Ecuity signs DigiLink as reseller for hosted VoIP services Former Level3 (3)Tone(TM) reseller newest channel partner BELLEVUE, WA, April 18 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ecuity, Inc., (OTC BB: ECUI.OB), a leading enhanced Voice over Internet communications company delivering solutions for the small-to-medium business and residential markets, announced today execution of a long-term reseller agreement with DigiLink, Inc., Southern California's premier Internet Service Provider (ISP). DigiLink, a former reseller of Level 3's discontinued (3)Tone Hosted IP-PBX(TM) services, will begin immediately transitioning customers to Ecuity's next generation V-Tone(TM) network platform of enhanced voice services. "In reviewing our vendor options, we were extremely impressed with the stability, capacity, and flexibility of the Ecuity platform," per Bob Atkins, DigiLink CEO. "We see enhanced IP Voice services as an important and growing market opportunity for better servicing our large base of existing and prospective customers. We wanted to be certain that we aligned ourselves this time with a partner with the appropriate resources and commitment to a long-term presence and ongoing development of our market. Our experiences with Ecuity to date have been outstanding. We've really appreciated the open-minded and supportive approach of Ecuity's professional staff and management, and look forward to building a strong and mutually profitable relationship," shared Atkins. Headquartered in Marina Del Rey, California, DigiLink has distinguished itself since 1994 as the premier Internet Service Provider for small-medium business and enterprise customers. "We're extremely pleased to have an opportunity to work with a talented and dedicated organization like DigiLink in addressing the huge opportunity for hosted IP Voice services within the greater Los Angeles market area," per Jon Schnelz, Ecuity's Vice President of Technology. "DigiLink's selection of Ecuity's V-Tone platform over a number of competing vendors as their replacement solution for (3)Tone services provides strong validation of the tremendous success in our ongoing efforts to deliver a recognizable difference in the Quality, Performance, and Stability of our platform." Per Schnelz "Not only can service providers such as DigiLink transition their customers immediately, but they will enjoy a richer set of features than they've previously experienced, including the ability to customize features and services through our service creation environment of available support systems, such as private-label logo branding and comprehensive Web-based systems for sign-up, provisioning, phone number approval, phone number assignment and customer data updates. Ecuity has been in the voice and data solutions business for 18 years, and is one of the first facilities-based carriers to offer wholesale residential and business-class VoIP solutions that enable carriers, CLECs, IXCs, cable operators, ISPs, and other value added resellers to provide carrier-quality voice and data services direct to businesses and consumers. Hosted IP telephony offerings include V-Tone Office IP PBX and IP Centrex solutions for larger organizations, Small Office, Remote Office and Residential offerings, as well as mobile worker "soft phone" and VoWiFi solutions for delivery of advanced communications services via PC's, laptops, and Pocket PC(TM)-compatible PDA's and cellular phones. Additionally, Ecuity offers a nationwide broadband, origination and termination services, centralized billing, technical support and customer service. As a result of its success in delivering cutting edge Voice Over Internet Protocol (VoIP) services to customers nationwide, Ecuity's subsidiary Ecuity Advanced Communications was named to the 2004 "Pulver 100" - which is the VoIP industry's premier listing of companies that represent the future of the communications industry. Ecuity's innovative V-Tone VoIP services are available in national and international markets. For information on becoming an Ecuity reseller call 1-866-41 VTONE (866-418-8663) or visit http://www.ecuityinc.com/. About DigiLink (http://www.digilink.net/) Since 1994, DigiLink has stood alone as Southern California's premier Internet Service Provider. Founded by a networking engineer who couldn't find a reliable ISP for his clients, DigiLink's obsession with sound engineering and precision crafted networks has led to a reputation as the place to go for businesses looking for solid business internetworking solutions. DigiLink's services include: High-bandwidth/low-latency network connectivity, including Internet connectivity and Wide Area Networks (Fiber, T3, T1, and, DSL); Server hosting and server co-location, including web hosting and e-mail hosting (with anti-virus/anti-spam service); and Consulting, integration, and custom solutions. About Ecuity, Inc. (http://www.ecuityinc.com/) Ecuity is a provider of end-to-end unified communication technologies for the small- to medium-business market. Ecuity uses secure next-generation voice services, instant messaging, data transfer, internet, conference calling and enterprise software to create solutions that meet the communication needs of today's business world. As a facilities-based carrier, Ecuity has operated as a traditional telephone company for 17 years, providing service to thousands of customers in the Northwest. Through the integration of web-based telecommunications and cutting-edge software technology, Ecuity economically delivers secure unified communication solutions that break down distance, time and media barriers to allow people to communicate anywhere, anytime and across multiple mediums. Ecuity has offices in Bellevue and Seattle, Washington. This report includes "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. The information in this news release includes certain forward-looking statements that are based upon assumptions that in the future may prove not to have been accurate and are subject to significant risks and uncertainties, including statements as to the future performance of the company. Although the company believes that the expectations reflected in its forward-looking statements are reasonable, it can give no assurance that such expectations or any of its forward-looking statements will prove to be correct. Factors that could cause results to differ include, but are not limited to, successful performance of internal plans, product development acceptance, and the impact of competitive services and pricing and general economic risks and uncertainties. For more information, please contact: For Ecuity: For DigiLink: Laina Cole Derek Soulakis Telephone: (206) 210-5030 Telephone: (877) 801-8533 DATASOURCE: Ecuity, Inc. CONTACT: For Ecuity: Laina Cole, Telephone: (206) 210-5030, ; For DigiLink: Derek Soulakis, Telephone: (877) 801-8533,

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