Hughes Network Systems Increases Protection of DIRECWAY Subscribers Against Spam and Email Security Threats

GERMANTOWN, Md., Aug. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Hughes Network Systems, LLC (HNS) today announced it will deliver an enhanced e-mail defense service to DIRECWAY(R) consumer and small business subscribers. The service will improve the broadband experience for more than 250,000 current DIRECWAY users through the addition of leading-edge spam and virus-fighting tools, using technology provided by MX Logic, Inc.

"HNS selected MX Logic technology because it blocks up to 98 percent of spam and protects customers' inboxes from viruses, worms, phishing attacks, and other email threats. We expect it will reduce spam-related costs by approximately 90 percent, saving DIRECWAY subscribers both time and money while ensuring their peace of mind-a key concern for HNS," said Peter Gulla, HNS vice president.

According to a recent study by the PEW Internet American Life Project, 91 percent of Internet users said they made at least one change in their online behavior to protect their computers from unwanted elements such as spyware and viruses. DIRECWAY's enhanced e-email defense services will provide subscribers with a combination of proven spam filters, anti-virus engines, fraud protection, content and attachment filtering, and e-mail attack protection, empowering them with more control and better protection.

"E-mail has become an indispensable tool in our daily lives, and consumers need assistance in combating an increasing number of unwanted email and threats," continued Gulla. "We want to make sure that we are doing everything in our power to prevent our subscribers from falling victim to these threats, and we believe we've found the best protection available for them. With this new email defense service, DIRECWAY subscribers will have a safer, more enjoyable broadband experience."

At the heart of the MX Logic Email Defense solutions is MX Logic's patent- pending Stacked Classification Framework(R) -- a multi-layered spam-detection system that combines the industry's most powerful spam-fighting techniques. The proven spam filters in the Stacked Classification Framework are part of MX Logic's 20-plus layers of email defense. Each layer of defense has unique strengths designed to identify specific threats.

About MX Logic

MX Logic, Inc. provides innovative email defense solutions that ensure email protection and security for businesses, service providers, government organizations, and resellers and their customers. The company's feature-rich solution suite is the industry's most comprehensive, flexible and easy to use. MX Logic processes billons of messages each month for over 4,300 organizations worldwide. For more information, visit http://www.mxlogic.com/.

About Hughes Network Systems

Hughes Network Systems, LLC (HNS) is the world's leading provider of broadband satellite network solutions for businesses and consumers, with more than 800,000 systems ordered or shipped to customers in 85 countries. HNS pioneered the development of high-speed satellite Internet access services and IP-based networks, which it markets globally under the DIRECWAY(R) brand. DIRECWAY terminals are based on the IPoS (IP over Satellite) global standard, approved by the TIA, ETSI, and ITU standards organizations.

Headquartered outside Washington, D.C., in Germantown, Maryland, USA, HNS maintains sales and support offices worldwide. SkyTerra Communications, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: SKYT) and The DIRECTV Group, Inc. each own 50% of HNS. SkyTerra is its managing member. For additional information, please visit http://www.hns.com/.

Hughes and Hughes Network Systems are trademarks of Hughes Network Systems, LLC. DIRECWAY is a trademark of The DIRECTV Group, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.