Level 3 Selected by iMusti, Global Provider of Music and Video Content, to Deliver Caching and Download Service

Level 3 Selected by iMusti, Global Provider of Music and Video Content, to Deliver Caching and Download Service

BROOMFIELD, Colorado, January 9, 2012/PRNewswire/ --

- Level 3's CDN Services Give iMusti the Power to Rapidly Stream Audio and
Video Content on a Global Level

Level 3 Communications, Inc [http://www.level3.com ]. (NYSE: LVLT) today announced
that it has signed an agreement with iMusti, Inc. [http://www.imusti.com ], a worldwide
provider of music and video content produced in India, to deliver Level 3's Caching and
Download service, providing one of the fastest uninterrupted audio and video streaming
platforms available.

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Supported by a global network of caching locations and one of the most connected IP
networks in the world, Level 3's Caching and Download service enables iMusti to deliver a
fast, reliable experience to smartphones, tablets, computers and TV screens worldwide. The
service also increases bandwidth and storage capacity to boost cost efficiencies, meet
demand, and ensure ample storage space and security for iMusti's ever-growing library of
content - including full-length feature films.

"iMusti's licensing sources include India's top record labels and movie production
houses, which all provide high-quality content that requires efficient, secure and
reliable delivery on a global scale," said Samir Khandwala, founder and CEO of iMusti.
"Our customers demand a superior experience, and in our search for a CDN provider, we
found that Level 3 delivered the best performance for uploading and downloading content.
This is particularly critical to us in light of our recent agreement with Samsung to
develop applications for its web-connected Smart TV platform."

"The popularity of India's music and Bollywood films has grown exponentially, and
Level 3 is honored to have been selected by iMusti to deliver this broad range of content
to its customers worldwide," said Mark Taylor, vice president of Content and Media at
Level 3. "Level 3's Caching and Download service allows iMusti's customers to enjoy the
best possible experience no matter where they are or what device they're using -
ultimately encouraging them to remain happy, loyal users."

For more information on Level 3's Caching and Download service, please visit
http://www.level3.com/en/products-and-services/video/cdn/caching-and-download.

About Level 3 Communications

Level 3 Communications, Inc. (NYSE: LVLT) is a premier global provider of IP-based
communications services to enterprise, content, government and wholesale customers. Over
its reliable, scalable and secure network, Level 3 delivers integrated IP solutions,
including converged, data, voice, video and managed solutions to help enable customers'
growth and efficiency. Level 3 operates a unique global services platform anchored by
owned fiber networks on three continents in more than 45 countries, connected by extensive
undersea facilities. For more information, visit http://www.level3.com.

(c) Level 3 Communications, LLC. All Rights Reserved. Level 3, Level 3 Communications,
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Affiliates in the United States and/or other countries. Any other service names, product
names, company names or logos included herein are the trademarks or service marks of their
respective owners. Level 3 services are provided by subsidiaries of Level 3
Communications, Inc.

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distribution of important information about the company. Level 3 routinely posts financial
and other important information regarding the company and its business, financial
condition and operations on the Investor Relations web pages.

Visitors to the Investors Relations web pages can view and print copies of Level 3's
SEC filings, including periodic and current reports on Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, as soon as
reasonably practicable after those filings are made with the SEC.

Copies of the charters for each of the Audit, Compensation and Nominating and
Governance committees of Level 3's Board of Directors, its Corporate Governance
Guidelines, Code of Ethics, press releases and analysts and investor conference
presentations are all available through the Investor Relations web pages.

Please note that the information contained on any of Level 3's web sites is not
incorporated by reference in, or considered to be a part of, any document unless expressly
incorporated by reference in that document.

Forward-Looking Statement

Some of the statements made in this press release are forward looking in nature. These
statements are based on management's current expectations or beliefs. These forward
looking statements are not a guarantee of performance and are subject to a number of
uncertainties and other factors, many of which are outside Level 3's control, which could
cause actual events to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the
statements. The most important factors that could prevent Level 3 from achieving its
stated goals include, but are not limited to: the company's ability to successfully
integrate the Global Crossing acquisition, the current uncertainty in the global financial
markets and the global economy; a discontinuation of the development and expansion of the
Internet as a communications medium and marketplace for the distribution and consumption
of data and video; and disruptions in the financial markets that could affect Level 3's
ability to obtain additional financing. Additional factors include, but are not limited
to, the company's ability to: increase and maintain the volume of traffic on its network;
develop effective business support systems; manage system and network failures or
disruptions; develop new services that meet customer demands and generate acceptable
margins; defend intellectual property and proprietary rights; adapt to rapid technological
changes that lead to further competition; attract and retain qualified management and
other personnel; successfully integrate future acquisitions; and meet all of the terms and
conditions of debt obligations. Additional information concerning these and other
important factors can be found within Level 3's filings with the Securities and Exchange
Commission. Statements in this press release should be evaluated in light of these
important factors. Level 3 is under no obligation to, and expressly disclaims any such
obligation to, update or alter its forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new
information, future events, or otherwise.

Contact Information

Media:
Francie Bauer
+1-720-888-5434
E-mail
[francie.bauer@level3.com ]

Investors:
Mark Stoutenberg
+1-720-888-2518
E-mail
[mark.stoutenberg@level3.com ]

Source: Level 3 Communications, Inc.

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