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Compuquip Technologies Named Premier Partner by Check Point Software Technologies

MIAMI, Nov. 19, 2002 – Compuquip Technologies Inc. today announced it has been named a Premier Partner of Check Point Software Technologies (Nasdaq: CHKP).

Compuquip is one of only two Florida-based systems integrators with this distinction, which Check Point awards to companies that demonstrate consistent sales revenue, staff expertise and technical certification in the IT security arena.

“We’re very pleased to receive this honor from Check Point,” said Alberto Dosal, president and CEO of Compuquip Technologies. “Our company’s market leadership and technical expertise coupled with Check Point’s award-winning software will result in countless benefits to our shared customers.”

Phil Humphrey, area manager with Check Point Software Technologies added, “Compuquip’s IT security proficiency and sales success will help us deliver to businesses secure enterprise-networking solutions.”

About Check Point Software Technologies
Check Point Software Technologies is the worldwide leader in securing the Internet. It is the confirmed market leader of both the worldwide VPN and firewall markets. The company's Secure Virtual Network (SVN) architecture provides the VPN and security infrastructure that uniquely enables secure and reliable Internet communications. SVN solutions, as delivered in the company's Next Generation product family, secure business communications and resources for corporate networks, remote employees, branch offices and partner extranets. Extending the power of SVN is Check Point's Open Platform for Security (OPSEC), the industry's framework and alliance for integration and interoperability with "best-of-breed" solutions from over 325 leading companies. Check Point solutions are sold, integrated and serviced by a network of 2,500 certified partners in 149 countries. For more information, please call us at (800) 429-4391 or (650) 628-2000 or visit us on the Web at http://www.checkpoint.com or at http://www.opsec.com.

About Compuquip Technologies
Compuquip Technologies, with offices in Miami and Tampa, provides technology consulting, systems integration and security services to businesses, state and local government agencies, educational institutions and non-profit organizations. Its engineers and technicians are certified by leading hardware and software providers, including Check Point, Cisco, Compaq/HP, Citrix, IBM, Microsoft, and Novell as well as Check Point OPSEC partners such as ISS, NetIQ, SurfControl, and Forescout. Compuquip Technologies’ clients include Lennar Corporation, Ocean Bank and Union Planters Bank. Additional information about Compuquip Technologies is available by calling (305) 436-7272 or visiting www.compuquip.com.
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