MDG Computers announces recruitment of sales positions across Canada

For Immediate Release
January 26, 2006

100 Retail Sales Consultants expected to be hired as part of nation-wide franchise expansion MDG Computers Canada Inc. (MDG) announced today that it anticipates hiring 100 people to fill Retail Sales Consultant positions across Canada over the next few months. MDG's hiring announcement is a result of the company's continued growth within new and existing markets. Positions will be available across Canada, including markets where MDG is offering new franchise opportunities - Ontario, British Columbia, Manitoba, Quebec, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Saskatchewan.

"We are very excited to announce MDG's expanding employment opportunities within Canada," said Brian Monette, Chief Marketing Officer, MDG Computers Canada. "As the company continues to grow, we anticipate making many more exciting announcements."

The MDG Retail PC Sales Consultants will work with customers to fully understand their needs, requirements and budgets, to deliver custom-configured PC solutions at an unbeatable value.
Successful candidates will possess:

-Strong selling and influencing skills, with experience selling large ticket items.
-Energy, drive, enthusiasm and a strong customer focus.
-Excellent communication and presentation skills.
-Some Computer / PC knowledge.
-A burning desire to succeed.

Candidates will have the potential of a lucrative, exciting and dynamic career as well as the opportunity to become involved in one of the most exciting concepts in retail technology today.
For more information, please visit www.mdg.ca/en/about/careers.asp.

About MDG Computers :

Established in 1991, is a Canadian owned and operated manufacturer of MDG brand desktops and notebook computers. MDG products are available across Canada through its network of stores and affiliates. Complete product information is available at www.mdg.ca.

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MDG Apton PC - Experience the Next Generation in Computing

With You for Life
Life Expectancy

Most computers become outdated the moment you take them out of the store. If you've read the life expectancy of our other lines, you'll notice that at MDG, we're well aware of the fact that computer technology is always changing. That's why when we designed the Apton, we took the future into consideration.

Although our Vision line is on the cutting edge of technology, we predict its lifespan to be three to four years. For the Apton, we'll go out on a limb and say it will last six to eight years. Rather than doing the basic math, we'll let you decide on the most economical way to satisfy your computing needs, for the next few years.

It doesn't take a rocket scientist to realize Apton is the least expensive option, any way you look at it. On top of that, you'll have the full spectrum of Apton's performance, quality, support, style and health benefits.

The reason why we can say with confidence that Apton will last so long, is because we've used tomorrow's technology in building it--which many of our competitors will only start selling in large numbers a few years from now. With Apton, you are years ahead of the game.

Not convinced that any computer can last this long?

At MDG, we make sure we stand behind what we say. That's why on the fourth anniversary of your Apton computer purchase, we will bring your Apton specification in line with Microsoft's minimum operating system requirements (at that time), by providing all components free of charge*, ensuring your Apton's life expectancy is not compromised.

For example, if your Apton is purchased with 1 GB RAM, and four years from now, in order to run the latest Microsoft operating system, 4GB is needed, MDG will ensure your Apton is fully equipped. If you've never heard of anything like this when it comes to computers--that's because it doesn't exist anywhere else other than with MDG's Apton line.

Just one example of how Apton stands in a class of its own.

Stylish & Colour-Coordinated
Visual Appeal

After many sleepless nights and over fifteen years of refining and improvements, our designers have reached the pinnacle with the creation of the Apton series. With its elegant lines and curves in the all right places, words like "irresistible", "alluring" and "seductive" are typical comments we hear from proud Apton owners. Settled colour selection makes Apton suitable for any furniture colour combination. By itself, it is a designer masterpiece that will match any decor, from basic to the most stylish.

Whether it's the unit itself, the monitor, speakers or peripherals, or the total package, once you lay your eyes on it, we dare you not to fall in love!

If you're still wondering if there's another computer out there that will have the same visual impact--rest assured, not even the most expensive systems from other brand name manufacturers come close. After all, Apton stands in a class of its own.

Whisper Quiet
Unwanted Noise

Noise from power supply, cooling fans and scrambling hard drive noise in most highly priced computers, is something that average computer users have to deal with. But with a premium PC like Apton, you have a super quiet power supply, special cooling fans, noise insulation, and hard drive and ODD noise reduction capability. It's so quiet, that you could have it running at night beside your bed, and still sleep like a baby.

If you're surprised that our designers have paid this much attention to detail, to worry about the noise level of the hard drive and cooling fans, then you're about to discover how critical attention to detail is, when it comes to Apton's main features. Our goal was to create a computer superior to others in every aspect and that includes noise level.

