McLean, Virginia. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 7th, 2001- Network Computing's 2001
Well Connected Award for the best Network Simulation Tool in the Network &
Systems Management category.

Analytical Engines, a leading provider of modeling and simulation tools, is the first company to deliver simple, fast, and accurate simulation tools designed specifically for information technology (IT) operations. With point-and-click speed and simplicity, Analytical Engines' software creates a window into the future that offers IT professionals the most accurate predictions possible for network and application performance under a limitless number of "what if" scenarios.

Editors from the leading high-tech publication selected Well Connected Award winners in categories organized around 8 core areas from among more than 300 products or services entered. The Well Connected Awards identify innovative products to help IT and network managers shorten the evaluation process in assessing new products. Dave Molta, Editor-at-Large for Network Computing says, "The Well-Connected Awards, brought to you annually for seven years now, represent our salute to the very best the industry has to offer. And we don't just take the cook's word for it. We "taste" the products in our labs, and if they aren't up to standards, we say so -- we don't mince words." "As network complexity has grown, simulation has become a must. This past year, simulating performance has gotten easier -- a good thing, since until now it has been difficult and expensive. NetRule by Analytical Engines is one standout, offering statistical simulation that is fast, accurate and easy. That's why we selected it as a Best of Show winner," explained Bruce Boardman, Executive Editor/Technology of Network Computing. Boardman spearheads testing at the Syracuse University labs.

"For Analytical Engines, winning Network Computing's 2001 Well Connected award is an honor and follows the high level of interest we are seeing in the marketplace for our modeling and simulation tool, NetRule," said Steve Post, Founder and Chief Technology Officer for Analytical Engines. "With an explosion in the rollout of enterprise networks and the continued growth of e-commerce, the number and complexity of networked systems is proliferating on a massive scale. Analytical Engines' unique software allows users to understand the performance that can be expected from the clients, network links, databases, application servers, enterprise systems and the many other components that combine to form these networked environments."

Already, large government agencies, Global 2000 companies, military and intelligence organizations, telecom carriers, ASPs and ISPs, and worldwide consulting firms are relying on Analytical Engines for the predictive insight that is critical to the successful deployment and management of increasingly complex networks and networked applications. 

The company's flagship product, NetRule, provides actionable information in seconds that enables smart, informed decision-making. NetRule's many uses includes: 

• Analyzing an infrastructure's ability to support proposed Service Level Agreements 
• Planning for network-component failures 
• Assessing bandwidth requirements for Voice over IP and videoconferencing 
• Deploying e-commerce systems 
• Evaluating technology migrations, mergers, and acquisitions 
• Planning application implementations without disrupting existing network services 

By breaking down the usability barriers that have plagued traditional simulation tools, Analytical Engines is focused on strengthening its customers' competitiveness as well as their bottom lines. NetRule delivers the visibility, information and analyses necessary to allow companies to best utilize current IT assets while eliminating the need to over-provision resources and over-engineer infrastructures. 

NetRule was also the recipient of the Best of Show Award in the Network Management category at NetWorld+Interop 2001 Las Vegas.

About Analytical Engines: 

Based in McLean, Virginia, Analytical Engines was founded in 1998 by industry veteran Dr. Stephen Post. By 2000, NetRule had established itself as the premier modeling and simulation tool on the market. In addition to its leading-edge software, Analytical Engine's team of experienced consultants works with clients to jump-start network planning, design, and optimization projects. Analytical Engines also offers maintenance contracts, technical support, and product training. The company is committed to providing world-class software and services tailored to each customer's unique requirements. Analytical Engines maintains a site on the World Wide Web at www.analyticalengines.com. 

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