic plan to help ensure the company delivers on its objectives as a leading-edge, full-service sales, marketing and lead-delivery organization for small- and medium-sized businesses. In addition, Greene's team will help identify and engage potential partners that help move the company's business forward.

"Sean brings a unique blend of print and Internet experience along with a deep understanding of the nuances associated with selling and marketing to our local business customers," Swanson said. "He fully appreciates how our print and Internet products work together today to provide value for advertisers, and he also understands the potential of future platforms, including mobile, voice, GPS and social networks. This background, and his strong leadership ability, will be of tremendous value in this new role."

Greene most recently served as vice president & general manager of Dex(R) Search Marketing, where he was instrumental in the development of R.H. Donnelley's Dex Search Marketing solution and expansion of the company's digital capabilities through the acquisitions of LocalLaunch! and Business.com.

He started his career with R.H. Donnelley as a sales account executive and quickly moved through the organization assuming a number of sales and marketing leadership posts. In 2000, he left the company to accept a position with Trader Publishing Company as general manager of EmploymentGuide.com, a recruitment website focused on hourly-wage positions. During his tenure, he was responsible for re-launching, re-branding, and monetizing the site formerly known as CareerWeb.com. He returned to RHD in 2003 to serve as the assistant vice president of competitive strategy and business development.

Greene holds a B.A. in economics from Denison University and has also completed advanced coursework at UNC's Kenan-Flagler Business School in Chapel Hill, N.C.

About R.H. Donnelley

R.H. Donnelley connects businesses and consumers through its portfolio of print and interactive marketing solutions. Small- and medium-sized businesses look to R.H. Donnelley's experienced team of marketing consultants to help them grow their companies and drive sales leads. Consumers depend on the company's reliable, trusted, local business content to deliver the most relevant search results when they are seeking local goods and services. For more information, visit http://www.rhd.com/ and http://www.dexknows.com/.

R.H. Donnelley Corporation

CONTACT: Peter Larmey of R.H. Donnelley, +1-919-297-1521,
peter.larmey@rhd.com

Web site: http://www.rhd.com/
http://www.dexknows.com/

TeleCable demarre le deploiement du service haut debit par satellite Tooway(TM) d'Eutelsat dans la province espagnole des asturies

PARIS, October 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Suite au contrat signé le 27 juillet dernier entre TeleCable et Skylogic (la filiale haut débit d'Eutelsat), TeleCable, premier fournisseur de services Internet par câble dans les Asturies (région du nord de l'Espagne), va entreprendre le déploiement à grande échelle du service haut débit par satellite Tooway(TM) dans cette région. Grâce à cet accord, jusqu'à 6 000 terminaux Tooway(TM) vont Ãªtre déployés dans toute la province afin de render le haut débit accessible à tous les foyers situés à l'écart de l'ADSL.

Tooway(TM) a été choisi par TeleCable en raison de ses performances exceptionnelles et de ses tarifs compétitifs. Le système Tooway(TM) est base sur la technologie SurfBeam(TM) de ViaSat, une technologie déployée à grande échelle et qui a d'ores et déjà conquis plus de 400 000 abonnés aux Etats Unis.

<< Le choix de Tooway(TM) en tant que principal service par satellite nous permet désormais d'offrir une solution haut débit alternative partout en Asturies. C'est une étape importante vers la réduction de la fracture numérique en Espagne et nous sommes particulièrement heureux de collaborer avec Eutelsat et Skylogic dans ce domaine. Notre choix est en outre consolidé par l'arrivée annoncée pour 2010 du satellite KA-SAT qui viendra accroître les ressources du service Tooway et nous permettra de servir encore plus de foyers espagnols. >> Par la signature de cet accord, TeleCable sera en mesure d'offrir une connectivité à haut débit dans les zones rurales, << très importantes dans notre région oÃ¹ des milliers d'Asturiens vivent et développent leurs activités >>, a déclaré Roberto Paraja, directeur général de TeleCable.

