New Partnership Targets U.S. Businesses and Government Agencies to Improve Information Security Capacity

(Fairfax, VA) - Norman Data Defense Systems, a specialist in the field of data security headquartered in Norway, announced plans today to partner with Federal Systems Group, headquartered in Whippany, NJ, to expand its ability to improve the information security capacity of businesses and government agencies around the country. This partnership extends Norman’s network of reseller partners in New Jersey as part of its strategy to provide blanket coverage of all geographic regions in the U.S.

"Norman is committed to expanding its reseller network to better meet the data security needs of companies around the country," stated Hank Dugan, President and Chief Executive Officer of Norman Data Defense Systems, the North American subsidiary of Norman ASA. "Our new partnership with Federal Systems Group, an outstanding software supplier offering hardware and technical solutions to companies and government agencies, will give us added capacity to offer the best in security products and service to our business customers.

Federal Systems Group provides product research, recommendation and implementation services throughout the United States. Headquartered in Whippany, New Jersey, Federal Systems Group services the public and private sector.

"As the technology industry changes, we help our clients stay abreast of developments using our Measurisk Methodology. We feel that the reseller and service partnership between Federal Systems Group and Norman offers our public and private sector customers the best of breed protection from computer viruses today. This information is based on available configuration options, as well as the results of the Independent Virus Bulletin tests (2002 - 2003; http://www.virusbtn.com), which show that Norman scored 100% in supported platforms. This accomplishment surpasses rivals such as Network Associates, Symantec and Trend Micro for catching 100% of viruses in the wild today," stated Thomas Brennan, Chief Executive Officer of Federal Systems Group.

Contacts:

Carrie Collins, (301) 537-9166
Ann Brown (301) 951-8018

About Norman Data Defense Systems

The North American subsidiary of Norman ASA, Norman Data Defense Systems is a recognized data security specialist dedicated to providing computer security solutions and personalized customer care, with a particular focus on the SMB market. Norman’s top-rated products include those for virus control, desktop firewall protection and encryption. To find out more about the company, visit Norman Data Defense Systems on the Internet at www.Norman.com/US.

About Federal Systems Group

For more information about Federal Systems Group, visit www.fedsysgrp.com or call 973.439.6908.