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To: Czechsinthemail who wrote (1488)	8/5/2002 10:28:06 AM
From: Rob Preuss	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 1762

VZ is in trials with a new non-line-of-sight BBFW system to deliver internet access to places that can't be reached via DSL. Presently, they're using fiber backhaul but, if these trials are successful, I could easily see them complementing this with Altium for backhaul (in places where they would otherwise have to install new fiber capacity).... Altium is quicker and cheaper to install than fiber and so would offer a faster payback. Rob Monday August 5, 8:32 am Eastern Time Press Release SOURCE: Verizon Communications Verizon Trial in Northern Virginia to Evaluate Wireless Technology to Deliver Broadband Access Technology Provided by BeamReach Networks Initially Targeted At Expanding Availability of Broadband Internet Access NEW YORK, Aug. 5 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon is testing the ability of a new wireless technology to deliver broadband communications services to consumers and business customers in Northern Virginia's Fairfax County. In the field trial, the technology -- known as broadband fixed wireless -- is being tested to determine if it can supplement and expand the ongoing delivery of Verizon's digital subscriber line (DSL) high-speed Internet access service, currently provided over copper- wire systems. The wireless system is designed to deliver speeds up to 1.5 megabits per second (Mbs) up to five miles from the system's distribution antenna. This would be a significant complement to Verizon's delivery of Internet access services via DSL, which is currently limited to homes and businesses within 18,000 feet of telephone central offices. "We are always looking at economically sound investment strategies for deploying high-speed Internet access services. If this new technology works as designed, we can greatly expand the availability of Internet access and other products to our customers," said Mark Wegleitner, Verizon's chief technology officer. "We are testing this technology to examine its ability to provide our customers with the same functionality, quality of service and reliability of the current copper- wire based product. The obvious benefit here is that we'll be able to reach more customers." The Verizon trial uses a wireless technology developed by BeamReach Networks of Sunnyvale, Calif. Verizon owns an equity stake in BeamReach. The BeamReach system used in the Verizon trial has a centrally located base station with an antenna and receivers placed at customers' homes or businesses. In the field trial, the Internet access service is being distributed over approximately a five-mile radius on a Wireless Communications Services frequency band (2.3GHz). Verizon has placed two base stations in cellular tower sites in the communities of Herndon and Centerville. The base stations are connected to Verizon central offices via fiber-optic circuits. Unlike earlier wireless broadband access technologies, the new technology does not need line- of-sight access to deliver Internet access to a customer, allowing the signal to pass through or around foliage and other obstructions. The trial began July 18 and is expected to continue until the end of the year. Initially, the trial will provide Internet access to approximately 50 Verizon employees in Fairfax County. Later this year, the trial will be expanded to include up to 50 Verizon customers. Verizon selected Fairfax County for the trial because it offers a wide variety of terrain and foliage, as well as a high density of dwellings. "In addition to evaluating how this technology works with customers, we'll be looking closely at a wide range of related issues, including how we provision the service, integration of the technology into our operations support systems, and the tracking of service quality," said Brian Whitton, Verizon executive director- network platform evolution. "We want to ensure that the fixed wireless system can deliver the high quality that our customers expect from their broadband access service." If the trial proves successful by the end of this year, Verizon will consider wider-scale deployment to begin serving customers in 2003. Verizon Communications (NYSE: VZ - News) is one of the world's leading providers of communications services. Verizon companies are the largest providers of wireline and wireless communications in the United States, with 135.1 million access line equivalents and approximately 30.3 million wireless customers. Verizon is also the largest directory publisher in the world. With more than $67 billion in annual revenues and nearly 241,000 employees, Verizon's global presence extends to more than 40 countries in the Americas, Europe, Asia and the Pacific. For more information on Verizon, visit verizon.com. VERIZON'S ONLINE NEWS CENTER: Verizon news releases, executive speeches and biographies, media contacts and other information are available at Verizon's News Center on the World Wide Web at http:// www.verizon.com/news. To receive news releases by e-mail, visit the News Center and register for customized automatic delivery of Verizon news releases.

To: Czechsinthemail who wrote (1488)	9/12/2002 10:15:19 AM
From: Rob Preuss	Respond to of 1762

STXN Financials biz.yahoo.com

To: Czechsinthemail who wrote (1488)	9/13/2002 10:07:30 AM
From: Rob Preuss	Respond to of 1762

Corporate Name Change... Stratex Networks, Inc. Announces Completion of Name Change Friday September 13, 8:00 am ET SAN JOSE, Calif., Sept. 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- DMC Stratex Networks, Inc. (Nasdaq: STXN - News), one of the world's foremost solutions providers for mobile applications and broadband wireless access, today announced that its new company name has become Stratex Networks, Inc. as approved by it shareholders on August 13, 2002. The company's stock ticker symbol remains STXN on The Nasdaq Stock Market®. "Over the past few years, we have transitioned the company to become a strategic partner to our customers, delivering complete wireless network transmission solutions to service providers by combining a broad line of industry-leading products and services," said Charles D. Kissner, Chairman and CEO. "The Stratex name, derived from the Latin 'stratus,' signifies our strategic customer relationships and our focus on high level, high speed solutions. Since we introduced that name two years ago, it has become increasingly familiar throughout the world as a unique partner to its broad customer base." With worldwide headquarters in San Jose, California, Stratex Networks, Inc. is one of the world's foremost wireless solutions providers for mobile applications and broadband access -- enabling the development of complex communications networks worldwide. Since it was founded in 1984, originally as Digital Microwave Corporation, Stratex Networks has achieved international recognition for quality, innovation, and technical superiority in delivering data, voice, and video communication systems, including comprehensive service and support. Stratex Networks, Inc., with its broad product offering and worldwide sales and support organization, is strategically positioned to serve its customers' needs in wireless high-capacity transmission technology. Additional information is available at www.stratexnet.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Source: Stratex Networks, Inc.