VIA NET.WORKS, Inc. (VIA) is a provider of Internet protocol-based business communication solutions to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Europe and the United States. Through its three brands, VIA NET.WORKS, Amen and PSINet Europe, the Company offers a portfolio of business communications services, including Web hosting, security, connectivity, networks, voice and professional services. During the year ended December 31, 2004, the Company's focus is primarily on offering Web-hosting and Internet security services to its customers. VIA has primary markets in nine countries: France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Switzerland, Belgium, the United Kingdom and the United States.