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To: Stephen B. Temple who wrote (1641)	10/27/1998 11:58:00 AM
From: Stephen B. Temple	Respond to of 3178

Trillium Digital Systems Inc. Offers SS7 Over IP Solution; Enables Cost-Effective Intelligent Network Service Platforms October 27, 1998 LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE) via NewsEdge Corporation -- Trillium Digital Systems Inc., a leading provider of communications software solutions, announced the availability of its Transaction Capabilities Application Part (TCAP) over TCP/IP product, which supports the transport of SS7 TCAP messages over a TCP/IP-based network and enables the development of cost-effective service platforms for the Intelligent Network (IN). The rapidly expanding IN market has increased the need for scaleable and cost-effective service platforms. Trillium's TCAP over TCP/IP product greatly reduces costs by allowing a non-SS7-provisioned platform to support TCAP-based database operations over an IP network. Since an IP network enables easy expansion, equipment manufacturers can now design scaleable service platforms. The TCAP protocol is used in SS7 networks for accessing databases and is a key element for providing advanced IN features and services over the Intelligent Network. "As the Internet becomes more reliable and offers higher performance, IN service providers will find it more cost effective to use IP transport, rather than SS7 transport, to interconnect their switches and service platforms," said Trillium President and Chief Executive Officer Jeff Lawrence. "Our TCAP over TCP/IP product can also be used in emerging Internet Telephony applications that need to access IN services from Gateways or Gatekeepers. Telephony and Internet Telephony will converge and the lines between SS7 and IP protocols will blur. Our TCAP over TCP/IP product is one part of our plan to offer solutions that interconnect these two worlds," Lawrence added. "The evolution of telephony, Internet telephony and the Intelligent Network has created the need for SS7 and IP integration," said Dr. Jerry Krasner, research editor, Electronic Market Forecasters, Miller-Freeman Inc. "Accessing the IN through TCAP provides an enhanced and cost-effective means for enabling TCP/IP over SS7. Trillium provides an effective solution to make this successful convergence possible." About Trillium's TCAP over TCP/IP Trillium's TCAP over TCP/IP product enables the transmission of TCAP messages over TCP or User Datagram Protocol (UDP). Trillium's solution also supports multiple connections to the same host and distributed processing to ensure high availability between the applications regardless of the network quality of service. It also provides for load distribution if multiple connections exist to the same server site. In addition to enabling transport of TCAP messages over an IP network, Trillium's TCAP over TCP/IP product also allows the transport of Intelligent Network Application Protocol (INAP) and Mobile Application Part (MAP) messages over an IP network. This enables equipment manufacturers to introduce scaleable and cost-effective platforms for the IN, Internet, cellular and wireless markets. Trillium's TCAP over TCP/IP software is designed using the Trillium Advanced Portability Architecture (TAPA), a proven set of architectural and coding standards that provide flexible, scaleable, high-performance and portable solutions. Trillium's TCAP over TCP/IP product conforms to Bellcore's SR-3389 ISCP Generic Data Interface specifications. Trillium delivers its software as C source code with documentation, training, warranty and technical support. Trillium Digital Systems is The World's Source for Communications Software. Trillium develops, licenses and supports standards-based communications software solutions for SS7, ATM, H.323, V5, ISDN, Frame Relay, IP, X.25/X.75, fault-tolerance/ high-availability and interworking technologies. Trillium is also developing solutions for wireless, mobility, Software on Silicon, Java and other emerging technologies. Trillium has licensed its source code software to more than 250 companies for use in more than 400 projects worldwide. Trillium provides its products in the C programming language, along with documentation, training and support as standard deliverables. Trillium was founded in 1988 and is commemorating its 10th anniversary. Additional company and product information is available on the Web at trillium.com. Note to Editors: Trillium and Trillium Digital Systems are registered trademarks of Trillium Digital Systems Inc. TAPA, Software on Silicon, and The World's Source for Communications Software are trademarks of Trillium Digital Systems Inc. Other trademarks are trademarks (registered or otherwise) of the respective trademark owners. CONTACT: Trillium Digital Systems Inc., Los Angeles \| Kim Billingsley, 310/442-9222, fax:310/442-1162 \| kim@trillium.com \| or \| KVO Public Relations \| Mary Wayte Bradburne, 650/919-2053 \| mary_bradburne@kvo.com

