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This thread will be updated as new sponsors are confirmed.

It is through the generosity of our sponsors that we are able to offer so many fantastic prizes and freebies to you, our gamers. Please take the time to visit their websites and let them know how much we all appreciate their contributions to Digital Storm LAN 2008.

[url=\"http://www.trendnet.com\"]TRENDnet[/url] is a global provider of award winning networking solutions to small and medium size business and home users. Building networking solutions since 1990, TRENDnet enables users to share broadband access, multimedia content and networked peripherals for true anywhere connectivity. TRENDnet's diverse product line includes Wireless, Fiber, Switch, Gigabit, Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), Keyboard/Video/Mouse (KVM), Internet Camera, Print Server, Powerline, Bluetooth, Storage Server, Power over Ethernet (PoE), and Multimedia Accessories.

[url=\"http://www.steelseries.com\"]SteelSeries[/url] is all about gaming. Our mission is to create performance enhancing gaming gear, created for and by leading professional gamers. We continuously strive to better ourselves, and work with leading professional gamers from 3 different continents to create our products. Our staff is distributed throughout the world, working from offices in Europe, North America and Asia. The SteelSeries headquarters are located in Europe (Copenhagen, Denmark), and host the primary office facilities for the company. The headquarters handle all planning, production and partner coordination.

[url=\"http://www.arguscamera.com\"]Argus Cameras[/url] - The first Argus camera, known as the Model A, was manufactured in Ann Arbor, Michigan in 1936. It was an immediate success as the first low-cost, easy-to-use 35mm film camera in the world. Thirty thousand cameras were sold in the first week at $12.50 each! Worldwide sales of this model continued until 1950. The popularity of the Model A strongly influenced Kodak to switch their film manufacturing from a 126 to a 35mm format, which remains the dominant film in use today.

[url=\"http://www.shaw.ca\"]Shaw Cablesystems G.P.[/url] is a general partnership of Shaw Communications Inc. and certain of its subsidiaries formed to operate the cable television and Internet systems of Shaw. Shaw is the largest television supplier in Western Canada, owning and operating a modern, state-of-the-art plant and network infrastructure. Shaw has also rapidly become an industry leader in providing High-Speed Internet services, while being able to bundle High-Speed Internet with Digital Cable Television, High Definition Television and other entertainment services (Pay-Per-View movies and events, Video On Demand) into one package.

[url=\"http://www.nexon.net\"]Nexon[/url] Anticipated to redefine and expand the North American online games market, Nexon America is the North American publishing arm of Nexon Corp. Founded in 2005, Nexon America is dedicated to bringing the best of online entertainment to the North American audience. Its first launch title is the world famous, smash-hit franchise, MapleStory. Combining classic platformer elements with a massively multiplayer online game, MapleStory has registered over 40 million users to its free-to-play service. In less than a year, Nexon America is proud to have recorded over 2 million registered users for the North American service of MapleStory. The foundation of all Nexon America titles is the "item" business model. What does this mean for gamers? Nexon's audience can be rest assured that they are experiencing the best of multiplayer online games that will continue to be Free-for-Life. With a highly-trained staff of passionate gamers, Nexon America looks to build on its principles of immersion, fantastic game play, exciting content and ease of use to fulfill an oft-overlooked purpose in the gaming industry: making games fun for everyone.

[url=\"http://www.amazon.com/Game-Boys-Professional-Videogamings-Basement/dp/0670018961/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1214681270&sr=1-1\"]Game Boys[/url] - A newly released book by Michael Kane, published by Penguin Books. This book takes you into the depths of the professional gaming industry and takes a look inside the lives and events of professional gamers.

[url=\"http://www.g4techtv.ca\"]G4techTV Canada[/url] is the ultimate on-air destination for those excited by and curious about all things related to technology. By using technology as a backdrop to entertain, amaze, and engage viewers, G4techTV is the lifestyle network that showcases how the latest trends, products, and events enhance our lives. G4techTV is currently available in more than 34 million households in the United States and Canada, as well as distributing content to more than 70 countries. With a monthly average of 1.4 million unique visitors, G4techTV.ca and G4TechTV.com enhances the TV-viewing experience with compelling companion content and interactivity.

