5G Wireless Solutions to Provide Broadband Networking Equipment for Westminster, Calif.; WiFi HotZone(TM) to Serve ``Little Saigon'' Asian Community.MARINA DEL REY Del Rey may refer to:
System using radio-frequency, infrared, microwave, or other types of electromagnetic or acoustic waves in place of wires, cables, or fibre optics to transmit signals or data. , Inc. (OTCBB OTCBB See OTC Bulletin Board (OTCBB). :FGWC), a business development company, announced today the City of Westminster Noun 1. City of Westminster - a borough of Greater London on the Thames; contains Buckingham Palace and the Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey Westminster , Calif., will be using its new "cellular-style" wireless broadband base station equipment to create a WiFi HotZone to serve the "Little Saigon Little Saigon is a name given to any of several overseas Vietnamese immigrant and descendant communities outside Vietnam, usually in the United States. Saigon is the former name of the capital of the former South Vietnam, where a large number of first-generation Vietnamese " Asian community. The deal was arranged through Fountain Valley Fountain Valley, city (1990 pop. 53,691), Orange co., S Calif.; inc. 1957. Chiefly residential, Fountain Valley also has diverse manufactures, including apparel, computer equipment, semiconductors, and medical equipment. A U.S. navy helicopter facility is there. , Calif.-based VIP Network Holdings, Inc., one of 5G's channel marketing partners. VIP will be using 5G's WiFi networking equipment to serve the existing Vietnamese, Korean, and Chinese community in Westminster, as well as to provide training experience for international staffers in preparation for the deployment of wireless infrastructures it plans for parts of Southeast Asia Southeast Asia, region of Asia (1990 est. pop. 442,500,000), c.1,740,000 sq mi (4,506,600 sq km), bounded roughly by the Indian subcontinent on the west, China on the north, and the Pacific Ocean on the east. . Located in the "Little Saigon" area of the City of Westminster are five banks, six major shopping centers, and hundreds of shops, restaurants, and professional offices in what is considered the largest Vietnamese business enclave outside of Vietnam. The area is quickly becoming a major tourist destination for overseas visitors following a stop at nearby Southern California attractions like Knotts Berry Farm and Disneyland. "We're delighted to be involved in such an important community application here today in California, and, ultimately, for what it means in terms of international business potential," stated Jerry Dix, 5G Wireless Communications' 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. . "VIP selected the 5G Wireless Solution over SBC (1) (SBC Communications Inc., San Antonio, TX, www.sbc.com) A large, national telecommunications company that grew from a multitude of local and regional companies, including Southwestern Bell, Pacific Bell and Nevada Bell, into a single, unified brand by 2002. and Verizon, who were unable to meet customer needs. Our `less is more' hardware philosophy makes perfect sense where it's important to maximize the value of every dollar spent, especially in developing nations, where investments in wireless infrastructures appear to be significantly ramping up." Utilizing 5G's new "cellular-style" equipment, featuring "outside-in," Non-Line-of-Sight (NLOS NLOS Non-Line of Sight NLOS No Line of Sight (satellite TV) NLOS Near Line of Sight ) signal penetration, users equipped with standard 802.11b/g PCs and PDAs can seamlessly roam throughout the community. Requiring less hardware than competitors translates to faster installation, reduced maintenance, reduced network administration, easier upgrades, and, ultimately, one of the lowest possible Total Cost of Ownership (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. ) metrics in the industry today. Minimizing the volume of WiFi hardware exposure is also a key concern in the international market, where theft is a common problem. "Dozens of access points, whether installed on lampposts or the sides of buildings, represent a serious security risk where theft is a problem," added Mr. Dix. "Our rooftop base stations are much more secure atop tall buildings well beyond reach of potential vandalism, and we see this as an emerging benefit as we pursue other international opportunities in India, Malaysia, Russia, and China." Earlier this year, 5G reached out to community decision makers in the selection process when the company was featured in a regional business conference sponsored by VIP, and covered by the local Vietnamese television network. About 5G Wireless Solutions, Inc. 5G Wireless Solutions, Inc., located in Marina del Rey, is a wholly-owned subsidiary of 5G Wireless Communications, Inc. (OTCBB:FGWC). The company develops and sells wireless broadband solutions for university and municipal campuses, and provides networking equipment to a select group of VARs and WISPs. Users enjoy high performance internet access at lower acquisition, implementation, and maintenance costs than most major competitors due to uniquely enhanced WiFi access points. 5G Wireless Solutions products are distinguished by their exceptional service area range, throughput speeds, number of concurrent users, non-line-of-sight capabilities, and unique security protocol. These enhancements are compatible with standard 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. 802.11b WiFi equipment for "last mile" roaming and point-to-multi-point networks. For additional information, please visit www.5Gwireless.com, or call 800-916-1611. Certain statements in this news release may contain forward-looking information within the meaning of Rule 175 under the Securities Act of 1933 and Rule 3b-6 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and are subject to the safe harbor Safe Harbor 1. A legal provision to reduce or eliminate liability as long as good faith is demonstrated. 2. A form of shark repellent implemented by a target company acquiring a business that is so poorly regulated that the target itself is less attractive. created by those rules. All statements, other than statements of fact, included in this release, including, without limitation, statements regarding potential future plans and objectives of the company, are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate, and actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Technical complications may arise which could prevent the prompt implementation of any strategically significant plan(s) outlined above. The company cautions that these forward-looking statements are further qualified by other factors, including, but not limited to, those set forth in the company's Form 10-KSB filing and other filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission. The company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any statements in this release, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. All product or service names mentioned herein are the trademarks of their respective owners. |
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