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biz.yahoo.com Newbridge Networks Joins Forces with Analog Devices and Aware to Make DSL-Lite a Reality SingTel Magix Deploys DSL-Lite High-Speed Internet Access KANATA, ONTARIO--Newbridge Networks (NYSE: NN - news; TSE: NNC - news) today announced it is working with Analog Devices (NYSE: ADI - news) and Aware, Inc. (NASDAQ: AWRE - news) to bring high-speed Internet access to consumers in the Asia Pacific region. These companies have joine d together with SingTel Magix, Intel Corporation [Nasdaq:INTC - news] and Efficient Networks in an initial deployment of DSL-Lite, a consumer version of asymmetric digital subscriber line (ADSL) technology that delivers high-speed voice and data transmission over regular tel ephone lines. SingTel Magix is a high-speed Internet access service provided by SingTel. It is also an integral part of the Singapore ONE project -- an information technologies initiative led by the government of Singapore. The deployment is based on G.Lite DSL technology, the new worldwide standard adopted by the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) in late 1998. G.Lite offers a splitterless, cost-effective solution for high-speed network access to the home, provi ding ''always on'' connections and simultaneous voice and data transmissions. ''As an innovative multimedia service, SingTel Magix is eager to deploy leading-edge technology that results in better service for our customers,'' said Chan Kin Hung, Senior Director of Sales & Marketing, SingTel Magix. ''Our modems are already priced comp etitively with dial-up modems and G.Lite further enhances customer convenience by simplifying the installation process.''