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To: Garry O'krafka who wrote (494)	11/22/1999 9:32:00 AM
From: Garry O'krafka	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 989

Applies to: DELL DELL RIMM MSFT) No Strings Attached!; Dell Delivers Wireless Networking Products To U.S. Business Customers ROUND ROCK, Texas, Nov 22, 1999 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Dell Computer Corporation (Nasdaq:DELL), the world's leading direct computer systems company, today said it plans to offer wireless networking products designed to let business customers remotely send and receive e-mail and other information over their networks. The new products are: -- Aironet(tm) Wireless Communication Inc.'s 4800 Series of wireless networking connections for local area networks -- Research In Motion(R)'s BlackBerry(tm) wireless handheld, a wearable device, which is about the size of a pager and offers secure, bi-directional wireless e-mail throughout the United States. Dell said it plans to install the Aironet 4800 Series of products on its OptiPlex(R) desktops and Latitude(R) notebook PCs for business customers in the United States. The high-speed 11 Mbps products enable flexible and secure wireless connections to local area networks for personal computer users within a building or campus environment. By the end of this year, Dell expects to have wireless network products for consumers based on the Aironet technology. Dell said it plans to begin offering BlackBerry through its account executives to customers in the United States beginning Nov. 30. Giving users access to their latest business data via e-mail can make or break a business deal in today's fast-paced business world. Users can also have access to their contacts, appointments and tasks because the unit can synchronize information with the PC. For customers who work in an e-mail intensive environment, the ability to instantly send and receive e-mail can increase workflow and lifestyle flexibility. BlackBerry is designed for those who need around-the-clock e-mail access with prompt notification of new messages. The device superbly complements the PC. "As the No. 1 U.S. supplier of PCs, Dell is committed to bringing the best wireless technology to its customers and is taking an active role in developing this and other key technologies," said Carl Everett, senior vice president, Dell Personal Systems Group. "With these latest wireless technologies customers can enjoy new levels of mobility and flexibility as a result of having a truly mobile network connection." Dell's personal systems strategy emphasizes three product directions: connectivity, size and style. Wireless technology is a key component of Dell's approach to connectivity, helping to enable network and Internet access anywhere, at anytime. The wireless local area network product requires two components: network interface cards that are available from Dell in PC card and PCI forms; and access points, the devices that bridge the wireless and wired networks. BlackBerry consists of a wireless hand-held, PC docking cradle and synchronization software and optional server software. BlackBerry supports Microsoft(R) Exchange(R) server and Microsoft Outlook(R). This combination helps enable users to keep their existing e-mail address and continue to manage a single mailbox. Pricing Customers can order the Aironet wireless local area network technology at a cost of $199 for the network interface card for the notebook, $329 for the desktop and $999 for each access point. Access points are each capable of enabling up to 50 computers to simultaneously access the network. The technology allows users to remain connected from as far away as 300 feet from the nearest access point.(1) The BlackBerry wireless handheld will cost $399 per unit with one year of airtime service(2) at a flat rate of $39.99 per month without any additional charges for roaming or long distance service. The cost of the BlackBerry Enterprise Server software, version 1.6 is $2,999. About Dell Computer Corporation Ranked No. 78 among the Fortune 500 companies and No. 210 in the Fortune Global 500, Dell Computer Corporation is the world's leading direct computer systems company, based on revenues of $23.6 billion for the past four quarters. Dell designs, manufactures and customizes products and services to customer requirements and offers an extensive selection of software and peripherals. Information on Dell and its products can be obtained through its toll-free number 800/388-8542 or by accessing the Dell World Wide Web site at www.dell.com. Dell is a registered trademark of Dell Computer Corporation. Fortune 500 is a registered trademark of Time Inc. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. Dell disclaims proprietary interest in the marks and names of others. (1) Dependent on the potential barriers to transmission such as walls and building material unique to the environment where being used. (2) Airtime service provided by Research in Motion. Copyright (C) 1999 Business Wire.com

To: Garry O'krafka who wrote (494)	11/24/1999 8:40:00 PM
From: Mr. Miller	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 989

SkyTel To Offer Unlimited Wireless Email in January rim.net Nov 18, 1999 Jackson, Miss. New eLink Product Stems From Partnership With American Mobile SkyTel, an MCI WorldCom company, today announced that it would begin offering a new nationwide wireless email product in January for customers who need to send and receive large amounts of wireless information. SkyTel is offering the new service, called SkyTel eLink, through its reseller agreement with American Mobile Satellite Corporation (NASDAQ: SKYC), and will operate the service on that company's ARDIS(R) network, which is designed specifically to move large amounts of wireless data quickly. SkyTel eLink will provide unlimited wireless email service for $59.95 per month, and will be available on the RIM 850 Wireless Handheld. SkyTel President and CEO John Stupka said his company was pleased to add eLink to its product line, explaining that it would provide customers with an economical means of sending and receiving greater amounts of wireless email and other data. "We're finding that some customers need to transmit extensive amounts of information, in addition to the notification and short messaging services that SkyTel's network provides," Stupka said. "Adding eLink as a core SkyTel product provides these customers with an efficient, affordable messaging solution. And it allows SkyTel to provide messaging and mobile email to organizations of all sizes." SkyTel customers using one of the company's other service plans can switch seamlessly to eLink without changing their personal toll-free numbers. "We are delighted with SkyTel's commitment to adopt wireless email services into its portfolio of premiere communications offerings," said Walter V. Purnell Jr., president and CEO of American Mobile. "With a market estimated at 25 million wireless email users, SkyTel's marketing expertise, coupled with the leadership position we offer through the nationwide coverage existing in the ARDIS network, will further revolutionize and enhance the wireless communications landscape." About SkyTel SkyTel, an MCI WorldCom company, provides traditional paging, text messaging, interactive two-way messaging and telemetry services to more than 1.7 million customers. MCI WorldCom (NASDAQ: WCOM) is a global leader in communications services with 1998 revenues of more than $30 billion and operations in more than 65 countries. MCI WorldCom's global networks provide high-capacity connectivity to more than 45,000 buildings worldwide. MCI WorldCom and Sprint have announced a merger agreement, which the companies expect to close in the second half of 2000, following regulatory and shareholder approvals. The new company will be called WorldCom. For more information go to wcom.com. About American Mobile American Mobile (www.AmMobile.com) owns and operates an integrated terrestrial/satellite network and provides a wide range of mobile communication services, including digital voice dispatch, data communications, dual-mode messaging, position reporting services and satellite telephone to all 50 states, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands and hundreds of miles of U.S. coastal waters. American Mobile services are used in the transportation, field service, maritime, emergency management and telemetry markets, and with eLink in the two-way wireless email market. CONTACT: SkyTel Communications, Inc., Jackson Marc Kuykendall, 601/944-7416