2C Computing Launches Digital Extension Technology; Technology Allows Deployment of Gigabit Ethernet Without Re-wiring Buildings.Business Editors/Technology Writers NetWorld Interop Atlanta 2000 ATLANTA, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept 26, 2000 Today at Networld+Interop, 2C Computing, Inc. demonstrated its Digital Extension Technology(TM) in its Cstation product that will be formally announced later this year. This technology, licensed from Avocent Corporation, enables the centralization of PC resources. 2C Computing's Digital Extension Technology(TM) is the first PC standards-based solution that satisfies both IT Managers and end-users by providing the security, control and advanced networking required by IT Administrators along with the flexibility, compatibility and personal computing Refers to users working on their own computers rather than a terminal to a mainframe. Sometimes, the term refers to using computers at home for work and/or entertainment in contrast to business use only. See personal computer. experience essential to end-users. Digital Extension Technology provides a hybrid solution for distributed or managed PCs, referred to as "Split Client" architecture. A Split Client PC is simply a standard PC with the user interface "split" from the computing resource, allowing for centralization of all PCs within a single location while all user-interface devices remain at the end-user's desk. Centralizing PCs allows both IT Managers and end users to reclaim the desktops, delivering dramatic improvements in a number of key areas including: -- Greater system security -- Improved control and administration -- Reduced Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) -- Reduced costs of new technology deployment "Our technology enables administrators to reclaim control of their distributed PCs, drastically reducing TCO (1) (Total Cost of Ownership) The cost of using a computer. It includes the cost of the hardware, software and upgrades as well as the cost of the inhouse staff and/or consultants that provide training and technical support. See ROI. as well as costs for deploying new technology such as gigabit Ethernet An Ethernet standard that transmits at 1 Gbps. Used mostly to connect high-end workstations and servers as well as for network backbones, Gigabit Ethernet transmits full duplex from point to point using switches and half duplex in a shared environment (CSMA/CD) using a hub. , Fiber Channel and Storage Area Networking," said Remigius Shatas, president and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of 2C Computing. "Now, companies that require high-speed networking and storage can locate their PCs within a few feet of the switching device without re-wiring their building." 2C's Digital Extension Technology converts the standard PCI bus signal resident on the PC motherboard into a new ultra-high-speed protocol, called C-Link(TM), and communicates this signal over the existing CAT 5 twisted pair cable traditionally installed for 10/100BaseT networks. 2C's C-Link Protocol provides a peak bi-directional throughput of 1.33 Gigabits per second, many times higher than copper LAN (Local Area Network) A communications network that serves users within a confined geographical area. The "clients" are the user's workstations typically running Windows, although Mac and Linux clients are also used. protocols. 2C's Cstation, a low-power, inexpensive end user appliance, utilizes the point-to-point C-Link protocol to allow centralization of the PC chassis up to 100 meters away from the end-user's location. The end-user's keyboard, monitor and mouse are connected to the Cstation. Unlike thin client devices, the Cstation also provides PCI (1) (Payment Card Industry) See PCI DSS. (2) (Peripheral Component Interconnect) The most widely used I/O bus (peripheral bus). and USB USB in full Universal Serial Bus Type of serial bus that allows peripheral devices (disks, modems, printers, digitizers, data gloves, etc.) to be easily connected to a computer. connections for attaching the vast majority of end-user peripherals including floppy, CDROM See CD-ROM. and other high-capacity removable drives, scanners, printers, PDA (Personal Digital Assistant) A handheld computer for managing contacts, appointments and tasks. It typically includes a name and address database, calendar, to-do list and note taker, which are the functions in a personal information manager (see PIM). cradles, webcams, and IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, New York, www.ieee.org) A membership organization that includes engineers, scientists and students in electronics and allied fields. 1394 Firewire devices. Availability and pricing of the Cstation will be announced later this year. 2C Computing and their strategic partner, Mobility Electronics, are working to reduce the cost of Digital Extension Technology by combing it with elements of Mobility's patented Split Bridge(TM) technology. About 2C Computing, Inc. 2C Computing incorporated on December 27, 1999, and is founded by the team that developed the industry's first analog KVM (K Virtual Machine) A version of the Java Virtual Machine for small devices with limited memory. See J2ME. See also KVM switch. KVM - Keyboard Video Mouse extension products for PCs and servers. 2C Computing is bringing Digital Extension Technology to the marketplace by means of a joint venture with Avocent Corporation (formerly Cybex Computer Products and Apex). For more information about 2C Computing, visit http://www.2Ccomputing.com About Avocent Corporation Avocent Corporation is the leading supplier of connectivity solutions for enterprise data centers, service providers and financial institutions worldwide. Branded products include KVM switching, extension, remote access and video display solutions. Additional information is available at: www.avocent.com, www.apex.com or www.cybex.com. About Mobility Electronics, Inc. Mobility Electronics, Inc., based in Scottsdale, Ariz., is a leading provider of remote connectivity technology and products for the computer industry. Mobility Electronics' patented Split Bridge(TM) technology allows the PCI bus of a computer to be extended, which has created the opportunity for the development and sale of new universal docking and PCI expansion products for portable, desktop and server computers. Mobility Electronics markets its family of EasiDock(R) and EasiExpansion(TM) universal docking and expansion solutions through an extensive network of OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) The rebranding of equipment and selling it. The term initially referred to the company that made the products (the "original" manufacturer), but eventually became widely used to refer to the organization that buys the products and , distributor and reseller business alliances. Mobility Electronics has created significant strategic alliances with Avocent, LSI LSI: see integrated circuit. (Large Scale Integration) Between 3,000 and 100,000 transistors on a chip. See SSI, MSI, VLSI and ULSI. Logic, Molex, 3Com, Silicon Image, Philips Electronics, Solectron, Portsmith and 2C Computing. For information on Mobility Electronics' products and services, call 480/596-0061. Visit Mobility Electronics at www.mobilityelectronics.com. 2C Computing and the 2C logo are trademarks of 2C Computing, Inc. Avocent and the Cybex logo are trademarks of Avocent Corporation. Mobility, Split Bridge and EasiDock are trademarks of Mobility Electronics, Inc. Other brands and product names are trademarks of the respective owners. |
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