Unmatched Quality & Reliability

Performance is a very important factor when it comes to Apton's component selection, but we never lean so heavily on performance that it compromises reliability. MDG's philosophy is that the best service is no service at all--meaning our PCs have been designed to be so reliable that they're virtually maintenance free.

Starting from component manufacturer selection, MDG only selects the best, most reliable partners to build our PCs. For the ultimate in reliability, we select: Intel CPUs and Motherboards; Microsoft peripherals; ATI and Intel video cards; Western Digital hard drives; Kingston Memory; Altec Lansing speakers and more.

Top brand name component selection goes a long way, but by itself, is not a guarantee of Apton's unmatched quality and reliability. It's also insured by MDG's legendary craftsmanship and the attention to detail that goes into building each Apton unit.

All Aptons all manufactured right here in Canada by 'Canada's best-selling computer brand', with employees and contractors specifically selected for their unique expertise to be involved in its production. From the very first steps of assembly, to the final testing stages and packaging, absolutely nothing is left to chance--and it shows through Apton's quality.

Apton is manufactured according to the International Standard Organization's latest (ISO) 2001 manufacturing and quality control standards. Each unit is compliant with Microsoft compatibility testing "Designed for Windows" standards, as well Intel quality testing requirements. MDG's strictest testing procedure includes the longest burn in, stress and temperature testing which is standard for all Aptons.

Apton Delivers What Money Can't Buy

With Your Health in Mind
Ergonomics, Ease of Use & Health

It's a well documented and known fact that prolonged computer use, due to non-ergonomic design and electro-magnetic emissions may cause temporary and long-term health issues. Well, Apton's only limitations regarding ergonomics and ease of use may lie in its owners' environmental surroundings, such as having artificial light beamed at your eyes while working on your computer, or typing on your keyboard at a poorly adjusted level.

Apton rises above the crowd in the PC industry, with: lightest LCD monitor design; reduced electro-magnetic and glare emissions; a user friendly and ergonomic keyboard and mice design; noise and power consumption reduction capabilities, and many other innovative user and health friendly improvements, even over our Vision line.

If you're a 25 to 45-year-old adult and you don't need to share your computer with anyone younger or older than you, then you probably don't need to be concerned with this issue. But, imagine how everyone in your family could benefit from reduced eye strain, increased productivity and less fatigue during prolonged PC use.

Apton is a great system for the whole family. It's ideal for children and teens who love playing games on computers, as its reduced electro-magnetic emissions are ideal for their developing eyes.

It also helps those with weakened eye sight and arthritis sufferers, because of its ergonomic design.

Like a Lion
Speed & Power

You may be asking yourself: "Is this Gigahertz; bus; transfer to ODD and hard drive; USB and memory speed game ever going to stop? This computer is fast enough for what I need it to do."

Apton features the fastest DDR 2 memory available, the highest bus speeds, extremely high GHz CPU, the latest USB version, the most innovative SATA technology, daily changing ODD speeds and more, just in case you ever need that much power.

Why do we make the Apton line so screamingly fast and outrageously powerful you ask? As with many other things, we take a long term approach--and with the Apton, it's the availability of long-term speed.

Yes, there is a small price premium to be paid now, to obtain the unmatched speed and power of Apton, when compared to MDG's Vision line. But here are two major reasons why we do it. First, we want to make sure that you'll have all power you need for today, tomorrow and beyond. We don't want to just match Microsoft's minimum specifications for future operating system releases, because we want our customers to be able to work at normal speeds for years to come, not just today.

In the long run, an investment in speed will save you money. Because you won't have to buy a new computer each time new software is released, you'll be able to bank those savings and take a much deserved vacation instead.

The second reason why we've invested in a long-term approach to speed, is that if you calculated how much time the average user spends waiting for a computer to do something (even if the increments are relatively small, and most of the times measured in seconds, or fractions of a second), studies have shown that when all is added up in a person's life-time, the time spent waiting can be measured in months, and sometimes even years. So, the more speed you have on your PC today, the more enjoyable your life can be!

How much would you pay to not spend months or years of your life, and your loved one's lives starring at a still computer screen? A small premium today looks like a bargain, in comparison. For many of us, there's no amount of money that could pay for that lost time, which could have been better spent with our loved ones.

"Yes, but for all that power and speed, I would need to have a power plant beside my house, and then I could only imagine the electricity bills!"

