Boy Scouts of America Honors MPC Computers for Its Support of the 2005 National Scout Jamboree

NAMPA, Idaho, Oct. 24  /PRNewswire/ -- MPC Computers, a wholly owned subsidiary of HyperSpace Communications, Inc. (AMEX:HCO), announced today that it received an award from the Boy Scouts of America for its participation in the 2005 National Scout Jamboree.

Over 300 MPC systems were used in the registration area, as well as at various learning venues throughout the jamboree.  The venues were designed to provide hands-on experiences for the scouts to learn more about technology. Additionally, MPC provided a tent at the show displaying the company's products.

The National Scout Jamboree is a ten-day event held every four years at Fort A.P. Hill in Bowling Green, Virginia.  Over 30,000 Scouts and approximately 15,000 adult volunteers attended.  Some events were also open to the public and about 250,000 people participated.

"We are very pleased to be able to assist the Boy Scouts of America and are honored to have been such an integral part of the Jamboree," said Adam Lerner, Executive Vice President at MPC Computers. "Our investment in this event underscores MPC's strategic partnership with the organization and our willingness to help our customers in accomplishing their missions."

"By supplying PCs for this important event MPC has shown themselves to be a true supporter of our organization," said Don Wilson, Director National Scout Jamboree.  "We are pleased to present them with this award."

About MPC Computers:

MPC Computers provides award-winning computer products and IT solutions to its target markets of mid-sized businesses, government agencies and education organizations. MPC's mission is to provide its customers with a superior level of service and support in addition to its high-quality PC products. MPC, headquartered in Nampa, Idaho, is a wholly owned subsidiary of HyperSpace Communications, Inc. (AMEX:HCO).  More information about the company can be found at http://www.mpccorp.com/.

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