ADS Launches USB to Ethernet Starter Kit for Home/Small Office Users; Latest Addition to Popular USB Product Line Simplifies Network Building.CERRITOS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 9, 1999-- ADS Technologies Inc., a leading provider of 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. upgrade solutions, Wednesday announced the release of USB to Ethernet Starter Kit, a networking solution that allows users to set up a true 10BaseT network for the home or small office with plug and play convenience. The USB to Ethernet Starter Kit allows users to share Internet access See how to access the Internet. , files and peripherals instantly without requiring them to open their computers to install networking interface cards (NIC (1) (Network Interface Card) See network adapter. See also InterNIC. (2) (New Internet Computer) An earlier Linux-based computer from The New Internet Computer Company (NICC), Palo Alto, CA. ). The USB to Ethernet Starter Kit includes: five-port ethernet hub A device that all lines on an Ethernet segment are plugged into. 10Base-T and 100Base-T Ethernets are star networks and require a hub for operation. The earlier 10Base5 and 10Base2 Ethernets are bus networks, but are often wired into a star configuration using a central hub for improved , two ethernet adapters, A/C power supply, 10BaseT cables, driver disk and Midpoint mid·point n. 1. Mathematics The point of a line segment or curvilinear arc that divides it into two parts of the same length. 2. A position midway between two extremes. Companion Lite software, which allows users to share a modem for Internet access. This feature eliminates the need for additional routers or hardware and also includes a natural firewall, adding protection against outside intrusion. "USB technology has made home and small office networking more accessible to the average consumer," said Mike McCoy, president of ADS Technologies. "Users do not have to have extensive networking knowledge or experience to reap the benefits of file, Internet and peripheral sharing. "With the USB to Ethernet Starter Kit, a novice can build a network and have it up and running in minutes. Simply plug the USB to ethernet adapters and the hub into the PC, install the drivers and the network is complete." System requirements are IBM-compatible PC and available USB port. Estimated street price is $169; available at most major retail outlets. ADS Technologies brings the cutting-edge technology of upgrade, network and presentation solutions to the personal computer marketplace. The privately held company privately held company A firm whose shares are held within a relatively small circle of owners and are not traded publicly. manufactures USB and 1394 hardware, TV tuner cards, and scan converters for both PCs and Macs. For more information or graphics, contact Christina Cu at 800/888-5244 or visit the "Press Room" at www.adstech.com. |
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