Broadband Internet Access at 35,000 Feet, Gives New Meaning to the Mobile Office; Rockwell Collins Uses Nomadix Software to Deliver Broadband Internet Access to Airline Passengers.Business Editors WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 30, 2002 Nomadix Inc., a privately held leading supplier of mobility-enhancing networking software  This article is written like a personal reflection or and may require .Please [ improve this article] by rewriting this article in an . , announced today that they have entered into a definitive agreement with Rockwell Collins (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange :COL) to integrate Nomadix' Network Service Engine -- NSE NSE - Network Software Environment: a proprietary CASE framework from Sun Microsystems. -- software into Rockwell Collins' in-flight entertainment system -- eTES(TM). Through patented technology Nomadix delivers easy and secure high speed broadband wireless connections to thousands of travelers at some of the world's busiest airports. Business travelers enjoying Nomadix enabled wireless connectivity in airport facilities like Minneapolis, Airport Cologne, Tokyo Narita and other airport hotspot zones will soon be able to extend their productivity to the sky. The eTES system is designed to allow users with their own laptops to plug into the aircraft network without modifying their personal settings or loading any special software. The system will redirect passengers automatically to an initial portal page where flight information, airline and partner information can be viewed. With the addition of an Internet Service Provider Internet service provider (ISP) Company that provides Internet connections and services to individuals and organizations. For a monthly fee, ISPs provide computer users with a connection to their site (see data transmission), as well as a log-in name and password. (ISP (1) See in-system programmable. (2) (Internet Service Provider) An organization that provides access to the Internet. Connection to the user is provided via dial-up, ISDN, cable, DSL and T1/T3 lines. ), passengers will have the option of browsing the Internet. Initial trials of the system will begin in the fourth quarter of this year. "Extending our industry leadership in system development and integration by providing complete cabin electronic solutions tailored to our customers' needs is intrinsic to Rockwell Collins," said Dan Bergen, Director of Product Marketing for Rockwell Collins. "We're very excited about working on the eTES project with Rockwell Collins," said Peter Claassen, Vice President of Business Development for Nomadix. "As a frequent flyer frequent flyer Hospital practice A popular term for a Pt who is regularly admitted to a particular ER or health care facility, for various reasons I can't wait to have this service up and running." About Nomadix Nomadix develops mobility software technology, which enhances security while enabling mobility in wireless and wired data networks by delivering universal mobile connectivity, advanced security, and policy-based traffic shaping to the mobile worker. In Nomadix-enabled networks, users receive secure, high-speed data services at their offices, on the road, in their homes -- virtually anywhere they go. Headquartered in Westlake Village, California Westlake Village is a city located in Los Angeles County, California, USA. The population was 8,368 at the 2000 census. This city located in the Conejo Valley is known for its affluence and secluded character, and is considered one of the wealthier communities in the Greater Los , Nomadix sells and supports its products globally through 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 partnerships, Value Added Resellers and Systems Integrators. For additional information, please visit http://www.nomadix.com or call (800) 666-2349. |
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