COMDEX 2003 Examines the Future of Wireless and Mobility; Premier IT Event Gives First Look Into Next Phase of Wireless Solutions for the Enterprise.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers COMDEX The former, premier computer trade show in the U.S. Although it grew into an end user event, it was originally created for dealers and distributors (it was the COMputer Dealers EXposition). Las Vegas Las Vegas (läs vā`gəs), city (1990 pop. 258,295), seat of Clark co., S Nev.; inc. 1911. It is the largest city in Nevada and the center of one of the fastest-growing urban areas in the United States. 2003 SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 7, 2003 MediaLive International, Inc., the world's leading producer of information technology events, conferences, publications and related media and services, today announced that it has sharpened sharp·en tr. & intr.v. sharp·ened, sharp·en·ing, sharp·ens To make or become sharp or sharper. sharp its focus on wireless and mobility at COMDEX Las Vegas 2003, November 16-20, with expanded educational content and networking programs. Through a sequence of seminars, expert conversations, debates and panel discussions, COMDEX will assess the current state of the wireless market and preview emerging mobile solutions for the enterprise. "Wireless technology has evolved beyond the creation of gadgets for gadgets' sake to becoming a true business productivity solution," said Eric Faurot, vice president and general manager for COMDEX. "COMDEX is elevating the discussion beyond simply helping IT buyers choose wireless solutions, but take the next step and leverage them to increase productivity and revenue." Highlights of COMDEX's wireless track agenda include an examination of the current state of wireless technology, sessions on emerging technologies such as Wi-Fi and Radio Frequency Identification See RFID. (RFID (Radio Frequency IDentification) A data collection technology that uses electronic tags for storing data. The tag, also known as an "electronic label," "transponder" or "code plate," is made up of an RFID chip attached to an antenna. ), as well as prototypes of the newest wireless devices. In addition to the wireless Power Panels, COMDEX's After Dark program will feature networking activities for buyers and sellers that correspond with the Wireless and Mobility theme, including a "Ready-to-Wear" fashion show featuring runway runway: see airport. models sporting the latest in wearable wireless technology. Leading companies such as AT&T Wireless and Canon have committed to exhibit at COMDEX 2003. "Of all the industry events that feature wireless technology, we identified COMDEX as being closely aligned with our marketing goals," said Gordon Tubbs, Assistant Director, Broadcast and Communications Division, Canon USA. "Because it provides a platform for us to demonstrate how last mile FSO (Free Space Optics) Transmitting optical signals through the air using infrared lasers. Also known as "wireless optics," FSO provides point-to-point and point-to-multipoint transmission at very high speeds without requiring a government license for use of the spectrum. wireless technologies work in a real-world enterprise environment, COMDEX is the perfect venue for us to establish ongoing dialogue with our customers." Education Sessions and Workshops COMDEX's Wireless and Mobility track will look at the primary issues and trends facing the mobile enterprise. COMDEX will feature top vendors and thought leaders in a variety of sessions such as: -- 802.11 Update -- Public WLANs Are Here -- Beyond 802.11 Update -- The WLAN See wireless LAN. WLAN - wireless local area network Architecture Debate -- WLAN Applications Today and Tomorrow -- Emerging Wireless Applications -- RFID: Technology for a Smart Future -- The Other Broadband: Wireless MANs -- Single Number, Single Device -- Reduced Communications Chaos -- What Happened to the Wireless Web -- Mobile Communicators: The New Breed -- Beyond Bluetooth -- Wireless PANs Grow Up -- Mobile Platforms -- Future Watch: Broadband Everywhere -- Developing Wireless Applications Wireless and Mobility is one of the seven core themes at COMDEX. In addition, COMDEX will highlight the following technology segments: On Demand Computing computing - computer ; Open Source and Linux; Security, the Digital Enterprise; Web Services (1) Loosely, any online service delivered over the Web. Such usage appears in articles from non-technical sources, but not in IT-oriented publications, because definition #2 below describes the correct use of the term. ; and the Windows Platform. About COMDEX Part of the MediaLive International, Inc. family of global brands, COMDEX hosts educational forums, events and conferences that focus on the technology areas most critical to today's IT buyer. COMDEX fosters ongoing collaboration, communication and commerce for the $879 billion IT market by connecting IT vendors with decision makers in Global 2000 companies. Regional 2003 events include COMDEX Las Vegas, November 16-20; Orbit COMDEX Europe, September 24-27; COMDEX Korea, August 18-21; and COMDEX Brazil, August 17-22. For more information, visit www.comdex.com. About MediaLive International, Inc. MediaLive International produces information technology tradeshows and conferences. MediaLive International's products range from the IT industry's largest exhibitions such as COMDEX and NetWorld+Interop to highly focused events featuring renowned educational programs, custom seminars and specialized spe·cial·ize v. spe·cial·ized, spe·cial·iz·ing, spe·cial·iz·es v.intr. 1. To pursue a special activity, occupation, or field of study. 2. vendor marketing programs. For more information about MediaLive International, visit www.medialiveintl.com. MediaLive International, COMDEX, NetWorld, Interop, NetWorld+Interop and associated design marks and logos are trademarks or service marks owned or used under license by MediaLive International, Inc., and may be registered 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. and other countries. 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