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To: pat mudge who wrote (10892)	4/20/1999 5:33:00 PM
From: Peppe	Respond to of 18016

Pat, You forgot Qualcomm (QCOM). They blew away their numbers as well. Nice to see old fashion earnings and profitable companies in the midst of all these internet stocks. Cheers, peppe

To: pat mudge who wrote (10892)	4/20/1999 7:37:00 PM
From: zbyslaw owczarczyk	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 18016

About LMDS: Wireless Broadband Services to Grow Tremendously, ABI Says OYSTER BAY, N.Y., April 20 /PRNewswire/ -- The future of Internet access is very much wireless, despite the head start cable modem and ADSL service providers have had in rolling out services, according to Allied Business Intelligence. While wireless is barely in the picture at this moment, it is apparent that the wireless sector will also benefit from the Internet and data movement. ABI sums up the wireless broadband access market in Wireless Broadband 99. Fixed Access Delivery Methods and Marketplaces, which covers LMDS, MMDS, satellite, 38 GHz and fixed wireless technologies. There were fewer than 100,000 wireless broadband subscribers in 1998; by 2004 that number will rise to over 4 million, or close to one-fifth of the total broadband access pie. LMDS and satellite services will be the two leading wireless broadband technologies. Although the wireless sector share is much smaller than the wireline share, it is due to the slower rollout of wireless technologies. A roadblock for wireless broadband providers could be a slow uptake of high-frequency devices, effecting the price of customer premises equipment. However, the cost factor will be a stumbling block for consumers, not businesses that the wireless broadband providers are targeting. In fact, while wireline technologies may be better suited for the home, wireless broadband access may be better suited for business applications. Wireless providers will also have to create name and brand recognition and established reselling channels, all areas in which wireline providers already are well versed. However, wireless broadband providers will be able to overcome these obstacles, despite the significant head start of wireline operators in offering services. As wireless providers come on board and continue to build out in new areas, the outlook can only continue to improve each year. With the initial roll-out of LMDS and 38 GHz; services in 1998 and 1999, Allied Business Intelligence has already seen the future, and it is in large part wireless. The recent purchase of MMDS properties by such large players as Sprint and MCI Worldcom and the impending satellite systems due to begin service in 2004 will add even more diversity to the wireless access portfolio. Allied Business Intelligence, Inc. is an Oyster Bay, NY-based technology research think-tank specializing in communications and emerging technology markets. ABI publishes strategic research on the broadband, wireless, electronics, automation, energy and transportation industries. Details of these studies can be found at alliedworld.com. Or call 516-624-3113 for more info.

To: pat mudge who wrote (10892)	4/20/1999 7:41:00 PM
From: zbyslaw owczarczyk	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 18016

PixStream Introduces Next Generation Professional Video Networking Platform@ PixStream VDS5000 provides a ''carrier-class'' video networking solution for network service providers and broadcasters NAB99, LAS VEGAS, NV, April 19 /CNW-PRN/ - PixStream Incorporated, a leading developer of video networking solutions, introduced today the PixStream VDS5000 professional video networking platform. PixStream is displaying the VDS5000 at the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) annual convention at the Sands Expo Center in Las Vegas, Nevada, April 19-22, 1999, in booth S759. PixStream has targeted the VDS5000 to network service providers looking to introduce TV video re-distribution from head-end locations to the home and video courier applications such as video networking between broadcaster sites, local affiliate sites, post production houses and live special events. The PixStream VDS5000 professional video networking system meets the demanding performance and high-availability standards of the broadcast and communications industries and is the perfect choice for organizations requiring ''carrier-class'' professional video networking systems. System Configurations Integrating seamlessly into terrestrial, satellite, cable and wireless infrastructures, the PixStream VDS5000 accepts a host of data, audio and video inputs, provides high performance real time video processing and adapts to existing and emerging networks. Network service providers can connect to IP, ATM and SONET networks and can configure the VDS5000 system to adapt traffic to emerging access networks such as HFC, xDSL and LMDS. The PixStream VDS5000 is a professional video networking solution that allows multiple channels to be demodulated, descrambled, multiplexed, remultiplexed, decoded, encoded (MPEG-2 4:2:0 MP(at)ML and 4:2:2 P(at)ML) and adapted from a variety of broadcast audio and video inputs to a number of telecommunication networks. The VDS5000 system is a rack mountable 9RU system chassis with 14 available module slots, a system controller and redundant power supplies. The system's modular and high-speed (65 Gbps) midplane design enables users to create a custom product that can be integrated into their existing network and provides the bandwidth requirements for emerging HDTV standards. The scalable nature of the VDS5000 also allows users to upgrade their video networking system or add channels as required, protecting their initial investment. PixStream VDS5000 systems support N+1 redundancy, support hot standby and are hot swappable to ensure that mission critical video systems stay online. Enhanced reliability can be achieved by employing PixStream's patent pending forward error correction that protects against data corruption or loss and maintains an MPEG-2 standard compliant transport stream. Video Network Management The PixStream VDS5000 can be easily configured, controlled and monitored through existing network management frameworks using PixStream VDSmanager integration software (e.g. HP OpenView(TM) & Newbridge MainStreetXpress(TM) 45020/46020 integration) and the VDS5000 system's SNMP support. PixStream VDS5000's self-served Java based element management browser offers users an intuitive user interface for control and configuration. For additional support of higher level operational control, the PixStream VDSmanager framework also offers a number of optional management software modules. The PixStream VDS5000 fully interoperates with the recently announced VDS2000 enterprise video networking platform and both are completely manageable under the PixStream VDSmanager framework. Committed to industry standards, all PixStream systems are ATSC, DVB, SMPTE and ITU compliant. Pricing and Contact Information Pricing is highly dependent on the number of video channels and type of network cards selected. A typical VDS5000 system costs US$50,000 to US$600,000. For sales information, contact PixStream at +1 519-884-4196 or e-mail video(at)pixstream.com. PixStream Incorporated PixStream develops, manufactures and globally markets hardware and software solutions that enable network service providers and enterprises to reliably distribute and manage digital video. Using PixStream solutions, high quality video and audio can be transported more efficiently over broadband networks, optimizing bandwidth and enabling customers to introduce leading-edge video services and applications. Founded in 1996, PixStream is based in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. More information is available at www.pixstream.com. All company and/or product names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective owners. SOURCE: PixStream Incorporated Related News Categories: computers, telecom