Yack Teams Up with Switch2.net, LineOne

Yack (www.yack.com), purveyors of the Internet Program Guide, made two announcements at the Streaming Media Europe conference today in London.

First, Yack has entered into a distribution agreement with London-based streaming media entertainment portal, Switch2.net (www.switch2.net). Through the partnership, Yack's trademarked Internet Program Guide will be available to users through the Switch2.net site.

"Yack is proud to be able to join forces with Switch2.net," said Sean Malatesta, Yack's vice president of international business development. "We are pleased to be able to offer its users an even broader array of online entertainment options."

In a second announcement, Yack has teamed up with UK-based Internet service provider (ISP) LineOne (www.lineone.net), in a co-branded distribution deal. Similarly, Yack's guide to online events and programs will be made available to LineOne's users in the UK.

"We are always seeking to deliver the best content to our audience," said Rob Andrews, head of entertainment at LineOne. "This deal with Yack reinforces our commitment to providing valuable information to our members."