Our
solid financial foundation and our record results in 1999
allow us to focus exclusively on executing our business plans.
We do not discount the adverse factors. Our competition continues
to be formidable and I expect them to respond aggressively
to our push. The marketplace is still confused in determining
what is the right technology to satisfy the Internet requirements.
We are still at the beginning of our new portfolio life cycle
and we need to successfully integrate our acquisitions in
order to create a new whole greater than the parts. But, we
are focused, determined and we know how to fight tough battles.
We encourage
enthusiasm and creativity among our employees. Our greatest
strength is our workforce. They are talented, vision-driven
professionals with profound energy and excitement about our
future. They are focused on providing the best products and
the best support in the marketplace.
Finally,
and most importantly, we are committed to increasing your
stockholder value.
