Marc Willebeek-LeMair, chief technology officer (CTO) at 3Com, has been named to the InfoWorld CTO 25 for 2007, a prestigious industry honor from a top technology industry media outlet.

?Marc Willebeek-LeMair was selected as a CTO 25 award winner because he is among an elite class of visionary executives who believe that leading-edge technology equals leading-edge business,? said Steve Fox, InfoWorld editor-in-chief. ?Their constant invention and reinvention of strategic tools, coupled with an eagle eye for business opportunity, provide a blueprint for IT success.?

At 3Com, Willebeek-LeMair has been the catalyst behind the company's innovative Bi-Planar Network strategy that overlays full attack, access and application control to the connectivity plane of network switches and routers. TippingPoint's Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) established the benchmark in delivering intelligence into the control plane. Additionally, Willebeek-LeMair's innovative network model enables organizations to deploy Network Access Control (NAC), application performance and acceleration, and user authentication to add differentiation and advanced features to the network.

?I am honored to receive this prestigious distinction from InfoWorld,? said Willebeek-LeMair. ?Enterprise organizations are increasingly implementing more complex, value-added networks that reach more users and deliver a competitive advantage. This award represents the collaboration and hard work of our many talented individuals who make our vision a reality. We are committed to helping our customers navigate the technical challenges they face to achieve their business goals.?

Each year, InfoWorld honors IT executives who have shown leadership both inside and outside their companies. Nominations are reviewed and winners selected by the InfoWorld executive editorial team. InfoWorld is a media brand owned by International Data Group (IDG).

About InfoWorld Media Group

InfoWorld Media Group helps IT solutions management choose the right technology, within the context of a cohesive strategy, for business impact at their organizations. Rather than merely covering the enterprise technology market, InfoWorld identifies and promotes emerging technology segments that add unique value for the organizations that implement them, as well as the vendors that provide those solutions. Using an integrated communications approach including online, events, a weekly print publication, research, and a continued investment in an independent Test Center, InfoWorld analysts and editors provide both hands-on analysis and evaluation, as well as expert commentary on issues surrounding emerging technologies and products. Visit InfoWorld at http://www.infoworld.com.

About International Data Group (IDG)

International Data Group (IDG) is the world's leading technology media, events, and research company. IDG's online network includes more than 450 web sites spanning business technology, consumer technology, digital entertainment and video games worldwide. IDG publishes more than 300 magazines and newspapers in 85 countries including CIO, CSO, Computerworld, GamePro, InfoWorld, Macworld, Network World, and PC World. IDG's lead-generation service, IDG Connect, matches technology companies with an audience of engaged, high-quality IT professionals, influencers, and decision makers.

IDG is a leading producer of more than 750 technology-related events including Macworld Conference & Expo, LinuxWorld Conference & Expo, Entertainment for All Expo (E for All), DEMO, and IDC Directions. IDC, a subsidiary of IDG, is the premier global provider of market intelligence, advisory services, and events. Over 900 IDC analysts in more than 90 countries provide global, regional, and local expertise on technology and industry opportunities and trends.

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About 3Com Corporation

3Com Corporation (NASDAQ: COMS) is a leading provider of secure, converged voice and data networking solutions for enterprises of all sizes. 3Com offers a broad line of innovative products backed by world class sales, service and support, which excel at delivering business value for its customers. Through its TippingPoint division, 3Com is a leading provider of network-based intrusion prevention systems that deliver in-depth application protection, infrastructure protection, and performance protection. 3Com also owns H3C Technologies Co., Limited (H3C), a China-based provider of network infrastructure products. H3C brings innovative and cost-effective product development and manufacturing and a strong footprint in one of the world's most dynamic markets. For further information, please visit www.3com.com, or the press site www.3com.com/pressbox.

Copyright © 2007 3Com Corporation. 3Com and the 3Com logo are registered trademarks and TippingPoint is a trademark of 3Com Corporation. All other company and product names may be trademarks of their respective holders.

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