News on 1 May 2007

The Association of Service and Computer Dealers International, founded in 1981 is a worldwide, nonprofit organization, made up of companies who provide technology business solutions, technical support and value added services to the business community. The ASCDI represents its members through promotion and enforcement of professional business practices and by providing information, services and education to its members, the industry and the public. CODE OF PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT AND PRACTICES Members of the Association of Service and Computer Dealers, International (the "ASCDI") have pledged to honor and abide by the Code of Ethics (the "Code") to ensure the public of high standards in all dealings with ASCDI Members. The ASCDI seeks to enforce the Code through an Ethics Committee consisting of members of the ASCDI which considers alleged violations and renders Sanctions, including expulsion from the ASCDI and suspension from the ATN. The Code reflects the dedication of the Members of the ASCDI and Subscribers to the ATN to maintain the highest level of ethics and responsibility in their relationship with the public, other dealers and customers. The Code Members of the ASCDI agree to the following: Article I To maintain and enforce high standards of ethical professional conduct making Membership in the ASCDI a recognized mark of experience, integrity and competence. Article II To regard as confidential all information concerning the business and affairs of the customer. Article III To conduct business in a manner which brings credit to and enhances the reputation of the service and computer dealer industry. Article IV To publicize products and services in a professional manner, avoiding all conduct, practices and promotions likely to discredit the industry. Article V To broaden public understanding and enhance confidence in the computer dealer industry so that users will be encouraged to use Member products and services as their primary resource. Article VI In keeping with these principles, Members of the ASCDI and Subscribers to the ATN make the following pledge: a) To follow through and complete any agreement made verbally or otherwise to any ASCDI Member or non-member, prospect or customer. b) To conclude a transaction in a competent and professional manner once the parties have agreed to complete a specific transaction. c) To honor an offer that has been accepted as expeditiously as possible. d) To fully disclose all limitations on the authority of an employee or agent representing a Member or Subscriber to a transaction. e) To use only one name, identity or affiliation in all negotiations or in a competitive bidding environment. f) To refrain from disparaging others by statement or innuendo. g) To respond to any complaint alleging violation of the Code and participate in all proceedings prescribed by the ASCDI Board of Directors. Conclusion The Ethics Committee reviews infractions of the Code with regard to ethical behavior and the integrity of its Members. Members found in violation of the Code will be subject to disciplinary action, including expulsion from the ASCDI.