OPNET Earns "Company To Watch 2002" Distinction from Network Computing
— OPNET one of seven network and systems management companies selected, and the only company selected in "performance and capacity planning" category —
BETHESDA, MD., January 16, 2002 -- OPNET Technologies (Nasdaq: OPNT) —the leading provider of intelligent network management software—today announced that it has earned the prestigious "Company To Watch 2002" status by CMP Media LLC's Network Computing. OPNET was named along with six other companies in the network and system management field, and was the only company named in the "Performance and Capacity Planning" sector.
CMP Media LLC's Network Computing considers "Company To Watch 2002" winners to be worthy of recognition for their significant contribution to their respective fields. To select the winners, CMP Media LLC's Network Computing turned to industry analysts who looked as far ahead as five years to predict customer demands as well as examined lessons learned in networking products and companies. In addition, the publication tracked customer feedback and forecasted future demands for this type of technology.
"Many of our customers turn to Network Computing to get the inside scoop on important networking technology issues so they can make informed decisions," stated Todd Kaloudis, OPNET's Vice President of Business Development & Marketing. "We're delighted to see our company being recognized for its success and potential."
About OPNET Technologies,
Inc.
Founded in 1986, OPNET Technologies, Inc. is the leading provider of
intelligent network management software. For more information about
OPNET and its products, visit www.opnet.com.
About Network Computing
Network
Computing (http://www.networkcomputing.com) published
by CMP Media LLC, Manhasset, N.Y., defines the core issues facing
people who manage technology in business —analyzing the critical
decision points in purchasing the products, technologies and services
that achieve corporate initiatives. Twice a month 220,000 IT professionals
turn to Network Computing to get
the information they need to make the right purchase decisions.
About CMP Media LLC
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OPNET Media Contact:
Margarita Castillo
OPNET Technologies, Inc.
(240) 497-3000
Media@opnet.com
www.opnet.com
OPNET Investor Relations:
Mel Wesley
OPNET Technologies
(240) 497-3000
ir@opnet.com
www.opnet.com