, a newly-formed subsidiary of
Perot Systems, said, "We value and trust the confidence that CMS has placed in
Perot Systems. We disclaim any intention or obligation
to revise any forward -looking statements whether as a result of new
information, future developments, or otherwise. And ,
for the first time, phishing appeared on the top Internet and telemarketing
scams lists gathered by the National Consumers League in 2004.C. To check whether the message is
really from the company or agency, call it directly or go to the
company's Web site. Our mission is to protect and promote social and
economic justice for consumers and workers in the United States and abroad .

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"Just delete it. Microsoft provides consumers with
the information and technology that will help protect all of us from this
pervasive and destructive threat, and has filed legal action today against
some of these individuals.

Microsoft is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corp.

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In its role as a MEDIC,
Perot Systems Government Services will have the opportunity to assist CMS in
the identification of fraud, waste and abuse in the new Medicare prescription
drug program. Securities and
Exchange Commission and available at http://www.m. in the United
States and/or other countries .

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Through its flexible and collaborative approach,
Perot Systems integrates expertise from across the company to deliver custom
solutions that enable clients to accelerate growth, streamline operations and
create new levels of customer value. Please refer to our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the
fiscal year ended December 31, 2004, as filed with the U.S."
Kornblum announced that Microsoft is filing 117 lawsuits against alleged
phishers as part of its commitment to protecting consumers against phishing
and other cybercrime. The company is filing the lawsuits today in the U.

About The National Consumer League
The National Consumers League, founded in 1899, is America 's pioneer
consumer organization. Consumers from across the United States and Canada can call
(800) 876-7060, Monday through Friday, 9 a.fraud.

Sites listed here should relate to fraud and abuse, claims mismanagement, fraudulent billing, non adherence to regulatory statutes related to healthcare , and OIG classifications for non compliance.

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The agency will
use a combination of data monitoring and analysis; and work with law
enforcement, prescription drug plans, and consumers groups to protect
consumers and enforce Medicare's rules. If you don't have the telephone number, get it from
the phone book, the Internet or directory assistance.

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Perot Systems Named as Medicare Drug Integrity Contractor

Company May Assist CMS in Preventing Fraud and Abuse in Prescription Drug
Program

PLANO, Texas, Perot Systems Corporation
(NYSE: PER ) today announced that its government services subsidiary has been
named one of eight new Medicare Drug Integrity Contractors (MEDICs) by the
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
Of the contract, Kevin McFarling, president of the newly-formed Perot
Systems Government Healthcare Solutions, Inc. EST, or fill out the
online form to file a complaint.

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sec. "We must work together to stop these con artists from
misusing the Internet as a tool for fraud.m.

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perotsystems. Among
many factors that could affect our business and cause actual results to differ
materially are that we may bear the risk of cost overruns for custom software
development and implementation services, our contracts generally contain
provisions that could allow customers to terminate the contracts and sometimes
contain provisions that enable the customer to require changes in pricing, and
some contracts contain fixed-price provisions or penalties that could result
in decreased profits.
Phishing is a high-tech twist on the all-too-common crime of identity
theft, where spam or pop -up messages are used to deceive recipients into
releasing personal or financial information into the hands of criminals., Lydia Parnes,
acting director of the FTC's Bureau of Consumer Protection , Susan Grant,
director of the National Consumers League's National Fraud Information Center
and Internet Fraud Watch program, and Jacqueline Beauchere and Aaron Kornblum
of Microsoft urged Internet users to exercise the same caution when doing
business online as they would in the physical world and called for increased
consumer awareness of phishing.
Legitimate credit card issuers and other companies may contact you if
there is an unusual pattern indicating that someone else might be using
one of your accounts.

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The company has more than
17,000 associates located in North America, Europe, and Asia.

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Appearing at the National Press Club in Washington , D.
District Court for the Western District of Washington in Seattle against John
Doe defendants .

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To strike a blow against criminals who prey on Internet
users, the U.
Through today's sweep of John Doe lawsuits, Microsoft's legal team hopes
to establish connections between phishing scams worldwide and uncover the
largest-volume operators. To be on the safe side, ask for the person's
name, the name of the agency or company, the telephone number, and the
address.org . to 5 p.

