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Internap CDN Powers Innovative, Dramatic Video Series Designed Specifically for the Internet

ATLANTA--Internap Network Services Corporation (NASDAQ:INAP), a global provider of fast, reliable end-to-end Internet business solutions, today announced it is powering the video site for Sanctuary, an original, online science fiction series developed by Stage 3 Media Inc. Internap's content delivery network (CDN), enables Stage 3 Media, an independent production company specializing in new media entertainment based in Vancouver, British Columbia, to transcend traditional media vehicles using the Web to reach a growing online audience around the world with innovative, original programming.

"We are the market leader in rich media streamingand we are playing to win. Our work with Stage 3 Media is a powerful illustration of Internap's ability to foster customer innovation. We take care of the underlying technology so that our customers can evolve and focus on growing their business," said James P. DeBlasio, president and chief executive officer for Internap. "We are the platform for bringing revolutionary, creative online content like the Sanctuary series to the Web, and are thrilled to work with Stage 3 Media on this unique initiative."

Sanctuary, Stage 3 Media's premier production, is the first broadcast quality, high-definition dramatic series designed specifically for the Web. Sanctuary is comprised of eight "Webisodes," each averaging 15 minutes in length. Internap's high-performance CDN architecture, which optimizes the transmission of content between origin sites and end destination, ensures that Sanctuary viewers worldwide enjoy high-quality delivery of the online show in 480p (DVD quality) resolution. Internap's team of Adobe Flash(R) experts also created a custom solution for Stage 3 Media, allowing developers to seamlessly integrate interactive features into Sanctuary's site, www.sanctuaryforall.com.

"In designing a direct-to-Web production of the scale and quality of Sanctuary, we needed the power of a global CDN that would be able to provide the highest quality Flash video on the market," said Ron Martin, vice president of New Media for Stage 3 Media. "Internap is the only company with the breadth of expertise and resources we require to deliver top-notch online programming to global audiences. We value Internap's ability to scale as we continue to grow and our viewership continues to increase."

Stage 3 Media leverages Internap's MediaConsole, an easy-to-use interface that provides comprehensive reporting and business analytics, including popularity levels of the show and other demographic information. In addition, Internap's scalability allows Stage 3 Media to manage the anticipated exponential growth of show viewership.

Nielsen/NetRatings estimates that 55 percent of homes with Internet service and 85 percent of offices now have high-speed broadband service. Stage 3 Media is capitalizing on this growth in broadband use by using Internap solutions to employ a direct-to-Web distribution strategy and to meet consumer demand for original video content.

About Sanctuary

Each Webisode of Sanctuary follows the exploits of Dr. Helen Magnus (Amanda Tapping, Stargate SG-1, Stargate Atlantis) as she seeks out all manner of terrifying and monstrous creatures. She is aided in her quest by her reluctant protg Will Zimmerman (Robin Dunne, Dawson's Creek, The Big Hit, Species 3) and her intrepid, if somewhat reckless, daughter Ashley (Emilie Ullerup, Battlestar Galactica). Together they are drawn into a frightening and mysterious world populated by beings that defy explanation. Sanctuary was created by veteran science fiction writer and producer Damian Kindler and directed by Martin Wood (Stargate SG-1, Stargate Atlantis). Kindler, Tapping and Wood serve as executive producers along with N. John Smith (Stargate SG-1, Stargate Atlantis). For more information or to view Webisodes 1 and 2 of Sanctuary, please visit www.sanctuaryforall.com.

About Stage 3 Media Inc.

Stage 3 Media is a new media company based in Vancouver, British Columbia. Founded in 2006, the Stage 3 Media management team boasts more than 70 years collective experience in television and film production, video game design and information technology. For more information on Stage 3 Media, please visit www.stage3media.com.

About Internap

Internap is a leading Internet solutions provider that manages, delivers and distributes applications and content with unsurpassed performance and reliability. With a global platform of data centers, managed IP services, content delivery network (CDN), and content monetization services, Internap frees its customers to drive innovation inside their business and create new revenue opportunities. More than 3,000 companies across the globe trust Internap to help them achieve their Internet business goals. Internap is "Making Innovation Possible." For more information visit www.internap.com.

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