AmeriCredit Selects Data Return For Microsoft Platform Expertise; New AmeriCredit.com Web site Launches from Multiple Data Centers.Business/Technology Editors DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 2, 2000 Data Return Corporation (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on : DRTN), a leading global provider of managed hosting services, today announced it is providing managed hosting services for AmeriCredit's (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange : ACF (Advanced Communications Function) An earlier official product line name for IBM SNA programs, such as VTAM (ACF/VTAM) and NCP (ACF/NCP). ACF - Advanced Communications Function ) online business. "Data Return's level of expertise in providing managed hosting services for Microsoft technologies, coupled with their ability to provide clustering services across multiple data centers, allowed AmeriCredit to confidently launch the newest phase of AmeriCredit.com on a very aggressive time schedule," said Michael T. Miller, president and chief operating officer Chief Operating Officer (COO) The officer of a firm responsible for day-to-day management, usually the president or an executive vice-president. , AmeriCredit e-Services. Data Return's deployment of AmeriCredit.com is supported by the Windows 2000 platform. The geographically clustered system architecture provides added redundancy to minimize the possibility of an outage. AmeriCredit will also be utilizing ServiceGuard, Data Return's managed firewall solution, to increase security for customer data and other content. "AmeriCredit continues to demonstrate its leadership by offering innovative products and services to its customers through advanced technology solutions," said Sunny C. Vanderbeck, Data Return chairman and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. . "Data Return looks forward to working with AmeriCredit as we continue to develop new and innovative solutions for our enterprise customers." About Data Return Recognized by Microsoft as the Windows 2000 Global Hosting Partner of the Year, Data Return specializes in providing high-availability managed hosting services for companies whose applications are based on Microsoft technologies. These services are utilized by many leading enterprises including Microsoft, Compaq Computer Corporation (company) Compaq Computer Corporation - The largest US manufacturer and vendor of IBM PC compatible personal computers and servers. Compaq was started in 1982 by three ex-Texas Instruments employees. Quarterly sales $2499M, profits $210M (Aug 1994). http://compaq.com/. , RadioShack.com, Texas Instruments See TI. (company) Texas Instruments - (TI) A US electronics company. A TI engineer, Jack Kilby invented the integrated circuit in 1958. Three TI employees left the company in 1982 to start Compaq. , Pier 1 Imports Pier 1 Imports Inc. (NYSE: PIR) is a Fort Worth, Texas-based retailer specializing in imported home furnishings and decor, particularly furniture, table-top items, decorative accessories and seasonal decor. , and World Bank. Data Return also provides managed infrastructure services for the rapidly growing market of Application Service Providers (ASPs). Data Return strategic investors and Global Alliance Partners include Microsoft, Compaq Computer Corporation, and Level 3 Communications
Level 3 Communications NASDAQ: LVLT is a communications and information services company headquartered in Broomfield, Colorado, USA. . For more information, visit www.datareturn.com. About AmeriCredit AmeriCredit Corp. (NYSE: ACF) is a leading independent consumer finance company specializing in purchasing and servicing automobile loans. AmeriCredit is the largest originator of auto loans to consumers who are typically unable to obtain financing from traditional sources. Visit www.AmeriCredit.com for more information on the company. This press release contains forward-looking information. Actual results may differ materially due to a number of risks, including changes in external competitive market factors, changes in or an inability to execute Data Return's business strategy, unanticipated changes in the hosting industry, the economy in general and changes in the use of the Internet. Data Return cannot guarantee future results, levels of activity, performance or achievements. The matters discussed in this press release also involve risks and uncertainties summarized under the heading "Factors Affecting Future Operating Results" in Data Return's Annual Report on Form 10-K Form 10-K A report required by the SEC from exchange-listed companies that provides for annual disclosure of certain financial information. Form 10-K See 10-K. for the Year Ended March 31, 2000 and are updated from time to time through the filing of reports and registration statements with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Data Return does not assume any obligation to update the forward-looking information contained in this press release. Data Return is a trademark of Data Return Corporation. All other trademarks are the property of their respective holders. |
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