Arduino Patacchini, directeur général de Skylogic et directeur du Multimédia d'Eutelsat a déclaré : << Nous nous réjouissons de voir le service Tooway(TM) démarrer dans les Asturies avec TeleCable. Cela confirme la validité de notre choix de la bande Ka pour les applications à haut débit grand public qui apparaît comme la seule solution capable d'offrir des performances et des tarifs comparables aux services terrestres. >>

A propos de TeleCable

TeleCable est l'opérateur de télécommunications leader du marché de l'Internet à haut débit et de la TV payante dans la province des Asturies. Grâce à son propre réseau en fibre optique, TeleCable fournit des services de télévision, de téléphonie fixe et Internet à haut débit, offrant à ses clients qualité et proximité, et visant en permanence à aller au-delà de leurs souhaits et besoins. Au cours de cette année, TeleCable s'est lancé dans le marketing du tout nouveau service de téléphonie mobile fonctionnant comme un opérateur de réseau virtuel mobile (MVNO) pour offrir à ses clients une solution de télécommunications mobiles.

Pour plus d'informations sur TeleCable :

http://www.telecable.es

A propos d'Eutelsat Communications

Eutelsat Communications (Euronext Paris : ETL, code ISIN : FR0010221234) est la société holding d'Eutelsat S.A. Avec des ressources en orbite sur 24 satellites offrant une couverture sur toute l'Europe, le Moyen-Orient, l'Afrique et l'Inde et sur de larges zones de l'Asie et du continent américain, Eutelsat est l'un des trois premiers opérateurs mondiaux de satellites en termes de chiffre d'affaires. Au 30 juin 2008, la flotte des satellites d'Eutelsat assure la diffusion de plus de 3 120 chaînes de télévision et 1 100 stations de radio. Plus de 1 100 programmes de télévision sont diffusés par les satellites HOT BIRD(TM) à la position orbitale 13 degrés Est vers une audience de plus de 120 millions de foyers recevant le câble et le satellite en Europe, au Moyen-Orient et en Afrique du Nord. La flotte d'Eutelsat distribue également une large gamme de services fixes et mobiles de télécommunications et de diffusion de données pour les réseaux vidéo professionnels et les réseaux d'entreprise, ainsi qu'un portefeuille d'applications haut débit pour les fournisseurs d'accès Internet et pour les transports routiers, maritimes et aériens. Filiale d'Eutelsat dédiée à l'exploitation de services IP sur son téléport en Italie, Skylogic commercialise ses services auprès des entreprises, des collectivités locales, des administrations et des organisations humanitaires, en Europe, en Afrique, en Asie et sur le continent américain. Eutelsat, dont le siège est à Paris, regroupe, avec ses filiales, 538 collaborateurs issus de 27 nationalités.

http://www.eutelsat.com

http://www.tooway.com

Pour plus d'informations Presse Vanessa O'Connor Tél.: +33-1-53-98-38-88 voconnor@eutelsat.fr Frédérique Gautier Tél.: +33-1-53-98-38-88 fgautier@eutelsat.fr Investisseurs Gilles Janvier Tél.: +33-1-53-98-35-30 investors@eutelsat-communications.com

Eutelsat Communications

Pour plus d'informations: Presse, Vanessa O'Connor, Tél.: +33-1-53-98-38-88, voconnor@eutelsat.fr; Frédérique Gautier, Tél.: +33-1-53-98-38-88, fgautier@eutelsat.fr. Investisseurs, Gilles Janvier, Tél.: +33-1-53-98-35-30, investors@eutelsat-communications.com

Lionbridge Wins the Prestigious Microsoft 'Vendor of the Year' Excellence AwardMicrosoft Selects Lionbridge among 17,200 Service Providers across Industries; Recognizes Lionbridge for its Exceptional Service

WALTHAM, Mass., Oct. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Lionbridge Technologies, Inc., , today announced it has been selected by Microsoft as its "Vendor of the Year" as part of the 2008 Microsoft Vendor Program (MSVP) Excellence Awards. Chosen from among more than 17,200 Microsoft vendors in the U.S., eight companies were selected across seven categories. Lionbridge was selected as the sole winner of the 2008 "Vendor of the Year" award. Winners in other categories include Marriott International Inc., Grubb & Ellis Co., Compass Group PLC, CRG Events, Toshiba America Inc., MV Transportation Inc., and Revonet Inc. The vendors received their awards during the seventh MSVP Annual Vendor Summit on Microsoft's corporate campus in Redmond last night.

