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To: Michael F. Donadio who wrote (500)	10/4/2000 1:45:38 PM
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Big Net Chooses Efficient Networks as Their DSL CPE Provider Efficient's Complete Broadband Subscriber Solution Provides Speed And Reliability Big Net's Customers Expect DALLAS, Oct. 4 /PRNewswire/ -- Efficient Networks, Inc. (Nasdaq: EFNT - news), a leading worldwide provider of digital subscriber line (DSL) customer premises equipment (CPE) for the broadband access market, today announced that Big Net, Inc., a nationwide provider of high speed DSL access, has selected Efficient as its broadband solutions provider. Big Net provides high-speed, reliable voice and data services to business and individual customers over both the Internet and wireless networks. Big Net's focus is on small to medium-sized businesses, in addition to its significant residential customer base. ``We're excited to establish this business relationship with Big Net,'' says James Hamilton, executive vice president of sales and marketing for Efficient Networks. ``Efficient's SpeedStream CPE products have the performance and stability that Big Net customers rely on, so we think there is an excellent fit.'' As part of its business relationship with Efficient, Big Net will become a Platinum member of the Efficient SpeedStream® program. The program assists Efficient's customers in deploying DSL services with the industry-leading SpeedStream DSL CPE product line. Efficient's products include easy-to-use communications equipment, Next Generation Integrated Access Devices (NG-IADs) and the EnterNet broadband client software, for a comprehensive broadband subscriber solution. ``High speed Internet access is changing the way consumers use the Internet,'' said Duane Rao, president and chief executive officer for Big Net. ``Strategic partners like Efficient Networks enable Big Net to bring users into the next frontier of Internet connectivity with the highest standards of reliability and performance.'' About Efficient Networks Efficient Networks, Inc. (Nasdaq: EFNT - news) is a leading provider of broadband Internet access products that employ digital subscriber line (DSL) technology. The company's voice and data access solutions enable high-performance network services for both small to mid-sized businesses and consumers. As part of its complete broadband solution, Efficient also provides network management systems that extend from the core of carriers' networks to the subscribers' desktops. Efficient works closely with network equipment vendors, incumbent and competitive carriers, and Internet service providers around the world. The company's goal is to accelerate the adoption of broadband networks and services. Efficient Networks is based in Dallas, Texas, with sales and support offices worldwide. For more information, visit www.efficient.com . About Big Net Big Net, Inc. is a nationwide provider of high-speed Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) access to business and residential users. Based in Sterling Heights, Michigan, Big Net features a complete line of Internet offerings including dedicated and dial-up connectivity, web and application hosting, and value-added communication services. For more information, visit www.bignet.net . SOURCE: Efficient Networks, Inc.