Not exactly. Apton's state-of-the-art power conservation technologies deliver the ultimate in monitor picture quality and speed, with up to 75% less power consumption than most computers on the market, and much less than Vision.

With energy costs rising, you could save hundreds of dollars over the life expectancy of your Apton computer. Again, a bit of an investment today will do wonders for you financially in the long run. What you’ll do with money you saved this time, we'll leave up to you. Visit your local MDG store to buy! Visit www.mdg.ca for more information.

Stand by Me
Award Winning Support & Service

Imagine always starting from the main floor instead of the basement when climbing stairs to the second level.

Maybe it's impossible, but when Apton users call MDG tech support, they start at the top, with level II technical support. Apton trained technicians are available around the clock, to guide them from wherever they are until the problem is completely resolved - even if it means going the extra mile to consult with our Microsoft or Intel business partners.

With Apton's life-time tech support, you are treated with MDG's customer service approach of having a "customer for life."

It's nice to know you have tech support when you need it, but if you're asking yourself: "who is going to sit there for hours trying to resolve complex computer issues over the phone?," then rest assured, our certified and knowledgeable technicians will be there to assist you, any time you need them. But, if you prefer face-to-face customer service, you also have the option.

When you purchase an Apton, you have a unique guarantee unmatched by anyone else in the industry. You can bring your Apton in for service to any one of MDG's chain wide service centers, and your Apton will be serviced on a priority basis. Imagine the advantage of having your PC returned to you on the same business day, without hours being spent on the telephone with an unknown outcome. Most importantly, you’ll be able to get back to work as soon as possible.

There is no other computer manufacturer that comes close to this level of service - another example of how Apton stands in a class of its own.

Easy as 1-2-3
Convenience & Compatibility

Apton features USB III ports, wireless peripherals and routers, ergonomic design and accessibility of ports and many other features, which add to its unmatched ease of use and convenience. Transfer your data in seconds instead of hours, saving yourself time that is better spent with your family and friends.

Get unwired with your connectivity needs. Imagine being in your backyard with a notebook and connecting to the internet through your Apton internet connection. And imagine the savings of having your kids using the same high speed Internet connection wirelessly, with a router connected to your main Apton PC. That's a savings of $40 a month, and hundreds of dollars per year.

Yes, Apton has the power, connectivity and latest technology needed to process it all, while ensuring a smooth, uninterrupted operation. In under a year, a small premium in Apton's initial cost over Vision makes it more of an investment than an expense.

Intel's phrase: "Center of your digital world", is quickly becoming Apton's theme song and turning into a reality for all Apton owners. A few other select computers may exist out there that promise the same, but only Apton guarantees it.

Anyone who has ever had to look for, install and configure all their PCs drivers themselves, does not wish to do it again - take our word for it!

Having the most compatible, current, next generation hardware from the most reputable manufacturers, makes all the difference. That's why Apton drivers are self-installed and configured on Microsoft's operating system. We've eliminated all the work, so there is nothing left for you to do other than decide how to enjoy the time you've saved.

Seeing a happy look on your child's face loading the latest game three years from now is priceless, as opposed to there being disappointment, when your PC cannot load the software, and you've spent hours or even days over the phone with tech support, and invested in costly upgrades, just in an attempt to resolve it.

By investing in a fully-compatible Apton today, your kids will never have you to blame, they'll love you for making a smart investment and thinking of their needs too.

How to Wear the Apton
Prestige

Could the Apton purchase bring you prestige in the eyes of your friends and associates, the same way that a Rolex, Mercedes or Prada fur coat could?

We doubt it. Apton's appeal isn't about obvious glitz and glamour. If you're one of the few who 'can recognize Apton as one of the best computer choices in today's market, than you'll do more than just turn heads with your new purchase. The Apton will highlight your intelligence, long-term thinking, and tastefulness to others. An intelligent choice today, by resisting the urge of making a spur-of-the-moment decision. Many people would prefer to pay a lot for a branded box of glitter with unspecified components inside, but in the long run, it will cost them more, as there's no guarantee to how long those no name components will last.

Deciding to purchase an Apton requires long-term thinking. If you're ready to invest a little bit more today, you'll save yourself a bundle tomorrow. Falling in love with Apton is easy, but it takes a sharp, tasteful person to choose Apton over other MDG lines.

Some people will be blown away with Apton's speed and power. Some will simply admire its look and elegance. The majority will simply say they cannot afford it. But make no mistake, everyone will recognize their own Apton ownership potential - the same way they know they're ready for a Mercedes, a Rolex or a Prada fur coat. They've worked hard and have come to the realization that they deserve a reward for all that hard work.