[url=\"http://www.computerpoweruser.com/\"]Computer Power User[/url] is a monthly print publication aimed at people who know that technology rocks. The kind of person who gets his kicks upgrading graphics cards and smashing benchmarks. The type of person who reinstalls Windows at 2 a.m. on a Saturday because his system keeps crashing while he’s ripping MP3s. Or the person who repartitions his drive to create a dual-boot system and install Linux so he can learn more about how the OS works. It’s for people who enjoy wireless gadgets, fast Internet connections, and Quake III. People who like honest reviews, useful tips, and refreshing commentary from world-class computing experts. People who would rather check out the next exhibit at E3 in person than rely on the latest drivel from some PR flack.

[url=\"http://www.bladeradio.com\"]Blade Radio[/url] Based in Colorado, Blade Radio brings you the best music and entertainment for your gaming experience. Through their corporate partnerships, Blade Radio offers top quality product give-aways to its listeners. Got something you’d like to hear? Send them a request email and they’ll get it on air for you. Blade Radio’s DJs can often be found hanging out in Guild Wars giving away in-game items, just listen and message them to win.

[url=\"http://www.visiontek.com/\"]VisionTek[/url] is a leading supplier of 3D graphics cards and PC enhancement products to retailers and Consumers. Based out of Inverness Illinois, VisionTek brings the most innovative and best performing products to the PC enthusiast consumer market. We are further committed to exemplary customer service and support for all of our products. VisionTek is a “Premium Retail Partner” of ATI for North America and our award winning brand of graphics card solutions continue to set the standard for excellence in North America.

[url=\"http://www.goredbeard.com\"]RedBeard[/url] Located in Rhode Island, RedBeard has been producing high quality OEM skins for over two years using a 6 colour print process on metal foil for completely unique look. The skins are then coated with a clear epoxy, providing their customers the highest level of protection.

[url=\"http://www.vs-gaming.ca\"]VS Gaming Arena[/url] We have been a supporter of VS Gaming Arena since even before it opened its doors, and we are pleased to have a continuing partnership of mutual support with Dustin and his gaming centre. Please stop by to check out VS Gaming Arena and let Dustin know we sent you.

[url=\"http://www.gamexplore.com/\"]gameXplore[/url] specializes in analysis and presentation of video games. Our goal is to provide accurate information thereby guiding people to video games that match their preferences. Founded in 2003 by gamers with experience in game development and media categorization, the company has become a respected provider of video game information. With new games published every day, it is hard for even the most avid gamer to keep up. gameXplore works hard to provide better information to retail. We also publish the acclaimed Book of Games, an annual collectible book.

[url=\"http://www.croatiancentre.com/\"]Croatian Cultural Centre[/url] It is next to impossible to hold a really good event without the support of the host venue's staff, and Digital Storm 2008 is no exception. We can't thank John, Paul and the rest of the Centre's staff enough for their support and assistance.

Will gameXplore be giving DSL any books to giveaway as prizes?

Yes, I just don't know how many.

Awesome! Whoever gets those wins are going to be so so so lucky! lol

Digital Storm welcomes [url=\"http://www.computerpoweruser.com/\"]Computer Power User[/url] magazine to our list of confirmed sponsors. Please see their info listing in the OP and pay their site a visit. <img src=\'http://www.killanet.net/forum3/public/s ... /smile.gif\' class=\'bbc_emoticon\' alt=\':)\' />

[url=\"http://www.shaw.ca\"]Shaw Cablesystems[/url] has confirmed that they will indeed be providing the internet service for Digital Storm 2008. We are looking forward to working with the technicians from Shaw and the technical staff at the Croatian Cultural Centre to bring our gamers the best in internet service. Our thanks to Tavis, Cam and the rest of the team at Shaw for supporting Digital Storm and working with us to assist in the development of KillaNet’s Digital Media Education Centre.

We are very pleased to announce that [url=\"http://www.arguscamera.com\"]Argus Cameras[/url] has become a Digital Storm sponsor, and will be providing some very nifty and high quality cameras which some lucky (and skilled) gamers will be going home with after the Storm is over.

Argus, and its famous Model C3 35mm camera, has had considerable historical influence on the photographic industry. A 1945 Fortune Magazine stated that Argus Cameras "overnight changed candid camera photography in the U.S. from a class hobby to a mass pastime."

The first Argus camera, known as the Model A, was manufactured in Ann Arbor, Michigan in 1936. It was an immediate success as the first low-cost, easy-to-use 35mm film camera in the world. Thirty thousand cameras were sold in the first week at $12.50 each! Worldwide sales of this model continued until 1950. The popularity of the Model A strongly influenced Kodak to switch their film manufacturing from a 126 to a 35mm format, which remains the dominant film in use today.

