Terms of Use

PLEASE READ THESE TERMS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS WEB SITE ("WEB SITE").

The following rules and regulations apply to all visitors to or users ("you" or "your") of this Web Site. By accessing this Web Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understand, and accept these terms and conditions. Siemens Enterprise Communications, Inc. ("Siemens") reserves the right to change these rules and regulations from time to time in its sole discretion, so you should recheck these Terms of Use prior to each use of this Web Site.

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By submitting materials to the Web Site, for example, by email, you agree that: (a) the materials will not contain any item that is unlawful or otherwise unfit for publication; (b) you will use reasonable efforts to scan and remove any viruses, or other contaminating, destructive feature or malicious code before submitting any material; (c) you own the material or have the unlimited right to provide it to Siemens, and Siemens may publish the materials free of charge and/or incorporate it or any concepts described in it, in Siemens products or services, without accountability or liability; and (d) you agree not to take action against Siemens in relation to material that you submit, and you agree to indemnify Siemens if any third party takes action against Siemens in relation to the material you submit. Siemens does not want you to, and you should not, send any confidential or proprietary information to Siemens via the Web Site. Any submission by you becomes the property of Siemens and you grant Siemens the authority and right to use that information. By sending Siemens materials or information, you grant Siemens an unrestricted, irrevocable license to use, reproduce, display, perform, modify, transmit and distribute such material or information, and you further agree that Siemens is free to use any ideas, concept, know-how or techniques that you provide for any purpose.

The use of this Web Site and the content therein, is permitted for private, non-commercial use. The use of press releases and other documents is permitted in public communications if the source for the information has been stated. You may copy materials published by Siemens on this Web Site solely for internal use for non-commercial purposes. You agree that any copy of these materials, which you make, shall retain all copyright and other proprietary notices in the same form and manner as on the original materials. Except as specified above, nothing contained herein shall be construed as conferring by implication, estoppel or otherwise, any license or right under any patent, trademark or copyright of Siemens or any third party.

Copyright
Siemens has a registered agent with the US copyright office, in accordance with the terms of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act and avails itself of the protection of the Act. Siemens reserves the right to remove any link or content that allegedly infringes another person's copyright. Notices alleging copyright infringement should be sent to:

General Counsel's Office
Siemens Enterprise Communications, Inc
1001 Yamato Rd.
Boca Raton, FL 33487


ALL CONTENTS ON THIS SITE ARE PROTECTED BY COPYRIGHT. EXCEPT AS SPECIFICALLY PERMITTED HEREIN, NO PORTION OF THE INFORMATION ON THIS WEB SITE MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY FORM, OR BY ANY MEANS, EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY STATED HEREIN WITHOUT PRIOR WRITTEN PERMISSION FROM SIEMENS. VISITORS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO MODIFY, DISTRIBUTE, PUBLISH, TRANSMIT OR CREATE DERIVATIVE WORKS OF ANY MATERIAL FOUND ON THIS SITE FOR ANY PUBLIC OR COMMERCIAL PURPOSES. Any rights not expressly granted herein are reserved.

Projections
Some of the information on this Web Site may contain projections or other forward-looking statements regarding future events or the future financial performance of Siemens. Such statements reflect the company's current views with respect to future events and are subject to risks and uncertainties. Many factors could cause the actual results to be materially different, including, among others, impact or price and product competition, the dependence on new product development, the impact of rapid technological and market change, changes in general economic and business conditions, changes in currency exchange rates and interest rates, introduction of competing products, lack of acceptance of new products or services and changes in business strategy. Actual results may vary materially from those projected here. Siemens does not intend or assume any obligation to update these forward-looking statements.

Links
This Web Site may contain links or pointers to other Web Sites. Access to any other Internet site linked to this Web Site is at the user's own risk and Siemens is not responsible for the accuracy or reliability of any information, date, opinions, advice, or statements made on these sites. Siemens provides these links as a convenience and the inclusion of such links does not imply an endorsement, authorization, affiliation or sponsorship.

Siemens does not and cannot review the content posted by users on its Web Sites and is not responsible for such contents. Siemens may at any time, and at its discretion, remove any content posted by users.

Compliance with Law
You are responsible for compliance with all applicable local laws in the geography from which you access this Web Site, including, but not limited to, all export and import laws and regulations. Any claims relating to our Web Site shall be governed by the laws of the State of Florida, U.S.A., exclusive of its conflict of law provisions.

