CLINTON, Miss., October 3, 2002 - The following statement should be attributed to Jennifer Baker, WorldCom spokesperson:
"Today WorldCom experienced an issue on its IP network, affecting approximately 20 percent of our U.S. IP customer base. Service to our customers has been restored. A preliminary investigation indicates there was a route table issue. We will continue to monitor the network, and we apologize to our customers who were affected."
About WorldCom, Inc.
WorldCom, Inc. (NASDAQ: WCOEQ, MCWEQ) is a pre-eminent global communications provider for the digital generation, operating in more than 65 countries. With one of the most expansive, wholly-owned IP networks in the world, WorldCom provides innovative data and Internet services for businesses to communicate in today's market. In April 2002, WorldCom launched The Neighborhood built by MCI - the industry's first truly any-distance, all-inclusive local and long-distance offering to consumers. For more information, go to http://www.worldcom.com.
| Area: | Global |
| Name: | News Bureau |
| Role: | Media Relations |
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