After all, who really cares what other people think, when you know that you have made the right choice and have that satisfaction within yourself?

"What a Machine!"

If one was to add up what our smart marketing people have said about the Apton so far, it would be: "oh, those seductive and alluring looks"; "wow!";"what a machine"; "irresistible"; "long-lasting"; "so sexy and quiet, you could keep it in the bedroom." Now, don't get the wrong idea about what Apton's intended use is. Rest assured, when we say it's long-lasting, powerful, and irresistible, we're describing a computer system - best MDG has built to date. It's no wonder we like to brag!

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MDG Media Centre PC - Take Entertainment to the Next Level

Discover the Media Centre PC

The MDG Media centre PC represents the heart and soul of your digital home. Its premium Microsoft Windows XP-based software combined with a powerful Intel Pentium 4 processor and large hard drive, provides you with flexibility to accomplish anything from a routine computing task like burning DVDs, to recording live TV and watching it in High Definition video and audio. So, toss that VCR to the curb and donate the stereo -- that fancy equipment in your living room isabout to become obsolete! MDG's Media Centre PC combines all of it into one simple, intuitive and application-rich PC.

The MDG Media Centre PC Allows You To:

-Communicate online (surf the web, e-mail)
-Use it as a PC play video games
-Watch DVD movies
-Record and playback television shows
-Edit and view digital videos and photos
-Enjoy room-to-room entertainment (with a Media Centre Extender)
-Install & use Windows XP compatible applications

HDTV and your Media Center PC

MDG Media Centre PCs come standard with an LCD display, so you can enjoy a sharper and clearer picture immediately! When you connect a high-definition TV (HDTV) antenna and optional HDTV tuner card to your Media Centre PC, you also benefit from a high-definition entertainment experience:

Digital-quality video with widescreen support-- Watch local TV broadcasts in HDTV quality - up to 10 times the quality of a standard TV signal. Pop a HD DVD into your PC or download a Windows Media HD Video short from the web. Watch HD movies in your den or dorm, on your next plane ride, or in your home theater.

Theater-quality audio-- Enjoy the booming bass and crystal clear surround sound that is available with many primetime programs.

HD personal video recording-- Pause, rewind, and record local, over-the-air TV programs in HDTV just like you do with standard TV programs. Like Tivo or Replay TV, the MDG Media Centre PC lets you record hours of TV directly on your hard drive, so you never miss a show again. Just select the show you want to record up to 14 days in advance from a simple calendar-style guide. Setup takes just a minute, and it allows the system to work with satellite, cable, and plain old rabbit ears.

Best of all, you can do it from the comfort of your couch with the remote. To handle all this digital video, the MDG Media Centre PC comes standard with large, upgradeable hard drive, so you can save infinitely more shows on your PC.

Digital TV Program Guide-- Easily find listings for local HDTV channels that are integrated with the standard TV listings in the Guide on your MDG Media Centre PC.

Antenna signal strength-- A built-in signal strength meter helps you tune your antenna to get the most channels possible.

Extend Entertainment throughout your Home

With an optional Media Centre Extender, like the XBOX360, you can bring the digital media experience to any room in your house. Connect your Media Centre Extender to your Media Centre PC, and enjoy audio and video through your XBOX.

You can also connect your MDG Media Centre to your home entertainment system and enjoy your favourite entertainment in the living room. Watch DVDs and TV shows that you've recorded on your widescreen TV in stereo or surround sound.

Go Hollywood with your own Movies

Virtually every camcorder made in the past two years and nearly 40 percent of all camcorders currently in use include a FireWire digital video card. This technology lets you download camcorder movies to your PC. Once the movies are on your PC, you can edit them using the intuitive Showbiz software from ArcSoft. Maybe you'll even drop in some slick special effects or a soundtrack!

You can then record the edited movie back to your camcorder, watch the movies on your MDG Media Centre PC, or make a DVD with the free WinDVD SE or My DVD software.

Play that Funky Music

Pop a music CD into your PC, then crank it up! The MDG Media Centre PC can pump out a window-rattling 200 watts of pure sound. Using the "My Music" section of Windows, you can archive your CD collection as MP3s, then organize it by artist, album, genre, or your own rating. Or mix your music to create a mood by making custom play lists for parties, dates, or calm nights at home. Plus, you can burn your mix to CDs or MP3s, so you can listen to the music you want wherever you are.