All Siemens products and publications are commercial in nature. Use duplication, or disclosure by the United States Government is subject to the restrictions set forth in DFARS 252.227-7015 and FAR 52.227-19.

Software and other materials available on this Web Site may also be subject to United States Export Administration Regulation. Diversion contrary to US law is prohibited. You agree that you will comply with all applicable export laws, restrictions, and regulation at the US and Foreign agencies, shall not export any data, software or products received in connection with your use of this Web Site in violation of any such laws or regulations.

Password Use
You have been given a password to gain access to certain information on this Web Site. You agree, as a condition of receiving the password, to keep the password confidential. You shall only disclose the password to your employees or agents who have a need-to-know. Any unauthorized distribution of the password may result in revocation of the password. Siemens reserves the right to revoke access at any time for whatever reason. Siemens also will ask you to change your password from time to time. Access to and use of password protected and/or secure areas of the Web Site is restricted to authorized users only.

Modifications
Information published on this Web Site is subject to change without notice. Siemens may also make improvements and/or changes in the products and/or programs described in this Web Site at any time without notice. Mention of non-Siemens products is for information purposes only and constitutes neither an endorsement nor a recommendation.

Disclaimer
THIS WEB SITE IS PROVIDED BY SIEMENS ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS WITH ALL FAULTS. SIEMENS MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED AS TO THE OPERATION OF THE WEB SITE, THE INFORMATION, CONTENT, MATERIALS OR PRODUCTS OR SERVICES INCLUDED ON THIS WEB SITE. SIEMENS AND ITS SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, EXPRESSSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, THOSE OF MECHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.

Limitation of Liability
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL SIEMENS BE RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND ARISING FROM THE USE OF THIS WEB SITE INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, PUNITIVE, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING LOST PROFITS), LOSS OF TRANSMITTED OR STORED DATA, OR OTHER INFORMATION THAT IS SENT OR RECEIVED OR NOT SENT OR NOT RECEIVED, EVEN IF SIEMENS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. THE LIMITATIONS OF REMEDIES APPLY REGARDLESS OF LEGAL THEORY INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, NEGLIGENCE, GROSS NEGLIGENCE AND INTENTIONAL TORTS, EVEN IF THE EXCLUSIVE AND LIMITATION OF REMEDIES PROVIDED HEREIN FAIL FOR THEIR ESSENTIAL PURPOSE. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION OF LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO SOME OF THE ABOVE MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

SIEMENS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR NONPERFORMANCE OR DELAY IN PERFORMANCE CAUSED BY ANY REASON, ANY INACCURACIES OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS WHETHER WITHIN OR OUTSIDE OF ITS CONTROL. YOU EXPRESSLY AGREE THAT USE OF THE WEB SITE IS AT YOUR SOLE RISK. NEITHER SIEMENS, NOR ITS EMPLOYEES, AFFILIATES, SUBSIDIARIES, DIRECT AND INDIRECT PARENT, OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, THIRD-PARTY CONTENT PROVIDERS, MERCHANTS, SPONSORS, LICENSORS (COLLECTIVELY "PROVIDERS") OR THE LIKE, WARRANT THAT THE WEB SITE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE; NOR DO THEY MAKE ANY WARRANTY AS TO THE RESULTS THAT MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE USE OF THIS WEB SITE, OR AS TO THE ACCURACY, RELIABILITY, OR CURRENCY OF INFORMATION CONTENT, SERVICE OR MERCHANDISE PROVIDED THROUGH THE WEB SITE.

Governing Law
These Terms of Use are governed by and contrived in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida.

Severability
This Agreement is the complete agreement regarding the use of the Web Site, and supersedes any prior oral or written communication relating to this subject. Should any term be found to be invalid or unenforceable for any reason, then that term shall be deemed to be severable from the other terms not held to be invalid or unenforceable, and shall not affect the enforceability and validity of the remaining terms.

Trademark
Siemens is a registered trademark of Siemens AG. Siemens product names are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Siemens AG or Siemens Enterprise Communications, Inc. Other product and company names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or trade names of their respective owners. Your access to the Web Site shall not be construed as granting, by implication, estoppel or otherwise, any license or right to use any marks appearing on the Web Site without the prior written consent of Siemens or the third-party owner thereof.

Copyright

Disclaimer and Copyright Notice
Copyright (c) 2006 by Siemens Enterprise Communications, Inc. All rights reserved.