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To: Radim Parchansky who wrote (7441)	10/19/1998 11:34:00 AM
From: Tom Frederick	Respond to of 15313

Radim, as of now, FNTN seems to have had a strategy to parlay as little as possible out of the Siemens relationship in terms of PR. The lack of effort to keep any kind of stream of updates regarding the Siemens connection and progress being made would seem to be directed by Siemens, because I can see no other logical reason to keep so silent. Their may be an implicit understanding that there will be no announcements until they can unveil a "total" package so to speak with everything in place and working to Siemens satisfaction. On the more positive side, the fact that Siemens is now launching a campaign talking to the core points of the value of FNTN as an addition to the Siemens team is very encouraging. However, I am getting a little impatient at this point. We seemed to have been told on a number of occassions how "close" things were and are. And here we are getting close to the end of the first month of the last quarter (which has been said to be THE quarter for news) and still no news, no updates, no progress that is good enough for FNTN to mention to its' stockholders. Anyone with a good reason to think that they really do have it all together (besides seeing Siemens lab coats and a wink and a nod during a meeting with FNTN) and WHEN we might really hear of next steps or progress? Or has this come to a grinding halt? Let me say I believe in the veracity of all those who have visited FNTN. And I believe that WHAT FNTN is trying to do is solid in concept. However, I haven't seen any material progress in the form of news in a long time and as a result, am wondering about possible hang ups on the technology side. Forgive me if this has been addressed, I have been away, checked to price and scanned for news releases and in briefly scanning the thread (an the currnt stock price) found nothing new from when I left. Tom F.

To: Radim Parchansky who wrote (7441)	10/19/1998 1:06:00 PM
From: VANTAGE	Respond to of 15313

Why would Siemens spend money on such a commercial? If not through FNTN, how else could Siemens benefit? Like Wally said, all we can do is speculate.

To: Radim Parchansky who wrote (7441)	10/19/1998 2:37:00 PM
From: Siber	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 15313

Radim...saw the same commercial on Saturday and Sunday. Can't remember the network (we were channel surfing), but it was early evening (west coast time) both days. Looked over at my husband and said..."hey Siemens, in bed with FNTN". Well...I was happy to see it ;-) Regards, Helene

To: Radim Parchansky who wrote (7441)	10/21/1998 10:24:00 AM
From: FJ	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 15313

Radim - (OT??) Regarding Siemens - is this what you are talking about? They had three press releases this morning. Siemens Introduces Voice/Data Networking Solutions That Empower Workers to Exchange Information Easily and Affordably ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 21, 1998--Siemens Information and Communication Networks announced the availability of the HiNet(TM) RC 3000 real-time communications system that converges data, voice and multimedia on an existing LAN network at Networld+Interop today. This system leverages all the capabilities of a standard telephone system including hold, call forwarding, and transferring. Siemens also unveiled a new release of software that significantly enhances the teleworking capabilities of the Hicom 300 E series of communications servers. Other demonstrations at the show included IP video teleconferencing, telephony, mobility solutions, and teleworking applications that focus on bringing knowledge to today's mobile workforce. The convergence of networks, terminals and services in communications saves customers money by combining all voice and data capabilities into one network. With products like the HiNet RC 3000, customers can also benefit from the increased productivity that their workers experience though more efficient communication. For example, voice calls can be automatically forwarded based on calendar applications. "We are pleased to announce the availability of HiNet RC3000," said George Nolen, president, Enterprise Network Division, Siemens Information and Communication Networks. "Siemens is driving the voice/data convergence market with a product that really adds value to our customers' networks." The HiNet RC 3000 real-time communications system enables customers to utilize one networking infrastructure for data, voice and video applications over existing data networking infrastructures such as Ethernet/Fast Ethernet. The product provides feature enhancement to readily available applications such as MS NetMeeting. An open architecture and modular approach enable Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) and other vendors to add application modules. Additionally, the application-programming interface (API) enables the full integration of the HiNet RC 3000 feature set into existing business applications. Regardless of the application in use, activating communication is as simple as a mouse click. The HiNet RC 3000 features a web-based system management user interface and consists of an open Windows-based platform and add-on modules. The Java-based software within the system can be used in all real-time capable IP networks and enables multimedia communication with Quality of Service for voice and video connections and makes it easy for service providers and users to develop customized solutions to their own unique business requirements. "The HiNet RC 3000 brings users a new ease of communication made possible by real-time collaboration and workflow applications over the LAN," said Hans Schwarz, vice-president and general manager, IP/Data Networking Division, Enterprise Networks, Siemens Information and Communication Networks. Today's Hicom 300 E V6.5 software introduction supports Siemens Optiset(R) E telephones and Siemens ComManager(TM) 3.0 at remote teleworking locations with all the Hicom features and services of an Optiset phone. It also provides transparent single number access, enabling a teleworker to be reached with one number regardless of location. Siemens also demonstrated its Hicom(R) Xpress Telephony Server, Release 2, that enables the transport of high-quality voice and real-time fax over a corporate IP network. The Hicom Xpress Telephony Internet Server Release 2 now features CorNet(R) private networking protocol with Q.sig support, SNMP, quad T1s, H.323 compliance, and redundant disk drives. The support of CorNet and Q.sig is used to preserve telephony features offered on Siemens' communication servers for calls routed over the IP network. Thus, in a networked PBX environment, users enjoy the same single system image they are accustomed to as when connected via the traditional T1 or PRI lines. For additional press information please visit icn.siemens.com About Siemens Information and Communication Networks Siemens Information and Communication Networks is a leading provider of information and telecommunications solutions to public network service providers and enterprise customers in North America. The company is a subsidiary of Siemens AG, a global business with $64 billion in sales in the fiscal year ended September 1997. Home page: icn.siemens.com. CorNet, Hicom and HiNet are registered trademarks of Siemens AG. All other trademarks mentioned herein are the property of their respective owners. CONTACT: Siemens Information and Communication Networks Booth No. 4207 Celine Hundt, Tel:408-492-2190 celine.hundt@icn.siemens.com