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Technology Stocks : HIGH SPEED ACCESS {HSAC} -- Ignore unavailable to you. Want to Upgrade?

To: Heddon who wrote (176)	6/14/1999 8:44:00 AM
From: Yiota	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 963

NEWS....... High Speed Access Corp. Joins Cisco Powered Network Program Delivering Advanced and Reliable Cable CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 14, 1999--Cisco Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: CSCO), the worldwide leader in networking for the Internet announced today that High Speed Access Corp. (NASDAQ: HSAC), a leading provider of high-speed Internet access via cable modems to exurban markets (cable systems with fewer than 100,000 homes passed), will offer New World services over a Cisco Powered Network(TM) to both the global cable industry and to home users with cable modem service. By choosing to build HSAC high-speed Internet access on a Cisco-powered infrastructure which includes Data-over-Cable Service Interface Specification (DOCSIS)-based Cisco Universal Broadband Routers (uBR) and Cisco AS5300s for use in the HSAC Dial ISP services, their customers receive all the benefits of end-to-end networking. This infrastructure includes simplified, cost-effective and secure network management, higher network availability, and faster time-to-market and deployment of New World network services. "Our relationship with Cisco provides us the opportunity to deploy advanced, secure, customer-centric, high-speed Internet and broadband networking solutions to the consumer and business marketplace," said Ron Pitcock, president of HSAC. "Both organizations share the vision that the rapid development of dynamic cable business solutions provides the customer with the necessary strategic competitive advantage." "HSAC customers will have access to one of the highest levels of network interoperability and performance plus advanced New World services such as integrated high-speed data distribution, Internet access and future development for voice and video streaming," said Larry Lang, vice president of marketing, Cisco's Service Provider Line of Business. "With qualified Cisco Powered Network services, HSAC customers can be confident they are receiving an industry-leading cable network service built on Cisco's high-performance, reliable and secure components." HSAC's participation in the Cisco Powered Network program demonstrates its ability to provide industry-leading technology solutions and services that are based predominantly on Cisco solutions. A benefit of the program for HSAC is their participation in joint marketing, technology sharing and selling activities with Cisco. HSAC, along with Cisco, is helping to create a New World communications infrastructure that supports high-value integrated communications services. This New World network will enable both individuals and business communities to gain the benefits of these leading-edge technologies and services. About High Speed Access Corp. (HSAC) High Speed Access Corp. is a leading provider of high speed Internet access via cable modems to residential and commercial end users in exurban areas. HSAC provides cable operators with a complete end-to-end solution (full turnkey) for a high-speed access and dial-up Internet network. HSAC provides this service with minimal requirement of capital investment and operating expenses by the operator. HSAC's unique model comprises a state-of-the-art Network Operations Center (NOC) with Customer help Desk, as well as full technical support - headend equipment and integration along with Internet backbone connectivity including Internet service; network design development and operations, technical management in addition to on-going marketing, sales and billing support at a local market level. The Company's investors include Vulcan Ventures, Incorporated, an affiliate of Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen. Charter Communications, Inc., a wired world company owned by Paul Allen's Vulcan Ventures and one of the five largest cable system operators in the United States, serves as a key strategic partner. About Cisco Systems Cisco Systems (NASDAQ: CSCO) is the worldwide leader in networking for the Internet. Cisco news and information are available at cisco.com. Cisco, Cisco IOS, Cisco Systems, the Cisco Systems logo are registered trademarks of Cisco Systems, Inc. in the U.S. and other countries. All other trademarks mentioned in this document are the property of their respective owners. This release may contain forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. Among the important factors which could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements are factors detailed in HSAC's registration statement on form S-1 (SEC File No. 333-74667). Copies of HSAC's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission may be obtained by contacting (303) 256.2000. CONTACT: Cisco Systems, Inc. Mary Thurber, 408/526-8893 mthurber@cisco.com or High Speed Access Corp. Marian Neely-Carlson, 303/256-2000 mncarlson@hsacorp.net or QB Communications For Cisco Systems, Inc Karen Rohack Dorren, 408/719-1716 krdorren@earthlink.net 08:00 EDT JUNE 14, 1999 regards Giota