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Beethoven.com Delivers All-Request Classical Music ‘Without the Attitude’ using Internap’s Ad Delivery Service and Content Delivery Network (CDN)Internap’s Ad Services team helps Internet-based radio station subsidize Web presence through online advertisingATLANTA, GA – (April 14, 2008) – Internap Network Services Corporation (NASDAQ: INAP), a global provider of end-to-end Internet business solutions, announced today that Beethoven.com radio, The World’s Classical Radio Station, has selected Internap’s ad delivery service and content delivery network (CDN) to monetize its Web site and deliver classical music to new audiences around the world. Beethoven.com, a Connecticut-based Internet radio station and streaming audio content provider, offers 24 / 7 classical music programming hosted by on-air personalities. Features include live requests, listener contests and specialty shows. The station also provides cultural information, news and shopping tailored to the discerning taste of the classical music lover. The station has been pushing the envelope over the years to move away from the “stuffy” attitude sometimes associated with classical music in order to attract new audiences. “Our listeners love the fact that they can interact with us online and Internap has provided us with the perfect solution to make this possible,” said Nicole Marie, program director at Beethoven.com. “We’ve had listeners from Alabama, and as far away as Ireland, come all the way to Connecticut to attend our events. Some listeners have even baked us cookies – that’s how strong our online community has become.” Internap’s CDN enables Beethoven.com to stream programming online to audiences across the globe. The company offers broadcasters robust network solutions allowing radio stations to subsidize the cost associated with creating a strong online presence. Internap’s technology also provides comprehensive reporting data, including real-time audience metrics, so advertisers can maximize their ROI and expand into new markets. “Beethoven.com has become one of the most popular online classical radio stations by creating an engaging Web presence that has transformed into an international community,” said James P. DeBlasio, president and chief executive officer at Internap. “Internap provides radio stations with superior streaming quality and maximum control over their advertising content, creating new revenue streams through intelligent advertising.” About Beethoven.com Beethoven.com® also provides cultural information, classical music news and shopping tailored to the discerning taste of the classical music lover. About Internap Internap “Safe Harbor” Statement Our Annual Report on Form 10-K/A, subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, recent Current Reports on Form 8-K and other Securities and Exchange Commission filings discuss the foregoing risks, as well as other important risk factors that could contribute to such differences or otherwise affect our business, results of operations and financial condition. We undertake no obligation to revise or update any forward-looking statement for any reason. Press Contact: Investor Contact:
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