…archived version of the discussion will be available shortly following the conclusion of the live broadcast on the Investor Relations page of Ciena’s website at: www.Ciena.com/investors. About Ciena Ciena Corporation delivers innovative network solutions to the world?s largest service providers, increasing…

…version of the discussion will be available shortly following the conclusion of the live broadcast on the Investor Relations page of Ciena?s website at: www.ciena.com/investors. Non-GAAP Presentation of Quarterly Results. This release includes non-GAAP measures of Ciena’s gross profit, operating expense…

…version of the discussion will be available shortly following the conclusion of the live broadcast on the Investor Relations page of Ciena?s website at: http://www.ciena.com/investors/investors.htm.   (Consolidated Balance Sheets, Statement of Operations and Cash Flows follow) CIENA CORPORATION…

…basis, the as-adjusted earnings per share would be $0.02. To aid investors’ understanding of Ciena’s results and the effect of SFAS 123(R)-related share-based compensation expenses, the following table summarizes the presentation of Ciena’s financial results covered in this press release…

…share, in the same year-ago period. To aid investors’ understanding of Ciena’s results and the effect of SFAS 123(R)-related share-based compensation expenses, the following table (in thousands, except per share data) summarizes the presentation of Ciena’s financial results covered…

…the Company’s GAAP loss per share of $0.01. To aid investor’s understanding of Ciena’s results and the effect of  SFAS 123(R)-related share-based compensation expenses, the following table summarizes the presentations of Ciena’s financial results covered in this press release…

…have enhanced our ability to seize new opportunities, thereby enabling us to take share and gain additional customer traction.” Non-GAAP Presentation of Quarterly Results In evaluating the operating performance of its business, Ciena’s management excludes certain charges and credits that…

…industry issues, and Ciena’s approach to helping customers meet fast-changing market demands.   The event targets the financial analyst and investor community, but also includes select industry analysts and media.  Over 100 attendees are expected to attend in person.   Ciena execs on…

…version of the discussion will be available shortly following the conclusion of the live broadcast on the Investor Relations page of Ciena’s website at: http://www.ciena.com/investors/investors.htm.  CIENA CORPORATION CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS (in thousands, except per share…

…investors and financial analysts on Thursday, February 21, 2002 at 8:30 AM (Eastern). The live broadcast of the discussion will be available via Ciena?s homepage at www.Ciena.com. An archived version of the discussion will be available shortly following the conclusion of the live broadcast on the Investor…