Colubris Networks Announces Interoperability with iPass Wi-Fi Network.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers WALTHAM, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 14, 2003 Partnership Enables Integration of Intelligent Wi-Fi Access Devices with iPass' Global Virtual Network to Create Secure, Turnkey Hotspots and Wireless LAN A local area network that transmits over the air typically in the 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz unlicensed frequency band. It does not require line of sight between sender and receiver. Wireless base stations (access points) are wired to an Ethernet network and transmit a radio frequency over an area Networks Colubris Networks, a global provider of intelligent Wi-Fi wireless networking See wireless network. devices for operators of large public and enterprise networks, today announced that its products have been certified as interoperable with the iPass Inc. (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on : IPAS IPAS Iowa Physician Assistant Society IPAS Integrated Program Assessment System IPAS Inventory Product Assurance Surveillance IPAS Integrated Pressurized Air System (gas turbine systems) ) Global Virtual Network. A member of the iPass Alliance(TM) Technology Partner Program, Colubris Networks develops highly secure, intelligent Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN See wireless LAN. WLAN - wireless local area network ) access devices that are deployed by more than 400 organizations and public hotspot providers. "With further expansion of the global workplace, it's vital to empower today's mobile workforce with anytime, anywhere access to drive increased corporate productivity," said Mary Tate, director of technology alliances at iPass. "Colubris Networks' intelligent access devices are now able to be integrated within the iPass Global Virtual Network because they help businesses provide highly interoperable wireless services, while pursuing their own Wi-Fi business strategies." "We welcome this membership into the iPass Alliance Technology Partner Program," said Jim Ciociolo, vice president of business development and carrier sales at Colubris Networks. "It's a testament to our commitment to provide VPN-caliber intelligent access solutions that integrate seamlessly within existing networks and security frameworks. We look forward to working with iPass to provide a robust, cost-effective solution for our mutual partners and customers." Colubris Networks' intelligent access devices have been verified as compatible with leading VPN (Virtual Private Network) A private network that is configured within a public network (a carrier's network or the Internet) in order to take advantage of the economies of scale and management facilities of large networks. systems, personal firewalls, and other policy management and enforcement tools. Today's announcement is particularly beneficial to the companies' mutual partners, including Wireless Internet Service Providers 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. (WISPs) Adael Wireless (www.adael.net) and Wireless Link (www.wirelesslanlink.com) which deploy secure Wi-Fi hotspots in hotels, airports, restaurants and conference facilities. For example, Wireless Link, which signed a Wi-Fi provider agreement with iPass to extend its service to iPass customers, uses Colubris Networks equipment to deliver seamless network access to travelers. In order to receive this certification, the Colubris Networks intelligent Wi-Fi access devices had to be coded to iPass' Generic Interface Specification (GIS) which supports major VPN technologies and protocols, and supports RFC (Request For Comments) A document that describes the specifications for a recommended technology. Although the word "request" is in the title, if the specification is ratified, it becomes a standards document. compliant RADIUS accounting attributes which enable proper inter-party settlement. iPass developed the GIS to allow roaming between hotspots operated by disparate network providers utilizing a diverse number of HTTP-based access gateway technologies. iPass has made the GIS available to the industry - free of charge - creating a de facto [Latin, In fact.] In fact, in deed, actually. This phrase is used to characterize an officer, a government, a past action, or a state of affairs that must be accepted for all practical purposes, but is illegal or illegitimate. roaming standard for smart client to access gateway authentication over HTTP/SSL. The GIS is available from iPass at www.ipass.com/gis. About Colubris Networks' Intelligent Access Devices Colubris Networks offers a range of Wi-Fi intelligent access devices that enable businesses to quickly and cost-effectively deploy and manage secure Wi-Fi networks. The company's "hotspot in a box" solution combines the functionality of a WLAN access point and controller in a single, highly scalable and easy to manage device for delivering wireless access and services in hotels, airports, convention centers and other locations frequented by business travelers. Colubris Networks' access devices seamlessly integrate into carrier infrastructures and ensure that users are authenticated, traffic usage is accounted for, and revenue opportunities are increased for the service provider. The company also offers a line of highly secure enterprise access equipment that gives businesses and government agencies the confidence to deploy wireless networks into their most data-sensitive locations. Colubris Networks' intelligent access devices scale from hundreds to thousands of users, are Wi-Fi certified See Wi-Fi Alliance. , and commercially available through third-party resellers and 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 partners. For more information, visit www.colubris.com/en/products/public_access. About Colubris Networks Colubris Networks is a global leader in providing highly secure, manageable and cost-effective Wireless LAN solutions for enterprise networks and carrier deployments. Its award-winning Wi-Fi certified product family of purpose-built enterprise and public access offerings seamlessly integrates into existing customer networks, providing maximum cost-effectiveness and management simplicity. Colubris Networks embeds strong tools such as Virtual Private Networking, enhanced security and firewall technologies into its open, industry-standard solutions. Colubris Networks' products are deployed by more than 400 organizations worldwide, including Telecom Italia Telecom Italia is formerly a partially state-owned Italian telco. It was once known as SIP, and it has the largest user base in Italy. Telecom Italia also owns shares in Telecom Argentina and Telecom Personal, fixed and cellular networks in Argentina. , NTT-ME, McGill University, Bangkok International Airport Bangkok International Airport can be:
(2) (Apple Display Connector) A peripheral connector from Apple that combines digital video display, USB and power in one cable. , Alcatel, Juniper Networks, RSA Security, Funk Software, Micromuse, and a worldwide network of value-added-resellers and systems integrators. For more information visit the company at www.colubris.com or contact us at info@colubris.com. All products and services mentioned are trademarks of their respective companies. |
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