WOODSTOCK, IL (July 25, 2006) - Low-cost, premier national Internet Service Provider (ISP) OWC.net and parent company Other World Computing (OWC) the industry's leading technology solutions provider, announced today that the company will provide free Internet hosting services for the Adult &Child Rehab Center as a part of Other World Computing and OWC.net's efforts to continue to actively support and better the community. The center, located at 708 Washington St., Woodstock, is a non-profit organization that provides physical rehabilitation services to adults and children, equally benefiting the insured, underinsured and uninsured of McHenry and Boone counties.
"Over the years, Other World Computing and our subsidiary Internet service provider company OWC.net have participated in the Adult & Child Rehab Center annual telethon, Jail and Bail fundraiser, auctions, and most recently a 4th of July parking lot fundraiser," said OWC CEO Larry O'Connor.
"It is with the greatest pleasure that I get to announce that OWC.net will be using our expertise in aiding Adult & Child Rehab Center in creating a presence on the Internet."
OWC.net provides high quality, cost-efficient Internet service on a national basis, and is considered the premier Internet provider for Woodstock and McHenry County residents and businesses. Standard prices are less than half of other national Internet providers.
"Our hope is that the new OWC.net sponsored website for Adult & Child Rehab Center will help spread the word even further on the fantastic services the center and its staff provide so that all those who can benefit from the organization get the chance. Any time Other World Computing and OWC.net can help make this community a better place by supporting fine organizations like Adult & Child Rehab Center, it is a win-win for everyone," added OWC Public Relations Manager Rikki-Lee Travolta.
The Adult & Child Rehab Center's first web site will be launched by OWC.net within the next month with an independent media release and domain access information. The site design includes information about the center, its services and history, and opportunities for support.
Anyone interested in supporting Adult & Child Rehab Center can call 815-338-1707 for information.
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Pictured, from left, are Other World Computing CEO Larry O'Connor, Adult & Child Rehab Center Executive Director Kimberley Larson and Adult & Child Rehab Center Board President Lynn Fiala. O'Connor is accepting a plaque of recognition for Other World Computing's support.
About OWC.net
OWC.net is the premier Internet Service Provider of Illinois, providing nationwide Dial Up Internet access and local DSL connections at less than half the cost of other nationwide providers. The company offers a full range of web hosting and professional design services and is backed by a comprehensive toll-free access technical support team. OWC.net is based out of Woodstock, IL and is a subsidiary of Other World Computing, the area's leading technology employer as ranked by McHenry County Business Journal.
About Other World Computing
Other World Computing (OWC) has been providing quality hardware products and support to the computer universe since 1988. The Illinois-based company had revenues exceeding $35 million USD in 2005. OWC operates the popular
www.macsales.com e-commerce portal which features one of the largest online catalogs of computer and iPod enhancement products including Mercury, Neptune, and NewerTech acceleration and FireWire product lines. OWC is a Premiere Level Apple Developer Connection member and provides extensive technical support for Macintosh users around the world. The company management umbrella includes leading Internet Service Providers FasterMac.net and OWC.net, and is the area's leading technology employer as ranked by McHenry County Business Journal.
Information on Other World Computing is available online at
www.macsales.com or by calling locally (815) 338-8685 or toll free (800) 275-4576.
Company Contact:
Bill Herring
512-412-4009
bherring@macsales.com
Agency Contact:
Andy Marken
408-986-0100
andy@markencom.com