NEWS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

December 1, 1998

Data Systems Network Corporation
Announces New Audit Firm

FARMINGTON HILLS, MICHIGAN--Data Systems Network Corporation (OTC BB:DSYS)
announced today that it has engaged Grant Thornton LLP, as its independent
auditors.

Through Grant Thornton International, the firm has more than 18,500 partners
and staff and over 550 offices located in more than 90 countries.  In the
U.S., Grant Thornton has approximately 3,000 partners and staff in 48
locations.  The firm was established in 1924.

Data Systems provides computer network services and products that enable the
control of complex distributed computing environments and allow companies to
capitalize on their investments in technology and people.  The company
provides a wide range of network integration services including
installation, consultation, technical support and training.  It also
provides specialized services in network management, application
development, enterprise document management and Year 2000 consulting.  Based
in Farmington Hills, Michigan, Data Systems has 16 offices and more than 230
employees.

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For additional information contact:
Barbara Hauswirth, Director of Marketing
800-544-2086