DELL SECUREWORKS WINS EUROPE’S MANAGED SECURITY SERVICE PROVIDER (MSSP) OF THE YEAR FROM SC MAGAZINE

LONDON — April 28, 2011 — Dell SecureWorks, a leading global provider of information security services, was voted Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) of the Year at the SC Magazine Awards Europe 2011. This is the first time a company has been awarded SC Awards MSSP of the Year in Europe and Best Managed Security Service in the U.S. for the same year. In February, Dell SecureWorks was recognized as the Best Managed Security Service within the Reader Trust category of the 2011 SC Awards U.S., which marked the fifth time the company won the award.

Judges for the awards based the winning criteria on customer satisfaction, significant profitability and IT security strategy, innovation, information security implementation and the introduction of new practices that change the way people think about security. The judges were selected for their experience and impartiality and were drawn from the senior ranks of the information security profession in various industries throughout Europe.

Organizations of all sizes and across diverse industries – including Global 500 companies, mid-sized businesses, financial services, utilities, healthcare, retail and manufacturing – rely on Dell SecureWorks' industry-leading security services to reduce risk, improve regulatory compliance and lower costs of managing IT security. Dell SecureWorks processes more than 13 billion security events and sees more than 30,000 malware specimens each day. The company protects more than 3,000 organizations globally. Its reliability, capability and focus on customer service has earned Dell SecureWorks a best-in-class customer satisfaction rating from its global customer base.

The SC Magazine Awards Europe 2011 were held April 19 at the London Hilton on Park Lane. Now in its 5^th year, the information security industry's most prominent accolade, the annual SC Awards Europe showcases the best solutions, services and professionals, while recognizing achievement and technical excellence. SC Magazine distinguishes the achievements of the security professionals in the trenches, the innovations happening in the vendor and service provider communities and the passionate work of government, commercial and nonprofits – all working to help improve global security. For more information and a detailed list of categories and winners, please visit http://www.scawardseurope.com/2011-winners. 

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"Dell SecureWorks' primary goal is to provide our customers with the upmost in protection against current and emerging cyber threats, while delivering the very best customer service. We are honored to be recognized by SC Magazine and their esteemed panel of judges for our achievement of this goal, and we will continue to maintain our high level of service and protection," said Tyler Winkler, executive director of Dell SecureWorks.

"To be named as the winner of the prestigious SC Awards Europe for our Managed Security Services is a fantastic testament to the quality of service and the dedication of our staff," said Richard Lewis, director of Dell SecureWorks EMEA. "We are pleased to be the first company to simultaneously hold this award in both the US and Europe.  Dell SecureWorks offers class-leading information security services and it is our comprehensive portfolio, cutting-edge technologies and excellent customer relations that sets us apart." 

About Dell SecureWorks

Dell Inc. (NASDAQ: DELL) listens to customers and delivers worldwide innovative technology and business solutions they trust and value. Recognized as an industry leader by top analysts, Dell SecureWorks provides world-class information security services to help organizations of all sizes protect their IT assets, comply with regulations and reduce security costs. For more information, visit www.dell.com/secureworks.

About SC Magazine

SC Magazine was selected as 2010 Magazine of the Year by the American Society of Business Publication Editors (ASBPE). It provides IT security professionals with in-depth and unbiased information through timely news, comprehensive analysis, cutting-edge features, contributions from thought leaders and the best, most extensive collection of product reviews in the business. By offering a consolidated view of IT security through independent product tests and well-researched editorial content that provides the contextual backdrop for how these IT security tools will address larger demands put on businesses today, SC Magazine enables IT security pros to make the right security decisions for their companies. In addition to the monthly print magazine and a vibrant website updated daily, the brand's portfolio includes SC World Congress Conference and Expo, SC Congress Canada, SC Awards U.S., SC Directory and SC Magazine Newswire. Become a fan of SC Magazine on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.

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