In a Microsoft press release issued last night, the Company commented "The MSVP Excellence Awards recognize those Microsoft vendors that stand head and shoulders above the rest for the quality and consistency of their service," said Tim McBride, general manager and chief procurement officer at Microsoft. "Numerous companies make exceptional contributions to the success of Microsoft, making the selection process challenging each year. We congratulate our 2008 MSVP Excellence Awards recipients and look forward to continued partnership and collaboration."

Selected by a panel of Microsoft executives, recipients of the MSVP Excellence Awards are recognized for the exceptional service they provide to the company. To be considered for this award, vendors must first be nominated by a Microsoft employee based on the characteristics of value, quality, flexibility, innovation, security and privacy.

"This award recognizes the 4,600 Lionbridge team members across 26 countries who excel 24 hours a day, every day to ensure Microsoft's products and content meet the language and technology requirements of its customers worldwide," said Rory Cowan, CEO, Lionbridge. "As a world leader in innovation, Microsoft holds its providers to the highest standards for quality, value and creativity. As a leading Microsoft provider for translation, localization, testing and development services, we are honored to meet and exceed those expectations."

About Lionbridge

Lionbridge Technologies, Inc. is a leading provider of globalization, development and testing services. Lionbridge combines global onshore, near shore and offshore resources with proven program management methodologies to serve as an outsource partner throughout a client's product and content lifecycle -- from development to globalization, testing and maintenance. Global organizations in all industries rely on Lionbridge services to increase international market share, speed adoption of global products and content, and enhance their return on enterprise applications and IT system investments. Based in Waltham, Mass., Lionbridge maintains solution centers in 26 countries and provides services under the Lionbridge(R) and VeriTest(R) brands. To learn more, visit http://www.lionbridge.com/.

Contact: Sara Buda Lionbridge (781) 434-6190

Lionbridge Technologies, Inc.

CONTACT: Sara Buda of Lionbridge, +1-781-434-6190

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

Beacon Equity Issues Technical Trade Alerts on Major Airline Stocks: LCC, DAL, NWA, AMR, UAUA, CAL

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Open Text to Report First Quarter Fiscal Year 2009 Financial Results on Monday, November 3, 2008

WATERLOO, ON, Oct. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Open Text(TM) Corporation (TSX:OTC), the leading independent provider of Enterprise Content Management (ECM) software, today announced that financial results for its first quarter of fiscal 2009 will be released on Monday, November 3, 2008 at approximately 4:00 p.m. ET.

Teleconference Call

Open Text will host a conference call on November 3, 2008 at 5:00 p.m. ET to discuss the final financial results of its first quarter.

Date: Monday, November 3, 2008 Time: 5:00 p.m. ET/2:00 p.m. PT Length: 60 minutes Where: 416-644-3418

Please dial-in approximately 10 minutes before the teleconference is scheduled to begin. A replay of the call will be available beginning November 3, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. ET through 11:59 p.m. on November 17, 2008 and can be accessed by dialing 416-640-1917 and using pass code 21285119 followed by the number sign. For more information or to listen to the call via Web cast, please use the following link: http://www.opentext.com/2/investors/ir-events.htm.

About Open Text

Open Text(TM) is the world's largest independent provider of Enterprise Content Management (ECM) software. The company's solutions manage information for all types of business, compliance and industry requirements in the world's largest companies, government agencies and professional service firms. Open Text supports approximately 46,000 customers and millions of users in 114 countries and 12 languages. For more information about Open Text, visit http://www.opentext.com/.

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This news release may contain forward-looking statements relating to the timing of announcing financial results which is subject to the risks and assumptions contained herein. Forward-looking statements may also include, without limitation, any statement relating to future events, conditions or circumstances. Forward-looking statements in this release are not promises or guarantees and are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, and actual results may differ materially. The risks and uncertainties that may affect forward-looking statements include, among others, a possible change of reporting dates due to a delay in finalizing financial results and other risks detailed from time to time in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including the Form 10-K for the year ended June 30, 2008. You should not place undue reliance upon any such forward-looking statements, which are based on management's beliefs and opinions at the time the statements are made, and the Company does not undertake any obligations to update forward-looking statements should circumstances or management's beliefs or opinions change.

