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To: Curbstone who wrote (11836)	3/19/1999 8:15:00 PM
From: cazz	Respond to of 27722

ZD issued a press release yesterday claiming to be one of the select few also, so there must be more then one option for radio? ZDTV Radio Debuts On Microsoft Internet Explorer 5 for Windows; Audio Streaming Service Features Technology and News Information on Computers and the Internet SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 18, 1999--ZDTV, an affiliate of Ziff-Davis (NYSE:ZD), today announced the launch of ZDTV Radio, an audio streaming service featuring news and information on technology, computers, and the Internet. ZDTV Radio is available through Internet Explorer 5 for Windows, which debuts today in Redmond, Wash. (see: webevents.microsoft.com. "We are thrilled to be part of this select group of content providers featured on Internet Explorer 5," noted Greg Drebin, Senior Vice President, Programming and Production for ZDTV. "ZDTV Radio is a natural extension for ZDTV's growing television and Web audience. We have already proven our ability to provide an entertaining form of news and information on computing and technology, and are perfectly positioned to further our reach by taking this expertise and applying it to radio." ZDTV Radio online includes news briefs, call in shows, interviews and updates from the field. This content is created specifically for ZDTV Radio users. The Radio Station Guide on the Microsoft Web Events site has 10 buttons, similar to those on a car radio -- one of the presets will be dedicated to ZDTV Radio. "Creating ZDTV Radio as a separate online service meets the needs of a growing audience," noted Drebin. "In the workplace, for example, more people have access to PCs than televisions." In less than one year, ZDTV has become cable television's leading source for coverage of computing and the Internet, information, news, and in-depth reporting on topics as wide ranging as privacy, new products, and convergence among television, computers, and the Internet. ZDTV appeals to a wide range of viewers from the computer novice to the technology expert. Produced at the channel's state-of-the-art studios in San Francisco, ZDTV's programming ranges from cyber-tips and daily industry news to insightful features on emerging technologies. Specific shows include Internet Tonight, The Money Machine, Call For Help, Gamespot TV, The Screen Savers, Fresh Gear and Silicon Spin. As an integrated Web site to ZDTV, ZDTV.com enhances the television channel by providing dynamic, interactive programming that invites audience participation through the Internet. About Ziff-Davis Ziff-Davis is an integrated media and marketing company focused on computing and Internet-related technology, with principal platforms in print publishing, trade shows and conferences, online content, television, market research and education. The Company provides global technology companies with marketing strategies for reaching key decision-makers. Note to Editors: Product and company names mentioned herein may be registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective companies. CONTACT: ZDTV Peggy Keegan/Debbie Capuano/Judi Palmer, 415/551-4500 peggy_keegan@zd.com debbie_capuano@zd.com judi_palmer@zd.com KEYWORD: CALIFORNIA BW0191 MAR 18,1999 10:33 PACIFIC 13:33 EASTERN