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Broadwing Communications, LLC, a consolidated subsidiary of Broadwing Corporation (Nasdaq:BWNG), today announced that Suddenlink Communications, soon-to-be one of the ten largest U.S. cable system operators after it closes announced acquisitions, will expand its long-standing relationship with the company, making Broadwing one of its primary network providers. Suddenlink (formerly Cebridge Connections) has turned to Broadwing for new mission-critical solutions. Broadwing supplied services include fiber lease, colocation, Internet Protocol (IP) and high speed Private Line -- providing flexible, cost-effective, seamless solutions for voice, video, and data applications. The delivery of these four new services will begin within a 60-day period, continuing a long-standing relationship between the companies. "We needed a partner that could match our diverse and expanding range of needs," said Terry Cordova, Senior Vice President of Engineering for Suddenlink. "Broadwing has reaffirmed itself as an ideal partner -- providing high-quality services via its innovative all-optical network." "By developing one-of-a kind solutions we can provide multi-system operators such as Suddenlink with the range of support they need to succeed," said Scott Widham, president of sales and marketing for Broadwing. "As the cable industry continues to expand, we know that our flexible and reliable offerings will arm Suddenlink with the tools needed to maximize growth." About Broadwing Corporation Broadwing Corporation (Nasdaq:BWNG), through its consolidated subsidiary Broadwing Communications, LLC (Broadwing) delivers innovative data, voice, and media solutions to enterprises and service providers. Enabled by its one-of-a-kind, all-optical network and award-winning products and services, Broadwing Communications provides communications solutions with unparalleled customer focus and speed. For more information, visit www.broadwing.com. Broadwing and its logo are trademarks and/or service marks of Broadwing Communications, LLC, and/or Broadwing Corporation. All trademarks and service marks not belonging to Broadwing are the property of their respective owners. Investor Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements Statements in this press release regarding Broadwing Corporation and/or Broadwing Communications, LLC (collectively "Broadwing"), that are not statements of historical fact may include forward-looking statements, and statements regarding Broadwing's beliefs, plans, expectations or intentions regarding the future are forward-looking statements, within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All such forward-looking statements are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Broadwing's actual results could differ materially from these statements. About Suddenlink Communications Formerly known as Cebridge Connections, Suddenlink Communications operates cable broadband systems. Upon closing all announced acquisitions, the company will be among the top-10 U.S. cable operators and will serve approximately 1.4 million customers. Committed to unlocking opportunities for those customers in their homes, offices, and communities, Suddenlink provides digital television, phone, high-speed Internet and other advanced services. Suddenlink is a wholly owned subsidiary of Cequel Communications.