The next Argus camera was the Model C2. It was manufactured in 1938 and was the first of the distinctively shaped, square-cornered, range finder cameras which were popularly referred to as the "Brick." The Argus Model C3, also of the "Brick" design, followed in 1939 and remained the best-selling 35mm camera in the world for almost three decades.

Argus has produced many different camera models over the years and even expanded into movie cameras, movie projectors, and 35mm slide projectors. During World War II and the Korean War, Argus was also a leading supplier of military cameras, binoculars, periscopes, and gun sights.

Argus products now include a wide variety of digital imaging cameras and video products. Today, Argus continues its long tradition in the industry and is proud to present the newest members of the Argus family, the QC8340 8MP and the very cool Bean series.

SteelSeries from Denmark will once again be a Digital Storm sponsor. The company is very pleased to be working with us again and will be providing a substantial number of prize packages for tournaments at Digital Storm 2008. We will be announcing which tournaments SteelSeries will be sponsoring very soon, and we would like to thank SteelSeries for providing Digital Storm with so many high quality product prize packages for 2008.

G4 TechTV Canada has joined Digital Storm's list of sponsors. G4 will be providing a nice selection of swag as well as promotional considerations for Digital Storm 2008. <img src=\'http://www.killanet.net/forum3/public/s ... /smile.gif\' class=\'bbc_emoticon\' alt=\':)\' />

Cool to see so many people are supporting this event !

You're hard work is paying of Tami! <img src=\'http://www.killanet.net/forum3/public/s ... >/blum.gif\' class=\'bbc_emoticon\' alt=\':P\' />

Or was it the magic <img src=\'http://www.killanet.net/forum3/public/s ... >/ohmy.gif\' class=\'bbc_emoticon\' alt=\':o\' />

We are very pleased to announce that [url=\"http://www.trendnet.com\"]TRENDnet[/url] has been confirmed as Digital Storm's newest sponsor. TRENDnet will be providing several prizes for our LAN. Please be sure to visit their site and take a look at their award-winning products. <img src=\'http://www.killanet.net/forum3/public/s ... /smile.gif\' class=\'bbc_emoticon\' alt=\':)\' />

woot! thank you to all of the sponsors <img src=\'http://www.killanet.net/forum3/public/s ... /smile.gif\' class=\'bbc_emoticon\' alt=\':)\' />

We are very pleased to announce that author and New York Post journalist Michael Kane and his publisher Penguin Books, will be sending autographed copies of his brand new book, Game Boys: Professional Videogaming’s Rise from the Basement to the Big Time to be given away in a special draw.

I have read this book, and without revealing my in-progress review of Game Boys, I can easily say that any serious gamer - and perhaps a few parents of gamers - will enjoy the story as it unfolds. You will be surprised about the things you will learn when reading this book, and I guarantee you will find yourself chuckling to yourself. Game Boys takes a close look at the professional gaming industry - and Mr. Kane freely admits this - from a newcomer’s point of view. At first he scoffed at us, now I think it’s pretty safe to say he is a convert. He’s come over to the dark side, and he understands those of us who take our gaming seriously. Now if only our parents did.

You can also talk with Michael Kane and learn more about the book on the Game Boys facebook group.

[url=\"http://www.nexon.net\"]Nexon[/url] to Sponsor Combat Arms Last Man Standing Tournament At Digital Storm

This is going to be a very unique tournament featuring [url=\"http://www.nexon.net/NX.aspx?PART=/Main\"]Nexon's[/url] [url=\"http://combatarms.nexon.net/\"]Combat Arms[/url] free-to-play FPS MMO game. Nexon is sponsoring this tournament, and will have game development staff from their Vancouver studio, [url=\"http://www.humanaturestudio.com/\"]Humanature Studio[/url], observing. They will also be available to talk to gamers about the game development industry in general, especially education and careers.

The final battle is open to 16 players - those interested must sign up, [url=\"http://combatarms.nexon.net/Download/ClientPatches.aspx\"]download Combat Arms[/url] and sign up for a free [url=\"http://passport.nexon.net/WZ.ASPX?PART=/Registration/AgeCheck\"]Nexon Passport[/url]. We will be holding some preliminary rounds on Friday night, as well.

Winners of the tournament will receive Nexon Cash, and all 16 participants will receive a Special Press Edition DVD of Combat Arms.