ATCOM/INFO Releases IPORT Central Office Solution.ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 21, 1998-- IPORT-CO Makes Plug & Play High-Speed Internet See broadband. Access Possible to Multiple Properties from a Single Server ATCOM/INFO, the leader in public high-speed Internet access, today announced the launch of the IPORT(tm) Central Office (IPORT-CO) solution, the most cost-effective way to deliver high-speed Internet access services to hotels, multiple dwelling units (MDUs), airports, retail, office and home locations. IPORT-CO enables ISPs, Telcos and other service providers to deliver high-speed Internet access with enhanced services, decreased hardware installation costs, reduced customer support requirements and overall lower total operating costs operating costs npl → gastos mpl operacionales than any other means of high-speed Internet access currently available. The IPORT-CO solution allows service providers to install a single dedicated IPORT server in their data center, POP, (Point of Presence), Telco Central Offices or network control centers to provide service to a number of property types simultaneously. IPORT-CO allows service providers to offer their clients the ability to supply all their brand properties with high-speed access over a single network, providing cost savings in terms of installation and support. The service provider also benefits from not having to maintain customer premise equipment and centralizing the management of the Internet services. Properties such as hotels, MDUs, airports, retailers and offices will also be able to significantly reduce the costs and strain associated with providing and maintaining high-speed Internet services. IPORT-CO enables several properties to share the expenses for servers, routers and Internet, notably decreasing the total cost of ownership for these businesses. These properties who receive service via IPORT-CO will receive all the benefits of the IPORT 2.5 Internet Access See how to access the Internet. System [see today's related announcement]. These new features include plug & play capabilities, pay-per-use billing, meeting management capabilities and printing services. "IPORT-CO is offering substantial benefits across markets. It's a cost-competitive solution that enables ISPs, Telcos with DSL DSL in full Digital Subscriber Line Broadband digital communications connection that operates over standard copper telephone wires. It requires a DSL modem, which splits transmissions into two frequency bands: the lower frequencies for voice (ordinary services, and other service providers to compete directly with cable modem cable modem Modem used to convert analog data signals to digital form and vise versa, for transmission or receipt over cable television lines, especially for connecting to the Internet. companies offering Internet services because they can deliver high-speed access solutions using existing copper wiring and a variety of networking solutions," said Tom Caldwell, Vice President of Business Development and Marketing for ATCOM/INFO. "It also allows service providers to focus on their customers' needs like providing a property-branded online community and providing access for multiple PC's in an apartment, while eliminating the cost and responsibility of maintaining networking systems." With IPORT-CO, users can connect to the Internet without reconfiguring their computers and without requesting a logon name, password or using special client software. By integrating IPORT 2.5 into the IPORT-CO solution, there is a connection to a property management system, its credit card payment systems, and other billing systems to ensure complete payment flexibility. The solution supports micropayments for premium content, enabling properties or service providers to add valuable content services for their customers. Printing capabilities and meeting room management access for automated service activation and deactivation de·ac·ti·vate tr.v. de·ac·ti·vat·ed, de·ac·ti·vat·ing, de·ac·ti·vates 1. To render inactive or ineffective. 2. To inhibit, block, or disrupt the action of (an enzyme or other biological agent). 3. is also available. IPORT-CO delivers a full "Connected Community" experience, including: -- Branding for the property and service owner -- Forced navigation of branding and advertising Web pages at each connection -- Standardized interface across multiple installations -- Managed delivery of customer content for individual users -- Branded business, entertainment, news and property information and services -- Automated configuration of connections for users IPORT-CO is built entirely on the Microsoft NT Platform, including the Microsoft SQL Server A relational DBMS from Microsoft that is a major component of the Windows Server System. It is Microsoft's high-end client/server database and is closely integrated with Microsoft Visual Studio and the Microsoft Office System. , Microsoft Proxy Server Also called a "proxy," it is a computer system or router that breaks the connection between sender and receiver. Functioning as a relay between client and server, proxy servers are used to help prevent an attacker from invading the private network. , Microsoft Site Server 3.0, IIS (Internet Information Services) Microsoft's Web server. IIS runs under the server versions of Windows, adding HTTP server capability to the Windows operating system. , and the Windows NT (Windows New Technology) A 32-bit operating system from Microsoft for Intel x86 CPUs. NT is the core technology in Windows 2000 and Windows XP (see Windows). Available in separate client and server versions, it includes built-in networking and preemptive multitasking. Routing and Remote Access Services (communications) Remote Access Services - (RAS) A service provided by Windows NT which allows most of the services which would be available on a network to be accessed over a modem link. (a.k.a. "Steelhead") software. It works with any network hardware vendors equipment, including existing copper wire solutions, xDSL modems, switched Ethernet An Ethernet network that is controlled by a switch instead of a shared hub. The switch cross connects all clients, servers and network devices, giving each sending-receiving pair the full rated transmission speed. networks, wireless and cable modems. About ATCOM/INFO Based in San Diego San Diego (săn dēā`gō), city (1990 pop. 1,110,549), seat of San Diego co., S Calif., on San Diego Bay; inc. 1850. San Diego includes the unincorporated communities of La Jolla and Spring Valley. Coronado is across the bay. , ATCOM/INFO is a leading provider of public high-speed Internet systems for the 21st century. ATCOM/INFO's mission is to provide superior software products and services for information delivery to users in public places. This includes pay-per-use public Internet ports, kiosk management software, and custom software solutions designed to meet specific customer needs. The company's Internet systems are targeted for use in public facilities and the hospitality market segment throughout the United States and the world, including airports, hotels, convention centers and other public areas. For more information on ATCOM/INFO, please call 619-699-4003, fax at 619-699-4040, or visit their Web site at http://www.atcominfo.com. |
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