Broadwing Announces Completion of Focal Network Integration; Communications Provider Acts Swiftly to Capture Synergies.

AUSTIN, Texas -- Broadwing Communications, LLC (Broadwing) announced that it has completed the integration of the Focal Communications network.

Broadwing has established full network connectivity between the legacy Focal and existing Broadwing POPs in 20 major markets around the country. The acquisition, which was completed on September 1, 2004, promised cost of service synergies and the expansion of Broadwing product and service capabilities in these markets. By focusing on the execution of the acquisition strategy, Broadwing and its customers will benefit.

"We are extremely pleased with our progress and the completion of the Focal network integration. We acquired Focal in the fall and have integrated the network assets by spring," said Dr. David Huber, Chairman and CEO of Broadwing. "Our ability to execute effectively on large scale integration activities provides us with a significant corporate asset and positions us well in the marketplace."

Broadwing offers local services in major markets throughout the country, and long haul voice, data and IP services nationwide. Local markets now integrated with the Broadwing network include Atlanta, Baltimore, Boston, Chicago, Cleveland, Connecticut, Dallas, Detroit, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, Minneapolis, Newark, New York, Philadelphia, San Francisco, San Jose, Seattle, Trenton and Washington, D.C.

"The Broadwing / Focal network integration is a testament to the drive and determination of the Broadwing and former Focal employees who worked countless hours to ensure we stayed on schedule and achieved our objectives," said Bob Olsen, Vice President of Program Management at Broadwing.

About Broadwing Corporation

Broadwing Corporation (NASDAQ:BWNG), through its consolidated subsidiary Broadwing Communications, LLC, delivers innovative data, voice, and media solutions to enterprises, service providers, and government entities. Enabled by its one-of-a-kind, all-optical network and award-winning products and services, Broadwing Communications provides the highest quality communications solutions with unparalleled customer focus and speed. Broadwing Corporation, via its Corvis Equipment Corporation subsidiary, also provides government agencies and service providers with advanced, scalable optical networking equipment designed to reduce the overall cost associated with building and operating optical networks. For more information, visit www.broadwing.com.

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