Auto Training Innovator Inks Pact With iLinc

Software Creates Live Virtual Classroom for Students Worldwide

DELRAY BEACH, Fla., Oct. 5 -- Auto University Inc., a division of Ted Ings Group, Inc., today announced an agreement with iLinc Communications (AMEX:ILC) , a leading developer of conferencing products and services, to bring live instruction -- via the Web -- to Auto University's extensive client list of automotive retailers. The announcement was made jointly by Ted Ings, president of Auto University and James M. Powers, president and CEO of iLinc Communications.

Auto University works with automotive manufacturers such as Mazda and Mitsubishi to provide training for their dealerships in the areas of service, sales, management, finance and professional development. The iLinc software, to be branded Auto U Linc by Auto University, will be incorporated into Auto University's training curriculum.

"iLinc Communications has proven itself in training environments as an easy-to-use, feature-filled solution," said Gene Girdley, Dean of Development for Auto University. "We like Auto U Linc's capabilities, as well as the number of best practices built into the software. Auto U Linc enables us to bring streaming video into a live, virtual classroom, delivering an interactive experience for our students worldwide.

"As an innovator in the training industry, we strive to bring automotive manufacturers and retailers the 'next generation' training processes," said Ings. "Our implementation of Auto U Linc will allow dealers to easily adopt new performance standards that quickly translate into additional revenue, increased customer retention, and improved customer satisfaction."

About Auto University

Founded in 1996 by long-time auto industry professional Ted Ings, Auto University has seven specialized retail automotive training colleges, which offer diverse courses for automotive professionals. Auto University's colleges deliver a comprehensive approach to improving the professional environment at dealerships across the country through self-paced online training, retail workshops, in-dealership consultation, certification, and custom program development. For more information on Auto University, visit http://www.autouniversity.com/ or call 800-344-4100.

About iLinc Communications, Inc.

iLinc Communications, Inc. (AMEX:ILC) is a leading developer of conferencing products and services for highly secure and cost-effective collaborative online meetings, presentations, and training sessions. The Company provides integrated Web and audio conferencing through its ASP hosting service and is also available as onsite installable software. More information about the Phoenix-based company may be found on the Web at http://www.ilinc.com/ .