Comdial Introduces Its Next-Generation IP-FX Convergence Platform.Business Editors & High Tech Writers CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 7, 2000 Comdial Corporation (Nasdaq:CMDL CMDL Climate Monitoring and Diagnostics Laboratory CMDL Common Mission Data Loader ) introduces its next-generation IP-FX(TM) convergence platform designed for branch-offices and enterprise businesses. The IP-FX convergence platform allows businesses to create a unified communications The real time redirection of a voice, text or e-mail message to the device closest to the intended recipient at any given time. For example, voice calls to desk phones could be routed to the user's cellphone when required. network that converges telephony and data over LAN (Local Area Network) A communications network that serves users within a confined geographical area. The "clients" are the user's workstations typically running Windows, although Mac and Linux clients are also used. and WAN infrastructures. Developed to interoperate with existing equipment for maximum investment protection, Comdial's IP-FX convergence platform features a Motorola(R) PowerPC(R), Texas Instruments See TI. (company) Texas Instruments - (TI) A US electronics company. A TI engineer, Jack Kilby invented the integrated circuit in 1958. Three TI employees left the company in 1982 to start Compaq. (R) DSPs, and Comdial's IP-FX network board, which enables a host of next-generation communications solutions, including branch office IP networking, multi-site campus IP networking, and telecommuting telecommuting, an arrangement by which people work at home using a computer and telephone, transmitting work material to a business office by means of a modem and telephone lines; it is also known as telework. . In addition, the IP-FX switch is configured as an H.323 endpoint, increasing the size of the network footprint and offering multiple compression Multiple Compression The effect that arises when a stock trades at a certain multiple and, while earnings may be strong, the stock price doesn't move up (or even goes down). algorithms for optimal voice compression. "The introduction of our IP-FX convergence platform marks the first step in Comdial's strategy to provide next-generation IP communications solutions for small to mid-sized businesses, as well as enterprise customers," stated Nick Branica, 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. of Comdial. "Comdial is continuing to develop cost-effective, standards-based solutions centered around the IP-FX convergence platform that provide businesses with the ultimate in investment protection, reliability, and scalability. Comdial is currently expanding its IP solutions to include comprehensive Network Management Software, fiber-optic connectivity and IP telephones." Currently in development, Comdial's H.323-compliant IP telephone will further enhance collaboration and productivity across the IP network by directly linking workers at branch or home-office locations to the network via Ethernet connections over a LAN/WAN LAN/WAN Local Area Network/Wide Area Network . When connected to the IP network with IP telephones, workers will enjoy the same functionality they did at the main office, including real-time access to the network, advanced dialing options, comprehensive voice mail, unified messaging, and access to computer-telephony applications. About Comdial Comdial provides integrated communications solutions for a variety of business environments. Comdial is committed to researching and developing leading-edge, fully integrated computer-telephony solutions and custom applications for business, call center, senior housing, hospitality, and real estate markets. For more information about Comdial and its products, visit its web site at www.comdial.com. |
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