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Aladdin Attains Gold Certified Partner Status in Microsoft Partner Program
Aladdin Recognized with Microsoft Competency in OEM Hardware Solutions
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CHICAGO, September 5, 2006 - Aladdin Knowledge
Systems (NASDAQ: ALDN), the leader in Software DRM, identity management and
content security solutions, today announced it has achieved Gold Certified Partner
status in the Microsoft Partner Program recognizing Aladdin's impact in the technology
marketplace. As a Gold Certified Partner Aladdin has both demonstrated expertise
with Microsoft Technologies and proven ability to meet customers' needs. Microsoft
Gold Certified Partners receive a rich set of benefits, including training and support,
giving them a competitive advantage with their customers.
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In order to obtain Gold Certified Partner Status, the program's most prestigious
level, Aladdin declared a Microsoft Competency in OEM Hardware Solutions. The focus
on a specific competency differentiates a partner's capabilities with certain Microsoft
products, setting requirements designed to represent the skills and services the
partner offers. Aladdin's HASP and eToken products based on Microsoft technologies
provide powerful, proven solutions for data protection and identity management.
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"Customers are looking for partner companies that can bridge the gap between their
business demands and technology capabilities," said Allison Watson, vice president
of the Worldwide Partner Sales and Marketing Group at Microsoft Corp. "They need
to trust in someone that can act as an expert adviser for their long-term strategic
technology plans. Microsoft Gold Certified Partners, which have certified expertise
and direct training and support from Microsoft, can build a positive customer experience
with our technologies. Today, Microsoft recognizes Aladdin as a new Microsoft Gold
Certified Partner for demonstrating its expertise in providing customer satisfaction
with Microsoft products and technology."
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"Aladdin is pleased to obtain Gold Certified Partner status in the Microsoft Partner
Program," said Yanki Margalit, CEO of Aladdin Knowledge Systems. "Our customers
continue to benefit from our ongoing cooperation with Microsoft and solid integration
with Aladdin's HASP and eToken solutions. Gold Certified Partner status clearly
underscores our commitment to maximizing the Aladdin-Microsoft relationship."
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The Microsoft Partner Program was launched in December 2003 and represents Microsoft's
ongoing commitment to the success of partners worldwide. The program offers a single,
integrated partnering framework that recognizes partner expertise, rewards the total
impact partners make in the technology marketplace, and delivers more value to help
their businesses be successful. For more information, visit https://partner.microsoft.com.
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About Aladdin
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Aladdin Knowledge Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ALDN), founded in 1985, is a global provider
of security solutions. Its security products are organized into two segments: Software
Digital Rights Management (DRM) and Enterprise Security. Aladdin's
Software DRM products allow software developers and publishers to protect their
intellectual property, increase revenues through licensing, and reduce losses from
software piracy. Aladdin's Enterprise Security solutions enable organizations to
secure their information technology assets by controlling who has access to their
networks (identity and password management) and what content
their users can utilize (proactive content security). Aladdin
has offices in 10 countries, a worldwide network of channel partners and holds numerous
industry awards for innovation and reliability. For more information, please visit
the Aladdin Web site at www.Aladdin.com.
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