Intel to Launch Arabic Web Portal
Intel to Launch Arabic Web Portal - LINKdotNET Develops MENA Web presence for Intel

Dubai, UAE, April 1, 2003

Regional Internet services leader, LINKdotNET, and Intel announced today plans to develop a regional, Arabic web portal. The new portal will service Intel reseller and solution providers, providing information about Intel products, channel member programs, Intel Authorized Distributors, local events and promotions, legal information, technical and marketing resources and other support services.

The new (www.intel.com/arabic) portal will help advance the development of new and niche markets by providing full Arabic content. It will contain the company’s latest news and announcements and a comprehensive portfolio of available products with complete product catalogues including detailed descriptions and specifications covering all solution categories.

Intel was looking to develop a stronger Internet presence in the region and one that would support Arabic as an integral part of their ongoing strategy to educate and develop local markets. LINKdotNET was selected because of its long track record of developing tailored web-based services and solutions that meet the needs of the local population.

After an extensive screening process, LINKdotNET was singled out from among various regional and global web-development firms. With intricate knowledge of the local language and culture, LINKdotNET proved to be the Internet solutions provider most adept to meeting the stringent requirements and standards set by Intel. The LINKdotNET development team underwent a series of tests conducted by Intel. They successfully demonstrated their competence in executing HTML for authors and CPS (Corporate Presence Server) operations and secured Intel Web Author Certification.

Ramy Abdallah, LINKdotNET VP of International Business, said: “We are committed to offering the highest levels of consultancy and expertise across the region. We are pleased to have been chosen to provide web-development solutions to such a respected multinational organization.”

With core operations in Internet and data communications, e-solutions, wireless mobile services, web hosting and development, data management, content development, and also a widespread online advertising network, LINKdotNET can offer its clients fully integrated technology solutions.

About Link Development
Founded in 1996 as a subsidiary of LINKdotNET, Link Development has developed, applied and refined methods for delivering leading-edge technology solutions, becoming one of the largest Microsoft certified teams in the region. Link Development, the development arm of LINKdotNET, achieved ISO 9001:2000 and CMMI Level 3 Certifications, further complementing the company's current standing as a world-class provider of e-solutions to leading businesses and governments, with particular focus on portals and intranets, e-commerce, EAI, CRM implementations and e-branding.

Link Development is a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner in Business Process and Integration, Custom Development Solutions, Information Worker Solutions, Microsoft Business Solutions and Advanced Infrastructure Solutions. These five competencies represent the highest level of competence and expertise with Microsoft technologies.

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