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************************************************** For further information or direct quotes contact the individual specified at the bottom of the press release. To view the entire press release including charts go to www.vdc-corp.com/other/press/02/pr02-37.html ************************************************** Natick, Massachusetts - A new study by Venture Development Corporation (VDC) entitled The U.S. Aftermarket for Computer Accessories, Fourth Edition, concludes that the U.S. aftermarket shipments of 17 selected electronic/electrical computer accessories reached $1,020.0 million in 2001, and is forecast to reach $1,744.2 million in 2006, for a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.5%. 2001 Ranking of Selected Electronic/Electrical Computer Accessories by Growth Rate (From Fastest to Slowest) - CD Labels - CD Labeling Kits - Computer Starter Kits - Notebook PC Carrying Cases - Security Devices - Cleaning Kits - Media - Monitor Arms - Keyboard Drawers/Holders - Wrist Rests - Computer Tool Kits - Media Storage - Mouse Pads - Copy Holders - Desktop Printer Stands - Dust Covers - Monitor Overlays CD-R AND CD-RW WILL DRIVE GROWTH IN CD-R LABELING, CD MEDIA, AND CD STORAGE The popularity and growth of CD-R and CD-RW technologies, due in large part to their widespread use for music downloads and copying, as well as data storage, is one of the biggest growth drivers for non-electronic computer accessories. VDC believes that CD-R and CD-RW will have a strong impact on the following categories: - CD-R Labeling. The fastest-growing electronic/electrical computer accessories on a percentage basis will be CD-R labels and CD-R labeling kits.
