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To: sepku who wrote (26508)	12/5/1997 6:04:00 PM
From: Gary Korn	Read Replies (3) \| Respond to of 61433

(REUTERS) U.S. OPTIONS FOCUS/Investors jump on Ascend ride U.S. OPTIONS FOCUS/Investors jump on Ascend ride CHICAGO, Dec 5 (Reuters) - Options investors jumped on the Ascend Communications Inc <ASND.O> takeover bandwagon Friday, snapping up calls on speculation that the computer networking gear maker would be bought out, traders said. But they said all the action was on the retail side, indicating institutional investors were staying away. "There's all kinds of retail speculation out there," said one options trader in New York. "There's an absolute flood of retail orders. Nothing institutional." Some options participants believe institutional activity often lends credence to takeover speculation. MORE * end of story *

To: sepku who wrote (26508)	12/5/1997 6:08:00 PM
From: getgo234	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 61433

To Style Pts and others: Given that we did not have an announcement regarding LU acquiring ASND today do you think the probalility that ASND is in play has been reduced significantly ? Given that we saw approx 48 million shares traded in the past two days is it a given that ASND is in play and it only a matter of time before an offer is made ? Finally if CEO wants to let the world know that ASND is available at the right price what is the best course of action to ensure the highest price for current shareholders ? Thank you for your comments.

To: sepku who wrote (26508)	12/5/1997 6:12:00 PM
From: Raymond	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 61433

Another buyout rumor! AMD buying out INTC!! >>>Looks like the suiters now are moving toward SHVA. Believe it or not, Shiva Corp. may be interested in ASND's technology. They would compliment Shiva's products well.<<< >>> ROFLMFAO!! Chi, please -- PLEASE -- tell me you aren't suggesting that Shiva may take over ASND?? Of all the bull$#!t rumors you could possible hear, that one is the most pathetic! I hope that is not what you are implying... <<<