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Open Text Corporation

CONTACT: Paul McFeeters, Chief Financial Officer, Open Text Corporation,
(905) 762-6121, pmcfeeters@opentext.com; Greg Secord, Vice President, Investor
Relations, Open Text Corporation, (519) 888-7111 ext. 2408,
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Moog Announces Industrial Systems Acquisition

EAST AURORA, N.Y., Oct. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Moog Inc. announced today that the Company has agreed to acquire Berkeley Process Control, Inc. of Richmond, California in a $14 million cash transaction. Berkeley's motion control software and hardware automates the precise handling of semiconductor wafers and enhances the speed, quality and safety of welding in the oil & gas market and in nuclear fuel canisters.

Founded in 1981, Berkeley holds several patents, including their Autocalibration(R) technology for increasing the productivity and precision of fabrication equipment used to process semiconductor wafers. Berkeley has a heritage of taking a systems approach to developing software and hardware to solve difficult customer problems.

"Berkeley Process Control provides innovative motion control solutions used for welding, semiconductor production and medical equipment," said Dave Fijas, General Manager and Group Vice President of Moog's Industrial Systems Segment. "Berkeley is a perfect fit and the acquisition takes Moog into new markets for high-performance motion control systems."

The acquisition is expected to close within 30 days. It will add approximately $11 million to Moog's fiscal year 2009 sales. Due to first year purchase accounting adjustments, this acquisition is expected to be neutral to Moog's earnings per share for fiscal 2009.

About Moog

Moog Inc. is a worldwide designer, manufacturer, and integrator of precision control components and systems. Moog's high-performance systems control military and commercial aircraft, satellites and space vehicles, launch vehicles, missiles, automated industrial machinery, marine and medical equipment. Additional information about the company can be found at http://www.moog.com/.

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CONTACT: Ann Marie Luhr, +1-716-687-4225

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

Raytheon Opens Warfighter Support Center in Louisville, Ky.

RESTON, Va., Oct. 3, 2008 /PRNewswire/ -- Raytheon Technical Services Company LLC (RTSC), a subsidiary of Raytheon Company , is opening a Warfighter Support Center depot repair facility in Louisville, Ky., to support the U.S. Army's Warfighter Field Operations Customer Support (FOCUS) program.

The 135,000-square-foot center will employ 75 people providing logistics, technical support, and depot maintenance services.

"The Warfighter Support Center will improve service to soldiers by increasing turnaround times for repairable items," said Mike Edwards, an RTSC vice president, and program manager of the Warrior Training Alliance (WTA) which facilitates execution of the Warfighter FOCUS contract. "The Center's overall goal is to get equipment back to warfighters faster so they can complete their valuable training operations."

The Warfighter FOCUS program is a U.S. Army program under the Program Executive Office for Training, Simulation and Instrumentation to consolidate operations and maintenance, systems integration and engineering support services for the Army's live, virtual and constructive training systems.

The Raytheon-led Warrior Training Alliance includes major teammates Computer Sciences Corporation, General Dynamics Information Technology, MPRI and more than 100 other companies. These industry leaders in training bring proven, current and relevant experience across all training environments, including live, virtual and constructive. With a combined legacy of successfully executing large-scale and complex programs, the WTA is organized to apply the right resources to successfully accomplish each task and to deliver the best value, lowest risk solutions.

RTSC provides technology solutions for defense, federal and commercial customers worldwide. RTSC specializes in Mission Support (including installation, integration, maintenance, training and logistics support), counterproliferation and counterterrorism, homeland security solutions, base and range operations and customized engineering and manufacturing.

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

Contact: Kristin Patterson Jones 703.295.2534 (office) 571.723.2804 (mobile) kpjones@raytheon.com

Raytheon Company

CONTACT: Kristin Patterson Jones of Raytheon Company, +1-703-295-2534,
+1-571-723-2804 (mobile), kpjones@raytheon.com

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