To: Stephen B. Temple who wrote (1641)	10/27/1998 1:05:00 PM
From: Stephen B. Temple	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 3178

OT> NAS Launches Business-Class xDSL Services October 27, 1998 STERLING, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE) via NewsEdge Corporation -- High speed access and integrated solutions from Network Access Solutions help solve last mile challenge Network Access Solutions (NAS), the first data Competitive Local Exchange Carrier (CLEC) to sign an interconnect agreement with Bell Atlantic specifically for xDSL, announces a significant expansion of services through the launch of CuNet (pronounced coppernet), offering business class xDSL services. CuNet includes symmetrical and asymmetrical high-speed data services and applications with speeds ranging from 128kbs up to 2mbs symmetrical and up to 7 mbs asymmetrical as well as a channelized T1 replacement product. CuNet is currently available in over 60 central offices in New York, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., Boston, Baltimore and Richmond. By April 1999, over 90 central offices will be opened providing service to all major cities in the Bell Atlantic region, with further expansion in process. "We've spent the last two years, testing connections, integrating provisioning systems, working with the Local Exchange Carrier and perfecting our offering to meet the requirements of corporations and ISPs," explained NAS CEO Jon Aust. "As the first CLEC to obtain an interconnect agreement specifically for xDSL with Bell Atlantic, we had to make sure the technology met the standards that our customers have come to expect from NAS." NAS will offer ISPs and corporations Service Level Agreements, Standard Installation Delivery Dates, as well as 24x7 customer care. Marketing and sales support for ISPs offering CuNet to their business customers will also be provided by NAS. CuNet Products: Scalable Solutions that Mean Business CuNet is a scalable, affordable communication service that benefits telecommuters, small and medium-sized businesses as well as larger corporations looking for economical data transport options. For corporate and remote/SOHO Internet users, CuNet provides extremely high speed bandwidth for a variety of data requirements such as Internet and Intranet access. In addition, CuNet also delivers high-speed Metropolitan Area Network connections, providing end-to-end, managed secure access to corporate networks and Intranets. To help corporations with legacy networks, CuNet offers Circuit Network Integration, focused on economically migrating older voice networks to new technologies. For telecommuters, CuNet offers an integrated data and voice solution. CuNet helps employees working at home communicate with their corporate network, allowing for rapid file downloading, groupware applications, voice access to internal telephone systems, as well as videoconferencing capabilities. Through a unique arrangement with Bell Atlantic, NAS has developed a loop qualification process that distinguishes CuNet from other offerings, allowing NAS to offer unparalleled Quality of Service guarantees. NAS' customer service interface also distinguishes the CuNet offering. Based on configuration requirements developed within NAS, the new customer service center delivers real-time, custom customer care based on a variety of parameters that can be individually set on a customer-by-customer basis. NAS' technology partners in the deployment of xDSL include world-class hardware manufacturers who can meet the NAS requirements for flexibility in design and delivery. About Network Access Solutions: Founded in 1994 as a single source solutions provider for Enterprise Networks focused specifically on Corporate WAN requirements. With over 300 enterprise customers, NAS is now seen as an Industry Leader in the Data Transport Services Industry. NAS prides itself in providing total wide area networking solutions to its ISPs and corporate customers. NAS has designed and built its network in the Bell Atlantic region with the highest standards and quality to ensure maximum efficiency and reliability. Visit www.nas-corp.com for more specifics on CuNet services and deployment. CONTACT: Network Access Solutions \| Jason Baum, 703/742-7700 \| Fax: 703/742-7706 [Copyright 1998, Business Wire]