NASHVILLE, TN — August 8, 2003 — Nashville-based Equinox Information Systems announced that Z-Tel Communications, Inc. upgraded its telecom fraud management software to Protector 10. As a widely deployed fraud detection system, Protector 10 enables telecom carriers like Z-Tel to quickly identify suspect and fraudulent activity.

Z-Tel expanded its relationship with Equinox by upgrading current Protector software and acquiring an additional Protector 10 license. The system provides real-time fraud protection by identifying instances where customer usage varies from expected patterns in ways suggesting fraud.

"We have used Protector 9.0 successfully in the past to limit our exposure to telecom fraud," noted Debra Pate-Taitt, Z-Tel's Fraud Manager. "We are looking forward to taking advantage of the new anti-fraud features that Protector 10.0 offers."

David West, Equinox Executive Vice President, stated: "Z-Tel's decision to upgrade to Protector 10.0 as well as to purchase an additional Protector 10.0 license demonstrates the value of Protector fraud management software."


About Equinox Information Systems
Founded in 1986, Equinox Information Systems is a global provider of software solutions for the telecommunications industry, offering applications in mediation, fraud detection, CDR and switch administration, and network management, backed by exceptional customer support. For details, visit equinoxis.com or call (615) 612-1200.