StreamShield Recruits Director of Support and Operations to Enhance Customer Experience

LONDON, November 14, 2005 – StreamShield Networks?”, the leader in real-time internet content security, today announces the appointment of Tony Brett as Director of Support and Operations. Tony brings to StreamShield over 20 years of operations management experience gained in global networking and telecommunications companies. His diverse experience includes heading up manufacturing, support and development teams, and he has a proven track record in managing technologically advanced projects.

Tony has held numerous management positions at leading global network solution companies including Marconi, Madge Networks and Red-M, a wireless security company.

Commenting on his appointment Tony Brett says: “I am delighted to be joining StreamShield; it’s a dynamic and innovative company that places customer needs at the heart of the organization. StreamShield has a clear lead in the internet-based content security market and I look forward to being part of the team that delivers this innovative and unique technology solution.”

Simon Gawne, CEO and Founder of StreamShield Networks, concludes: “As we expand our customer base and develop our business, providing excellent customer support and services is our top priority. Tony’s experience in the networking industry will enable us to achieve this.”

About StreamShield Networks:

StreamShield Networks is the leader in real-time internet content security. Our technology can identify and stop threats – such as viruses, worms, other forms of malware, phishing scams, spam and inappropriate content – in the internet before they reach the user and cause harm. Uniquely, we provide internet-based protection for email, web and other real-time applications. At the core of our carrier-class content security gateway products is a revolutionary silicon-based content scanning engine, StreamScanâ„?, which delivers unrivalled performance, flexibility and extensibility. For further information please visit www.streamshield.com. StreamShield Networks is a subsidiary of Detica Group plc (LSE: DCA).