FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
PRESS RELEASE
September 17, 2009

Newport Beach, CA -- Sparxent|NetworkD, an IT and business solution provider focused on medium sized companies Mid-Market, today announced the new partnership with Sophos, the leading enterprise security company. Trusted by 100 million users and endorsed by industry analysts as a leader, Sophos provides a full range of endpoint, encryption, email, web and NAC solutions that are simple to deploy, manage and use.

"The collaboration between Sparxent|NetworkD and Sophos could not have come at a more appropriate time where the current economic climate has organizations looking for ways to save money without compromising on quality," says Ashley Leonard, CEO of Sparxent|NetworkD. "We are pleased to team up with Sophos to provide our customers with simple to manage security and data protection solutions,"

Sparxent|NetworkD has recognized its customers growing need for strategies to protect against corporate intellectual property data loss, which costs companies an average of $4.6 million. The partnership supports Sparxent|NetworkD’s corporate initiative to deliver best-of-breed data encryption technology to its customers. The partnership with Sophos also augments existing relationships with LANDesk and Verismic.

"Combining the strength of Sophos security and data protection offerings with Sparxent|NetworkD expertise in managing endpoint security offers significant value to both of our companies and to our customers," said Chris Doggett, director of global channel programs at Sophos. "The international reach of the partnership will help increase business opportunities well beyond traditional levels as well."

Companies interested in taking advantage of the new offering may contact Sparxent|NetworkD at info@networkd.com or visit networkd.com/Sophos_Products.html for more information.

About Sophos
Sophos enables enterprises all over the world to secure and control their IT infrastructure. Sophos's network access control, endpoint, web and email solutions simplify security to provide integrated defenses against malware, spyware, intrusions, unwanted applications, spam, policy abuse, data leakage and compliance drift. With over 20 years of experience, Sophos protects over 100 million users in nearly 150 countries with its reliably engineered security solutions and services. Recognized for its high level of customer satisfaction and powerful yet easy-to-use solutions, Sophos has received many industry awards, as well as positive reviews and certifications. More information is available at www.sophos.com

About Sparxent|NetworkD
Sparxent|NetworkD is a leading technology and business solution provider focused exclusively on the middle market. By combining global best-of-breed capabilities with hands-on local professionals, Sparxent|NetworkD is a comprehensive and single source for IT consulting, software and services. Sparxent|NetworkD is headquartered in Newport Beach California with regional offices and development centers throughout the United States, United Kingdom, France, Germany, and Ukraine. Visit us at networkd.com.

For more information, please contact Heidi Smith
Tel: 949.222.2287 Fax: 949.222.2226