BlackBall's BlackMagic Server Edition Wins Best of Interop at NetWorld+Interop 2004 Las Vegas; Software Solution Simplifies Finding Files, MP3s, Videos, Graphics

SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 13, 2004--BlackMagic Server Edition from BlackBall Inc. won the Best of Interop Award in the Network Applications Software category. CMP Media announced the winners today during NetWorld+Interop 2004 in Las Vegas.

BlackMagic Server Edition is an intelligent data file system that uses familiar web and Windows(TM) interfaces to help you find files on local and network volumes. BlackMagic transparently solves complex problems of data management, replacing the need for separate applications such as document, digital asset, storage and database management, or content delivery and management.

“It's hard to believe that it's easier to find something on the Internet using free search tools than it is to find something on your own hard drive or on network”

"It's hard to believe that it's easier to find something on the Internet using free search tools than it is to find something on your own hard drive or on network," said Patricia Brown, President & COO BlackBall, Inc. "We're thrilled that CMP recognizes that we're solving a distinct problem for aggravated users trying to locate the right file at the right time. Our thanks to them for this recognition."

The editors of CMP Media's CRN, Network Computing, VARBusiness and Network Magazine, four of CMP Media's premier information technology publications, reviewed over 150 submissions while evaluating new products. Finalists were then selected in 10 categories. BLACKMAGIC was named a Finalist in Network Applications Software category. The Best of Interop Awards are designed to help IT and network managers shorten the evaluation process in assessing new technology and products.

About CMP Media LLC

CMP Media LLC (www.cmp.com) is a leading integrated media company providing essential information and marketing services to the entire technology spectrum--the builders, sellers and users of technology worldwide. Capitalizing on its editorial strength, CMP is uniquely positioned to offer marketers comprehensive, integrated media solutions tailored to meet their individual needs. Its diverse products and services include newspapers, magazines, Internet products, research, direct marketing services, education and training, trade shows and conferences, and custom publishing.

About BlackBall(R), Inc.

BlackBall(R), Inc. is the leader in content-aware storage solutions through its BlackMagic series of products. Four year old BlackBall is based in San Diego, California. For more information, contact BlackBall at [e-mail], [phone], or visit www.blackball.us.