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Custom Computer Specialists, Inc. Achieves Gold Certification for Proxim Wireless Wizard Partner Program HAUPPAUGE, N.Y., Jan. 6 /PRNewswire/ -- Custom Computer Specialists, Inc., Long Island's largest technology solutions provider, today announced that it has obtained Gold-level certification in Proxim Corporation's (NASDAQ:PROX) Wireless Wizard Partner Program. Proxim, a global leader in wireless networking equipment for Wi-Fi and broadband wireless networks, recognizes channel partners like Custom Computer Specialists who demonstrate their commitment to excellence in sales, support and service, with a distinct set of benefits. "We are happy to see our efforts and commitment to wireless pay off with the achievement of this Proxim Gold certification," said Gregory Galdi, Custom's President and founder. "We can now pass along the benefits of Proxim Gold status to our customers seeking best-of-breed Wi-Fi and broadband wireless solutions." "The purpose of our Wireless Wizard Partner Program is to build the most proficient team of wireless networking business partners in the industry," said Ben Gibson, vice president of corporate marketing for Proxim. "Custom Computer Specialists exemplifies what Proxim looks for in its channel partners - great service and support for its customers, expertise in wireless technology and an ongoing commitment to excellence." Proxim's Wireless Wizard Partner Program, established in September of 2004, is comprised of three tiers -- Wireless, Gold and Platinum -- each with a distinct set of revenue, educational and support requirements. As partners increase their commitments in these crucial areas, they can realize greater benefits including priority tech support, sales bonus and cooperative marketing programs, access to Proxim's partner extranet, special promotions and more. In particular, the program delivers added benefits to partners who seek additional education and certification in burgeoning application areas such as metro networking, last mile access, and security and surveillance, and rewards partners who are consistent, top performers. About Proxim Proxim Corporation is a global leader in wireless networking equipment for Wi-Fi and broadband wireless networks. The company is providing its enterprise and service provider customers with wireless solutions for the mobile enterprise, security and surveillance, last mile access, voice and data backhaul, public hot spots, and metropolitan area networks. This press release and more information about Proxim can be found on the Web at http://www.proxim.com/. About Custom Computer Specialists Celebrating its 25th anniversary, Custom delivers a wide array of technology services including: project management, onsite IT staffing, network design, installation and support (LAN/WAN, wireless solutions, IP Telephony, IP video surveillance, network storage and security solutions, etc.), data center services, professional development and a complete suite of procurement, warehousing, just-in-time delivery and installation services. Custom is the recipient of a host of recent industry recognition and awards including Top 200 Private NYC Metro Companies (Crain's NY Business); #1 Technical Consultant ranking for two years in a row (LIBN 2003 & 2004); the "Large Business Achievement" award (HIA, 2004) and a prominent ranking on the VAR500 (CMP Media, 2000-2004). For more information, visit Custom on the web at http://www.customonline.com/. Web sites: http://www.customonline.com http://www.proxim.com DATASOURCE: Custom Computer Specialists, Inc. CONTACT: Greg Slote of Custom Computer Specialists, Inc., +1-631-864- 6699,

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