Internet America Launches New Data Backup Service
[July 1, 2004]
DALLAS,
Jul 1, 2004 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Internet
America (GEEK), Dallas' leading Internet service provider,
announced today that they are expanding their current
Internet enhancing services to include a secure on-line
computer data backup solution for current and new customers.
This service will allow customers to automatically backup
their data to a secure location via their existing Internet
connection.
Internet
America's new on-line backup service is based on technology
provided by @Backup, a proven leader for over 10 years
in the secure on-line backup and storage industry.
"We
are very pleased to partner with Internet America. Their
reputation, loyal customer base and an overwhelming
commitment to excellent service made this a great opportunity
for us," said Brent Young, @Backup's Director of
Business Development.
"We
are excited to offer an Internet-based data backup solution
to our customers. We have found the best combination
of features and functionality for Internet America users
in the @Backup product. At Internet America, we are
always looking for convenient new ways to enhance our
customer's on-line experience," said Billy Ladin,
CEO of Internet America.
The
new service will be marketed under the name of Internet
America's @Backup. Prices for the service will vary
depending on the size of the data vault chosen and start
at as little as $4.99 per month. For more information
about Internet America's @Backup service, please visit
the Web site at: http://www.internetamerica.com/online_backup
.
Internet
America is a leading Internet service provider primarily
serving the Texas market. Based in Dallas, Internet
America offers businesses and individuals a full range
of Internet services, including dedicated high- speed
DSL access, dial-up access, Web hosting and self-managed
server options. Internet America focuses on the speed
and quality of its Internet services and its commitment
to providing excellent customer care. Additional information
on Internet America is available on the Company's Web
site at http://www.internetamerica.com
.
@Backup's
parent organization SwapDrive provides and develops
software products and services for backup, access, collaboration
and delivery of information distributed via the Internet.
SwapDrive has partnered with industry leaders including
Cisco, Microsoft, Veritas, and EMC. Founded in 1999,
SwapDrive is a privately held company headquartered
in Washington, D.C. To learn more about SwapDrive, please
call (202) 393-9900 x.451 or visit http://www.swapdrive.com
.
SOURCE
Internet America, Inc.
Carolanne
Ulrich of Internet America, Inc., +1-214-861-2500, or
carolanne@airmail.net |
