Star Systems®, a First Data Company, is a pioneering electronic payments network and an expert in secure, real-time electronic transactions. In addition to processing ATM and PIN-secured debit transactions, STAR develops market-expanding innovations in areas such as check debit, Internet and telephone bill payments, deposit risk management, micropayments and ATM check imaging to help financial institutions, retailers, check acceptance companies, and independent sales organizations better meet their customers' needs. STAR processes nearly 7 billion transactions a year at 6,100 participating financial institutions and more than 1.2 million ATMs and retail locations nationwide. Visit www.STAR.com for more information.