Show off your Digital Photos

Rotate, zoom, pan, and print from across the room using your optional remote control or set your slideshows to music slideshows for friends and family. It's incredibly simple with the Media Centre PC. Just slip your digital photo card into the six-in-one reader on the front, arrange your photos with the "My Photos" software, select a custom MP3 play list, then hit Play. With a gigantic hard drive and the ability to write DVDs, you can archive thousands of photos easily.

Don't forget it's a Powerful PC

The MDG Media Centre PC still does everything you'd expect from an MDG computer. You can surf the web, check your e-mail and create documents. To handle the additional demands of digital video, the Media Centre PC is manufactured to deliver a powerful entertainment experience. It's fully loaded with an Intel Pentium 4 Processor, a large hard drive, additional RAM and an optional remote control that lets you do nearly everything.

Buy it at your local MDG store! Visit www.mdg.ca today!

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MDG COMPUTERS CANADA - Expanding Franchise Locations Across Canada

For Immediate Release
January 16, 2005

Up to 50 New MDG Stores Expected to Open

MDG Computers Canada Inc. (MDG), the largest Canadian manufacturer of PC's, will increase its franchise offerings within Ontario, British Columbia, Manitoba, Quebec, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Saskatchewan. Existing franchises may also be available. Franchisees who sign on with MDG will benefit from the company's superior products and services, extensive marketing operations, global buying power and unmatched ROI of any other technology franchise in Canada.

"With entry into new markets, MDG Computers will continue its explosive growth in the PC market," said Brian Monette, Chief Marketing Officer, MDG Computers Canada. Drawing on a “Direct-to-Store"business concept, MDG lets customers custom-configure their PCs with top quality, brand name components, carefully selected for the ideal mix of performance and value for dollar.

Since 1991, MDG has established 28 locations across Canada, fueling its growth within the small office/ home office category. Monette said MDG's rapid growth is further testimony to the company's ability to help its franchisees build better business.

"We have seen significant sales and profits since opening an MDG store,"said Mike Petrovic of the family-owned and managed MDG store in GTA, Ontario. "People shop by brand, and you must have a recognized brand that communicates value and quality service for individuals to shop at your establishment, and the MDG team has been absolutely first rate."

Franchisee selection will begin this spring. Interested applicants should visit MDG's corporate Web site at www.mdg.com

About MDG Computers
Established in 1991, is a Canadian owned and operated manufacturer of MDG brand desktops and notebook computers. MDG products are available across Canada through its network of stores and affiliates. Complete product information is available at www.mdg.ca.

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MDG Release - January 10, 2006

MDG COMPUTERS CANADA LAUNCHES EXTREME DESKTOP SERIES

For Immediate Release
January 10, 2006

Launch of MDG's futuristic Apton series will revolutionize entertainment, gaming and multimedia on the home PC

MDG Computers Canada Inc. (MDG) today introduced a new marquee desktop series that will give customers much more power to play, and will revolutionize entertainment, gaming and multimedia on the home PC.

MDG's new Apton line offers extreme performance for computer enthusiasts, power-users and advanced gamers with a radically new industrial design. Featuring 64-bit support, dual-core technology, dual layer DVD burning, and super-fast LCD response times, the Apton series, is among the most advanced systems available to the Canadian market. MDG, a Canadian owned and operated computer manufacturer, will distribute the 2006 Apton models across Canada through its network of stores and affiliates. Complete 2006 product information is available at www.mdg.ca

"Customers demand more from their computer systems," said Brian Monette, Chief Marketing Officer, MDG Computers Canada. "Whether they're using their PC's to share photos, view DVD's or experience head-to-head gaming, the Apton will deliver twice the performance of last year's models". Last year's 32-bit Intel chips addressed up to 4GB of memory, whereas, the Apton when deploying a 64-bit processor, can address over 16 billion gigabytes of memory.

As the Apton line is Microsoft's Vista Ready, customers will be able to enjoy the latest 64-bit compatible software and games. Its extreme platform, state-of-the-art components, incomparable upgradeability and compatibility ensures customers who purchase an Apton will be able to power up the latest software and peripherals years from now. Apton also comes with an eight year life expectancy and a comprehensive warranty (which includes lifetime technical support).

Prices start at $1,799(1)

About MDG Computers
Established in 1991, is a Canadian owned and operated manufacturer of MDG brand desktops and notebook computers. MDG products are available across Canada through its network of stores and affiliates. Complete product information is available at www.mdg.ca

1 All prices, specifications and offers are subject to error, change, cancellation and substitution at MDG's discretion at any time without notice.

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