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While the company has not been awarded a specific engagement, Perot
Systems is now eligible to deliver its services to CMS under an Indefinite
Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract.com . today urged consumers to beware of phishing schemes aimed at
stealing their identities. "In little over a year
it's become one of the top scams reported to our National Fraud Information
Center and Internet Fraud Watch program.S.

Internet users should follow these simple steps to avoid phishing scams:

* Be suspicious if someone contacts you unexpectedly and asks for your
personal information.

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Don't Let April 1 Be April 'Phools' Day: Federal Trade Commission National Consumers League and Microsoft Warn Internet Users of Phishing Scams

It's hard to tell whether something is legitimate
by looking at an e-mail or a Web site, or talking to someone on the
phone. But if you're contacted out of the blue and asked for your
personal information, it's a warning sign that something is "phishy."
Most legitimate companies and agencies don't operate that way.
NCL runs the National Fraud Information Center, which was created in 1992,
and the Internet Fraud Watch, which was created in 1996, operating in tandem
with the NFIC.

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About Perot Systems
Perot Systems is a worldwide provider of information technology services
and business solutions. Federal Trade Commission (FTC), National Consumers League and
Microsoft Corp.
"Computer users can stop phishers by not responding to an e-mail or pop-up
that asks for personal information," said Lydia Parnes of the FTC's Bureau of
Consumer Protection."
"Phishing is more than a dirty trick played on unsuspecting consumers --
it's a serious identity theft problem," said Grant. Use a search
engine to find the official Web site.nclnet.

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We look forward to applying Perot Systems' extensive
healthcare expertise and industry leading technology capabilities to assist
CMS in delivering accurate program and policy outcomes that achieve our shared
goal of ensuring health care security for all beneficiaries.
For more information, visit http: //www.

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* Don't click on a link in an e-mail message that asks for your personal
information . It may take you to a phony Web site that looks just like
the Web site of the real company or government agency. Following the
instructions, you enter your personal information on the Web site -- and
into the hands of identity thieves.

* If someone contacts you and says you've been a victim of fraud, verify
the person's identity before you provide any personal information. Then get the main number (see tip above) and call to find out
if the person is legitimate. NCL staff provides advice and tips on how to
spot possible telemarketing or Internet fraud and how to report it.

About Microsoft
Founded in 1975, Microsoft (Nasdaq: MSFT ) is the worldwide leader in
software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their
full potential.

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CMS has said that it will use a "three-pronged approach" to combat fraud,
abuse and waste in the new Medicare drug coverage program.

This press release contains forward-looking statements that are subject to
known and unknown risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to
differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements. But usually they only ask if you made particular
transactions; they don't request your account number or other personal
information.org.

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Additional
information on Perot Systems is available at http://www.gov , for additional
information regarding risk factors. Fraud
reports from consumers are sent within minutes to over 200 appropriate law
enforcement agencies, including the Federal Trade Commission and state
attorneys general.

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"The Internet has revolutionized the way we communicate , transact business
and educate ourselves," said Aaron Kornblum, Internet Safety Enforcement
attorney at Microsoft.
The names of actual companies and products mentioned herein may be the
trademarks of their respective owners.

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S. The
FTC reports that identity theft was the No. For more information visit http://www.

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Under terms of the contract,
the company may be called upon to analyze data to uncover problems that may
indicate fraud, waste or abuse; investigate potential fraudulent activities
surrounding enrollment, eligibility determination or distribution of the
prescription drug benefit; investigate unusual activities that could be
considered fraudulent and conduct fraud complaint investigations . "The company is
committed to delivering the highest level of service and operational
excellence to CMS, and we are honored to have been recognized by CMS as having
the capabilities to help in efforts to ensure Medicare beneficiaries enjoy the
full benefits of the new prescription drug program.

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Microsoft Announces Filing of 117 Lawsuits Against Phishing Site Operators

WASHINGTON, In sharp contrast to the harmless
pranks that will be played on April Fools' Day, deceptive phishing schemes are
no laughing matter.

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"This is a significant win and opportunity for Perot Systems ," said Greg
Bedner, president of Perot Systems Government Services group. Headquartered in Plano , Texas, Perot
Systems reported 2004 revenue of $1. 1 consumer complaint in 2004. Law enforcement agencies might also contact you if you've
been the victim of fraud.

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