Acer America Corporation, one of the leading worldwide suppliers of PC solutions, today announced that Manteno Elementary in Illinois has successfully completed installation of their free wireless equipment. As one of the selected "Wi-Fi 101" K-12 schools nationwide, Manteno became eligible for the installation of up to 4 access points in two different locations at no cost to the school or the school district.

"We are very excited about being selected by Acer America for the 'Wi-Fi 101' program," said Michael E. Smith, superintendent at Manteno Community Unit School District. "The additional wireless access at the Elementary level will offer our students and staff greater flexibility in accessing technology services such as the Internet while greatly improving the quality of the learning environment."

"Through 'Wi-Fi 101' K-12 schools across the country have the opportunity to obtain the building blocks they need to help engage in wireless connectivity, at no cost," said Jay Buckner, director of Marketing at Acer America. "We, along with our local reseller Dura-Tech Enterprises, are excited about the prospect of supplying Manteno Elementary School with the access points and installation required to upgrade the technology in their educational environment while providing teachers with a tool that can allow them to concentrate on what they do best - teach."

Manteno Elementary is one of 120 schools across the country that has been selected to participate in this unique program. For more information about "Wi-Fi 101" go to www.acer.com/wifi101.

About Acer

America Corporation Established in 1984 as a subsidiary of Acer, Inc., Acer America Corporation designs and markets client and server solutions for professionals who require reliability, enhanced productivity and greater value of ownership. As one of the largest global suppliers of PC's, more than 50 million Acer systems have been purchased throughout the world, solutions for living, learning and working. Acer America's award-winning products include tablet PCs, desktop PCs, notebook computers, servers, displays and peripheral solutions for business, government, education and home users. The Acer Group employs 39,000 people supporting dealers and distributors in over 100 countries. For more information about Acer America, please visit www.acer.com/us.

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