Oct. 29, 2001 — Slingshot Communications, the leader in prepaid Internet access, today announced the release of a downloadable application that allows customers easy access to the Internet after a 30 second, 1 step installation process. The Slingshot Internet access Starter CD, previously available only at retail stores, is now available online at www.slingshot.com.

"We have received a tremendous number of customer requests for a downloadable version of our Starter CD software, and are pleased to offer the easiest possible installation experience along with enhanced product features to our customers," says Eddie Yip, Director of Marketing. "Our product is so superior to anything else in the marketplace that we are giving customers a chance to try the product before they buy."

The new software configures itself and locates a local number automatically, so users can get online more quickly. With the improved phone number selection and dialing option, users also have the ability to enter the number manually after looking it up on the Slingshot website, if they choose. Slingshot requires no personal information and provides nationwide access to the Internet with live Customer Support. In addition to the small software footprint, new features include auto-authentication, faster connect speed, and enhanced user interface and e-mail service.

After connecting to the Internet with the free trial software, consumers can "pay-as-you-go", purchasing additional minutes as needed. Even if there are zero minutes left on the account, the user can still access the Slingshot website to purchase more minutes. Minutes are available online at www.slingshot.com and at over 10,000 retail locations nationwide including Staples, Comp USA, RentWay, and Circle K.

"We have found that there is a large base of customers who want to control the cost of their Internet Access or are concerned about disclosing personal information on the Internet," said Keith Kegley, CEO. "Slingshot has the perfect solution for them and with availability of the downloadable software it’s easier to get online than ever before."

About Slingshot
Slingshot Communications is a prepaid technology and application service provider, founded by a team of Microsoft veterans. The initial Slingshot product is an inexpensive, toll-free, prepaid Internet access CD. The product has been available since November 2000 and this is the first major upgrade of the product and its features. For more information, visit www.slingshot.com.