Network Keeps World Cup Data Flowing

Iria · Jun 22, 2006, 10:07 PM

Source: ABC News
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MUNICH, Germany Jun 22, 2006 (AP)— Tom Porter and Doug Gardner intensely watch the green numbers scrolling quickly down a 42-inch plasma monitor, making sure information flowing over the World Cup's computer networks moves as smoothly as Brazil's offense.

They are part of a team whose efforts, if successful, won't be noticed by the millions of fans watching the monthlong tournament on television or visiting its Web site for game updates.

Jun 22, 2006, 10:07 PM	#1
Iria DriverHeaven Extreme Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 7,275 Rep Power: 89	Network Keeps World Cup Data Flowing Source: ABC News __________ MUNICH, Germany Jun 22, 2006 (AP)— Tom Porter and Doug Gardner intensely watch the green numbers scrolling quickly down a 42-inch plasma monitor, making sure information flowing over the World Cup's computer networks moves as smoothly as Brazil's offense. They are part of a team whose efforts, if successful, won't be noticed by the millions of fans watching the monthlong tournament on television or visiting its Web site for game updates.