Air2Web Introduces State-of-the-Art Application Hosting.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 28, 2000 Air2Web Always Interactive(TM) Suite of Services Delivers Applications to All Types of Wireless Devices, Making "Place" Infinite Air2Web, Inc., today announced a wireless application solution that allows organizations to quickly and seamlessly extend their eBusiness initiatives to deliver wireless applications that support any carrier, network, device or location. The Air2Web's Always Interactive(TM) suite of services is carrier and network independent and enables organizations to create, deploy and deliver their branded applications to customers using all types of wireless devices from WAP (1) (Wireless Access Point) See access point. (2) (Wireless Application Protocol) A standard for providing cellular phones, pagers and other handheld devices with secure access to e-mail and text-based Web pages. and SMS (1) (Storage Management System) Software used to routinely back up and archive files. See HSM. (2) (Systems Management Server) Systems management software from Microsoft that runs on Windows NT Server. phones, to pagers and pervasive computing Refers to the use of computers in everyday life, including PDAs, smartphones and other mobile devices. It also refers to computers contained in commonplace objects such as cars and appliances and implies that people are unaware of their presence. devices. The Air2Web platform supports interactive text and audio applications across the widest range of wireless devices including one-way SMS. Air2Web provides state-of-the-art application hosting with day-to-day applications management and continuous support. "The intersection of Internet and eBusiness with digital wireless networks and mobile devices creates dramatic potential," said Sanjoy Malik Noun 1. malik - the leader of a town or community in some parts of Asia Minor and the Indian subcontinent; "maliks rule the hinterland of Afghanistan under the protection of warlords" , Air2Web president and chief executive officer. "This market intersection drives two types of development need: wireless interactivity and the business logic for mobile customers. Air2Web provides interactivity across all digital wireless devices and allows a developer to concentrate on the mobile business logic -- the key interactions with customers." Air2Web is distinguished in the market by its ability to support interactive applications that make devices and networks transparent. By writing an application to the Air2Web open platform it is possible to build wireless applications in as simple or sophisticated a format as desired. This translates to sending a simple flight cancellation notice, allowing a workgroup to re-schedule a meeting remotely, or transferring funds between bank accounts. Air2Web provides wireless application services See ASP and Web services. through a published interface and actively recruits developers to use this interface for their wireless web work. Air2Web offers complete training programs as well as ongoing developer support to enable state of the art wireless solutions for businesses around the globe. Customers Air2Web counts leading media, finance, travel, transportation, shipping and e-commerce companies as customers, including: United Parcel Service United Parcel Service, Inc. (NYSE: UPS), commonly referred to as UPS, is the world's largest package delivery company, delivering more than 15 million packages[1] a day to 6.1 million customers in over 200 countries and territories around the world. (UPS), NetBank, TotalSports, and Open Site. Company Profile Established in November 1999, Air2Web brings considerable talent and expertise into the wireless arena. Its founders have proven track records in building advanced technology start-ups. Nearly a decade ago, 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. Sanjoy Malik founded Synchrologic, a leading developer of Internet-based mobile computing Using a computing device while in transit. Mobile computing implies wireless transmission, but wireless transmission does not necessarily imply mobile computing. Fixed wireless applications use satellites, radio systems and lasers to transmit between permanent objects such as buildings software. Chairman Jay Chaudhry founded SecureIT, an Internet and enterprise security services Security services are state institutions for the provision of intelligence, primarily of a strategic nature, but also including protective security intelligence. Examples include the Security Service (MI5) and the Secret Intelligence Service (MI6) in the United Kingdom, and the company, which was eventually sold to VeriSign. Air2Web has built a strong management team, and experienced development staff and an advisory board consisting of industry leaders in related areas of business. About Air2Web Air2Web is a leading wireless application service provider. The Air2Web Always Interactive suite of services enable businesses to create, deploy, and deliver their branded applications to consumers using wireless WAP and SMS phones, pagers, and pervasive computing devices. Air2Web supports interactive text and audio applications across the widest range of computing computing - computer devices including one-way SMS. Air2Web provides state-of-the-art application hosting, including day-to-day management of the applications and continuous support. Air2Web's customers include UPS, Digital Insight, TotalSports, and other leading media, finance, travel, transportation, and e-commerce companies. For more information about Air2Web, please visit http://www.air2web.com. Note to Editors: Brands and products referenced herein are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. All prices noted are in US dollars and are valid only in the United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. . |
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