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VeriSign® Begins Trials of Wireless IP Connect Service to Link Mobile and Wi-Fi Networks at Leading Universities

Service will allow students and faculty to use cellular voice and data devices on campus-wide Wi-Fi network, and seamlessly switch to traditional cellular services when off campus

MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA. — August 16, 2005 — VeriSign, Inc. (Nasdaq: VRSN), the leading provider of intelligent infrastructure services for the Internet and telecommunications networks, today announced that three leading universities are starting trials of the VeriSign® Wireless IP Connect Service. 

Selected members of the University communities at University of Michigan, Northwestern University and Texas A&M that are part of the trial, will be able to receive and place calls using either the existing campus Wi-Fi network or a commercial wireless carrier network while using a single device and phone number.

VeriSign Wireless IP Connect Service provides a single, cellular-Wi-Fi interconnection point that resolves interoperability issues within disparate networks and facilitates the delivery of end-to-end, next-generation features. The service allows cellular handsets to register as Internet Protocol devices when near a Wi-Fi signal, thus giving consumers the ability to make and receive cost-effective Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) calls. By extending existing VoIP networks for use with mobile devices, universities can create a single network capable of handling an increasing amount of voice and data traffic. 

“VeriSign is leveraging its expertise in VoIP and connectivity to wireless networks to support the seamless integration of Wi-Fi, VoIP and cellular networks for universities,” said Vernon Irvin, executive vice president and general manager, VeriSign Communications Services. “VeriSign’s Intelligent Infrastructure Services, which include directory services, secure network infrastructures and telecommunications signaling experience, when combined with dual-mode handsets, will enable universities and carriers to provide users with cost-effective Wi-Fi VoIP service on campus and traditional cellular service when off campus – all with the convenience of one number, one device and one bill.”

“We’ve seen tremendous growth in the use of mobile devices by faculty, students and staff on campus,” said Andrew Palms, director of communications systems at University of Michigan. “We believe the trial services provided by VeriSign will enhance the ability of our community members to use those devices both inside and outside of buildings, and on and off campus.”

The VeriSign Wireless IP Connect Service is currently available for customer evaluation and testing.

About VeriSign 
VeriSign, Inc. (NASDAQ: VRSN), operates intelligent infrastructure services that enable businesses and individuals to find, connect, secure and transact across today’s complex, global networks. Additional news and information about the company is available at www.verisign.com. 
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VeriSign Media Relations: Lori Sinsley, lsinsley@verisign.com, 650-426-4716 VeriSign Investor Relations: Tom McCallum, tmccallum@verisign.com, 650-426-3744

Statements in this announcement other than historical data and information constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause VeriSign's actual results to differ materially from those stated or implied by such forward-looking statements. The potential risks and uncertainties include, among others, the uncertainty of future revenue and profitability and potential fluctuations in quarterly operating results due to such factors as the inability of VeriSign to successfully develop and market new products and services and customer acceptance of any new products or services, including VeriSign's IP Connect Service(s); the possibility that VeriSign’s announced new services may not result in additional customers, profits or revenues; and increased competition and pricing pressures. More information about potential factors that could affect the company's business and financial results is included in VeriSign's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including in the company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2004 and quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. VeriSign undertakes no obligation to update any of the forward-looking statements after the date of this press release.

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