OTTAWA, June 2 /PRNewswire/ --

- Leading Subscriber-Centric Service Control Vendor to Provide Best of Breed Network Access Control Solution for 4G Network

ALLEROED, Denmark, June 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Contex, the world-leading developer of wide format scanning and imaging solutions, and VIDAR, a Contex Group company, have announced the launch of the SD Series - a revolutionary, affordable range of user-friendly scanners with all-new enhanced CIS technology.

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ALLEROED, Denmark, June 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Nextimage, a new generation multi-function software solution, signals the end of fine-tuning and re-scanning for imaging professionals.

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The powerful software for wide format scanners makes scanning tasks faster with an intuitive user interface and advanced imaging features. It also intelligently corrects every scan for contrast, balance and detail - to cut out re-scanning and increase user productivity. Providing true multi-function capability, the new software features integrated scanning, copying and editing utilities.

WASHINGTON, June 2 /PRNewswire/ --

- SIIA's OnDemand Europe 2008 Will Bring Industry Leaders Together in Amsterdam June 9-11

What does the future of the Software as a Service (SaaS) industry look like, and how will companies that enable or deliver SaaS solutions continue to thrive in the current economic climate? What challenges are on the horizon for delivering SaaS solutions, and how are leading global technology companies addressing those challenges?

SAN JOSE, California, June 2 /PRNewswire/ --

Micrel Inc., (Nasdaq: MCRL), an industry leader in analog, high bandwidth communications and Ethernet IC solutions, today launched the SY89610L, a Precision Frequency Synthesizer featuring ultra-low jitter. The new device is targeted at Datacom, Telecom, Servers, and Storage markets, specifically, SONET/SDH, 10GeB FEC, 10GeB LAN PHY, and Add-drop MUXs applications. The IC is currently available in volume with pricing starting at US$12.84 for 1k quantities. Samples can now be ordered on line on Micrel's web site at: http://www.micrel.com/ProductList.do.

HERZLIA, Israel, June 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Schema, Ltd, an industry leading global provider of network optimization software solutions for telecommunications operators, announced today the appointment of Mr. Menahem Tirosh as its Chief Executive Officer.

PARIS, June 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Alcatel-Lucent (Euronext Paris and NYSE: ALU) today announced that Tatung InfoComm, a wholly owned subsidiary of a Taiwanese conglomerate, Tatung Co., has selected Alcatel-Lucent to deploy a commercial WiMAX 802.16e-2005 (Rev-e) network in Penghu County, Taiwan. This advanced, flexible new WiMAX network will serve Penghu County, enabling its people and businesses to access a range of high-speed, high-quality wireless mobile broadband services, as part of the commercial launch for its WiMAX services.

HERZLIYA, Israel, June 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Angioslide, Ltd. today announced the closing of an US$8.6 million Series C financing round. Angioslide is the developer of the unique Angioslide eXtra(TM) angioplasty balloon catheter that provides dual functionality in a single device offering balloon angioplasty with embolic protection. The device has received European CE Mark approval for lower limb use and FDA clearance is expected by end of 2008. The financing will be used to support sales and marketing efforts in the U.S. and Europe as well as for continuous development of expanded market applications. European sales activities shall commence September 2008.

It used to be you went to see a doctor, he gave expert advice and you did what you were told.

In today's world, patients have the opportunity to become more knowledgeable, sometimes increasing problems (diagnosing themselves) and sometimes causing impatience with hurried doctors who don't want to argue but most often a better understanding of the issues is good for everyone.

Due to that, there is growing interest in shared decision-making (SDM) in which the clinician and patient go through all phases of the decision-making process together, share treatment preferences, and reach an agreement on treatment choice.

LONDON, June 2 /PRNewswire/ --

- Tripwire Enterprise Chosen by uSwitch.com to Enable it to Maintain a Known and Trusted State Across all of its IT Systems

uSwitch.com, the independent price comparison and switching service, has implemented configuration assessment & change auditing software solutions from Tripwire. The solutions are part of the online and telephone based company's ongoing drive to ensure regulatory, security and operational compliance across its IT infrastructure and to remain compliant with the latest Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) accounting standards.